Andersen Screen Door Closer Adjustment

Wanda asks we recently installed a storm door.

Andersen screen door closer adjustment.

2 locate adjustment screw on the end of the closer that attaches to the door frame and completely remove closer adjustment screw. Test door open it then let it close after each 1 4 turn of the screw and adjust screw further if needed until desired speed is achieved. Swing closer back out of the way. Operation and adjustment replacement repair and reglazing instructions for andersen windows and patio doors.

3 open door and let it close if the closer is working properly the door. If the closer doesn t have enough power after completing steps 1 3 it could be from improper pre set of the closer. Move the long connecting pin into the forward hole for winter or rear hole for springtime of the closer each time you change the storms or screens. When we open the door and let go it flies shut but then doesn t close all of the way to adjust a pneumatic door closer either move the bracket that attaches the closer to the door or turn the screw on the end of the closer.

Once the door was opened the spring forcefully closed the door when it was released. If the closer you are attempting to release is at the bottom of the door look up and vice versa. Some models have separate adjustments for sweep s which. If there is a second closer use the push button release to free the door.

Andersen frequently recommends dual closers. How to adjust a screen door closer mechanism. Make adjustments to your pneumatic screen door closer storm door closer twice a year when you exchange the screens and glass storm panels. Different door closer manufacturers tend to produce dissimilar products but all door closers have some sort of pressure adjustment.

Older screen door closer mechanisms consisted of a simple spring. Find out if your andersen product is still under warranty by calling 888 888 7020. Andersen stands behind our products and has for more than a century. For slower closing speed turn adjustment screw to the right 1 4 turn clockwise.

1 unhook bottom closer by removing pin that attaches it to the door bracket.