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Sash Removal

The following steps are suggested to remove and re-install sash in Caradco Double
Hung Windows.

1. Raise the lower sash 6 - 8" above the sill.

2. While depressing the jambliner at the checkrail, pop the sash out of the frame
toward the roomside.

3. Tilt the sash to the interior (90 degrees) and pivot it out of the frame.

4. Repeat the above steps to remove the top sash.

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Replacing Sash Cladding

To remove the sash cladding, remove the sash stile or rail. Use a stiff smooth tipped putty
knife to pry the small edge staple out. Try to slide the clad off by hand, or continue down
the edge of the clad with the putty knife to pry the cladding off.

To install new cladding, snap the cladding onto the wood using the palm of your hand.
Make sure to place the first edge of the new clad on the weatherstrip side of the sash. Tap
the end tab down with a rubber mallet.

Reglazing Procedures

To reglaze a sash, remove the sash from the window frame, and place it on a work bench.
Remove the four corner screws in the sash. Tap the sash apart with a rubber mallet and a
block of wood.

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To avoid splintering due to the paint, always tap in the direction of "A" first to break the paint
seal. Then you can tap in the direction of "B".

WOOD
BLOCK
WITH
CHAMFER

Chamfer the edge of the wood block, to avoid

pinching the glazing boot.

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Reglazing Procedure (continued)

Pull the sash stiles and rails off the glass with hand pressure or light tap of a mallet.

Remove and replace the glazing boot around the new glass.

Put the wood sash parts back around the glazing boot and glass by tapping the
wood with a rubber mallet.

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Reglazing Procedure (continued)

Clamp the sash with a bar clamp and check for squareness by measuring diagonally with a
tape measure.

Re-insert the screws while the bar clamp is still in place.

Paint Recomendations and Troubleshooting

Caradco has published a separate brochure to cover this topic. It is available from your
Caradco distributor, or by calling Caradco's Service Department. Call 800-238-1866 and ask
for the Homeowners Packet.

The brochure covers the following topics:

1. Painting and finishing recommendations

2. Customer response recommendations for peeling paint
3. Types of paint failures, and how to address them
4. Recommendations for repainting

Maintenance and Care

1. Cleaning Aluminum Cladding

Normal cleaning can be accomplished by caring for the cladding like you would the finish on
your car. Simply wash and wax the cladding with a quality brand of car wax. For tough
stains, use the spray cleaning product called "Direct" (available at any grocery store), before
waxing the cladding.

2. Lubricating Hardware
The use of WD-40, or other popular lubricant sprays will help maintain the moving hardware
on the window.

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