26298
actual
size
Kwikset
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A
B
Levers
P
H
Q
Parts in the box
Latch
Strike
Keys Spindle
Exterior
Assembly
Fasteners
SmartKey™
Tool
Interior
Assembly
C
L
K
G
F
E
D
J2
J1
N
Allen Wrench
M
26298
68221
54824-001
Rev 01
Installation and User Guide
If drilling a new door, use the supplied template and the complete
door drilling instructions available at www.kwikset.com/doorprep.
backset
*If you are installing this lever below
an existing lock or you plan to install a
lock above this lever, make sure that the
(165 mm).
60 or 70 mm
See
note
below*
35 – 44 mm
the door edge is 1" (25 mm).
and 44 mm) thick.
A B C D
1"
25 mm
ENGLISH
54 mm
Required tools
Ruler
Hammer
Wood block
Phillips head screwdriver
Additional Tools (depending on application)
N P
Install the latch and strike
P (2x)
C
A
slant of latch
bolt faces
door frame
slant of latch
bolt faces
door frame
A
B
C D
Are the latch holes centered in the door hole?
Is the door edge chiseled?
Install strike on the door frame.
Hold the latch in front of the door hole, with the
YES NO
No adjustment is required.
Proceed to next step.
Move the pin to
extend the latch.
door frame
YES NO
A
A
B
N (2x)
or
or
chiseled not
chiseled
Install latch in door with
supplied screws.
lift tabs on collar of rectangular
face to remove it from latch.
Install drive-in collar.
Align tabs with
holes in collar.
B
Ensure collar
snaps into place.
Pull collar to test
A
Install latch in door
with wood block
and hammer.
Flathead screwdriver
1 / 4
1
Prepare the door and check dimensions
2