What do I need to know before installing a Dorgard?
• The closing force of the door The heavier the door the higher the closing force. A door that that weighs over 120kg and/or has a closing force of excess 120 Newton metres will require the floor plate to be installed. • The surface of the door that the Dorgard is being fitted too Ensure that the surface of the door is smooth and flat so that the Dorgard can be installed properly. • The door itself has door closer fitted The Dorgard release the door to allows the door closer to shut the door, it does not physically close the door. • The Fire door closes tightly against the door jamb ensure the fire door can close properly therefore providing maximum protection. • The Dorgard forms part of your fire risk assessment This is required by the fire precautions (workplace) regulations 1997. • Checking your current fire alarm system is working the sounders in your alarm system will need to be functioning when the alarm is activated as well as sound at the right level.
