Marvin Entry Door

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ABSTRACT: Please read these instructions in their

entirety before beginning to install your Marvin Entry
Door product.
These installation instructions demonstrate the installation
of a Marvin Entry Door in new wood frame construction
using an industry approved water management system.
For installation using other construction methods, such as
remodeling, replacement, and recessed openings refer to
ASTM E2112--01, “Standard Practice for Installation of
Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights,” for installation
suggestions. Same information for ASTM E2112 can be
found on the ASTM website, www.astm.org. Regional
standard practices, environmental conditions, and codes
may vary and supersede the procedures contained within.
The responsibility for compliance is yours: the installer,
inspector, and owner(s).
Refer to the Marvin Entry Door Homeowner’s Manual
for finishing and care instructions. A copy of this
booklet is included with each door. You can also find an
electronic copy at www.marvin.com.

2008--07--14
19970090
Table of Contents Before You Begin
Page Hazard Notations
Please familiarize yourself with the following hazard notations used
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
throughout this instruction.
Hazard Notations, Installer and Builder Information, Aftermarket
Products Caution Warning Seek Assistance Tips/Hints
Tools and Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Rough and Masonry Opening Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Rough Opening Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Mistakes or misuse Mistakes or misuse Help from another Information on
Continuous Air Barrier Systems, Building Paper Construction could cause could result in individual is necessary alternative
damage to the personal injury to perform this task procedures,
Preparing the Unit for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 window or result in and/or severe safely and correctly. definitions,
faulty installation damage to unit, helpful hints.
Installation -- Positioning the Door In the Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
and unit equipment, and/or
Squaring, Plumbing, Fastening performance. structure.
Installation -- Fastening the Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installer and Builder Information
Installation -- Adjusting for Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
S Always provide a copy of these instructions for the current or future building
Installation -- Fastening Strikes and Shimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 owner.
Flashing the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 S Plan sizing of rough opening and clearance from exterior finishing systems to
allow for normal materials shrinkage or shifting (e.g. wood structure with brick
Insulating and Sealing the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 veneer; allow adequate clearance at sill). Failure to do so can void the Marvin
Final Installation Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 warranty coverage.
S Refer to the Technical Installation Specifications section for technical
Technical Installation Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 specifications regarding the installation of this product. These installation
StormPlus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13--14 specifications as well as the details in this section must be followed to achieve
proper installation and performance.
Warranty Information S It is the responsibility of the builder, installer and subcontractors to protect the
interior and exterior of windows or doors from contact with harsh chemical
washes, construction material contamination and moisture. Damage to glazing,
NOTE: Numbers listed in parentheses ( ) are metric equivalents in milli- hardware, weather strip and cladding/wood can occur. Protect with painters tape
meters rounded to the nearest whole number. and/or protective sheathing as required. Follow all guidelines regarding material
use, preparation, personal safety and disposal.
S Contact your Marvin supplier if you have any questions regarding product and
WARNING: Always practice safety! Wear the appropriate materials used in manufacturing or questions on replacement parts.
eye, ear and hand protection, especially when working Aftermarket Products
with power tools.
Alterations to Marvin products including window films, insulating or reflective inte-
rior window treatments or additional glazings can cause excessive heat buildup
and/or condensation. They may lead to premature failures not covered under
warranty by Marvin Windows and Doors.
Before purchasing or applying any product that may affect the installation or per-
formance of Marvin windows contact the manufacturer of aftermarket product/
glazings that are not supplied by Marvin and request written product use, associ-
ated warranties and damage coverage. Provide this information and warranties to
the end user and/or building owner for future reference.
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Tools and Supplies Needed
TOOLS:

Safety Hammer Drill Tape Level Square

glasses measure

SUPPLIES:

Weather Flashing Fiberglass Low expansion Construction Sealant1

resistive barrier insulation foam insulation1 Adhesive1

Supplies Provided

4 -- #10 x 3″
#2 x 1″ #12 x 2 1/2″ Phillips flat head,
Shims Drip cap #8 x 3″ trim head
square exterior grade 4 -- #8 x 2 1/2″ Head Jamb strike screw
exterior grade
screw bit flat head screws flat head screws (2 per strike)
screws (25)
(2 per hinge) (for strikes) IZ doors only
1See Technical Installation Specifications for details on adhesives, sealants and low expansion foam insulations.
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Rough and Masonry Opening Requirements

1/2″
1/4″

1/2″ 1/4″

Rough Opening Masonry Opening

Figure 1: Typical rough and masonry openings.

IMPORTANT! These steps are crucial to 1. Rough openings (RO) should be 1″ (25) 2. Check the bottom surface of the opening to
obtain a trouble--free installation. If these wider than the outside measurement of the ensure it is flat and level.
conditions are not met, the installer must frame and 1/2″ (13) higher. Masonry NOTE: For doors not on grade and in standard
take corrective actions to alter the openings (MO) should be 1/2″ (13) wider than wood frame construction with brick veneer, make
opening(s) before proceeding. For typical the outside measurement of the frame and
sure there is at least 1/2″ (13) between bottom of
wood frame construction it is also essential casing and 1/4″ (6) higher than the outside
measurement of the frame or casing. When window sill (or eventual placement of the door) and
that the wall sheathing be a solid surface to the top row of brick to avoid “brick bind”.
framing rough opening, care should be taken
ensure that the unit can be secured firmly to
to ensure the sill plate is level and the opening
the wall.
is square, straight and plumb.

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Rough Opening Preparation
The following section demonstrates best practice for a rough opening preparation for both air barrier and building paper scenarios. Refer to ASTM
E2112--1 for the other situations not covered in this document.

Air Barrier Applications Building Paper Applications

Sheathing

(a) (b) (c)

Figure 2: Rough Opening Preparation for construction methods using a continuous air barrier system or building paper.

Air Barrier Applications Building Paper Applications

1. When trimming away the air barrier at 2. Wrap barrier at the sides to the interior and 1. Cut two 13″ (330) pieces of Grade “D” building
openings, first cut horizontally across the tack in place. Do not tack barrier at head jamb. paper 8 1/2″ (216) longer than the rough
entire width of the rough opening at the head Fold the head jamb flap up and tack in place opening height. (Adjust material width for wall
jamb and sill. Then cut vertically in the center or tuck beneath. This will allow the top flap to thickness. Add 9″ (229) to the wall thickness to
of the opening from sill to head jamb. Finally fit over the head jamb flashing after installa- determine width.)
cut the head jamb corners diagonally away tion of the door. See figure 2b.
2. Position the pieces in place overlapping the
from the opening. The complete cut should be
rough opening by as much as the jamb depth.
in a “I” fashion. DO NOT cut air barrier
The wrap should extend above the rough
diagonally from corner to corner in an “X”
opening by 8 1/2″ (216). Tack in place around
fashion. See figure 2a.
the edge of the rough opening. Use a utility
knife to cut the paper even at the head jamb.
Fold to the interior and tack in place. See il-
lustration 2c.

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Preparing the Unit for Installation

Brick mould casing

Sealant

Tool sealant

(a) (b) (c)

Figure 3: Preparing the unit for Installation.

NOTE: Inspect the door for any damage or missing 1. Apply sealant to the back side of the exterior 3. If you are installing your door with structural
parts. Contact your Marvin representative if there casing. See figure 3a. Apply sealant where brackets, apply to the door frame now. Follow
are any problems. If possible, provide the original the casing meets the door frame and at miter the instructions included with the brackets. See
order number and description of door. joints. figure 3c. Brackets should be placed 4″--6″ from
the ends of the jambs and head jamb, at every
NOTE ON UNFINISHED DOORS: Unfinished 2. Tool out the sealant to ensure a proper seal.
locking point and between hinges. Space
doors with Oil Rubbed Bronze hinges are shipped See figure 3b.
additional structural brackets every 12″--15″
with temporary paint grade hinges installed. When (305--381) (including sidelites) around the
finishing is complete, install the ORBZ hinges. perimeter.
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 Installation -- Positioning the Door In the Opening

Construction
adhesive
3/4″

5″

(a) (b) (c) (d)

Figure 4: Positioning the door in the opening.
2. If the door fits properly in the opening and the 3. Apply a continuous bead of sealant 3/4″ (19)
Seek Assistance: It is highly sill is flat and level, mark the subfloor near the from the top and sides of the door opening.
recommended that you get help from sill of the unit. Remove the door from the open- See figure 4c
another person/persons when ing and apply a continuous bead of construc-
installing the Marvin Entry door. These doors 4. With help, move the door back into position
tion adhesive near the line. Apply a second
are heavy and it will be hard to position or install and center in the opening, making sure to
bead along the exterior edge of the door open-
with just one person. maintain proper rough opening clearances.
ing. Then lay another bead down the center in
Use a level to check that the door is plumb.
a slight wiggle pattern. See figure 4b.
1. With help, move the door into position and cen- See figure 4d.
ter in the opening. Make sure the door fits in the
opening properly and check to make sure the ATTENTION: For Arch Top Door installa-
sill is level. If out of level also check for any ob- tions use the enclosed Arch Top Door sup-
jects between the sill and opening that may plemental installation instructions, part
have caused this condition. See figure 4a. #19970097 in conjunction with this instruc-
tion.
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Installation -- Fastening the Frame

(d) (e)

4″--6″
weather
4″--6″ strip

Stationary Panels /
(a) (b) Operator Units (c) Sidelites (f)

Figure 5: Fastening the frame.

Installation Note: Illustrations above and steps below detail use of jamb screwing method. If you are installing your door using structural brackets or
masonry clips follow the steps by attaching the door to the opening at the locations noted.
Pre--drill all screw holes.

1. After the unit is centered and plumb in the Installation Tip: After the unit is square 3. After the unit is square, drive screws through
opening, fasten at the bottom corners approxi- and plumb in the opening you will later the side jamb and into the framing
mately 4″--6″ (102--152) from the sill. Drive an shim and drive the screws until approximately 4″--6″ (102--152) from the top
installation screw through the side jamb and countersunk. corners. See figure 5f.
into the R.O. framing, flush with the jamb. See
figure 5a. On operators, place the screws be- 2. With the bottom corners pinned, measure the
hind the frame weather strip. On stationary diagonals of the door from corner to corner.
and sidelites place the screw so it will pene- See figure 5d. When the diagonals are equal,
trate the center of the framing member. Re- the frame is square in the frame. Adjust the
peat this procedure on the opposite side. See door by moving the top left or right to achieve
figure 5b and 5c for details on exact screw squareness. See figure 5e.
placement.

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Installation -- Adjusting for Operation
Weather strip not
making contact

Square frame with

(a) (c)
even reveal. Twisted frame (e)

Move frame in or
out so panels Shim
become flush

12″--17″

Racked frame with #12 x2 1/2″

(b) uneven reveal. (d) screws

Figure 6: Final adjustments.

1. Check the panel(s) for proper alignment. You Installation Tip: If one panel is further to 2. Replace the two center screws on hinges with
may need to adjust one or more screws. Panels the exterior than the other (or on a single two #12x2 1/2″ screws. Fasten with trimhead
should be flush and align along the head jamb. panel door, the panel does not make even screws between the hinges and at strike
There should also be an even reveal between contact with the strike jamb weather strip) location. On non hinged jambs fasten every
the panel and frame. See figure 6a. 12--17″ (305--432). See illustration 6e.
check sides of frame for plumb. See figure
Installation Tip: On multiple operator 6c. If correct and the panel(s) still do not ATTENTION: For IZ3 doors (system C/D),
panel units, check to make sure top align, move the top or bottom of one or both fasten #8 x 3″ screws through head jamb
corners of the panel locking stiles are sides of the frame slightly in or out. Back the according to figure 12 of the StormPlus
aligned and flush with each other. On a screw out and re--fasten. You may need to section on page 14.
place a shim behind exterior casing. See
single operating panel unit check to make sure
figure 6d.
the margin along the panel top and head jamb are
even. If one panel is higher/lower (on multiple
panels) or the operating panel margin is not even
between the panel and head jamb (on single
panel units) move the top of the frame left or right
until the panel(s) align. See illustration 6b.
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Installation -- Fastening Strikes and Shimming for Non Rated Doors

Head jamb
strike

1/8″

#8 x 2 1/2″
flathead Shim
screw

Jamb
strike
#8 x 2 1/2″ flathead screws

(b) (c) (d) (e)

(a) (f)

Figure 7: Shimming and fastening strikes.

1. When fastening is complete, install shims 2. On all locking side jamb and head jamb strike 3. Open and close the door and check for proper
above every fastener. See figure 7a. Shims plates, remove one screw fastening the plate panel alignment and squareness one last time.
should fit snug but not bow the frame. Once to the frame and replace with a long When complete, score and break the shims off
shimming is complete drive the frame screws installation screw included in package. See flush with interior. See figure 7e and 7f.
until countersunk approximately 1/8″ (3). See figure c and d.
figure 7b. When installation is complete, fill ATTENTION: For structural and IZ rated doors,
screw holes with putty stick supplied in refer the StormPlus section on page 13.
the touch up kit. (If your door was ordered
with Marvin’s factory finish.)

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Flashing the Installation
Drip cap
Seam
Sealant Lap onto seal tape
drip cap

Lap flashing and

edge of casing

(a) (b) (c) (d)

Figure 8: Flashing the Installation.
2. Lap vertical strips of flashing onto the unit and 4. For Air Barrier Applications, fold the head
Installation Note: Illustrations above
out over the weather resistive barrier. Make jamb air barrier down over the head jamb flash-
detail those used in air barrier small cuts at the head jamb to allow the flash- ing. Apply seam seal tape over the diagonal cut
applications but also pertain to those ing to fold back onto the exterior. See figure in the air barrier. Make sure the tape laps onto
used for construction scenarios that use 8b. the unit or casing. Cut 3″ (76) strips of tape and
building paper. install every 12″ (305) along the head jamb. Tape
3. Install a layer of flashing over the vertical leg
1. Install a drip cap at the head jamb. Be sure to and seal any seams and fasteners directly
of the drip cap and lapped onto the horizontal
apply a bead of sealant along the back sides above the unit. See figure 8a.
leg. The flashing should extend past the jamb
of both vertical and horizontal surfaces of the flashing installed earlier. See figure 8c. 5. For Building Paper Applications, install
cap that come in contact with the door, door double ply layers of building paper starting at the
casing, and/or sheathing. See figure 8a. bottom. One continuous course should extend
over the head jamb flashing and beyond the
side pieces (installed prior to door installation).

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Insulating and Sealing the Installation

Backer
rod
Sealant

Low
expansion
foam
(b)

(a)

Sealant
Support
block

(c)

Figure 9: Applying low expansion foam and sealing the interior.

1. From the interior apply a 1″ -- 2″ (25--151) thick 2. To integrate the unit with the structure’s 3. For doors not at grade, support the sill by
bead of low expansion foam insulation on the interior air barrier, apply a bead of sealant installing a block of treated wood beneath the
back side of the exterior casing. See figure between the jamb and interior finish prior to sill and attached to the outside of the
9a. Don’t apply too much as it is possible trim installation. See figure 9a. The structure. Apply a generous amount of
to bow the jambs. installation is now ready for interior trim sealant along the underside of the sill where
NOTE: Instead of low expansion foam, you can application. Fill screw holes with putty it meets the sill support block as shown in
loosely pack fiberglass insulation between the stick supplied in the touch up kit. (If your figure 9c.
door was ordered with Marvin’s factory
door and framing.
finish.)

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Final Installation Details Technical Installation Specifications
The following details are specified for proper installation and performance
of the Marvin Entry Door.
S Rough Opening Width: 1/4″--1″ (6--25) wider than door frame outside
measurement.
S Rough Opening Height: 1/4″--1/2″ (6--13) higher than door frame outside
measurement.

Head jamb S Masonry Opening Width: 1/4″--1/2″ (6--13) wider than door frame outside
flashing measurement.
Drip cap
S Masonry Opening Height: 1/8″--1/4″ (3--6) higher than door frame outside
measurement.
Architectural Detail Manual Specifications:
Sealant S Rough Opening: Width 1″ (25); Height 1/2″ (13).
S Masonry Opening: Width 1/2″ (13); Height 1/4″ (6).

Sealant S Properly flash and/or seal all doors at the exterior perimeter.
S Sealants used for installation must be Grade NS Class 25 per ASTM C920 and
compatible with the building exterior, door exterior surface, and flashing/water
management materials.
S Construction adhesive must be APA rated AFG--01 SPEC.
Sealant S Flashing materials must comply with ASTM E2112--01, section 5.13 and be
compatible with all materials used in installation including panning systems, air
barriers and building papers, sheathing, and the door unit.
S The following materials were used to develop these instructions:
Exterior Weather Resistant Barriers: DuPontt Tyvek®
finish/Siding HomeWrap or Grade D building paper.
Flashing Materials: DuPontt FlexWrap or DuPontt
Straight Flash, DuPontt Tyvek® Tape.
Sealant: OSI® Quad Pro--Series®; solvent release
butyl rubber sealant or DAP DynaFlex230t.
Figure 10: Final installation details.
S Optional foams used for installation must be low expansion only. Foam and
foam application must comply with ASTM E2112--01, SEC 5.9.2.
1. For ALL applications:
S Fasteners penetrating chemically treated lumber must be a minimum of 0.90
Once the exterior finish such as siding or brick veneer is installed, apply oz/ft2 zinc hot dipped galvanized or stainless steel type 304 or 316.
bead of sealant between the finish and the door exterior casing along the
sides and approximately 1″--2″ (25--51) in from the ends at the head jamb. S Shim 4″--6″ (102--152) from each corner, and at every point of attachment.
Use a backer rod when necessary. S Predrill all fastener holes in hardwood products.

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Structural and StormPlus IZ Doors -- Fastening Strikes

Head jamb #8 x 2 1/2″ Sill strike

strike flathead
Jamb screws
strike

#8 x 2 1/2″
flathead screws

#10 x 3″ flathead screws Gasket

(a) (b) (c)

Figure 11: Fastening strikes for IZ doors.

1. Remove both screws from each head jamb 2. On all locking side jamb strike plates, remove 3. On the sill strike, replace one screw per strike
strike plate and replace with #10 x 3″ flat head both screws fastening the plate to the frame with a #8 x 2 1/2″ screw. See figure c.
screws. See figure a. and replace with #8 x 2 1/2″ flat head screws.
See figure b.

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SYSTEM C/D IZ3 Door -- Screw/Bracket
Placement

Strike

Figure 12: Screw/Bracket placement

1. For IZ3 doors (system C/D), fasten #8 x 3″

screws through head jamb according to
figure 12. If using structural brackets, apply
one per mull post.

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