H-11973 - Door closer Uline - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL H-11973 Uline

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TOOLS NEEDED

Tape Measure

Adjustable Wrench

Phillips Screwdriver

PunchPencil

Safety Glasses

Drill

7 and 1/4-20

Drill Bits (for metal)

3/16" Drill Bit (for wood)

9/32" and 3/8" Drill Bits (nut and bolt option)

1/8" Hex Wrench (included)

PARTS

Closer x 1

Pinion Cap x 1

Arm Assembly x 1

Main Arm Pinion Screw x 1 Parallel Arm Bracket x 1 1/4-14 x 1 ^1/2 "

Oval Flat Head Self-Drilling Screw x 8 (for wood/metal frames)

1/4-20 x 3/4" Oval Flat Head Machine Screw x 8 (for metal frames)

1/4-20 x 1/2" Round Head Machine Screw x 2 (for all frames)

1/4-14 x 1 1/4" Round Head Self-Drilling Screw x 2 (for wood/metal frames)

SAFETY

CAUTION! An incorrectly installed or improperly adjusted door closer can cause property damage or personal injury. These installation instructions should be followed to avoid the possibility of misapplication or improper adjustment.

• Doors should be hung on ball bearing or anti-friction hinges.
  • A separate doorstop is recommended.

• Always consult door/frame manufacturer for fastener compatibility.
• Door and frame must be properly reinforced.
- Adjust closing time speed between 3 and 7 seconds from 90^ to 0^ .
- These door closers should not be installed on exposed side (weather side) of exterior doors.

INSTALLATION

PULL SIDE MOUNTING

NOTE: Right-hand installation is shown.

1. Mark holes at indicated locations on door and frame. (See Figure 1)

OPENING DIMENSION A
To 100^ 7"
101^ - 120^ 6"
* 121^ - 180^ 3 12 "

*Door/wall/hardware/jamb conditions permitting.

Figure 1 A 6" 1¾" 7/8" 1¾" 3/4" 9½"

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

1. Mount closer to door using four 1/4-14 x 1½" oval flat head self-drilling screws or 1/4-20 x 3/4" oval flat head machine screws. (See Figure 2)

Figure 2 Closer Screw

NOTE: See "Tools Needed" on page 1 for proper installation hardware.

1. Remove dial from hold-open arm and install separate arms using four 1/4-14 x 1½" oval flat head self-drilling screws or 1/4-20 x 3/4" oval flat head machine screws. (See Figure 3)

Figure 3 Main Arm Pinion Screw Flat Dial Screw

CAUTION! Dial should face down for left- and right-hand installations.

NOTE: For left- and right-hand installations, position pinion with flat at point S.

1. Connect arms, preload spring and tighten set screw. (See Figure 4)

IMPORTANT! Rotating arm preloads closer spring power. Rotate elbow until hold-open arm is perpendicular to frame.

Figure 4 90° Set Screw

1. Set hold open, then replace dial. (See Figure 5)

NOTE: Keep door open in position until dial screw secures dial.

Figure 5

1. Installation is complete. Proceed to page 9 for closer adjustments and decorative cap installation.

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

TOP JAMB MOUNTING

NOTE: Right-hand installation is shown.

1. Mark holes at indicated locations on door and frame. (See Figure 6)

OPENING DIMENSION A
To 100^ 712''
101^ – 120^ 6''
* 121^ – 180^ 312''

*Door/wall/hardware/jamb conditions permitting.

Figure 6 9½" A 3/4" 1/2" Top of Door 1½" 1¾" 6"

1. Mount closer to door using four 1/4-14 x 1½" oval flat head self-drilling screws or oval flat head machine screws. (See Figure 7)

Figure 7 Closer Screw

NOTE: See "Tools Needed" on page 1 for proper installation hardware.

1. Remove dial from hold-open arm and install separate arms using two 1/4-20 x 3/4" oval flat head machine screws. (See Figure 8)

Figure 8 Oval Flat Head Machine Screw Dial Flat Main Arm Pinion Screw

CAUTION! Dial should face down for left- and right-hand installations.

NOTE: For left- and right-hand installations, position pinion with flat at point S.

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

1. Connect arms, preload spring and tighten set screw. (See Figure 9)

IMPORTANT! Rotating arm preloads closer spring power. Rotate elbow until hold-open arm is perpendicular to frame.

Figure 9 90° Set Screw

1. Set hold open, then replace dial. (See Figure 10)

NOTE: Keep door open in position until dial screw secures dial. (See Figure 10)

Figure 10 70-180°

1. Installation is complete. Proceed to page 9 for closer adjustments and decorative cap installation.

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

PARALLEL ARM MOUNTING

NOTE: Right-hand installation is shown.

1. Mark holes at indicated locations on door and frame. (See Figure 11)

OPENING DIMENSION A DIMENSION B
To 100°91⁄4"75⁄8"
101°-130°73⁄4"61⁄8"
*131°-180°53⁄4"41⁄8"

*Door/wall/hardware/jamb conditions permitting.

Figure 11 2¾" 3/8" 2" 7/16" 1/2" Top of Door Frame 3½" 3/4" 9½"

1. Close latch and sweep valves using included hex wrench. (See Figure 12)

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1. Remove dial from hold-open arm. (See Figure 13)

Figure 13 Dial

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

1. Install parallel arm bracket and mount closer using eight 1/4-14 x 1½" oval flat head self-drilling screws or 1/4-20 x 3/4" oval flat head machine screws. (See Figure 14)

NOTE: See "Tools Needed" on page 1 for proper installation hardware.

Figure 14 Screw Screw Closer Parallel Arm Bracket

1. Install hold-open arm to bracket using two 1/4-20 x 1/2" round head machine screws. (See Figure 15)

CAUTION! Dial should face down for left- and right-hand installations.

Figure 15 Round Head Machine Screw Parallel Arm Bracket Closer

1. Place main arm on closer spindle and rotate. (See Figure 16)

Figure 16 Closer Spindle Main Arm

1. Remove arm and attach as shown. (See Figure 17)

NOTE: For right-hand installation, position flat at point R. For left-hand installation, position flat at point L.

Figure 17 Left-hand Right-hand

1. Open latch and sweep valves using included hex wrench. (See Figure 18)

NOTE: Do not completely open valves. Valves will leak.

CAUTION! Arm under tension. Keep fingers away from moving parts.

Figure 18

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

1. Connect arms, preload spring and tighten set screw. (See Figure 19)

NOTE: Rotating arm preloads closer spring power. By hand, rotate arm eblow to be 1½" from door face.

Figure 19 1½" Set Screw

1. Set hold open, then replace dial. (See Figure 20)

NOTE: Keep door open in position until dial screw secures dial.

NOTE: For right-hand installation, turn clockwise to tighten. For left-hand installation, turn counterclockwise to tighten.

Figure 20 Dial Screw 70-180°

1. Installation is complete. Proceed to page 9 for closer adjustments and decorative cap installation.

INSTALLATION CONTINUED

CLOSER ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION! Use provided hex wrench to turn valves. Never force valves out of closer. Never completely close backcheck valve. (See Figure 21)

NOTE: Door must be open to adjust spring closing power. Refer to chart. Do not use a power drill. Warranty will be void. (See Figure 21)

Figure 21 Latch Sweep Spring Power Backcheck Slower - Faster + Slower - Faster + Stronger + Weaker

SPRING CLOSING POWER		NUMBER OF TURNS REQUIRED*(ships pre-loaded with 8 turns)
DOOR	TYPE OF INSTALLATION	Maximum Door Size
		34"	36"	40"	44"	48"
Interior	Regular Arm Top Jamb	2 4 6	10 12
	Parallel Arm	3	5	8	11	14
Exterior	Regular Arm Top Jamb	3	5	8	11	14
	Parallel Arm	5	8	11	16	19

*30 full (360°) turns maximum available.

PINION CAP INSTALLATION

NOTE: Do not over-tighten cap or cover screws. (See Figures 22-24)

Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Regular Arm

Top Jamb Mount Parallel Arm

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H-11973

NORTON ^MD – FERME-PORTE

À USAGE MOYENS AVEC RÉTENTION

1 800 295-5510

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