SARGENT A7386E Door Closer Holder Arm Installation Guide

SARGENT A7386E Door Closer Holder Arm

Product Specifications :

• Model: 351 Door Closer with P10/PH10 Holder Arm
• Adjustable Size: 1 thru 6
• Handedness: Non-handed for 351 Closers and P10 Arm, Handed for PH10 Arm

Product Usage Instructions

1. Hole Marking and Preparation:
   Locate and mark holes using the provided template or measurements. Ensure proper pre-drilling of holes for screws.

2. Door Closer Installation:
   Install the door closer to the door with the spring adjustment nut away from the hinge. Ensure correct orientation based on door hand.

3. Foot Bracket Attachment:
   Attach the foot bracket to the door stop using the specified holes and spacers when required. Secure with a minimum of 5 screws.

4. Arm Assembly:
   Preassemble the arm before attaching it to the stop. Ensure proper orientation based on door hand.\

5. Pivot Installation:
   Open the door and install the pivot as shown. Secure the pivot\ and arms with screws, ensuring proper indexing for correct functionality.

6. Closing Speed Adjustment:
   Use a hex socket wrench to adjust closing speeds as needed within the specified ranges based on door width and type.

7. Cover Installation:
   Install the cover as shown to protect internal components.

8. Adjustment of Hold Open Arm (PH10 Arm Only):
   Use a wrench to slightly tighten or loosen the hold open nut to adjust the holding position of the door. Always use a door stop to protect walls and trim.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

• Q: What should I do if my door closer is hard to open or does not latch properly?
  A: Adjust the closing power by turning the spring adjusting nut as recommended in the provided chart based on door width and type.

• Q: How do I ensure proper functionality of the door closer?
  A: Follow the installation instructions carefully, ensure correct orientation, indexing, and secure all components properly.

351 DOOR CLOSER WITH P10/PH10 HOLDER ARM
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
351 SERIES ADJUSTABLE FROM SIZE 1 THRU 6
CAUTION : FAILURE TO INSTALL OR ADJUST PROPERLY MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE. FOR ASSISTANCE, CALL SARGENT AT 1-800-727-5477.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. LOCATE AND MARK HOLES USING FULL SIZE TEMPLATE OR MEASURE AS SHOWN BELOW. NOTE : FOR MAXIMUM POWER, INSTALL FOR 120° OPENING. FOR 180° OPENING, SEE TEMPLATE ON PAGE 4.

2. INSTALL DOOR CLOSER TO DOOR WITH SPRING ADJUSTMENT NUT AWAY FROM HINGE.
   NOTE : 351 CLOSER BODIES ARE NON-HANDED. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE CLOSER BODY IS INSTALLED WITH “RH” SYMBOL AT TOP FOR RIGHT HAND DOORS, “LH” SYMBOL AT TOP FOR LEFT HAND DOORS.
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3. ATTACH FOOT BRACKET TO DOOR STOP.

   • ALTERNATE: PREASSEMBLE ARM PRIOR TO ATTACHING TO STOP
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4. A ROTATE BOTTOM SPINDLE 45° WITH WRENCH

   • B ASSEMBLE MAIN ARM WITH INDEX MARK POSITIONED AS SHOWN
   • C SECURE WITH SCREW AND WASHER
   • WARNING : IF NOT PROPERLY INDEXED, DOOR CLOSER WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.
   • ALTERNATE METHOD: ATTACH PREASSEMBLED ARM

5. A. OPEN DOOR AND INSTALL PIVOT AS SHOWN
   B. USE SCREW TO SECURE PIVOT AND ARMS AS SHOWN

ACCESSORIES

• OPTIONAL: USE MORTISE NUTS (#4TB) WHEN THRU-BOLTING IS REQUIRED.
• SEE PAGE 1 FOR TEMPLATING DIMENSIONS
• 125 VF BRACKET FOR FLUSH FRAME AND DOOR CONDITION
• 351-D DROP PLATE USED WITH NARROW TOP RAILS
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Adjusting Closing Speeds

• Adjust door speed and latching speed valves to achieve the desired closing time.
• Recommend 6 seconds minimum from 90° to the closed position.
• If Backcheck is required, adjust valve to achieve a slight cushioning effect. Auxiliary stop required. If closer is equipped with delayed action, regulate valve to achieve the desired delay.

Adjust closing power to the minimum required to reliably close and latch door.

• If door is hard to open, decrease power slightly.
• If door does not latch, increase power as required.
• Use the chart as a starting point.
•  Doors adjusted with high closing power to overcome strong draft conditions may exceed ADA standards.
• INSTALL COVER AS SHOWN
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• ADJUSTMENT OF HOLD OPEN ARM (PH10 ARM ONLY)
• SLIGHT TIGHTENING OR LOOSENING OF HOLD OPEN NUT CHANGES HOLDING POSITION OF DOOR
• NOTE : ALWAYS USE A DOOR STOP TO STOP DOOR PROTECTING WALL AND TRIM
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NOTES:

1. REINFORCE METAL DOORS AND FRAMES PER ANSI A250-8 AND SDI-100 STANDARDS, 12 GAUGE RECOMMENED.
2. DIM. “A” AND “B ARE TAKEN FROM THE EDGE OF THE DOOR F
3. OR INVISIBLE HINGES FOR THIN RAIL DOORS, USE 351-D PLATE, SEE TEMPLATE A6745.
4.  LEFT HAND DOOR SHOWN. RIGHT HAND OPPOSITE.

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