Patent ID: 8646543
Filing Date: 2014-02-11
Classification: A01B,G05G,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A lockout arrangement for a foldable agricultural implement having a set of ground engaging tools, the implement having a frame member with at least one frame section foldable between an extended position and a transport position, comprising: a valve arrangement operatively connected to the at least one frame section and being movable between a first configuration and a second configuration wherein the at least one frame section is maintained in the transport position, the configuration of the valve arrangement allowing for movement of the frame section between the extended position and the transport position; a rotating member pivotably connected to the frame member and operatively connected to the valve arrangement such that pivotable movement of the rotating member with respect to the frame member adjusts a configuration of the valve arrangement; an elongated member having a first end and a second end, the first end of the elongated member coupled to the frame section of the agricultural implement; and a pin attached at the second end of the elongated member and being moveable between a first position wherein the rotating member of the agricultural implement is free to pivot on the frame member and a second position wherein the pin engages and prevents the pivoting of the rotation of the rotating member and maintains the valve arrangement in the second configuration; wherein the elongated member is a cable that moves toward the rotating member in response to rotation of the frame section in a first rotational direction and moves away from the rotating member in response to rotation of the frame section in a second rotational direction.