To adjust the latch or sweep speed.
Adjust door closer strength.
Turning the valve counter clockwise will cause the door to close faster.
Adjust the force with which the door latches or swings from 15 degrees to fully closed by changing the latch speed.
If there is just one screw on your door closer turn it clockwise to increase the speed with which the door closes.
Storm doors have a connecting pin that can be set into two separate slots to change the tension on the door.
Replace the plate and if necessary the door and you.
Most closers allow you to adjust the speed and power of the door.
The latch speed is the last 15 or so of closing.
Latch speed valve valve 3 as specified in instructions controls the latch speed of the door 3 32 allen wrench.
If you are capable of doing this work yourself.
Most door closer brackets have slotted holes so you are able to slide them left to right to make adjustments without.
Turning the valve clockwise will cause the door to latch slower and more gently.
Turn the screw marked with an l counterclockwise 1 4 turn to increase latch.
This video shows you how to adjust the tension on your automatic door closer.
Remove the plate to inspect the door closer body for leaks see below if adjustment holes had not been drill during the original installation measure where the adjustment screws are located.
Insert a 1 8 inch allen wrench or screwdriver in the appropriate set screw.