Grout Filled Door Frames
Install a mudguard behind the frame for easier installation. If mudguards have not been used, do not
use the self-drilling TEK screws to drill into a grouted frame. Drill pilot holes through the frame and
remove enough grout for screw clearance being careful not to oversize the holes.
Field Cutting of Hinge
If a hinge must be field cut, first determine the top and bottom based on door hand. Cut only from bottom
of hinge; retaining the template six-hole pattern at the top. When trimming hinges for fire-rated door
applications DO NOT REMOVE any fastener holes. Close the hinge and position with cap upward or
on its side with cap facing away. Cut through the gear cap first using a metal cutting type saw. Do not cut
through a set screw bearing. Reinstall any set screw bearing that may have been cut off.
Frame Preparation
1. Using a shim locate the top of the hinge 1/8" below the frame header to allow for door clearance.
2. With hinge open, making sure frame leaf alignment flange is tight against the frame face, mark or
center punch hole locations.
3. Do not attach hinge at this time. Hollow metal frames require no additional prep. Wood frames
require pilot holes be pre-drilled using a 5/32" bit.
Attach Hinge to Door
1. Align the door leaf alignment flange or door leaf lip flush against the door face along the entire
length of the door.
2. Top end of hinge MUST be flush with the top of the door. Mark or center punch holes.
3. If using Wood Screws pre-drill pilot holes using 5/32" bit.
4. Fasten hinge to metal doors with #12 TEK screws provided or to wood doors with optional #12
wood screws using #3 Phillips drive.
Attach Door to Frame
1. Position door at 90 degrees to the frame. Wedge or shim door to proper height to align top
screw holes.
2. Install two screws at top of hinge. Remove wedge/shim and align remaining holes.
3. Install a screw in the middle and at bottom then check for proper swing and clearance before
installing all remaining screws.
HD1800
(Note: Hinges become handed after field cutting; except models HD1100 and HD2700)
HD2400
HD4100