Open a locked casement window, that has a broken lock lever, and fix it! #34

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Open a locked casement window, that has a broken lock lever, and fix it! #34

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Mysimplefix

Күн бұрын

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@EclipticStudios Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your video! You helped me fix my crank window that I couldn’t even open for over one year! I did this all in a few hours. I made the same repair previously, but the washer just fell off a short time later leaving my window locked in place. This time I watched your video. I followed your recommendation to flatten the washer and add another washer to back it up. Genius!

@mysimplefix Ай бұрын

😊 So glad to read this!

@ethan_ 18 күн бұрын

Thanks wasn't able to fix the lever because its a different design but this saved me from having a window locked closed in the heat of summer

@karengerow8205 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the amazing vid! I just had new siding put on my house, and then the bathroom window broke. I was scared to have window replaced for fear the new siding would get messed up. Your video was a life saver, and so easy to do! Because of your vid, I thought to look for replacement parts, and found them also!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️😊

@mysimplefix Ай бұрын

I'm glad it helped you! 😊

@peterkhokhlov6404 Ай бұрын

Thank you very much! Just unlocked my broken window)))

@mysimplefix Ай бұрын

😊👍 Glad this helped you!

@alanheil6465 Жыл бұрын

A BIG thank you! I was able to get my window open and will have to replace the lever mechanism. You saved me $175 call from the company I bought the window from! Can you believe they were charging that much for a 10-15 min fix? Thank you for your excellent demo on how to do this myself!

@SchmaveUCSB Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I just had to fix a window latch like this. Your part about using a washer to get the old one back on was really helpful.

@mysimplefix Жыл бұрын

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for your post.

@MegaIronica 4 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. This helped me open a windo that staued shut for at least a year. It turned out the latch was broken from inside. The metal part that is attached to the lever was physically broken. I will see if I have to replace it completely or get the small part that to be replaced. Either way, it was a great help.

@mysimplefix 4 ай бұрын

Glad to hear you've got it open!

@ECIRRAC 2 жыл бұрын

You helped me years ago and I subbed instantly. Still liking whatever video pops up in my feed, a real stand up lad you are

@mysimplefix 2 жыл бұрын

😊 Thank you!

@bryancook7398 Жыл бұрын

"Without dropping the screws or yourself out the window" wise words especially since I typically work in 40 storey condos.

@wyrd_wyrm 2 жыл бұрын

His voice is so soothing. 😁

@TristanBell-oc9jp Жыл бұрын

This video saved me, thank you for your efforts. The only part (and this might just be me) I didn't get clearly is the visual on which way to put the washer back on. I went with the facing it towards the 2nd washer so it is facing away from the handle. Ending with a thank you again, without vids like these people may be left to call a window company and not to take business from them but the world needs a lot more diy for the easy stuff.

@mysimplefix Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I will add this tip to the notes of the video. Much appreciated!

@bettergetdave 2 жыл бұрын

Watched a lot of videos before i found this, it was exactly like mine and worked smoothly. Now to find a replacement lock

@mysimplefix 2 жыл бұрын

Should be able to fix it up like new if it's like mine was.

@bettergetdave 2 жыл бұрын

@@mysimplefix unfortunately it is not exact. But thank you!! Great video

@mariogras7350 Жыл бұрын

Awesome it worked it opened after being locked shut. A little dry lube perfect. Thank you.

@therauhuts 2 жыл бұрын

Explanation is perfect, easy to follow and understand.

@mysimplefix 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dave!

@chloelamarche304 4 ай бұрын

Literally just saved me! Thank you!!

@mysimplefix 4 ай бұрын

😊

@JorgenFitnesz 5 ай бұрын

My problem with my casement window is the lock mechanism broke so it won’t lock idk how it’s staying closed but thank goodness it is I’m afraid to even try to open it because then I’m afraid I won’t be able to keep it closed after

@ethanjavan Жыл бұрын

You saved me a life! Thanks.

@joen2521 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome...great video as usual. Thanks

@mysimplefix 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@nigelbarker4405 2 ай бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!

@niccyr Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!!! Worked perfectly 🤩

@green727 Жыл бұрын

Perfect video! Helped me out big time. Thanks so much!

@mysimplefix Жыл бұрын

Glad this helped you!

@K4R3N 11 күн бұрын

Damn this just happened to my Anderson window but the repair is beyond me I think.

@codylink 2 жыл бұрын

This did the trick. Many thanks!

@kendogg7832 11 ай бұрын

This was a very helpful video thank you

@bruced4337 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Worked like a charm!!! Thank you!

@mysimplefix 2 жыл бұрын

😊👍

@rantube369. 6 ай бұрын

Genius thank you

@hayleyzacharias-kirby3258 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! That was so easy!!

@christianmercado8520 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much sir😊

@vellaboyanabharath Жыл бұрын

What is this lock called? Can't seem to find parts for it online. Great video by the way.

@mysimplefix 11 ай бұрын

Hi, yes it's true that these are hard to find unless you know the manufacturer name and model of your windows. I think I would search "casement window locking handle" with the window manufacturer name included in the search? Thank you by the way!

@laurelsherbo8539 3 ай бұрын

Hi there! Great video! Loved the step-by-step solutions! I have a question. My window lock level has not come apart, but it is stuck in the locked position. Would I be able to fix my lock using the same procedure, or would you recommend a different approach?

@mysimplefix 3 ай бұрын

If the lock lever is stuck, then there may very well be a different issue going on. Possibly with another issue. Not sure what to tell you. 😞

@phillipcreed7933 4 ай бұрын

Cannot budge the lock. The lock is locked 😂 the Milguard seems to lock the slider mechanism. Like it needs to move out 1/4” before it will start to slide

@mysimplefix 4 ай бұрын

Do you have another window in your place that uses the same style of latching mechanism? If you do, you could examine its operation to get a better idea of how to get your latch to release?

@martingagne3136 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot you rock😏

@aiyandi_ Жыл бұрын

grrrr im renting an old apartment with this lock, and the landlords wont pay to have it fixed. My issue is that the lock arm wont go down all the way, so to lock it we push it as far as itll go down and it seems to do fine except when its exceptionally windy. it is super squeaky though. any ideas what might be wrong? or just due for a replacement?

@mysimplefix Жыл бұрын

Yes, we have the same issue with our front facing windows especially when the weather is cold. This is just a guess on my part, but, I believe that the cause of the problem you are describing (that we have too) is that those rubberized weather strips that seal the window are getting stiff in the cold air, making them harder to compress by the window when that lever is pulling the window in. Please do make sure there is nothing like a branch of a small bush stuck in the window impeding the movement of the window.

@BrianLupichuk-tv5mb 3 ай бұрын

that does not work using a putty knife and a hammere and the latch on is a different one

@swinkles7342 11 ай бұрын

My lock lever does not come out that easily. The window is locked. How do I get the lever out???

@swinkles7342 11 ай бұрын

Never mind...I figured it out :)

@lanman95 2 жыл бұрын

Trying this on a casement window of mine with the same model lock broken in the same way, but the putty knife doesn’t seem to “catch” on anything. Any ideas?

@mysimplefix 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have another window in your place with the same latch set up? If you do, then you'd be able to see what the linkage looks like.?

@lanman95 2 жыл бұрын

@@mysimplefix Yep, I have a few other windows with the same mechanism. I think the linkage broke off the vertical bar, leaving nothing for the putty knife to grab onto, and the bar firmly in the locked position. I think I might need to have the entire window replaced.

@mysimplefix 2 жыл бұрын

@@lanman95 That's a shame. I can't even picture how that rod could break? Hmmm. I hope this works out for you.

@SchmaveUCSB Жыл бұрын

@@mysimplefix Mine was the same, but I ended up using a wire coat hanger to "fish" the end of the bar out from inside the window. It was a little tricky but I got it and was able to pull down enough with the wire to unlock the window.

@elainecousineau2404 Жыл бұрын

@@SchmaveUCSB Wish you had a video to show what your did. I am trying to explain to my husband to use a coat hanger. He does not know what to do, but I guess we will just keep experimenting. Thanks for your suggestion though. I am determined not to pay someone to come and fix it.