(under the class definition) Implement claimed in combination with another tool or device which is, per se, classifiable in another class, which device is not so common a subcombination of a coating implement as to be included herebelow (e.g., cap) and which combination is not specifically provided for in any of the preceding subclasses or in any other class.
(1) Note. Certain classes take precedence over Class 401 for the combination of a coating tool with material supply and a particular additional feature. With respect to certain other classes, a patent to the combination of an implement of this class and a device classifiable in another such class will be placed in such other class, provided that no more of the implement structure is claimed than is necessary to establish its relationship with the other art device. For a listing of such classes and their relationships to this class see Lines With Other Classes and References to Other Classes of the Class 401 class definition.
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1+, for an implement of this class which includes means to impart heat to the material.
4, for an implement of this class which includes means to agitate the material in the reservoir.
14, for an implement of this class with a surface-protecting bumper.
15, for an implement of this class with a splash guard or drip catcher. 48, for an implement of this class including work-engaging means (e.g., wheels) to support or stabilize the implement while in use.
50, for an implement comprising a tool* for solid material for rubbing contact and a point sharpening or shaping device.
52, for an implement comprising a tool of solid material for rubbing contact and a device which has a function other than for coating.
131, for an implement of this class combined with means to support or stabilize it when not in use; and see (2) Note thereto.
193, for an implement of this class combined with a work-engaging guide; and see the notes thereto.
194, for an implement including a signal or indicator for determining a characteristic (e.g., the quantity) of the supply material or the condition of a flow-regulator*.
