(under the class definition) Device including structure for utilizing the characteristics (e.g., physical or electrical) of an element, that is separate from the work and is separate from the organized structure of the device, to influence the operation of the device.
(1) Note. This subclass includes machines for utilizing a prepared information supply that is to be removably placed in the machine. This subclass does not include structure for utilizing the characteristics of a "permanent" part if the machine, such as a cam or gear to influence the operation of other parts of the machine.
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72+, for a "templet", which merely guides the tool and does not otherwise influence the operation of the device.
124+, for a "permanent" cam or gear used to regulate the operation of the device.
