User Manual

10-2 Elevator Deactivation LC 1200 Manual
Temperature
The Elevator Deactivation unit operates best in
an ambient temperature between 35 and 90
degrees Fahrenheit. Operation outside of this
range may cause unexpected or undesirable
results, including premature failure.
Weight
The Elevator Deactivation cabinet weighs 3.5
U.S. pounds.
Positioning
The cabinet containing the relays for the
Elevator Deactivation circuitry (
Figure 10.1)
should be located in the room containing the
elevator controls.
Figure 10.1 The Elevator Deactivation unit
Mounting
To mount the Elevator Deactivation cabinet, use
the following instructions:
1. Choose your location and appropriate
mounting hardware.
2. Open the Elevator Deactivation cabinet
and locate the four mounting holes.
3. Mark-out and drill four holes
corresponding to the holes in the back of
the cabinet.
4. Push out one of the knock-outs in the
cabinet for wire/conduit access.
5. Connect conduit or strain relief fittings.
6. Position the cabinet over the holes you
drilled and secure the cabinet to the
mounting surface.
NOTES:
The first condition is the presence of a Tag at a
monitored zone. The second condition, in the
case of elevator deactivation, is an indication of
an open door at a monitored zone.
If a door position switch, typically dry contacts
from the elevator control or some form of
magnetic switch, is not available, then a Passive
Infrared Reader (PIR) is focused near the
monitored opening.
Local or State Code may require the wire to be
run in conduit. Be sure to check your
requirements before beginning work.
NOTE: State codes require that all lock and
elevator deactivation circuitry be wired into the
facility’s fire alarm system. This is done so that