Method of inserting a grounding rod

Tool driving or impacting – Processes

Reexamination Certificate

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C173S090000, C173S091000, C173S128000, C173S130000

Reexamination Certificate

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07121357

ABSTRACT:
A method of inserting a grounding rod includes providing an elongated grounding rod that has an upper end and a lower end and also providing a hammer drill. An elongated tubular member has an open first end and an open second end. The tubular member includes a first portion and a second portion. A dividing wall is integrally attached to an inner surface of the tubular member and is positioned at a juncture of the first and second portions. Te upper end of the grounding rod is extended into the second portion of the tubular member such that the upper end abuts the dividing wall. The hammer drill is engaged with the first portion of the tubular member. The hammer drill is turned on so that the lower end of the grounding rod is extended into a ground surface.

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