Apparatus and method for packaging and assembling a flexible line trimmer
US5446964A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 22, 1993 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25F5/02
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A flexible line trimmer for shipping and storing in a knocked down version for reduced package sizes includes a single length of tube that is received within an extended neck portion of a motor housing. During final assembly, the tube is extended and locked into position without the need for tools.
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