摘要 |
A gate operator and latch mechanism is disclosed in which a refuse container (10) is provided with a gate (12) which is pivotally attached to the refuse container (10) and which normally closes an opening through which refuse is discharged from the refuse container (10). A pivotal latch (54) secures the gate (12) in closed position. A reciprocally operable fluid motor (18) is attached to the refuse container (10) and to a pivotal lever (30) which is attached to the gate (12). An arm (38) is pivotally attached to the lever (30) and to a link (44) which is pivotally attached to the latch (54). Operation of the fluid motor (18) operates the lever (30) and the arm (38) and the link (44) and the latch (54) for operating the latch (54) and for pivotally moving the gate (12). |