Kwikset Exterior Door Handle Troubleshooting

I had to fix it.

Kwikset exterior door handle troubleshooting.

Here is the handleset i bought. Handlesets are ideal for front entries because they have both a secure deadbolt and stylish handle. Step 3 pull out the battery pack and push program three times if the smartcode fails to initialize after battery removal and re installation. The spindle is spring loaded and will retract back when released.

If you have a deadbolt make sure it is in the locked potion. If the hole in your door is misaligned disassemble the lock and reinstall it without the adapter ring on the exterior side of your door. Kwikset door handlesets are available in multiple styles ranging from traditional to modern. If the latch and strike are misaligned causing the latch to bind perform the door handing process again while the door is open.

Press the lock button on the keypad then enter the security code to resynchronize the bolt. Realign the door if the bolt does not operate smoothly when opening with a key. Make sure you lock is installed on your door and that your door is all the way open. Browse our collections to find the handleset that will compliment your homes exterior design.

If you have a knob or lever make sure it is in the locked position. Press the latch bolt. Here s how i did it. Kwikset is a secure door lock industry leader innovator in home safety with keyless entry and re keying technology for residential and commercial door hardware.

Hold the handleset on the exterior side of the door and make sure the round edge of the spindle faces the door edge. If it is not pull the spindle out and rotate 180 degrees.