TOOL FOR USE WITH A GAS METER

Abstract

A tool for use with a as meter shut-off valve having an elongated member with a first end and a second end and a transverse or diagonal section extending between the first and the second end. Both the first end and the second end have a plurality of slots of differing shape and/or size adapted to receive the shut-off valve of the gas meter. The transverse section has a recess cut in both sides leaving a center wall.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a perspective of a tool and a gas meter;

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a tool for use with a gas meter; and

FIG. 3 is a side view of a tool for use with a gas meter.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

Referring to the figures, the tool 10 is used with a gas meter 12 having a gas pipe 14 and a shut-off valve 16. The tool 10 has an elongated member 17 with a first end 18, a second end 20, and a transverse or diagonal section 22 that extends between the first end 18 and the second end 20.

The first end 18 has a plurality of slots 24 and 26 adapted to receive the shut-off valve 16. The second end 20, likewise, has a plurality of slots 28 and 30, fitted to receive the shut-off valve 16. While both ends show two rectangular slots, one in the art would understand that a single or multiple slots of any number and any shape can be used.

The transverse section 22 has a recess 32 on each side separated by a wall or partition 34. The recess reduces the weight of the tool, reduces the amount of material and cost of the tool, and provides a gripping edge when using the tool.

In operation, a slot (24, 26, 28, 30) of either end 18 or 20 is fitted over the shut-off valve 16. Once fitted the tool 10 is gripped at the opposite end and/or the recess 34 of the transverse section, and the tool 10 is moved until the shut-off valve 16 is turned a quarter turn. The angle created between the ends of the tool provide greater leverage in which to move the shut-off valve.

Thus, a tool for use with a shut-off valve of a gas meter has been shown that, at the very least meets all the stated objectives.

Claims

1. A tool for opening and closing a shut-off valve of a gas meter, comprising: an elongated member having a first end, a second end, and a diagonal section that extends between the first end and the second end; andwherein at least one end has at least one slot adapted to receive the shut-off valve.

2. The tool of claim 1 wherein both ends have at least one slot adapted to receive the shut off valve.

3. The tool of claim 1 wherein at least one end has a plurality of slots.

4. (canceled)

5. The tool of claim 1 wherein the diagonal section has a recess.