OS OPERATOR 2.0 GIESSE. Revolutionizing the Appearance and Performance of Out Swing Windows

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1 OS OPERATOR 2. GIESSE Revolutionizing the Appearance and Performance of Out Swing Windows

2 Introduction Awning and Casement Window Hardware OS Operator 2. Giesse never stands still, and has upgraded the OS Operator mechanism once again with the introduction of the new version 2.. Outswing windows can now be fitted with locking points on 3 sides, greatly improving the Air/Wind/Watertightness of the window, and its overall strength. The OS Operator 2. is also compatible with small window sizes, widely used and in demand on different markets. How it USED to be Until now, anyone using outswing aluminum windows had only 2 options: Install cam handles and screens with wickets or rotary operators with multiple, separate locks. When limited openings were required, yet another piece of hardware was installed. The NEW reality: Less is REALLY more With Giesse s OS Operator 2., three functions are combined into one piece of hardware. With only a 18 movement of a single cremone handle, a user can now open and close a window, engage and disengage multiple locking points, and insure security and safety with a limited opening. And since all this functionality begins with a frame-mounted handle, screens are flat - and wickets are just a memory. 2

3 How it works GIESSE s innovative design begins with a cremone handle and mechanism that are mounted to the frame. The mechanism includes a movement arm, a gear to transfer movement, and attached locking pawls. Keepers are attached to an integral groove in the vent. At, the window is closed and the locking points are secured. When the cremone is turned, the locking points release in the first 6 of handle rotation. During the next 12 of movement, the mechanism pushes the sash to the maximum opening based on the arm length. As the cremone rotates back to the closed position, the mechanism brings the vent back to the frame and engages the locking points. CLOSES AND LOCKS -6 DISENGAGES 6-18 OPENS Casement/Side-hung window example Closed & locked - 6 Disengages Locking points 18 Fully Opened.47" (12 mm).94" (24 mm)

4 The product The OS Operator item 29 can be mounted left or right handed, and is suitable for top-hung or side-hung windows. The cremone (handle), stay arm and locking points are sold separately and will be selected according to the particular design requirements. The window-manufacturer can install between 2 and 6 locking points on 3 sides of the window. Fixed keeper (sash) (Silver Plus Zamak) Corner drive (Silver Plus Zamak) SIDE HUNG CASEMENT TOP HUNG AWNING Adjustable pawl (frame) (Silver Plus Zamak) Basic mechanism (aluminium) Gasket for Unica cremone Opening (stainles Adjustmen Protective cover (Die cast Zamak) Unica cremone (die cast - powder coated) The limit stop has a custodial screw, allowing the vent to be easily opened fully for cleaning purposes. TORX T3 Vent attached to limit stop Vent disengaged from limit stop Vent fully opened 4

5 The material composition of the OS Operator has been selected to provide the optimal combination of strength, durability, and corrosion resistance. It has been tested to 15, cycles with no loss of performance. Frame cremone fabrication Ø5,5 mm (Ø.216 ) 86 mm (3.385 ) 14 mm (4.94 ) UNICA CREMONE Code Unica Code Unica Key 1,5 mm (.59 ),65 mm (.25 ) 175 mm (6 29/32") 13 mm (5 1/8") 12 mm (4 23/32") arm s steel) 7,2 mm (.283 ) 28,7 mm (1 1/8") 28,7 mm (1 1/8") 6 mm (2 3/8") t screws Arm release screw (Torx) Mechanism gears (stainless steel) UNICA AWAY CREMONE Code Unica Away Code Handle Rod (polyamide) 28,7 mm (1 1/8") 13 mm (5 1/8") 44,5 mm (1.752 ") 76 mm (2.992") 172 mm (6 25/32") ARM FOR OS OPERATOR Length 172 mm (6 3/4") Code 254 Slider in nylon Code 264 Slider in aluminum CORNER DRIVE Code ,5 mm (2.657") OS OPERATOR MAIN MECHANISM Code 29 UNICA CREMONE LONG HANDLE Code mm (6 25/32") ARM FOR OS OPERATOR Length 152 mm (6 ) Code 255 Slider in nylon Code 265 Slider in aluminum 152 mm (5 31/32") 77,2 mm (3.39") LOCKING POINT Code mm (1.26") 317 mm (12.48") 28,7 mm (1 1/8") 225,5 (8 7/8") 13 mm (5 1/8") 7,8 mm (2 25/32") 172 mm (6 25/32") 5

6 Technical details System Design for the OS Operator The OS Operator has been designed to work with a vent-to-frame clearances that allow for standard four bar hinges, with loose rivets. For a detailed review of potential applications, please contact Giesse Engineering for assistance. Size Limitations Overall size restrictions for windows utilizing the OS Operator depend upon many factors including the hinges utilized, glass size, windload requirements, and impact requirements. Indicated alongside are the minimum dimensions for certain of the configurations obtainable using the OS Operator 2. system. The minimum dimensions can vary depending on the number and position of locking points installed. FRAME +,15 -,15 8,5 Hc MIN 331mm (13.31") +,1 2,5 -,5 +,2 15 -,1 4,5 1,6 4,6-3 +,1 -,1 +,15 +,2 -,1 Side Hung 2 locking points Top Hung 2 locking points L MIN 596mm (23.465") 16,5 18 +,1 3 1,8 -,2 15 H MIN 596mm (23.465") +,2 -,1 2 4,5 -,1 +, ,5 [mm] SASH FRAME Min vent size Side Hung 2 locking points with corner joint Hc MIN 28mm (11.24") ± MIN 542mm (21.338") Top Hung 2 locking points with corner joint L MIN 522mm (2.551") " + -.4".8" " ,4" -.118".63" H MIN 522mm (2.551") MIN 542mm (21.338").118" +.4" -.4".65".71".71" -.8" +.8" -.4".59".177".118" +.8" -.4".787" -.4" +.4".59".73" [inches] Side Hung 4 locking points with corner joint Hc MIN 372mm (14.645") MIN 542mm (21.338") Top Hung 4 locking points with corner joint L MIN 78mm (27.874") H MIN 78mm (27.874") MIN 542mm (21.338") SASH Test Results The OS Operator has passed cycle testing at 15, cycles for both an awning and casement windows at AAMA s gateway sizes. In addition, the use of a single cremone handle in the OS Operator substantially improves air and water performance. Traditional systems with rotary operators and multiple locks penetrate the frame with more and larger openings. Systems designed with the OS Operator can result in reduced air infiltration and higher water performance than these traditional systems. Lc MIN 331mm (13.31") Top hung durability test Lc MIN 28mm (11.24") Test mechanism Lc MIN 372mm (14.645") 6

7 Component summary Description Item code Length of mechanism mm Length of mechanism inches Pieces per box A Mechanism OS Operator 2. basic mechanism " 1 B Arm OS Operator arm - nylon slide /4 " 1 OS Operator arm - nylon slide " 1 OS Operator arm - aluminium slide /4 " 1 OS Operator arm - aluminium slide " 1 C Cremone Unica cremone /32" Unica Key cremone /32" Long handle cremone /32" Away cremone (detachable handle) 1127 / / Handle for Unica Away cremone /32" D Locking point Locking point (pawl + keeper) E Corner cleat Corner drive F Connection rod Rod cut from bulk roll, for 15/2 groove N (black) 2 m ft 1 Rod cut from bulk roll, for 15/2 groove N (grey) 2 m ft 1 Other items Gasket for Unica cremone Set of wrenches for fixing OS Operator hardware 23 2 Note: for codes containing the characters "..." finish designation required. D) Locking Point A) Mechanism B) Arm Four bar hinge C) Cremone Gasket F) Connection Road E) Corner Drive 7

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GIESSE OS OPERATOR Revolutionizing the Appearance and Performance of Out Swing Windows

GIESSE OS OPERATOR Revolutionizing the Appearance and Performance of Out Swing Windows Revolutionizing the Appearance and Performance of Out Swing Windows www.giesse.it Introduction Awning and Casement Window Hardware How it USED to be Until now, anyone using outswing aluminum windows had