EFCO 8750XD - Manual (Page 16)

EFCO 2012 Page 16
Series 8750XD Unitized Curtain Wall Installation Instructions
14. Using an approved solvent or cleaner, clean the sealant contact surfaces shown below of all oils and other contaminants.
15. The starter sill should be spliced per the shop drawings. Refer to the approved shop drawings for specific locations and conditions.
16. Anchor the starter sill sections ensuring they are level and while maintaining the appropriate joint size and splice joint.
17. Apply sealant into the joint between the sections of starter sill and tool to create a water tight seal. The splice joint width will vary per project requirements.
See Figure 14.
18. Set HC13 or HC14 silicone splice sheet in a bed of sealant centered on the starter sill splice joint as shown in Figures 15 and 16. Force the splice down onto
the gutter, forcing out all air bubbles.
19. Apply sealant around the edges of the splice an tool smooth and water tight. See Figure 16.
Section 3 - Static Starter Sill Preparation and Installation (Splices)
Anchor bolts as required.
Static Starter Sill
Figure 14
Figure 16
Figure 15
Apply sealant between
the two starter sills
and tool to create a
watertight seal.
Marry the splice
sheet sealant with
the reveal splice
sealant to create a
watertight seal.
Place splice
sheet HC13 into
a bed of sealant.
Slide splice sheet up
under gasket track and
tool sealant to ensure a
watertight seal.
Apply sealant around
entire perimeter of
splice sheet and tool to
create a watertight seal.
Back seal down leg