Plastic windows are in great demand today, because during operation they show only the best results. This is the maximum protection against the external environment and reliability. A number of people install such windows and after that simply forget about them. Many do not carry out maintenance; in addition, they are not aware of the intricacies of the transition depending on the season.
There are other little things that everyone should know about. Proper winter-summer window adjustment and proper care are conditions that extend the service life and completely eliminate structural repairs. It remains only to understand how to carry out this process independently.
Sash operation
Often there is such a problem - during the installation, all the rules were not followed, namely the accounting of level indicators. In such a situation, it is simply necessary to adjust the wings. In addition, wear is not ruled out taking into account the time when movements in different directions begin to occur. If the window does not fit snugly, then there is a penetration of cold air from the street into the room. If the windows are adjusted independently - this is not only an opportunity to fix the problem at any time, but also save on the services of masters.
In the process you need to stock up on basic tools. It:
- The keys.
- Screwdriver.
- Pliers.
When the work process begins, you need to inspect the window, because the adjustment will depend on the built-in fittings. In one case, the existing fasteners are tightened, and in the other, the sash will have to be removed. Everyone acquires window blocks from different suppliers who use their technologies in the process. For this reason, they will have to be regulated depending on the conditions created at the production stage.
Window adjustment: horizontal and vertical adjustment instructions
If there is a skew of the structure due to shrinkage of the entire block, improper opening of the window or weakening of fittings, in this situation, work is being done in the horizontal direction. To fix the problem, you need to use a hex key. It is simply rotated clockwise until the leaf leaves at the desired distance.
After work is underway with the upper canopy. Adjusting the windows yourself is easy. In this situation, the lower part of the opposite side should begin to fall. It is necessary to work with the lower loop from the street. Do not assume that these will be big transitions. The maximum design will shift by 2 millimeters.
At the bottom of the frame, everyone will see a hinged loop - it helps to make adjustments in a vertical position. In a plastic window unit, all hinges are protected with special caps. After they are removed, the mechanism is tuned in rotating movements. In order for the sash to take a position higher than the existing one, you will have to make turns clockwise. If you rotate in the opposite direction, we will lower it.
Do-it-yourself window adjustment should be slow, without sudden movements. The first time the design should change its location by no more than 1 millimeter. Do not immediately tighten it strongly, because you can disrupt the operation of the entire mechanism.
What to do if the sash does not close?
Often, after a long period of operation, there is a problem of pressing the sash. This manifests itself in a situation where it is difficult to transfer from one state to another. And in this process, you need to pay attention to the lock device. But you need to perform the troubleshooting depending on who the block manufacturer is. Some designs have a thin plate that has a spring inside. She is pressed and the handle is turned. There are such instances in which a tongue is located under the handle. After clicking on it, the shutter system is removed.
Repairs
Situations are not uncommon when nothing changes after regulation. If so, you will have to do a little repair. In the open state, you should find the latch of the shutter tab, unscrew and install a small plate on the inside. This method will move the bolt system closer to the response component. After that, the plastic window will close simply.
How does the pressure density work?
Masters believe that the easiest way to adjust the shutter pressure. There are elementary rules that should not be violated. In the design of any PVC window there is a system of eccentrics - it is located at the side end. It is in this area that the adjustment takes place. According to external data, they can be different, but by the principle of operation are identical.
To work in this direction (sash clamp), you need to arm yourself with pliers and begin to rotate the eccentric. Adjustment of plastic windows for winter mode occurs with strong pressure. But for the summer it is worth making a relaxation. So the room will be ventilated. Not everyone does this, but such a procedure brings a change in the microclimate in any room, which corresponds to the selected season.
Sometimes you need to work with window hinges. They have a special screw, which is located at the bottom of the design. When the installation has a folding mode, the upper loop will help to create the required manipulations. Each process is performed by several methods:
- Adjustment in the upper loop. You need to open the window, lock the locking tab and put the handle in ventilation mode.
- To press the bolt rotate gradually clockwise. But by the summer he is sent in the opposite direction.
Each manufacturer creates their own designs. Basically, the difference is observed in the fittings. Some adjustments are carried out with a screwdriver, while others with a hex key. To make the clamp as tight as possible, the bar is shifted to the street side. With a visual examination of the loop, it is easy to notice the clamping device. If you press hard, the design will become dense.
Adjusting windows is a straightforward process, because each manufacturer takes this into account when creating the structure. Basically, all actions are performed at the expense of existing fittings. Despite the fact that there is a window adjustment for the winter, few do it. Some owners mistakenly believe that after installation there is no need to pay attention to the mechanism.
Hardware cleaning
The mechanism of each window is complex, so after installation, after three years, you need to clean the inaccessible places from accumulated dirt and dust. If you don’t think about it in time, you will have to make a deeper repair. It will not be so easy to cope with it on your own, but you will have to pay for the services of specialists. The windows themselves are not so light, and you can’t remove them without the help of another person.
How to perform the cleaning procedure:
- Carefully remove the sash from the hinges.
- Pull out the top axle.
- Unhook the sash from the lower hinges.
- Put in a safe place.
What next?
After the sash is subjected to a thorough inspection. The screws located on it are removed. Then you need to rinse the entire installation well. For this, it is better to use special tools. But how to apply them? This can be done with a brush or soft cloth. When every detail is washed, it is important to dry well, but not with hot air currents. It is better to do this on the street, in the place where the draft is present. So that the driving mechanisms do not fail, they need to be lubricated. Next, the assembly is carried out in the opposite direction and the structure is installed in its place.
Repair work
During operation, unpleasant situations can occur, and it is not always possible to avoid damage. The wizard calls the weak point of the windows handles, because they are the most loaded. Therefore, they are not only regulated, but also subjected to repair work. It is not always possible to bring this window component back to “life” - sometimes you have to install a new one. Buying it is not so difficult. Many turn to manufacturing companies and acquire accessory accessories without problems.
How to delay repair?
For the handle to last a long time, it is important to carry out the adjustment in the process and just pay attention to its work. If she began to move, then this defect can be removed by tightening the mount. This will not take much time, as this is an elementary job. Process Stages:
- Under the handle you need to find a decorative trim. It has a rectangular shape.
- After it is gently hooked with fingers on both sides and rotated 90 degrees.
- Under such protection bolts are located. They are being pulled up.
It is important to take into account one point of such work - the plate is fragile, and there is no need to use tools for its dismantling. This is done neatly with your hands. Often owners of plastic structures are faced with such a problem as sticking sticks. She does not turn at all or only at some angle. Sometimes simple lubrication helps to cope with a problem. You can give preference to engine oil. Application is done with a brush or cotton pad.
There are special holder screws on the handle. They remove the installation when turning 90 degrees. After it is changed and screwed in the reverse order. It will not be difficult to find all the components, especially since companies today give good warranty periods for which you will not have to do something on your own. But if the handle does not change position under any manipulations, then replacement of accessories is mandatory. But this is already repairing the entire window. This is rare, but it happens.
Conclusion
Adjusting the modes of plastic windows is a simple process, and many deal with it on their own. To avoid problems, it is worthwhile to study the stages of work in advance. In addition, the masters themselves can tell the nuances of adjustment after installing such windows in the apartment. But if a person performs the installation of a plastic window himself, it is worth taking as a basis all of the above and achieve the desired result. The adjustment itself is recommended to be done twice a year - in anticipation of winter and summer.