Installation Guide

Aluminum Systems

Schüco AWS
Inward Opening Windows

Schüco USA LLLP | 240 Pane Road | Newington, CT 06111

Rev. 04 | October 2023
General Information

Follow the safety instructions in this document so as not to endanger your own life
or that of others and to ensure error-free operation.

For reasons of simplicity, this manual does not contain every detail of all product
types and it can not cover every possible installation, operation or maintenance
scenario. The installation guide is a supplement to an official training by a Schüco
USA field technician.

Incorrect use or unauthorized modification of the product may result in death or

serious injury, or damage to the product and other material assets. Only original
replacement parts may be used. The manufacturer/supplier shall not be liable for
any damage resulting from infringement. The user alone bears the risk.

When operating, note that unattended windows may open and close due to
external forces.

Only allow trained personnel from specialist companies to carry out any work
involving transport, installation, dismantling, maintenance and repair.

If you have any questions, please contact your specialist fabricator or your local
Schüco sales representative.

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Operability Types

CLOSED POSITION

TILT-TURN/ TURN-TILT

HOPPER CASEMENT

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System Types

Systems are named after depth of outer frame in millimeters.

Depth: 65 mm, 70 mm, 75 mm or 90 mm

AWS 65 AWS 70.HI

AWS 75.SI+ AWS 90.SI+

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Transportation to Project Location

Unglazed windows should be transported in the installation position or on the hinge

side. It should be avoided to transport on the handle side if at all possible.

Glazed windows should be transported as per the installation position or laying flat
with the exterior surface facing down. Stacked windows should be spaced with
blocking located on the outer frame only and never on the operable vent frame or
glazing. In order to reduce the risk of damage it is optional, but not necessary, to
ship the handles removed.

Schüco protective tape is installed on the surface of the profiles and has a 3-
month shelf life once applied or it becomes difficult to remove.

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Transportation to project location

For all glazed windows, it is suggested to add wooden blocks below handle to
protect during transportation. If it is only possible to transport on the handle side,
then it is imperative to add the wooden blocks as shown. A message should be
included to remove shipping blocks after installation. In order to reduce the risk of
damage it is optional, but not necessary, to ship the handles removed.

*only ship on handle side if

Example of installation sticker message
absolutely necessary*

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Drainage

If not already applied, snap in the drainage caps into pre-slotted holes. They are
placed 3 inches (75 mm) as shown to the right and every 25-1/2” (650 mm) as
needed for wide windows.

650 mm = 25-9/16"

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On-Site Installation

1. Rough opening should be 2. Install shims as needed at sill before

waterproofed per project guidelines. placing in window.

3. Opening dimensions are confirmed. There should be a minimum ¼” (6 mm) gap for
the caulk joint around the entire perimeter.

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On-Site Installation

Strap Anchors – factory glazed windows

Shims must support outer frame

Fastener spacing and size are project

specific. See pages 14-16 for guidance

Strap anchor

Optional factory applied pocket filler

Backer rod
Internal caulking, vapor barrier, flashing tape and
Caulk joint
minimal expanding foam as per project specification
and local code

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On-Site Installation

Direct Mount- Windows glazed on-site

Shims at all fastener locations

Fastener spacing and size are project specific.

See pages 14-16 for guidance. Always fix through
the large aluminum shell and not the thermal
break.
Optional sealing cap location for screw
hole

Backer rod Optional factory applied pocket filler

Caulk joint
Internal caulking and vapor barrier as per project
specification and local code

Description Color Article #

5/16" (8 mm) sealing cap Black 281 513

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On-Site Installation

Flat strap anchor shown = Article # 207 628

1. Place strap anchor parallel into 2. Rotate clockwise so strap anchor

outer frame groove points towards interior

3. Strap anchor locks into place perpendicular to outer frame

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On-Site Installation

Lift window into rough opening. Level window with additional shims as needed.

Plumb windows

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On-Site Installation

Strap anchors can be cut to fit or bent to allow for internal finishes.

Screw the strap anchors into place or put the direct mounted fasteners in –match shim
location with fasteners or strap anchors.

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Sample direct mount and strap anchor spacing –
single window unit
 Refer to page 16 for anchor specifications (non-Schuco articles)
 Note calculation done with 3/8” (10 mm) perimeter gap
 Calculation is based on a maximum size of 60” x 81” (1524 mm x 2057 mm)
 Three wind loads shown – 25 psf, 35 psf, 45 psf
 Strap anchor used in calculation is article # 207 628
 Shims should fully support outer frame
 Spacing is 6 inches (152 mm) from corners
 Should be used as a guidance only – every installation is project specific

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Sample direct mount and strap anchor spacing –
two window unit combination
 Refer to page 16 for anchor specifications (non-Schüco articles)
 The recommended cluster of anchors at the mullion should be split evenly on each
side
 Note calculation done with 3/8” (10 mm) perimeter gap
 Calculation is based on a maximum size of 60” x 81” (1524 mm x 2057 mm)
 Three wind loads shown – 25 psf, 35 psf, 45 psf
 Strap anchor used in calculation is article # 207 628
 Shims should fully support outer frame
 Spacing is 6 inches (152 mm) from corners
 Should be used as a guidance only – every installation is project specific

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Sample direct mount and strap anchor spacing –
Anchor types and capacities

Full structural calculation report can be requested from Schüco USA.

Reference report # AFC A-23-0022.
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On-Site Installation

1. After vapor barrier is applied to 2. Apply caulk

structure, add backer rod around
perimeter

3. Clean excess caulk 4. Let caulk cure

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Blocking guidelines –
for re-glazing or glazing on-site only
For windows to function properly and be completely weathertight, the glass panes must
be blocked correctly according to operability type shown below and the edge placed 4
inches (100 mm) from each vent corner. Confirm window is square after blocking.

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Glazing Rebate Insulation –
for re-glazing or glazing on-site only
After blocking is installed 4 inches (100 mm) from each corner, install glazing rebate
insulation in operable vent and in fixed window outer frames before installing glazing
beads.

Insulation should be installed around the perimeter of the glass except where blocking
is located.
Example: Glazing rebate insulation foam for AWS 75.SI+ system
Operability Type Art. # flat Art. # corner
Fixed 288 021 288 422
Inward opening 288 429 288 431
Outward opening 288 112 -

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Installing glass in vent –
For re-glazing or glazing on-site only

Glass supports should be installed in Center gasket should already be delivered

window. Place a small bead of Flex 2 (298 with Flex 2 (298 900) underneath it in the
900) in each corner of glazing rebate corners. However, if it needs to be
gasket before installing glass. replaced add it accordingly 2-3/4” (70 mm)
from each corner.

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Glazing beads –
For re-glazing or glazing on-site only

Install glazing bead sealing tape (298 441) to each corner of all glazing beads right
before installation. Tape should be cut to meet the ‘X’ dimension shown below.

Sealing tape should stick out 1/16” (2 mm) from edge. Peel off white backing tape and
stick to edge of each glazing bead. This applies to all opening types with internal glazing
beads.

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Glazing beads –
For re-glazing or glazing on-site only

Install glazing bead clips 2 inches (50 mm) from each corner of glazing bead and then at
intervals of 8 -10 inches (200 - 250 mm). Confirm glazing clips do not interfere with
glass supports.

Glazing bead clip for color coated profiles = Article # 203 102
Glazing bead clip for anodized profiles = Article # 203 101

Install glazing beads according to the sequence below:

Glazing beads will be labeled inside designating the location (head, sill, right jamb, left
jamb). Please install head glazing bead first, followed by sill glazing bead and jamb glazing
beads. Remove glazing beads in reverse order.

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Glazing guidelines –
For re-glazing or glazing on-site only

When installing internal glazing gasket at jobsite add at least 1% extra to total cut
length. Insert the ends of the gasket centrally at the head and towards upper corner so
as to compress the length of gasket equally over it’s length. Repeat on remaining three
sides. Work the gasket into the daylight opening corners making sure to not pull the
gasket!

Start glazing at center of

head

Glazing gasket

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Glazing guidelines –
For re-glazing or glazing on-site only

Use gasket roller, wedge and glass cleaner as needed to install gaskets

Make sure to use end of gasket roller to pinch in corners.

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Glazing guidelines –
For re-glazing or glazing on-site only

Use gasket shears (283 984) to cur wedge gasket at 90°.

Use adhesive (298 074) to glue the ends of the gasket to each other at the middle of the
head.

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Glazing guidelines –
For re-glazing or glazing on-site only

Make sure adequate glazing pressure is achieved. It should be very difficult to insert the
glazing gasket without lubrication and a roller. Pressure can be subsequently checked
by trying to slide a feeler gauge, or 1/32” / 1 mm thick shim between the glass and
gasket. Adjust glazing gasket thickness if and when necessary. Each glazing gasket has
a color code on the interior of the gasket. The thickness of the gasket changes per color
code:
Gasket Color Code X (mm) X (inches)
Green 3-4 1/8" - 3/16"
Yellow 4-5 3/16" - 7/32"
Blue 5-6 7/32" - 1/4"
Black 6-7 1/4" - 9/32"
Brown 7-8 9/32" - 5/16"
White 8-9 5/16" - 11/32"
Red 9 - 10 11/32" - 3/8"

Example: Brown color code (7-8 mm)

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Vent Adjustment

*Fittings must only be checked for correct functioning after vent is glazed, blocked and
installed in vertical, level position*
Confirm 3/8” (10 mm) over-rebate position between the vent and outer frame and also
the 3/16” (5 mm) horizontal overlap between the vent and outer frame.

Article # 289 916 measurement aid

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Top hinge adjustment – tilt turn or turn before tilt

Adjust ‘A’ with 15/20 mm torx

screwdriver to fine-tune vent +/- 1/8”
OR
(3 mm) left and right.

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Top hinge adjustment – tilt turn or turn before tilt

Adjust ‘D’ with 15/20 mm torx

screwdriver to fine-tune the
OR
compression between vent and outer
frame by +/- 1/16” (1 mm).

Handle can not be turned

when vent is open in turn
mode unless mishandling
device is pressed

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Top hinge adjustment – side hung casement

Adjust ‘B’ with 15/20 mm torx screwdriver

to fine-tune +/- 1/16” (2 mm) left and right.

OR

Adjust ‘D’ with 15/20 mm torx screwdriver to

adjust the compression between vent and
outer frame by +/- 1/16” (1 mm)

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Bottom adjustment – side hung casement, tilt before turn and
turn before tilt

Adjust bottom hinge with 15/20 mm torx screwdriver to fine-

tune vent left and right +/- 1/16” (1.5 mm) and fine-tune
vent up and down +/- 1/16” (2 mm).

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Corner Drive with Locking Point

Adjust with 15/20 mm torx screwdriver to fine-tune the compression between vent and
outer frame by +/- 1/16” (1 mm). Repeat procedure as needed to achieve correct
compression with all other locking points.

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Adjusting basic keeps (Article #277 098) and
locking points ( Article #277 048)
Place handle in turn position Clip basic keep (Article #277 098)
1 2 into outer frame

Push center of basic keep

Locking points can be adjusted +/-
approximately 13/16” (20 mm) from
1/16” (+/- 1 mm) by rotating the
3 center of locking point (Article # 277 4 head of each. This can tighten or
048). Fix basic keep with 15/20 torx
loosen the window vent.
screwdriver.

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Adjusting comfort keeps (Article #277 917)

Place handle in turn position Clip comfort keep (Article #277 917) into
1 2 outer frame

Push comfort keep approximately 1/16 Close vent and turn handle to close
3 inches (1 mm) in front of locking point 4 position. The comfort keep is automatically
pushed to correct position when closed

Place handle in turn position, open window Locking point head can be adjusted to
5 and fix comfort keep with 15/20 mm torx 6 tighten accordingly against vent
screwdriver

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Fixed frame insect screens

Install fixed frame insect screen on the exterior of the window. Place insect screen
on sill first. Tall insect screens have a center locking tab. Turn center locking tabs to
allow screen placement. Rotate all tabs to secure screen in place.

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Operations & Maintenance
General safety instructions

Danger of injury from vents Danger of hands crushing

swinging open

Danger of objects falling

Risk of injury from wind out when vents slams shut

Do not load extra weight

Danger of falling onto the frame or handles

Do not wedge anything

Do not rest vents against
between the vent and outer
walls
frame

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Operations & Maintenance
General Operating Information

Operate the unit handles in the correct direction only and do not force them
beyond the anti-turn stop. The additional load may cause the unit handles to break.
The handles must not be turned between engagement points during opening and
closing to prevent damage to the hardware. Handles must always be turned to
desired position when vent is in closed position.

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Operations & Maintenance
Operating Side Hung Casement Window

OPEN WINDOW

CLOSE WINDOW

*The handles must not be turned between engagement points during opening and
closing to prevent damage to the hardware. Handles must always be turned to
desired position when vent is in closed position.*
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Operations & Maintenance
Operating Tilt Before Turn Window

OPEN WINDOW

Tilt Turn

CLOSE WINDOW

OR

*The handles must not be turned between engagement points during opening and
closing to prevent damage to the hardware. Handles must always be turned to
desired position when vent is in closed position.*
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Operations & Maintenance
Operating Turn Before Tilt Window

OPEN WINDOW

Turn Tilt

CLOSE WINDOW

OR

*The handles must not be turned between engagement points during opening and
closing to prevent damage to the hardware. Handles must always be turned to
desired position when vent is in closed position.*
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Operations and Maintenance
General Cleaning Instructions

For the best window care, clean the window frames and gaskets at the same time.
Use a mild, non-scouring cleaning agent.

Remove solid substance like plaster or mortar using a wooden or plastic spatula

Marks can be removed safely and without residue using a cleaning agent
specifically for aluminum frames.

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Operations and Maintenance
Cleaning The Drainage Slot

Remove dust and dirt from the space between the gaskets and the external side of
the frame using a vacuum cleaner.

Blocked drainage slots should be cleaned regularly.

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Operations and Maintenance
Checking And Lubricating Gaskets

Rub all gaskets with a grease stick or Vaseline.

Check all gaskets for damage and replace defective gaskets

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Operations and Maintenance
Hardware

All moving parts of the hardware in the Schüco windows are virtually maintenance
free. However, a little acid and resin-free oil and grease keeps the mechanics
smooth and ensures user comfort for a long period. Spray the locking pins and the
positioning points of the hinges. Only a light application is required at all points. To
avoid contamination, wipe off excess lubricant after lubrication.

Locking bars do not require maintenance

Recommend to perform maintenance once per year

Energy absorbing restrictors or vent brakes must not be lubricated or oiled.

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Additional Items

Flex 2 (298 900)

 Permanently elastic, UV and weather-

resistant
 For sealing plastic components and
EPDM gaskets
 Application temperature: 41°F to 104°F
(5°C to 40°C)
 Effective temperature: -22°F to 176°F (-
30°C to 80°C)

Gasket shears (283 984)

Special adhesive (289 074)

 For bonding miter and butt joints of

rubber gasket profiles made from soft
rubber or EPDM
 Parts must be joined together under fixed
pressure for 20 – 60 seconds
 Application temperature: 41°F to 104°F
(5°C to 40°C)
 Effective temperature: -40°F to 176°F
(-40°C to 80°C)

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