Instructions / Assembly
Rough 
Opening 
Height
Rough 
Opening 
Width
7. Check Rough Opening
• Check dimension of rough opening for correct size.
• Check sill plate for level. Sill must be level, shim sill 
plate if necessary. 
•  Check rough opening for plumb and level. If rough 
opening is not plumb or level, correct as necessary. 
• Check rough opening for square by measuring 
diagonally, upper left to lower right and upper right 
to lower left corner. If measurements are within 1/8", 
opening is square. If rough opening is not square, 
correct as necessary.
• Slide Aluminum Sill Support  onto the aluminum Sill 
from one end. DO NOT secure with screws until siding 
or exterior finish is applied over sheathing. 
6. Apply Optional Aluminum Sill Support if Required
Sill support must be used whenever support is 
needed under projecting outer edge of Sill. Support 
entire length of Sill to prevent product damage.
Optional 
Aluminum 
Sill Support*
Optional Aluminum Exterior Sill Extension and Sill 
Support must be applied before frame is installed.
Masonry/Concrete Construction
Standard Construction
Exterior 
Interior 
Optional 
Aluminum 
Sill Support
Sill 
*Shown installed. 
Exterior View
Sill 
Level 
Diagonal 
Measurements 
Frame Assembly and Installation Guide
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