Lawnmower blade holder device
US9743580B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 9, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 29, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 9, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01D34/828
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A blade holder device for supporting and immobilizing blades when replacing or assembling a pair of blades on a lawnmower. The blade holder device includes an X-shaped frame having a first elongated support pivotally secured to a second elongated support. The elongated supports have an aperture disposed in the center thereof in order to receive a fastener therethrough. Each elongated support further includes a first and second pair of segments permanently attached to the ends thereof. The pair of segments include a recessed area therebetween in order to receive a portion of a blade therein. The device is removably attached directly to the underside of the deck of a riding lawnmower. The device can be placed over a pair of blades to prevent injury of an individual removing or assembling the blades and to prevent damage to the blades themselves.
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