Warnings and Cautions Important: Carefully inspect windows, door frame, door, lights, etc. to ensure that the recommended procedures will not cause damage. Kaba Access Control’s warranty does not cover damages caused by installation. Caution: Wear safety glasses when preparing door.
Introduction The purpose of this manual is to instruct the installer on the proper " installation procedure for the E-Plex 5x63, 5x64, 5x68 and 5x69 1 American Steel Mortise (ASM) Mortise locks. These instructions pertain to models with and without deadbolts. For models without deadbolts, please disregard any references to a thumbturn in the instructions.
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These instructions are designed for use by maintenance professionals or lock installers who are familiar with common safety practices and competent to perform the steps described. Kaba Access Control is not responsible for damage, injury or malfunction due to incorrect installation.
Handing Diagram To determine handing, face the door from the exterior (access) side and select the corresponding diagram below. Chart Model Number Handing Deadbolt E5x63 LH/RHR E5x64 RH/LHR E5x68 LH/RHR E5x69 RH/LHR A. MORTISE HANDING The 1" Mortise is not field reversible. You must have the appropriate model for the door handing of the installation.
B. DOOR PREPARATION If using the installation jig to prepare the door, refer Door to the instructions provided with the jig, then pro- ceed with step 7. B-1 Mark the handle height on the edge of the door, as determined directly from the strike. Lever Centerline= ⁄...
B-6 Prepare the cutout for the mortise in the edge of the door using a mortis- ing machine, router and chisel (for dimensions, refer to template). Ensure clearance is provided for moving latch parts as indicated on the template. B-7 When making holes, drill from both sides of the door to prevent unsightly damage (for dimensions, refer to template).
C-3 Drill pilot holes for the strike mounting screws. Mortise the door frame for the strike dimensions shown. 3 ⁄ " (L) X 1" (D) X 1" (W) ⁄ Note: Make certain not to mortise over screw holes drilled earlier. C-4 Position the strike against the door frame and align it with the mounting screw holes.
E. INSTALLING INSIDE UNIT ASSEMBLY E-1 Place inside mounting plate flush against the door as shown. For a door thicknesses of 1 ⁄ " insert diagonally (as shown) two 1 ⁄ " Phillips flat head screws (supplied in parts door kit). Note: The screws must correspond to the two through holes in the mortise.
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Kaba Access Control warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of three (3) years. Kaba Access Control will repair or replace, at our discretion, 5000 Series Locks found by Kaba Access Control analysis to be defective during this period.
G-2 Determine the proper tailpiece (d) from the chart below for your KIL cylinder. You must use a Kaba tailpiece. The K 2 tailpiece is preassembled with the Kaba 1599. TAILPIECE KIL CYLINDER...
H. INSTALLING / REMOVING OUTSIDE LEVER (Key-In-Lever models only) H-1 Make certain the lever catch is up as shown (c). To successfully install the outside lever, the lever sleeve (f) tab must be positioned correct- ly with the respective notch on the lever. The Incorrect Correct lock comes shipped with the lever sleeve...
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I-2 Insert the outside lever (a) until it is flush to the outside unit assembly (b). To secure the outside lever, insert the release tool (d) (or screwdriver) into the outside lever as shown, and slide the lever catch down until it clicks. Make certain lever is attached before installing the core.
Remove the interchangeable/removable cylinder. Then remove the tail- piece (e). Note: You may want to use needle nose pliers for some tailpieces. I-10 Insert the lever release tool (d) into the small hole (f) under lever as shown. Gently push lever catch up until it clicks. Remove tool, then remove outside lever (a).
J-4 Reconnect the battery cable. Place the battery holder into the cover. Screw the back cover onto the inside housing, ensuring that the cable is not trapped under the edge of the cover. Caution: Over-tightening these screws could strip the threads in the housing or crack the cover.
M. INSTALLING RUBBER BUMPERS M-1 Close the door and apply pressure making sure the deadlatch (a) rests on the strike plate (b) as shown. Standing on the frame (door step) side of the door, check for gaps between the door and the frame on the three sides of the Correct frame (left, right and top).
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