Dormakaba TENSOR Double-Acting Hinge User manual

TENSOR Double-Acting Hinge
Frame mount
Installation instructions
812002 – 01-2018
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dormakaba TENSOR - Frame Mount Installation Instructions Table of Contents
Table of contents
1 Technical specifications 3
1.1 Overview 3
1.1.1 General information 3
1.1.2 Intended use 3
1.1.3 Glass requirements/fittings/mounting 3
1.1.4 Requirements for glass panel 3
1.1.5 Safety instructions 3
1.1.6 Symbols used - Safety/Installation 3
1.1.7 Maintenance, care, repair 3
1.1.8 Disposal 3
2 Application - Frame mount 4
3 Installation instructions -
frame mount 5
3.1 Prep door frame, disassemble and prep hinge 5
3.2 Secure recessed mounting plate 5
3.3 Secure hinge to frame 6
3.4 Secure glass door to hinge 6
3.5 Install door stops (not provided) 6
4 Adjustments 7
4.1 Adjust door to “0” position 7
4.2 Install cover caps 7

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Technical specifications
1 Technical specifications
. Overview
These instructions are for installation of TENSOR Double-Acting
Hinges for the following mounting and style versions:
1. Frame mount
1.1.1 General information
• dormakaba requires use of tempered monolithic glass.
• dormakaba glass hardware is not suitable for harsh
environment; for example, applications where chemicals (e.g.
chlorine) are used such as indoor swimming pools, saunas, or
salt-water pools.
• Do not swing doors with excessive force. Ensure proper
installation of limiting stop to prevent door from opening too
far.
1.1.2 Intended use
• For swinging doors in dry indoor and covered areas only.
• For manual slow opening and closing only.
1.1.3 Glass requirements/fittings/mounting
• The substructure/wall must be able to bear permanent loads,
be level (max. tolerance: 1/16” [2] per 39” [1m]).
• Fasteners must be sufficiently dimensioned for the
substructure/wall and weight of the door.
• When adjusting glass elements, always stick to the required
clearance for the respective hardware. Adjust clearance so
glass does not come in contact with any hard surfaces such
as glass, metal or concrete.
• Do not use excessive force when installing the glass (avoid
over tightening screws.)
1.1.4 Requirements for glass panel
• Heat-soaked thermally tempered monolithic glass
• Clamping area must be flat and uncoated (no self-cleaning
coating!)
• Never use glass with conchoidal fractures and/or damaged
edges.
1.1.5 Safety instructions
• Installation requires two people.
• Only properly qualified and specially trained staff are
authorized to mount dormakaba glass hardware.
• Due to crushing hazards and possible injury caused by
breakage of glass during mounting, corresponding protective
clothing (especially gloves and protective goggles) is required.
• Never clamp metal fitting hardware directly to glass surface.
1.1.6 Symbols used - Safety/Installation
CAUTION
Mounting components must meet the requirements of
substructure/wall and door weight. Please read the
technical information for fittings.
WARNING
Risk of breaking glass. When installing the door,
support the door panel with a block of wood or similar
object.
CAUTION
Due to the reset-mechanism, a low degree of
operational sounds can be expected.
TIPS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Information note
TIPS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
No further warranty is provided if the identification
label has been damaged or removed.
CLOSING EDGE OF DOOR
1.1.7 Maintenance, care, repair
• Immediately replace damaged parts.
• Always use original dormakaba parts.
• Clean clamping area with alcohol-based standard commercial
cleaning agent before mounting the glass hardware.
• Use a damp cloth for occasional cleaning.
• Always use silicone - and oil-free cleaners (e.g. acetone).
• Lightly grease bushings during maintenance using multi-
functioning oil (silicone-, resin-, teflon-free, acid-free only)
(example: white lithium grease).
• Check glass hardware at regular intervals for proper
positioning, smooth operation and correct adjustment.
• High traffic door systems require inspection by properly
qualified staff (specialized companies or installation firms.)
• Function of fittings is recommended to be inspected annually
or every 100,000 movements by a specialist.
1.1.8 Disposal
Disposal in accordance with local, state and national regulations.

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Applications
2 Application - Frame mount
Fig 
Double-
acting
hinge
Wall
plate
M6x12
flat head
screws (x8)
Cover
cap
M8x16
flat head
screws (x4)
1/8”
[3]
1/8”
[3] 1/8” [3]
1/4”
[6]
Gaskets
[x4 each]
1/32” [1]
1/16” [2]
1/8” [3]

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Frame mount - disassemble
Frame mount - recessed mounting plate
3 Installation instructions -
frame mount
3.1 Prep door frame, disassemble and prep hinge
3.2 Secure recessed mounting plate
3.2.1 Pre-insert wall fasteners into plate for later
securing (M8x16).
3.2.2 Secure recessed mounting plate to hinge.
• Use included fasteners (M6x12).
• Tighten at 9 ft lbs [12Nm].
3.1.1 Measure and prepare door frame for recessed
mounting plates. Use dimensions above.
• Cut 3/16” [4] deep recess for mounting plate.
3.1.2 Disassemble hinges.
Gaskets
Gasket size reference chart
GH Glass height
GW Glass width
A Distance between each hinge, on center
B Distance from center of bottom hinge to
bottom of glass
3.1.3 Determine appropriate gasket size.
• Use chart for reference.
3.1.4 Peel adhesive from back of hinge plates.
3.1.5 Adhere gaskets to inside of hinge plates.
M8x16
M6x12
Gasket
adhesive Hinge
plate
Hinge
plate Hex key size
TENSOR 4mm
Fig 
Fig 
Hex key size
TENSOR 5mm
Recessed
mounting
plate
Gasket size reference chart
Glass thickness 1/2” [12] 3/8” [10] 5/16” [8]
Gaskets 1/32” [1] 1/16” [2] 1/18” [3]
B + 9/32” [7] A
2-9/16”
[65]
3-7/8”
[82]
1-1/2”
[38]

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Frame mount - secure hinge to frame
Frame mount - install door
Door stops
3.3.1 Secure recessed mounting plate to
frame.
• Use pre-installed M8x16 fasteners.
• Tighten with 15 ft lbs [20Nm].
3.4.1 Tip glass door up and onto
setting blocks.
3.4.2 Set door in place.
3.4.3 Secure hinge plates to glass.
• Use included fasteners.
• Tighten at 11 ft lbs [15Nm].
Fig 
Fig 
3.3 Secure hinge to frame
3.4 Secure glass door to hinge
M8x16
Recessed
mounting
plate
Hex key size
TENSOR 5mm
Hex key size
TENSOR 4mm
Hinge
plate
Setting
blocks
NOTE: Do not allow door to open
past 90°.
NOTE: Install door stops to prevent
door from opening past its
maximum swing angle.
Door
stops
NOTE: Place glass door on setting blocks
during installation.
3.5 Install door stops (not provided)
Fig 

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Adjustments
Cover caps
4 Adjustments
4.1 Adjust door to “” position
4.1.1 Remove all setting blocks.
4.1.2 Bring door panel to ideal “0” position. See image
above for reference.
4.1.3 Tighten adjustment screws
(2x upper hinge and 2x lower hinge).
• At 4 ft lbs [5Nm]
4.1.4 Check swing of door. Readjust if necessary.
4.2.1 Snap cover caps into place.
Fig 
Fig 
4.2 Install cover caps
NOTE: Ideal “0” position
Adjustment
screws
Hex key size
TENSOR 3mm
Cover caps

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