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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION - INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION
FOR SLIDING PATIO DOOR

Installation Instructions for Typical Wood Frame Construction.

These instructions were developed and tested for use with typical wood frame wall construction in 
a wall system designed to manage water. 

These instructions are not to be used with any other 

construction method.

 Installation instructions for use with other construction methods or multiple 

units may be obtained from Pella Corporation or local Pella retailer. Building designs, construction 
methods, building materials, and site conditions unique to your project may require an installation 
method different from these instructions and additional care. Determining the appropriate installation 
method is the responsibility of you, your architect, or construction professional. 

Handling and Storage: 

Provide full support under the framework while storing, moving and installing 

the product. DO NOT lift the product by the head member only. Remove the plastic shipping material 
prior to storing or installing the product. DO NOT store in direct sunlight. Allow sufficient spacing 
between products for ventilation.

REMEMBER TO USE APPROPRIATE 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT.

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YOU WILL NEED TO SUPPLY:

TOOLS REQUIRED:

• Cedar or Impervious shims/spacers (12 to 20)
• 2" galvanized roofing nails (1/4 to 1/2 lb.)
• Closed cell foam backer rod/sealant backer (12 to 30 ft.)
• Pella

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 SmartFlash

 foil backed butyl window and 

  door flashing tape or equivalent
• High quality exterior grade polyurethane or 
  silicone sealant (2 to 3 tubes per door)
• Great Stuff 

 Window and Door Insulating Foam Sealant by the 

   Dow Chemical Company or equivalent low pressure polyurethane 
   window and door foam - DO NOT use high pressure or latex foams.
• Wood blocking for sill
• Optional stainless steel screws and anchors for installation on  

concrete floor.

For High Performance Applications:
• #8 x 1-1/2" corrosion resistant Phillips pan head screws (75 to 100)
• #8 x 3/4" outside diameter corrosion resistant flat washers (75 to 100)

• Tape measure

• 2' or 4' Level

• Square

• Hammer

• Stapler

• Sealant gun

• Scissors or utility knife

• Screwdrivers (#2 Phillips with 

8" shaft and small flat blade)

• Drill

SEALANT

SEALANT

Installation will require two or more persons for safety reasons.

Always read the Vinyl Window and Door Limited Warranty before purchasing 
or installing Vinyl Windows and Doors manufactured by Pella Corporation. By 

installing this product, you are acknowledging that this Limited Warranty is part of the terms of the 
sale. Failure to comply with all Pella installation and maintenance instructions may void your Pella 
product warranty. See Limited Warranty for complete details at 

http://warranty.pella.com

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Vinyl Windows and Doors

Manufactured by Pella Corporation

Lea las instrucciones en español en el reverso.

Part Number: V981553

©2009 Pella Corporation

Summary of Contents for V981553

Page 1: ...U WILL NEED TO SUPPLY TOOLS REQUIRED Cedar or Impervious shims spacers 12 to 20 2 galvanized roo ng nails 1 4 to 1 2 lb Closed cell foam backer rod sealant backer 12 to 30 ft Pella SmartFlash foil bac...

Page 2: ...g C Cut the water resistive barrier 1C D Fold the water resistive barrier 1D Fold side aps into the opening and staple to inside wall Fold top ap up and temporarily fasten with ashing tape OUFSJPS OUF...

Page 3: ...tallation Instructions Reversing Door Slide later in this booklet Note Doors with Blinds Between the Glass are not reversible IF INSTALLING ON A CONCRETE FLOOR refer to Installation Instructions Botto...

Page 4: ...onger than the diagonal cuts in the water resistive barrier Apply the tape covering the entire diagonal cut in the water resistive barrier at both upper corners of the door Press the tape down rmly No...

Page 5: ...l at both ends Once plumb adjust the slide panel to the proper height to attain even coverage of the weatherstrip at both the top and bottom as viewed from the exterior Keeper 6 x 1 2 Starter screw Ti...

Page 6: ...ulating foams and strictly follow the foam manufacturer s recommendations for application Use of high pressure foams or improper application of the foam may cause the door frame to bow and hinder oper...

Page 7: ...ing and contracting B Remove the sill track by beginning at one end and carefully pulling it up This will expose the slide panel pocket Note A hooked tool like an allen wrench will easily get the trac...

Page 8: ...ck mounting screws are removed D Remove the door handle by removing the two attachment screws E Remove the mortise lock Remove the two screws that attach the lock assembly to the door panel Work the l...

Page 9: ...oducts should not be used in barrier wall systems which do not allow for proper management of moisture within the wall systems such as barrier Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems EIFS also known as...

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