Allegion QEL 33A, QEL 35A, QEL 98, QEL 99 Installation Instructions
*24908394*
QEL 33A/35A,
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Baseplate Conversion Kit Installation Instructions
1. This kit converts all 33/35A and 98/99 series EL devices and re devices built prior to Oct. 2014 to quiet electric latch (QEL) retraction
devices.
2. QELX and HD-QELX Baseplate Conversion Kits are only for use with Von Duprin AX98/99, AXXP98/99, and AX33A/35A exit devices only.
They are not to be used to convert standard exit devices to QELX.
3. Install according to instructions or device will not function and panic or re label will be void.
4. The QEL wiring must be attached to the re alarm system if installed on re exit hardware.
Tools Required
⁵⁄₈
" Drill Bit
98/99 Series
Parts
QELX Module
QEL Baseplate w/o Dogging (replaces EL Baseplate and Fire Baseplate)
HD-QELX Module
QEL Baseplate with Dogging (replaces EL-HD Baseplate)
WARNING
If existing exit device is re rated, do not install HD-QEL or HD-QELX
(hex dogging) baseplate. Doing so will void re rating.
1 Disconnect Power
To avoid risk of shock, disconnect AC power from power supply
before proceeding with this conversion. If using Battery Backup
option, unplug all four wires from battery terminals.
2 Detach Vertical Rods if present
Refer to device instructions as needed.
3 Remove Exit Device from Door
Device and trim must be held
securely while screws are
being removed, to prevent
dropping to the floor
a
c
Unplug cable,
!
b
4 Remove Old Baseplate Assembly
4a Remove Mechanism Case
d
Keep all parts
OR
b
33a/35a
c
b
a
98/99
a
a
4b Remove Pushpad From Baseplate.
d
Keep pushbar
2
4 Remove Old Baseplate Assembly (continued)
4c Discard retaining ring and pin
Discard retaining ring and pin
5 Install New QEL Baseplate Assembly
5a Attach existing center case to new baseplate using
two screws
4d Discard old baseplate
Discard old baseplate
a
b
5b Install new slic pin
Keep center case
3
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