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SECURITRON 32, 34, 62 AND 82 SERIES MAGNALOCK
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. DESCRIPTION
Securitron’s Magnalock family represents the state of the art in electric locking. Three different size models are available: The Model 32 and Model 34 series with a holding force of 600 lbs. (275 Kg.); The Model 62 series with a holding force of 1,200 lbs. (550 Kg.) and the model 82 series with a holding force of 1,800 lbs. (820 Kg.). Several mounting and electronic options are available which are described in this manual. Note that most points in this manual apply to the entire Magnalock series. When a point applies to a particular Magnalock version, this will be specifically noted.
2. PHYSICAL INSTALLATION
2.1 SURVEY
Because of the wide variety of situations in which the Magnalock may be utilized, first survey the physical area in which it is to be installed and determine the best method of mounting it. In this initial planning two considerations come into play: the mounting method must be strong enough so that the full holding power of the Magnalock can be effective, and the Magnalock and wiring must be protected to a reasonable degree from damage by intruders or vandals. Often an accessory bracket is necessary, either furnished by Securitron or made up by the installer. The brackets that can be used are covered later. Note that Magnalocks are supplied with a complete set of fasteners. When shipped outside of North America, metric fasteners are supplied and therefore the drawings in this manual show both US and metric fasteners.
2.2 INSTALLATION TOOL KIT
Securitron offers an installation tool kit (part # IK or IKM, for metric use) which includes special drills, a drilling template, a blind nut collapsing tool and extra fasteners and hardware. If the installation is for a large number of locks or if the installer expects to perform other installations, we recommend the purchase of this kit as it reduces installation labor and improves job quality.
2.3 GENERAL INSTALLATION ON OUTSWINGING DOOR
The Magnalock should be mounted under the door frame header in the corner farthest from the hinges (see Figure 5). Most commonly, it is positioned horizontally but vertical positioning should also be considered. In some cases for example, the horizontal header on an aluminum frame glass door is not as strong as the vertical extrusion, so vertical mounting would be preferred. This type of installation places the Magnalock such that the door swings away from it. This configuration is necessary for all facility exit doors (otherwise, the Magnalock would be on the outside of the building). For interior doors, the Magnalock should still be mounted in this manner unless security planning anticipates a physical assault on the Magnalock from that side of the door in which case see section 2.4 on inswinging door installation.
2.3.1 STRIKE PLATE MOUNTING
The strike should be mounted before the magnet on the upper corner of the door. The first step is to locate the precise place you intend to mount the strike including deciding whether you want to mount the Magnalock horizontally or vertically (see Section 2.3.2). The top of the strike should be positioned about 1/10" (2.5mm) below the line where the door meets the door stop, or below the header if there is no door stop to permit free closing. If the strike is mounted vertically instead of horizontally, increase this
When the strike position has been chosen, step two is to drill three holes in the door following the template. Step three is mounting the white plastic bushings which surround and insulate the roll pins into the 1/2" (12.7mm) holes. The bushings are employed to insulate the strike electrically from a metal door and also help prevent the roll pins from wearing the door.
