Step 3
Cut Pet Door Opening
3A. Drill ⅜" holes in inside corners of drawn template. These will
be the pilot holes for the saw blade.
Helpful Tip: Use both hands to hold drill steady and straight at
a 90° angle.
3B. Beginning in one of the holes you just drilled, cut along the
drawn template lines. After cutting out the opening, you may
need to recut to square opening. This is necessary for the pet
door frame to fit correctly.
Helpful Tip: Use a proper saw blade according to door
material (for example a wood blade for wood door and metal
blade for a metal door). When cutting use both hands to hold
the saw slow, steady and straight at a 90° angle. This will
prevent the blade from cutting unevenly between interior and
exterior areas of door.
Step 4
Drill Holes for Frame
Before putting away the jigsaw, place the interior frame (frame with the flap) inside
the cut out and check the fit. Then, place the exterior frame into the underside of the door to
check the fit. If frames do not fit inside the opening, you may need to recut to square opening
before proceeding with installation.
4A. Hold the interior frame (the frame with the flap) in position.
Mark the screw holes.
4B. Remove the interior frame and drill ¼" holes.
Helpful Tip: Use both hands to hold drill steady and
straight at a 90° angle.
NOTE: Please note X-Large Freedom
Door has 6 screw placement holes.
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Make sure there is nothing underneath the door where you will be drilling
the holes or cutting out opening.
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