Step-by-Step Instructions

1 Know Your American-Style Key Cylinder

• The cylinder height is typically either 1 inch or 1 inch and 1/16 inch.
• The pins sit on top of the cylinder and run vertically.
• The tailpiece can rotate 180°, giving you two horizontal positions and one vertical position.

2 Match the Tailpiece to the Hole Orientation

• If the hole in the lock is horizontal, the tailpiece has two horizontal orientations — there is only a 50% chance of inserting it correctly on the first try.
• If you rotate the tailpiece to the vertical orientation first, there is only one correct vertical alignment — giving you a 100% chance of sliding it in correctly before rotating as needed.
• If the hole is diagonal, rotate the tailpiece to match the diagonal angle of the hole, then slide the cylinder into place.

3 Install the Interior Half of the Handle Set

• Hold the interior portion so the tailpiece lines up with the cylinder hole in the door.
• Slide the assembly into the door until it seats.
• Insert the installation screws — you may need to wiggle the handle slightly until the screw holes align.
• Once the screws engage, they will hold the interior half in place while you install the exterior.

4 Install the Exterior Half and Finish

• Orient the exterior handle's tailpiece the same way as the interior — matching the hole angle (e.g., diagonal to match a diagonal hole).
• Slide the exterior half in until it sits flush with the door face.
• Drive the through-screw from the exterior into the interior to secure both halves.

5 Final Check

• Operate the handle and key to confirm smooth function and proper alignment.