Upgrading Casement Window Crank Handles : SWISCO.com

Quick Learner from Princeton Junction, NJ

Aug 27, 2022 11:38 am

Is it possible to upgrade my existing casement window crank handles to a model that folds once the window has closed? We currently have 1994-vintage Andersen casements with 1994-vintage cranks that remain fully deployed irrespective of the position of the window. I would prefer not to replace the entire folding mechanism to accommodate new crank handles.

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Tom from SWISCO

Aug 31, 2022 10:24 am

Sure, it may very well be possible. Before I can say anything for sure, though, I will require a photo of the hardware you have now so that I have a better idea of what you're working with. Let me know if that would be possible.

Quick Learner from Princeton Junction, NJ

Aug 31, 2022 10:47 am

Please see attached.

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Tom from SWISCO

Aug 31, 2022 11:27 am

Thank you! The only folding handle we sell that is compatible with this operator is our 39-301. Look this over and see if this would fit your needs.

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Home Owner from New Hampshire

Oct 11, 2022 7:16 pm

Hello,
I am facing a similar situation. My window cranks look the same as the one provided by the original poster. Would the 39-301 be a suitable replacement for my Andersen window cranks as well?
Thank you!

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Tom from SWISCO

Oct 17, 2022 10:38 am

You appear to have the exact same hardware as the customer who original submitted this inquiry, so my recommendation would be the same, yes.

Home Owner from New Hampshire

Oct 23, 2022 11:10 am

Thank you, Tom!

Tom from SWISCO

Oct 24, 2022 8:16 am

You're welcome! Please let me know if you had any other questions in the future.

Quick Learner from Illinois

Jan 7, 2023 3:22 pm

Hello,
Can you please tell me if the 39-301 Andersen folding handle has a 3/8" gear bore?
Thank you.

Tom from SWISCO

Jan 9, 2023 12:26 pm

Thanks for reaching out to us. Yes, he 39-301, as well as all Andersen operator handles, has a hole diameter of 3/8".