Newer door models have tracks and frames that come prefabricated for easier installation.
Sliding door installation backwards.
Lift it straight up out of the running track and pull the door backwards out of the frame.
However if you cannot reverse the backwards sliding door you may have to use several different techniques to secure it like installing a pin or a screw in the overhead track and a foot lock.
Whether the sliding panel is backwards or on the wrong track a savvy burglar may be able to force the door upward and remove it possibly making illegal entry quite uncomplicated.
If you re not comfortable lifting that much on your own ask a friend to help you with the door removal and installation process.
Each section of the door can weigh about 100 pounds 45 kg.
We can help you identify the right sliding door hardware bypass sliding door track and style options for your space.
The doors are heavy so should be removed one at a time.
The best way to secure a backwards sliding door is to have it reversed or replaced and then properly secured.