Shower controls and fixtures

608.5+6 – Controls & Fixtures

608.5 Controls.
Controls, faucets, and shower spray units shall comply with 309.4.

608.5.1 Transfer Type Shower Compartments.
In transfer type shower compartments, the controls, faucets, and shower spray unit shall be installed on the side wall opposite the seat 965 mm (38″) minimum and 1220 mm (48″) maximum above the shower floor and shall be located on the control wall 380 mm (15″) maximum from the centerline of the seat toward the shower opening.

608.5.2 Standard Roll-In Type Shower Compartments.
In standard roll-in type shower compartments, the controls, faucets, and shower spray unit shall be located above the grab bar, but no higher than 1220 mm (48″) above the shower floor.  Where a seat is provided, the controls, faucets, and shower spray unit shall be installed on the back wall adjacent to the seat wall and shall be located 685 mm (27″) maximum from the seat wall.

608.5.3 Alternate Roll-In Type Shower Compartments.
In alternate roll-in type shower compartments, the controls, faucets, and shower spray unit shall be located above the grab bar, but no higher than 1220 mm (48″) above the shower floor.  Where a seat is provided, the controls, faucets, and shower spray unit shall be located on the side wall adjacent to the seat 685 mm (27″) maximum from the side wall behind the seat or shall be located on the back wall opposite the seat 380 mm (15″) maximum, left or right, of the centerline of the seat.  Where a seat is not provided, the controls, faucets, and shower spray unit shall be installed on the side wall farthest from the compartment entry.

608.6 Shower Spray Unit and Water.
A shower spray unit with a hose 1500 mm (59″) long minimum that can be used both as a fixed-position shower head and as a hand-held shower shall be provided.  The shower spray unit shall have an on/off control with a non-positive shut-off.  If an adjustable-height shower head on a vertical bar is used, the bar shall be installed so as not to obstruct the use of grab bars.  Shower spray units shall deliver water that is 120°F (49°C) maximum.