It should not touch the mechanism of the inside latch.
How to fix screen door handle.
Take off all components from the door including the handle and latch from each side of the door as well as the frame part of the latch.
Discard the old handle.
With the handle on the door the spindle should extend 5 16 through the other side the storm door fig.
Check the installation instructions for a picture of.
Unscrew both interior latch mounting screws pull the interior and exterior handles apart and remove the center spindle.
Mark the door for the new hole locations using the template provided with the new door handle.
Reverse the latch installation.
15 to 30 minutes this video will guide you through the process of repairing replacing or tightening your door handles at your home.
Place the new handle onto the outside of the door.
If screws are already exposed proceed to next step.
How to fix a screen door handle 1.
Step 2 position the new latch in the desired location.
Remove the old storm door handle by unscrewing the two screws that hold the two halves together.
Assemble the spindle and spring then insert them through the outside of the door as shown in the assembly view fig.
Remove the handle by taking out the retaining screws usually two located at the top and bottom of the inside.
Remove the old broken door handle.
How to replace a broken door handle.
Replacement handles will fit most aluminum steel and some wood doors.
Drill holes into.
Take the handle off of the screen door.
Storm door handles typically open by pushing down.
Trade in the broken shabby push button handle on your screen door for a shiny new easy opening lever handle.
Mark new hole locations.
If possible align the existing holes in the door with the.
Remove the screws from the broken screen door handle.
Put on your safety glasses.
Take the handle off of the door.
Tape the screen door handle template onto the door.
How to fix a storm door handle.