b'Frame-In Installation of Box-Frame Vinyl Replacement WindowsIf you have determined that the old wood window Tools You Will Needframe is adequately interfaced with the existingModern, quality, vinyl replacement windows needwalls water management system, Vinyl Replacement only simple hand tools for installation. Windows are designed to fit neatly and effortlesslyinto the opening left by the removal of the existing PRYBARsash in an old wood window. Sized perfectly, thePLIERS3-1/4" frame fits into space where the sash andTAPEparting stops were. The head expander and sill angle which are supplied CAULK with most vinyl windows accommodate the variances RAZOR KNIFE ANDthat time and weather made in the old window frame.BRUSH GUNThe new window is anchored to the old woodCHISELwindow frame - against the exterior or "blindstop",and the interior stops are re-installed to complete the installation.In order to have a successful installation, it isSCREWDRIVERS RECIPROSAWimportant to accurately measure for the new vinyl LEVELreplacement window and specify the appropriate size. Properly measured and ordered, the new windowSQUARE HAMMERwill fit perfectly, with minimum effort, and provideDRILLan installation that will give years and years of satisfactory performance. BARDRILL CLAMP BITBefore You Start Some other considerationsRead these instructions carefully and identify all the pieces to be removed or added during theWhen replacing an old window with a modern vinylinstallation. Not only are the basics easy and simple, replacement window, you will no longer need stormbut all work can be done from inside the house. windows or separate screens. If there are screens orstorms mounted to the outside of the house, it mightSome windows are shipped with bands aroundbe better if they were removed. This will give you thethe middle of the window - or have some other opportunity to thoroughly clean the opening and sealarrangement to keep the unit in square. Do not or paint any problem areas. If you wish to re-mountremove the bands until the unit is in the openingthe storm windows, they will not interfere with theand secured. new replacement window.Window Fitters Guide to Window Installation302020 AWDI, LLC Do not reproduce without permission'