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EL Device Troubleshooting Guide
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VISIT US.ALLEGION.COM/EL-SUPPORT FOR TROUBLESHOOTING VIDEO, DOWNLOADABLE GUIDE, AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS(For best viewing, use Chrome or Firefox browser.)ALLEGION EL SOLENOID ELECTRI...:
What is needed to keep the EL device retracted all day?
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To keep the Von Duprin electric latch retraction EL or QELA exit device dogged (retracted) all day, have your access control, Key pad, key switch, fire alarm contact or any other signals ...:
What would cause an EL device to pull and release?
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If your Von Duprin EL (solenoid) device pulls and releases quickly instead of holding the latch retracted, please check all of the items below.In most cases, one or more of these solutions will r...:
How do I wire an EL device to normally hold open the latch and release it during a fire alarm?
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Use a normally closed fire alarm as the input to the power supply option board (PS873-2 or PS914-2RS), this will hold the latch retracted. During a fire alarm, the contact will open, dropping...:
What could cause the Von Duprin EL solenoid not to hold when mechanism cover plate is slide over the solenoid?
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If mechanism cover plate causes the EL solenoid to drop when slid over the solenoid, the solenoid plunger requires adjustment. You must lengthen the rod by turning the hex nut in front of the plun...:
Why is my latch not retracting when I depress the push pad on an XP98/99 device?
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Pushing on the push bar or activating the EL/QEL or the trim on Von Duprin XP98/99 exit device does not retract the latch, it releases the latch only. Door must be pushed or pulled when device o...:
What wire gauge and run is recommended for Von Duprin electric latch retraction EL device?
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Can the Von Duprin EL option be added to any existing 98/99 device?
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The Von Duprin EL option can be added to any existing 33A/35A, 98/99 series exit devices. :