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Andersen Leaf Weatherstrip Replacement Service Instructions

  • Hello! I'm your chat assistant. I've reviewed the provided user guide for the Andersen 400 Series Casement and Awning Windows leaf weatherstrip replacement. This document includes step-by-step instructions for removing the old weatherstrip and installing the new one, along with important safety warnings and tool recommendations. I'm ready to answer any questions you have about this process.
  • What is the first step in replacing the weatherstrip?
    Where should the first notch of the leaf weatherstrip be positioned for awning windows?
    Where should the first notch of the leaf weatherstrip be positioned for casement windows?
    What should be done after installing the weatherstrip?
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Leaf Weatherstrip Replacement
for Andersen® 400 Series Casement and Awning Windows
Thank you for choosing Andersen.
▶Read guide from beginning to end before starting installation. Read all warnings and cautions during unit installation.
▶Check with your local building code ofcial to identify and conrm compliance with local building code requirements.
Parts Included
(1) Instruction Guide
(1) Leaf Weatherstrip
Tools Needed
∙Safety Glasses
Windows and doors can be heavy. Use safe
lifting techniques and a reasonable number
of people with enough strength to lift, carry,
and install window and door products.
Heavier windows and doors will require
mechanical assistance. Failure to do so could
result in injury, product or property damage.
WARNING
1. Remove Sash
• Refer to Sash Replacement Guide for sash removal.
Use caution when working at elevated
heights and around window and door
openings. Follow the manufacturers’
instructions for ladders and scaffolding.
Failure to do so could result in injury or
death.
WARNING
Follow manufacturers’ instructions for hand
and power tools. Always wear safety glasses.
Failure to do so could result in injury, product
or property damage.
WARNING
Leaf Weatherstrip
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2. Remove Existing Weatherstrip
• Pull existing weatherstrip out of kerf in
awning or casement sash.
• Properly dispose of weatherstrip.
Weatherstrip
Kerf
Weatherstrip
Kerf
Weatherstrip
Awning
Casement
Weatherstrip
Weatherstrip
Weatherstrip
Interior View
Interior View
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3. Install Leaf Weatherstrip
• Position rst notch of leaf weatherstrip at upper left
corner of sash (as viewed from the interior).
• Push stem of leaf weatherstrip into kerf on top rail of
sash until seated.
• Continue installation of leaf weatherstrip around
perimeter of sash. Make sure notches are positioned at
each corner.
• Trim the end of the leaf weatherstrip to length as
needed so the weatherstrip ends are touching but
do not overlap when fully installed.
Leaf
Weatherstrip
Notch Stem
Kerf
AWNING
• Position rst notch of leaf weatherstrip at bottom
corner of hinge side of sash.
• Push stem of leaf weatherstrip into kerf on hinge stile
of sash until seated.
• Continue installation of leaf weatherstrip around
perimeter of sash. Make sure notches are positioned
at each corner.
• Trim the end of the leaf weatherstrip to length as
needed so the weatherstrip ends are touching but
do not overlap when fully installed.
CASEMENT
Awning
Notch
Stem
Kerf
Casement
Hinge
Stile
Interior View
Interior View
Top Rail
4. Install Sash
• Refer to Sash Replacement Guide for sash installation.
▶Procedure is complete.
El procedimiento se ha completado.
Leaf
Weatherstrip
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