Web retractor with release lever and tightening handle
US6017173A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 13, 1997 |
| Grant date | Jan 25, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60P7/083
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A web retractor including a spring biased spool upon which is mounted a web. The distal end of the web includes a connector to releasably engage a watercraft to hold the watercraft atop a boat trailer. A release lever is connected to the retractor pawl allowing the spool to rotate and web to be extended. A crank is attached to the spool axle and when engaged rotates the axle to tighten the web. The crank is normally positioned in an unengaged position allowing the spool to rotate without crank movement.
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