IPC분류정보
국가/구분 |
United States(US) Patent
등록
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국제특허분류(IPC7판) |
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출원번호 |
US-0106433
(2002-03-26)
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발명자
/ 주소 |
- Sodemann, Wesley C.
- DeGroot, Stacy Paul
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출원인 / 주소 |
- Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC
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대리인 / 주소 |
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
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인용정보 |
피인용 횟수 :
45 인용 특허 :
14 |
초록
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A generator embodying the invention comprises a removable fuel tank that is easily accessible, and may be easily removed from the generator. The generator includes a frame that supports an engine and the fuel tank. The fuel tank is removably interconnected to the frame with at least one quick releas
A generator embodying the invention comprises a removable fuel tank that is easily accessible, and may be easily removed from the generator. The generator includes a frame that supports an engine and the fuel tank. The fuel tank is removably interconnected to the frame with at least one quick release fastener. The quick release fastener may include a bolt, a pivoting tab, a clamp, or other similar quick release fasteners. Preferably, the quick release fastener may be engaged by hand, and does not require additional tooling. A fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine includes a quick disconnect attachment that prevents fuel flow and easily detaches the fuel tank from the engine. The fuel tank may be removed from the frame, taken to a gasoline station for refilling, and reattached to the generator for operation.
대표청구항
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1. A generator comprising a frame having a retaining surface; an engine supported by the frame; a fuel tank removably interconnected to the frame, the fuel tank comprising: a first face and a second face disposed opposite one another;a wall extending between the first face and second face;a
1. A generator comprising a frame having a retaining surface; an engine supported by the frame; a fuel tank removably interconnected to the frame, the fuel tank comprising: a first face and a second face disposed opposite one another;a wall extending between the first face and second face;a clamping portion adjacent the wall; and at least one quick release fastener that retains the fuel tank to the frame, and holds the retaining surface and the clamping portion from substantially moving with respect to each other. 2. The generator of claim 1, wherein the wall includes a first and second end wall disposed opposite one another, and a first and second side wall disposed opposite one another and adjacent the end walls, and the clamping portion is adjacent at least one of the first and second side walls.3. The generator of claim 1, further comprising at least one recess disposed in the wall, wherein the clamping portion is at least partially disposed within the recess.4. The generator of claim 1, further comprising: a handle that projects outwardly from the fuel tank. 5. The generator of claim 1, wherein the wall includes a ridge extending from the wall.6. The generator of claim 1, wherein the at least one quick release fastener includes a hand-tightened bolt having a threaded end that threadedly engages the frame, and a head end having a handle thereon.7. The generator of claim 6, wherein the bolt includes a disc-shaped flange that projects radially outward from the bolt adjacent the threaded end.8. The generator of claim 7, wherein the flange contacts said clamping portion.9. The generator of claim 1, further comprising at least one recess disposed in the wall, wherein the clamping portion is at least partially disposed within the recess, and the clamping portion includes an aperture.10. The generator of claim 9, wherein the at least one quick release fastener includes a bolt that extends through the aperture to retain the fuel tank to the frame.11. The generator of claim 1, wherein the at least one quick release fastener includes a clamp that applies pressure on the clamping portion to retain the fuel tank to the frame.12. The generator of claim 11, wherein the clamp is substantially C-shaped.13. The generator of claim 1, wherein the at least one quick release fastener includes a tab pivotally connected to the frame adjacent the retaining surface.14. The generator of claim 13, wherein the clamping portion has an elongated slot that engages the tab.15. The generator of claim 14, wherein the tab is pivotable between a disengaged position in which the tab is aligned with the slot, and an engaged position in which the tab is rotated approximately 90 degrees with respect to the slot to prevent the tab from sliding through the slot, and wherein the fuel tank is retained to the frame when the tab is in the engaged position.16. The generator of claim 1, wherein the first face includes a fuel opening, and a removable fuel cap that encloses the fuel opening.17. The generator of claim 16, wherein the fuel cap is vented.18. The generator of claim 1, further comprising a fuel line that extends from the fuel tank to the engine to provide fuel for the engine, and includes a shut-off valve interconnected to selectively prevent fuel flow through the fuel line.19. The generator of claim 18, wherein the fuel line includes a quick disconnect that permits the fuel tank to be readily connected and disconnected from the generator.
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