Self-detaching support frame system for an implement and method for using the same
AssigneeSoucy International Inc.
InventorsBenoit LAUZIERE, Jeremie AUBIN-MARCHAND, Karen PROVENCHER, Michael BERGERON, Tommy ROY, Normand ROY
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Abstract
A self-detaching support frame system for an implement designed to self-detach from a vehicle by actuation of a release handle located within arm reach of the driver is disclosed. The self-detaching support frame system for an implement allow the user to at least partially, preferably entirely, disengages the support frame assembly by activating a control, preferably a single control such as a handle located near the vehicle steering.
Claims7
A vehicle mounting assembly for mounting a support frame to a vehicle, the mounting assembly comprising:
- a) a mounting plate being configured to be mounted to an underside of the vehicle;
- b) a retaining element supported by the mounting plate, the retaining element being adapted to retain the support frame to the vehicle in a first position and to release the support frame in a second position;
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- c) an actuator operatively connected to retaining element to move the retaining element between the first and second position, the actuator being located on the vehicle in a location allowing a user to reach the actuator while the user is in the driving position.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.