Assa Abloy PDU8500 Series User Manual

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLING THE PANIC DEVICE
The following instructions will decrease your chances of experiencing problems during
the installation and ensure a smooth, trouble-free operation of the Panic Device.
PDU8500 Series Panic Device
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Assa Abloy PDU8500 Series Specifications

General

Category	Safety Equipment
Type	Power Distribution Unit
Model	PDU8500 Series
Input Voltage	100-240 VAC
Frequency	50/60 Hz
Number of Outlets	8
Operating Humidity	0 to 95% RH, non-condensing
Safety Standards	UL

Summary

Installing the Panic Device on Storefront, Wood, and Metal Doors

Removing the Panic Device from Shipping Board

Removing the Actuator Post Assembly

Initial Panic Device Installation on Door

Outlines the first step of placing the door flat on saw horses for the panic device installation, ensuring proper orientation.

Installing Alignment Bushing and Spacer

Installing the Mating Pull Assembly

Installing the Actuator Post Assembly

Details the installation of the actuator post assembly onto the door, ensuring the push rod is correctly seated and secured.

Installing the Vertical Door Mount

Step-by-step guide for installing the vertical door mount, covering alignment, threadlocker application, and securing components.

Installing the Horizontal Door Mount

Instructions for installing the horizontal door mount, including alignment, threadlocker application, and securing the stud and conehead union.

Installing Horizontal Door Mount with Deco End Cap

Specific steps for installing the horizontal door mount when a deco end cap is used, covering stud, cap, washer, and union placement.

Final Panic Device Attachment to Door

Details the final steps for attaching the panic device assembly to the door, securing it with set screws and threadlocker.

Applying Threadlocker and Lube to Horizontal End

Latch, Door Stop, and Cylinder Adjustments

Aligning the Actuator Gauge

Installing and Adjusting Door Stop-Strike

Adjusting Latch for Proper Strike Engagement

Explains how to adjust the latch height for optimal engagement with the strike using a flat head screw and specific rotation directions.