Sliding Door Adjustment Screws

To check the adjustment stand back and look at the door from the outside.
Sliding door adjustment screws. All it takes is a few turns of the adjusting screw on the edge of the bottom rail of the door. Turn the tension screws to raise and lower the door. Locate the first screw on the sliding screen door wheel assembly. Take a peek inside the slots at the screws to see whether you need a flat head or phillips head screwdriver.
The sliding screen door lowers which makes it possible for you to remove the sliding screen door. The screws usually aren t difficult to rotate but you could lubricate them with a penetrating oil if they appear rusty. Rotate the screws clockwise to raise the door or counterclockwise to lower it. Sliding doors slide best when a uniform gap is maintained along the edges and bottom of the door.
There should be a uniform gap along the bottom and top edges of the door. If the side with the adjusting screw is too high causing it to bind at the top turn the screw counterclockwise. You may only need to adjust one of the screws to get your door back on track or you might have to tinker with both sets. Let them soak for up to 15 minutes tap them with a hammer and then try again.
Turning the screw counterclockwise raises the wheels on the sliding screen door.