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JELD-WEN JII031 Aluminum Windows without Nailing Fin User Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

for Aluminum Windows without Nailing Fin (JII031)

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These instructions

specifically address:
• Installation of a flush fin

window into a masonry

wall.

• Installation of a finless

window into a masonry

or stud framed wall.

ROUGH OPENINGS

SAFETY AND HANDLING

SAFETY

• Read and fully understand ALL manufacturers’ instructions before

beginning.

• 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.

WINDOW AND MATERIALS HANDLING

• Make sure operable windows are closed and 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 flat or drag on floor.
• 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 materials

are dry.

IF INJURY OCCURS, IMMEDIATELY SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION!

NEEDED MATERIALS

Note!

Follow all material manufacturers' instructions for proper use

and compatibility.
• #10 x 2 1/2" corrosion-resistant flat head screws. Screws must

penetrate at least 1" into framing (or as required by local code)

• 3/16" x 2 1/2" self-tapping concrete screws for masonry applications

(or as required by local code)

• Sealant: 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 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 configuration)

wide self-adhesive flashing: We recommend OSI

®

QUAD

®

Butyl

Flashing Tape or equivalent.

• Spray adhesive/primer for self adhesive flashing. Such as Loctite

®

300

or equivalent

For installations into a masonry wall:

• Liquid applied flashing (Protecto Wrap LWM 200 or equivalent)

TOOLS

• Tape measure
• Utility knife
• Level (4' minimum

recommended)

• Screwdriver
• Putty knife
• Caulking gun
• Drill with bits

NEEDED MATERIALS AND TOOLS

MASONRY/BLOCK WALL CONSTRUCTION

Windows can be installed into a rough masonry opening with or

without a buck.

Without A Buck

The window will be attached directly to the concrete/masonry.

With Buck

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.

STUD FRAMED WALL CONSTRUCTION

The window will be

mounted inside of the

rough opening.

Masonry

Wall

Buck

Sheathed

Wall

Trimmer

Studs

Header

Sheathing

Sill

King

Stud

Cripple studs