Abstract: A battery connector cover (10) having an insulative body (12) locked over a battery terminal (18) and a cable connector (16) for electrically insulating the battery terminal (18) and connector (16). The connector cover (10) is locked in a closed position at one end by a locking detent (24) and is secured at its opposite end to battery cables (14) via a cable lock (40). The cover includes an integral hinge (36) disposed between the two ends so as to provide easy access to the battery terminal (18) and connector (16).
Type:
Grant
Filed:
December 10, 1991
Date of Patent:
December 8, 1992
Assignee:
United Technologies Automotive Inc.
Inventors:
John H. Dewar, Thomas F. Rahrig, Steven F. Gawron