ROW highly recommends any window installation
or glass replacement be performed by qualified
personnel. If you do not already have a company for these procedures,
ROW has provided the names and numbers of several companies
that can help below.
None of these contractors are specifically authorized or certified
by ROW Window Company, nor are they affiliated with the ROW
Window Company in any way.
Window Installation/Replacement
Powerpoint Construction Company (815) 774-0167
Window Repair/Reglazing
Glass Replacement Company (708) 387-1080
Arc Glass Replacement Company (708) 236-9220
If you choose to perform the installation yourself, we hope
the information below provides you with the details you need.
You may also want to visit astm.org and
refer to the ASTM E 2112 Standard Practice for the "Installation
of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights" for additional
installation guidelines.
The installation instructions guidelines provided by ROW below
takes into consideration several factors.
- The construction is for a typical wood frame wall. If this
is not the case, the installation may require additional
materials and expanded instructions and methods.
- The structure on which the installation is being performed
has been properly managed for water and moisture drainage.
A complete vapor barrier needs to be applied to the
window opening and the ROW window(s) being installed must
be properly flashed.
- Building codes have minimum egress size requirements determined
by the window type,
application and area in which the dwelling resides. It is
the responsibility of the builder and/or installer to assure
these building code requirements are met.
Primed Wood Double Hung and Casement Windows - New
Installation
- Center in rough opening.
- Nail top corner through head casing. Use 3"casing
nails.
- Level window along head casing and nail at other top corner.
- Shim under sill to level window assembly.
- Shim both side jambs between studs and window frame.
(Double Hung) Shim at check rail. Width inside should be
the same at top, center and bottom of frame.
(Casement) Shim at center.
- Complete nailing of nailing fin perimeter.
- Install drip cap.
- Caulk perimeter with a high grade exterior caulk after
brick and/or exterior siding is applied.
Clad Aluminum Double Hung and Casement Windows with
Vinyl Nailing Fins - New Installation
- Center in rough opening.
- Nail one top corner of nailing fin.
- Level sill - plumb one side of jamb.
- Nail adjacent top corner.
- From inside - shim both side jambs between studs and window
frame.
(Double Hung) Shim check rail to remove any bow at center
of window frame and storm window frame.
(Casement) Shim at center.
- Complete nailing of nailing fin perimeter.
(Double Hung) DO NOT slant nails into or behing vinyl balances.
- Install drip cap as needed.
- Caulk perimeter with a high grade exterior caulk after
brick and/or exterior siding is applied.
Vinyl Windows - New Installation
- Caulk behind the nailing fin with a high grade exterior
caulk prior to installing the unit in the opening.
- Center window until in rough opening.
- Nail one corner through holes in the nailing fin. (Use
large headed roofing nails)
- Level head jamb and nail opposite corner.
- Plumb unit and nail down each side, placing shims where
needed to keep sides straight. (Nail every 12" to 16")
- Shim under sill to prevent sagging.
- Nail along bottom.
- Fill area between window and window frame with batt type
insulation.
(DO NOT overfill and distort jambs)
- Leave enough space for expansion when installing siding.
- Clean vinyl windows with mild soap and water.
Important Glider Note: DO NOT bow head or sill. The sash must
glide freely after unit has been installed.
DO NOT paint or stain any vinyl hardware.
Any alterations to glass negates warranty.
Saf-T-Tilt / Double Hung
Open window 6" to 8" from bottom. Grasp top of lower
sash and pull lightly toward you. With other hand, depress
side spring balance channels, so the window sash jumps over
the track of the vinyl channel.
Holding Window Out of Track at One Side
Depress vinyl channel on opposite side in same manner.
To tilt upper window sash, repeat same as above. Do not tilt
sash beyond 90û.
In some cases, a sash may slowly creep when fully opened or
closed. Tilt sash, turn adjusting screws clockwise until creeping
stops.
CAUTION: In brick veneer walls, leave adequate clearance between
the bottom of the window sill and masonry for caulking and
dimensional change of structure framework.
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