EFCO Special Purpose Windows Installation - Manual (Page 4)

EFCO CORPORATION 3/5/2014 PART NO. YW40 Page 1 of 7
Window Installation Instructions - General Overview Section -
1. General notes
Windows are finished products and must be protected against damage. The following procedures
and precautions are recommended:
A. Protection and Storage
1. Handle the material carefully.
2. Do not drop or drag from the truck to avoid racking or damage to windows or
accessories.
3. Stack the windows with the directional arrows in the proper position, and allow adequate
separation so the windows will not rub together.
` 4. Store the windows off the ground (i.e., pallets, planks, etc.).
5. Protect against the elements and other construction trades by using a well ventilated
covering.
6. Remove material from packaging if it becomes wet. Then repack materials and move to
a dry location.
7. Caution: Windows are not to be used as ladders, scaffolds, or scaffold supports.
B. Check Material
1. Check all the material upon arrival for quantity and damage. Any visibly damaged
material must be noted on the freight bill at the time of receipt. If a claim is required, the
receiving party must process a claim with the freight carrier. If the delivery is by an
EFCO truck, any damage or variance in the quantity of window units or boxes must be
reported to the EFCO driver during the unloading process.
C. Cleaning Window Units
1. Cement, plaster, terrazzo, alkaline, and acid based materials used to clean masonry are
very harmful to finishes and should be removed with water and mild soap immediately;
otherwise, permanent staining will occur. A spot test is recommended before any
cleaning agent is used.
2. For cleaning of anodized aluminum surfaces, refer to AAMA 609.1-85 Voluntary Guide
Specification for Cleaning and Maintenance of Architectural Anodized Aluminum.
3. For cleaning of painted aluminum surfaces, refer to AAMA 610.79 Voluntary Guide
Specification for Cleaning and Maintenance of Painted Aluminum Extrusions and Curtain
Wall Panels.
Please note: The prolonged application of masking tape, duct tape, and similar products
to painted aluminum surfaces will induce permanent bonding of the tape to the paint.
This will cause adhesion failure between the paint and the aluminum surface when the
tape is removed.
4. If a protective coating is specified, remove it from areas that require field applied sealants
prior to installation.
These recommendations are for general erection procedures only. For actual job
conditions, see the details on the shop drawings. For perimeter anchor type and spacing,
refer to the approved shop drawings or consult the project design professional.