Andersen Pocket Interlock Adjustment Service Instructions

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  • What tools are needed for pocket interlock adjustment?
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    What should be done with the top and bottom screws of pocket interlock assembly?
    What is the depth of pilot holes?
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Thank you for choosing Andersen.
· Product Series - Big Doors
· Product Type - MultiGlide™ Door
· Frame Configuration - Pocket
Andersen” and all other marks where denoted are trademarks of Andersen Corporation. ©2017 Andersen Corporation. All rights reserved. ADJUSTMENT 9173704 BA 11/09/2017
Read these instructions and the Product Safety
Information before starting procedure.
Pocket Interlock Adjustment
Instructions for:
Safety Information
WARNING
· 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. Heavier windows and doors will require
mechanical assistance. Failure to do so could result in
injury, product or property damage.
WARNING
· Follow manufacturers’ instructions for hand and power
tools. Always wear safety glasses. Failure to do so could
result in injury, product or property damage.
Safety
Glasses
Tools Needed
Drill/Driver
WARNING
· Windows and doors have small parts (e.g. hole plugs,
operator spline caps, fasteners, etc.). Small parts if
swallowed could pose a choking hazard to young
children. Dispose of unused, loose, or easily removed
small parts. Failure to do so could result in injury.
Tape
Measure
Pencil 3/32"
Drill Bit
#2 Phillips
Bit
Caulking
Gun
Sealant
Supplies Needed
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Remove the pocket interlock assembly screws, except for the top and bottom screws as shown. Save screws for reuse.
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Remove the pocket interlock cover from the exterior.
IMPORTANT
· DO NOT remove top or bottom screws.
DO NOT remove
bottom screw
DO NOT remove
top screw
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Measure, mark, and drill 3/32" pilot holes 1" directly below the existing screw holes, 3/4" deep.
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Adjust the pocket interlock assembly for a full length equal reveal.
1"
1"
Equal reveal between
panel and pocket
interlock assembly
Pocket
Interlock
Assembly Panel
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Apply sealant over the previous screw holes.
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Refasten the pocket interlock assembly in the new pilot holes using the saved screws.
IMPORTANT
· DO NOT over tighten screws.
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Reapply the pocket interlock cover using rm hand pressure.
Pocket interlock adjustment is complete.
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