EFCO S5600 Outside Glazed - Manual (Page 2)

EFCO CORPORATION 7/2012 PART NO. Y302 Page 2 of 26
Series 5600 Outside Glazed Installation Instructions
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
I. General Notes & Guidelines…………………………………………………………………………………….3-4
II. Mullion Anchor & Frame Assembly…………………………………………………………………………..5
III. Anchor Installation…………………………………………………………………………………………………6-7
IV. Perimeter Application……………………………………………………………………………………………..8
V. Frame Assembly…………………………………………………………………………………………………….9-13
VI. Glazing Preparation……………………………………………………………………………………………….14-17
1.) Install Thermal Isolator…………………………………….………..………………………………………….14
2.) Install Joint Plugs……………………………………..….………………………………………………………..14
3.) Seal Slip-In Horizontal Joints……………………….…………………..………………………………………15
4.) Install Glazing Infill Adaptors……………………….………………….……………………………………….16
5.) Install Glazing Gaskets In Mullions……………………………………..…………………………………….17
6.) Installing Setting Blocks……………………………….…………………………………………………………17
VII. Glazing Installation…..……………………………………………………………………………………………19-21
VIII. Vertical Splice Joints………………………………………………………………………………………………22-23
IX. Exterior Cover Installation……………………………………………………………………………………..24-25
X. Reinforcing…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..26
Note: these installation instructions are a supplement to the approved shop drawings
and are to be used in conjunction with those drawings.
Minimizing Condensation
Note: Please reference EFCO's "Understanding Condensation" brochure which can be obtained through
your EFCO representative.
Condensation will form on any surface when unfavorable conditions (interior temperature and
relative humidity and exterior temperature) are present. When the formation of excessive condensation is
a concern, it is highly recommended that a design professional is utilized to perform an analysis of the
shop drawings to recommend the best possible installation methods. Please contact your EFCO
representative for information on EFCO's Thermal Analysis Services.
Many current installation practices lead to an increase in the possibility of the formation of
condensation. Though not all inclusive, the list of examples below illustrates conditions under which
condensation is likely to occur:
1. Bridging system thermal break with non-thermally broken metal flashing or lintels that are
exposed to the exterior
2. System exposure to cold air cavities
3. Interior relative humidity levels not maintained at recommended levels, see EFCO’s
“Understanding Condensation” brochure
4. Inadequate separation between system and surrounding condition at perimeter
5. Product combinations during the shop drawing stage that result in bridging thermal breaks
of one or all products involved