Nortek EC Series Installation Manual

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Mounting Requirements for EC / EN Series Units
The EC / EN Series Telephone Entry & Access Control System can be installed for public or private use. The mounting requirements will vary
depending on the installation. Review the following information before beginning the installation.
Mounting Environment
Consider the environmental factors at the desired mounting location. The unit is designed for direct
outdoor installations, however, it is preferable to protect the unit from extreme exposure to sun, driving
rain, or snow whenever possible. Mounting the unit in a kiosk can provide extra environmental protection.
Mounting Surface
When mounting to an uneven surface use be sure not to bolt down the housing too hard. Shims
should be used to offset the uneven surface to ensure the housing is not warped when mounted.
Follow Building Codes
Check all local, state, and national building codes and ordinances prior to installing the system. Proper
installation of the unit conforming to the local building codes for access control equipment is a regulatory
requirement. The unit’s installation is an extremely important and integral part of the overall access control
system. It is not designed to have direct water from drainage or water ow from roof on or behind the unit.
Mounting Location
If the unit is used to control a door or pedestrian gate, locate the unit as near as practical to the entry
point. If the unit is mounted on or in a wall adjacent to the entry point, be sure the wall is sturdy. The
repeated shock and vibration from a slamming access door or spring-loaded pedestrian gate must be
isolated from the unit. Avoid drainage spouts or areas where water runs directly down wall. NEVER
MOUNT THE UNIT DIRECTLY TO A MOVING DOOR OR GATE!
Gate Installations
If the unit is used to control a gate operator connected to a vehicular gate, the unit
MUST be mounted AT LEAST 10 feet away from the gate (open and closed) and gate
operator. AT NO TIME SHOULD A PERSON BE ABLE TO TOUCH THE GATE OR
GATE OPERATOR AND THE UNIT AT THE SAME TIME.
Vehicle Trafc
Do not mount the unit where it extends into any trafc lane. Locate the gooseneck
pedestal or entry kiosk so all parts of the unit are outside the trafc lane. Locate
the unit clear of any turn-around lanes vehicles use when access is denied.
Americans with Disability Act (A.D.A.) Requirements
THE FOLLOWING WHEELCHAIR ACCESS REQUIREMENTS ARE FOR PUBLIC DOOR CONTROL INSTALLATIONS ONLY.
1. If the clear oor space allows only forward approach to the system,
the maximum high forward reach allowed is 48” above grade to the
top of the keypad.
2. If the high forward reach to the system is over an obstruction of
greater than 20” but less than 25”, the maximum high forward
reach allowed is 44” above grade to the top of the keypad.
3. If the clear oor space allows parallel approach by a person in a
wheelchair, the maximum high side reach shall be 54” above grade
to the top of the keypad.
4. If the high side reach is over an obstruction of 24” or less, the
maximum high side reach allowed is 46” above grade to the top of
the keypad.
EDGE OF
TRAFFIC LANE
10 FEET
MINIMUM
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Nortek EC Series Specifications

General

Brand	Nortek
Model	EC Series
Category	Intercom System
Language	English