Martin Door MARTIN FINGER SHIELD User manual

DO NOT completely weather seal this door! Vent according to local building codes.
CAUTION! Low levels of carbon monoxide in the garage and home can cause headaches
and flu-like symptoms. Additional venting may be required to help reduce the health risks
associated with combustible fuels and noxious fumes.
The insulation used in Martin Doors comply with all known building codes. It has been
tested and approved by Omega Point Laboratories and meets the UBC-26-8 standard for
smoke and flame spread. The insulation is removable and reusable which helps the
environment by reducing landfill waste!
Martin regular and insulated door sections are rated among the most dent resistant in the
world. They do not require insulation bonded to them for strength. Because of this unique
construction it may not be necessary to replace a door section or a complete door to avoid
the prolonged appearance of a damaged surface. For dent repair see page 18.
The Martin Warranty is to the original owner. Lifetime ltd. for most residential doors (12 year
ltd. on Montana). Six Year ltd. for commercial, rentals, and 5 yr. on wood doors. Replacement
part shipping and labor costs are not included. Springs have life cycle limits. Note: with
proper care and maintenance all Martin Doors (except springs) are designed to last a
lifetime. Contact your Martin Dealer for details on the full written warranty and limitations.
!!
7/2004
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MAINTENANCE
DOOR OPENERS (We recommend Martin Door Openers)
NOXIOUS FUMES
INSULATION
DENT REPAIR (Steel Doors)
THIS IS THE WORLD’S FINEST, SAFEST DOOR. HOWEVER, UNTRAINED OR NEGLIGENT INSTALLING, ADJUSTING, AND SERVICING CAN BE DANGEROUS. THE SPRINGS
AND RELATED PARTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! IF UNSURE, CALL A TRAINED MARTIN DOOR DEALER
Oil all hinges, roller shafts, and spring coils, using a high quality 10/40 motor oil.
Oil yearly for a smooth operation. Do not allow parts to squeak!
Wax yearly the leading edge of metal door Finger Shields or inside wood door section
joints. Also wax Reverse Angle Shields or jambs (where door seals while closing).
As needed, use lightly oiled cloth to wipe galvanized parts to help retain clean galvanized
look. In damp, wet areas, galvanized parts may require painting to help prevent rust.
Touch-up paint not recommended on steel doors. Read “Painting Theory” on back
page.
As needed, wash away dirt, salt residue, etc. from steel door sections. Automobile type
cleaners and waxes may improve the look and prolong the life of aged paint or a
neglected steel door. Frequent waxing or painting may be required in extremely damp,
salty or caustic areas. For wood doors see “WOOD DOOR NOTES” page.
Clean the acrylic windows with a soft wet cloth. Remove scratches in the acrylic window
pane with a quality plastic window cleaner.
Always keep the garage door in full view while using the electric opener.
Monthly check the automatic reverse function, following the manufacturer's
electric opener instructions.
Martin Doors are designed to reduce risk of entrapment and injury to children and adults.
Roller Shields, Finger Shields, Low Profile Hinges, Reverse Angle Shields, Inside Lift
Cables, Rolled Steel Edges, etc., are all designed for added child safety .
Remove all pull down ropes and disable any garage door locking mechanism.
The top door section should have a full length strut for center mounted openers. Side
mounted openers may not require a strut on single size doors under 12’3” (3734) wide.
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WARRANTY
DO NOT completely weather seal this door! Vent according to local building codes.
CAUTION! Low levels of carbon monoxide in the garage and home can cause headaches
and flu-like symptoms. Additional venting may be required to help reduce the health risks
associated with combustible fuels and noxious fumes.
The insulation used in Martin Doors comply with all known building codes. It has been
tested and approved by Omega Point Laboratories and meets the UBC-26-8 standard for
smoke and flame spread. The insulation is removable and reusable which helps the
environment by reducing landfill waste!
Martin regular and insulated door sections are rated among the most dent resistant in the
world. They do not require insulation bonded to them for strength. Because of this unique
construction it may not be necessary to replace a door section or a complete door to avoid
the prolonged appearance of a damaged surface. For dent repair see page 18.
The Martin Warranty is to the original owner. Lifetime ltd. for most residential doors (12 year
ltd. on Montana). Six Year ltd. for commercial, rentals, and 5 yr. on wood doors. Replacement
part shipping and labor costs are not included. Springs have life cycle limits. Note: with
proper care and maintenance all Martin Doors (except springs) are designed to last a
lifetime. Contact your Martin Dealer for details on the full written warranty and limitations.
!!
7/2004
Martin Door Manufacturing Salt Lake City, Utah 84127-0437 U.S.A www.martindoor.com Printed in the U.S.A. 20m Copyright 2004©AD-01IM-07
MAINTENANCE
DOOR OPENERS (We recommend Martin Door Openers)
NOXIOUS FUMES
INSULATION
DENT REPAIR (Steel Doors)
THIS IS THE WORLD’S FINEST, SAFEST DOOR. HOWEVER, UNTRAINED OR NEGLIGENT INSTALLING, ADJUSTING, AND SERVICING CAN BE DANGEROUS. THE SPRINGS
AND RELATED PARTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! IF UNSURE, CALL A TRAINED MARTIN DOOR DEALER
Oil all hinges, roller shafts, and spring coils, using a high quality 10/40 motor oil.
Oil yearly for a smooth operation. Do not allow parts to squeak!
Wax yearly the leading edge of metal door Finger Shields or inside wood door section
joints. Also wax Reverse Angle Shields or jambs (where door seals while closing).
As needed, use lightly oiled cloth to wipe galvanized parts to help retain clean galvanized
look. In damp, wet areas, galvanized parts may require painting to help prevent rust.
Touch-up paint not recommended on steel doors. Read “Painting Theory” on back
page.
As needed, wash away dirt, salt residue, etc. from steel door sections. Automobile type
cleaners and waxes may improve the look and prolong the life of aged paint or a
neglected steel door. Frequent waxing or painting may be required in extremely damp,
salty or caustic areas. For wood doors see “WOOD DOOR NOTES” page.
Clean the acrylic windows with a soft wet cloth. Remove scratches in the acrylic window
pane with a quality plastic window cleaner.
Always keep the garage door in full view while using the electric opener.
Monthly check the automatic reverse function, following the manufacturer's
electric opener instructions.
Martin Doors are designed to reduce risk of entrapment and injury to children and adults.
Roller Shields, Finger Shields, Low Profile Hinges, Reverse Angle Shields, Inside Lift
Cables, Rolled Steel Edges, etc., are all designed for added child safety .
Remove all pull down ropes and disable any garage door locking mechanism.
The top door section should have a full length strut for center mounted openers. Side
mounted openers may not require a strut on single size doors under 12’3” (3734) wide.
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WARRANTY
MARTIN FINGER SHIELD™ GARAGE DOOR SYSTEM
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
(STEEL COPPER AND WOOD DOORS)

2COPYRIGHT © 2004 MARTIN DOOR
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE HELPFUL TO COMPLETE A SATISFACTORY MARTIN SECTIONAL GARAGE DOOR INSTALLATION:
Hammer
Level (magnetic)
Hacksaw
Regular pliers
Two locking pliers with curved jaws
18’ (5.5) measuring tape
Socket wrench set for 7/16“ (11), and
9/16” (14) with 3“ (76) extension
Regular and phillips screwdriver plus
5/16” (8) nut driver
End wrench set for 7/16“ (11), and 9/16” (14)
3/16” X 4” (5 X 102) Hex key (Allen wrench)
10/40 motor oil lubricant
Wax lubricant (paraffin, candle, etc.)
Rope 5’ to 6’ (1520 to 1830)
Cordless drill with 1/8“ (3), 13/64” (5), 1/4” (6) bits
plus 1/4” and 3/8” (6 and 10) masonry bits
7.25” (184) hand saw with TENRYU # PRF-18548BW saw blade for cutting steel.
Two 1/2” X 14” (13 X 356) high carbon steel spring
winding tubes (Larger sizes available)
Step ladder and saw horses (not shown)
Professional installers use a cordless impact tool with sockets and
extension (not shown).
“C” clamps for Reverse Angle Shield to jambs, helps make installation easier.
20. Punched angle track hanger: 8' X 1-1/4" X 1-1/4" (2440 X 32 X 32)
MARTIN MINI TOOL KIT
INCLUDES NUMBERS:
1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 16
Order one from your Martin Door Dealer
TOOL KIT
NOTE: Bolts, lock nuts and lag screws for fastening the punched angle are
furnished with the door hardware fasteners.
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ALL MEASUREMENTS IN PARENTHESIS ( ) ARE MILLIMETERS IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
All steel door heights to 20’ (6100) are available in 3” (76) increments.
All steel door heights 9’3” (2820) to 20’0” (6100) use a combination of
21” (530) and 24” (61) high sections except 10’, 12’, 14’, 16’, 18’, 20’
(3050, 3660, 4270, 4870, 5480, 6100) high doors use 24” (61) high
sections only. (See Architectural Detail Manual)
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STEEL DOOR SECTION PLACEMENT CHART
6'0"
(1830)
18" 21"
18" 18"
18" 18"
18"
18” = (457)
21” = (533)
24” = (610)
18"
6'3"
(1910)
All wood door heights to 12’ (3700) are available in 4” (102) increments.
Windows sections are always 24”(610).
NOTE:
WOOD DOOR SECTION PLACEMENT CHART
7'0"
(2130)
7'4"
(2230)
9'0"
(2740)
9'8"
(2940)
9'4"
(2840)
7'8"
(2340)
8'0"
(2440)
8'4"
(2540)
8'8"
(2640)
6'0"
(1830)
10'0"
(3050)
16” = (406)
20” = (508)
24” = (610)
6'8"
(2030)
6'4"
(1930)
16
16
16
16
16
16 16
(ALSO SEE “WOOD DOOR NOTES” ON PAGE 22)
6'9"
(2060)
7'0"
(2130)
7'3"
(2210)
7'6"
(2290)
21" 21" 21" 24" 18"
18"
18"
18"
18"
21"
21"
21"
21"
21"
21"
21"
18"
21"
18"
18"
21"
8'3"
(2520)
8'6"
(2590)
21" 21"
21"
21"
18"
21"
21"
18"
21"
18"
8'0"
(2440)
21"
18"
18"
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7'9"
(2360)
21"
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6'6"
(1980)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR A MARTIN FINGER
SHIELD™ SECTIONAL GARAGE DOOR SYSTEM.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE INTENDED FOR PROFESSIONAL
GARAGE DOOR INSTALLERS. READ THROUGH THE COMPLETE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND APPLICABLE SUPPLEMENTAL
INSTRUCTIONS ENCLOSED BEFORE BEGINNING.
STEP 1
Study the “Door Opening Information” measurements and supplement
B, page 19. Be aware of the following common obstructions: Closet,
fireplace, lighting, heat ducts, etc. The jambs and the header should form
a flush inside surface. Note: Martin sectional doors are manufactured
2“(51) over common USA door opening widths and ½” (13) over common
USA door opening heights. Example: A 16’ x 7’ (4880 x 2130) door is
manufactured 16’2” wide by 7’ ½” (4930 x 2150) high. The extra expense
for special door molding (doorstop) is not required. (See Figure 1 and 2)
Note: For safety , strength and appearance all doors are furnished with
Martin Reverse Angle Shields. They fasten directly to the left and right
door jambs on most surface types. (See Step 8)
The door opening should be prepared as shown in Figure 1.
For strongest and best appearance, old framing should be removed (See
Figure 2) and the old door opening finished with all surfaces flush as
shown in Figure 1.
Place two cardboard strips on each side of the door opening. Center one
of the door sections behind the door opening, setting it on the two
cardboard strips. Add cardboard strips to one side, if necessary, to make
the door section level. Strips are cut from cardboard shipping angle. Mark
both jambs 1 ¾” (45) wider than each side of the level door section. The
two marks are important to correctly begin fastening the Reverse Angle
Shields to the door jambs in STEP 8. (See Figures 1 and 9)
Note: Most headers are level (Most floors are not level).
DOOR OPENING INFORMATION
Measurements shown are with 4“ (102) cable drums and 2” (51) tracks
----See supplement B page 19, for other clearances and modifications----
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
FLOOR FLOOR
CEILING
HEADER
WALL WALL
HEIGHT SHOULD BE
AT LEAST .5“ (13)
LESS THAN DOOR
HEIGHT (SEE STEP 1)
MINIMUM HEIGHT
IS 12“ (310) MORE
THAN DOOR HEIGHT
(SEE STEP 2)
DOOR
OPENING
THE VIEW IS FROM THE
INSIDE LOOKING OUT
MINIMUM CLEARANCE IS
12“ (310) MORE THAN
DOOR HEIGHT. ADD 3“
(76) FOR DOOR OPENER
MINIMUM WIDTH
IS 3.5“ (89) MORE
THAN DOOR
WIDTH
MINIMUM WIDTH
IS 3.5“ (89) MORE
THAN DOOR
WIDTH
3
HEADER
LEFT
JAMB RIGHT
JAMB
CENTER
SPRING PAD
FRAMING EXAMPLE FOR
WOOD JAMBS AND HEADER
2 X 4 OR 2 X 6 OR 2 X 8
(51X102) (51X152) (51X203)
LEFT
JAMB
RIGHT
JAMB
DOOR OPENING WIDTH SHOULD BE AT
LEAST 2“ (51) LESS THAN DOOR WIDTH
(SEE STEP 1)
LEVEL
DOOR SECTION
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MARK
1 ¾” (45)
MARK
1 ¾” (45)
TWO CARDBOARD STRIPS TWO CARDBOARD STRIPS
**
(ADD CARDBOARD STRIPS TO ONE SIDE ONLY TO LEVEL DOOR SECTION)
CARDBOARD STRIPS ARE CUT FROM CARDBOARD SHIPPING ANGLE.
*
OLD FRAMING TECHNOLOGY
The required clearance above a door furnished with 4“ (102) diameter
cable drums is 12” (305) when using 2” (51) track or 17” (432) when using
the optional 3” (76) track. See supplement “B”, page 19 for clearance and
modifications information if the required clearance needs to be
changed. More clearance is required for bigger diameter cable drums.
See “Wood Door Notes” 3 and 4 on page 22.
Martin Low Clearance Track Kits are only available for 2“ (51)Track and
includes safer inside lift cables.
STEP 2
INSTALLATION OF THIS SECTIONAL DOOR CAN BE
DANGEROUS. CALL A TRAINED MARTIN DOOR DEALER
NOTE: Builders, Architects, and Design
Engineers must consider forces
transmitted by the door to the building
structure as a result of wind load and/or
door weight. This consideration includes
the door opening structure and the
supporting structures for the door track
assembly.
Contact Martin Door Mfg. for additional
or specific load requirements.

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STEP 3
Door Section Placement. Refer to page 2 for correct placement
of door sections. If the door has a Spring Latch Lock, the #2 door
section is the best location for the outside T-lock handle.
Bottom Reinforcing Angle and Weather Seal. If not already
installed, loosely fasten the 1-1/2" X 1-1/2" bottom reinforcing
angle to the bottom inside edge of the #1 door section with 1/4" X 1"
thread forming screws. Fasten along the bottom of the door
section, on each stile location. Tuck the bottom weather seal under
the reinforcing angles, fitting into the configuration of the door
section. Tighten the thread forming screws to hold the bottom
weather seal tight, under the reinforcing angle. (See Figure 3)
The bottom reinforcing angle also acts as a full length step plate on
non-insulated metal doors.
STEP 4
If not already assembled, attach the lift cables to the right and left
lock-on bottom roller brackets with clevis and cotter pins. The Lift
Cable Tension Adjuster helps equalize the right and left lift cables
even if the door hits an object causing side twist. (See Figure 3A)
STEP 5
Fasten the right and left lock-on bottom roller brackets tight
against the bottom corners of the #1 door section. Make sure the
hook on the inside of the lock-on bottom roller bracket is hooked
under the end stile on steel doors. Screws are required to lock-on
bottom roller brackets to wood doors. (See Figure 3A)
The thread forming screws go through the lock-on bottom roller
bracket, the bottom reinforcing angle, the inside return of the steel
door section, and fasten tight into the 1/8" holes in the steel or
wood stile. (See Figures 4 and 4A)
Do not remove the plastic fasteners that are pressed into the
center stile hinge holes on metal doors. The ¼“ x 1” thread forming
screws easily penetrate and fasten through the thin plastic heads.
Fasten the bottom half of the hinges and the #1 roller brackets to
the top of the #1 door section. Wood doors requires hinges to be
fastened face down. Insert all 4 rollers. (See Figure 4)
Note: The “longer stem” bottom rollers add strength to the door
during earthquakes and high winds.
Also see “Wood Door Notes” on page 22.
“RIGHT” AND “LEFT” ARE VIEWED FROM INSIDE LOOKING OUT
THROUGH THE DOOR OPENING
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4
FINGER SHIELD™
FINGER SHIELD CLIP RIVET
OUTSIDEINSIDE
¼“ X 1”
THREAD
FORMING
SCREW
1“ (25) BOTTOM
WEATHER SEAL
(2 ½“ (64) OPTIONAL)
1 ½“ X 1 ½”
BOTTOM REINFORCING
ANGLE
LOCK-ON BOTTOM
ROLLER BRACKET
LIFT CABLE
ROLLER
ROLLER
SHAFT
ROLLER
SHIELD
FINGER SHIELD CLIP
(FOR STEEL DOORS)
BOTTOM
WEATHER
SEAL
#1 ROLLER
BRACKET
FINGER SHIELD™
(STEEL DOORS ONLY)
¼“ X1” THREAD
FORMING SCREWS
#1 DOOR SECTION
1 ½“ X 1 ½” BOTTOM
REINFORCING ANGLE
¼“ X 1” THREAD
FORMING SCREWS
HINGE
LIFT CABLE
TENSION ADJUSTER
LONGER STEM
ROLLER
LONGER STEM ROLLER
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FOR STEEL DOORS
FOR STEEL
AND WOOD
DOORS
ALL HINGES
FASTEN
FACE DOWN
ON WOOD
DOORS
FIGURE 3A
CLEVIS
PIN
COTTER PIN
HOOK
LIFT CABLE
LOCK-ON BOTTOM
ROLLER BRACKET
(INSIDE VIEW)
LIFT CABLE
TENSION ADJUSTER
SCREWS REQUIRED TO
LOCK-ON BOTTOM ROLLER
BRACKETS TO WOOD DOOR

FIGURE 4A FINGER SHIELD™ INSTALLATION (FOR STEEL DOORS)
(See Figures 3, 4A, 4B, 4C)
Finger Shields are furnished for all steel doors up to 9’ (2750) high,
except Vertical Lift and High Lift over 24“ (670).
1. Remove the shipping tape holding the finger shields on each
door section.
2. With both hands, carefully lay each finger shield face down
and centered in front of the finger shield clips, at the top of
each door section.
3. Lift up the top edge of the door section and place one length
of cardboard shipping angle under the door section face.
4. Start at one end of the door section and with both hands begin
snapping the finger shield under each finger shield clip.
5. Use a piece of cardboard for protection, lightly tapping each
finger shield with a hammer to center the finger shield on
each door section. The finger shield must be centered on the
door section before it is placed in the door opening.
NOTE: If for some reason a finger shield needs to be removed
from the finger shield clips, this can be done by pushing the finger
shield back at the same time it is being pulled away from the finger
shield clip. Pulling forward on the finger shield will cause it to grip
solid on the finger shield clip. Pulling too hard may cause damage.
FIGURE 4B FIGURE 4C
LOCK-ON BOTTOM
ROLLER BRACKET
ROLLER AND ROLLER SHIELD
#1 DOOR
SECTION
CENTER
STILE
END
STILE
SAW HORSES
FINGER SHIELD
(SNAPPED INTO FIRST
FINGER SHIELD CLIP.
FOR STEE )L DOORS
CARDBOARD
SHIPPING ANGLE
FINGER SHIELD CLIPS
(FOR STEEL DOORS)
LIFT HANDLE
#1 DOOR
SECTION
BOTTOM REINFORCING ANGLE
AND BOTTOM WEATHER SEAL
#1 ROLLER BRACKET,
HINGE, ROLLER, AND
ROLLER SHIELD
CARDBOARD
SHIPPING ANGLE
SAW HORSES
LOCK-ON BOTTOM ROLLER BRACKET
#1 DOOR SECTION
FINGER SHIELD
(FOR STEEL DOORS)
CARDBOARD
HAMMER
(CENTER FINGER SHIELD,
FOR STEEL )DOORS
CARDBOARD
SHIPPING ANGLE
SAW HORSE
LONG STEM ROLLERER
LONG STEM ROLLERER AND ROLLER SHIELD
NOTE: Some stee models do not include long-stem bottom rollers.l door
LOW PROFILE
HINGE
LIFT CABLE
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FINGER SHIELD
(SNAPPED INTO FIRST
FINGER SHIELD CLIP.
FOR STEEL )DOORS
FINGER SHIELD CLIPS
(FOR STEEL DOORS)
FINGER SHIELD CLIPS
(FOR STEEL )DOORS
FINGER SHIELD
CLIPS (FOR
STEEL )DOORS
ALL HINGES FASTEN
FACE DOWN ON
WOOD DOORS
SCREWS REQUIRED TO
LOCK-ON BOTTOM ROLLER
BRACKETS TO WOOD DOORS

FIGURE 5
SEE STEP 18 FOR TOP ROLLER BRACKET AND TOP STRUT INSTALLATION
STEP 6
PATENTED MARTIN STRUTS FOR STEEL DOORS
(WOOD DOORS ARE ITEM #3 ONLY. ALSO SEE “WOOD DOOR NOTES” ON PAGE 22)
One 2 ¼” (57) “L” Strut, for the top door section, is furnished for all residential steel
doors 12’3” (3734) to 16’2” (4930) wide. (See Figure 5A)
Four or Five 2 ¼” (57) “L” Struts are furnished for steel door sections, except
series II, on residential doors 16’3” (4953) to 18’2” (5540) wide. (See Figure 5)
Series II is furnished with one top strut. (See Figure 5A)
Note: Optional Strut Brackets can be used for top “L” strut adjustability. Fasten
the Strut Brackets to the “L” Strut with ¼” x ½” Short Neck Carriage Bolts and ¼”
Lock Nuts.Adjust as explained in step 7. (See Figure 8)
Four or Five 3 1/4“ (82) “U” Struts are furnished for the door sections on steel
residential doors 18’3” (5563) to 20’2” (6150) wide (See Figures 6, 6A). Wood
doors 12’3” (3734) to 18’2” (5540) wide include double roller brackets and hinges
with long stem rollers. (See “Wood Door Notes” on page 22)
Eight to ten 3 1/4“ (82) “U” Struts are furnished for the door sections on steel
residential doors 20’3” (6172) to 24’2” (7370) wide. This width door includes
double end stiles, double roller brackets with hinges, and long stem rollers.
(See Figures 6, 6A--Also see supplement D,E,F)
WL, RA, HT, CM, FL steel Martin Doors are designed for wind gust speed in
excess of 90 mph (145 km). (See Chart next page) See Supplement “G” for wind
speed upgrades which include additional “U” struts, stronger springs, etc.
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21/4”(57) “L” STRUT
LIFT HANDLE
ROLLER
WITH
ROLLER
SHIELD
TOP
ROLLER
BRACKET
LOCK-ON
BOTTOM
ROLLER
BRACKET
FIGURE 6
3”(76) “U” STRUT
LONG
STEM
ROLLER
WITH
ROLLER
TM
SHIELD
DOUBLE TOP ROLLER
BRACKETS WITH LONG
STEM ROLLER
#1 ROLLER BRACKET
LOCK-ON
BOTTOM
ROLLER
BRACKET
DOUBLE
END STILES
DOUBLE #1 ROLLER
BRACKETS WITH
LONG STEM ROLLER
TOP ROLLER
BRACKET TOP ROLLER
BRACKET
HIGH WIND DOORS MAY
ALSO HAVE “U”STRUTS
FASTENED TO CENTER
OF EACH SECTION
FIGURE 6AFIGURE 5A
SPECIFIED HIGH WIND(HURRICANE) DOORS MAY RECEIVE
MORE STRUTS WITH FASTENING INSTRUCTION SHEET
21/4”(57) “L” STRUT
21/4”(57) “L” STRUT
21/4”(57) “L” STRUT
3 1/4”(82) “U” STRUT
21/4”(57) “L” STRUT
(LONG STEMS MUST SLIDE EASY)
(LONG STEMS MUST SLIDE EASY)
3 1/4”(82) “U” STRUT
3 1/4”(82) “U” STRUTS
3 1/4”(82) “U” STRUT

16' 3" (4950) TO 18' 2" (5540) WIDE DOORS INCLUDE 2¼” (57) “L” STRUTS AS SHOWN.
18' 3" (5560) TO 20' 2" (6150) WIDE DOORS INCLUDE 3 1/4” (82) “U” STRUTS AS SHOWN.
NOTE: ONE 2¼“ (57) ”L” STRUT ONLY IS FURNISHED FOR ALL TOP DOOR SECTIONS OF
SERIES II SKINNED DOORS, 16' 3" (4950) TO 18' 2" (5540) WIDE.
(SEE FIGURES 5,5B,6,6B)
20' 3" (6170) TO 24' 2" (7370) WIDE DOORS INCLUDE TWO 3 1/4” (82) STRUTS FOR EACH DOOR SECTION AS SHOWN BELOW.
(SEE FIGURE 6) STRUTS MUST BE FASTENED OVER EACH ROLLER BRACKET
WITH 3 THREAD FORMING SCREWS AND THEN BOLTED TOGETHER
IN HOLES PROVIDED.
8 STRUTS
4 SECTIONS 5 SECTIONS 6 SECTIONS 7 SECTIONS 8 SECTIONS 9 SECTIONS
10 STRUTS
12 STRUTS
14 STRUTS
16 STRUTS
12' 3" (3730) TO 16' 2" (4930) WIDE DOORS INCLUDE 2-1/4” (57) “L” STRUTS AS SHOWN.
NOTE: ONE 2¼“ (57) STRUT ONLY IS FURNISHED FOR ALL TOP DOOR SECTIONS OF A
SERIES II SKINNED DOOR, 12’ 3“ (3730) TO 16’ 2” (4930) WIDE.
(SEE FIGURE 5B)
18 STRUTS
7
COMMERCIAL DOOR STRUT PLACEMENT (STEEL DOORS)
(SEE “WOOD DOOR NOTES” ON PAGE 22)
FIGURE 7
STEP 7
Martin optional adjustable “L” strut brackets help to
keep selected steel top door sections straight or to bow
it to fit against a header that is bowed in or out. Simply
loosen the nuts and bolts and adjust the strut on the
strut brackets. (See Figure 8)
“L”
FIGURE 8
D
ED ITOP
OOR SECTION BOW
N
TOP DOOR SECTION BOWED OUT
OPTIONAL STRUT BRACKET “L” STRUT
“L” STRUT
STEP 8
REVERSE ANGLE SHIELDS (RA Shields)
or REVERSE BRACKET SHIELDS (RB Shields)
For safety, strength and appearance all doors are furnished
with RA or RB Shields. They fasten solid to most flush
surfaces including wood, concrete, brick, block, (not
RB Shields), drywall, tile, stone, steel, etc. Each fastener
adds strength to all fasteners in the assembly.
BENEFITS:
•Fastens to most surfaces---see above.
•Shields children’s arms, hands, and fingers from
moving door, track brackets and lift cables.
•Shields wind, rain, snow from entering the garage.
•Provides steel surface for door to close against. (no
swelling or shrinking) (Except RB Shields)
•Allows door to be made 2“ (51) wider than normal.
•Vertical tracks are fastened an extra 1“ (25) beyond
the edge of the door opening than normal.
•Door molding (stops) not required. This provides 2“
(51) more door opening width than normal.
•Wood jambs and header are not required. This
provides 2“ (51) more garage depth.
•Reverse Angle Shields (RA Shields) provide double
Strength to the safety track assembly.
plaster,
(PATENTED)
EXAGGERATED ILLUSTRATION OF MARTIN ADJUSTABLE TOP STRUT
OPTIONAL STRUT BRACKET
1 STRUT
4 SECTIONS 5 SECTIONS 6 SECTIONS 7 SECTIONS 8 SECTIONS 9 SECTIONS
3 STRUTS
4 STRUTS
5 STRUTS
6 STRUTS
7 STRUTS
WIND GUST SPEED REFERENCE CHART
PSF
MPH
KM
15.5
100
161
18.5
110
177
22
120
193
26
130
209
30
140
225
34.5
150
241
39
160
257
12.5
90
145
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4 STRUTS
4 SECTIONS 5 SECTIONS 6 SECTIONS 7 SECTIONS 8 SECTIONS 9 SECTIONS
5 STRUTS
6 STRUTS
7 STRUTS
8 STRUTS
9 STRUTS
HURRICANE WIND LOAD TYPE DOORS MAY REQUIRE ONE EXTRA STRUT AT BOTTOM OF DOOR DIRECTLY ABOVE THE BOTTOM
BRACKET. PILOT HOLES TO BE DRILLED AT JOB SITE. IF DOOR HAS UNACCEPTABLE SAG PLACE SHIMS UNDER “U” STRUTS.

8
***STEP 8 CONTINUED***
The following measurements are important to verify:
Lengths are the same on RA or RB Shields, up to the flag splice hole.
I
for metal doors and 4” (102) increments in wood
doors.
•Steel orAlum. Jambs: Drill 5/16” (8) hole. Fasten with 3/8” x 1” self tapping screws.
•Block type Jambs (Hollow, etc.): Buy the correct fasteners from a local supplier.
Drill 3/8“ (10) holes for 2” (51) plastic
anchors.
f the door is less than standard height, be sure to check all
measurements. If measurements are not correct, cut off the bottom of
the vertical tracks and the RA or RB Shields the amount the door
furnished is less than the standard door height. Door height reductions
are in 3“ (76) increments
Standard Bottom Weather Seal on door should fit floors 1“ (25) out of
level. Optional 2 ½” (64) Bottom Weather Seal is available from the
factory for floors up to 2 ½” (64) out of level.
FASTEN RA or RB SHIELDS TO THE JAMBS
Make sure the marks made on the left and right jambs during step 1 are
visible. The marks were made about 1¾“ (45) more than each door
section side width. These new marks are the outside of the RA or RB
Shields which total 3½” (89) more than door width. (See Figure 9)
Set the RA or RB Shields on the same cardboard strips, placed on the
floor, behind the jambs, to level the door section in STEP 1.
Use “C” clamps or nails to hold the RA or RB Shields in place until they
are fastened in a plumb position, in line with the marks. (See Figure 9)
Note: “C” clamps are easy to use on any type jamb.
Drill holes for fasteners at each bracket location. Make sure the fastener
holes are the same measurement up from the level cardboard strips
placed to level the door section in STEP 1. (See Figure 9)
•Wood Jambs: Drill 1/8” (3) holes then fasten with 5/16” x 2” lag screws.
•Steel Jambs: Drill 1/4” (6) hole. Fasten with 5/16” x 3/4” self tapping screws - or weld.
•Concrete, Brick or Stone type Jambs:
Push anchors in holes and fasten
with 5/16“x2” lag screws.
Measure the width from RA or RB Shield to RA or RB Shield at the top
and at the bottom. Verify that each measurement is about 3½“ (89)
wider than the door width. Check to make sure all fasteners in RA or RB
Shields are tight and strong. (See Figure 9)
Fasten the left vertical track to the left splice plate or splice bracket with
¼“ x ½” short neck carriage bolts and lock nuts. Finger tighten only until
STEP 15. (See Figure 10)
*
A
B
C
D
E
F
FIGURE 9
LEVEL
EV L
LE
HEADER
CI I G
ELN
LEFT
JAMB
(8 O E T DOO D3-1/2“
9)
M R
HAN R WI TH
( T IDE D TO OU SI E EDGE)OU S E GE T D
FLAG
SPLICE
PLATE OR
SPLICE
BRACKET
TRACK
BRACKETS
SPLICE HOLE
76“ (1930)
7’ (2130)
HIGH DOOR
RA SHIELD
LEFT
REVERSE
ANGLE OR
REVERSE
BRACKET
SHIELD
(RA OR RB
SHIELD)
FIGURE 10
SPLICE
PLATE OR
SPLICE
BRACKET
FLAG
REVERSE
ANGLE OR
REVERSE
BRACKET
SHIELD
(RA OR RB
SHIELD)
TRACK
BRACKETS
58“ UP
38“ UP
10“ UP
LEFT
VERTICAL
TRACK
1/4“X1/2
SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLTS
1/4“
LOCK
NUTS
1/4“
LOCK
NUT 1/4“X1/2”
SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE
BOLT
5/16“X2”
LAG SCREW
CARDBOARD STRIPS
(SEE FIGURE 1 AND STEP 1)
5/16“x2”
LAG SCREW
DOOR
OPENING
NOTE: ADDITIONAL TRACK
BRACKETS CAN BE ADDED
FOR HIGH WIND LOADS
MARK
(SEE FIG.1
& STEP1)
PLUMB
(2130)
(2440)
(2740)
(3050)
(3660)
(4270)
(4880)
(5490)
STANDARD VERTICAL
TRACK LENGTHS
STANDARD DOOR
HEIGHTS
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
*
76“
88“
100“
112“
136“
160“
184“
208“
(1930)
(2240)
(2540)
(2850)
(3450)
(4060)
(4670)
(5280)
7'
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
16'
18'
=
NOTE: Some models
provide Reverse Bracket
Shields (RB SHIELD) and
Splice Bracket (no Flag)
See Page 17 for
installation modifications.
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***STEP 8 CONTINUED***
Set the assembled #1 door section on the strips of cardboard, placed on the floor in
STEP 1. The two rollers on the left side of the #1 door section fit into the left vertical
track first, before setting the #1 door section on the cardboard strips. Center
between the RAShields. (See Figure 11)
Fit the right vertical track over the two rollers on the right side and fasten with ¼“ x ½”
short neck carriage bolts and lock nuts. Finger tighten only until STEP 15.
(See Figure 11)
STEP 9
Fasten the T-Lock handle of the optional safety spring latch lock system if provided
to the #2 door section, following the instructions in the lock package.
STEP 10
Fasten the bottom half of the center hinges only to the top of the #2 door section.
Install the Finger Shield to the top of the #2 door section following the
instructions on page 5. Do not fasten the #2 roller brackets--fasten in STEP 12.
STEP 11
Set the #2 door section on top of the #1 door section, at an angle first. (See Figure
12A) Hold the #2 door section in place with locking pliers clamped to the rolled edge
of each vertical track. (See Figures 12B)
Fasten the top half of the #1 door section hinges to the bottom of the #2 door section.
Hold sections close together while fastening to keep the section gap to a minimum.
(See Figure 12B)
STEP 12
Fasten the #2 roller brackets with hinges to each top corner of the #2 door section.
Fit the rollers in the vertical tracks before fastening. Roller brackets #1, #2, #3, etc.,
cause the vertical track to incline. This allows the door to lift away from the jambs as it
opens. (See Figure 12B,12D)
STEP 13
Set the #3 door section on top of the #2 door section following STEPS 10, 11, 12,
and page 6. The #3 door section has the home owners packet fastened to the lower
left corner. (See Figure 12C) Screws are provided to fasten packet to wood doors.
STEP 14
Decide optional window placement.Adesigner window is normally a top section.
STEP 15
Set the remaining door sections in place following STEPS 10, 11, and 12. Refer to
pages 2 and 5 for doors to 9’ (2750) high with finger shield. Hold each door section in
place with locking pliers as explained in STEP 11. (See Figure 12C)
Push the vertical tracks forward until the door sections lightly touch the RA Shields
then tighten all bolts and nuts. The top of the vertical tracks should be no more than
9 (229) down from the top of the door. Each side should measure the same.
STEP 16
If extra clearance is available above the door, it may be desirable to fasten an
optional vertical track extension kit to the top of the vertical tracks. The door will lift
higher when open. Extensions available are 3”(76) and 6”(152). The springs, lift
cables and drums are made to provide up to 6” (152) of extra vertical track without
additional modifications. (See Figure 13C) (Not designed for MO, SP, SL doors.)
metal
Hinges are fastened face down on wood doors.
Extra heavy doors and wood doors all #5, #6, #7, #8 roller brackets should be
fastened with 4 thread forming screws. The extra two holes are provided in the stiles,
under the steel door skin. (See Figure 12E)Also see “Wood Door Notes” on page 22.
Note: Thread forming screws can penetrate steel skin without drilling.
”
#1 DOOR
SECTION
LEFT
VERTICAL
TRACK
LEFT
JAMB
RIGHT
VERTICAL
TRACK
CEILING
FLAG
SPLICE
PLATE OR
SPLICE
BRACKET
LEFT
RA OR RB
SHIELD
RIGHT
RA OR RB
SHIELD
A R
HEDE
WALL
CARDBOARD STRIPS
SEE FIGURE 1 AND STEP 1
FLOOR
ROLLER AND
ROLLER SHIELD
FINGER SHIELD
(FOR STEEL DOORS)
FINGER
SHIELD CLIP
(FOR STEEL
DOORS)
LIFT CABLE
LIFT
CABLE
LOCK-ON BOTTOM
ROLLER BRACKET
LOW
PROFILE
HINGE
FASTEN WITH
TWO ¼“ X ½” SHORT
NECK CARRIAGE
BOLTS AND LOCK
NUTS
FASTEN WITH
¼“ X ½” SHORT
NECK CARRIAGE
BOLT AND LOCK
NUT
9
FIGURE 11
ROLLER AND
ROLLER SHIELD
DOOR
OPENING
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ALL HINGES
FASTEN FACE
DOWN ON
WOOD DOORS

FIGURE 12A FIGURE 12C
FIGURE 12B
FIGURE 12E
2
5
FIGURE 12D
#5 ROLLER
BRACKET
HINGE
ROLLER
ROLLER
SHIELD
ROLLER
SHAFT
#2 ROLLER
BRACKET
HINGE
FINGER SHIELD
IINCE L G
HE DER
A
DOOR
OPENING
LEFT
JAMB
LEFT
RA OR RB
SHIELD
FINGER
SHIELD
CLIP FINGER SHIELD
RIGHT
VERTICAL
TRACK
#2 DOOR
SECTION
LIFT
CABLE
LIFT
CABLE
LEFT
VERTICAL
TRACK
#2 ROLLER
BRACKET
AND HINGE
LOW PROFILE
HINGE
LOCKING
PLIERS
¼“X1”
THREAD
FORMING
SCREWS
CARDBOARD STRIPS
ABOUT
8 ½“ (216)
ABOUT
8 ½“ (216)
LOCKING
PLIERS
#3 DOOR
SECTION
#4 DOOR
SECTION
#2 ROLLER
BRACKET AND HINGE
LIFT HANDLE
ROLLER AND
ROLLER SHIELDS
#2 DOOR
SECTION
#1 DOOR
SECTION #1 ROLLER
BRACKET AND HINGE
LIFT
HANDLE
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL PACKET
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
#3 ROLLER
BRACKET AND HINGE
76“ (1930) 7’ HIGH DOOR
TO TOP OF
VERTICAL TRACK
FOUR ¼“X1” THREAD FORMING SCREWS
IN ROLLER BRACKETS #5 AND HIGHER
--SEE STEP 15--
SEE STEP 8, PAGE 10,
FOR HIGHER DOORS
#4, #5, #6, #7, #8
ROLLER BRACKETS
FOR HIGHER DOORS
SPLICE
PLATE OR
SPLICE
BRACKET
LEFT FLAG
RIGHT
RA OR RB
SHIELD
RIGHT FLAG
SPLICE
PLATE OR
SPLICE
BRACKET
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10
ALL HINGES
ARE FASTENED
FACE DOWN ON
WOOD DOORS

11
HORIZONTAL
TRACK
3/8“ X1”
SHORT
NECK
SAFETY
BOLT
AND 3/8“
LOCK
NUT
FIGURE 13
AB
ABOUT
8 1/2“ (216)
ABOUT
8 1/2“ (216)
A
B
FIGURE 13C
FIGURE 13B
LEVEL
HORIZONTAL TRACKS
HORIZONTAL TRACK ANGLES
FLAG
ABOUT
8 ½“ (216)
SPLICE
PLATE OR
SPLICE
BRACKET
TOP DOOR
SECTION
LOCKING
PLIERS
VERTICAL
TRACK
RA OR RB
SHIELD
PUNCHED ANGLE
(OPTIONAL)
3/8“ X 1” SHORT
NECK CARRIAGE BOLTS
AND LOCK NUTS
FIGURE 13A
(ALSO SEE STEP 16)
¼“ LOCK
NUTS
FLAG
RA OR RB
SHIELD
STEP 17
The top of the vertical tracks should be about 8-1/2“ (216) down
from the top of the closed door. (See Figures 13,13A)
If working alone, use a ladder or use a rope tied to a rafter to hold
up the back of the horizontal track.
Fasten the curved front end of the left and right horizontal tracks to
the splice plates or splice brackets with 1/4" X 1/2" short neck
carriage bolts and 1/4" lock nuts. (See Figures 13, and 13A) See
Figure 13AA for splice plate extension for doors over 12’ (3660)
high.
Fasten the front of the horizontal track angle to the top of the flag or
reverse bracket shields with a 3/8" X 1" short neck carriage bolt
and a 3/8" lock nut. (See Figures 14A,14B)
Level the horizontal tracks and set them parallel and square back
from the door. Fasten the horizontal tracks at the back, using
optional punched angle track hangers with 3/8" X 1" short neck
carriage bolts and 3/8" lock nuts. One of the bolts must go through
the back of each horizontal track as a safety bolt to prevent the top
roller from rolling out the back of the horizontal track.
(See Figures 13,13B)
Fasten optional punched angle to the ceiling with 5/16" X 2” lag
screws. Do not fasten a punched angle brace until STEP 27.
Make sure the curved front ends of the horizontal tracks and the
vertical tracks line up. Tighten the remaining bolts and nuts.
Doors over 14' (5270) high or any horizontal track that deflects
more than 1/2" (13) in 10' (3050) should also be center hung with
punched angle.
Note: Martin 2" (51) horizontal tracks, for 7' (2130) to 14' (4270)
high doors, are made with slotted holes. The horizontal track
angles are fastened to the horizontal tracks slotted holes with 1/4"
X 1/2" short neck carriage bolts and 1/4" lock nuts. If needed, to
remove stress, loosen the bolts and nuts and move the horizontal
tracks or horizontal track angles, then re-tighten the bolts and nuts.
This procedure can also be used to slightly raise or lower the back
of the horizontal tracks to miss an obstruction or provide a more
perfect balance to the door in the open position. Raising the back
of the horizontal tracks will help to reduce the open door spring
tension. Lowering the back of the horizontal tracks will help to
increase the open door spring tension. The above procedure of
raising or lowering the back of the horizontal tracks, to improve the
open door balance, is sometimes used by professional installers,
only after completing STEP 26.
FIGURE 13AA
¼“ LOCK
NUTS
¼“ X ½” SHORT
NECK CARRIAGE
BOLTS
FLAG
SPLICE PLATE EXTENSION FOR ALL DOORS
OVER 12’ (3660) HIGH AND HI-LIFT DOORS
WITH T-LOCK HANDLE
OPTIONAL 3“ (76) VERTICAL TRACK EXTENSION KIT
OPTIONAL 6“ (152) VERTICAL TRACK EXTENSION KIT
-Can be cut to 3” (76)
EXCEPT MO, SP, OR SL DOORS.
EXTENSIONS OK TO USE WITH REGULAR FURNISHED HARDWARE
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¼“ X ½” SHORT
NECK CARRIAGE
BOLTS
ABOUT
8 ½“ (216)
SPLICE PLATE OR
SPLICE BRACKET

12
STEP 18
MARTIN TOP ROLLER BRACKETS
Loosen the bolts and nuts on the top roller brackets. Slide the
roller shaft into the roller tube of each roller bracket. Insert the
roller into the curve of the horizontal track. The roller tube is on the
bottom side of the top roller bracket. (See Figures 14A,14B)
If the top door section has a strut, place the strut on or under the
top roller bracket. (See Figures 14A,14B) Fasten each top roller
bracket to the stile. For added strength on heavy doors, fasten
each top roller bracket to the stile with extra 1/4" X 1” thread
forming screws. Adjust the top roller bracket so that the top door
section lightly touches the header. Tighten the bolts and nuts.
(See Figures 14A,14B)
Note: If steel door includes a Martin Side Mount Opener, install
opener door bracket now. See Opener Instruction Manual.
LOCK-ON SIDE BEARING BRACKETS
Rotate and fasten the left and right lock-on side bearing brackets
to the horizontal track angle. (See Figure 14A,14B) The center
line measurement in Figure 14B should match the center line
measurement in Figure 17B. (Fasten vertical and solid to jambs.)
STEP 19
PULL DOWN ROPE & OPTIONAL LIFT HANDLES
About 12“ (305) above the center of the door, fasten the rope strap
to the side of the reverse angle. Fasten the end of the pull down
rope to the rope strap. (See Figure 14C) Fasten the other end of
the pull down rope to the bottom roller bracket. (See Figure 14D)
WARNING! To help protect children, do not fasten pull down rope
to an electrically operated door.
1/4“ X 1” THREAD
FORMING SCREWS
FIGURE 14B
HORIZONTAL
TRACK ANGLE 5/16“X2”
LAG SCREW
3/8“X1”
SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE
BOLT
3/8“ LOCK
NUT
TOP ROLLER BRACKET
RIGHT LOCK-ON
SIDE BEARING BRACKET
FIGURE 14C FIGURE 14D
#2 DOOR
SECTION
1/4"X1” THREAD
FORMING SCREW
1/4"X1” THREAD
FORMING SCREW
1/4"X1/2" SHORT
NECK CARRIAGE
BOLT AND 1/4"
LOCK NUT
PULL DOWN
ROPE
BOTTOM ROLLER
WITH ROLLER SHIELD
PULL DOWN ROPE
LIFT HANDLE
ROPE STRAP
LIFT HANDLE BOTTOM
ROLLER
BRACKET
CENTER
LINE
NOTE: For commercial narrow steel jamb
installation, fasten a 4” (102) length of
punched angle to the front of each Lock-On
Side Bearing Bracket. Fasten the punched
angles to the side of each steel jamb.
3/8“ LOCK NUT
Optional insulated
doors are furnished
with 2 inside lift
handles.
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FIGURE 14A
1/4“ X 1/2” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLTS AND
1/4“LOCK NUTS
END STILE
SPLICE
PLATE OR
SPLICE
BRACEKT
TOP ROLLER
BRACKET
ROLLER SHAFT
IN ROLLER TUBE
TOP DOOR
SECTION
VERTICAL TRACK
TOP ROLLER WITH
ROLLER SHIELD
HORIZONTAL
TRACK CURVE
3/8“ LOCK
NUTS
1/4“X 1” THREAD
FORMING SCREW
(THREE)
5/16“X2”
LAG SCREWS
3/8“X1” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLTS
“L” STRUT
LEFT LOCK-ON SIDE BEARING BRACKET
NOTE:
MAKE SURE LOCK-ON SIDE
BEARING BRACKETS ARE
FASTENED VERTICAL (PLUMB)
AND SOLID TO JAMBS
WIDE WOOD DOORS
HAVE 3”(76)“U” STRUTS

FIGURE 15 ONE TORSION-SPRING ASSEMBLY
TURNS ON TORSION SPRINGS TO BALANCE DOOR
WITH *STANDARD CLEARANCE OR LESS
DOOR
HEIGHT
4“ (102)
CABLE DRUM
5 1/4“ (133)
CABLE DRUM
8“ (203)
CABLE DRUM
7’ (2130)
8’ (2440)
9’ (2740)
10’ (3050)
11’ (3350)
12’ (3660)
13’ (3960)
14’ (4270)
15’ (4570)
16’ (4880)
17’ (5180)
18’ (5490)
19’ (5790)
20’ (6100)
8-9
9-10
10-11
11-12
12-13
13-14
6-8
7-9
8-10
8-10
9-11
10-12
11-13
11-13
12-14
13-15
9-11
13-15
10-12
*SEE SUPPLEMENTS D AND E FOR HIGH-LIFT OR VERTICAL-LIFT
STEP 20
TORSION SPRING ASSEMBLY
Observe the red and black color codes on the spring winding
cones and cable drums and assemble correctly. All references to
right or left are viewed from inside looking out through the door
opening. ATTENTION: If the torsion spring(s) are reversed
and fastened on the wrong side, they will back-wind. The door
will only open part way and stop.
Put the torsion spring assembly together on the floor for one or two
torsion springs as provided. Do not fasten torsion tubes together in
coupler until installed above the door. (See Figure 17D) Fasten
the spring anchor cones to the side spring anchor brackets. (See
Figures 15,16) Extra heavy doors may have four springs
provided.(See Supplement F)
For easy side spring anchor bracket assembly to the lock-on side
bearing brackets at the end of STEP 23, two 3/8“ x 1” short neck
carriage bolts are fastened to each side spring anchor bracket with
3/8” lock nuts. The 3/8“ lock nuts also act as necessary spacers for
the wider 4" cable drums used on doors higher than 8' (2440).
(See Figures 18A,18B)
NOTE: Single and double wide doors may have one or two springs
as provided. A single torsion spring, on a one torsion spring
assembly, may have a red or black spring winding cone. If red,
the torsion spring is right wound and will be assembled on the right
side. If black the torsion spring is left wound and will be assembled
on the left side.
The red cable drum is assembled on the left side. The black cable
drum is assembled on the right side. The torsion tube furnished is
at least 4“ (102) longer than the length between the side bearing
brackets. (See Figures 15,15A,16)
DOORS WITH ONE PIECE TORSION TUBE
Lift the torsion spring assembly up and slide the torsion tube into
each lock-on side bearing bracket. Flex torsion tube as needed.
(See Figure 15, 17A,17C)
FIGURE 15A
LEFT RIGHT
LEFT WOUND
SPRING
RIGHT WOUND
SPRING
ONE PIECE TORSION TUBE FOR
DOORS UP TO 10’2“ (3100) WIDE
FIGURE 16 ONE/TWO TORSION-SPRING ASSEMBLY TW PIECE TORSION
TUBE, WITH COUPLER,
FOR DOORS OVER 10’2“
(3100) WIDE
O
CENTER BEARING BRACKET
(Wide doors furnished with two)
RIGHT HALF
TORSION TUBE TORSION SPRINGS
3/8“ X 1” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLT
3/8“ LOCK NUT
TORSION SPRINGS
3/8“ LOCK NUT
3/8“ X 1” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLT
TORSION TUBE
SIDE SPRING ANCHOR BRACKET
SPRING ANCHOR CONE
SIDE SPRING ANCHOR BRACKET
SPRING ANCHOR CONE
BLACK
SPRING
WINDING
CONE
RED
SPRING
WINDING
CONE
SIDE SPRING
ANCHOR BRACKET
3/8“ X 1” SHORT
NECK CARRIAGE BOLT
COUPLER
3/8“ X 1” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLT AND 3/8“ LOCK-NUT
SIDE SPRING
ANCHOR BRACKET
LEFT HALF TORSION TUBE
Do not fasten torsion tubes together in the coupler
until installed above the door (See Figure 17D)
W
ARIG
N
N
ANWRI
N
G
WRNG
ANI
WARNING
NG
WAR IN
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARN G
IN
WARNING
WARN G
IN
CENTER
BEARING
BRACKET
CENTER
BEARING
BRACKET
ATTENTION! Springs can be damaged by
dropping on or throwing against sharp objects.
This may result in reduced spring life.
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RED RED
SPRING WINDING CONE
CABLE DRUM
BLACK
CABLE DRUM
BLACK
SPRING WINDING CONE
BLACK
SPRING WINDING CONE
RED
CABLE DRUM
RED
SPRING WINDING CONE
BLACK
CABLE DRUM

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LEFT LOCK-ON SIDE
BEARING BRACKET
LIFT CABLE
SIDE
SPRING
ANCHOR
BRACKET
LEFT
WOUND
SPRING
RED
CABLE
DRUM
SLOT
LIFT CABLE
LOCKING PLIERS
LEFT HALF
TORSION
TUBE
SET SCREWS
SIDE SPRING
ANCHOR BRACKET
RIGHT LOCK-ON
SIDE BEARING BRACKET
RIGHT
WOUND
SPRING
RIGHT HALF
TORSION TUBE
BLACK CABLE
DRUM
CENTER
LINE
CENTER BEARING BRACKET
Observe lock-on side bearing brackets center line. Mark same location
and drill holes for center bearing bracket. If its on the same surface as
the lock-on side bearing brackets, it will fasten directly to the header.
(See Figure 17B). For odd surfaces add punched angle. Keep the
torsion tube straight! (See Alternate 17B) Wide doors are furnished
with two center bearing brackets.
Lift the left half of the torsion spring assembly up and slide the torsion
tube into the left lock-on side bearing bracket. (See Figure 17A) Fasten
the center bearing bracket. (See Figure 17B)
Lift the right half of the torsion spring assembly up and slide the torsion
tube into the right lock-on side bearing bracket. (See Figure 17C) Slide
the right torsion tube into the torsion tube coupler and fasten. (See
Figure 17D)
STEP 21
Heavy Commercial size doors are furnished with 2 extra springs,
which must be fastened to two extra center spring brackets. (See
Supplement F)
STEP 22
Starting at the left side, draw the lift cable up behind the roller shafts
between the vertical track and the left side of the door. Slip the lift cable
through the slot in the left side of the cable drum. Pull on the lift cable
until the lift cable button stops and is tight against the red cable drum
slot. Wind the remaining lift cable onto the red cable drum by hand,
carefully following the groove. Push the red cable drum against the left
lock-on side bearing bracket and tighten the two 3/8“ set screws until
you feel pressure on your wrench then tighten ½ to 1 turn. The set
screws dimple slightly into the torsion tube. Rotate the red cable drum
and torsion tube until the lift cable is taut. Clamp locking pliers to the
torsion tube and brace them against the header to keep the lift cable
taut and from unwinding. (See Figure 17A) Hex socket set screws and
grey stealth plugs are furnished with 4” (102) cable drums only.
STEP 23
Repeat the procedure in STEP 22 for attaching the lift cable, on the
right side, to the black cable drum. Do not remove the locking pliers!
The lift cable must be set equally taut. If black cable drum is fastened
first, the lift cables may not be equally taut. (See Figure 17C)
After fastening cable drums, fasten the side spring anchor
brackets to the lock-on side bearing brackets. (See Figure
18A,18B)
STEP 24
Fasten the optional commercial door side latch, if provided, to the
inside of the #3 door section, as shown on page 16.
ALTERNATE 17B
FIGURE 17B
FIGURE 17A
FIGURE 17C
CENTER BEARING
BRACKET
TORSION TUBE
COUPLER
5/16“ X 2”
LAG SCREWS
PUNCHED
ANGLE
UP TO CEILING
3/8“ X 1” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLTS AND
3/8“ LOCK NUTS
PUNCHED ANGLE
FORWARD TO HEADER
CENTER BEARING INSTALLATION TO
CEILING OR ODD HEADER LOCATION.
--KEEP TORSION TUBE STRAIGHT--
LEFT HALF
TORSION TUBE CENTER LINE
OPTIONAL
FIGURE 17D 3/8“ LOCK NUT
5/16“ X 2”
LAG SCREW
RIGHT HALF
TORSION TUBE
3/8“ X 1-1/2” HEX
HEAD BOLT
TORSION TUBE
COUPLER
CENTER BEARING
BRACKET
FOR HEX SOCKET
SET SCREWS USE
3/16” HEX KEY (ALLEN WRENCH)
4” (102) CABLE DRUMS ONLY
CENTER
LINE
CENTER
LINE
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RED
CABLE
DRUM
STEP 25
WARNING! TORSION SPRINGS CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF
WINDING CONES. IF NOT SURE, STOP NOW!
CALL A TRAINED MARTIN DOOR DEALER.
Check to make sure the lock is engaged, or that the door is
clamped down so it will not open. If using 4" (102) cable
drums, wind the torsion springs about 8 ¼ turns for 7' (2130)
high doors or 9 ¼ turns for 8' (2440) high doors. The
horizontal paint stripe on each torsion spring will rotate and
match each turn. Use only 1/2" (12.7) dia. high carbon steel
bars or tubes that closely fit the spring winding cone holes.
Insert the bars or tubes completely to the bottom of the
holes. (DO NOT use screw driver, etc.) Wind each torsion
spring in an upward direction 1/4 of a turn at a time. When
fully wound, tighten down the two 3/8" set screws 1/2” to 1
turn into the torsion tube. Caution: The set screws should
dimple slightly but not puncture the torsion tube. (See
Figure 19A, 19B, 19C).
To reduce the friction on the rotating spring coils, oil the
spring coils during “Final Check List”.
STEP 26
Remove the locking pliers on the torsion tube. Release the
lock or remove the clamp holding the door in place. Slowly
raise the door part way to check for balance. Be sure the
door is rolling free and not binding or rubbing. If the door is
heavy to lift, increase the torsion spring tension. If the door
goes up too fast, decrease the torsion spring tension. It is
better for the door to open a little fast than be too heavy. If
additional torsion spring adjustment is made, follow the
procedures and cautions outlined in STEP 25. Add or delete
1/4 turn at a time, alternating torsion springs. Recheck the
balance. Repeat this procedure until the door rolls smoothly
with a satisfactory balance. Be sure to clamp locking pliers
on the torsion tube and clamp or lock the door in the closed
position before each adjustment. Also read "NOTE" in
STEP 17.
After the final spring adjustment, push the GREY STEALTH
PLUGS in the HEX SOCKET SET SCREWS or the RED
SAFETY CAPS over the SQUARE HEAD SET SCREWS.
Note: Grey stealth plugs are only in 2”(51) winding cones
and 4” (102) cable drums.(See Figures 19B and 19C)
FIGURE 18A
!!
FIGURE 18B
3/8“ LOCK NUT
3/8“ X 1” SHORT
NECK CARRIAGE BOLT
LOCKING PLIERS
SIDE SPRING
ANCHOR BRACKET
LEFT LOCK-ON
SIDE BEARING
BRACKET
LIFT CABLE
3/8“ LOCK
NUT
3/8“ X 1” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLT
RIGHT LOCK-ON
SIDE BEARING
BRACKET
SIDE SPRING ANCHOR BRACKET
SET
SCREWS
SIDE SPRING ANCHOR BRACKET
LOCKING PLIERS
BLACK SPRING
WINDING CONE
TORSION TUBE
FIGURE 19A
1/2” DIAMETER
HIGH CARBON
STEEL TUBES
OR BARS
W NIAR NG
WARNING
WARNING
DANGER! DRILLING HOLES IN THE SIDE
SPRING ANCHOR BRACKET, FOR EXTRA
FASTENING, MAY CAUSE FAILURE.
BRACKET FLEXING IS NORMAL.
HEX SOCKET OR SQUARE
HEAD SET SCREWS
RNING
WA
WARN NG
I
WARNING
N
WARNI G
WARNING
WARN NG
I
FIGURE 19C
FIGURE 19B
RED SAFETY CAP
GREY
STEALTH PLUG
GREY PLUGSTEALTH
HEX SOCKET
SET SCREW
FOR SQUARE
HEAD SET
SCREW USE
END WRENCH
ONLY
3/16” HEX KEY
(ALLEN WRENCH)
RED
SAFETY CAP
TEMPORARILY REMOVE STRUT IF MORE
SPACE IS NEEDED TO WIND SPRINGS
2” (51)
WINDING
CONES
ONLY
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***STEP 26 CONTINUED***
The Lift Cable TensionAdjuster shown in Figure 3A allows for the door, the door opening and
the tracks to be a small amount out of plumb, level and square. However, if they are out too
much, one of the lift cables may fall off the cable drum as the bottom of the door opens to the
curve. If this happens, first check to make sure the horizontal tracks are parallel and square
with the door. The cable drums must be securely fastened to the torsion tube. WARNING! If
the problem is caused by loose cable drum set screws, which allowed cable drum slippage,
the torsion springs must have their tension released before a satisfactory cable drum
adjustment can be made. Start over again at STEP 22. Also check the door, the door
opening and the tracks for plumb, level, and square.
WARNING! EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE EXERCISED WHILE
ADJUSTING THE TORSION SPRINGS!
STEP 27
With the door fully open and working free, make final adjustments to the horizontal tracks.
Leave about 1/2" (13) space between the side of the door and the horizontal track, then
fasten the punched angle brace with 3/8 X 1” short neck carriage bolts and 3/8" lock nuts.
The punched angle track hanger should be vertical.
(See Figure 20)
WARNING! Be sure the door is in the down position if the punched angle
Track hanger needs to be unfastened and moved to another position.
STEP 28
Note: Doors over 14’ (5270) high and any extra heavy door that causes the horizontal
tracks to deflect more than 1/2“ (13) in 10’(3050) should also be center hung and
braced with punched angle to support the weight.
FIGURE 20
ITEMS BELOW WILL FASTEN TO RIGHT OR LEFT SIDE OF DOOR
OPTIONAL COMMERCIAL DOOR
SIDE LATCH OPTIONAL SLIDE BOLT
LOCK & LIFT HANDLE
3/8“ X 1” SHORT NECK CARRIAGE BOLTS AND 3/8” LOCK NUTS
PUNCHED ANGLE
TRACK HANGER
(OPTIONAL)
1/2“ (13) SPACE
3/8“ X 1” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE SAFETY
BOLT AND 3/8“ LOCK
NUT
TOP ROLLER BRACKET
HORIZONTAL TRACK
TOP DOOR SECTION
CEILING
PUNCHED ANGLE BRACE
(OPTIONAL)
SLIDE BOLT
LOCK
#2 DOOR SECTION
1/4“ X 1/2” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLT WITH
1/4“ LOCK NUT
DRILL
HOLE
IN
JAMB
LIFT HANDLE
#1 DOOR SECTION
JAMB
ROLLER SHIELD
!
!
Relax . .
enjoy your new
Martin Door.
Tell your friends
#3 DOOR
SECTION
SIDE LATCH
END STILE
LATCH BAR
HOLE FOR
PADLOCK
HOLE SLOT
DESIGNED
FOR TRACK
BRACKET
VERTICAL
TRACK
1/4” X 1” SELF
DRILLING OR
THREAD FORMING
SCREWS
NOTE:
PLACE 1/4” (8)
WASHERS UNDER
SIDE LATCH, IF
NEEDED, TO FIT
LATCH BAR INTO
HOLE SLOT
NOTE:
MOVE TRACK
BRACKET UP
OR DOWN, IF
NECESSARY,
TO NEXT HOLE
SLOT
TM
Finger Shield
The door should only lightly touch the jambs or reverse angle shields.
All fasteners must be tight.
The grey stealth plugs or red safety caps should be installed on sping cones & drums.
Oil or wax all moving part areas as explained on the front page under "MAINTENANCE”.
A finished installation should include a clean garage door and garage floor.
1.
2.
4.
3.
5.
FINAL CHECK LIST
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1. The temperature should be above 60°F (15° C). The weather should be dry.
2. Raise the door into the curve of the track where the Finger Shield™
opens away from the door section rib.
3. Clean all moisture, dirt, oil, wax, etc. From the bottom of the door
section rib. (See Figure R1)
4. Remove the adhesive cover from the back of the Rain Shield™. (See Figure R1)
5. Apply the Rain Shield™ firmly to the bottom of the door section rib
between the right and left end stile rivets. Do not cover rivets.
(See Figures R1, R2, R3)
6. Firmly press all air bubbles out from between the adhesive and the steel, so
that the Rain Shield will bond solid to the bottom of the door section rib.
7. Slowly open and close the door as you observe and make sure the
Finger Shields™ are properly fitting under each Rain Shield lip. After
the first closing, the Finger Shields™ should always properly fit under
each Rain Shield lip. (See Figures R2 and R3)
FIGURE R1
0.75” (19) 0.75” (19)
RAIN SHIELD™
ADHESIVE
COVER
DOOR SECTION RIB
DOOR
SECTION
FIGURE R2
RAIN SHIELD™
BONDED TO
BOTTOM OF RIB
RAIN SHIELD LIP
DOOR
SECTION
RIB
FINGER SHIELD™
LOW PROFILE
HINGE
DOOR
SECTION
DOOR
SECTION
ORDER FROM YOUR MARTIN DOOR DEALER
INSTALLING A DOOR WITH
PREVIOUSLY INSTALLED RAIN SHIELD™
INSTALLING RAIN SHIELD™
BEFORE THE DOOR IS INSTALLED
a. Complete numbers 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6 above.
b. If re-packaging the door, make sure each Finger Shield™ properly fits under the
Rain Shield™ lip before re-taping the Finger Shield™ to the door section.
(See Figure R3)
a. As the door sections are being installed in the door opening, make sure the
Finger Shields™ fits properly under each Rain Shield™ lip. (See Figure R3)
b. After the door is installed follow the advise in number 7 above.
RAIN SHIELD™
INSTALLING RAIN SHIELD™
AFTER THE DOOR IS INSTALLED
(STEEL DOORS)
REVERSE BRACKET SHIELDS™
(RB Shields)
INSTALLATION MODIFICATIONS
PUNCHED ANGLE
TRACK HANGER
LEFT REVERSE
BRACKET SHIELD
RIGHT REVERSE
BRACKET SHIELD
TRACK
BRACKET
REVERSE BRACKET SHIELDS
INSTALLATION AND MEASUREMENTS
ARE THE SAME AS REVERSE ANGLE
SHIELDS
NOTE: THE FACE OF THE DOOR SEALS
AGAINST THE JAMBS, NOT THE REVERSE
BRACKET SHIELDS
LOOSEN TWO BOLTS
IF NECESSARY TO
FIT SIDE BEARING
BRACKET TO JAMB
SPLICE BRACKET
VERTICAL
TRACK
TRACK
BRACKETS
TRACK
BRACKET
SPLICE BRACKET
LEFT LOCK-ON
SIDE BEARING
BRACKET
RIGHT LOCK-ON
SIDE BEARING
BRACKET
HORIZONTAL
TRACK
ANGLE
HORIZONTAL TRACK
VERTICAL
TRACK
FIGURE R3
RAIN SHIELD
LIP DOOR
SECTION
RIB
FINGER
SHIELD™
LOW
PROFILE
HINGE
DOOR
SECTION
DOOR
SECTION
Note: If jambs are sheetrocked, the reverse bracket shields
must be replaced with reverse angle shields.
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DENTS: All roll formed and stamped steel can be dented, however, Martin regular and insulated high tensile steel door sections are rated among the strongest
and most dent resistant in the world.
Martin door sections do not require insulation bonded to them for strength. Because of this unique construction, many type dents can be easily repaired by a
trained Martin dealer. It may not be necessary to replace a door section or a complete door to avoid the prolonged appearance of a damaged surface.
DENT REPAIR: Regular and insulated doors are usually repaired in the closed position. The insulation is skillfully cut and removed, the dent is tapped on each
side until the embossed surface is restored to near original. The insulation is replaced and detailed. New vinyl backing is available for damaged insulation.
Series II insulated doors are repaired the same except they require more time to remove the back. After the repair, the back is replaced and riveted.
CAUSES: During a lifetime, various accidents can cause a dent, including bicycles, roller blades, wheelbarrows, tools, baseballs, rocks, etc.
steel steel
1/4“ X 1/2” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLT
3/8“ X 1” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLT
3/8“ X 1-1/2” BOLT
9/16 (14) HEX HEAD
3/8” LOCK NUT
9/16“ (14) HEX HEAD
1/4” LOCK NUT
7/16“ (11) HEX HEAD
#6 LOCK NUT
5/16“ (8) HEX HEAD
1/4“ SPACER
(FOR 2-1/2“, 4-1/4” LOW CLEARANCE)
1/4“ X 1” THREAD FORMING SCREW
7/16 (11) HEX HEAD
1/4“ X 3/4” SELF DRILLING SCREW
7/16 (11) HEX HEAD
5/16“ X 3/4” OR 3/8” X 1”
SELF TAPPING SCREW
7/16 (11) HEX HEAD (STEEL JAMBS)
5/16“ X 2” LAG SCREW
7/16 (11) HEX HEAD
(WOOD JAMBS)
3/8“ X 1” SQUARE HEAD SET SCREW
(INCLUDES RED SAFETY CAP)
3/8“X 5/8” HEX SOCKET SET SCREW
(INCLUDES GREY STEALTH PLUG)
CLEVIS AND COTTER PIN
ROPE STRAP
SLIDE BOLT LOCK
AND HANDLE WASHER
3/8 X 2“ PLASTIC ANCHOR
USE WITH 5/16” X 2“ LAG SCREW
(CONCRETE, BRICK, STONE JAMBS)
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SUPPLEMENT B - CLEARANCE AND MODIFICATIONS
DIAMETER OF
CABLE DRUMS 4“ (102) 5.25“ (133) 8“ (203)
2“ (51) TRACK
3“ (76) TRACK
A
B
C
D
A
B
C
D
12“ (305)
11“ (279)
2“ ( 51)
8“ (203)
14“ (356)
11“ (279)
2“ ( 51)
8“ (203)
18“ (457)
11“ (279)
2“ ( 51)
8“ (203)
17“ (432)
15“ (381)
0“ ( 0)
12“ (305)
19“ (483)
15“ (381)
0“ ( 0)
12“ (305)
23“ (584)
15“ (381)
0“ ( 0)
12“ (305)
A
B
C
D
E
CLEARANCE / MEASUREMENTS
DOOR TRAJECTORY CABLE DRUM
PUNCHED ANGLE
HEADER
BOTTOM ROLLER BRACKET
HORIZONTAL TRACK
TOP ROLLER BRACKET
TOP OF CLOSED
DOOR LINE
A
B
C
D
2”(51) TRACK MODIFICATIONS
If needed, a Martin Steel Sectional Garage Door allows maximum,
on the job, modifications by experienced installers.
After modifications are made, as instructed, the operation and
visual look of the door should still be close to factory production.
DECREASE DOOR WIDTH
The pop style rivets, used in each end stile to manufacture Martin
Steel Door Sections, provide superior strength, yet are easy to
remove and replace.
To reduce the width of the door sections to fit a narrow garage:
1. Drill the heads off the end stile rivets.
2. Remove the end stiles.
3. Cut the door sections.
4. Re-drill the door sections.
5. Replace the end stiles with new rivets.
INCREASE DOOR HEIGHT 2-1/2“ (64)
1. Use rivets or screws to fasten finger shield clips to the top of the
top door section.
2. Snap a Finger Shield into the finger shield clips.
3. This modification requires a 3“ (76)vertical track extension kit.
See STEP 16 and Figure 13C.
DOOR SECTION MODIFICATIONS
(STEEL DOORS)
DECREASE CLEARANCE 1” (25): Cut 1” (25) from the bottom of each
vertical track. “A” will decrease 1” (25). “C” and “D” will increase 1” (25).
LOW CLEARANCE:
4 ¼”, 2 ½”
(108, 64)
INCREASE CLEARANCE 3” and 6” (76 and 152): See page 11, Figure
13C for optional VERTICALTRACK EXTENSION KITS.
HIGH CLEARANCE / HI-LIFT : See optional SUPPLEMENT D for
increasing clearance .
VERTICAL-LIFT : See optional SUPPLEMENT E. Requires twice the
door height plus 12” (305).
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See page 20, SUPPLEMENT C- for optional
8” (203) II
Clearance. See SUPPLEMENT C- for optional
Clearance. See “Wood Door Notes” on page 22.
8” TO 133” (203 TO 3378)
T S
OPTIONAL MAR IN DOOR OPENER AND RAIL REQUIRE 1 ½ ” (38) MORE CLEARANCE
REQUIRED CLEARANCE ABOVE TOP OF CLOSED DOOR FOR CABLE DRUMS.
REQUIRED CLEARANCE FOR DOOR TRAJECTORY.
DOOR OPEN - AT REST - UNDER TOP OF CLOSED DOOR LINE.
TOP OF VERTICAL TRACKS TO TOP OF CLOSED DOOR
(STEP 16 INSTALLATION MEASUREMENT)
ALLOW 1 ½” (38) ABOVE DOOR TRAJECTORY FOR A MARTIN DOOR OPENER.
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LOW CLEARANCE TRACK WITH TORSION
SPRINGS AT THE FRONT
• 8“ (203) clearance is required above top of
closed door with 4” (102) cable drums.
• 10“ (254) clearance is required above top of
closed door with 5-1/4” (133) cable drums.
• Cut off the bottom of the reverse angle shields
and the vertical tracks 3-3/4“ (95).
• The top of the vertical track should be about
11-3/4“ (298) from the top of the closed door.
STEPS 1 to 16
Follow the regular instruction manual except place
five cardboard strips on each side of the door
opening, under the reverse angle shields and
under the door. Add or subtract if floor is out of
level. See STEP 1 and 8.
NOTE: Setting door, track, and RA or RB shields
on a level floor with no cardboard strips may save
1/2” (13) of the required clearance. However, the
adjustments of the low clearance tracks and top
roller brackets will be limited.
STEP 17
Follow regular instruction manual except the top of
vertical tracks should be about 11-3/4“ (298) down
from the top of the closed door. (See Figure C1)
• Fasten the lock-on side bearing brackets to the
horizontal track angles as explained in
STEP 18, also Figures 14A and 14B.
• Fasten the front of the low clearance tracks
above the horizontal tracks to the third hole of
the horizontal track angle. (See Figure C1)
• Fasten the back of the low clearance tracks
above the horizontal tracks to the punched
angle. (See Figure C2)
• For doors over 8’ (2440) high, cut a 1’ (25)
punched angle bracket from a punched angle
and fasten the punched angle bracket in the
holes provided, near the center of the low
clearance tracks and the horizontal track angle.
(See Figure C6)
FIGURE C1 SUPPLEMENT C-I
SPLICE
PLATE OR
SPLICE
BRACKET
LOW CLEARANCE
TRACK
1/4“ LOCK NUT
LOCK-ON SIDE
BEARING BRACKET
ABOUT
11-3/4“
(298)
FIGURE C4
TORSION TUBE
LOW CLEARANCE
TRACK
SPLICE
PLATE OR
SPLICE
BRACKET
“L” STRUT
TORSION
SPRING
SIDE SPRING
ANCHOR BRACKET
RED
CABLE DRUM
HORIZONTAL
TRACK CURVE
FLAG
TOP ROLLER
BRACKET
(REVERSED)
HORIZONTAL
TRACK ANGLE
FIGURE C3
TOP ROLLER
BRACKET
(REVERSED)
1/4“ X 1” THREAD
FORMING SCREW
“L” STRUT
LOW CLEARANCE
TRACK
LOCK-ON SIDE
BEARING BRACKET
8”(203)
TOP OF
CABLE
DRUM
(ALSO SEE STEP 18 NOTE)
FIGURE C2
3/8“X1” SHORT NECK CARRIAGE
SAFETY BOLTS AND 3/8“ LOCK NUTS
3/8“ X 1” SHORT NECK CARRIAGE
BOLT AND 3/8“ LOCK NUT
OPTIONAL
PUNCHED
ANGLE
LOW CLEARANCE
TRACK
HORIZONTAL TRACK
1/4“X1/2” SHORT NECK
CARRIAGE BOLT
WIDE WOOD DOORS
HAVE 3” (76) “U” STRUTS