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1. Introduction
• The PDU8500 Series Panic Device offers superior functionality for egress and security needs.
• Please read the Installation Instructions in this manual carefully before installing the Panic Device.
• The PDU8500 installs the same on the following door types: Storefront, Wood and Metal.
• The framing conditions are different for Hollow Metal Frames.
• Hollow Metal Frame Requirements:
- Stop Height:
5
/
8
" This will shift the top of the panic device down on the door when compared to an aluminum frame.
- Stop Width: Minimum of 3" wide.
- Reinforcement: Minimum of 12 gauge closer reinforcement along the stop width in the area that the strike will be attached.
• Strike templates can be found on assaabloydooraccessories.us, Resource Library > Product Templates > Rockwood Templates >
Architectural Line.
• If you have questions, please contact us at (800)458-2424.
1.1 Description
• The tools and supplies listed below are necessary to complete the installation of the Panic Device.
1.2 Tools and Supplies
Tools
• Allen wrenches:
5
/
64
"
,
5
/
32
"
,
1
/
8
"
,
3
/
16
"
,
1
/
4
"
• Latch and Actuator Gauge
• Spanner Wrench
• Wrench:
7
/
16
"
Supplies included in kit
• Threadlocker
• Synthetic Multi-Purpose Grease
• Latch and Actuator Gauge
• Extra Door Bushings
Supplies Needed (not included in kit)
• Soft Cloth
Figure 1-1
Dogged Position
Figure 1-
2
Un-dogged Position
Dog Button
Dog Button
• The Dogging Feature is located on the bottom
of the Panic Device Assembly vertical tube,
directly under the Actuator Post Assembly.
• Engage the Horizontal Crash Bar and slide the
Dog Button to the up position.
• The Panic Device Assembly is dogged when
the Dog Button is in the up position. Refer to
Figure 1-1.
• The Panic Device Assembly is un-dogged
when the Dog Button is in the down position.
Refer to Figure 1-2.
1.3
Dogging Feature
