Ives 299AS Emergency Stop Assembly with Bi-Directional Door Swing for Healthcare Applications

Ives 299AS Emergency Stop Assembly with Bi-Directional Door Swing for Healthcare Applications

Professional Rescue Hardware Solution for Emergency Door Access

The Ives 299AS Emergency Stop Assembly is engineered specifically for healthcare environments where patient safety is paramount. This center-mounted rescue hardware enables bi-directional door swing in emergency situations, allowing doors to reverse direction when patients become trapped behind inward-swinging doors. Compatible with 1-3/4" door thickness and designed for use with Ives center hung pivot models 7253, 7255, 7255J, 7256, and 7259, this assembly provides critical emergency access without frame damage.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Emergency Bi-Directional Operation: Center tong depression mechanism allows door to swing in opposite direction during emergency situations without causing frame damage.
• Healthcare-Specific Design: Engineered to address blocked doorways caused by incapacitated patients, a critical safety concern in healthcare facilities.
• Frame Compatibility Options: Available in 7 model for 5-3/4" frames and 8 model for 6-3/4" frames with center or offset mounting styles.
• Door Thickness Specification: Designed for 1-3/4" door thickness with custom sizes available through factory consultation.
• Center Hung Pivot Integration: Must be used with compatible Ives center hung pivot models including 7253, 7255, 7255J, 7256, and 7259 for proper operation.
• Professional Installation Hardware: Includes 8-32 x 1/2" fasteners specifically designed for hollow metal door applications.
• ANSI/BHMA Compliance: Meets ANSI/BHMA A1882 standards for commercial rescue hardware applications.
• Durable Stainless Steel Construction: Manufactured from stainless steel substrate for long-term reliability in demanding healthcare environments.

Technical Specifications

• ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA A1882
• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Department: Door Hardware
• Package Includes: 8-32 x 1/2" fasteners for hollow metal applications
• Product Category: Door Trim and Accessories
• Product Dimension: 6.75"-7.75" x 2.75"
• Product Group: Door Trim and Accessories
• Product Model: 299AS
• Product Subgroup: Rescue Hardware
• Product Substrate: Stainless Steel
• Product Type: Rescue Door Stops and Strikes
• Subcategory: Miscellaneous Hardware

Installation & Operation

1. Verify door preparation requirements including 1-3/4" door thickness and compatibility with existing center hung pivot hardware models 7253, 7255, 7255J, 7256, or 7259.
2. Select appropriate model based on frame dimensions: 7 model for 5-3/4" frames or 8 model for 6-3/4" frames with center or offset mounting configuration.
3. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door frame surfaces for center mounting position.
4. Prepare frame by drilling required holes as specified in manufacturer installation templates and instructions.
5. Install emergency stop assembly using provided 8-32 x 1/2" fasteners, ensuring proper alignment with center hung pivot mechanism.
6. Test emergency operation by depressing center tong to verify bi-directional door swing function and confirm door returns to normal operation position.
7. Verify installation does not interfere with deadbolt applications or mortise locks with deadlocking auxiliary latches as these configurations are not compatible. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details.

Professional Applications

• Hospital Patient Room Restrooms
• Healthcare Facility Utility Closets
• Institutional Small Space Applications
• Convalescent Home Patient Areas
• Medical Facility Emergency Access Points
• Healthcare Institution Safety Systems
• Commercial Healthcare Building Compliance

Emergency Access Design

The 299AS Emergency Stop Assembly addresses the critical safety challenge of blocked doorways in healthcare settings. When a patient becomes incapacitated behind an inward-swinging door, the center tong depression mechanism enables immediate door reversal without structural damage to the frame or surrounding hardware, providing essential emergency access for healthcare professionals.

Why Choose Ives Quality?

Ives rescue hardware delivers specialized safety solutions engineered for healthcare environments with stainless steel construction and ANSI/BHMA A1882 compliance. This emergency stop assembly provides reliable bi-directional door operation specifically designed to address patient safety concerns in hospitals, institutions, and convalescent facilities. Professional-grade construction ensures dependable emergency access when critical situations demand immediate response.