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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (HEAD EXPANDER)

A. 

Make a pencil mark

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window on the room side edge of each jamb.

B. 

Install the head expander on the top of the 
window frame.

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the head as far as it will go.

Note: To determine if the Head Expander is required refer to Step 4B.

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C. 

Test fit the window

 into the opening. 

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Note: If the expander extends past 
the pencil mark it may be necessary 
to shim the original sill or to order a 
larger window.

D. 

Drill two 1/16" pilot holes

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

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to remove all liquid by wiping dry or use a clean squeegee. The vinyl frame may be cleaned as described 

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debris. Keep weep holes open and clear of obstructions.

E. 

Proceed to Step 4D.

Summary of Contents for V784840

Page 1: ...rs manufactured by Pella Corporation By installing this product you are acknowledging that this Limited Warranty is part of the terms of the sale Failure to comply with all Pella installation and main...

Page 2: ...ld windows may disturb this paint Proper precautions must be taken to minimize exposure to dust and debris Consult state or local authorities for more information Use appropriate personal protective e...

Page 3: ...by applying the head expander included to the window frame If more than 3 8 height adjustment is required install a continuous shim at the sill DO NOT use the head expander in High Performance install...

Page 4: ...h the TOP PRE DRILLED HOLE IN THE WINDOW FRAME 0ARTIALLY INSERT A X PAN HEAD SCREW PROVIDED 2EPEAT PROCESS FOR other jamb OUFSJPS 4IJN TDSFX I Continue placing shims at each pre drilled installation s...

Page 5: ...be necessary to squeeze the end of the tube with pliers to be able to insert into the space between the new and existing window frame DO NOT completely ll the space from the back of the blind stops to...

Page 6: ...original sill or to order a larger window D Drill two 1 16 pilot holes THROUGH THE ROOM SIDE LEG OF HEAD EXPANDER INTO THE FRAME 4HESE HOLES ARE TO BE FROM EACH END OF THE HEAD EXPANDER NSERT A X PAN...

Page 7: ...ty of all building COMPONENTS INCLUDING THE USE OF 0ELLA PRODUCTS AS WELL AS THE DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF mASHING AND sealing systems are the responsibility of the Buyer or User the architect contra...

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