2SETTING AND FASTENING THE WINDOW
A.Install and level shims.3ODFHZLGHE\WKLFNVKLPV RQWKHERWWRPRIWKHRSHQLQJIURPHDFKVLGHEHQHDWK WUDQVLWLRQEDUVDQGPXOOLRQMRLQWV.HHSVKLPVEDFNIURP interior face of window. Adjust shims as necessary to ensure the sill is level. Once level, attach shims to prevent movement.
Note: Improper placement of shims may result in bowing the bottom of the window.
B.Remove plastic wrap and cardboard packaging from
window. DO NOT open the window until it is fully fastened.
Note: For best results, install the window with the sash closed and locked with the shipping spacers in place.
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TWO OR MORE PEOPLE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THE FOLLOWING STEPS.
Note: If fins are to be installed to no fin units, go to the Applying Installation Fin instructions on the back before proceeding to step C.
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Place the bottom of the window on the spacers at the bottom of the opening, then tilt the top into position. Center the window between the sides of the opening to
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D.Plumb and square window.3ODFHVKLPVIURPWKH bottom and top of the window between the window and
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Note: DO NOT shim above the window or in the space between the spacers at the bottom of the window. DO NOT over shim.
E.Check the interior reveal. Make sure the measurement from the interior face of the window to the interior face of the wall is equal at several points around the window.
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spacers located between the bottom of the vent panel and the frame sill. Open and close the window a few times to check for proper operation. Close and lock the window.
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Note: If there are any problems with the operations of the window, recheck shim locations and adjust for plumb and square.