Abstract: A device for the collection of waste oil and other liquids including a closeable receptacle and a support. The receptacle is positioned for vertical height adjustment with respect to the support by means of a downwardly extending open-ended boss in telescopic receipt of a post upwardly extending from the support. Stop means are included on the boss such that the positioning of the receptacle may be achieved by one hand of the user while leaving the user free with his or her other hand. Such above action is additionally facilitated by an inwardly extending recess in the side walls of the support.

Abstract: A device for the convenient collection and disposal of liquids and particularly liquids such as automobile waste oil is disclosed. The device includes a receptacle comprising a bottom wall and peripheral side walls defining in part an open central portion having a downwardly inwardly extending funnel-shaped central wall adapted for initial receipt of such liquid. The funnel terminates in a valved conduit which projects beneath the bottom wall of the receptacle so as to conveniently provide access for containers and the like into which the waste oil may then be directed. A detachable cover adapted to enclose the open central portion of the receptacle is provided so that when the cover is in place the receptacle may be used for the temporary storage and transportation of such waste oil in a convenient and clean manner.