Door handle extension and retaining device

摘要

A door handle locking device comprises an extension lever which may be integral with the handle or may be a separate lever detachable from the handle having a tubular portion which may be slid over the handle; the lever of the locking device having retaining means such that the handle can be locked in an upwardly pivoted position. The door handle may be of a multi point door lock the locking device retaining the handle in the lifted or raised position in which the multiple locking bolts are thrown. The retaining means may comprise a portion 30 of the lever which engages a clip 32 mounted on the door frame or first locking means 36 on the extended portion of the lever 24 may engage a second locking means 38 on the door frame which may be key operated. The extended lever also provides an aid for elderly, children, or physically impaired persons.