What can i do if my deadbolt is stuck or not working.
Storm door deadbolt lock stuck.
This will loosen the tension on the deadbolt allowing it to retract and the door to open.
This will loosen the tension on the deadbolt allowing it to retract and the door to open.
The storm door deadbolt and latch side rail are likely misaligned which can prevent the deadbolt from retracting.
Once the door panel is open retract the deadbolt to check the function.
Deadbolts can stick for one of a variety of reasons.
Graphite powder is used by locksmiths to loosen stuck parts.
To unjam the deadbolt remove the latch side rail installation screws.
I created this video as i was trying to fix the problem.
This will loosen the tension on the deadbolt allowing it to retract and the door to open.
Step 2 spray water dispersing spray into the lock if you suspect the parts may have rusted together.
To unjam the deadbolt remove the installation screws on the latch rail from the outside.
When this happens the storm door deadbolt and latch side rail are likely misaligned which can prevent the deadbolt from retracting.
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If the deadbolt is retracting properly please contact andersen storm doors for additional assistance.
Spray a little graphite powder into the keyhole or any other part of the mechanism and work it around by inserting the key or moving the lock lever.
The storm door deadbolt and latch side rail are likely misaligned which can prevent the deadbolt from retracting.
It s also possible the installation of the deadbolt was imperfect.
To unjam the deadbolt remove the latch side rail installation screws.
The lockset itself may be stuck and in need of lubrication or the door may have fallen out of alignment wedging the deadbolt barrel against the wood in the jamb.
Loosen the mounting screws on the deadbolt cylinder on the indoor side of the door with a phillips screwdriver and pull the cylinder away from the door.