Installing A Kwikset Door Handle

If it is not pull the spindle out and rotate 180 degrees.

Installing a kwikset door handle.

Reasons for replacing the door knob can vary from it being broken to changing it to match a certain decor to it not meeting safety standards. Whatever the reason the kwikset door knob is a quick change door knob. Hold the handleset on the exterior side of the door and make sure the round edge of the spindle faces the door edge. Make sure you lock is installed on your door and that your door is all the way open.

If you have a knob or lever make sure it is in the locked position. Press the latch bolt. Installation of the door handle quick video showing how to install a kwikset entry door lever. This is the kwikset venetian bronze door handle set.

The spindle is spring loaded and will retract back when released. My front door knob was broken and i couldn t open the door from the inside or outside. Here is the handleset i bought. I had to fix it.

Here s how i did it. Remove the old handleset including the grip and deadbolt components latches and strike plates. Adjust the dead bolt latch to fit the back set of the door by extending the bolt and rotating the front to. Ensure your door cannot close on its own or that you have another way to enter you home.

This video includes the removal of the old handle and the complete installation of the new one. These sets are all pre. Me installing kwikset tustin door handle or knob. How to install a kwikset handleset step 1.