BHMA A156-29:2012 pdf download.STANDARD FOR EXIT LOCKS, EXIT ALA RMS, ALA RMS FOR EXIT DEVICES
3.GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Alarms and exit alarms meeting the requirements of this standard are Grade 1. When alarms are used with exit devices, the assembly shall take on the grade of the exit device. Exit Devices with Exit Alarms are also subject to the requirements of ANSIBHMA A156.3.
3.2 Failure of any test results in complete failure to the standard.
3.3 Exit Locks shall be labeled or listed for compliance to this standard by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). When used in fire door assemblies, they shall be listed for use in fire doors by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) and shall be under an in-plant follow-up inspection service.
3.4 Reference to ANSI Standards ANSI Standards are available from the American National Standards Institute, 11 W. 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036 or www.buildershardware.com.
3.5 Values Required values in this Standard are given in US units. The SI (metric) equivalents are approximate. All values which do not carry specific tolerances or are not marked maximum or minimum shall have the following tolerances: Linear dimensions shall be±1/16 in. (1.6 mm). Pounds or pound force shall be±5%. Angular measurements shall be±4 degrees. Voltage measurements shall be 5 percent. Temperature measurements shall be 4 degrees F( 2 degrees C).
3.6 Related Standards ANSI/BHMA 156.3-2008, Exit Devices; ESD Immunity IEC 61000-4-2:2001; RF Immunity IEC 61000-4-3:2006; EFT Immunity IEC 61000-4-4:2004; ANSI/BHMA A156.18 2012, Materials and Finishes.
4.TEST METHODS
4.1 Samples for testing shall be selected at random from the manufacturer's finished stock and mounted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. All hardware shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's standard installation instruction.
4.2 Test Door When doors are referenced, the tests shall be performed on3 ft by 7 ftx 1 3/4 in. (915 x 2134 x 45 mm) minimum doors of wood or metal with metal frames. The doors and frames shall be rigid enough to hold firmly and to withstand the tests outlined. Doors shall be hung on hinges or pivots. Provision shall be made for mounting appropriate measuring devices. A combined calibration and reading accuracy within 5% shall be required for values indicated for all applicable tests. Reinforcement is permitted to be used to prevent deformation of the door when the tests are being applied.BHMA A156-29 pdf download.