Choosing The Right Screw Size For Kwikset Door Handles

Kwikset door handles are designed with a set screw that can be tightened or loosened using a hex wrench. The set screw is located inside the post of the door handle and is accessed through a small hole in the lever. This set screw is designed to secure the lever to the post. If the exterior lever of a Kwikset entry lock comes off, it is almost certainly not due to a missing set screw. Instead, the set screw may be screwed in too far, causing it to no longer hold the lever securely. To fix this issue, a hex wrench is used to turn the set screw and adjust it to the correct position. Kwikset provides a 3/32 hex wrench with the lock for this purpose.

Screw size for mechanical deadbolts

If you're looking for the screw size for Kwikset door handles, you've come to the right place.

Kwikset door handles use a #8-32 screw that is 1-1/2" long for their mechanical deadbolts.

Other Kwikset Screw Sizes

Kwikset door handles also use a 3/32" hex wrench to turn the set screw. This is included with the lock.

You can also purchase replacement set screws for Kwikset reversible pin and tumbler entry sets from Build.com.

Additionally, Kwikset offers a deadbolt screw pack, the 81251, which you can find more information on through their support page.

Exterior lever coming off

If the exterior lever of your Kwikset door handle is coming off, it is likely that the set screw is still in the shaft. The set screw is the silver button on the side of the shaft. To fix the lever, follow these steps:

• Remove the lever.
• Place the lever back onto the shaft, ensuring that the hole in the lever lines up with the hole on one side of the shaft and the set screw on the other side.
• Using a 3/32 hex wrench, tighten the set screw through the lever and shaft.

It is important to note that the set screw for the exterior lever has right-handed threads, meaning that you will need to turn the hex wrench clockwise to tighten the screw. This is different from the interior lever, which uses a left-handed thread set screw.

Hex wrench for turning the screw

Hex wrenches, also known as hex keys or Allen keys, are used to turn screws with hexagonal sockets. They are formed from a single piece of hard hexagonal steel rod, bent to 90 degrees, forming two arms of unequal length. The longer arm is typically used as a handle, while the shorter arm engages with the screw. Hex wrenches are usually sold in kits that include a variety of sizes.

When turning the set screw of a Kwikset door handle, a 3/32" hex wrench is used. Kwikset provides one with the lock. The set screw has left-handed threads, meaning that the screw is tightened by turning it clockwise and loosened by turning it anti-clockwise.

If you do not have the correct size of hex wrench, there are some alternative methods to turn a hexagonal screw:

• Using pliers or locking pliers to grip the head of the screw if it is not recessed.
• Grinding down a larger hex wrench to fit the screw.
• Using a flat-blade screwdriver that fits corner-to-corner in the socket of the screw.
• Using a Torx or other six-lobe driver, which may require hammering the bit into the socket of the screw.

Deadbolt screw pack

The Kwikset deadbolt screw pack is a set of screws designed to secure your door handle or lock in place. The screw size for mechanical deadbolts is #8-32, 1-1/2" long. The Kwikset deadbolt screw pack is available in different models, such as the 81247-515 Screw Pack, which is compatible with the Kwikset 780, 970, and 980 Single Cylinder Deadbolts. This particular model features an antique brass finish.

The Kwikset deadbolt screw pack is an essential component of the door handle installation process and ensures that your door handles and locks are securely attached to your doors. It is important to use the correct screw size and type to prevent any issues with the functionality and security of your door handles and locks.

In some cases, you may experience issues with your Kwikset door handles, such as a loose or detached exterior lever. This issue may be caused by a set screw that appears to be missing but is, in fact, still present. The set screw may be screwed into the interior of the post, making it seem like it is missing. To resolve this issue, use a 3/32" hex wrench, which is typically provided with the lock, to turn the set screw clockwise until it secures the lever firmly in place.

The Kwikset deadbolt screw pack ensures the proper installation and functionality of your door handles and locks, providing security and peace of mind for your home or business.

Reversible pin and tumbler entry sets

The Kwikset Tustin Lever is a keyed entry set with a pin and tumbler locking mechanism. It is suitable for exterior doors where security is needed. The product features a reversible lever, which can be installed on both right-handed and left-handed doors.

The Tustin Lever is designed for easy installation and requires only a screwdriver. It also comes with a lifetime mechanical and finish warranty.

Now, to address the issue of the exterior lever falling off, it is important to note that the set screw is still in the shaft. To fix this, follow these steps:

• Remove the lever.
• You will notice a hole on one side of the shaft and a silver button on the other side. That silver button is the set screw.
• Place the lever back onto the shaft.
• Using a 3/32 hex wrench, tighten the screw through the lever and shaft.

Additionally, if you need to tighten the screws for the lever with concealed screws, this model requires a 3/32 Allen wrench to remove the handle and expose the screws.

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