
DOOR WIDTH APPROX.
SIZE INTERIOR EXTERIOR 360° TURNS
BF 5 LBF ON 36" -- -8 (CCW)
1 32" [812.8] 28" [711.2] -6 (CCW)
2 36" [914.4] 32" [812.8] -4 (CCW)
3 42" [1066.8] 36" [914.4] 0 (PRESET)
4 48" [1219.2] 42" [1066.8] +5 (CW)
5 54" [1371.6] 48" [1219.2] +9 (CW)
6 58" [1473.2] 54" [1371.6] +12 (CW)
ADJUST SPRING POWER:
1. Use 4 mm hex key provided to adjust to size on chart.
Clockwise (CW) turns increase spring power (+).
Counter-clockwise (CCW) turns decrease spring power (-).
5300/5500 Series closers can be adjusted to meet
ADA Barrier Free (BF) applications. Compliance with ADA/BF
requirements may result with door not fully closing and latching.
Check with local AHJ. Closer size may vary due to site conditions.
LH RH
1. Confirm this sheet is correct for your product and application.
2. Read the complete instruction sheet before starting installation.
3. Incorrectly installed or adjusted door closers can cause
personal injury or property damage.
4. To ensure safe operation, door closers should be examined and
serviced regularly.
INSTALL CLOSER AND ARM:
1. Attach closer body to door.
Sweep and latch valves point
toward hinge.
2. Attach foot to frame.
SLOWER
FASTER
INCREASE
DECREASE
SWEEP SPEED
DELAYED
ACTION
BACKCHECK
LATCH SPEED
ARM SCREW
OR BOLT
CLOSING CYCLE
Y
A
L
E
D
E
E
W
S
P
H
C
T
A
L
MAX.°
K
C
A
B
C
E
H
C
K
N
E
P
O
I
N
G
OPENING CYCLE
MAX.°
PREPARE DOOR AND FRAME:
1. Determine proper opening angle.
2. Determine door hand (LH or RH).
3. Using template (see reverse
side), mark holes on door & frame.
CLOSER
BODY
FOOT
3. Secure main arm to closer spindle 90° to door/frame.
4. Connect adjustment arm with foot assembly:
Rotate main arm until adjustment arm is 90° to door & frame.
Tighten arm screw or bolt .
MAIN ARM
SPINDLE
ADJUSTMENT
ARM
PRELOAD
TO 90°
FOOT
CLOSER
90°
CW
CCW
(-) (+)
SPRING
POWER/SIZE
ADJUSTING NUT
HEX
KEY
SWEEP & LATCH
VALVES
INSTALL COVER:
1. Slip cover over closer until flush with door face.
2. Wide Cover - Orient cover so cutout is at top of closer
body. Secure to closer with screw on each end.
Narrow Cover - Cover will snap into slots on closer
body. Install dust cap over bottom closer pinion.
NOTE: Sweep, latch, backcheck,
and optional delayed action valves
are all accessible after cover installation.
FULL COVER
SLIM
COVER
DUST
CAP
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. Power drill
2. 10mm box/combo wrench
3. Phillips screw driver
4. #7 or 13/64" drill bit and
1/4-20 tap (metal screws)
5. Tap handle
6. 5/32" drill bit (wood screws)
7. 3/8" drill bit (sex nuts)
8. Center punch
NOTES:
1. See reverse side of this sheet to machine door & frame.
2. Dimensions based on 4-1/2" x 4-1/2" full mortise butt hinges
with 5/8" stop and 1/8" door gap.
3. Confirm door & frame are properly reinforced.
4. Sex nuts required for un-reinforced or composite fire doors.
5. Do not install closer on the exterior (weather) side of building.
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REV.0 10-01-19
PDQ Manufacturing
2230 Embassy Dr.
Lancaster, PA 17603
833-273-7832
833-2 PDQTECH
www.pdqlocks.com
5300/5500 DOOR CLOSER MODELS
REGULAR ARM INSTALLATION - PULL SIDE - PIVOT STOP (PS) ARM APPLICATIONS
CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS:
CRITICAL: For closer longevity, BACKCHECK
must be adjusted to significantly slow opening
of door before arm bottoms on stop.
Closing time of 3-7 seconds is typical.
More time may be needed for ADA/BF access.
Clockwise (CW) = SLOWER.
Counter-clockwise (CCW) = FASTER.
DO NOT REMOVE VALVES
1. Use hex key provided.
2. Adjust SWEEP (closing max.°- 10°).
3. Adjust LATCH (closing 10°- 0°).
4. Adjust BACKCHECK resistance (opening 70°- max.°).
DO NOT COMPLETELY CLOSE VALVE
5. Adjust (optional) DELAYED ACTION (closing max.°- 70°);
Provides additional hesitation for access (ADA/BF) through
door.
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