FM8700, 12-FM8700
Installation Instructions Manual
Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device
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A7827E 6/22
Pencil
Note:
For all 12-FM8700 single door application, (4) thermal pins are required. See Template 4628 in Step 14.
Note: For rail lengths and cutting instructions, see Step10.
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Tools Required
Note:
This device is one component of a specific combination of hardware required for this opening to meet FEMA
361 requirements. Follow all installation stepsas directed, in sequence given.
Hacksaw
Clamp
File
Lever
Hammer
Drill
Drill Bits:
#7, #16, #25,
3/32”, 1/4”,
11/32”,
3/8”, 25/64”, 3/4”,
Tape Measure
#2 & #3 Phillips Head
Screwdriver
Taps:
10-24, #12-24,
1/4”-20
and 7/16” -20
Allen wrenches: 1/8", 3/16", 5/16", 3/8"