If your Andersen® gliding patio door's insect screen is getting stuck or experiencing other operational issues, its rollers may need to be inspected and adjusted. Periodic roller adjustments can help your gliding insect screen stay in good condition for years to come.

How to Adjust Rollers on Andersen® Gliding Insect Screens

Oftentimes, operational issues are caused by dirt or debris in the insect screen track. Before inspecting the rollers, clean the gliding insect screen track to see if the operation improves. For instructions on keeping your gliding patio door insect screen clean and in good condition, see Clean and Care for Gliding Insect Screens on Andersen® Patio Doors.

If cleaning does not resolve your operation issues, follow the steps below to inspect the insect screen's rollers for damage or any needed adjustments.

When to Use This Article

We recommend following the instructions in this article to inspect and adjust your gliding insect screens at least once a year. If you live in a coastal, industrial, or agricultural area with higher levels of airborne particles, like dirt, dust, smoke, and salt spray, we recommend following these instructions at least every three (3) months.

This Article Will Help You

• Inspect your gliding patio door's insect screen rollers to determine if adjustment is needed.
• Adjust your gliding patio door's insect screen rollers.

Safety Warnings

Tools and Supplies Needed

• Safety glasses
• Phillips head screwdriver
• Flat head screwdriver

Let's Get Started

Inspect Rollers for Damage or Adjustment Needs

1. Remove the insect screen panel. To do so, reverse the steps found in the Gliding Insect Screen Accessory Guide (0001666).
2. Inspect the rollers. If your rollers are undamaged, your insect screen may need adjustment.

Gliding Patio Door Insect Screen Rollers Adjustments

To adjust your rollers, you can follow these written instructions, or the instructions in the Andersen® YouTube® video below on replacing and adjusting rollers.

1. Locate the adjustment screw on the insect screen panel. The location varies depending on the vintage (manufacturing date) of the gliding patio door insect screen:
   • 1982 - 1991: located on the front of the insect screen panel.
   • 1991 - Present: located on the side of the insect screen frame, towards the bottom. See the image below.

Gliding Patio Door Insect Screen Adjustment Screw

2. Depending on where your insect screen is getting stuck, you will need to either lower or raise the screen.
   • If the insect screen is getting stuck at the top of the frame, lower the insect screen by turning the adjustment screw counterclockwise.
   • If the insect screen is getting stuck in the bottom track, raise the insect screen by turning the adjustment screw clockwise.

Replacing and Adjusting Rollers on Gliding Patio Door Insect Screens

Need Part(s)?

If your gliding insect screen rollers are damaged, you will need to replace them. Replacement gliding insect screen rollers  can be purchased online from the Andersen® Parts Store or by contacting Andersen® Windows and Doors.

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