Latch guards for inswinging doors are made up of two pieces known as the u channel and the protector plate or offset bar.
Swing bar door guard installation.
When someone tries to open it by pulling outward the door won t open because it s blocked by the bar.
When bar is on door opens 2 1 8.
Door bar pro security bar is no exception.
The security latch opener allows hotel employees immediate entry through doors w a locked swing arm security latch.
Failing to gain instant access to a room in an emergency can lead to dangerous situations.
Easy installation screws included.
For the door side screws with a length 1 8 to1 4 shorter than the thickness of the door will give the most strength.
Stand inside the room with the door closed.
Place a security bar perpendicular to the door and under the handle or door knob.
Hold the two pieces of the lock against the door interlocking about a foot above the doorknob.
When the door is closed the two pieces come together to form a barrier to protect the latch.
The two pieces should be in the position they will be in when closed.
Insert the screws provided with the swing door guard though the screw holes in the base and into the pilot holes.
Got it at lowes.
The u channel is installed on the door s face and the offset bar is installed on the door frame.
Speaking of size it ideally fits with the in swing doors of 24 to 48 wide.
For example the door frame side could use screws up to 3 to firmly attach it to the structural frame of the door.
Bar holder is 2 1 2 x 13 16.
You can use a broom stick or a metal bar that s longer than the door s width.
Also if possible use minimum 10 screws but it s always best to take the latch to the hardware store to get.
The swinging arm should be on the door frame and close to the edge so that the arm extends out over the doorway.
Installation a swing bar lock can be added to any combination of door locks as long as there is enough space on the door to install it.
We wanted to remove our chain lock and replace it with the bar lock so the first step in our installation was to take off the old chain lock and then lineup our new lock in the same location.
To make the installation easier for you it comes with mounting hardware.
Its sturdy steel construction with a white powder coated enamel like finish makes sure to withstand the breaches effectively.