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SEA SEALA LAN NT T
© 2010 Pella Corporation
Part Number: 816G0101
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION - INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN
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FOR PELLA PRECISION FIT , CASEMENT, RENOVATION POCKET
REPLACEMENT AND FIXED WINDOW REPLACEMENT
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Important! The Pella Precision Fit Casement Replacement Window is designed to replace older style
double-hung windows. The original window frame will remain in place and only the existing sash
will be removed. The Pella Precis
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POCKET REPLACEMENT INTERIOR INTERIOR Flashing tape Flashing tape Fixed Window Replacement – Go to Pocket Replacement – Step 6 FIXED SASH REMOVAL on page 7 Go to Step 1 SASH REMOVAL POCKET REPLACEMENT: 1 SASH REMOVAL Note: Verify the opening and window dimensions prior to removing the existing window sash. A. Score paint or varnish along interior sash stops with a sharp utility knife. Remove the interior sash stops at jambs (sides) and head (top)
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POCKET REPLACEMENT 1 SASH REMOVAL (CONTINUED) B. Cut the balance cords on the bottom sash and lift out the sash. Allow weights to fall to the bottom of the weight pocket. C. Remove the parting stops by prying them out or by pulling them out with a channel lock. There may be a small wedge of wood at the bottom of the upper sash that is next to the parting stops. To make it easier to remove the parting stop, use a chisel to knock off the wedge. D. Lower the top sash and cut the balanc
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POCKET REPLACEMENT 2 PREPARE THE OPENING (CONTINUED) C. Remove plastic wrap and card board packaging from window. DO NOT remove plastic shipping spacers located between the window sash and frame. The shipping spacers will help keep the window square during installation. DO NOT unlock or open window until it is fully fastened in the opening. Note: If screens, grilles or hardware are removed from the window at this time, label them and store them in a protected area. D. Test fit the window.
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POCKET REPLACEMENT SEALING AND FASTENING 3 THE WINDOW (CONTINUED) B. Place a bead of sealant where the existing stool Stool meets the existing frame sill and jambs. Note: Sealant bead placement is critical to ensure contact with replacement window Sill 3B C. Place a bead of sealant where the jamb and sill meet. D. Insert the window into the opening. Set the bottom of the window in first and tilt the top into place. Make sure the window is centered in the opening and is pressed firmly a
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POCKET REPLACEMENT SEALING AND FASTENING 3 THE WINDOW (CONTINUED) G. Finish driving all the installation screws through the wood frame jamb, ensuring the head of the screws is flush with the surface of the wood frame. DO NOT drive screws below flush with the surface of the frame. 3D 3D 3G 3G Improper screw depth, screw Proper screw depth, screw head driven below the surface head flush with surface of of frame. frame. H. Check window operation (vent units only). Unlock the window by lifting
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POCKET REPLACEMENT FIXED WINDOW REPLACEMENT 5 EXTERIOR SEAL A. Place a corner bead of sealant at the jambs and head 5A connecting the existing frame and the replacement window frame. Caution: DO NOT seal the bottom exterior to allow for incidental water to weep. 5A B. Optional: Place a bead of sealant where the sill adapter meets the sill. If sealant is placed on the sill leave at least 1” of sill adapter unsealed at each end. 1” This sill allow for incidental water to weep. 5B Sill
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FIXED WINDOW REPLACEMENT EXTERIOR Bracing 6 FIXED SASH REMOVAL (CONTINUED) E. Apply sill flashing tape. Cut a piece of flashing tape 12" longer than the opening width. Apply at the bottom of the opening as shown (2A). Do not allow the flashing Flashing tape to extend past the new window depth. Tape 6E 2A Note: The tape is cut 12" longer than the width so that it will extend 6" up each side of the opening. F. Check to ensure the existing sill is level. If necessary, place shims on the botto
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FIXED WINDOW REPLACEMENT 7 PREPARE THE OPENING (CONTINUED) D. Trim the sill adapter to the proper Sealant goes here height by breaking off the grooved leg at the desired dimension (see chart). Once trimmed, apply a bead of sealant to the sill adapter. Attach the sill adapter into the sill by using a board and hammer. 5/16” - 3/8” Note: Scoring the leg groove multiple 7/16” - 1/2” times at the desired dimension with 9/16” - 5/8” a utility knife will help the leg break 11/16” - 3/4” eas
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FIXED WINDOW REPLACEMENT SEALING AND FASTENING 8 THE WINDOW (CONTINUED) E. Finish driving all the installation screws through the wood frame jamb, ensuring the head of the screws is flush with the surface of the wood frame. DO NOT drive screws below flush with the surface of the frame. 3D 8E 3D 8E Improper screw depth, screw Proper screw depth, screw head driven below the surface head flush with surface of of frame. frame. 9 INTERIOR SEAL Caution: Ensure use of low pressure polyurethane win
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POCKET REPLACEMENT FIXED WINDOW REPLACEMENT 10 EXTERIOR SEAL (CONTINUED) B. Apply a bead of high quality exterior grade sealant to 5A 10B the head and jambs. 5A 10B C. Optional: Place a bead of sealant where the sill adapter meets the sill. If sealant is placed on the sill leave at least 1” of sill adapter unsealed at each end. This sill allow for incidental water to weep. 1” 10C 5B Sill INTERIOR FINISH Note: The information below is effective September 15, 2007. This information may be dif
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POCKET REPLACEMENT FIXED WINDOW REPLACEMENT EXTERIOR FINISH The exterior frame and sash are protected by aluminum cladding with our tough ® EnduraClad or EnduraClad Plus baked-on factory finish that needs no painting. Clean this surface with mild soap and water. Stubborn stains and deposits may be removed with mineral spirits. DO NOT use abrasives. DO NOT scrape or use tools that might damage the surface. Use of inappropriate finishes, solvents, brickwash or cleaning chemicals will cause ad
