Warranty

Double-Lifetime Warranty Simonton Windows
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n Rinse windows and doors first if there is excessive dirt and debris.
n Thoroughly dry water and/or cleaning solution from glass and all
window surfaces.
n DO NOT clean glass with a high-pressure washer. The extreme
spray pressure could damage the glazing and destroy the seal
of the insulating glass unit.
n DO NOT USE razor blades, metal blades, abrasive cleaning solutions
or materials to clean the glass due to the high probability that damage
to the glass will occur.
Exterior Coatings
n Wash using mild detergent (if necessary) and a soft cloth
or ordinary long-handled soft bristle brush. Do not clean
the exterior coating with a high-pressure washer. The
extreme spray pressure could damage the surface or crack
or destroy the caulking around the window or door.
n Mild window cleaners that are safe to clean the exterior
coating on windows and doors include Windex,
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Formula 409.
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n DO NOT USE liquid grease remover, strong soaps and
detergents containing organic solvents, nail polish remover,
furniture polish or cleansers containing chlorine bleach.
These items could affect the surface appearance of the vinyl.
Screens
n For routine cleaning carefully vacuum your window screens
n To thoroughly clean window screens, remove the screens
from the window frame. Place the screens on a flat surface
(such as the driveway) and use mild soap and water with
a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and grime. Clean both
sides of the screen and around the interior and exterior of
the frame. Rinse off the unit with lukewarm water. Allow the
screen to dry completely before replacing in the window
n Do not use a high-pressure spray to clean screens; it could
damage the units.
n Use extreme care when cleaning aluminum mesh, since it can
be dented or creased if too much pressure is placed on the screen.
Fiberglass Hinged Patio Doors
n Wash using mild detergent (if necessary) and a soft cloth or
ordinary long-handled soft bristle brush.
n Do not wash the door with a high-pressure spray. The extreme
pressure could crack or destroy the caulking around the door.
n For difficult to remove dirt and stains you can test mild
household cleanser in an inconspicuous area to ensure the
door’s finish does not change in color or appearance.
Operation of Your Vinyl Windows
Along with being virtually maintenance free, your windows and doors have
been designed and manufactured to be thermally efficient, aesthetically
pleasing and easy to operate. All operable sash on Double Hung and Single
Hung windows tilt in, Slider sash lift out, Casements open by turning the
handle and Patio Doors feature corrosion-resistant rollers.
To tilt in the operable sash on
Double Hung and Single Hung
windows, you must:
n Unlock the sash and raise (or lower)
it approximately 4" above
(or below) the frame.
n Slide the tilt latches toward the
cam lock and gently tilt the sash
in. Always support tilted sash while
cleaning.
n When finished cleaning, tilt the
sash up and snap the tilt latches
into place. For safety, make sure
the tilt latches are securely engaged.
n If it becomes necessary to remove and
reinsert the sash, tilt the sash inward to a 90-degree angle and lift the
bottom of the sash up and out of the frame. To reinsert the sash into
the frame, make sure both pivot bars (located at the bottom
of the sash) are fully inserted into the balance shoes.
To remove a Slider sash, simply:
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Unlock the sash and slide it past the sash retainer insert
located in the head. Note: Some windows may have a sash
retainer clip instead of an insert that must be removed before
opening the sash.
n Lift the sash up into the head and pull the bottom of the sash
towards you.
To operate Casements:
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Lift the handle on the side of the frame to unlock the sash.
Turn the handle on the bottom of the frame to open the sash
to the desired position.
n Turn the handle in the opposite direction to close the sash.
To lock the window, make sure the sash is fully closed then
lower the handle on the side of the frame.
To lock doors:
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Close the operable panel and make sure it is fully against
the frame.
n Lock the panel with the lever located on the handle.
Balance Shoe