This could be inter preted to mean that hardware mounted very low would be acceptable on an accessible door even though hardware in that location may be impossible for someone using a wheelchair to operate.
Push pull door hardware mounting height.
Ives offers a wide selection of push and pull plates that coordinate with ives door pulls.
It only required a mounting location of 48 or less above the floor.
Handles pulls latches locks and other operating devices on accessible doors shall have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping tight pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Here we list the various ways door pulls can be mounted.
Lever operated mechanisms push type mechanisms and u shaped handles are acceptable designs.
Featuring more than 10 finishes the plates can suite with the surrounding door hardware of any door opening.
There are several mounting packages center to center spacing and cylinder or cutout options specific to any door and pull.
Choosing a door pull mounting.
It is important to choose the mounting hardware that best suits the type and style of the door.
Door handles pulls latches locks and other operating devices shall be installed 34 inches 864 mm minimum and 48 inches 1219 mm maximum above the finished floor.