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Pinpoint Test O: A Door Is Difficult/Does Not Open From The Exterior Door Handle




Locks, Latches and Entry Systems







Pinpoint Test O: A Door Is Difficult/Does Not Open From The Exterior Door Handle

Normal Operation

The exterior door handle is connected to the door latch with an actuating rod. When the exterior door handle is pulled it causes the actuating rod to push down on the latch lever. The actuating rod can be adjusted for proper exterior door handle operation. When the latch lever is moved, the door latch releases allowing the door to open.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Broken or binding linkage
- Exterior door handle to latch rod adjustment
- Exterior door handle
- Door latch



PINPOINT TEST O: A DOOR IS DIFFICULT/DOES NOT OPEN FROM THE EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE

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