Pella 81AK0101 installation instructions Troubleshooting Adjustable Strike Latching Issues

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TROUBLESHOOTING - Adjustable Strike Latching Issues

Issue 1:

Door is difficult to latch. Remove the strike and adjustable strike shim then reinstall the strike.

Issue 2:

Door needs to close more tightly against the weather-strip.

Remove the strike and adjustable strike shim. Remove the tabs from the adjustable strike shim and install

so that the thicker side is visible at the strike edge. Reinstall the strike.

Adj. Strike Shim
(end view)
Factory	Side to be
installed	used in
side	Issue 2
TABS

Adjustable strike shim

(side view)

Strike

(front view)

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Contents Remember to USE Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment Rough Opening Preparation YOU will Need to SupplyTools Required For Doors Using Optional Sill PAN GO to Step Rough Opening PreparationGO to Step Optional Sill Pan Instructions Prepare the Door for Installation Setting and Fastening the Door 3EDSetting and Fastening the Door Clip or Frame Screw INSTALLATION, GO to StepBetween the door panel and door frame. Additional Integrating the Door to the Water Resistive Barrier Integrating the Door to the Water Resistive Barrier Head Flashing Instruction and Rough Opening PreparationDoor Replacement in Siding Without Nail FIN For Sill Preparation see steps 1E 1TAlternate Anchoring METHODS, Clip and Screw Placement Door Replacement in Siding Installation Clip MethodWithout Nail FIN Frame Screw Method Interior Seal Sealing the Door to the Exterior Wall Cladding Interior Finishing Finishing InstructionsCare and Maintenance Important Notice Exterior FinishingTroubleshooting Adjustable Strike Latching Issues Issue