Electricity: circuit makers and breakers – Combined with or actuated by connector coupling – Multiple circuit control – selective
Reexamination Certificate
2005-12-27
2005-12-27
Friedhofer, Michael A. (Department: 2832)
Electricity: circuit makers and breakers
Combined with or actuated by connector coupling
Multiple circuit control, selective
C200S051110, C200S051120, C324S508000, C324S509000, C324S555000, C324S556000, C340S650000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06979787
ABSTRACT:
A device for de-energizing an energized branch electrical circuit is described, as well as related processes. The device includes a circuit breaker, which itself includes a breaker switch, an input terminal for receiving current, and an output terminal for directing current out of the breaker. A plug is also incorporated into the device, so that the device can be inserted into an electrical receptacle in the branch electric circuit. One or more power indicators, such as an LED light or voltmeter, are also incorporated into the device. When the device is plugged into a receptacle of the branch circuit, the breaker switch can then be turned on, resulting in a short-circuit, which de-energizes the branch electrical circuit. The device may also include a holder, which is capable of retaining at least one electrical adapter.
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