Securitron M68 (L, S and LS with D and T Options) - Manual (Page 2)

PN# 500-21400
Page 2 Rev. B, 8/07
4. RECOMMENDED TOOLS
Hammer Wrench, 1/2” box-end
Center punch Pliers, vise grip
Drill motor Screwdrivers: #1 and #3 Phillips
Drill bits: 3/16”, 7/32” 3/8” and 1/2” Hex (Allen) wrenches: 1/16” (provided) & 3/16”
5. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
5.1. Pre-Installation Survey
Due to the variety of mounting configurations available with this product, it is strongly
recommended that an initial survey and assessment be made of the physical area to which
the Magnalock will be installed. A determination of the optimal method of mounting should be
made prior to installation with considerations made to the following:
A. Physical strength of mounting area. The structural integrity of mounting surfaces
must be strong enough to meet or exceed the holding force of the Magnalock.
B. Protection of the lock from external attack. The Magnalock and the wiring must be
protected to a reasonable degree from potential damage due to intruders or
vandals.
C. Convenience and accessibility of area to be protected. The Magnalock assembly
should be installed in a location that will not hinder or create a potential safety
hazard to authorized personnel routinely accessing the protected area.
The mounting configuration addressed in detail in this manual will be for an outswinging
door. All hardware required for the outswinging mount configuration has been included with
this unit. For the inswinging version of mounting, a bracket accessory Top Jam Kit (TJ-38 or
TJ-68 Series) is required. Both kits are available through Securitron. The following
illustrations show two basic mounting configurations:
Outswinging Door Mount Inswinging Door Mount (with TJ-38 Kit)
The Magnalock should normally be mounted under the door frame header in the corner
furthest from the hinges. Most commonly the lock is positioned horizontally but vertical
orientation may 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 obviously be preferred. This (outswinging) type of installation places the Magnalock on
the opposite side of the door as the door swings away from the lock. This configuration
should be used for all facility exit doors (otherwise the lock would be located on the outside
of the building). For interior doors, it is also recommended that the lock be mounted in this
manner unless security planning anticipates a physical assault on the lock from that side of
the door in which case the inswinging mounting kit (TJ-38 or TJ-68) should be obtained from
Securitron.