Materials list: Safety Glasses, Gloves, 2 four inch putty knives, phillips head screwdriver, replacement rollers, and two sturdy saw horses. For this project you’ll need assistance, and it will take two people about 20-30 minutes to finish.
How to Adjust an Essence Series Four Panel Sliding Glass Door
Adjusting your Essence Series four panel sliding glass door helps it operate smoothly. Follow these instructions to adjust the locks and wheels on your door.
Safety Precautions: Activities in this video are appropriate for individuals with an understanding of how to use simple hand tool. Make sure that pets and small children are not present when performing these activities.
You’ll need a #2 phillips head screwdriver and a putty knife for this project. Begin by removing the four adjustment plugs located at the bottom of the door panels. With the door slightly open use a putty knife to raise the weight of the panel off the rollers. This allows the adjustment screw to be turned without damaging the screw. Use a #2 phillips head screwdriver to turn the adjustment screw clockwise to raise the panel, and counterclockwise to lower the panel. Adjust the door panels as desired. Now locate the active panel, compress the strike pen to activate the locking hardware. The locking hardware on the vent panel can be adjusted with a flathead screwdriver. Remember to unlock the hardware before testing the door for operation. If needed, make adjustments on the passive panel strike. Use a #2 phillips head screwdriver to loosen the three plate screws. Move the plate up or down as needed to align with the locking mechanism. Once aligned, tighten the center screw and slide the panels together to test the lock adjustments. When complete, tighten all of the screws. Finish by replacing the four adjustment plugs at the bottom of the panels.
How to adjust a vinyl four panel sliding glass door
Adjusting your Milgard vinyl four panel sliding glass door helps it to operate smoothly. Follow these instructions to adjust the locks and wheels on your door.
Safety Precautions: Activities in this video are appropriate for individuals with an understanding of how to use simple hand tool. Make sure that pets and small children are not present when performing these activities.
You’ll need a #2 phillips head screwdriver and a putty knife for this project. Begin by removing the four adjustment plugs located at the bottom of the door panels. With the door slightly open use a putty knife to raise the weight of the panel off the rollers. This allows the adjustment screw to be turned without damaging the screw. Use a #2 phillips head screwdriver to turn the adjustment screw clockwise to raise the panel, and counterclockwise to lower the panel. Adjust the door panels as desired. Next locate the set screws on all four multi-point lock strikes at the top and bottom of the door. Remove the screws closest to the handle. Now slightly loosen the set screws closest to the center. Starting with a passive panel, position the panel so that it engages both the top and bottom strikes. Once you achieve a good locking position, release the lock. Slide the panel open and tighten the screws on the passive side. Test the operation and locks again before reapplying the two set screws. Now position the active panel and multi-point strikes into a good locking position. Once you achieve a good locking position, tighten the two screws on the active side. Test the operation of the locks on the active panel before installing the final two set screws on the multi-point lock strikes. Finish by replacing the four adjustment plugs at the bottom of the panels.
How to Adjust the Lock and Handle on a Milgard Sliding Glass Door
In this instructional video, you’re shown how to adjust the handle and lock on your Milgard sliding glass door. You should have a basic understanding of simple hand tools to undertake this project. Remember to wear eye protection and keep pets and small children out of the area when performing this process.
The tools required for this project include:
- Putty knife
- Phillips screwdriver
- Safety glasses
- Gloves
Sliding Glass Door Roller Adjustment
In this instructional video you’re shown how to adjust your sliding glass doors rollers to ensure smooth operation and maintain weather tightness. You should have a basic understanding of simple hand tools to undertake this project. Remember to wear eye protection and keep pets and small children out of the area when performing this process.
The tools required for this project include:
- phillips screwdriver
- putty knife
- safety glasses
- gloves
