HomeMy WebLinkAboutAmerican Craftsman Window Instructions7. Clean the opening of
any debris. Cover any
holes made by the sash
weights, pulleys, etc.
Remove old screen hook
eyes or other protruding
fasteners.
8. (If Applicable) Install
the supplied Sill Angle
in the groove on the
bottom of the exterior
of the window (See
Figures 8a, 8b and 8c
to determine
appropriate Sill Angle
application). Caulk
along the bottom of
the sill angle and
where the window
meets the stool.
9. Caulk the inside edge
of the blind stop at the
top and on both sides of
the opening.
10. (If Applicable)
Install the supplied
Head Expander on the
top of the window.
We recommend that
you place insulation
between the Head
Expander and the
window. Apply a bead
of caulk across the top
of the Head Expander.Attn: Product Registration DepartmentP.O. Box 6029North Brunswick, NJ 08902-6029PlaceStampHereINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSREMOVE OLD WINDOW REPLACEMENT DOUBLE-HUNG & SINGLE-HUNG WINDOWS1. With a razor blade
knife, score a line
between the inside stop
and casing. Remove
inside moldings or stops
with broad chisel and
save for later use. BEFORE YOU START:Read these recommendations, look at the photos carefully and identify all pieces to be removed or added during installation.TOOLS YOU MAY NEED:Broad wood chisel, hammer, utility knife, phillips-head screwdriver, flat-headed screwdriver, level, safety glasses, gloves, caulking gun, profes-sional grade exterior caulk, drill, 1/8" drill bit and pliers.We strongly recommend that you wear protective eyewear and gloves.BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR WINDOW, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU DO THE FOLLOWING:1. Measure the window opening to ensure that you purchased the correct size window.2. Measure the window itself to ensure that it will fit into the desired window opening. The window should be approximately 1/4" less than the opening in width and 1/4" to 3/4" less in height. 2. Cords and weights, or
spring balances can then
be removed so that the
old bottom wood sash
can be removed.
3. Pry out the top and
side parting stops (left
and right). For stops that
are heavily painted or
stuck you can use a
broad chisel to shear off
the part of the stop that
protrudes into the jamb.
4. Once the parting
stops are out, the upper
sash can be removed
from the outer track.
5. If your existing window
has pre-formed aluminum
tracks, there will be no
wood parting stops on the
sides, but there will be
one at the top. Remove
the top parting stop and
the staples which fasten
the pre-formed track to
the opening. Once the
staples are removed,
both sash and the tracks
can be removed.
6. Leave the exterior
blind stop intact. Do not
remove it from the
window frame.
PREPARE THE OPENING
Blind Stop
Exterior Siding
8a 8b 8c
(If Applicable)(If Applicable)(If Applicable)SL-35 Rev D7-10
14. (Double-Hung Only)
Remove the top and
bottom sash stops by
gently prying them out of
the jamb.
13a. (Double-Hung)
There are 2 screw holes
in each jamb. There is 1
at the top, in the inside
pocket, underneath the
sash stop, and 1 at the
bottom, in the outside
pocket, underneath the
sash stop.
16. Check window for
square by measuring
diagonally as shown.
Measurements should be
equal. If not, adjust
installation screws and/or
shim as necesary.
17. (Double-Hung Only)
There are 2 jamb
adjusting screws on the
window. To locate the
jamb adjusting screws, tilt
the bottom sash inward.
The adjusting screws are
located near the center of
the jamb, on each side of
the window.
19. (If Applicable) Push
the head expander up
tight against the upper
part of the opening.
Replace the inside top
molding tight against the
head expander. Replace
the inside moldings tight
against the jambs of the
window. Caulk where the
moldings meet the
window to seal any gaps.
20. Caulk where the
window frame meets the
blind stops. Take care to
ensure that all gaps are
filled/sealed. Fill any old
screw holes created by
storm windows or old
screens. Use a paintable
caulk and/or putty so
you’ll be able to re-finish
the exterior.
Top Installation
Screw Holes
Bottom Installation
Screw Holes
13b. (Single-Hung)
Drill 2 screw holes in
each jamb approximately
2" down from the top
header and 2" up from
the sill. You will want to
countersink the screws to
ensure smooth sash
movements.
Drill Top Installation
Screw Holes
Drill Bottom Installation
Screw Holes
Jamb
Adjusters
11. Place the new
window in the opening.
Rest the lower inside
edge on the sill, tight
against the stool. Tilt the
window into the opening,
making sure the sill angle
is in the groove along the
outer edge of the window.
12. Check for plumb,
level, and square. It is
important that the
window remain square in
the opening during
installation, even if the
opening itself is not
square. Use shims to
keep the window square.
Place shims behind the
mounting screw holes,
while checking to be sure
the the window remains
square.
18. (Double-Hung Only)
Tighten the jamb
adjusting screws until the
sight lines between the
frame and the sash are
uniform.
15. Install and tighten
installation screws in the
screw holes described
above. Do not over
tighten as this may
distort/bow the frame.
Replace any top and
bottom sash stops at this
time.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM
Please complete and return this registration form
1) Title: Mr. Mrs. Ms
2) Name: First Initial Last
3) Address:
Street Apartment No.
City State Zip Code
4) Home Phone 5) Date of Birth
6) Marital Status
Single Married
7) Annual Household Income <$15,000 $15,000-$29,999 $30,000-$49,999 $50,000-$74,999
$75,000-$100,000 >$100,000
8) Do you own or rent your primary residence? Own Rent
9) How long have you resided in your home? years
10) What is the age of your home? 1-10 yrs 11-20 yrs 21-30 yrs 31-50 yrs
51-75 yrs other
11) These windows were installed in your: Primary Residence Second Home Investment Property
12) These windows were purchase by: Homeowner Builder/Contractor
13) These windows were used for: New Construction Addition Replacement
14) Who installed the windows? Installed them myself Hired a Contractor
15) Number of windows purchased:
16) Model Number(s):
17) Installation Date:
18) What factors most influenced your purchasing decision? Please choose three (3):
Energy Efficiency Advertising Product Features Warranty
Brand Reputation Price Style/Appearance Other ____________
Store Display Availability Product Performance
Please mail this Product Registration form within 30 days of installation to:
Attn: Product Registration DepartmentP.O. Box 6029North Brunswick, NJ 08902-6029
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