Mechanism for locking a vent cover with a base

Details Mechanism for locking a vent cover with a base Mechanism for locking a vent cover with a base

2007-06-08

2010-06-08

Lugo, Carlos (Department: 3673)

Closure fasteners

Bolts

Hooked end

C292S095000, C292S108000, C292S194000, C292S200000, C292S210000, C292S304000

Reexamination Certificate

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07731249

ABSTRACT:
A vent assembly has a locking mechanism to retain its cover on its base. The locking mechanism includes a latch and linkage coupled with the latch to move the latch between a locked and an unlocked position. A post member extends from the cover to cooperate with the latch such that in a locked condition, the cover is locked with the base in a closed position. When the latch is moved to a second position, the cover is enabled to pivot away from the base to an open position.

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