You can tighten a simple interior mortise lockset like the one shown at left as follows.
Weiser front door handle loose.
To depress the detent use the end of a metal paper clip or the point of an awl inserting it into the hole and pressing the detent down while twisting and removing the door handle shaft off the spindle.
Provided the lock was installed and maintained according to the instructions that came with the lock the extent of repairs will consist in removing the lock and sending it to weiser for a replacement.
Weiser lock door handles truly add style without sacrificing function and security.
1 loosen the setscrew on the knob s shank.
Weiser door handlesets are available in traditional and modern styles with finishes designed to add the perfect touch to your home or office in canada.
That s because modern door hardware uses a hidden mechanism called a detent to fasten the doorknob that can only be released using a small screwdriver tip or the end of a paper clip depending on your style of hardware.
Door knobs may become loose over time.
2 hold the knob on the other side of the door and turn the loose knob clockwise until it.
Door knob is loose.
Weiser s selection of door lever handles are available in a variety of styles and finishes to compliment your home s decor.
This type is usually found on round doorknob hardware.
Pull the exterior knob from the front of the door.
Weiser door handles manufactured by a division of black decker are all supplied with a lifetime free replacement warranty on mechanical failure.
This type is found commonly on lever style door handles.
Check the inside of all the pieces for any broken or bent parts.
I show how i tightened my loose door handle that is made by kwikset.
Weiser door hardware includes locksets deadbolts handlesets and leversets.
Unscrew the bolt from the side of the door and slide the plate and bolt from the side.
The detent is a spring activated pin concealed or small thin plate attached to the spindle that protrudes into a doorknob notch which prevents rotation.
Collections by weiser offers five different door handles to choose from.
Convenient when carrying groceries.
Easy to use for children and elderly.
Methods of tightening them depend upon the type of lockset.