Differential lock engaging arrangement
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1. A differential lock mechanism and actuator assembly comprising:
- a differential lock mechanism including a pin that is movable between a first position, wherein said differential lock mechanism is engaged, and a second position, wherein said differential lock mechanism is disengaged; and
an actuator for effecting movement of said pin between said first and second positions, said actuator including;
a bracket having a slot formed therethrough defining a seat;
a member including a first end having a pedal secured thereto and a second end that extends through said slot and is supported on said bracket for rotational movement; and
a connector connected between said member and said pin such that rotational movement of said member causes movement of said pin between said first and second positions; and
a spring urging said second end of said member into engagement with said seat of said slot.
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Abstract
A differential lock actuating arrangement comprises a pedal assembly including a substantially elongate member, mounting means to mount the said elongate member on the chassis of a vehicle, means to connect the said elongate member to a differential lock actuator, rotating means to rotate the said substantially elongate member about its longitudinal axis, wherein the mounting means mounts the said elongate member for movement between a first differential lock engaging position and a second differential lock disengaging position, and wherein the arrangement further comprises biasing means to hold the elongate member in one of the said first and second positions.
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1. A differential lock mechanism and actuator assembly comprising:
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a differential lock mechanism including a pin that is movable between a first position, wherein said differential lock mechanism is engaged, and a second position, wherein said differential lock mechanism is disengaged; and
an actuator for effecting movement of said pin between said first and second positions, said actuator including;
a bracket having a slot formed therethrough defining a seat;
a member including a first end having a pedal secured thereto and a second end that extends through said slot and is supported on said bracket for rotational movement; and
a connector connected between said member and said pin such that rotational movement of said member causes movement of said pin between said first and second positions; and
a spring urging said second end of said member into engagement with said seat of said slot.
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Current AssigneeAGCO Limited (AGCO Corporation)
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Original AssigneeArgo (Chi) Ltd.
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InventorsSmith, Derek John, Seccull, David William
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Primary Examiner(s)Mai, Lanna
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Assistant Examiner(s)To, Toan C
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Application NumberUS09/468,048Time in Patent Office882 DaysField of Search180/336, 180/337, 180/374, 180/375, 180/378, 180/379, 745/27US Class Current180/337CPC Class CodesB60K 23/04 for differential gearingY10T 24/44615 with position locking-means...
