JELD-WEN THDJW143200194 Instructions / Assembly
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1. The wall framing is covered by sheathing Windows will be mounted flush against the sheathing This installation assumes building wrap is properly installed prior to installation INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for Vinyl Windows with Integral Nailing Fin 11001 Thank you for selecting JELD WEN products Attached are JELD WEN s recommended installation instructions for Vinyl windows with an integral nailing fin While the use of these installation instructions is recommended installation in strict compliance with AAMA specifications 2400 02 is an alternate method of window installation Use of the AAMA specifications 2400 02 will not affect application of the JELD WEN limited warranty Newer construction methods have led to an increase in air and water tightness in buildings This frequently leads to negative air pressure inside the home which can draw water through very small openings Our installation method integrates the window with the weather barrier of the structure typically building wrap GLOSSARY Buck A wood framework attached to the masonry inside a window or patio door rough opening Mull Joint The joint where two or more window units are structurally joined together Mulled Unit Two or more window units structurally joined together Precast Sill A pre formed concrete block placed in the sill of a masonry block wall to support a window Shiplap The layering method in which each layer overlaps the layer2. below it so that water runs down the outside Weep Hole weep channel The visible exit or entry part of a water drainage system used to drain water out of a window OPEN STUD CONSTRUCTION The wall framing must be covered by backing support before the window can be installed The window will be mounted with the nailing fin exterior trim flush against the applied backing support This backing support should be a non water degradable thin max 1 8 thick sheet material such as vinyl sheeting Completely surround the rough opening with the backing support Backing support must be applied before building wrap RELIABILITY for real life JW as JELD WEN WINDOWS amp DOORS m SAFETY amp HANDLING SAFETY e Read and fully understand ALL manufacturers instructions before beginning e Do not work alone Two or more people are required Use safe lifting techniques e Use caution when handling glass Broken or cracked glass can cause serious injury e Wear protective gear e g safety glasses gloves ear protection etc e Operate hand power tools safely and follow manufacturer s operating instructions e Use caution when working at elevated heights eer NEEDED MATERIALS amp TOOLS NEEDED MATERIALS Note Follow all material manufacturers instructions for proper use and compatibility e 1 3 4 galvanized roofing nails Nails must penetrate at least 1 into framing or as required by l
3. JELD WEN WINDOWS amp DOORS ey IMPORTANT INFORMATION amp GLOSSARY Not all window types may be installed into every wall condition in all areas Consult your local building code official for applicable building codes and regulations Local building code requirements supersede recommended installation instructions Please Note Installations where the sill is higher than 35 feet above ground level or any product installation into a wall condition not specifically addressed in these instructions must be designed by an architect or structural engineer Failure to install windows into square level and plumb openings could result in denial of warranty claims for operational or performance problems Note to Installer Provide a copy of these instructions to the building owner By installing this product you acknowledge the terms and conditions of the limited product warranty as part of the terms of the sale Ooo o o First Tie 4 0 hr Estimated Instal Time for New Experienced 2 5 hr Construction __ Professional 1 5 hr ROUGH OPENINGS This installation guide specifically addresses masonry block wall sheathed wall and open stud construction MASONRY BLOCK WALL CONSTRUCTION This installation assumes that a framework of studs often called a buck has already been properly fastened and sealed to the concrete masonry wall by a building professional ae FULLY SHEATHED WALL CONSTRUCTION
4. f the frame plus 1 8 overhang on each end is required e Splits cracks holes missing sections or other damage to the nailing fin longer than 6 and or within 1 2 of window frame If any of the above conditions represent a concern or if you expect environmental conditions to exceed the window s performance rating do not install the window Contact your dealer or distributor for recommendations 2 INSPECT ROUGH OPENING e Verify the rough opening is level and plumb C and D The maximum allowable deviation is 1 16 for every 2 of rough opening not to exceed 1 8 e The rough opening sill must not be crowned or sagged D e The exterior face of the rough opening must be in a single plane E with less than 1 8 twist from corner to corner e Minimum double studs king and jack trimmer should be used to support the header at all rough openings Note This section applies to installations into a masonry wall only For installations into a stud framed wall begin apple with section 4 PREPARE flashing STUD FRAMED WALL k 1 Seal any joint larger than 1 16 in the buck and between the buck and the concrete masonry with sealant 2 Cover the buck and the surrounding concrete L l masonry at the head and jambs with liquid applied flashing as shown 3 If installing into a four sided buck seal the sill in a similar manner Note Shims must be 1 4 shorter than the depth of the window sill should le
5. ior 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 e Install exterior wall surface within 30 days of window installation e Maintain gap of 1 4 3 8 between window frame and final exterior wall surface No expansion contraction joint is needed for integral J channel windows installed into a structure with aluminum or vinyl siding e Protect recently installed units from damage from plaster paint etc by covering the unit with plastic 5 Ensure weep holes channels are clear of debris for proper water drainage Do not seal weep holes channels Please visit jeld wen com resources for warranty and care and maintenance information Thank you for choosing JELD WEN WINDOWS amp DOORS 2008 JELD WEN inc JELD WEN and Reliability for real life are registered trademarks of JELD WEN inc Oregon USA All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners 12 08 6 RELIABILITY for real life JW as
6. nd evenly spaced no more than 8 apart Secure shims with sealant level and plumb Test for proper operation remove and reinstall if necessary RELIABILITY for real life JW A JELD WEN WINDOWS amp DOORS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for Vinyl Windows with Integral Nailing Fin JIl001 5 INSTALL WINDOW CONTINUED SECURE WINDOW Note Fastener heads must be flush Do not dent nailing fin The first 12 beyond mull joints on both sides must be fastened through each nail fin hole with 10 x 1 1 2 truss head screws Nailing fin Mull joint Fasten window through the nailing fin holes 3 7 from the corners and 8 apart all the way around the window For All DP50 OR ABOVE Windows Fasten window through each nailing fin hole every 4 Cut pieces of self adhesive flashing as follows DP50 or below 4 flashing One header piece 10 longer than the 14 longer than the header header Above DP50 6 flashing Two side pieces 7 longer than the 10 longer than the jamb jamb One sill piece 6 longer than the sill SPRAY ADHESIVE PRIMER Apply spray adhesive protect window from overspray to nailing fin and building wrap around the window as shown APPLY THE SELF ADHESIVE FLASHING Note Keep the edge of the JELD WEN self adhesive flashing as close to the window frame as possible and apply over the nail fin 4 Press the flashing down with For DP50 OR ABOVE Tilt Hu
7. ng Windows or Flat Casing Windows ONLY From the interior just above Double Hung Jamb Cutaway from Top the interlock where the 3 8 F clearance sashes meet at center align hole with shims and drill a 3 8 clearance hole through ONLY the first wall of the interior jamb as shown This will allow the screw head to pass through Do not drill all the way through the jamb into the rough opening 6 FLASH WINDOW WINDOWS INSTALLED INTO STUD FRAMING ONLY 1 If installing a window rated above DP50 center and apply 6 wide flashing below the sill 2 Apply the side pieces starting 2 above the header and overlap the drain mat on the sill as shown 3 Center and apply the header piece above the header overlapping the side pieces as shown a J roller being careful to remove any gaps or bubbles beneath self adhesive flashing remove and replace if necessary RELIABILITY for real life JW lt a JELD WEN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WINDOWS amp DOORS for Vinyl Windows with Integral Nailing Fin 11001 7 COMPLETE INSTALLATION 1 Release the building wrap AFTER INSTALLATION from above the header previously taped up and overlap the header flashing Seal the ends with self adhesive flashing 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 fillet shape 4 Create a continuous air seal on the inter
8. ocal code e For mulled and or DP50 or above units 10 x 1 1 2 truss head or washer head stainless steel recommended screws Screws must penetrate at least 1 into framing or as required by local code e Sealant Protecto Wrap Protecto Sealant 25XL or equivalent e Backer rod e Polyurethane low expansion foam Dow Great Stuff Window and Door or equivalent e Shims not water degradable or compressible For installations into a stud framed wall e JELD WEN 4 drain mat material or equivalent e JELD WEN 4 wide self adhesive flashing or equivalent 6 for windows rated above DP50 9 if required by local code e Spray adhesive primer Protecto Wrap Safseal Systems 5500 or as recommended by the self adhesive flashing manufacturer For installations into a buck e Liquid applied flashing Protecto Wrap LWM 200 or equivalent INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for Vinyl Windows with Integral Nailing Fin JI1001 MATERIALS AND WINDOW HANDLING e Make sure operable windows are locked prior to installation e Heed material manufacturers handling and application instructions e Protect adhesive surfaces from dirt moisture direct sunlight and folding over onto themselves e Handle in vertical position do not carry flat or drag on floor e Do not put stress on joints corners or frames e Store window in dry well ventilated area in vertical leaning position to allow air circulation do not stack horizontally e Protect f
9. rom exposure to direct sunlight during storage e Install only into vertical walls and when conditions and sheathing are dry IF INJURY OCCURS IMMEDIATELY SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION e Utility knife e J roller e Hammer e Tape measure e Caulking gun e Construction stapler with 3 8 staples e Level 4 minimum recommended e Drill with bits RELIABILITY for real life JW lt a JELD WEN WINDOWS amp DOORS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for Vinyl Windows with Integral Nailing Fin JIl001 1 REMOVE PACKAGING amp INSPECT WINDOW REMOVE PACKAGING Remove shipping materials such as corner covers shipping blocks or pads If there is a protective film on the glass do not remove it until installation and construction are complete INSPECT WINDOW e Cosmetic damage e Product squareness diagonal measurements not more than 1 4 different e Correct product size color grid pattern handing glazing energy efficiency requirements etc e Cracked frame welds e Verify the width and height of the window are each 1 2 5 8 smaller than the rough opening width and height Mulled units should be 3 4 narrower e Verify the rough opening is square The A and B measurements above should be the same Maximum allowable deviation from square is 1 8 for windows 20 sq ft and smaller and 1 4 for windows larger than 20 sq ft e For side by side mulled units a drip cap that extends the length o
10. ut cutting the drain mat material remove 3 of the foam wedge from each end of the JELD WEN drain mat 4 Place drain mat on rough opening sill wrapping the drain mat up 3 on each jamb as shown 5 Lift up the back of the wicking and staple into place on the sill 6 Pull release tape and set JELD WEN drain mat into place 7 Fold the drain mat down onto the sheathing Staple drain mat to the wall and seal the corner edges as shown 8 For additional drainage for windows rated above DP50 cut a 2 wide strip of drain mat and apply vertically beneath the drain mat at 12 intervals 9 Smooth out any bubbles or creases with a J roller Note Do not trim the back dam of the drain mat Drain mat strips above DP50 only Width of rough opening 5 INSTALL WINDOW WARNING To avoid injury use at least two people to install Adequately support the window until completely fastened Note For units rated above DP50 run a continuous 3 8 bead of sealant around the interior side of the nail fin where it will contact the rough opening 1 Place window sill onto the drain mat liquid applied flashing and tilt into the rough opening The window sill must rest on and be fully supported by the rough opening 2 Fasten window with a galvanized roofing nail through the nailing fin between 3 7 from one lower corner 4 Inspect window for square 3 Shim side jambs on both sides just above interlock a
11. vel the rough opening sill and be no more than 1 4 thick 4 Shim the sill 4 from each corner at 8 intervals and on both sides of mull joints with non water degradable or compressible shims Secure shims with sealant SKIP to section 5 INSTALL WINDOW RELIABILITY for real life JW lt a JELD WEN WINDOWS amp DOORS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for Vinyl Windows with Integral Nailing Fin JIl001 4 PREPARE STUD FRAMED WALL FOR RETROFIT INSTALLATIONS After removing the old window remove sufficient siding to expose enough intact building wrap to properly seal the window to the opening If damaged apply new building wrap in shiplap manner Verify the rough opening framing is structurally sound Continue with the instructions PREPARE BUILDING WRAP Note Check with the building wrap manufacturer to verify the following steps will not void their product warranty Follow manufacturers instructions 1 Trim building wrap flush with the rough opening 2 At the head cut building wrap at 45 and tape up as shown PREPARE SILL 1 Measure the width of the frame from the interior to the nail fin and add 1 8 Transfer this measurment from the outside edge of the rough opening sill and draw a line all along the rough opening sill This Measure frame is where the back of the width JELD WEN drain mat will sit 2 Cut a piece of drain mat the length of the sill plus 6 3 Witho
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