If a plastic window does not close, the problem cannot be ignored. If in summer this only threatens with slight discomfort, then in winter drafts are a real danger. The house becomes cold, which can cause batteries and electrical appliances to fail. We'll figure out how to diagnose and fix simple problems, and when to call a professional.
A properly functioning window is one of the components of a good microclimate in the house Source svetokna.ru
Problems with the handle
Such problems are always glaring and difficult to ignore. The window handle gets stuck in one position, or its rotation is sharply limited. This part is the easiest to damage, which is why such problems arise in large families and families with children. The handle can be damaged by incorrect installation of the child lock or frequent opening and closing.
The handle does not turn completely
The most common reason why windows do not close. When closing the window, the handle does not come to the lower position, which is necessary for a tight fixation. It is impossible to return it to its normal position either by physical force or by the “correct” application of effort. The sash dangles, a gap forms between it and the fixed parts, into which the cold penetrates.
It is impossible to close a window in which the handle is faulty Source kraski-net.ru
Possible reasons:
- A foreign object has entered the handle mechanism;
- The mechanism needs lubrication;
- The sash has moved and the clamping bar is interfering with the locking pin.
The first stage of diagnosis is to open the window and check the movement of the handle in that direction. If it does not go down to the lowest position, the problem is in the handle mechanism; if it moves normally when the window is open, the problem is in the frame locking mechanism. The second stage depends on the results of the first.
If the window does not close completely due to problems in the handle mechanism, it needs to be disassembled, cleaned and lubricated. Foreign objects - scraps of paper, film, grains of sand - are removed. Machine oil is used for lubrication. It cannot be replaced with culinary products. After this, the operation of the mechanism will be restored, and the window can be safely closed.
The damaged handle mechanism needs to be lubricated Source gorizont-stroycenter.ru
To correct a malfunction of the axle, you need to carefully inspect the frame. The locking pin is a small device that rotates or moves when the window is closed. It is located on the sash. On the frame it corresponds to a clamping bar. There are usually several slats and pins, the sagging of one of them is not visible to the naked eye, and the problem has to be solved by brute force. Each locking bar is moved down the frame, and then an attempt is made to close the window. The procedure is repeated until the window is completely closed.
The handle is stuck at the top
Another situation in which the window does not close from the folding position. The ventilation mode works successfully, you can lean the sash against the frame, but the handle does not turn either to the horizontal or to the lower position.
The window cannot be closed if the handle is jammed Source dveri365.house
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The reason why the plastic window does not close is the actions of people. There is a lock on the windows; it is activated if the position of the handle does not correspond to the position of the sash. Those. if the window was open in ventilation mode, but the handle was turned to a horizontal position, it will be blocked. The same will happen if the handle is turned up or down while the window is open. A sharp turn of the handle or excessive force can block the mechanism.
To close a plastic window if it does not close, you need to inspect the side of the sash. There is a lock in the handle area. It can be spring-loaded or in the form of a tongue. You need to press it with your finger and then turn the handle. It will unlock and the window will close.
You need to press the blocker Source oknaservis.su
How to get rid of it: problem solving methods
If the process occurs only due to high humidity, then you need to ensure good ventilation, regularly ventilate the room, and be sure to exclude all sources of excess moisture. Usually these actions lead to the disappearance of condensation.
It is also important to determine which side the windows began to leak from. All you need to do is run your hand across the glass. If it is wet, then moisture has accumulated from the side of the room. If not, then either inside the glass unit or outside. Then you need to take into account certain nuances.
Fogs up inside the glass
This phenomenon occurs when a double-glazed window is depressurized. The reason may be:
- Violation of technology during the production of a product . Defects will appear only after installation and start of operation.
- Purchasing a design from a supplier who produces the defect . To prevent this from happening, it is recommended that you first read reviews from real customers.
The glass unit was damaged during transportation, installation or operation.
If they lead to the appearance of cracks or removal of the sealing layer, then gas or compressed air will definitely escape. The double-glazed window will no longer perform its functions efficiently.- Independent disassembly and assembly of double-glazed windows with violations . In this case, gas escape and depressurization also occurs.
Any of these problems can only be solved by replacing the glass unit. The replacement process does not take much time and money if it is done by a professional.
On glass from inside the room
Condensation appears on the inside of the window due to high humidity in the room (more than 60%) and poor thermal insulation of the structure. It is necessary to reduce the air humidity in an apartment or house - first remove sources of moisture. For example, stop drying clothes in the room, reduce the number of moisture-loving plants, fix faulty plumbing, regularly ventilate the room, and improve ventilation.
The second option is to replace the existing double glazing with an energy efficient one.
The product must be selected taking into account the orientation to the cardinal points and the climatic characteristics of the region of residence.
In winter
In winter, the temperature difference between indoors and outdoors increases significantly.
The window is exposed to cold air and cools down. The steam in the room comes into contact with the glass unit or frame. At the same time, it turns into liquid form. This is how “winter” condensation forms.
To prevent windows from leaking in the winter, it is important to maintain indoor microclimate standards. The Sanitary and Epidemiological Service has approved optimal air temperatures from 18°C to 22°C and humidity from 30% to 45% . It is also recommended to install windows in the warm season.
PVC windows on slopes
Most often, slopes become covered with moisture when:
- poor ventilation and high humidity in the room;
- severe frosts and freezing of the wall;
- improper installation of the structure;
- installing a window in the cold part of the opening.
You can install ventilation with a valve . There are several valve options on sale that provide constant ventilation without heat loss.
But first you need to check the effectiveness of this method. It is enough to open the window for micro-ventilation. If this mode is not available, then you can open it for normal ventilation for at least half an hour. If the condensation goes away, the cause has been found. If not, then you should look for another one - a wide window sill, poor-quality insulation or lack of insulation of slopes (especially outside).
If the problem is slopes, then you need to perform insulation or select another material with greater heat resistance. To do this, you will have to dismantle the old slopes and make new ones. When insulating, there is no need to do this; it is enough to properly insulate the slopes.
Problems with hinges
If everything is fine with the fittings, the cause of the problem may be in the sash itself. Under the influence of gravity it sags, this disrupts the normal operation of the hinges. It is impossible to see the displacement, but the window fittings are a delicate mechanism that reacts even to small changes, which is why the glass unit does not close during normal operation of the handle.
The sash is sagging
When the sash sags, its bottom clings to the frame. When closing, an unpleasant sound occurs and resistance is felt. If the sash is not adjusted, then over time the problem arises of how to close the plastic window.
A sagging sash will not close tightly Source digitaloceanspaces.com
Bad omens about windows in the house
It is worth noting that there are processes that are not worth looking at. Funerals are considered one of these cases; you cannot watch them from the window. It is believed that the soul of the person who is on the other side of the window has not yet calmed down. Very often she can be accompanied by otherworldly entities. Therefore, watching a funeral procession may attract illness.
Bad omens about windows in the house:
- Under no circumstances should you sit on the windowsill. It is believed that a person who prefers to relax on the windowsill with a cup of coffee and a book often remains lonely. In fact, this sign originated several centuries ago. It was then that a girl who sat by the window for a long time and looked out of it was considered a slacker. After all, before there was a lot of housework. Therefore, no one wanted to marry the girl, considering her lazy and unpromising. This was not the best candidate for a wife. The window is considered a portal between the house and the street. It is through this portal that otherworldly entities can penetrate our world. If a person sits on the windowsill, he can become a bridge to the world of the living for evil spirits.
- If a window accidentally breaks, you should never leave the fragments behind. It is recommended to remove all remains and quickly replace them with new glass. It is necessary to collect the fragments on the street. This will help you get rid of troubles faster. It is believed that fragments can bring trouble and deterioration of financial situation.
- The sign about a crack in glass appeared several centuries ago, because glass used to be an expensive material, so any damage meant significant expenses. Transparent glass is associated with purity, calm and tranquility, like the surface of water. Any waves or fluctuations on the lake cause concern. The same thing happens with windows if a crack appears on them. Negative energy can seep through these cracks. Accordingly, not only windows that were broken must be replaced, but also glass with cracks that could have appeared from the blow of wind, hail or some kind of building materials. Despite the fact that the integrity of the window is preserved, a crack causes serious trouble.
- Living organisms sense the approach of misfortune well and can warn their owners about certain events. This applies not only to cats, but also to birds. Therefore, be sure to take a closer look if pigeons regularly walk on the windowsill. If pigeons look into the windows, it promises news, but it will not necessarily be good.
- Under no circumstances should you throw garbage, dirt, slop, or leftover food out of the window. It is believed that sometimes the souls of deceased relatives who come to visit their loved ones can look into the windows. Throwing away trash and food will scare them away. They may become angry and annoy their families.
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This video contains detailed instructions on how to adjust the window sash:
The sash hangs on the bottom hinge
If the sash hangs on the bottom hinge and does not close, this does not mean that the plastic window is broken. This situation is the result of people's wrong actions. This happens if the handle is moved to a position between horizontal and upper and the window is opened. Then both mechanisms are triggered - conventional opening and ventilation, and the lock is also triggered. The door hangs on one hinge, it cannot be closed or opened in any way, the handle does not turn.
If the window does not close due to incorrect opening, you need to do the following:
- Find the blocker and press it.
- Move the window to the closed position and press the sash with your hand.
- Turn the handle to the down position.
- Make sure the window is closed.
- Open a window if necessary.
There is no need to additionally support a sagging sash - the hinge will withstand the load for a short time. You cannot leave the window in this position for a long time. This can lead to breakage of the bottom hinge, due to which the plastic window will not close well. If there are children or pets in the house, then this position of the sash can lead to trouble.
This situation will not make anyone happy Source ytimg.com
I didn't close the window at work. If something goes missing from the equipment, I could be blamed. What to do?
Hello!
The employer can bring you to disciplinary liability, but at the same time, you need to understand that this is a whole procedure:
1. For committing a disciplinary offense, that is, failure or improper performance by an employee through his fault of the labor duties assigned to him, the employer has the right to apply the following disciplinary sanctions Article 192 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation:
1) remark;
2) reprimand;
3) dismissal for appropriate reasons.
2. The employer is obliged to request an explanatory statement from the employee, Article 193 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation.
The document that must be written is an explanatory note (Article 193 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation). Before applying a disciplinary sanction, the employer must request a written explanation from the employee regarding the committed and identified misconduct, in which the employee will describe the situation - date, place, time, reasons, circumstances. When writing an explanatory note, the employee is recommended to answer the following questions:
1. Was there a violation?
2. What kind of fault does the employee have: intentional, careless, no fault of the employee?
3. What are the circumstances of the violation, its causes?
4. Are there any witnesses?
5. What is the employee’s attitude towards the violation?
6. What is the employee’s attitude towards further work?
By refusing to write an explanatory note, the employee only harms himself, because if after two working days (which are counted from the date following the day the request was submitted), the employee has not provided the specified explanation, then a corresponding act is drawn up. An employee’s refusal to give an explanation cannot serve as an obstacle to applying disciplinary action, which is why an explanatory statement must be written.
So, a lot will depend on how and what is written in the Explanatory Note.
3. And you especially need to pay attention to the following when applying DV:
It is not enough for an employer to establish an offense and that the employee committed this offense.
For these purposes, the employer must provide evidence indicating not only that the employee committed a disciplinary offense, but also that when imposing a penalty, the severity of this offense and the circumstances under which it was committed were taken into account (part five of Article 192 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation ), as well as the employee’s previous behavior, his attitude towards work (paragraph 53 of the Resolution of the Plenum of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation dated March 17, 2004 No. 2).
When considering a case on reinstatement of a person whose employment contract was terminated at the initiative of the employer, the obligation to prove the existence of a legal basis for dismissal and compliance with the established procedure for dismissal rests with the employer (clause 23 of the Resolution of the Plenum of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation No. 2 of March 17, 2004).
The employer must take into account the following points:
- severity of the offense;
- the circumstances under which it was committed;
- the attitude of the offender to work;
- his previous behavior;
— the duration of his work in the organization;
- the opportunity to apply a less severe penalty.
Conclusion - if the employer did not reflect the specified points in the documents on bringing the employee to disciplinary action, then these points were not assessed by the employer when making a decision on bringing the employee to disciplinary action.
4. You can issue an order to impose a disciplinary sanction:
a) if no more than one month has passed since the discovery of the offense (Part 3 of Article 193 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation). The specified period does not include the time:
— employee illness;
- the employee is on vacation. Leave that interrupts a month includes all types of leave provided for by the legislation of the Russian Federation (clause “d”, clause 34 of the Resolution of the Plenum of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation dated March 17, 2004 N 2);
— the employee’s absence from work for other reasons, including in connection with the use of rest days (time off) regardless of their duration (for example, with a rotational method of organizing work) (clause “c” of paragraph 34 of the Resolution of the Plenum of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation dated 17.03 .2004 N 2);
b) if no more than six months have passed since the commission of the offense (Part 4 of Article 193 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation). The specified period does not include the time of criminal proceedings.
The day the misconduct was discovered is the day when the employee’s immediate supervisor became aware of the misconduct. In this case, it does not matter whether the manager has the right to impose disciplinary sanctions or not (paragraph “b”, paragraph 34 of the Resolution of the Plenum of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation dated March 17, 2004 No. 2).
5. You will appeal the disciplinary sanction in court:
Don’t miss the deadline for going to court, Article 392 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation
An employee has the right to go to court to resolve an individual labor dispute within three months from the date.
And if a disciplinary offense led to dismissal for negative reasons, then:
An employee has the right to go to court on the issue of dismissal within one month from the date of delivery of a copy of the dismissal order or from the date of issue of the work book.
Crevices
Gaps in plastic windows appear due to wear of the seal. There may be factory defects that will manifest themselves immediately or after several years of operation. It is important to understand why a plastic window does not close completely - in the first case, repairs are possible, but in the second, a complete replacement is needed. To understand this, you need to examine the place where the sash comes into contact with the frame.
Methods for detecting cracks in a window:
- By hand. Near those places where there are cracks, the skin will feel a breeze and cold. The method only works in winter; in warm weather it is ineffective.
- With a sheet of paper. This test determines the tightness of the sash. If the paper comes out easily, the window is not closed tightly.
- With the help of a candle. Where it blows, the candle flame will deviate.
- By humidity. Moisture from the air in the room always condenses around the cracks. In autumn these are small droplets, in winter they are ice.
What is a draft?
Sitting in a room with an open window and door, those who are close to the latter have probably noticed more than once an unpleasant chill running down their legs. It makes you shiver and drink tea more often. This is a draft - a fast and, as a rule, cold flow of air between two sources. Sometimes you may not even notice it if, for example, you get carried away with work. But it will still insidiously make itself felt with local hypothermia and, possibly, subsequent diseases. That is why it is necessary to ensure good thermal insulation at home, carefully choose a place to sleep, especially for small children, and also ensure that the cold air flow, for example from an air conditioner, is not directed towards the legs, neck, and torso during work.
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In the video - identifying cracks during a visual inspection
Window repair technicians use measuring tools to determine why a plastic window does not close from ventilation mode, and what to do about it.
If you can’t call a specialist in the near future, you can take independent measures. This is easiest to do for windows that have several operating modes. Usually there are 3 of them - summer, winter and neutral. If the insulation is worn out, the window is switched to winter mode with the sash fitting as tightly as possible to the frame. This is a temporary measure, it does not stop the destruction of the seal, but it stops the entry of cold air.
A more reliable way to fix a plastic window if it does not close is to replace the seal. This action is best left to professionals. It is possible to change the sealing material yourself, but it is risky - it may not fit correctly or be too thick. Cracks, discrepancies or manufacturing defects can be treated only in one way - replacing the window.
It is better to entrust window repair to professionals Source remontexperts.ru
Errors
Open windows and doors opposite them, contrary to popular belief, do not themselves provoke drafts. On the contrary, windows and narrow cracks are much more dangerous. Therefore, the so-called winter ventilation on modern windows does not allow you to safely renew the air if you stay in the room and do not close the door. Moreover, the draft speed will even increase. So short intensive ventilation - especially during the cold season - is ideal.
Not opening the windows is also a mistake. And it's not just the potential for carbon dioxide poisoning. The fact is that stagnant indoor air is an ideal environment for the transmission of diseases through airborne droplets. Without long-term ventilation, one employee who has a cold and comes to work in a day will infect everyone who is near him. Therefore, even in the off-season, opening the windows 2-3 times a day for a couple of minutes is not a whim, but a necessity.
Be healthy!
Sign: a cat is sitting on the window
Of course, now is the time for digitalization; all villages have electricity. Therefore, you won’t surprise anyone if there is a light on in the window late at night. However, things were different before. Often travelers who were traveling or heading towards another village saw the light of a candle or lamp in the window. This helped them navigate the area and also gave them hope. Often they knocked on such doors and stayed overnight. It was from that time that the tradition of leaving the lights on late at night arose. However, it only works if it is not the electric lamp that is burning, but the light from a candle or lamp.
Sign, a cat is sitting on the window:
- If a cat sits on the windowsill, carefully examining what is happening on the street, constantly looking at one point, it means that soon some kind of guest will come to the house.
- Perhaps this will be an old friend with whom you have not communicated for a long time. Be a pleasant meeting that opens up a lot of opportunities.
