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Plastic Double-Leaf Window (Movable Mullion): Wind Whistling & Blowing at Hinge, Upper Left Corner

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  • #1 16519516
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    Hello, I have a problem with a plastic double-leaf window with a movable mullion, the right sash is tilt and the left one can only be opened, the problem is that during a strong wind in the upper left corner of the sash hinge you can hear a slight whistle of the wind and feel the wind blowing. It looks like a small pressure on the upper left corner because the window can be slightly tilted when it is closed. I also have the same problem with a tilt and turn window, it blows in the upper left corner, when the window is closed, you can also slightly tilt the upper left corner of the window. Nothing is blowing in the other windows and there is a strong pressure on the entire window. Can you tell me how to increase the pressure of this place and is it possible? The window is 7 months old, I will try to take and send photos soon.
    Here I present photos, unfortunately I could not achieve better quality.
    The left sash of the swing window, in this corner you can pull the window a little, at this point at the hinge it blows and there is a whistle of the wind
    Plastic Double-Leaf Window (Movable Mullion): Wind Whistling & Blowing at Hinge, Upper Left Corner
    here I present two pictures of the same window only open
    Plastic Double-Leaf Window (Movable Mullion): Wind Whistling & Blowing at Hinge, Upper Left Corner Plastic Double-Leaf Window (Movable Mullion): Wind Whistling & Blowing at Hinge, Upper Left Corner
    Here I present a photo of the second tilt and turn window in which also slightly blows at the hinge and there is a small pressure on the upper left corner.
    Plastic Double-Leaf Window (Movable Mullion): Wind Whistling & Blowing at Hinge, Upper Left Corner
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  • #2 16521513
    WojtekB1
    Level 14  
    There should be the manufacturer's logo somewhere on the fittings. It looks like MACO to me, but I could be wrong. Virtually every manufacturer has on their website downloadable instructions for adjusting individual types of fittings. I think that when the window is 7 months old, it still has a guarantee from someone who installed it. A respectable establishment should perform proper regulation as part of the service.
  • #3 16522648
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    The window producer is wiredex, unfortunately, I did not find any instructions on window adjustments on their website. I heard that the clamping of the upper left corner can be done with a screw but I don't know which one. I will also call this company.
  • #4 16522756
    balonika3
    Level 43  
    In the turn-only sash there is an adjustment of the pressure from the top of the hinge. Give a picture of this hinge (from the second picture) from above. In the tilt and turn sash, the adjustment is most likely from the bottom of the arm. Give a photo of that arm (last picture) just from the bottom.

    Alternatively, it can be adjusted from the side - you need a photo from the side (third picture) - from the right.
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  • #6 16527149
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    Please, this is a photo from the top of the second picture, there is only one screw that can be seen in the photo, sorry for the quality, but unfortunately such a camera in the phone, but you can see something there
    Plastic Double-Leaf Window (Movable Mullion): Wind Whistling & Blowing at Hinge, Upper Left Corner

    here is a photo to the last picture from the bottom in a Tilt & Turn sash
    Plastic Double-Leaf Window (Movable Mullion): Wind Whistling & Blowing at Hinge, Upper Left Corner

    photo from the side, third picture (unfortunately it is difficult to take a picture because there is little space and unfortunately blurred)

    Plastic Double-Leaf Window (Movable Mullion): Wind Whistling & Blowing at Hinge, Upper Left Corner this screw looks identical to this one Plastic Double-Leaf Window (Movable Mullion): Wind Whistling & Blowing at Hinge, Upper Left Corner

    I will also use files sent by alekt77
  • #7 16527880
    WojtekB1
    Level 14  
    In fact, everything has already been said about this topic. Col. alekt77 confirmed my guesses about the hardware manufacturer.
    Information for those who want to use this thread:
    The manufacturer of windows / doors is one thing.
    The manufacturer of fittings is the latter and can be found in many window and door manufacturers. Instructions for adjustment and information on maintenance (lubrication) as well as on spare parts should be sought from the hardware manufacturer.
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  • #8 16527996
    balonika3
    Level 43  
    WojtekB1 wrote:
    In fact, everything has already been said about this topic.
    But nothing explained. The pressure adjustment can be seen in the photos in post no. 6. In the first photo, the roller on the left, on the second it is probably the one in the middle (it is hard to see). These rollers are eccentrics. They should be turned (hexagonal or torx) so that the hinge presses more firmly against the seal. Under no circumstances twist the lock from the third photo, because the wing may fall!
  • #9 16528176
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    On Friday, I will set the pressure, from post 6 of the first and second photos, do you need to remove the screw or screw it in? How many times can I screw them in and out? Rotate them to the extent that the pressure will be set?
  • #10 16528239
    balonika3
    Level 43  
    I wrote that they are eccentrics, so what do you want to screw?
  • #11 16528257
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    Oh that's right :) and if there is still no pressure, what then? I will let you know on Friday or Saturday if I have succeeded. Thank you greetings
  • #12 16533150
    jerry1960
    Level 36  
    Insert a sheet of paper between the window and frame and then adjust. The sheet should not come out
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  • #13 16533153
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    Hello, I was able to properly press the corner of the tilt window, in the tilt and turn window I set the maximum corner pressure, but unfortunately it is still too small, is it possible to press the corner of the tilt and turn window in some other way?
  • #14 16533201
    alekt77
    Level 40  
    Maybe there were mistakes in the assembly and now such adjustment will not help. I propose to take advantage of the guarantee given by the company assembling the windows, unless the installation was "economic method" or by the familiar "handyman".
  • #15 16533334
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    The windows were installed by the company, maybe the sash was slightly raised on a screw or moved to the right or left? Or maybe try to increase the pressure on the lower bolt in the lower corner or the row of pressure on the rollers? Is it still useless?
  • #16 16534021
    WojtekB1
    Level 14  
    As per my situation, the only thing that can save me is using the guarantee. In my eyes, this is a mistake when assembling the entire jamb-window assembly. Adjustment will not do anything here, you can even damage something and lose the warranty.
  • #17 16534266
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    I understand I'll be calling the company. In one window I managed to make a strong pressure, earlier the wind was blowing at the hinge, today I could test it because there was a strong wind and it does not blow at the hinge anymore. Thanks to everyone for your help. I also have one question related to home insulation, at home I have stone walls from 50 to almost 80 cm thick. Is it profitable to insulate such a house and will it help?
  • #18 16535775
    balonika3
    Level 43  
    Of course, you can file a complaint. But the service technician is unlikely to help much. If the pressure is really set to the maximum, you can only find too little so-called. rebates. This means that too little sash overlaps the frame. Usually it is 8 mm. If not, then nothing will help. Such a window charm. And put the stories about bad editing between fairy tales.

    PS. Question for WojtekB1 - what is "frame-window assembly"?
  • #19 16540373
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    In the near future, I will mark how much the sash overlaps the frame and check how many mm, as it turns out with the hinge, I will adjust it to about 8 mm. I will add that this window closes easier than the rest of the window.
  • #20 16544764
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    Hello, today I saw an interesting thing in the window, which I can not set more pressure, more precisely, the notch on the window sash is not flush with the cut in the window frame, you can see it in the photo below. In the remaining windows, the cut on the sash is equal to the cut in the frame. I'll play with moving the wing to the right so that the cuts match. Unless you have other ideas?
    Plastic Double-Leaf Window (Movable Mullion): Wind Whistling & Blowing at Hinge, Upper Left Corner
  • #21 16545228
    balonika3
    Level 43  
    Rather upward on the bottom hinge.
  • #22 16545516
    tomcio94
    Level 8  
    I will raise it up and slightly to the right, because I can even see that the top of the wing is shifted more towards the wall. As the law, I will inform you because maybe for this reason it is not possible to set the appropriate pressure.

    Added after 16 [hours] 26 [minutes]:

    Today I raised the wing a bit up and moved it slightly to the right, after these settings the pressure of the left upper corner is as strong as it should be. Thank you all for your help, best regards

Topic summary

The discussion revolves around a problem with a plastic double-leaf window featuring a movable mullion, where wind whistles and blows at the upper left corner of the sash hinge. The user describes the issue of slight tilting and inadequate pressure in that area, affecting both a double-leaf and a tilt-and-turn window. Participants suggest checking the manufacturer's logo, which is identified as Wiredex, and adjusting the pressure using eccentrics on the hinges. Various methods for adjustment are discussed, including the use of screws and ensuring proper alignment of the sash with the frame. The user successfully increased pressure on one window but continues to experience issues with the tilt-and-turn window, prompting suggestions to utilize the warranty for potential assembly errors. Ultimately, the user resolves the pressure issue by adjusting the sash position.
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