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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...:
Are there autoCAD drawings available for Allegion products?
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AutoCAD drawings are proprietary and are not available for distribution. :
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...:
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 is the replacement for an LCN 1070?
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The P1070 was replaced with the 1261 Rw/PA.The 1260 arm can be used as a replacement arm for the discontinued 1070.The P1070 arm can be used on a replacement 1260 body to maintain the origina...:
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...:
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:...:
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...:
What maintenance is required for an LCN closer?
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Closers mounted according to LCN installation instructions require no periodic maintenance or seasonal adjustments. Monthly, quarterly, and annual visual inspections are recommended for Fire/...:
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...:
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 ...:
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...:
What is a LCN 1040 or 1050 closer?
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The 1040 and 1050 are obsolete closers made in the 50's, 60's, and 70's. The 1260 or 1460 will work as replacements, but they are not direct replacement.:
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 is the maximum door weight recommended for LCN closers?
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The maximum recommended door weight for LCN closers is 225 lbs.:
Do LCN closers come with thru bolts?
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The standard screw pack for an LCN closer is the SRT (Self Reaming and Tapping) screw. Thru bolts are an option, but must be specified on the order. There is no charge for them, but they do need to...:
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 determine the hand of a door?
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Go to the push side of the door opening. See above illustration. If door swings out to the left, it needs a left hand door closer. If door swings out to the right, i...:
Warranty information on Allegion Commercial products.
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See here for our Warranty Information. :
What LCN closers are available in a tri-pack mounting?
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The 4040XP, 1260/1261, 1460/1461, 4030/4031 closers have the tri-pack mounting option when ordered with an Rw/PA or Hw/PA designation.:
How do you identify the model number and date code of an LCN cast iron hydraulic closer?
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The date is a 4 digit #. The first 2 numbers indicate the week it was made, and the last 2 numbers indicate what year it was made. On most surface mounted closers, the model #, date code, ...:
Does LCN sell a coupler to stack two 4040XP closers together?
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LCN does not recommend this type of installation, and has never sold a coupler to do this.:
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...:
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.:
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...:
When did LCN quit making traditional potbelly style closers?
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The LCN "Traditional" Potbelly series closer line was discontinued in 1980. Unfortunately there is no direct replacement for these old units. Would need to replace with...:
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...:
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.:
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. :
Does LCN have a closer or operator for sliding doors?
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LCN does not offer any products for sliding doors.:
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 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 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...:
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 :
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...:
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 are the LCN standard finishes?
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White Powder Coat can be ordered as a special RAL finish with a metal cover.:
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&...:
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...:
Can LCN closers be installed outside in the elements?
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The LCN closers are not designed nor intended to be exterior mounted in the elements. :