ellison windows

Quick Learner from Burlington NC

Dec 28, 2018 11:02 am

The coil spring broke in two pieces on the left side. I'd like to replace both sides at this point, as both sides show wear.
I need to replace both coils, both shoes, and both of the brown unit above the coil.
The window was manufactured on 3/24/09. "MOD 267. SH 01.
The bottom sash is 30 7/8" x 16 1/2"
Shoe is 1" w x 1 3/8" long x 9/16" deep.
Can you identify?

Don

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Bob from SWISCO

Dec 28, 2018 1:55 pm

Thanks for contacting SWISCO. I think we can help you replace the coil springs; but the best way to do this is to identify the pivot shoe they attach to. Could you remove the pivot shoe from your window, take a picture of it, and provide the width and thickness? Identifying the pivot shoe lets us in turn identify the coil springs you need. If you need help removing your pivot shoe check out the method below. Thanks.

Quick Learner from Burlington NC

Jan 5, 2019 1:24 pm

Hi Bob

foot is 17/32" deep x 1 7/32" wide ( or 1/2" x 1 3/16")

thanks

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Bob from SWISCO

Jan 8, 2019 10:24 am

Well, I couldn't find an exact match for this pivot shoe but it is similar in size and design to our 15-228. Look it over and see if you agree.

If so, then this shoe is compatible with our Series 160 coil spring. This is a 1/2" thick spring with a "T" at the end of the coil. You'll need the stamp on the old springs to confirm the best option.

Let me know what you think!

Quick Learner from Burlington NC

Jan 11, 2019 3:57 pm

stamp on original coil spring is an 'S'

thanks

Dave Sr. from SWISCO

Jan 14, 2019 8:00 am

Greetings. We believe the "S" represents the number 5, so use the S160-5 Coil Spring along with the 15-228 Pivot Shoe. You can double check this weighing your window sash on a bathroom scale. It should read approximately 10 lbs.

Quick Learner from Burlington NC

Jan 14, 2019 9:08 am

I'd also like to replace 2 of these

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Bob from SWISCO

Jan 14, 2019 9:49 am

We couldn't find your exact support, but take a look at the 15-150S. It is compatible with the springs we recommended. Take a look and see what you think.

Quick Learner from Burlington NC

Jan 14, 2019 10:24 am

Does the coil spring attach to this?? Is there a picture of the spring installed between this piece and the shoe?

Don

Bob from SWISCO

Jan 14, 2019 10:57 am

The coil spring is cradled inside the 15-150S; hence, it 'houses' the spring and acts as a support and cover. Let us know if you have any other questions!

Home Owner from Burlington NC

Jan 31, 2019 10:38 am

Hello, I have installed these S160-5 items to my window, but now the sash closes slowly all by itself, as if the spring isn't strong enough. The Sash weighs 10 lbs

Any way to dis this?

Paul from SWISCO

Jan 31, 2019 12:17 pm

Hm, that is rather unusual. Two 5 pound springs should certainly be good for a 10 pound sash. If it's still too weak, I would double check the sash weight just to be safe. You also could go up to a 6 pound spring, for a 12 pound sash, but keep in mind you don't want the coils to be too strong either.