I n s t a l l at i o n, Mount the release device – LiftMaster LM21AFCB Advance Fire Control Release Device User Manual

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I N S T A L L A T I O N

Classification:
Releasing device as defined by Underwriters Laboratories.

Installation Requirements:
Intended for “Indoor Dry” locations; all wiring must be performed
in accordance with the most current version of NFPA 72 - National
Fire Alarm Code and the National Electric Code.

MOUNT THE RELEASE DEVICE

Installation procedures vary according to door types. Refer to
door manufacturer’s recommendation that applies to your door.

1. Mount the release device on a vertical surface with chain end

link exiting side of enclosure.

2. Secure the release device enclosure with fasteners (#10 is the

minimum size recommended). If installing in masonry, use
concrete anchors (not provided).

3. Install hardware (sash chain or 1/16 cable, eyebolts-hook, fuse

links, turnbuckles—not provided) according to door
manufacturer’s recommendations. NOTE: The end link
direction of pull must be perpendicular to the side of the
release device enclosure. Install an eyebolt a minimum
distance of 12" from the release device to adequately redirect
sash chain pull.

4. Install end link by pressing mechanical reset to allow insertion

of end link. Push end link completely in and release mechanical
reset to latch end link.

5. Remove sash chain or cable slack by adjusting turnbuckle.

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:

ATTENTION

AVERTISSEMENT

AVERTISSEMENT

AVERTISSEMENT

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

PRECAUCIÓN

ADVERTENCIA

ADVERTENCIA

ADVERTENCIA

1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS.

2. NEVER connect release device to power source until

instructed to do so.

3. DO NOT install this device on a motorized door without

an electric safety edge.

4. DO NOT use this device without fuse links installed.
5. Concrete anchors MUST be used if mounting release

device into masonry.

6. DO NOT exceed maximum pull rating of 40 lbs. on

releasing device.

Electric Safety Edge

(Motorized

Doors

Only)

Smoke
Detector

Release
Device

Turnbuckle

Annunciator

Test/Reset
Switch

Fire Door

Chain
End Link

Fuse Links

Eyebolt

Mechanical
Reset Plunger

End Link

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