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General
information

Mechanical
considerations

WHAT FINISH IS DESIRED? INSTALLATION PROCESS?
LCN powder coating provides superior protection against the Before installation of the door closer;
effects of weather conditions and is an environmentally friendly n Review the installation instructions provided with the
process. The high quality, chip resistant finish is far superior to any door closer.
previously offered. Corrosion resistance surpasses 100 hours salt n Verify the desired installation and template with the
spray testing (four times the industry standard). Non-metallic hardware schedule. Review other applied door hardware
components also provide the same high resistance to the effects for possible interference.
of the elements. All LCN products must be shipped with a finish.
n Verify that the frame attachments and door hinges or
LCN offers custom finishing services to complement special pivots are securely installed.
installations. This provides a custom appearance and all the n Verify that the door is hung properly and operates
corrosion resistance inherent in the standard powder coated smoothly through it’s entire range of opening.
finishes. It is recommended that the customer submit a physical Misalignment, sagging or other conditions that prevent
sample of desired custom finish with the closer order. Custom free movement of the door must be corrected prior to
powder coat finishes are available at additional cost. A metal installation of the door closer.
cover must be ordered when custom powder coat finishes are LCN recommends < 1/4 lbf to open the door before
desired. installing closers for ADA applications.
n Check latching mechanisms for proper operation
With some exceptions, visible components such as covers, arms,
fasteners, and finish plates are available in plated finishes. Tracks and release.
are painted to complement the plated finish. Hidden assemblies n Verify that the door and frame have specified
such as cylinders and mounting plates are supplied with a powder reinforcements.
coated finish. Plated finishes are available at additional cost. n Verify that all required tools are available.
For installations where a higher level of protection against Complete the installation by;
weathering is required, LCN offers a special rust inhibiting (SRI) n Follow the installation instructions and use fasteners
process at an additional cost. Metal components receive an SRI provided with the closer.
pretreatment and a standard or custom powder coat finish. The n Using the template provided with the closer, layout, drill
SRI process with a powder coat finish exceeds the protection level and tap (for metal screws) the required mounting holes.
available with powder coated parts. SRI can not be ordered with Be sure to use the proper size drill bit and tap to ensure
plated or anodized finishes. All closers must be shipped with a maximum holding power by the screws.
finish. n For closers with adjustable spring power, adjust the
cylinder spring power based on the width of the door as
described in the installation instructions.
n The hydraulic back check, main speed and latch speed
regulation adjustments of the door closer have been
adjusted at the factory to meet normal installation
conditions. If further adjustments are required to the
hydraulic regulation, follow the directions included with
the installation instructions.
n Lightly wipe the cover and arm surfaces with a soft, clean,
dry cloth to remove any dirt or smudges that occurred
during the installation.

LCN Door Control Catalog A21
phone: 877-671-7011 n fax: 800-248-1460 n www.allegion.com/us n 009426 rev. 11/16