Apparatuses and methods for controlling self-propelled machines

Details Apparatuses and methods for controlling self-propelled machines Apparatuses and methods for controlling self-propelled machines

2007-11-13

2007-11-13

Kovacs, Arpad F (Department: 3671)

Harvesters

Motorized harvester

With selective control of drive means

Reexamination Certificate

active

11440257

ABSTRACT:
Apparatuses and methods are provided for controlling a self-propelled machine wherein the apparatuses and methods include a handle and a control device and can utilize first and second linking members. The control device is pivotably coupled to the handle, and includes a slidable control portion that is linearly translatable relative to the handle. The first linking member includes a first proximal section that is coupled to the control device, and a first distal section that is engagable with the machine. The first linking member is actuatable in response to pivoting of the control device. The second linking member includes a second proximal section coupled to the control device and a first distal section engagable with a transmission. The second linking member is actuatable in response to sliding of the slidable control portion. The control device can be pivoted between an ON state and an OFF state to implement operator presence control. The slidable control portion can be linearly translated to implement variable speed control.

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