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E.Apply sill flashing tape #1. #UT A PIECE OFImASHING TAPE A longer than the opening width. Apply at the bottom of the
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Note: The tape is cut 12" longer than the width so that it will extend 6" up each side of the opening.
F.Tab the sill flashing tape and fold. #UT WIDE TABSIAT EACHT CORNER FROM EACHESIDE OF CORNER E& F&OLDLTAPE TOATHEE exterior and press firmly to adhere it to the water resistive barrier.
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Note: The flashing tape may not fully cover framing members.
H. Install and level sill spacers. Place
WIDEWBYY THICK SPACERS ONKTHES BOTTOM OFOTHE WINDOWWOPENINGE from each side. Spacers are also required at points where windows are joined
in multiple window applications. Add shims as necessary to ensure the spacers are level. Once level, attach spacers and shims to prevent movement.
Note: Improper placement of shims or spacers may result in bowing the bottom of the window.
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2WINDOW PREPARATION
A.Remove plastic wrap and cardboard packaging from window.
Note: If screens, grilles or hardware are removed from the window at this time, label them and store them in a protected area.
For installation using installation clips, preceed to Step C.
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B.Windows using frame screws:
DRILLI DIAMETERCLEARANCEA holes through the frame as shown on the placement diagram.
Space the holes a maximum
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C.Fold out installation fin to 90°. Be careful not to remove or tear the fin corners.
Note: If the fin is not at 90°, the window will not line up correctly on the interior.
D. Windows using Installation Clips: Install installation clips. Place the clip so that the lip is facing up and against the installation fin, at the locations shown in the placement DIAGRAM 3ECUREETHETCLIP BYYDRIVINGI X v CORROSIONI
#6 x 5/8” corrosion resistant screws
Lip
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resistant screws through the outer two holes of the three holes shown.