Removable louver and tilt control

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2005-02-15

2005-02-15

Thompson, II, Hugh B. (Department: 3634)

Movable or removable closures

Closures interconnected for concurrent movement

Louver-type closures

C049S087100, C049S074100

Reexamination Certificate

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06854211

ABSTRACT:
A tilt control is adapted to rotate a louver between at least a partially open position and a partially closed position within a shutter frame. The tilt control comprises a stile adapted as a portion of the shutter frame and a gear rotatably retained within the stile. A rack slideably retained within the stile. The gear engages the rack so that linear movement of the rack causes a corresponding rotation of the gear. The louver removably connected to the gear so that rotation of the gear rotates the louver.

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