Manual Doors

Manual doors in the context of elevators refer to doors that require manual operation by users to open and close. These doors are typically found in older or less modern elevator systems and have largely been replaced by automatic doors in modern installations due to their convenience and safety benefits.

Door Operation: :

In elevators with manual doors, passengers or building staff need to physically open and close the doors to enter or exit the elevator car. To open the doors, users typically need to slide or swing them manually.

Door Types:

Manual doors in elevators can come in different configurations, such as sliding doors or swing doors, depending on the elevator's design and manufacturer.

Controls

While the doors require manual operation, the elevator's movement between floors is usually controlled by automatic means. The elevator is equipped with controls, such as a Car Operating Panel (COP) inside the car and a Landing Operating Panel (LOP) outside on each floor, allowing users to select their desired floor and call the elevator to their location.

Safety Features

Manual doors in elevators still incorporate various safety features, such as door interlocks, safety edges, and limit switches, to ensure safe operation and prevent the doors from closing if an obstruction is detected.

Usage

As mentioned earlier, manual doors were more common in older buildings or in places with simpler elevator systems. However, they are less prevalent in modern elevator installations due to the convenience and accessibility benefits offered by automatic doors.