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281 Series
Closer with Regular Arms
Installation Instructions
281 Top Jamb Application Instructions
1. Prepare door and frame.
10-3/8"
3-5/8"
5/8"
Dim
A
2"
of Pivot
C L
Hinge
2. Mount bracket and closer to door.
Install mounting
bracket with arrow
pointing down for
both RH and LH doors.
4. Install main arm and spindle.
View looking up when
assembling arm to spindle
Index mark on
spindle
Left Hand
Door Shown
Door Shown
You've installed the 281 Powerglide Series Closer - Top Jamb Mount.
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#12 x 1-1/2 Wood Screws or
#12-24 x 5/8 Flat Head
Machine Screws
1"
Frame
Top of
Door
Left Hand
Door Shown
Use Mounting bracket
as drill-through template
Spring Power
Adjustment
Screw
Right Hand
Door Shown
Right Hand
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Go to page 6 for closer adjustments and cover installation.
Approved 2022-12-08
Arm Type
Reveal Depth
"O" Arm
0" to 2"
"OZ" Arm
2-1/8" to 5"
"OZA" Arm
5-1/8" to 8"
IMPORTANT: Use alternate mounting if door can open beyond limits shown
for standard mounting.
NOTES:
*1-5/8 "
1. Left hand door shown. Right hand door opposite.
2.
These dimensions may be reduced to 3/8" min. if rail on top casing is
narrow or low ceiling condition exists. Foot placement should be moved
accordingly.*
3.
This dimension is taken from hinge edge of door for invisible hinges.
4. Drill and tap and use screws provided or use mortise nuts when required.
Install Closer with
Spring Adjustment
Screw away from
hinge.
View Looking Up
4
Max Door
Dim A
Opening
9-5/16"
10-1/8"
10-15/16"
3. Attach foot and pivot.
Attach foot
to door with
pivot away from
hinge.
Right Hand Door
Rod
Arm
Screw
Swivel
Arm
45°
Position of Main Arm When
Assembling to Spindle
A7278F 12/22 Rev 6
180°
140°
140°
Right
Angle
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