Install Manual

Surface Mount

Install Manual

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Parts Overview

Tools Required

Preparation

Installation

Step 1: Set the Cased Opening Frame

Step 2: Install Trim

Step 3: Install Backer

Step 4: Install Track

Step 5: Install Receiving Channel

Step 6: Install Hanger Brackets and Hang Door

Door Screw Template

Step 7: Position the Floor Guide

Step 8: Install Auto Door Bottom

Step 9: Install Valance

Step 10: Install Receiving Channel Cover

Step 11: Install Handles, Endcaps, and Labels

Step 12: Verify Stop and Trigger

6-8

10-11

12-26

13-14

15-16

19-20

21-24

25-26

Table of Contents

Track & Backer

Attaches to Header Trim

2” Snap-On Trim

Attaches to Cased Opening

Receiving Channel

Attaches to Leg Trim

Sound Gasket

Attaches to Back of Door

Integrated Backer

Attaches to Header Trim

Rec. Channel Cover

Attaches to Rec. Channel

Parts Overview

6 | Parts Overview

Cased Opening Frame

Attaches to Rough Opening

Endcaps

Attaches to Valance

Standard/Return

or Sloped

Soft Close Spring Close Ladder Pull Lever

Parts Overview | 7

Closing Options: Handle Options:

Standard Floor Guide

Auto Door Bottom

Sloped Return

Valance Options: Door Bottom Options:

#8 X 2 3/8"

Backer Screw (Aluminum)

Used to mount Backer to the face of the

Cased Opening Frame Header

#10 X 1 3/4"

Hanger Bracket Screw

Replacement screw to mount door to

Hanger Bracket

#6 X 1 5/8"

Aluminum Frame Screw

Used to mount Cased Opening Frame

to wall

2" X 0.625" X 0.325”

Backer Shim

Used to shim the space between the

top of the Backer and the wall

#8 X 1/2"

Strike Screw

Used to mount strike to Receiving

Channel, Used ONLY when there is lock

#6 X 3/8"

Frame Corner Clips + Screws

Used to mount Corner Clips to Cased

Opening Frame

#12 X 2"

Receiving Channel Screw

Used to secure the Receiving Channel

to the Cased Opening Frame Leg

#9 X 2 1/2"

Backer Screw (Wood)

Used to mount Backer to the wall

#5 X 5/8"

Endcap Screw

Used to secure Endcaps to Valance

and Backer

8 | Parts Overview

Screws Included:

All parts should be inventoried upon receipt. Any shortages must be reported to Serenity in

writing within five business days from the received date.

Integrated Backer Systems Only

Rubber Mallet

3’ Level

6’ Level

Small Laser Tool

Screw Gun and Drill - shaft with #2 insert bit

3/16” Drill Bit

1/4” Drill Bit

1/8” Drill Bit

Hex Head: 4” Long, 5/16” Diameter

Inflatable Air Shim

Caulk, caulk gun and additional drill bits may be needed for drilling the face preps on the doors, depending

on what hardware is being used. Lock template should be included in lock packaging; if not, contact Serenity.

3mm Allen Wrench (for Soft Close triggers)

2.5mm Allen Wrench (for Soft Close stops)

#1 Phillips Screwdriver

#2 Phillips Screwdriver

Two 13 mm Open-end Flat Wrenches (no thicker than 1/4”)

Rotohammer

1/4” Rotohammer Bit (1/8” Bit Used for Auto Door Bottom)

Utility knife

Ladder

Two 12-inch Clamps (if only one person installing door)

Tools Required

Tools Required | 9

Verify Consistency Of Wall Thickness

Frames are ordered per the approved door

submittal and rough openings should be consistent

with the measurement specified within. This

includes the wall thickness which should be

consistent around the entire opening, any extra

compound buildup at the headers or upper corners

will need to be corrected prior to installation. If wall

conditions are not within these tolerances, please

notify the GC and Serenity or the distributor to

correct the situation before attempting to install the

Cased Open Frame. This a low tolerance product. If

the wall is not built as specified, the Cased opening

will not be able to be installed correctly.

Preparation:

10 | Preparation

Verify R.O. and Backing Size

Verify rough opening size and wood backing per

shop drawings.

Verify Sheetrock Size

Make sure all sheetrock is cut flush to the stud.

Overhanging sheetrock will impede proper

installation of the cased opening.

Room (Interior)

RHR

Room (Interior)

LHR

Room (Interior)

Corridor (Exterior) Corridor (Exterior) Corridor (Exterior) Corridor (Exterior)

Door Handing Chart

Preparation | 11

Determine Installation Timing

Determine if frame is to be set before or after finished flooring. (In any case, the

wood door should be set after finished flooring.)

These Are Your Options:

• Frame installed after finished flooring (preferred).

• Frame installed before finished flooring. This is necessary in some cases. For

example, if vinyl flooring is to be coved up the wall, the frames need to be set

prior to the flooring and a second trip may be required. In such a case, you will

need to shim the bottom of the legs/jambs up off the floor to allow for finished

flooring thickness.

A note about split flooring: If one side of the door is to be one type of flooring

and the other side another, for example, vinyl and carpeting, or even two

colors of the same material, position the back edge of the sliding door, not

the centerline of the door, at the transition. The proper positioning is shown in

the photo at right. When hanging the door, it should be positioned as close to

the lower flooring as possible to provide maximum sound protection while still

allowing easy opening and closing.

Flooring (Level)

Verify existing floor is level along the full run of the door (can be verified by

Track length). If floor is out of level by more than 3/8” along that distance,

possible issues include sound attenuation being lost and proper door

functioning being inhibited.

Step 1: Set The Cased Opening Frame

A: Check the dimensions and square of the rough opening. Verify

correct cased opening width per shop drawings. Make sure the wall

is the proper height and width for the frame and is within tolerance.

B: Hold the Cased Opening Header along the top edge of the rough

opening and center it in the RO. Then wrap it on over the wall.

Wood backing by others

Figure A

Figure B Figure C

Figure D Figure D

Leg /Ja mb

C: Hold one of the Legs/Jambs at an angle and slip the portion

over the wall. Push upward to engage the Leg/Jamb to the

header. Then push the rest of the Leg/Jamb over the wall.

Make sure the bottom of the Leg/Jamb is in contact with the

floor, UNLESS you are installing the Frame before flooring has

been finished. If installing the Frame before finished flooring,

shim the bottom of Legs/Jambs up off the floor to the height of

the finished flooring.

D: Install the second Leg/Jamb. If necessary, pull the header down

to make contact with the Legs/Jambs. Use the four Corner Clips

as a guide to help with the alignment of the header and the Legs/

Jambs. The header will overlap the Legs/Jambs by approximately

5/8” on each side. Install Corner Clips.

12 | Step 1

Installer Note: Set the Cased Opening Header on the inside ledges of the

snap-t ns.

Installer Note: Level all the way throughout.

Installer Note: Set the Leg/Jamb on the inside ledges of the snap-t ns. Two Screws Per Side

Step 2: Install Trim

A: Center the trim header along the Cased Opening Header. Align the snap-on Trim with the

channel on the Cased Opening Header.

B: Align the Trim Legs with the Trim Header on the Cased Opening Channel. Repeat on reverse side.

Installer Note: Use Rubber Mallet to gently snap-on on trim. Make sure to only hit the center of the trim and start at

top of leg to make sure it’s aligned.

Step 2-3 | 13

Step 3: Install Backer

A: Align the Backer on the face of the 2” header Snap-On Trim. The Backer should be

positioned to the edge of the Frame Leg Trim and bottom of the Header Trim.

Install Backer Shims behind Backer.Use a quick clamp to hold it if necessary.

Step 3 Detail

Track

Valance

Backer

B: Predrill and use the provided Backer Screws to secure

the Backer onto the face of the Cased Opening, starting

with the bottom holes. The self-tapping Backer Screws

(Aluminum) are used on the lower part of the Backer.

Use the other Backer Screws (Wood) for the remaining

top holes of the Backer.

C: Slip the Filler Trim behind the section of Backer where

there is a gap between the wall and Backer, flush with

the bottom of Filler Trim and Backer. Drill pilot holes

(3/16”), using the existing holes in the Backer as guides,

through the Filler Trim before attempting to screw in the

Backer Screws.

Step 4: Install Track

Snap in the Track. You may need a rubber mallet to do this. Hold the Track

at a 45-degree angle to the Backer so that the groove at the top of the

Track is positioned to roll into a lip in the Backer (see drawing). Using the

rubber mallet, hit the Track at the top of the face to snap into place. Hitting

the Track at the bottom of the face, or with too much force, will warp it and

may cause the Wheel Sets to malfunction. Start on one end and work your

way to the other.

Installer Note: When putting Track onto Backer, do not hit lower part of track face with

mallet as track will bend.

Installer Note:

• Self-drilling screws are used on lower part of Backer that goes into the cased opening frame only.

• Use wood screws on the remainder of the Backer.

• Have solid side of Filler facing Backer.

• Use shims for top screws of Backer.

• Any gap involving ller should be next to frame.

14 | Step 3-4

Step 3: Install Backer

D: Use the Backer Screws to hold both the Backer and the Filler Trim in place. If the Filler Trim is short, push

it flush with the side opposite of the opening. Do not screw in the top screws until all the bottom ones are

secured. Before tightening the top screws, put 3/8” Backer Shims behind the top of the Backer, next to

each of the screws. This prevents the tightening of the screws from warping the shape of the Backer.

For systems that include an Integrated Backer, skip to step 5.

Backer (Lip)

Track (Groove)

Step 4 Detail NTS

Step 5: Install Receiving Channel

Raise the Receiving Channel up to the bottom of the Backer and shim underneath

if necessary. Hold the pre-drilled Receiving Channel flush with the face of the cased

opening leg/jamb and secure with self-tapping Receiving Channel screws.

Installer Note: Predrill Receiving Channel Holes into Trim prior to installing screws. Serenity logo

indicates top of receiver channel.

Step 5-6 | 15

Step 5 Detail NTS

Step 6: Install Hanger Brackets & Hang Door

A: Hanger bracket holes should be predrilled on the doors from Serenity. Use predrilled

holes to mount brackets. If holes are not predrilled from factory, proceed to Step B.

B: Cut out the “Door Screw Template” located beside the next page (Page 17). Set the door on

the floor along one long edge. Note that the bottom edge of the door has a groove in it.

Starting at one corner that will be an upper corner of the door, measure along the top edge

of the door. Do the same on the opposite end of the top edge for the second Hanger Bracket.

C: Center the Hanger Bracket on your mark. Double-check that the Hanger

Bracket is centered in the 1 3/4” thickness of the door. Use the provided

Hanger Bracket Screws to secure the Hanger Bracket. It is important to note

the handing of the door so that the open face of the Hanger Bracket will face

the cased opening / wall when the door is hung.

Installer Note: Center the Hanger Bracket in the 1 3/4” thickness of the door.

For systems that include a Spring Close, install an extra Hanger Bracket Screw in the

center of the door on the leading edge of the Hanger Bracket. This will be used to hook

the Spring Close cable.

The open face of the Hanger

Bracket needs to face the

Cased Opening/Wall when the

Door is hung.

F: “Reveal” or align the door, adjusting the height of each Hanger Bracket Bolt as

needed. The door needs to be plumb with the Receiving Channel and

centered between the strips of felt at both sides of the channel. Double-check

the bottom clearance: make sure the bottom of the door is not too low or too

high off the floor—1/4” to 3/8” from the floor is optimal. The door needs to

be as low to the ground as possible, with just enough clearance for the Floor

Guide Channel.

Installer Note: Do this step after nished ooring is in place.

Installer Note: The Hanger Bracket can be adjusted to raise or lower the door. Contact Serenity for accommodations if more

adjustments are needed. Before setting door, align soft closes with top of hanger brackets.

Step 6: Install Hanger Brackets & Hang Door

D: Place the adhesive-backed gasketing 1/4” in. along the back edge of door

that faces wall. Be sure the largest fin is closest to the edge of the door. Do

not stretch the gasketing as you place it or it will fall off later.

E: Using the inflatable air shim, lift the door up to the Hanger Bolts and slide the

bolts into the Hanger Bracket.

16 | Step 6

Door Screw Template | 17

Door Screw Template Scale 1"=1"

4 3/4"

11/16"

7/16"

3/8"

11/16"

1/8"

1 3/4"

Door Screw Template

If needed, remove the page to complete Step 6.

Screw preparation to be 1 1/4" deep by 1/8" diameter.

*Prep to be performed on both ends of the door*

Step 7: Position the Floor Guide

A: Mark the floor to position the Floor Guide Channel:

• Begin with the door in the closed position, all the way inside the

Receiving Channel. Mark on the floor at the back edge of the

door (i.e., the end of the door not in the Receiving Channel), just

below the center of the groove visible at the door’s bottom edge.

• Standing behind your mark on the floor, use your laser to shoot a

straight beam along the floor over the dot and into the center of

the Receiving Channel. Trace the 2” of laser line that is right in

front of the jamb/leg trim.

• Swing the door out at an angle to the wall, wedging your

rubber mallet between the door and the jamb/leg trim to hold

the door out of the way.

• Open the door a couple of inches out of the Receiving Channel.

B: Position the Floor Guide Base in the path of the laser lined

up with the beam. Mark the position of the screw holes

on the flooring, then drill with a 1/4” rotohammer drill bit.

Insert the Floor Guide Anchors into the holes.

Installer Note: Skinny Floor Guide Channel with small set screw.

1/4” x 12” rotohammer bit. If using an Automatic Door Bottom, see Step 8:D.

Floor Guide Base

Position this end toward

the front, closer to the

Receiving Channel.

Step 7 | 19

C: Place the base over them with the more horizontal hole

positioned at the front, closer to the receiving channel.

(This will make it easier to make slight adjustments later).

Screw the Floor Guide Base to the floor.

D: Before positioning the Floor Guide Channel, insert the

small Allen screw (set screw) in one end of the channel,

as shown. Screw it in with a 2 mm Allen wrench until the

outside of the screw is flush with the edge of the guide.

This makes the guide slightly wider so the door won’t have

too much play.

E: Remove the mallet that was wedged in at the center of

the door to hold the door out at an angle.

F: Slide the door closed, then slide the Floor Guide Channel

into place over the Floor Guide Base. Position the Channel

with the Allen/set screw facing toward the back of door.

Floor Guide Channel

with Allen screw in place.

Step 7: Position the Floor Guide

20 | Step 7

Step 8: Install Auto Door Bottom

For systems that include an Automatic Door Bottom, proceed to step 8. If your

system is not configured to include this part for sound attenuation, skip to step 9.

A: Insert the seal noting the handing of the door. The drop seal should face the inside of the

room with the floor guide channel towards the corridor.

B: Fix the angle bracket. Mark and drill pilot hole.

A A

B B

Trailing

Edge

Inside Room Hallway

Closing

Edge

Step 8 | 21

= 1 5/16 in. + B

1 5/16 in.

4.72 in.

B1 5/16 in.

C: Push floor guide to trigger drop seal. Mark position of floor guide.

Installer Note: Diagram is not exact.

Inside Room

22 | Step 8

Installer Note: Predrill with 1/8” Rotohammer Bit.

D: Screw floor guide base.

4 x 1 in.

Step 8 | 23

1/2 - 5/8 in.

Trigger Height Options

3/8 - 1/2 in.

1/4 - 3/8 in.

E: Push appropriate trigger B into floor plate C. See floor

gap E to avoid pressure on floor. Hang door and check

operation. If dragging, change trigger by again removing

bracket A.

Installer Note: “E” represents the door height off of the oor.

24 | Step 8

Step 9: Install Valance

Step 10: Install Receiving

Channel Cover

Step 11: Install Handles,

Endcaps, and Labels

Hold the Valance at a 45-degree angle to the Track so that

the lip of the Valance is positioned to roll into a groove on the

Track, as shown. Snap the Valance onto the Track.

Snap on the Receiving Channel Cover. Use a mallet to tap

it into position. Make sure the Receiving Channel and the

Receiving Channel Cover are even at the top.

A: Install the door pull or back to back ladder handle.

Installer Note: Make sure the set screws are facing the oor.

Installer Note: Have door in open position when installing. When

snapping on, hit the middle of the Valance.

Installer Note: For systems that include a Spring Close, once door is hung and operating, hook Spring Close cable

around Hanger Screw from Step 5:C. Ensure operation of Spring Close and adjust tension as needed.

Step 9 Detail NTS

Valance

Track (Groove)

Step 9-11 | 25

C: If the door has locking hardware you may need to drill

the face prep on the door. Install the lock into the door

and extend the bolt. Line up the strike plate with the

Receiving Channel strike prep and mark its correct

position in relation to the bolt. Mark the strike prep holes

then drill them with a 1/8” drill bit. Using the strike screws

that we provided secure the strike plate & dust box to

the Receiving Channel and verify that the lock engages.

Follow instructions for locks provided. Check submittal

for location and application.

13 3/8”

3mm

Step 12: Verify Stop and Trigger

Close door until it barely touches the Receiving Channel.

It should measure 13 3/8” from the edge of the Stop to

the edge of the Trigger. This is a critical measurement to

ensure proper functioning of the Soft Close Assembly.

Overextension of the Soft Close Assembly can cause it

to fail. Make final adjustments if necessary.

Step 12 Detail NTS

Close Side: Verify the rollers are touching the stop

when the door is fully closed - then verify trigger

distance.

Open Side: Verify Door hangs into opening 4 1/2” - 5”

when the rollers are touching the stop - then verify

trigger distance.

B: Screw Endcaps onto both ends of the track system securing the Backer to

Valance. The Endcaps should be flush.

The Endcap should be tight to the side of the cased opening, with no gap,

and flush with the bottom of the Header.

26 | Step 11-12

Installer Note: Install by hand with a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

Endcaps (Stnd/Sloped)

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