Is the idea that the window has to be open as high as the screen? So would I have to remove it every time I wanted to close the window?
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Yes you open the window more than height of the screen, you place the screen into the window and adjust the width to fit. Finally you close the window down onto the top of the screen. This gives you an open window with a screen for windows that don't have screens. None of the windows in my house have screens or even the ability to add screens. It has been a life saver until we can save up to replace the windows. However, as you have surmised, you will have to remove it when you want to close the window. I usually just place it on the inside window sill and expand it so it stays in place for next time I want to open the window. Yes you open the window more than height of the screen, you place the screen into the window and adjust the width to fit. Finally you close the window down onto the top of the screen. This gives you an open window with a screen for windows that don't have screens. None of the windows in my house have screens or even the ability to add screens. It has been a life saver until we can save up to replace the windows. However, as you have surmised, you will have to remove it when you want to close the window. I usually just place it on the inside window sill and expand it so it stays in place for... » Read More Yes you open the window more than height of the screen, you place the screen into the window and adjust the width to fit. Finally you close the window down onto the top of the screen. This gives you an open window with a screen for windows that don't have screens. None of the windows in my house have screens or even the ability to add screens. It has been a life saver until we can save up to replace the windows. However, as you have surmised, you will have to remove it when you want to close the window. I usually just place it on the inside window sill and expand it so it stays in place for next time I want to open the window. « Show Less
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Depends on the construction of your window. Ours allowed us to open-close window simply by moving the screen back and forth inside the window.
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That is correct. Make sure you buy one that is shorter than the max height of the opening of your window. If your area has a lot of bugs, make sure you get something to close all the small nooks and crannies. If you don't have built-in window screens, all these products are a pain in the ass.
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Yes -- that's the idea. And, yes -- you have to remove screen if you want to close the window.
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Yes, to close the window the screen would have to be removed. I have screens throughout the house...3 in the living, 1 in bedroom, 1 in kitchen....LOVE THEM. I keep them in all the time. My electric bill dropped $100 the first month.
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I have one of those windows where the screen is permanently installed. My fan sits fine in my window. I don't see it being a problem for most windows with screens.
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There is no need to remove the screen with this unit, it's technically not a window unit, it's a portable. The hot air is simply expelled out the window through the hose. The window kit that comes with it worked perfectly for me. So bugs coming in aren't a worry :-)
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The way the screen is set up there is only one opening. Depending on what you have for doors, I think you could be creative and cut the screen on the end.
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I am honestly not sure about the window. If it could stick I don't think you could ever take it off. And no on the clear
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Not at all in my experience, but I'd expect to at least use some Windex after you remove it. You're likely to smudge the windows pretty badly putting it on or taking it off.
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Yes. I think that is what it is specifically designed for. You just put it on the track above the lower window the distance you want the window open.
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Part of the design is you twist the lever around in circular motion until the clamps close around the part of the window that you are attaching it to. Once tight enough, you lower the lever which "locks" it into place. All it takes is a little push of strength to push the level up and then untwist the clamps. Perhaps you can try it and install without him watching you. They are pretty cheap and offer you nominally better protection than you currently have.
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Yes. My windows slide sideways to open and close. The problem is that the spacers that they give you to block the rest of the opening might not be long enough to fully block out the outside air so you may need to buy some plexiglass from a hardware store to ensure a tight seal.
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You can try and place it on the metal side but you would need to leave a gap between the upper and lower window in order for the window to close properly.
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It's true that it interfere with the upward operation of the window. I was able to sand it a little bit to minimize the interference and I also applied a thin coat of silicone on the window channel and the ventshade channel area, this helped a lot.
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I had the same problem. Just remove the screen altogether. I can't remember if I needed to tear it down with a screw driver or not, but now flows great.
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I was wondering that, too, Blake. It seems that horizontal window fans are difficult to find. Is that because it's best if you can block off the rest of the window? Anyway, I am going to order the fan for the convenience of having a remote control and the reverse capable fans. I'll tape it in, if nothing else! :) I will post a review after I have used it. Another poster wrote:on May 3, 2011 6:26:01 PM PDT (regarding using the fan in the vertical position): TheyCallMeMcGyver says: Nothing says that it can, but I just bought one and I did just that, ie installed it vertically in a window opening 21" wide x 24" high. This meant the unit fit quite snugly from top to bottom, but there is a fair amount of "open" space on the sides. For my installation the open space on the sides isn't an issue. I wasn't trying to block in the entire window opening. I just needed to put something in the opening to move the air in/out. The only downside, if you want to call it that, is that the temp display is now sideways.
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No but you will want to secure the window somehow so that it cannot open. I cut a broomstick to fit exactly in the space between the raised window and the top of the window sill.
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I always put my cleaning cloth on top of the screen when I close it, but I have never had any problems. You will love this case! It is so professional looking.
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Also consider the way our door opens. You want the screen on the same side as the hinges of the door so it is not in your way .
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There is a button that you push and it does unlatch the screen and it pops up on it own. To close the screen you have to pull down (Forward) on the screen top and push it down manually until it latches.