Use and Care Guide

HARDWARELUBRICATION-CONTINUED
Casement/AwningHardware
Note! New operators and hinges are already greased and oiled and
should not need lubrication. Periodically lubricate operator gear
mechanisms with white or lithium grease.
There are two types of operators with gear mechanisms:
• Removablecover
• Non-removablecoverwiththegearsreachablethrough
the back
For operators with removable covers:
Note! Some handle styles don’t have screws and will just pull off.
1.RemovesetscrewoncrankhandlewithsmallscrewdriverorAllen
wrench; remove handle.
2. Gently remove plastic cover (lift from the base).
3.Applygreasetogearsandoiltojoints.
For operators with non-removable covers:
1.Useasmallmirrorforabetterviewofthegears.
2.Applygrease/oilthroughbacksideofoperator.
Casement/AwningRotatingJoints
Lightoilprovideslubricationforrotatingjointssuchashingepivots.
Spray lubricants or graphite are acceptable, but need frequent
application.
1.Openwindowforaccesstojoints.
2. Oil as shown.
PatioDoorRollersandMulti-PointLocks
Removing patio door panels can be dangerous and should be
performed by service personnel or at least with additional help.
1.Removedoorpanel.
2. Tip door panel for access to
rollers on the bottom.
3.Lubricaterollerswhere
the shaft goes through the
middle of the wheels with
light oil.
4. Lightly oil multi-point lock
at each latch point.
5. Spray keyway lock with
graphite lubricant.
Grease Here
Grease Here
Clean Slide -
Do not lubricate
Oil each
pivot point
Operator with
removable cover
Single-arm
operator Dual-arm
operator
Hinge
Oil Here
Oil Here
Latch
point
Rollers
Key way
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Vinyl Windows and Patio Doors (JCM002)
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