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Select the Proper Latch Backset
CAUTION:
Be sure the latch cam is upright before making any backset adjustment.
a.
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a. Backset is the distance from the door edge to the center of the 2-1/8" (54 mm) hole on the door face.
b. The latch (E) can be adjusted to t either a 2-3/8" (60 mm) or a 2-3/4" (70 mm) Backset by sliding the Cam
with the square hole towards or away from the latch. The 2-3/8" Backset is common for residential doors.
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Install the Latch
Latch Screws (EE)
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Latch (E)
Latch (E)
Sleeve
2-3/4" (70 mm)
a. Insert the latch into the 1" hole in the door edge as
shown.
Be sure the bevelled face of the latch bolt
is towards the door jamb.
Bevelled face of the bolt
b. Insert two Latch Screws (EE) through the holes in the
faceplate and tighten rmly.
Right
Wrong
Cam
c.
2-3/8" (60 mm)