Fences – Rail – Connection
Reexamination Certificate
2006-03-14
2006-03-14
Cottingham, John R. (Department: 2116)
Fences
Rail
Connection
Reexamination Certificate
active
07011297
ABSTRACT:
A hand rail assembly for assisting the ingress and egress of a recreational vehicle. The hand rail assembly has a banister and a support structure, one end of each pivotally attached to the exterior of a recreational vehicle adjacent to a door, and the other end of each pivotally connected to each other. The hand rail assembly may be retracted to a storage position and extended in an operating position. A release mechanism coupled to the support structure provides for movement of the hand rail assembly between the storage and operating positions. The release mechanism is controlled by a trigger member to allow for one-handed movement of the hand rail assembly between the storage and operating positions while keeping the operator's hand away from pinch points, thus eliminating chances of injury. A LED lighting system integral to the banister provides illumination of the banister and surrounding area for additional safety.
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Cottingham John R.
Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company
Kennedy Covington Lobdell & Hickman LLP
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