EQ38E GRADE 1 ESCUTCHEON MORTISE LOCK
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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LS02690
Rev 1, Rev Date: 01/22/2023
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Hager Companies 139 Victor Street, St. Louis, MO 63104 (800) 325
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9995 www.hagerco.com
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Safety Information
Carefully read the instructions before installing and using this lock.
WARNING:
If the door needs to be drilled, be familiar with how to safely use your tools, and understand all the door preparation steps
before proceeding.
FINISH & CARE NOTES:
Either remove the locks or do not install them prior to painting your door to protect the finish. Periodically clean
the locks with mild soap and a soft cloth. Do not use abrasives or harsh chemicals when cleaning or using the lock.
Required Tools
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T10
PH2
PH3
OPTIONAL
OPTIONAL
OPTIONAL
OPTIONAL
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Mark the Lever Centerline on the door face and edge at desired distance from the finished floor. Align the template and
mark the door, drill the holes, and chisel out a mortise pocket. Use a Ø3/16
” [4.8
mm] pilot hole for FF & HH screws.
Mark the lock centerline from the template onto the door edge.
Door / Frame Preparation
(Skip this step if the door has already been prepared)
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NOTE
: Drill from both sides to avoid splintering the finished surface of wood doors
Distance from
finished floor
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Prepare the door jamb for the strike. Mark the horizontal lock centerline from the door across the door jamb. Mark a line
3/8”
above the lock centerline for the horizontal strike centerline.
Mark the vertical centerline for the strike on the jamb. Align the template and mark holes. Drill
3/16” [4.8
mm] pilot holes
for #12 strike screws. Drill Ø
1”
holes for strike hole and chisel out pocket. Mark and chisel out jamb for strike plate until
plate is flush. See template for dimensions. Suggested strike depths are shown below for a variety of features.
℄
Lock
℄
Strike
℄
Strike
Ø
3/16”
Ø
7/32”
Hardwood
Strike depth:
•
.143”
DPS + Dust Box
•
.128”
Dust Box
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.093”
DPS
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.078”
Strike Only
Drill x3
Chissel out
