Abstract: A filter for a carpet cleaning device and method for using therefor includes a casing and a partition that extends into the casing to define a primary chamber and a secondary chamber within the casing. A main siphon with an inverted U-shape is mounted in the partition. One end of the siphon extends into the primary chamber while the other end of the siphon extends into the secondary chamber. An auxiliary siphon is located within the secondary chamber, and a pump is attached in fluid communication with the auxiliary siphon. During operation, a wastewater/debris stream is transported into the filter. The stream collects in the primary chamber and establishes a primary fluid level therein. As the primary fluid level rises, carpet fibers and other insoluble debris settle in the primary chamber. Once the primary fluid level is even with the siphon, wastewater fluid is transported from the primary chamber to the secondary chamber and establishes a secondary fluid level therein.

Abstract: A plant watering system in accordance with the present invention includes a container having a bottom formed with a plurality of drain openings and a plurality of leg structures. Each leg structure has a lower section which is separated from an upper section by an abutment structure. The leg structures are formed of a material that provides sufficient structural integrity for supporting the container and the associated soil and plant therein. The upper section of each leg structure is inserted into a respective opening to thereby engage the abutment structure with the bottom of the container. The container is then placed in a reservoir of water. With this configuration, the lower sections of the leg structures extend into water. The leg structures draw water from the reservoir and deliver the water to the soil and plant roots. At the same time, the leg structures function to space-apart the reservoir from the container to prevent direct contact between the container bottom and the water.

Abstract: A cable tester is provided having a receive unit comprising a cylindrical housing with open ends, a connector which is attached to one open end, and a plurality of light-emitting diodes (LED's) which are mounted within the other end and are electrically connected to the connector. The connector is attached to the end of a cable to be tested. For cables having phantom power, the phantom power energizes the connector and LED's, and the LED's illuminate in a predetermined manner according to the operating condition of the cable. Utilizing the phantom power, the tester is able to indicate whether the cable being tested is functional and, if not, what specifically is wrong with the audio cable, even when only one end of the cable is accessible. In the event the cable does not have phantom power, and provided the other end is also accessible, the tester is further provided with a send unit having a voltage source which is connected to the other end of the cable.