Assa Abloy Rixson 73ER User manual

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Model 73ER Overhead Concealed Closer
With Emergency Release Hinge
Non-Hold Open and Hold Open
Metal Frame Installation Instructions
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SURFACE FINISH
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CONFIGURATION
D001151786-007
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DRAWING NUMBER (ALT ID)
VOLUME
1594.634 in³
SURFACE AREA
5574.144 in²
SIZE
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DATE CREATED
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ASSA ABLOY Accessories and
Door Controls Group, Inc.
These instructions utilize Markar and Pemko Anti-Barricade
Rescue Hardware, supplied separately, to illustrate an emergency
release hinge installation. For other manufacturers’ hinge and/or
stop products, please consult Rixson Support for templating and
installation modifications.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This product can expose you to lead which is known to the state of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING
Model 73ER, Emergency Release Hinge Hung
Tools Needed
Slider
(90253)
Optional Hold Open
Assembly (90254)
Closer Body
73 LAP
70202- (nish)
Cover Plate
Arm
70218- (nish)
Track
(90239)
Non Hold Open
Stop Block
(90255)
Slider Centering
Hub (70219)
Retrot Track Spacer and
Screws, Optional (90260)
Not for new installation. Replacement
only. Consult factory.
Components
(Supplied fasteners shown on page 3)
Phillips
Screwdriver
Tape
Measure
Framing
Square
Hex Wrenches
5/16" 3/8"
Flathead
Screwdriver Pencil
3/16"
for Wood
1/4-20
#7
for Metal
AND
Drill
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Mounting Hardware Door / Frame Drill
Closer:
#14 x 1-1/2" Wood 3/16" (4.76mm)
Closer:
1/4-20 x 5/8" Metal Drill #7 (.201 dia. or 5.10mm) Tap 1/4-20
Track:
#14 x 1-1/4" Aluminum or Wood 3/16" (4.76mm)
Track:
1/4-20 x 7/16" Hollow Metal Drill #7 (.201 dia. or 5.10mm) Tap 1/4-20
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Model 73ER, Metal Frame
Before You Begin:
IMPORTANT:
• All dimensions are given in inches (millimeters).
• A double swing continuous geared hinge, supplied
by others, is required to hang door. Combining
a separate emergency release stop, supplied by
others, with this hinge is ideal. Refer to installation
instructions with hinge and emergency release
stop products to install.
• An improperly installed or incorrectly adjusted door closer may cause property damage or personal injury and
will void product warranty.
• To avoid personal injury, DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THIS DOOR CLOSER BODY.
• Door closers must be securely fastened to a prepared door and frame with fasteners provided.
• HOLD OPEN option not permitted to be installed in re door assemblies.
Contents
Important.............................................................................................. 2
Before You Begin ....................................................................................... 2
Mounting Hardware and Drill Table ..................................................................... 2
Supplied Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installation............................................................................................. 4
Adjustments ........................................................................................... 7
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 8
Closer Template, Metal Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
• These instructions utilize Markar and Pemko Anti-
Barricade Rescue Hardware, supplied separately, to
illustrate an emergency release hinge installation.
For other manufacturers’ hinge and/or stop products,
please consult Rixson Support for templating and
installation modications.
• Door and frame must be reinforced for attaching
screws.
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Model 73ER, Metal Frame
Closer Screw Pack
(90241)
Closer Track Screw Kit
(90242)
Arm Screw Pack
(70251-nish)
Cover Plate Screw Pack
(90278-nish)
Supplied Fasteners
6x
6-32 x 1/4"
PFHMS
Cover
4x
1/4-20 x 5/8"
PFHMS
Closer Body
4x
1/4-20 x 7/16"
PFHUCMS
Track
4x
#14 x 1-1/4"
PFHWS
Track
4x
#14 x 1-1/2"
PFHWS
Closer Body
5/32"
Hex
Wrench
1/8"
Hex
Wrench
3/16"
Hex
Wrench
2x
10-24 x 3/8"
SHSS
Arm Attach
1x
Conical
Washer
Arm Attach
1x
10-24 x 1-1/2"
SHCS
Arm Clamp
2x
1/4-20 x 3/4"
FH-Allen w/NP
Arm Attach
3/32"
Hex
Wrench
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Model 73ER, Metal Frame
3/32
(2)
Top of Door
A. Prepare frame and door.
1. Using templates supplied with double swing hinge
and emergency release stop products, prepare door
and frame. (Figure 1)
NOTE: These instructions illustrate the Markar
DSH1000 hinge and the Pemko DSHP01
hinge with Pemko ERS or ERSMP stop. For
comprehensive information about those
products, please visit assaabloydooraccessories.
us. For other manufacturers’ hinge and/or stop
products, please consult Rixson Support for
templating and installation modifications.
2. Using template provided with these instructions,
prepare frame header and door for closer. (Figure 2)
3. Conrm all cutout dimensions for closer.
NOTE: Closer is installed centered to closed door.
Depending on application, it may not be centered
in width of frame header.
Installation
Figure 1
B. Install hinge and emergency release stop.
1. Verify frame is square and plumb.
2. Using manufactures’ installation instructions, mount
hinge and frame stop supplied by others.
3. Mount door to leave 3/32" (2) gap between top of
door and frame header. (Figure 3)
NOTE: Door should swing freely.
Metal Frame
Markar DHS1000
Double Swing Hinge
Pemko Emergency
Release Stop
C. Assemble track.
1. Slide track components into track.
(Figure 4)
NOTE:
• All track components must be placed in track
before installing track into door.
• Insert slider into track first.
• Stop block (or optional hold open) should be
last component at hinge side of door.
• The longer end of slider should be pointed
towards hinge side of door.
Non Hold Open Track Components
Optional Hold Open Track Components
Slider
Slider
Figure 2
Figure 4
Figure 3
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Model 73ER, Metal Frame
OR
D. Install track to door.
1. Make sure slider and track components
are installed prior to installing track to
door. See Step C.
2. Install track into top of door using
either four (4) 1/4-20 x 7/16" machine
screws for metal doors or four (4)
#14 x 1-1/4" wood screws for wood
doors. (Figure 5).
NOTE: If necessary, use optional
retrofit spacer (replacement
application only, consult factory).
E. Install closer.
1. Install closer into frame with four (4)
1/4-20 x 5/8" machine screws.
(Figure 6)
NOTE: Mounting plate should be flush
with frame rabbet.
F. Install cover plate.
1. Install cover plate to closer body with
six (6) 6-32 x 1/4" machine screws.
(Figure 7)
Figure 6
Figure 7
Figure 8
G. Attach arm to closer.
1. Attach arm to closer shaft with
1/4-20 x 3/4" FH-Allen w/Nylon Patch
screw and washer. Tighten securely.
(Figure 8)
NOTE: Ensure countersink recess
side of arm faces down.
2. Insert 10-24 x 1-1/2" socket head
cap screw into arm and clamp arm
tightly to pinion square. (Figure 8)
Arm Clamp
Screw
Optional
Retrot Track
Spacer
1/4-20 x 7/16 FHPMS (4 each)
or 14 x 1-1/4 FHPWS (4 each)
Hinge
Side
Arm Screw and
Conical Washer
Countersink
Recess
Figure 5
Installation
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Model 73ER, Metal Frame
Dimension
Varies With Frame
And Door Thickness
2" (51mm)
ERS Device
Side
Closer
Optional Retro
Track Spacer
H. Attach arm to track.
1. With provided 1/8" hex wrench, completely
tighten latch and sweep valves by turning
clockwise. This will allow for an easier closer-
to-door connection. (Figure 9)
CAUTION: Arm will be under strong spring force
to return if valves are not tightened completely
closed.
2. Open door to about 45° then rotate arm over
to door.
NOTE:
• With latch and sweep valves tightened,
arm will maintain position.
• If door is opened beyond 45°, backcheck
may need to be adjusted counter
clockwise to easily rotate arm to door
position.
3. Install slider centering hub through arm into
slider. (Figure 10)
NOTE: Countersink recess should face up.
4. Align hub initially as shown and insert two
(2) 10-24 x 3/8" Adjustment Set screws. Turn
both set screws just enough to retain slider
centering hub. Do not tighten rmly at this
time. (Figure 11)
NOTE: Align square shank of slider with
square in centering hub for proper fitment.
5. Insert arm attach screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4" FH-Allen
w/Nylon Patch, and tighten. (Figure 10)
6. Open latch and sweep valves to allow door to
close and observe door and frame alignment.
If door is not resting against emergency stop
release device when closed, reopen door
and use 5/16" hex wrench to rotate slider
centering hub until door comes to rest
against ERS device. (Figure 12)
NOTE:
DO NOT fully open valves. Valves will leak.
7. When door is completely aligned, tighten
both adjustment set screws.
Figure 10
Sweep
Latch 1 = Left Hand
Latch 2 = Right Hand
Backcheck
Figure 9
Slider
Centering Hub
Slider
Adjustment
Set Screws
Figure 11
Adjustment Hex
Door
Frame
Figure 12
Arm Attach
Screw
Adjustment Set Screw
Adjustment
Set Screw
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Model 73ER, Metal Frame
Adjustments
Latch SpeedBackcheck Sweep Speed
Spring Power Adjustment for Closing Force
(Closer shipped at lowest setting)
Model 73ER
Closer
Size Description Approx # of 360° Turns
12 - 3 lbs
Closing Force 0
23 - 5 lbs
Closing Force 15
35 -8 lbs
Closing Force 35
48+ lbs
Closing Force 50
Speed Adjustment
Use provided 1/8" hex wrench to adjust sweep,
latch and backcheck valves to control speed of
door. (Figure 13)
NEVER completely close backcheck valve.
NEVER use backcheck as a dead stop.
NEVER fully open valves. Valves will leak.
Do not use a power drill.
Warranty will be void.
Closing Force Adjustment
If additional force is needed, use 3/8" hex
wrench to adjust closing force. (Figure 14)
Use spring adjustment screw that corresponds
with hand of swing. (Figure 13)
Do not use a power drill.
Warranty will be void.
All 73 Series closers are factory set to minimum
force. Adjust closer as necessary for more force
taking into consideration door size, weight,
positive room pressure, etc.
5° 5°
0°
75°
Figure 13
Figure 14
Set
Screws
Locking Tab
Slider
Optional Hold Open Adjustment
1. Insert locking tab of hold open assembly
into track slider. (Figure 15)
NOTE: Hold open assembly should be on
hinge side of track slider.
2. Open door to desired hold open position.
3. Tighten hold open set screws to lock down
hold open assembly. (Figure 15)
4. Pull door in closing direction to disengage
hold open assembly and track slider.
5. Adjust hold open by turning adjustment
screw with provided 3/16" hex wrench.
(Figure 15)
NOTE: THIS FEATURE CANNOT BE USED ON
FIRE-RATED DOORS
You’ve now installed the Model 73ER Overhead Concealed Closer.
Figure 15
Holding Force Adjustment Screw
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Rixson Technical Product Support:
Monroe, NC 28112 USA
Phone: [phone] ext: 6030
[e-mail]
rixson.com
Troubleshooting
Symptom Cause Remedy
Door won’t latch
Spring tension not strong enough Increase opening force.
See Adjustments section.
Latch speed control not fast enough Adjust latch speed valve.
See Adjustments section.
Door hung on products other than
emergency release hinges specied
Send template for hanging means
to factory. A new installation sheet
is required. Closer may need to be
relocated.
Arm is not preloaded See Step H. Attach Arm to Track
Door is too difcult to open Spring tension is set too strong Decrease opening force.
See Adjustments section.
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Model 73ER Overhead Concealed Closer Template
With Emercency Release Hinge
Metal Frame
Pemko DSHP01 or Markar DSH1000
7
16
"
11mm
FRAME RABBET TO CLOSER
TAB MOUNT SURFACE
CLOSER MOUNTING TABS
61
4
"
159mm
18 1
4
"
464mm
3 4
"
19mm
5 8
"
16mm
2X 2
3 4
"
70mm
4X 1/4-20 UNC x 5/8"
CLOSER MOUNTING HOLES
3 8
"
10mm
17 1
2
"
445mm
33
4
"
95mm
CLOSER CUTOUT WIDTH
23 5
8
"
600mm
11
4
"
32mm
1"
25mm
13
4
"
44mm
MIN
HINGE DIMENSIONS
FRAME RABBET
TO DOOR
63
8
"
162mm
16 1
8
"
410mm
21 1
2
"
546mm
22 1
2
"
572mm
51
16
"
129mm
21
8
"
54mm
2"
51mm
C
L
OF TRACK, DOOR, AND CLOSER
EMERGENCY
STOP RELEASE
17 1
4
"
438mm
1 2
"
13mm
ARM CUTOUT BOTH SIDES
A
49
16
"
116mm
DOOR
BOTTOM OF DOOR MORTISE
53
4
"
146mm
FRAME WIDTH
15
8
"
41mm
CLOSER HEIGHT
3/32"
2.4mm
DOOR TO FRAME
CLEARANCE
A
13
4
"
44mm
FRAME MIN.
DIMENSION
VARIES WITH FRAME
AND DOOR THICKNESS
2"
51mm
ERS DEVICE
SIDE
13
4
"
44mm
DOOR THICKNESS SHOWN
1 2
"
13mm
CLOSER
OPTIONAL RETRO
TRACK SPACER
CLOSER
MOUNTING TAB
NOTES:
RH DOOR SHOWN
1.
3/32" DOOR TO SOFFIT CLEARANCE REQUIRED.
2.
REINFORCING PER ANSI/SDI-100
3.
RECOMMENDED FOR HOLLOW METAL DOORS & FRAMES. AUXILIARY STOP RECOMMENDED.
4.
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
5.
C
PRODUCT:
TEMPLATE NUMBER:
DATE:
73ER OHC CLOSER
OC70203
09/2021
MODEL 73ER OVERHEAD CONCEALED CLOSER W/ EMERGENCY RELEASE HINGE, METAL FRAME PEMKO DSHP01 OR MARKAR DSH1000
MAX. DEGREE OF OPENING 73ER NON HOLD OPEN (100
)
73ER NON HOLD OPEN WITH TRACK STOP (100
)
73ER HOLD OPEN (100
)
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"A" Dimension
Standard Appilcation
1-1/8" (28.5)
Retrofit Track Option
1-7/16" (36.5)
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