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Fontana FS-354AQ-DP Antique Commercial Automatic Sensor Faucet: ADA and Accessible Installation Coordination

This ADA and accessible-installation coordination resource supports architects, plumbing engineers, accessibility consultants, specifiers, contractors and installers coordinating the Fontana FS-354AQ-DP commercial automatic sensor faucet within accessible lavatory layouts. The drawing identifies clear floor space, knee clearance, forward reach, operable-parts height, faucet and basin relationships, backsplash clearance, countertop thickness, sensor positioning, splash-control considerations and below-counter service access required for coordinated accessible installation planning.

FS-354AQ-DP Accessible Lavatory Coordination

The FS-354AQ-DP is a touch-free deck-mounted sensor faucet intended to be coordinated with the accessible lavatory, countertop and approach area as a complete installation. The supplied drawing illustrates wheelchair approach, clear-floor-space requirements, knee-clearance dimensions, forward-reach limits and the relationship between the faucet, sensor, basin and below-counter control components.

  • Model: FS-354AQ-DP
  • Fixture type: Commercial automatic sensor faucet
  • Operation: Touch-free infrared activation
  • Installation: Deck mounted
  • Spout reach shown: 121 mm (4.76 in)
  • Faucet height shown: 235 mm (9.25 in)
  • Maximum deck thickness: 38 mm (1.50 in)
  • Minimum clear floor space: 760 mm × 1220 mm (30 × 48 in)
  • Minimum knee-clearance height: 686 mm (27 in)
  • Minimum knee-clearance depth shown: 234 mm (9.21 in)
  • Maximum forward reach shown: 1220 mm (48 in)
  • Maximum operable-parts height shown: 1220 mm (48 in)
  • Counter front edge to spout outlet: Minimum 152 mm (6 in)
  • Backsplash clearance: Minimum 51 mm (2 in)
  • Minimum service-access clearance: 250 mm (9.84 in)
Product Page Installation Guide

Required ADA & Accessible Installation Drawing Package

The accessible-installation drawing should coordinate the faucet, countertop, basin, wheelchair approach and under-counter plumbing as a unified layout. Clear floor space, knee clearance, forward reach and operable-parts criteria should be established relative to the completed floor and countertop. The sensor should remain reliably accessible within the user's approach zone, while the below-counter solenoid, control box and plumbing components should be located so required knee space is not unnecessarily obstructed.

ADA & Accessible Installation Coordination

Shows the complete accessible installation relationship between the FS-354AQ-DP faucet, lavatory, countertop, wheelchair approach, clear floor space, knee clearance, forward reach, operable parts and below-counter equipment.

Clear Floor Space

The supplied drawing identifies a minimum clear floor space of 760 mm (30 in) wide by 1220 mm (48 in) deep at the accessible lavatory approach. Maintain this area clear of permanent obstructions.

Knee-Clearance Height

The front and side elevation identifies a minimum 686 mm (27 in) knee-clearance height below the accessible lavatory. Coordinate the basin, drain, supply piping and control equipment so this space is preserved.

Knee-Clearance Depth

The drawing identifies approximately 234 mm (9.21 in) minimum knee-clearance depth within the illustrated installation. Plumbing and electronic components should be positioned to avoid unnecessary encroachment into the required user space.

Forward Reach

The accessibility diagram identifies a maximum forward reach of 1220 mm (48 in). The faucet's touch-free operation should be coordinated so the intended user can activate the sensor within the established approach and reach conditions.

Touch-Free Operable Parts

The faucet is activated through infrared sensing rather than a manual handle. The supplied drawing notes that no tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist is required for normal faucet activation.

Sensor Position & Reach

Coordinate the sensor location with the accessible approach so users can reliably enter the detection field without excessive forward reach. Sensor performance should be verified after final installation.

Faucet & Countertop Geometry

The drawing identifies a 121 mm (4.76 in) spout reach, 235 mm (9.25 in) faucet height and maximum 38 mm (1.50 in) deck thickness. These dimensions should be coordinated with the selected lavatory and countertop assembly.

Splash-Control Zone

The basin should be coordinated so the faucet's water-stream landing point remains within the bowl. Proper stream placement helps reduce splash onto the user, floor and surrounding countertop.

Engineering note: Accessible fixture compliance depends on the complete installed lavatory assembly and surrounding approach—not the faucet alone. Verify clear floor space, knee and toe space, reach conditions, counter height, basin geometry, exposed plumbing protection, sensor activation and locally adopted accessibility requirements for the completed project installation.

Accessible Installation Coordination Considerations

Wheelchair Approach

Provide the required accessible approach and maintain the clear floor area in front of the lavatory so a wheelchair user can position appropriately for touch-free faucet use.

Knee Space

Coordinate the basin, trap, supply lines, solenoid valve and control box so required knee clearance remains available beneath the accessible countertop.

Sensor Activation

Position and commission the infrared sensor so the user's hands can enter the activation field from the intended accessible approach without excessive reach.

Backsplash Clearance

The supplied drawing identifies a minimum 51 mm (2 in) backsplash-to-faucet clearance. Maintain adequate space for hand access, cleaning and sensor performance.

Under-Counter Equipment

Locate the solenoid valve, control box, wiring and associated connections outside critical user-clearance areas wherever practical while retaining maintenance access.

Service Access

Provide at least the indicated 250 mm (9.84 in) frontal service access to faucet-control components without compromising the required accessible approach and knee-clearance geometry.

Accessibility Planning Criteria

Clear Floor Space The supplied coordination drawing identifies an accessible floor-space reference of at least 760 mm × 1220 mm (30 × 48 in) at the lavatory. Knee & Toe Clearance Coordinate the lavatory bowl, drain and under-counter components so the required user-clearance envelope remains available below the fixture. Forward Reach The drawing uses a 1220 mm (48 in) maximum forward reach reference when coordinating the accessible user approach to the faucet. Touch-Free Operable Parts Automatic infrared activation eliminates a manual faucet handle and does not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting for normal water activation. FS-354AQ-DP Product Page Manufacturer product resource for the Fontana antique commercial automatic sensor faucet and associated technical documentation. Installation Documentation Reference the faucet installation documentation when coordinating mounting, plumbing, sensor components, control equipment and below-counter service access.

ADA Installation Coordination Checklist

  • Clear Floor Space Provide the required accessible floor space at the lavatory approach. The supplied drawing illustrates 760 mm (30 in) minimum width by 1220 mm (48 in) minimum depth.
  • Knee Clearance The supplied drawing identifies approximately 686 mm (27 in) minimum knee-clearance height and 234 mm (9.21 in) minimum illustrated depth.
  • Operable Parts The coordination drawing uses a maximum 1220 mm (48 in) operable-parts height reference and notes that touch-free operation requires no tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist.
  • Forward Reach The supplied accessibility detail illustrates a maximum 1220 mm (48 in) forward-reach reference for the faucet-user approach.
  • Touch-Free Operation The sensor faucet is automatically activated by user presence rather than a manually operated handle. Confirm reliable detection from the accessible user position.
  • Water-Stream Landing Coordinate the spout and basin so water lands well inside the bowl and minimizes splash outside the lavatory during normal use.
  • Sensor Commissioning Verify the sensor range and activation response after the final countertop, basin and surrounding finishes have been installed.
  • Applicable Accessibility References The supplied drawing references ADA Standards 2010 Sections 606.2, 606.3 and 606.4, ICC A117.1-2017 Section 606, TAS 201 / ANSI A117.1 and applicable local accessibility requirements.

Project verification: The ADA and accessible-installation coordination drawing is a planning resource and does not by itself establish project compliance. Before installation, verify the complete lavatory assembly, 760 mm × 1220 mm (30 × 48 in) clear floor-space requirement, 686 mm (27 in) knee-clearance height, required knee and toe clearances, applicable reach limits, countertop height and thickness, 121 mm (4.76 in) spout reach shown, faucet-to-counter-edge relationship, 51 mm (2 in) backsplash clearance, sensor location, water-stream landing zone, exposed plumbing protection and 250 mm (9.84 in) service access against the project drawings, locally adopted accessibility standards and final field conditions.