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I tried forcing the cam round by getting a flat edge down the side of the barrel, but it still didn't move. Also tried the lifting...

Yes, that seems to be working correctly as it should.

Yes, I've tried a spare key on the other side of the lock and it goes in but won't turn (in fact it looks like it's not going in as far...

Yes, the key's in the cylinder lock (in fact it's jammed in and won't come out) and will only turn through an angle of 60 degrees - see...

Unfortunately not. The key will only move between the 11 o'clock and roughly 12 o'clock (actually more like 1 o' clock) position, so a...

That's right - I can't lock the door. Removing the retaining screw means the cylinder becomes loose, but the cam inside is in the wrong...

Ok, I see what you mean. I've just tried pushing the handle up and turning the key with the door closed, as well as with the door open...

Thanks, I'll post a photo later - I'm not sure how the hinges are related to the locking system though? Also the locking system seems...

Thanks, I'd wondered that too so I tested it. It behaves as it did when it was in the door, i.e. a bit sticky one side and doesn't work...

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Hi I have a uPVC kitchen door which opens onto a conservatory. It has a Euro cylinder lock which has recently become difficult to turn...