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Kwikset KWI-488DNL Dorian Lever Half Dummy Lock

Kwikset KWI-488DNL Dorian Lever Half Dummy Lock

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Model: 488DNL-15
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Kwikset KWI-488DNL Dorian 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-488DNL Dorian Lever Half Dummy Lock

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Product Specs

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

Kwikset 488DNL-15 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Is this Kwikset lever rated for a commercial opening or apartment corridor doors?
The Dorian 488DNL is catalogued as residential hardware. For multifamily corridors, schools or other commercial traffic, a Grade 1 dummy trim is the right call, such as the BEST 9K Series 1DT single dummy lever trim, or the Accentra 455LN Augusta heavy duty Grade 1 single dummy lever. The BEST 7KC Series 1DT is a Grade 2 medium duty option if the traffic is lighter.
2) What is a commercial-grade alternative to the Kwikset 488DNL Dorian half dummy lever?
The Kwikset 488DNL Dorian is a residential dummy lever. For a heavy-duty commercial dummy, the BEST 9K Series 1DT single dummy trim is a Grade 1 non-keyed cylindrical lever dummy, and the Accentra 455LN Augusta is a Grade 1 single dummy cylindrical lever in the 5400 Series. A medium-duty option is the BEST 7KC Series 1DT single dummy trim, Grade 2 non-keyed. All three provide the same non-turning pull-side trim as the Dorian dummy.
3) I need a lever that actually latches the door, not a dummy - what should I order instead of the Kwikset 488DNL?
The Kwikset 488DNL Dorian is a dummy lever, meaning it is non-turning and used where a push/pull function is required. If the door needs a working latch with no lock, choose a passage function lever such as the Hager 2510 Grade 2 passage cylindrical lever, the Dexter C1000 Grade 1 passage lever, or the Falcon B101 Grade 2 passage lever. For a bed or bath door that needs to lock from inside, the Hager 2540 and the Baldwin Estate 5103 privacy lever are privacy function.
4) I need dummy levers on both sides of a French door - is the Kwikset 488DNL the right part?
The Kwikset 488DNL Dorian is a half dummy, so it provides non-turning trim on one side only. For openings that need matching non-turning trim on both faces, Emtek sells dummy pairs, including the Arts & Crafts Lever dummy pair, the Hammered Lever dummy pair, and the Classic Brass Cortina Lever dummy pair. Order the 488DNL per leaf if you only need the pull side finished.
5) For a high-traffic corridor closet, should I use the Kwikset 488DNL Dorian or a Grade 1 lever?
The Kwikset 488DNL Dorian is a residential dummy lever meeting ADA/ANSI A117.1 requirements, intended for interior doors needing push/pull only. For heavy-traffic corridor and closet doors specified Grade 1, the Falcon K101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty passage lever rated for doors 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch thick and fire rated, and the Corbin Russwin CL3110 is a Grade 1 vandal resistant passage lever, fire rated, for 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch doors.
6) Does the Kwikset 488DNL Dorian lever meet ADA lever requirements?
Kwikset states the Dorian half dummy meets ADA/ANSI A117.1 requirements. It is a lever rather than a knob, which is the form ADA asks for on operable hardware. Keep in mind it is a non-operating dummy trim, so on an accessible opening the ADA question usually lands on the latching hardware, not the pull.
7) Does the Kwikset Dorian half dummy have to be ordered left hand or right hand?
No handing call is needed on the Kwikset Dorian half dummy; the lever mounts to either face. Some dummy levers are handed and do require it, like the Baldwin Estate 5103, which is sold as a distinct left hand and right hand half dummy.
8) I need a matching working lever for the other doors in the room. What pairs with a Dorian half dummy?
The Dorian dummy is trim only, so the operating doors still need a latching set. If you are staying residential, pair it with a passage lever in the same finish; if the room mixes in commercial doors, Grade 2 passage levers like the Hager 2510 Withnell or the Accentra 5301LN Augusta cover those openings. Match the finish family, since the dummy ships in Satin Nickel and Venetian Bronze only.
9) Does the Kwikset 488DNL half dummy come in left and right hand versions like the Baldwin 5103?
The Kwikset 488DNL Dorian half dummy lever is ordered by finish, in Venetian Bronze and Satin Nickel. Baldwin's Estate 5103 half dummy with 5048 rose is instead ordered as a hand-specific part - a left hand version and a separate right hand version. If you are matching an existing Baldwin opening you must specify the hand; with the Dorian you specify the finish.
10) What is the closest residential-style dummy lever to the Kwikset Dorian 488DNL if I want a different trim look?
The Kwikset 488DNL Dorian is a traditional-style lever dummy. The Callan Bentley dummy lever is a Grade 2 dummy in the Bentley series, and the Baldwin Estate 5103 half dummy uses the 5048 rose. All three deliver the same non-turning one-sided function, so the choice comes down to trim design and finish rather than function.
11) Will the Kwikset 488DNL work on a keyed or code-entry opening?
No. The Kwikset 488DNL Dorian is a dummy lever with no latch and no cylinder, so it cannot secure an opening. For keyed entry use a function such as the Hager 2525 Grade 2 entry lever or the Cal-Royal AG05 Grade 2 storeroom lever with deadlocking latchbolt. For keyless code entry, the Lockey 2835 mechanical pushbutton keyless lever lock and the Delaney LP250 electronic keypad leverlock are the alternatives.
12) What finishes does the Kwikset Dorian half dummy lever come in?
Two: Satin Nickel and Venetian Bronze. Both are Kwikset's common residential finishes, so the dummy will match Dorian and other Kwikset trim already on nearby openings in the same finish.
13) What is Microban on this Kwikset lever, and does it matter in a rental or healthcare setting?
The Dorian half dummy carries Microban antimicrobial product protection built into the hardware, which Kwikset states keeps the surface 99.9 percent cleaner than unprotected hardware. It slows microbial growth on the finish itself; it is not a disinfectant and does not replace cleaning. Useful on high-touch residential doors where a property manager wants that feature standardized across units.
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Does the Kwikset 488DNL-15 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Kwikset 488DNL-15 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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