Vacuum cleaner with sliding latch
US9320397B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 10, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47L9/14
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A latch mounts in an opening on the lidcage of a conventional vacuum cleaner. A stationary piece has a hooked arm that locks against an edge on the lidcage, and can be clipped in place without other fasteners. It also has a hose fence that helps hold a stored hose. A movable piece has a tongue that slides within a channel on the stationary piece. When locked, the tongue engages the bead and a lock latches onto an edge, inhibiting the tongue from moving to the unlocked position. The lock is on an actuator tab that extends from the stationary piece and can be deflected by a user to release the lock. A spaced finger edge may be engaged by a user while pressing the actuator tab. A barb on the tongue engages the same edge that the lock latches onto, and resists removal of the tongue from the channel.
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