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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 ...:
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...:
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...:
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...:
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...:
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 would cause a 4111 HEDA to not hold open?
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The correct method (process) for setting the hold open is: The 4110 HEDA arms are handed, verify correct hand arm. (RH or LH stamped on shoe bracket) Loosen the hold open nut at shoe bracket. ...:
What would cause a 4600 operator to click a few times when the actuator is pushed, but not open the door?
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If a 4600 clicks, but won't open the door: Verify proper connection of all the control box connectors. Verify correct manual operation of door. Verify actuator connections and any strike/maglo...:
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.&...:
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 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...:
Why does the Schlage button light up “Green” when I open the door?
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When unlocking the CO200 door by mechanical key override, the green led will be continuously ON until the key is released. This will occur after firmware CO.A.6 (or later) has been installed int...:
Are Steelcraft doors and/or frames fire rated?
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Yes, Steelcraft doors and/or frames are available and can carry a UL, WH or FM label. The type of fire label (UL, WH or FM) is dictated by the specifications and local building code. Doors ...:
Does Allegion write specifications and specs?
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Allegion does provides professional support to Architects and Design Professionals. For information related to specification development and support, Website for Architects and Desig...:
Will a 4640 operator open the door in windy conditions?
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The 4600 operator is designed to meet the ANSI Code 156.19 that limits the opening force to a 15 lbs. By code and design, the operator must stop opening the door when an obstruction or resistance ...:
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 do I need to do to make my 4041 Reg/PA a hold open arm?
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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...:
Can I get a Senior Swing with a reduced opening force gearbox?
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The older model Senior Swing came with 2 spring options. The "standard force" spring required 15 lbs of manual opening force, and reduced force "RF" required 11 lbs of manual opening force. All S...:
Will the Falcon 8200 series operator burn up if someone tries to open it when the door is locked?
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Any good secure setup and installation should be getting an open signal that has already gone through credential access first (ex……card reader, keypad, Key switch) and ignoring a locked door. ...:
How do you adjust the hold open time on a 4600 (4630/4640) operator?
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To adjust the hold open time on a 4600 (4630/4640) operator:Press the "MODE" button on the control box 1 time to get into programming mode. The "YELLOW" mode indicator LED next to "HOLD OPEN TIME" ...:
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°.ST-2430 is a special 1460 EDA arm that will allow the door to open 180°.:
What is thermal bow?
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Thermal Bow is a temporary condition which occurs in metal doors mainly due to the temperature differential from one side of the door to the other. This may occur in exterior doors when direct sun ...:
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.:
Why does my Chexit device open without sounding the alarm?
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What would cause a 4040SE not to hold the door open?
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A 4040SE would not hold the door open if it has : No Voltage or Improper Voltage. Check that the track has proper voltage going to it (24V AC/DC or 120V AC). If 120 volts is supplied...:
Can you manually pull a 4040SE out of hold open?
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The holding force on an SE/ME Series door closer is approximately 35 lbs. and they can be manually pulled out of hold open with approximately 35 lbs of force. :
Why would a Falcon 8200 operator have an inconsistent opening?
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An inconsistent opening is normally caused by the arm not being installed correctly. The arm must be installed while the operator gearbox is in the full open position, and the door at 90° open posi...:
Why would a 4600 not open a full 90 degrees?
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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 controller a 1/...: