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Plastic window structures 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. As the temperature drops, cold air from outside can begin to enter the room. In all these cases, window adjustment is necessary, which you can do yourself if you know how to adjust plastic windows for winter by switching the pressure settings from summer to winter option.

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 variety of 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 on 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 may break and require replacement are the handle and sealing rubber. 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. There is one bias adjustment on the top hinge top bar horizontally. The displacement control process is carried out at open window 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 the lower hinge, in addition to shifting the bottom bar horizontally, there is a screw for shifting 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 the horizontal plane is 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 the incorrect operation of one of the pin-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 closing of the sash 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 the possible breakdowns of the locking mechanism, the handle may become jammed. 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.

Stiffness in turning or jamming of the handle when closed window possible with shrinkage and strong (more than 2-3 mm) subsidence of a 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 solve this problem simple adjustments it won't work. 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	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)
Replacing a complete set of rotary fittings
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Today you can find plastic windows in almost any home. But not everyone is familiar with the operational capabilities metal-plastic windows. Their characteristic feature remains that there is the possibility of switching to winter or summer modes. This feature is associated with the type of fittings used. Naturally, this function is not inherent to all PVC structures, but only to those in the installation of which modern fittings were used. Let's figure out how to configure it.

Setting plastic windows to winter mode

When it’s autumn outside the window and you feel that cold air is passing through due to the closed sash of the PVC window, this indicates that it’s time to switch the window structure to “winter” mode. But you shouldn’t do this unless absolutely necessary. This is due to the fact that winter conditions greatly wear out rubber compressor. (and this is what the seal looks like for entrance doors self-adhesive, you can see) Also, do not tighten the eccentric too much. In this case, you can damage the window frame. And to repair it, you will have to pay a tidy sum.

But you can find out what Roto anti-burglary fittings look like, and how exactly they are installed, from this

Before proceeding to direct adjustment, it is worth taking a number of simple but very important steps:

1. With help damp cloth remove dust from all joints and connections in the end part of the sashes. You also need to pay attention to the frame. Dirt should not be allowed to penetrate internal mechanisms opening windows and hinges.
2. Using a brush with hard bristles, remove dirt and dust from the surface of the fittings. It is also worth learning more about how
3. Remove dirt and used lubricant from the rubbing elements with a dry cloth.
4. Replace seals if significant wear is observed. There is also
5. Treat the adjusting screw to adjust the winter mode using a special silicone grease. You also have to pay attention to the hinges.

But how to adjust the pressure of a plastic window, and how to do all the work yourself, is indicated

When all the preparatory measures have been completed, you can proceed directly to the actual adjustment of the winter regime. The sequence of actions is as follows:

1. Find the place where the pins are located. The number of eccentrics is determined taking into account the dimensions of the sash. Most often there are 3 of them. It is necessary to find all the trunnions, because when changing modes you will have to change the position of each.
2. Since the previous lubricant had to be removed, a new one must be applied.
3. Examine the condition of the axles. Find stripes or other markings on their surface that will display the operating mode of the window structure. If the trunnions have an oval shape, then it is necessary to pay attention to their position relative to the horizontal.
4. Rotate each pin to the required position. In this case, this should be done using a hexagon or pliers.
5. Check the correctness of the transition. To do this, you must first place a sheet of paper and then try to remove it from the closed window.

It may also be useful for you to learn more about and what tool is needed for this.

Video: switching fittings to winter mode and adjusting them

On video winter mode of plastic windows:

Some manufacturers PVC structures the trunnions are made recessed into the sash. Before turning them, you must install them in correct position, and then drown again. The manipulation is similar to that which involves moving the hands on a mechanical watch.

When switching to winter mode, the long line should be focused towards the street. And if there is an oval trunnion, then its location should be horizontal. Most people, even if PVC windows have a mode change, do not use this feature. And in vain, since this allows you to increase the comfortable living conditions in the house.

In winter, a gap may form in the windows, through which cold air will leak into the room. But with the onset of heat, the compression will have to be loosened, otherwise it may damage the seal.

But what should be the fittings for plastic balcony doors, and how it can be installed. This will help you understand

How to switch to summer mode

The modes are used to ensure that the PVC window can adapt to weather that are available on the street. If the cold has already receded, then there is no need to retain heat and save on heating. But this requires reliable protection from dust, noise. In addition, during the summer heat it is so important that the window does not allow hot air to pass through.

The presented functions of a plastic window must be carried out even in a state when all connections are relaxed. No cracks are formed, but there is no too tight pressing.

So, when it’s warm and comfortable outside the window, then it’s time to take care of switching the PVC window to summer mode. There are no difficulties here, the main thing is to strictly adhere to the following plan:

1. Check the window to see what mode it is in.
2. For the summer mode, a characteristic feature remains that there is a small gap between the doors. A thin sheet of paper fits perfectly there. It is also worth paying attention to what kind of
3. Thus, the fittings are not tightly pressed to the seal and allows you to extend the service life PVC window. The window really needs this kind of rest, and this applies even to the most modern and expensive designs.
4. Next you will have to unscrew the hexagon to the minimum possible.
5. An eccentric is a special fastening that makes it possible to convert rotational motion into translational motion. It also weakens the seal. It should be concentrated as close to the street as possible. This way the seal can be loosened.
6. You need to take a suitable wrench and simply unscrew the eccentric until it stops. It is extremely important to check that all eccentrics have switched to the new position.

But what kind of fittings are there for sliding doors? glass doors, and how it is installed, this will help you understand

Video: switching and installing plastic windows to summer mode

Video showing the transfer of plastic windows to summer mode:

It is believed that the summer mode is the most gentle for PVC windows. There is no need to worry about the fact that air will pass through the gap formed, dust or hot air will actively warm up the room. The window structure will perfectly perform its tasks without extreme tight compression.

Here is what the fittings for maco plastic windows look like, and how they are installed on the window.

The high popularity of PVC windows has led to the fact that almost every home has these structures. But installing windows alone is not enough. It is important to learn how to use them correctly. Only then can you create comfortable conditions in the house and at the same time extend the service life of the plastic window. Characteristic feature care lies in adjusting the winter and summer regime. This process does not require any difficulties, and you can set the appropriate mode in 10-15 minutes. But after this, you will be able to simultaneously create normal living conditions and at the same time extend the life of the window fittings.

When purchasing plastic windows, always pay attention to whether the structure has a winter mode. Window installations from the Rehau company have been using such functions in production for a long time.

It is worth noting that not all windows can be switched to summer-autumn modes. This is typical for more expensive models, which have not only opening and closing functions. Rehau windows just belong to this category of these products.

What are modes for?

In winter, windows should perform the function of retaining heat in the room. This is very important, because not all models are resistant to strong temperature drops. In summer, it is important that dust and dirt from the street do not enter the room, and that there is also access fresh air.

To find out if your window design such functions, you need to inspect it. There should be a hole on the side of the sash, it is located on the trunnion.

Windows must be switched to winter mode in the following cases:

• if air begins to flow through the window, or the window is not resistant to cold temperatures in normal mode;
• if the window density cannot keep air out;
• The room temperature has become too low.

Windows from the manufacturer Rehau are quite easy to switch to winter mode; you just need to follow the instructions. First, you need to completely clean the window of dirt, especially the fittings. Cleaning can be done using a special brush.

If the lubricant on structural parts is outdated, replace it. This will significantly speed up the process and help you adjust the mode as accurately as possible. Then, start adjusting the necessary flaps. Find all the necessary pins on it (their number depends on the size of the window).

In order for the seal to press correctly, it is necessary to move all the levers. It is worth carefully inspecting all the trunnions, as modes may be marked on them. To turn the trunnions, use a screwdriver and pliers, or a hexagon. Turn each lever as far as possible.

To check if the operations were performed correctly, close the window. If the closing becomes tight, then the function is set. Try inserting a sheet of paper between the sash and frame. If the sheet was then pulled out without special effort, something was done incorrectly.

It is best to check the availability of modes immediately before purchasing windows. Then you will be advised on all issues and given a couple of tips on setting up functions.

Adjusting windows. Switching fittings to winter mode:

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Winter and summer mode in plastic windows: switching methods, malfunctions and their elimination

The topic of this article is winter-summer mode in plastic windows. Together with the reader, we will understand why this function of window fittings is needed, what problems may arise when using it, and how to eliminate these problems. So, let's go.

What it is

Summer and winter modes on plastic windows differ in the pressing force of the sash and, accordingly, the maximum gap between the opening sash and the frame:

• In winter mode, the sash is pressed more tightly to the frame;
• In summer the gap is a couple of millimeters larger.

The pressing force is changed in the simplest and most obvious way - by turning the eccentric rollers, which are responsible for fixing the sash in the closed position.

Why is this necessary?

Remember physics? There is such a term - thermal expansion. It describes the behavior of almost any material when heated: the linear dimensions of an object made from it change upward.

Window profiles are no exception.

When cooled, the size of the object decreases accordingly. For those materials used in manufacturing modern windows, the coefficient of thermal expansion takes the following values:

A little, right? However, when heated to, say, 60 degrees, a modest five to six hundredths of a millimeter per meter will turn into 3 - 3.6 mm.

Thermal expansion - simple and clear.

In terms of standard thickness metal-plastic profile (60 mm), expansion when heated from winter -30 to summer +30 degrees will be about two tenths of a millimeter.

This seemingly small difference may well mean the presence or absence of a cold draft around the perimeter of the sash - a draft that will lead not only to understandable discomfort, but also to unreasonably large heat losses. Which, for a moment, is what you pay for.

Excuse me, the surprised reader will say, but what about elastic rubber? Doesn't it compensate for the slight change in sash size?

Of course it compensates. However, rubber tends to lose its elasticity over time. Over the course of several years, a constantly compressed rubber profile will acquire the shape and size of the gap between the frame and the sash.

Since the gap size changes due to seasonal variations outside temperature, in just a couple of years in winter it will start to get drafty from the window. Simply because pressed by the expanded summer heat profile, the seal will no longer completely close the gap in winter. However, it is worth increasing the gap between the profiles during the warm season - and the problem will be completely eliminated.

How to regulate

When installing hardware, its pressure rollers are usually in the neutral position.

How to switch plastic windows to winter mode when cold weather sets in? You just need to rotate all the rollers 90 degrees - so that the larger radius of the oval roller is directed towards the sash.

The mark on the video in winter mode is directed towards the house, in summer mode - towards the street.

How to do this? The instructions depend on the type of fittings. There are two options:

1. You can rotate the roller yourself, without tools. To do this, it is enough to pull it along the axis in the direction from the sash and rotate it to the desired position;
2. The roller turns with some effort using a hex key.

A set of hexagons suitable for adjusting windows can be found in any bicycle or car shop.

How to switch windows to winter mode if you don’t have a hexagon on hand?

• Using a flat-head screwdriver, insert it into the groove of the roller;

Not all hardware kits have a slot for a screwdriver.

• With pliers. Under their jaws you need to place a thick cloth folded several times or thin rubber (for example, a piece of an old bicycle inner tube) so as not to wrinkle the surface of the roller.

How to switch plastic windows to summer mode when it gets warmer? In the same way, only for the summer, the roller turns with a long radius in the direction from the sash.

A special case

How to switch windows to summer mode if their sashes are equipped only with central locking, without pressure rollers?

The pressing force of the sash can be changed by adjusting the mating part of the lock. To do this, it is equipped with a pair of adjusting screws with hexagon heads located at the top and bottom of the movable bar.

Alas, the benefit of such an adjustment will be rather dubious. Deformation of the profile over time will inevitably lead to the appearance of cracks at the top and bottom of the sash. A window without pressure rollers will never close completely airtight.

Problems and solutions

What problems may arise when switching seasonal window mode?

• The roller does not turn.

You may be trying to rotate the roller without pulling it out of the lock slot. Try lifting the roller and turning it 90 degrees.

If this is not the problem, lubricate the roller with WD-40. Price small (100 ml) aerosol can This lubricant costs about 150 rubles. Thanks to the kerosene contained in WD-40, the lubricant can penetrate any thread in a few minutes and allow it to move out of place.

• In the winter position the window continues to show through.

It looks like the window seal has served its purpose.

You can purchase a new seal from any company that sells plastic windows and deals with them. service. To replace it you need:

1. Pull out the old seal from the grooves of the sash and frame;

1. Trim it at the corners stationery knife. In the corners the seal is welded to the profile;
2. Insert a new seal around the perimeter and frame and press it into the groove until it stops with your hands or a dull steel spatula.

Replacing the seal has one subtlety. The absolute tightness of windows is not always useful: it often leads to the fact that the room completely ceases to be ventilated. To ensure air flow, frames are often equipped with supply valves, however, there is a simpler solution.

If you cut a couple of pieces of the seal (bottom on the frame and top on the sash), you will ensure a constant limited flow of fresh air at no additional cost.

Seasonal cold is approaching, and you feel that, despite the fact that you have replaced the old frames with modern plastic ones, the wind is blowing through the apartment. Usually in such cases, not at all flattering words are addressed to manufacturers and craftsmen.

In fact, most often they are not guilty, or they are only guilty of forgetting to tell

Winter and summer window mode

Many owners of double-glazed windows do not even suspect that windows modern manufacturers have seasonal adjustment.

IN summer period For normal air circulation, a larger gap is required between the window sash and the frame so that air can pass through it, which will prevent the glass from fogging up and ensure air exchange in the room even when the window is closed. If the glass unit fittings are in summer mode, the window handle turns easily.

In winter, if even a slight blowing is felt, it is necessary to adjust the fittings. To do this, the gap between the sash and the frame must be minimized to ensure tightness and retain heat in the apartment. If there is no draft, then the windows can be left in summer mode. How to switch your windows to winter mode yourself ? Is it really possible to do this without qualified help?

Signs of presence of winter and summer mode adjustment

Open the frame and see if there are trunnions at the end - these are special eccentrics that can be used to make adjustments. Winter and summer window mode depends on the position of these trunnions.

Owners of plastic windows often ask the question: “Is it possible to adjust and leave the frame forever in the winter mode position?” Manufacturers do not recommend doing this, as this will cause the seal to fail much faster. That is, the window will need repairs. In addition, the windows will “cry” in the summer due to the lack of normal heat exchange, and this will also shorten their service life.

How to adjust a window

The technician should explain to you how to switch the windows to winter mode during the installation of double-glazed windows. If this does not happen, we will try to figure it out together.

So, the trunnions have been discovered. By the way, you need to look at them from both ends window sash. In the middle of the eccentric there should be a hole for a hexagon, Phillips screwdriver or regular screwdriver. It happens that the hole is simply round, then pliers will help you cope with the adjustment.

We take the tool and use it to turn the trunnion clockwise until it stops. This must be done very carefully, without exerting much effort, otherwise your actions may lead to damage to expensive parts of the structure.

If you are not sure of the correctness of your actions, you should initially seek help from a specialist who will show you on the spot how to switch windows to winter mode. Instructions, given by him during adjustment, and will be your support in the future.

Budget option for double glazed windows

Not all windows have functional adjustment mechanisms. If you have a budget option double-glazed windows, then usually the simplest window fittings are used, and accordingly, seasonal changes in modes cannot be carried out.

Step-by-step instruction

How to set windows to winter mode:

1. The best place to start is by cleaning the entire moving frame structure. This can be done conveniently using a hard brush and a soft damp cloth.

2. Carefully inspect the frame and find all the axles. How bigger size the opening of the sash, the more eccentrics there will be on it. Prepare the right tool: hexagon, sprocket, screwdriver or pliers.

3. Using the tool, carefully turn each pin clockwise a few millimeters until they are all in the same position.

4. You can check the result in two ways:

Turning the window handle will require great force. This indicates that the fittings are adjusted correctly.

You can take a regular sheet of paper, stick it between the sash and the frame and close the window. If the window is closed tightly, then pulling the sheet will tear it; if you can pull the sheet out, it means that the sash and frame are not pressed against each other tightly enough.

How to prepare plastic windows for winter

It’s not enough to know how to switch windows to winter mode , it is also necessary to perform a few simple manipulations to extend the service of double-glazed windows.

- In the presence of mosquito net It is better to remove it, clean it from dust with a vacuum cleaner, and wash it warm water with soap and pack it away for the winter.

- Rinse window frame and double-glazed windows using special products or dishwashing detergent. The procedure should be carried out with a soft cloth.

- Lubricate all moving parts of the frame by special means or machine oil starting from the top. After treatment, close and open the window several times so that the lubricant is distributed evenly.

- Adjust the fittings. You already know how to switch windows to winter mode.

- Carefully inspect the rubber seal to see if there are any cracks or damage on it. If any are found, replacement is required. Also, a hardened seal will not cope with its function. If it is safe and sound, it is recommended to lubricate it with silicone or glycerin grease, after washing it with dishwashing detergent or soap.

I would like to believe that now, having learned, how to set windows to winter mode , you will no longer freeze even in the coldest winter.