This will loosen the tension on the deadbolt allowing it to retract and the door to open.
Pella how to remove storm door lock.
Loosen the set screw.
The storm door guy does a step by step walk through on how to disassemble a storm door handle in this case specifically a pella select or ashford model.
This loosens the tension in the hinges to make the door easier to open.
The pella contact suggested removing the screw cover strip on the latch side and removing the 5 screws holding the latch side trim.
Contacted pella storm door service at 866 809 9460.
Using a rasp or file carefully remove excess material from bottom of each hole in strike plate about 1 8.
Had to replace this hardware.
Steps for replacing the lock and hardware on a storm door.
Open door and remove strike plate.
To unjam the deadbolt remove the installation screws on the latch rail from the outside.
Pretty scary thinking that storm door wouldn t open properly in case of emergency.
Remove the screws from the latch.
Place the new mortise lock.
This is a waste of time because the striker plate is still held firmly by 3 screws you can t get to.
The hinge rail runs vertically along the hinge side of the door.
If either does not operate when the door is open the hardware needs to be replaced.
Remove the lock body.
Replace the screws and tighten.
Using an allen key loosen the set screw and remove the interior door handle.
Fit the straight outer leg into the mounting rail first and then snap in the inner leg which may have a hook.
Remove the screws and cover plates.
Reinstall strike plate and test operation.
Use the screwdriver to chisel out any wood in the frame that may prevent the door from latching.
Move the latch to the left or right as needed.
Use pencil to mark on strike plate location of deadbolt and spring latch.
Twist the hinge rail screws a quarter turn each counterclockwise using a flat screwdriver.