Quick coupler lock system
OwnerMichael Hart, Walter Piscoinventors
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OwnerMichael Hart, Walter Piscoinventors
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A quick coupler lock, for use as a safety to engage an attachment, such as a bucket or scoop, to a heavy equipment armature, as found in backhoes and excavators. The coupler lock prevents the unwanted release of auxiliary attachments. The coupler lock includes a coupler frame with a pin grabber, and a coupler hook rotated to engage a pin. The rotation of the coupler hook is accomplished by the extension or retraction of a coupler actuator, preferably a hydraulic cylinder held within a spring. The coupler actuator hingably connects to a pivoting lock lever. The action of the coupler actuator rotates the lock lever about the lever pin. A lock bar hingably attaches to the coupler hook and rotates with the coupler hook. The lock lever includes an arm that contacts the lock bar, to prevent movement of the coupler hook and prevent the unwanted release of the pin.
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A coupler lock apparatus for use with heavy equipment, the coupler lock apparatus comprising:
A coupler lock apparatus for use with heavy equipment, the coupler lock apparatus including:
A coupler lock apparatus for use with heavy equipment, the coupler lock apparatus including:
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