How To Adjust A Door Closer?

Locate the adjustment screws on the door closer body

Identify the sweep speed screw

Identify the latch speed screw

Identify the backcheck screw if present

Use the correct screwdriver or hex key

Turn the sweep speed screw slightly clockwise to slow the door

Turn the sweep speed screw slightly counterclockwise to speed the door

Turn the latch speed screw slightly clockwise to slow the final closing

Turn the latch speed screw slightly counterclockwise to speed the final closing

Turn the backcheck screw slightly clockwise to increase resistance near full open

Turn the backcheck screw slightly counterclockwise to decrease resistance near full open

Test the door after each small adjustment

Make only small adjustments at a time

Check that the door fully latches

Check that the door closes smoothly without slamming

Tighten any loose mounting screws

Repeat adjustments until the door operates correctly

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