Demonstration mode for electronic fishing reel
AssigneeW.C. Bradley/Zebco Holdings, Inc.
InventorsRobert R. Wilson, M. Scott Smith, Tony Wei
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Abstract
A fishing reel is provided with an electronic demonstration feature that allows for electronic features of said reel to be activated, but which prevents prospective purchasers from unnecessarily depleting battery life of the device. An on/off switch is provided for selectively closing the circuit. A “try me” switch is also provided for temporarily activating the electronics. The “try me” switch prevents manipulation of the on/off switch into the “on” position but allows for the electronic feature to be temporarily activated. After purchase, the “try me” switch may be is removed to allow the on/off switch to function without interference.
Claims7
Fishing reel comprising:
- a reel housing;
- a power supply;
- a circuit including said power supply;
- an alert that is activated when said circuit is closed;
- an on/off switch in said reel housing for selectively closing said circuit;
- a second switch that may be manipulated to temporarily close said circuit;
- wherein said on/off switch defines a receptacle;
- and
- wherein said second switch defines a tab for insertion within said receptacle, said tab for preventing manipulation of said on/off switch while said tab is received within said receptacle.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.