Locks – Special application – For closures
Patent
1977-11-21
1979-03-27
Foss, J. Franklin
Locks
Special application
For closures
292 92, 292DIG66, 292DIG65, E05F 1520, E05C 1900
Patent
active
041459008
ABSTRACT:
A surface mounted rim type lock set assembly for use on fire doors wherein a latch bolt is adapted for release by operation of a cross-bar on one side of the door and for release independently by manual operation of a lever-type handle on the other side, the assembly including a locking slide which is held out of engagement with the handle hub by heat responsive means adapted to release the slide when a portion of said means is melted. Normal locking and unlocking of the handle is effected by a key in a cylinder lock.
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Foss J. Franklin
Walter Kidde & Company, Inc.
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