b'Installing Tilt n TurnWindowsTilt n Turn windows provide two open positions: thetilt position provides draft-free ventilation and worryfree rain protection. In the turn position, tilt andturn windows act like casement windows, swingingtheir full glass area open. These windows have dualhardware to allow them to pivot in from the top usingbottom hinge system, or swing from the side using ajamb hinge setup. The control is obtained using thehandle which when turned one way will allow the tilt,and turned the other will allow the in-swing.The complete hardware system of a Tilt n Turn window is necessarily complex and precision requiring tight tolerances between the operating sash and the frame to engage the hardware andmaintain weather tightness. In addition, becausethey open to the inside, the tolerances and the locking precision is critical because the inward airpressure from wind is forcing against the closurerather than aiding it as would be the case in anoutswing casement or awning window. Precision isnecessary for proper weather seal.5 Critical Requirements forProper Installation1. Plumb, Level, Square, and PlanarBecause of the multiple locations of operating3. Wood surround for Installationhardware (hinge, lock, tilt, roll, etc.) each opening All openings shall be rough framing or an appliedcritically needs to be plumb (precisely vertical), Level, wood surround for solid support and anchoring.Square (right angles at each corner), Planar (perfectly Replacement will need to be full frame removal of flush and not contorted at all). Any deviances might the old window, and if that removal cannot get the impact the proper operation. It is more critical than opening down to the rough opening framing, a woodwith any other type of window.buck is prescribed.2. Properly supported 4. Weather Sealing of the opening needs to beUse of Capture blocks. Due to the weight, and offset done prior to window placement or mounting.sash, neoprene or plastic capture blocks (support All flashing and weather sealing of the opening willblocks, sized to fit within the window or door frame) be done prior to the window install. Then the unitare to be used under the sill and at key hinge points will be properly sealed (backer rod, foam, sealant,at jambs - all near the fasten point. We recommend etc.) to the opening ands against the weather.proper shimming and pre-shimming using air bag 5. Fastening using Mounting Clipsshims for proper adjustment prior to fastening,rather than hammering Proper shimming and sup- Use of mounting clips is recommended rather thanport will allow the unit to float in the opening to through the frame anchors to accommodate the mostpreserve operational tolerances. opening variances, and to discourage anchors whichcan distort the frame when over-tightened.Window Fitters Guide to Window Installation 116 2020 AWDI, LLC Do not reproduce without permission'