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Kwikset KWI-488BLRH Right Hand Balboa Lever Half Dummy Lock

Kwikset KWI-488BLRH Right Hand Balboa Lever Half Dummy Lock

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Model: 488BLRH-26D
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Kwikset KWI-488BLRH Right Hand Balboa Lever Half Dummy Lock

It meets ADA/ANSI A117.1 requirements and has been tested for durability and performance. With an adjustable backset ranging from 2-3/8" to 2-3/4", this latch can fit all standard door preparations. Installation is a breeze and can be done in just a few minutes with a screwdriver. You'll also receive a lifetime mechanical and finish warranty, so you can trust that this latch will last for years to come. This latch is also treated with Microban Antimicrobial product protection, which keeps door hardware 99.9% cleaner than unprotected surfaces.

PRODUCT FEATURES

  • For use on interior doors where a push/pull function is required
  • Meets ADA/ANSI A117.1 requirements
  • Easily installs in minutes with just a screwdriver
  • Lifetime mechanical and finish warranty
  • Microban Antimicrobial product protection keeps door hardware 99.9% cleaner than unprotected surfaces

 

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Kwikset KWI-488BLRH Right Hand Balboa Lever Half Dummy Lock

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Product Specs

Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Leversets
Subcategory:
Levers
Commercial/Residential:
Residential
Product Function:
Dummy
Lock Function:
Dummy
Features:
Microban
Product Attribute:
Cylindrical Locks
Product Type:
Leversets
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Collection:
Balboa
Department:
Door Hardware

Kwikset 488BLRH-26D – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What does a half dummy lever actually do, and when should I use one instead of a passage lever?
A half dummy is a surface-mounted lever with no latch and no moving mechanism. It screws to one face of the door and serves as a pull only, so the door has to be held shut by a ball catch, roller catch, or magnet. The Kwikset Balboa half dummy is meant for interior doors where a push/pull function is all you need, like a closet, pantry, or one leaf of a French pair. If you need the door to latch when it closes, order a passage lever instead, such as the Callan Asheville or the Falcon B101 passage set.
2) Is the Kwikset Balboa half dummy handed, and how do I know if I need the right hand version?
Yes, it is handed. The KWI-488BLRH is the right hand version, so the lever points to the left when you are looking at the mounted face. Stand outside the door (the side the lever will sit on) and check which side the hinges are on: hinges on the right means right hand. Order the left hand version if the hinges are on the left. A half dummy lever cannot be reversed in the field the way a latching cylindrical lock often can, so getting the hand right on the order matters.
3) Is this Kwikset Balboa lever ADA compliant for a multi-family or accessible unit?
The Balboa half dummy meets ADA/ANSI A117.1 requirements. The lever shape operates without tight grasping, pinching, or wrist twisting, which is the reason lever trim gets specified over knobs on accessible openings. Note it is a residential-duty product, not a commercial grade lockset, so for a facility spec calling out ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 or 2 trim you would look at something like the BEST 9K Series 1DT Grade 1 single dummy or the BEST 7KC Series Grade 2 single dummy instead.
4) I need dummy levers on both sides of a door. Does this cover that?
No. The KWI-488BLRH is a half dummy, which is a single lever for one face of the door. For a door that needs a pull on both sides, order two units (one right hand, one left hand) or go with a dummy pair such as the Emtek Classic Brass Cortina dummy pair or the Emtek Arts and Crafts dummy pair, which are sold as pairs.
5) I need a dummy lever for a commercial door instead of a residential one - what should I use?
The Kwikset 488 Balboa half dummy is classed as residential hardware. For a commercial opening, the BEST 9K Series 1DT single dummy trim lever is a Grade 1 heavy duty non-keyed dummy, and the BEST 7KC Series 1DT is a Grade 2 medium duty single dummy trim. The Accentra 455LN Augusta is another Grade 1 single dummy cylindrical lever, from the 5400 Series.
6) Which finishes does the Balboa half dummy lever come in so I can match the rest of my doors?
Seven finishes: Polished Brass, Bright Chrome, Satin Chrome, Satin Nickel, Antique Brass, Venetian Bronze, and Matte Black. That range covers the common Kwikset residential palette, so a property manager replacing one closet pull can usually match the passage and entry sets already hanging on the other openings in the unit.
7) Do I need to bore a new hole in the door to install a half dummy lever?
No bore is required for the Balboa half dummy. It mounts to the door face and goes on in a few minutes with a screwdriver. If you are replacing an existing lever on a door that already has a 2-1/8 inch cross bore, the rose will cover the hole but the door will no longer latch, so plan on a ball catch or magnetic catch to hold it closed.
8) What is the closest alternative to a Kwikset right hand half dummy lever from another brand?
The direct equivalent is the Baldwin Estate 5103 right hand half dummy lever with the 5048 rose, which is the same handed half dummy configuration. Baldwin also lists the left hand version of the 5103 if your opening swings the other way, plus 5103 passage and privacy versions if you decide the door needs to latch after all. For a non-handed single dummy, the Callan Bentley Grade 2 dummy lever is another option.
9) Can I use this Kwikset Balboa lever on an exterior or fire rated door?
No. It is a residential dummy trim with no latch, no cylinder, and no locking function, so it gives you nothing on an exterior opening and cannot be used on a fire rated door, which requires a positive-latching, fire-labeled lockset. For a fire rated interior opening look at a rated commercial lock such as the Corbin Russwin CL3110 passage lever or the Falcon K101 Grade 1 passage lock.
10) Do dummy levers from other brands come as a pair rather than a single half dummy?
Yes, and it matters when ordering. The Kwikset 488 Balboa is a half dummy, meaning one side only, and it is handed right. Emtek supplies dummy levers as pairs, including the Arts and Crafts lever dummy pair, the Hammered lever dummy pair, and the Classic Brass Cortina lever dummy pair, which cover both faces of a door such as an inactive french door leaf.
11) Which lever looks like a substitute for a half dummy but will not work as one?
Privacy and entry levers are the usual mix-up because the trim appears similar. The Baldwin Estate 5103 privacy lever with 5048 rose carries a bed and bath privacy function, and the Hager 2540 with Withnell lever and the Deltana 6201 Manchester are entry function levers - all three operate a latch and are not push or pull trim. The Kwikset 488 Balboa half dummy is for interior doors where a push/pull function is required.
12) What is Microban on door hardware and does it matter in a rental or healthcare setting?
The Balboa lever is treated with Microban antimicrobial product protection, which Kwikset states keeps the hardware 99.9 percent cleaner than unprotected surfaces. It is built into the finish rather than applied as a coating you reapply. It does not replace cleaning, but for high-touch interior doors in rentals, offices, or assisted living it is a differentiator over an untreated residential lever.
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Does the Kwikset 488BLRH-26D come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Kwikset 488BLRH-26D is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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