17-48 Melfield Gardens

Side Hung Window

Side hung windows are hinged in the jamb of the window with powder coated hinges.

Casement catches may be adjusted by tight ening or slacking the lug on the thread plate on the frame.

The hinges may be adjusted using a hinge straightener, if the sash is sagging.

Never open a side hung window for the purpose of airing the room unless it is secured by either a window stay or a safety catch. The sash may be damaged by hard impact on the wall with wind or draft.

Casement catch The side hung window is also available with adjustable hook/cam, holding the frame in closed position. The window is held open by an internal storm rod/hook, fitted at the side of the hinge.

Activation with espagnolette The side hung window is available with es pagnolette, fitted with a handle in the clos ing side of the frame. The espagnolette has an adjustable mushroom bolt, locking into a keep, securing the window against intrusion.

Mushroom bolts may be adjusted from time to time to increase or reduce the pressure on the seal.

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