US 6,266,949 B1 · Methods of exchanging implements and casters

Abstract

A method of exchanging a first implement for a second implement on a mower is disclosed. First, the first implement is disconnected from the mower and then the mower is adjusted to accommodate the second implement. The second implement is then operatively connected to the mower. The mower comprises frame receiving brackets and side frame members that are moved with respect to one another to adjust the mower to accommodate the second implement. A method of exchanging castor wheels is also included. The castor wheels, initially connected to an axle member, are disconnected from the axle member. Then, the position of the axle member with respect to the frame is adjusted, such as by being rotated approximately 180°. finally, different castor wheels are connected to the axle member.

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Dependent claims

A method for exchanging a first castor wheel operatively connected to an adjustable axle assembly, the method comprising the steps of:

providing a second castor wheel, the adjustable axle assembly being operatively connected to an associated frame, the adjustable axle assembly including a first castro pivot member operatively connected to an axle member, the first castor pivot member having first and second openings for selectively receiving said first and second castor wheels respectively;
disconnecting said first castor wheel from said first opening of said first castor pivot member;
adjusting the position of said axle member with respect to the associated frame;
and,
connecting said second castor wheel to said opening of said first castor pivot member.

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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.

Methods of exchanging implements and casters

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Methods of exchanging implements and casters

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Abstract

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