First Choice MEL3000 User Manual

Model MEL3000
Retrofit Instructions
MEL 3000 Kit Contents:
 New activating bracket
 Motor-Drive assembly
 Notched Pin & E-Clip
 Narrow Rubber Bumper
 Wire harness
 Hinge stile mounting bracket w/ wire access hole
Step 1 – Preparation
A. Electrical power
1.A.1 - Install a First Choice power supply per the
instructions provided. Power Supply MUST be class II
rated in order to meet UL listing requirements.
1.A.2 - Run wiring from power supply to the door(s).
B. Remove pushbar device from the door.
1.B.1 - Remove T-cover on lock stile end.
1.B.2 - Remove top axle screw & pinion support bracket.
1.B.3 - Remove geared traveler and retractor.
1.B.4 - Remove hinge stile end cap.
1.B.5 - Loosen the hinge stile mounting screws.
1.B.6 - Remove lock stile mounting screws.
Step 1B – left: lock stile; right: hinge stile
Step 1.B.1 – Remove T-cover
Step 1.B.2 – Remove screw and bracket
(CVR device only)
Step 1.B.3 – Remove traveler and retractor
(CVR device only)
Step 1.B.4 – Remove hinge stile end cap
Step 1.B.5 – Loosen bracket screws. Do not remove.
Step 1.B.6 – Remove lock stile screws

First Choice MEL3000 Specifications

General

Brand	First Choice
Model	MEL3000
Category	Locks
Language	English

Summary

Model MEL3000 Retrofit Instructions

Kit Contents and Electrical Preparation

Details the MEL 3000 kit components and the necessary electrical power setup steps.

Removing Existing Pushbar Components

Guides on removing T-cover, brackets, traveler, retractor, and end caps from the lock and hinge stiles.

Step 1 - Preparation

Pushbar Removal and Dogging Assembly

Steps to remove the lock stile end cap, slide the pushbar, and remove the dogging assembly.

Shortening the Connecting Rod

How to remove the rear activating bracket, disconnect the connecting rod, and trim it to length.

Providing Wiring Access

Guidance on cutting a channel notch for wiring and replacing the hinge stile mounting bracket.

Assembling Activating Hardware

Instructions for assembling the new activating bracket, connecting rod, notched axle pin, and bumper.

Step 5 - Install MEL Motor Drive assembly

Positioning and Hooking MEL Assembly

How to position the MEL assembly and hook its dogging bracket over the connecting rod and axle pin.

Mounting MEL Assembly and Bracket

Securing the MEL assembly and activating bracket to the channel using screws.

Step 6 - Re-assemble and install

Mounting Channel and Connecting Wires

Attaching the channel assembly to the door, connecting wiring, and testing motor operation.

Re-assembling Pushbar and Securing Components

Reattaching the pushbar, ensuring bracket stop tabs are up, and reinstalling end caps.