This sliding glass door lock was not working.
Sliding glass door lock won t latch.
Prime line sliding glass door handle set 3 15 16 in diecast white mortise hook style model c 1204.
Smear petroleum jelly on the lock itself and close the door gently.
Prime line sliding patio door latch lock.
Gatehouse sliding patio door cylinder lock.
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Usually you buy just the mortised steel lock assembly that fits within the door and reuse the old handles and actuating lever.
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On some sliding glass door locks the door handles have long screws that go right through the steel mortised lock and there is usually a actuating lever that slides into a rectangular hole in the lock.
Unfortunately with these types it is fairly common for debris to get inside and jam the mechanism.
Insert the graphite pen into the lock and squeeze some lubricating substance into the latch to dislodge anything inside.
The lock is very common its a lever with a hook.
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This is a non keyed handle set that can be keyed.
Examine the top and bottom of the door for extra bolts that need to be released.
If i lock the door and then try to open and close the door a few times it becomes unlocked.
It s an easy fix.
Attempt to turn the lock.
Diecast lever operates with most mortise latches.
Sliding glass door won t stay locked i found a weakness in the sliding glass door that leads to my back yard.
Prime line sliding glass door handle set 3 15 16 in diecast white mortise hook style model c 1204 24 98.
Normally a glass sliding door will have a standard pin tumbler variety that can be found in any regular door.
If it isn t in alignment with the lock that might be why the lock is not working.
Prime line diecast white outside patio door pull with latch model c 1275 66 49 66 49.
Step 3 spray a suitable penetrating oil inside the lock.
Open the door and check to see where the petroleum jelly has transferred to the latch on the door frame.
Sliding doors that lead to outside areas usually have more than one lock for additional security.