Securitron iMXDa_iEXDa_CH INSTALLATION - Manual (Page 19)

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Page 19 Rev. A, 11/12
iMXDa-CH – City of Chicago Operational Information
This addresses the operating notifications specifically related to compliance with the
City of Chicago and related Municipal Codes.
For compliance with Section 13-160-269(a)(7) of the Municipal Code:
The Securitron – Model iMXDaCH Integrated Movement Exit Delay System will contain no selectable
operating modes for the logic timers or specialized alarm reminder operations.
The timing system is fixed with a 1 second initiating time (nuisance timed alarm) plus a 14-second
(Irrevocable timed alarm) sequence and delayed lock release and egress implementation.
Automatic re-locking only occurs if the door opens and returns to the closed position and then
remains closed for a full 30 second period thereafter.
For compliance with Section 13-160-269(a)(1) of the Municipal Code:
The Securitron – Model iMXDaCH Integrated Movement Exit Delay System must be used with a UL listed
fire alarm system.
The fire alarm system must contain latching type dry contacts designated for “auxiliary” operations.
The contacts must activate for both the alarm and troubled conditions.
For compliance with Section 13-160-269(a) of the Municipal Code:
The Securitron – Model iMXDaCH Integrated Movement Exit Delay System must be used with a
Securitron ~ Model BPS-CH Series Power Supply.
The power supply unit is to be supplied without provisions for battery back-up.
Door Travel Limitations and/or Restrictions:
The Securitron – Model iMXDaCH Integrated Exit Movement Delay System must be configured to trigger
the egress initiating within one-eighth inch (1/8”) of door movement.
The maximum door travel is limited to a one-half inch (1/2”) movement measured at the strike
armature/sex bolt mounting location.
iMXDa-CA – State of California Operational Information
This addresses the operating notifications specifically related to compliance with the
state of California building codes 2011 update.
State of California approved Delayed Egress devices shall conform to all of the
following:
1. The doors unlock upon actuation of the automatic sprinkler or smoke detection system.
2. The doors unlock upon loss of electrical power to anyone of the following:
a) The egress system itself
b) The smoke detection system
3. The door shall have the capability of being unlocked by a signal from a switch located in an
approved area.
4. A sign shall be provided on the door located above and within 12 inches(25 mm) of the releasing
device reading (KEEP PUSHING. THIS DOOR WILL OPEN IN 15 [30] SECONDS. ALARM WILL
SOUND.) Sign lettering shall be at least 1 inch (25 mm) in height and shall have a stroke of not
less than 1/8 inch (3.2 mm).
5. Actuation of the panic bar or other door latching hardware shall activate an audible signal at the
door.
6. Regardless of the means of deactivation, the relocking of the egress control device shall be by
manual means only at the door.