Using a rasp or file carefully remove excess material from bottom of each hole in strike plate about 1 8.
Pella how to remove storm door lock.
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.
The pella contact suggested removing the screw cover strip on the latch side and removing the 5 screws holding the latch side trim.
Remove the lock body.
This is a waste of time because the striker plate is still held firmly by 3 screws you can t get to.
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Start at the top end and slide your finger down the strip while pressing firmly.
To unjam the deadbolt remove the installation screws on the latch rail from the outside.
This loosens the tension in the hinges to make the door easier to open.
Open door and remove strike plate.
Use pencil to mark on strike plate location of deadbolt and spring latch.
If one or both legs are damaged or bent the screw cover strips need to be replaced.
Remove the screws from the latch.
Move the latch to the left or right as needed.
Using an allen key loosen the set screw and remove the interior door handle.
Steps for replacing the lock and hardware on a storm door.
Fit the straight outer leg into the mounting rail first and then snap in the inner leg which may have a hook.
Place the new mortise lock.
Replace the screws and tighten.
Once the door is open operate the handle and turn the deadbolt.
Use the screwdriver to chisel out any wood in the frame that may prevent the door from latching.
Pretty scary thinking that storm door wouldn t open properly in case of emergency.
Reinstall strike plate and test operation.
Twist the hinge rail screws a quarter turn each counterclockwise using a flat screwdriver.
Had to replace this hardware.
Remove the screws and cover plates.
This will loosen the tension on the deadbolt allowing it to retract and the door to open.