The following suggestions will insure smooth, trouble-free operation…
- Due to vibration during transit, we suggest that the screws be re-tightened.
- Bench test the window before installing.
- When installing, be certain that the window is perfectly plumb, and straight. Be certain that the opening that will receive the window is also plumb and straight. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP BEFORE INSTALLATION
Be certain that all aluminum parts are aligned, square and straight. Warped or bent glass will not allow the sliding unit to function properly. - Be certain that the sliding portion of the window tracks straight and true.
- Be certain that there are no protrusions in the rough opening.
- When installing mounting screws, be certain that, FLAT-HEAD COUNTER-SUNK SCREWS are used, and are installed below flush into the aluminum frame. Failing to do so will cause interference with the sliding window operation.
- Before final tightening of the mounting screws, check the window operation. After tightening, recheck the operation of the window for smoothness.
- After installation, check the operation of the sliding bolt locks and/or screw locks. The sliding bolt lock must drop firmly into the milled slot at the bottom and/or top of the window. When the lock is fully locked, the lock knob will fall into its seat. If mastic, caulking or dirt is allowed to build up during installation, the locks will not operate correctly.
- The slider tension is controlled by a series of compression springs mounted on both sides of the sash. Simply add or decrease the number of springs to allow the sash to operate to your satisfaction.
- DO NOT LUBRICATE THE SLIDER CHANNEL. This will interfere with the ability of the sliding window to stay open.