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Revised March 5.2009 Florida Recommended Window Installation Instructions For Metal, Vinyl, Flush Mount and Recessed Fin Including Egress Units MANUFACTURERS NOTE: Failure to follow these instructions may cause the window not to function properly. All product liability and warranty could be void. These installation instructions are recommendations only. Local building codes may impose additional requirements, and those codes may supersede these instructions. Rough Opening Preparation A. Opening for windows should be framed in accordance with the required standards for size of window used in order not to apply any loading to the window which may hamper its operation. The prepared rough opening should allow 1/8" clearance on each side, the head and the sill, including the thickness of pre - finished paneling, shims, liners, etc., where used. B. Window rough opening should be level. plumb and square: Check width, height, and diagonal measurements for squareness. There should be no more than 1/8" variation between these measurements. Avoid the use of warped, twisted, or knotted framing members. It is recommended that the sill of the rough opening be straight and level. Bowed or warped sill framing members can result in a crowned sill of the window. C. Make certain all mounting surfaces (siding included) are securely fastened and flat around the perimeter of the window opening. Check the opening for correct size. Kinro recommends adding 1/4" to the actual window width and 1/4" to the actual window height for the rough opening size. D. According to Federal Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, the bottom of an Egress window shall not exceed 36 inches above the floor, nor shall any latch or other device for the window, screen, or storm window which needs to be operated in order to permit exiting, be located in excess of 54 inches from the finished floor. E. Flashing: It is not the responsibility of the window manufacturer to design or recommend a flashing system appropriate to each job condition. li. Window Installation A. It is recommended to apply a 1/8" thick, suitable, good quality, non - hardening, water resistant sealant tape (putty or butyl type) to the back of the window mounting flanges in order to provide a good seal with the homes weather -proof envelope. If a gunable sealant is used, a 1/4" bead should be applied centered over the mounting holes on the back of the window mounting flange. CAUTION: • For vinyl windows, do not use a sealant that contains solvents which may chemically attack vinyl. • The use of foam tapes is not recommended for window installation. B. Do not remove any shipping clips (if provided on the window series being installed) and always keep operating sash closed and locked during installation. Page 1 of 4