Apparatus for and method of inhibiting and overriding an electrical control device

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6138241
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09045625

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An apparatus for and method of inhibiting and overriding the normal operating mode of one or more input devices connected to a communications network. The present invention functions within an electrical network made up of a plurality of input devices wherein a group of input devices is capable of commanding an electrical control device to apply and remove electrical power from an electrical load connected thereto. The input devices or nodes communicate with the electrical control device over a communications network. When one of the input devices is turned off, the normal operating mode of all the other input sensors is inhibited. The electrical control device remains inhibited until all the input devices are no longer in the off position. Thus, electrical power to the load controlled by the electrical control device remains disconnected until all input devices are in the on position. Local and remote signaling, control and indication diagnostic and monitoring functions are also provided.

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LEVITON MANUFACTURING CO INC201 NORTH SERVICE ROAD MELVILLE NY 11747

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Bonasia, Gaetano Bronx, NY 34 2599
Eckel, David P Eaton's Neck, NY 41 2764

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