Lathem LX100 - Manual (Page 27)

LX100 User’s Guide
Page 27
Latch Installation
Use enclosed “Strike Plate Cutting Template” to cut and
install latch in door as indicated below.
1. Insert latch into 1 1/8” latch hole in “width” of door. Latch
is expandable, depending on the size of your door hole,
to 2 ¾”. To expand latch, hold front of latch with one
hand and pull on center axle hub.
2. Trace around the perimeter of the latch faceplate to
create your chisel border. Remove latch in order to
chisel.
3. Chisel out wood as indicated on template (1/8”) until
faceplate fits flat with door edge.
Important: Be sure to install the latch to match your lock
(Right or Left hand).
4. Make sure that latch slope faces the same direction the
door closes.
5. Fasten latch to door with 2 small latch screws.