Apparatus for carrying a power tool

Abstract

A carrying apparatus for a power tool can comprise a first power tool connector attachable to a power tool, a retraction device attached to the first power tool connector, a strap with a first end and a second end, a strap connector attached to the second end of the strap; and a second power tool connector attachable to the power tool. The latching device can be capable of latching to the strap connector, and the strap can be secured to the retraction device at the first end, and can be extendable from and retractable to the retraction device.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]The subject matter disclosed herein relates to an apparatus for carrying a power tool, and more particularly, to a shoulder strap assembly for carrying a heavy or awkwardly shaped power tool.[0002]A power tool is a tool powered by non-manual means, such as by an electric motor, a compressed air motor, an internal combustion engine, direct burning of fuels and propellants, or natural power sources like wind or moving water. Power tools can be used in industry, in professional services, in emergency services, in construction, and for a variety of purposes such as, but not limited to driving, drilling, cutting, shaping, sanding, grinding, polishing, painting, and heating. Power tools are classified as either stationary or portable, where portable means handheld.[0003]While some portable power tools are small, lightweight, and easily transported during use or between uses, other portable power tools are larger, awkwardly shaped, or heavy, and therefore, ...

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Benefits of technology

[0010]It would be advantageous to have a carrying device for use with a relatively diffi

Problems solved by technology

While some portable power tools are small, lightweight, and easily transported during use or between uses, other portable power tools are larger, awkwardly shaped, or heavy, and therefore, transported with more difficulty during use or between uses.

In some circumstances, these more difficultly carried power tools must be carried and transported during use, or between different locations to be used consecutively.

The weight load can be overly burdensome to carry with the hands or arms alone, fatiguing a user, which can reduce the user's safety in operating the power tool, or require more frequent rest breaks.

One disadvantage of this device is the reduced freedom to move the device in relation to the body, as the device is pivotal at one point where the hook attaches between the portable power tool and the harness.

However, the freedom to move the motor saw during use is still limited.

These devices cannot be quickly connected to and disconnected from the position of support from the shoulders, or even repositioned for better carrying between or during times of use.

However, with the current devices, the fireman cannot quickly reposition the power saw, including but not limited to setting the power saw down or manipulating the shoulder carrying position to find a better center of gravity, or to move the power tool out of an obstruction position.

The fireman's mobility, agility, and / or dexterity can be affected negatively, which can slow down his response speed and put him at greater risk.

The fireman's ability to transition between modes of operation also can be negatively affected (e.g. the fireman's speed of action can be slowed).

However, with a simple strap attached to the power tool, the strap can dangle from where the strap is connected to the power tool, and the strap can therefore be obstructing.

The strap can even provide a safety hazard.

During rushed operation, such as in the case of the power tool's use during an emergency, the likelihood of a dangling strap causing a nuisance is magnified.

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