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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...:
Can an EL device be ordered Fail Secure?
Resolution:
This is not possible as an EL device is an electric latch retraction and requires power to unlock the door thus only available in Fail Secure.:
Will the 900-2Q option board operate an EL device?
Resolution:
The 900-2RS is recommended to be used with EL devices but if you have a 900-2Q with PS914 power supply it can be used to operate up to two EL or one EL and one QEL devices .:
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...:
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.:
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.:
Is the the PS914 EL wiring adapter needed for Von Duprin Chexit device?
Resolution:
The EL Wiring Adapter is not needed for a CX device.:
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...:
Why do you need the potted circuit breaker for the Von Duprin EL device?
Resolution:
The potted circuit breaker for the Von Duprin EL device does the switching from the 16 amp pull coil on the solenoid to the .33 amp holding coil of the solenoid.:
What is the power output of a 4600 operator?
Resolution:
The 4600 Series operator has both a 12VDC and 24VDC output rated at 1A (combined load) to power strikes, maglocks, and other devices, but an EL device must have a separate Power Supply for motorize...:
What gauge wire is needed for CX red and black power wires?
Resolution:
For Product Shipped prior to 8-24-2015 with solenoid and EPT or Door Loops: a. 0-100 ft, use #14 Gauge Wire ...:
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.:
What could cause the fuse to blow in a PS873 power supply?
Resolution:
Following could cause the fuse to blow in Von Duprin PS873 power supply. PS873 power supply provides 2AMP at 24VDC or 4AMP at 12VDC. If this limit is exceeded the fuse will blow in the power sup...:
How many Von Duprin QEL devices can be connected to a power supply?
Resolution:
Product Ordered before 7/10/2012 - Product identified by no label on QEL motor. You must use the 900-2Q option board with the PS900 power supplies to operate the QEL devices. The attached ta...:
Is the 900-ELK wiring adaptor required when using the PS914 power supplies?
Resolution:
Products shipped on or after August 8, 2012 no longer require the EL wiring adaptor. The ELK Wiring Adaptor (900ELK) was used only when using the PS914 power supply with either the 900-2RS or...:
Is a Von Duprin or Falcon EL device available in 12V?
Resolution:
Electric latch retraction, EL, devices are only available in 24VDC. (Note: The EL option for 24/25 series and related service parts have been discontinued as of 7/25/2022):
How is the EL exit device wired up to the 900-2RS?
Resolution:
See attached instruction. PS914 Installation Instructions:
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 ...: