Norton 8000H Series Tri-Style Non-Handed Hold Open Door Closers 8100H 8300H 8500H 8301H 8501H Installation Instructions

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8000H

Non Handed Door Closer Regular Arm Top Jamb Mount Parallel Arm

With or without DA suffix (delayed action)

Hold Open Arm Models

Adjustable (Sizes 1-6) 8101H

ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions

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.

  • "DA" suffix (Delayed Action) is an optional feature.
  • 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°. Greater closing times may be required for elderly or handicapped.
  • 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.

Spring Closing Power Number of Turns
Required
Ä TYPE MAXIMUM DOOR SIZE
DOOR OF
INST. 		* 34"
(0.85M) 		36"
(0.90M) 		42"
(1.05M) 		48"
(1.20M)
8500 Regular Arm Top Jamb Parallel Arm 5 8 11 13
8300, 8 INTE Parallel Arm TUR 7 10 13 16
0, 83 EXTERIOR Parallel Arm H Regular Arm Top Jamb Top Jamb Top Jamb Top Jamb Top Jamb 7 10 13 16
8100, Parallel Arm 9 12 15 18
*20 *20 FULL (360°) TURNS MAX. AVAILABLE = 10 TURNS AS SHIPPED

Pinion Cap and Cover

Do not over tighten cap or cover screws.

Architectural ("A") covers cannot be used on parallel mounted closers with doors swinging over 120°.

8000H Regular Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)

1. Prepare door and frame.

Opening Dimension "A"
To 100° 7-1/2
(191)
101° to 130° 6
(152)
131° to *180° 4-1/2
(114)

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.

You've installed the 8000H Hold Open Closer - Regular Arm.

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

8000H Top Jamb Mount Installation (Right Hand Shown)

1. Prepare door and frame.

Opening Dimension "A"
To 100° 7-1/2
(191)
101° to 130° 6
(152)
131° to *180° 4-1/2
(114)

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 and tighten set screw.

5. Set Hold Open.

tighten.

Keep door open in position until dial screw secures dial.

to tighten.

You've now installed the 8000H Hold Open Closer - Top Jamb Mount.

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

8000H Parallel Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)

1. Prepare door and frame.

Door
Opening 		A ВФ
To 120° 9-1/2
(241) 		3-3/4
(95)
*121° to 180° 7
(178) 		1-1/4
(32)

* 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.

8000H Parallel Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown) continued

7. Remove arm and attach as shown.

8. Open latch and sweep valves.

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

You've now installed the 8000H Hold Open Closer - Parallel Arm.

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

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