Mestra MTLKEG Installation Information

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Page 1 smarter locking Metra Electronic Lock Installation Information...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
smarter locking TABLE OF CONTENTS REGULATORY INFORMATION ........................3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .......................... 4 COMPONENTS ............................4 LOCK POSITION ............................4 WIRING ..............................5 CRIMPING THE CONNECTORS ......................... 6 MOUNTING THE LOCK ..........................8 ADJUSTING THE EJECTOR SPRING FORCE ....................9 MOUNTING THE LOCK BODY .........................
Page 3: Regulatory Information
SI-1236 Trzin, Slovenia Trade Mark: Metra ELS System Model/Type ref.: Metra Electronic Lock Product Code: MTLKEG MTLKEPS MTLKEPL Year of Construction: 1998 -2018 © 18 August 2021 Metra inženiring d.o.o. All Rights reserved. The contents of this document are subject to change without notice.
Page 4: Product Description
smarter locking PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Metra electronic lock has proven itself during many years of operation on the field to be innovative and reliable. However, correct installation is crucial for the proper operation. This way we strongly recommend you to read and follow these instructions to achieve a maximum performance and a long lasting, trouble free operation of the device.
Page 5: Wiring
smarter locking are operating the locks as directly as possible. Position may thus vary due to the locker construction, vertical position, etc. For the retrofit jobs several drill jigs to simplify the installation are available in Metra. The screws are not supplied since they vary in size and type for different locker constructions and materials.
Page 6: Crimping The Connectors
smarter locking CRIMPING THE CONNECTORS Connectors may differ in type, but they all require the same procedure. To crimp the connectors you need standard flat cable crimping pliers (can be purchased in Metra on request) and a sharp knife or OLFA cutter. STEP 1: Find the PIN1 marker (arrow) and place the connector on the cable so that marker is on the red wire.
Page 7 smarter locking STEP 3: Cut the overhanging part of the cable on the lock side with a sharp knife or an OLFA cutter, flat with connector side. Repeat the same procedure on the other side of the cable. STEP 4: Connect the Electronic Lock. Check cable correct...
Page 8: Mounting The Lock
smarter locking MOUNTING THE LOCK General rule is that the lock is better to be placed a bit forward of the closed inner plane of the door and should never be even a fraction back from that plane. OK – Lock tip is even OK –...
Page 9: Adjusting The Ejector Spring Force
smarter locking ADJUSTING THE EJECTOR SPRING FORCE Depending on the door size and type of the hinges you might need to adjust the spring force. Ejector is important part of the lock and should be able to push the doors open when unlocked.
Page 10: Mounting The Lock Body
smarter locking MOUNTING THE LOCK BODY The lock body should be mounted first and then the door strike accordingly. The body is placed on the locker side (for very narrow doors can be also top or bottom). Drillings should be done in accordance with the drawing and the screw type. Insert the connector, fold the extra wire (see "wiring") and screw the lock firmly.
Page 12: Mounting The Door Strike
smarter locking 10 MOUNTING THE DOOR STRIKE Marking the drilling position If the mounting holes for door strike are not pre – drilled in factory, use the Metra drill jig: acrylic (code SA000012) or ALU (code 1813) to mark the position of two strike holding screws.
Page 13: Mounting
smarter locking Mounting Drill the holes according to the marks, drawing and screw type. Use supplied washers between the screw and plastic strike body. Attach metal strike wire to the plastic strike body and press until it jams into holder. STEP 2 Insert the screws with washers into the holder.
Page 14: Adjust Strike Position
smarter locking Adjust strike position Strike positioning tool – adapter. STEP 1: Loosen the screws, so the strike can move some. STEP 2: Close the door completely, so that tool enters the lock mouth completely. STEP 3: Tighten the screws and remove the tool.
Page 15: Correctly Tight Screws
smarter locking Correctly tight screws Try moving the Wire loop left and right in the screws are correctly tightened, the wire loop should be able to move. 11 FINAL OPERATIONAL TEST OF THE LOCKER Final check of the locker and mounting should be done after the lock is operational – connected to the driving or test unit.
Page 16: Maintenance Of The Lock
smarter locking 12 MAINTENANCE OF THE LOCK If mounted correctly as described above and under normal conditions the lock should give you long lasting, trouble free operation. Due to the hi-tech and hi quality materials used, there is virtually no maintenance needed. Occasional lubrication (depends on the environment, usually once a year or two) of the locking ball with the PTFE (Teflon) spray is recommended.
Page 17 smarter locking Trouble Test Possible parameter solution Are the screws too Unscrew the The single lock tight and the gap on screws a bit and does not respond – the lock totally enlarge the gap no sound of motor compressed? with the flat –...
Page 18 smarter locking Trouble Test Possible parameter solution After unlocking the Is the spring force Unscrew the lock door (usually small of the lock ejector and Adjust the ones) slam open adjusted? spring force. Use too fast. the 2.5/16 mm screw with counter-sunk head.
Page 19: The Locks Have Been Operational For Some Time
smarter locking The locks have been operational for some time Trouble Test Possible parameter solution The lock has trouble The screws are too Unscrew the locking – unlocking. tight. screws a bit and It does respond enlarge the gap when you press the with the flat trigger (ejector) but screwdriver.
Page 20 smarter locking Trouble Test Possible parameter solution The locker’s door In some models of Press ejector of lock, but can be control devices, after another lock that is forced open and three consecutive connected to the alarm sounds. The triggers lock goes to same control lock is left with short inhibit mode.

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