Automatic Hold Open - Suffix A
These closers hold the door open. This feature cannot be changed in the field.
Cold Weather Fluid - Suffix CWF
Cold weather fluid should be specified for exterior doors in consistently cold climates under 32° F for weeks at a time. The hydraulic fluid is of a lower viscosity to prevent sluggish closing. Cannot be used with the delayed action feature.
Cover Pan (Terazzo) - Suffix Part Number
Closers should always be accessible. They should never be buried beneath flooring materials. A cover pan sits on top of the closer and has the flooring material set in it. This way the sight line for the floor is consistent. Cover pans may require closers with longer spindles. See cover pan template to determine spindle length needed.
Degree of Swing - Follows Model Number
Single acting heavy-duty floor closers have a deadstop. This means that the door cannot go past a certain point. If ordered as a hold open closer, the hold open position is exactly the same as the deadstop. The degrees available are 85°, 90° , or 105° (180° for model 27 only). It is recommended that the maximum degree of swing be ordered.
Double acting closers have a deadstop at 103° and are available with hold open options at 90° or 100° .
Delayed Action - Prefix DA
After full open, permits door to remain ajar (at 70 degrees) for up to 40 seconds. Operates by separate valve and can be shut off if not needed. Not available on closers with hold open feature.
Extended Spindle - Suffix Extra Length
Any special floor coverings, or severe door undercuts, will affect the spindle height. In these applications an extended spindle may be required. See product template to determine if an extended spindle is needed. Extended spindles available in 1/2" increments up to 2" longer than standard.
Fire Rated - Prefix F
Closer packages for fire rated doors (up to 3 hours) include a steel top pivot and must have additional steel intermediate pivots. These closers are non-hold open.
Hand - Suffix RH or LH
All single acting floor closers are handed. All double acting floor closers (30, 40, H40) are non-handed.
Less All Parts - Suffix LAP
If a closer is needed for replacement, the arm, cover, cement case, top pivot and floor plate are omitted.
Less Cement Case - Suffix LCC
For existing instalations or when cement case has been sent earlier in construction. Closer will be packaged without the cement case.
Less Floor Plate - Suffix LFP
When thresholds or cover pans are being used, the closer doesn't need the decorative floor plate.
Less Top Pivot - Suffix LTP
For unusual head conditions, where the top pivot cannot be used, the closer is shipped without the top pivot. For offset installations, an additional load bearing intermediate (side jamb) M190 pivot is required. All intermediate pivots for that opening should be M190's, not M19's.
Non Hold Open - Suffix N
These closers do not hold the door open. This feature cannot be changed in the field.
1-1/2" Offset - Suffix 1-1/2
Offset is the distance from the face of the door to the pivot point. Extended offsets should not be used unless there is cladding on the face of the door or there is trim to clear on the frame. 1-1/2" offset arms and pivots are for doors with cladding or trim that project 3/4" from the face of the door.
Physically Handicapped - Prefix PH
To comply with ICC/ANSI A117.1 established by the Americans with Disabilities Act. PH prefix indicates 5 pounds of opening force, based at 30" from centerline of pivot. PH closers may not be used on labeled fire doors or exterior doors. Rixson accepts no responsibility for PH closers and door latching. Also, be advised that ADA guidelines DO NOT apply to fire rated openings or exterior doors.
8-1/2 Lbs. Opening Force - Prefix PH Suffix 8-1/2
This is a lighter than normal opening force. Be aware that this may not be strong enough to close fire rated or exterior doors. Rixson aacepts no responsibility for PH closers and door latching. Also, be advised that ADA guidelines DO NOT apply to fire rated openings or exterior doors.
Sealed Closer - Prefix SC
This option is for exterior doors or interior doors, with heavy exposure to water or cleaning solvents, protects the body. The closer body is placed in the cement case. A stainless steel cover plate is then gasketed and fastened to the cement case. This must be ordered with closer and cannot be ordered less the cement case.
Selective Hold Open - Suffix S
These closers can be set to hold open or non-hold open. This is done via a screw control on the top of the closer. Available on Models 27 and 28 only.
Special Layouts - Suffix SPLO #
Unique installations or specially engineered products are called special layouts. These numbers must be assigned by the technical support department and they must be called out specifically by their number when ordered.
Twenty Minute Label - Suffix -20
This UL rating is for 20 minute doors. Pivots are brass base material and include a visible label.
Wood Door - Prefix W
When using a center hung product with the centering arm (e.g. 28, 30, or 40) a special plate and less obtrusive adjusting screws are needed for wood doors. This plate is reinforcement to the deep mortise required for that arm, protecting veneer.