Coupler assembly

Details Coupler assembly Coupler assembly

1982-08-19

1984-12-18

Valenza, Joseph E.

Material or article handling

Vertically swinging load support

Shovel or fork type

414686, 371175, E02F 374

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044888503

ABSTRACT:
A coupler assembly for a material handling device is provided which accommodates convenient interchanging of work implements. The coupler assembly includes first and second latching arrangements which are provided on a frame member which is adapted to be mounted on the lift arm assembly of material handling device. Notably, the second latching arrangement includes an elongated bar having end portions which are deflectable with respect to the central portion of the bar. A pair of overcenter locking cams are provided for urging the respective end portions of the bar into recesses defined by hooks which are mounted on the implement to be mounted, thus facilitating convenient attachment of the implement to the lift arm assembly.

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