Patent ID: 8403784
Filing Date: 2013-03-26
Classification: F16H

Abstract:
1. A tool for handling a serpentine belt comprising: a hollow pipe having a longitudinal opening configured at a distal end portion thereof, the hollow pipe comprising, a rod partially enclosed and slidably engaged with the hollow pipe, the rod comprising a second gripping member configured at a distal and portion thereof in a parallel relationship with the first gripping member, the second gripping member projecting outwards from the longitudinal opening in a substantially perpendicular direction to the rod; a handle member configured at a proximal end portion of the rod; and a spring member disposed between the sleeve member and the handle member, the spring member capable of being compressed upon directing the handle member toward the sleeve member, and retracted upon releasing the handle member, wherein upon directing the handle member toward the sleeve member, the second gripping member moves toward the first gripping member to hold the serpentine belt therebetween for handling the serpentine belt.