Friday 5 September 2014

Double hung windows maintenance and care

Tilting Casement for Cleaning

1) Raise the bottom casement 6 to 8 inches. Clench the top of the casement and pull it towards you. With your other hand, afflict the side balance until the casement jumps over the track of the vinyl balance. Holding the window out of the track, afflict the vinyl balance on the opposite side in the same manner. Keep window casement as level as possible across the opening while bend to the interior.
2) To bend the upper window casement, lower top casement to the mid-point of the window and bend in same manner as bottom casement.

Cleaning

We suggested that you clean the exterior glass expanses before you clean the interior expanses. Usually it is easier if you start by cleaning the upper sash. For comfort, use a chair or stool to support the casement in the inclined position while you wash the exterior glass surfaces.

Removing and Replacing Casement

1) Tilt the Casement as described above.
2) Tilt one corner of the bottom rail up toward the center of the window opening, and then angle the casement until you feel the pin release from the clutch mechanism. Precaution: springs in the vinyl balance may pop up and break if the casement is removed too near the windowsill.
3) To replace, hold the casement at an angle, insert one of the pivot pins into the clutch mechanism, and then level the casement while inserting the second pin.

Double Hung Balance Adjustment

If the casements are tough to slide, or if they feel too loose, some adjustment of the balance clutch mechanism may be necessary. If the casement feels loose, increase tension by turning the small adjustment screw on the clutch mechanism clockwise. If the casements are stiff, turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise. Don't over-tighten this screw or it may strip the threads.


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