Locking outlet cover and method of use

Details Locking outlet cover and method of use Locking outlet cover and method of use

2008-03-04

2008-03-04

Paumen, Gary F. (Department: 2833)

Electrical connectors

With coupling movement-actuating means or retaining means in...

Retaining means

Reexamination Certificate

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11258709

ABSTRACT:
The locking outlet cover is designed to protect electrical outlets from children. It includes an plate that attaches to a regular electrical receptacle. The plate then comprises a slide channel that is located above and below each outlet opening. On the slide channel is a round housing that is divided into two sliding cover halves. These two sliding cover halves extend outward from the outlet and slide along the slide channels to open and close. By moving the two sliding cover halves to an open position, an electrical plug can be inserted. Then the two sliding cover halves are moved to a closed position around the electrical cord. The two sliding cover halves have a threaded hole which allows the two sliding cover halves to be locked into place when in the closed position by inserting a screw into the threaded hole.

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