Patent ID: 7581570
Filing Date: 2009-09-01
Classification: B67D

Abstract:
1. A method of supporting a fuel delivery device, having a fuel nozzle and hose, in a fueling position with respect to a vehicle having a fuel tank with a fill opening, the method comprising: providing an elongated retaining member having opposite first and second end portions; said first end portion having coupling means for releasably connecting said retaining member with the fuel delivery device; said retaining member being comprised of at least two separate lengths and provided with length adjustment means for removably securing said at least two separate lengths with one another in different positions so that the length of said retaining member may be selectively adjusted; operatively coupling the second end portion of said retaining member with the vehicle; positioning the fuel delivery device adjacent the fuel tank and operatively associating the fuel nozzle with the fill opening to dispense fuel within the fuel tank; and engaging said coupling means with said fueling device.