Use and Care Manual

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CLEANING WOOD SURFACES & CLADDING
EXPOSED WOOD SURFACES
Cleanexposedwoodsurfaceswithmildsoapandwater.
For stubborn residue or mildew, consider lightly sanding
and renishing, or contact a paint professional for
recommendations.
Renish cracks or voids immediately.
COPPER CLADDING
JELD-WEN copper clad products and components will naturally
changecolorandappearanceovertimeduetoexposuretothe
environment.Dependingupontheproducts’specicexposure,
differences in appearance may occur in the same structure.
Repair or replacement of products may also result in variations
between original and replacement parts. JELD-WEN is not
responsible for any variations in appearance of copper parts.
Wear cotton gloves during installation or servicing to avoid
ngerprints on copper surface. If ngerprints do occur and the
following recommendations for cleaning do not remove them,
call us for assistance.
Maintenance & Cleaning
Tomaintainanagedlook,nomaintenanceisrequiredexcept
for occasional cleaning of surface debris with mild soap
and water. For heavier cleaning, follow the same cleaning
instructions for aluminum cladding. Do not use any solvents
orcleanersthatcontainammonia,saltsoroxides.
OxidationRemoval
Forashiny,non-oxidizedcopperappearance,tryremoving
theoxidationwithabakingsoda/watersolution.Anon-
abrasive paste cleaner may also work. Always test in an
inconspicuous area rst, and read the manufacturer’s label
for instructions.
ALUMINUM CLADDING
Aluminumcladdingoffersdurabilityandexcellentresistance
againstcracking,blistering,andakingundernormaluse.
When properly maintained, aluminum clad products will
remain attractive for many years.
Aluminum cladding usually does not require painting or
nishing;however,weofferspecialtouch-uppaintstorepair
scratches. Please call us to order. We do not recommend
attempting to paint larger areas due to paint compatibility,
environmental concerns, and the need to disassemble the
product for proper nish coverage.
Cladsurfacesexposedtosunlightaresubjecttochalkingwhich
may cause color-fading. This is a natural process that occurs
over time, even with proper maintenance. Certain chalking or
fadinganddamagetoexteriorcladdingfromacidrain,salt
air, or other corrosive elements may not be covered under the
manufacturer’s warranty.
ALUMINUM CLADDING – CONTINUED
Moderate to Heavy Non Water-Soluble Cleaning
Somesolventsareacceptableforremovingheavysoils(e.g.oil,
grease,sealants,driedconcretestains,tar,rustandgrafti).See
the following Solvent Recommendations. After using solvents,
clean area with mild soap and water to remove traces of
remaining solvent.
Note! Do not use solvent on painted surfaces other than metal
cladding or damage may result.
Solvent Recommendations
For Aluminum Cladding
Caution: Do not allow petroleum-based products to come
in contact with hardware and weatherstrip. Do not use
acetone and paint removers on coated aluminum clad
surfaces. They may remove coatings.
These solvents may be used to clean non water-soluble
debris from coated aluminum clad surfaces. Use only in
small, inconspicuous areas rst.
Alcohols:
Try these least strong solvents rst for non water-soluble
debris.
• Denaturedalcohol(ethanol)
• Isopropyl(rubbingalcohol)
• Methanol(woodalcohol)
Petroleum solvents and turpentine:
Especially helpful in removing grease, sealants, or some
caulking compounds.
• VM&Pnaphtha
• Mineralspirits
• Kerosene
• Turpentine(woodorgumspirits)
Ketones, esters and lacquer thinner:
Usewithextremecaution.Limitcontacttooneminute.
• Lacquerthinner
• Methylethylketone(MEK)
Chemical solutions:
Especially helpful in removing rust and masonry grout or
concrete stains. Limit contact to ve minutes. Thoroughly
rinsewithwater.Acidsolutionsarecorrosive.Mixone
part to ten parts water.
• Sodiumhypochloritesolution(laundrybleach)
• Aceticacid(vinegar)
• Hydrochloricacid(muriaticacid)
For more information, contact a paint professional.
Wood window care includes proper nishing and maintenance of wood and cleaning and caring for metal clad surfaces. Bi-annual
inspectionsaresufcientformostareas;however,coastalareasrequiremonthlyinspectionsbecauseofmoistureandsaltintheair.