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1 15 PUSH OUT HARDWARE20 .1 When your project requires hardwarethat looks like CASEMENT window fromthe turn of the century, turn to TruthHardware for our new line of hardwarefor push-out windows which combinesthe aesthetic characteristics fromyesteryear with the performancerequirements of window systems have seen aresurgence in recent times with thepopularity of timber frame, log andcraftsman style homes, and builders arealso incorporating this manual stylewindow into sidelights for extensive research andengineering.

2 Truth is launching a fullline of hinges, locks and related push-out hardware to meet the requirementsof this popular market in both classic and retro looks, Truth s hardware systems forpush-out windows are designed to meetyour historic application BAR SYSTEMST ruth has designed two types of lockbar systems one for standard push-out windows and the other specificallydesigned for French style doublecasement window standard lock bar system isavailable in either steel or stainlesssteel and allows up to four lockingpoints on sash heights up to 7 feethigh.

3 With a standard backset of22mm, this lock bar is a singleintegrated unit which allows for quickinstallation by the locking systems provide a range ofhandle activation heights whichpermits the manufacturer to place thehandle wherever they would like,including centered low on the windowsash to help comply with ADArestricted applications. The French locking system is evenmore flexible since the lock drive boxis separate from the driven lock allows the upper and lower lockbars to be selected from a wide rangeof lengths and then cut to specific sizefor applications.

4 All French lock barsincorporate a shoot bolt for addedsecurity. The French locking system isavailable in steel with a coastal platingpackage as an also offers special high frictionhinges which were engineered to fit thestandard hinge cavity to help provideresistance to wind moving the sashwhile in the open position. Availablein stainless steel as a standard, thesehinges are available in two sizes (10 and 14 ). With egress or washabilityoptions to choose from, these hingesuse the same snap-stud design asTruth s standard 2-Bar hinges andoptional hinge stops are available forlarger window BARSIf even more wind resistance isrequired, or the window sash is toolarge to reach the activation handle onthe lock bar system, then Truthrecommends using our sill mountedStay Bars.

5 Available in 2 lengths, thishardware provides more stability whenopen and will assist the homeownerwhen closing a wider sash. One uniquefeature of our stay bar is the ability tohold the sash in any position and notinterfere with the closed HARDWARET ruth Hardware also offers a fullcomplement of swing screen hardwareincluding hinges which allow easyseasonal removal of the screens. Inaddition, Truth offers an assortment ofscreen handle options to complementthe sash APPLICATIONASSISTANCE: If you are designing a new windowprofile, or are having difficultyselecting hardware for your window,please contact Truth.

6 Our highlytrained Product Specialists can assistyou with the selection of theappropriate hardware to meet yourperformance requirements, as well asproviding personalized applicationdrawings. WARRANTY: Protected under the terms of the TruthWarranty for Window & DoorManufacturers & AuthorizedDistributors. Refer to Truth s Terms &Conditions for further :Locking bars:Steel with zinc platingor 300 series Stainless SteelLocking handles:High pressure zincdiecast, powder coated or decorativeplateHinges:300 series Stainless SteelStay Bars:Solid brass with powdercoat or decorative plateScreen Handles:High pressure zincdiecast, powder coated or decorativeplateScreen Hinges:Solid brass withpowder coat or decorative platePUSH OUT : Available in a wide range of powdercoat paint or decorative platingORDERING INFORMATION.

7 Because of the variety of push outwindow profile designs on the market,Truth suggests that you contact TruthHardware s Product Specialists to helpyou identify the components that willbest meet your requirements and toprovide application assistance whenrequested. To assist us in helping youidentify the product that need, pleasebe prepared to provide Truth with thetype and style of profile that you aremounting your hardware SCREWS: Types of screws required determinedby material of profile used. See TechNote #11.

8 Refer to drawings forcomplete information on screw typeand quantity needed (sold separately).TRUTH TIPS 1. Screen hinges are designed to bedetachable to allow seasonal screenremoval, therefore orientation of thehinges must be considered whenselecting and mounting hingecomponents. 2. The Stay Bar utilizes a loose rivet atthe sash bracket to allow easy sashdisconnection for of the sash bracket and pinmust be considered to avoid the pinfalling out and becoming Friction hinges and Stay barsprovide only limited resistance to winddriven sash movement.

9 Push outwindows using this hardware shouldnot be left unattended in A construction handle (PN 23377)is available for operation of the lockingsystems without having the decorativehandles in The tongued version of the classic or retro handles are intended foraesthetic purposes only, they areintended to be used in conjunction witha locking bar system to carry weatherand forced entry loads applied to thesash. Use of these handles as singlepoint locks is not Truth recommends that whendesigning a CASEMENT window the sashwidth should be limited to no greaterthan 66% of the sash height.

10 A sashwidth that exceeds 66% could developsash sag over the life of the to Truth Technical Note # 3 formore information dealing with sash The Concealed CASEMENT Hingewith snap stud attachment wasdesigned to be used on a casementwindow only. Under no circumstancesshould a CASEMENT hinge with a snapstud be used on an awning window8. With the flat bottom track, screwheads will be raised above the trackwhen installed. Truth s Delrin shoenow has a higher bridge to clear screwheads (.060 high).9. A standard 3/8 wrench can be usedto adjust a hinge equipped with theadjustable stud, however this willrequire detaching the support armsfrom the track.