Ultra Hardware 44253 Standard Duty Commercial Cylindrical Lever Lockset

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This video is to bring you a closer look at the Ultra Hardware 44253 Standard Duty Commercial Cylindrical Lever Lockset.
This is a typical commercial Grade 2 cylindrical lockset with the return to the back of the door, which is required for ADA compliance.
This is the satin chrome finish.
You have your rosettes.
It is built to emulate a very common deign of locks.
We happen to use this type of lock in residential applications where they want a lever lock, although the construction of this is a bit of overkill for a residential application, but still very appropriate.
Overkill meaning it is made to handle more usage than a residential application would typically give.
Also, we typically sell these in light duty commercial applications such as retail spaces, fast food restaurants, these places are going to get more than light duty commercial use.
These locks certainly seem to hold up.
A lock like this that is in this price range is not intended really for anything beyond very light duty commercial use.
However, they do seem to last.
They will eventually need to be replaced, in my opinion.
This is a push turn button style.
When it is unlocked you can push the button in and it locks the outside, until you rotate the inside handle and then it automatically unlocks the outside.
Or you can push the button in from the inside and then turn it and the outside will always be locked even if you try to turn the inside handle.
2-3/4" latch bolt, standard on commercial steel doors or doors prepped for a 161 lock prep.
4-7/8" strike.
Two keys included.
Spanner wrench will come with this, this allows you to remove the levers and ultimately allow you to remove the cylinder should you need to.
You use this tool by depressing the tabs to take the knobs off.
Screw package is included, this would be for through bolting the door, you would drill a hole at 12 and 6 (this is the recommended way of installation).
There is so much torque that can be put on the lever that you can spin the lock and the screws at 12 and 6 will prevent that.
There is a link below this video with instructions and a template.
All your screws for the latch bolt and strike plate are included.
Very straight forward installation on the lock.
The diameter of the rosette is about 3-3/8".
The overall length of the lever is about 5".
If you have any questions on the Ultra Hardware 44253 Standard Duty Commercial Cylindrical Lever Lockset or any other product by Ultra Hardware please feel free to reach out to us.
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[@alansmithmartuneac9931]

not good. no installation instructi

[@absupplynet]

The installation instructions are here: absupply.net/ultra-hardware-44253-standard-duty-commercial-cylindrical-lever-lockset.aspx

[@EleanaOre]

Hi, will it work with a 2 inch metal door? Thanks

[@absupplynet]

No - the Ultra Hardware 44253 Lever Lockset was for 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" thick doors only according to the manufacturer. ABsupply can supply you with lever locksets for thicker, such as 2", metal doors.

[@EleanaOre]

@@absupplynet Thanks for the reply. Can you point me to the right direction to the model that works with the 2' metal door..

[@absupplynet]

@@EleanaOre Sure can - this is something we stock. Happy to enter your order. Send us an email with this request to [e-mail] and we will send the cost and payment link.

[@SHINE88]

I was looking everywhere to figure out how to turn off auto lock. Just push in the button! Thanks man

[@absupplynet]

Glad this video helped - Rich

[@trapperdabber6922]

I’m trying to install one just like this I just can’t figure out why the key doesn’t let me lock from the outside it just makes the lever move with it instead of locking, any help…..

[@absupplynet]

You very most likely have the timing of the tailpiece incorrect.

[@SeattlePortfolioManager]

Im reaching out. HOW do you get the damn thing apart lol ??? Im trying to use the pushpin no luck

[@absupplynet]

Are you attemting to remove the exterior lever?

[@MichaelEchoMichael]

I’m trying to reinstall one of these and the interior handle won’t snap on. The detent doesn’t grab the handle. Am I missing a spring or something?

[@absupplynet]

Possibly missing the spring that pushes the tab out from the stem. Are you able to get the lever secured onto the stem when the lock is off the door and the rose assembly is removed?

[@buzzedhead1]

Hey, I appreciate the tutorial. I do have a related question. I'm trying to remove a knob that looks just like this but, is a privacy lock. It's on the toilet stall at a restaurant. The locking mechanism is not functioning as it should. I can't figure how to get it off to replace it. I found one that looks like it by Tell but doesn't remove the same way. There is a hole on the handle but, I inserted a small allen wrench into it but,was unable to remove the lever. Any suggestions?

[@absupplynet]

To remove this privacy from your door, first remove the interior lever, there will be a hole for you to insert a very small tool, depress a spring loaded tab, pull the lever off, this will allow you access to remove the rose "scalp" plate allowing you access to the screws to remove the exterior portion of the lock. Please let me know how this turns out.

[@JessicaTrueman]

How can I fix a loose handle (the shaft is sloppy) and loose rosets?

[@absupplynet]

Repairs are generally not possible on this lock and an outright replacement would be the least costly path forward.

[@nbt3663]

I've installed it and the latch isn't far enough out. To actually catch the door jamb.

[@absupplynet]

How far out does the latchbolt project now? 1/2" would be standard.

[@nbt3663]

@@absupplynet so I had to wait for my manager that had the master key. Somehow, it looks like the catch is too far inside and the latch once it engages is too far in there. So the latch only sticks out about a 1/4 inch. I had a locksmith rekey them together. I don't know if this is part of the problem. When I look at lockets on line the catch seems to the outer edge of the barrel. Where as on mine it's like already half way back.

[@absupplynet]

@@nbt3663 email me photos: [e-mail]

[@SpoilersDrHu]

Upon unlocking/locking the door with a key, do you have to tilt the handle lever up after twisting the key? A very standard question, i just know that their are some brands out there that have looked into different locking/unlocking patterns. Cheers

[@absupplynet]

This lock does not require an upward motion of the lever to lock / unlock the unit.

[@vnquidam]

I thought a clutched lever was one that you can still turn from the outside even when it's locked. What you're showing seems to be a fixed lever.

[@absupplynet]

+vnquidam The Ultra Hardware 44253 Standard Duty Commercial Cylindrical Lever Lockset is not a Clutch model. The clutch model Entrance function version of this lock is the Ultra Hardware 44273 and can be reviewed here: absupply.net/ultra-hardware-44273-standard-duty-commercial-cylindrical-clutch-lever-lockset.aspx

[@SchindlerGamer]

The lever lockset that you are reviewing has a rigid mechanism and not a clutch mechanism :)

[@absupplynet]

Thank you - which type do you prefer?

[@SchindlerGamer]

@@absupplynet No problem! I prefer clutch mechanism because an attempt to get in when the door is lock is not going to wear down the lock as fast since the handle still goes down but doesn't retract the latch.

[@absupplynet]

@@SchindlerGamer Certainly agreed. Applications that have a high propensity for very heavy use, abusive use and vandalism is where the clutch type cylindrical lever design performs as it was originally intended. I believe Sargent makes a clutch style in their mortise lock as well.

[@SchindlerGamer]

@@absupplynet Agreed! A lot of manufacturers nowadays like Schlage, Falcon, Cal-Royal, etc. have the option for a clutch mechanism in their lever locks, which is a great feature to have for places that have a lot of uses out of them like school settings! :)

[@210867able]

Not enough info on the video try again

[@absupplynet]

What additional information can I provide. Do you have a specific question?

[@thomasprice9385]

How do you remove the rosettes?

[@absupplynet]

In order to remove the rosettes from this lock you'll first need to remove both the interior and exterior lever trim - at that point you should be able to pull or twist and pull the rosettes off of their diecast zinc rosette sub-assemblies. A link to the manufacturer's installation instructions can be seen here absupply.net/pdf/Ultra%20Hardware%2044255%20Installation%20Instructions.pdf

[@Drunkenvash]

how do you take it apart? Remove to inside lever in order to install it. I tried using a wire pin... doesn't work

[@absupplynet]

The inside lever does first need to come off. The installation instructions can be found on this page: absupply.net/ultra-hardware-44253-standard-duty-commercial-cylindrical-lever-lockset.aspx

[@iloveirelandhorrer5816]

Ur nail man

[@absupplynet]

Thank you - Rich

[@rareairal]

great specs and quick practical explanations. cutting to the chase. just what is needed from the technical point of view.

[@absupplynet]

Thank you - I am glad this video heped. Rich

[@damontenelson8224]

Not really too helpful on how to remove it need a real life scenario would be a better help

[@absupplynet]

Are you asking how to remove this lock from the door? I will provide the exact answer that you were looking for but please tell me exactly what you would like for me to demonstrate.