Outswing Latch Guard Installation Instructions – LGO

Important Warranty Information

The following actions will void any warranty, express or implied:

• Failure to install the Latch Guard properly, with supplied fasteners.
• Unauthorized field modifications, including alteration of the original finish or painting.

NOTE: Latch Guard can be trimmed around frame and door hardware, but must remain as a single piece and sit flat on the face of the frame and door. Do NOT cut into sections. See trim example (Fig. 1). Some modifications may be necessary for deeper door insets.

1: Frame Preparation

A. Place the male portion of the Latch Guard on the face of the frame as shown (Fig. 2), using the correct vertical spacing. Ensure this piece is flush with the frame and not overhanging to interfere with the door. Fasten firmly in place using the supplied self-drilling panhead hardware in the six provided holes. You may also mark the fastener holes in the frame first with a pencil or punch if desired.

B. Drill additional holes near the middle of the Latch Guard and attach using the remaining self-drilling fasteners provided. Space the holes equally and concentrate them near the strike location. Six holes are provided; a minimum of eight is suggested, spacing additional holes evenly around existing hardware for the frame and door.

2: Door Preparation

A. With the door closed, center the female door portion of the Latch Guard over the male portion. To aid centering, place the pink foam material (supplied as part of packaging) over the male portion near the top and bottom. Press the female section over the male, wedging the foam material between both parts to hold the door section in position for mounting. Ensure this section is centered vertically and that the foam is NOT trapped between the Latch Guard and the door (Fig. 3).

B. Using the six pre-drilled holes in the Latch Guard, drill six 3/8" diameter holes through the door. Alternatively, mark the hole locations on the door, remove the female Latch Guard, drill the six 3/8" diameter holes, and then reinstall the female section.

C. With the door open and foam removed, push the barrel nuts through the extrusion and door at each hole location. Tighten each of the shoulder bolts from the other side of the door. Close the door and check fit and function. Drill the final three holes and install the remaining barrel nuts and shoulder bolts.

D. Starting at the top of the Latch Guard, use a plastic mallet or hammer with a block of wood to press the frame cover on firmly, working from top to bottom (Fig. 4).

Standard Hardware

Self-Drilling Panhead: [screw icon]

Barrel Nut: [nut icon]

Shoulder Bolt: [bolt icon]

Pink foam (included): [foam material]

Diagram Descriptions:

• Fig. 1: Illustrates the latch guard installed on a door frame, showing a cross-section of how the guard fits flush with the frame and door, with the male portion on the frame and the female portion overlapping.
• Fig. 2: Shows the placement of the male latch guard portion onto the door frame, indicating correct vertical spacing and flush fit, with six pre-drilled holes for fasteners.
• Fig. 3: Depicts the door preparation, with the female latch guard section placed over the male portion and pink foam inserted between them for alignment and support.
• Fig. 4: Displays the standard hardware components (self-drilling panhead, barrel nut, shoulder bolt) and shows the final step of pressing the frame cover on firmly using a mallet and wood block.