Vinyl Window Adjustment Tool

Constructed from chrome plated steel.

Vinyl window adjustment tool.

However if a window has warped over time you may only need to take one of these steps based on how your window is malfunctioning. The springs are located on the sides of the window in the frame. Vinyl windows require a bit more in terms of adjustment but the job still is relatively easy. Tilt balance tension tool from prime line is used to adjust the tension on spiral window balances.

Loosen all 8 of these screws about 1 full turn then carefully press or lift the window sash to adjust the height. The actual adjustment process can be divided into two different types of steps must do steps and those that depend on the malfunction. So i remember to look on amazon and sure enough exactly what i need for 15 or 20 bucks in 5 minutes to fix the springs with the correct tool saving me over 100. How to adjust a spiral balance on a tilt window.

Then grasp the bottom of the internal spiral with the tensioning tool and rotate slightly to the right. It features a mortise hook and slot design and is used for winding spiral balances. Looking for replacement parts or new products. 1 rotate the sash lock at the top of the lower sash to unlock the window.

At the same time pull the internal spiral downward. Slip internal spiral away from the pivot lock shoe. This is a spiral balance tensioning tool. If the spring becomes too loose and worn the window may begin to slowly close on its own after having been opened.

Sold by river colony trading and ships from amazon fulfillment. When adjusting new windows all of these steps should be taken. Simply crank the tensioning tool to increase or decrease the opening length of the spiral balance. They control the tension when opening and closing the window.

This tool is used to crank the appropriate amount of operating tension on the spiral window balance. 125 for the window guy to come out and retention the window springs for this more modern style. Many modern replacement windows are vinyl and run on a spring system. It requires a different window tension tool then the one that i ve had for 20 years.

Alternatively if you want to adjust the lock position of your upvc window for a better seal open the window and locate the lock adjustment head. Once the window has been adjusted tighten the 8 screws to secure it in place. The tool has a double hook end which allows you to grasp the end of the spiral balance rod. This video will demonstrate how to adjust the spiral balance on your window.