Interlock mechanism for range section slave valve
US5216931A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 23, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jun 8, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 23, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20085
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fluid pressure actuated auxiliary transmission section (14) shift control system (230)/method is provided which includes control members (246, 328) to prevent auxiliary section synchronized clutch (92, 128) damage if the main transmission section (12) is engaged during an auxiliary section shift. A range interlock assembly (258) is provided which will release the range slave valve (238) as the main transmission section is shifted toward the neutral position thereof.
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