Assa Abloy 281 Series User manual

Legacy Friction Hold Open Arm
NOTE: Legacy FHO
arm has installation
orientation.See
80-9300-0010-000,
available online.
H8 Mortise Friction Hold Open Arm
NOTE: H8 arm is handed same as door.
See template A7233, available online.
PH4 Friction Hold Open Arm
NOTE: PH4 parallel arm is used for flush
frame applications. See template A7229,
available online.
To Determine Your Hand of Door:
LEFT
HAND
DOOR
RIGHT
HAND
DOOR
Right Hand
Reverse
Left Hand
Reverse
Tools Needed
To Identify Your Closer:
Model ID:
+ = optional DA
Manufacture Date:
Week / Year
Top Jamb Mount
Closer mounts on frame of stop side of door
Right Hand Door - RH
Left Hand Door - LH
Parallel Arm Mount
Closer mounts on stop side of door
Right Hand Door - RHLeft Hand Door - LH
Standard Mount
Closer mounts on hinge side of door
Right Hand Door - RH Left Hand Door - LH
Included
Components
Screw
Pack
1/8" Hex
Wrench
281 Case
Plastic or
Metal Cover
Removable
Insert
Mounting
Bracket
Foot Bracket
Used with PH9
Parallel Arm Only
Foot
Assembly
Main Arm &
Swivel Assembly
Swivel Arm
Screw
Foot
Dial
Dial Screw
Arm
Mounting
Screw
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A7313E 12/22 Rev 5
Installation Instructions
281 Series
Non Handed Door Closer
281 Series Hold Open Arm Models (25-H, 25-HZ, 25-HZA, 25-PH9), Adjustable from Sizes 1 thru 6, Complies with ADA Requirements.
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yFor special applications, a separate door and frame preparation
template is packed with these instructions. Use this instruction
sheet for installation sequence and closer adjustments only.
yDoors should be hung on ball bearing or anti-friction hinges.
yA separate door stop is recommended.
yAlways consult door/frame manufacturer for fastener compatibility.
yDoor and frame must be properly reinforced.
yAdjust closing time speed between 3 and 6 seconds from 90°
to Close. Greater closing times may be required for elderly or
handicapped.
yDO NOT install closer on exposed side (weather side) of exterior
doors. Warranty will be void.
yDimensions are given in inches (millimeters).
ATTENTION:
An incorrectly installed or improperly adjusted door closer can
cause property damage or personal injury. These installation
instructions should be followed to avoid the possibility of
misapplication or misadjustment.
Accessories
Mortise Nut and Screw Detail
Top jamb and corner bracket applications: Door closer
foot will be attached to the door in a manner similar
to that shown for mounting the case.
Appropriate mortise nuts and screws will be supplied
based on door thickness.
Door construction must provide a bridge type
reinforcement to prevent the door rail from collapsing
when screws are tightened.
If distance between door stop and center of mortise nut head is less than
7/8" (22mm), stop must be cut to clear head or head must be recessed.
281W Corner Bracket
Standard Mount
(secured to jamb on stop side of door)
May be used to keep closer inside of
building on an exterior door or to
obtain full 180° door opening
Holes for optional
Mortise Nut mounting
*Mounting Hardware Door or Frame Drill
Case, Foot or Optional PH9 Bracket:
#12 x 1-1/2 Phillips Flat Head Self Drilling
Tapping Screw Wood 3/32" (2.38mm)
Case, Foot or Optional PH9 Bracket:
#12 x 1-1/2 Phillips Flat Head Wood Screw
Case, Foot or Optional PH9 Bracket:
#12-24 x 5/8 Phillips Flat Head Machine Screw Metal Drill #16 (.177) Tap 12-24
Case and/or Foot:
Mortise Nut
(optional)
Hollow Metal 1/4" (6.00mm) thru
3/8" (9.50mm) door face opposite to closer
Aluminum or Wood 3/8" (9.50mm) thru
* Security Torx screws supplied upon request, not shown
281J Cover Plate
Standard or Parallel Mount
May be used when closer is mounted
on a narrow rail to improve
appearance when viewed through
glass
281B Mounting Plate
Top Jamb Mount
For low ceiling conditions
or narrow frame face
281D Drop Bracket
Parallel Arm Mount
For narrow top rail
conditions 2-1/2" (63.5)
minimum top rail required
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281 Series
Installation Instructions
Non Handed Closer
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1. Prepare door and frame.
2. Mount bracket and case to door. 3a. Remove dial
from foot.
4. Connect arms, preload spring
and tighten swivel arm screw.
3b. Install separate arms.
You’ve installed the 281 Hold Open Closer - Standard Mount.
🛑 Go to page 7 for closer adjustments and cover installation.
RH and LH:
Index mark at 2
1st
3rd 2nd
RH: Clockwise
to tighten.
LH:
Counterclockwise
to tighten.
1st
3rd
2nd
5. Set Hold Open. Keep door open in position
until dial screw secures dial.
Arm
Type Mounting Max Door Opening **Dim A **Dim B
H
Holder
Standard 105° 7-3/4 (197) 13-1/4 (336.5)
Alternate *160° 4-1/2 (114) 10 (254)
NOTES:
1. IMPORTANT: Alternate mounting is recommended for ADA
compliant doors. Use Alternate mounting if door can open
beyond limits shown for standard mounting. See Data Sheet
A7226 for more template details.
2. *If butt, frame, and wall conditions permit, door will open 180°.
3. ** Dimension is taken from hinge edge of door for invisible
hinges. Butt, offset, swing clear, center hung or invisible hinges.
4. Use screws provided or use mortise nuts when required. See
chart on page 2.
LH and RH:
Bracket arrow UP
LH and RH:
Spring
Adjustment
Screw AWAY
from hinge
Dial DOWN
Left and Right Hand
1st
2nd
Rotate elbow
until Foot
Assembly arm is
perpendicular
to frame.
Rotating Main
arm preloads closer
spring power.
3rd
Secure arms
with Swivel
Arm Screw.
281 Standard Mount - H Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)
Spring
Adjustment
Screw
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LH and RH:
Bracket arrow
DOWN
281 Top Jamb Mount - H, HZ, HZA Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)
1. Prepare door and frame.
3b. Install separate arms.
You’ve now installed the 281 Hold Open Closer - Top Jamb Mount.
🛑 Go to page 7 for closer adjustments and cover installation.
Dial DOWN
Left and Right
Hand
Arm
Type
Reveal
Depth *Dim A Range of Door Holding
Max Door
Opening
H Arm 0 to 2
(0 to 51)
9-5/16
(236.5) 80-180° 180°
HZ Arm 2-1/8 to 5
(54 to 127)
10-1/8
(257) 80-140° 140°
HZA
Arm
5-1/8 to 8
(130 to 203)
10-15/16
(278) 80-130° 130°
NOTES:
1. IMPORTANT: Use Alternate mounting if door can open beyond limits shown for
standard mounting. See Data Sheet A7247 for more template details.
2. * Dimension is taken from hinge edge of door for invisible hinges.
3. ** Dimension may be reduced to 3/8" (9.5) min. if rail on top casing is narrow or low
ceiling condition exists. Foot should be moved accordingly.
4. Use screws provided or use mortise nuts when required. See chart on page 2.
1st
2nd
3rd
Rotate elbow
until Main arm
is 45° to frame.
Rotating Main arm
preloads closer spring
power.
3rd
1st
3rd
1st
2nd
RH: Clockwise
to tighten.
LH: Counterclockwise
to tighten.
2nd
5. Set Hold Open. Keep door open in position
until dial screw secures dial.
4. Connect arms, preload spring
and tighten swivel arm screw.
Secure arms
with Swivel
Arm Screw.
2. Mount bracket and case to frame. 3a. Remove dial
from foot.
LH and RH:
Spring Adjustment
Screw AWAY from
hinge
RH and LH:
Index mark at 2
Spring
Adjustment
Screw
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281 Series
Installation Instructions
Non Handed Closer
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281 Parallel Arm Mount - PH9 Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)
1. Prepare door and frame.
5. Install foot assembly to foot bracket
and case to mounting bracket.
Dial DOWN
Left and Right Hand
4. Remove dial
from foot.
Max Door
Opening
**Dim
A
**Dim
B
120° 4-1/2
(114)
10-1/2
(267)
*180° 1-5/8
(41)
7-5/8
(194)
NOTES:
1. *Do not use this mounting for swing clear hinges.
2. ** Dimension is taken from hinge edge of door for
invisible hinges. Butt, offset, swing clear, center hung
or invisible hinges.
3. ***Dimension may be reduced by 1/2" (13) to avoid
door trim.
4. Use screws provided or use mortise nuts when
required. See chart on page 2.
LH and RH:
Bracket arrow UP
LH and RH:
Spring Adjustment Screw TOWARDS hinge
2. Close latching speed and
closing speed valves.
3. Install foot bracket to frame stop and
mounting bracket to door.
IMPORTANT
Latching
Speed
Closing
Speed
6. Rotate bottom case spindle.
Wrench or main
arm may be
used to rotate
spindle.
Spring
Adjustment
Screw
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Left Hand
Door
Right Hand
Door
Index Mark
on Spindle
Index Mark
on Spindle
or
You’ve now installed the 281 Hold Open Closer - Parallel Arm Mount.
🛑 Go to page 7 for closer adjustments and cover installation.
7. Attach Main arm as shown. 8. Open latching speed and closing speed valves.
9. Connect arms, preload spring and
tighten swivel arm screw.
10. Set Hold Open.
Do not completely
open valves. Valves
will leak.
Arm under
tension. Keep
fingers away from
moving parts.
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
Rotating arm
preloads closer
spring power.
Keep door open in position
until dial screw secures dial.
1st
3rd3rd
2nd
RH: Clockwise
to tighten.
LH: Counter-
clockwise to
tighten.
2nd
1st
1st
2nd
RH: Position
index mark at 5
LH: Position
index mark at 4
Latching
Speed
Closing
Speed
281 Parallel Arm Mount - PH9 Arm Installation continued (Right Hand Shown)
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Installation Instructions
Non Handed Closer
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Latching Speed Backcheck
Closing Speed
Cover Mounting
Screw Hole
Delayed Action
(Optional)
Standard Mount shown
Parallel Arm Mount similar
Use provided 1/8" hex wrench to turn valves.
NEVER force valves out of closer.
NEVER completely close backcheck valve.
NEVER use backcheck as a door stop.
Closer Adjustments
281 Hold Open Closer
Do not over tighten
cover screws.
Place removable insert in
unused cover opening.
Cover Attachment
Door must be open to adjust spring closing
power. Use 1/4" Allen wrench to turn screw.
Do not use a power drill. Warranty will be
void.
Adjust closing time speed between 3
and 6 seconds from 90° to Close. Greater
closing times may be required for elderly or
handicapped
If interior doors do not have to comply with
ADA requirements, exterior door settings
are recommended. Where strong drafts
exist, increase spring power as needed by
turning spring adjustment screw clockwise.
If necessary, reduce spring power by turning
screw counterclockwise.
Top Jamb Mount
Cover Mounting
Screw Hole
Number of Spring Power Nut Turns From Factory Setting
(Use as Guide ONLY)
Door
Width
Exterior Interior
Standard/
Top Jamb
Parallel Standard/
Top Jamb
Parallel
24" Factory Set 2-7 CW
1-5 CCW 1-5 CCW
30" 1-5 CW
32" 7-11 CW
36" 5-8 CW
40"
11-15
CW
Factory Set
42" 8-13 CW Factory Set
44"
1-8 CW46" 13-15 CW 15-17
CW 1-5 CW
48"
over 48" up to 19 CW 5 CW & up 8 CW & up
Insert
Insert
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Installation Instructions
Non Handed Closer
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A7313E 12/22 Rev 5
Attention Installer: Improper installation
may result in damage to the product and
void the factory warranty.
WARNING
WARNING
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.
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