Can rod and latch guards be used with Windstorm rated (WS) exit devices?
This information pertains to Windstorm (WS98/9927/57/-F) devices.
Rod Guards:
Windstorm devices are physically compatible with rod guards (RGO). The device rod guides may be removed and, in fact, must be removed in order for the rod guard to fit. Windstorm devices are not physically compatible with RG-27, RG-27-3, or RG-27-4 because those products also contain standard latch guards that are not large enough to accommodate Windstorm device latches.
NOTE: Rod guards are NOT tested or approved components for FEMA rated openings. They may NOT be used with Windstorm (WS) devices in FEMA rated applications.
Latch Guards:
The WS-LGO-3 and WS-LGO-4 are Extended Latch Guards that are specifically designed for use with Windstorm devices because the Windstorm latches are larger than standard device latches. There is no WS-LGO non-extended latch guard. The standard LGO, LGO-3, LGO-4, are not compatible with Windstorm devices.
The WS-LGO-3 and WS-LGO-4 are tested and approved components for Steelcraft Paladin FEMA-certified assemblies.
Rod Guards combined with Latch Guards:
For non-FEMA rated openings only, the Windstorm device may be used with the RGO coupled with the WS-LGO-3 or WS-LGO-4 if desired. Each item would be ordered separately.
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