Pella Storm Door Lock Jammed

One problem that might arise is when it is difficult if not impossible for you to open the storm door.

Pella storm door lock jammed.

Fullview glass design provides maximum daylight. The storm door s bottom expander sweep may be dragging on 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. Pella offers a complete selection of windows and doors including a collection of storm doors.

Open up to a beautiful view with pella fullview storm doors. Over time the moving parts of the lock can seize preventing the door from opening. Choice of up to seven frame colors. 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.

Pella does not have instructions readily available for fixing locked shut doors. In this video i attempt to open a patio door that has got stuck locked. Pella storm doors are built to last with quality features and options that help ensure years of dependable performance. When this happens the storm door deadbolt and latch side rail are likely misaligned which can prevent the deadbolt from retracting.

To unjam the deadbolt remove the installation screws on the latch rail from the outside. You will very likely need a new lock as the spring inside has probably broken. Dead bolt was not jammed and still worked. Pella rolscreen storm door new 2006 latch jammed with door closed.

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. You likely need to adjust the closer.

Seasonal ventilation with an interchangeable full screen. If you cant get help from pella let me know and i will see if the lock is available. The mechanics of the lock have broken leaving the top section of the door completely. Stylish handles inside and out with keyed deadbolt available in up to three finishes.