Apparatus and method of preventing refuse from wrapping around the axle of a work machine

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6322170
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09526711

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An apparatus and method of preventing refuse from wrapping around the axle of a work machine is disclosed. A work machine includes a frame, an axle, at least one wheel, an operator compartment, an engine, and an axle protection system. The at least one wheel has a rim extension having an outer portion. The axle protection system includes a roof guard and an axle guard assembly. The axle guard assembly has a plate and a labyrinth guard. A channel is provided by the configuration of the guard assembly, plate, and labyrinth guard such that the outer portion of the rim extension is received by the channel. The plate extends substantially vertically from the perimeter of the axle guard assembly. Preferably, a flexible member is attached to the edge of the plate and extends such that it is urged in contact with the roof guard.

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CATERPILLAR INC100 NE ADAMS STREET AH9510 PEORIA IL 61629

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Knell, Harvey A Yorkville, IL 6 102
O'Brien, Eric R Yorkville, IL 5 54

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