EFCO S5600 Outside Glazed - Manual (Page 18)

EFCO CORPORATION 7/2012 PART NO. Y302 Page 18 of 26
Series 5600 Outside Glazed Installation Instructions
Section VI: Glazing Preparation
Step #5 Install Glazing Gaskets In Mullions
A.) Remove glazing gaskets from the reel and allow to relax and shrink.
B.) Apply sealant into raceway a minimum of 2” in each direction from the corner.
(Refer to illustration below.)
C.) Once the gaskets have relaxed, cut and install into position. Vertical gaskets must
be cut vertical D.L.O. plus 1 ¾”. Place into position starting at the center of the
D.L.O. Crowd the excess at the ends. [DO NOT STRETCH]
D.) Cut the horizontal gasket D.L.O. plus ½” and insert the gasket as indicated above.
E.) Seal all gasket corners and butt joints as indicated below.
Step #6 Installing Setting Blocks
A.) Position and install setting blocks as directed on the approved Final drawings.
[Usually located at quarter points of D.L.O. unless noted otherwise.]
B.) Refer to additional note for setting block requirements on page 20.
Seal the gasket race and
back side of gasket 2” in
each direction at all
corners with sealant.
To insure a snug fit, seal all gasket
corners by pulling the horizontal
gasket back, sealing the ends, and
pressing into the vertical gasket.
Seal across face of mullion
joint plug before installing
pressure plate.
Joint Plugs
Preset Gaskets