Pella 80ED0101 - Manual (Page 7)

C. Fold down top flap of water resistive barrier (6C).
D. Apply flashing tape to diagonal cuts. Cut pieces of
flashing tape at least 1" longer than the diagonal cuts
in the water resistive barrier. Apply the tape covering
the entire diagonal cut in the water resistive barrier
at both upper corners of the window.
Note: Be sure to overlap the top corners (6D).
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INTERIOR SEAL
Caution: Ensure use of low pressure polyurethane window
and door insulating foam and strictly follow the foam
manufacturer’s recommendations for application. Use of high pressure foams
or improper application of the foam may cause the window frame to bow and
hinder operation.
A. Apply insulating foam sealant. From the interior, insert the
NOZZLE
FOAM
'REAT
USUALLY
Interior
7A
B. Check window operation (vent units only) by opening and
closing the window.
Note: If the window does not operate correctly, check to make sure it is still plumb, level,
square and that the sides are not bowed. If adjustments are required, remove the foam with
a serrated knife. Adjust the shims, and reapply the insulating foam sealant.
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SEALING THE WINDOW TO THE EXTERIOR WALL CLADDING
When applying siding, brick veneer or other exterior finish material, leave adequate space
between the window frame and the material for sealant. Refer to the illustration that
corresponds to your finish material.
Note: The sealant details shown are standard recommendations from the sealant industry.
Contact your sealant supplier for recommendations and instructions for these and any
other applications.
BRICK VENEER
Insulating
Foam
3/8" Clearance
Backer Rod and
Sealant typical
Perimeter Sealant
must extend to
room side of
Accessory Groove.
Accessory Groove
1/2"
Min.
3/8”
VINYL/STEEL
SIDING
3/8" Clearance
Backer Rod and
Sealant typical
Insulating
Foam
Perimeter Sealant
must extend to
room side of
Accessory Groove.
Accessory Groove
1/2"
Min.
3/8"
Insulating
Foam
WOOD SIDING
WITH TRIM
3/8" Clearance
Sealant typical
Perimeter Sealant
must extend to
room side of
Accessory Groove.
Accessory Groove
1/2"
Min.
3/8"
Insulating
Foam
WOOD
SIDING
1/8" Clearance
Sealant typical
Accessory
Groove
1/8"
STUCCO
Insulating
Foam
3/8" Clearance
Backer Rod and
Sealant typical
Perimeter Sealant
must extend to
room side of
Accessory Groove.
Accessory Groove
1/2"
Min.
3/8"
6D
EXTERIOR
6D
6C