The door opening may be out of square which can happen as a home settles.
Pella sliding door lock stuck.
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Pry off the plastic covers loosen the screws and slide the strikes up or down a few millimeters.
One problem that might arise is when it is difficult if not impossible for you to open the storm door.
Loosen them a turn to relax the tension.
If the movement of your locked sliding door appears excessive or you have difficulty placing the.
Pella does not have instructions readily available for fixing locked shut doors.
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In this video i attempt to open a patio door that has got stuck locked.
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.
The mechanics of the lock have broken leaving the top section of the door completely.
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.
If the pella sliding door does not lock tightly onto the strike plate on the edge of the door frame it creates an avenue for drafts to enter the room and for room air to be lost to the outside.
Lubricate the hinges with silicone spray or 3 in 1 oil.
If your door is new the hinges could be tight until they receive some use.
Pella offers a complete selection of windows and doors including a collection of storm doors.
The inside hinge rail screws could be too tight.
Virtually any part of your pella product can be replaced including crank handles sash locks key locks for doors exterior touch up paint and more.
The door might be difficult to latch and release if the strikes are misaligned.