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Appliance storage apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-06-08
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Granted: 1974-06-04
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Expires: 1992-06-08
Abstract
Abstract An appliance storage apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a frame which supports two opposing side walls. Arched track members are mounted in parallel relationship on the interior opposing side walls. A round projection, connected to the appliance to be stored, has its opposite ends in registry with the opposing arched tracks. The round projection is movable from an open front position of an enclosure, defined by the side walls, to a rear position in the enclosure along the opposing track members. The appliance is movable pivotally about the round projection from a horizontal position within the enclosure to a vertical, operating position when the round projection is at a front position on the arched tracks. The appliance is stored within the enclosure by pivoting it to a horizontal position on the round projection and sliding the round projection to the rear position on the tracks. A support member on the appliance retains the appliance in a horizontal position when within the enclosure.
Inventors
- 👤 E Staifer
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 15:22
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47B; A47B77/00; A47B77/04; A47B77/10; A47B77/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
182 words
An appliance storage apparatus comprisIng an enclosure having opposing side walls, opposing closed arched tracks connected to said side walls, said tracks extending in generally horizontal direction and curving upwardly from opposite ends to a peak at the center of said tracks, a captive projection roller in registry with each of said tracks for pivotally carrying said appliance from a horizontal storage position within said enclosure to a vertical operating position outside of said enclosure, said projection roller providing a sole means of vertical support for said appliance when outside of said enclosure, and stop means on said enclosure for retaining the appliance against rearward pivotal movement when the appliance is in its operating position outside of said enclosure and support means on said appliance for retaining the appliance in its said storage position, said support means comprising at least one arched flange complementary with said arched tracks, said arched flange being in registry with said arched track when said appliance is in said horizontal storage position, whereby said appliance is held in a static captive relationship when in such storage position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
182 words
An appliance storage apparatus comprisIng an enclosure having opposing side walls, opposing closed arched tracks connected to said side walls, said tracks extending in generally horizontal direction and curving upwardly from opposite ends to a peak at the center of said tracks, a captive projection roller in registry with each of said tracks for pivotally carrying said appliance from a horizontal storage position within said enclosure to a vertical operating position outside of said enclosure, said projection roller providing a sole means of vertical support for said appliance when outside of said enclosure, and stop means on said enclosure for retaining the appliance against rearward pivotal movement when the appliance is in its operating position outside of said enclosure and support means on said appliance for retaining the appliance in its said storage position, said support means comprising at least one arched flange complementary with said arched tracks, said arched flange being in registry with said arched track when said appliance is in said horizontal storage position, whereby said appliance is held in a static captive relationship when in such storage position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
32 words
An appliance stoage apparatus according to claim 1 wherein said enclosure means comprises a frame and walls connected to said frame for receiving the appliance in said first approximate hprizontal stored position.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
31 words
An appliance storage apparatus according to claim 1 wherein said projection means comprises a cylinderical projection attached to the appliance and having opposite ends in sliding registry with said track means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
50 words
An appliance storage apparatus according to claim 1 wherein said track means comprises a generally horizontal arched frame defining an arched guide groove along at least one of said side walls, the end points of said track lying at a point lower than the mid point of said arched track.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-06-03 | 1977-12-03 | 1978-06-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-06-03 | 1981-12-03 | 1982-06-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-06-03 | 1985-12-03 | 1986-06-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |