1 REMOVE THE EXISTING SASH
Note: Remove the new window from its packaging. Inspect and measure the new window to ensure it will fit into
the opening prior to removing the existing window. The window needs to be 3/4" smaller in both width and height than the pocket frame.
A.Unlock the window. Raise the lower sash and lower the upper sash so both are in the approximate middle of the frame.
Note: Most of the following steps may be completed from the exterior of the house.
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Head Parting Stop |
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B.Remove the head parting stop. Remove any head parting stop by pulling the stop down from the frame. In some cases, the stops are nailed on and can simply be pulled off. In other situations the stops may need to be pried or cut out of the frame.
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Jamb Stops |
Remove Sashes
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C.Remove the exterior jamb and head stops. This can be accomplished with a wood chisel, circular saw, reciprocating saw,
D.Remove the upper and lower sash. This will vary per manufacturer of existing windows.
Some will simply pull out, while others may need to be cut to be removed. Grasp the sash and pull out of the frame. The jamb liner material may come out of the frame when pulling the sash out.
E.Remove any and all jamb liner material. Some liners may have frame attachment fasteners that will need to be removed before the liners can be removed.
Caution: Spring loaded balances can cause injury; use care when removing balances from existing windows.
