Patent ID: 6088938
Filing Date: 2000-07-18
Classification: E02F,Y10T

Abstract:
An implement adapter for use in combination with an excavation tool, said implement adapter comprising:frame means for holding working implements;coupling means integral with an upper portion of said frame means adapted for coupling to cooperative coupling means on an upper portion of said excavation tool;connecting means extending from a lower portion of said frame means adapted for connecting to a lower portion of said excavation tool;implement mounting means immovably secured to a lower portion of said frame means adapted for mounting working implements; andparking means extending a distance from a lower portion of said frame means for orienting said coupling means to a sufficient height above a surface when said implement adapter is supported on said surface by said parking means and a lowermost portion of said frame means, wherein said sufficient height is adapted to enable engagement of said coupling means with said cooperative coupling means on said excavation tool with no manual assistance.