Corbin Russwin DC8210 Series HD Parallel Arm A13 Option Installation Instructions_80-9380-8008-152

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Installation Instructions

DC8200 Series

Universal Door Closer with A13 Heavy Duty Non-Hold Open Parallel Arm for use with Auxilary Holders

DC8210 Series Multi-Sized from 1 through 6

IMPORTANT:

  • An improperly installed or incorrectly adjusted door closer may cause property damage and/or personal injury; and will void product warranty.
  • To avoid personal injury. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THIS DOOR CLOSER BODY.
  • Door closers must be securely fastened to a properly reinforced door and frame with fasteners provided.
  • An auxiliary door stop, BY OTHERS, is required for this installation.

BEFORE INSTALLING:

  • The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that doors having door closers have an opening force not to exceed 5 lbf.
    • The door closer's power size adjustment feature may require adjustment to its lowest setting to comply with ADA opening force
  • ADA compliant closer: DC8210.

Size of Door & Door Closer
Type of
Installation
Interior Exterior
In-swinging
Exterior Out-swinging Recommended
Closer size
**Max. Opening
Force (lbs/f)
Parallel
Arm
2'4" _ _ 1 8
2'6" _ _ 2 14
3'0" _ 2'6" 3 16
3'6" _ 3'0" 4 22
4'0" _ 3'6" 5 24
4'6" _ 4'0" 6 26

** These forces are for standard templating with bearing type hinges and do not account for pressure differentials and drafts.

This product can expose you to lead which is known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov.

Attention Installer: Improper installation may result in damage to the product and void the factory warranty.

For installation assistance contact Corbin Russwin 1-800-543-3658 • techsupport.corbinrusswin@assaabloy.com

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DC8210 with A13 Heavy Duty Non-Hold Open Parallel Arm

Corbin Russwin ASSA ABLOY

Installation Instructions

A. Mark door and Jamb (for QUIK-INSTALL® bracket and arm bracket)

Use template and dimensions charted.

Opening
Maximum
Α В С Application
90° 7-1/4
(184)
11
(279)
27
(686)
Non-A.D.A
180° 3-1/4
(83)
7
(178)
23
(584)
Ġ

NOTES:

  • Check hand of door (Refer to page 1)
  • Right hand application shown. Left hand opposite.
  • Dimensions given in inches (mm). Do not scale drawing.
  • Closer must be installed in a true horizontal plane to ensure proper closer performance.

For installation assistance contact Corbin Russwin 1-800-543-3658 • techsupport.corbinrusswin@assaabloy.com

DC8210 with A13 Heavy Duty Non-Hold Open Parallel Arm

Installation Instructions

B. Mount QUIK-INSTALL Bracket.

  • C. Mount Closer Body to QUIK-INSTALL Bracket. y Start the four (4) mounting screws into the four (4) closer mounting holes.
    • y Place the closer onto the QUIK-INSTALL bracket with the four (4) mounting screws inserted in the four (4) QUIK-INSTALL bracket slots.
    • y Tighten the four (4) mounting screws to fasten the closer body to the QUIK-INSTALL bracket.

D. Mount Arm to Door Frame.

E. Connect Arm to Closer.

Using 1/8 hex wrench provided, turn Closing Speed Valve clockwise to close the valve. Do Not Overtighten! ( Refer to page 4 for valve location.)

  • ‒ Open door to approximately 60°.
  • ‒ Using wrench on the underside of spindle, rotate spindle approximately 135° toward hinge edge of door.
  • ‒ Install arm on spindle at an approximate 90° angle to door.
  • ‒ Reopen the Closing Speed Valve.
  • ‒ Install and tighten 5/16 Hex Head Arm Washer and Screw Assembly.

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F. Adjust Closer

Spring Adjustment Power

Locate spring power adjuster from illustration below.

DC8200 Size 1 thru 6 Spring Power Adjustment Chart

  • All DC8200 closers are factory set at an approximate Size 3.
  • Adjust closer as needed for door size using this chart.
  • Readjustment may be required to suit prevailing conditions.

Size of Doo r Spring Power
Adjustment
Approx.
Equivalent
Interior Exterior
In Swing
Exterior
Out Swing
(No. of Full turns
Clockwise)
Closer Size
2' 4" (712) 2' 6" (764) _ 2-7 3
2' 6" (764) 3' 0" (915) _ 7 – 11 4
3' 0" (915) 3' 6" (1067) 2' 6" (764) 11 – 15 5
3'6" (1067) 4' 0" (1219) 3' 0" (915) 15 – 17 6

Closing Speed Valve (1/8" Allen Wrench Provided)

To adjust speed of door closing from fully open to a position 2" to 5" from closed, turn Closing Speed Valve CLOCKWISE to SLOW closing, COUNTERCLOCKWISE to SPEED closing.

Latching Speed Valve (1/8" Allen Wrench Provided)

After closing speed has been obtained, turn latching speed valve CLOCKWISE to SLOW latching or COUNTERCLOCKWISE to SPEED latching for last 2" to 5" of door travel.

NOTE: Set combination of CLOSING and LATCHING speeds to between 3 and 7 seconds. Use of door by handicapped, elderly, or small children may require even greater closing time.

Delayed Action Valve (1/8" Allen Wrench Provided)

Turn valve CLOCKWISE to SLOW closing, COUNTERCLOCKWISE to SPEED closing. Delayed action may be adjusted from 20 seconds to 90 seconds, depending on degree of door swing. Delay occurs at the beginning of the door closing cycle from fully open down to 70°, where the closing speed valve then begins its control.

Backcheck Intensity Valve

Turn valve COUNTERCLOCKWISE to reduce backcheck or CLOCKWISE to increase backcheck. (Backcheck should be set to give a soft cushioning action, not a sudden stop.)

Installing Cover

  • Slip cover over closer.
  • Hold tightly against QUIK-INSTALL Bracket surface.
  • Secure on each side with 6-32 x 1/4" PBHMS screws.

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