Patent ID: 6217087
Filing Date: 2001-04-17
Classification: E05B,E05C,Y10S,Y10T

Abstract:
A method of retracting and releasing a self locking latch bolt which is biased in an extended position from an enclosure cover housing a cylindrical lock, comprising:rotating a handle to release a lockout member within the enclosure cover, retract the self locking latch bolt to a retracted position within the enclosure cover, and extend at least one retainer from the enclosure cover; andreleasing the self locking latch bolt to the extended position and pivoting the lockout member within the enclosure cover to secure the self locking latch bolt in the extended position in response to a force applied to the at least one retainer;wherein a locking plate engages the handle, a latch plate is slidably connected to the locking plate, and the lockout member pivots in response to linear movement of the locking plate.