ADA Requirements for Fire Extinguisher Cabinets.

YOU MUST CHECK YOUR LOCAL CODE to make sure you are in compliance. ADA Accessible Guideline 4.4Cabinets and Fire Extinguishers projecting from walls with their leading edges between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor shall protrude no more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisle. Objects mounted with their leading edges at or below 27 inches above the finished floor may protrude any amount. Freestanding objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor. Protruding objects shall not reduce the clear width of an accessible route or maneuvering space.To comply with ADA Guidelines, www.amerexfireextinugishers.com   and J.L.Industries have made ADA compliance easy by listing ADA compliant model numbers in BLUE.  Proper installation in accordance with the ADA Guidelines is the sole responsibility of the installer. For more information please visit the Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities website or call them at 1-800-872-2253.