(under subclass 702) Apparatus in which the part whose position is changed through 180 deg. directly contacts the earth.
(1) Note. A standard, beam, or other frame part which mounts the tool is not considered an earth contacting part under this definition, but a separate runner or landside is considered to be a part which directly contacts the earth.
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34, for apparatus adapted to be completely inverted to provide an earth working function in both positions.
136, for diverse earth working elements which are usable alternately only.
241, for apparatus which is inverted to engage a transport wheel or runner with the ground. 735, for a tool or tool part which is adjusted through an angle of other than 180 deg. to present a different cutting edge or working surface to the earth.
