L1-01B.12 – Contact Location Considerations

L1-01B.12 – Contact Location Considerations Poorly fitting doors or windows and improper installation are the primary causes of false alarms Extreme weather conditions which cause excessive movement of the door or window can cause a false...

L1-01B.13 – Mount Contact at Center

L1-01B.13 – Mount Contact at Center Preferred mounting location is 12” or more from the frame toward the center of the door Avoids alarms when door moves out of...

L1-01B.10 – Gap Ratings

L1-01B.10 – Gap Ratings The gap rating is the distance that the contact and magnet can be separated before the switch activates Gap ratings from 3/8 to 2 ½ Inches are available A larger gap will allow the door to adapt to vibrations or warping of the...