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Sliding Door Won't Open

Posted: 04 Jul 2016, 21:03
by NickHH
Hi

Looking for some help, the sliding door is shut and won't open. External handle moves as normal but lock does not seem to work anymore , with key or inside knob.

Have removed door card but unsure what I should be looking for.
Would welcome any simple advice as little mechanical experience.

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Thanks Nick

Re: Sliding Door Won't Open

Posted: 04 Jul 2016, 22:55
by paperhouselad
Hi try adjusting the cable you have pictured by unscrewing, going (anticlockwise ) the adjuster, say about 5 full turns then try the door, if it works ok remember to tighten the locking nut to stop any future movement . Looks like the adjuster is right in so could be your problem. Good luck with it.

Re: Sliding Door Won't Open

Posted: 06 Jul 2016, 17:25
by NickHH
:ok Hats off to you paperhouselad. Adjusted as you said but have lock nut and adjuster either side of the fitting, unlike above photo and seems to be working.
Thankyou

Re: Sliding Door Won't Open

Posted: 06 Jul 2016, 18:01
by paperhouselad
Great stuff :ok