Patent ID: 7126302
Filing Date: 2006-10-24
Classification: E06B

Abstract:
1. A modular motor converter for a motor of a window covering system, the motor being adapted for use with conventional alternating current power and having a motor housing and a power receptacle for operable connection of the motor to an external source of conventional alternating current power, the modular motor converter comprising: a converter housing removably attachable to said motor housing, said converter housing including a plug connectible to said power receptacle of said motor; a low voltage powered control interface disposed within said converter housing and having at least one low voltage-controlled switch for controllably connecting said external source of conventional alternating current power to said motor to permit forward and reverse operation of said motor, said control interface further having a power cord, including multiple conductors, extending from the interface for connection to an external source of conventional alternating current power; and at least one retention device for removably securing said converter housing to said motor housing.