EP0751725B1 - Folding garden swing seat - Google Patents

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EP0751725B1
EP0751725B1 EP94928437A EP94928437A EP0751725B1 EP 0751725 B1 EP0751725 B1 EP 0751725B1 EP 94928437 A EP94928437 A EP 94928437A EP 94928437 A EP94928437 A EP 94928437A EP 0751725 B1 EP0751725 B1 EP 0751725B1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45F—TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT: SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY
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    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
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    • A47C3/0255—Rocking chairs with seat, or seat and back-rest unit elastically or pivotally mounted in a rigid base frame pivotally mounted in the base frame, e.g. swings

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  • the invention relates to the technical sector of garden furniture, and more particularly to the swings.
  • the known swings as shown in Figure 1 are made with a frame generally comprising two shaped lateral legs triangular, secured in their upper part and able to receive articulation an adjustable marquee covered with fabric. Spacers connect the legs to ensure stability.
  • the swing thus designed receives a seat frame capable of receive cushions or other quilted padding.
  • This frame can be in one or two parts, with its backsplash part and its seat part.
  • the backsplash is generally in an inclined plane of the order of 100 to 120 ° from the seat plane to ensure good comfort of the users.
  • the backrest part can be slightly adjustable in position by relation to the seat plan, using for example means of the type chains and connecting pins allowing an appropriate variation according to the needs.
  • This type of swing has drawbacks, in particular as part of its storage and space. In case of no use and storage in garages or other similar places, this type swing is annoying. In addition, users tend to consider the seating area as an additional storage area provisional for a wide variety of articles, so that the risk of soiling of the cover fabrics is significant, which can adversely affect the presentation and therefore the aesthetics of the swing.
  • US Pat. No. 4,537,392 discloses a collapsible and removable swing which comprises a rectangular frame arranged with tubular elements constituting the longitudinal and horizontal dimensions by defining a ground support zone and a zone upper of the articulation of a marquee
  • the object of the invention was therefore to remedy these drawbacks by proposing a new folding swing design, manufacturing and mounting simple, compact, and can be easily transported by a single person.
  • She comprises a rectangular frame (2) corresponding substantially to the desired swing length and desired sound height marquee (C).
  • This frame is composed of tubular elements (2.1) and (2.2) constituting the longitudinal and horizontal sides by defining an area support (2.1.a) on the ground and an upper zone (2.1.b) for the articulation of the marquee.
  • Each of these elements (2.1,2.2) of great length has curved end wings (2.1.c or 2.2.c) oriented at 90 ° one by relation to each other, and defining side branching zones lateral. These elements are arranged at a certain distance from each other.
  • intermediate tubes (3) completing the lateral and transverse sides, these tubes receiving at the end of the sleeves (3.1) capable of penetrating inside the curved wings longitudinal sides (2.1, 2.2). After fitting, the tubes intermediaries abut against the edges opposite said wings.
  • each profile (4) present in its part lower an arm (4.2) of great length located in an angular plane by relation to the framework by constituting the support plan of the whole, the part end (4.3) being curved to come into contact with the ground.
  • the swing is stabilized when the frame comes to rest on the ground and when the lateral profiled legs are open, constituting a three-point support area.
  • the profiled legs can thus pivot on 90 ° to the lateral sides of the frame (2) while being deployed open at 90 °, either rotate while being in the interior plane of the frame.
  • the seat part (6) is advantageously constituted by a frame rectangular tubular with rounded bent angles (6.1), this reinforcement being made to integrate into the interior volume of the frame of the swing.
  • This frame is held in position by being suspended by L-shaped arms (7), the upper end (7.1) of which is hooked in suspension using return means (8) on the upper longitudinal side (2.2) of the frame (2).
  • the arms in their front part (7.2), are in situation normal use of the swing in the same plane as the frame forming a seat (6).
  • the seat frame is articulated relative to the part (7.2) of the arm of suspension (7) relative to an axis of rotation (9) and within a limit of tipping given. More particularly, it is planned to have on the transverse sides of the seat frame (6) of the profiled legs (10) coming from in external overflow, to come into abutment either against the upper part front of the support arm (7.2), either against the vertical rear part (7.1) of suspension of the support arm. These legs are reported anyway appropriate and allow a limitation of the angular movement of the seat frame.
  • the latter by its shape, is arranged to receive a fabric or other material covering (11), thus constituting a hammock.
  • This packing can be fixed in any suitable way to be removed if necessary for cleaning or changing.
  • the width of fabric used defines the depth of the seat.
  • connecting spacers (12) can be added between the lower part of the frame and the base. In particular, these spacers are fixed to the pivoting part of the intermediate tubes (3), so that they accompany in their movement the legs during the folding of the swing.
  • the frame In its upper part, the frame allows articulation positioning a marquee (C) covered with a fabric or other protective element and decorative character.

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PCT No. PCT/FR94/01122 Sec. 371 Date Aug. 11, 1995 Sec. 102(e) Date Aug. 11, 1995 PCT Filed Sep. 27, 1994 PCT Pub. No. WO95/26151 PCT Pub. Date Oct. 5, 1995A folding swing hammock that has a main rectangular support frame that is held in a generally vertical position by leg members when the hammock is in an unfolded condition. A rectangular seat frame is rotatably supported between two support arms which, in turn, are suspended by springs in the top element of the support frame. A cover is rotatably mounted in the top section of the support frame over the seat frame. The interrelated parts of the hammock are connected together so that they can all be folded into the plane described by the support frame.

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L'invention se rattache au secteur technique de l'ameublement de jardins, et plus particulièrement aux balancelles.The invention relates to the technical sector of garden furniture, and more particularly to the swings.

Dans le cadre de l' agrément des jardins, des parcs ou zones de repos, on utilise couramment des balancelles qui permettent à deux ou trois personnes ou quelquefois plus de se reposer et de se détendre.As part of the approval of gardens, parks or rest areas, commonly uses swings that allow two or three people or sometimes more to rest and relax.

Les balancelles connues telles que représentées figure 1, sont réalisées avec une armature comprenant généralement deux piètements latéraux de forme triangulaire, solidarisés à leur partie haute et pouvant recevoir à articulation un chapiteau orientable recouvert de tissu. Des entretoises relient les piètements pour assurer une stabilité.The known swings as shown in Figure 1, are made with a frame generally comprising two shaped lateral legs triangular, secured in their upper part and able to receive articulation an adjustable marquee covered with fabric. Spacers connect the legs to ensure stability.

La balancelle ainsi conçue reçoit une armature formant siège susceptible de recevoir des coussins ou autre garniture matelassée. Cette armature peut être en une ou deux parties, avec sa partie dosseret et sa partie assise. Le dosseret se trouve généralement dans un plan incliné de l'ordre de 100 à 120° par rapport au plan de l'assise pour assurer un bon confort du ou des utilisateurs.The swing thus designed receives a seat frame capable of receive cushions or other quilted padding. This frame can be in one or two parts, with its backsplash part and its seat part. The backsplash is generally in an inclined plane of the order of 100 to 120 ° from the seat plane to ensure good comfort of the users.

Il arrive que la partie dosseret puisse être légèrement réglable en position par rapport au plan de l'assise, à l'aide par exemple de moyens du type chainettes et axes de liaison permettant une variation appropriée selon les besoins. Sometimes the backrest part can be slightly adjustable in position by relation to the seat plan, using for example means of the type chains and connecting pins allowing an appropriate variation according to the needs.

Ce type de balancelle présente cependant des inconvénients, notamment dans le cadre de son rangement et de son encombrement. En cas de non utilisation et de stockage dans des garages ou autres lieux similaires, ce type de balancelle est gênant. Par ailleurs, les utilisateurs ont tendance à considérer la zone d'assise comme une zone de rangement complémentaire provisoire pour des articles les plus divers, de sorte que les risques de salissures des tissus de couverture sont importants, ce qui peut nuire à la présentation et donc à l'esthétique de la balancelle.This type of swing has drawbacks, in particular as part of its storage and space. In case of no use and storage in garages or other similar places, this type swing is annoying. In addition, users tend to consider the seating area as an additional storage area provisional for a wide variety of articles, so that the risk of soiling of the cover fabrics is significant, which can adversely affect the presentation and therefore the aesthetics of the swing.

On observe également que le déplacement de ces balancelles ne peut s'effectuer qu'à l'aide de deux personnes compte tenu de l'encombrement du montage. C'est la raison pour laquelle les utilisateurs laissent à demeure les balancelles qui se trouvent dans un environnement pouvant être nuisible à leur qualité et leur esthétique. L'humidité, la pluie, les déchets végétaux volatils sont sources de salissures, de moisissures, de détérioration des couleurs, ce qui diminue l'aspect attrayant de tels meubles de jardin.We also observe that the displacement of these swings cannot only be carried out with the help of two people, taking into account the size of the mounting. This is the reason why users leave the swings in an environment which could be harmful to their quality and aesthetics. Moisture, rain, plant waste volatile are sources of dirt, mold, deterioration of colors, which diminishes the attractive appearance of such garden furniture.

On connait par le brevet US 4 537 392 une balancelle pliante et démontable qui comprend un cadre rectangulaire agencé avec des elements tubulaires constituant les cotes longitudinaux et horizontaux en définissant une zone d'appui au sol et une zone supérieure de l'articulation d'un chapiteau US Pat. No. 4,537,392 discloses a collapsible and removable swing which comprises a rectangular frame arranged with tubular elements constituting the longitudinal and horizontal dimensions by defining a ground support zone and a zone upper of the articulation of a marquee

L'objet de l'invention était donc de remédier à ces inconvénients en proposant une nouvelle conception de balancelle pliante, de fabrication et de montage simple, de faible encombrement, et pouvant être aisément transportés par une seule personne.The object of the invention was therefore to remedy these drawbacks by proposing a new folding swing design, manufacturing and mounting simple, compact, and can be easily transported by a single person.

Un autre but recherché était de concevoir sur une telle balancelle une nouvelle conception de l'assise qui offre un autre confort.Another goal sought was to design on such a swing a new design of the seat which offers another comfort.

Selon une première caractéristique de l'invention, la balancelle est remarquable :

  • en ce que les extrémités recourbées des éléments permettent l'engagement et la mise en rotation de tubes intermédiaires pour constituer ensemble les côtés latéraux et transversaux du cadre,
  • et en ce que des éléments profilés en L sont rapportés et fixés par rapport aux tubes intermédiaires par une partie de liaison tandis que les piètements se prolongent par des parties d'appui au sol :
  • et en ce que la partie d'assise est constituée par une armature tubulaire rectangulaire pivotante par rapport à des bras supports profilés en L mis en suspension par rapport au cadre, ladite partie d'assise ayant un mouvement de pivotement limité par rapport aux bras, ladite partie d'assise recevant une toile ou similaire formant hamac.
According to a first characteristic of the invention, the swing is remarkable:
  • in that the curved ends of the elements allow the engagement and rotation of intermediate tubes to together constitute the lateral and transverse sides of the frame,
  • and in that L-shaped elements are attached and fixed with respect to the intermediate tubes by a connecting part while the legs are extended by support parts on the ground:
  • and in that the seat part is constituted by a rectangular tubular frame pivoting with respect to L-shaped support arms suspended in relation to the frame, said seat part having a limited pivoting movement with respect to the arms, said seat part receiving a canvas or the like forming a hammock.

Ces buts et d'autres encore ressortiront bien de la suite de la description. Pour fixer l'objet de l'invention illustré d'une manière non limitative aux figures des dessins où :

  • La figure 1 est une vue en perspective à caractère schématique illustrant une balancelle selon l'art antérieur.
  • La figure 2 est une vue en perspective illustrant une balancelle pliante selon l'invention.
  • La figure 3 est une vue de côté selon la figure 2.
  • La figure 4 est une vue partielle de côté illustrant le relevage de la structure d'assise en vue du pliage de la balancelle.
  • La figure 5 est une vue illustrant le pliage de la balancelle par pivotement partiel de son piètement avant.
  • La figure 6 est une vue partielle en coupe illustrant la liaison par pivotement du piètement avant par rapport au cadre ou armature principale de la balancelle.
    Afin de rendre plus concret l'objet de l'invention, on le décrit maintenant d'une manière non limitative illustrée aux figures des dessins.
    • These and other objects will become apparent from the following description. To fix the subject of the invention illustrated in a nonlimiting manner in the figures of the drawings where:
  • Figure 1 is a schematic perspective view illustrating a swing according to the prior art.
  • Figure 2 is a perspective view illustrating a folding swing according to the invention.
  • FIG. 3 is a side view according to FIG. 2.
  • Figure 4 is a partial side view illustrating the lifting of the seat structure for folding the swing.
  • Figure 5 is a view illustrating the folding of the swing by partial pivoting of its front base.
  • Figure 6 is a partial sectional view illustrating the pivoting connection of the front base relative to the frame or main frame of the swing.
    In order to make the object of the invention more concrete, it is now described in a nonlimiting manner illustrated in the figures of the drawings.

    • La balancelle selon l'invention est référencée dans son ensemble par (1). Elle comprend un cadre rectangulaire (2) correspondant sensiblement à la longueur de la balancelle souhaitée et à la hauteur souhaitée de son chapiteau (C). Ce cadre est composé d'éléments (2.1) et (2.2) tubulaires constituant les côtés longitudinaux et horizontaux en définissant une zone d'appui (2.1.a) au sol et une zone supérieure (2.1.b) pour l'articulation du chapiteau. Chacun de ces éléments (2.1,2.2) de grande longueur présente des ailes d'extrémités recourbées (2.1.c ou 2.2.c) orientées à 90° l'une par rapport à l'autre, et définissant des zones d'embranchement des côtés latéraux. Ces éléments sont disposés à une certaine distance les uns des autres et vont permettre l'adaptation de tubes intermédiaires (3) complétant les côtés latéraux et transversaux, ces tubes recevant en bout d'extrémité des manchons (3.1) susceptibles de pénétrer à l'intérieur des ailes recourbées des côtés longitudinaux (2.1, 2.2). Après emmanchement, les tubes intermédiaires viennent en butée contre les chants en regard desdites ailes.The swing according to the invention is referenced as a whole by (1). She comprises a rectangular frame (2) corresponding substantially to the desired swing length and desired sound height marquee (C). This frame is composed of tubular elements (2.1) and (2.2) constituting the longitudinal and horizontal sides by defining an area support (2.1.a) on the ground and an upper zone (2.1.b) for the articulation of the marquee. Each of these elements (2.1,2.2) of great length has curved end wings (2.1.c or 2.2.c) oriented at 90 ° one by relation to each other, and defining side branching zones lateral. These elements are arranged at a certain distance from each other. others and will allow the adaptation of intermediate tubes (3) completing the lateral and transverse sides, these tubes receiving at the end of the sleeves (3.1) capable of penetrating inside the curved wings longitudinal sides (2.1, 2.2). After fitting, the tubes intermediaries abut against the edges opposite said wings.

    On obtient ainsi un montage libre et pivotant des tubes (3) par rapport aux côtés longitudinaux (2) et des ailes (2.1.c, 2.2.C).This gives free and pivotable mounting of the tubes (3) relative to the longitudinal sides (2) and wings (2.1.c, 2.2.C).

    Pour assurer la stabilité du cadre principal (2) ainsi conçu, sont disposés et fixés des piètements profilés (4) en L, dont une partie (4.1) est fixée par vissage, boulonnage (5) ou équivalent aux tubes intermédiaires (3) montés latéralement sur le cadre. Chaque profilé (4) présente dans sa partie inférieure un bras (4.2) de grande longueur situé dans un plan angulaire par rapport au cadre en constituant le plan d'appui de l'ensemble, la partie d'extrémité (4.3) étant courbée pour venir en contact avec le sol.To ensure the stability of the main frame (2) thus designed, are arranged and fixed L-shaped legs (4), part of which (4.1) is fixed by screwing, bolting (5) or equivalent to the intermediate tubes (3) mounted laterally on the frame. Each profile (4) present in its part lower an arm (4.2) of great length located in an angular plane by relation to the framework by constituting the support plan of the whole, the part end (4.3) being curved to come into contact with the ground.

    Ainsi, la balancelle est mise en stabilité lorsque le cadre vient en appui au sol et lorsque les piètements profilés latéraux sont ouverts en constituant une zone d'appui en trois points. Les piètements profilés peuvent ainsi pivoter sur 90° par rapport aux côtés latéraux du cadre (2) en étant soit déployés ouverts à 90°, soit pivoter en se situant dans le plan intérieur du cadre.Thus, the swing is stabilized when the frame comes to rest on the ground and when the lateral profiled legs are open, constituting a three-point support area. The profiled legs can thus pivot on 90 ° to the lateral sides of the frame (2) while being deployed open at 90 °, either rotate while being in the interior plane of the frame.

    La partie d'assise (6) est avantageusement constituée par une armature tubulaire rectangulaire avec des angles coudés en arrondi (6.1), cette armature étant réalisée pour s'intégrer dans le volume intérieur du cadre de la balancelle. Cette armature est maintenue en position en étant suspendue par des bras (7) profilés en L, dont l'extrémité supérieure (7.1) est accrochée en suspension à l'aide de moyens de rappel (8) au côté longitudinal supérieur (2.2) du cadre (2). Les bras dans leur partie avant (7.2), se situent en situation normale d'utilisation de la balancelle dans le même plan que l'armature formant assise (6).The seat part (6) is advantageously constituted by a frame rectangular tubular with rounded bent angles (6.1), this reinforcement being made to integrate into the interior volume of the frame of the swing. This frame is held in position by being suspended by L-shaped arms (7), the upper end (7.1) of which is hooked in suspension using return means (8) on the upper longitudinal side (2.2) of the frame (2). The arms in their front part (7.2), are in situation normal use of the swing in the same plane as the frame forming a seat (6).

    L'armature formant assise est articulée par rapport à la partie (7.2) du bras de suspension (7) par rapport à un axe de rotation (9) et dans une limite de basculement donnée. Plus particulièrement, il est prévu de disposer sur les côtés transversaux de l'armature d'assise (6) des pattes (10) profilées venant en débordement extérieur, pour venir en appui soit contre la partie supérieure avant du bras porteur (7.2), soit contre la partie arrière verticale (7.1) de suspension du bras porteur. Ces pattes sont rapportées de toute manière appropriée et permettent une limitatation du débattement angulaire de l'armature formant siège.The seat frame is articulated relative to the part (7.2) of the arm of suspension (7) relative to an axis of rotation (9) and within a limit of tipping given. More particularly, it is planned to have on the transverse sides of the seat frame (6) of the profiled legs (10) coming from in external overflow, to come into abutment either against the upper part front of the support arm (7.2), either against the vertical rear part (7.1) of suspension of the support arm. These legs are reported anyway appropriate and allow a limitation of the angular movement of the seat frame.

    Cette dernière de par sa forme, est agencée pour recevoir une garniture en tissu ou autres matériaux (11), en constituant ainsi un hamac. Cette garniture peut être fixée de toute manière appropriée pour être enlevée si nécessaire en vue de son nettoyage ou son changement. La largeur de tissu utilisée définit la profondeur de l'assise.
    Pour assurer une bonne tenue de l'ensemble, il peut être rapporté des entretoises de liaison (12) entre la partie inférieure de l'encadrement et le piètement. De manière particulière, ces entretoises sont fixées à la partie pivotante des tubes intermédiaires (3), de sorte qu'elles accompagnent dans leur mouvement les piètements lors du repliage de la balancelle.    The latter by its shape, is arranged to receive a fabric or other material covering (11), thus constituting a hammock. This packing can be fixed in any suitable way to be removed if necessary for cleaning or changing. The width of fabric used defines the depth of the seat.
    To ensure good performance of the assembly, connecting spacers (12) can be added between the lower part of the frame and the base. In particular, these spacers are fixed to the pivoting part of the intermediate tubes (3), so that they accompany in their movement the legs during the folding of the swing.

    Dans sa partie supérieure, le cadre permet le positionnement à articulation d'un chapiteau (C) recouvert d'un tissu ou autre élement de protection et à caractère décoratif.In its upper part, the frame allows articulation positioning a marquee (C) covered with a fabric or other protective element and decorative character.

    Il convient maintenant d'exposer les modalités d'utilisation de ce type de balancelle. En position d'utilisation, elle se présente dans la configuration de la figure 2. En vue de son pliage, on relève tout d'abord l'armature support formant siège (6) jusqu'à ce que les pattes latérales (10) viennent en butée contre la partie verticale ou sensiblement du bras de suspension (7). On procède ensuite au pivotement des piètements latéraux (4), qui entraíne simultanément la rotation des tubes intermédiaires (3) du cadre, jusqu'à ce que les piètements viennent dans un plan sensiblement sous-jacent au volume intérieur du cadre. Par cet effet de rotation, ils viennent alors bloquer en position l'armature formant assise. On procède ensuite au basculement du chapiteau.It is now necessary to explain the methods of using this type of swing. In the use position, it comes in the configuration of Figure 2. In view of its folding, the support frame is first raised forming a seat (6) until the lateral tabs (10) come into abutment against the vertical part or substantially of the suspension arm (7). We then proceeds to pivot the side legs (4), which causes simultaneously the rotation of the intermediate tubes (3) of the frame, until that the legs come in a plane substantially underlying the interior volume of the frame. By this rotation effect, they then block in position the seat frame. Then we switch the marquee.

    L'articulation des piètements entraíne également le mouvement accompagnant des traverses de liaison, ce qui confère la rigidité à l'ensemble. The articulation of the legs also causes movement accompanying connecting crosspieces, which gives rigidity to the whole.

    Les avantages ressortent bien de l'invention et on souligne notamment la simplicité d'un montage et d'un démontage de la balancelle, son très faible encombrement, son coût de revient peu élevé, et le nouveau type d'assise en hamac offrant une originalité par rapport à l'art antérieur. On souligne également la facilité de transport par une personne qui peut saisir la balancelle pliée à divers endroits et notamment son cadre d'assise pour le transporter.The advantages emerge clearly from the invention and in particular the simple assembly and disassembly of the swing, its very low space, its low cost price, and the new type of seat in hammock offering an originality compared to the prior art. We underline also the ease of transport by a person who can grasp the swing folded in various places including its seat frame for the carry.

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    1. Folding garden swing seat of the type comprising a rectangular frame (2) assembled with tubular elements (2.1, 2.2) constituting the longitudinal and horizontal sides and defining a zone resting against the ground (2.1.a) and an upper zone (2.1.b) on which a canopy structure (C) may be rotatingly connected;
         characterised in that the curved ends (2.1.c, 2.2.c) of the elements (2.1, 2.2) make it possible to insert and rotate intermediate tubes (3), the whole constituting the lateral and transverse sides of the frame,
      and in that L-shaped elements (4) are added and fixed to the intermediate tubes (3) by a linking part (4.1), their legs being extended by parts (4.2, 4.3) resting against the ground;
      and in that the seating part (6) is constituted by a rectangular tubular structure swivelling in relation to L-shaped support arms (7) suspended in relation to the frame (2), the said seating part (6) having a limited swivelling movement in relation to the arms, and the said seating part accommodating canvas or similar material so as to form a hammock.
    2. Folding garden swing seat as claimed in claim 1, characterised in that the intermediate tubes (3) have sleeves (3.1) at the ends, these said sleeves penetrating the inside of the tubular parts of the curved wings of the longitudinal sides (2.1, 2.2).
    3. Folding garden swing seat as claimed in claim 2, characterised in that the profiled legs (4) are fixed to the intermediate tubes by screwing or bolting (5).
    4. Folding garden swing seat as claimed in claim 3, characterised in that linking crosspieces are positioned between the intermediate tubes (3) and the leg part (4.2).
    5. Folding garden swing seat as claimed in claim 1, characterised in that the seating structure (6) comprises on its transverse sides profiled brackets overlapping on the outside so as to rest against either the front upper part (7.1) of the support arm or against the vertical rear suspension part (7.2) of the support arm.
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