How to Adjust a Closing Cylinder on Storm Door

Step 1: Locate the closing cylinder.

To locate the storm door closing cylinder, you will need to:

1. Open the storm door.

2. Look on the inside of the door frame, towards the top.

3. You will see a cylindrical object with a screw head in the center. This is the closing cylinder.

Step 2: Loosen the closing cylinder screw.

To loosen the closing cylinder screw, you will need to:

1. Use a screwdriver to turn the screw counterclockwise until the cylinder is loose enough to move.

2. Be careful not to turn the screw too far, as this could cause the cylinder to fall out.

Step 3: Adjust the closing cylinder.

To adjust the closing cylinder, you will need to:

1. Turn the cylinder clockwise until the door closes smoothly.

2. Be sure to stop turning the cylinder once the door is fully closed.

Step 4: Tighten the closing cylinder screw.

To tighten the closing cylinder screw, you will need to:

1. Use a screwdriver to turn the screw clockwise until it is snug.

2. Be careful not to over tighten the screw, as this could damage the cylinder.

Step 5: Test the door.

To test the door, you will need to:

1. Open and close the door several times.

2. Make sure that the door closes smoothly and that it does not bounce or stick.

Tips for adjusting a storm door closing cylinder

1. If you have a difficult time turning the closing cylinder screw, you can try using a drill with a screwdriver attachment.

2. If the closing cylinder is not working properly, you may need to replace it.

3. You should adjust the storm door closing cylinder annually to ensure that the door closes properly.