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What is a 62A shoe used for?
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The 62A shoe is used when it is necessary to install the door closer (lower) down on the door so that it will operate under accessories such as overhead stops, coordinators, etc.:
What would cause a Senior Swing to open too far?
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The Senior Swing operator is designed to power open the door to 90°. The built in dead stop (in the gearbox) prevents it from opening any further. If the Senior Swing operator is opening to far (pa...:
Is the 3130 Series closer Fire Rated?
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The 3130 Series closer is UL listed- Fire Rated (UL-10C) for up to 3 Hr. The Door and Frame Manufacturer needs to be contacted to verify their Door/Frame rating would not be ...:
What is a Cam Lift Hinge?
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Cam Lift Hinges are specially designed hinges used mainly on acoustical door assemblies. The Cam Lift Hinge lifts the door during its travel and seats the door bottom for a pos...:
Does the old style 4030 have the same templating as the new style 4031?
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The old 4030 series was: Handed Mounted regular arm hinge side. Had sized springs, were not adjustable. The 4033 is an obsolete closer. If required, handing can be verified by looking at ...:
What is clear opening width?
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Clear Opening Width for swinging doors is measured (with the door open 90 degree) from the face of door to stop soffit on strike jamb. &nbs...:
What is the difference between an LCN CUSH arm, and an LCN EDA arm?
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EDA ARM - The EDA arm is a heavy duty parallel arm mount. The degree of door opening is determined by the template used for mounting. EDA arm closers can only be mounted as a Push Side parallel ar...:
Can SRT screws be used in a wood door or frame?
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LCN "does not" recommend the use of SRT screws is wood doors. LCN "only" recommends the use of Wood Screws in wood doors and frames, as noted on the installation instructions.:
Where are hardware templates?
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All the templates can be found at us.allegion.com Please click here :
What power supply do I need for my 2 QELA devices with LCN auto operator?
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Use the PS902-2RS power supply with LCN auto operator on single door, PS904-2RS power supply on double door and PS904/906-2RS-2RS for 2 pair of QELA is required for basic operation with a...:
How do I get service on my Astro Swing operator that isn't working properly?
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LCN does not does not have or supply any information for the old (obsolete) "High Energy" Dor-O-Matic Sliding doors, Bi-Fold doors or Astro Swing doors. You MUST be AAADM certified to work on, or g...:
What are the SRT screws lengths used with LCN Closers?
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SRT "Self Reaming, & Tapping" screws are the default type screws shipped with LCN closers, when a specific screw type is not specified. There are 3 standard lengths of SRT screws: 1-3/8" 1...:
What would cause a door closer to slam?
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There are a few things that can cause a closer to slam. The closer could be adjusted incorrectly. Turn all regulating screws clockwise until they stop. Then open each valve 1 and 1/2 turns. If t...:
In what direction should the hold open nut be pointing for a 4041 H closer, up or down?
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Make sure that the hold open nut is not on upside down. The orientation of the hold open nut depends on the mounting. On a Top Jamb "Push Side" mount, the hold open nut would poi...:
Can I mount an LCN Cush closer with an GJ overhead stop?
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It would be unnecessary to use the CNS/Cush arm and the Glynn Johnson overhead devices in the same application, both mechanisms stop the door.:
What are the Rod and Shoe lengths for 4000 and 1000 series closers?
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STANDARD ROD AND SHOE: 4020, 4031, 1460, 1520, 1370, 1070, 1260, 4640, 4820 is: 8 3/8” LONG ROD AND SHOE: 4020, 4031, 1460, 1520, 1370, 1070, 1260, 4640, 4820 is: 12 3/8”STANDARD ROD AND SHOE:...:
Can a pull side mounted 1460 open 180°
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A 1260 Pull Side can be mounted standard template for 180°, frame and trim permitting.:
Does LCN have a closer or operator for sliding doors?
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LCN does not offer any products for sliding doors.:
Can a magnet, or sentronic device, be released and close the door from a button at a desk?
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If a door is being held open by the LCN SEM 7800/1900 magnet or any ME/SE Series Sentronic LCN closer, you can remotely release that door to close by ordering the following parts and wiri...:
What is the delay time adjustment on a Delayed Action closers?
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Regular LCN closers have "3" regulating valves for General Speed, Latch Speed, and Backcheck. If the LCN closer has "4" regulating valves, then the closer has the Delayed Action feature. De...:
What are Hold Open Closers & Magnets?
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Hold Open Closers & Magnets (Fire/Life safety products) provide a wide range of solutions. Single or multi-point hold open closers Utilize an electromechanical closer. Hold the door o...:
Does LCN repair or sell rebuilt closers?
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Because of the new extended LCN warranties and the desire to be consistent across the entire Allegion premium brands, LCN will be moving away from offering an out-of-warranty repair service beginni...:
What power supply is required for two EL devices and one LCN auto operator?
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Von Duprin PS914 x 900-4RL supports two EL with two auto operator.:
What is the LCN fluid - "Liquid X" - temperature range?
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The LCN closer fluid "Liquid X" will perform without variation between: -30° F to +120° F - for manual closers. +35° F to +120° F - for electrical closers and a...:
How do you adjust a door closer?
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How to: What are the steps to adjust a door closer? Facts: All LCN and FALCON door closers will have 3 regulating valves and a spring adjustment. All cl...:
Can the fluid in an LCN door closer be filled out in the field?
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The fluid in an LCN closer must not be refilled in the field. See attached Warranty and Repair Communication :
Can a 4000T pocket closer go 180 degrees?
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The 4000T Series closers have a maximum opening of 90°.:
Does LCN or Dor-O-Matic still make a floor closer?
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Neither Dor-O-Matic or LCN manufacturers a floor closer. :
What size Allen wrench is used for Closer adjustment?
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LCN does not supply Allen wrenches. The size allen wrenches that LCN uses, are standard sizes that every installer will have in their tool kit. 3/32" Allen wrench for adjusting&...:
What would cause my door closer to try and open the door instead of closing it?
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For a door closer that tries to open the door instead of closing it:The closer body could be mounted backwards on the door - check instructions for proper closer orientation.It could be the wrong h...:
How do I program my device?
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The programming processes for Allegion devices can be both product and features specific. Some products programming processes are electronic in nature, others are physical in nature. &nb...:
Can a 1460 EDA open to 180°?
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The standard 1460 EDA arm is not long enough to allow the door to open 180°.:
What is the maximum door weight recommended for LCN closers?
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The maximum recommended door weight for LCN closers is 225 lbs.:
Can a Cam Lift hinge be used with LCN closers?
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Cam Lift hinges can only be used with LCN door closers that have a "Regular" or "Reg hold Open" style arm. Manual Closers:Maximum lift dimension is 3/4".Can not be use (H)EDA, CUSH, or T...:
Can you replace a regular arm with a hold open with out moving the door closer?
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Yes, as long as you stay with the like style arm. Example: replace an RW/PA with HW/PA, replace an EDA with HEDA, or replace a CUSH with HCUSH.:
What arm can I use for the old LCN 4030/4130 closer?
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The old 4030/4130 closers and arms are obsolete, there is nothing to replace them. No arm from other closers will fit There is no closer that can replace the old 4030 series closer with the exa...:
How do I set the hold open on my 4040 closer?
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The hold open position on a "REG" or "EDA" hold open arm is set with the door to a few degrees shy of the desired hold open point. To properly set, open the door 5° less then the desired hold open...:
What are Electro-hydraulic Automatic Operators?
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Electro-hydraulic Automatic Operators are: Designed for manual opening applications where there is occasional need for automating the door to meet ADA requirements. Electrically powere...:
What causes a Senior Swing door to hang open and not close?
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First, turn off the power to the Senior Swing. If the door closes, check controller for a constant activation signal from an activation device. If door continues to hang up and will not close...:
Is there adjustment limits on the regulation valves of LCN manual closers?
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The regulation valves are designed to adjust the flow the hydraulic fluid in the closer which regulates the door closing speed through various phases of the closing cycle. The regulation valv...:
Why does the auto operator not open the door when installed with a Chexit?
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Chexits are NOT electric latch retraction devices, therefore the latch will not retract and allow the opener to swing the door open. Chexits block and unblock the latch. In order for a Ch...:
What is a surface mounted door closer?
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Surface Mounted door closers are the most durable and common type of door closer. Mounted to the surface of the door or frame Can be configured (through installation or arm type) to meet a...:
What is the minimum clear opening width required by ADA on a single door?
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The minimum clear opening width for ADA is 32" measured from face of door opened to 90 degrees to face of stop on strike jamb. There must be no hardware mounted to the door projectin...:
What are ElectroMechanical Automatic Operators?
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ElectroMechanical Automatic Operators are designed to automatically open when activated. The Benchmark Series are Medium Duty "Commercial" automatic operators, often used on of...:
What special template (ST) is used with a 4040(XP) Rw/PA mount closer and a GJ overhead stop?
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The use of a 62A Shoe (required) would be used to mount a 4040XP Parallel Arm with a "SURFACE" GJ 70, 79, 81, 90, or 450 series stop. You would order the 4040XP with a Reg w/62A arm op...:
What are Pneumatic Automatic Operators?
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Pneumatic Automatic Operators are used in areas where electrically operated devices are not convenient or permitted. Consists of a modified, heavy-duty door closer for manual oper...:
What is a 320G door closer?
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The "320G" is the # on a UL sticker attached to the arm of most LCN door closers, and is not a door closer model number. The "320G" means that the arm is not a mechanical hold open device and OK t...: