steel reinforced joining guide (horizontal / vertical)

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Steel Reinforced Joining Guide

Steel Reinforced Joining Guide (Horizontal / Vertical)for Andersen® Patio Door and/or Elliptical Top Window Combinations

Windows and doors can be heavy. Use safe lifting techniques and a reasonable number of people with enough strength to lift, carry and install window and door products to avoid injury and/or product damage.

Use caution when working at elevated heights and around unit openings. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for safe use of ladder and/or scaffolding. Failure to do so may result in injury or death.

Follow manufacturer’s instructions for safe operation of hand/power tools. Always wear safety glasses. Failure to do so may result in injury and/or product damage.

Every assembly and installation is different (windloads, structural support, etc.). Andersen strongly recommends consultation with an Andersen supplier or an experienced contractor, architect, or structural engineer prior to the assembly and installation of any Andersen product. For installation methods not covered in this guide, (i.e. through jamb) please visit the Architect Detail File on the web (www.andersenwindows.com). Andersen has no responsibility in regard to the post-manufactured assembly and installation of Andersen products.

Congratulations! You have just purchased one of the many fine Andersen® products. Proper assembly, installation and maintenance are essential if the benefits of your Andersen product are to be fully attained. Therefore, please read and follow this instruction guide completely. If your abilities do not match this procedure’s requirements, contact an experienced contractor. You may direct any questions about this or other products to your local Andersen dealer, found in the Yellow Pages under “Windows” or call Andersen WindowCare® service center at 1-888-888-7020 Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time. Thank you for choosing Andersen.

• Andersen® Installation Flanges DO NOT take the place of standard window and door flashing. Unit must be properly flashed and sealed with sealant, and full width drip cap for protection against water and air infiltration. Use non-reflective flashings. Highly reflective flashing tapes can raise the surface temperature of the vinyl to the point where vinyl deformation and product damage may occur.

• Donotapplyanytypeoffilmtoglass.Thermalstressconditionsresultinginglassdamagecouldoccur.

• Useofmovableinsulatingmaterialssuchaswindowcoverings,shutters,andothershadingdevicesmaydamageglass and/or vinyl. In addition, excessive condensation may result causing deterioration of windows and doors.

Unless specifically ordered, Andersen windows and doors are not equipped with safety glass, and if broken, could fragment causing injury. Many laws and building codes require safety glass in locations adjacent to or near doors. Andersen windows are available with safety glass that may reduce the likelihood of injury when broken. Information on safety glass is available from your local Andersen dealer.

“Andersen” and al l other marks where denoted are trademarks of Andersen Corporation. ©1997-2007 Andersen Corporation. Al l r ights reser ved.

0005210 BB Revised 12/27/07

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Parts included (2) Steel Gusset Plates (16) No.7 x 5/8" Screws (8) No.10 x 2" Screws (18) No.10 x 2-1/4" Screws (pack # RMA2) (18) No.10 x 2-1/2" Screws (pack #RMB2) (18) No.10 x 2-3/4" Screws (pack #RMC2) (10) Location Blocks (11) Trim Strip Clips for 96" Length (Casement and Awning Units Only)

(16) Trim Strip Clips for 150" Length (Casement and Awning Units Only)

Inside Wood Casing*Available in 2-3/8", 2-5/8" and 2-7/8" widths in both 96" and 144" lengths.

Steel Joining Strip*Available in 8' 0-1/4", 9' 6" and 12' 6" lengths.

* These parts are needed for a complete reinforced joining installation. They are not included in the steel gusset plate kit and must be purchased separately.

Steel Gusset Plate

Location Block

Exterior Trim Strips*Available in 96" and 150" lengths.

Other Andersen Parts Needed for Complete Installation •SteelJoiningStripwithEndBrackets*•ExteriorTrimStrip*•InsideWoodCasing*•InteriorExtensionJamb

Installation Tools Needed•SafetyGlasses•Tapemeasure•Sawforcuttingsteel•Phillipsheadscrewdriver•Pencil•CaulkGun•Sealant•Hammer•8dNailsor•#6orLargerScrews

•Drill•1/8"DrillBit•3/32"DrillBit•Carpenter'ssquare•RustInhibitingPrimer•WoodBlock•FillerStrip•Clamps

Trim Strips Clips(Casement and Awning

Units Only)

Screws

End Bracket*

Horizontal Exterior Trim Strip

The Andersen® Reinforced Steel Non-Reinforced Joining products are designed to give added windload performance to joined combinations of Andersen® windows and patio doors. They do not take the place of structural components in a building. Failure to provide adequate structural support could lead to window and door performance problems. Windowunitsjoinedoverpatiodoorsshouldnotrestonthedoor'sheadjamb.

Units may be completed horizontally and then lifted into the rough opening, or mulled in sections and assembled in the rough opening. The method used will depend on the combination sizeandweight,andontheinstaller'sindividual preferences.

Metal fasteners and components may corrode when exposed to preservative-treated and/or fire-retardant treated lumber. Obtain and use the appropriate metal fasteners and hardware as called out by the installation guide to fasten unit to any rough opening made from preservative-treated and fire-retardant treated lumber. Failure to use the appropriate materials for the installation may cause a failure resulting in injury, property or product damage.

Additional Parts Required (Sold Separately)•DripCap(fullwidth)

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PSF

• Calculatetheaverageadjacentunitdimension(A+B÷2).

• Determinethemullionlength(C).

• Usethewindloadchartbelowtocrossreferencetheaverageadjacent unit dimension with the mullion length to determine the windload performance of your combination.

• Besurethatthisperformanceisadequateforyourinstallationrequirements.

• RefertotheCombinationDesignsectionintheAndersen® Product Guide for further information.

Design Windload PSF Table for Narrow Reinforced SteelType of Combination: 1-Way or 2-WayFor Combining: Andersen® Patio Doors with Andersen® Windows

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C = (mullion length) 5' 6"or less

8' 6" 10' 1"

A+B÷2= 12' 6" 40 37 33 25 22 14 12

A+B÷2=12' 1" 40 37 34 26 23 14 14

A+B÷2=11' 6" 40 38 35 27 24 18 15

A+B÷2=11' 1" 40 39 36 29 25 19 16 13

A+B÷2=10' 6" 40 40 37 30 27 21 16 14

A+B÷2=10' 1" 40 40 37 32 28 22 18 14 14

A+B÷2=9' 6" 40 40 39 34 30 23 20 16 14

A+B÷2=9' 1" 40 40 40 36 32 25 21 16 15

A+B÷2=8' 6" 40 40 40 37 34 27 22 17 15 13

A+B÷2=8' 1" 40 40 40 39 36 28 24 19 17 14

A+B÷2=7' 6" 40 40 40 40 37 31 27 21 17 15

A+B÷2=7' 1" 40 40 40 40 40 32 28 22 19 17 13

A+B÷2=6' 6" 40 40 40 40 40 36 31 25 23 19 14 14

A+B÷2=6' 1" 40 40 40 40 40 39 36 27 24 20 16 14 13

A+B÷2=5' 6" 40 40 40 40 40 40 37 30 25 24 17 15 14

A+B÷2=5' 1" 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 36 28 25 19 16 16 13

A+B÷2=4' 6" 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 37 31 27 23 20 18 14

A+B÷2=4' 1" 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 37 30 26 25 21 14

A+B÷2=3' 6" 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 36 27 26 25 19 14

A+B÷2=3' 1" 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 36 30 26 23 17

A+B÷2=2' 6" 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 38 34 26 20

A+B÷2=2' 1" 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 34 28

12' 6"12' 1"11' 6"11' 1"10' 6"9' 6"9' 1"8' 1"7' 6"7' 1"6' 6"6' 1"

• Whenusingasinglerowoftransomunitsoverdoors,makesurethat the units are securely fastened to the adjacent framing. This prevents theunits'weightfromtransferringtothedoorheadjamb.

• Headerstructurerequiredabove4-panelglidingdoors

Andersen offers several choices in custom designed joining materials. Whether or not to use reinforcement in a combination is dependent on the combination size and the design load requirement. The combination size is based on the geometry and area of the combination in question. Design load is based on several factors; wind speed, location, orientation, elevation, and others. Local building codes should be consulted for determining the design load of your installation. Determination of the design load is the sole responsibility of the architect, building owner, contractor and/or consumer.

VERIFY YOUR SELECTION

1. Verify that Steel Joining is Adequate for Your Installation

Proper joining material selection for Andersen® windows and patio doors is essential if the benefits of experienced window design and engineering, quality materials and skilled workmanship are to be fully attained.

Since every installation is different, these joining material selection, assembly and installation instructions are guidelines only. Andersen strongly recommends consultation with the local Andersen supplier or an experienced contractor, architect, or structural engineer prior to the installation of any Andersen product.

Single transom row horizontal reinforcement

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Figure 1

Figure 2

2. Prepare Units• AssembleGlidingDoorframe(s)ifapplicable.Refertounit

installation guide.

• Positionunitsonacleanflatworksurfacewiththeunits'exteriorfacing up.

• Removeallpackagingmaterials.

• IdentifythelocationsfortheSteel Reinforced Mullion/Transom Joints. All joins not requiring the Steel Reinforced Mullion must use standard non-reinforced wood joining strips (assembled first) andfollowAndersen'sNarrowJoiningprocedures.

• Measure7/8"downfromexterioredgeofframeonCasement,Awning, Circle Top™, or Elliptical Top units and cut Installation Flanges on the jambs to be joined with the Steel Reinforced Joining Strip (see Figure 1).

• OnFlexiframe® units or Patio Doors, remove the Installation Flanges on the jambs to be assembled with the Steel Joining Strip (see figure 2).

• Flipunitsoversoexteriorsidesaredown.

Installation Flanges must overlap one another to the exterior at the ends of the mullion/transom joints.

3. Cut and Install Steel Joining Strip

• CuttheSteel Joining Strip to the length equal to the overall combined unit dimension length. If side light windows are used with a door, the steel plate can run the full length of the door jamb, or it can be cut to the length of the window jamb(s), depending on how the rough opening is framed. Cutting can be accomplished with any standard metal cutting method (hacksaw, reciprocating saw, band saw, circular saw with metal cutting blade).

Window

Window

Gusset Plate

Gusset Platebent 90°

PatioDoor

Steel Joining Strip

Treat the cut ends and drilled holes on the Steel Joining Strip with a quality rust inhibiting primer. Failure to do so may promote premature corrosion, which could result in struc-tural failure.

Steel Joining Strip

Casement, Awning, Circle Top™, or Elliptical Top Units

Flexiframe® Units or Patio Doors

Utility Knife

Exterior Sides Up

Units are shown installed for example only.

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5. Choose Reference Detail

• Refertooneofthedetailsonpages4through7thatillustratesthe reinforced join in your combination.

Awning to Gliding Door- Horizontal Join

Awning to Hinged Door- Horizontal Join*or

Casement to Hinged Door- Vertical Join

4. Select Proper Screw Pack Envelope

• Selecttheproperscrewpackenvelopebasedontheunitsandthedirection of the reinforced joint in your combination.

ASSEMBLY

For Joining These Units: In This Joining Direction:

Use Screw Size: Screw Pack

Gliding Door to Casement Vertical 2-1/4" RMA2

Gliding Door to Awning Horizontal 2-1/4" RMA2

Hinged Door to Casement Vertical 2-1/4" RMA2

Hinged Door to Awning Horizontal 2-1/4" RMA2

Gliding Door to Awning Vertical 2-1/2" RMB2

Gliding Door to Casement Horizontal 2-1/2" RMB2

Hinged Door to Casement Horizontal 2-1/2" RMB2

Hinged Door to Awning Vertical 2-1/2" RMB2

Gliding Door to Circle Top™ Horizontal 2-1/2" RMB2

Gliding Door to Elliptical Top Horizontal 2-1/2" RMB2

Hinged Door to Flexiframe® Vertical/Horizontal 2-1/2" RMB2

Hinged Door to Circle Top Horizontal 2-1/2" RMB2

Awning to Circle Top Horizontal 2-1/2" RMB2

Gliding Door to Flexiframe Vertical/Horizontal 2-3/4" RMC2

Hinged Door to Elliptical Top Horizontal 2-3/4" RMC2

Casement to Elliptical Top Horizontal 2-3/4" RMC2

Flexiframe to Elliptical Top Horizontal 2-3/4" RMC2

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Exterior

Casement to Gliding Door- Horizontal Join Elliptical to Awning - Horizontal Join

Circle Top™ Window to Gliding Door - Horizontal Join

Casement to Gliding Door- Vertical Join Elliptical to Gliding Door- Horizontal Join

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Awning to Gliding Door- Vertical Join

Flexiframe Window to Frenchwood Hinged Door - Horizontal* or Vertical Join

Casement to Frenchwood® Hinged Door- Horizontal Join*or

Awning to Frenchwood Hinged Door- Vertical Join

Flexiframe® Window to Gliding Door - Horizontal or Vertical Join

Elliptical to Frenchwood Hinged Door - Horizontal Join Elliptical to Casement - Horizontal Join

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Flexiframe® Window to Gliding Door - Horizontal Join Elliptical to Flexiframe® Window - Horizontal Join

6. Assemble the Combination

• Removetheinsidestopsfromthejambstobejoined,ifnecessary.

• Positionthesteeljoiningstripbetweenthejambs,withscribemarksfacingtheinterior,centeringthesteeljoiningstripfromeachend.Clampthejambs together firmly. For AP/PA horizontal joining, a 1/8" spacer is required, notched for flush bolt, between the steel plate and the head jamb.

• Drill1/8"pilotholes,alternatingsides,at8"intervals,usingscribemarksasholelocations.Drivetheappropriatelengthscrewsthrough the pilot holes.

• Replacetheinsidestopsandturnthecombinationoversothattheexteriorsideisup.

Sealant (Full Length)

If combination has vertical and horizontal joins, Vertical Exterior Trim Strips must run continuously and should be applied first. Fill voids at intersections with silicone sealant and butt Horizontal Trim Strips tightly against Vertical Trim Strips. Failure to do so may allow water infiltration leading to product damage.

• MeasureandcutExterior Trim Strip(s) to length.

• MakesurethatboththeunitandtheExterior Trim Strip contact surfaces are clean. Apply a generous bead of sealant to both sides of the trim strip.

• IfcombinationincludesCasementand/orAwningunitsapplyTrim Strip Clips to Exterior Trim Strip. Locate Trim Strip Clips 1" from each end, and another 6" from each end. Space remaining clips at 12" intervals.

Trim Strip Clip(Casement and Awning Only)

Trim Strip Clip Locations for Casement and Awning Units

The Side Stop on the lock side of tandem lock Casement units has an underlying lock mechanism. Use caution when removing Side Stop on the Lock side to avoid damage to lock mechanism and/or Side Stop.

7. Prepare Exterior Trim Strip(s)

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10. Apply Gusset Plates

• Predrillusinga3/32"drillbitandattachtheGusset Plates to the unit on both ends of the steel joining strip with eight #7 x 5/8" Gusset Plates Screws provided.

GussetPlate

9. Apply Sealant•Applysealanttocompletelyfillvoidbetweenjoinedunits.

ExteriorTrimStrip

• PositionExterior Trim Strip in combination making sure both ends are flush with end of units. Using a hammer and wood block tap the Exterior Trim Strip until firmly seated. Clean off any excess sealant squeeze out immediately.

8. Apply Exterior Trim Strip(s)

Hammer and Wood Block

#7 x 5/8"

Ends of Trim Strip

Sealant

Exterior Sides Up

Exterior Sides Up

Caulk Gun

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• Positionthecombinationintheroughopening.Useshimsas needed around the perimeter units to square and level the combination. Recheck for plumb, level and square, measurements must be within 1/8". Attach combination by fastening through installation flanges.

• Shimandscrewthroughtheperimeterjambsintotheframingevery 12" to 16" where possible with extra screws provided.

• AttacheachGusset Plate to the framing material with a minimum of three 8d nails or No. 6 or larger screws. Shim each Gusset Plate as necessary to maintain a proper fit in the rough opening.

• SealalltheareasaroundtheGusset Plate and installation flanges with sealant.

• Proceedtofullwidthdripcapapplicationstepinunitinstallationguide for full width drip cap, flashing and insulation steps.

11. Install Combination in Rough Opening

Gusset Plate

Metal fasteners and components may corrode when exposed to preservative-treated and/or fire-retardant treated lumber. Obtain and use the appropriate metal fasteners and hardware as called out by the installation guide to fasten unit to any rough opening made from preservative-treated and fire-retardant treated lumber. Failure to use the appropriate materials for the installation may cause a failure resulting in injury, property or product damage.

Windows and doors can be heavy. Use safe lifting techniques and a reasonable number of people with enough strength to lift, carry and install window and door products to avoid injury and/or product damage.

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