Pegasus 17501 Operating instructions

Gibraltar Foundation Access Doors provide a secure entry to your crawlspace for maintenance, plumbing and

heating repairs as well as storage.

FOUNDATION ACCESS DOORS

INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

These basic installation guidelines are for use with typical or standard applications. It is always recommended to seek advice from a licensed

professional, and to check with your local building inspector or building permit office for approvals and possible variations that may apply.

Design Features Foundation access doors are installed for access convenience and for safe egress under emergen-

cy circumstances. Positive latch accepts pad locks. Lintel and hinged door provides access to crawl space and base-

ments.

Material Foundation Access Doors are made from heavy gauge steel with all welded construction and are coated

with corrosion resistant paint, so they can be nish painted to match any structure.

Instructions Identify a location for the door that is clear of utility meters, pipes or lines, and allows at least 6 feet of

depth clearance on the exterior. With the location chosen, choose a foundation access door size and style to suit

your needs.

Measure and mark dimensions for rough door opening on both the exterior and interior. Include any additional

clearances called for in the specications to allow for easy placement and adjustments for plum and level.

Build a four-sided rough frame from treated lumber with a header, base and two side lengths. Attach the frame to

the foundation by driving concrete screws into the foundation with your drilled tted with a screwdriver bit. Ensure

the frame is both is plumb and level. Place the door in the frame, check for plumb and level and smooth opening

and closing and attach the door to the wood frame.

24 in. x 18 in.is the minimum size for a building code approved crawl space access. 36 in. x 24 in.is the minimum

access for a crawl space access with mechanical equipment.

PLUMB

& LEVEL

CONCRETE

SCREWS

SCREW THROUGH THE

BACK OF THE FLANGE

INTO THE WOOD FRAME

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