LARSON BRISA Retractable Screen Installation Guide
- October 27, 2023
- LARSON
Table of Contents
Installation Guide
Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
BRISA
RETRACTABLE SCREEN
OWNER’S GUIDE AND
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SINGLE PANEL RETRACTABLE DOOR
BRISA Retractable Screen
Thank you for choosing the LARSON Brisa Single Panel Retractable Door. These
instructions describe a surface mount installation on a single-hinged door.
For help installing, please contact us or visit:
www.LARSONdoors.com
Please read the complete installation instructions before proceeding.
INSTALLATION TOOLS
Power Drill Screwdriver
No. 2 Phillips Head Driver Bit
Tape Measure
Hack Saw (required if door width is less than 32”)
A FRESH APPROACH TO FRESH AIR
Thank you for purchasing a Brisa Retractable Screen Door from LARSON ® . Make
sure your retractable screen door is the correct size to fit your opening.
This retractable
screen door is surface-mounted and fits a single inswing or single
outswing.
DOOR TYPE| MODEL HEIGHT| FITS DOOR WIDTHS| FITS INSIDE FRAME HEIGHTS| OUTSIDE
DIMENSIONS OF
ASSEMBLED SCREEN FRAME
---|---|---|---|---
Single| Short| 32″-36″ | 78″ – 79″
(e.g. 6’6” tall doors)| 79″ H
Single| Standard| 32″-36″ | 80″ – 81″
(e.g. 6’8” tall doors)| 81-3/8″ H
Single| Tall| 32″-36″ | 96″ – 97″
(e.g. 8’0” tall doors)| 97-3/8″ H
- 2 Cuts are required if the door width is less than 32”
If your Brisa sits high or low in the opening you may need additional support under the bottom track. If your frame is tall, you may need to add a filler board at top to close any gaps.
STOP IMPORTANT
Be sure to read all instructions before installing to ensure proper fit and
function. Retractable screen doors are not intended to provide security, or
restrain objects, animals, or persons.
PARTS LIST & PRODUCT TERMINOLOGY
Use the following illustration and terminology to become familiar with your
Brisa Retractable Screen Door parts and location. This will be helpful for
following installation instructions.
IDENTIFYING SILL TYPE
A filler board is not needed when short sills have ground directly underneath
sill.
A filler board (not included) is needed when a short sill sits on top of a
step.
Cut the filler board and place under the trim so the top of the filler board
is even with the sill.
IDENTIFYING DOOR TYPE
NOTE: Handle modifications will be required to move the lock mechanism to the inside of the home. This step should be completed after the retractable screen is installed (see page 10).
MEASURING DOOR TRIM OPENING
The screen door is designed to fit door openings between 32” and 36” without
modifications. If the door opening measures less than 32” wide, the top and
bottom tracks will require cutting. Narrow Door Modification (If needed)
Measure the current door trim opening and subtract that width from the
standard 32” width to calculate the total amount to be cut (example: 32” – 30”
for a total of 2” to be cut)
Cut the calculated amount from one end of each track, creating a straight
cut.
ASSEMBLE COMPONENTS
a. The Screen Housing should be oriented to the hinge side of the door.
TIP: Place housing face down on a soft surface to protect the finish
during assembly.
b. Remove all tape and packaging material. If your opening falls within
the standard range of 32”36” width, momentarily extend Slider Bar 2”, and
insert one end of each Track into end of the Screen Housing. Let the Slider
Bar retract. With the notch towards the front, insert Track straight and move
it all the way to the corner. Make sure the Screen and Slider Bar End Caps
thread through the Tracks.
If the opening is less than 32”, and the top and Bottom Tracks have been
shortened (see page 5), insert the original uncut ends of each Track into end
of the Screen Housing.
c. Slide Sill Plate Assembly onto bottom Track.
NOTE: Do not deploy screen until it is assembled to doorway.
d. Insert the ends of the top and bottom Tracks into the Decorative
Housing.
If the top and bottom Tracks have been shortened (see page 5), insert the cut
ends of each Track into the Decorative Housing.
INSTALL SCREEN
a. Push Decorative Housing and Screen Housing together so the width of
the screen frame is at its narrowest. Place screen assembly onto door sill.
(See page 2 for mounting instructions).
For flush and short sills, the bottom edge of the sill should be fully
supported by filler board or ground. For long sills, the assembly rests on top
of the sill.
b. Extend Housing to left and right
evenly until bothflanges are snug to the edges of the door jamb.
SECURE SCREEN
a. Insert screws into the pre-drilled screw holes in the Screen Housing and
Decorative Housing flange to hold the frame in place. Do not over
tighten.
b. Center the Sill Plate Assembly on the door sill and slide the Sill Plate
Extender to each side to fill gaps.
NOTE: For a tailored fit, use a scissors to trim each Sill Plate
Extender.
c. Drive Sill Screws approximately 4” from either end, and 4” to the left
and right of center.
VERIFY LATCH ALIGNMENT
a. Pull the Slider Bar closed to verify the Latch and Latch Hook align
properly.
Using a hand screwdriver, the Latch Hook can be adjusted up or down to make
the latching lock more secure.
TIP: The Latch Hook comes pre-installed and will face either up or down
depending on the chosen Screen Housing orientation (see page 5). If you prefer
to operate the screen by always pushing either down or up and, that is not the
current operation, remove the two screws that hold the Latch Hook, turn the
Latch Hook in the opposite direction and then reinstall the screws and adjust
the latch hook as needed.
b. On the handle interior, there is a Handle Lock. The Lock is swiveled to
lock or unlock the Handle. When the Screen is covering the opening and the
Handle is in the locked position, the screen cannot be unlatched and
opened.
Outswing Door Handle Modification (If needed)
Once the unit is installed, move the gray lock mechanism to the inside of the
home.
- Disengage the handle lock and remove the (2) screws from the handle.
- Remove both handles (NOTE: the gray latch will be loose).
- Remove the gray latch from the Slider Bar and reverse it so the logo faces inside the home, then press the latch over the slider bar.
- Place the handle with the lock on the logo-side of the gray latch.
- Align and insert the screws through the screw holes. Position the outside handle over the screws and align the (6) small dimples with the corresponding indentations on the inside handle.
- Tighten the (2) screws.
For assistance with your installation, or additional product information, contact LARSON Customer Care at www.LARSONdoors.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Is maintenance required on my Brisa Retractable Screen Door?
Dirt and debris should be vacuumed out of the tracks periodically. Do not use
oily lubricants (i.e..WD40) on the track, as this may attract dirt and hinder
operation. If needed, occasional use of a silicone-based lubricant is
acceptable.
Can Brisa Retractable Screen Doors be installed on stucco homes without a
wood door frame?
No, Brisa is a suface-mount installation that requires a door frame/brick
mold/door trim for proper attachment.
What if there are gaps above the guide rail or in the corners?
Brisa is mounted on the surface of a brick mold and may expose small gaps
between the opening.
A decorative trim or caulk may need to be applied to fill any gaps.
What if my retractable screen door retracts slowly, or doesn’t deploy at
all?
There could be various reasons for slow retraction or no deployment of the
screen:
• Be sure to clean dirt and debris out of the tracks.
• Look for nicks or bends in the track.
• Examine the weatherstrip for displacement or rips that may prevent the
screen from operating smoothly.
• Confirm the unit was installed square to the door frame.
If you are still experiencing difficulty, contact our Customer Care Team, or
visit LARSONdoors.com for assistance.
Someone walked through my screen and now it does not function properly.
If the screen is frayed, has holes or is creased, or the track is bent,
contact our Customer Care Team at LARSONdoors.com to order a replacement part.
Once the screen has been assembled, how do I remove the top and bottom
Tracks?
Remove the screen from the door opening and lay it on a soft, clean surface.
Locate the plastic corner End Caps that are found at each end of the
Decorative and Screen Housings. On the outer ends each plastic End Cap has a
small flexible tab. Using a flat tip screwdriver, gently lift the small
flexible tab while lightly pulling the track out of the plastic End Cap.
Repeat for each end.
What about wind, weather and the intended use of my Brisa Retractable
Screen Door?
Brisa provides insect protection and supports fresh, natural ventilation. The
screen should not be left continually open, be persistently exposed to wind,
sun, rain or other harsh conditions. The screen is for insect protection and
is not intended to provide security or restrain objects, animals or persons.
Retract the screen when not needed and use the screen only during low-wind
conditions. Before retracting the screen, check that the edges of the screen
fabric are riding completely inside the tracks and guide rails. If necessary,
use your fingers or a soft smooth instrument to position the edges of the
fabric inside the guide rails before retracting the screen.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
LARSON Brisa Retractable Screen Doors include a Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Damage to the screen such as tears are not covered under the warranty. Labor
cost, reinstallation fees are not covered under the warranty.
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References
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