Abstract

A locking device for a standard toggle light switch is disclosed. The locking device has a partial rectangular cuboid member, a planar torque arm member, a planar locking member, and a locking tab with a notch. The planar locking member inserts into an interstice at the base of the rotary hub of a standard toggle light switch. The locking tab fits into another interstice along the side of the rotary hub and engages with the toggle housing, locking itself in place.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 21/06 - CasesCovers interlocked with operating mechanism
• H01H 21/22 - Operating parts, e.g. handle

Abstract

A method of applying a switch locking device to a wall switch to prevent actuation of the wall switch. The wall switch has an actuator member extending through a toggle frame in a switch plate. With the switch in the desired on or off position, the snap-on locking device will be placed in the gap between the actuator member and the toggle frame. Operation of the switch is prevented by the arm of body that goes between the actuator member and the toggle frame surface.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 21/30 - Operating parts, e.g. handle not biased to return to original position upon removal of operating force

Goods & Services

Lockout devices for use with electrical switches