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Dispensing nozzle for vacuum assist vapor recovery system

US4429725A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 30, 1981
Grant dateFeb 7, 1984
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Expiry dateDec 30, 2001

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB67D7/54
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A liquid dispensing nozzle suitable for use in automobile service stations having vacuum assist vapor recovery systems is disclosed. This nozzle incorporates a check valve for closing the vapor return conduit means at all times when liquid is not being dispensed and a liquid responsive means in the vapor return conduit means for automatically shutting off the dispensing of liquid in the event liquid is aspirated into the vapor return conduit means.

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