Push-Pull capability.
Range is from 0-35 Pounds
Door Pressure Gauge Push-Pull instrument design
specifically to measure force. This instrument is capable of measuring the
entire range of forces found in servicing interior and exterior doors.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Set the top (small) o-ring located on the plunger rod on zero, down against the
instrument's flange; or set the o-ring on the desired force.
Holding the instrument firmly, press slowly against the door at a point
approximately handle-high, and 30 inches away from the door's hinges.
Read the amount of force required to open the door on the plunger scale closest
to the bottom of the small o-ring.
MEET ADA REQUIREMENTS
The Americans with Disabilities Act requires that both interior and exterior
doors of a building be handicapped accessible.
Door Opening Force (4.1311 ADA AG).
Exterior hinged doors: (Reserved)
Interior hinged doors: 5 lbs (22.2N)
Sliding or folding doors: 5 lbs (22.2N)
Automatic/Power Assisted Doors: (4.13.12) Such doors shall not open to back
check faster than 3 seconds and shall require no more than 15 lbs (66.6N) to
stop door movement. If a power assisted door is used, its door-opening force
shall comply with 4.13.11 and its closing shall conform to the requirements in
ANSI A156.19-1984.