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Why would the horn sound when the solenoid tries to engage on a Von Duprin Chexit device?
Resolution:
Make sure the proper power supply (PS873 or PS914) and proper gauge and run wire is used for Chexit devices shipped prior to 8-24-2015 with solenoid driven. Related Solution: What wire&n...:
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...:
What would cause a 4040SE not to hold the door open?
Resolution:
A 4040SE would not hold the door open if it has : No Voltage or Improper Voltage. Check that the track has proper voltage going to it (24V AC/DC or 120V AC). If 120 volts is supplied...:
Solenoid on Chexit pulls back and immediately lets go and alarm goes off with red solid light.
Resolution:
The following could cause the Chexit solenoid ( devices shipped prior to 8-24-2015) pulls in then drop out with no alarm. Mechanical adjustment such as vertical rods. Disconnect t...:
Why is my Von Duprin CX going into a weak alarm after the rearm delay?
Resolution:
Chexit devices shipped prior to 8-24-2015 with solenoid - the solenoid pulls and drops, the alarm sounds, there is a solid LED or no LED light after the rearm t...:
Can 24 volts be run to a 12 volt 6000 series electric strike solenoid?
Resolution:
You can't run 24VDC into the 12VDC electric strike, over voltage such as this will cause the solenoid to heat up and damage the solenoid. You must change to a 24V solenoid, part number 050240-00.: