Norton Rixson 8000 Series Door Closer, S8101, S8301, S8501, Regular Arm, Non-Hold Open Installation Instructions_80-9380-2217-020

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8000 Series Door Closer

Non Hold Open Regular Arm Profile Installation Instructions

ASSA ABLOY

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.

An incorrectly installed or impradjusted door closer can cause An incorrectly installed or improperly property damage or personal injury. Ę These instructions should be followed to avoid the possibility of misapplication or misadjustment.

S8101/S8301/S8501 Series

Adjustable Power Size 1-6

NOTES:

  • 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.
  • "DA" Suffix Delayed Action closing is an optional feature.

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

The closing force for series S8101, S8301, and S8501 door closers is adjustable from a size 1 to a size 6, as outlined in ANSI Standard A156.4. When these series of door closers are installed and adjusted to conform to ADA reduced opening force requirements (5 lbs max.) for interior doors, they may not have adequate closing force to reliably close and latch the door. Power adjustments charted on page 4 are recommended where possible, to ensure proper door control.

NOTES:

  • 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.
  • "DA" suffix (Delayed Action) is an optional feature.
  • Doors should be hung on ball bearing or anti-friction hinges.
  • A separate door stop is recommended.
  • Door and frame must be properly reinforced.
  • Always adjust spring power before adjusting control valves.
  • 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 the exposed side (weather side) of exterior doors.

8000 Series Non Hold Open Door Closer - Regular Arm

Tools Required

Standard with 8500A Series

Drill 9/32" thru from Closer Side 3/8" drill other side

Thru Bolt & Grommet Nut

#7 Drill 1/4-20 Tap Drill 9/32" thru from Closer Side 3/8" drill other side

Mark and Drill Holes

Pack

This template for use with standard butt hinges or 3/4 offset pivots. For all other hardware, consult factory for template.

Standard with 8500 Series

  • y Do Not Scale Drawing.
  • y Right hand door shown, left hand opposite.
  • y Dimensions are in inches (mm).
  • y Hallow metal door requires channel or box type reinforcement when through bolt mount is specified.
  • y Sex bolts required for wood or plastic faced fire door mounting.
  • y Minimum thickness recommended for reinforcements in hallow metal doors and frames: .0146" (2.66mm) unless otherwise specified.

* Door/Frame/Hardware/Wall Conditions permitting

8000 Series Non Hold Open Door Closer - Regular Arm

Adjustments

(Use 5/16" socket or adjustable wrench for Adjustment)

Spring Power Adjust (Use 5/16" socket or
adjustable wrench for 		Adjustment Chart
Regular Arm
S8101/S8301/S8501 		Number of Turns Required
* MAXIMUM DOOR SIZE
DOOR 32"
(81cm) 		36"
(91cm) 		42"
(107cm) 		48"
(122cm)
INTERIOR Full 360° turns of 5/16
Power Adjustment
Wrench 		5 8 11 13
EXTERIOR 7 10 13 16

*Twenty (20) 360° Turns Maximum Available

Closer is shipped set at mid range setting = 10 turns

By law the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may require that door closer installation comply with accessibility guidelines.

The closing force for series S8101, S8301 & S8501 door closers is adjustable from a size 1 to a size 6, as outlined in ANSI Standard A156.4. When these series of door closers are installed and adjusted to conform to ADA reduced opening force requirements (5 lbs max.) for interior doors, they may not have adequate closing force to reliably close and latch the door. Power adjustments charted on this page are recommended where possible, to ensure proper door control.

Adjust Closing Speed Time to between 3 to 7 seconds from 90°. Use of the door by handicapped, elderly or small children may require greater closing time.

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