Sargent LC-NB-8706-F-ETB-96 Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Storeroom Function, Less Bottom Rod, For 33-36 Inch Width, 96 Inch Height Door, Less Cylinder, Hex Key Dogging

The Sargent LC-NB-8706-F-ETB-96 is a surface vertical rod exit device engineered for heavy-use commercial openings that require reliable security and dependable egress. Configured for storeroom function with the ETB lever trim, it keeps the outside lever locked at all times and demands key access to enter, while free egress is always available from the inside. This model is built for taller 96-inch doors sized for 33 to 36 inch widths, and ships less bottom rod (NB) for easier maintenance and a cleaner floor line. Supplied less cylinder (LC) for field-matched keying, it also includes hex key dogging for convenient panic-free operation during business hours.

Features

• Surface-mounted vertical rod design providing secure two-point latching on tall openings.
• Less bottom rod (NB) construction reduces floor debris interference and simplifies maintenance.
• Storeroom function (F) keeps the outside trim locked, requiring a key for entry while allowing free egress.
• ETB lever trim offers durable, comfortable operation with a clean architectural appearance.
• Hex key dogging allows the latch to be held retracted for push/pull operation during peak traffic.
• Less cylinder (LC) lets installers supply a cylinder to match existing keyways and master key systems.
• Sized for 33–36 inch wide doors up to 96 inches in height.

Functional Details

The storeroom function secures the opening by keeping the outside lever rigid and locked. Entry from the exterior requires a key, while depressing the push bar from the interior always retracts the latches for immediate, code-compliant egress.

• Outside lever is always locked.
• Key retracts latch bolt.
• Latch bolt automatically relocks when key is released.
• Free egress at all times from inside.

Arm Type Details

This device uses a top vertical rod with surface-mounted latch at the head of the door. Because it is configured less bottom rod, latching occurs only at the top, eliminating the lower rod and bottom strike for reduced maintenance and fewer tripping hazards at the threshold.

Included Components

The device ships with the 8700 series surface vertical rod chassis, top rod and latch assembly, ETB lever trim, and hex key dogging hardware. Cylinder and bottom rod are not included and must be ordered separately as needed.