Foot activated door opener

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1992-03-12

1993-03-16

Nicholson, Eric K.

Closure fasteners

Bolt releasers

Foot operated

2923363, 292DIG71, E05C 116

Patent

active

051938634

ABSTRACT:
A foot activated door opening device that can be readily retrofitted onto existing doors, especially doors of walk-in type refrigerators is provided. The device includes a lever system that can be readily adjusted to accommodate different size handles. When activated by a foot pedal, the lever system engages the handle which causes the door to open. In another aspect of the invention, a device that is particularly suited for opening a door equipped with a plunger mechanism is provided. The device is foot activated and uses a lever system to engage the plunger.

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