Patents Examined by Ljilijana V. Ciric
  • Thermostat having a multiple color signal capability with single indicator opening
    Patent number: 6164374
    Abstract: A thermostat for operating a climate control system, the thermostat comprising a base, a bi-color LED on the base capable of producing at least two distinct illuminated signals, and a cover for the base, the cover having a single signal opening which is aligned with the bi-color LED when the cover is on the base to provide at least two distinct lighted signals in a thermostat through a single signal opening in the cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2000
    Assignee: Emerson Electric Co.
    Inventors: William D. Rhodes, Bartholomew L. Toth