HowTo Install A Door Closer

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This 3-hour fire door is required to have a closer. • These things are never fun to install, but let’s get it done. • The kit comes with a paper template that marks everything out, so I use a level to make sure it’s straight, and a punch to mark where I need to drill. • My one complaint with this kit is that it comes with Phillip’s Head screws- torques would definitely work better. • First, I install the closer arm to the top of the door jamb; then I screw the closer to the door. • These screws are a pain to use, but it’s not going anywhere. • Next, I slip the arm over the pinion shaft on the closer. • I adjust the forearm length so that it’s perpendicular at a 90-degree angle to the door- this puts preload tension on the closer. • Then, I tighten the forearm screw to hold it in place. • Finally, I put the main arm screw in to permanently attach the arm to the closer. • Let’s give it a try- you can see how it slams shut at the end. • There’s an adjustment for both the latch and the sweep of the door. • I slow down the latch speed- it shuts so much smoother now. • All that’s left to do is to put on this plastic cover. • Thanks so much for watching -If you haven’t yet subscribed, please consider doing so. ‪@hausplans‬ • #build #howto #door #doorcloser #tools #construction #diy #contractor

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