Apparatus to assist in removing an electrical plug from a...

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2006-02-07

2009-12-01

Gushi, Ross N (Department: 2833)

Electrical connectors

Including handle or distinct manipulating means

Coupling part

C439S160000, C439S923000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07625230

ABSTRACT:
A strap (110, 210, 410) connected from one lateral side to the opposing lateral side of a non-conductive plate (120, 220, 420) disposed on the prongs (443, 444, 445) of an electrical plug440to permit easy removal of the electrical plug440from a socket for elderly or infirm individuals by applying force to the strap (110, 210, 410). The non-conductive plate120has preformed openings (123, 124, 125), which can each include a portion that is incurvate with respect to the opening for insertion of the electrical prongs therethrough. A slidable body (101-104; 201-204; 401-404) may be utilized with the strap (110, 210, 410) to retain the strap at a desired location on a power cord430or provide support for a power cord430. A slidable body (101-104; 201-204; 305-306; 401-404) may be colored to aid in identifying a power cord430or appliance connected thereto.

REFERENCES:
patent: 1749623 (1930-03-01), Zinman
patent: 5454731 (1995-10-01), Dickie
patent: 5516305 (1996-05-01), Haluska

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