Do I need to disassemble the door lock to change the direction of the latch?
Let's call the client Yana. He bought a lock, but the latch was oriented in the opposite direction of the door. An idea came up: The procedure differs for…
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Let's call the client Yana. He bought a lock, but the latch was oriented in the opposite direction of the door. An idea came up:
“I’ll take the case apart and turn the tongue over.”
The procedure differs for different models.
Why you can't apply one tip to all locks
For some mechanisms, the direction of the latch changes in the normal way without opening the case. Others have a different device. Therefore, the first source should be: manufacturer specific instructions.
Why unnecessary disassembly is undesirable
Inside the case there may be:
- springs;
- levers;
- other elements.
After incorrect assembly, the mechanism may:
- work for a while;
- and then suddenly jam.
How to act correctly
Before the intervention: 1. determine the exact model; 2. find official instructions; 3. check whether the direction of the latch can be changed. If you are not sure, it is better not to open the case.