NOTE:

These installation instructions require that some type of weather resistant “ liquid applied or peal and stick ” waterproofing membrane has been installed inside of the window openings (minimum 4" deep into the opening and at least 3" around the perimeter on the exterior face of walls prior to the installation of the windows). Installation of waterproofing in the window openings should be done by waterproofing contractor. Installation directly against the sheathing is not recommended. Additional materials needed to complete the installation are: silicone caulking, 6” wide (minimum) membrane water barrier tape, shimming material (horse shoe shims preffered), 1 2/2” galvanized or stainless steel screws for installation.

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Construction of the Opening

New construction window openings must be square, plumb, level,

using materials that are free of warps, twists, etc. Check opening for

squareness by measuring the diagonals as shown to the right. The

opening is square if the measurements are the same. The opening

should be 3/4"” larger than the tip to tip window frame size to allow

for any necessary shimming.

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IMPORTANT – be sure the construction of the opening meets all

applicable building codes and standards.

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Preparation of the Opening and window installation

1. Ensure that the window opening is build correctly, square, plumb, level and correct size. Size of the opening should be exact size of the window from tip to tip plus additional 3/4" on the width and height (done by carpenters)

 

2. Apply waterproofing at minimum 4" deep from exterior face of wall and at minimum 3" around the perimeter of the opening at the face of the window. (Done by waterproofing contractor) 

 

3. Insert window into the window opening from interior of the building using manual suction cups and man power or using automatic window lifter.

 

4. Make sure that window is inserted in to the opening at the correct depth, plumb and level and centered in the opening.

 

5. Shim as needed according to the shimming diagram, minimum of 1/4" shim at the bottom of the window

 

6. Using 1 1/2" galvanized self drilling screws fasten the window at the interior to the window opening using mounting streps that are pre-installed on the window perimeter. Minimum of 1 screw per mounting strap. Fasten through all straps around the perimeter of the window.

 

7. Insert 1/2" - 5/8" backer rod at the interior perimeter of the window against waterproofing and seal entire perimeter of the window

 

8. Install interior secondary waterproofing silicon sealant around the entire perimeter of the window. Ensure to use silicon sealant that is compatible with waterproofing barrier. Ensure that the silicon joint is properly tooled and finished according to silicon sealant manufacturers recommendations

 

9. When access to the exterior of the window is possible insert 1/2" - 5/8" backer rod at the exterior perimeter of the window 

 

10. Install exterior primary waterproofing silicon sealant around the entire perimeter of the window. Ensure to use silicon sealant that is compatible with waterproofing barrier. Ensure that the silicon joint is properly tooled and finished according to silicon sealant manufacturers recommendations

 

11. Install stainless steel drip edge above the head of the window. Make sure that the drip edge is installed 3" passed the jamb of the window on each side and that the drip edge is sealed to the waterproofing of the exterior wall using sealants that are compatible with waterproofing barrier used for waterproofing of the building.

 

12. Finish installation of exterior finishes around the window

 

13. Install backer rod and finish silicon sealant around the entire perimeter of the window frame. Provide water weep holes at the head of the window above stainless steel drip edge to allow water to escape from behind the exterior finish wall cavity. Ensure to use silicon sealant that is compatible with exterior wall finish and is designed for UV exposure. Ensure that the silicon joint is properly tooled and finished according to silicon sealant manufacturers recommendations.

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