6 Steps To Remove & Replace A Weslock
Doors are the safest option to avoid any break-ins or burglary. There is no house without a door, but the burglars these days have robbing equipment that are capable of breaking-in without any hassle. So, several door locks have top-security systems for better safety, and it is mandatory too. One such lock is Weslock.
A type of lock that has great strength and durability and is one of the safest locks available. You can get the doorknobs at any professional locksmith and then install them in your house without any hassle.
But,
How to remove and replace such locks?
Step 1: Remove The Side Plate:
To remove the entire lock, you must begin by removing the side plate of the lock so that it comes out without getting jammed. There are two Phillips screws which you need to unscrew. Below it, you may find one more plate, which is fixed permanently. Do not remove that plate, instead remove the upper one.
Step 2: Where Are The Screws?
Now, the hidden search begins. You may wonder to unscrew the screws on the doorknob to remove the lock. But, can you find it?
Well, here's a pro tip: There are no screws on the doorknob. So, let's jump off to the next step!
Step 3: Reveal The Hidden Screws:
So, after a lot of research, you may find a small slit on the faceplate at the side of the knob (either right or left side). You can easily loosen the faceplate to remove the screws. For it, you need to hold the faceplate with full grip and turn it in a clockwise motion to access the screws and unscrew them.
Step 4: The Recessed Released Mechanism:
Once you unscrew the screws from the faceplate, you need to find one more element in the Weslock. A recessed button is to be depressed in order to pull out the knob easily. Once you find the recessed released mechanism, you can unveil those two screws without any hassle.
Step 5: Remove The Cake:
Once you remove the screws, you can see the cake, where the knobs are attached. Using a screwdriver, unscrew all of them and you are good to go. Let's get to the final step.
Step 6: Remove The Other Knob:
Once you follow all the five steps mentioned above, the lock comes out freely and you succeed in removing the lock without any hassle and can install a new one by repeating the same steps.
Wrapping Up:
So, we hope our readers understand the steps for removing and replacing a Weslock. But, if still an issue occurs, hiring a professional locksmith is always an option.
