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Windows

Window repairs

Operators, handles, locks, and balances.

Windows

How to replace an Andersen® casement window operator
Replace the crank operator on Andersen® primed wood casement windows made 1932–1989. Free the sill cover, disconnect the shoe, and reuse the same screw holes.
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Doors

Door repairs

Rollers, handles, and screen hardware.

Doors

How to install an Andersen® footbolt
Install an Andersen® footbolt on a gliding or sliding door. Set the rod 3/32" above the sill, stay clear of the glass, and drill the sill hole for the grommet.
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