The plastic window does not close well, how to set it up. Adjusting plastic windows yourself. Adjusting or replacing handles

Despite the fact that everything modern windows, made of PVC, wood or aluminum, are made with a large margin of safety, and the fittings on them are highly reliable; periodic adjustment and maintenance of the structures is still necessary. The design of the window fittings is such that adjusting the window with your own hands is not difficult. To cope with this task, you need to have the necessary tools, as well as know the main adjustment components.

What tools will you need?

Before you start adjusting the window, you need to prepare your tools. You will need:

• Hex key 4 mm. This tool is used for configuration first. The key can be of any shape, for example, curved in the shape of the letter “L”. Professional keys are curved on one side to make them comfortable to hold.
• Star-shaped screwdriver bits (marked T, TX). They will only be required for some models of fittings, but it’s better to purchase them just in case.
• Phillips screwdriver (size 3 or 4). Usually the fittings are attached to the window with bolts using a regular Phillips screwdriver. In order to replace the handle or adjust it, you need a Phillips screwdriver. The easiest adjustment option is to adjust sliding structures. In this case, you only need to adjust the distance of the roller carriages.
• Pliers or pliers.
• WD-40 aerosol or machine oil to lubricate fittings.

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Main components that need adjustment

The sash can be adjusted vertically and horizontally. In the first case, adjustment of the lower loop is required, and in the second, the upper part of the mechanism is required. To adjust the sash pressure, adjust the fastening in the middle part of the sash on the side of the handles. Also, the sash pressure is adjusted at the bottom of the window. To adjust the lower angle of the sash horizontally, the lower hinges are adjusted.

Without the help of a specialist, you can not only adjust the window structure, but also eliminate some simple malfunctions. Let's look at how to do this.

Problems with the window handle

Replacing a window handle or installing a handle with a lock

Handles with safety locks may be required in the nursery, as well as in other areas of the house where he lives. small child. This important detail will not allow the baby to open the window on his own. To install new pen, you need to remove the old one by unscrewing the plug and unscrewing the bolts. Then you need to carefully swing the handle and pull it out. The new handle is placed in place of the old one in the same position and secured with bolts.

If the handle is wobbly

To eliminate the malfunction, simply tighten the fastenings of the part further. To do this, you need to release the bolts hidden under the plug - a rectangular cover located under the handle. The plug must be pryed at the top and bottom and rotated 90 degrees. Under it there are two bolts that need to be tightened with a screwdriver. In order to move the plug, do not use sharp objects, as this may damage the profile.

The handle sticks or does not close completely

First of all, you need to understand what caused this problem. Maybe the handle mechanism needs lubrication or cleaning. The second reason may be the maximum fixed clamp on the sash. In this case, it needs to be weakened.

Cleaning the handle mechanism is not difficult. To do this, you need to remove it, clean it of dirt with a brush or vacuum cleaner, lubricate it and put it back. For lubrication, it is recommended to use WD-40 with a nozzle that easily penetrates into the recesses of the structure. In general, oil or aerosol is recommended whenever adjustment is made window designs, made of PVC.

If the problem with the handle is due to excessive clamping force, then it is necessary to loosen it. To do this, adjust the eccentrics at the end of the sash on the handle side, and also adjust the bolts on the hinges.

If the handle is jammed

Even if the handle has stopped moving, there is no need to be alarmed. This situation is not a reason to replace the fittings. As a rule, the handle jams due to a lock that does not allow changing the position of the window (opening upwards) when the sash is open. To solve the problem, just manually move the lock lever.

The locking lever is located at the end of the sash on the handle side. What does he look like? The lever may have the form of a plate, which is screwed to the end and moved at an angle to the seal if the sash is open. The second option is a clip that fits onto the seal.

Adjusting the sash pressure

With the onset of cold weather, the windows can be adjusted so that the seal lets in as little cold air as possible. A tight fit of the sash to the frame ensures reliable protection from the cold. It is also necessary to adjust the degree of pressure of the sash to the frame in cases where the seal has become thinner, worn out, and there has been blowing from the window.

Professional craftsmen recommend adjusting the clamping device twice a year. The day before winter frosts The pressure needs to be increased, and with the onset of heat - reduced. If high degree the pressure is maintained throughout the year, this can damage the fittings due to DC voltage in the design, as well as reduce the service life of the insulation, which, under constant strong pressure, becomes thinner and loses its heat- and sound-proof properties.

To adjust the pressure, you need to find oval-shaped cylinders at the end of the sash, which are called trunnions. There are corresponding holes on the frame into which the trunnions fit when the handle is turned. This design ensures that the sash is pressed against the frame. The clamping force is adjusted by moving the holes on the frame or turning the trunnions.

To increase the clamping force, it is necessary to turn the eccentric with its protruding part towards the inside of the window. To reduce the force, you need to do the opposite operation, that is, turn the trunnion with the protruding part outward.

How to adjust eccentrics? There are three configuration methods. Accessories various manufacturers may vary slightly, so the adjustment method will depend on its features.

1. The trunnion has a slot for a flat or slotted screwdriver.
2. The eccentric must be slightly moved away from the surface on which it is located and rotated. This can be done with pliers or simply with your hands.
3. The eccentric can be turned using pliers with little force.

To check the possibility of adjustment, you can try to change the position of the trunnion in three ways in turn. In this case, it is advisable to start from the first to avoid serious damage.

It may happen that despite all efforts the end cylinders cannot be adjusted. In this case, it is necessary to change the position of the mating part or the holes on the frame.

Using a hexagon, you can unscrew the bolts and move the hook towards the street to increase the pressure or towards the room to loosen the fit of the sash.

When the adjustment manipulations on the end side closer to the handle are completed, you can adjust the fit with opposite side where the loops are located. Let's consider an option for a window that can open in ventilation mode. Here are the basic steps for adjusting the fit of the sash of such a window.

After removing the trim cap, you will see two bolts for a hex screwdriver, as well as one bolt located at an angle of 90 degrees to the plane of the window. It is with him that you will need to manipulate. By turning the bolt clockwise, you can strengthen the clamping force; by moving the screwdriver counterclockwise, the clamping force will weaken. Adjustment is made using a hexagon. It is more convenient to set up when closed window.

To adjust the top of the sash, you need to open the window and find a device called “scissors” that allows you to open the sash from the top (in ventilation mode). Next you need to find on the end part window sash clip or lock lever, press it and hold it in this position. Then turn the handle to the vertical position, which it occupies when ventilating. After this, the sash will come out of the upper groove and will hang on the lower mount and on the “scissors”. This will allow you to get to the bolt that regulates the pressure. It is located with bottom side device that holds the sash. By turning the bolt you can adjust the degree of fit.

So, adjusting the fit of the sash is quite simple and does not require excessive effort. You will be able to independently regulate the level of heat saving in the room depending on the outside air temperature.

Video: How to adjust the sash pressure of a plastic window

The sash touches the window frame

This problem occurs quite often. It is also not critical; you can handle it yourself without replacing hardware parts and without repair costs.

The sash may touch the edge of the frame in cases where the fittings become loose or deformed. This can happen if the window is constantly open. In this case, the fittings are damaged under the weight of the sash.

The second reason for the malfunction is opening or closing the window too sharply and quickly, which leads to deformation of the parts, as well as to loosening of their fastening.

To carry out the setup without problems, it is advisable to seek help from the hardware manufacturer, whose logo is visible on the parts. By visiting the manufacturer's website and reading the adjustment instructions, you can quickly and accurately make the adjustment.

There are general tips to change the position of the sash if closing is disrupted:

• The sash touches the frame with its upper end: the sash must be turned towards the lower canopy or the entire structure must be lowered down.
• The sash touches the frame with its lower end closer to the handle: the sash is lifted and turned towards the top hinge.
• The sash touches the frame in the middle of the end part (where the handle is): the structure is shifted towards the hinges. Sometimes it is necessary to slightly rotate the sash towards the lower or upper canopy.

To make the adjustment, you will need to use a hexagon to turn the bolts located on the scissor system on top of the window, as well as on the lower canopy.

Let's look at how to adjust the sash for the most common violations of its position.

• If the sash has dropped, or you need to slightly turn it from below, you need to adjust the bolt located on the lower canopy. Once you remove the trim, you will see a hole at the top of the canopy. By inserting a hexagon into it and turning it, you will adjust the height of the sash. Turning clockwise raises the sash, counterclockwise lowers it.
• If you need to move the sash to the left or right, you need a bolt located in the lower part of the hinged mechanism parallel to the plane of the window. There are two accesses to the bolt: from the window and from the slope; adjustment can be made from either side. By turning the bolt clockwise, you will move the sash to the right, counterclockwise - to the left. It is imperative to check how the window closes after each turn of the bolt. Manipulations are carried out until the desired result is achieved.
• To adjust the sash at the top, it is necessary to adjust the scissor mechanism. To move the sash in the upper part, you need to find the hexagon head, which is located on the side of the mechanism. It will be accessible if the window is fully opened.

If you need to adjust a heavy metal-plastic sash or door, then you need to configure special closers, whose task is to lift the sash when opening and closing.

One of the advantages of modern plastic windows The main advantage of these systems is that their fittings are subject to comprehensive self-adjustment. In key places there are adjustment bolts, the adjustment of which is carried out using hex keys with a diameter of 4 mm. With a minimum of effort, you can independently adjust the window to suit you, adjust the heat exchange in the room, protect the window from cold air in winter time, as well as correct minor shortcomings that arose during operation.

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Plastic window designs from different companies have similar adjustments. When installing them, the average pressure density values ​​are set. Over time, due to wear or other factors, the sash may sag and begin to catch on the frame or impost. When the temperature drops cold air from the street can begin to penetrate into the room. In all these cases, it is necessary to adjust the windows, which you can do yourself if you know how to adjust plastic windows for the winter by switching the pressure settings from summer to winter.

What tools are needed to adjust a plastic window?

Plastic window systems have become the most popular product that is installed during the construction or renovation of both a simple apartment and a luxurious multi-story mansion. With all the diversity window fittings, used in their creation, all systems use similar mechanisms. Preparing plastic windows for winter begins with the first cold snap. The main tools you may need to adjust windows are:

• hexagonal L-shaped key 4 mm wide;
• flat screwdriver 4 mm;
• Phillips screwdriver;
• pliers.

How to set windows to winter mode

In order to prepare Euro-windows for winter period, seasonal adjustment of the pressure of plastic windows is necessary, in which the following actions must be carried out:

1. Adjust the opening sash vertically and horizontally - it should not cling to the frame and clamping strips.
2. Adjust the clamping force to the frame. The pressure is adjusted using adjustable trunnions or eccentrics, the number of which on Euro-windows is 4-5 pcs., on doors - 6-8 pcs.
3. If there is traction at maximum pressure to the frame, it is necessary to replace the seal. Then check the traction at the middle position of the trunnions or eccentrics.

The clamping to the frame is based on the engagement of the rounded elements of the sash by the clamping strips when the handle is turned down. These round elements, made in the form of an oval, are called trunnions, and those made in the form of a round element with a displaced axis of rotation are called eccentrics. The trunnions are rotated using pliers. Installing them vertically creates minimal pressure, which means summer pressure mode, and horizontally creates the strongest possible pressure. By rotating the eccentric with an adjusting hexagon, you can adjust the pressure from weak to stronger and back.

You can determine the need to replace the rubber seal by inspecting and checking the traction. You can change it in parts - at the same time you save cash. When you go shopping for a sealant, you should take a sample with you and buy a longer piece. It is better to trim off the excess when sticking than to leave a gap. Buy a seal made of high-quality rubber. You will need to buy special glue for it. Before inserting the seal into the groove, apply glue over the entire area of ​​contact with the seal, glue it, close the euro window while the glue dries.

Window adjustments and adjustments are made in case of large gaps or when it clings to the frame. It is necessary to adjust the opening sash vertically and horizontally in the following cases:

• if it catches the upper part of the frame, open the sash and use the short side of the L-shaped key to slightly push it out on the upper canopy;
• if, due to sagging, the sash catches the lower part of the frame, the same must be done with the lower canopy;
• if it clings to the vertical part of the frame or the impost (the middle vertical part of the frame), you need to use the short side of the L-shaped key to slightly push it on both canopies in the direction opposite to the point of such contact.

How to adjust plastic windows yourself

Windows can be adjusted independently if available. the necessary tool. The only parts that can break and require replacement are the handle and rubber seal. By adjusting the window pressure, the transfer to winter mode. In this case, the handle turns with force, the sash is strongly pressed against the frame, and the seal is strongly compressed. In the spring, it will be necessary to loosen the clamp, since opening for ventilation occurs frequently, which can lead to severe wear of the closing mechanism and seal.

To switch to winter mode, you must take the following steps:

1. Check for inward or outward draft around the perimeter with a lit match - even a slight breeze will deflect the flame.
2. If there is draft, it is necessary to open the sash and adjust the locking pins (eccentrics).
3. Trunnions come in 3 types - oval, round with a slot for a screwdriver or a hexagon.
4. If the oval trunnions are located vertically and the eccentrics are shifted towards the frame, it is necessary to turn them to the middle position with an appropriate tool to increase the clamping force.
5. Then you need to check the traction again; if it remains, switch the trunnions (eccentrics) to winter mode. To do this, you need to rotate the oval trunnions to a horizontal position, and move the eccentrics completely away from the street.
6. If after checking the draft remains, you need to replace the seal.
7. After replacing the seal, check the traction when adjusting the trunnions or eccentrics in the middle position.

How to tighten hinges on plastic windows

The top hinge is adjusted using an L-shaped hexagon. On the top hinge there is one adjustment for the horizontal displacement of the top bar. The process of adjusting the displacement is carried out with the window open using the short side of the hexagon in the adjustment hole, which is located at the end of the sash. The range of displacement of the upper part is from -2 to +3 mm. Use a wrench to turn the screw part turn and check for ease of closing.

The lower hinge is adjusted using the same tool. The difference is that on bottom loop In addition to moving the bottom bar horizontally, there is a screw for moving the entire sash vertically. Horizontal displacement is carried out in a manner similar to that for the top hinge. Vertical displacement is carried out with the window half-open, for which you need to insert the long side of the hexagon vertically from top to bottom into the canopy hole with the decorative casing removed. Such a change is possible within the range from -2 to +2 mm.

Setting up plastic windows when shrinking a house

A strong displacement of load-bearing building elements as a result of shrinkage of a new building can cause the sash to move away from the frame, requiring reinstallation of the plastic window. If the opening is severely skewed, you will have to straighten it or order a new Euro-window. By internal adjustments of the opening and clamping mechanisms, you can correct the horizontal or vertical displacement within 2-3 mm. To do this you will need a standard set of tools:

• special hex key 4 mm wide;
• screwdriver 4 mm;
• pliers.

How to set the horizontal and vertical axes

To align the sash horizontally or vertically, it is necessary to adjust the plastic window in the awnings. Alignment in horizontal plane made by end adjustments on the upper and lower canopy with the window fully open. The hex key is inserted with the short side into the hole. When the key is rotated clockwise, the sash is attracted to the canopy, counterclockwise - to the impost. The maximum adjustment range is -2 to +2 mm.

You can adjust the displacement in the vertical position on the lower canopy in cases where the sash touches the frame or to change the size of the gaps. To do this you will need a hex wrench. You need to open the cap on the canopy, insert the hex key with the long end down into the top hole. By rotating the bolt clockwise, the sash can be raised, and counterclockwise, it can be lowered. The maximum height adjustment range is -2 to +2 mm.

What to do if the plastic window does not close

A sash adjusted to fit the gaps at the top, bottom and sides may not close in two cases. The first is associated with a broken handle, the second with malfunction one of the trunnion-clamp pairs. To check, you need to open the window and, pressing the double opening latch with your left hand, turn the handle down. If it has turned to the extreme position, then there is a closing problem in one of the trunnion-clamp pairs. You can determine which pair is not working one by one by unscrewing the clamping bars with a Phillips screwdriver.

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How to adjust the handle on a plastic window

The design, diagrams and photos of the location of fittings, adjusting bolts, moving parts of the Euro-window, troubleshooting methods and prices can be found on the Internet on sites on this topic. Adjusting the handle involves installing it correctly in accordance with the list below. The opening handle has four positions:

• down – closed;
• to the side - open;
• up – ventilation mode;
• in the middle position between the top and side – partial ventilation.

Replacing a faulty one

If your handle is broken, you must:

• use a screwdriver to unscrew the upper and lower fastening screws (or screws) located perpendicular to the plane of the sash;
• insert a new handle in the same position in which the faulty one was removed;
• fasten it with two screws (or screws);
• return the protective plate to its original position.

If the handle on a window or balcony becomes loose, you must:

• slightly pull the top and bottom of the protective plate on the handle and turn it to a horizontal position;
• Using a screwdriver, screw the handle tightly;
• return the protective plate to its original position.

All elements of the canopy and sash closing are located outside the structure. The main actions when the elements of this mechanism become dirty are cleaning and lubrication. If the window has not been opened for a long time, dried dirt or rust can be removed using a can of universal penetrating lubricant VD-40. After cleaning and washing, you need to lubricate the fittings and adjust them.

The eccentrics are round elements that engage the clamping bars. The axis of their fastening is shifted relative to the center of the circle, so when rotating, the distance from the axis to the point of contact with the pressure bar changes. As this distance increases, the pressure of the sash against the frame increases. The eccentrics are rotated using a hex key or screwdriver. The amount of pressure change varies from 2 to 5 mm, depending on the design of the eccentric. It is necessary to adjust the clamping force twice a year when switching from summer to winter mode and back.

What to do if the window handle is jammed

Among possible breakdowns the locking mechanism may jam the handle. There is no need to apply great force to the handle to open it - the fittings should be taken care of to extend their service life. Jamming is possible in three situations: the window is open for ventilation, wide open or closed. If the handle jams in the first two cases, a distortion during opening or a special lock may be triggered. If the sash hangs on one bottom hinge, the following operations must be performed:

• turn the handle up;
• pressing the top hinge to the frame, set the handle to the right;
• close the window and turn the handle down;
• Pressing the sash against the frame, carefully turn the handle up and open for ventilation.

The rotation lock can be activated as a result of a sharp turn of the handle at a large angle when opening. The lock is released by pressing the unlocking button or turning the corresponding lever. Its location can be found on the website of the company that developed your hardware. If you have difficulty opening, try pressing the sash firmly against the frame and turning the handle.

Tight turning or jamming of the handle when the window is closed is possible due to shrinkage and strong (more than 2-3 mm) subsidence of the window or doorway. This is extremely rare and difficult case, which can lead to frame bevel or mechanism failure. Without specialists construction company or installers will not be able to solve this problem with simple adjustments. Jamming is possible due to lack of lubrication of the bolt mechanism. To prevent this and increase service life maintenance It is advisable to do it once or twice a year.

How much does it cost to adjust Euro windows in Moscow?

Repair and adjustment of plastic windows is carried out by many companies in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and other cities of Russia, which know how to adjust PVC windows and can supply new spare parts. Prices for such services vary by region of the country; they depend on the brand of the hardware manufacturer. A visit by a specialist for a technical inspection and drawing up an estimate in Moscow will cost from 500 to 1000 rubles. The minimum order cost in Moscow is from 2000 to 3000 rubles. The cost of main work is indicated in the table:

Name	Unit of measurement	Cost, rubles
Setting up fittings (without removing)
Door adjustment (without removal)
Adjustment, repair, partial overhaul of the mechanism (without replacing fittings)
Adjustment, repair, partial overhaul of door hardware (without replacement)
Reinstalling the glass unit during adjustment
Reinstallation of the double-glazed door (the price of the double-glazed window is not included)
Cleaning and lubrication of accessories
Replacing the seal (the price of the seal is not included)
Replacement complete set rotary fittings
Handle white/colored
Main lock rotary/tilt-and-turn
Push set
Door closer
Installation of impost

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Adjusting windows for the winter with your own hands

Plastic windows have long established themselves as reliable and durable frames that preserve temperature regime premises and not allowing drafts to enter. Many people install plastic, but do not carry out maintenance and forget about the subtleties of use in the form of switching to seasonal mode and other necessary little things.

Correct adjustment of plastic windows and timely maintenance are the basis for a long service life, eliminating sudden expensive repairs.

Adjusting the sashes

Often, adjustment of window fittings is necessary when the quality of installation work is poor, when the structure is not aligned vertically and horizontally. It is also required in case of natural wear and tear, when the sashes begin to touch the frame and fittings. If the windows do not fit tightly, cold air begins to pass through and drafts appear. Instructions for self-adjustment plastic windows will help you save a significant amount on the services of third-party specialists.

To work you will need simple tools:

• hex wrench;
• screwdriver.

Inspect the window to determine the installed fittings, since the adjustment will directly depend on this factor. In one case, the sash will need to be removed, in another, tightening the fastening screw will be sufficient.

Horizontal and vertical adjustment

On the horizontal side, the sash is subject to adjustment in the event of a bevel of the frame caused by shrinkage of the structure, incorrect opening of the window or loose fastenings of the fittings. To fix the problem, you need to insert a hex key into the upper window hinge, turning it clockwise until the sash moves a sufficient distance away.

In this case, the lower part is opposite standing element should drop noticeably. Adjustment of the lower loop is carried out with outside. The shifts average 2 mm.

Diagram of the main position correction points

The window can be adjusted vertically using the hinge located at the bottom of the frame. Remove the protective cap from the loop and begin rotational movements tuning mechanism. Moving the tool in a clockwise direction will raise the sash, moving it in the opposite direction will lower it.

Regulation plastic structures should occur smoothly so that the mechanisms move no more than 1 mm in one approach.

The sash stopped closing: problem solving

Adjustment of the pressure must be made when the window has difficulty moving from the open position to the closed position. Often the reason is the lock device, which does not allow the handle to be turned. The exact sequence of actions depends on the specific manufacturer. Some specimens are equipped with a thin plate equipped with a spring with inside, which must be pressed and the handle turned to close the window. Other copies are equipped with a tongue under the handle - when you press on it, the lock of the adjusted mechanism is removed.

If the sash stops closing, you need to unlock the lock

In a situation where the window still does not want to close, you will need minor repairs. It is necessary to open the sash, find the element of the mechanism that serves as a hook for the tongue, unscrew and install a thin plate on the inside. The solution helps to shift the mechanism closer to the response element. As a result, the contact area will increase, allowing you to easily close the window.

Pressure density adjustment

Setting the pressure on a plastic window is quite simple if you follow a simple sequence of actions. Find in the area of ​​the handle, located at the side end, a system of eccentrics that serve as the main adjustment tool.

Winter and summer mode can be adjusted using trunnions

Their external design may be slightly different depending on the manufacturer of the window, but the principle of operation is the same, whatever their type.

Options for the appearance of eccentrics

When it is necessary to adjust the pressure on the side of the window hinges, you need to refer to the adjusting screw located on the bottom of the hinges. For tilt-and-turn sashes, additional adjustments are made using top loop.

In order to successfully get to the adjustment bolt located on the scissors next to the top hinge, you need to open the window, press the locking tab and set the handle to the ventilation mode. When it is necessary to press the sash against the window frame, the bolt rotates clockwise. Rotating in the opposite direction will weaken the seal.

By adjusting the tilt-and-turn scissors, you can adjust the degree of window pressure

The method of adjusting window fittings depends on the manufacturing company, since there are varieties that are adjusted with screwdrivers located on the side of the handles. Others only fit hexagons. In order to increase the pressure, the bar is carefully shifted to the street side. If you look at the hinges, you will notice retractable clamping elements. A smaller extension will provide a loose fit, while a larger extension will press the sash tightly against the frame.

Cleaning the fittings from accumulated dust

Once every 5-7 years, windows need deep cleaning from accumulated dirt. hard to reach places. Without cleaning them in a timely manner, sooner or later you will have to repair them, since their functioning will be impaired. Repairs are quite labor-intensive in terms of the weight of the structure, so it is advisable to carry out the work with assistants.

Scheme for adjusting elements to keep them clean and tidy:

1. remove the sash from its hinges, removing the overhead frame elements;
2. remove the top axle;
3. remove the sash from the lower hinges;
4. carefully set aside.

Removal of elements must be done with an assistant

The surface of the sash is carefully inspected and the screws attached to it are unscrewed. The mechanism parts are washed well, preferably using specialized solutions that are easy to apply with a brush. After this, the structure is dried well in the fresh air or with cold air from a hairdryer. Lubricant is applied to each driving mechanism. The fittings are assembled in reverse order and is installed in its original place.

Before assembling the window, all fittings must be lubricated.

We repair window handles

Questions about adjusting window frames are quite often related to the operation of the handles, since from time to time they can break or lose functionality. It is important to remember that the handles of a plastic window require periodic attention, since more often than other parts they are subject to rapid wear: sometimes they require repairs or complete replacement.

Timely adjustment - here best solution problems with handles losing functionality. Thus, a fairly loose handle requires tightening of the fastenings, which can be done in a matter of minutes, since this breakdown is one of the most simple types repair work.

Find the decorative rectangular trim under the handle, lightly hook your fingers on both edges and turn 90°. There are a couple of bolts under the trim that need to be tightened with a Phillips screwdriver.

Under the decorative trim there are bolts that are tightened with a screwdriver

You should not use tools to lift the plate covering the bolts, since there is a possibility of damaging the surface of the profile and disrupting the shape of the plug element.

Another common problem is the handle sticking, which periodically does not turn to the required angle. In this case, you need to lubricate the fasteners with machine oil using a cotton swab. A special spray or silicone lubricant will also work.

The problem of the handle sticking can be solved by lubricating the fasteners with oil.

To replace, the handle is rotated 90° and the cover in the form of holding screws is removed. The unscrewed element can be easily replaced by installing the screws in the same sequence. Repair of plastic windows with complete replacement of fittings is inevitable if the handle is thoroughly jammed. Cases are extremely rare, but they do happen.

Do-it-yourself adjustment will not be a lot of work for owners, since the whole procedure is quite simple. It is only important to approach the setup with a degree of responsibility and strictly follow the instructions.

A plastic window, even the highest quality and correctly installed, requires periodic maintenance. It can last for several years without any problems, but over time it may feel friction when opening or closing. The second problem is that there is air blowing from under the seal, and the third is that the handle turns with force. All these breakdowns are not complicated and can be easily fixed, and it is not at all necessary to call a specialist: adjusting plastic windows yourself is a matter of minutes. All you need to do is tighten or loosen a few screws. The main thing is to know where and how. More on this in photo and video format.

Winter and summer mode

Most often, adjustment of plastic windows is required for the new season: in winter, complete tightness is desirable, and in summer, a little fresh air let in. This is achieved by adjusting the sash pressure density. It's easy to do it yourself. Once you figure it out, you’ll be surprised how simple everything is...

The window sash is pressed to the frame using pins. These are movable metal protrusions on the side surface of the sash. When the handle is turned, they move behind the mating metal plates mounted on the frame. In order to be able to adjust the tightness of the fit of the sash and frame, they have an eccentric - either they themselves are made of an oval shape, or in the center of the round protrusion there is an adjustment with an offset center. By changing the position of the trunnions (see photo), you change the degree of pressure, that is, eliminate the draft from under the sash.

As you can see, the shapes of the locking protrusions can be different. To adjust them can be used different instruments. If your window has eccentrics like those in the picture on the left - oval-shaped protrusions - change their position using pliers: clamp it and turn it in the desired direction.

If the locking tab is round, as in the picture on the left, it can be slotted for a screwdriver or hex key. After examining them, you will easily understand which tool you need: a regular screwdriver or a No. 4 hexagon. Insert a key or screwdriver into the slot and also turn it to the desired position.

Place all the protrusions in the same position. Please note that they are not only on one side of the sash - the outer one, but also on the inner side (at least one, but there is one), and can also be at the top and bottom. Set all the existing locking lugs in the same position, otherwise the frame will warp and there will be blowing from under it.

When adjusting the fittings of plastic windows, remember that weak pressure corresponds to summer mode closing plastic windows, standard or strong - for winter. If preventive work carry out in winter, first set it to the standard position and check if there is airflow. Immediately pinch the rubber bands on new ones PVC windows not recommended. In this position, installed around the perimeter rubber seal pressed hard. Because of this, over time it loses elasticity. A normal seal has a 15-year warranty, but still... If the pressure is immediately set to maximum, the rubber will deteriorate faster. As a result, in once again Having set the winter position on the plastic windows, you will find that it is still blowing from under the sash, and the rubber is all cracked. This means it's time to change the seal. This is also not very difficult, but it takes more time, and you still need to buy tires.

So: winter and summer position plastic windows is set by changing the position of the locking protrusions - trunnions. Everything is explained in detail in the video below. After viewing, adjusting plastic windows yourself will finally cease to be a problem.

How to adjust a window so it doesn't blow

Sometimes, plastic windows, even after moving the trunnions to the position of strong pressure, are not airtight - there is a blow from under the sash and replacing the rubber does not help. This usually happens when the house shrinks. In this case, they say that the window sags. When this happens, contact between the locking lug and the strike plate is lost. When you turn the handle, the protrusion-trunnion should go behind the plate, pressing the sash. If this does not happen and drafts occur, the heat is blown out of the room.

Where are the trunnions (pressing lugs) usually located?

When a plastic window sag, the adjustment is different: you need to move the sash so that those protrusions that do not reach the plates catch on them.

First you need to decide which of the trunnions do not reach the locking plates. This is done mechanically. First, inspect the sash, remember where the protrusions are. Close the window. Grasp the sash frame where the trunnions are installed and pull it towards you.

If there is contact, the frame remains motionless, if not, it moves. So you check in which places there is no contact and determine in which direction the sash needs to be moved. This is done by adjusting the lower and upper loops.

Bottom Hinge Adjustment

If the PVC window somewhere below does not close, we will move the sash using the lower hinge. There are two adjustments: one in the horizontal plane - moves closer to the hinge or further from it, and the second - in the vertical - raises or lowers the sash a couple of millimeters.

To move the lower part of the sash closer or further to the hinge, it is opened. At the bottom of the sang there is an adjustment hole for a hex key (sometimes for an asterisk).

A hexagon is inserted into it, turning it clockwise brings the lower corner closer to the loop, and turning it counterclockwise moves it away. Move the sash a little and try to close/open it. Once the result is achieved, stop. If the resource is turned all the way, but there is no result, return everything to its original position: this is the wrong adjustment.

This screw can be used to correct the situation if, when closing the window, the sash touches the frame at the bottom. By bringing it a little closer to the loop, you will eliminate this problem.

There is a second adjustment screw on the bottom hinge. To get to it, you need to place the sash for ventilation and remove the decorative trim. It can be easily removed, you just need to pull the bottom edge towards you a little (1-2 mm) and pull it up. After removing the protective cap, you will see a recess in the upper part. A 4 mm hexagon is inserted into it. Turning it clockwise raises the sash slightly, turning it counterclockwise lowers it.

We talk in detail about how to remove the decorative cover on the hinge, how and how to adjust the bottom hinge on a PVC window in the following video.

Adjusting the top hinge

If the plastic window does not close top corner, you need to move it. To do this, open the window at least 90°. You can do less, but it will be inconvenient to work. There is a hinge at the top of the sash. It differs in design from the bottom one, but it also has a hole for a hexagon.

The adjustment screw is on the side. By rotating it, we move the sash further from the hinge (if the trunnions farthest from the hinge do not close) or closer to the hinge. One thing - there must be a gap of several millimeters between the sash and the hinge: it is necessary for the tilt and turn mechanism to fit there. Therefore, turn the key half a turn and check how the window opens/closes.

Sometimes this adjustment doesn't help either. Then it is required press the top corner against the frame. There is another screw for this - on the tilt and turn mechanism. To have access to this screw, you will have to open the window in two positions at once. To do this, open the sash and press the lock. It usually comes in two designs - in the form of a locking loop or a tongue (see photo below).

The blocker is retracted all the way, holding it, turn the handle to ventilate, pull the upper edge of the sash slightly towards you, open swivel mechanism. A device that holds the sash open. On one of the plates there is a protrusion for the same hex key. By turning it, you can adjust the tightness of the upper corner of the sash. It is necessary if the upper corner of the plastic window does not close.

You can watch the video again to see how to adjust plastic windows yourself. Explanations to the point, accessible and without unnecessary words.

The plastic window does not close

Sometimes the geometry of the window opening changes so much that even moving the sash to the maximum, we do not get the desired result: the plastic window does not close. What to do in this case? If there is an adjustment on the mating part, as in options a and b in the photo, try to get by with a little damage - tighten it further here. The principle is the same: insert the hex key and rotate it clockwise, pushing it to the maximum.

If a few millimeters are missing not in depth, but sideways, then will have to be installed under the mating part of the lining. They are cut from a piece of white plastic. Maximum thickness- 3-4 mm. First, unscrew the screws and remove the stops. Two gaskets are cut out: one is installed from below, the second from the side. As a result, the stop moves 3 mm deeper into the sash.

They are first installed on the desired place of the lining, on them there is a stop, which is screwed with a self-tapping screw. Protruding pieces of plastic are cut off sharp knife. Check whether the window closes or not.

If this does not help, there is another way: move the sash frame. It is quite flexible and can be moved about 5mm. The procedure is as follows:

If you look closely, you can see that the frame is slightly curved. The main thing is that the window now closes. In 99% of cases this is enough. If you are unlucky and all these tricks do not produce results, you need to remove the slopes and also bend the frame.

You can watch all the steps described above in the video.

Adjusting and replacing handles

A fairly common problem: the handle is difficult to turn. If the problem is not eliminated in time, due to excessive efforts, it breaks, leaving a short stump with which you definitely can’t do anything.

First, how to make the handle close again easily. The locking mechanisms must first be cleaned and lubricated. First, accumulated dust and dirt are removed, wiped dry, then all moving parts are lubricated. You need to use pure oils, without alkalis and acids. Best option— engine oil, you can use any analogue or modern remedy from a can.

Having lubricated all the rubbing and moving parts, open/close the sash several times and turn it on its hinges. Everything should move smoothly, without jerking.

If there are problems now, most likely during the process of adjustments or changes in the geometry of the window, the blocker has shifted. It should fit easily into the mating part and press tightly against the frame. Then the handle turns easily. Move the sash and try again.

Now about how to change the handle. The fastener on which it is held is hidden under a decorative overlay. If you look closely, you will see that there is a thin lid. You grab it with your fingers or pry it with your nails, pull it slightly toward you and turn it to one side. Two bolts open. They are unscrewed, the handle is removed, and a new one is put in its place.

We looked at the most common problems and how to fix them. Now not only is adjusting plastic windows not a problem for you, you can also do minor repairs yourself. You can also do it yourself service(greasing once a year).

Despite the enormous popularity of plastic windows among the population, various kinds of defects in their operation are increasingly being discovered. Since these structures are designed to protect the house from cold drafts and other things, it is undesirable to leave them in a faulty state. Therefore, it is necessary to eliminate defects in their operation to provide the room with warmth and comfort. If a plastic window does not close tightly, you will find out how to correct this failure by reading this article.

Reasons for not closing tightly

Plastic windows have become leaders among window structures thanks to:

• high quality workmanship;
• low cost;
• ease of use;
• noise protection;
• keeping the room warm.

But due to various circumstances, the design of the window may weaken over time and not close tightly. The reason for this may be:

• sagging;
• long service life;
• incorrect installation;
• subsidence of the structure;
• handle jamming;
• various breakdowns;
• wear of the strips.

Tip #1! To correctly determine the reason for the window not closing tightly, it is necessary to identify the real reason breakdown and only then deal with it.

Main adjustment points

It turns out that you can fix problems associated with loose closing of such windows yourself at home. There are about five points in the structure of a plastic window, with which you can easily adjust it normal functioning and proper work. Let's get to know them better.

1. The first point is in the bottom loop structure. With its help you can adjust the position of the vertical sash.
2. The second point is also located in this zone and is responsible for adjusting the lower corner of the window in a horizontal position.
3. The third point is on the top hinge and is designed to adjust the top.
4. The fourth point occupies the eccentric locking pin and can be used to adjust the clamping force.
5. The fifth point is located in the locking pin at the bottom of the window and also helps adjust the sash clamping force.

All these points can influence the calibration of various positions of PVC windows. Since most manufacturers of such windows make them using a standard matrix, their adjustment is quite simple, you just need to find the appropriate point.

Tip #2! Having found these points on your window, check them in action by slightly twisting them, paying attention to changes in the position of the window.

How to adjust the sash that touches the frame from below?

One of the most common problems with PVC windows is the sash touching the bottom of the frame. In this case, the window does not close tightly, allowing noise and drafts to enter the room. How to make it close more tightly, and at the same time correct the existing problem, you will learn from this instruction.

1. Take a hex key and insert it into the adjusting screw located in the area of ​​the end of the sash next to the bottom hinge.
2. This screw is turned using a hexagon several circles in the direction of movement of the clock hand.

As a result of such actions, the sash rises slightly and stops touching window frame from below.

Very often, a sash touching the frame in the side area leads to loose closure. You will learn what to do and how to fix the problem thanks to this instruction.

1. Take the hex key and insert it into the screw located under the bottom hinge.
2. Then start turning the key clockwise. These actions will help bring the sash closer to the hinge mechanism, and it will stop touching.
3. If you start rotating the screw with a hexagon against the trajectory of the clock hand, then you can observe the sash moving away from the hinge.

Such simple movements You can easily eliminate the defect of the sash touching the frame from the side. This type work can be done either with open window, and when closing it. If the actions taken are insufficient to eliminate the existing defect in the sash, it can be moved with the same key in the direction of movement to the upper hinge.

In many cases, plastic windows do not close tightly, and adjusting their mechanism comes down to replacing the locking bars. These structures become unusable over time due to their partial or complete wear. If you consider them to be the culprit of window defects, then you can replace them using the following instructions.

1. Open the window and carefully look at the condition of the locking bars. You can find these parts along the entire perimeter of the window, where they lie one on each side.
2. If wear is detected on such a strip, you can freely consider this to be the reason for the uneven fit of the window in the frame.
3. Remove the plastic plugs from the adjusting structures. The plugs are installed on the surface of the upper and lower hinges on the sash side.
4. Take a four-millimeter hex wrench and use it to loosen the above bolts.
5. Proceed to adjust the position of the upper window part. Using the adjustment screw, adjust the position of the top of the window according to the position of the frame. At the same time, observe how upper part begins to move first to the right, then to the left, choosing the most correct position. Secure the selected position by tightening the screw.
6. Use the bottom screw to adjust the window movement according to the top and bottom. In this case, you should periodically close and open the window until it begins to fit evenly and tightly into the frame opening.

So, with the help of simple movements, you can easily adjust the existing malfunction.

How to adjust a window that does not fit tightly to the frame?

Often a situation arises related to the adjustment of a sash frame that does not fit well with the frame. In order to eliminate this defect, it is necessary to use an eccentric system. You can find them on the side of the end of the sash, where the door itself is located. window handle. By adjusting these eccentrics, you can easily adjust the tightness of pressing the sash to the frame frame.

Depending on the type of manufacturer of these structures, eccentrics may have different appearance, however, the mechanism for setting them up is standard.

By simply rotating the eccentrics using pliers or a hexagon, the pressing force against the sash frame frame is adjusted. IN summer time year, it is recommended to set a weak clamping method. With the onset of winter cold, it is advisable to change the adjustment to a stronger level.

If it is necessary to adjust the degree of pressing of the window sash to the frame at the location of the hinges, you should use the adjustment screw. It is located on the bottom surface of the hinge.

By adjusting the top hinge mechanism, you can adjust the closing tightness of the swing-out flap. To carry out work on the adjusting bolt located on the scissors next to the top hinge, you should open the sash, and then press the locking mechanism and turn the handle to the “ventilation” position. In this case, rotating the bolt clockwise will press the sash against the frame frame. To loosen the clamp, turn the bolt counterclockwise.

In some cases, adjustment of such mechanisms is carried out only by unscrewing the bolts located on the side of the handle. Using a hexagon, move the bar to the street side and increase the pressure on the window. Adjust the clamping mechanisms using a hex key to the most suitable position.

How to adjust a locked handle

To eliminate this defect, you must first identify the manufacturer that made this window. This is necessary in order to identify, based on the manufacturer, the type of locking characteristic of the designs of its manufacture. To find out this information, you need to look at metal frame lock built into the window.

Then you should carefully press the lock body and slowly return the handle to its original position.

How to adjust the handle if it is hard to turn or won't turn

The causes of this defect are considered to be:

• sagging window sash;
• The lubrication in the moving parts of the window structure has run out.

To eliminate this type of breakdown, you need to buy the appropriate lubricant (WD 40) and lubricate the moving parts of the window mechanism with it. If this action does not resolve the damage, then the window hinges should be adjusted. To do this, you need to turn the adjusting screw located in the area of ​​the lower hinge so that the sash moves into the counter part of the blocker.
In some cases, loosening the fastening and then inserting a thin metal plate between the frame and the response zone of the locking mechanism helps.

Video on this topic see below: