Philips Manufactured Housing Vinyl Window User's Manual
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1. IPHILIPS PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED HOUSING VINYL WINDOW INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EXCLUDES STORM WINDOWS PHILIPS PRODUCTS Lit 1610 PHONE NUMBER 3 05 574 296 0000 Rev 2 GENERAL PROPER INSTALLATION IS ESSENTIAL FOR THE 2 ACCEPTABLE PERFORMANCE OF THIS WINDOW IMPROPER INSTALLATION WILL VOID THE WARRANTY These instructions are for Philips Products Inc vinyl windows only 5 PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING THE WINDOW These instructions represent an acceptable installation method Other methods may be acceptable Determining the acceptability of alternate installation methods is the sole responsibility of the housing manufacturer Appropriate personal protective equipment such as safety glasses gloves steel toed boots etc should be worn during the installation process Caution Weight of products requires proper lifting techniques Use a reasonable number of people with the required strength to carry lift and install the window unit These instructions are not intended to address all of the safety issues associated with the installation of these windows it is the responsibility of the housing manufacturer to establish appropriate safety practices PHILIPS PRODUCTS INC DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE PRODUCTS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE BUILDING CODES AND REGULATIONS It is the responsibility of the housing manufacturer to insure the products and methods used2. in construction and installation conform to all applicable building codes and regulations For casement style windows see page 9 for additional instructions Do not leave windows in direct sunlight when wrapped Check the squareness with diagonal measurements see figure 1 The difference between 1 to 4 and 2 to 3 should not exceed 1 4 If the R O does not conform to these requirements it must be modified so that the sill is square to the floor within tolerance and the diagonals are within the 1 4 allowance Figure 1 STRUCTURAL HEADER 4 FRAMING TAME SR SQUARE 2 SILL PLATE Inspect the exterior face of the R O where the mounting flange of the window will contact This area must not have gaps or voids beneath the mounting flange The sheathing or exterior wall material that the window will be fastened to must be structurally adequate so that the window unit is fully anchored ROUGH OPENING PREPARATION i Make certain the rough opening referred to as R O in the remainder of document is correctly sized and constructed The R O must be greater in width and height than the portion of the window that fits in the R O The R O sill must be square within 1 8 across its width However if the R O sill is out of square by a greater amount it may not be possible to shim and square the window in the opening 2 WINDOW INSPECTION AND PREPARATION Window Terminology Become familiar with the terminology used thr
3. and the exterior perimeter of the R O Gaps or voids in this area may provide a path for water and air to enter It is possible to install the window upside down and or inside out which will cause the unit to operate incorrectly thereby voiding the warranty Note The weep holes are always at the bottom of the window at the exterior face see figure 2 Never fill modify or block weep holes Apply a continuous bead of pumpable sealant to the back side of the mounting flange see figure 3 in line with pre punched holes Caution If the window units are pre sealed prior to installation a skin may form on the sealant causing a potential for failure Refer to the sealant manufacturers instructions for sealant curing time Be sure to install the window before the sealant sets up on the mounting flange WINDOW INSTALLATION 1 Place the window in the R O with the window sill resting on the R O sill If the R O sill is not square to the floor and if you have elected to shim the window then place shims beneath the low corner of the unit until the sill of the unit is square Shims must be placed beneath the extreme corners of the window frame additional shims must be placed every 12 on center to fully sup port the weight of the unit Shims may be used at the frame jambs if these frame jambs are not straight and plumb use enough shims to straighten and plumb the frame jambs Shims should not be used at the frame head of a un
4. it if R O header deflects building loads will be transferred to window causing improper operation or failure of window Center the window from left to right but do not remove the sill from contact with the R O sill and any shims that were required to square the sill of the unit When installing windows it is required to use corrosion resistant fasteners that produce a minimum of 1 penetration into the framing members While holding the window flat against the exterior of the wall start a fastener in the approximate center of one of the frame jamb mounting flanges Continue installing fasteners in the following order center of opposite frame jamb center of head and center of sill Note If scaffolding interferes with the top of the window it is acceptable to install this later when it is more accessible Warning Do not over drive fasteners to do so will fracture or unduly deform the mounting flange and compromise the seal Use caution in cold weather when installing fasteners through the nailing fin the vinyl material becomes more brittle as temperatures decrease Do not apply fasteners or staples through any other surface of the window other than the Philips specified areas and or the mounting flange Failure to comply may void any manufacture warranty HEAD MOUNTING Warning Fenestration products are not to be used with corrugated metal siding After the fasteners have been installed through the midpoint of each moun
5. it 1607 Figure 5 BUILDING INTERIOR MOUNTING FLANGE SCREEN all ACCESSORY GROVE BUILDING EXTERIOR CASEMENT INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 1 Install the window per steps 1 through 5 under window installation 2 Install the head and frame jamb flashing per steps 1 through 5 as instructed previously 2 Open all operable sashes to remove the shipping clips installed on the top and bottom of the sash farthest away from the hinges Note The clips are applied with adhesive and must be removed for proper operation CASEMENT WINDOW HINGE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES NOTE THESE PROCEDURES ARE TO BE USED ONLY IF THE WINDOW NEEDS FUTURE ADJUSTING FLAT gt FITS 3 8 WRENCH NON ADJUSTED POSITION SHOWN WITH SUPPORT ARM REMOVED STUD ADJUSTED A ra ADJUSTA WRENCH TRUTH P N 31887 1 The amount of sash that this hinge will compensate for is dependant on the ratio of the sash width vs sash height To calculate the amount of sash drag adjustment for any given window size take the ratio of width to height multiplied by 1 16 Example Sash size equals 24 x 36 width to height ratio is 667 Total adjustment is 667 x 1 16 042 approx 3 64 2 To adjust the casement sash first fully open the window Next slip the adjustment wrench Truth part number 31887 onto the base of the stud found between the support arm and the track of the lower hinge Swinging the wrench away from the lock side
6. n Insulate between the window frame and the interior of the R O at both jambs and at the head Caution Do not over pack insulation as bowed frame jambs may result Expandable foam type material may bow frame also causing improper operation of the unit Cleaning Do not use abrasive cleaners on the glass as they may perma nently scratch or mar the surface Any cleaners other than a mild deter gent and soft cloth should be tried in a small corner of the window so as to check whether they damage the finish Weather stripping hardware components tracks or vinyl components should not be painted or stained Flashing Philips recommends the use of flashing for proper drainage Reference Section 16 New Construction Installations of AAMA Installer Certification Manual It is also acceptable to use a house wrap system that is sealed and allows no opportunity for water to penetrate behind the mounting flange to the interior wall cavity When using staple guns to install vinyl windows and sliding doors it it not necessary that one leg of the staple pass through the nailing fin hole Care must be taken to not break the fin If a fin is cracked or the staple blows through the fin it must be repaired by sealing the crack with sealant and placing a properly installed staple 1 or 2 on each side of the blow through OPTIONAL FIELD MULLING STACKING PROCEDURES Series 800 Windows Only For mulling stacking instructions use L
7. ough out these instructions by studying figure 2 SINGLE HUNG HEAD MOUNTING Figure 2 FLANGE FIXED LITE JAMB MOUNTING GLASS FLANGE SCREEN SASH OR INSERT SILL MOUNTING WEEP HOLE FLANGE SILL TWIN SINGLE HUNG HEAD MULLION CAP MOUNTING F MULLION FLANGE LOCK NOT JAMB SHOWN MOUNTING FLANGE SCREEN r SASH OR INSERT SILL SILL L WEEP HOLE MOUNTING FLANGE HORIZONTAL SLIDER FIXED HEAD LITE MOUNTING SASH GLASS FLANGE OR INSERT JAMB MOUNTING FLANGE SILL HOLES SILL MOUNTING FLANGE 4 Measure the window prior to proceeding with the installation to ensure that it matches the rough opening These windows are fabricated with fusion welded joined corners Care should be exercised in the handling of the products as it is possible to crack the welded outer frame Inspect the outer frame for damage If frame is cracked fractured or damaged due to handling contact Philips Products Inc for instructions Inspect the mounting flanges to ensure they have not been damaged or distorted during shipping or handling to the extent that they will not seat flat against the exterior perimeter of the R O If damaged or distorted straighten the mounting flange so that it will make contact with the exterior face of the wall or contact Philips Products Inc for instructions Windows must always be closed and locked during installation Make sure there are no gaps or voids between the window mounting flange
8. ting flange it is recommended that you re check the window to be certain it is centered from side to side in the opening and that the window frame members are straight and that the window frame is square measure opposite corners of the window frame in a manner similar to measuring the diagonals of the R O it should be within 1 8 Before proceeding it is recommended that you check to ensure window operates properly If it does not remove fasteners and reinstall window as per above instructions If shipping block s is present remove at this time FLANGE i 1 1 4 R l 1 4 10 MAX TYP _ FRAME JAMB MOUNTING FLANGE FASTENERS Figure 4 6 Caution The mounting flange is provided with pre punched holes never leave holes or slots unsealed water can penetrate Caution Fasteners should be installed so spacing is not more than 10 on center see figure 4 but may be installed closer together if so desired Continue installation of the rest of the fasteners starting in the center of each member and progressing out to the corners Fasteners must be installed close enough together to ensure the sealant on the back of mounting flange makes full contact with the exterior perimeter of the R O T Note One 1 fastener must be installed at each corner so that it is within to 1 2 of the end of the frame member extrusion joined to form the corner see figure 4 OPTIONAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Insulatio
9. window will decrease the amount of sash drag The maximum sash drag adjustment is reached when the stud flats are parallel to the track Note turning the stud flats beyond parallel will not increase sash drag correction 3 For severe sash drag a similar procedure can be used on the upper hinge Upper hinge adjustment is made by swinging the wrench toward the lock side of the window Maximum adjustment may cause binding as the window is closed Please use caution 4 Stud may be adjusted with std 3 8 wrench if support arm is removed before adjustment Instructions developed and written by Truth Hardware 10
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