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Automatic fuel dispenser actuator

US5110010A · kind A · utility

19Cited by
7References
15Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateSep 21, 1990
Grant dateMay 5, 1992
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Expiry dateSep 21, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB67D7/42
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An improved fuel dispenser actuator includes a flap in a nozzle support such that the nozzle engages the flap when the nozzle is put into the dispenser housing and not in use. The resulting movement of the flap moves a magnet on the flap out of proximity to a reed switch, thereby opening a circuit and disabling the dispensing of fuel.

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