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Power actuator for the discharge chute of a snowblower

CA 1331024 C · Owner: Ridley, Hugh · Inventors: Ridley, Hugh

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There is disclosed a power actuator for a discharge chute of a snowblower. The actuator includes an electric motor, drive means connecting the motor to a spiral component which engages slots in the discharge chute. Electrical connections are provided for connecting the motor to a power source and switch means are provided for on-off operation. The power actuator is particularly suitable for retro-fits for existing snowblowers.

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  • Granted July 26, 1994. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended July 26, 2011.
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FiledAugust 31, 1988
GrantedJuly 26, 1994
Term endedJuly 26, 2011
Patent numberCA 1331024 C
Classification (IPC)E01H5/04

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19891992199519982001200420072010Application filedAug 31, 1988Patent grantedJuly 26, 1994Term endedJuly 26, 2011

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