Patent ID: 6910322
Filing Date: 2005-06-28
Classification: A01D

Abstract:
1. A method for connecting an extension portion to a lawnmower, the method comprising the acts of: providing the lawnmower including a mower deck having a discharge outlet, a chute pivotally connected to the mower deck adjacent the discharge outlet, and an aperture and a slot positioned near opposite sides of the discharge outlet; providing the extension portion having a top panel defining a top plane, and a fixed pin and a latch connected to the top panel near opposite sides of the top panel, the latch being moveably connected to the top panel and being movable between an engaged position and a disengaged position; pivoting the chute upwardly with respect to the mower deck; inserting the fixed pin into the aperture; pivoting the extension portion with respect to the mower deck in a direction substantially parallel to the top plane to align the latch with the slot; and moving the latch from the disengaged position to the engaged position to engage the latch with the slot.