July 2011

Q: What is passage mode on the Exidor digilock?

A: Passage mode is an optional feature of the Exidor CL2 which, when simply set with a screwdriver, allows free access through the door using just the handle, i.e. entry WITHOUT code.  An example of this being used is in a primary school when code entry is used during the day, but free passage is set for parent drop off and collection times.

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Q: Is it possible to cut the Jason track myself to suit a particular size door?

A: Yes, the Jason sliding door tracks are easy to cut down with a junior hacksaw.

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Q: Recommend a door closer suitable for fitting to a PVC Front door? Fed up with kids slamming the door every time. Door opens inwards.

A: When choosing a door closer for a uPVC door, similar criteria apply to when choosing for a timber door; how wide is the door? What is its function? etc.  We suggest selecting a door closer which has an optional mounting plate and bolting through the door and the frame if possible.  Minimum specification a TS1500, but a TS2000NV or even TS4000 for a very wide door.  I've given you links to those three door closers on our website here, so you can read about them more.

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Q: What part of a door closer is the mounting plate?

A: The mounting plate, for clarification, is a thin metal plate the same size as the body of the closer.  It is good to use one for example on a uPVC door because it has lots of pre-drilled holes to enable a really firm positioning before attaching the door closer body to the plate through the ready tapped holes.  Because uPVC doors and frames are often hollow in section, we recommend drilling and fixing through to the other side, reinforcing the fixing with large washers or even metal plates.  (You can paint over them in white to obscure them.)