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What would cause the Von Duprin EL Solenoid not to hold when the mech case cover plate is slid over top of the solenoid?
Resolution:
If the cover plate on the mechanism case causes the EL solenoid to drop when slid over the solenoid, then the solenoid plunger requires adjustment. You must lengthen ...:
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 ...:
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...:
Are the Falcon EL solenoids rated for continuous duty?
Resolution:
The Falcon EL devices can be operated in a continuous duty cycle.:
Why does my lever sag on an L9000?
Resolution:
Levers may sag due to an incorrectly installed springcage or an incorrect springcage.Mortise locks with a fixed (rigid) lever such as an L9080 will use a spacer on the rigid lever (outside) and a s...:
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 wire gauge and run is recommended for Von Duprin electric latch retraction EL device?
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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...: