Help with my handle set

Question

I have installed the 82-086 handle set and am having a problem. If I tighten the mounting screws tight the mechanism is very hard to operate and the keyed side is unusable. If I back the screws off a bit I can get it to work ok but the handle is now a bit lose. Is there something I can do? will it get better with use? What do you suggest. I had to drill holes thrugh the door to mount the handle as the holes inthe handle did not match the holes in the door. Any suggestions.

Ed

Dave Sr. · Accepted Answer

It sounds to me like you need to cut a little more off of the key cylinder tail. You don't want to cut off too much, so try trimming just a little and trying the key out each time.