Norton 1600 Series Door Closer 1600H Tri-Style Hold Open Installation Instructions

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Non Handed Door Closer Regular Arm Top Jamb Mount Parallel Arm

1600H Hold Open Arm Models

WARNING

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.

Ce produit peut vous exposer au plomb qui, dans l'état de la Californie, est reconnu pour causer le cancer, des anomalies congénitales ou d'autres problèmes de reproduction. Pour plus d'informations, visitez: www.P65warnings.ca.gov.

Before You Begin

ATTENTION:

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 misadjustment.

  • For special applications, a separate door and frame preparation template is packed with these instructions. Use this instruction sheet for installation sequence and closer adjustments only.
  • Doors should be hung on ball bearing or anti-friction hinges.
  • A separate door stop 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.
  • Dimensions are given in inches (millimeters).

Mounting Hardware Door or Frame Drill
Closer, H/O Shoe or Optional PA Bracket:
1/4-14 x 1-1/2 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw
Wood 3/16" (4.76mm)
Closer, H/O Shoe or Optional PA Bracket:
1/4-20 x 3/4 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw
Drill #7 (.201 dia. or 5.10mm)
H/O Shoe to Optional PA Bracket:
1/4-20 x 1/2 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw
Metal Tap 1/4-20
Closer:
Sleeve Nut and Bolt (SNB)
Hollow Metal 9/32" (7.00mm) thru
3/8" (9.50mm) door face opposite to closer
(optional) Aluminum or Wood 3/8" (9.50mm) thru
Closer:
Thru Bolt and Grommet Nut (TBGN)
(optional)
All 9/32" (7.00mm) thru
3/8" (9.50mm) dia. x 3/8" (9.500mm) deep,
door face opposite to closer

Closer Adjustments

Use provided hex wrench to turn valves. NEVER force valves out of closer. NEVER completely close backcheck valve.

Door must be open to adjust spring closing power. Refer to chart. Do not use a power drill. Warranty will be void.

>p ring Closing Power Numi per of iurns Requ uirea
Œ TYPE MAXIMUM DOOR SIZE
DOOR OF
INST.
* 34"
(0.85M)
36"
(0.90M)
40"
(1.00M)
44"
(1.10M)
48"
(1.20M)
1601 INTERIOR Regular Arm
Top Jamb
° TURNS 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 = 8 TURNS AS SHIPPED

Pinion Cap or Cover

Do not over tighten cap or cover screws.

1600H Regular Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)

1. Prepare door and frame.

Opening Dimension "A"
To 100° 7
(178)
101° to 120° 6
(152)
*121° to 180° 3-1/2
(89)

* Door/Wall/Hardware/Jamb conditions permitting

2. Mount closer to door. 3a. Remove dial from Hold Open arm.

3b. Install separate arms.

4. Connect arms, preload spring and tighten set screw.

5. Set Hold Open.

You've installed the 1600H Hold Open Closer - Regular Arm.

Go to page 2 for closer adjustments and decorative cap or cover installation.

perpendicular to frame.

1600H Top Jamb Mount Installation (Right Hand Shown)

1. Prepare door and frame.

Opening Dimension "A"
To 100° 7-1/2
(191)
101° to 120° 6
(152)
*121° to 180° 3-1/2
(89)

* Door/Wall/Hardware/Jamb conditions permitting

A longer connecting rod is required for reveals greater than 3" (76)

2. Mount closer to frame.

3a. Remove dial from Hold Open arm.

3b. Install separate arms.

4. Connect arms, preload spring 5. Set Hold Open. and tighten set screw.

tighten.

Keep door open in position until dial screw secures dial.

to tighten.

You've now installed the 1600H Hold Open Closer - Top Jamb Mount.

Go to page 2 for closer adjustments and decorative cap or cover installation.

1600H Parallel Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)

1. Prepare door and frame.

Door
Opening
A B- - Сф
To 100° 9-1/4 7-5/8 8-5/8
(235) (194) (219)
101° to 130° 7-3/4 6-1/8 7-1/8
(197) (156) (181)
*131° to 180° 5-3/4 (146) 4-1/8
(105)
5-1/8 (130)

* Door/Wall/Hardware/Jamb conditions permitting

2. Close latch and sweep valves.

3. Remove dial from Hold Open arm.

4. Install soffit plate and mount closer.

5. Install Hold Open arm to plate.

6. Place main arm on closer spindle and rotate.

1600H Parallel Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown) continued

7. Remove arm and attach as shown.

8. Open latch and sweep valves.

Keep door open in position

10. Set Hold Open.

You've now installed the 1600H Hold Open Closer - Parallel Arm.

Go to page 2 for closer adjustments and decorative cap or cover installation.

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