Exit Devices

Choose hardware for the whole opening

1. Confirm fire-rated versus non-fire-rated hardware

Panic hardware and fire exit hardware are not interchangeable terms. A fire-rated opening requires the appropriately listed fire exit hardware and compatible door/frame assembly. Fire exit hardware must maintain positive latching; mechanical dogging that holds the latch retracted is not permitted on fire exit hardware. Confirm permitted electrical functions and release behavior for the exact listed assembly with the manufacturer and authority having jurisdiction.

2. Match door preparation, handing and dimensions

Record single or paired doors, material, thickness, stile width, existing holes and cutouts, door swing/handing, clear opening width and door height. Verify the manufacturer’s handing convention and whether the selected model can be field reversed. Nominal device length does not by itself establish the permitted door width: check the allowable cut-down range, trim clearance, rod length and template.

3. Select outside trim and cylinder/keying

Exit-only, pull, lever and keyed trim serve different entry needs. Passage, storeroom and other functions vary by series and trim. Match the actual function description and compatible cylinder or interchangeable-core preparation; do not assume matching lever appearance means matching operation. Outside access control must not compromise the required egress operation.

4. Coordinate electrified hardware

Electric latch retraction pulls back the latch for controlled access or coordinated door operation. Electrified outside trim controls entry without necessarily retracting the latch. They are different functions. Confirm voltage, current/inrush, duty rating, compatible power supply, power transfer, wiring and any required monitoring. Check fire-alarm/interface requirements and the permitted fire-door application for the selected system.

5. Distinguish alarmed from delayed-egress devices

An alarmed device can signal an attempted exit; it does not inherently delay release. Delayed-egress hardware intentionally delays release only in code-permitted applications and requires the specified signage, release sequence and system interfaces. Confirm occupancy, local code and authority approval rather than treating delayed egress as a standard add-on.

6. Match finish, environment and service needs

Choose the specified finish and coordinate the device, trim, mullion and fasteners. Verify exterior exposure, corrosion/environmental suitability, traffic requirements, grade and service parts for the exact configuration. A finish label or brand alone does not establish a rating or compatibility.

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• Accentra 6000 Series
• Accentra 2100 Series
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• PDQ 6300 Series
• PDQ 4200 Series
• Hager 4500 Series
• Hager 4700 Series
• Dorma 9000 Series
• Dorma 8000 Series

Parts manuals, templates & installation instructions

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