Awning Window Maintenance

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Awning window maintenance.

Screens are on the inside of the window where they re more protected from the elements. Clean and lubricate the arm. That s why we provide care and maintenance guides for your windows and doors as well as hardware grilles and insect screens with finishing cleaning and maintenance guidelines. The crank may become more difficult to operate at some point.

If this happens do not force the window open. An awning window may have an operator at the side or at the bottom center of the window. Modern casement windows are operated with a crank mechanism set into the bottom window frame. Use the file to deepen the notches on the head replace the handle and give it a whirl.

Protecting the beauty and longevity of your andersen product is important. First clean the frames and make sure nothing is blocking the operator arms or the sash itself. A common problem with well used casement window cranks is that the handle slips when you try to open or close the window. Awning windows are often used for basements because they can be placed high on the wall and easily operate with a turn of the handle.

Casement windows need easy regular maintenance to prolong the windows life and avoid repairs. Awning windows are hinged on top and open outward enabling ventilation without letting in rain or falling leaves. Push down on the arm to pop the bushing out of the track. If its operation is not smooth remove the arm which may be connected by means of a clip or two on the underside or side of the sash.

If the splines on the crank operator shaft are worn or broken off the gears don t turn easily or at all then it s time to replace the crank operator. You can often fix slippage with a file. Lubricate the windows mechanical parts using silicon spray and. Either way the operator mechanism is similar to that of a casement window.

Just loosen the set screw and pull off the handle to expose the notched crank head.