Gas spring quick release mechanism and method of use
US6491269B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 5, 2000 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47C3/30
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention is a height adjustable pedestal having a gas spring which is easily separated from a furniture component support. The height adjustable pedestal of the present invention can be used in chairs and table. The present invention also provides a method of releasing the tapered upper section of the gas spring from the socket in which it is retained. The method involves no impact forces. The pry lever can be used to apply a force directly on the top of the gas spring cylinder. The invention allows the gas spring to be released simply without the possibility of damage to the gas spring, or other chair component.
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