dormakaba 8600 FH/FHJ/FHP Installation Instructions
08279004
10-2019
8600 Surface Applied Closers
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Adjust closing speeds
Adjust hold open
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Adjustments
Confirm closer spring size prior to making any
closing speed adjustments.
Do not back valve heads out beyond closer casting.
Door should close in 3 to 6 seconds from 90º.
Maximum opening angle is 180º.
Do not close valves completely.
5.1 Adjust closing speeds: sweep, latch, backcheck, delayed action
Fig.11
Increase
Decrease
Increase
Decrease
Backcheck
Sweep, Latch
& Delayed Action
5.2.1 Loosen hold open nut.
5.2.2 Open door 3° - 5° before desired hold open
position.
5.2.3 Tighten hold open nut securely.
5.2.4 Pull door closed.
5.2.5 Open door to hold open position.
(Do not push door beyond hold open position. An
auxiliary stop must be used to limit door swing.)
5.2.6 To disengage, pull door closed until hold open
releases and door closer takes over.
5.2 Adjust optional hold open
Fig.12
Hold
open nut
Backcheck positioning MUST be turned “ON” for
parallel arm applications.
Backcheck position will advance approximately 15°.
Check delayed action (DEL) function if supplied.
8616 meets 5lb interior barrier-free requirements.
If necessary, adjust closer spring and test pull
forces until proper forces are obtained.
Ball bearing hinges and pivots should always be
used.
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