How To Install A Spring Door Hinge

Before you start you need to know what adjustment your hinge needs.

How to install a spring door hinge.

The door leaf may be mortised or surface applied and must be centered between. The center hinge should be installed as close as possible to the top hinge for maximum support. Installing double acting spring hinges on double doors. If you re using one spring hinge per door install it in the middle hinge position with standard hinges at.

Center it on the top mark with the barrel flush with the edge of the door and the hole for adjusting the tension facing the top of. Screw the spring hinges to the door so that the slotted section on each hinge is on top. You will need to place the hinges against the surface you are working with. Mount the door leaf to the door flange.

Step 4 attach the faceplate. After aligning the hinge with each mark use a level to confirm straightness. How to install spring loaded hinges. Step 1 place the hinges.

First you want to make sure the new spring loaded hinge aligns with the location of. Adjusting a spring loaded hinge. If you need to install three hinges the third hinge should be located about 2 to 3 inches down from the bottom edge of the top hinge. Insert the tension rod into one.

Step 2 tap out the area. Even if the hinges you are installing are non adjustable tension you should. Step 3 drill a pilot hole. To properly mount spring hinges it is necessary to release the tension on the springs.

For a door you will want the hinges placed. Open one of the hinges and lay it flat on the edge of the door. Align the door centerline. Then use a pencil to mark the holes for the screws on the door frame and for the top hinge on the door.

Guide lines for double acting spring hinge locations on doors. It is advisable to use three hinges on each door. Steck brand door spring tool part 21910.