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“ why is my solenoid releasing so quickly ”

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Resolution: If voltage going into the solenoid is much higher than 24VDC it could cause the solenoid to get hot. Check the power supply output voltage to confirm. If the holding coil on EL solenoid is shor...:

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 E996L solenoid getting hot?

Resolution: This is usually an indicator of applying excessive voltage. Measure the voltage going into the solenoid and make sure you have 24-26.4VDC cross the two wires going into the solenoid. Also measure ...:

Why is the battery draining so quickly on an AD-Series lock with a Keypad ONLY (KP) credential reader?

Resolution: A Technical Note has been generated to document one method of measuring battery current. See the attachment HERE.:

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...: