Remove Lever Door Handle Without Allen Wrench

Removing a baldwin door lever involves loosening this screw so the lever can be slipped out of place.

Remove lever door handle without allen wrench.

The baldwin door lever itself is held in place by a small screw on the side of the lever. This type is usually found on round doorknob hardware sets. Apply a bit of pressure to the paper clip to trigger a release button inside the hardware. Step 1 determine whether you will need an allen wrench or a screwdriver based on the style of set screw which you will find on the bottom of the door lever.

Straighten a paper clip and insert it into the hole. To depress the detent insert a small flat blade screwdriver through the slot to press and release the detent while twisting and removing the. Look for pin holes in the rose or in the lever body itself. Apply a bit of pressure to the paper clip to trigger a release button inside the hardware.

If any screws are exposed during this process remove them to release the lock and remove it from the door. A loose lever requires some readjustment to properly fit into the rod assembly. Remove the screw and slip the lever handle off the rod. This type is found commonly on lever style door handles.

Step 1 unscrew the door lever handle. Once triggered the lever or lock trim can be removed from the door. Step 1 open the door containing the baldwin door lever. In order to get at the screws that hold the handle to the door you need to expose them by removing the plate that surrounds the lever handle also known as a rose.

Straighten a paper clip and insert it into the hole. Use a philips head screwdriver to unscrew them. Once triggered the lever or lock trim can be removed from the door.