Title: Switch actuating device and method of assembling

Abstract: A switch actuating device adapted for conjoint rotation with a rotatable assembly of a prime mover. Means for mounting to the rotatable assembly so as to be conjointly rotatable therewith includes a pair of sets of opposite surfaces, and switch operating means conjointly rotatable with the mounting means is arranged for axial movement thereon between a pair of opposite positions. A pair of centrifugal weight members are responsive to the rotational speed of the device to effect the axial movement of the switch operating means between its opposite positions and include a pair of sets of means arranged for guiding engagement on the oppposite surface set pair upon the axial movement of the switch operating means between its opposite positions, respectively. A pair of springs are respectively biased between the centrifugal members. A method of assembling a switch actuating device is also disclosed.

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Inventors: Gray, Steven J. (DeKalb, IL, US)

Application Number: 972451
Filing Date: 1978-12-22
Publication_date: 1980-06-17
Assignee: General Electric Company (Fort Wayne, IN)
Primary Class(es): 200/329 29/622, 200/80R
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US Patent Ref:

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Primary Examiner: Marcus, Stephen
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Papin; Joseph E.