Installation Instructions
7253, 7255/55J, and 7256
Top Center Pivot
Access hole | Frame leaf |
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Pivot pin |
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| Finish plate | To retract |
| pivot pin | |
| Door leaf |
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| Figure 1 |
1.Prepare and mortise top of door and head jamb to receive pivot set. Determine pivot location using dimensions on reverse side. Most center pivots have the pivot point located
2.Locate, drill, and tap
3.Install bottom pivot set. Once bottom pivot set is installed and secured, hang the door.
4.With door in open position (about 90° to jamb), carefully fit door onto bottom pivot at a slight angle. Tip door into vertical position, aligning top pivot leafs in door and jamb. With pivot leafs aligned, insert a screwdriver into access hole in top pivot leaf. Use screwdriver to push up lever arm, which will retract pivot pin (Figure 1). When pivot pin is retracted, position door so pivot pin will set down into bearing in door leaf, then remove screwdriver. The door should now swing freely. If it does not, double check templating dimensions.
5.To remove door from jamb: Open door to about 90° position. Insert a screwdriver into access hole in frame leaf. Use screwdriver to push up lever arm, which will retract pivot pin (Figure 1). Door can now be removed from opening.
!CAUTION
Improper pivot set installation can lead to personal injury or property damage. Follow all instructions carefully. For questions contact Technical Support at
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