6
Step 7 – Secure Side Curtains
For proper seal, pull each expandable side curtain out
and up until it fits tightly against window frame. Using hole
in top of each curtain for guide, mark hole location and
drill
1
/
8
" pilot hole into window sash. Secure each curtain
to sash using
5
/
8
" Phillips head screws (Item 14).
If you do not want to make holes in window sash, let
downward force of window hold side curtains in place.
However, if curtains do not stay in place, air seal will not
be good and electricity usage will rise.
Step 6 – Install Sash Bracket
Install sash bracket (Item 12) on top of indoor window
sash with
7
/
8
" sash bracket screw (Item 13) to prevent
raising of window from outside. Screw anchor directly into
side of window frame. For hard wood or metal window
frames,
1
/
8
" pilot hole may be needed to start screw.
CAUTION
!
To prevent damage to window locking or lifting
mechanisms from improperly placed sash bracket
screw, inspect window carefully before drilling or
installing screw in sash.
Turn each adjusting foot until it begins to contact wall.
Back of outer case should be ¼" to
3
/
8
" lower than front—
at ¼ bubble on carpenter’s level.
CAUTION
!
To avoid damage to outside wall of house, especially
if wall is weak or outside supports sit between studs
in wall, place wood blocks (not provided) between
wall and each adjusting foot. Place wood blocks
before adjusting outer case slope.
C
B
A
A.
Outside support
B.
Adjusting foot
C.
Wood block
Turn adjusting foot to contact wall
B
A
C
A.
Sash bracket
B.
Sash bracket screw
C.
Indoor sash
Install sash bracket
A.
Phillips screw
Secure side curtains
A
