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How does the Von Duprin 98/99 rim or vertical rod exit device with lever trim convert from L to L-NL function?
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To convert the Von Duprin 98/99 Rim or Vertical (Rod or Cable) Exit Device with functional lever (996L-R/V) to act like a rigid lever (996L-NL-R/V) with key over ride follow these steps: R...:
Why would the 996L trim not lock or unlock when installed with 98 or 99EO?
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The 98/99 rim and vertical rod exit devices are shipped with NL drive screw to function as a Night Latch. To convert the device to Class Room, remove the NL Drive Screw on 98/99 center case ass...:
Is the Von Duprin 1609 strike fire rated for pairs of doors?
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The Von Duprin 1609 cannot be used on a pair of fire rated doors. We recommend using the Von Duprin fire rated mortise exit device in lieu of the rim device such as the Von Duprin 5575-F,...:
Can the electric strike be used with a vertical rod device on a fire-rated door?
Resolution:
Not for use in fire rated openings.:
Why should you use the LX switch with an ALK being used in Von Duprin surface vertical rod devices?
Resolution:
You should use the LX switch with the Von Duprin surface vertical rod exit device because the rods are exposed and are vulnerable to attack. IE, the top rod can be grasped and forced down to retrac...:
Can I use an AD or CO - 993 Exit Trim with a Von Duprin 98/99 Concealed Vertical Rod exit device on a wood door?
Resolution:
The AD or CO - 993 is NOT compatible with a Von Duprin 98/99 Concealed Vertical Rod exit device on wood doors.:
What causes the top rod case to pull away from or strip out of the face of a steel door?
Resolution:
Hardware falling off a door is caused by one or all of the following issues: Field abuse Improper internal reinforcements in the door Improper field preparation The top or bottom rod case can...:
Can the CD and EL options be provided on the same 98/99 rim or vertical rod exit device?
Resolution:
There is not enough room for both Cylinder Dogging (CD) and Electric Latch Retraction (EL or QEL) options because they both try to occupy the same space in the device.The dogging mechanism for cyli...:
How do I add the Special Dogging (SD) option to a 98/9927 vertical rod device?
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Special Dogging can be added but you will need a new center case assembly, cylinder dog housing, and center case cover. 050550, SD center case kit RHR and 050551, SD center case kit LHR. 112409...:
Where is the template for the 718 trims made after 2/28/2011 for Falcon/Monarch concealed vertical rod devices?
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Templates for current 718 series trim can also be found on Falcon website:
Can I order a "one piece" top rod for an 8827 for a 9' door?
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8827 vertical rod device is available for 7 or 8 feet tall door standard. 12", 24", 36" and 48" extension rod kits are available for taller doors (8 feet max on fire rated openings). We do no...:
What is the part number for the former F588 from Monarch?
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The top latch for a Fire rated surface vertical rod device is part #650375-00 which replaced the old part #F588.:
Surface vertical rod exit device
Resolution:
Exit device with surface applied rods connected to top and bottom latches.:
Concealed vertical rod exit device
Resolution:
An exit device with rods concealed in the door and connected to top and bottom latches.:
FIRE RATED CONCEALED VERTICAL ROD FIRE DEVICE
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9847-F Series ,9947-F Series, 98/9947WDC-F, 5547-F, 5547WDC-F, 8847-F:
FIRE RATED SURFACE MOUNTED VERTICAL ROD FIRE DEVICE
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9827-F Series ,9827-F Series, 8827-F, 2227-F:
SURFACE MOUNTED VERTICAL ROD DEVICE
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2227, 3327A, 3527A, 9827, 9927, 8827, 24V, 25V, 19V, XX-V, 27, 5527, 8827, 9827, 33A27, 35A27:
What is the LM9000 mortise lock?
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The Schlage LM9000 Multipoint Solution was a three-point locking assembly that was UL approved to FEMA 361 and FEMA 320 guidelines for outswing doors, and met ANSI ICC 500 for tornad...:
Does Von Duprin supply the 9875, 9975, 9875-F and 9975-F mortise exit devices with NL-OP trim function?
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For night latch function with pull by others, the 98/99 series mortise exit device should be ordered as NL less trim, e.g., 9875NL-L/TRIM. We will furnish a device only, and the mortise cyl...:
Why does the QEL cycle 3 times with a solid red led and does not work?
Resolution:
Improper mechanical adjustment or QEL calibration could cause the QEL cycle three times with solid LED and not work. First check mechanical adjustment on vertical rods or mortise lock device and co...:
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.:
Is the SD option available with Von Duprin QEL 98/99 exit devices?
Resolution:
SD option is available and is also standard with Von Duprin 98/99 rim and vertical rod exit devices but not available with mortise device.:
Will a key from pull side retract the Chexit device latchbolt when armed?
Resolution:
CX98/9975 mortise devices will retract the latch bolt when the key is used on the pull side of the door.:
Can the Von Duprin 996L lever handle be replaced with a new one?
Resolution:
Yes, Von Duprin 996L lever handle can be replaced with a new one . Attached installation instructions shown how to replace the existing lever handle on 994/996L trim for rim and vertical rod device...:
Is EL an option on WS98/9927 Windstorm devices?
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The EL option is not available with WS98/99 series exit devices. :
Are GrainTech doors available with hardware preps?
Resolution:
All hardware options (available on standard door) are available on GrainTech® doors. Available hardware are covered in the Steelcraft Price Manual. GrainTech® doors can be prepped for the Von Dupr...:
What is the Falcon cam designation for use on 25 series trims?
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For standard (non-IC) cylinders, use the Falcon #4 straight cam For IC cylinders, use the Falcon #5 cam :
Can the 9475 be used on a pair of doors with the 9447?
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The 9475 mortise device is for single door only. :
Can the XX-V, 19-V, 24-V or 25-V extension rod be used on the bottom rod?
Resolution:
The extension rod could be used either on the top or bottom rods.:
How does the outside trim function on a Chexit Rim or Vertical Rod device?
Resolution:
A thumbpiece, knob or lever trim left in the unlock position would be locked when the Chexit is armed and unlock when the Chexit device is disarmed. To keep the outside trim in the lock p...:
What is the part number for the E996L rim conversion kit?
Resolution:
The 050672 is the part number for rim or vertical rod device and 050673 for the mortise device.:
What is the difference between Von Duprin 98/9947 and 98/9948 concealed vertical rod devices?
Resolution:
They both use Template # 10320_c:
Can the NL key override be used on Chexit Rim or Vertical Rod devices?
Resolution:
The NL key override will not open the door while Chexit rim or vertical rod device is in the arm mode.:
What would keep the vertical rod exit devices top latch from being held retracted in the open position?
Resolution:
Following exit devices 2227/F, 33/3527A/F, 33/3547A/48A/F, 98/9927/F and 98/9947/48/F have similar rod adjustment procedures. All top latches control the bottom latch assemblies. When do...:
CONCEALED VERTICAL ROD
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CV:
VERTICAL RODS
Resolution:
27, 47, 57, SVR, CVR, WDC:
SURFACE VERTICAL ROD
Resolution:
SV, V (27):
CONCEALED VERTICAL ROD DEVICE
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47, 5547, 8847, 9447, 9547, 9847, 9947, 3347A, 3547A, 9848, 9948, 9847, 9947, 9847WDC, 9947WDC, 8847-F, 5547, 5547WDC:
VERTICAL ROD PANIC DEVICE
Resolution:
VRPD; FEH:
How does the LM9000 LMV9000 product ship?
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The LM9000 mortise lock, door with pre-assembled vertical rods, and frame all ship separately. The soffit latch, bottom strike, and latch release will ship with the mortise lock, not the...:
Chexit goes into alarm with fast flashing LED and not locking after rearm time.
Resolution:
Chexit devices shipped prior to 8-24-2015 with solenoid driven: Chexit device has a RX switch with a connector that needs to be connected to the Chexit module otherwise the alarm will sound af...:
How do you change the Von Duprin 990TP trim to NL function?
Resolution:
Recommend to order a new 990NL-R/V or M trim to change from TP/Classroom function to NL/Storeroom function. You will also need to reinstall the NL drive screw back into into the mast...:
Can the Von Duprin Chexit device be ordered with LX latch bolt monitor?
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The LX switch is not available with Von Duprin rim and vertical rod Chexit devices. If using a mortise Chexit device the SS7500 mortise lock would provide a LX latch bolt monito...:
What is an astragal?
Resolution:
An Astragal is an applied molding attached most commonly to the meeting edge of doors to: Protection against weather conditions Minimize the passage of light between the doors Retard the passa...:
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...:
Will the 18-V top latch work with a 25-V device?
Resolution:
Yes, the top latch for the 25-V carried over from the 18-V device. Surface vertical rod top latch = part #650389 or #650375(fire rated):
What strike would be used for a 25-R for pair without mullion?
Resolution:
For non fire rated doors only the 1609 strike would be used on the inactive leaf that is flush/surface bolted or with a *surface or concealed vertical rod device on other door leaf.:
How do I retro fit the 2390 into the 1390 muntin?
Resolution:
Replace the device and vertical rods with the current 2390 device and possibly a filler plate. A filler plate may be needed as the older 1390 device was sized per order whereas the 2390 is onl...:
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...:
Can a Von Duprin 996L trim be converted to E996L trim?
Resolution:
A E996 conversion kit is required to convert the 996L/L-BE trim to E996L/L-BE electric trim. 050672-00 is the electric conversion kit for 996L rim or vertical rod exit device. 050673-00 is the ...:
What is the definition of double egress?
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Double Egress Opening: A pair of swinging doors, each leaf which swings in the opposite direction of the other. DOORS: A pair of doors swinging in opposite directions without a vertical mullion....:
How do I add mechanical dogging to my Von Duprin EL device?
Resolution:
HD-EL (Hex Dogging Electric Latch Retraction) solenoid and plunger can be replaced with standard EL solenoid and plunger on non fire rated exit devices, but this should not be used on a daily basi...:
Can you use a new 812L on an old bar that had a 182L?
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The current 812L trim will replace the older 182L trim. Due to the thicker escutcheon plate of the 812L trim a 1 1/2" mortise cylinder with straight cam for mortise devices or a longer rim cylinde...:
How is the QEL calibrated?
Resolution:
The QELA motor that has shipped since 2015 is self calibrating. Older versions had a calibration button, and these notes would apply: Calibration is an internal process of the QEL device&...: