TownSteel 2023-A Mortise Lock Matt Finish 8 Inch Square Installation Guide

June 12, 2024
TownSteel

TownSteel 2023-A Mortise Lock Matt Finish 8 Inch Square

Product Specifications

  • Model: 2023-A
  • Manufacturer: Architectural Hardware MFG
  • Material: Metal
  • Includes: Mortise Lock, Armor Front, Strike, Screws, End Cap
    Bracket, Sex Bolts

Product Usage Instructions

Door Preparation

  • Determine if the door is Right Hand Reverse (RHR) or Left Hand Reverse (LHR) for proper installation orientation.
  • Drill four 11 holes on the door for exterior trim installation. Refer to the provided template for accurate hole placement.

End Cap Bracket Installation

  • Mark the centerline on the door and align the template along it.
  • Mark the chassis assembly holes and mortise lock cutouts on the door.
  • Cut out for the act arm and prepare three holes for the end cap bracket. Install surface mount sex bolts accordingly.

Strike Preparation
For single door installation, mark the horizontal device centerline. For double door installation, follow the provided instructions.

Mortise Lock Installation:
Mark the vertical centerline at the lock side using the backset dimension. Install the mortise lock into the door and secure it with backplate screws.

Mounting Plate Installation:
Install the faceplate of the mortise lock and fix the mounting plate on the mortise lock using two screws. This step is only  necessary for exit devices when no exterior trims areinstalled.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Q: What should I do if I encounter difficulties during installation?
    A: If you encounter any difficulties during installation, refer to the provided manual for detailed instructions or contact customer support for assistance.

  • Q: Can I use this product on a fire-rated door?
    A: Yes, certain components like end cap brackets and sex bolts are specifically designed for fire-rated doors. Ensure proper installation according to fire safety regulations.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MORTISE DEVICE

SCREW CHART

DOOR PREPARATION  CHART

STRIKE PREPARATION

  1. DARW HORIZONTAL DEVICE CENTERLINE (免)
    Close door,mark horizontal centerline on inside face of
    door and shown.(Continue on lock side horizontal door stop centerline from to finished outside floor face as of door if trim is used)

  2. ALIGN TEMPLATE ALONG CENTERLINE AND MARK DOOR.
    Mark 4 center case holes.Mark vertical centerline at lock side using 2¾” backset dimension.

  3. PREPARE 4 CHASSIS ASSY HOLES AND MORTISE LOCK CUTOUTS.
    Mark vertical centerline at lock side using 2沂backset outside dimension face (if of trim door is using .Use extra mark care vertical if edge centerline of door on is the beveled, be sure X-X vertical centerline is parallel to edge of door).

  4. INSTALL MORTISE LOCK INTO DOOR.
    Install backplate mortise screws. lock into door and fasten with

  5. INSTALL MORTISE LOCK
    Install face plate of mortise lock. Then, fix the mounting plate on the mortise lock by two screws.
    (This mounting plate is only for exit device, when no exterior trims installed.)

  6. INSTALL TRIM <IF USING) TO DOOR.
    Support screws are required for installation. Need to drill four (4) holes on the door (please refer to TEMPLATE) and only needs two (2) screws to fix the exterior trim (refer to TEMPLATE of Exterior Trim, accordingly)

  7. INSTALL ACT ARM
    (Standard handed is RHR as shown)

  8. SECURE DEVICE CHASSIS ASSY

  9. INSTALL SUPPLIED STRIKE TO FRAME OR OTHER DOOR

  10. INSTALL MOUNTING BRACKET AND END CAP.

  11. ADJUSTING LATCH BOLT

  12. INSTALL HEAD COVER

  13. TEST PUSH RAIL & THE DOGGING FUNCTION

  14. The latches should engage the strikes when the door is closed, and the latches should disengage from the strikes freely when the push rail is depressed or dogged down.

  15. When applying outside trims:

  16. No trims : Exit only, latch bolts are retracted just by the push rail inside.

  17. Entrance : latch bolts are retracted by trim outside after the trim unlocked.

  18. Storeroom : latch bolts are retracted by trim outside with key only.

  19. Passage : latch bolts are retracted by trim outside always open.

  20. Dogging: Use dogging hex key and turn clockwisely 90° when depressing push rail. Latch bolts will remain retracted.

  21. CHANGE HANDING OF DEVICE

OPTIONAL DOGGING

  1. Exchange the sliding cover from standard to cylinder dogging kit.
  2. Put the plastic plug inside the original dogging hole.

OPTIONAL ALARM FUNCTION

  • Exchange the sliding cover from standard to alarm kit.
  • Test the alarm kit. Turn the alarm function on and press push rail to test the alarm is workable to sound. Then, turn the alarm function off.

CUT DEVICE (IF REQUIRED)

Note: Device must be cut square for proper end cap fit.

MORTISE LOCK PREPARATION

  1. Prepare door for device and trim (see their instructions).
  2. Prepare door for mortise lock (see preparation on other side of these instructions).
  3. Change lock handing if required:

METAL DOOR PREPARATION FOR MOTRISE LOCK

WOOD DOOR PREPARATION FOR MOTRISE LOCK

TEMPLATE FOR MORTISE DEVICE (1:1)

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