Abstract: An operator protection device for use in connection with the operation of a sewer and/or catch basin cleaner containing a pressurized water hose, wherein the device comprises a first protective enclosure portion and a second enclosure member comprising a tubular sleeve of tough, flexible material slidably containing an exposed portion of the pressurized hose for protection of the lower extremities of an operator in the event of hose rupture or disconnection of a coupling member used to join sections of the pressurized water hose, and for ease in access and visiblity to the sewer and/or catch basin.

Abstract: A sewer and catch basin cleaner includes a system for injecting water under pressure into a sewer for cleaning same and a vacuum loading system for removing water and debris from the sewer catch basin. The cleaner includes a water storage tank for providing the cleaning water and a body for receiving the material removed from the catch basin or manhole. A water reclamation system is provided for replenishing the water tank from the body to facilitate uninterrupted operation of the device. The cleaner further includes a system for directing water from the body to the catch basin when sufficient water is in the water tank and a sensing arrangement for automatically keeping the desired amount of water in the respective containers. The body of the sewer cleaner of the present invention also includes a tailgate and an ejector plate for pushing debris from the body when cleaning is completed or when the body is full of debris.

Abstract: A sewer and catch basin cleaner includes a system for injecting water under pressure into a sewer lateral for cleaning same and a vacuum loading system for removing the cleaning water and resultant debris from the sewer catch basin or manhole. The cleaner includes a water storage tank for providing the cleaning water and a body for receiving the liquid and debris removed from the catch basin or manhole. Water filtration and reclamation means are provided intermediate the body and water tank to provide a continuous supply of cleaning water without the need for interrupting operation of the cleaner to load water. This feature reduces the total amount of clean water which is consumed during sewer cleaning.

Abstract: A hose reel apparatus is disclosed which permits proper winding and unwinding of a hose, for example the water hose of a sewer cleaning machine. The apparatus includes a reel, preferably a power driven reel, for winding and unwinding a hose and a series of rollers coupled together by links. The rollers are positioned on the outside circumference of the hose windings in such a manner that a radial force is exerted on the hose causing hose windings to remain tight against the core of the reel. The preferred embodiment also includes means for holding the rollers against the windings whether the hose is fully wound, fully unwound or partially unwound, i.e. regardless of the circumference of the hose windings. This latter feature is accomplished by providing spring means coupled to the rollers and links to urge the rollers into contact with the hose.