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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Sep. 19, 2006
Filed:
May. 12, 2005
Randy G. Cooper, Jackson, TN (US);
Mark A. Etter, Jackson, TN (US);
Greg K. Griffin, Humboldt, TN (US);
Ginger L. Allen, Jackson, TN (US);
Derrick Kilbourne, Jackson, TN (US);
Randy G. Cooper, Jackson, TN (US);
Mark A. Etter, Jackson, TN (US);
Greg K. Griffin, Humboldt, TN (US);
Ginger L. Allen, Jackson, TN (US);
Derrick Kilbourne, Jackson, TN (US);
Black & Decker Inc., Newark, DE (US);
Abstract
An apparatus for providing convenient control of a power tool electrical system. A switch assembly includes a first actuator and a second actuator, which is disposed remotely from the switch and first actuator. The second actuator is connected via a coupling device, such that user manipulation of either the first or second actuator is capable of controlling electricity flowing to the motor. Including a second actuator may permit the user to retain greater control over the tool when turning the power on or off. In additional exemplary aspects, a coupling device included in the switch assembly is configured and arranged so as to prevent inadvertent damage to the power tool such as by accidental engagement of a shaft lock while the motor is operating.