Awning Window Maintenance

First clean the frames and make sure nothing is blocking the operator arms or the sash itself.

Awning window maintenance.

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. Set your store to see local availability add to cart. 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. Either way the operator mechanism is similar to that of a casement window.

A common problem with well used casement window cranks is that the handle slips when you try to open or close the window. Use the file to deepen the notches on the head replace the handle and give it a whirl. You can often fix slippage with a file. The crank may become more difficult to operate at some point.

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. Open the window until the crank arm bushing is aligned with the guide track notch. 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. Just loosen the set screw and pull off the handle to expose the notched crank head.

An awning window may have an operator at the side or at the bottom center of the window. Push down on the arm to pop the bushing out of the track. Awning window virtually maintenance free aluminum exterior to resist water and stand up to the elements made to order in nearly any shape size color interior wood species or finish. Awning windows are hinged on top and open outward enabling ventilation without letting in rain or falling leaves.

If this happens do not force the window open. Modern casement windows are operated with a crank mechanism set into the bottom window frame. Clean and lubricate the arm. Protecting the beauty and longevity of your andersen product is important.

Lubricate the windows mechanical parts using silicon spray and.