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OPERATION &

ADJUSTMENT OF WINDOWS

RATIONEL AURA and Rationel AURAPLUS

TOP GUIDED TOP SWING
WINDOW WINDOW

OPERATION OPERATION
The window handle can be used to carry out the The window handle can be used to carry out the
following three functions: following three functions:
1) open the window 1) open the window
2) close the window 2) close the window
3) secure the window in the ventilation position 3) secure the window in the ventilation position
4) reverse the window for cleaning
The top guided window has a built-in adjustable friction.
The window can be kept open in any desired position. The top swing window can swing open so that the outside
(Note: not suitable in strong winds.) can be cleaned from the inside. For safety reasons the
window has a built-in restrictor that prevents the window
You can also use the ventilation position by turning the from being fully opened. To release the restrictor, pull the
handle to horizontal position. The closing mechanism must window back by approx. 1 cm and use a finger to unhook
catch the outer of the two holes in the receiver plate the restrictor. The window should now push open.
located in the sill. The window is secured butallows fresh
air to enter the room. When the window is fully reversed, a catch automatically
engages to keep it in the cleaning position. Make sure that
Please note - not all insurance companies cover break-ins the window is locked in position before cleaning it.
committed through windows in ventilation position. Please
check with your insurer. To close the window again open the window even further
bringing it towards you, and disengage the catch manually.
ADJUSTMENT
If required, the position of the sash within the frame can You can also use the ventilation position by turning the handle
be adjusted by turning the adjustment screw placed in the to horizontal position. The closing mechanism must catch the
hinge arm placed on the sash (illustration A). For this outer of the two holes in the receiver plate located in the jamb.
purpose use a 5mm Allen key. The window is secured but allows fresh air to enter the room.

Adjust the friction by loosening or fastening the screw ADJUSTMENT
with a 4mm Allen key (illustration B). If required, the position of the sash within the frame can
be adjusted by turning the adjustment rivet placed in the
jamb in both sides (illustration B). For this purpose use a
22mm open-end spanner. Take off the plastic piece while
making the adjustment to make room for the open-end
spanner (illustration C).

A B A B C E

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