Algoma Hardwoods Wood Frames User Manual

							Non-rated & 1/3Hour Wood Jamb Sets ........................................................................\
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SpeciesStandard species for 1⁄3hour rated frames are Red Oak, White Oak, Birch, Cherry, Mahogany, and M\
aple. On special order, any
commercially available species with density equal to or greater than 33.\
4 lbs/cubic ft. Any species can be specified for non rated
frames.
Sizes Maximum for 1⁄3hour label is 40 x 90 (1220 x 2740mm) for single doors and 80 x \
90 (2440 x 2740mm) for regular swing pair
doors. Non-label frames are available in larger sizes.
Wall thickness Minimum 33⁄4 (95mm). Jambs may be made from edge-glued lumber when wall thickness\
 exceeds width of available lumber.
Wall conditionsWood stud, steel stud, or masonry.
ProfilesApplied T-Stop (ploughed-in-stop) standard.
CasingStandard or custom profile casing available with frames. Minimum size 1⁄2 x 11⁄2 (13 x 38mm), any species with density equal to or
greater than Mahogany (33.4PCF). Casing may be supplied by others but \
must meet minimum size and density requirements. Non
rated frames have no restrictions for the casing.
Hardware machining Available with hinge and strike machining as well as other hardware prep\
aration. Fire rated frames must be machined for hardware at
the factory or by a licensed machiner before they can be labeled.
FinishingAvailable in finishes with performance characteristics equivalent to AWI\
 System TR-6, standard or custom colors. Also available
primed or sealed only.
WarrantyFor interior, life of original installation. Exterior applications not r\
ecommended or warranted.
Industry StandardArchitectural Woodwork Institute Quality Standards, Section 900, Frames \
and Jambs, Custom Grade.
Label service 20 minute listed and labeled by Inchcape Testing Services – Warnock H\
ersey. And UL (Positive Pressure) UBC 7-2-1997.
Installation instructionsJamb and head installation: 2 x #12 FHWS 24 (600mm) on center at sto\
p dado. One each 2 x #12 FHWS at each hinge and two
each 21⁄2 x #10 FHWS at lock strike. Maximum spacing between back of frame and s\
tud is 1⁄4 (6mm). Spacing can be increased to 1⁄2
(13mm) maximum if gap is packed with fiberglass with no through openin\
gs. One shim required at each hinge and at strike. Positive
pressure may not exceed 1/4 (6mm) gap between frame and stud, and mus\
t be packed with fiberglass.
T-Stop installation: Nailed with 4d finishing nails 12 (300mm) on cen\
ter.
Casing installation: Minimum attachment of casing is 4d finishing nails \
12 (300mm) on center into jamb and head and 5d finishing
nails 12 (300mm) on center into wall. Casing may have various profile\
s. Minimum dimensions 
1⁄2 thick x 11⁄2 wide (13 x 38mm),
Mahogany (33.4PCF) or denser species.
Hardware: Butt hinges per NFPA 80, 1 each for every 30 (760mm) of hei\
ght. Balance of hardware a function of door approval (must be
self closing with positive latching device).
Non Rated & 1⁄3 Hour Solid Wood Jamb Sets
(Neutral or Positive Pressure)
Applied T-Stop Profile shown in one hour steel stud wall.
Product Features 
						

							1001 Perry Street • Algoma, Wisconsin 54201
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