Patents Assigned to Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC
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Publication number: 20080251603Abstract: A nozzle for use with a pressurized fluid delivery apparatus having an output device for discharging pressurized fluid includes a body portion configured to be coupled to the output device, an orifice supported by the body portion and through which the pressurized fluid is dischargeable, and a tactile indicator coupled to the body portion and configured to provide tactile feedback to a user to indicate a discharge characteristic of the nozzle.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 19, 2008Publication date: October 16, 2008Applicant: BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLCInventor: Daniel D. Monty
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Patent number: 7104847Abstract: A system for providing electric power and a method of controlling the same. The system includes a local power source, a non-neutral-bonded connector electrically connected to the local power source, a neutral-bonded connector, and a conductor. The system also includes a first connector that provides an electrical connection between the non-neutral-bonded connector and the neutral-bonded connector in a first configuration of the system, and a second connector that provides an electrical connection between the non-neutral-bonded connector and the conductor in a second configuration of the system.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 2004Date of Patent: September 12, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Wesley C. Sodemann, Kenny J. Stair, Philip Gull
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Patent number: 7083120Abstract: A pressurized fluid delivery apparatus such as a pressure washer or sprayer including a pump adapted to provide a pressurized fluid, a conduct fluidly connected with the pump to receive the pressurized fluid from the pump, a fluid accessory fluidly connected with the conduit to receive the pressurized fluid from the conduit, and a quick-disconnect assembly selectively fluidly connecting the fluid accessory and the conduit. The quick-disconnect assembly includes a male fitting coupled to one of the fluid accessory and the conduit. The male fitting includes a male component and a first non-circular surface. The quick-disconnect assembly also includes a female fitting coupled to the other of the fluid accessory and the conduit. The female fitting includes a female component having an opening for receiving the male component and a second non-circuit surface coupled to the first non-circular surface to prevent rotation between the male fitting and the female fitting.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2003Date of Patent: August 1, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Richard J. Gilpatrick, Barry Fay
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Patent number: 7057108Abstract: A cord for use with duplex receptacles that have first and second receptacles. The cord includes first and second sets of prongs insertable into the duplex receptacles to receive independent low-voltage electrical signals, and first and second receptacles connected in circuit to the first and second sets of prongs to deliver the independent low-voltage signals.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2005Date of Patent: June 6, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Wesley C. Sodemann, Philip Gull, Kenny J. Stair, Dave Flegel
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Patent number: 7053497Abstract: A load monitoring apparatus for monitoring the load applied to a portable generator. The apparatus includes a sensor, and a humanly perceptible indicator that indicates at least one discontinuous load power frequency.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2004Date of Patent: May 30, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Wesley C. Sodemann, Kenny J. Stair, Russell C. Nordman, Paul A. Tharman
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Patent number: 7015599Abstract: A backup power management system connectable to a primary power source and a secondary power source, and a method of operating the same. The system includes a transfer switch connectable to the primary and secondary power sources, and a plurality of circuit branches connected to the transfer switch. The circuit branches include first and second remotely operated branches having first and second managed circuit breakers, respectively. The system further includes a controller connected to the first and second managed circuit breakers. The controller controls the managed circuit breakers, thereby controlling the current through the first and second managed circuit branches.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2003Date of Patent: March 21, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Philip Gull, Wesley C. Sodemann
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Patent number: 7015404Abstract: An apparatus that connects generator power, from a generator to a hard-wired load, the load being connected in circuit to a load power switch that switches power to the load. The apparatus includes a connection box, an input connector, and a two-position switch adapted to being connected in circuit with the generator and with a utility source.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2004Date of Patent: March 21, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Wesley A. Sodemann, Kenny J. Stair, Billy Brandenburg, Peter J. Nushart
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Patent number: 6998725Abstract: A generator positionable on a support surface and including a frame, an internal combustion engine coupled to the frame, an electrical energy source, a fuel tank, and an output unit. The one-piece mounting member is coupled to the frame and has mounting arms that each provide a frame mount, an engine mount, and a source mount. The internal combustion engine is coupled to the mounting member and includes an output shaft that extends through a central portion and that is substantially normal to the support surface during generator operation. The electrical energy source has a rotor coupled to the output shaft for rotation therewith, and a stator coupled to the mounting member. The fuel supply supplies fuel to the engine, and the output unit communicates with at least one of the engine and the energy source.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2005Date of Patent: February 14, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Billy Brandenburg, Richard A. Hosig, Wesley Sodemann, Herbert Hoenisch
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Patent number: 6988677Abstract: The invention recites an apparatus comprising a nozzle holder able to retain at least one nozzle and disposed on a pressure washer wand. The nozzle holder comprises a body including a bore extending therethrough. The bore is sized to engage the pressure washer wand. The nozzle holder further includes a boss interconnected with and having an aperture sized to receive at least one nozzle.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2002Date of Patent: January 24, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Wesley C. Sodemann, Robert L. Brandel, Richard A. Hosig, Carlo Sabattini, Claudio Carpanese
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Patent number: 6952056Abstract: A generator positionable on a support surface and including a frame, an internal combustion engine coupled to the frame, an electrical energy source, a fuel tank, and an output unit. The one-piece mounting member is coupled to the frame and has mounting arms that each provide a frame mount, an engine mount, and a source mount. The internal combustion engine is coupled to the mounting member and includes an output shaft that extends through a central portion and that is substantially normal to the support surface during generator operation. The electrical energy source has a rotor coupled to the output shaft for rotation therewith, and a stator coupled to the mounting member. The fuel supply supplies fuel to the engine, and the output unit communicates with at least one of the engine and the energy source.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2003Date of Patent: October 4, 2005Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Billy Brandenburg, Richard A. Hosig, Wesley A. Sodemann, Herbert Hoenisch
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Patent number: 6857444Abstract: The invention recites an unloader valve operable to direct a flow of fluid. The valve includes a housing having a bypass opening, an inlet opening, an outlet opening and an internal chamber between the inlet opening and the outlet opening. A shuttle valve is disposed within the internal chamber and is movable between a first position wherein the flow of fluid is substantially directed to the bypass opening and a second position wherein the flow of fluid is directed to the outlet opening. The shuttle valve includes an internal flow path having a venturi therein. A biasing member biases the shuttle valve in the first position.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2002Date of Patent: February 22, 2005Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventor: Greg Davis
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Patent number: 6805579Abstract: An electrical power cord for providing low-voltage alternating current outputs from a high-voltage alternating current source. The cord includes an input terminal that is operable to receive power from a high-voltage alternating current power source. The cord also includes first and second output terminals that are operable to output low-voltage alternating current. The input terminal includes two distinct neutral wires.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2002Date of Patent: October 19, 2004Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Gregory Marchand, Philip Gull
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Patent number: 6750556Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2002Date of Patent: June 15, 2004Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Wesley C. Sodemann, Stacy Paul DeGroot
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Publication number: 20030200998Abstract: A pressure washer including a first container adapted to contain a first liquid, a second container adapted to contain a second liquid, a valve, a first conduit fluidly connecting the first container to the valve, and a second conduit fluidly connecting the second container to the valve. The pressure washer also includes a single engine-powered pump and a mixing device. The pump is adapted to receive water from a water source, and the mixing device adapted to receive water from the pump. The mixing device is adapted to mix at least one of the first and liquids received from the valve with the water received from the pump.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2003Publication date: October 30, 2003Applicant: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Herb Hoenisch, Peter Nushart, Wes Sodemann
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Patent number: 6571805Abstract: A pressure washer includes a chassis as well as a liquid pump, a pump-driving prime mover, plural chemical product containers and a product selecting valve, all supported by the chassis. Each of the containers is attached to a separate valve conduit extending to the valve and the valve is connected to a device conduit extending to the mixing device. A distributor is mounted for movement with respect to the valve body and has a channel for selectively connecting one of the valve conduits to the device conduit. The user may thereby use the pressure washer to dispense any one of plural solutions. A fresh water container facilitates “wash out” of the valve and device conduit before switching to another chemical product.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2001Date of Patent: June 3, 2003Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Herb Hoenisch, Peter Nushart, Wes Sodemann
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Patent number: D516507Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 2004Date of Patent: March 7, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Product Group, LLCInventors: Peter J. Nushart, Billy Brandenburg
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Patent number: D519085Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 2004Date of Patent: April 18, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Philip Gull, J. S. Wu, Chunxi Ju
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Patent number: D524403Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2004Date of Patent: July 4, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventor: Timothy B. Strandell
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Patent number: D529515Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2004Date of Patent: October 3, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Stacy DeGroot, Neil Gansebom
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Patent number: D532946Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2005Date of Patent: November 28, 2006Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCInventors: Neil Gansebom, Claudio Carpanese