PN# 500-10440
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Rev. F, 02/12
The serrations on the brackets are .050” [1.3mm] apart which matches the screw thread pitch
distance that mounts the strike. This feature will be explained during the final adjustment in
Section 5.7. These end brackets may also be inverted to provide for deeper mounting
configurations. See Figure 8 and Figure 9 for adjustable ranges and mounting methods.
THE POSITION OF THE CENTERLINE OF THE STRIKE ASSEMBLY IS CRITICALLY
RELATED TO THE CENTERLINE OF THE MAGNALOCK LOCATION.
5.6.1 Hollow Metal Door (Flush Top)
Prepare the door in accordance with Section 5.4.2.
Mounting the strike assembly into a door with flush outside surfaces utilizes the same methods
as mounting the Magnalock into a hollow metal type frame. Figure 7 below shows a typical
installation in a flush type aluminum door. In this process the flush mount brackets are used to
suspend the strike assembly into the door. Make the necessary adjustments to the end brackets
of the strike assembly to set the initial strike height in the door installation. The flush mount
brackets may be installed in either direction (see Figures 4 and 5) to set the appropriate flush
mounting condition, and the provided shim plates may also be used to assist in further
adjustment of the installation. Use a hex wrench and the provided mounting screws to complete
the installation.
Flush Mount Bracket
(Note Orientation)
End Bracket
Idle Bracket
Strike
Figure 7 - Hollow frame strike assembly mounting
APPLY THE PROVIDED THREAD LOCKING COMPOUND TO ALL MOUNTING SCREW
THREADS.
5.6.2 Hollow Aluminum Door (Shallow Recess Top)
Prepare the door in accordance with Section 5.4.2.
If the door has a shallow recess within the range indicated in Figure 8, a cut out area will be
required to insert the strike assembly. Cut out the strike mounting area using a router or saber
saw. The templates provided specify the dimensions of the cutouts and the locations of the
holes for proper mounting. In this process the flush mount brackets are not required because
the strike can mount suspended in the door using the door edge only. Make the necessary
adjustments to the end brackets to set the initial strike height in the door installation. If
necessary, the provided shim plates may be used under the bracket mounts to create the proper
mount distance.
1/8" [3.2] to 1-3/8" [34.9]
Cross Section
of
Door Recess
#10 x 3/4" Phillips
Flat Head Type "A"
End Bracket
Idle Bracket
Strike
Figure 8 - Shallow recess door strike mounting