3.01 EXAMINATION A. Verify that doors and frames are ready to receive this work; labeled, fire-rated doors and frames are properly installed, and dimensions are as indicated on shop drawings. B. Correct all defects prior to proceeding with installation. C. Verify that electric power is available to power operated devices and of correct characteristics. 3.02 INSTALLATION A. Install hardware in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and applicable codes. B. Install hardware using the manufacturer’s fasteners provided. Drill and tap all screw holes located in metallic materials. Do not use “Riv-Nuts” or similar products. C. Install hardware on fire-rated doors and frames in accordance with applicable codes and NFPA 80. D. Use templates provided by hardware item manufacturer. E. Do not install surface mounted items until application of finishes to substrate are fully completed. F. Wash down masonry walls and complete painting or staining of doors and frames. G. Complete finish flooring prior to installation of thresholds. H. Door Hardware Mounting Heights: Distance from finished floor to center line of hardware item as directed by hardware manufacturer. I. Set exterior door thresholds with full-width bead of elastomeric sealant at each point of contact with floor providing a continuous weather seal. Anchor thresholds with stainless steel countersunk screws. 1. See Section 07 92 00 for additional requirements. J. Include in installation for existing doors and frames any necessary field modification and field preparation of doors and frames for new hardware. Provide necessary fillers, reinforcements, and fasteners for mounting new hardware and to cover existing door and frame preparations. 3.03 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Perform field inspection and testing under provisions of Section 01 40 00 - Quality Requirements. 3.04 ADJUSTING A. Adjust work under provisions of Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements. B. Adjust hardware for smooth operation. C. Adjust gasketing for complete, continuous seal; replace if unable to make complete seal.
