Field repairable apparatus for use in filling containers to a predetermined level
US5090442A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 22, 1991 |
| Grant date | Feb 25, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/7504
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus is disclosed for filling a container to a predetermined level with liquid provided from an external liquid supply means. The apparatus includes a main valve and a main valve seat for controlling the supply of liquid to the container. A lower valve housing is provided for supporting the main valve and main valve seat. An upper cap housing is also provided which is in fluid communication between the external liquid supply means and the main valve. Together, the lower and upper housings form a manually releasably connected valve assembly which is removably insertable into the container.
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