Switch lock-off mechanism for power tools

Abstract

A power tool includes a motor, a housing forming a handle, and a power switch disposed within the handle operatively associated with the motor. The power switch is movable between “on” and “off” positions via a trigger. The trigger is pivotable about a first axis. A lock-out link is pivotably attached to the housing. The lock-out link is movable between a first position contacting the power switch for preventing movement of the power switch to the “on” position, and a second position not contacting the power switch, allowing movement of the power switch to the “on” position. The lock-out link pivots between the first and second positions about a second axis non-parallel to the first axis. In addition, a first button is disposed on the housing for moving the lock-out link between the first and second positions.

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