Product Models
- 1990: Standard device.
- 1991: Includes a pull.
- 1992: Includes a cylinder.
- 1993: Includes both a pull and a cylinder.
Installation Overview
The installation process is broken down into six primary steps:
- Rod Assemblies: Install top and bottom rod assemblies into the door, securing them with appropriate machine screws and rod bearing bushings.
- Cylinder: Install the cylinder, ensuring the mounting bolt heads are flush with the door surface.
- Pinion Cam and Traveler: Position the pinion cam and traveler, applying lubricant to the cam for longevity.
- Retractor: Install the retractor over the pinion cam, positioning it for either Hold-back (HB) or Night latch (NL) functions.
- Top Strike: Install and adjust the top strike using shims as needed for proper pin projection.
- Housings and Crossbar: Secure the lock stile housing, hinge stile housing, and the crossbar using mounting studs and set screws.
Key Component Specifications
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Top Rods | Available in 35.125″ (7′ door) or 47.125″ (8′ door) lengths. |
| Bottom Rods | Available as a bent rod (35.125″) or hex bolt (37.812″). |
| Latches | Options include standard SU latch, optional electric strike (ES) top latch, or Pullman (PL) bottom latch. |
| Fasteners | Various sizes including #10-32, #8-32, and 1/4-20 machine and Taptite screws. |
Preparation Requirements
- Handing: The handing of the device is field-changeable.
- Door Types: Specific preparation instructions are provided for both aluminum doors and hollow metal doors.
- Reinforcement: Minimum reinforcement of 3/16″ is required in the head jamb for the top strike, and 1/8″ in the stile for the panic device.
- Crossbar Length: Calculated as the distance between housing vertical centerlines minus 1-3/4″.