US Patent:
20140250655, Sep 11, 2014
Inventors:
Vernon Eugene Arivett - Verona MO, US
International Classification:
B25B 27/14
B66F 15/00
US Classification:
2940208, 254131, 254 8 R, 29267, 294264
Abstract:
A device for removing a pool or deck cover anchor includes a base having a front, a rear, and two sides; a swivel rotatably attached to the front of the base with dowel pins so that the swivel will rotate to stay level; a U-shaped gripping element on the swivel, adapted to grip the anchor; a handle attached to the rear of the base, the handle being substantially longer than the swivel; a handle stop on the handle; and wheels rotatably attached to the sides of the base; wherein the handle, base, and swivel form a lever and the wheels allow the tool to roll so that a generally downward force on the handle produces a straight vertical force on the anchor that lifts the anchor out of the ground. Methods for removing and replacing anchors utilize the tool as further described.