How to Reinstall a Fallen Door Handle?
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First, unscrew the three screws on the side of the door. The top and bottom screws secure the lock body, while the middle one is primarily for handle positioning. Then, remove the two screws on the inner side of the door. While doing this, support the outer door handle with your hand to prevent it from falling and getting damaged. Next, detach the outer door handle and its cover plate. Be careful not to lose the cover plate screws. Install the inner handle and rotate it to align with the screw holes on the outer side, then tighten with a screwdriver. Additional reference materials are as follows: Notes: Whether it's the inner or outer door handle, if it falls off, the entire door lock needs to be disassembled and reinstalled. First, unscrew the three screws on the side of the door—the top and bottom screws secure the lock body, while the middle one is mainly for handle positioning. Then, remove the two screws on the inner side of the door, supporting the outer handle to prevent damage. After reinstalling all parts, test the handle several times by hand to ensure it operates normally, securely, and smoothly. If it doesn't function properly, check if it's installed correctly or consider replacing the lock body.