Patent ID: 8052187
Filing Date: 2011-11-08
Classification: A62C,B25B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method for installing a cover assembly onto a sprinkler assembly, said cover assembly including a cover plate having a forward face with an outer rim and a rearward facing edge at said outer rim, said method comprising: inserting a first portion of said cover assembly into releasable engagement with an installation tool having an extension member, said installation tool engaging said forward face and said rearward facing edge of said cover plate; applying a force to said extension member in a first direction along a longitudinal axis of said extension member to remotely press a second portion of said cover assembly into engagement with said sprinkler assembly; and applying a force to said extension member in a second direction along said longitudinal axis of said extension member to disengage said cover assembly from said installation tool, said cover assembly maintaining engagement with said sprinkler assembly.