Factory Direct Hardware Von Duprin 9957EO26D3 - Manual (Page 5)

98/99™ Exit Devices
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Introduction
Exit devices are a critical part of the Fire and Life Safety egress system and will provide safe and reliable
service when properly applied and maintained. Von Duprin designs and manufactures exit devices in
accordance to ISO 9001 Quality Management System and meets or exceeds accepted U.S. domestic and
International standards. All 98 and 99 series exit devices are UL listed for Panic Hardware or Fire
Hardware, and are certified to ANSI A156.3, 2001, Grade 1. Many models are also certified for Hurricane
Resistant Applications. Consult your local IR Security & Safety consultant or the Von Duprin factory for
current listings.
It is intended that the information included in this publication, when properly used, will provide clear and
reliable guidelines to the proper general selection and application. However, the scope of the information is
necessarily limited.
Unusual operating conditions and environments and other external influences can affect the proper application
of the products represented. Modifications of these products will also affect UL listings. It is recommended
that whenever an unusual application condition exists, or when any modification of a product is considered,
that our engineers review the application.
Application engineering services are available to help ensure proper selection or to review any areas where
users of Von Duprin products may have questions.
Von Duprin push pad exit devices are available in two external surface styles, designated 98 Series and 99 Series.
The two styles are mechanically and dimensionally identical and provide a wide selection of appearance options.
Latch Bolt
Deadlocking latchbolt provides security and improved performance at standard device cost.
The Quiet One ®
A fluid dampener decelerates the pushpad on its return stroke and eliminates most noise associated with exit
device operations. Furnished on all 98/99™ series exit devices.
99 Series features grooved mechanism case.
98 Series features smooth mechanism case.
Latch Bolt
(98 Rim device shown)