Metal working – Method of mechanical manufacture – Electrical device making
Reexamination Certificate
2008-07-08
2008-07-08
Arbes, C. J (Department: 3729)
Metal working
Method of mechanical manufacture
Electrical device making
C029S842000, C029S857000, C029S876000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07395598
ABSTRACT:
A method for installing an electrical fixture such as a power switch or power receptacle. The method may include the steps of selecting an assembly comprising an a face plate, an electrical fixture, and at least one anchor, connecting a conductor to the electrical fixture, and securing the assemble to a connection box exclusively by directly manipulating the face plate. A connection box may include at least one receiver configured to substantially instantaneously engage the at least one anchor when inserted therewithin to a selected depth. Direct manipulation of the face plate may cause the at least one anchor to be inserted within at least one receiver.
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Arbes C. J
Cheetah USA Corp.
Pate & Pierce & Baird
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