Pella Storm Door Lock Jammed

When this happens the storm door deadbolt and latch side rail are likely misaligned which can prevent the deadbolt from retracting.

Pella storm door lock jammed.

Choice of up to seven frame colors. Click here to post comments. Seasonal ventilation with an interchangeable full screen. Over time the moving parts of the lock can seize preventing the door from opening.

Fullview glass design provides maximum daylight. You will very likely need a new lock as the spring inside has probably broken. Stylish handles inside and out with keyed deadbolt available in up to three finishes. In this video i attempt to open a patio door that has got stuck locked.

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. 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. Removed handles and escutcheons soaked lock body mechanism inside the door with wd 40 and waited 24 hours. To unjam the deadbolt remove the installation screws on the latch rail from the outside.

Pella rolscreen storm door new 2006 latch jammed with door closed. The mechanics of the lock have broken leaving the top section of the door completely. You likely need to adjust the closer. Pella storm doors are built to last with quality features and options that help ensure years of dependable performance.

If you cant get help from pella let me know and i will see if the lock is available. Dead bolt was not jammed and still worked. The storm door s bottom expander sweep may be dragging on the threshold. One problem that might arise is when it is difficult if not impossible for you to open the storm door.

Pella offers a complete selection of windows and doors including a collection of storm doors. The door itself was not jammed and still moved a little. Loosen the two expander screws and raise the expander so that the rubber sweep just touches the top of the threshold. Once you have a hole you can use a small flat blade screwdriver to push the latch over and open the door.