On Mon, 19 Jan 2004 20:47:05 +0000, The Natural Philosopher wrote:

pressing teh door aginst its seal to take pressure off.

This would be my first try push/pull lift/lower the door, your
shoulder or the handle will be enough) whilst trying to operate the
lock. It doesn't take much friction at all to stop the bolt sliding
back.

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