¶ 15.50.02    Description of Broken Lines

The following statement must be used to describe the broken lines on the drawing (MPEP § 1503.02, subsection III):

-- The broken line showing of [1] is for the purpose of illustrating [2] and forms no part of the claimed design. --

The above statement [3] inserted in the specification preceding the claim.

Examiner Note:

1. In bracket 1, insert name of structure.

2. In bracket 2, insert --portions of the "article"-- or --environmental structure--.

3. In bracket 3, insert --must be-- or --has been--.