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Taking proper care of residential roller shutters would ensure smooth operation for long period. These shutters are custom made and provide an almost unbreakable barrier against harsh weather and intruders. Residential roller shutters Melbourne are the most economical choice among various security devices. Their low maintenance adds to the cost benefit. But to keep these shutters in proper working condition, regular checks are required. Although such checks can be carried out by you it is better to engage a trained person to do the routine maintenance of the shutters that includes the following. • Bolts and fixtures – Keep all the bolts and fixtures properly tightened as loosening of these can result in unsafe operation of the shutters. Shutters with loose bolts should not be operated automatically till the time the problem is resolved. Instead, manual operation should be resorted to. • Lubrication – The roller shutters have several moving parts that need regular lubrication. A monthly lubrication plan for all the moving components should be followed but the roller tracks should never be lubricated. Although lubrication eases movement of the components lubricating the tracks should be avoided as it would result in more dirt and grime settling on it that affects smooth operation of the shutters. Lubrication of the springs, rollers, hinges and bearings add to the life and smooth operation of the residential roller shutters. • Roller tracks – A smooth and noiseless operation is ensured if the roller tracks are occasionally sprayed with silicon that keep the tracks slippery and enable smooth sliding of the shutters when rolled over it. Petroleum lubricants may be sometimes used but the surface should be cleaned properly before applying it and any excess lubricant on the track should be wiped away. • Balance checking – Smooth operation of the roller shutters depends on maintaining the correct balance. Regular balance checks should be performed by a trained technician possessing the appropriate license. If the shutters remain stationery at any point of the tracks in a perfect horizontal position then the shutters can be considered to be balanced evenly, which is a primary requirement for smooth rolling of the rollers on the tracks. • Spring tension – The springs are one of the most important components of the shutters and the tension of the spring should be reset whenever any heaviness is experienced in rolling the shutters. Any damaged springs should be immediately replaced as these may damage the opener and the motor. • Support brackets – The support brackets need periodical checking and have to be serviced by a qualified technician. Automatic shutters have to be operated in the manual at least once in a year or two times a year. This setting has to be configured as advised by the manufacturer. • Stiff shutters – If the shutters are jammed, never apply force to operate it. The cause of jamming may be due to the rollers or springs which has to be identified and set right before you start using the shutters once again. Most of the time jamming is caused not due to any damage of the parts but due to accumulated dirt and grime that has to be cleaned. • Steel cables – The steel cables on the sides of the shutters should always be in good condition. If you find that the cables are damaged, replace it immediately to avoid further damage to the shutters. About Author – Sam Witherspoon is a qualified technician who handles the installation of residential roller shutters Melbourne. His experience about residential roller shutters comes handy for every household. A computer buff, he loves blogging on the subject.
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