Spot-Cleaning Stubborn Materials On All Glass; Cleaning Flat Screens; Cleaning The Weep System; Cleaning The Interior And Exterior Frame And Sash Material - Pella 350 Series Owner's Manual

spot-cleaning stubborn materials on all glass

To remove any markings from grease, oil, tape adhesive, crayons or paint, or marks from plastics that may have come in contact with the glass:
1. Apply a small amount of a nonabrasive cleaner such as Bar Keepers Friend
solvent such as acetone or mineral spirits to a clean, dry, lint-free microfiber cloth or paper towel.
2. Rub on the areas of glass that need spot-cleaning. Avoid getting any cleansers or solvents on the vinyl frames
as they may discolor the finish.
3. Wipe clean using a clean, dry, lint-free microfiber cloth or paper towel.
4. Then clean the glass as mentioned on page 2.1.
CaUtiOn: Do not use a razor blade to scrape off stubborn materials — doing so may leave permanent marks on the
glass or scratches that could cause glass breakage. Contact the Pella window and Door showroom nearest you for
special cleaning instructions.

Cleaning flat screens

To clean a flat fiberglass screen, either remove the screen and gently wash it with soap and water, or use the
drapery brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner.
CaUtiOn: Use caution when children or pets are around open windows and patio doors.
screens are not designed to retain children or pets.

Cleaning the weep system

It is normal for water to accumulate in the sill and track. The water is intended to drain to the outside
via the drainage or "weep" holes. Check to make sure that the weep holes are clear of obstruction
(dirt, sand or building materials). To clean the weep holes, use a small, soft brush to clear the opening.
Weep holes are located both inside and outside the window in the bottom of the frame. If the window
is "stacked," there may be weep holes between the units.

Cleaning the interior and exterior frame and sash material

Begin cleaning by vacuuming dirt from the sill and track areas. Then wash the window frame and sash with a mixture of mild dish soap
and water.
warning: Do not use abrasive or caustic solvents as they may damage your windows. Do not scrape or use tools that might damage the surface.
Do not power-wash.

Cleaning the hardware finish

A soft cloth and mild cleaner may be used on all hardware finishes for vinyl single-hung windows.
Cleaning
® (SerVaas Laboratories) to a clean, wet cloth — or apply a
single-Hung windows
weep Hole
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