Ply Gem 520 Operating instructions

Brand: Ply Gem

Model: 520

Type: Operating instructions

Ply Gem 520

The Ply Gem 520 is a new construction window designed for optimal performance and durability. With its advanced features and construction, it offers a range of benefits for your home:

Precise Installation: The Ply Gem 520's nailing fin design ensures a secure and airtight fit, preventing air and water leakage.
Weather Resistance: The window's exterior-grade sealant and recommended flashing options provide excellent protection against rain, wind, and other elements.
Energy Efficiency: The Ply Gem 520 is designed to minimize heat loss and gain, helping to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature and reduce energy costs.

Ply Gem 520

The Ply Gem 520 is a new construction window designed for optimal performance and durability. With its advanced features and construction, it offers a range of benefits for your home:

Precise Installation: The Ply Gem 520's nailing fin design ensures a secure and airtight fit, preventing air and water leakage.
Weather Resistance: The window's exterior-grade sealant and recommended flashing options provide excellent protection against rain, wind, and other elements.
Energy Efficiency: The Ply Gem 520 is designed to minimize heat loss and gain, helping to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature and reduce energy costs.

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NEW CONSTRUCTION

NAIL FIN INSTALLATION

PRECAUTIONARY NOTES

• For trim and siding, allow 1/8”-1/4” gap all the way around the window frame to allow for

expansion.Ifexteriorisbrickormasonry,leavea3/8“gapbetweenthebottomsillofthewindow

andthemasonrytoavoid“brickbinding”.

• Exteriorwallsystemslike stucco and EIFS must be designed to manage moisture around the

windowopening.

• Follow the siding manufacturer’s requirements for sealing between the siding and

windowframes.

• Any low-expansion foam used should conform to AAMA 812-04 (see manufacturer’s

requirements), but any binding or damage of any type caused by the insulation will not be

coveredunderwarranty.

• Donotpaintanyvinylpartofthiswindowforanyreason.Paintingvinylwillrendernullandvoid

allwarranties.

• Donotblockorsealweepholes.

CAUTION

Acid solutions used to clean masonry can damage

window and door items such as; cladding, hardware,

glass, sealants, and fasteners. The cleaning solution

manufacturer’s recommendations must be followed

carefully; you must protect Ply Gem window units from

contact with solution. If solution does come in contact

withunit,immediatelyrinseallsurfaceswithcleanwater.

9. (Recommended)Followingtheashingmanufacturers’recommendations,applyashingtothe

nailnsandsurroundingwallsurfacestartingwiththebottom,thenthesides,andnallythetop,

creatingashingleeffect(referenceFigure 4).NOTE: Where pan ﬂashing is present, do not

use ﬂashing that will impede proper drainage of the pan on the bottom.

1. (Required) The Rough Opening should be level, plumb, and

square,andshouldbesizedaccordingtoFigure 1.

2. (Recommended)If aweatherresistantbarrier is used,

follow the barrier manufacturer’s recommendations

fortreatmentofwindowopenings.

3. (Recommended)Ifpanashingisused,itshouldbeinstalled

at this time. Follow the pan ashing manufacturer’s

recommendations (or ASTM 2112 standards), making sure

thattheproductprovidesanadequatesilldamheighttothe

interior.

4. (Required)Applyagenerous(atleast3/8”bead),continuous

bead of exterior-grade sealant to ensure an adequate seal

betweentheback of the nailing nandtheexteriorsurface

of the rough opening (reference Figure 3). Thebead should

runalongtheapproximatelocationofthenailnholes(ifthe

nailingnhastworowsofholes,applysealantinlinewiththe

innerrow).If using pan flashing, do not seal the lower

sill nailing fin so as to provide adequate drainage.

5. (Required)Withthewindowclosedandlocked,placeitinthe

roughopeningandcenteritfromsidetoside.Ifthesillofthe

roughopeningisnotlevelandtrue,placeshimsasneededto

prevent the sill from bowing or sagging(Figure 2), otherwise

placethewindowunitdirectlyontothesill.Ifyourwindowis

a horizontal sliding window, make sure each meeting railis

supported.

6. (Required) With a single approved fastener (see Chart A),

fasten the window through the nailn through one hole

nearestthetopcenter.

7. (Required)Squarewindowsidetoside(shimmingifnecessary–seeFigure 2)tomaintain

squareandplumbjambs.Makesurethewindowsillandheadarelevelandnotcrowned.

Follow your local building codes, customs and

building practices for additional installation

requirements. The manufacturer will accept

no responsibility for air or water leakage

above, under, or around the window unit.

These instructions are general in nature; for

detailed installation instructions by product,

contact Ply Gem Windows at 1-888-9PLYGEM.

Aproperlyinstalledwindowwillmeasurethesamewithin1/16”acrossthetop,middleandbottom,

and within 1/8” across the diagonals (this may vary for integral and side-by-side mull units).

 NOTE: Over-shimming can cause bowing and prevent proper window operation.

8. (Required)Aftercheckingtheoperationofthewindow,completethefasteningbyplacingfasteners

intheprovidednailingnholes,spacedaccordingtoChart A.

Figure 1

Figure 2

Consult local building codes to verify if

sheathing is considered a framing member.

Figure 3 – General Installation

Figure 4

IMPORTANT! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION.

CHART A – Fastener Schedule for New Construction Vinyl

Nailﬁn Holes to Use for Fasteners

Standard: Every Other Hole

Impact: Every Hole

Distance From Window Corners 4” or nearest hole

Bldg Framing Penetration 1” min. (local code may dictate)

Min. Corrosion-Resistant Nail Size 3/8” Minimum Head diameter

Min. Corrosion-Resistant Screw Size

#8 or Larger Pan Head

NOTE: Mulled units may have additional instructions attached to the unit.

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Ply Gem 520 Operating instructions

Brand: Ply Gem

Model: 520

Type: Operating instructions

Ply Gem 520

The Ply Gem 520 is a new construction window designed for optimal performance and durability. With its advanced features and construction, it offers a range of benefits for your home:

Precise Installation: The Ply Gem 520's nailing fin design ensures a secure and airtight fit, preventing air and water leakage.
Weather Resistance: The window's exterior-grade sealant and recommended flashing options provide excellent protection against rain, wind, and other elements.
Energy Efficiency: The Ply Gem 520 is designed to minimize heat loss and gain, helping to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature and reduce energy costs.

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