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Can an existing 98/9949 device be converted to a less bottom latch (LBL) application?

The 98/9949 panic rated exit device can be converted to less bottom latch (LBL).  To convert the device, you will need to detach the bottom cable from the top latch.  Then you must remove the bottom cable and bottom latch from door.

For fire rated applications, the auxiliary fire latch is also needed when using an LBL device to maintain a second point of latching in a fire rated opening.  Please review any local code for compliance.

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