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Title	Replace Specialty Operator Handles on A-Series and 400 Series Casement or Awning Windows

Article Number	000003323

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Operator handles are turned to activate the operator mechanism, which opens and closes casement and awning windows. Andersen Classic Series™ hardware offers several specialty handles for operators: the compact handle, metal T-handle, operator spline cover, and easy grip handle.

Install a Specialty Handle on an Andersen® Casement or Awning Window

This article provides resources for ordering and installing replacement specialty handles on A-Series and 400 Series casement or awning windows.

Let's Get Started

1. Order Parts

Use the images and information below to determine the correct replacement part for an A-Series or 400 Series casement or awning window.

Classic Series™ Standard Operator Handles

For units manufactured from 1995 to Present.
Order a replacement Stone Classic Series handle or White Classic Series handle online from the Andersen Parts Store.

Stone-colored classic style operator handle with a cylindrical base and tapered crank handle, shown on a white background.

Stone Classic Series Handle

Compact Handle

Designed not to interfere with blinds or other window treatments.
Handle height is 1 ⅞ inches from base to top of hand grip.
For units manufactured from 1966 to Present.
Order a replacement White compact handle or Stone compact handle online from the Andersen Parts Store.

Stone-colored compact operator handle with a cylindrical shape and side set screw opening, shown on a white background.

Stone Compact Handle

Metal T-Handle

The handle may make it difficult for young children to open the window.
Handle height is ⅞ inch from base to top.
For units manufactured from 1966 to Present.
Order a replacement Stone metal T-handle or White metal T-handle online from the Andersen Parts Store.

Stone-colored metal T‑handle with a horizontal grip and mounting stem, shown on a white background.

Stone Metal T-Handle

Operator Spline Cover

Covers the operator stud when the handle has been removed.
Handle height is ¾ inch from base to top.
For units manufactured from 1966 to Present.
Order a replacement Stone spline cover package with screws or White spline cover package with screws online from the Andersen Parts Store.

Stone-colored spline cover with a rounded cover piece, shown on a white background.

Stone Operator Spline Cover

Easy Grip Handle

A larger knob makes the handle easier to grip and operate.
Handle height is 4 inches from base to top of the hand grip.
For units manufactured from 1974 to 1995, order a replacement Stone Easy Grip handle online from the Andersen Parts Store.
For units manufactured from 1995 to Present, order a replacement Stone Easy Grip handle or White Easy Grip handle online from the Andersen Parts Store.

Stone-colored easy-grip operator handle and mounting bracket shown separately on a white background.

Stone Easy Grip Handle (For Units Manufactured From 1974 to 1995)

Stone-colored easy-grip operator handle and mounting bracket shown separately on a white background.

Stone Easy Grip Handle (For Units Manufactured From 1995 to Present)

2. Install Parts

Depending on your window and operator type, use the articles below to remove your existing handle and install a new operator handle.

Note: You will not need to remove the entire operator.

To arrange for a professional to install your window hardware, contact a Service Provider in your area. For more information, see Locating Andersen® Window and Patio Door Service Providers

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Replace Specialty Operator Handles on A-Series and 400 Series Casement or Awning Windows

Install a Specialty Handle on an Andersen® Casement or Awning Window

Let's Get Started

1. Order Parts

2. Install Parts