Remodeling

Replace Window Crank

Help Around the House : Episode ARH-249 -- More Projects »

Help Around the House host Henry Harrison shows a guest how to install a new window crank on his side-opening bathroom window. On his elbow grease scale of one to four, Harrison gives this job a one.

Tools:

power drill with titanium bits
screwdriver
awl
safety glasses
replacement window crank kit

Figure A

Figure B

Steps:

1. Put on the safety glasses and drill out small hole if old screw shanks broke off (figure A).

2, Switch to a larger bit and bore a hole for the size of screws used in the new window crank kit (figure B).

Figure C

Figure D

3. Attach extension arm to crank mechanism and turn handle to extend arm. Slide guide wheel of extension arm into the track on the bottom of the window frame (figure C).

4. Secure crank mechanism to window frame (figure D).

Also in this Episode

Help Around the House : Episode ARH-249
•	Install New Countertop
•	Replace Window Crank
•	Install French Doors
•	Toolbox: Screwdrivers

Remodeling

Replace Window Crank

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