JELD-WEN THDJW143300076 Instructions / Assembly
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1. framework of studs often called a buck has already been properly fastened and sealed to the concrete masonry wall by a building professional FULLY SHEATHED WALL CONSTRUCTION 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 Thank you for selecting JELD WEN products Attached are JELD WEN s recommended installation instructions for metal clad wood windows with nailing fin or primed wood windows with exterior trim While the use of these installation instructions is recommended installation in strict compliance with AAMA specifications 2400 02 is an alternate method of installation and will not affect 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 Applied Nailing Fin A mechanically attached vinyl fin that creates a flange around the perimeter of the window and is used to attach the window to the rough opening Buck A wood framework attached to the masonry inside a window or patio door rough opening Integral Nailing Fin A fin that is part of the extruded aluminum cladding and used to at2. must rest on and be supported by the shims 2 Fasten window through the nail fin exterior trim 3 7 from one lower corner 3 Shim side jambs 4 6 from each corner at the center point and 8 apart Shims must be set back 1 4 from the interior of the jamb as shown Secure with sealant 4 Inspect window for square level and plumb Test for proper operation remove and reinstall if necessary Note Fastener heads must be flush Do not dent nailing fin or damage exterior trim 5 Fasten window through the exterior trim fin 4 from the corners and 8 apart all the way around the window 6 If applicable install two 8 screws through each masonry clip and into the framing Screws must be long enough to penetrate framing by at least 1 7 Hung windows must be Windows rated for DP50 or Cut a piece of drip cap the Apply 1 4 bead of sealant Center the drip cap on the Apply sealant underneath fastened through the jamb adjusters with 8 x 2 screws provided Straighten the jambs per the instructions provided with the screws Interior above including impact must be fastened through the jambs and head 4 from each corner and at 8 intervals with 8 x 3 screws as shown Screws must penetrate shims APPLY DRIP CAP TO WINDOWS WITH EXTERIOR TRIM length of the header trim 1 4 to allow for 1 8 overlap past the ends of the trim to header trim as shown tr
3. windows rated above DP50 cut a 2 wide strip of drain mat and apply vertically beneath the drain mat at 12 intervals Width of rough opening 0 0 5 PREPARE WINDOW SEPARATELY SUPPLIED DRIP CAP This step applies to nail fin units only windows with exterior trim will install drip cap in section 6 INSTALL WINDOW Lay a 1 4 bead of sealant across the header as shown and tap the drip cap into the groove with a wood block SEAL WINDOW e For units with exterior trim run a 3 8 continuous bead of sealant around the interior of the window where the trim meets the window frame Tool into a fillet shape INSTALL MASONRY CLIPS ON THE SILL Note Install clips on any windows that DO NOT have exterior trim or a fin on the sill 1 Install masonry clips 4 from each corner and every 16 on center under sill with two 8 x 3 4 screws per clip 2 For units rated above DP50 run a continuous 3 8 bead of sealant on the interior Framing side of the nail fin trim where it will contact the structure Masonry Clip RELIABILITY for real life JW A JELD WEN WINDOWS amp DOORS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for Wood Clad Wood Windows with Exterior Trim or Nail Fin J11024 6 INSTALL WINDOW WARNING To avoid injury use at least two people to install Adequately support the window until completely fastened 1 Place window onto the shims and tilt into the rough opening The window sill
4. ED MATERIALS amp TOOLS NEEDED MATERIALS Note Follow all material manufacturers instructions for proper use and compatibility e 3 galvanized casing nails exterior trim windows or 1 3 4 galvanized roofing nails nailing fin windows Nails must penetrate at least 1 into wall structure or as required by local code e 8 x 3 screws for windows rated at DP50 or above including impact e Galvanized drip cap or factory supplied e Sealant Protecto Wrap Protecto Sealant 25XL or equivalent e Polyurethane low expansion foam Dow Great Stuff Window and Door or equivalent e Shims not water degradable or compressible For mulled units or windows without trim or fin on the sill e Masonry clips e 8 x 3 4 screws for fastening masonry clips to the window e 8 screws for attaching masonry clips to structure Screws must penetrate at least 1 into framing For installations into a stud framed wall e JELD WEN 8 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 Wood Clad Wood Windows with Exterior Trim or Nail Fin J11024 MATERIALS AND WINDOW HANDLING e Make s
5. JELD WEN WINDOWS amp DOORS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for Wood Clad Wood Windows with Exterior Trim or Nail Fin J1l024 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 These instructions do not apply to bow and bay windows and apply only to windows with a horizontal flat sill 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 Estimated Install First Time 4 0 hr Time for New Experienced 2 5 hr Construction Professional 1 5 hr ie 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
6. ap 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 trim fin and add 1 8 Transfer this measurment Measure from the outside edge of from trim the sill and draw a line all to Interior niie edge of along the sill This is where frame the back of the JELD WEN drain mat will sit 2 Cut a piece of drain mat the length of the sill plus 6 3 Place drain mat on rough opening sill wrapping the drain mat up 3 on each jamb as shown 4 Pull release tape and set JELD WEN drain mat into place 5 Fold the drain mat down onto the sheathing Staple drain mat to the wall and seal the corner edges as shown 6 Smooth out any bubbles or creases with a J roller Note Shims must be 1 4 shorter than the depth of the drain mat should level the sill and be no more than 1 4 thick 7 Shim the sill 4 from each corner at 8 intervals and on both sides of mull joints ze en with non water degradable DP50 only or compressible shims Secure shims with sealant For additional drainage for
7. ease the building wrap AFTER AFTERINSTALLATION gt S e above the header previously taped up and overlap the header flashing Seal the ends with self adhesive flashing or building wrap tape 2 Seal all four corners of the window with a 3 8 bead of sealant Tool into a fillet shape 3 Seal any gaps or openings at end of horizontal mull joints with sealant 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 e Adjust window for best operation e Remove protective film from cladding if present immediately after installation remove from glass within one year e Protect recently installed units from damage from plaster paint etc by covering the unit with plastic e Finish all exposed wood surfaces immediately following installation Low expansion 7 foam 4 Create a continuous air seal SG on the interior between 2 the rough opening and the window frame with low Bak of Rough Drain mat drain mat opening expansion polyurethane foam or backer rod and sealant On the sill the foam or sealant must create this air seal by integrating the back of the drain mat with the window frame and the rough opening 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 Rel
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9. im and nail in place as shown the drip cap where it meets both ends of the trim FLASH WINDOW WINDOWS WITH A NAIL FIN INSTALLED INTO STUD FRAMING ONLY Cut pieces of self adhesive flashing as follows DP50 or below Above DP50 4 flashing 6 flashing One header piece 10 longer than the 14 longer than the header header Two side pieces 7 longer than the 10 longer than the jamb jamb One sill piece 6 longer than the sill Apply spray adhesive protect window from overspray to nailing fin and building wrap around the window as shown SPRAY ADHESIVE PRIMER RELIABILITY for real life JW lt a JELD WEN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WINDOWS amp DOORS for Wood Clad Wood Windows with Exterior Trim or Nail Fin J1024 7 FLASH WINDOW CONTINUED APPLY THE SELF ADHESIVE FLASHING 3 Center and apply the header piece above the header Note Keep the edge of the overlapping the side pieces JELD WEN self adhesive as shown flashing as close to the window frame as possible and apply over the nail fin 4 Press the flashing down with a J roller being careful to remove any gaps or bubbles beneath self adhesive flashing remove and replace if necessary 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 E COMPLETE INSTALLATION Rel
10. in the opening to help keep the sash in place and the unit square INSPECT WINDOW e Cosmetic damage e Product squareness diagonal measurements not more than 1 4 different 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 Correct product size color grid pattern handing glazing energy efficiency requirements etc e Drip cap that extends the length of the exterior trim plus 1 8 overhang on each end all units require a drip cap drip cap may or may not be pre installed 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 ope
11. ning 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 7 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 level 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 PREPARE WINDOW RELIABILITY for real life JW lt a JELD WEN WINDOWS amp DOORS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for Wood Clad Wood Windows with Exterior Trim or Nail Fin J11024 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 shipl
12. tach the window to the rough opening Masonry Clip A galvanized metal strap that secures the window to the structure 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 layer below it so that water runs down the outside 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 NEED
13. ure 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 from 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 1 8 tapered bit and 3 8 countersink RELIABILITY for real life JW lt a JELD WEN WINDOWS amp DOORS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for Wood Clad Wood Windows with Exterior Trim or Nail Fin JI024 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 Cut off any staple legs exposed on the side of the frame Note Double hung windows may have banding on the interior of the unit Do not remove until the window is secured
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