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Sargent 68-2596 Dogging Kit for Commercial Exit Devices

Sargent 68-2596 Dogging Kit for Commercial Exit Devices

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Sargent 68-2596 Dogging Kit for Commercial Exit Devices

The Sargent 68-2596 Dogging Kit is a genuine replacement part designed for use with compatible Sargent exit devices in commercial door hardware applications. This kit provides the dogging mechanism components needed to hold an exit device in the retracted (unlatched) position, allowing doors to swing freely without requiring push-bar actuation. Engineered to meet the demands of commercial environments, this kit is categorized as an exit device part and accessory for professional installation and maintenance.

Key Features

  • Genuine Sargent Replacement Part: Model 68-2596 is an authentic Sargent-manufactured dogging kit, ensuring proper fit and function with compatible exit devices.
  • Dogging Functionality: Allows the exit device latchbolt to be held in the retracted position, enabling free passage through dogged doors without bar actuation.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Designed and rated for commercial applications, providing the durability expected in high-traffic institutional and commercial settings.
  • Exit Device Parts Compatibility: Classified as an exit device part within the Sargent product ecosystem, intended for integration with compatible Sargent exit device models.
  • Replacement Parts Category: Supplied as a direct replacement component to restore or maintain proper dogging operation in existing Sargent exit device installations.
  • Professional Installation Ready: Engineered for straightforward integration by qualified door hardware technicians and installers familiar with Sargent exit device systems.

Technical Specifications

  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Product Category: Mechanical Locks
  • Product Group: Parts and Accessories
  • Subcategory: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Subgroup: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Type: Exit Device Parts
  • Parts and Accessories Type: Replacement Parts
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Product Model: 68-2596
  • Features: Sargent Door Closer Parts

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Sargent 68-2596?

Sargent exit device parts are engineered to precise commercial-grade standards, ensuring reliable performance and proper fit within compatible Sargent exit device systems. The 68-2596 Dogging Kit delivers the authentic replacement component needed to maintain optimal exit device operation in demanding commercial door hardware applications where dependable performance and code-compliant egress are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Department:
Door Hardware
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Product Group:
Parts and Accessories
Subcategory:
Parts and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Parts and Accessories
Product Type:
Exit Device Parts
Parts and Accessories Type:
Replacement Parts
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
68-2596
Features:
Sargent Door Closer Parts

Sargent 68-2596 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can I use the Sargent 68-2596 dogging kit on a fire rated exit door?
No. Mechanical dogging is not permitted on fire rated exit devices, because the device has to latch on every cycle to keep the opening rated. If the door carries a fire label, the device on it should be a fire rated model without dogging, and you'd use an electric latch retraction device if you need hold-open behavior. The 68-2596 belongs on non-fire-rated openings only.
2) Will this dogging kit fit any brand of exit device, or only Sargent?
Sargent only. The 68-2596 is built for compatible Sargent exit devices and is not a universal dogging retrofit. Von Duprin, Falcon, Precision, and Yale devices each use their own dogging assemblies with different hex sizes and mounting geometry inside the pushbar chassis, so cross-brand fitting isn't an option here. Pull the device number off the chassis or the end cap before ordering.
3) My exit bar won't stay dogged anymore. Is a dogging kit the right fix?
That's exactly the failure this kit addresses. When the dogging hex no longer holds the bar down, or the dogging pin has worn or sheared, the fix is replacing the dogging components rather than the whole device. The 68-2596 is supplied as a replacement part to restore dogging operation on an existing Sargent installation, so you keep the chassis, rails, and trim already on the door.
4) Is the 68-2596 a genuine Sargent part or an aftermarket copy?
It's a genuine Sargent-manufactured dogging kit, model 68-2596, sold as a direct replacement component for Sargent exit devices. For anyone maintaining a building already standardized on Sargent hardware, that matters: the factory part is what keeps the device operating as originally installed rather than introducing a mixed-parts device you have to explain later.
5) Is the Sargent 68-2596 suitable for a high traffic commercial building, or is it a light duty part?
It's a commercial-rated part, not residential. Sargent lists it for commercial door hardware use, and the typical applications run to schools, hospitals, offices, retail, warehouses, government buildings, and multi-tenant residential, all settings where exit doors cycle heavily all day.
6) Do I need a locksmith to install a dogging kit, or can building maintenance handle it?
Sargent positions the 68-2596 for qualified door hardware technicians familiar with Sargent exit devices. The work means pulling the pushbar rail cover to reach the dogging assembly inside the chassis, so a maintenance tech who has had a Sargent device apart before can do it. If the building's exit doors are on a life safety inspection schedule, have the device function-tested after reassembly.
How fast can I get the Sargent 68-2596 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Sargent 68-2596 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Sargent 68-2596 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Sargent 68-2596?
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