Patent ID: 6101732
Filing Date: 2000-08-15
Classification: B62D,E05F,E05Y

Abstract:
A fixture adapted to set a lid for an opening in an adjusted position such that when the lid is closed relative to the opening a gap of predetermined width will be established between a side edge of a rim portion of the lid and an adjacent side edge of the opening, said fixture comprising,a clamp body having a clamping surface,a clamp bar mounted on said body for movement toward and away from said clamping surface to clamp said rim portion of the lid against said clamping surface and thereby secure said fixture to the lid,means for moving said clamp bar toward and away from said clamping surface, anda blade mounted on said clamp bar and extending along said side edge of the lid in contact therewith when the fixture is secured to the lid, said blade being adapted to contact said side edge of the opening when said lid is closed.