(under the class definition) Apparatus in which either (1) the expansible chamber device or power transmission portion thereof is adapted to be rearranged for storage purposes or (2) the expansible chamber device is provided with a conduit for conducting working fluid to or from the chamber and means to return the conduit to or retain the conduit in a nonuse or stored position.
(1) Note. The mere movement of a power transmission element (e.g., handle) to an extreme nonuse position is excluded under this definition. However, a power transmission having features provided for the express purpose of allowing compact storage (e.g., sectionally hinged or telescoping portions of an operating lever or means for permitting ease of disassembly of an operating lever) is considered proper subject matter under this definition.
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137, Fluid Handling,
355.16+, for apparatus for storing or retrieving a flexible conduit which is not combined with a claimed expansible chamber device.
239, Fluid Sprinkling, Spraying, and Diffusing,
195+, for apparatus having a flexible conduit and terminal member and means for returning or retaining the flexible conduit or terminal member. Also, see section III (b) of the Class 239 definition for a statement regarding various related subcombinations.
