Misuse or, in other words, use of the product not as specified, in regard to the balcony door and window fittings as described in “information on products and designed applications” paragrapher , would in particular be:

• If there are obstacles to the opening and closing trajectory which impede free movement;
• if loads are added to the balcony window or door structure;
•  if the balcony window or door is left free to move in an uncontrolled manner (e.g. by the wind) so that the accessories and/or frame materials and/or other individual components are damaged and/or destroyed, causing consequential damage;
• if, during closure (or sliding), a person of body part interposes between the frame and the panel during opening and closing phases, causing accidental damage, potential injury or falls.