FE575/FE595 Door Preparation Instructions
For Door With Existing Holes
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Drill Bits Needed: ¹⁄₈”, ⁷⁄₈”, 1”
Tools Needed
2¹⁄₈” Hole Saw | Pencil | Chisel |
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1 Measure Door Width
If the door is thinner than 1³⁄₈” or thicker than 1³⁄₄”, then the lock will not fit properly on the door.
4 If Needed, Enlarge Hole in Door
If hole in door is smaller than 2¹⁄₈”, then use 2¹⁄₈” hole saw to enlarge hole.
1³⁄₈” to 1³⁄₄”
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2¹⁄₈”
2¹⁄₈” Hole Saw
2 Measure for Backset
If existing backset is not 2³⁄₈” or 2³⁄₄”, then the lock will not fit properly on the door.
2³⁄₈” or 2³⁄₄”
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3 Measure Hole Sizes
If hole sizes are larger than those shown, then the lock will not fit properly on the door.
If hole sizes are smaller than those shown, see steps 4 and 5.
5 If Needed, Enlarge Hole in Door Edge
If hole in door edge is smaller than ⁷⁄₈”, then use ⁷⁄₈” or 1” drill bit to enlarge hole.
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⁷⁄₈” 
1” 
6 Check Strike (Door Jamb) Preparation
a.Place new strike against door jamb.
b.If strike does not fit properly, use pencil to trace around strike and mark hole positions.
c.If needed, use chisel and drill to correct door jamb preparation.
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©2005
Printed in U.S.A
Rev. 11/05
