Adaptor tools and method to expose valve

Details Adaptor tools and method to expose valve Adaptor tools and method to expose valve

1993-06-21

1998-08-18

Walton, George L.

Fluid handling

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Cleaning, repairing, or assembling

811242, 81125, 8111185, 134 21, 134166C, 137364, 137368, 251292, 403328, 405154, F16K 4300, F16K 3144

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active

057946442

ABSTRACT:
This invention relates to an adaptor for activating a valve, the adaptor includes a socket at one end thereof to register with the valve, the socket including at least one displaceable engageable ball plunger for gripping the valve when the socket is urged against the valve for operating the valve. The invention also relates to a service box assembly for a water valve disposed in the ground which utilizes the adaptor as well as the method of exposing a water valve to reinstall an inoperable service box rod in a service box assembly having a water valve below ground level. The invention also teaches installation tools to locate and maintain a service box rod within a service box assembly.

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