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Which of the Pneumatic operators uses the same cylinder?
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The 4840 and the 4810 are they only cylinders that can be interchanged, they use the same cylinder for their individual applications.:
PA
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Parallel Arm:
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 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...:
R/62A
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Regular Arm with Auxiliary Parallel Arm Shoe:
SF
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Standard Force Motor Gearbox, Gearbox, Gear box, Swing Free Arm, swing free:
STD
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Standard, Standard Arm, Standard Cylinder, Standard Plastic Cover, Standard Track, Track:
What special template (ST) is used with a 4040(XP) Rw/PA mount closer and a GJ overhead stop?
Resolution:
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 is the 100 series from Glynn Johnson different from the 100 ADJ series?
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The basic units are similar. The ADJ has a 12" long track that is mounted in the frame to allow the degree of opening to be selected in the field anywhere from 85 to 110 degrees, where the standar...:
What is the difference between a regular arm and the Rw/PA arm?
Resolution:
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.:
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...:
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. If a 4041/4040XP closer mounted "Top Jamb", or "...:
Will a 4040 Hw/PA hold open at 180°?
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The 4041 Rw/PA and the Hw/PA have the same template. The only difference is the arm. The 4041/4040XP Hw/PA, if mounted to the 180° template, will hold the door open at 180°. Rw/PA is Regular A...:
RW/PA
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Regular Arm with Parallel Arm Shoe:
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...:
Which closer is the heaviest duty?
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The 4010, 4020, 4110, and 4040/4040XP are heavy duty closers.:
PAH
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Parallel Arm Holder:
Can a 8242 be converted to a 8231?
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Is the EDA or Cush arm with threaded studs still available?
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ST-3195 is used to obtain the old style EDA or Cush arms which were assembled with threaded studs so that you could take apart the arm assemblies. Our current standard EDA and Cush arms are rivet...:
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...:
What special template (ST) is used with a 4040XP with a non-adjustable (solid) regular arm for pull side mounting?
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Special Template ST-2795 is used to mount a non-adjustable (solid) regular arm for pull side mounting. :
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...:
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.&...:
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) door. Sm...:
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.:
What is the difference between an LCN CUSH arm, and an LCN EDA arm?
Resolution:
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...:
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...:
Can a 4041 EDA be mounted top jamb?
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The 40401/4040XP closer with optional EDA arm has to be mounted parallel arm on the push side of the door.:
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...:
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...:
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...:
Can you mount a 4011 as a parallel arm like the 4111?
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The 4011 can only mount on the Pull Side of the door and the 4111 can only mount on the Push Side of the door. Differences - The 4011 and the 4111 cylinders are different and the pinion shafts are...:
PARALLEL ARM HOLDER
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PAH:
PARALLEL ARM
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PA, push side mount:
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 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 standard arm for the 4110 series?
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The EDA (Extra Duty Arm) is the standard arm for the 4110.:
SINGLE LEVER (STANDARD) ARM (STD
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track arm, std arm:
CUSH-N-STOP ARMS
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CUSH, Parallel Arm, CNS:
BLADE STOP SPACER
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Shoe Spacer, Parallel Arm Closers, Aluminum Frame, Aluminum Store Front Frame:
PA SHOE ADAPTER
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Narrow Frame, PA Mount, Parallel Arm Mount, Parallel Arm Installation, PA Installation:
FIFTH SCREW
Resolution:
Parallel Arm Shoe,:
FIFTH SCREW SPACER
Resolution:
Fifth Screw, Parallel Arm Shoe, spacer:
PA SHOE
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PA Mounting, Parallel Arm Mounting:
HOLD-OPEN CUSH
Resolution:
HCUSH, PA Mount, Parallel Arm Mount:
Are there special brackets needed when using the 4110 series with a coordinator?
Resolution:
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 ...:
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....:
HW/PA
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Hold Open Arm with Parallel Arm Shoe:
Can a 4040 Pull Side closer be mounted with Swing Clear Hinges?
Resolution:
ST-1583 is used to template a 4040 or 4040XP closer mounted hinge side with swing clear hinges. For current ST add on pricing and templates please contact closers_techpro...:
BACKCHECK SELECTOR VALVE
Resolution:
Valve used to provide proper backcheck location for 4040XP and 4050A parallel arm mounting:
FLUSH PANEL ADAPTER
Resolution:
Narrow Frame, PA Mount, Parallel Arm Mount, Parallel Arm Installation, PA Installation:
What LCN closer has the strongest closing force?
Resolution:
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 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...:
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.:
Chexit goes into alarm with fast flashing LED and not locking after rearm time.
Resolution:
Chexit devices shipped prior to 8-24-2015 with solenoid driven: Chexit device has a RX switch with a connector that needs to be connected to the Chexit module otherwise the alarm will sound af...:
What is the narrowest door a 4040 pull side will mount on?
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14" door leaf is the narrowest with standard template.:
What is the part number for the plate and the 2030 cylinder?
Resolution:
Part numbers listed below: 2030-3071 cylinder assembly includes the closer cylinder and finish plate. 2030-3971 is the cylinder only. 2030-3002 is the finish plate. 2030-3077T is ...:
What is the minimum and maximum reveal for a 9500 Series Senior Swing operator?
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The 9542, 9553, 9563 surface mounted Senior Swing with a regular arm, mounted on the push side of the door, can handle a reveal from 1 1/8" up to 10". The 9542, 9553, 9563 surface mounted Senior S...:
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...:
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. ...:
What is the mounting difference between a 2010 closer and a 2030 closer?
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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...:
Can I use a Glynn Johnson 410 with a 4040 regular (pull side) mount?
Resolution:
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.:
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. Manual Closers:Maximum lift dimension is 3/4".Can not be use (H)EDA, CUSH, or T...:
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.:
What is the difference between the 2030 and 5030 closer?
Resolution:
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...:
Is the 9500 Series Senior Swing handed?
Resolution:
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...:
Can you mount a 4041 Cush arm with a EDA arm template and get 180 degrees opening?
Resolution:
The dead stop post would need to be removed and the 4040/4040XP EDA mounting template for 180° would be followed.: