Split wireform bail
US6745548B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 14, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jun 8, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 14, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D51/001
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A control apparatus for an implement such as a snow thrower, the control apparatus comprising a handle having at least two substantially upright portions and a cross portion extending between the upright portions. A first bail is pivotally connected to both upright portions of the handle to pivot about a first axis. A second bail is also pivotally connected to both upright portions of the handle to pivot about a second axis that is not co-linear with the first axis. The first and second bails are both separately movable between an engaged condition and a disengaged condition. Both the first and second bails are independently operable from one another, and move in the same direction with respect to the handle when moving from the disengaged condition to the engaged condition. The first bail may control a first mechanism, and the second bail may control a second mechanism.
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