How to: Modify Adjustable Strike Plate
Changing weather and temperatures can warp doors and cause your smart lock to get out of alignment. If your smart lock is out of alignment, it may not be able to lock properly. If you have an adjustable strike plate, you can adjust the alignment when the weather changes to resolve the problem. To make adjustments to the adjustable strike plate, you will need a phillips head screwdriver. Go to your smart lock and open the door to access the adjustable strike plate Loosen the two screws so that you can move the strike plate. Adjust the bottom plate right or left to adjust the alignment When you have the strike plate where you want it, tighten the screws with the phillips screwdriver Test the strike plate position by closing the door and pressing the lock button on your smart lock. If it is able to lock smoothly, then the adjustment was successful. If the lock catches, you will need to open the door and remove the screws in the strike plate to make further adjustments