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Eagle Window & Door Manufacturing Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Andersen Corporation. “Andersen”, “Eagle” and all other
marks where denoted are trademarks of Andersen Corporation and its subsidiary. © 2014 Andersen Corporation. All rights reserved. 9054074 BC Revised 12/23/14
Instructions are for typical, new wood-framed wall construction with weather protection in place.
Instructions may not be right for all installations due to building design, construction materials or methods used and/or building or site conditions.
Consult a contractor or architect for recommendations.
Flanges on the unit alone will not properly ash and seal the window. Follow these instructions carefully.
For questions call 1-888-888-7020.
Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results and/or industry best practices, this installation procedure may change over time. For updated
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Installation Guide
for E-Series/Eagle® Clad Mechanically Fastened Windows
Use caution when working at elevated
heights and around unit openings. Follow
manufacturers’ instructions for ladders and/or
scaffolding. Failure to do so may result in injury
or death.
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 to
avoid injury and/or product damage.
Follow manufacturers’ instructions for hand
or power tools. Always wear safety glasses.
Failure to do so may result in injury and/or
product damage.
Tools Needed
∙Safety Glasses
∙Tape Measure
∙Level
∙Square
∙Hammer
∙Stapler
∙Utility Knife or Scissors
∙Flat Blade Screwdriver
Supplies Needed
∙Shims
∙2" Galvanized Roof Nails
∙Backer Rod
∙Flashing
∙Sealant
∙Low Expanding Foam
∙Interior Trim and/or Jamb Extensions
Do not carry or lift unit by extension jambs.
Doing so may result in injury, product or property
damage.
▶Read guide from beginning to end before starting installation. Read all warnings and cautions during unit installation.
▶Check with your local building code ofcial to identify and conrm compliance with local building code requirements.
Parts Included
(1) Window
* Instruction guide viewable and
downloadable at eaglewindow.com
Side
Flashing
Window
Weather-resistant
Barrier
Rough
Opening
Sill
Flashing
Window
Flange
Head Flashing
Corner Flashing
(applied over
installation ange
in each corner)
Buildings constructed prior to 1978 may
contain lead paint which could be disturbed
during window replacement. For more
information on proper management of lead
paint, visit www.epa.gov/lead.
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• Verify that the rough opening is plumb, level,
square and sized appropriately.
1. Prepare Rough Opening
• Cut the sill ashing long enough to extend
beyond the side ashing pieces to be applied
later. Wipe the exterior walls with a clean rag for
proper adhesion. Staple at the top edge of the
ashing ONLY underneath the rough opening.
2. Cut and Install Sill Flashing
• Wipe the side installation ange and exterior walls
with a clean rag for proper adhesion.
• Cut and staple side ashing for both sides of
window. Correct length is 1/2" short of top of head
ashing (to be applied later) and 1/2" short of
bottom of sill ashing.
3. Cut and Install Side Flashing
Measure for
correct size
How to determine correct length of sill ashing:
Rough opening width + 9" overlap for each side.
Using 9" ashing, this should equal rough opening
width + 18".
How to determine correct length of side ashing:
Rough opening height + twice the width of the
ashing, less 1/2" for top and 1/2" for bottom.
Using 9" ashing, this should be rough opening
height + 17".
Interior View
Exterior View
Exterior View
Level
Square
Plumb
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• Apply continuous 3/8" nominal bead of sealant
to the interior (backside) of the installation ange
over the pre-punched nail holes.
4. Apply Sealant
• On the bottom of the window opening, place 1"
wide shims 1" from each side and every 12"
along width of window. Spacers are required on
each side of windows that are joined in multiple
window applications.
5. Install Impervious Shims on Bottom
Installation
Flange
Sealant
Impervious
Shim
• Insert the window from the exterior. Place the
bottom of the window on the spacers and tilt the
top into position. Center the window between the
sides of the opening to allow for shimming.
• Insert one galvanized nail into each corner
of installation ange to secure window while
shimming window plumb, level, square and true.
6. Tack Window in Place
Galvanized Nail
Interior View
Exterior View
Interior View
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• Place shims 1" from the top and bottom of the
window on each side.
• Add additional shims at the midpoint and every
12" O.C.
• Adjust the shims as needed to plumb and square
the window.
7. Insert Shims on Both Sides
12"
12"
12"
1"
1"
• Fasten the window to the opening by driving a
galvanized nail into each pre-punched hole in the
installation ange.
8. Nail into Place
• Apply a bead of caulk over the nail holes around
sides and top of window. DO NOT apply sealant
over nail holes at bottom of window.
• Apply a sizable amount of sealant in each corner.
• Apply a 3/8" nominal bead of sealant around
the perimeter where the installation ange meets
the window frame.
9. Apply Sealant
Sealant Sealant
Sealant
Interior View
Exterior View
Exterior View
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• Apply corner pad ashing to all four corners of
installation ange.
10. Apply Corner Pad Flashing
Sealant
Corner Pad
Flashing
• Wipe the head installation ange and side
ashing with a clean rag for proper adhesion.
• Cut a strip of ashing long enough so that the
head ashing extends beyond the side ashing.
• Staple top edge of head ashing. Lay the bottom
of the head ashing in the bead of sealant.
11. Cut and Install Head Flashing
Head Flashing
(Overlap jamb ashing)
• Apply weather-resistant barrier in shingled-
fashion beginning at the bottom and overlapping
as required.
• Use proper installation procedure as directed by
manufacturer of weather-resistant barrier.
12. Apply Weather-Resistant Barrier
How to determine correct length of head ashing:
Rough opening width + twice the side ashing width
+ 1" overlap for each side. Using 9" ashing, this
should be rough opening width + 20".
Exterior View
Exterior View
Exterior View
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• From interior of building, insert foam applicator
nozzle approximately 1" into space between the
window and the rough opening, and apply a 1"
deep bed of foam.
• Allow foam to cure completely before applying
casing.
13. Apply Low Expanding Foam
Foam Insulation
When applying siding or other exterior nish
material, leave adequate space between the window
frame and exterior nish material. See your sealant
supplier for recommendations and instructions for
these and other applications.
Interior View
Do not overll with low expanding foam or over pack
with backer rod to avoid bowed jambs.
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• Insert backer rod as shown.
14. Insert Backer Rod - Exterior Cladding Options
Wood
Siding
Sealant
Backer
Rod
Sealant
Weather-resistant
Barrier
Exterior Interior
Installation
Flange
Backer
Rod
Sealant
Weather-resistant
Barrier
Sealant
Vinyl or
Aluminum
Siding
Exterior Interior
Installation
Flange
Backer
Rod
Sealant
Weather-resistant
Barrier
Sealant
Exterior Interior
Installation
Flange
Brick
Exterior
Sealant
Backer
Rod
Sealant
Weather-resistant
Barrier
Wood Siding
and Trim
Exterior Interior
Installation
Flange
Wood Siding Vinyl or Aluminum Siding
Brick Exterior Trim/Wood Siding
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• Apply sealant around entire perimeter of window.
• Shape sealant to provide a continuous seal.
• Clean off excess sealant.
15. Apply Sealant
• Fill all nail holes.
• Sand all interior surfaces with 180 grit sandpaper.
• Wipe all surfaces with tack cloth or light rag.
• Be sure to nish all exposed interior wood surfaces.
16. Prepare Interior Wood Surfaces for Finishing
Sealant
Interior View
Exterior View
Interior View
When applying siding or other exterior nish
material, leave adequate space between the window
frame and exterior nish material. See your sealant
supplier for recommendations and instructions for
these and other applications.
Applying Paint
• Apply one coat of primer and allow to dry.
• Apply two coats of paint, lapping 1/16" onto
glass to ensure complete coverage.
• When dry, clean window glass.
Applying Natural Finish -
• Apply clear polyurethane top coat.
• When dry, lightly sand with 220 grit sandpaper.
• Wipe with tack cloth.
• Apply second coat of polyurethane and lap
1/16" onto glass to ensure complete coverage.
• Apply third coat, if desired, after sanding and
wiping surfaces.
• When dry, clean window glass.
17. Finishing Options:
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Sealant
See the Eagle Owner’s Manual for care and maintenance information.
Methods and procedures for installation of siding and other cladding materials, trim, moldings and other nish materials around window
openings are not specied in these instructions. Such materials should be installed in conformity with the manufacturer’s specications
and/or industry standards for such materials. If masonry cladding is used, the soldier course of masonry must be one-half inch away from
the bottom of the sill on all windows.
Because all construction must anticipate some water inltration, it is important that the wall system be designed and constructed to
properly manage moisture. Eagle Window & Door is not responsible for claims or damages caused by unanticipated water inltration,
deciencies in building design, construction and maintenance, failure to install Eagle products in accordance with these instructions, or
the use of Eagle products in systems which do not allow for proper management of moisture within the wall system. The determination of
the suitability of all building components, including the use of Eagle products, as well as the design and installation of ashing and sealing
systems, are the responsibility of you, your architect, or a construction professional. Moisture problems, including unacceptable water
inltration, have been associated with barrier systems such as EIFS (also known as synthetic stucco). Eagle products should not be used in
barrier EIFS systems unless Eagle’s current, recommended installation procedures for installation of windows and doors into EIFS are used.
Any other use of Eagle products with barrier EIFS systems will void the warranty.
Contact your sealant supplier to choose a sealant that is compatible with, and that will adhere adequately to, all building materials used in
the window area. Important: Perimeter sealant must be Grade NS Class 24 per ASTM C920 and compatible with the window/door product,
installation ange and the nished exterior of the building. Use of improper sealant could result in sealant failure, resulting in air and water
inltration.
Eagle makes no warranty, expressed or implied, that the methods and procedures described in these instructions are suitable for any
particular purpose or installation. These instructions do not add to or modify the terms, conditions or limitations of Eagle’s manufacturer’s
warranty.
A drip cap is required on all windows and doors. Failure to utilize and incorporate a drip cap could void the Eagle Window & Door warranty.
Refer to the Eagle warranty for additional information.
These installation procedures have been tested by an independent laboratory under ideal installation conditions using the ANSI/AAMA/
NWWDA 101/I.S. 2-97 test.
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