EFCO Dorma RTS 88 - Manual (Page 2)

THESE INSTRUCTIONS USE FLUSH GLAZE STOREFRONT AS A BASIS
FOR DETAILING. THE TRANSOM BAR PREPS WILL BE THE SAME
FOR ALL OTHER FRAMING SYSTEMS THAT REQUIRE A C.O.C. AND
HAVE A TUBULAR TRANSOM BAR TO ACCEPT THE CLOSER.
PLEASE CONSULT THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
PARTICULAR SYSTEM BEING INCORPORATED FOR THE TRANSOM
BAR AND SHEAR BLOCKS REQUIRED AS A REPLACEMENT
THROUGHOUT THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
I PARTS IDENTIFICATION
II HEADER/TRANSOM BAR INSTALLATION
A) BUTT HINGE, CONTINUOUS HINGE, CENTER PIVOTS
1) 1 3/4" AND 2" HEADER/T'BAR INSTALLATION STEPS PAGES 3-4
2) 4" AND 4 1/2" HEADER/T'BAR INSTALLATION STEPS PAGES 5-6
B) OFFSET PIVOT STEPS
1) 1 3/4" AND 2" HEADER/T'BAR INSTALLATION STEPS PAGE 7
2) 4" AND 4 1/2" HEADER/T'BAR INSTALLATION STEPS PAGE 8
III CLOSER PREPARATION AND INSTALLATION
A) BUTT HINGE, CONTINUOUS HINGE, CENTER PIVOTS
1) CLOSER PREP AND INSTALLATION STEPS FOR 1 3/4" AND 2" HDR/T'BAR PAGES 9-11
2) CLOSER PREP AND INSTALLATION STEPS FOR 4" AND 4 1/2" HDR/T'BAR PAGES 12-14
B) OFFSET PIVOT
1) CLOSER PREP AND INSTALLATION STEPS PAGES 15-17
IV EXPLODED VIEWS
A) BUTT HINGE AND CONTINUOUS HINGE PAGE 18
B) CENTER PIVOTS PAGE 19
C) OFFSET PIVOTS PAGE 20
V DOOR INSTALLATION
VI CLOSER ADJUSTMENT
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exterior.
1. Bridging system thermal break with non-thermally broken metal flashing or lintels that are exposed to the
inclusive, the list of examples below illustrates conditions under which condensation is likely to occur:
Many current installation practices lead to an increase in the possibility of the formation of condensation. Though not all
EFCO representative for information on EFCO's Thermal Analysis Services.
professional is utilized to perform an analysis of the shop drawings to recommend the best installation methods. Please contact
temperature) are present. When the formation of excessive condensation is a concern, it is highly recommended that a design
Condensation will form on any surface when unfavorable conditions (interior temperature and relative humidity and exterior
NOTE: Please reference EFCO's "Understanding Condensation" brochure which can be obtained through your EFCO representative.
Minimizing Condensation
3. Interior relative humidity levels not maintained at recommended levels, see EFCO's "Understanding
2. System exposure to cold air cavities.
4. Inadequate separation between system and surrounding condition at perimeter.
Condensation" brochure.
involved.
5. Product combinations during the shop drawing stage that result in bridging thermal breaks of one or all products