Fitting the correct ironmongery forms part of the fire door s test accreditation.
How to fit fire door handles.
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From this post you will learn how to fit the latch latch plate and door handles to a new door and door frame.
If the screwdriver slips it could scratch your new handle.
Using a square mark this centre line for approximately 4 100mm on the face of the.
Installing a door handle is a relatively easy home project that you can do with a pre made kit.
Screw the faceplate into the side of the door.
First of all decide on an appropriate height for the door handles and mark the centre of the door handle on the edge of the door with a pencil.
Consult the template for the faceplate depth and chisel this part of the door out.
Painting the door optional once you ve fitted your new door furniture you might want to spruce up the door itself.
The fire door will not work in the event of a fire unless the correct ironmongery has been fitted and maintained.
Your brand new handles deserve to be shown off to their best after all.
This screw holds the plate in place and it is usually sunk into the side of the plate making it difficult to see at first glance.
Fitting the door handle comes after all the fiddly work but it still requires a good eye.
Use the handle s face plate to trace the outline with a pencil.
Ironmongery includes all the items that are used on a fire door such as hinges overhead door closers latches locks and handles.
Examine the edge of the door handle s metal plate on the interior side of the door looking for a hidden recessed screw.