f.
Alternatively, to relieve
resistance, the centre keep
can be offset to the hook
keeps.
a.
Create routing required for the keep -
use the routing jig provided if
necessary (available on request).
b.
Centre line on the routing jig needs
to be lined up with centre of latches.
Centre
Keep
Hook
Keep
1
Repeat for top and bottom keeps.
b.
a.
Insert the centre keep into the routed hole
and ensure it sits flush to the face of the
door frame.
It is essential the keep sits flush for stability.
e.
In the event of operating
resistance you may need to
adjust the keeps, refer to 2b
d.
Look for any sign off
resistance during
operation which may
indicate the fitting is not
correct.
Composite keeps are adju/- 2mm
horizontally and vertically, timber keeps
are adju/- 2mm horizontally.
A
Centre
Line
Position the keep and fasten to the
frame with the appropriate screws for
the substrate being used.
Once keeps are fitted, open and close
the door to check it is working correctly:
c.
Rotate thumbturn, key or
handle to ensure all locking
points fully retract to allow
the door to open.
b.
Ensure the thumbturn or
key rotates 360° towards
the keep making sure the
deadbolt is fully engaged.
a.
Close door and check the
hooks and latches engage
fully within top, centre and
bottom keeps.
Centre
Line
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
KEEP PREPARATION
