Installation Guide

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
for Vinyl Projecting Windows with Integral Nailing Fin (JII023)
8
AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Adjust window
for best
operation.
2. Install exterior
wall surface
within
seven days
of window
installation.
3. Maintain
gap of 3/8"
between
window frame
and nal
exterior wall
surface (siding,
stucco, etc.).
4.Ensureweep
holes/channelsareclearofdebrisforproperwaterdrainage;donot
seal weep holes/channels if present.
5.Protectrecentlyinstalledunitsfromdamagefromplaster,paint,etc.
by covering the unit with plastic.
Garden windows
are rated for a
weight handling
load of 8 lbs.
per square foot.
Although it is
not required,
the installer may
provide extra
support to the
garden window
with “L” brackets.
Build seat board
bracing under the
mull joints of the
unit. To reduce
heat loss, the
bottom of the
window may be
insulated. Check local building code requirements.
COMPLETE INSTALLATION
1. Release the building wrap from above the header (previously taped
up) and overlap the header ashing. Seal the ends with self-adhesive
ashing or building wrap tape.
2.Sealthetopcornersofthewindowwitha1/4"beadofsealant.Tool
into a llet shape.
3. Create a continuous air seal around the entire interior perimeter of
the window with a bead of sealant where the window contacts the
structure.
(02/09)
COMPLETE GARDEN WINDOW INSTALLATION
11
Seal corners
Gap
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