Assa Abloy Norton J1600 UniTrol User manual

Non Hold Open (UL Listed)
Hold Open (H) (Not UL Listed)
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J1600 UniTrol®
Non Handed Door Closer
Top Jamb Mount
Sized
(Sizes 3,4)
UNI-J1603BC (H)
UNI-J1604BC (H)
Adjustable
(Sizes 1-6)
UNI-J1601 (H)
Hinge Edge of Door
Hinge Edge of Door
Ce produit peut vous exposer au plomb qui, dans l’état de la Californie,
est reconnu pour causer le cancer, des anomalies congénitales ou d’autres
problèmes de reproduction. Pour plus d’informations, visitez:
www.P65warnings.ca.gov.
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
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 = 1601
3 = 1603BC
4 = 1604BC
Included Components (See page 2 for mounting hardware)
UNI-J1600 (H)
Right Hand Door - RH
Left Hand Reverse - LHR
Left Hand Door - LH
Right Hand Reverse - RHR
Sleeve-nut
Rod Unit
(Arm Number Stamp)
Main Arm
Screw
Rod Screws
Forearm
Hold Open Control
Arm Foot
Main Arm
Hold Open1687Drop Plate
For low ceiling
clearance
Optional Components
Hold Open Control
(Hold Open Models)
Hold Open Control
(Hold Open Models)

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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.
• Door and frame must be properly reinforced.
Mounting Hardware Door or Frame Drill
Closer:
1/4-14 x 1-1/2 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw Wood 3/16" (4.76mm)
Closer:
1/4-20 x 3/4 Oval Flat Head Mach. Screw Metal Drill #7 (.201 dia. or 5.10mm) Tap 1/4-20
Arm Foot:
Sleeve Nut and Bolt (SNB)
Hollow Metal 9/32" (7.00mm) thru
3/8" (9.50mm) door face opposite to closer
Aluminum or Wood 3/8" (9.50mm) thru
Arm Foot:
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.
• Adjust closing time speed between 4 and 7 seconds from
90° to 0°. Use of door by handicapped, elderly or small
children may require greater closing time.
• These door closers should NOT be installed on exposed side
(weather side) of exterior doors.
• Dimensions 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.
J1600 UniTrol Arm Closer
Closer Adjustments
Latch Backcheck
Use provided 1/8" hex wrench to
turn valves.
NEVER force valves out of closer.
NEVER completely close
backcheck valve. Backcheck
is not a positive stop.
Door must be open to adjust
spring closing power. Refer to
chart.
Do not use a power drill.
Warranty will be void. Sweep
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
11
12
14
To p
Jamb
Do not over tighten
screws
Pinion Cap
Screw pinion cap onto pinion
shaft by hand or with a Phillips
screwdriver.

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J1600 UniTrol Arm - Top Jamb Mount Installation (Right Hand Shown)
Notes:
1. IMPORTANT: Installation instructions cover
either non hold open or hold open models.
2. If ceiling clearance is between 1-3/4" and
2-5/8" (44 - 67mm), use 1687 Drop Plate.
Prepare door and frame accordingly.
3. Using dimensions for hold-open or stop
angle desired, mark and drill
• Four (4) holes on frame face for closer
(or drop plate)
• Two (2) holes on door for arm foot
4. UNI1601 ONLY: Set approximate closing
power using “Spring Power Adjustment”
chart on page 2.
9-1/16
(230.2) 3/4
(19.1)
1/2
(13)
3-3/4
(95)
2
(51) 4-1/8
(104.8)
C
L
A
Hinge or Pivot
Opening Dimension A
Hold Open Stop Inches (mm)
85° 90° 9-1/8 (232)
90° 95° 8-3/8 (213)
95° 100° 7-3/4 (197)
100° 105° 7-3/8 (187)
105° 110° 6-3/4 (171)
110° 115° 6-1/2 (165)
Hollow Metal or Wood Openings Template
Aluminum Openings Template
9-1/16
(230.2) 3/4
(19.1)
1/2
(13)
3-3/4
(95)
1
(25) 4-1/8
(104.8)
C
L
A
Hinge or Pivot
1. Prepare door and frame.
Arm Identication (Stamped on Arm)
Reveal Non Hold
Open
Hold
Open
0" - 3/8"
(0 - 10mm) J6600-4 J6600-7
1/2" - 2"
(13 - 50mm) J6200-4 J6200-7
2-1/8" - 3-1/4"
(55 - 83mm) J6100-4 J6100-7
3-3/8" - 4-1/4"
(85 - 108mm) J6400-4 J6400-7
4-3/8" - 5-3/8"
(111 - 137mm) J6500-41 J6500-71
5-1/2" - 6-3/8"
(140 - 162mm) J6500-42 J6500-72
6-1/2" - 7-3/8"
(165 - 187) J6500-43 J6500-73
Arm Foot
Rod Unit
(Arm Number Stamp)
Arm Screw
Forearm
Hold-Open
(Models suffixed “H”)
Main Arm
Power Adjustment Shaft
“BC”
Pinion Cap
Reveal
Arm Foot
Rod Unit
(Arm Number Stamp)
Arm Screw
Forearm
Hold-Open
(Models suffixed “H”)
Main Arm
Power Adjustment Shaft
“BC”
Pinion Cap
Reveal

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Phone: [phone] ext: 6030
[e-mail]
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You’ve now installed the 1600 UniTrol Arm Closer - Top Jamb Mount.
🛑 Go to page 2 for closer adjustments and decorative cap installation.
S
x4
S and L valves
TOWARD hinge
2. Mount closer. 3b. Install separate arms.
RH and LH:
Position at at S
4. Connect arms and install rod screws. 5. Preload spring and tighten rod screws.
1st
2nd Rotate elbow until
forearm is perpendicular
to frame.
Rotating arm
preloads closer
spring power.
1st
2nd
3a. Remove rod unit
from slide unit.
Aluminum: Rod on bottom
Metal/Wood: Rod on top
Long side of foot always
TOWARD hinge