ASI 0198-MH-1 SAFE-Dri Recessed High-Speed Hand Dryer
The ASI 0198-MH-1 is the 115–120V version of the recessed SAFE-Dri high-speed hand dryer, designed by the manufacturer for behavioral-health environments. Its angled top, welded corners, and single-tube exhaust are designed to prevent looping, tying off, wedging, and prying. The tamper-resistant 18-gauge Type 304 stainless steel satin-finish cover is secured with flush pin-hex security screws.
Specifications and operation
- Recessed cabinet dimensions: 12-5/8 in. W × 15-3/4 in. H × 5-1/4 in. D.
- Airflow: 60 CFM. Manufacturer-listed drying time: less than 15 seconds.
- Place hands under the sensor to start the dryer. The sensor-array LED shines blue during operation to guide hand placement; the dryer shuts off after a 60-second timeout when hands leave the sensor zone.
- Manufacturer-listed warranty: five years from invoice date.
- Model 0198-MH-2 is the separate 208–240V option; this page is for model 0198-MH-1.
Recessed installation
Allow a minimum rough wall opening of 12-1/4 in. W × 15-3/16 in. H × 5-1/4 in. D and provide a clear air-intake channel above the unit; the channel and suitable wall mounting hardware are by others. Electrical service and connection are also by others and must be provided at the rough-in location before the cover is installed. When installing multiple dryers, leave at least 24 in. center-to-center.
For the manufacturer's accessibility guidance, install with the top of the dryer hand chamber no higher than 48 in. above finished floor (AFF) when clear-floor reach is provided; 46 in. AFF when side reach over an obstruction with a reach depth greater than 10 in. and less than 25 in. is the only reach; or 44 in. AFF when forward reach over an obstruction with a reach depth greater than 20 in. and less than 25 in. is the only reach. For general utility, the manufacturer gives a 44–50 in. AFF range. Check applicable local requirements when setting the installation height.
