Patent ID: 6163986
Filing Date: 2000-12-26
Classification: E01H

Abstract:
A non-motorized machine for throwing debris comprising:a frame;at least one support wheel rotatably coupled to said frame;a handle member attached to said frame;a throwing mechanism rotatably coupled to said frame, said throwing mechanism including at least one blade and a primary drive shaft, said blade being attached to said primary drive shaft;a shroud attached to said frame and at least partially surrounding said throwing mechanism;a drive mechanism interposed between and mechanically connecting said support wheel and said throwing mechanism;a pivoting mechanism for pivoting said throwing mechanism;said pivoting mechanism being attached to said frame;said pivoting mechanism including a housing attached to said frame; an adjustment shaft slidably contained within said housing; a pivoting joint rotatably connecting said debris throwing mechanism to said adjustment shaft; and a universal joint coupled to said primary drive shaft.