Multi-function actuator for adjusting two or more hair appliance variables

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United States of America

PATENT NO 10542807
APP PUB NO 20180000216A1
SERIAL NO

15379603

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Exemplary embodiments of hair styling appliances having a multi-function actuator are provided herein. In general, the disclosed embodiments of hair styling appliances may include a multi-function actuator configured for adjusting settings of one or more hair appliance variables. In one embodiment, the multi-function actuator may include at least two separate actuators, which are assembled together on the hair styling appliance to look like one component, yet are configured to be actuated independently of one another. In one embodiment, the multi-function actuator may be ergonomically positioned on the hair styling appliance for easily accessible manipulation and actuation with the user's thumb. In one embodiment, the multi-function actuator may comprise a push button and dial combination. In one embodiment, the push button may be used to select temperature and/or time, and the dial may be used to adjust the temperature and/or time to a desired setting.

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  • HELEN OF TROY LIMITED

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Gonzalez, Arturo Adrian El Paso, US 2 15
Koenemann, Gary El Paso, US 32 242

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