Dormakaba Saffire LX User manual

Saffire LXTM
Installation instructions
PK3704-T - 2019 - 02
EN

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1. Introduction and disclaimers
2. Recommended Tools
3. Components
3.1 ASM Mortise and Cylindrical latch
3.2 European lock case
3.3 Part numbers
4. Install Steps
4.1 Step 1: Install key cylinder (for MKO
only)
4.2 Step 2: Install turn knob spindle
4.3 Step 3: Install the lock spindle
4.4 Step 4: Set up the inside trim assembly
4.5 Step 5: Install the locking mechanism
on the door
4.6 Install the mortise ASM
4.7 Install the cylindrical latch models
4.8 Install the European lock case
4.9 Step 6 Install the lock housing on the
door
4.10 Step 7 Install the antenna module
4.11 Step 8: Connect the cables
4.12 Step 9: Install the inside cover
4.13 Step 10: Install the outside lever handle
4.14 Step 11: Install the batteries
4.15 Step 12: Test lock functionality
4.16 Step 13: Program the lock
Annex A-Reversing the ASM Mortise handing
Annex B-Reversing the European lock case
handing
Annex C-Changing handing of the cassette
Annex D-Installing outside housing with
gasket
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Table of Contents
©2019 dormakaba Canada Inc.All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Model: Saffire LX
Caution: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est auto-
risée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Made in Canada

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Caution: Please read and follow all directions carefully. Wear safety glasses when making the holes.
Target Audience: These instructions are designed for use by maintenance professionals or lock installers who are familiar
with common safety practices and competent to perform the steps described. dormakaba is not responsible for damage or
malfunction due to incorrect installation however arising.
Important: Carefully inspect windows, doorframe, door, etc. to ensure that the recommended procedures will not cause
damage. dormakaba standard warranty does not cover damages caused by installation.
Respect applicable building codes regarding handle height.
Definition of Terms: In these instructions, the term ASM refers to American Standard Mortise and ADB refers to Autodead-
bolt Mortise.
MKO refers to Mechanical Key Override
Technical Assistance
For technical assistance, call:
1.877.468.3555 / +1.514.735 5410
1.800.999.6213 / +1.248.837.3700
2 Recommended Tools (not included)
• Hole saw 2 ⁄ for Cylindrical latch only
• D rill bits: ASM ⁄", ⁄", ⁄", 1⁄"
Cylindrical Latch ⁄", ⁄", ⁄", ⁄", 1"
European lock case: 3mm, 10 mm, 12,5 mm, 22 mm, 25 mm
• Phillips screwdriver (#2, #3)
• Small flat screwdriver
• Hexagonal key 3mm (Allen key)
1 Introduction and disclaimers

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3.1 ASM Mortise and Cylindrical latch
ASM MORTISE
MKO
CYLINDRICAL
LATCH
EO
OPTIONAL ANTENNA
31
61819
5
17
15
16
14
11
12
10
9
8
4
EO : Electronic Override
MKO : Mechanical Key Override
13
2
7
17
16
20
21
22
ALL OPTIONS SHOWN
ITEM
NO. QTY
DESCRIPTION
11 FRONT LOCK HOUSING ASSEMBLY - MKO
21 FRONT LOCK HOUSING ASSEMBLY - EO
31 OUTSIDE LEVER
41 OUTSIDE BUSHING
51 ACCESS PLATE KEY CYLINDER
61 GASKET (outoor models only)
71 INSIDE TRIM COVER
81 INSIDE TRIM - W. ANTENNA
91 ANTENNA ASSEMBLY
10 1 BACK UNIT CHASSIS ASSEMBLY
11 1INSIDE BUSHING
12 1
INSIDE LEVER BUSHING
13 1 COMPRESSION SPRING
14 1 ASM MORTISE
15 1 ASM FACE PLATE
16 1 STRIKE
17 1 DUSTBOX
18 1 TURN KNOB SPINDLE (locks with turn knob only)
19 1 INSIDE SPINDLE
20 1 LATCH
21 1 BACK PLATE CYLINDRICAL ASSEMBLY
22 1 KEY CYLINDER (PROVIDED SEPARATELY)
23 1 EUROPEAN LOCK CASE
24 1 EUROPEAN STRIKE
25 2 CYLINDER ROSE
26 1
EUROPEAN CYLINDER
(may have to purchase separately)
dormakaba Canada Inc.
7301 Decarie Blvd.
Montreal Quebec Canada
H4P 2G7
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3S510G3HH1D
None
1309 - CPR - 0360
EN 12209:2003/AC:2005
Table 1

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3.2 European lock case
EUROPEAN LOCK CASE
EUROPEAN CYLINDER
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24
25
26
ALL OPTIONS SHOWN
dormakaba DeutschlandGmbH
DORMA Platz
58256 Ennetpetal
Germany
18
3X810G6HC20
None
0432-CPR-00026-99
EN 12209:2003/AC:2005

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3.3 Part numbers
For doors more than 2 1/2" thick up to 3 3/4", order the
appropriate hardware bag to receive the correct length of
spindles and mounting screws. Part# 061-516505.
For outdoor installations, order gasket 033-515996-1 for
EO lock and 033-515996-2 for MKO lock.
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2
7
3
1
4
6
8
11
9
10
EO
ITEM
NO.
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION QT Y.
1 020-515480-1 INSIDE SPINDLE 1
2 020-515481 TURN KNOB SPINDLE 1
3 017-515483 OUTSIDE BUSHING 1
4941-514793 SET SCREW 1
5 810-511257 SCREW 6-32 X 1/4
PHILLIPS NO.2 3
6
810-515998
SCREW 12-24 X 1-5/8
IF ASM MORTISE LOCKS
OR CYLINDRICAL
LATCH LOCKS
3
810-515532-1 SCREW M4 X 30 MM IF
EURO LOCK CASE LOCKS 2
810-514739-5 SCREW M5 X 30 MM IF
EURO LOCK CASE LOCKS 2
7 017-515489 INSIDE LEVER BUSHING 1
8 025-515498 SNAP-HOLDER FOR
SPRING STOPPER 1
MKO
ITEM
NO.
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION QT Y.
1 020-515480-1 INSIDE SPINDLE 1
2 020-515481 TURN KNOB SPINDLE 1
3 017-515483 OUTSIDE BUSHING 1
4 941-514793 SET SCREW 1
5 810-511257 SCREW 6-32 X 1/4
PHILLIPS NO.2 3
6 810-515998 SCREW 12-24X1-5/8 3
7 017-515489 INSIDE LEVER BUSHING 1
8 025-515498 SNAP-HOLDER FOR
SPRING STOPPER 1
9 041-515465 ACCESS PLATE KEY
CYLINDER 1
10 90273A146 SCREW 6-32 X 5/16 FLAT
HEAD PHILLIPS NO.2 2
11 90272A828 SCREW 10-32 X 7/16 PAN
HEAD PHILLIPS NO.2 1
Table 2 (a)
Table 2 (b)

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To identify the item numbers
listed below, refer to Table 2.
2 3
1
4
CAUTION
WARNING
IMPORTANT
For MKO lock, start with step 1
For EO lock, start with step 2
4.1. Step 1: Install key cylinder (for MKO only)
• Insert the cylinder core in the front lock housing assembly.
• Secure the cylinder core using screw item 11 (refer to table 2).
• Install the access plate key cylinder item 9 (refer to table 2) over the key override housing.
• Secure the access plate using two screws item 10 (refer to table 2)
CAUTION
WARNING
IMPORTANT
• Access plate must be installed for proper operation of the lock.
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4.2. Step 2: Install turn knob spindle
• Verify that the line markers for the thumb turn hole are aligned. If the holes are misaligned, use a flat head screw-
driver to correct the position.
• Insert the thumb turn spindle item 2 (refer to table 2) into the thumb turn hole. Press firmly to ensure the spindle
clicks in place.
• Rotate the spindle to ensure that the part remains in place.
Index markers to be aligned

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4.3. Step 3: Install the lock spindle
The spindle must be installed and properly secured in the front lock housing assembly. The spindle is used to connect the
handle to operate the opening and closing door mechanism.
Prior to installing the spindle, you must first adjust the required positioning of the hub receiving the spindle. There are 2
modes, Left Hand (LH) and Right Hand (RH) according to door handing.
• Turn the hub for correct door handing by turning clockwise for right handed and counter clockwise for left handed
door entries.
RH VIEW
LH VIEW
Right (RH)
Left (LH)
• Insert the spindle item 1 (refer to table 2)
smoothly until it clips.

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4.4. Step 4: Set up the inside trim assembly
Decide if the lever handle is a RH or LH position based on the door handing. The inside lever handle must be installed as it
does not come preinstalled.
CAUTION
WARNING
IMPORTANT
If the handing of the lock needs to be changed, please refer to annex C for changing the handing of the cassette if the lock
has a handed cassette (locks with automatic dead bolt or with inside lever switch).
LH has arrow pointing L RH has arrow pointing R
• To set proper handing, insert the lever from the
back plate and turn in the direction required for the
handing (LH or RH).

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4.4. Step 4: Set up the inside trim assembly (Continued)
• Install the inside lever bushing item 7 (refer to table 2)
• Install compression spring item 13 (refer to table 1) if not already inside the lever handle.
• Install the lever vertically as shown (pointing down), making sure it is snug.
• Rotate the lever handle to horizontal position corresponding to selected handing.
• Push up the spring holder to select the handing (LH or RH). The spring holder engages between the two lever spring
legs.
• Install the snap-holder for spring stopper item 8 (refer to table 2) to lock and prevent lever from disengaging
CLICK!
TO REMOVE CLIP, SQUEEZE
IN TABS TO RELEASE
HOOKS ENGAGEMENT
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ALIGN SPRING STOPPER AND BACKPLATE HOLES
BEFORE INSTALLING SNAP HOLDER
4.5. Step 5: Install the locking mechanism on the door
Before starting the installation of the lock on the door, please make sure the door has been prepared properly with proper
holes for the lock. Refer to corresponding drilling template for your lock model. Drilling templates are available in the cen-
terfold included in this installation manual and on the dormakaba support site (dormakabalodgingsupport.com).
To identify the item num-
bers listed below, refer to
Table 2 (numbers 7,8) and
Table 1 (number 13).
7
7
8
13
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4.6. Install the mortise ASM (if lock equipped)
Before installing the mortise, verify gap between the door and the frame. The gap between the mortise face plate and the
strike must not exceed ¼” for the proper and secure operation of the mortise.
CAUTION
WARNING
IMPORTANT
Max. 1/4”
Mortise
Door Door
Frame
• Verify the mortise handing for LH or RH. If the handing needs to be adjusted, refer to instructions in the annex A.
• Remove the faceplate by removing the two screws.
• Insert the mortise in the side of the door. If the mortise is equipped with a cable, route the cable so it comes out of
top hole on the side of the inside trim assembly.
Note: If lock is equipped with door ajar
cable, it will be neatly tucked into the
mortise though hole for housing

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• Use metal or wood screws depending on door material to secure the mortise.
• Re-install the face plate with its two screws.
• Install the strike and the dust box on the door frame.
CAUTION
WARNING
IMPORTANT
When strike is installed on wood frames under one inch (1”) thick, wood screws supplied are not adequate. Use screws of
appropriate length to engage the structural stud behind the frame. Use only the strike and dust box supplied. Use of non-
approved parts may void the product warranty.

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4.7. Install the cylindrical latch models (if applicable)
CAUTION
WARNING
IMPORTANT
For cylindrical latch models, ensure the dead-locking pin stops against the strike when the door is closed (see figure below).
An incorrect installation that permits the pin to slip inside the strike may result in a total lockout and will void the warranty
of the complete lock mechanism.
Correct
Dead-locking pin
Dead-locking pin
Incorrect
• Insert the latch in the hole in the edge of the door, orienting the latch bolt head as per closing direction
• Tighten the two screws.
Closing
Direction
• Verify the door thickness. The lock is assembled at the factory for door thickness of 1 ¾”. If the door thickness is differ-
ent, refer to table 3 below to adjust the spacers. Extra spacers and screws are provided in the hardware bag.
Door Thickness Spacer Spacer Screw
07 08 06
1-3/8" (35mm) to 1-9/16" (40mm) 2 - 3/8 (10mm)
1-5/8" (41mm) to 1-11/16" (43mm) 1 1 1/2 (13mm)
1-3/4" (44mm) to 1-13/16" (46mm) 2 1 5/8 (16mm)
1-7/8" (48mm) to 1-15/16" (49mm) - 2 5/8 (16mm)
2" (51mm) to 2-1/16" (52.5mm) 1 2 3/4 (19mm)
2-1/8" (54mm) to 2-3/16" (56mm) 2 2 3/4 (19mm)
2-1/4" (57mm) to 2-5/16" (59mm) - 3 7/8 (22mm)
2-3/8" (60mm) to 2-1/2" (64mm) 1 3 7/8 (22mm)
Door Thickness Table 3
See 2
Screws
Attachement Plate
Cylindrical Unit Assembly
07
08
06

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4.7. Install the cylindrical latch models (if applicable) (Continued)
• Make sure the handing is correct. If not, reinstall the cylindrical unit for proper handing.
• Install the cylindrical unit from the outside of the door toward the inside, in order to engage the latch as illustrated
below.
(outside) Cylindrical unit
Latch
• Install the strike and the dust box on the door frame.
CAUTION
WARNING
IMPORTANT
Use only the strike and strike box supplied. The use of non-approved parts will result in a functionality problem and may void
the product warranty.
ASA Strike

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4.8 Install the European lock case
• Verify the lock case handing for LH or RH. If the handing needs to be adjusted, refer to instructions in the annex B.
• Insert the lock case in the side of the door. Route the cable so it comes out of the top hole on the side of the inside
trim assembly.
• Secure the lock case using the screws provided.
• Install rose and key cylinder (if this option selected)
• Install the strike and the dust boxes on the frame of the door.
4.9. Step 6 Install the lock housing on the door
• Install the front lock housing, routing the wire cable(s) by the center hole at the top
• Install the inside housing
• Install the screws item 6 (refer to table 2) provided and tighten. Verify that the lever of the inside housing can retract
the latch. If not, it means the lock handing is wrong; then fix the handing correctly and verify again.
• Verify the inside lever handle comes freely to horizontal rest position after being activated. If not, re-align lock on the
door.
ASM and cylindrical latch European lock case

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4.10. Step 7 Install the antenna module (if applicable)
• Position the bracket on the door, engaged with the “T” at the top of the chassis.
• Secure the bracket with screw provided with the bracket.

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4.11. Step 8: Connect the cables
Locks without wire guide
• Connect each cable with its matching connector and route the excess of cable back into the hole of the door.
Locks with wire guide
• Before installing the lock on the door, extend the wire guide outward, without removing the cover. Pull gently and
rotate clockwise to lock.
• Secure the front lock housing with the inside trim chassis using the 3 screws item 6 (refer to table 2).
Extend
• Remove the cover on the wire cover. The cover will no longer be used.
• Now that cables are exposed, connect each cable with its matching connector.
• Push back the wire guide in the door.

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4.12. Step 9: Install the inside cover
• Set the thumb turn on the inside cover to a vertical position, pointing up.
• Slide the inside cover onto the lever handle taking care not to scratch the lever handle.
• When the cover is fully in place, secure it using the 3 screws item 5 (refer to table 1).
• For locks with an ADB mortise (automatic deadbolt mortise), apply the privacy thumbturn sticker.
L/H Locks
R/H Locks

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4.13. Step 10: Install the outside lever handle
• Install the outside bushing, making sure it is snug
• Install the outside lever handle according to the lock handing (LH/RH)
• Insert the set screw item 4 (refer to table 2) and tighten till snug
4.14. Step 11: Install the batteries
• Insert the batteries in the battery holder respecting the polarity indicated in the battery holder
CAUTION
WARNING
IMPORTANT
Use only Alkaline batteries
4.15. Step 12: Test lock functionality
Make sure the room door is open prior testing
A - Present test keycard
B - Check green & red lights flash
C - Rotate outside lever to check bolt retraction
D - Release outside lever, should move freely back to horizontal rest position.
E - Rotate inside lever to check bolt retraction
F - Release inside lever, should move freely back to horizontal rest position.
G - Check bolt projection from thumbturn, should be smooth.
4.16. Step 13: Program the lock
Refer to dormakaba access management system user manual for lock programming.