Whitco Hinged Screen Door Safety Lock Installation Guide

For Customer Service and Technical Staff

This guide provides detailed instructions for the installation of the Whitco Hinged Screen Door Safety Lock. It is intended to assist customer service and technical staff in guiding customers through installation procedures or troubleshooting any issues they may encounter.

Installation Overview:

Preparation:

• Ensure the screen door is closed.
• Determine the installation height, ensuring it clears the main door knob.

Marking Drill Points:

• Use the provided template to mark the drilling positions on the door.
• Align the template's arrow with the dimple on the back of the lock body for accurate positioning.

Drilling:

• Drill holes through the door at the marked positions. The holes must be accurately drilled to ensure proper fitting.

Fitting the Lock Mechanism:

• Attach the lock mechanism to the inside of the door.

Attaching Handles:

• Place the outer handle on the outside of the door.
• Position the inner handle and connect it to the outer handle using two metal thread screws.

• Note: The locking mechanism and handle can be adjusted to suit both left and right-hand doors, as well as inward or outward opening doors.

Installing the Strike Plate:

• Rebate the strike into the door jamb, ensuring the bevel on the strike faces the bevel on the tongue.

Template Dimensions:

The template provided with the lock should have the following key dimensions:

• Width: 78.5mm
• Length: 477mm
• Additional measurements: 284mm, 21mm

Product Code: 5070M050111

Important Notes:

• Accuracy is crucial in drilling hole positions to ensure the lock functions correctly.
• Adjust the locking mechanism and handle orientation based on the door's opening direction (left/right, inward/outward).

Troubleshooting Tips:

• If the lock mechanism is not functioning smoothly, check to ensure all holes were drilled accurately and that the mechanism is not misaligned.
• Ensure the strike plate is correctly installed with the bevels facing each other to allow the tongue to engage properly.
• For issues with handle operation, verify that the inner and outer handles are securely connected with the metal thread screws and that the mechanism is correctly oriented for the door's opening direction.

This guide should serve as a comprehensive reference for customer service and technical staff when assisting with the Whitco Hinged Screen Door Safety Lock. For further assistance or more detailed information, staff should refer to the full installation instructions or the manufacturer's guidelines.