Installation Instructions for 1431 Series Door Closers w OT-OTB-HT-HTB Arms
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View PDFSARGENT ° 1431 (OT or HT) B PULL SIDE TRACK APPLICATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: FAILURE TO INSTALL OR ADJUST PROPERLY MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE. FOR ASSISTANCE, CALL SARGENT AT 1-800-727-5477
Pre-drill - 3/32" holes for self tapping screws or #16 drill for #12-24 tap for machine screws
With provided fastener, secure closer body to door with power adjustment away from hinge FRAME DOOR STOP Power Adjustment DRILL 1/4" DIA. HOLE FOR MORTISE NUT BODY FOR MORTISE NUT BODY DRILL 1/4" DIA. HOLE FOR MOUNTING SCREWS DOOR
Use optional mortise nuts when through-bolting
Accessories information
FINAL ADJUSTMENT AND REGULATING PROCEDURES
Regulate door speed, latching speed and backcheck. Recommended closing time greater than 6 seconds. If backcheck is required, adjust for slight cushioning effect. *Auxiliary door stop required. Use 1/8" hex wrench and adjust valves as needed.
*If adjustments are ineffective, check indexing as shown in step 3 and check templating
Adjust power to minimum required to reliably close and latch door
| NUMBER OF TURNS OF SPRING POWER ADJUSTING NUT | |
|
DOOR WIDTH
(INCHES) |
ADJUSTMENTS |
| 24-30 | Turn nut 1-3 🔍 |
| 30-36 | Factory Set |
| 36-42 | Turn nut 1-3 |
| 42-48 | 4-6 |
Adjusting door to close due to high draft conditions may exceed ADA standards. Consult local ordinances when fire doors are involved.
Adjustments for "B" and "H" option
"B" option
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Bumper assists backcheck in cushioning the opening for door. It is not intended to replace an auxiliary door stop.
To change bumper stop location: Remove mounting screw and relocate bumper stop at desired position
"H" option
The holder device is set for door holding position at the factory. Tension is set at the lightest setting.
To increase holding tension: Remove tensioner mounting screw and move tension adjuster toward holder slide by using either of the two hole locations To change hold open position: Remove holder and tensioner mounting screw, slide holder & tensioner to desired
position and reinstall screws
ARGENT" A7193E
3
A7188 B
RIGHT HAND DOOR SHOWN, LEFT HAND OPPOSITE.