Wiring structure for interior units

Abstract

The present invention comprises several different embodiments of wiring systems for connecting terminal end portions of electrical wires. In accordance with a first embodiment, two terminal end portions of the wires are disposed adjacent to each other, one being fixed and one being movable, and an aperture is formed within a support panel to which the wires are secured. A pivotable lid or cover uncovers or closes the aperture so as to provide access to the terminal ends of the wires, and to close the aperture once connection of the wires has been achieved. In accordance with a second embodiment, the lid or cover is slidable upon the support panel and is connected to the movable wire such that upon slidable movement of the lid or cover, the movable wire is moved so as to connect with or be disconnected from the other wire. In accordance with a third embodiment, the lid or cover has short-circuiting wiring disposed thereon such that upon insertion of the lid or cover within the aperture of the support panel, the short-circuiting wiring and connectors of the lid or cover interconnect the two wires mounted upon the support panel. In accordance with a fourth embodiment, short-circuiting wiring and connectors are mounted upon a base, and the wires and connectors thereof are mounted upon the support panel. When the support panel is secured to the base by threaded fasteners, the connectors of the support panel wires are interconnected with the short-circuiting connectors and wires of the base.