Abstract: In one embodiment, a system is provided for performing at least one service operation in association with at least one inspected item.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method is provided for performing a fluid process within a machine having a fluid system including at least two reservoirs of different types of fluids. The method includes the steps of identifying a first reservoir for use in performing a fluid process; (a) adjusting a configuration of a valve system operatively coupled to the fluid system to permit a fluid evacuation process to be performed for the reservoir, (b) subsequently performing the fluid evacuation process for the reservoir, (c) subsequently adjusting the configuration of the valve system to permit a fluid refill process to be performed for the reservoir, (d) subsequently performing the fluid refill process for the reservoir; and, subsequently identifying an additional reservoir and performing at least one of the steps (a), (b), (c) and (d) for the additional reservoir, wherein the first reservoir includes a fluid of a type which is different from a type of a fluid of the additional reservoir.

Abstract: An engine pump is provided which operates with an internal combustion engine or as a supplemental pump or as used in a stand alone device, and includes an internal vent for improved pump and motor durability. The pump is operably and sealably connected to a motor and adapted for connection with a source of fluid and a discharge means. An internal vent is positioned in between an armature shaft of bore along an inlet port thereby decreasing the pressure in the area of the seal. Alternatively, a valve is positioned between the inlet and outlet ports to selectively permit fluid pumped between the inlet and outlet ports to pass through when the outlet port is flow restricted.

Abstract: A portable fluid transfer conduit is disclosed having an elongated flexible conduit having an inlet and outlet port. A coupling is postured at the inlet port for receiving fluid from a fluid source such as prelubrication pump. A flow control member is located at the discharge end which includes an activator for controlling the flow of fluid. The flow control member may include a handheld pump where the fluid source does not have a powered flow.

Abstract: A fluid transfer system includes elongated conduits connected at one end with couplings to a plurality of fluid reservoirs of a machine or engine and at the other end with a control valve for selective quick evacuation. Evacuation is powered by a pump operably connected to the control valve. Another embodiment includes a first pump for the evacuation of an engine oil reservoir and a second pump for the selective evacuation of transmission and hydraulic fluid reservoirs. The control valve and the pumps may be operated remotely through electrical switches on brackets or on a service panel. Associated methods of removing fluids and replacing fluids from a plurality of reservoirs includes coupling the fluid transfer system to the reservoirs.

Abstract: A fluid transfer system includes elongated conduits connected at one end with couplings to a plurality of fluid reservoirs of a machine or engine and at the other end with a control valve for selective quick evacuation. Evacuation is powered by a pump operably connected to the control valve. Another embodiment includes a first pump for the evacuation of an engine oil reservoir and a second pump for the selective evacuation of transmission and hydraulic fluid reservoirs. The control valve and the pumps may be operated remotely through electrical switches on brackets or on a service panel. Associated methods of removing fluids and replacing fluids from a plurality of reservoirs includes coupling the fluid transfer system to the reservoirs.

Abstract: A portable fluid transfer conduit is disclosed having an elongated flexible conduit having an inlet and outlet port. A coupling is postured at the inlet port for receiving fluid from a fluid source such as prelubrication pump. A flow control member is located at the discharge end which includes an activator for controlling the flow of fluid. The flow control member may include a handheld pump where the fluid source does not have a powered flow.

Abstract: A fluid pump includes a pump housing with a pump cavity in which a first and second gear are positioned for pumping fluid. The first gear is operably connected to a motor for rotation and the second gear is rotatably mounted to a shaft for geared rotation with the first gear. Fluid inlet and outlet ports are located in communication with the pump cavity and adapted respectively for connection with a source of fluid and a discharge means. A bypass valve is positioned between the inlet and outlet ports to selectively permit fluid pumped between the inlet and outlet ports to pass through it when the outlet port is flow restricted. The bypass valve is normally closed to fluid pumped by said first and second gears to flow from said inlet port to said outlet port, but is opened to permit flow to cavitate when not desired to pump.

Abstract: A stackable insert for use in organizing the family members in a family of top opening military type ammunition boxes wherein each family member has the same base dimensions but a different height than other members in the family of boxes. The insert includes a rectangular shaped open top container and a flat lid that is hinged to one side wall of the container and secured at closure by a positive snap over latching mechanism. A pair of finger holes, or other lifting means, are provided in the lid which provides for easy lifting of the insert. A panel type separator divides the container into compartments. The insert is dimensioned so that a plurality of inserts can be stacked in each member sized ammunition box to maximize the usable space within each size box.

Abstract: A portable fluid transfer conduit is disclosed having an elongated flexible conduit having an inlet and outlet port. A coupling is postured at the inlet port for receiving fluid from a fluid source such as prelubrication pump. A flow control member is located at the discharge end which includes an activator for controlling the flow of fluid. The flow control member may include a portable pump where the fluid source does not have a powered flow.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to an apparatus for providing current. The apparatus comprises a voltage regulator for regulating output voltage of a generating device to a predetermined level. The apparatus is also comprised of a voltage boost circuit for maintaining a desired current out of the voltage regulator at lower efficiencies. The voltage boost circuit is in electrical communication with the voltage regulator. In a preferred embodiment, the voltage boost circuit includes means for storing energy and means for controlling when the storing means stores or releases its energy.

Abstract: Apparatus for changing oil in an engine that has a main oil pump for circulating oil through an oil filter attached to a filter head of the engine. The apparatus preferably includes an adapter ring that has at least one passage for receiving oil from the filter head and at least one auxiliary port that communicates with at least one passage. The invention includes a coupler for attaching the adapter ring to the filter head such that a fluid-tight seal is achieved between the adapter ring and the filter head. The coupler permits the adapter ring to be selectively indexable relative to the filter head about a first axis. The coupler further enables the oil filter to be removably attached thereto such that a fluid-tight seal is achieved between the oil filter and the adapter ring. A coupling assembly is attached to each auxiliary port for selectively blocking the port and permitting the port to be opened upon attachment of a first conduit thereto.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an electrical bypass timer circuit for temporarily disabling a delay feature which would otherwise prevent activation of a system until the delay has lapsed. During the period that the bypass timer circuit is active, the delay feature is overridden, allowing the system to be activated. After the bypass timer circuit has deactivated, the delay feature becomes operative, preventing activation of the system until the delay has lapsed. The bypass timer circuit can be used with any system where a delay is desired prior to system activation, to eliminate that delay when permitted by system operating characteristics. The bypass timer circuit can take the form of a software-driven computer processor, a solid-state digital logic control network, or a network of discrete electrical components incorporating a timing function.

Abstract: A two-piece, high top shoe tree includes a toe member that has a distal tip end and a proximal end. The toe member is insertable into a toe portion of a respective shoe and formed to support the toe portion of the shoe. The shoe tree also includes a heel member that is insertable into a heel portion of the respective shoe and formed to support the heel portion thereof. The heel member has a forward end and a top end. The shoe tree is further provided with a quick release mechanism for securing the toe member to the heel member so that the toe member and the heel member may be assembled together and inserted into the respective shoe to give support thereto.

Abstract: A combination garment display form and hanger that includes a molded plastic shell having a front face depicting at least part of a human torso. The shell further contains a hanger slot recessed into the upper part of the shell that is specifically contoured to complement display racks of various sizes and shapes. The shell has a rearwardly disposed peripheral wall about its perimeter that contains spaced strap receiving indentations recessed into the peripheral wall with adjacent indentations being separated with a flat section of wall so that a garment can be wrapped smoothly over the indentations.

Abstract: A hosiery display device has a plurality of stocking forms mounted on a support housing such that the stocking forms are arrayed in a fan-like configuration. The thigh ends of the stocking forms are scalloped, and these are then held onto a keyed shaft by associated disc-like positioning members which have interengaging peripheral scalloping. The support housing is formed of two identical mating support housing halves, which support the shaft and are held together by the same.

Abstract: A stocking display device having a plurality of stocking forms mounted on a support in such a manner that each form can be moved into a number of different angular positions whereby a fan-like arrangement of the forms can be achieved. The support for the forms includes positive locking means to securely hold each stocking form in the angularly adjusted position into which it has been moved.