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17.1 Push Arm Backplate Mounting
Mount backplate, push arm application for Companion door installation.
[Refer to Fig. 17.1.1 and Fig. 17.1.2 in original manual]
| Measurement Description | Inches | Metric [mm] |
|---|---|---|
| Axle Centerline to Edge | 8 9/16” | [216.7] |
| Vertical Spacing A | 1” | [25.4] |
| Vertical Spacing B | 1 7/8” | [48] |
| Vertical Spacing C | 1 1/16” | [26.9] |
| Spacer | 9/16” | [13.5] |
| Axle Centerline (Secondary) | 5 3/4” | [146.3] |
NOTICE: Template documents a Left Hand (LH) push installation. Template must be mirrored for a Right Hand (RH) push installation.
Installation Steps
- Using backplate template (Fig. 17.1.1 and 17.1.2), locate left hand and right hand backplate mounting holes on door frame/wall.
- Place backplate on door frame/wall and align with the mounting hole locations.
- Check hinge pin centerline to edge of backplate distance.
- Check backplate for level; adjust if necessary.
- Mark backplate mounting hole locations.
- Remove backplate and drill holes based on fastener selected for door frame/wall material.
- Reference Para. 2.1 for backplate mounting screw kit.
- Use appropriate wall anchors if required.
- Place backplate on door frame/wall and secure with fasteners.
17.2 Install 8816 Closer on Backplate
Push arm mounting application.
Required Parts
| Item | Description | Part Number |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Backplate, ED operator companion | DC3468-050 |
| 2 | Companion closer adapter | DC3468-070 |
| 3 | #4 x 1/4-20 x 5/8" Philips flat head screw | DF0399-00G |
| 4 | 1/4-20 x 1" Philips FHMS undercut | DF3101-01Z |
| 5 | Door closer, 8816 | 08210970 |
NOTICE: Verify closer spring size prior to installation.
NOTICE: For push arm application, use PUSH (J) mounting holes (see Fig. 17.2.3).
17.3 Push Arm Installation
17.3.1 Push Arm Hardware
Reference Para. 9.2 for push arm hardware details.
17.3.2 Attach Drive Arm to Closer
CAUTION: Door must be fully closed!
WARNING: Use caution when working in proximity of door and push arm!
- Insert axle extension (Fig. 17.3.2) into drive arm.
- Move arm to 8816, inserting arm into 8816 pinion at a 90° angle.
- Insert M8 SHCS through drive arm and axle extension. Thread SHCS into 8816 pinion and tighten.
NOTICE: Use torque wrench (25 ft-lbs) to tighten SHCS to 17 ft-lb [23 Nm].
17.3.3 to 17.3.6: Adjustment Arm and Shoe Installation
- 1: 10-24 x 1 1/2" pan head Philips slotted barrel nut (DF2718-01Z)
- 2: 10-24 x 1/2" pan head Philips screw (DF3278-01Z)
- Drill holes: Drill two holes in door for adjustment arm shoe fasteners. Reference push arm installation template (Chapter 16) for location.
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Install adjustment arm: Fasten adjustment arm assembly to door. Ensure arm is at installation height as shown on template.
Check: Check shoe for level as fasteners are tightened.
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Connect adjustment arm to drive arm:
- Loosen the two adjustment M6 x 10 mm flanged button head screws.
- Using square, position adjustment arm assembly at 90° angle to door.
- Adjust length of adjustment arm until drive arm ball head is aligned with adjustment arm socket.
- Insert adjustment arm ball head into drive arm socket.
- Secure adjustment arm position by tightening the two M6 x 10 mm flanged button head screws.
- Install covers: Install shoe screw covers.
CAUTION: Maintain adjustment arm assembly at a 90° angle to door. Recheck after tightening.
17.3.7 Door Closer Adjustments
Please reference Chapter 19 for door closer adjustments.