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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...:
When did they start putting the green dial's on the 4041 closers?
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LCN started putting on the green dials for the spring adjustment on the 4041's in 2001.:
Are there parts available for the obsolete 330 series door closer?
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The 330 closer and parts were discontinued in early 2009. LCN does not have any parts available for the 330 series closer. The LCN 3030 Series would be the comparable closer replacement to the...:
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...:
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 ...:
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 LCN closer is used for double acting door?
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The LCN 6030 is a Double Acting (or dual action) closer. Requires a "Cased Open Frame" - that means no stops formed in the frame.:
What LCN closer is comparable to the Norton 7500?
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The Falcon SC71 is an exact replacement for the Norton 7500. The LCN 1460 or 4040 Series closers could be used, the mounting hole pattern is different.:
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 the maximum door weight recommended for LCN closers?
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The maximum recommended door weight for LCN manual closers is 225 lbs.:
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.:
What LCN closer has the strongest closing force?
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The size 6 handed closers will have the most (strongest) closing force. The 4016 (pull side), the 4026 (top jamb push side) or the 4116 (push side parallel arm) have the highest closing force.:
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...:
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...:
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 closers with a "Del...:
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 is a 4430 / 4330?
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The 4330 / 4430 is an obsolete ME closer replaced by the 4310ME or 4410ME Series.:
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 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 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/...:
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...:
Do LCN closers come with thru bolts?
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The standard screw pack for most 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...:
Are Lead Lined covers needed for LCN Closers?
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The determination was made that Lead Lined covers are no longer needed for the LCN product line, see below Marketing/EHS document. Lead Lined cover discontinuation letter :
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.:
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, ...:
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...:
Warranty information on Allegion Commercial products.
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See here for our Warranty Information. :
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 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. :
What are the Rod and Shoe lengths for 4000 and 1000 series closers?
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STANDARD ROD AND SHOE: 4020, 4031, 1460, 1260, 4640, 4820 is: 8 3/8” (obsolete product 1520, 1370, 1070 had same length)LONG ROD AND SHOE: 4020, 4031, 1460, 1260, 4640, 4820 is: 12 3/8” (obso...:
Can a 4000T pocket closer go 180 degrees?
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The 4000T Series closers have a maximum opening of 90°.:
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. Locating the Closer and Arm from the centerline of the pivot point of the cam lift h...:
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...:
Does LCN still make a closer that has the built in smoke detector?
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The SED/MED series closers were discontinued in 2000. The SE or ME series from LCN can be used as replacements to provide a hold open feature, but will not have the smoke detectors a...:
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.:
Which Falcon SC closer is the closest match to a LCN 4040?
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The Falcon SC 71:
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/...:
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 :
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...:
Is there an identification chart for all the different rollers that LCN has?
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On Feb 8th, 2016 - LCN launched the redesign of the Hold open clip which changed multiple components of our Track style closers, including the roller, track, hold open clip, and bumper. :
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...:
Do I need to order the LCN 4040XP closer X ST-3596 to get the cover screw to secure the snap on cover to the cylinder?
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As of June 27th, 2018--- the cover screw is now standard in the screw packs for the 4040XP, 4040XPT, 4000T, and 4040SE so ST-3596 is no longer needed. :
Is the Cush Shoe Support (-30) the same for all of LCN closers?
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For LCN Cast Iron Closers, the 4050A, and Falcon SC closers it is (1 3/4") wide, (1 1/2") tall and (1 1/2") deep For 1250 and 1450 LCN Alum body Closers it is (2") wide, (1 1/2") tall and (1 1/2"...: