Installation Guide

ROUGH OPENINGS
SAFETY AND HANDLING
This installation guide specically addresses masonry/block wall, sheathed
wall and open-stud construction.
Masonry/Block Wall Construction
This installation assumes that a framework of studs (often called a buck)
has already been properly fastened and sealed to the concrete/masonry
wall by a building professional.
Fully Sheathed Wall Construction
The wall framing is covered by sheathing. Windows will be mounted ush
against the sheathing. This installation assumes building wrap is properly
installed prior to installation.
Open-Stud Construction
If self-adhered ashing is to be applied so that it is wider than the framing
of the wall, it may be necessary to cover the wall with backing support
sufcient to support the entire width of the ashing.
This backing support should be a non-water degradable, thin
(max. 1/8" thick) sheet material such as ber reinforced plastic, lauan
or plywood. Completely surround the rough opening with the backing
support. Backing support must be applied before buildingwrap.
The window will be mounted with the nailing n ush against the applied
backing support.
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 performanceproblems.
• Do not work alone. Two or more people are required. Use safe
liftingtechniques.
• 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 ofces
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
wooddust.
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
aredry.
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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