Assa Abloy Norton 1600 Series User manual

Non Hold Open Arm Models
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80-9316-2535-020 Rev 3 04/20
1600
Corrosion Resistant
Non Handed Door Closer
Regular Arm
Top Jamb Mount
Parallel Arm
Sized
(Sizes 3,4)
1603BCSS
1604BCSS
Adjustable
(Sizes 1-6)
1601SS
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WARNING
Regular Arm Top Jamb Mount Parallel Arm
Optional Components
Right Hand Door - RH
Left Hand Reverse - LHR
Left Hand Door - LH
Right Hand Reverse - RHR
Right Hand Door - RH
Left Hand Reverse - LHR
Left Hand Door - LH
Right Hand Reverse - RHR
Right Hand Door - RH
Left Hand Reverse - LHR
Left Hand Door - LH
Right Hand Reverse - RHR
Tools Needed
TO DETERMINE
HAND OF
YOUR DOOR:
LEFT
HAND
DOOR
RIGHT
HAND
DOOR
Right Hand
Reverse
Left Hand
Reverse
To Determine Your Hand of Door: To Identify Your Model:
1-6 = 1601SS
3 = 1603BCSS
4 = 1604BCSS
Included Components (See page 2 for mounting hardware)
1618AS Parallel
Arm Bracket
(Used with
Parallel Arm
Installation Only)
Pinion Cap
Main Arm
Pinion Screw
Screw Pack
Closer
1/8" Hex Wrench
Regular Arm/
Top Jamb Shoe
Main Arm
Connecting Rod
Forearm
Screw
Arm Assembly
Forearm T
ube
Hinge Edge of Door
Hinge Edge of Door
Hinge Edge of Door
Hinge Edge of Door

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80-9316-2535-020 Rev 3 04/20
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• For 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.
• Doors should be hung on ball bearing or anti-friction hinges.
• A separate door stop is recommended.
Mounting Hardware Door or Frame Drill
Closer, Arm Shoe or Optional PA Bracket:
1/4-14 x 1-1/2 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw Wood 3/16" (4.76mm)
Closer, Arm Shoe or Optional PA Bracket:
1/4-20 x 3/4 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw Metal Drill #7 (.201 dia. or 5.10mm)
Tap 1/4-20
Arm Shoe to Optional PA Bracket:
1/4-20 x 1/2 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw
Closer:
Sleeve Nut and Bolt (SNB)
(optional)
Hollow Metal 9/32" (7.00mm) thru
3/8" (9.50mm) door face opposite to closer
Aluminum or Wood 3/8" (9.50mm) thru
Closer:
Thru Bolt and Grommet Nut (TBGN)
(optional)
All
9/32" (7.00mm) thru
3/8" (9.50mm) dia. x 3/8" (9.500mm) deep,
door face opposite to closer
• Always consult door/frame manufacturer for fastener
compatibility.
• Door and frame must be properly reinforced.
• Adjust closing time speed between 3 and 7 seconds from
90° to 0°.
• These door closers should NOT be installed on exposed side
(weather side) of exterior doors.
• Dimensions are given in inches (millimeters).
Closer Adjustments
Do not over tighten
cap or cover screws.
Pinion Cap or Cover
Regular Arm Top Jamb Mount Parallel Arm
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.
Latch Backcheck
Use provided hex wrench
to turn valves. NEVER
force valves out of closer.
NEVER completely close
backcheck valve.
Door must be open to
adjust spring closing
power. Refer to chart. Do
not use a power drill.
Warranty will be void.
Sweep
1601SS
1600SS Non Hold Open Closer

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80-9316-2535-020 Rev 3 04/20 3
1600SS Regular Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)
Opening
To 100°
101° to 120°
*121° to 180°
7
(178)
6
(152)
3-1/2
(89)
Dimension "A"
*Door/Wall/Hardware/Jamb
conditions permitting
2. Mount closer to door.
3
6
(152)
1-3/4
(44)
1-1/4
(32)
3/4
(19) 9-1/16
(230)
7/8
(22)
A
LS
You’ve installed the 1600SS Non Hold Open Closer - Regular Arm.
🛑 Go to page 2 for closer adjustments and decorative cap or cover installation.
1. Prepare door and frame.
or
or
7-1/2%
Stronger
7-1/2% Weaker
+
-
4a. Choose arm placement
in shoe.
3. Take arms apart at elbow.
90°
4b. Install separate arms. 5. Connect arms and adjust connecting rod length to
set arm elbow 90° to door.
1st
2nd
Spring Power
Preload
Position
RH and LH:
Position at at S
A
A
Y
S
Z
B
B
x2
Connecting
arms at proper
preload position
may take several
attempts.

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90°
1600SS Top Jamb Mount Installation (Right Hand Shown)
2. Mount closer to frame.
Opening
To 100°
101° to 120°
*121° to 180°
7-1/2
(191)
6
(152)
3-1/2
(89)
Dimension "A"
*Door/Wall/Hardware/Jamb
conditions permitting
9-1/16
(230) 3/4
(19)
1/2
(13)
6
(152)
1-1/2
(38)
1-3/4
(44)
C
L
A
Top of
Door
x4
4b. Install separate arms.
You’ve now installed the 1600SS Non Hold Open Closer - Top Jamb Mount.
🛑 Go to page 2 for closer adjustments and decorative cap or cover installation.
RH and LH:
Position at at S
1. Prepare door and frame.
4a. Choose arm placement
in shoe.
or
or
7-1/2%
Stronger
+
7-1/2%
Weaker
-
1st
2nd
A
A
Y
Y
S
S
Z
Z
B
B
x2
B
B
A
A
3. Take arms apart at elbow.
Spring Power
Preload
Position
Connecting
arms at proper
preload position
may take several
attempts.
5. Connect arms and adjust connecting rod length to
set arm elbow 90° to door.

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80-9316-2535-020 Rev 3 04/20 5
1600SS Parallel Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown)
2. Close latch and sweep valves. 3. Install soft plate and
mount closer.
Door
Opening
To 100°
101° to 130°
*
131° to 180°
A
9-1/4
(235)
7-3/4
(197)
5-3/4
(146)
B
7-5/8
(194)
6-1/8
(156)
4-1/8
(105)
C
8-5/8
(219)
7-1/8
(181)
5-1/8
(130)
*
Door/Wall/Hardware/Jamb
conditions permitting
S
L
Holes for 1688
Plate only 1-1/2
(38)
7
(178) 4
(102)
2-1/8
(54) 3-1/4
(83)
1/2
(13)
3/4
(19)
9-1/16
(230) C
L
C
B
Top of
Door
Frame
2-3/4
(70) 3/8
(10)
1/2
(13)
7/16
(11)
2
(50)
A
LS
5. Remove arm shoe and install
forearm to soft plate.
6. Place main arm on closer spindle and rotate.
R
o
t
a
t
e
IMPORTANT
1. Prepare door and frame.
4. Take arms apart at elbow.

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[e-mail]
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1600SS Parallel Arm Installation (Right Hand Shown) continued
7. Remove arm and attach as shown. 8. Open latch and sweep valves.
S
L
Do not completely
open valves. Valves
will leak.
Arm under tension.
Keep ngers away
from moving parts.
You’ve now installed the 1600SS Non Hold Open Closer - Parallel Arm.
🛑 Go to page 2 for closer adjustments and decorative cap or cover installation.
A
A
Y
Y
S
S
Z
Z
B
B
A
A
Y
Y
S
S
Z
Z
B
B
Left Hand
Door
Right Hand
Door
or
Flat
Flat
RH: Position at at B
LH: Position at at A
1st
2nd
1st
2nd
9. Connect arms and adjust connecting rod
length to set arm elbow about 1-1/2"
(38mm) from door.
Spring Power
Preload
Position
Connecting
arms at proper
preload position
may take several
attempts.