
8. Strike Plate Installation
SD7 - CARE & MAINTENANCE
Installation
The product must be installed according to the instructions
included in the product packaging and the door should be
apertured according to the door “cut-out” dimensions and
tolerances shown.
Prior to fitting ensure that:
Doors stored on site are stored in a clean dry area free from
cement, lime, paint, acid etc.
During fitting of the lock ensure that:
• No metal swarf or other contaminants enter the lock body.
• The fixing screws do not damage the product finish.
• Ensure that screws are not overtightened. Especially when
using power tools
After installation of the door ensure that:
• The door is correctly adjusted with the correct clearances.
• The lock engages the strike plate correctly.
• The door is protected from building fall-out such as wet
plaster, mortar, paint and welding splatter.
If the door becomes contaminated:
• Do not paint the lock body or faceplate.
• Remove wet plaster, cement, mortar and other droppings
immediately, using ample clean water and a sponge or rag, to
avoid permanent staining or scratching of the product finish.
• If removal is delayed and scraping becomes necessary the
surface finish may suffer.
Maintenance
• Annually inspect the door to confirm that the door operates
with the correct clearances, closes and opens without
obstruction and confirm that the lock beak slides easily into
the strike plate aperture when the door is closed - adjust the
door if necessary.
• Annually check that when the door is closed, the lock can be
locked by key and by the snib lever.
• Quarterly wipe the strike plates with a soapy rag to remove
built up debris and to lubricate the strike plate.
NOTE : The lock assembly has been lubricated for life, and
should not be disassembled by the user.
Cleaning Powder Coatings
Every six months, powder coated surfaces should be cleaned to
protect the finish. However, in areas where pollutants are more
prevalent, especially in coastal or industrial regions, cleaning
should be carried out every two to three months.To clean the
powder coated surface:
• Carefully remove any loose deposits with a wet sponge.
• Use a soft brush (non abrasive) or cloth and a mild household
detergent solution to remove dust, salt and other deposits. Do
not use steel wool, scrapers, scouring liquids or powders to
remove deposits as these permanently scratch the coating
surface.
• Rinse of with clean fresh water
• Fit the strike plate into the lock.
• Close the door until the strike plate reaches the recieving channel.
• Mark the position of the strike plate on the channel.
• Open the door and install the strike plate with two #10x 13mm pan
head screws.
NOTE: Place the screws in the centre of the slots to allow for
adjustment.
• Test that the strike plate engages the lock correctly and adjust if
necessary.
receiving channel
strike plate
Allegion (Australia) Pty Ltd
Freephone: 1800 098 094
www.ausloc.com
Allegion (New Zealand) Limited
Freephone: 0800 477 869
www.allegion.co.nz
SD7 PDAU0002 V2.0 25 July, 2023
Allegion (Australia) Pty Ltd
Freephone: 1800 098 094
ausloc.com
Allegion (New Zealand) Pty Ltd
Phone: 0800 477 869
allegion.co.nz