Traditional-opening dimmer switch having a multi-functional...

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2007-03-16

2010-11-23

Husar, Stephen F. (Department: 2885)

Illumination

With control console

C362S027000, C362S555000, C200S314000, C200S331000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07837344

ABSTRACT:
A load control device, for controlling the amount of power delivered to a electrical load from an AC power source, comprises a user interface adapted to be received in an opening of a traditional-style faceplate and providing a plurality of functionalities on a single control button. A transitory actuation of the control button controls the power delivered to the load. Pulling the control button away from the load control device actuates an air-gap switch to provide an air-gap break in the electrical connection between the source and the load. A linear array of status indicators is provided on a front surface of the control button and displays a visual representation of the amount of power being delivered to the load. A plurality of light pipes are provided inside the control button to conduct the light from a plurality of light-emitting diodes to the front surface of the control button.

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