How To Install A Screen Door Closer

For you to note check product specifications for correct positioning.

How to install a screen door closer. To increase or decrease the pressure exerted by the door closer turn the screw controlling the bypass valve in the closer tube. Screw jamb bracket into jamb flush against door. Attach door side bracket to other end of closer. Step 1 place jamb bracket of door closer on hinge side at top of door jamb.

Different screen door closers attach to door bracket differently. If your door is too big use a straight edge and circular saw to mark and remove the overlapped door material image 2. See pictures below for examples of some of our top sellers. This video is about installing a door closer dampener.

Complete the installation by installing the door closer. Loosen or tighten as necessary. Step 2 to position door bracket on door attach it to body of closer place rod of closer in jamb bracket and with door closed hold it against door. Use a sanding block to smooth down the edge image 3.

When the screens are down place the connecting pin in the rear hole of the closer tube farthest from the door bracket. You want to make sure you have 3 16 inch between your screen door and the door jamb on each side. Instructions for installing or replacing storm and screen door closers. Use shims to hold your door in place and make sure it fits image 1.

Hold the door bracket up to the end of the closer and make a pencil mark where it is to be located. Align the closer with the screen door so that the end is touching the door. This video is about installing a door closer dampener. Measure from the screen up onto the frame 5 8 inch in the same location as the end of the closer.

Slide the expander off the bottom of the door and install the sweep. Now instead of slamming shut the door will slow down as it nears the door catch. Position the sweep so its weather stripping touches the sill and screw into place.