PART 3
EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
3.1.1
Doors, Frames, and Accessories
Install doors, frames, framing members, hardware, and accessories in
accordance with approved shop drawings and the requirements specified
herein. Set frames securely anchored in place to straight, plumb, square,
level condition without distortion and in alignment. Install door panels
to retain proper weathering contact with frames. Calk metal-to-metal
joints between frame members and remove excess material. Calking around
perimeter of door frame and wall openings to provide weathertight
installation shall be accomplished in accordance with AAMA 800 and
manufacturer's recommendations. Finished work shall be rigid, neat in
appearance, and free from defects. Upon completion, adjust sliding doors
to operate properly. Thoroughly clean aluminum frames and glass in
accordance with manufacturer's recommendation. Doors damaged prior to
completion and acceptance shall be restored to original manufactured
condition or replaced with new doors as directed.
3.1.2
Protection of Aluminum from Dissimilar Materials
3.1.2.1
Aluminum to Dissimilar Metals
Prevent aluminum surfaces from contacting dissimilar metals other than
stainless steel, zinc, or white bronze by one or a combination of the
following:
a.
Paint dissimilar metal with one coat of heavy-bodied bituminous
paint.
b.
Apply calking between aluminum and dissimilar metal.
c.
Paint dissimilar metal with primer, followed by one coat of
aluminum paint or other suitable lead-free coating.
d.
Use nonabsorptive tape or gasket in permanently dry locations.
3.1.2.2
Drainage from Dissimilar Metals
Paint dissimilar metals located in areas where their drainage washes over
aluminum to prevent the staining of aluminum.
3.1.2.3
Aluminum to Masonry and Concrete
Prevent aluminum surfaces from coming into contact with mortar, concrete,
or other masonry materials by applying one coat of heavy-bodied bituminous
paint to the aluminum surfaces.
3.1.2.4
Aluminum to Wood
Prevent aluminum surfaces from coming into contact with wood, treated wood,
or similarly absorptive materials by one or a combination of the following
methods:
a.
Paint aluminum surfaces with two coats of aluminum paint or one
coat of heavy-bodied bituminous paint.
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