VON DUPRIN 7827 Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device Instructions

: September 21, 2024
: VON DUPRIN

Table of Contents

7827 Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device
Product Information
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
Installation
Maintenance
Emergency Procedures
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What should I do if the device is not locking properly?
Q: Can I install this device on a metal door?

7827 Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device

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Product Information

Model: 7827 Surface Vertical Rod Exit
Device

Devices Covered: 7827-F (Fire) Surface Vertical
Rod Exit Device, CD7827 (Cylinder Dogging) Surface Vertical Rod
Exit Device, QEL7827/27-F (Electric Latch Retraction) Surface
Vertical Rod Exit Device

Special Tools Needed: 5/64 hex wrench, #10-24
tap, Drill bits: #25, 1/8, 1/4, 5/16, 13/32

Customer Service: 1-877-671-7011

Website: www.allegion.com/us

Specifications

Suitable for surface mount installation
Compatible with various door thicknesses
Includes necessary screws and bolts for installation

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

Ensure you have all the special tools required for
installation.
Position the device template correctly on the door based on the
door thickness.
Mark and drill holes as per the Preparation Chart
provided.
Assemble the device according to the instructions
provided.
Adjust the tailpiece if needed for the door thickness.

Maintenance

Regularly inspect the device for any signs of wear or damage.
Clean and lubricate moving parts as needed to ensure smooth
operation.

Emergency Procedures

If the device malfunctions or becomes inoperable during an
emergency situation, follow the emergency exit procedures defined
for your building.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What should I do if the device is not locking properly?

A: Check the alignment of the device and ensure all components
are securely fastened. If the issue persists, contact customer
service for assistance.

Q: Can I install this device on a metal door?

A: Yes, the device is suitable for installation on both metal
and wood doors. Follow the provided instructions for each door
type.

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Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device

Installation Instructions

Devices covered by these instructions: 7827 Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device
7827-F (Fire) Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device CD7827 (Cylinder Dogging) Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device QEL7827/27-F (Electric Latch Retraction) Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device

Dogging Key (use with non-fire devices
to lock down pushbar)
Index: · Screw chart ……………………….. 2 · Preparation chart ……………….. 3 · Device installation …………… 4-6 · Cut top rod ……………………….. 7 · Install rod extension ……………. 7 · Optional equipment …………… 8 · Cut device ………………………… 8
Special tools needed: 5/64″ hex wrench #10-24 tap Drill bits: #25, 1/8″, 1/4″, 5/16″, 13/32″

Customer Service
1-877-671-7011 www.allegion.com/us

SCREW CHART

A

10-24 X 1″

Surface mount or

Sex bolts (1-3/4″ door)

10-24 X 1-1/2″

Sex bolts (2-1/4″ door)

10 x 1-1/4″ Wood screw

Surface mount (wood)

– Packaged with trim –

10-24 X 1-3/8″ #10-24 X 1-7/8″

785 trims (1-3/4″ door) 785 trims (2-1/4″ door)

B

10-24 X 3/4″

Surface mount or Sex bolts (1-3/4″ door)

10-24 X 1-1/8″

Sex bolts 2-1/4″ door

10 x 1-1/4″ Wood screw

Surface mount (wood)

C

10-16 x 3/8″ Thread cutting

D

1/4-20 X 3/4″

1/4-20 X 1-1/4″

End cap 1-3/4″ door 2-1/4″ door

E

10-24 X 3/4″

Metal frame

10 x 1-1/2″ Wood screw

Wood frame

F

10-12 x 10-24 x 1-1/4″ Combination

Metal or wood frame

G

10-12 x 10-24 x 1-1/4″ Combination

Variable floor surfaces

H

8-32 X 1/4″

Latch covers

I

10-12 x 10-24 x 1″ Combination

Metal or wood door

J

8-18 x 3/8″ Thread cutting

Center case cover

2

Wood Metal

PREPARATION CHART

Go to instructions on next page before using Preparation Chart

Top strike

Wood Metal

Latches
5/16″ Drill (device side) 13/32″ Drill (trim side)
13/32″ Drill thru

25 Drill #10-24 Tap

1/8″ Drill pilot 1″ deep
*Rod guides

25 Drill #10-24 Tap

Wood Metal

1/8″ Drill pilot 1″ deep

*Use rod guide as a template to mark holes

Center case – 4 holes

Surface mount *Sex bolts or trims

Wood Metal Wood Metal

X

25 Drill

1/4″ Drill (device side)

10-24 tap

13/32″ Drill (trim side)

CL

1/8″ Drill

13/32″

CL

pilot 1″ deep

Drill thru

X

*End cap bracket – 2 holes

Surface mount

**Sex bolts

25 Drill #10-24 tap

1/4″ Drill (device side) 13/32″ Drill (trim side)

1/8″ Drill pilot 1″ deep

13/32″ Drill thru

Prepare holes after lock side of device is mounted and hinge side is leveled

Door cut-outs
Outside cylinder and trim applications: Mark with template and cut-out: Metal door(cut device side) Wood door(cut thru)

Wood Metal Wood Metal

Bottom strike

Wood Metal

25 Drill #10-24 Tap

See template for strike variations

1/8″ Drill pilot 1″ deep

3

1 Draw Horizontal Center Line ( ) and Assemble
Device Template
Device template

4 Adjust Tailpiece if Needed
Make sure tailpiece is installed at correct length for 1-3/4″ thick or 2-1/4″ thick door. If necessary, remove pine tree clip, rotate tailpiece, and reinstall pine tree clip.

39/” to finished floor
RHR

RHR shown (LHR opposite)

2 Position Template as Shown and Mark Vertical C

Vertical

2³/” Standard backset
For 7827 single and double door

Pine tree clip Tailpiece

1-3/4″ door 2-1/4″ door

5 If Using a Cylinder, Remove Cam and Rotate 180°
Cam must be in position shown with key removed. If necessary, remove cam screws, place cam is correct position, and reinstall cam screws.
Standard Orientation with key removed.
Rotate cam if necessary as shown here.

3 Align Top and Bottom Templates Along CL and Prepare Door

See “Preparation Chart” on page 3 for
drill, tap, and cut-out information

Top template

For NL and E-trims, use this orientation.

6 If Necessary, Install Cylinder

Plastic template

See trim instructions for pull side door
preparation. Line X-X in trim instructions is same as vertical device CL .

1-1/8 – 1-1/4″ (29-32 mm)

Bottom template

1-3/8 – 1-1/2″ (35-38 mm)

4

7 10 If Using a Cylinder with a Tailpiece, Prepare Device

Install End Cap Bracket and End Cap

and Cylinder

a. Install tailpiece guide.

Tailpiece guide

Secure end cap bracket and end cap

Trim output

B

tailpiece

C

11 Install Top Latch and Rod

8 Install Trim (if using) and Secure Device Center Case
to Door
1-1/2″ Minimum clearance (with end cap removed) if device is too long for door, see “Cut Device” on back cover
Ccaesneter

See “Screw Chart”

on page 2 for screw

types and sizes

A

Trim (optional)

Top latch

D

If top rod is too long, see “Cut Top Rod” on page 7
If top rod is too short, see “Install Rod Extension”
on page 7

Top rod (longer of the two)

9 Mark and Prepare 2 Holes for End Cap Bracket

12 Install Top Strike

End cap bracket flush

Level device

299/299F strike 3/16″
Shim to 3/16″ as shown

325 sex bolts

(required)
260U strike
F

See “Preparation Chart” on page 3 for preparation information

Mark and prepare 2 mounting holes

Strike plate (299 only)
E

499F strike (for LBR devices) See instruction 911009
5

13 15 Adjust Top Rod (Screw Rod Into or Out of Latch) Until

Adjust Bottom Rod with Door Open (Top Latch

Adjusted as Shown

Retracted)

With door closed:

Latch bolt deadlocked
(will not push in)

With door open:
Latch bolt stays retracted

With door open:

With door closed:

Release trigger extended

Latch bolt should clear floor and not bind on strike

Latch bolt should be deadlocked (will not push in)

Open and close door a few times and check for deadlatching when door is closed. Readjust rods if needed.

14 Install Bottom Strike, Latch, and Rod
248L-4 strike

16 Install Rod Guides and Covers

G

Shim (as needed to engage latch)
304L strike
Grout strike into floor

Bottom rod
D
Bottom latch

325 sexbolts (required)

(topDloaotcrhorpeetrnacted)

Hurricane applications use threshold with 304L bottom strike

H
Latch cover (2)
*Rod guide (2)
I
Remove blue film
J

Install at midpoint of each rod
*See “Preparation Chart” on page 3

304L strike grouted into floor
6

Threshold
1¼” min. embed

Center case cover

CUT TOP ROD

1. Measure amount to cut off rod as shown below.
Note: Rod cutting is required for doors shorter than 7′.

2. Cut rod.

Amount to cut off

Actual door opening height

84″ Rods are factory sized for 7′ (84″) door. Measure
actual door opening height and subtract that number from 84″ to get amount to
cut off top rod.

Drive out roll pin
3. Drill new hole.
Use cut off piece as a template

1/8″ dia. drill thru

4. Reinstall rod end and roll pin.

INSTALL ROD EXTENSION

1. Measure door opening to determine amount to cut off rod extension.

Amount to cut off

*Standard door heights:
With no extension 7′ (84″) With 1′ extension 8′ (96″) With 3′ extension 10′ (120″)

2. Cut rod extension.
Drive out roll pin
3. Drill new hole.

Actual door opening height

96″
OR
120″

*Rods are factory sized for door heights shown above. Measure actual door opening height and subtract that number from 96″ (for 1′ extension) or 120″ (for 3′ extension) to
get amount to cut off extension.

Use metal template supplied with extension (on both sides of rod)
4. Reinstall rod end and roll pin.

1/8″ dia. drill thru

5. Connect top rod and rod extension.
Rod extension Top rod 7

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT – CONTINUED

CD (CYLINDER DOGGING)

1. Remove mortise cylinder cam and reinstall in reverse (Figure 1). 2. Insert key and rotate cam to install the cylinder to the cover plate
(Figure 2). 3. Remove key to slide cover plate in position in the mechanism case.

Std. mortise cylinder

Offset toward pushbar
Dogging plate cover

Mortise cylinder
cam

Mortise cylinder
cam
CD function conversion

Figure 1

Dogging procedure

Turn cylinder key clockwise approx. 1/8 turn for standard dogging
Depress pushbar

Cylinder locating washer
Figure 2

Std. mortise cylinder
Cylinder collar
Cylinder lock nut Mechanism
case

CUT DEVICE

1 Measure amount to cut off device.
1-1/2″ minimum clearance (with endcap removed) Device aligned with mounting holes

2 Tape and mark area being cut.
Remove anti-rattle clip Tape