Vinyl Window Locks Not Aligning

Doug hauser from accent windows and doors demonstrates how to repair a harvey double hung window that won t lock.

Vinyl window locks not aligning.

Prime line u 9809 sliding window lock for vinyl windows easy installation to keep windows securely closed white diecast construction pack of 2 4 2 out of 5 stars 1 603 7 94 7. Unscrew and remove the existing stay location bracket on the bottom of the window frame. One way that you can try to help the vinyl recover its memory and force the locks to align correctly is to force the windows shut lock them and leave them in place for as long as possible. Try lifting or pushing on the window slightly while simultaneously attempting to shut the window.

Step 1 force the windows shut. 94 3 97 item 9 99 9 99. A simple window stay lock including screws fittings and keys is inexpensive and can be fitted in 10 minutes. For heavier duty locks see item no s u 9800 u 9802 u 11127 u 11128 u 9810 or u 9812.

We ll show you how to fix your problem in just a few minutes. Then lift or push on the area of the window around the lock while simultaneously trying to lock the window. This is due to settling of the house foundation. Fixing a misaligned andersen casement window requires making small adjustments to the hinge channel of the.

Look on the lower half of the open window sash about halfway between the lock and the bottom of the sash. For non marring locks see no s u 9820 u 9821 u 10876 and u 10551. Over time the window and door frames in your home may come out of adjustment. When this happens it can cause your andersen casement windows to come out of alignment and not close properly.

Rotate the sash lock at the top of the lower sash to unlock the window. Finish by tightening thumbscrew with pliers to securely lock windows in closed or ventilating positions. Open your upvc window and find the lock adjustment head. Raise the lower sash four.

Most window locks also are based on a rocking or sliding mechanism that requires two sections to align in order to connect and lock. This works for andersen. For vinyl windows use u 9809 or u 10547. If your style of upvc window opens outwards rather than upwards you can move the lock on the sash forwards or backwards.

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