remocing awning operator

Home Owner from Florida
Nov 20, 2012 11:38 am
There is one screw (phillips head type) on a casement awning window crank operator that attaches to an aluminum arm that swings the windows up and out. Does the screw simply unscrew counterclockwise? I think so, but this screw is rusted and frozen in place. I want to make sure the screw is not a reverse type thread. I have tried a penetrating oil for two days to remove this screw and it wont budge. The crank is very similar to your part number RH Window Crank Operator, 3/8" Hole Product Code: 39-194. Any hints you have to take this screw out would help. I can then determine the exact model to order from you. Thank you, Richard
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Dave Sr. from SWISCO
Nov 21, 2012 8:32 am


Thanks for posting! Yes, this situation actually does tend to happen in some circumstances. You said you tried oil already, so maybe next you should try a little heat. Just make sure that you don't start a fire! Safety always comes first.
To remove this type of screw, turn it counter clockwise and use a #2 screw driver. That is usually the size of the screw head. If all else fails you might have to cut or drill off the head.
To remove this type of screw, turn it counter clockwise and use a #2 screw driver. That is usually the size of the screw head. If all else fails you might have to cut or drill off the head.
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