Summary of Contents for Von Duprin Chexit CX33A/35A
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NFPA101 for “Special Locking Arrangement” and UBC “Special Egress-Control Devices.” The Von Duprin Chexit device sounds an alarm and keeps an exit door secured for 15 seconds following an attempt to exit. The Chexit releases immediately upon a fire alarm condition.
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PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Complete the items on the checklist below before installing the Chexit module. Each component listed should be prepared and installed according to the installation instructions supplied with it. Mechanical Preparation 1. Door and frame have been prepared for power transfer. 2.
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Function Optional/Required Used? If Not Used... Required 24 VDC power supply Supplies power to Chexit Required (Von Duprin PS873) Building fire alarm Unlocks Chexit in case Required Required (normally closed contacts) of fire alarm Transfers electrical power Use door loop or...
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TYPICAL WIRING (continued) Double Door Application In this double door application, both doors open in the same direction and each is equipped with a Chexit. The two Chexits are connected (ganged) by the gray (CM+) and violet (CM-) wires. (If not used, insulate these wires separately.) When one Chexit is set into alarm, the other also goes into alarm, and both unlock after 15 seconds.
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INSTALLATION Connect cable wires to same Remove end cap, end cap bracket, color power transfer door side and cover plate from Chexit device. wires. Install door side of EPT-10 (shown) or finish installing End cap electric hinge. End cap bracket Cover plate CAUTION Support hinge end of...
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INSTALLATION (continued) Install key cylinder if Cylinder cam is turned under available, otherwise cylinder with key removed continue with step No. 6. Red plastic plate CAUTION (beveled edge up) Orient cylinder as shown or unit will Knurled ring not operate. TIGHTEN 3.
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OPERATION The basic function of a Chexit is to sound an alarm and keep an exit door secured for 15 seconds following an attempt to exit. Test the operation of your Chexit by performing actions Nos. 1 through 6 in the summary below.
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2.5 seconds after the door closes. 6. If you are using a door position switch but you want the full rearm time to expire before the Chexit arms, call Von Duprin at 1-888-371-7331 and get instructions from Electrical Technical Support.
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