Removing A Screen Door Lock

This is a quick video to show you how to replace a sliding screen door lock.

Removing a screen door lock.

Use a phillips head. When you are trying to remove your screen door to make repairs simply loosen the bottom corner screws first. Tools needed step 1. How to remove a door lock without a key.

Remove this screw using a drill or screwdriver. Look for a small set screw at the base of the handle. Locksmith tanning video on how to remove a screen door lock cylinder hen you don t have a key how to replace a security screen door lock cylinder barrel w. Place the open end of the socket over the bolt s head and against the frame.

Most sliding screen doors have screws located at the bottom corners. Remove the spindle next you ll need to use your flat head screwdriver to turn the spindle of the lock. To do this when door is open you will need to press the deadlatching pin which sits above the main latch next you will need to undo the cylinder retaining screw then insert and turn key to lock position. Firstly for a whitco mk ii tasman lock the lock needs to be in the locked position.

Remove any curtains or other decorations. Removing the screws and head stop 1. Cylinder will then pull out. Hold the socket in place with one hand and hit the outer end.

Any decorative items you may have on the door such as curtains will only. Locate the screws at the bottom of the door. Remove screws in just three quick steps you can remove an existing cylinder lock for re keying or replacement. Pop the cylinder out.

This will raise the wheels in the base of the door frame making the door sink into the track. Unscrew this plate and remove the latch from the door if possible. At the top of the frame you should see your top wheels simply sitting there exposed and most likely preventing the door from coming loose.