SARGENT 1431 Series Aluminum Closer - Manual (Page 7)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLING TOP JAMb
Closer mounted on frame above stop side of door
• Install main arm on the closer with index mark on spindle aligned with the number on the arm
Note: Left Hand Doors – align index mark with the #3 on the main arm (as shown)
Right hand Door – align index mark with the #1 on the main arm (as shown)
• This requires the spindle to be rotated
• Rotate the spindle on the top of the closer to align index mark and the required number on the arm
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• Opening the door slightly, slide rod into swivel arm and then
close the door
• With the door closed, position the main arm so it is at 90º to
the door surface
• Tighten the arm screw securely
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• Adjust door speed and latching speed valves to achieve the desired closing time. Recommend 6 seconds minimum
for 90º to the closed position
• If backcheck is required, adjust valve to achieve a slight cushioning effect. Auxiliary stop required.
• If closer is equipped with delayed action, regulate valve to achieve the desired delay
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FINAL ADJUSTMENT AND REGULATING PROCEDURE
Adjust closing power to the minimum required
to reliably close and latch door
• If door is hard to open, decrease power slightly
• If door does not latch, increase power as required
• Use the chart (on the left) as a starting point
• Doors adjusted with high closing power to
overcome strong draft conditions may exceed
ADA standards