Detachable accessory holder
US7159272B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 14, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jan 9, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47L9/0018
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention provides a holder for storing accessories on a wet/dry vacuum. The holder securely attaches to the vacuum and readily detaches therefrom. The detachable holder may be detached with the accessories. While an operator dumps debris out of the drum of the vacuum, detaching the holder prevents the accessories from being inadvertently spilled out of or discarded from the holder. The detachable accessory holder fully secures to a bracket attached to the vacuum. The secure attachment prevents the holder from falling off or tipping on the vacuum. To attach the holder to the bracket and vacuum, grooves on the holder are set on to an axle of the vacuum. As the holder is pivoted about the axle, tabs and a latch on the holder engage slots and a step on the bracket. To remove the holder, the operator presses on the latch and lifts the holder from the bracket and the appliance.
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