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Apparatus and method for packaging and assembling a flexible line trimmer

US5446964A · kind A · utility

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18Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 22, 1993
Grant dateSep 5, 1995
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Expiry dateJul 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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