{"id":7073,"date":"2023-09-07T11:48:52","date_gmt":"2023-09-07T09:48:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/?post_type=ht_kb&#038;p=7073"},"modified":"2025-09-02T10:09:54","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T08:09:54","slug":"doorlock-ra4-rittal-vx-manual","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/knowledge-base\/doorlock-ra4-rittal-vx-manual\/","title":{"rendered":"DoorLock-RA4-RITTAL-VX &#8211; MANUAL"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/knowledge-base\/doorlock-ra4-art-kxc-ra4-ip2-x-data-sheet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DATASHEET KXC-RA4<\/a><\/pre>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The DoorLock-RA4-RITTAL-VX is an adapter for the DoorLock-RA4 locking solution for Rittal IT racks of the VX series. The adapter is only supplied in conjunction with a DoorLock-RA4-IPx-L, as the two components are screwed together at the factory.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety instructions<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-blocks-accordion wp-block-hb-accordion\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__section\" data-ht-blocks-accordion-block-state=\"closed\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__title\"><span>Installation<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__contentwrap\">Installation and commissioning may only be carried out by trained specialist personnel in accordance with the instructions.<br>No modifications of any kind, other than those described in an appropriate manual, are permitted to Kentix GmbH products.<br>Certain levels of protection must be provided when installing Kentix equipment.<br>Observe the relevant regulations for installations in the respective environment.<br>Only operate the products within the defined temperature range.<br>The instructions should be passed on to the user by the person carrying out the installation.<br>Kentix accepts no liability for damage to the equipment or components resulting from incorrect installation. No liability is accepted for incorrectly programmed units.<br>Kentix shall not be liable in the event of malfunctions, damage to property or other damage.<br><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__section\" data-ht-blocks-accordion-block-state=\"closed\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__title\"><span>Use of the products, transport and storage<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__contentwrap\">Protect the device during transport, storage and operation from<br>Protect moisture, dirt and damage.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__section\" data-ht-blocks-accordion-block-state=\"closed\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__title\"><span>Battery powered products<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__contentwrap\">Do not use products in potentially explosive atmospheres.<br>Only operate the products within the defined temperature range.<br>Installation and battery replacement may only be carried out by trained personnel in accordance with the instructions.<br>Do not charge, short circuit, open or heat batteries.<br>When inserting the batteries, pay attention to the correct polarity.<br>The devices must always be operated with the batteries intended for the product.<br>When changing batteries, always replace all batteries.<br>Dispose of old or used batteries properly.<br>Keep batteries out of the reach of children.  <br><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__section\" data-ht-blocks-accordion-block-state=\"closed\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__title\"><span>Maintenance<br><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__contentwrap\">Kentix devices must be checked for functionality as part of annual maintenance.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__section\" data-ht-blocks-accordion-block-state=\"closed\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__title\"><span>Disposal<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-hb-accordion__contentwrap\">Electrical appliances and batteries must be disposed of separately from household waste.<br><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dimensions<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"687\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX-Masse-687x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX-Masse-687x1024.png 687w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX-Masse-268x400.png 268w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX-Masse-101x150.png 101w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX-Masse-768x1145.png 768w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX-Masse-34x50.png 34w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX-Masse-1031x1536.png 1031w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX-Masse-40x60.png 40w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX-Masse-67x100.png 67w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX-Masse.png 1150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 687px) 100vw, 687px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Installation<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lochbild-kxc-ra4-rittal-ts8\">Adapter KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"456\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-Rittal-VX-Lochbild-456x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-Rittal-VX-Lochbild-456x1024.png 456w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-Rittal-VX-Lochbild-178x400.png 178w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-Rittal-VX-Lochbild-67x150.png 67w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-Rittal-VX-Lochbild-22x50.png 22w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-Rittal-VX-Lochbild-27x60.png 27w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-Rittal-VX-Lochbild-45x100.png 45w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-Rittal-VX-Lochbild.png 664w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 456px) 100vw, 456px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"LochbildRA4\">The hole pattern above is required for mounting the DoorLock-RA4 on a door. A hole of at least 12.5 mm must be drilled in the door so that the connection cable can be fed through the door.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-ht-blocks-messages wp-block-hb-message wp-block-hb-message--withicon is-style-info\">The position of the hole can be marked using a drilling template. The template is available on request.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assembly steps<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"764\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX_Montage-764x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7507\" srcset=\"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX_Montage-764x1024.png 764w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX_Montage-298x400.png 298w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX_Montage-112x150.png 112w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX_Montage-768x1030.png 768w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX_Montage-37x50.png 37w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX_Montage-1146x1536.png 1146w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX_Montage-45x60.png 45w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX_Montage-75x100.png 75w, https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX_Montage.png 1174w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 764px) 100vw, 764px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-blocks-list heroic-styled-list\" id=\"heroic-styled-list-9484407c-9d76-4a8e-8693-b2b66a8414c9\"><ol class=\"fa-ul\"><li>Drill hole for cable entry<\/li><li>Feed the connection cable through the hole<\/li><li>Connecting the cable to the DoorLock<\/li><li>Put the DoorLock on the door<\/li><li>Tighten the fastening screws with a screwdriver (tightening torque 1.8 Nm)<\/li><\/ol><style>#heroic-styled-list-9484407c-9d76-4a8e-8693-b2b66a8414c9 li:before{\n\t\t                   background:#f7931e;\n\t\t                   border-radius: 0;\n\t\t                   }<\/style><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-ht-blocks-messages wp-block-hb-message wp-block-hb-message--withicon is-style-danger\">First connect the DoorLock with the slimline patch cable before attaching it to the rack. Only install the DoorLock when it is open!<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-ht-blocks-messages wp-block-hb-message wp-block-hb-message--withicon is-style-info\">For doors with a design bevel, the existing adapter plate from Rittal must be used to compensate for the bevel.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lochbild-kxc-ra4-rittal-ts8\">Tools required<\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-blocks-list heroic-styled-list\" id=\"heroic-styled-list-49eae05a-5a47-4d0c-b0d6-988ad18cc485\"><ol class=\"fa-ul\"><li>Metal drill bit with a diameter of at least 12.5 mm<\/li><li>TORX\u00ae screwdriver with drive size 25<\/li><\/ol><style>#heroic-styled-list-49eae05a-5a47-4d0c-b0d6-988ad18cc485 li:before{\n\t\t                   background:#f7931e;\n\t\t                   border-radius: 0;\n\t\t                   }<\/style><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DATASHEET KXC-RA4 Overview The DoorLock-RA4-RITTAL-VX is an adapter for the DoorLock-RA4 locking solution for Rittal IT racks of the VX series. The adapter is only supplied in conjunction with a DoorLock-RA4-IPx-L, as the two components are screwed together at the factory. Dimensions Installation Adapter KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX The hole pattern above is&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":339,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_crdt_document":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"ht-kb-category":[160],"ht-kb-tag":[],"class_list":["post-7073","ht_kb","type-ht_kb","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","ht_kb_category-doorlock-ra4-mechanical-rack-adapter"],"custom_fields":{"kentix_order_code":["KXC-RA4-RITTAL-VX"]},"categories":[{"slug":"doorlock-ra4-mechanical-rack-adapter","name":"DoorLock-RA4 mechanical rack adapter","shortName":""}],"featured_media_url":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/KXC-RA4-IPx-150x113.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ht-kb\/7073","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ht-kb"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/ht_kb"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7073"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ht-kb\/7073\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11811,"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ht-kb\/7073\/revisions\/11811"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/339"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7073"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"ht_kb_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ht-kb-category?post=7073"},{"taxonomy":"ht_kb_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/docs.kentix.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ht-kb-tag?post=7073"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}