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Door & Window
Jan 25, 2012
Jan 25, 2012
Can Vent Latch #26-148 be installed on any window?
This vent latch is not for new application. This product is only for repairing existing vent latches of the same shape and size.
Home Owner
ardsley ny
Jan 25, 2012
Home Owner from ardsley ny
Jan 25, 2012
Acorn vinyl window stop/lock. How is it attached?
I am moving into a residence that has ACORN vinly clad alunminum windows. I am looking for a stop where I can open the window to a certain height and leave it there without it being opened any further. in looking at the diagram of the 55-063 I cannot figure out how it attaches and how it operates. ... (cont.)
Home Owner
Richmond California
Jan 25, 2012
Home Owner from Richmond California
Jan 25, 2012
Locking sweep lock vent latch
Hello Swisco, I have double hung, double tilt vinyl windows. I'm looking to replace several broken sweep locks but I'm having difficulty finding a matching or close fitting part. These sweep locks themselves lock in the closed position requiring a thumb to press a button to allow the sweep loc ... (cont.)
Jan 25, 2012
Jan 25, 2012
vinyl night/vent lock added to window
Sorry we only have replacement vent locks. I have not heard of anyone trying to use a replacement vent lock in a new application - so I do not think any of them would work for you.
Jan 25, 2012
Jan 25, 2012
Vent latch easily removed from inside
Currently SWISCO carries only carries one vent lock set for a new application. See the 20-013 vent lock set. Note, that this set is for wood windows.
Quick Learner
Florida
Jan 25, 2012
Quick Learner from Florida
Jan 25, 2012
Best location to install new vent stops
Do you have a best location, i.e., from top/bottom of a window for the 26-122 Vent latches?
Home Owner
Byhalia, MS
Jan 24, 2012
Home Owner from Byhalia, MS
Jan 24, 2012
ELIXIR Series 400 storm door repair
I have what "apperas" to be an ELIXIR Series 400 Outward Opening Right hand hinhed Exterior Door on a Fleetwood Modular Home manufactured in 2000... Siad door has a "continuous" strip of aluminum with 1/2 of 3 hinges integral to the "strip. The door has an ofset hinge similar to ELIXIR part number 0 ... (cont.)
Handy Person
Covington, Georgia
Jan 24, 2012
Handy Person from Covington, Georgia
Jan 24, 2012
awning window operator replacement part
Hello, Most of my home windows are opened with casement operators. The house was built in the early 1980's and I have a few that need replacing. I have attached a photo from a window that is floor level. The operator pushes the window out from the bottom and is attached to two folding arms both ... (cont.)
Professional
Jacksonville, FL
Jan 24, 2012
Professional from Jacksonville, FL
Jan 24, 2012
springs wearing out, tougher to function?
We have single hung non-tilt aluminum windows. Most of them are very hard to open. There is a lot of tension perhaps. I pulled out the channel balance (part number S351, 24")and everything seems in order. My question would be why is to hard to open? does the spring get harder/more tension over time? ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
va beach Va
Jan 24, 2012
Quick Learner from va beach Va
Jan 24, 2012
pivot shoe for an Ellison window
I need a pivot shoe for an Ellison window about 20 years old. Can you help me with maybe a part number, or some idea where I might be able to find this part? Thank you
Home Owner
Clovis, NM
Jan 24, 2012
Home Owner from Clovis, NM
Jan 24, 2012
Tilt Latch 1-1/8" long
I need to replace several of my "Tilt Latches" on my windows. I have included photos as requested. The dimensions are as follows: 1 1/8" long; 3/4" wide; 1 3/16" from the top on the side plate. "Tilt Latch" with an small arrow are printed on the top. I need seven (7) pairs. Do you ha ... (cont.)
Professional
boston, MA
Jan 24, 2012
Professional from boston, MA
Jan 24, 2012
Does the 39-157 extension work for Truth handles?
Can I attach a "Truth" handle directly to the 39-157 4" handle extension piece, without any additional support bracket? Do you carry any other extension piece & handle assemblies which are even longer than the 4"? thanks!
Landlord
tampa
Jan 24, 2012
Landlord from tampa
Jan 24, 2012
Need part number for top sash guide
can you tell me if you have this part,need to order window balancer and top sash but can't figure out the part # for top sash
Quick Learner
Queens, NY
Jan 24, 2012
Quick Learner from Queens, NY
Jan 24, 2012
Will the 39-227B work for me?
I am putting in blinds and need to replace my crank handles with t-crank handles. On the inside of the handles in the picture it says 7138 and X429. I was wondering if 39-227B would fit. Also I need to replace one of the actual cranks and was wondering if 39-097 would fit. Thanks. ... (cont.)
Home Owner
NY
Jan 23, 2012
Home Owner from NY
Jan 23, 2012
Replacing my Andersen straight arm operators
I need to replace 2 Andersen Straight Arm Operators(RH & LH)The arms measures 7-3/8" from the side of the operator base to the end of the arm.The arms measure 9-3/8" from the fulcrum to the end of the arm.The arms measure 10-1/2" from the center of the crank mechanism to the end of the arm.The b ... (cont.)
Professional
Middleburgh NY
Jan 23, 2012
Professional from Middleburgh NY
Jan 23, 2012
Keeper for 38-055 window lock
Does this latch include a keeper? If not, are keepers with matching color available?
Quick Learner
Jan 23, 2012
Quick Learner
Jan 23, 2012
Can the In Swing 40-028 work for Right and Left
Can the 40-028 be installed on either a right or left in swinging door? The picture shows one way but the directions show the other. I am hoping the latch flips so that it can be either way. From the outside the hinges are on the left and the handle will be on the right (obviously) :-) Thanks. ... (cont.)
Handy Person
Darien, Ct
Jan 20, 2012
Handy Person from Darien, Ct
Jan 20, 2012
Pella casement window parts.
I recently purchased and installed the 39-096 Pella replacemnt crank from you. The attached images refer to a small plastic/nylon slider that is supposed to align the window itself in the frame when one opens and closes t6he crank. Although not associated with the crank itself, this part appears bro ... (cont.)
Professional
Minnesota
Jan 20, 2012
Professional from Minnesota
Jan 20, 2012
Pella Casement Rollers
Looking for the rollers for Pella sash's for casements circa 1978. The rollers roll along the top of the al. sill, and under the bottom rail of the sash. The operators work fine. Its just the rollers we are looking for. Thanks Mark
Home Owner
Unityville pa
Jan 20, 2012
Home Owner from Unityville pa
Jan 20, 2012
Replacement Keyed lock for a 800 series glass door
I have a sliding glass patio door that has a handle only then above and completely separate is a keyed lock. The part inside the house to lock the door is broken. I use a screwdriver to lock it and I have no keys for the part of the lock on the outside. I need a replacement keyed lock. Can you he ... (cont.)