Falcon 1690EO71136 Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device 36in

Product Description

The FALCON 1690EO71136 is a concealed vertical rod exit device designed for commercial door applications requiring reliable panic hardware. The device features a pushpad actuation mechanism that retracts both top and bottom rod latches simultaneously, allowing quick egress without the use of a knob or lever. Finished in black, it suits doors where a clean, coordinated aesthetic is required alongside life safety compliance. At 21.5 pounds, the unit is a full exit-device assembly intended for single-door installations. This product is specified and installed by licensed locksmiths, door hardware contractors, and commercial general contractors working to meet applicable life safety and building code requirements.

The 1690EO71136 is suited for commercial and institutional settings including schools, office buildings, healthcare facilities, and other occupancies where code-mandated emergency egress hardware is required on interior or exterior doors. The concealed vertical rod configuration keeps hardware hidden within the door itself, making it appropriate for glass doors and architecturally sensitive applications where surface-mounted hardware is not preferred. The pushpad-only configuration ships as an exit device without trim, allowing the installer to pair it with separately sourced outside trim as the opening requires.

Key Features

• Concealed vertical rod design keeps top and bottom rods hidden within the door
• Pushpad actuation retracts both latches with a single motion for fast emergency egress
• Black finish for consistent appearance in dark-finish door and frame assemblies
• Exit device only configuration allows pairing with separate outside access trim
• Full-assembly weight of 21.5 pounds indicates a heavy-duty commercial-grade construction

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style concealed vertical rod exit device for commercial hollow metal and glass doors requiring panic hardware in a 36-inch door width application.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed door hardware technician or locksmith familiar with ANSI and local building code requirements for panic hardware. The door and frame must be properly prepped for concealed vertical rod hardware before installation begins. Verify that top and bottom strikes are correctly aligned before final adjustment of the rod mechanism. Confirm compliance with IBC and local life safety codes governing egress hardware prior to placing the door into service.