.~.~ Plural or laterally adjustable connections {7}
457
.~.~.~ Auxiliary safety connection
DEFINITION
Classification: 280/457
(under subclass 456.1) Devices wherein there is provided in addition to the primary draft connection between the vehicles an additional connection which transmits the draft in case of failure of the primary draft connection, but serves no function nor transmits any draft when the primary connection is intact.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
433, for safety devices used in connection with semitrailer type articulated vehicles. However, safety couplings to prevent separation of a semitrailer upon failure of the primary coupling have been cross-referenced here.
