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Window and Door Technology Roto Patio Fold Premium hardware for Fold&Slide systems with a large surface Installation, maintenance and operation instructions for aluminium profiles...
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April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Predrilling support bracket ................. 43 Sash ....................44 Mounting top support bracket ..............44 Mounting support bracket for bottom roller track ........46 Mounting support bracket for bottom enhanced threshold ....... 47 Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
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Gasket-compression adjustment Tilt&Turn / Turn-Only sash ..... 77 Gasket-compression adjustment enhanced threshold ....... 78 Operation Operating information ..............79 Maintenance Maintenance .................. 80 Lubrication points Roto AL ............81 Inspection and care ............... 82 Preservation of the surface finish ..........83 April 2015 ...
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General information Contents Dismantling Unhinging the sash ................ 85 Transport Transport, packaging, storage ............86 Transport inspection ..............87 Disposal Disposal of window hardware ............88 Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Also, this manual contains binding guidelines to ensure the duty to instruct through to the end-user. The information and instructions in this manual refer to the products of the Roto Patio hardware system. Apart from these installation, maintenance and operation instructions, the following documents apply: ...
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The contents of this manual are protected by copyright. In the framework of the hardware manufacturing, the use of the contents is allowed. Any other or further use is not permitted without written permission of the manufacturer. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015...
The “builder” target group includes all companies/persons who order windows and/or balcony doors for installation into their building project. End-users The “end-users” target group includes all persons who operate the installed windows and/or balcony doors. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Responsibility of the builder The builder must transmit the following documents to the end-user: Maintenance and operating instructions (with the focus on hardware) Specifications/information for end-users (VHBE) Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
NOTE! This symbol in conjunction with the signal word indicates a potentially dangerous situation, which may lead to property or environ mental damage if it is not avoided. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
The warranty covers only original Roto components. The right to technical modifications for the improvement of performance characteristics and for further development is reserved.
Never use hardware combinations that have not been approved by the hardware manufacturer. Never use accessories that are not original products or that have not been approved by the hardware manufacturer. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
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Never use hardware combinations that have not been approved by the hardware manufacturer. Never use accessories that are not original products or that have not been approved by the hardware manufacturer. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Claims for damages of any type whatsoever resulting of operation other than that stipulated are excluded. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
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Claims for damages of any type whatsoever resulting of operation other than that stipulated are excluded. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
CAUTION! Danger of injury and material damage from pressing the sash against the opening edge (reveal) Do not press the sash against the opening edge (reveal). April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
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Danger of injury and material damage from insertion of obstructions into the opening gap between sash and frame Refrain from inserting obstacles in the opening gap between the sash and the frame. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
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Do not press the sash against the opening edge (reveal). Ensure that the sash is guided slowly by hand throughout the entire range of movement as far as the fully opened or closed position. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Always keep these symbols in a clearly legible state. Please order stickers separately (OPR_16_DE-EN, OPR_17_DE-EN). Sicherheitshinweis Security advice Sicherheitshinweis Kippschiebebeschlag Tilt&Slide hardware Security advice mit Zwangssteuerung with positive control 08/2012 OPR_16_DE-EN_v1 02/2012 OPR_17_EN_v0 Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
The guidelines of the hardware manufacturer relating to the combination of the hardware (e.g. the use of additional stay arms, the design of hardware for burglary-inhibiting sashes for windows and balcony doors, etc.) are binding. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Do not use any acid cross-linked sealing compounds that could lead to corrosion of the hardware components. The glazing spacer-block regu- lations for the glazing method are to be adhered to. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015...
– Black brown R04.4 – Unpainted (for on-site coating) Tilt&Turn or Turn-Only sash as the access sash In conjunction with the enhanced threshold and Patio Fold hinges, only the Turn-Only sash can be used as the access sash Retro-adjustable components ...
IMO_20 (Roto AL 540 Turn-Only sash) CTL_14 (Roto AL catalogue) Roto Patio S flush-encased gearboxes can be used depending on the profile. max. TEFF April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
IMO_20 (Roto AL 540 Turn-Only sash) CTL_14 (Roto AL catalogue) Roto Patio S flush-encased gearboxes can be used depending on the profile. max. TEFF Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015...
suitability in driving rain conditions. The impermeability depends on the profile and must be tested individually. NOTE! In conjunction with the enhanced threshold max. TEFF and Patio Fold hinges, only the Turn-Only sash can be used as the access sash April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
April 2015 The parts list includes all profile related versions of the Roto Patio Fold hard- ware system as well as of the enhanced threshold Roto Fold. Technical details , special groove and clearance version information available upon request .
White R07.2 642439 Medium bronze R05.3 642443 EV1 Silver R01.1 642447 Black brown R04.4 738956 Cover strip for roller track Length Colour Material no. 1300 mm EV1 Silver – 642452 Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
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734492 pin 25 mm Screwing axis 40 / 50 mm, 50 mm screws: pin 40 mm 765866 B Screwing axis 44 / 54 mm, 50 mm screws: pin 40 mm 733493 Roto Line flat handle, 10 mm lugs, 35 mm pin length Version Colour Material no. White R07.2 336110 Medium bronze R05.3 336111 Silver R01.1...
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Black R06.2 340211 Silver R01.1 375241 Sash stop Version Colour Material no. White R07.2 444807 Medium bronze R05.3 444808 Silver R01.1 444809 Roll-support Version Material no. Diameter 12 mm 632002 Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
5 pcs 632576 Cut by the metre E6 / C-0 variable 763219 triple 60 m E6 / C-0 10 pcs 640407 6 m E6 / C-0 1 pcs 640408 1.20 m E6 / C-0 5 pcs 640409 Cut by the metre E6 / C-0 variable 763220 Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
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Surface-finish Material no. End cap for weather profile strip Grey 50 P. 540403 NOTE! Further hardware parts for the enhanced threshold can be found in the Door catalogue CTL_8_EN. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
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Hardware overview Parts list enhanced threshold Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Frame / sash Adjust the hinge-fixing insert hinge-bearing if necessary Adjustment SW 20 or SW 30 Adjustment insert Hinge-fixing insert Spacer for shadow-gap adjustment 4 / 5 / 6 mm, preset to 4 mm Drill holes Support bracket Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Position: Sash hinge-bearing SF = 4 - 6 mm Can be mounted on rod 10 x 10 Can be mounted on rod 10 x 10 (not included in Roto delivery scope) (not included in Roto delivery scope) NOTE! SH ≤ 2400 mm: Install 3 hinges for each sash evenly distributed over the whole sash height.
If necessary, use second run-up block for fitting on the frame. Shorten buffer-stop to overlap height. Frame hinge-bearing Hinge Frame hinge 16 / 50 and/or 21 / 50 Rahmenband 7/50 bzw. 10/50 Rahmenband 7/50 bzw. 10/50 Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
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Shorten buffer-stop to overlap height. Hinge Frame hinge-bearing Frame hinge 16 / 50 and/or 21 / 50 Rahmenband 7/50 bzw. 10/50 April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change. 0 mm Versatz zur Schattenfuge...
Ø 6 mm, according to the drilling-jig inscription (timber = 12 mm offset). NOTE! Observe the profile-specific installation instructions . Spacer for shadow gap Spacer for shadow gap Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 0 mm Versatz zur Schattenfuge...
Seal the holes for the outer support brackets with suitable sealing compound to prevent the ingress of water. Position the cover plate. After installation of the bogies, clip on/insert the small cover cap. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
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Installation Sash Mounting top support bracket Secure the cover plate with countersunk screw. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
. Seal the holes for the outer support brackets with suitable sealing compound to prevent the ingress of water. 19.5 15.5 18.5 32.5 31.5 27.5 30.5 April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Place the drilling jig on the profile and push the stop to the sash edge. Fix the drilling jig. Drills the holes. Examples for dimension X with ... Overlap width Dimension X Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
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20.5 19.5 15.5 18.5 14.7 32.5 31.5 27.5 26.7 30.5 NOTE! Shorten the additional screw for the Euro-groove if necessary, if hardware is used in this area. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
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20.5 20.5 ( page 37). for installation case E for installation case C Support bracket routing SCHEMA 330 SCHEMA 321 32.5 for installation case E for installation case C Support bracket routing Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Secure the cover plate with countersunk screw. NOTE! Seal the profile holes for the outer frame hinge-bearing and hinge-fixing inserts with suitable sealing compound to prevent the ingress of water. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
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40 for 40 mm bolt axis or with hinge 50 for 50 mm bolt axis. NOTE! Seal the profile holes for the outer frame hinge-bearing and hinge-fixing inserts with suitable sealing compound to prevent the ingress of water. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Installation and securing With the sash open, bring the hinge and bearing together . Insert the cylindrical pin flush. Secure the cylindrical pin with the size 2.5 bolt. Tightening torque: 5 Nm April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
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Close the sash. Drive in the security pin into the screw head. Break off the base of the pin. Open the sash. Position again the cover plate and screw-fix. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Predrill the mounting holes Ø 3 mm. Screw-fix the tracks. oben laufend unten laufend Bottom running Top running NOTE! Depending on the required distance, choose B1 or B2. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
For inserting the roll-support 632002 (optional accessory), Depending on the required adjust the drilling jig accordingly and set the drill-hole distance, choose B1 or B2. pattern with 3 mm offset in line with the drawing. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
8 mm holes must be made at 300 mm intervals in order to remove water. NOTE! Do not damage the roller track while drilling. Deburr the holes and clean the running surfaces of the bogie after drilling. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
The screws shown are in the misc. small components pack of the enhanced threshold. Seal the surface on the threshold before installing the threshold bracket with a suitable sealing compound to prevent the ingress of water. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
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NOTE! When ordering profile-specific threshold brackets, pay attention to the screw positions (see red identifier) to the corner connector of the enhanced threshold. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
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Coordinate the length of the screws to the on-site conditions. Generally, screw into the reinforcement. NOTE! Seal the holes for the outer fastenings with suitable sealing compound to prevent the ingress of water. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
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Position and secure the strikers according to the locking cams of central locking system. Cut the profile cover to size and clip it into place. Ensure installation flush with the edge. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Cut the base plate of the threshold bracket to length. Secure the shortened threshold bracket as a spacer. NOTE! The screws shown are in the misc. small components pack of the enhanced threshold. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
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Harmonise the length of the screws to the conditions at the installation site. NOTE! Seal the holes for the outer fastenings with suitable sealing compound to prevent the ingress of water. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Screw the enhanced threshold onto the floor through the packer at least every 300 mm. Enhanced threshold Packer Floor NOTE! ≤ 300 Maximum permitted unevenness of the ≤ 300 entire enhanced threshold ±1 mm. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Installation Frame Inserting the bogie Insert bogie into the opening provided in the roller track. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Define the number of required spacers for the frame hinge-bearing according to the table. Quantity of spacers required Frame hinge Overlap height OH Number of spacers 1 mm 2 mm – – – – – – – – – Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
On solid material drill out to Ø 4.1 mm. Routing for the sash corners Open all sash corners of the connecting-rod groove according to the drawing. Alternatively: NOTE! max. 5 Ensure burr-free edges. 45° April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Installation and securing With the sash open, bring the hinge and bearing together . Insert the cylindrical pin flush. Secure the cylindrical pin with the size 2.5 bolt. Tightening torque: 5 Nm Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
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Tightening torque: 22 Nm ±2 Nm Lock-nut Support bracket Diagram 321 Connect the bogie and the support bracket: Tightening torque: 22 Nm ±2 Nm NOTE! Pay attention to the installation direction. Installation direction Diagram 321 April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
If necessary, shorten the pin of the window handle or drill out the second profile wall to Ø 10.1 mm. Passing the gearbox, screw-fix the window handle with countersunk tapping-screws 4.8 x 50 to the second profile wall. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Advice on the use of glazing packers Frontal view support bracket Length of guide track = Total sash width Length of roller track = FEW – 6 mm T = Support block D = Spacer block April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Mount the sash stop and screw-fix with enclosed countersunk screws. Check for ease of movement. Sash stop Cut the cover strip to size acc. to dimension Z and Guide track mount it. Cover strip Support bracket April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
These symbols facilitate the orientation while adjusting the window sashes after installation with the following steps. Height adjustment Lateral adjustment Gasket-compression adjustment NOTE! Adjusting Roto hardware components may only be carried out by authorised and qualified personnel. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Open the sash resp. element. Turn the cylinder screw in the middle with a 4 mm Allen key for adjusting the hinge. 4 mm Allen key Turning 180° = 0.5 mm Turning 360° = 1.0 mm Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
(loosen the screws by 1 rotation). When doing so, the sash must be released and prevented against falling down. Height adjustment +1.5 mm / -1 mm with 4 mm Allen key. +1.5 – 1.0 April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Adjust the gasket compression with a 4 mm Torx key. Increasing and reduction of the gasket compression possible. –1 Only reduction of the gasket compression possible. –1 –1 Only increasing of the gasket compression possible. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
±0.2 mm 0 = Original position 90° 90° – ±0.4 mm 180° 180° 9 mm –1.6 mm max. adjustment ±1.0 mm ±0.6 mm +1.6 mm 270° 270° max. adjustment – ±0.8 mm 360° 360° April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Handle position Sash position Symbol Meaning Closed position of the sash Turn and fold position of the sash Opened tilt position of the sash Malpositioning of the sash Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Remove emerging or residual grease at the lubricating points and dispose of in accordance with the valid local regulations. – Collect exchanged oil in suitable containers and dispose of in accordance with the environmental regulations. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Maintenance Lubrication points Roto AL The hardware overview shows the arrangement of the lubrication points, but does not necessarily correspond to the installed hardware. The number of lubrication points depends on the size and design of the window. Subject to change.
The window and balcony door manufacturer must draw builders and end-user’s particular attention to these maintenance instructions. Roto Frank AG recommends window fabricators to make maintenance agreements with their end-users.
= Not to be carried out by the end-user; the end-user may not carry out installation work! = To be carried out either by a specialist company or by the end-user. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015...
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= Not to be carried out by the end-user; the end-user may not carry out installation work! = To be carried out either by a specialist company or by the end-user. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Remove the threaded bolt (2.5 mm Allen key). Tap out the cylindrical pin min. 4 mm and pull out downwards with the pin extractor handle. Carefully lift out the sash. Pin extractor handle Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Always choose the force application points so that the resulting reaction forces are dissipated appropriate to the designed layout of the hardware components for the intended installation location. This applies particularly for the hinge positions. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
Check the delivery on receipt immediately for completeness and transport damage. NOTE! Claim any damage as soon as it is detected. Claims for damage can only be invoked within the statutory reclamation period. Subject to change. Roto Patio Fold IMO_374_EN_v1 April 2015 ...
Disposal Disposal of window hardware Separate the hardware components from the window and dispose of as metal scrap. April 2015 IMO_374_EN_v1 Roto Patio Fold Subject to change.
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Imprint Copyright: April 2015 Roto Frank AG Window and Door Technology Wilhelm-Frank-Platz 1 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen Germany Phone +49 711 7598 0 +49 711 7598 253 info@roto-frank.com www.roto-frank.com...
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Roto Frank AG Window and Door Technology Wilhelm-Frank-Platz 1 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen Germany Phone +49 711 7598 0 +49 711 7598 253 info@roto-frank.com www.roto-frank.com From a single source: Optimum hardware systems to meet all challenges Roto Tilt&Turn | The Tilt&Turn hardware system for windows and balcony doors...
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