TAFCO WINDOWS VPJ6322.5 Installation Guide
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1. T Utility Window Installation Instructions Cm Ar ce wen oo w Vinyl Mounting Flange Nailing Fin Window ROUGH OPENING PREPARATION WINDOW PREPARATION Rough opening should be sized one half The operable sash of the window must inch 1 2 larger than the window size in width remain closed and locked during the entire and height Provide a minimum of one quarter installation process inch 1 4 clearance at the top head and one eighth inch 1 8 clearance on each side Apply a three eights inch 3 8 nominal jamb of the unit Improperly sized rough continuous bead of sealant to the interior openings will not allow the window to function perimeter of the mounting flange nailing fin in as was intended line with the pre punched holes and along the seams of all joints at the corners It is important WINDOW INSTALLATION to properly select and apply sealant Immediately set the window centered in the rough opening and compress the sealant SF against the wall na Select and apply shims as necessary The ae proper number and position of shims is ern important Position shims where support is a needed but do not over or under shim as ast either can cause distortion of the window gp f frame If shims are needed at the sill use continuous support across the entire bottom sill of the window to prevent any warping sagging or crowning Fasten tack upper corner on the side a ee Br jamb not the top head2. in place through the sla mounting flange nailing fin three inches 3 from the corner using an appropriate fastener that will penetrate the stud one inch 1 DO NOT DRIVE THE FASTENER ALL THE WAY IN Adjust the shims and check the window for level plumb and true Make sure the window is square operates smoothly the operable sash is square in its opening and the latches are able to engage Fasten tack the corner diagonally opposite the upper corner that was tacked first on the side jamb not the bottom sill in place through the mounting flange nailing fin Use caution to avoid covering any window three inches 3 from the corner using an appropriate fastener that will penetrate the stud Woop IOS V SONAM parE ORA eer one inch 1 DO NOT DRIVE THE FASTENER ALL THE WAY IN CLEANING THE WINDOW Start cleaning the window by removing any visible residue Clean and Clear all excess building materials such as plaster cement soil paint and excess caulk sealant from the window to ensure proper functioning A vacuum cleaner should be used to remove loose debris and drywall dust from the window track and interlock Inspect and clean all weepholes to ensure proper drainage of the window A mild detergent cleaner can be used along with a soft sponge to gently scrub the surface of the window if soil still adheres Mild detergent deemed safe for bare hands should be safe to use on vinyl windows ABRAS
3. IVE PADS SHOULD NOT BE USED TO CLEAN FINISHED SURFACES 7 p
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