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Norton Rixson 6000 Series Low Energy Electrohydraulic Door Operator with Slide Track Arm and Pull Side Mounting

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Norton Rixson 6000 Series Low Energy Electrohydraulic Door Operator with Slide Track Arm and Pull Side Mounting

Advanced Low Energy Power Operator for Double Door Applications

The Norton Rixson 6000 Series Low Energy Electrohydraulic Door Operator delivers reliable automated door operation for commercial applications requiring ADA compliance and accessibility enhancement. This surface-mounted operator accommodates door widths from 36" to 48" with minimum top rail requirements of 1-3/4". Featuring electrohydraulic technology with 1.3A onboard power supply, the system provides smooth operation through wall switch, hands-free, and radio frequency (RF) activation methods while maintaining ANSI/BHMA A156.19 certification.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Door Width Compatibility: Designed for 36" to 48" doors with minimum 1-3/4" top rail requirements for versatile commercial installation options.
  • Advanced Power System: 1.3A onboard power supply with electrohydraulic operation provides consistent performance and energy efficiency.
  • Multiple Activation Methods: Activated by wall switch, hands-free wave-to-open switches, and radio frequency (RF) devices for enhanced accessibility and reduced germ transmission.
  • Modular Installation Design: Backplate template and modular components enable easy one-person installation for both single and double door applications.
  • Smart Diagnostics: Onboard electronics collect usage and cycle count data to facilitate preventative maintenance and system diagnostics.
  • WiFi Interface: Fast, easy setup and adjustments with WiFi interface accessible on any device without requiring connection to building WiFi systems.
  • Dual Operation Mode: Operates as mechanical surface closer when power is off, ensuring continued door function during power outages.
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 2-year limited warranty provides added confidence and protection for commercial installations.

Technical Specifications

  • ADA Compliant: Yes
  • ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA A156.19
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Door Hand Direction: Handed
  • Duty Level: Heavy Duty
  • Product Category: Door Controls
  • Product Group: Door Controls
  • Product Subgroup: Power Operators
  • Product Type: Low Energy Operators
  • Series: 6000 Series
  • Subcategory: Surface Closers

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements match available power supply. Confirm 1.3A power capacity and appropriate voltage before proceeding.
  2. Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures.
  3. Mount the unit on the pull side of the door ensuring adequate clearance for slide track arm operation and future service requirements.
  4. Route and connect wiring according to manufacturer wiring diagrams. Use appropriate wire gauge and connectors for the application.
  5. Configure operational settings including activation methods and door timing per application requirements using the LCD screen interface.
  6. Restore power and test all functions including wall switch operation, hands-free activation, and RF device integration with connected systems.
  7. Complete final inspection and document settings using WiFi interface. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams, programming instructions, and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Educational Facilities
  • Retail Establishments
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities

Why Choose Norton Rixson Quality?

Norton Rixson 6000 Series door operators deliver professional-grade reliability with electrohydraulic technology and heavy-duty construction rated for high-traffic commercial applications. The 2-year limited warranty and ANSI/BHMA A156.19 certification demonstrate the manufacturer's commitment to quality and compliance. Engineered for demanding commercial environments where dependable automated door operation and ADA accessibility are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Series:
6000 Series
Duty Level:
Heavy Duty
ANSI/BHMA:
ANSI/BHMA A156.19
Product Group:
Door Controls
Product Subgroup:
Power Operators
Product Type:
Low Energy Operators
Subcategory:
Low Energy Operators
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
ADA Compliant:
Yes
Door Hand Direction:
Handed
Product Category:
Door Controls
Department:
Door Hardware

Norton Rixson 6011 689 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Is the Norton Rixson 6011 operator pull side or push side mount?
Pull side, with a slide track arm. That means it mounts on the face of the door the door swings toward you from, and the arm rides in a track on the frame rather than swinging out into the opening. If your only available mounting surface is the push side, this is the wrong configuration. Among push side low energy operators, the DORMA ED900 top jamb mount and the LCN 9142 Benchmark are push side units.
2) Do I have to specify handing when ordering a Norton Rixson 6000 Series door operator?
Yes, handing matters. The 6000 Series operator is a handed unit, so a left hand door and a right hand door take different assemblies. Stand outside the opening, note which side the hinges are on and which way the door swings, and order to that. Getting it wrong on a power operator is not a field fix the way it is on some closers.
3) What happens to the door if the power goes out on a low energy automatic operator?
The 6000 Series keeps working as a mechanical surface closer with the power off. The hydraulic body still controls the swing and closes the door, so the opening stays code-functional and secure during an outage; it just stops opening on its own until power returns. Push-to-open manual operation is what you get in the meantime.
4) Does the Norton Rixson 6000 Series operator meet ADA and A156.19 for a barrier-free entrance?
The 6000 Series is ADA compliant and certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.19, which is the standard covering power assist and low energy power operated doors. That is the pairing a facility spec or an accessibility upgrade usually calls out by name, so for a healthcare, school, or municipal opening being brought into compliance it answers the spec directly.
5) What is the closest equivalent to the Norton Rixson 6011 low energy operator from another manufacturer?
The Norton Rixson 6011 is a low energy electrohydraulic operator in the 6000 Series, surface mounted on the pull side with a slide track arm. The closest cross-brand match on a pull side opening is the LCN 9131 Benchmark low-energy automatic door operator, which is also a pull side mount unit built for ADA compliance, in LCN's 9130 Series. The difference to confirm before you order is the drive: the Norton Rixson 6011 is electrohydraulic, while the LCN 9131 is electromechanical, so the adjustment procedure and the spare parts your service tech stocks are not the same.
6) Can an LCN 6440 COMPACT operator replace a Norton Rixson 6011 on a 48 inch door?
Check the door weight first. The Norton Rixson 6011 accommodates door widths from 36 inches to 48 inches with a minimum 1-3/4 inch top rail. The LCN 6440 COMPACT automatic operator module is rated for 185 lb doors and runs on 24VDC with touchless access, and the LCN 6440XP COMPACT is likewise a 24VDC low-energy operator with a 185 lb door capacity. A 48 inch commercial door can exceed 185 lb depending on core and glazing, so the 6440 and 6440XP are sized by weight where the 6011 is specified by width. Weigh or calculate the leaf before treating either as a swap.
7) What are the electrical requirements for a Norton Rixson 6000 Series door operator?
The 6000 Series carries a 1.3A onboard power supply, so the drive power is built into the header unit rather than sitting in a remote transformer cabinet. Confirm the branch circuit can carry that 1.3A capacity at the operator before rough-in, and kill power before you open the unit. If you are comparing against 24VDC module-style operators, the LCN 6440 and 6440XP COMPACT units run 24VDC.
8) What activates a Norton Rixson 6000 Series operator, and can I run touchless switches?
Three activation paths are supported: a hard-wired wall switch, hands-free wave-to-open switches, and radio frequency devices. Touchless wave plates work natively, which is why these go into clinics and restrooms where hand contact is the concern. Plan the activation devices as a separate line on the order, since the operator is the drive unit and the switches are what the user actually touches or waves at.
9) Can one Norton Rixson 6000 Series operator handle a pair of doors, or do I need two?
Each operator drives one leaf. The 6000 Series is built for both single and double door applications, but a pair means one operator per door, sequenced together. The modular components and backplate template are set up so a single tech can hang each unit without a second person on the ladder, which is the practical difference on a two-leaf job.
10) How is the Norton Rixson 6011 operator programmed and adjusted after install?
Setup runs off an onboard WiFi interface you reach from a phone or laptop, and it does not need to join the building WiFi, so you are not waiting on IT to commission the door. An LCD screen on the unit handles operational settings such as activation method and door timing. The electronics also log usage and cycle counts, which gives an MRO group real data for preventative maintenance instead of guessing at service intervals.
11) Electrohydraulic versus electromechanical low energy operator, which should I use?
The 6000 Series is electrohydraulic: a hydraulic closer body does the closing and the motor does the opening, so the door still self-closes correctly with the power cut. Electromechanical operators use a motor and spring instead. Among electromechanical options, the LCN 9131 Benchmark is a pull side unit and the LCN 9142 is push side. For high traffic openings the 6000 Series is rated heavy duty; the DORMA ED50LE is the other heavy duty rated unit here.
12) What other low energy swing door operators could I use instead of the Norton Rixson 6000 Series?
Direct alternatives ZenSupply carries include the Dormakaba ED100LE and the DORMA ED50LE swing door operators, the Cal-Royal 8600 Series with obstacle detection, the SDC AUTOP Series with microprocessor control, and the LCN 9131 Benchmark for pull side mounting. If your opening is a narrower or lighter door, the LCN 6440 COMPACT module is rated to 185 lb doors. Match on mounting side first, then handing, then finish.
13) Is there a simpler low energy operator than the Norton Rixson 6011 for a single interior door that does not need WiFi setup or cycle count diagnostics?
The Norton Rixson 6011 carries onboard electronics that log usage and cycle count data plus a WiFi setup interface, which earns its keep on a facility where maintenance is scheduled off that data. For a single interior opening that does not need it, the DORMA ED50LE is a medium to heavy duty low energy swing door operator in the ED50 Series, and the SDC AUTOP Series is a low energy automatic door operator run by microprocessor control. The Cal-Royal 8600 Series low energy automatic swing door operator includes obstacle detection. Each is a low energy swing operator; confirm mounting side and door weight against your opening.
14) What is the difference between the Norton Rixson 6011 and the Dormakaba ED100LE for a healthcare corridor door?
Both are low energy swing door operators suited to an ADA accessible corridor. The Norton Rixson 6011 is electrohydraulic, ANSI/BHMA A156.19 certified, rated heavy duty for commercial use, and operates as a mechanical surface closer when power is off so the door keeps closing during an outage. The Dormakaba ED100LE is a low energy swing door operator in the ED100 Series. If your facility standard is already built around one brand's controls and activation devices, that is usually the deciding factor rather than the operator itself.
15) I need a low energy operator with built-in obstacle detection. Does the Norton Rixson 6011 have it, or should I look at something else?
The Norton Rixson 6011 is specified around electrohydraulic operation, a 1.3A onboard power supply, and activation by wall switch, hands-free wave-to-open, and RF devices, with cycle count diagnostics read through a WiFi interface. Where obstacle detection is called out on the drawing as a named feature of the operator itself, the Cal-Royal 8600 Series low energy automatic swing door operator lists obstacle detection in its description. Both are low energy swing operators, so the rest of the opening prep is comparable.
16) Which low energy operators cover a pair of doors, and which are single door only?
The Norton Rixson 6011 uses a backplate template and modular components that support one-person installation on both single and double door applications, so it can be specified for a pair. Among cross-brand options, the DORMA ED900 with push side top jamb mount is described for single door application, so a pair would need a second approach. Confirm the leaf arrangement and sequencing requirement before you commit either way.
17) What finishes does the Norton Rixson 6000 Series operator cover come in?
Four finishes: 689 aluminum, 690 dark bronze, BSP black suede powder, and WSP white suede powder. On a building where the existing closers and storefront are already 689 aluminum or 690 dark bronze, the operator matches without a field paint. The suede powder options are what you use when the header needs to disappear into a painted or dark storefront rather than match a plated finish.
18) Is a Norton Rixson 6000 Series operator rated for a high traffic entrance?
It is a heavy duty commercial rated unit, built for high traffic openings rather than light residential duty. That is the class of operator you put on a main lobby, a clinic corridor, or a school entry that cycles all day. The cycle count logging in the electronics is the other half of that: on a high traffic door you can actually see what the opening has done before scheduling service.
19) Are the LCN 6440 and LCN 6440XP the same operator under two part numbers?
They are separate part numbers with separate series. The LCN 6440 COMPACT automatic operator module lists 24VDC power and touchless access for 185 lb doors and sits in LCN's 6400 Series. The LCN 6440XP COMPACT automatic door operator lists 24VDC low-energy operation and the same 185 lb door capacity, but is catalogued to its own 6440XP Series. Order to the exact number your specification calls out rather than assuming the XP is a suffix on the same item.
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