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Window and door installation planning

Record the mounting surface, window clearance, guide-rail position and access for service. For motorized shades, include the power supply and control preference in the installation plan.

Coordinate the frame with the building

Review the sill, head and jamb as one assembly. The sill must suit the finished-floor elevations and drainage plan; the head and jambs must suit the opening support and wall construction. Confirm the chosen threshold, handing and panel layout before work begins.

Prepare for delivery and handling

Inspect packaging and products on receipt. Plan access, unloading equipment and enough trained personnel for large panels. Protect glass and finishes from construction debris, tools and contact with other stored materials.

Use the exact installation detail

System sections explain geometry, but do not establish a universal fastener schedule. The approved assembly, substrate and required performance control anchoring, flashing and sealant details. Have the installer review those details before setting the frame.

Check movement and drainage at handover

Review operation, locking, seals and drainage openings after installation. Resolve binding or misalignment before regular use. Keep the approved drawings, delivery record and service instructions with the opening schedule.

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Example: two FTS.60 floor conditions

The surface and recessed sections show why the finished floor, support and drainage must be coordinated with the chosen track. Dimensions belong to the illustrated FTS.60 details and are not universal installation allowances.

FTS.60 surface-track section. The illustrated track has a nominal 3/4-inch rise and 6-inch overall width. Confirm the selected sill and finished-floor condition for your opening. Open full-size image

FTS.60 recessed drainage-track section showing the relationship between the finish floor, subfloor, trench and drain. Open full-size image