Metal Frame Installation Instructions

Wood Frame Installation Instructions

Rixson Overhead Concealed closers offer an aesthetically appealing way to close a door. In situations where a closer is needed but concealment is required, Rixson offers several different series to meet your application demands. Concealed for minimal appearance, these offset hung or center hung (single or double acting) door closers provide control without sacrificing the aesthetics of the opening.

Specifications

Model 91 shall be used for offset hung doors. Closer shall fit in a 1-3/4 x 4 aluminum tube. Closer shall have adjustable spring that complies to accessibility codes. Adjustable spring, backcheck, and closing speed valves must be accessible after door is installed. Where applicable, a hold open feature is achieved in the track. Closer shall be Grade 1 per ANSI A156.4. Closer shall be fire rated UL10C for doors tested for overhead concealed products up to 3 hours.

Application 

• Exterior or interior doors 
• Door weight up to 250 lbs. 
• Maximum door size: interior 4'6" x 8'0"; exterior 4'0" x 8'0" 
• Minimum aluminum frame size 1-3/4" x 4"

Features 

• Single acting, offset hung 
• Heavy-duty cast iron closer body
• Forged arms • Steel alloy track 
• One-piece mounting plate 
• 1-1/4" piston diameter 
• Adjustable spring 3-6 for larger doors or fire rated openings (specify 91) 
• Adjustable spring 1-3 for lighter opening force (specify PH91 – ADA compliant) 
• Handed 
• Staked, brass adjusting valves 
• Product shipped with all wood and all metal screws 
• Separate and independent closing speed and latch speed valves 
• Separate and independent hydraulic backcheck valve 
• All weather fluid (accommodates a temperature range from - 40° to 150°F.) 
• Hanging means by others. If products other than 3/4" offset pivots or 4-1/2" x 4-1/2" butt hinges are used, contact factory for special templating and pricing 
• 5 year limited warranty

Compliance

• ANSI/C05031/C05041 
• A156.4 Grade 1 certified 
• UL / cUL listed for use on fire rated doors 
• UL10C listed for positive pressure fire test. Ratings are 3 hours for hollow metal door and 1-1/2 hour rated wood doors. PH91 not recommended.
• PH91 meets requirements for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)