Patent ID: 6534735
Filing Date: 2003-03-18
Classification: H02B

Abstract:
In a power transfer arrangement for supplying power from a generator to the electrical system of a building, the power transfer arrangement having a power transfer switching mechanism adapted for interconnection with the building electrical system and including a cabinet having panel structure provided with various electrical components for transferring power to various load circuits, the improvement comprising:a transparent cover assembly movably mounted to the cabinet for selectively preventing and permitting access to the electrical components and the front panel while simultaneously allowing constant visual monitoring of the components of the panel structure, wherein the cover assembly includes a transparent front covered a hinge arrangement attached to the front cover and a support bracket joining the hinge arrangement with the panel structure, and wherein the front cover includes a front wall integrally formed with a pair of side walls, the side walls having rear edges engagable with the front panel, and exterior surfaces which are received inside interior surfaces of the side panels when the cover assembly is in the closed position.