Installation Instructions

MATERIALS AND TOOLS
INSPECT PRODUCT
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Installation Instructions
for Vinyl Bay/Bow Windows with Integral Nailing Fin (JII-90025)
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Needed Materials
NOTE: JELD-WEN exterior window and door products should be
installed in accordance with JELD-WEN’s recommended installation
instructions, which are printed on the product label or can be found
on our website: www.jeld-wen.com.
NOTE: Alternative installation methods and ashing systems
may be utilized at the installer’s or owner’s discretion and, in
such situations, the installation should be done in accordance
with the ashing manufacturer’s instructions. Follow all material
manufacturers’ instructions for proper use and compatibility.
When using ashing, spray adhesive/primer, sealant and foam
products, we recommend using the same manufacturer and
verifying compatibility. It is the End User’s responsibility to
determine if dissimilar materials are compatible with the
substrates in the application.
#10 pan-head or washer head, corrosion resistant fastener. Minimum
embedment of 1 1/4" into the structural framing (or as required by
local code).
4", 6" or 9" wide self-adhered ashing: We recommend OSI
®
Butyl
Flash Tape or equivalent.
Sealant: We recommend OSI
®
QUAD
®
Max Sealant or equivalent (for
interior air seal). This sealant can be used in any application and can be
painted or ordered in a color matched product if desired.
Polyurethane low expansion Window and Door foam: We recommend
OSI
®
QUAD
®
Foam or equivalent (for interior air seal).
Backer rod: 1/8" larger than the widest portion of the gap (used in
conjunction with sealant bead for interior air seal).
Non-compressible or non-water degradable shims.
Potential Needed Tools
Utility knife/shears
J-roller
Hammer
Tape measure
Caulking gun
Level (4' minimum recommended)
Drill with tapered bit and 3/8"
countersink
Pry bar
Remove Packaging
Remove shipping materials such as corner covers, shipping blocks,
shrink wrap or pads. If there is a protective lm on the glass, do not
remove it until installation and construction are complete.
Do not remove the installation label until after the inspection of the job
iscomplete.
Inspect Window
Cosmetic damage.
Product squareness (diagonal measurements not more than
1/4"different).
Correct product (size, color, grid pattern, handing, glazing, energy-
efciency requirements, etc.).
Cracked frame welds or other frame damage.
Splits, cracks, holes, missing sections or other damage to the nailing n
longer than 6" and/or within 1/2" of the window frame.
If any of the above conditions represent a concern, or if you expect
environmental conditions to exceed the window’s performance
rating, do not install the window. Contact your dealer or distributor
forrecommendations.