Hold-open hinge mechanism for a molded plastic cover

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1990-01-02

1990-12-25

Marcus, Stephen

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220 38, 220335, 220337, 174 67, 16267, 16296, H02G 314

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049796348

ABSTRACT:
A hold-open hinge mechanism for a molded plastic rainproof cover for a circuit breaker is disclosed. The hinge mechanism comprises an integrally molded pivot pin on the cover member and a hinge member on the cover base which pivotally engages the pivot pin. When the cover member is opened to a given angle, projections on the cover member engage the surface upon which the cover is mounted to releasably retain the cover member in the open position.

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