Main risks

• Knocks and finger trapping at hinges or between the door leaf and frame, especially in gusts of wind.
• Injuries from falling or tipping over during handling and installation due to the door’s weight and size.
• Cuts from edges, ironmongery or breakage of integrated glazing.
• Trips at the threshold and slips caused by ingress of water or mud.
• Jamming caused by forcing the lock or key, with a risk of becoming locked in or out.
• Weathering that affects closing and hampers opening in quick-exit situations.

Safe use

• Control opening and closing on windy days; use doorstops or hold-open devices to prevent slamming.
• Keep hands and objects away from the hinge area and the closing edge.
• Operate handles and locks gently, without excessive force; if there is resistance, check the alignment before forcing.
• Do not hang weight from handles, peepholes or hinges, and do not stand on the door leaf.
• If the door includes glass, avoid direct impacts and do not rest hard objects on it.
• Keep the passageway clear and well lit; hold the door when moving bulky items so it does not strike people or walls.
• Supervise children and pets near the door; consider finger guards where appropriate.
• Ensure you can open quickly from the inside in an emergency.

Storage and maintenance

• Before installation, store the door in a dry, ventilated place, protected from sun and rain; preferably upright, on protected edges and a flat surface.
• Keep the packaging until installation to avoid knocks and scratches; handle with two people.
• Clean periodically with a soft cloth and neutral cleaner; avoid abrasives, solvents and high-pressure equipment on seals and ironmongery.
• Check and re-tighten hinge and ironmongery screws; lubricate moving parts and the lock cylinder with suitable products, and check that the closing action is smooth.
• Inspect weatherstrips, sealant joints and the threshold; remove grit and dirt to avoid damaging the finish or hindering closing.
• After heavy rain, snow or in saline environments, clean and dry; remove ice with specific products, without applying direct heat.
• On timber doors, maintain the protective finish according to the manufacturer’s recommendations; on metal or aluminium, watch for signs of corrosion and act promptly.

Restrictions of use

• Carry out installation with two people and, if you lack experience, engage qualified personnel.
• Do not modify the leaf, frame or ironmongery (cutting, planing, drilling critical areas), nor substitute components with incompatible ones.
• Do not block the door with wedges or objects; avoid locking it with a key if there are people inside who cannot open it quickly.
• Do not use the door in extremely humid, saline or aggressive chemical environments without specific protection indicated by the manufacturer.
• Do not use it to hang planters, bicycles or other loads; install suitable doorstops to prevent impacts against walls or glazed side panels.
• Do not use it as a fire door or as a designated emergency exit unless the product clearly indicates this.