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*24908386*
QEL 33A/35A,
24908386
Conversion Kit
1. This kit converts all 33/35A and 98/99 series mechanical exit devices to quiet electric latch (QEL) retraction devices.
2. QELX and HD-QELX Kits are only for use with Von Duprin AX98/99, AXXP98/99, and AX33A/35A exit devices.
3. This kit can also be used for motor replacement on existing QEL devices.
4. Install according to instructions or device will not function and panic or re label will be void.
5. The QEL wiring must be attached to the re alarm system if installed on re exit hardware.
6. If existing device is re rated or less dogging a QEL baseplate conversion kit is required.
HD-QEL Conversion Kit w/ Dogging (Panic Only) - 958002
Parts
QEL Conversion Kit - 114317
98/99 Series
3 Remove Exit Device from Door
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a
c
Unplug cable,
Installation Instructions
Device and trim must be held
!
b
securely while screws are
being removed, to prevent
dropping to the floor
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QELX Conversion Kit - 041162
110388
114320
116549
HD-QELX Conversion Kit w/ Dogging (Panic Only) - 041164
WARNING
If existing exit device is re rated, do not install HD-QEL or HD-
QELX (hex dogging) type motor. 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 900-BB Battery
Backup option, unplug all four wires from battery terminals.
d
4 Remove Mechanism Case
d
Keep all parts
b
33a/35a
c
b
a
OR
98/99
2 Detach Vertical Rods if present
Refer to device instructions as needed.
a
a
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5 Prepare baseplate for new motor. Find your existing application below (on page 2 or 3) and follow steps.
FIRE OR LESS DOGGING DEVICE
(Applies to exit devices built after October 2014.
Baseplate conversion kit required for earlier devices.)
1. Remove pushpad from baseplate.
Keep pushbar
2. Install connector and pin.
QEL DEVICE (built prior to December 2014)
1. Remove existing QEL motor
b
a
c
2. Discard old QEL motor assembly.
Verify pin is snapped in place
on other side of action rod.
Pin should be inserted from
side that will be up when
device is mounted on door.
b
a
2
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5 Continued
Rivet may tend to spin with drill bit.
QEL DEVICE (built after December 2014)
1. Remove existing QEL motor.
a
b
2. Discard old QEL motor assembly.
PANIC DEVICE (with dogging assembly)
1. Remove two screws from dogging assembly. If riveted see
below.
2. Drill or use center punch on two rivet heads until rivets can be
removed from baseplate.
1/4” or 5/16”
or
Note: Do not drill through baseplate.
3. Remove and discard dogging assembly.
3