Only adjust the hinge by 1 position at a time so you don t overtighten or break the hinge.
How to adjust self closing door hinges.
Place the locking pin nearer to the door and release the spring pressure.
This will pull the door back towards the hinge side of the cabinet.
Using your screwdriver turn the front screw clockwise to bring the hinge bearing edge of the door closer to the cabinet side.
Turn the wrench clockwise if you want the door to close faster.
Press the wrench down firmly to engage the locking mechanism inside the hinge.
Rotate the wrench a quarter turn clockwise until you hear it click into the new position.
Start by removing the locking pin photo 1.
If the self closing door to your garage isn t closing hard enough to latch properly or the door slams shut you can adjust the spring hinge tension with a hex wrench and pliers.
If you need to push the door away turn the screw counterclockwise to bring the door in better alignment with the vertical edge of the cabinet.
Remove the locking pin by rotating the adjustment in the direction of the jamb.
Insert a nail set on a hole located beside the locking pin of the hinge adjustment spring.