Lock device and system

Abstract

A lock device (22) for installation in an access member (12), the lock device comprising a lock case (28); a forend (30); an adjustment screw (40, 42) passing through the forend and threadingly engaging the lock case, the adjustment screw being manipulatable between an adjustment position (66) where the forend is allowed to move relative to the lock case and where the adjustment screw prevents removal of the forend from the lock case, and a secured position (48) where the forend is secured to the lock case by the adjustment screw; and at least one locking element (44a, 44b, 46a, 46b) allowing the adjustment screw to be adjusted between the adjustment position and the secured position, and preventing the adjustment screw from being removed from the lock case. A system (10) comprising a lock device (22) and an access member (12) is also provided.

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