Kaba E-PLEX 50XX SERIES Operation Manual

Kaba E-PLEX 50XX SERIES Operation Manual Manual pdf 28 page image

28The following procedures apply to the E-Plex 30xxlocks only:PROCEDURE 19 - LATCH HOLDBACK OPERATIONThis operation is fairly similar to the Passage Mode operation where the lockcan be put in the “latch holdback” mode temporarily to have free access with-out any codes but with the following differences:• the latch holdback activate/de-activate actions time period at the lock keypadis not programmable and so the Master or the Manager(s) can perform thisfunction anytime,• when this function is enabled and then activated, the latch will physically stayretracted when the door closes so that users carrying packages etc do nothave the inconvenience of having to turn the lever down to open the door,but simply push the door to enter without a code,• you must ensure to de-activate this function manually at the lock keypadsince its de-activation (expiry) is not automatic,• when enabling/disabling and/or activating/de-activating this function withcommand codes at the keypad, you must also additionally operate on thelever manually for the operation to take effect. By default, the latch holdbackoption is enabled.Required User Level: Master, Manager1. Put the lock into Pushbutton Programming Mode.2. If it was disabled, enter the command 014# to Enable/Disable the LatchHoldback mode, followed by 1# to Enable this mode. The command forDisable Latch Holdback is 014# 0#.3. To Activate: Enter Command ###PIN where PIN is your Master orManager code (or Privileged User code if setup as such using the E-PlexStandard Software). The lock will cycle the motor once and prompt youwith Green LED flashing to turn the lever down to activate the holdback.Ensure that the latch is fully retracted and stays in retracted position andthat the lever also stays down (you will again hear the lock motor cycling);now let go off the lever.Note: The lock is now activated in the holdback mode with the lever positiondown by approximately 45 degrees. If you prefer, you may also push back thelever up to stay in the home (horizontal) position and the lock will still be inholdback activated mode.4. You can also activate the Latch Holdback mode mechanically by perform-ing the following operation: insert the mechanical key in the lock overridecylinder, turn the key to retract and at the same time turn the lever downapproximately 45 degrees until the latch stays in retracted position; let goof the lever and remove the key from the lock cylinder.