In modern homeowners, plastic windows are in high demand. This is because this type of product has many advantages over similar products. The main one is considered the possibility of moving such windows to summer or winter conditions. Most users do not even suspect the presence of this function. In fact, the transition seasonal regime is not inherent in all types of plastic windows.
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Why is it necessary to adjust windows
The transition system is not related to the quality of the material used for the production of windows, but to the availability of certain types of fittings. Fairly often, fittings with low cost are produced with a limited number of additional functions, so manufacturers do not complement it with regulators that allow them to make seasonal adjustments.
Proceeding from the fact that the street temperature in winter and summer differs significantly, it can be assumed that the seasonal requirements for window frames are also not the same. In winter, the priority is to maximize the preservation of heat in the room, protect it from frosty outdoor air, in summer the tasks are greatly simplified. The task of the summer regime is to prevent the penetration of dust, small debris, dirt and street heat.
Translation of a plastic window from summer to winter mode and vice versa is not a complicated process, but requires special care. In cases where the owner of the housing is not sure of his knowledge and possibilities in resolving this issue, the best option will still be to contact a specialist or a company engaged in installing the window frame.
Winter adjustment of plastic windows
To set the winter mode on the plastic windows, you should first inspect the window and make sure that it contains the necessary fasteners to make the transition from summer to winter or vice versa. Visually, the owner should detect holes near the eccentrics in the form of an asterisk or hexagon. Only after discovering the latter can you begin to make a transition.
Step-by-step recommendations for moving to the winter window:
- the first thing to do is to recalculate the number of eccentrics available; at windows made by different firms their number may differ; translation is subject to all eccentrics;
- at the next stage of the transfer you will need a pair of pliers or a key; with their help it is necessary to scroll eccentrics to the position when the sealant is pressed as much as possible; most of the options for plastic windows offered in specialty shops, scrolling eccentrics should be done clockwise;
- the final step is a test that will help (especially newcomers in this case) to verify the correctness of the work performed; check is made as follows: a sheet of ordinary paper is clamped between the leaf and frame, then the window closes with a handle; now you need to pull the sheet on yourself: if it stretches out unhindered - then the transition to winter is completely wrong or incomplete and the plastic window is still in summer mode; if the sheet could not be pulled out - the transition is correct and the window is ready for wintering.
See how the adjustment is done by watching the video:
Specialists say that even with the necessary fasteners for the transition modes, the transition itself is not necessary at all. Sealant, after the transition to winter, wears out more quickly and becomes worthless. Consequently, it makes no sense to keep the window in the winter mode all year round. But on the other hand, the window in the summer mode in winter can pass cold air.
Information about the availability of the transition between the modes should be consulted by the sales consultant before the purchase is made in the store.
Accessories for plastic windows - which one to prefer when installing windows
The transition of plastic windows to seasonal modes is a characteristic, specific ability inherent in modern fittings for windows. The modern construction market offers a wide range of products of this type, produced by different companies. The accessories for windows can be either standard or specialized, or budget. It is worthwhile to understand that some types of fittings have functions that allow performing seasonal adjustment of windows, and some are not.
Budget view - this is an accessories with a limited number of functions. Often used in windows with low cost. This view allows the window to only close and open, no more and no less. Quite often, similar fittings are installed in new buildings.
Standard view - this is the fittings most often installed on plastic windows. It is mainly produced by European manufacturers. In the domestic market you can often find products of this type from the following manufacturers: Maco, Siegenia Aubi, Roto, GU. The goods of these companies are famous for their high quality and variety of functions. Practically all the products of foreign companies have the functions allowing to make adjustment of PVC windows.
Specialized types differ from the others in that they are equipped with special modifications. For example, the fittings that resist the external penetration, that is, the breaking of the window frame, the fittings reinforced in a special way, the fittings used for the installation of plastic doors and the like. Most of the goods belonging to a specialized species have a seasonal transition regime.
When and how to move the plastic window to winter mode
If the arrival of the first colds in the room gives a feeling of freshness penetrating from the window frame, the owner must understand - it is time to switch to winter mode. With the advent of spring and the increase in street temperature, the windows should be switched to the "summer" mode. It should be remembered that without special need to use the winter regime is not worth it. In the "winter mode" position, the window warmer is too quickly worn out. The worn insulation must be replaced.
As already mentioned above, the process of transition from one mode to another is not difficult. However, the owner should remember: incorrectly the perfect transition adversely affects the condition of the window hardware. Often, such improper actions lead to the failure of the hardware. As a consequence, after this, a specialist call, repair of the frame and replacement of the fittings follows.
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