I have a 1995 Pella full glass exterior door and it requires a new latching mechanism. The people at Pella called it a gear box because when you rotate the door handle the mechanism moves one rod up and one rod down to latch the door at top and bottom as well as activating a traditional door latch. The sliding rods work fine it is the latch/gear box assembly that does not work properly. The part I am looking for slides into the edge of the door and is shown in picture 286 and 287.
1995 Pella glass entry door - broken lock mechanism
Quick Learner from Michigan
Jul 20, 2023 9:18 pm
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Lauren from SWISCO
Jul 21, 2023 9:58 am
Hello, thank you for posting,
Unfortunately we are not able to provide a suitable replacement for this style of multi-point locking system. I apologize that we cannot assist with your repair. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
Quick Learner from Michigan
Jul 21, 2023 11:16 am
Thank you for your quick response.
Professional from Boston, MA
Aug 15, 2024 9:46 am
Your best bet is a Pella authorized dealer [lumber yard], I am replacing a 2003 gear box, about a $100 with shipping. NB both yours and mine is the "old Style" the new style has no notch at the top. You will need to have your carpenter dado out the door to receive the newer model.