At 01:12 PM 9/24/2015, Neil N wrote: >Yes, it's no trouble pulling the panel but since the exact same issue >happened before, and was solved by removing and cleaning the actuator, I >was curious if >there's a given part in the actuator that typically wears causing >the actuator to bind internally. It would be nice to repair what I have >as opposed to spending more money! ;) I'm saying why even think about it until you know it's the actuator and not the lock cylinder that's at issue. If you can operate the lock using the knob, then the actuator is not at fault. What will trap the knob/key is the motor stopping prematurely, while the cam is still engaged. It's a worm gear, you're not going to push it backwards. Depending on why that might make all the locks except that one cycle endlessly, I think (not going to draw it out right now). Failing spring tension on the switch contacts might cause that; I"ve heard that Biro springs can be cut down to serve. Yrs, d |
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