Pella Storm Door Lock Jammed

The door itself was not jammed and still moved a little.

Pella storm door lock jammed.

Pella rolscreen storm door new 2006 latch jammed with door closed. To unjam the deadbolt remove the installation screws on the latch rail from the outside. Loosen the two expander screws and raise the expander so that the rubber sweep just touches the top of the threshold. Pella manufactures two types of patio doors in hinged and sliding varieties as well as main entry doors and storm doors many of which are fitted with locks.

When this happens the storm door deadbolt and latch side rail are likely misaligned which can prevent the deadbolt from retracting. You likely need to adjust the closer. You will very likely need a new lock as the spring inside has probably broken. Pella storm doors are built to last with quality features and options that help ensure years of dependable performance.

Seasonal ventilation with an interchangeable full screen. If you have a pella storm door carry out the proper ongoing maintenance on the door to avoid future problems with the door s operation. The mechanics of the lock have broken leaving the top section of the door completely. Open up to a beautiful view with pella fullview storm doors.

Removed handles and escutcheons soaked lock body mechanism inside the door with wd 40 and waited 24 hours. Choice of up to seven frame colors. Fullview glass design provides maximum daylight. Click here to post comments.

The storm door s bottom expander sweep may be dragging on the threshold. Over time the moving parts of the lock can seize preventing the door from opening. In this video i attempt to open a patio door that has got stuck locked. Dead bolt was not jammed and still worked.

One problem that might arise is when it is difficult if not impossible for you to open the storm door. Each case of stuck door can have its own challenges and solutions due to the variety of factors that can contribute to this type of situation and because of the many different door designs door hardware and door functions. If you cant get help from pella let me know and i will see if the lock is available. Stylish handles inside and out with keyed deadbolt available in up to three finishes.