Fuel dispensing nozzle having single-handed hold open mechanism
US12017904B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 12, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D7/50
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fuel dispensing nozzle comprises a nozzle body defining a dispensing path extending between a distal inlet and a proximal outlet and configured to dispense fuel. A fuel flow valve is disposed in the nozzle body between the distal inlet and the proximal outlet. An actuation assembly movable to open the fuel flow valve is also provided. The nozzle also includes a shut-off mechanism operatively connected to the actuation assembly. A hand lever is pivotally connected with respect to the nozzle body, the hand lever being operatively connected to the actuation assembly so as to cause opening of the fuel flow valve when the hand lever is pivoted in a valve opening direction. The hand lever has a grasping portion extending between a proximal location nearer the proximal outlet and a distal location. The nozzle according to this aspect further includes a hold open mechanism including a trigger disposed at the proximal location of the hand lever. The trigger is pivotally connected to the hand lever and has an engaging element. A catch member is fixed with respect to the nozzle body and defines a plurality of catches corresponding to respective flow positions. The catches are each configure…
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