Pella Corporation		May 2019
102 Main Street
Pella, Iowa 50219
Toll Free	800-54-PELLA
Phone	641-621-1000
Website	www.pella.com
Product Guide Specification
Specifier Notes:  This product guide specification is written according to the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) 3-Part Format, including MasterFormat, SectionFormat, and PageFormat, as described in The CSI Construction Specifications Practice Guide.
This section must be carefully reviewed and edited by the Architect to meet the requirements of the project and local building code.  Coordinate this section with other specification sections and the Drawings.  Delete all “Specifier Notes” after editing this section.
Section numbers and titles are from MasterFormat 2011 Update.
SECTION	 08 53 13
VINYL FIXED WINDOWS
Specifier Notes:  This section covers Pella® 250 Series vinyl fixed windows.  Frame and sash are manufactured from extruded, rigid, polyvinyl chloride (uPVC) material, with heat-fused mitered corners for a fully welded corner assembly.  Consult your local Pella representative for assistance in editing this section for the specific application.
PART 1	GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Vinyl fixed windows.
1.2	RELATED REQUIREMENTS
Specifier Notes:  Edit the following list of related sections as necessary.  Limit the list to sections with specific information that the reader might expect to find in this section, but is specified elsewhere.
A.	Section 07 27 00 – Air Barriers:  Water-resistant barrier.
B.	Section 07 92 00 – Joint Sealants:  Sealants.
1.3	REFERENCE STANDARDS
Specifier Notes:  List standards referenced in this section, complete with designations and titles.  Delete standards not included in the edited section.  Including a standard in this list does not require compliance with that standard.
A.	American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA):
1.	AAMA 303 - Voluntary Specification for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Exterior Profile Extrusions; American Architectural Manufacturers Association
2.	AAMA 502 – Voluntary Specification for Field Testing of Newly Installed Fenestration Products.
3.	AAMA 613 – Voluntary Performance Requirements and Test Procedures For Organic Coatings On Plastic Profiles. 
B.	ASTM International (ASTM):
1.	ASTM C 1036 – Standard Specification for Flat Glass.
2.	ASTM C 1048 – Standard Specification for Heat-Treated Flat Glass—Kind HS, Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass.
3.	ASTM D 1929 – Standard Test Method for Determining Ignition Temperature of Plastics.
4.	ASTM E 330 – Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
5.	ASTM E 1105 –  Standard Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
6.	ASTM F 588 – Standard Test Methods for Measuring the Forced Entry Resistance of Window Assemblies, Excluding Glazing Impact.
C.	Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA):
1.	AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 – North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for Windows, Doors, and Skylights.
1.4	SUBMITTALS
A.	Comply with Section 01 33 00 – Submittal Procedures.
B.	Product Data:  Submit manufacturer's product data, including installation instructions.
Specifier Notes:  Delete the following sentence if shop drawings are not required.
C.	Shop Drawings:  Submit manufacturer's shop drawings, indicating dimensions, construction, component connections and locations, anchorage methods and locations, hardware locations, and installation details.
Specifier Notes:  Delete the following sentence if samples are not required.
D.	Samples:  Submit full-size or partial full-size sample of vinyl fixed windows illustrating glazing system, quality of construction, and color of finish.
E.	Manufacturer’s Certification:  Submit manufacturer’s certification that materials comply with specified requirements and are suitable for intended application.
F.	Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions:  Submit manufacturer’s cleaning and maintenance instructions.
G.	Warranty Documentation:  Submit manufacturer’s standard warranty.
1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	Installer's Qualifications:
1.	Installer regularly engaged, for past 5 years, in installation of vinyl fixed windows of similar type to that specified.
2.	Employ persons trained for installation of vinyl fixed windows.
Specifier Notes:  Edit the following paragraph as required for inclusion of field testing.
B.	Mock-ups:
1.	Provide sample installation for field testing window performance requirements and to determine acceptability of window installation methods.
2.	Approved mock-ups shall represent minimum quality required for the Work.
Specifier Notes:  Edit the following sentence as required for inclusion of the mock-ups.
3.	Approved mock-ups shall [not] remain in place within the Work.
1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Delivery:
1.	Deliver windows to site undamaged in manufacturer's or sales branch's original, unopened containers and packaging, with labels clearly identifying manufacturer and product name.
2.	Include installation instructions.
B.	Storage and Handling:
1.	Store and handle windows in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
2.	Store windows off ground and under cover.
3.	Provide full support under framework when storing, handling, and installing windows.
4.	Allow sufficient spacing between windows during storage for ventilation.
5.	Do not lift windows by head member only.
6.	Protect windows from weather, direct sunlight, and construction activities.
7.	Protect windows and finish during handling and installation to prevent damage.
PART 2	PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURER
A.	Pella Corporation, 102 Main Street, Pella, Iowa 50219.  Toll Free 800-54-PELLA.  Phone 641-621-1000.  Website www.pella.com.
2.2	PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Specifier Notes:  Performance ratings for Pella® 250 Series vinyl fixed windows vary by product and size.  Current performance information is found in the Pella Architectural Design Manual at www.pellaadm.com.
Consult your local Pella representative for more information.
A.	Standard Performance:
1.	Meets or exceeds AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 Ratings:  R-PG25 to R-PG50, WDMA Hallmark Certified.
2.	Unit assembly shall withstand both positive and negative uniform static air pressure difference without damage when tested according to ASTM E 330.
3.	Air Infiltration, 1.57 psf wind pressure:  0.05 cfm/ft2 of frame.
4.	Design Pressure:  25 to 50 psf.
5.	Water Penetration Resistance:  3.75 to 7.52 psf.
B.	Forced Entry Resistance, ASTM F 588, Minimum Security Grade:  40.
C.	Meets U.S. ENERGY STAR guidelines.
2.3	VINYL FIXED WINDOWS
A.	Vinyl Fixed Windows:  Pella “250 Series”.
B.	Frame:
1.	Interior and Exterior Frame Surfaces:  Extruded, rigid, polyvinyl chloride (uPVC) complying with AAMA 303, having minimum ignition temperature 824 degrees F. when tested in accordance with ASTM D 1929.
2.	Overall Frame Depth:  3-1/4 inches.
3.	Frame Members:  Mitered and heat fused to provide fully welded corner assembly.
4.	Sill:  Fitted with weeps.
5.	Frame Type:
Specifier Notes:  Specify required frame type.
a.	Setback Nail Fin, 1-1/8 inches:  For 2-1/8-inch wall depth.
b.	Setback Nail Fin with J-Channel, 1-1/8 inches:  For 2-1/8-inch wall depth.
c.	Block Frame:  3-1/4-inch frame depth.
d.	5/8” Integral Flange:  For 3-inch wall depth.
C.	Glazing:
1.	Float Glass:  ASTM C 1036.
Specifier Notes:  Specify annealed or tempered safety glass.
a.	Glass Type: [Annealed] [Tempered safety glass, ASTM C 1048].
2.	Exterior face-glazed sealed insulating glass.
Specifier Notes:  Specify dual-pane or triple-pane insulating glass.
3.	Dual-Pane Insulating Glass:
Specifier Notes:  Specify total thickness and type of dual-pane insulating glass.  Delete glass types not required.  Consult your local Pella representative for more information.
a.	Total Thickness: [11/16 inch]  [3/4 inch].
b.	Advanced Low-E coated.
c.	Advanced Low-E coated, with argon.
d.	“SunDefense” Low-E coated.
e.	“SunDefense” Low-E coated, with argon.
f.	Bronze Advanced Low-E coated.
g.	Bronze Advanced Low-E coated, with argon.
h.	“NaturalSun” Low-E coated.
i.	“NaturalSun” Low-E coated, with argon.
j.	Obscure: Standard

4.	Triple-Pane Insulating Glass:
a.	Total Thickness:  1 inch.
Specifier Notes:  Specify type of triple-pane insulating glass.  Delete glass types not required.  Consult your local Pella representative for more information.
b.	Advanced Low-E coated, with argon.
c.	“NaturalSun” Low-E coated, with argon.
d.	High-Altitude Advanced Low-E coated.
e.	High-Altitude “NaturalSun” Low-E coated.
f.	Obscure:  Standard.
Specifier Notes:  Grilles are optional.  Delete if not required.
2.4	GRILLES
Specifier Notes:  Specify grilles-between-the-glass or simulated-divided-light grilles without spacer, if grilles are required.
Grilles-between-the-glass are available on units glazed with dual-pane and triple-pane insulated glass.  Simulated-divided-light grilles without spacer are available only on units glazed with dual-pane insulated glass.
A.	Grilles:  Grilles-between-the-glass.
1.	Insulating glass contains aluminum grilles permanently installed between 2 panes of glass.
Specifier Notes:  Specify grille profile.
2.	Profile: [5/8” Flat] [3/4-inch contour]  [1-inch contour].
3.	Pattern:
Specifier Notes:  Specify grille pattern.
a.	Traditional  
1)	Number of Lites:  ________.
b.	9-Lite Prairie
c.	Top Row.
d.	Custom - Equally Divided
4.	Color:  Match color of interior and exterior frame.
B.	Grilles:  Simulated-divided-light grilles without spacer.
1.	Grilles permanently bonded to interior and exterior of glass.
2.	Profile:  7/8-inch contour.
3.	Pattern:
Specifier Notes:  Specify grille pattern.
a.	Traditional
1)	Number of Lites:  ________.
b.	9-Lite Prairie
c.	Top Row
d.	Custom - Equally Divided
4.	Color:  Match color of interior and exterior frame.
2.5	TOLERANCES
A.	Windows shall accommodate the following opening tolerances:
1.	Horizontal Dimensions Between High and Low Points:  Plus 1/4 inch, minus 0 inch.
2.	Width Dimensions:  Plus 1/4 inch, minus 0 inch.
3.	Building Columns or Masonry Openings:  Plus or minus 1/4 inch from plumb.
2.6	FINISH
A.	Exposed uPVC Surfaces:  Smooth, glossy, and uniform in appearance.
B.	Frame Colors:
1.	Exterior/Interior:
Specifier Notes: Specify the color. Select option a or b. If b is not selected, delete AAMA 613 from Article 1.3 Reference Standards in this section.
a.	[White] [Almond] [Fossil]:  Integral color extruded throughout profiles.
b.	[Brown] [Black] [Brick Red] [Hartford Green] [Morning Sky Gray] [Poplar White] [Portobello] [Tan] [Fossil] exterior, consisting of a solar reflective coating exceeding AAMA 613 test requirements, with White integral color extruded throughout the profiles on the interior.
2.7	INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES
A.	Flashing/Sealant Tape:  Pella “SmartFlash”.
1.	Aluminum-foil-backed butyl window and door flashing tape.
2.	Maximum Total Thickness:  0.013 inch.
3.	UV resistant.
4.	Verify sealant compatibility with sealant manufacturer.
B.	Interior Insulating-Foam Sealant:  Low-expansion, low-pressure polyurethane insulating window and door foam sealant.
C.	Exterior Perimeter Sealant: “Pella Window and Door Installation Sealant” or equivalent high quality, multi-purpose sealant as specified in the joints sealant section.
Specifier Notes:  Factory-applied jamb extensions for 4-9/16-inch and 6-9/16-inch wall depths are optional.  PVC jamb extensions are only available for 4-9/16” wall depth. If extensions are not required, delete the following paragraph.
D.	Jamb Extensions:  Factory-applied, [primed-wood] [unfinished-wood] [uPVC] jamb extensions for [4-9/16-inch] [6-9/16-inch] wall depth. 
PART 3	EXECUTION
3.1	EXAMINATION
A.	Examine rough opening to receive vinyl fixed windows.
1.	Verify rough opening is plumb, level, square, and of proper dimensions.
2.	Verify a minimum of 1-1/2 inches of solid wood blocking is installed around perimeter of rough opening.
B.	Notify Architect of conditions that would adversely affect installation or subsequent use.
C.	Do not proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.
3.2	INSTALLATION
A.	Install vinyl fixed windows in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B.	Install windows plumb, level, square, and without distortion.
C.	Maintain alignment with adjacent work.
D.	Install windows to be weathertight.
E.	Install windows to be freely operating.
F.	Verify proper operation of operating hardware.
Specifier Notes:  The following paragraph applies to vinyl fixed windows installed using installation fins only.  If the windows are not being installed with installation fins, delete the following paragraph.
G.	Integrate window installation with exterior weather-resistant barrier using flashing/sealant tape.
1.	Apply and integrate flashing/sealant tape with weather-resistant barrier using watershed principles in accordance with window manufacturer's instructions.
H.	Seal windows to exterior wall cladding with sealant and related backing materials at perimeter of assembly.
I.	Place interior seal around vinyl window perimeter to maintain continuity of building thermal and air barrier using [backer rod and sealant] [insulating-foam sealant].
Specifier Notes:  Field testing is optional.  Delete if not required.  If Field Quality Control is deleted, delete AAMA 502 from Article 1.3 Reference Standards in this section.
3.3	FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.	Field Testing:  Field water testing shall be conducted in accordance with ASTM E1105 Test Procedure B. The test pressure shall be based on the maximum positive components and cladding design pressure. Utilizing the AAMA 502 field test reduction, the water test pressure is 10% of the maximum positive design pressure.
3.4	CLEANING
A.	Clean vinyl fixed windows in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B.	Do not use harsh cleaning materials or methods that could damage finish, vinyl, or glass.
C.	Remove labels and visible markings.
D.	Keep weep holes open and clear of obstructions.
3.5	PROTECTION
A.	Protect installed vinyl fixed windows to ensure that, except for normal weathering, windows will be without damage or deterioration at time of substantial completion.
END OF SECTION