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What is the purpose of a Swing Free arm on a 4310ME?
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The (SF) "Swing Free" arm allows the door to be put into hold open position, but then repositioned (swing free) to any other degree of opening without taking the closer out of the hold open mode....:
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 S...:
Where is the RA closer reinforcement located on a frame for a Regular Arm Closer?
Resolution:
Optional closer reinforcements are located at 3" from hinge jamb to the beginning of the reinforcement plate. This applies to Regular Arm, Parallel Arm, Top Jamb. Regular Arm (RA) closer reinfor...:
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...:
Can I get a replacement arm for an old 4110SE closer?
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The replacement arms for the older handed 4010SE/4110SE closers would be ordered as: 4040SE-3077T x ST-3035 for a RH arm. 4040SE-3077T x ST-3035-1 for a LH arm. :
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 is the standard arm for the 4110 series?
Resolution:
The EDA (Extra Duty Arm) is the standard arm for the 4110.:
What is the narrowest door a 4040 pull side will mount on?
Resolution:
14" door leaf is the narrowest with standard template.:
Can a Glynn Johnson 90 stop be used with a top jamb mounted 4040?
Resolution:
A 4040XP-18G drop plate will be needed to drop the closer and arm down far enough not to conflict with the GJ 90 series overhead stop.:
Can a 4010 be mounted with swing clear hinges?
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Locate closer and arm from the centerline of the swing clear hinge pin.:
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...:
Are there special brackets needed when using the 4110 series with a coordinator?
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When using the 4111 with a bar style coordinator MB-mounting brackets ordered from IVES are required. The brackets wrap around the coordinator to provide a surface for mounting the parallel arm ...:
What degrees of opening can a 4110 EDA be templated for?
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The 4110 EDA/HEDA can be templated for 100°, 140°, and 180° hold open. The hold open adjustment can be set to hold the door at any position (degree) up to the maximum door opening angle. For "Wi...:
BLADE STOP SPACER
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Shoe Spacer, Parallel Arm Closers, Aluminum Frame, Aluminum Store Front Frame:
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 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...:
What is the difference between a regular arm and the Rw/PA arm?
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The Rw/PA arm is simply a regular arm that is packed with a 62PA (parallel arm) shoe, which will allow a (Tri-Pack) closer to be mounted in a regular, top jamb, or parallel arm application.:
Can I mount an LCN Cush closer with an GJ overhead stop?
Resolution:
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.:
Can a 4041 EDA be mounted top jamb?
Resolution:
The 40401/4040XP closer with optional EDA arm has to be mounted parallel arm on the push side of the door.:
Is there a replacement for the old LCN 4010SE or the 4110SE?
Resolution:
The LCN 4010SE / 4110 SE series are obsolete, and on longer available (discontinued around Aug 1995). They were replaced by the 4040SE series.The 4010SE / 4110 SE track is replaced w...:
Is the 1260 regular (REG) arm the same as the obsolete 1070 regular (REG) arm?
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The 1260 regular (REG) arm is the same as the obsolete 1070 regular (REG) arm.:
How do you identify the model of a Falcon closer?
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To determine the SC series, measure center to center on the closer body bolt hole mounting pattern and an overall description of the closer and arm. SC91 -- 6-3/8" x 3/4" -- unique arm SC93 -- 9-1...:
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...:
What are Overhead Concealed door closer?
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Overhead Concealed door closers are used to provide a more aesthetic look to the opening. Concealed in either the frame or the door Offer the ability to be adjusted to maintain...:
Where is the date of manufacture on a 4041 closer?
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The date stamp on a 4041/4040XP is on the packing nut. The date will be the week of the year and then the year. EXAMPLE: 10 05 would be week 10 of 2005. For example...:
What is the valve on the back of a 4041/4040XP closer used for?
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The valve on the back of a 4041/4040XP closer is a "Back Check Selector Valve" that needs to be turned in on "Parallel Arm" mount applications ONLY. :
Do you need Double Egress arm to install a 4040SE on the Push Side of a door?
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The 4040SE uses the regular arm for any Push Side mounting (minimum 28" door width). ST-2788 (a special arm and track) can be used to mount a 4040SE on the Push Side of a smaller (narrow) doo...:
Is there a heavy duty arm available for the 4040 mounted pull side?
Resolution:
ST2795 allows the the 4040 to be mounted pull side with a solid (heavy duty) arm.:
Can a Cam Lift hinge be used with LCN closers?
Resolution:
Cam Lift hinges can only be used with LCN door closers that have a "Regular" or "Reg hold Open" style arm. Locating the Closer and Arm from the centerline of the pivot point of the cam lift h...:
On which closer is the fusible link arm available?
Resolution:
The Fusible Link arm is available with the 4010, 4020 and 4110 series closers. They all use the same Fusible Link arm. The UL Listing number is for the Fusible Link arms is R1943.The 4010 Series ca...:
How can I make my regular arm closer mount parallel arm?
Resolution:
This can only be done with universal, non-handed closers: 1250, 1260, 1450, 1460, 4030, 4040XP, and 4050A.You would need an xxxx-62PA shoe to adapt from regular arm to parallel arm mount...:
Is the 4010 closer handed?
Resolution:
The 4010 door closer is handed and they are not field reversible.:
How can you tell the hand of a door closer?
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First you need to determine if the closer is handed. A handed door closer will only have a single shaft on one side of the closer for the arm to attach to. If the closer is handed...:
Is there a left hand hold open clip (block) for a 3130 series closer?
Resolution:
As of Feb. 8th, 2016- LCN launched a new HO feature (block) for all track closers, which is not handed. Part # for the Hold Open clip (block) is 3130-3054 and it also requires the...:
How do I determine the hand of a door?
Resolution:
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...:
What is the difference between the 4040, 4010, 4020, and 4110 series closers?
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4040XP Series (4040 DEL) is a universal closer. *(see note) Non Handed closer. Can be mounted on a RH or LH door. 4041XP - Adjustable size 1 to 6. Can mount push side or pull side of the doo...:
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...:
How do you order a Senior Swing header for a 2810 on one leaf and a 2010 on the other?
Resolution:
LCN does offer a 2810 Senior Swing / 2010 manual closer combo for a pair of doors. Both units contained within the same Senior Swing header. To order a paired operator with a 2810 o...:
Why would a 4600 not open a full 90 degrees?
Resolution:
A 4600 (4630/4640) not opening to a full 90 degrees could be caused by a couple things: The Opening Force could be set too low. Try increasing the opening force adjustment on the contr...:
What options are available to add frame reinforcement for surface closer?
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Steelcraft offers two optional types of reinforcements for open section header to be installed in distributor shop or in the field: Full profile sleeve; is a 14 gauge, 16" long part to fit the p...:
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, ...:
Is there a retrofit closer available for the obsolete 303 OHC closer?
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The LCN direct retrofit for the Obsolete 303 OHC closer was the 330 series, it was discontinued in 2009. The 3030 closer door closer body can be used as a replacement cylinder. :
Can a 4040XP Pull Side closer be mounted with Swing Clear Hinges?
Resolution:
ST-1583 is used to template a 4040XP closer mounted hinge side with swing clear hinges. This ST is templating only – it uses standard parts.For current ST add on pricing and temp...:
Are the Falcon FA arms handed?
Resolution:
The Falcon FA arm is a non-handed arm similar to the LCN EDA arm.The Falcon FA-HO arm is a handed arm similar to the LCN HEDA arm.:
Will CX re-arm if door is held open?
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If a door position switch (DPS) is connected across the green and white wires of the old CX (green and red of new CX) the CX would go into alarm if the door is held open when it attempts to rearm.&...:
What drop plate is used with a 4040 Rw/PA?
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The 4040 Rw/PA can be mounted 3 different ways. The 4040-18 drop plate is used for the regular pull side mount. The 4040-18TJ drop plate is used for the top jamb push side mount. The 4040-18P...:
Will a 4040SE open and hold at 180°?
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No, LCN does not have an electronic hold open closer (SE/ME Series) that will provide a solid 180° hold open position. The 3130SE has an adjustable hold open position from 85° to 110° maximum. ...:
Is the 9500 Series Senior Swing handed?
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The Senior Swing "control box" is not handed. All Senior Swing motor "gearboxes" are handed, both the 2800 Series concealed and 9500 Series surface mounted operators. The 2800 Series "concealed a...:
How to adjust a 4010 hold open arm?
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The correct method (process) for setting the hold open is: The 4010 hold open arms are handed, verify correct hand arm. (R or L stamped on main arm) Loosen the hold open nut. Opened the door ...:
Why does the arm of my 4110 EDA touch the door when it is closed?
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If the closer arm is touching the door, it is because the arm or the closer body is not templated correctly. Confirm dimensions are taken from the proper location and make corrections if needed. :
What is the difference between the 2030 and 5030 closer?
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2030 and 5030 are both overhead concealed closers. Catalog information can be found here. The 2030 uses a concealed, in the door, track, and a concealed one piece arm. The 5030 use...:
What do I need to do to make my 4041 Reg/PA a hold open arm?
Resolution:
When placing an order for a 4041/4040XP Rw/PA with hold open, it would be ordered as a 4041 /4040XP Hw/PA. For an existing Rw/PA requiring the addition of a hold open function, a hold open arm woul...:
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...:
What are the 1460 closer arm options?
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The 1460 Regular Arm part numbers are: Regular Arm -- 1460-3077 or 1460-3077L for long arm (must specify finish). Regular Arm with PA -- 1460-3077PA (must specify finish). Regular Hold Open Ar...:
Can I use a Glynn Johnson 410 with a 4040 regular (pull side) mount?
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ST-1630 is required when mounting a 4041 or 4040XP door closer regular (pull/hinge) side with a concealed GJ100 or GJ410 series over head stop.This ST also REQUIRES the use of a 4040-18TJ drop plat...:
What is the mounting difference between a 2010 closer and a 2030 closer?
Resolution:
The 2010 and 2030 closer are not the same. The 2010 Series closer uses the (larger) 4010 cylinder which requires a 4" minimum frame tube to mount in. The 2030 uses the (narrow) "Pacer" cylinder...:
Is the 4111 closer handed?
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The 4110 closer is handed, and will have an "RH" and "LH" on the casting next to the closer shaft. The regulating valves are going to be on the same side as the hand of the closer.:
Does the 4010T, 4020T, and the 4110T use the same cylinder body?
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The comparisons of these products are shown below. The 4010T, 4020T, and 4110T cylinders have a longer pinion shaft than the 4010, 4020, and 4110 cylinders. The 4010T,4020T, and 4110T all use t...:
Can you order a 1461 cylinder only?
Resolution:
The part number is: 1461-3071 for the door closer cylinder body.:
What length SRT screw is used for mounting the body of a 1461 closer?
Resolution:
The SRT screw that is used for mounting the 1461 closer body is 1 3/8" long.Four screws are used to mount the closer body.:
Can the fluid in an LCN door closer be filled out in the field?
Resolution:
The fluid in an LCN closer must not be refilled in the field. See attached Warranty and Repair Communication :
How do you install a Senior Swing 9540 on one leaf of a double door?
Resolution:
Surface Mounting - A 9542 HDR2 (Double Door Header) and a 9540-18 mounting plate can be used on the active leaf. A manual closer with a PA (parallel arm) can then be installed on the inactive leaf....: