Even the owner of the highest quality windows may eventually have a question about how to change the handle on a plastic window. Since there can be many reasons for this important window element to break, jam, or malfunction, it is recommended that you first find out what happened. Depending on the problems detected (cracking, complete blocking, uneven position of the window, and so on), you should choose a method for solving them. So, for a stuck handle mechanism, the solution is to lubricate the moving parts of the window mechanism.
This is how the window should work Source byggmax.se
Why did the handle break?
If the handle on a plastic window breaks, in most cases this means that it is in the wrong position (not corresponding to the current location of the window sash). Let’s say the window is in ventilation mode, and the handle is in the lower state, that is, in one that indicates a completely closed window.
The probable cause of such a breakdown is jamming of the sash blocker. Apparently, this mechanism did not work correctly, so now the sash can neither be opened nor closed. The blocker is installed in all modern metal-plastic windows. It is intended to prevent accidental breakage of the window when manipulating the handle. When you turn the handle to vertical/horizontal position, this mechanism is activated. As a result, the handle can no longer turn independently or accidentally in this position. If you move the handle too quickly, the locking device may not have time to operate; in the worst case, it will jam.
What to do if the window is jammed Source actu.fr
Before you get an answer to the question of how to disassemble the window handle of a plastic window, it is worth understanding the reason for its malfunction. Here are nine more possible reasons for a pen to break:
- the blocking system was initially damaged or the manufacturers supplied a part of poor quality;
- the lubricant is dry or dirty;
- the structure is loose and requires adjustment;
- the steel rod is loosened, so the handle rotates without locking in any position and without making any sounds;
- due to improper assembly or defective parts, cracks appeared on the handle;
- the handle has worn out due to natural reasons;
- the mechanism is clogged, so considerable effort must be made to open and close the sash;
- due to too much pressure when opening, the handle broke into two pieces;
- the window sash sagged under its own weight.
If the problem is the sagging of the window sash, it is not the handle that needs to be repaired, but the sash itself, because even a couple of millimeters of narrowed gap can make the process of closing the window difficult or impossible. In this case, changing the position of the adjusting screws will help. They are located near the hinges on which the sash is held in the open position.
Repair of sagging sash Source stroisam2.ru
If you take a special metal tool with six edges (a key) and insert it into the corresponding hole in the area of the bottom hinge, having first removed the decorative trim from it, you can twist it to the sides: this will move the vertical window screw. When you turn it clockwise, you can see the sash lifting. If you turn the screw counterclockwise, the sash will lower.
At the top of the sash near the top hinge there is a hole for inserting a key horizontally. If the sash has changed its position, moving not up or down, but to the right or left, you need to work with this particular screw. When you turn it clockwise, the opposite lower sash corner will rise up; when you rotate it counterclockwise, you will see the opposite movement of the specified window corner - down.
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Basic requirements
First of all, these are models for home use and for professional craftsmen. If you have a home workshop and do a lot of work around the house, you don't need to spend money on professional models made from better materials and with more advanced features.
Another issue you need to address is portability. If you always have a suitcase or box in the workshop, you can choose larger dimensions and weight. If, for example, you need to go to the country with tools, you will be interested in a different type.
The tool you choose to store is equally important. Some bags are designed for specific tools - ratchets, drills, screwdrivers, etc.
Features of the blocker
There is no definite answer to the question of how to repair the handle on a plastic window yourself, because first you need to understand what brand the fittings are. After a careful inspection of the window, you can find the name on one of its parts (most likely it will be on the end).
How to pinch the lock at the end with your finger Source stroisam2.ru
Aubi
For window systems, disabling a jammed locking system can only be done with the window in a vertical position. You need to find a metal part on the side of the door being repaired that acts as a spring, and press on it so that it also becomes vertical. Only after performing all the above actions must the handle be returned to the correct position. For an open window, this state is strictly horizontal.
After these simple manipulations, you should check whether the mechanism works. When problems arise again when attempting to open/close the sash, you need to find out what the relative position of the blocker and the response mechanism is. When you turn the handle and close the window, the locking mechanism must cling to the counter. If the breakdown is not corrected, the cause may be expansion of the material due to exposure to high temperatures.
The solution to the described problem is simple. You need to open the window sash and, having found the response mechanism, carefully unscrew it. After this, cardboard, thin plastic or something similar should be placed between the mechanism and the frame. Once the mechanism is screwed into place, the problem should disappear.
The blocker can also be located below Source arcont.it
Winkhaus
If the handle on a plastic window is broken and you don’t know what to do, try working with the lock. Owners of Winkhaus window fittings may be familiar with the problem of this device wearing out. Do-it-yourself repairs will require removing the window sash. You should first prepare pliers and a screwdriver. After removing the top hinge cover, you need to pull out the pin. Now you can remove the sash, freeing it from its hinges, and carefully install it on the floor, providing a strong support.
After the scissor mounting bolts are removed, you need to separate them from the window and then remove the blocker. Now you can install the scissors and the sash back. If the error has not been corrected, more serious repairs from professionals are required.
Drawer organizer concept
Not only the type of box can be called this way. Some standard boxes have a built-in organizer, which no longer gives them the right to be called standard tool boxes.
- The box can be especially convenient if an organizer consisting of small cells is built into its lid.
- The number of these cells will vary depending on the number of partitions installed in the built-in organizer.
Accordingly, there is a simple rule that is recommended to be remembered: the smaller the cells in the built-in organizer, the greater their number can be present in it and vice versa.
Replacing the handle
Let's look at how to change the handle on a plastic window yourself. To do this you need to perform a number of simple steps:
- Unscrew the decorative plastic covering the window handle mounting bolts to the side (just turn it 900).
- Two screws will be revealed that need to be unscrewed.
- Since the handle is not supported by anything else, it can be removed from the window sash.
This is how the handle is removed from the sash Source sakh.com
- Lubricate the fittings with oil specifically designed for this purpose so that they work well in the future.
- Place the new handle in place of the old handle, aligning the bolt spots with the existing holes.
- Screw the fasteners back and turn the closing plastic panel into place.
Removing a broken handle
If the window handle breaks off, that is, part of it remains in your hand when you try to close the window, you will have to replace the broken part. In this case, it is important to remove the damaged handle correctly and without errors, without damaging the window mechanism. First of all, you need to try to turn the piece of the handle so that the sash becomes vertical, but not inclined.
At the second stage, we apply the algorithm, that is, it is necessary to open the plastic decorative panel located around the handle and unscrew the bolts. When the remains of the handle are removed from the window, you should carefully inspect the remaining fittings for cracks, chips and other damage.
It is difficult to unscrew a broken handle, but it is possible Source blogspot.com
Execution
Manufacturers try to satisfy the needs of do-it-yourselfers as much as possible. That's why they have prepared several ways to organize the tools. The first is a classic suitcase or box with an original internal division into compartments and sections. If you will be carrying the tool with you, a backpack or shoulder bag will be most convenient - you will better distribute the weight of the equipment. In the workshop, the greatest service will be provided by a cabinet with many drawers or an organizer, which can also be a wall.
Twist Handle Repair
If the handle on the window simply rotates 360 degrees around its axis, but the window does not close/open, you can try to make a repair. In the case described, the problem is most likely that the square part that the turning handle is supposed to cling to has moved and stopped clinging.
The first thing you should check is the sash: it must be in a vertical position. After this, you need to remove the handle. You already know how to unscrew the handle of a plastic window: just move the panel underneath it to the side and unscrew the two bolts that hold it. Now you should remove the square part from the opening mechanism and reinstall it so that it correctly takes its place in the special recess. After installing the handle back, the problem will disappear.
If the window handle turns without making any sound at all, this may indicate a broken or incorrectly positioned central rod. To carry out repairs, you need to remove the handle, as indicated above. In this case, a metal rod should remain sticking out of the window, which must be removed from the sash using pliers.
Handles with rods Source vse-okna24.com
In order for the rod to return to its position, you need to insert it tightly into the dismantled handle. Turning the handle so that the rod “looks” down, tap the structure on a hard object. This way the rod should take the correct position. You already know how to put a handle on a plastic window.
If it's jammed...
When the window handle is stuck in one position, before replacing the handle on a plastic window, you should proceed as follows. You need to purchase lubricating spray from a hardware store. Since this type of lubricant penetrates deeper than regular liquid oil, it is better to use a spray. You should spray it on all the elements surrounding the handle mechanism, you also need to treat the corner opening mechanism, which is located on top of the side of the sash.
When applying lubricant to moving parts of window fittings, you need to do it carefully so as not to drip onto the floor or window sill. When lubricating the handle, you must try to move it in one direction or the other. This is necessary so that the lubricant penetrates deeper into the mechanism. This increases the likelihood of fixing a jammed handle.
Nuances of handle repair and replacement
We looked at how to disassemble the handle of a plastic window, but it is also worth paying attention to some important nuances:
- the internal rods of the old and new handles must be completely identical both in shape and length;
- if the handle becomes loose, you just need to tighten the fastening screws a little tighter;
- for windows with limited opening, before installing the handle, you need to use a special comb (it is attached to the base of the handle);
- When screwing in the screws holding the handle, you should not use excessive force, as the plastic parts of the window may not hold up and burst;
- the new handle must be inserted into the window in the same position as the old one was in when dismantling;
- For work you need to use a Phillips screwdriver.
Types of tool boxes
All existing tool boxes can be divided according to several parameters at once.
According to their purpose, these boxes will be divided into boxes for:
- Hand tools;
- Power tools;
- Tools and small parts;
In terms of their own design, boxes are divided into:
- Traditional boxes with a standard set of tools;
- Cases and organizers designed for specific tools related to special equipment;
- Trays and carts.
Each design type should be considered in a little more detail.
