Figure 22. Minimum Dimensions of Elevator Cars.

Figure 22(a) Illustrates plan view of an elevator with a door providing a 36 inches (915 mm) minimum clear width, centered on the longer of the elevator sides. The width of the elevator car is a minimum of 80 inches (2030 mm). The depth of the elevator car measured from the back wall to the elevator door is a minimum of 54 inches (1370 mm). The depth of the elevator car measured from the back wall to the control panel is a minimum of 51 inches (1291 mm).

Figure 22(b) Illustrates an elevator with door providing a minimum 36 inches (915 mm) clear width, located to one side of the elevator on the long side. The width of the elevator car is a minimum of 68 inches (1730 mm). The depth of the elevator car measured from the back wall to the elevator door is a minimum of 54 inches (1370 mm). The depth of the elevator car measured from the back wall to the control panel is a minimum of 51 inches (1291 mm).

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