Patent ID: 6346042
Filing Date: 2002-02-12
Classification: F24F

Abstract:
A combination attic hatch and return filter grill for allowing access to an attic and a return from inside a home without having to construct a separate opening comprising, in combination:a base member having a generally square configuration, the base member having an open upper end, an open lower end, and a surrounding side wall therebetween, the open lower end having an access door hingedly coupled thereto; and a cover member coupled with respect to the base member, the cover member having a generally square configuration, the cover member having a closed upper end, an open lower end, and a surrounding side wall therebetween, the open lower end of the cover member being hingedly coupled with the open upper end of the base member whereby in a closed orientation, the open lower end of the cover member receives the open upper end of the base member therein, the closed upper end having an annular collar secured thereto and extending upwardly therefrom, the annular collar having an open upper end for coupling with the return.