Take Apart Kwikset Door Handle

Handlesets are ideal for front entries because they have both a secure deadbolt and stylish handle.

Take apart kwikset door handle.

To remove a door handle without any visible screws start by prying off the cover plate by inserting a flathead screwdriver in the notch on the side of the plate. Open the door so that you have access to front and back of the door you are removing the kwikset door knob from. Slide the inside half of the lock away from the door. Remove the two screws on the inside door knob faceplate using a phillips head screwdriver.

Press the latch bolt. Slide the outside half of the lock out and away from the mounting holes in the door. The spindle is spring loaded and will retract back when released. Remove the handle from the outer side of the door and set it aside.

When repairing or replacing a doorknob lever you need to remove the faceplate also called a trim plate or rosette to gain access to the internal latch and mounting components. The screws secure the knobs together to the door. Browse our collections to find the handleset that will compliment your homes exterior design. Hold the handleset on the exterior side of the door and make sure the round edge of the spindle faces the door edge.

Unscrew your door knob begin by holding the door knob securely in place. If you don t see a notch and the cover plate is round try turning the plate counterclockwise to remove it. Using a philips head screwdriver turn counterclockwise to unscrew a knob with standard hex head screws. If it is not pull the spindle out and rotate 180 degrees.

If so slide it away from the door as well. Diy remove replace door s handle with hidden screws. There may be a kwikinstall mounting plate underneath the indoor half of the lock. Kwikset door handlesets are available in multiple styles ranging from traditional to modern.

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