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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Sep. 20, 2005
Filed:
Dec. 11, 2003
Gerald B. Roberts, Monroe, MO (US);
Gerald B. Roberts, Monroe, MO (US);
Hubbell Incorporated, Orange, CT (US);
Abstract
A resistance assembly having a resistance member prevents accidental movement of a hookstick operated switching assembly. A switch assembly of the hookstick operated switching assembly is mounted on a base. The resistance member includes a lever connected to the switch assembly that moves the switch between opened and closed positions. A first end of a pin is connected to the lever. A resistance member is connected to a second end of the pin. The resistance member contacts the base when the lever rotates to move the switch assembly between open and closed positions, thereby preventing accidental opening and closing of the switch assembly.