Installation Guide

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
for Vinyl Windows without Nailing Fin (JII011)
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COMPLETE INSTALLATION
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On the interior between the new window and rough opening, a
continuous air seal is created and all voids are lled as follows:
If installing into wood
framing with a drain
mat:
On the sill, apply
sealant to the back of
the foam wedge. The
sealant must create a
continuous air seal by
integrating the back
of the drain mat with
the window frame. On
the other three sides,
create a continuous
air seal on the interior
by integrating the
rough opening and the
window frame with low
expansion polyurethane
foam (or backer rod
and sealant).
For all other
installations:
1. Fill any voids deeper
than 1/2" with
low expansion
polyurethane foam
(or backer rod and
sealant). For voids
less than 1/2" deep,
a continuous bead
of sealant around
the perimeter of the
window provides an
air seal.
2. Seal between the head expander (if used) and the window frame.
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Note! Step 3 does
not apply to ush
n windows or to
installations into an
existing double-hung
frame with exterior
stops.
3. On the exterior,
apply backer rod and
sealant between the
window frame and
the rough opening.
4. Apply sealant to the
joint between the
existing sloped sill and sill adapter (if applicable), leaving gaps at the
weep holes.
AFTER INSTALLATION
Install vinyl plugs (available through dealers) if desired.t
Ensure weep holes/channels are clear of debris for proper water t
drainage; do not seal weep holes/channels if present.
If applicable, apply desired exterior vinyl trim.t
Adjust window for best operation.t
Protect recently installed units from damage from plaster, paint, etc. t
by covering the unit with plastic.
Foam wedge
Rough
opening
Sealant
joint
Sill
INSTALL WINDOW - CONTINUED
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Installation
clip
Sealant gap
Center
24"
3"- 6"
3"- 6"
2. Secure one lower
corner as follows:
If installing a a.
window with
installation clips,
drive a screw
through the clip
until the screw
head contacts the
clip. Do not bend
the clip toward
the rough opening.
Fasten all other b.
windows through
a side jamb. Apply
sealant into hole
and secure with a
#10 screw (without
deforming vinyl).
Cover the screw
head with sealant.
3. Inspect window for
square, level and
plumb (adjust shims or
remove and reinstall if necessary).
4. Fasten window in a similar manner through the remaining corners,
and then through the rest of the fastener locations.
5. Insert plugs into fastener holes not located in any operating track.
Replace track covers if applicable.
Window
Frame &
Accessories
Shown
from the
Side
Head expander
Head
Seal
Interior
Sealant gap
Rough opening
Window frame
Sealant
joint
Gap
Backer rod