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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 06, 2009
Filed:
Aug. 29, 2007
Rodney Samuel Horn, Woodridge, IL (US);
Rodney Samuel Horn, Woodridge, IL (US);
CNH America, LLC, Racine, WI (US);
Abstract
A towed implement, such as a planter, is provided with an operator platform and ladder for mounting the platform. The platform may be supported on the implement frame, and extends from a position rear of the ground-engaging row units to a position immediately adjacent to seed tanks. The platform may extend between the seed tanks to allow for loading of seeds, inspection of the tanks, removal of debris, and so forth. The ladder for accessing the platform may be fixed or stowable in a raised position. Handrails may be provided on either side of the platform, forward of the platform, and adjacent the ladder for stabilizing the operator during servicing of the implement.