When positioning the window element prior to securing, never tap directly on the frame; always use a tapping block.

Wedges can be used to position the window element before securing. Place the wedges at the corner (fig. 3) to avoid distorting the frame or damaging the corner joint.

Place permanent packers under jambs and any mullions, to ensure the weight of the element can be absorbed by the surrounding construction and to ensure the threshold is stable (A). To ensure a stable threshold packers can be spaced no more than 300mm (A).

The sill/threshold must be horizontal and straight. It must not under any circumstances curve upward or downward. Place permanent wedging at the bottom of the jambs on the hinge side of the element (B). When fixing, ensure that the point can absorb compressive forces.

Place permanent wedging at the top of the jamb on the hinge side of the element (C). When fixing, ensure that the point can absorb tensile forces.
Place permanent wedging at the top of the jamb on the closing side of the element (D); when fixing, this wedging must ensure that the point can absorb compressive forces.

For increased security and strength a permanent packer can be placed behind ironmongery fixing points and locking points.

Adjust the jambs so they are plumb.
The head must be level and cannot, under any circumstances. bow down.

During installation, the clearance, i.e. the space between the frame and sash, should be adjusted according to the function of the element.

The closing side must be adjusted so the sash provides a tight seal against the frame.

When installing windows with floating mullions, ensure that the sashes close fully in the centre joint and that the top of the two door leafs are flush.

The tolerance on diagonal measurements is ±2 mm.

Permanent wedging on the head may only be used if the load from any window/door elements above does not subject the element to stress apart from on the jambs and fixed mullions.

The threshold should be supported sufficiently for being stepped on. This is best done by using a moisture resistant wedging/packing material supporting the threshold in the entire depth and with a maximum distance of 300 mm. Alternatively full support of the element.

Permanent wedging at the head and jambs, must be moisture resistant, min. 40mm wide and should be placed under both aluminium and Idealcore™. Slip tape can be used on the wedging material according to the FSO sealing guide.

Never use the hammer drill setting when pre-drilling through the PUR frame. This will result in material being knocked off the reverse side and thus significantly impair the fixing of the frame.

Never screw fix through the frame without wedges in place.

If the window is fixed directly, screws must be placed in the marked area/s.
Fixing in the jambs 150mm from the corners and at no more than 600mm between fixings. At the head and sill there can be no more than 600mm between fixings.
For element widths under 600mm fixing in head and sill can be omitted.
Headed screws must be used. Fixing in primary area, drill a hole for mounting through the profile.
If the screws are placed in the secondary area, the fixing hole is covered with a plastic cap.

When positioning the window element prior to securing, never tap directly on the frame; always use a tapping block.

Wedges can be used to position the window element before securing. Place the wedges at the corner (fig. 3) to avoid distorting the frame or damaging the corner joint.

Place permanent packers under jambs and any mullions, to ensure the weight of the element can be absorbed by the surrounding construction and to ensure the threshold is stable (A). To ensure a stable threshold packers can be spaced no more than 300mm (A).

The sill/threshold must be horizontal and straight. It must not under any circumstances curve upward or downward. Place permanent wedging at the bottom of the jambs on the hinge side of the element (B). When fixing, ensure that the point can absorb compressive forces.

Place permanent wedging at the top of the jamb on the hinge side of the element (C). When fixing, ensure that the point can absorb tensile forces.
Place permanent wedging at the top of the jamb on the closing side of the element (D); when fixing, this wedging must ensure that the point can absorb compressive forces.

For increased security and strength a permanent packer can be placed behind ironmongery fixing points and locking points.

Adjust the jambs so they are plumb.
The head must be level and cannot, under any circumstances. bow down.

During installation, the clearance, i.e. the space between the frame and sash, should be adjusted according to the function of the element.

The closing side must be adjusted so the sash provides a tight seal against the frame.

When installing windows with floating mullions, ensure that the sashes close fully in the centre joint and that the top of the two door leafs are flush.

The tolerance on diagonal measurements is ±2 mm.

Permanent wedging on the head may only be used if the load from any window/door elements above does not subject the element to stress apart from on the jambs and fixed mullions.

The threshold should be supported sufficiently for being stepped on. This is best done by using a moisture resistant wedging/packing material supporting the threshold in the entire depth and with a maximum distance of 300 mm. Alternatively full support of the element.

Permanent wedging at the head and jambs, must be moisture resistant, min. 40mm wide and should be placed under both aluminium and Idealcore™. Slip tape can be used on the wedging material according to the FSO sealing guide.

When fixing with brackets, these must be fixed in both aluminium and PUR, in the marked areas. Fixings in the jambs are located 150mm from a corner and with a maximum spacing of 600mm.
At the head and cill there can be a maximum of 600mm between fixings.

For element widths under 600mm fixings at the head and sill can be omitted.

Adjoining elements should have a spacing of 8 mm. Clip the elements together in the inside aluminium frame using aluminium cross tongue CBF1613. Screw the elements together in the rebate using 5×45 mm wood screws. Apply mastic between the window elements and spacer strip/cross tongue.
Seal outside using mastic or compriband.

If an element adjoins an outward opening Futura+ element, affix aluminium cross tongue CBF1613 to the outward opening element using a 4×20 mm screw and clip the inward opening element in the cross tongue.
Screw the elements together in the fitting groove using 5×40 mm wood screws.

Apply mastic between the window elements and spacer strip/cross tongue. Seal outside using mastic or compriband.

The outer aluminium sash and frame surfaces are affected by the surrounding environment such as city and industrial areas with high traffic intensity and air pollution and coastal areas with salty air which soil and affect the surface more than clean country air.

Cleaning should be done on a regular basis and at least twice a year, maybe in connection with window cleaning. Wash sash and frame surfaces in lukewarm water with a neutral cleaning fluid such as car shampoo and wipe surfaces and edges with a cloth.

The external aluminium profiles are as standard chrome free and surface treated with a polyester powder coating. This treatment offers a very strong and weather-resistant surface requiring only limited maintenance. In practice, this means cleaning it a couple of times a year with a soft brush or cloth and lukewarm water with a neutral cleaning fluid such as car shampoo.

Minor damage to the surface treatment will not affect the element’s durability since a natural oxide film quickly forms on exposed aluminium, preventing corrosion and white rust attacks.

However, for cosmetic reasons it may be desirable to repair such damage and Idealcombi’s Technical Department would be happy to provide advice and guidance. Call us on 01582 860 940.

The outer aluminium covering on our products in timber|aluminium can alternatively be supplied with anodic treatment. Once the aluprofiles have been chemically prepared and cleaned thoroughly, they undergo an electrolytic process. Direct current is applied to the profiles which become anodised, thus turning the surface metal into oxide. This process continues until the desired film thickness has been achieved.

An anodised surface treatment provides excellent corrosion resistance in most environments while keeping the surface very smooth and dirt repellent. On top of that it has the ability to preserve what we call a “new” appearance.

Anodised alu-profiles are almost maintenance-free provided that the surface is cleaned a couple of times a year with a soft brush or cloth and lukewarm water with a neutral cleaning fluid such as car shampoo.

It is important to lubricate and maintain all ironmongery to ensure easy operation and function of Idealcombi’s windows and doors, this is also a requirement to maintain the product guarantee.

For lubrication, use an acid-free lubricant followed by an acid-free spray grease. Lubrication can be made with an oil can, a syringe or a spray can with a thin pipe. For further advice on lubrication, please call Idealcombi’s Service Department on tel. 01582 860 940.

Lubrication and maintenance frequency depend on the use and the effect weather conditions, pollution, etc. have on the ironmongery.

We know from experience that ironmongery used in for instance city and industrial areas, areas with high traffic intensity and coastal areas with salty air should be lubricated and maintained more often than ironmongery in a less harsh environment.

Generally, all moveable parts on hinges and closing/locking ironmongery should be lubricated as required, however, at least once a year.

Hinges should be lubricated in all joints during repeated activation, so that the lubricant reaches the movable arms.
The joints should be lubricated on the outside and in the crack between the arms. Use an easily penetrating acid-free oil followed by a long-lasting acid-free grease in spray form.

Hinges should be lubricated in all joints during repeated activation, so that the lubricant reaches the movable arms.
The joints should be lubricated on the outside and in the crack between the arms.

Sliding surfaces, hinge sliders and sliding blocks should be maintained in a clean state to facilitate sliding.

IMPORTENT!
The sliding surfaces in the sliding rails are lubricated with Berner PTFE oil or equivalent along the entire length the rails.

Should be lubricated in all moving parts, lock boxes and by bolts and keeps while activating the mechanism continuously, to ensure the lubricant penetrates in between all moving parts.

Should not normally be lubricated. The tracks should always be kept clean.

During the annual maintenance service, cleaning and lubricating ironmongery, weatherstrips and glazing gaskets should be inspected.

Our weatherstrips are made from EPDM rubbers and several of them in a combination with a solid foot and a soft cellular sealing surface.
The weatherstrips do not require any special maintenance but should be kept clean and free of dirt. This is done by wiping them off once a year with lukewarm water and a neutral cleaning fluid using a cloth. We recommend brushing the weatherstrips with a silicone stick to minimize friction during operation.
Also check that the weather strips are positioned and secured correctly and that they have maintained their sealing function.

All weatherstrips are loosely fitted in a perimeter groove making them easy to remove and install on most element types if they are damaged and need replacement – or in connection with surface treatment maintenance.
Never paint weatherstrips or brush them with wood preservatives/oils.

Glazing gaskets are made of EPDM/cell rubbers and doe not require any special maintenance but should be kept clean and free of dirt. This is done by wiping them off once a year with lukewarm water and a neutral cleaning fluid using a cloth.