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Plastic doors have rapidly burst into the domestic market. They attracted buyers with their appearance, relatively affordable cost and huge quantity functionality. But, like any mechanism, a plastic door can experience certain malfunctions.

The most common problems

Due to the fact that the number of owners plastic doors is steadily growing, accordingly, there are statistics of calls to the repair department. Thus, the following picture of the main problems emerges:

The most common complaint from customers is that the door sank. Such cases occur especially often in those rooms where the door is open most of the day. The lower part of the door leaf begins to rustle the threshold or floor, and difficulties arise in closing. Smaller products are less susceptible to this problem. People who have sensors installed especially need to be careful. burglar alarm. When the door sags, there is a high probability that it will be impossible to arm the object.

The second most popular defect is called creak. The door creaks the moment it opens. This is especially hard on the ears if there are small children in the family who can be woken up by any noise.
At the door built into the balcony block, the seal may come off. In this regard, a situation arises, especially in winter period when cold air freely penetrates into the living space.

Cheap lock at the entrance areas in the cold it can completely jam. In this case, you will be able to get inside only after the arrival of specialists. A similar situation can also occur if the handle opening mechanism becomes unusable.
Least likely to occur problems with the closer operation, blocker and several people note that there is a backlash with the tilt and turn opening system. Backlash is free movement, which makes the door rattle audible.

The more mechanisms a product has, the higher the chance that something will fail. A metal-plastic door is no exception.

All problems can be fixed in a few minutes with a small number of tools that are found in almost every family.

Required Tools

First of all, you should make sure that the warranty period has actually expired. In recent years, some companies have been issuing guarantees for fittings for several years. In addition, every year you can call a specialist to carry out preventative work, if this clause is in the contract. If preventive maintenance is carried out regularly, then all problems are eliminated in a timely manner.

But if the warranty period has already come to an end, and there is no desire to contact a third-party specialist, then you should prepare Phillips screwdrivers (or a screwdriver) and hex keys. In some cases, you will need pliers and ordinary machine oil.

Accessories

The main thing in a plastic door is not the profile, but its metal “filling”.

Before moving on to ways to solve certain problems, you should consider what kind of fittings are available for a door made of PVC profile. Which detail will you have to deal with? It could be:

Closer. This is a device designed for smooth door movement. In some rooms, thanks to it, the plastic door fits tightly to the jamb, and therefore heat is retained in the room.
Pen. Depending on the design, it may be with or without a built-in lock.

Lock. Most often found in entrance doors of both street and office types. Its main purpose is known to everyone - it is to lock the door.
Loops. It is a well-known fact that their main task is to secure the door leaf in the frame. But they also help to open and close the door. Unlike hinges in iron doors, the hinges in plastic doors are equipped with a regulation mechanism.

Trunnions and other remaining mechanism. All this is located around the entire perimeter door leaf. The counter part is located on the frame. The trunnions themselves are designed to adjust the contact force - the clamping force. The longest metal part of the door leaf functions as a handle. When the handle is opened or closed, all additional parts responsible for fixing or positioning the plastic door are activated.

Separately, I would like to mention the seal. Over time, the glue that secures it may come off, which means it will need to be replaced. The seal prevents noise and cold from entering the room. Most often made of rubber or silicone. Does not crack in the cold, is not afraid high temperatures and ultraviolet.

These were the most visible components, but there are a lot of other small steel parts, all together they are responsible for the coordinated operation of the plastic door.

How to adjust correctly: instructions

Ideally, any man should have knowledge of how to adjust a door. And it doesn’t matter which door we're talking about– about the entrance, interior or balcony. And even more so, the principle of its operation is not important, whether the opening system is conventional or tilt-and-turn.

In some cases, a pencil lead can help prevent squeaking, or a small piece of graphite can be placed under the hinges. This method helps if the loops themselves make extraneous noise.

But most often the problem is inside the door leaf. To eliminate it, you will have to lubricate the hinges with machine oil; it is easiest to perform this operation when completely open doors. It probably doesn’t make sense to describe in detail the procedure for applying machine oil. Any person has either lubricated it himself at some point or seen others do it. Even if you have no experience in this matter, everything is clear on an intuitive level.

Of course, installers of metal-plastic products do not go to the site with machine or any other oil. In a professional environment, a can of WD-40 is used for these purposes, referred to in the male environment as “Vedashka”. Any car owner is familiar with it.

In all other cases, you cannot do without tools, but any adult can do this work independently.

You shouldn’t put off repairing metal-plastic doors until the winter. Not only can some parts even break due to mechanical forces in winter, but also when low temperatures you can get frostbite on your fingers, especially when it comes to street door. And when it comes to repairing a balcony door, the result can be the same.

Adjusting plastic doors begins with a hex key. The hex key is inserted into a hole located either on the hinges of the product, or in the top or central part of the door. In some designs, you can get to it after first removing the plastic cover from the canopies. The adjustment can be either horizontal or vertical.

There are two adjustment holes in the lower and upper hinges. The most difficult hole to reach is located in the corner of the lower hinges. If the loops fit tightly door jamb, then you will have to work hard to get to it.

It makes sense to perform actions with the lower hinges when the door begins to touch the threshold. When you turn the hex key to one side, the door either raises or, conversely, lowers. By the way, these recommendations are also suitable in cases where the seal develops dents.

In cases where the door has already sagged significantly, a horizontal setting is suitable. Most often this occurs under the influence of the metal-plastic’s own gravity. Only this time all work must be carried out in the upper part of the canvas.

You must first unscrew the screws in the upper hinges and remove the decorative plastic, if provided for by the design. After which you can find a metal component with a screw, which is responsible for the ability to adjust the door to the left or right. When the hexagon is turned clockwise or counterclockwise, the product moves. You can level it exactly down to the millimeter.

If difficulties arise with leveling the distortion, you should loosen the horizontal screws and adjust them. In this case, it will be easier to level the door in height, and the time spent will not exceed ten minutes.

Many people remember from school that plastic expands at high temperatures. By the way, this has a certain effect on plastic doors. In particular, experts recommend loosening the pressure in the summer, and not forgetting to strengthen it in the winter. This helps solve problems with the appearance of drafts.

Using a hex wrench, you should tighten or, conversely, loosen a special mechanism - the trunnion. When you need to loosen, you should turn the notch toward you, otherwise, vice versa.

If the design of the plastic door does not provide for the ability to adjust the pin with a hexagon, then you can adjust the clamp using pliers or wrench. With a parallel arrangement of the trunnion, the clamping force will be weak. If you set the position perpendicular, the clamping action will be strong.

In order for the door to close well, it is enough to adjust the operation of the mechanism. Judging by what was stated earlier, you can tighten the hinges yourself with just a hex wrench and a few minutes of free time.

Broken latch, handle or lock most often cannot be repaired. It’s easier to buy a new mechanism and replace it. More detailed information about this is provided in a special section.

You can learn how to adjust a plastic door with your own hands from this video.

DIY installation diagram

To replace the lock, all you need is a screwdriver or Phillips screwdriver. If you need to repair a plastic balcony door, then in such designs the lock is most often embedded in the handle; it turns out that replacing the handle will make the lock work.

The handle is replaced in a few steps:

Move aside the decorative plastic. Hidden under it are self-tapping screws that secure the handle to the door leaf.
Using a screwdriver or screwdriver, unscrew the screws and remove the handle.
We install a new mechanism, previously purchased at a hardware store.
All that remains is to tighten the screws and return the decorative plastic to its original position.

Replacing the lock

First of all, you need to figure out what type of lock is installed. Today, two options are widely used - with and without a latch. Most often, a lock with a latch is ordered in cases where there is a need to fix the door in closed position.

There are two types of locks - single-point and multi-point. Single-point locks, unlike multi-point locks, have only one locking point. As a result, the door leaf does not adhere tightly to the surface. Multi-locking ones have much more reliable protection, since they “stick” into the door frame on three sides.

By the way, latches, depending on the method of opening the door, are of different types - either halyard or roller. The halyard is used when opening the door by pressing the handle, and the roller when the handle is in open position pulls towards himself.

But let's get back to replacing the lock. First you need to remove metal plate, which protects the product from unauthorized intervention. If a certain part fails, for example, a lock cylinder, then it is replaced. Of course, there is no need to replace other parts. In more advanced cases, a similar procedure will be required as with replacing the handle described above.

Loops rarely fail. Their design, made of metal alloys, is so reliable that it lasts without repair for several decades. It may only be required if the defective product originally left the factory. Or, if the weight of the door leaf does not meet the specifications.

It doesn't matter at all, replace the hinge with wooden door or loops on plastic. The procedure may differ only in details. For metal plastic, first of all, it is necessary to remove the decorative caps. They play not only an aesthetic role, but also protect the metal from moisture.

Knock out the axle mechanism. To do this, take a hammer or mallet. This work is done very carefully, the door should be slightly open.
Once a small metal part appears, grab it with pliers (or use pliers) and pull it down.
Tilt the door towards you and lift it slightly (literally to the height of the pin), remove it from its hinges.
We unscrew the old hinges and, using the instructions, install new ones.

All that remains is to return the door to its normal state. It is advisable to carry out this operation together, remember that the plastic door weighs a lot.

The process of replacing overhead door closers is also simple. The old mechanism is removed and its exact copy is installed. First, the box is mounted, and then the lever. Having connected the body to the lever, you can begin adjusting the closer. By loosening or, conversely, tightening the screws located at the end of the case. In this way, the closing speed and pressure are adjusted. Floor-mounted and hidden closers are not widely used today, so it makes no sense to dwell on them in more detail.

If you have to replace the plastic door seal, then before sending it to the hardware store it will be useful to remove the old one using a flat-head screwdriver. The seal is held on by glue in the corresponding groove, so there should be no difficulties.

Having a sample in hand, you can be guaranteed to purchase the desired option. All that remains is to clean the surface of excess glue, apply a new layer along the entire length and fix the seal. At the same time, it should not sag or stretch.

Re-hanging the door leaf

It would seem that people were lucky, some ordered the installation of plastic doors several years ago, others became the happy owners of new square meters, where metal-plastic doors had already been installed. But years pass, the desire appears to do not cosmetic, but major renovation one of the rooms. And at this very moment, the realization appears that it would not be superfluous to hang the door from one side to the other. Quite often this problem concerns the balcony door.

This procedure begins with removing the handles and door leaf from the hinges.

This procedure was described earlier, so let’s immediately move on to the following points:

We remove the remaining fittings from the door leaf, including the built-in lower hinges. To do this, you need to use screwdrivers or a screwdriver. There shouldn't be any particular difficulties. The main thing to remember is that it is best to lay out the removed parts in the same way as they were installed. And it is especially important not to break the plastic clips, otherwise you will have to buy more of them.

It is useful to know that fittings vary depending on the manufacturer, and each manufacturer has different series.

Almost all the details are symmetrical, which means that their mirror rearrangement is possible. In addition to the part called scissors on the frame, you will have to buy it. It is installed at the top of the door. Can be either left or right. Its purpose is to fold back a plastic product.
After all the fittings are removed, we rearrange them in a mirror image in the same way. The main thing is to correctly mark the position of the lower loops. At the same time, do not forget about the handle, which will also change its location.
To drill a hole for the handle, you will need a multi-tool with a special attachment. With its help, you can cut a neat rectangular hole without damaging the rest of the door leaf. An ordinary chisel can be a substitute for a multi-tool, but processing plastic will take more time.
To ensure proper alignment of the fittings, the trunnions should be aligned strictly in the center. This will save both time and nerves. You should use the instructions and diagrams from the hardware manufacturer.

The connection of scissors on the frame with scissors on the sash is possible thanks to runners that are inserted into the guides. The second locking mechanism is special holes that are placed on the plastic sleeve.
With a tilt-and-turn door opening system, there is a mechanism responsible for locking. By changing the position of the tongue, it becomes possible to install it when reversing the door.
When the door leaf is ready, you should move the fittings on the door frame. Observe the position of the parts down to the millimeter, otherwise nothing will work.
The bar responsible for holding the door during a tilt-and-turn system can be symmetrical or asymmetrical. The symmetrical bar is suitable for right and left placement. When transferring it, you should carefully examine the part.

Aligning the plastic door is possible using a hex key. This procedure is discussed in more detail in the previous sections.
The holes formed at the site of the former location of the handle can be decorated with a special plastic insert, which is called the rosette.
And the holes from the hinges should be covered with white liquid nails or filled with liquid plastic.

This process will take a certain amount of time. It is easiest to rehang a door with a conventional opening system, because many of the parts that are provided in the design of the door leaf with a tilt-and-turn system are missing in this case.

Mirror rehanging of the balcony block

Although it is quite rare for people to resort to rehanging the door leaf, such examples still occur. By analogy, the mirror arrangement of the balcony block is also being redone. But remember that this may require permission, since part of the wall located under the window will need to be dismantled.

We remove the plastic door and window structures from the hinges using the previously described method. Using an ordinary screwdriver, carefully remove the slopes, corners and door frame, which is supported by mounting foam.

Having permission in hand, we remove part of the wall. Easiest to clean brickwork, With reinforced concrete slab you'll have to tinker a little. The result should be a rectangular opening.

Since the broken part of the wall is small, it is advisable to use bricks to build a new part. Having carried out all the measurements in advance, we obtain an absolutely equal symmetrical version of the balcony block. Impost – plastic part door frame, resembles a constructor and is transferred in no time.

All that remains is to rehang the door and insert a window. The procedure is already well known. Then we return the slopes and corners to old place, and using sealant and a clean cloth, seal the cracks.

The described transformations may seem very complicated to some. And not everyone has such a need. But a huge number of people want to equip the door leaf with a tilt-and-turn opening mechanism.

Modernization of the door leaf

Lasts most of the year heating season, and it is quite natural that during the spring thaw there is a desire to ventilate the room. Most often, the door design allows you to only open it wide open or leave the door slightly ajar. In this case, cold air enters the room evenly, including in the lower part. The situation is different when opening the door in a tilt-and-turn system. It opens only at the top and cold air remains in the upper layers.

To change the metal-plastic opening design, you will again have to remove the door from its hinges. After examining the upper part of the fittings or the documents for the product, you can go to a hardware store. It is enough to know the size of the fitting groove or the name of the fitting itself. Consultants will offer the right option without any problems.

Using a screwdriver, we remove the upper fittings from the door that we will no longer need. You should start with the top hinges and extension.

Having dealt with the sash, we move on to the frame, where we have to dismantle the middle clamp and the top hinge. Instead of the old hinge, a new one is attached, specially designed for the tilt-and-turn opening system.

The middle lock and the sash part of the scissors should be installed on the sash. You should periodically refer to the diagrams and instructions supplied with the fittings. Even experts often look into them, there is nothing reprehensible in this: after all, the mechanism is quite complex.

The next step is to install the scissors on the frame and the striker at the very bottom of the door frame. Depending on the height of the plastic door, additional strikers are installed. This completes the installation of the system; all that remains is to adjust it using a hex wrench.

In conclusion, I would like to note that a plastic door begins with a measurement. If the measurer made the correct measurements, and there were no defects at the factory, and the installers did their job efficiently, then it will serve faithfully for decades. Of course, when correct operation. But if someday a part does fail, replacing it or lifting a sagging door will not be difficult.

Owners of houses and apartments increasingly prefer to install plastic doors on their balconies. This is not surprising, because they have modern and nice view, retain heat well and do not allow street noise to pass through.

People who have installed such doors sooner or later face the problem of operation. Even reliable and expensive plastic structures installed by professionals need adjustment.

It is not always possible to seek help from specialists. Therefore, you have to solve the problem yourself. This article will help you with this; it describes the main breakdowns and how to fix them.

Reasons for the malfunction of plastic doors

As a rule, breakdown occurs due to a violation of the position of the door leaf. The reason for this is the frequent use of the door. Over time, the moving elements gradually wear out and need adjustment. But before you adjust the plastic door, you need to determine the cause of the breakdown.

Main faults:

The door leaf touches the lower threshold or rubs against it. The reason is the heavy weight of the door. The hinges do not hold up and the entire structure is lowered. This happens especially often in summer time when the door is constantly in the open position.
The edge of the door leaf touches the frame in the lock area. This occurs due to exposure to high temperatures - direct sunlight or persistent hot weather. As a result, the door structure is deformed. This problem is eliminated by adjusting the hinges.
The door leaf does not press well against the frame or does not reach it at all. The cause is worn out rubber seals. To close the door tightly, adjust the clamping eccentrics; if the problem cannot be solved, change the seals.
The handle goes all the way down, but the door does not open. This happens because the locking mechanism is jammed. You have to put in more effort to open the door. As a result, the handle becomes loose and may break. The problem is solved by changing the lock if it cannot be repaired.

Today, no one can be surprised by PVC structures. They replaced it a long time ago wooden windows and doors in residential areas. But not many people know that any plastic structures require timely adjustment and preventive maintenance. These works are not complicated, so they can be easily done with your own hands.

Required Tools
When starting self-adjustment, arm yourself with the necessary tools to “reanimate” the balcony door.

You will need:

flat and figured screwdriver;
set of hexagons;
star attachments;
pliers;
roulette.

Vertical door adjustment
Using vertical adjustment, the height of the door in relation to the door frame is changed. A sign of a malfunction is the canvas touching the edge of the threshold, a large force when opening, and the appearance of dents on the upper and lower seals.

The adjusting screw located at the top of the hinge will help correct the situation. To adjust the position of the door, use a hexagon. If you turn the screw clockwise, the door will rise, and if you turn it in the opposite direction, it will lower.

Horizontal door adjustment
In this case, the side gap of the door leaf is set. To gain access to the adjustment mechanism, remove the plastic cover. There is a screw at the bottom of the hinge that helps move the door left or right.

It is enough to make a few turns and the door will take its usual position. After adjusting the hinges, snags in the lock area are eliminated. When the canvas touches the threshold, the upper and middle hinges are adjusted.

Pressure adjustment
Called front adjustment, it allows you to set the required tightness of the door to the frame. Special eccentrics located in the side part are responsible for downforce: at the bottom, in the center and at the top.

The setting principle is the same for all door models. It consists of the following: it is necessary to move the eccentrics closer to the door sealing rubber. This is done with a hex or star screwdriver. If you turn it counterclockwise, the eccentrics will move closer to the elastic band and the pressure will become stronger.

To check the tight fit of the door leaf to the frame, use a regular thin sheet. You can take a piece of A4 paper. The sheet is inserted between the sash and the edge of the frame. Then the door is closed and the paper is pulled out. If the pressure is good, the sheet is pulled out with difficulty.

Elimination of geometric distortions

However, it is not always possible to solve the problem by adjusting only one screw. If they are configured correctly, but the door still does not close well, then you will have to use another method. It involves correcting the geometry of the door leaf.

To level the door, remove the glass unit. To do this, carefully, using a chisel, you need to pull out the glazing beads supporting the glass. Geometry correction is done using pre-prepared gaskets. They need to be inserted between the plastic edging and the glass unit in certain places. If everything is done correctly, the door geometry will become smooth. After finishing the work, each bead is carefully installed in its original place using a rubber hammer.

Troubleshooting lock problems

A lock on plastic doors is the least hassle. But you also need to monitor him periodically. It happens that the handle turns with effort or does not turn completely. This is mainly due to the uneven position of the door leaf. After the manipulations described above, the problem resolves itself. Otherwise you will have to change the lock.

Handle adjustment
Over time, the handle may become loose. To fix this, rotate it ninety degrees. You will see several screws. Tighten them with a screwdriver and the handle will stop hanging.

Prevention of malfunctions of plastic doors

Proper care of a plastic balcony door will allow you to operate it long years without frequent adjustments. To do this, carry out timely preventive work.

Equip the door with a microlift and a limiter. With the help of the first part, the door will not sag in the closed position, and the second will not allow the hinges to become loose when fully opened.
The door itself is heavy, so you shouldn't make a hanger out of it. Some owners of plastic profiles have the habit of hanging clothes or drying towels on the handle. The additional weight will cause the door leaf to sag noticeably.
Seals need to be lubricated regularly with silicone. After treatment, the gum tolerates high temperatures well. In winter they will not stick to the frame. As a result, the service life of the seals will be significantly extended.
The lock also needs lubrication. A handle that is difficult to turn requires more effort. This will lead to misalignment door design, as well as to breakage of the handle.

The described malfunctions are not complex. The problem with adjusting plastic balcony doors can be easily solved with your own hands without the help of specialists. Timely and proper care will help avoid such troubles. Apply these simple tips and then warmth and comfort will always reign in your room.

Video: adjusting the plastic door to the balcony

Before installing a plastic door, you must not only choose the manufacturer carefully, but also pay attention to its components. Only in these cases will the door serve you for decades. But some time after installation, the door mechanisms may fail. To eliminate this malfunction, it is not at all necessary to contact the specialists. You can adjust the mechanisms yourself. To do this, you need to know how to adjust it yourself.

The most common causes of breakdowns

As a rule, all malfunctions of plastic doors arise as a result of a violation of the position of the leaf itself. Due to its frequent use, all moving mechanisms gradually fail. Therefore, before adjusting the plastic door, let's first figure out in what cases it is necessary to do this.

The bottom of the door rubs against the threshold. As a rule, this happens due to the mechanisms not being clamped tightly enough. This is not explained by the quality of the door itself, but by the carelessness of the technician who installed it. In addition, the door leaf can sag under its own weight. This is mainly due to weighted
The middle part of the door (near the handle) rubs against the plastic door. This usually occurs as a result of sudden changes in temperature.
The door does not close tightly. The cause of such a malfunction can be not only the same sudden changes in temperature, but also the displacement of the pressure roller after using the doors for a long time.

Prevention of problems with plastic doors

Many people probably think that, knowing how to adjust a plastic door, it is not at all necessary to treat it with care. But, unfortunately, this is not the case. The door can be adjusted several times. But after a while there will come a time when this procedure simply won’t help. Thus, you should always remember that the prevention of doors should also be taken seriously, as well as their selection or installation.

So, before purchasing this or that door model, never refuse its configuration, even if this increases the cost of your purchase. Otherwise, before you adjust the hinges of plastic doors yourself, you will again need to spend time and money finding one or another component.

Necessary accessories for plastic doors

The most important tools for adjusting plastic doors are considered to be the following:

Microlift. This device will help troubleshoot doors of any size and weight. It helps prevent even the heaviest door panels from sagging. The microlift takes on part of the door's load, but only in its closed position. It may look different. Its most common types are a roller at the bottom or a movable plate at the top of the blade.
Door opening limiter. This mechanism not only helps prevent the door from sagging, but also sets the maximum angle of its opening in such a way that it protects the door from impacts on the slopes.

In addition, before you choose a particular plastic door manufacturer, find out more information about it. The fact is that many companies neglect the quality of the fittings themselves and install cheaper ones, which may also be one of the reasons for the minimum service life of the product.

Elimination of sagging door leaf

We have already found out what the sagging of the leaf depends on, now let's look at how to properly adjust a plastic door with your own hands in this situation.

If you notice that the canvas is clinging to the threshold, you need to fix this problem as quickly as possible. To do this, open the doors and look for a small screw on the top hinge. As a rule, it is a hexagon. In some cases, it may look like an asterisk. In one case or another, you will need to select a key for the screw.

So, turn the screw clockwise. Make two or three turns. Close the door. It should now close freely.

If the canvas sag very much, and these actions did not help eliminate this malfunction, then experts give the following recommendation on how to adjust the plastic door in height. Locate the adjusting screw under the lower canopy protective cap and turn it clockwise a couple of times. These steps will help you solve your door sagging problem.

Elimination of rubbing of the door leaf on the side

Rubbing on the side of the door is also easy to prevent. How to adjust the plastic door in this case? To do this, find another screw on the lower canopy, which is located not at the bottom, but at the side, that is, with inside canvases. Again, by twisting it clockwise, you can put the door leaf in the right place. It will no longer cling to the jamb and will be able to close easily.

If this technique does not help eliminate the rubbing of the door on the side, find the upper canopy, which was described above, and perform all the same steps.

Improving door sealing

If you notice that your door does not close tightly, then this troubleshooting item is for you. Let's figure out how to adjust the pressure of a plastic door.

To begin, remove the ends of the door. There are special eccentrics there. By rotating them you can set the correct door mode. The only difficulty here is finding the right eccentrics. Usually they are installed in threes at the top, side and bottom. They should all be gradually turned at the same angle so that the door closes tightly. But since this fit will only be near the handle, it will also be necessary to adjust the canopies with special screws.

Door handle adjustment

We have already looked at how to adjust a plastic door. But what to do if its handle does not function properly when opening? Don’t worry, you can also fix such problems with the handle yourself.

To do this, move the decorative plate 90 degrees. Underneath you will find the handle mechanism and mounting screws. Tighten these screws and the handle on the door leaf will be fixed more firmly. Thus, you will be able to regulate its tightness yourself, which makes it possible to troubleshoot the door lock opening mechanism.

Replacing handles on plastic doors

Now you know how to adjust a plastic door with your own hands. But replacing its handle will cause more difficulties. After all, such fittings are the most vulnerable. It is also worth noting that its service life is much shorter than indicated by the manufacturer.

The main reason for the breakdown of plastic door handles is low quality material. Its constant use will lead to cracks, and in the future - to the fact that the handle breaks off completely.

If you are faced with the latter problem, first you need to select an analogue of your pen. You need to choose this or that fitting carefully, paying special attention to the identical dimensions of the part itself and the fasteners. As a rule, all these devices are practically the same, but in this case it would be useful to play it safe.

The handle is attached directly to the metal hidden under plastic profile base with self-tapping screws, which are subsequently closed with decorative plugs.

We hope our tips helped. Now you know how to adjust the plastic entrance door yourself.

Greetings to all blog readers! Today we will talk about adjusting the PVC door on the balcony.

A lot of my friends complain that there is a draft through the door, it doesn’t close tightly, and a bunch of other problems. I have to go and figure out what happened there.

In fact, there is only one reason - improper care for fittings and sealing rubber bands. Every time we have to explain what needs to be done, how to care for the door. In this regard, I decided to write instructions for everyone, in case you have the same problem and cannot find a solution.

Today, almost every apartment has metal-plastic balcony blocks. As you know, both windows and doors can wear out over time. Most often, it is plastic doors that require repairs, because in just one day they can be opened and slammed countless times.

The door weighs more than window frame, accordingly, it is easier to deform, and sometimes it “slips” when the structure is lowered. There is a need for urgent repairs doors

To adjust a faulty balcony door, generally the same principle is used as in adjusting a window mechanism. However, door repair has a number of characteristic properties. We will talk about problems that may arise during the operation of plastic doors and ways to solve them in this article.

First of all, when starting to adjust the door, you need to stock up on screwdrivers (regular flat-head and Phillips), as well as a 4 mm wrench for adjusting the screws on the door hinges, and pliers.

Sometimes it happens that the plastic door to the balcony does not close. This problem usually occurs due to sagging door hinges or broken hardware, in particular the lock. Often the sash itself becomes deformed. In this case, you need to find out the cause of the malfunction, and only then begin repairs.

If the door with its lower structural element, when trying to close it, clings to the threshold, and it must be lifted, holding on to the fittings, it means that the door has dropped under the weight of its own weight. Due to the impressive size of balcony doors, such misalignment often occurs. If the door touches the frame in the center, we can talk about a horizontal displacement of the sash or a change in its shape.

This sometimes happens when exposed to high temperatures. Sometimes the mechanism that presses the sash to the frame breaks. As a result, the door frame remains slightly closed and does not lock even when the handle is turned. This problem can be resolved by repairing the clamping mechanism.

Adjusting the balcony door fastening mechanism

If the structure sags, the upper door hinges are adjusted first.

It is necessary to open the sash completely, set the product to the rotation position, then release fastener from a decorative cap (mostly on all metal-plastic doors, the hinges are covered with special caps, and it is under them that the screws are hidden).

After this, using a spanner, tighten the adjusting screw to the right several times. This will correct the crooked position of the structure and prevent it from sagging again. It happens that in order for the sash to rise, it is also necessary to tighten the hinges from below. They have top and side screws.

The door can be raised a few millimeters by adjusting the top end screw. If you turn the side screw with a key, the sash tightens or, on the contrary, moves away from the opening.

Thus, the sagging is eliminated by rotating the adjusting screws on the hinges in the lower and upper parts of the door leaf. They are designed to allow the sash to be slightly moved in one direction or another.

What to do if the canvas touches the frame when opening

In this case, the door with its upper border can touch the frame. This indicates that, when adjusting the sagging, the sash was shifted to a greater height than necessary. It is easy to fix this problem: just turn the end screw once in the lower hinge. Sometimes the door cannot be closed completely, and the resulting gap allows cold air to pass through.

To avoid drafts, the sealing material should be changed. To do this, we purchase a suitable sealant at the construction market or in a store.

Using a screwdriver, release the groove from the old profile, then clean it of dried glue and wash it with a damp sponge or cloth.

Then you need to let the groove dry, then apply a layer of glue and attach the new profile with the fastening side. In this case, the cord or insulation material must not be pulled. It must be carefully smoothed out with your hands or a special copper tube with a curved end. The ends of the profile must be firmly glued.

So that balcony owners do not have to frequently change the sealing cord in the future, it is recommended to treat it with a special silicone mixture. You can usually purchase silicone for lubrication from the supplier of the balcony block system.

The handle for the plastic balcony door deserves special attention.

Deformation of locks and fittings is a fairly common problem. Sometimes, the door handle does not make a full rotation and requires force to do so.

Such a malfunction can be eliminated by using horizontal door adjustment. In this case, you can specifically press the door leaf more tightly in the direction opposite to the hinges before the start of the cold season. This is fine.

However, in the spring it is better to reduce the force of the pressing sash mechanism, since this causes it to break faster and also wears out the sealing profile. In situations where the handle is severely damaged, it is better to replace the deformed structural element with a new one.

If the handle is loose and turns too easily, you need to rotate the bar at the base 90 degrees. There are screws underneath that need to be tightened. This simple procedure will quickly solve the problem.

In order to check whether the balcony door has been adjusted correctly, let’s try to close the sash. If this happens easily, with light pressure on the handle, then the adjustment has been completed correctly.

Lock breakdowns

The door frame locking mechanism keeps the door closed. With frequent use, it breaks down and requires replacement.

The lock is screwed to the end of the product with screws. You just need to unscrew them, pull out the old balcony latch for plastic doors and screw in a new one.

Elimination of microdefects, scratches and chips

Over time, small cracks and damage may appear on the surface of the balcony door. To get rid of them, use a special mixture called “Cosmofen” or any other component similar in composition. It should be applied to visible areas with defects and wait until the surface dries.

After this, a special substance – plastic in liquid form – is also applied to the chips. For doors with lamination, a wax pencil or a so-called furniture touch is suitable. Sometimes repairing a balcony opening can only be done by contacting a specialist.

This applies to such defects as the appearance of cracks and chips in the glass unit, holes in the plastic, and destruction of welds. This may cause the mechanism to break. door hinge. In some cases, it is even necessary to order the production of a new door or call a repairman.

Occasionally, when adjusting the overlap, it becomes necessary to move the glass unit. Using the adjusting screws you can move the door a few millimeters. If you need a larger offset angle, you need to combine both types of adjustment - screws and moving the glass unit.

The glass unit is secured with rods. They should be removed, and then squeezing blades should be placed under the glass unit, which will act as a lever, and with their help, move the glass unit in the desired direction. In this case, the spring effect begins to act and the plastic door moves along with the double-glazed window.

After adjustment, you need to secure the glass unit again with rods. These fasteners are different sizes for different parts of the structure, so you need to be careful not to mix them.

Balcony door fixing

In some cases, it becomes necessary to completely remove the sash. For example, to carry out complex repairs or when it is necessary to leave the opening open when exiting to the balcony in order to remove large pieces of furniture there.

First, remove the special cap covering the top loop. Then the axial rod (pin) is pressed. The pressure should be on its head, which rises above door hinge. Using pliers, you need to hold the pin from below and also pull it out to the end.

The next step is to tilt the structure towards you and lift it slightly, 5–6 cm is enough. This procedure removes the fasteners from the bottom hinge, which allows you to remove the door and move it if necessary.

After some time, the sash needs to be put back in its place in the opening. The installation of plastic doors on a balcony is carried out in several stages: The lower hinge is placed on a rod for fastening with a special hole. The door is then installed in its working position.

With proper pressure on the top hinge pin, it will take its original position, protruding 5 mm from both sides of the hinge. Finally, the decorative hinge attachments should be put back in place.

Do not forget about the large weight of plastic balcony blocks.

The sash is quite heavy. If you drop it during dismantling, the hinge mechanism will break. In this case, you will either have to buy a new door, or seek help from professionals, experts in installing balcony blocks. In order to avoid such troubles, it is better to remove and hang the door by inviting an assistant.

Often, the installation of a metal-plastic balcony system is identical to the installation of any standard interior fabric or sashes. However, the opening method makes a significant difference here. This determines the specifics of the installation. It is carried out in stages.

First you need to remove the old ceiling. Next step is cleaning doorway. It is necessary to sweep away the remaining debris and wipe the sides of the hole in the wall from dust. Then you can proceed directly to installing the door frame.

Moreover, if sliding products are being installed, it is necessary to attach guide profiles. The remaining gaps are filled polyurethane foam, after which the door is put on its hinges. At the end comes the turn of fittings and adjustment of the handle.

As a rule, when purchasing a balcony door, they issue a guarantee. While the warranty period has not expired, it is better to use the services of a specialist for installing plastic windows and doors. Some defects and malfunctions are difficult to eliminate on your own.

In addition, if you additionally damage the door during adjustment or repair, you will no longer be able to count on the warranty and free troubleshooting.

You can set up a balcony door if it begins to function poorly with your own hands. However, you need to approach this process wisely so as not to accidentally damage the structure. Therefore, the main thing in installing and adjusting plastic doors to the balcony is strict adherence to the technology, accuracy and attentiveness when taking measurements.

If you make a mistake somewhere during the installation process, the door may begin to sag, bend, and simply not work well. Sometimes when adjusting a balcony door, the locking mechanism is destroyed. In this case, you need to replace it with a new one.

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When adjustment of a plastic balcony door is required

The price of a plastic balcony door is quite high, but buying an expensive high-quality model does not save you from frequent cases of mechanism breakdowns. It's all about its frequent use, which leads to a decrease in the tightness of the sash.

In addition, double glazing provides excellent sound insulation, and PVC guarantees durability. However, it is these materials that noticeably make the structure heavier, as a result of which it begins to sag under its own weight and ceases to close tightly. As a result, a noticeable draft appears in the room, and insulating the balcony does not help.

The normal position of the plastic door is as follows:

if the door is open, it does not move on its own;
no sash displacement;
the leaf is pressed tightly against the door frame profile.

If this is the case, intervention in the door mechanism is not required. However, if you notice the slightest deviation, you immediately need repairs to your plastic balcony doors. You shouldn’t delay calling a technician, because with each opening and closing the situation will get worse. As a result, this can lead to balcony doors not closing at all.

Helpful advice! If the door installation warranty has expired and you do not want to contact a specialist, you can watch a video of self-adjustment of plastic balcony doors and fix the problem yourself.

Types of balcony door faults

If you adjust a plastic balcony door with your own hands, for the success of the repair it is important to determine the causes of the malfunction. Most often the problems are as follows:

Type of malfunction	Cause of occurrence
Door sagging (when closing the door clings to the plastic threshold)	Most likely, the structure is too heavy, which leads to its displacement downwards
Hanging handle for balcony door	Usually the handle starts to dangle when the balcony door is opened very often
Plastic balcony doors do not close tightly (the leaf is not pressed tightly against the frame and you feel a draft)	As a rule, this is a symptom of a malfunctioning door handle or a misaligned door.
The door is shifted to the side (the door touches the middle of the frame)	Most often the problem is in the hinges; adjusting them will help eliminate the problem. This problem often occurs due to constant sudden temperature changes that affect the fittings for plastic balcony doors in case of insufficient insulation of the balcony

To test the door for tight closure, slam the shutter with a regular album sheet paper. Try to push the sheet around the perimeter of the door. If it moves easily, the structure has lost its density and needs adjustment.

Also evaluate the tightness of the seal: uneven pressure on the rubber usually indicates sagging. Determining the direction of displacement is simple: pay attention to the place where the seal is compressed and check whether there is a mark from the sash on it.

How to determine if a door leaf is skewed

If you suspect the structure is skewed, close the sash and then move around the perimeter closed door with a simple pencil.

Open the door and compare its outline with the drawn line. The presence of unevenness indicates that the door is warped. For accurate results, use a building level.

Table of values for door leaf adjustment

Let's say, as a result of measurements, you find out that the width of the drawn strip is 8 mm (an error of 1 mm is permissible). This means everything is in order and the door is not warped. If the width of one strip is 12 mm and the other is 4 mm, this clearly indicates that the door is skewed by 4 mm.

Note! Sometimes it turns out that on the hinge side the width of the strip is 3-4 mm, and on the handle side 6-7 mm. Such indicators indicate that the door is narrowed by 4-6 mm - this is a manufacturing defect, and there is no point in moving such a door.

Also check the width of the opening on all sides of the frame. The difference in measurements should not be more than 1 mm. Otherwise, the opening will have the shape of a barrel - this happens when installed incorrectly, when the middle of the frame is pulled towards the wall more than the top and bottom. Such errors also lead to loose clamping.

By measuring the width of the sash on all sides, you will determine the correct length of the impost. The difference between the three measurements should not be more than 0.5-1 mm.

If the indicators differ from the norm, the length of the impost differs from the required one and causes the door to skew.

How to adjust a plastic balcony door: step-by-step instructions

To avoid mistakes or accidental damage to the glass unit of a balcony door (the cost of which is quite high), you need to figure out how to adjust plastic balcony doors correctly.

When carrying out work, it is not necessary to overpay for a specialist: you can adjust the balcony door yourself - video instructions can be easily found on the Internet.

To work you will need very few tools:

hexagon;
crosshead screwdriver;
flat screwdriver.

Instructions and video: how to adjust plastic balcony doors when sagging

If you notice that when opening and closing the door it scratches the bottom edge of the frame, this indicates sagging of the door. Adjustment in in this case can be vertical or horizontal.

Scheme of vertical and horizontal door adjustment

Horizontal adjustment steps:

Open the door wide to the swing position.
There is a screw located near the top hinge at the end of the sash. Take the hex key and turn it clockwise 2-3 times.
Remove the plugs covering the holes leading to the top screws.
Turn all screws under the plugs clockwise.
After adjusting the mechanism, check whether the door now closes freely. If necessary, tighten the screws again.

To understand how to adjust balcony doors vertically, do the following:

Lift the door evenly and find the screw at the bottom end of the hinge, located along its axis.
If the screw is covered by a plug, carefully remove it.
If you twist the screw clockwise, carefully lift the door, if counterclockwise, lower it.

Adjusting the pressure of balcony doors and door handles

To tighten the handle for a plastic balcony door, you need to do the following:

Slowly and carefully turn the plastic cap at a right angle.
Under plastic cover find screws for fastening. Pull them up.

If the handle does not turn well, sometimes it is enough to lubricate the lock with a special material that does not contain resin or acid. In the event of a complete breakdown, you should buy a handle for plastic balcony doors, unscrew the screws, remove old part and put a new one in its place.

Helpful advice! A good option is to install a magnetic latch on the balcony door. This will help avoid too frequent exposure to door handle every time the door is closed and opened, which will have a beneficial effect on its durability.

Schematic instructions for self-regulation balcony door position

If there is blowing from plastic balcony doors, this is a sure sign that the sash is not pressed tightly. It is necessary to adjust the pressure of the plastic balcony door. To figure out how to adjust plastic balcony doors for pressure, look for locking elements on the door leaf. They are responsible for the pressure density.

Using a wrench or pliers, rotate the locking elements until the door is in the desired position. Professionals recommend periodically self-adjustment plastic balcony doors depending on the season.

Just figure out how to adjust plastic balcony doors for the winter, and you can easily loosen the pressure in hot weather and tighten it in the cold season.

Sometimes adjusting the hinges does not help solve the problem, and then the leakage of the clamp can be eliminated using a pin. To do this you will need pliers.

To achieve maximum door pressure, install the trunnion perpendicular to the profile. To, on the contrary, achieve minimal pressure, position the trunnion parallel.

Replacing the seal and adjusting the door when the frame is scratched

It may turn out that adjusting the door pressure did not bring the desired result. This happens because the rubber seal has worn out, and any adjustments to the door are pointless without replacing it. To do this you need:

Pull out the old tires. This is done without special effort And additional tools you won't need it.
Remove dirt from the inside of the groove.
Place a new seal. Make sure that the side bend is at the end of the sash.

Helpful advice! To make work easier, remove the sash from the frame: this will allow access to the rubber gaskets from the hinge side. It is better to choose a seal from the same manufacturer as the installed doors.

If the balcony doors do not close well and touch the frame, scratching its center, follow these instructions for self-adjusting plastic balcony doors:

Lower the sash to the bottom hinge.
Insert the adjusting key into the side screw and tighten the sash.
If the door position does not return to normal, repeat the procedure with the top hinge.

Prevention of malfunctions of balcony doors

If you had to build a house yourself, adjusting the balcony door fittings is more important, because you want the result of your work to last longer. To minimize the risk of future problems, try to follow these rules:

reputable manufacturer - guarantee good quality products, because in terms of durability and performance characteristics, the quality of the materials from which the door and fittings are made is of primary importance;
when purchasing fittings, make sure that all selected parts are suitable for the type and size of the balcony door: keep in mind that modern fittings are designed for a weight of 100-130 kg;
so that you don’t have to figure out how to tighten plastic balcony doors, make sure you have a special microlift: this compensator part prevents the door leaf from sagging under the influence of its own gravity;
To prevent the door from sagging and the sash from jamming, it is worth installing a special additional bus, limiting the opening of the door.

Helpful advice! The microlift is especially relevant in the case of double-glazed windows, which are distinguished by their impressive weight and size. The design of the microlift can be different, representing a small lever on the side of the sash or a roller at its bottom.

Also, even at the door installation stage, pay attention to the following points:

Along the entire perimeter of the door frame, the frame should fit evenly and tightly against it.
Opening and closing doors should be easy and effortless.
When checking with a building level, it should be obvious that the structure is installed exactly vertically.
There should be no drafts.
If the door is installed level, in the half-closed position it should not open or close on its own.

Remember that adjusting the door yourself is possible, but requires attention, caution and careful diagnosis of problems.

Therefore, if you have a valid warranty on your balcony door, if you identify the slightest malfunction, you should contact specialists who will quickly determine the causes of the problems.

If you are sure that the malfunctions are due to manufacturing defects or installation problems, it is also better to turn to professionals - tightening the bolts yourself in this case will not correct the situation.

If you decide to adjust the door yourself, be sure to follow the instructions, and if you replace the fittings, choose products from the same company as your balcony doors.

Today, the choice of apartment and house owners often falls on a plastic door. It is used as an entrance, interior or balcony. In any of these options, the plastic design looks interesting, attracts attention and guarantees good performance characteristics. However, in winter, plastic doors require special care - you need to transfer them to winter mode.

Attention! You can change the door operation for winter yourself. The owners are wondering how to adjust the sash so that it retains heat in the room and eliminates drafts. Adjustment is easy, but it is recommended to first know what winter and summer mode are.

Arrangement of fittings on door leaf PVC

Characteristics of plastic structures and methods for opening them

Home renovation involves not only replacing floors, ceilings, or dismantling partitions, but also installing new windows and doors. This is a responsible and difficult step, but it is necessary. Residents of our country purchase plastic windows, which manufacturers give different sizes and characteristics. But main function plastic windows and doors to the balcony is to give the room as much beauty, warmth and light as possible.

During the renovation process, due attention must be paid to the installation of plastic windows. Let us note that their price is acceptable for every person, and their performance capabilities are high. Plastic windows and doors have different opening methods. There are designs in which the sash is rotating; such models are the most common. There are also windows with a folding sash; they are convenient to use when ventilating rooms. Models of windows and doors with a tilt-and-turn opening method are also available, and such windows are easy to clean.

The only important nuance during the renovation period is competent installation and adjustment of all elements of plastic windows. Only professionals who install these structures can perform such work. Therefore, do not skimp on paying employees, since windows are installed once and for a long time, and everything should be on time. top level.

Adjustment and correct setting of fittings

Useful information about PVC doors

It is recommended to purchase plastic doors exclusively from trusted companies. Only brands that have proven themselves on the market guarantee a long service life of the device. It is preferable to entrust the installation work to professionals. However, if you have the skills and relevant knowledge, you can do the installation yourself. The initial adjustment of the structure is also important.

Even at the door acceptance stage, take a closer look at certain indicators. Pay attention to the material, fittings, including locks and handles. Each element requires professional adjustment. In particular, attention is paid to the following:

Normal closing and opening of doors. There shouldn't be any difficulties. To check the vertical and horizontal installation, use a building level.
Pressing the leaf tightly against the door frame. It should be dense and uniform around the entire perimeter.
Arbitrary opening or closing of the door must be completely prevented.

The process of adjusting PVC canvas in case of failures in its initial setting

If everything is in order, it means the door is of high quality and you can enjoy its use. Of course, do not forget that the door needs adjustment from time to time. Twice a year it is switched to winter or summer mode.

Read also: - debugging rules and expert advice

When is door adjustment needed?

Often people notice a problem when it is already running: drafts arise, the door does not close or open well. These are already problems that were the result of previously unnoticed situations. In fact, you can see all the shortcomings of operation at the initial stage. It's much easier to fix the problem here.

There are many in various ways see the shortcomings of the door. One of the simplest helps to determine the weakening of the pressure of the canvas to the box. For this you will need a sheet of paper. It is clamped between the frame and the door frame. After this, they carefully pull the sheet and, if this is done with difficulty, then everything is in order with the door pressing. This check should be performed along the entire perimeter of the structure. If malfunctions are noted, they will have to be corrected. Using available tools, the pressure is maximized.

The problem may also be subsidence of the canvas. The door in the closed position is circled around the perimeter. The pencil lines should correspond to the edges of the door frame in the open position of the leaf. If deviations are detected, you will have to adjust the position of the sash.

Useful recommendations for setting up a metal-plastic canvas

Horizontal adjustment: operating algorithm

Horizontal adjustment is required when the door sags due to its own gravity. A typical manifestation may be the handle sticking when the mechanism's crossbars do not fit into the grooves intended for them. As a result, the structure is difficult to open and drafts occur. The following algorithm will help to cope with the problem, switching the door to winter mode:

Open the door.
Remove the screws from the top hinges.
Close the sash.
Remove the covers and unscrew the long horizontal screw.
Inspect the screw for damage. If they are missing, screw it back in, tightening it more at the top loop.
Remove the trim from the bottom hinges.
Adjust the operation of the lower hinges by tightening or loosening them to ensure even movement of the sash.

Basic options for adjusting metal-plastic sheets

Vertical door adjustment and pressure adjustment

The door structure may also need to be adjusted and adjusted vertically. Here questions arise about how to adjust the sash in order to switch the product to winter mode. To do this, find a screw, which is called an adjusting screw. It is usually located at the bottom end of each loop. To adjust it, use a traditional hexagon of suitable size. Depending on the direction in which the screw rotates, the sash will lower or rise. Clockwise movement promotes lifting, counterclockwise movement promotes lowering.

Read also: - stages of work, materials and tools

Additionally, the clamping force is adjusted using a locking pin, which is available on any blade. There is an indicator notch on it, which can be loosened or tightened depending on the need.

Attention! The adjustment screw is often hidden behind a plug. This is important to consider when trying to adjust the design.

Appearance front door PVC

Now you know how to independently configure your doors for winter operation. The configured version of the design is easy to subsequently adjust, the handle works properly, and the product itself easily opens and closes without letting in the cold. If you do not fully understand how to switch plastic doors to winter mode, check out the video presented. It will accurately and clearly illustrate how to switch plastic products to “winter” or “summer” mode. After watching the video, switching the door to winter mode will be easy for you.

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