US PATENT SUBCLASS 182 / 235
.~.~ Friction brake and occupant-operated mechanism for applying brake during descent

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182 /   HD   FIRE ESCAPE, LADDER, OR SCAFFOLD

3  DF  TORSO HARNESS {5}
231  DF  .~ Attached to strand wound on reel, and means for retarding unwinding of strand {4}
235.~.~ Friction brake and occupant-operated mechanism for applying brake during descent

DEFINITION

Classification: 182/235

Friction brake and occupant mechanism for applying brake during descent:

(under subclass 231) Device wherein the slowing or stopping means includes a brake having a portion which frictionally engages the reel, structure connected thereto, or the strand and is actuated or applied by the person supported by the

encircling means during his downward movement.