Use and Care Guide

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Wood Windows and Patio Doors (JCM003)
Somewindowsashesmaybemanipulatedforeasieraccesstotheexteriorsurface.Ifnotdoneproperly,thereisariskofproductdamageand/orpersonal
injury.Reviewallsafetyinformationandcompleteinstructionsintheappropriateproductguidebeforebeginningthecleaningprocess.
Custom and premium wood products are available with optional Neat
®
glass. Neat glass stays cleaner longer with less maintenance and needs no manual
activation. Visit www.cardinalcorp.com for more information.
BASIC INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE - CONTINUED
CLEANING GLASS
WEATHERSTRIP
Inspecting and maintaining weatherstrip can help avoid costly structural
damagefromwaterleakageandenergylossduetoairand/orwater
inltration. Replace weatherstrip, that is missing, torn, cracked, brittle,
discolored, gummy, or that has no “bounce back” when pressed down.
Call us for replacement instructions.
Precautions
• Solventssuchasmineralspiritsorpetroleum-basedproductsmay
damage or dissolve weatherstrip.
• Whenusingalcohol,alwaystestsmallarearsttoavoid
productdamage.
• Donotallowsolventsorsiliconetotouchwoodorcladsurfaces
around weatherstrip.
• Donotuseabrasives,sanders,oranythingsharpnearweatherstrip.
Light Cleaning
1. Clean with damp cloth or mild soap and water.
2. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
3. Repeat if necessary.
Non Water-Soluble Cleaning
Clean with denatured alcohol on soft cloth. Test on inconspicuous area
rst. If denatured alcohol doesn’t work:
1. Clean with small amount of lacquer thinner on soft cloth. Follow
allinstructions.
2. Repeat if necessary.
3. Clean with mild soap and water, then rinse. If unsuccessful, consider
replacing weatherstrip.
Weatherstrip Repair
If weatherstrip is loose or falling out of the kerf:
1. Carefully remove weatherstrip.
2. Apply thin bead of silicone sealant into kerf.
3. Reinstall weatherstrip.
4. Hold in place with tape for 24 hours.
5. Carefully remove tape.
EXTERIORSIDINGJOINT
Apropersealofthejointbetweenthewindowandtheexteriorsurface
of the structure will provide a proper shield from the elements and will
keepwaterand/orairfromleakingintothehome.
1.Inspectsealantinthejointfor:
• Cracks
• Voids
• Deterioratingareas(e.g.lossofadhesion)
2. Repair damaged sealant with a best quality sealant.
Note! Do not apply sealant to areas where installer or contractor
did not originally seal. Seek professional advice from an installer or
contractor if unsure.
Whenrepairingasealantjoint,100%siliconesealantisthe
mostdurable,butitcannotbepainted.Use100%polyurethane
sealant if painted. Follow sealant manufacturer’s instructions for
properapplication.
GUTTERS AND OVERHANGS
Guttersandoverhangsprotectwindowsfromexcessexposuretowater.
Clear at least once a year.
GENERAL CLEANING
Preparecleaningsolution(1tsp.babyshampootoonegallonofwater
or1-1/2cupsvinegartoonegallonofwater).
1. Rinse surface with clean water from top to bottom.
2. Clean with mild soap and water and sponge or soft brush with
uniform pressure horizontally, then vertically.
3.Promptlyrinsethoroughlywithcleanwater(spongingwhilerinsing
maybehelpful;donotallowcleaningsolutiontodryonthesurface
orcollectandpuddle).
4. Wipe dry with lint-free dry cloth.
5. If necessary, repeat steps above until clean.
6.Drywindowframeandsillwithseparatecloth.
LABEL REMOVAL
Slowly peel from one corner. If label tears or sticks, moisten with soapy
water and gently scrape with plastic putty knife. Stubborn labels can
be soaked with soapy water and covered overnight with plastic wrap.
Gently remove with plastic putty knife.
PAINT REMOVAL
1.Soakdriedlatexpaintdripswithwarmwaterandbaby
shampoosolution.
2. Wipe with damp cloth or sponge.
If needed,
3. Scrape gently with plastic putty knife. Repeat soak and scrape.
4. Repeat if necessary.
Note! For oil-based paint drips, consult a paint professional.
12/17
4