Automatic Door Closer Adjustments

Remember when it comes to turning commercial door closer adjustment screws a little goes a long way.

Automatic door closer adjustments.

Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to slow the closer down counter clockwise to speed it up. A door closer has more adjustment possibilities than you might expect and getting a door to close just right may take several trips up and down a ladder. It s common to try to solve door closing problems by simply adjusting the spring tension but tightening this tension can make the door hard to open and loosening it can make the door. To adjust the door closer.

There typically are two screws on the automatic door that allow for the change in speed. Open the door and watch it close. You can adjust a door closer using only a ladder and the appropriate tool screwdriver hex key or small wrench by making small turns less than 1 4 turn of one of the adjustment screws. Usually the cover is plastic but it could also be metal.

If it closes right the first time check it 10 more times. If you can t see adjustment screws chances are the closer has a cover. Adjusting the speed of automatic door closers is simple task. Spring adjustment is located on the end of the spring tube 5 32 allen wrench.

Start with no more than 1 8 of a turn. Norton door controls continuously develops cutting edge door control solutions for swing door applications. Most door closer brackets have slotted holes so you are able to slide them left to right to make adjustments without completely removing the screws. Norton s dynamic portfolio of mechanical door closers and electronic door operators will allow your building to be outfitted with code compliant solutions tailored to your occupant s needs.

These screws will control the door s closing speed delay and latching speed. If none of these adjustments works then your door closer may be worn out and you will need to buy a new one to replace it. Climb the ladder and examine the closer. Here are a few things that you can do to adjust the speed without having to actually take anything apart.

Clockwise gives the closer more closing power which also makes the door harder to open and turning the screw counter clockwise will give the door less closing strength and makes the door easier to open.