Building In Pre-Hung Units

1.

Securely fix pre-hung unit square and plumb into brick/blockwork coursings. 4 fixing points per jamb are recommended (see diagram 2) using suitable frame anchors.

2.

Allow brick/blockwork to set around the frame before removing the shipping clip and bracings.

3.

The door may be removed by carefully tapping out the hinge pins. Keep these with the door which should be stored on its side to prevent damage to door bottom seal. Code doors and frames to ensure proper matching on refitting.

4.

Fit lock into pre-cut position and secure.

5.

Face-fix lever by carefully drilling through the skin and fastening wood screws into timber lock block.

6.

Fix lock keep into position.

7.

If required, ‘ease’ the door before painting.

Fixing Pre-Hung Units Into Existing Openings

1.

Check that rough opening is square and plumb.

2.

Apply mastic to the floor slab and to the underside of the sill.

3.

Centre the unit in the rough opening and hold in place by placing shims between the wall and the jambs, making sure the unit is square and plumb (see diagram 1).

4.

Remove the shipping clip and bracings to allow the door to operate.

5.

Fix the hinge jamb to the wall with fixings as shown in diagram 2 (Fischer Fix frame bolts or similar are recommended). Secure top and bottom fixing first. Re-check that the frame is plumb and square and adjust the shims between the lock jamb and the wall if necessary.

6.

Starting at the bottom, fix the lock jamb to the wall through the rebate. After fixing at the bottom, check that the frame has not twisted by trying the door for contact with the compression weatherstrip. Adjust jamb position if required. Fix at remaining positions (see diagram 2).

7.

Fit lock into pre-cut position and secure.

8.

Face-fix lever by carefully drilling through the skin and fastening wood screws into timber lock block.

9.

Fix lock keep into position.

10.

If required, ‘ease’ the door before painting.

Installing PVCu Frames

Door and frame MUST be fitted as a complete unit.
The sill MUST be bedded on mastic FULLY SUPPORTED and LEVEL.
The hinge jamb should be fixed first. Using a large spirit level ensure that all jambs are square and plumb. The door should then be closed against the lock jamb ensuring that the door makes FULL CONTACT against the weatherseal. The jamb should then be fixed into position.

NOTE! Packing MUST be used between frame and wall around the fixing positions. This will avoid the frame becoming distorted. Packing MUST also be placed behind the locking keeps between the frame and wall. Frame fixings should be made above and below the keeps. After fixing is completed the door should be closed against the weatherseal ensuring it makes FULL CONTACT.

Weatherguard

The vinyl crown of the adjustable sill must be in contact with the door bottom seal. Adjust the crown by rotating the five screw heads, which are turned equally in succession - two full turns per screw (maximum adjustment 5mm).

Applying Paint Finish

The sheen of the primer coating must be removed by lightly rubbing with fine abrasive paper.
Clean off all dust and dirt with detergent and water and allow to dry.
Apply paint (undercoat and gloss) to door and glazing frames following paint manufacturer’s instructions. Do not paint the weatherstrip.
The glazing frame must be painted.
Make sure the door is completely dry before closing to avoid marking the face of the door with the weatherstrip.

Repairing Dents or Scratches

Accidental dents or scratches may be easily repaired as follows:

1.

Sand the damaged area making sure all the paint is removed.

2.

Apply a fibre glass plastic filler (similar to that used for car body repair) and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

3.

Rub down repaired area and repaint.

Cleaning the Door and Brass Fittings

Brass fittings on IG doors are coated with hardwearing clear lacquer to prevent tarnish and discolouring.

To prolong the life of the furniture and the paint finish of the door, regular dusting with a soft cloth or camel hair brush, supplemented by occasional washing with warm soapy water, is recommended. Lubricate door mechanisms with a light oil about once a year. Avoid scratches from rings and keys.

Pre-finished Stained Doors

IG guarantee the factory finish for 3 years, after this period stain may need to be re-applied on a regular maintenance cycle by customers. Instruction procedures are available on request.