Norton Rixson 1600 Series Door Closeer, 1600H, Tri-Style Hold Open Installation Instructions_80-9316-3532-020

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1600H Series Non-Handed Door Closer

Arm Models 1601H, 1603BC-H, and 1604BC-H

Installation Instructions

Hold Open arm models, adjustable size 1-6 (model 1601H &) and size 3 & 4 (models 1603BC-H and 1604BC-H).

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NOTE: Legacy FHO arm has installation orientation. Refer to document number 80-9300-0003-000 for details.

1600H Series Non-Handed Door Closer

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.

  • 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°.
  • These door closers should NOT be installed on exposed side (weather side) of exterior doors.
  • Dimensions are given in inches (millimeters).

Supplied Hardware

Mounting Hardware Door or Frame Drill
Closer, Holder Shoe, Holder, PA Bracket: 1/4-14 x 1-1/2 Oval Flat Head Self Drilling. Screw Wood/Metal 3/16" (4.8mm) for wood
Closer, Holder Shoe, Holder, PA Bracket: 1/4-20 x 3/4 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw Metal Drill #7 (.201 dia. or 5.1mm)
Tap 1/4-20
H/O Shoe to Holder, PA Bracket: 1/4-20 x 1/2 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw All N/A
Closer:
Sleeve Nut and Bolt (SNB) (optional)
Hollow Metal 9/32" (7.0mm) thru
3/8" (9.5mm) door face opposite to closer
with 1/4-20 x 3/4 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw (recommended) Aluminum or Wood 3/8" (9.5mm) thru
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3/8" (9.5mm) dia. x 3/8" (9.5mm) 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 the chart.

Spring Closing Power Number of Turns Required
5 T Maximum Door Size
Doc Type of Installation * 34"
(0.85M)
36"
(0.90M)
40"
(1.00M)
44"
(1.10M)
48"
(1.20M)
1601 Interior Regular Arm
Top Jamb
Full 360° Turns 2 4 6 10 12
Parallel Arm 3 5 8 11 14
Exterior Regular Arm
Top Jamb
3 5 8 11 14
Parallel Arm 5 8 11 16 19
*30 *30 Full (360°) turns maximum available = turns as shipped ipped

Pinion Cap or Cover

Do not over tighten cap or cover screws.

1600H Regular Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)

1. Prepare door and frame.

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

5. Set Hold Open.

Keep door open in position until dial screw secures dial.

The 1600H Hold Open Closer - Regular Arm has now been installed.

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

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1600H Series Non-Handed Door Closer

1600H Top Jamb Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)

to 100° 7-1/2 (191)
101° to 120° 6 (152)
*121° to 180° 3-1/2 (89)
*Door/Wall/Hardware/Jamb conditions permitting

A longer connecting rod is required for reveals greater than 3" (76mm) Reveal

2. Mount closer to frame.

3. Remove dial from Hold Open arm and install separate arms.

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

5. Set Hold Open.

Keep door open in position until dial screw secures dial.

The 1600H Hold Open Closer - Top Jamb Mount has now been installed.

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

1600H Parallel Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)

1. Prepare door and frame.

Door
Opening
Dimension
"A"
Dimension
"B"
Dimension
"C"
to 100° 9-1/4 (235) 7-5/8 (194) 8-5/8 (219)
101° to 130° 7-3/4 (197) 6-1/8 (156) 7-1/8 (181)
*131° to 180° 5-3/4 (146) 4-1/8 (105) 5-1/8 (130)
*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.

1600H Parallel Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown) cont.

7. Remove arm and attach as shown.

8. Open latch and sweep valves.

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

10. Set Hold Open.

The 1600H Hold Open Closer - Parallel Arm Mount has now been installed.

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

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