Framework removal tool method
OwnerLowell F. Witterinventor
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Abstract
A framework removal tool method is provided. The tool comprises a first side of a stake contact element including first and second notches with first and second dimensions, respectively. A lever arm connects to the stake contact element. One of the first or second notches is selected based on a dimension of a stake. The selected notch is placed adjacent the stake. The lever arm is rotated to remove the stake. In another embodiment, a second tool for removing stakes is provided. The tool includes a bar with a nail removal notch on a first end, and a stake contact element connected to the bar near the first end. The stake contact element includes at least a first stake notch on a first side. A rounded extension rigidly connects to the bar near the first end.
Claims3
A method for removing stakes of various dimensions comprising the acts of:
- a) selecting a notch selected from the group of first and second notches on a first side of a stake contact element based on a shape of a stake wherein the first and second notches have first and second shapes, respectively, said first shape different than said second shape;
- b) placing the selected notch adjacent the stake;
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- c) moving a lever arm connected to the stake contact element.
A method for removing stakes of various dimensions comprising the acts of:
- a) selecting one of first and second notches on a stake contact element as a function of a shape of a stake wherein the first and second notches have first and second shapes, respectively, said first shape different than said second shape;
- b) placing the selected notch adjacent the stake;
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- c) moving a lever arm operatively connected with the stake contact element wherein both the first and second notches rotate away from a supporting surface.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.