Andersen® A-Series Frenchwood® gliding patio doors use dust plugs above and below the interlock weatherstrip, which creates a seal where your two (2) patio door panels intersect in the middle of the door frame.
Install Dust Plugs on Andersen® A-Series Frenchwood® Gliding Patio Doors
There are two (2) dust plugs located on the stationary patio door panel, the door that does not open, and one (1) dust plug located on the operating patio door panel, the door that opens.
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1. Order Parts
Contact Andersen® Windows and Doors to order stationary head, stationary bracket, or operating panel dust plugs. See the images and descriptions below for assistance on what you may need replaced.
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Stationary Head Dust Plug
The stationary head dust plug is located on the stationary patio door panel above the interlock weatherstrip.
Stationary Head Dust Plug
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Security Bracket Dust Pad
The security bracket dust pad is located on the stationary patio door panel below the interlock weatherstrip, next to the security bracket.
Security Bracket Dust Pad
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Operating Panel Dust Plug
The operating panel dust plug is located on the operating patio door panel beneath the interlock weatherstrip. To order, knowing the handing of the patio door is helpful. See A-Series Gliding Patio Door Unit and Replacement Part Handing.
Operating Panel Dust Plug
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2. Install Parts
To replace the dust plugs, refer to the dust plug installation instructions in A-Series Frenchwood® Panel Assembly, Installation, and Removal Guide (9020095). 
Important: Keep dust plugs out of reach of children.
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