Abstract: A latch assembly is provided having a deadbolt rod assembly, and a first lock actuating means for moving the latch assembly between an unlocked position, wherein the deadbolt rod assembly is in a retracted position and a locked position, wherein the deadbolt rod assembly is in an extended position. The latch assembly further includes a second lock actuating means for moving the latch assembly between the unlocked position, the locked position, and a lockout position wherein the deadbolt rod assembly is extended but cannot be retracted by the first lock actuating means.

Abstract: A gallery retainer is provided having a axial bore through which is fitted a bushing. The bushing has radial slots which interface with a detent mechanism formed in an angular bore drilled through the axial bore wall from a rear face of the retainer. A rotation limiting mechanism is formed near the front face of the retainer in the bore. The retainer provides for maximization of material thickness at the retainer critical load bearing areas while reducing the overall material volume.