2PREPARING AND SETTING THE WINDOW (CONTINUED)
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TWO OR MORE PEOPLE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THE FOLLOWING STEPS
B.Insert the window from the exterior of the building. Place the seat of the window at the bottom of the opening and slide the top into position. Center the window between the sides of the opening to allow clearance for shimming.
Note: If cross bracing is required for soffit installation of the cable systems, proceed to Step 3A and install cross bracing before unit is inserted into the rough opening.
C. Place temporary bracing under the seat of the
window to raise the unit level.
D. Place a shim near the top of the one jamb board, aligned with the top
E. Continue placing shims at each
corner is within 1/8" in both directions. Insert a #102C x 3" flat head wood screw into each
the jamb boards. Finish inserting the top screw in each jamb board.
Interior | Interior |
2E | 2E |
F.If desired, shim and fasten headboard to rough opening. To keep plywood straight, center one finish head screw or 10D finish nail on units less than 10 feet wide and equally space two fasteners on units wider than 10 feet.
Cross bracing mount
3CABLE CLAMP INSTALLATION
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Note: Support cables are installed in factory assembled bay and bow combinations.
Install Cable Clamps based on type of installation needed. Cross Bracing Installation consists of attaching 2 x 6 cross bracing between the rafter tails. Header Mount Installation consists of attaching to a solid structural member - header, sill plates or wall stud.
Header |
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