Appeal No. 1997-0906
Application 08/292,666
inner surface; i.e., it appears that Kakisako is unnecessary.
In any case, however, Kakisako does not teach an abutting
relationship between the handle tie and the handles. As shown
in figures 1 and 2, the inside surface of the groove 8b abuts
the connecting pin 5 and the handle tie is locked in place by
the protrusions 9. There must be a space between the hollows
8a for receiving the operating levers and the levers
themselves or the handle tie might not properly clamp over the
connecting pin 5.
In summary, the Examiner's rejection fails to set forth a
prima facie case of obviousness. Therefore, it is not
necessary to address the merits of the Declaration of Joseph
Palmieri. The rejection of claims 1 and 8 is reversed.
REVERSED
JERRY SMITH )
Administrative Patent Judge )
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