Assa Abloy Norton 78 Series Installation Instructions

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Read these instructions before proceeding with the installation.
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Sex-bolts are required for mounting closer body or arm to non-reinforced hollow metal and wood or
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plastic-faced composite fire door.
Make sure that the door opens the full angle desired and latches without binding action or
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interference.
Select the type of installation from Figure 1 below.
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Note: 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.
Check hand of door, see Figure 1 below. Hand of door closer must be the same as hand of door.
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Door closer is handed, but can be easily reversed. SEE PAGE 4 FOR INSTRUCTIONS FOR
REVERSING HAND OF CLOSER.
Type of Installation and Handing of Door
Regular Arm Installation
See Page 2 for template and installation
Left Hand Door
Hinge side
Backcheck Sweep and
Valve Latch Valve
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Installation Instructions
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.
For Installation
on PULL SIDE
of Door ONLY
Right Hand Door
Hinge side
Sweep and Backcheck
Latch Valve Valve
Approved 2024-05-14
Non Hold Open Models
Parallel Arm Installation
See Page 3 for template and installation
Left Hand Door
Opposite from
hinge side
Backcheck Sweep and
Valve Latch Valve
1
Traditional Style
Handed Door Closer
ASSA ABLOY
Adjustable
(Sizes 2 thru 4)
78B/D
(Sizes 5 & 6)
78E/F
Figure 1
For Installation
on PUSH SIDE
of Door ONLY
Right Hand Door
Opposite from
hinge side
Sweep and
Latch Valve
80-9349-0001-020 Rev 3 (05-24)
Backcheck
Valve