Installation Guide
Table Of Contents
ROUGH OPENINGS
SAFETY AND HANDLING
This installation guide only addresses masonry/block wall, sheathed wall
and open-stud construction. If installing into an opening other than what
is identied, consult a building professional.
Masonry/Block Wall Construction
This installation assumes that a framework of studs (often called a buck)
has already been properly fastened in a weatherproof manner to the
concrete/masonry wall.
Fully Sheathed Wall Construction
Sheathing is applied to the exterior of the wall framing. The window
will be mounted ush against the sheathing or building wrap in a
weatherproof manner.
Open-Stud Construction
Sheathing is absent and building wrap is applied atop of the wall framing.
The window will be mounted ush against building wrap and/or framing
members (studs).
Masonry/Block
Wall Construction
Fully Sheathed
Wall Construction
Buck
Header
Trimmer
studs
Sheathing
King
stud
Safety
• Read and fully understand ALL manufacturer’s instructions before
beginning. Failure to follow proper installation instructions may result in
the denial of warranty claims for operational or performanceproblems.
• Do not work alone. Two or more people are required. Use safe
liftingtechniques.
• Use caution when handling glass. Broken or cracked glass can cause
serious injury.
• Wear protective gear (e.g. safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, etc.).
• Operate hand/power tools safely and follow manufacturer’s
operating instructions.
• Use caution when working at elevated heights.
• If disturbing existing paint, take proper precautions if lead paint is
suspected (commonly used before 1979). Your regional EPA
(www.epa.gov/lead) or Consumer Product Safety Commission ofces
provide information regarding regulations and lead protection.
• WARNING! Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products
generates wood dust, a substance known to the State of California
to cause cancer. Use a respirator or other safeguards to avoid inhaling
wooddust.
Materials and Window Handling
• Make sure operable windows are locked prior to installation.
• Heed material manufacturer’s handling and application instructions.
• Protect adhesive surfaces from dirt, moisture, direct sunlight and folding
over onto themselves.
• Handle in vertical position; do not carry at or drag on oor.
• Do not put stress on joints, corners or frames.
• Store window in dry, well-ventilated area in vertical, leaning position to
allow air circulation; do not stack horizontally.
• Protect from exposure to direct sunlight during storage.
• Install only into vertical walls and when conditions and sheathing
aredry.
IF INJURY OCCURS,IMMEDIATELY SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION!
Installation Instructions
for Wood/Clad Wood Windows with Exterior Trim or Nail Fin (JII024)
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