Starrett S-700 Series User Manual

MAKE A GRAND ENTRANCE
INSTALLATION GUIDE
SERIES S-700
If you think anything is missing, or
there is damage, alert Spitfire Doors
or your supplier immediately.
sales@spitfiredoors.co.uk
1. If you are replacing an existing door, please measure
the new door to make sure it ts before removing
the old door and make sure that the threshold height
and or cill and packers allow enough clearance to
open the new door when tted.
2. Please store your new door in a clean and obstacle
free area before installing
3. Make sure the aperture is level and as plumb as
possible before starting to install
4. REMEMBER – A SINGLE S-700 SERIES DOOR
WILL WEIGH AT LEAST 120KG AND IS A
MULTIPLE PERSON LIFT!
Key Points:
We recommend that your door is
installed by a recognised Spitfire Partner.

Starrett S-700 Series Specifications

General

Series	S-700
Hands	Single
Includes	Case
Graduations	0.001"
Accuracy	+/- 0.001"

Summary

Suggested Tools Required

Installation Preparation

Cleaning Door After Installation

Installation Steps

Preparing the Frame

Determine floor level and ensure frame is square and plumb before fixing brackets to walls.

Removing and Setting Aside Sash

Unlock door, retract top pin, tilt sash, and lift off base plate. Cover sash with dust sheet.

Securing the Outer Frame

Fix brackets 150mm from corners and at 400mm intervals, ensuring frame is completely square and plumb.

Re-hanging the Sash

Lift door sash back into frame at 90 degrees, aligning rotating pin with sash and leaning onto pin.

Securing the Top Pin

Sink top pin back into door sash to secure it, aligning opening and screwing pin into place.

Checking Door Alignment

Close door, align sash with frame, check shadow joint (6mm gap), and ensure smooth closing/locking.

Adjusting Door Position

Use levelling screw under gasket to adjust door position. Remove/unwind top pin before adjustment.

Sealing the Frame

Seal gap between frame and wall using sealant material or foam. Keep door closed until sealant cures.