Front load skimmer/filter for spas and pools
US4637873A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 16, 1985 |
| Grant date | Jan 20, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D2201/18
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A combination skimmer and filter apparatus for filtering water drawn from the surface of a water-filled spa is disclosed. The apparatus includes a housing that is attached to a side wall of the spa, a filter positioned within the housing, a strainer basket that is positioned within the housing and above the filter, an access door that is releasably coupled to the housing and that opens for access to the filter and strainer basket, and a weir plate that is pivotably coupled to the top of the access door.
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