Patent ID: 8757956
Filing Date: 2014-06-24
Classification: E02F,F16L,Y10S

Abstract:
1. A work machine comprising: a first portion; a second portion pivotably connected to the first portion; a third portion pivotably connected to the second portion and near the first portion; a first guard configured to be at least partially inserted inside a first opening formed in the second portion, the first opening in close proximity with the corresponding pivotable connection; and a second guard configured to be at least partially inserted inside a second opening formed in the third portion, the second opening in close proximity with the corresponding pivotable connection; wherein the first guard and the second guard form at least a portion of a protective passageway for at least one tube extending from the first portion to the third portion, the passageway substantially preventing contact between the at least one tube and surfaces of the second portion and the third portion in close proximity with the corresponding pivotable connections.