Patent ID: 8740269
Filing Date: 2014-06-03
Classification: A47J

Abstract:
1. A lifter for lifting a grate of a grill over a heat source, the grate having spaced tines and a periphery, the lifter comprising: a first C-shaped member having two legs each having a free end; a second C-shaped member having two legs each having a free end; said first C-shaped member secured to said second C-shaped member at a midpoint to form a spine with four legs extending outwardly and downwardly therefrom; a handle having first and second arms secured to said spine; and a heat shield secured to said spine below said handle; wherein each of said free ends terminating with a hook; wherein each of said hooks curves upwardly and outwardly from said respective leg; and wherein each of said hooks is adapted to engage the grate at spaced apart points at the periphery of the grate.