Instructions / Assembly

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

for Vinyl Windows with Integral Nailing Fin (JII001)

COMPLETE INSTALLATION

1. Release the building wrap

from above the header

(previously taped up)

and overlap the header

ashing. Seal the ends with

self-adhesive ashing or

building wrap tape.

2. Adjust window for best

operation.

3.Sealthetopcornersofthe

windowwitha1/4"bead

of sealant. Tool into a llet

shape.

4.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. If installing into wood framing with

a drain mat, apply sealant to the foam wedge on the back of the

drain mat, integrating the back of the drain mat with the window

frame.

5.Ensureweepholes/channelsareclearofdebrisforproperwater

drainage. Do not seal weep holes/channels.

AFTER INSTALLATION

•Installexteriorwallsurfacewithin30daysofwindowinstallation.

•Maintaingapof1/4"-3/8"betweenwindowframeandnalexterior

wall surface. No expansion/contraction joint is needed for integral

J-channel windows installed into a structure with aluminum or vinyl

siding.

•Protectrecentlyinstalledunitsfromdamagefromplaster,paint,etc.

by covering the unit with plastic.

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and care and maintenance information.

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(12/08)

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