Vacuum actuated control mechanism

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1997-12-19

1999-06-15

Will, Thomas B.

Harvesters

Motorized harvester

Having motor on ground-supported carrier

56 171, 56 111, 56 109, 91454, 91462, A01D 3403

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059116722

ABSTRACT:
A riding lawn mower is provided that has an engine, a device that requires control and a vacuum actuated control mechanism for controlling the device. The vacuum actuated control mechanism includes a vacuum actuator having first and second chambers separated by a movable membrane, first connecting means for operatively connecting the vacuum actuator to the device, vacuum means for providing a vacuum to the vacuum actuator, activating means for selectively activating the vacuum actuator and securing means for securing the vacuum actuator in place. The securing means also secures the device in place.

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