This Package Includes:
#8 x 8” Self Tapping Screws
M5 x 8 Flatwashers
Specifications
CX-93M-12LS
Electromagnetic Shear Lock
Installation Instructions
Shear Holding
Force
Voltage Input
Current Draw
Lock and
Armature Gap
Operating
Temperature
Door Monitor
Contact Rating
Lock Dimensions
Armature
Dimensions
Important Notice:
Up to 1200lbs. (545kg)
12VDC / 24VDC
310mA / 180mA
5/64” (2mm)
-4°F to 122°F
(-20°C to +50°C)
0.5A @ 28V DC
7 1/4” L x 1 3/16” W x 1” D
(181mm x 30mm x 25mm)
7 1/4” L x 1 3/16” W x 3/4” D
(181mm x 30mm x 20mm)
Basic Installation Concept &
Accessories
Electromagnetic Shear
Lock Diagram
Magnetic Contact
Assembled Armature Plate
Horizontal Diagram
1. Open pocket hole for armature plate in the door frame
using the sticker template provided.
2. Attach the armature plate to the door with the hardware
provided to right.
3. With the door closed, mark the door frame at the edge of
the armature in order to properly align the electromagnet
to the armature.
4. Mortise a hole in the door frame for the lock
(7 1/4”L x 1 3/8”W x 1”D)
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Kick Off Button
Magnet
CX- 93M-12LS Electromagnetic Shear Lock
General Installation Steps and
Maintainance:
1. Mark a center line on the door header frame, where the
assembled armature is to be installed.
2. Cut and drill according to the size of the mounting bracket.
3. Connect wiring according to wiring instruction shown
below; then mount the shear lock and assembled
armature onto the door frame and door.
4. For a wider gap between the door & door frame, use steel
at washers to adjust the gap between lock and armature.
5. Connect the power wires according to the instructions and
test the system.
6. It is recommended to apply a light coat of silicon lubricant
to the mating surfaces on a monthly basis to prevent rust.
Flat Washer
Flat Washer
Gap 5/64” (2mm)
(25mm)
1”
7 1/4”
(181mm)
6 5/8”
(168mm)
7 1/4”
(181mm)
6 5/8”
(168mm)
1 3/16”
(30mm)
5/8”
(16mm)
1 3/16”
(30mm)
5/8”
(16mm)
Flat Washer
Flat Washer
NOTE: Flat washers are only used to adjust armature
magnet when the door frame has more than a 5/64”
(2mm) gap.
Setting
24 VDC
Setting
IMPORTANT!
Set the jumper position according to the power
input before turning ON the power.
12 VDC
Time SW1 SW2
3 ON ON
6 ON OFF
9 OFF ON
12 OFF OFF
+
1
ON
2
-
C
N.C
12 / 24 VDC
Power Input
Door Monitoring
Sensor Output
N.O
Push Buttons Keypads
5502 Timberlea Blvd.,
Mississauga, ON Canada
L4W 2T7
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Toll Free: 1.877.226.3369
File: CX-93M-12LS ManualR1.indd
Revised: 06/02/2018
Part No.: 40-82B214
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