The Locksmith Journal Sep/Oct 2021 - Issue 76 | Page 63

MLA EXPO PREVIEW

ADAPTALOCK ONE-PIECE FULL-LENGTH SYSTEM INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Check door alignment with frame . Adjust hinges if necessary .
Remove existing system . Select the Adaptalock system with matching gearbox option . With both systems in unlocked position , align systems using the highest spindle hole from the cylinder hole in the gearbox .
Loosen hook faceplate screws 5mm .
Pull hook bolt casing away slightly from the toothed rails and slide casing along the slotted plate until the hook bolts align .
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Re-engage hook casing to the toothed rails , making sure the hook is fully retracted by moving casing on rails , then tighten screws .
Repeat for bottom hook bolt casing alignment . Test operation of system .
Shorten top / bottom of slotted plate using pliers at the snapping points .
Remove screw plastic burrs in the door .
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Place system in door , installing the cylinder and handles . Install the countersunk screws provided in all countersunk holes in slotted plate and hook bolt faceplates ( lower torque setting on battery screwdrivers to avoid over tightening screws ).
Test system with door open . Install wafer head screws provided into slotted plate as required .
Test operation of system with door closed . If bolts are not engaging properly , mark all bolt positions with a pencil against the frame and make adjustments to keep positions . ( It may be necessary to remove any plastic casings attached to the hook bolt keeps to allow full movement of hooks .)
Install optional rail cover faceplates if required .
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