Use and Care Guide

Window Weeping /Drainage Systems
Many of our window and door products are
designed with a built in drainage system. This
is referred to as the window weep. It drains
away rainwater that may accumulate on the
sill. The weep holes must remain open and
free of debris in order to perform properly.
• It’s a normal occurrence for wind blown
rain to accumulate in the sill or track
area of many windows.
• It’s important that the weep holes be
kept open in order to function properly.
• Use a small bottle brush to
clean weep holes if you
suspect that they are blocked.
• Some weep holes may
contain open-cell foam to
keep elements out. To avoid
damaging these plugs, check
prior to cleaning.
• Keep the window sill or track
area clean of soil or debris to
encourage proper draining.
• Occasionally lubricate all moving parts, including rollers and
tracks. Do not use silicone spray on plastic parts as it may
damage them; use a non-wax furniture polish spray instead.
• Periodically check the weather stripping around all window
and door sashes and make sure that it seals around the
entire perimeter.
• Keep the track area clean on sliding windows and patio doors
• Keep patio door rollers adjusted to the proper height to ensure
easy operation. Check the corners of the sliding door for
a hole that gives you access to the roller adjustment screw.
It may be covered with a plug that can be removed for
adjustment and then replaced
• After adjusting the rollers, you may have to adjust the lock
strike plate. Most lock strike plates can be adjusted by
loosening the screws, moving the plate and tightening the
screws. Allow for a limited amount of play between the strike
plate and the latch lock
• Most rolling screens can be adjusted the same way as patio
doors. Check the corners of the screen for access
to the roller adjustment screw
Smooth and Easy Operation
Most moving objects, including window
and patio door sashes require occasional
lubrication to ensure smooth and easy
operation. Make sure that the lubrication
used is compatible with, and won’t
damage the material used in construction
of the window or door.
CARING FOR YOUR RELIABILT WINDOWS AND DOORS