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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 30, 2004
Filed:
Jul. 09, 2002
Richard P. Rosa, Sackville Cresent, CA;
Sean D. Wilkinson, Brockville, CA;
Black & Decker Inc., Newark, DE (US);
Abstract
A power cord retaining device for a portable AC powered tool. A retaining member holds the power cord plug engaged with a mating AC power jack in the housing of the power tool. The retaining member moves within the housing of the power tool from an open position to a closed position. In one embodiment the retaining member slides within the housing of the power tool. In an alternative embodiment the retaining member rotates within the housing of the power tool. In the closed position the power cord plug is held in place engaged with the mating power jack in the housing of the power tool. In an alternative embodiment the retaining member comprises a curved portion and one or more boss portions that facilitate the retention of different sized power cord plug heads.