The upvc window lock below shows one of many different types.
How to repair upvc window lock mechanism.
The gearbox is an essential part of the locking mechanism found in the door.
Fortunately the majority of upvc doors have adjustable hinges.
This is found where your indent for your key is.
All this does is change the direction that the window handle operates.
Jammed or stuck upvc window removing the gearbox lock mechanism when you replace the gearbox you can insert the gearbox in the window frame the wrong way round.
Remove the two screws holding the window handle and remove the window handle using a wide paint scraper don t use a flat screwdriver as it will damage the frame insert it between the frame seal.
Then remove them totally with the aid of the hose on a vacuum cleaner.
Wipe the upvc window frames down with a soft white cloth that has been soaked in a mixture of warm water and liquid soap.
Try the handle in the gearbox before you fit it in the window or just turn the gearbox through 180 degrees.
A upvc window lock mechanism is the gearing part inside a window that s driven by a handle.
Using a flat screwdriver grip the seal around the window frame and pull it out around the area of the window lock or push the seal down and out of its groove.
If you find your upvc door won t open or is catching on the frame then it s likely the hinges need adjusting.
This can make it hard to lock putting a strain on the mechanism so you may find our upvc door lock mechanism broken.
So all you would need to do is find the screw that holds the barrel of the lock in place and tighten it.
Begin by opening the windows and using an old paint brush to brush off dirt cobwebs and dust.
Apply pressure on the paint scraper to pry between the frame and the sash until a small gap appears.
To fix this you need to find the barrel part of your lock.