looking for a stronger replacement for 39-044 and 39-045

Question

hello,

i've replace the getty operator parts on my windows a few times now. unfortunately, living in san francisco, it's always a bit windy. the back and forth force on an opened window eventually wears down and then strips the gears in the mechanism.

1) is there a stronger alternative for this operator?

2) i already bought a pair of casement window adjusters (39-077), but haven't yet found a good way to mount them to my older aluminum window frames. i can eventually get them mounted somehow, but wanted to check with you first before spending the time modifying the window frames and the adjusters.

thanx,
jon

Dave Sr. · Accepted Answer

If you originally had the Getty type operators on your casement window, then installing our 39-077 might present a problem. Your window was designed to go with the Getty operator specifically.

One idea would be to manually operate your casement window with the operator removed. That way you can check to see if it still opens and closes smoothly. If you still have problems, then the operator isn't the problem. You could possibly use some type of spray lubricant on the tracks and hinges to help it. Your window tracks and hinges could be the reason your operators don't last long.