Automatic Door Closer Adjustments

Counter clock wise turns increase speed force of the door clockwise.

Automatic door closer adjustments.

Start with no more than 1 8 of a turn. You can adjust a door closer using only a ladder and the appropriate tool screwdriver hex key or small wrench by making small turns less than 1 4 turn of one of the adjustment screws. Norton s dynamic portfolio of mechanical door closers and electronic door operators will allow your building to be outfitted with code compliant solutions tailored to your occupant s needs. If it closes right the first time check it 10 more times.

Norton door controls continuously develops cutting edge door control solutions for swing door applications. A door closer has more adjustment possibilities than you might expect and getting a door to close just right may take several trips up and down a ladder. Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to slow the closer down counter clockwise to speed it up. There typically are two screws on the automatic door that allow for the change in speed.

It is used to adjust the spring strength force to close the door. Clockwise gives the closer more closing power which also makes the door harder to open and turning the screw counter clockwise will give the door less closing strength and makes the door easier to open. These screws will control the door s closing speed delay and latching speed. If you can t see adjustment screws chances are the closer has a cover.

Open the door and watch it close. Most door closer brackets have slotted holes so you are able to slide them left to right to make adjustments without completely removing the screws. It s common to try to solve door closing problems by simply adjusting the spring tension but tightening this tension can make the door hard to open and loosening it can make the door. Adjusting the speed of automatic door closers is simple task.

Here are a few things that you can do to adjust the speed without having to actually take anything apart. Usually the cover is plastic but it could also be metal. Spring adjustment is located on the end of the spring tube 5 32 allen wrench. Bring a step ladder tall enough so that you can easily reach the door closer from the second or third highest step.

Remember when it comes to turning commercial door closer adjustment screws a little goes a long way.