Close the door and adjust the tension.
Spring hinges fire door garage into house.
Rotate the wrench until the next hole comes into view and install the pin.
Remove the pin with a pliers.
Test the door close rate.
It s code in most areas that the entry door to an attached garage be fire rated and have self closing hinges.
Tighten or loosen in small steps.
This type of hinge is ideal for use in a door leading to the basement garage or any door throughout your.
But don t worry making this door self closing is as simple as changing two or three of the door s hinges or installing a door closer at the top of the door.
A spring loaded hinge contains a spring inside the hinge cylinder that helps close a door.
Insert a locking pin.
Place the hex wrench into the socket at the top of the spring hinge and turn in either direction to release tension on the pin.