Schlage Custom FC21 Combined Interior Lock Installation Manual
- June 8, 2024
- Schlage
Table of Contents
- Installation Instructions
- Model FC21, Combined interior
- 1 Watch the installation video.
- 2 Check door dimensions.
- 3 Install the latch
- 4 Install the strike onto the door frame.
- 5 PRIVACY FUNCTION ONLY: Choose privacy pin location.
- 6 Identify the exterior and interior chassis
- 7 Install the exterior chassis.
- 8 Install the interior chassis.
- 9 Install the trim.
- 10 Install the exterior knob/lever.
- 11 PRIVACY FUNCTION ONLY: Install the privacy pin.
- 12 Install the interior knob/lever.
- Adjust latch
P518-149
Installation Instructions
Model FC21, Combined interior
This lock can be installed as passage (hall/closet) or privacy (bed/bath). See the included Privacy function kit.
a. Knob/Lever
b. Trim
c. Exterior chassis
d. Latch
e. Interior chassis
f. Chassis screws
g. Backplate
h. Faceplate
i. Drive-in faceplate
j. Latch/strike screws
k. Strike
l. Hex wrench (Do not discard!)
1 Watch the installation video.
Go to Schlage.com/faqs-custom.
2 Check door dimensions.
2a If dimensions do not match, you may need to modify your door.
For further assistance, call Customer Service at 888-805-9837.
2b Check latch length.
Measure the backset as shown above.
- 2 ³⁄₈” (60 mm): no adjustment is necessary.
- 2 ³⁄₄” (70 mm): see the Adjust latch section.
3 Install the latch
3a Install backplate.
This backplate is backward.
Rotate into place. Notch goes here.
OR
3a Install drive-in faceplate.
Push to snap.
3b Add faceplate and secure with screws.
Bevel must face door frame!, Actual Size
OR
3b Use wood block and hammer.
Bevel must face door frame!
4 Install the strike onto the door frame.
Use included strike for best performance.
Actual Size (2)
5 PRIVACY FUNCTION ONLY: Choose privacy pin location.
Location is based on preference and does not change the function.
Pin on bottom, go on to step 6
OR
Pin on top, go to Schlage.com/faqs-custom.
6 Identify the exterior and interior chassis
Exterior Chassis, Posts, Interior Chassis, Slots, Pegs
7 Install the exterior chassis.
Push
firmly!
8 Install the interior chassis.
8a Chassis is spring-loaded. Push pegs into slots and hold in place.
8b Secure with two (2) screws.
Make sure chassis is straight!
Hold in place
Actual Size (2)
9 Install the trim.
Align hole in trim with hole in chassis.
hook, click
OR
hook, click
Repeat for the other side of the door.
10 Install the exterior knob/lever.
10a Push knob/lever firmly into place.
10b Then tighten set screw.
11 PRIVACY FUNCTION ONLY: Install the privacy pin.
Follow the included
Privacy function kit instructions.
Emergency unlock tool, Privacy pin, Pin cap
12 Install the interior knob/lever.
12a Push knob/lever firmly into place.
12b Then tighten set screw.
Adjust latch
For 2 ³⁄₄” backset, rotate and pull latch out to long setting.
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