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Can Von Duprin QEL/EL and CX be in the same device?
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You can not use these options together on the same device per the following reasons: QEL/EL device retracts the latch bolt of the exit device allowing entry. CX (Chexit) device ...:
Is there a Von Duprin conversion kit to change mechanical to electric latch retraction (QEL) in the field?
Resolution:
Followings are the list of the electric latch retraction (QEL) kits:114317-00QELA Modular Conversion Kit040061-00QELA Modular Conversion Kit w/CON958002-00HD-QELA Modular Conversion Kit040062-...:
Can the Von Duprin EL option be added to any existing 98/99 device?
Resolution:
The Von Duprin EL option can be added to any existing 33A/35A, 98/99 series exit devices. :
How do I wire an EL device to normally hold open the latch and release it during a fire alarm?
Resolution:
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...:
Why is my latch not retracting when I depress the push pad on an XP98/99 device?
Resolution:
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 power supply is needed for EL devices?
Resolution:
You can use a Von Duprin PS914 power supply with any of the following option boards depending on the application. 900-2RS board will power 1 or 2 devices that do not require timing from pow...:
What wire gauge and run is recommended for Von Duprin electric latch retraction EL device?
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Is there a conversion kit to add Electronic Dogging (ED) or Electric Latch Retraction (EL) to a 1690 or 1790 in the field?
Resolution:
There is no conversion kit to add EL or ED to an existing 1690 or 1790 series device. All of the components are built into the device, since the device does not have a separate base...:
Can the Von Duprin exit alarm ALK and electric latch retraction QEL or EL device be in the same device?
Resolution:
No, Von Duprin exit alarm ALK and electric latch retraction QEL or EL are installed in the same location and can't be ordered together with the same device.:
What would cause an EL device to pull and release?
Resolution:
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...:
Are the Falcon EL solenoids rated for continuous duty?
Resolution:
The Falcon EL devices can be operated in a continuous duty cycle.:
Has the Monarch 19 ever had electric latch retraction?
Resolution:
Electric Latch Retraction(ELR) option for the 19 Series was discontinued in December of 2006.:
What is (SD) Special Dogging?
Resolution:
SD is Special cylinder dogging in the center case of 98/99 rim and vertical rod non fire rated devices and is available with standard, EL, QEL, CX and ALK.:
Does EL or QEL conversion kit for Von Duprin exit devices contain mechanism cover plate?
Resolution:
The conversion kit does not contain a new mechanism case cover plate. If a cover plate is desired, you would need the Fire or Less Dogging Cover Plate for EL/QEL conversion kit and Panic cove...:
What would cause an EL exit device to pull and release repeatedly?
Resolution:
Following could cause the EL device to pull and drop repeatedly. Short to ground on EL wiring. Incorrect wire gauge used. For wire run and gauge requirements, click HERE Wrong power suppl...:
What is needed to keep the EL device retracted all day?
Resolution:
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 ...:
Is the Von Duprin EL option available on Von Duprin XP98 or XP99 exit devices?
Resolution:
The EL (Electrified) option is available with Von Duprin XP98/99 exit devices. To order, specify ELXP98/99 with proper trim.:
How is the EL exit device wired up to the 900-2RS?
Resolution:
See attached instruction. PS914 Installation Instructions:
Can the EL or QEL conversion kit be used on the old Von Duprin 33/35 exit device?
Resolution:
Current EL and QEL baseplate conversion kits can be used on all latching types of the 33/35 series (non "A" version which were manufactured prior to 2003). At one time, the obsolete black EL ...: