So the lock has die...
 

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[Closed] So the lock has died on the patio Door!

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And its stuck locked!

Its the actual lock mechanism on the door, not the cheap handle. When i removed the handle it seems something has dropped and now there is nothing there that will bind onto the square rod.

Its a UPVC tilt and slide patio door.

So what are the options on removing or fixing it, any ideas?


 
Posted : 16/01/2013 12:45 pm
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wd40? mine have seized in the past and liberal wd40 is the only thing, then once open stick bike lube in. its a bit heavier weight and wont evaporate as easily.


 
Posted : 16/01/2013 12:54 pm
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Last time I used a locksmith it was about £100. I guess thats your best course of action.


 
Posted : 16/01/2013 12:56 pm
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Ti pin man the lock seems to have actually fallen apart leaving the 5 or 6 sliding pins locking in place. I wish it was just a simple spray of wd40.

I thought the handle had gone and even have an emergency supply of them in the loft as they are so crap but its not that.

Looks like it may be a call to a locksmith then!


 
Posted : 16/01/2013 1:00 pm

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