JELD-WEN JII011 User Manual

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND GLOSSARY

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

for Vinyl Windows without Nailing Fin (JII011)

Thank you for selecting JELD-WEN products. Attached are JELD-WEN’s
recommended installation instructions for vinyl windows without
a nailing n (including nless, ush n and ange). Read these
instructions thoroughly before beginning. They are designed to work
in most existing applications, however; existing conditions may require
changes to these instructions. If changes are needed, they are made
at the installer’s risk, however, approved methods will not typically
affect warranty coverage. See the appropriate warranty for details.
For installations other than indicated in these instructions, contact a
building professional.

Newer construction methods have led to an increase in air and water
tightness in buildings. This frequently leads to negative air pressure
inside the house, which can draw water through very small openings.
Our installation method creates an air seal on the interior, integrating
the window with the rough opening.

Not all window types may be installed into every wall condition in all
areas. Consult your local building code official for applicable building
codes and regulations. Local building code requirements supersede
recommended installation instructions. Areas such as Florida and the
Texas TDI region have different anchoring requirements based on
product certification. For information on specific products, visit
www.floridabuilding.org or www.tdi.texas.gov and follow the
anchoring schedule given in the drawings for the product instead of
the anchoring schedule in this document.

Note! Installations where the sill is higher than 35 feet above ground

level, or any product installation into a wall condition not specically
addressed in these instructions, must be designed by an architect
or structural engineer. Failure to install windows into square, level,
and plumb openings could result in denial of warranty claims for
operational or performance problems.

Note to Installer: Provide a copy of these instructions to the building

owner. By installing this product, you acknowledge the terms and
conditions of the limited warranty as part of the terms of the sale.

GLOSSARY

Backer Rod (backing material)

A material (e.g. foam rod), placed into a joint primarily to control the
depth of the sealant.

Buck

A wood framework attached to the masonry inside a window or patio
door rough opening.

Finless Window

A window without a nailing n commonly referred to as nless,
replacement, block frame, box frame, or pocket.

Flush Fin Window

A window without a nailing n that has a face ange (trim only). Flush
n windows may also be known as ange, stucco ange or Florida
ange windows.

Head Expander

A vinyl accessory used to cover the head of the window in some
retrotapplications.

Installation Clip

A vinyl accessory that snaps into the accessory groove of some xed
windows, used to secure the window to the rough opening.

Precast Sill

A pre-formed concrete block placed in a masonry/block wall to support
a window.

Shiplap

The layering method in which each layer overlaps the layer below it so
that water runs down the outside.

Sill Adapter

A replacement frame component attached to the sill of a nless
window being installed into an existing window frame with a sloped
sill. The component cancels out the sloped sill of the existing double­hung, helping to support the front edge of the window sill.

Stop

The trim pieces on the frame that retain the sashes.

Weep Hole (weep channel)

The visible exit or entry part of a water drainage system used to direct
and drain water out of a window.

Estimated Install

Time for New

Construction

First Time: 2 hrs

Experienced: 1.5 hrs

Professional:

1 hr

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ROUGH OPENINGS

THESE INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS:

Note! For installation conditions other than indicated in these

instructions, contact a building professional.

• Installation of a ush n window into an existing aluminum window
frame or masonry wall. It is assumed there is a minimum 3/8" wide at
surface for the ush n to seal against. This at surface should be ush
with or protrude past the exterior wall surface. This is intended to be a
secondary weather barrier with the interior air seal the primary barrier.

• Installation of a nless window into an existing wood or aluminum
window frame.

• Installation of a nless window into a masonry or stud framed wall.

INSTALLATION INTO AN EXISTING WINDOW FRAME

A nless window used as a
replacement product installed
into an existing wood or
aluminum window frame after
the old sash(es) and hardware

Existing
window frame

have been removed. The
existing window frame must be
watertight within the structure.
Correct pre-existing water leaks
before installation. Any damaged portions of the existing sloped sill must
be repaired and sealed to bewaterproof.

Flush n windows must be installed onto a surface with at least a 3/8"
wide exterior face. This face must be ush with or protrude past the
exterior wall surface.

ROUGH OPENINGS - CONTINUED

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

for Vinyl Windows without Nailing Fin (JII011)

MASONRY/BLOCK WALL CONSTRUCTION

This installation
assumes that a building
professional has already
properly fastened and
sealed a framework of
studs (often called a buck)
to the concrete/masonry
wall. If using a precast
sill, the buck will be
installed only on the head
andjambs.

Buck

SAFETY AND HANDLING

SAFETY

• Read and fully understand ALL manufacturers’ instructions before
beginning. Failure to follow proper installation instructions may result in
the denial of warranty claims for operational or performance problems.

• Do not work alone. Two or more people are required. Use safe
liftingtechniques.

• Use caution when handling glass. Broken or cracked glass can cause
serious injury.

• Wear protective gear (e.g. safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, etc.).

• Operate hand/power tools safely and follow manufacturer’s
operatinginstructions.

• Use caution when working at elevated heights.

• If disturbing existing paint, take proper precautions if lead paint is
suspected (commonly used before 1979). Your regional EPA
(www. epa.gov/lead) or Consumer Product Safety Commission ofces
provide information regarding regulations and lead protection.

FULLY SHEATHED STUD-FRAMED WALL CONSTRUCTION

The wall is covered
by sheathing and the
window will be mounted
inside of the rough
opening. This installation
assumes building wrap is
properly installed prior
toinstallation.

OPEN STUD WALL
CONSTRUCTION

The window will be
mounted inside of
the rough opening.
This installation assumes building wrap is properly installed prior
toinstallation.

MATERIALS AND WINDOW HANDLING

• Make sure operable windows are locked prior to installation.

• Heed material manufacturers’ handling and application instructions.

• Protect adhesive surfaces from dirt, moisture, direct sunlight and
folding over onto themselves.

• Handle in vertical position; do not carry at or drag on oor.

• Do not put stress on joints, corners or frames.

• Store window in dry, well-ventilated area in vertical, leaning position
to allow air circulation; do not stack horizontally.

• Protect from exposure to direct sunlight during storage.

• Install only into vertical walls and when conditions and sheathing are dry.

IF INJURY OCCURS, IMMEDIATELY SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION!

King
stud

Trimmer studs

Header

Sill

Sheathing

MATERIALS AND TOOLS

PROVIDED MATERIALS (INCLUDED WHEN ORDERED)

• Double Hung windows have two jamb adjuster screws.

• Dust plugs to cover installation screws.

• Jamb installation clips only provided for Fixed, Stationary Awning/
Casement windows.

NEEDED MATERIALS

Note! Follow all material manufacturers’ instructions for proper use

and compatibility. When using flashing, spray adhesive/primer, sealant
and foam products, we recommend using the same manufacturer and
verifying compatibility. It is the End User’s responsibility to determine if
dissimilar materials are compatible to the substrates in the application.

• #8 x 1 1/4" corrosion-resistant pan head screws. Screws must penetrate
at least 1" into framing (or as required by local code).

• For securing the sill in masonry applications, 3/16" x 1 1/4" minimum
self-tapping concrete screws (gasketed head optional) (or as required
by local code).

• Sealant: For sill fasteners and if left exposed use 100% silicone. If
painted we recommend OSI® QUAD® Max Sealant or equivalent. This
can be used in any application and can be painted or ordered in a
color matched product, if desired.

• Backer rod 1/8" larger than the widest portion of the gap (used in
conjunction with sealant bead).

• Non-Compressible or non-water degradable shims.

• Polyurethane low expansion Window and Door foam: We recommend
OSI® QUAD® Foam or equivalent).

• 4", 6", or 9" (as required by local code and window conguration)
wide self-adhesive ashing: We recommend OSI® Butyl Flash or
equivalent.

Additional Materials Needed if Installing into an Existing
WindowFrame

• Composite or solid wood (cedar or redwood recommended) or
exterior grade plywood for continuous support.

• If installing into an aluminum window, dimensions should be 1/2"
shorter than the length of the sill track and 1/4" taller than the depth
of the track.

• If installing into a wood window, dimensions should be 1/4" thick,
length of the existing frame sill minus 1" and the width of the new
vinyl window side jamb minus 1/4".

Additional Materials Needed if Installing into a Masonry Wall

• Liquid applied ashing (Protecto Wrap LWM 200 or equivalent)

• Composite or solid wood (cedar or redwood recommended) or
exterior grade plywood for continuous support.

NEEDED TOOLS

• Tape measure

• Utility knife

• Level (4' minimum
recommended)

• J-roller

• Screwdriver

• Hacksaw

• Putty knife

• Caulking gun

• Drill with bits

• Hammer

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

for Vinyl Windows without Nailing Fin (JII011)

1

REMOVE PACKAGING

Remove shipping materials such as corner covers, shipping blocks or
pads. If there is a protective lm on the glass, do not remove it until
installation and construction are complete.

INSPECT WINDOW

• Cosmetic damage.

• Product squareness (diagonal measurements not more than
1/8"different).

2

• Verify the width
and height of the
window are each
1/2" smaller than the
rough opening width
andheight.

• Verify the rough
opening is square.
The (A) and (B)
measurements above
should be the same.
Maximum allowable
deviation from square
for windows over
20sq. ft. is 1/4" and for
windows under 20 sq.
ft. is 1/8".

REMOVE PACKAGING AND INSPECT WINDOW

INSPECT ROUGH OPENING

Verify Square, Level, and Plumb

A

B

C

D

E

• Correct product (size, color, grid pattern, glass type, energy-efciency
requirements, etc.).

• Cracked frame welds or other frame damage.

If any of the above conditions represent a concern, or if you expect
environmental conditions to exceed the window's performance
rating, do not install the window. Contact your dealer or distributor
forrecommendations.

• Verify the rough opening is level and plumb (C) and (D). The
maximum allowable deviation is 1/8".

• The rough opening sill must not be crowned or sagged (D), but rather
level or sloped (positive slope) to the exterior.

• Verify the exterior face of the rough opening is a single plane (E) with
less than 1/8" twist from corner to corner.

• Verify the rough opening is structurally sound.

• Correct any deviations before installing the window.

3

PREPARE EXISTING WINDOW FRAME

1. Remove the sashes
and/or glass in the
existing window.

2. Remove all hardware
and window
components not a part
of the frame (meeting
stile, jamb liners,
locking mechanisms or
other hardware etc.).

IF INSTALLING INTO AN
ALUMINUM WINDOW
FRAME:

1. Seal all four corners
of the window frame
asshown.

2. Notch grooves across
the bottom of the
continuous support (see
materials list) to allow
for water drainage
through the weep
holes. Set the continuous support into the exterior sill track, creating
a level surface at the sill.

END of Aluminum Frame Instructions, SKIP to section 4,
“INSTALLWINDOW.”

PREPARE WINDOW OPENING

Meeting
stile

Sealant

Continuous
support

Notches

IF INSTALLING INTO A WOOD WINDOW FRAME:

1a. If installing from

the interior, remove
any trim on the
inside face of the
wood frame. Do
not remove the
exteriorstops.

1b. If installing from

the exterior, remove
any trim on the
outside face of the
wood frame. Do
not remove the
interiorstops.

Note! Steps 2 and 3 are not applicable if installing into an existing

double-hung with sloped sill.

2. Apply enough sealant to the bottom of the continuous support to
cover the entire surface.

3. Center the continuous support (see materials list) on the sill of the
existing frame, ush to the exterior edge and leaving a 1/2" gap at
the ends. Secure with nails.

END of Existing Window Frame Instructions, SKIP to section 4,
“INSTALLWINDOW.”

Continuous
support

1/2"

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