Reversible Handleset Spindle Actuator And Related Method And Kit

摘要

A reversible handleset spindle actuator and related method and kit. The spindle actuator is configured to be installed in a handleset. A first thumb-operated lever receiver is positioned to be engaged by a thumb-operated lever connected to the exterior escutcheon of the handleset when the actuator is installed in the handleset configured for a right-handed position. A second thumb-operated lever receiver is positioned to be engaged by the thumb-operated lever when the actuator is installed in the handleset configured for a left-handed position. A spindle is provided for operating a latch mechanism and a rack and pinion mechanism is provided for rotating the spindle, from an initial position, in a first direction when the first thumb-operated lever receiver is moved longitudinally towards the spindle and rotating the spindle in a second direction when the second thumb-operated lever receiver is moved longitudinally towards the spindle.

主权项

1. A reversible handleset spindle actuator configured to be installed between an exterior escutcheon of a handleset and an interior escutcheon of the handleset, the reversible handleset spindle actuator comprising:
a first thumb-operated lever receiver positioned to be engaged by a thumb-operated lever connected to an exterior escutcheon of the handleset when the actuator is installed in the handleset configured for a right-handed position; a second thumb-operated lever receiver positioned to be engaged by the thumb-operated lever connected to the exterior escutcheon of the handleset when the actuator is installed in the handleset configured for a left-handed position; a spindle for operating a latch mechanism; a rack and pinion mechanism for:
rotating the spindle, from an initial position, in a first direction when the first thumb-operated lever receiver is moved longitudinally towards the spindle; androtating the spindle, from the initial position, in a second direction different from the first direction when the second thumb-operated lever receiver is moved longitudinally towards the spindle.