Check-actuated control mechanisms – Including part locked by detent and released by check
Reexamination Certificate
2003-06-24
2008-12-30
Shapiro, Jeffrey A (Department: 3653)
Check-actuated control mechanisms
Including part locked by detent and released by check
C194S232000, C194S260000, C194S282000, C194S344000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07469779
ABSTRACT:
A coin drop mechanism comprises a support member movably connected to a channel member. A contoured channel configured to receive at least one coin is formed on at least one of the members and defines a coin slot when the members are in contact with each other. The channel is configured to guide the at least one coin to a desired location aligned with an actuator opening on the members. The mechanism further comprises an actuator. The actuator comprises a actuation member configured to travel through the actuator opening, engage the at least one coin against a surface of the channel member, and displace the channel member relative to the support member causing a selected product to be dispensed from a product receptacle.
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Bobrick Washroom Equipment, Inc.
Christie Parker & Hale LLP
Shapiro Jeffrey A
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