Patent ID: 6976882
Filing Date: 2005-12-20
Classification: H01H,H01R

Abstract:
1. A detachable power supply apparatus for an appliance comprising: a temperature control device for electrical connection to the appliance, said temperature control device having a body with a first side and a second side being substantially opposite said first side, said temperature control device having a first member extending outwardly from said first side, said temperature control device having a conductor near said first side and a probe on said second side; and a power supply cord having a female electrical connector at a first end of a power supply, said female connector connecting to said conductor and being connectable to the power supply to supply power to said female connector and to said conductor, said power supply cord having a clip member on said first end of the power supply, wherein said clip member selectively fastens to said first member so that said first member disengages said clip member such that the appliance does not substantially move upon application of a force on said power supply cord.