Detex Corporation, 302 Detex Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3045
830-629-2900 / 800-729-3839 / Fax 800-653-3839 / Text photos only: 830-481-6433 / INTERNET: www.detex.com
104888 March 18, 2020
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONCEALED VERTICAL ROD
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Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device
82 / F82 / 83 / F83 Series
for Medium to Wide Stile
Aluminum or FRP door applications
Drawing No. 105280
Table of Contents Page
Device parts breakdown view................................................
2
Device parts breakdown list with part numbers.....................
3
Hardware List with part numbers & tools required................. 4
Step 1: Door/opening measurements....................................
5
Step 2: Door & frame prep ...................................................
6
Step 3: Top rod assembly and initial adjustment .................
7 & 8
Step 4: Bottom rod / latch assembly initial adjustment .........
9
Step 5: Visual alignment check ............................................
10
Step 6: Install top latch mounting bracket ............................
11
Step 7: Insert rod / latch / centerlift assembly into door .......
11
Step 8: Secure rod / latch / centerlift assembly to door .......
12
Step 9: Verify centerlift mechanism operation ...................
12
Step 10: Hang door / assemble device to door ....................
13
Check device for clearance ....................................
14
Install mortise cylinder ...........................................
14
Step 11: Install top strike.......................................................
15
Step 12: Install bottom strike.................................................
15
Step 13: Fine latch adjustment .............................................
16
Step 14: Install covers ..........................................................
17
Step 15: Install auxiliary bolt.................................................... 17
Optional accessories ............................................................
18
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For device installation videos,
scan code below or
go to www.detex.com/videos
Owner's Copy
For WARRANTY information,
scan code below or
go to www.detex.com/warranty
Should you have a Question/Problem with your Detex device please
call Detex Technical Support from the job site at 1-800-729-3839
and choose option 2 on our menu. Please do not return the product
to the distributor.