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Modular switch housing for an electric motor

US4517481A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 2, 1983
Grant dateMay 14, 1985
Priority date
Expiry dateJun 2, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02K17/30
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The invention pertains to an electric fan wherein the fan motor casing is enclosed at its rear end by a dome. The power cord, switch and motor capacitor are mounted upon the dome, and the electrical conductors associated therewith are connected to the motor components through a separable connector permitting the switch, capacitor and power cord to be quickly removed from the motor casing facilitating repair, maintenance and replacement of these components.

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