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6. OPERATION
General
During normal operation the CC-8946 remains in a Secure Mode until someone requests egress
by pressing on the Push Bar. This causes a timing sequence to begin which when completed,
releases the door. An operator stationed at the SIC may intervene at any time by using controls
on the Control Module associated with that door.
Secure Mode
The CC-8946 is normally in the Secure Mode. In this mode the Green and Amber lamps are on,
indicating that the door is closed and the magnet is bonded to the armature.
Egress Request Mode
When an individual presses the push bar a signal is sent from the CC-8946 to the control module
in the SIC. The control module then begins a timing sequence, typically 15 seconds long. The
amber lamp begins flashing and the audible alarm sounds an on-off pattern. The duration of the
Egress Request Mode is set within the control module.
Released Mode
Upon completion of the Egress Request Mode the Control Module removes the power to the
magnetic lock, releasing the door. The door may then be opened to provide egress. When the
door re-closes the system returns to the Secure Mode.
Operator Intervention
The operator at the SIC may intervene at any time using controls on the Control Module to
change the sequence of events. Refer to the documentation for the Control Module for details.
