Abstract: A tea/coffee pot includes a pot body designed to be filled with a liquid, and a strainer body which is arranged therein and is pivotable by way of a handling device between a submerged position and an emerged position. The strainer body includes at least one compartment for receiving an additional substance, such as tea leaves, ground coffee. The handling device includes a pull element for pivoting the strainer body, and the pot body has a guiding device in which the pull element is displaceably guided along a predetermined path for pivoting the strainer body.

Abstract: A water purifying cartridge, attached to an empty polyethylene terephthalate or PET bottle integrally formed with a seat member, including: a flange member having substantially the same diameter as an outer shape of a spout of the bottle and a thickness portion screwed to water-tightly fit an inner portion of a screw cap of the bottle; a water charging/discharging mouth portion opened to a substantially central portion of the flange member; a hollow neck portion inserted inside of the spout of the bottle adjacent to the flange member and having projected portions; a filter portion under the neck portion; an extractable/contractable adjusting portion adjacent to the filter portion; a cylindrical portion adjacent to the adjusting portion; and a water purifying portion having an outer periphery with clearances for passing water therethrough. The adjusting portion, the cylindrical portion and the water purifying portion all containing water purifying agents.

Abstract: A water conservation apparatus for recycling wasted water from spills on sidewalks or from water runoff found in street gutters. The water conservation apparatus has a shovel-like scoop component that is capable of scooping the water into the scoop and temporarily holding the water. A pump component fluidly connected to the trapped water held by the scoop is capable of removing the trapped water held by the scoop via a conduit network. The water may be discharged from the pump through a tube to any desired location that the operator chooses, such as, delivering the retrieved water to irrigate a garden or a residential lawn.

Abstract: A filter (20) has a removable cover (30) releasably engaging and gripping an end cap (40) of a filter element (34) including upon removal from the filter housing (22). The cover has a plurality of axially extending cantilever legs (102, 104) gripping a mushroom-shaped boss (118) on the end cap.

Abstract: A modular system for putting together different sized filter elements, especially filter elements having different lengths, more particularly filter devices for hydraulic fluids, comprising a support tube that defines an inner cavity in the corresponding filter element, said tube being surrounded by a filter mat that is substantially cylindrical and that matches the different dimensions and having passages to let the fluid pass through. The filter elements also contain at least one coupling member enabling connection on the end side of a corresponding support tube to an additional support tube having a location on the end side for interacting with and locking on the coupling member. Each coupling member is embodied as an attachment plug element with a crown consisting of interspaced tabs extending in axial direction and hooks for snapping on the location of the attached support tube.

Abstract: A disposable filter cartridge, in which the entire filter cartridge is disposable. The filter cartridge includes a tubular filter element substantially permanently retained to a lid such that the filter element cannot be removed from the lid without extreme force. The filter element includes a ring of filter media having ends potted in cup shaped end caps. The lid includes a central hub that is inserted through the opening in on of the end caps and ultrasonically deformed or flared radially outward to provide a lip that engages the top end cap for axial retention. The filter element is free floating and can be moved or tilted a small degree axially and can also be freely rotated relative to the lid.

Abstract: A filtration system is described for a water garden having a reservoir 10. The reservoir includes a lid 14 and a tubular intake 26 connected to a water line 20 for receiving unfiltered water. The improvement includes a cup-shaped retainer 40 and one or more upright filters 60. The retainer includes a side wall tubular intake 48 mated to the reservoir intake 26 and a lower surface having an opening 50 supporting the filter upper end and may also include a handle 52 supported on the reservoir rim. The filter encompasses the opening so that substantially all unfiltered water entering the retainer intake portion flows downwardly into the upright filter. The retainer is removable from the reservoir and the filter may be removable from the retainer by handle 68.

Abstract: A filter bag (1) comprises a first thin plastic film (22); a second thin plastic film (21) having substantially the same size with the first plastic film and sealed to the first plastic film at a first side-peripheral edge (2a), a second side-peripheral edge (2b) opposite to the first side-peripheral edge and a bottom peripheral edge (2d) thereof to provide an open-top interior, and a filter sheet (5) having a length substantially equal to the first and second plastic films and a width smaller than the first and second plastic films. The filter sheet has a first longitudinal edge (5a) interposed and sealed together between the first side-peripheral edges of the first and second plastic films and a second longitudinal edge (5b), opposite to the first longitudinal edge, sealed to the inside of the first plastic film at an intermediate position in width of the filter bag.

Abstract: A trash trap for liquid manure disposal systems that has cylindrical housing with an open interior. The housing has a first end with an inlet port and an outlet port in its side wall. The cylindrical housing also has a removable cylindrical filter that has a fluid opening in its side walls and is detachably mounted along a centerline of the housing. The cylindrical filter has a diameter that is less than the inner diameter of the housing so that fluid can enter the housing through the inlet port and exit through the outlet port. Also, on the second end of the housing there is a detachable cap around an access opening.

Abstract: A system for separating particles from fluid which includes a receptacle for containing the fluid, a lid for covering the receptacle, and a filter assembly which includes a filter component shaped to fit the receptacle, an o-ring encircling the perimeter of the filter component for securing the filter assembly in the receptacle, and at least two baffles attached to the bottom of the filter component for reducing the motion of the fluid around and through the filter assembly.

Abstract: There is disclosed a swimming pool skimmer basket handle capable of being attached to a swimming pool skimmer basket, in which the handle has a column that positions a grip of the handle above the top of the skimmer basket when the handle is attached to the skimmer basket. The column of the handle also positions the grip of the handle above the top of the water level in a skimmer well when the handle is attached to the skimmer basket and the skimmer basket is located within the skimmer well. The improved accessibility of the grip of the handle significantly minimizes the unpleasantness associated with removing and cleaning a swimming pool skimmer basket. There is also disclosed an improved reversible weight for a skimmer basket. The reversible weight is capable of being attached to a skimmer basket in two configurations. A number of alternate embodiments of the invention are also disclosed.

Abstract: A filter for use in a waste water discharge system including a first channel defining a receptacle for a filter and a second channel connected generally orthogonally to the first channel providing an outlet from the filter receptacle. The filter has an axial support of a pre-selected length, a plurality of bristles fixed to the axial support extending radially outward to define an outer margin. The outer margin of the bristles, at some portions along the pre-selected length, are at least equal to an inside dimension of the channel defining the receptacle. A handle is fixed to the axial support facilitating the placement and withdrawal of the filter element in the filter receptacle. A shield member is provided that is generally conformable to the inside surface of the filter receptacle. The shield member has a length dimension sufficient to cover the outlet leading to the second channel for blocking any flow of waste water into the second channel during replacement of the filter element.

Abstract: A fryer filtration arrangement includes an oil drain pan and associated filter assembly. The filter assembly may be removably connected to the pan by a friction fit coupling arrangement. The pan may be positioned in latch-free movable drawer. The fryer vat may be shaped such that particulate matter settles therein along a substantially linear region and oil circulated during a filtration operation may flow along the substantially linear region to push the settled particulate matter to the pan and filter assembly.

Abstract: A sewer basket and its support are to be positioned at any selected level within a vertical sewer pipe having an interior surface and an opening, of reduced size or not, at street level. The basket support is secured to the interior surface of the sewer pipe to receive the basket that includes a plurality of filter units adjacently and releasably resting on the basket support. Each filter unit is so sized as to get through the sewer opening while being in a substantially horizontal orientation. Each filter unit includes a frame, a filter screen secured to and extending across the frame, and a handle device accessible from the pipe opening to properly position, place and retrieve the unit on and from the basket support respectively. The basket support includes an intermediate support having a generally flat lattice shape that abuttingly rests thereon and that abuttingly supports the filter units.

Abstract: A plastic floor drain for use with a floor sink in which a thin lip is provided around the outside of an upper edge to provide good engagement with the sides of the floor sink to prevent leakage between the sides of the floor sink and the sides of the floor drain. Also, in order to provide controlled nesting, a recess and interacting tabs are provided to control the depth of nesting. An alternative structure to provide controlled nesting is a recess in each side that provides an inside projecting surface on which an upper filter basket floor rests.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a point-of-use water treatment system unit. The unit includes a filter housing assembly having a filter tank assembly and a closure which utilizes a handle and cammed reciprocating lock blades to secure the closure to the filter tank assembly. A UV tank assembly includes a planar baffle plate and a vaned baffle plate to induce plug flow about a UV lamp assembly. A UV lamp assembly is used which simultaneously electrically and sealingly mounts to a UV tank assembly and electrical cap assembly using a bayonet mount. A bi-planar manifold assembly is used to interconnect components of the WTS unit and to provide an envelope for accommodating a water pipe assembly. The bi-planar manifold assembly enhances the compactness of the design of the WTS unit. Also, a support plate is disclosed which provides support to subcomponents of the WITS unit while also dissipating heat from a UV tank assembly.

Abstract: A liquid shield and a funnel in combination with the liquid shield is disclosed. The funnel includes at least one side wall defining a cavity within the funnel and it has a drain opening generally on the bottom surface of the funnel. A rim along the upper edge of the side wall defines a mouth of the funnel. A handle is provided on the funnel. Spaced apart receptacles are positioned on the side wall in relation to the handle. The liquid shield includes a body portion which extends over at least a portion of the cavity of the funnel and is positioned adjacent the handle. The shield includes attachment portions extending from the body which are engageable with the receptacles for removably retaining the shield on the funnel. A flange extends from a portion of the shield and abuts an inside surface of the side wall of the funnel generally blocking passage of material between the shield and the funnel.

Abstract: The structural integrity of opposed spaced-apart end plates of caged filter cartridge assemblies is provided solely by individual filter cartridges in the assembly. Preferably, the end plates of the filter cartridge assembly are provided with seat recesses to receive an end portion of respective filter cartridges therein. An annular lock ring associated with each seat recess immovably locks the filter cartridge end portions therewithin. In such a manner, each of the individual filter cartridges serves to structurally unite the opposed spaced-apart end plates one to another in the absence of a tie rod so that the collective torsional and longitudinal rigidity of the assembly is significantly enhanced as compared to conventional tie rod caged filter cartridge assemblies.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for qualitatively or quantitatively determining one or more analytes in matrices such as foods, biological fluids, etc. An embodiment for determination of a single analyte comprises a sample receiving vessel, a first membrane and a reagent-containing well. The prepared sample passes through the first membrane whereby extraneous matter is removed, and a filtrate enters the reagent-containing well to provide a filtrate-reagent admixture from which the analyte may be determined. An embodiment for determination for multiple analytes includes one or more additional membranes in series with the first membrane, each such additional membrane being operative to capture one or more analytes. Each of the additional analytes may then be eluted from the membrane upon which it has been captured, into a separate reagent-containing well to provide eluant-reagent admixture from which each desired analyte may be determined. Formulations for preparation additives are also included.

Abstract: A filter, in particular for the lubricating oil of an internal combustion engine, which includes a pot-shaped filter housing (10), a support tube (11) disposed therein and a filter element (14) secured on the support tube (11). The filter element is essentially made up of a filtering material which is folded in a pleated manner and has plates (15 and 16) at its ends. The filter housing provides a direct seal between itself and a flange (19), and the support tube is provided with a screw-on thread (21).

Abstract: A pre-filter is for use in a skimmer basket of a hot tub. The pre-filter comprises a stabilizing ring and a shallow shaped cleanable filter permanently secured together. The stabilizing ring is dimensioned for placement within the skimmer basket or on a rim of the skimmer basket. The cleanable filter is made of a water porous synthetic material. Debris is trapped on the shaped cleanable filter as hot tub water is pulled through it on its way to a primary filter apparatus. The pre-filter is easily separated from the skimmer basket, cleaned if desired or simply replaced with a new pre-filter. A paper filter cartridge of the primary filter apparatus in the hot tub has its life significantly increased by use of the pre-filter.

Abstract: A fuel filter for use in a fuel filter/pump/sensor module and method of making same provides an in-tank fuel filter having a novel retaining member for securing the body of the filter in a position adjacent the housing of a fuel pump to which it is connected. The filter includes a fabric body, an in-situ molded outlet fitting on the top side of the fabric body and runners or contact points on the underside of the body. The fabric body may be a single folded fabric swatch or a plurality of swatches sealed about the open edges. The outlet fitting cooperatively engages the inlet of a fuel pump. A retaining member formed on the periphery of the body engages the housing of the fuel pump and positions the filter body adjacent the housing.

Abstract: A filter cartridge assembly, and method for constructing the same, wherein the assembly has at least two axially adjacent filter cells separated by a spacer ring and a lifting means having a mounting portion with an opening formed therein for surrounding the outer periphery of the spacer ring. The lifting means also includes opposed elongated arms which extend radially outwardly from the central mounting portion and have gripping portions for facilitating lifting the filter cartridge assembly.

Abstract: A filter assembly for a faucet includes a filtering element accommodated within a filter body. A sleeve is disposed within a neck portion of the filter body. A lock ring is sleeved threadably on the filter body, and pushes a ball to project partially from an inner surface of the neck portion so that the ball presses downwardly against a stop shoulder of the sleeve, thereby preventing upward removal of the sleeve from the neck portion. In assembly, when the sleeve is mounted into the neck portion, a curved pushing surface of the sleeve pushes the ball to project partially from an outer surface of the neck portion. Subsequently, when the lock ring is mounted on the filter body, it pushes the ball to project partially from the inner surface of the neck portion.

Abstract: A transmission fluid filter assembly includes a filter media, a fluid discharge conduit associated with the filter media, a magnetic particle trap, and a connector arranged to lie under the filter media and the magnetic particle trap. The connector is adapted to be coupled to a filter mount provided at an opening in a transmission pan to support the filter media, fluid discharge conduit, and magnetic particle trap in an interior region of a transmission pan containing transmission fluid to be filtered. The magnetic particle trap attracts and retains particles of ferrous material to minimize discharge of such particles from the transmission pan through the fluid discharge conduit.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fluid dispenser. The flow of either filter or unfiltered fluid may be selected by positioning an actuator that also contains the filter. Selection is accomplished by positioning the actuator within two planes that are not coincident, or by positioning the actuator along a single axis.

Abstract: A waste water filter comprises a shield comprising a vertical peripheral wall defining a shield interior. The shield further includes an inlet for the entry of unfiltered wastewater into the shield interior. A shield filter element is disposed within the shield interior. An outlet in fluid communication with the second interior location for discharging filtered waste water is also included into the waste water filter. The shield filter element includes at least one filter surface having filter surface openings for the passage of relatively clear water while restricting the passage of solids larger than the openings. The shield filter element, when disposed within the shield, separates the shield interior into first and second interior locations. Unfiltered or partially filtered waste water in the first interior location is separated from filtered waste water in the second location by the shield filter element. The shield filter element is removable from the shield.

Abstract: A filter for filtering particulate matter from liquids adapted to be received in a filter casing having a casing wall and an outlet is provided. The filter includes a filter element having a plurality of openings therein for filtering particulate matter while allowing liquids to pass therethrough, the filter element comprising a first section located proximate to the outlet and a second section adjacent to the first section. The filter element is receivable in the casing and is spaced apart therefrom such that the filter element and the casing wall define a space therebetween. A seal separates the first and second sections and prevents the flow of liquid therearound in the space. The seal is located below the outlet. A lower end member closes a lower end of the filter element, the lower end member preventing the flow of unfiltered liquid and particulate matter into the filter element.

Abstract: A water-filtering kit has a filter container (1, 28, 32, 37, 41). A water filter (8) is positioned on an interior portion of the filter container. A filter-inlet connection (9) on the water filter is positioned in tube-access proximity to an inlet-tube aperture (10) in the filter container. Similarly, a filter-outlet connection (11) on the water filter is positioned in tube-access proximity to an outlet-tube aperture (12) in the filter container. The filter container is sized and shaped to contain an inlet tube (13) and an outlet tube (14) which can include one or more hoses in a compacted mode that includes winding, spooling and rolling. The filter container has a container top (7, 31, 36, 40) proximate which or to which a filter head (25) of the filter is attached. The filter, the inlet tube and the outlet tube are positioned in the filter container for storage and transportation. The inlet tube and the outlet tube can have quick disconnects (21, 22, 23, 24).

Abstract: A spin-on oil filter cartridge has a can with a gripping portion at the free end comprising seven concave, arcuate flutes which are spaced from one another. The seven arcuate flutes provide an ergonomically configuration which facilitates removal of the filter cartridge by hand. If the filter cartridge is too tightly engaged to be removed for replacement purposes, a tool in the form of a socket wrench is provided wherein the tool includes a socket portion which compliments the gripping portion of the filter cartridge. The tool further includes a knob fixed thereto which provides increased hand purchase which facilitates rotation of the spin-on oil filter cartridge.

Abstract: A waste water filter comprises a shield comprising a vertical peripheral wall defining a shield interior. The shield further includes an inlet for the entry of unfiltered wastewater into the shield interior. A shield filter element is disposed within the shield interior. The shield filter element includes at least one filter surface having filter surface openings for the passage of relatively clear water while restricting the passage of solids larger than the openings. The shield filter element, when disposed within the shield, separates the shield interior into first and second interior locations. Unfiltered or partially filtered waste water in the first interior location is separated from filtered waste water in the second location by the shield filter element. The shield filter element is removable from the shield. Unfiltered or partially filtered waste water entering the shield interior after shield filter element removal will enter the first and second interior locations within the shield.

Abstract: A collection device is provided for collecting floating leaves, bugs, and other surface debris in a swimming pool. A leaf net is attached to a bracket that is clamped/mounted to the edge of a swimming pool. The leaf net extends a minimal horizontal distance into the water of a pool to minimize swimmer interference, has a low profile so that it will not interfere with a pool cover, and easily slides off of the mounting pole for containment of and removal of collected debris.

Abstract: A water tank is proposed with a filter cartridge especially for use in automatic vending machines in which the risk of contamination and bed compaction of the filter bed are reduced or avoided. This is accomplished according to the invention by the water inlet opening of filter cartridge being located at the bottom, with a passageway provided for the water to pass through filter cartridge upward and a descending drop line to guide the water to drain of water tank, located at the bottom.

Abstract: A pool skimmer system for facilitating the removal of debris from pools. The pool skimmer system includes a skimmer assembly, which is substantially buoyant for facilitating skimming along a top surface of a pool and designed for collecting debris, and a handle assembly which includes a proximal end pivotally coupled to the skimmer assembly and a distal end designed for grasping by a human hand is used to facilitate placement of the skimmer assembly in an interior position of the top surface of the pool being skimmed.

Abstract: A fuel filter assembly includes a filter element positioned within a hollow cylindrical filter housing and attached to the filter housing such that the filter element and filter housing rotate in unison. The filter housing includes an integral gripping surface, such as longitudinal ribs.

Abstract: A purifier for filtering and purifying a fluid, such as water, comprises a pressure vessel for holding a purifying element for filtering and purifying the fluid, the pressure vessel having inlet and outlet members for introducing the fluid into the pressure vessel and for removing the fluid from the pressure vessel. A first end cap closes a first opening in the housing of the pressure vessel, and a sealing member located between the first end cap and the housing of the pressure vessel seals between the first end cap and the housing. A first removable retaining yoke extends between the housing and the first end cap for securing the first end cap to the housing. Level compensating support members are provided for supporting the pressure vessel above a surface on which the purifier rests in a secure, non-wobbling manner. Optionally, a by-pass channel and a by-pass valve are provided to cause the fluid to by-pass the purifying element, when filtered/purified fluid is not desired.

Abstract: A tool for cleaning debris from swimming pools includes a frame, a corresponding net, and retaining means for retaining the net on the frame. The preferred retaining means is an elongated strip of resilient, flexible material, having a generally U-shaped cross-section. The web portion of the cross-section includes an exterior surface smoothly shaped between its two edges to urge debris from the pool into the net. The leg portions of the cross-section include gripping portions to assist in engaging and/or disengaging the retaining means from the frame, to permit the net to be assembled, changed or replaced. The preferred frame of the tool is fabricated from metal and includes an elongated, curved frame portion with its ends welded to a tubular attachment member, to permit attachment of the tool to a handle, pole or similar structure. A corresponding preferred method of use is also disclosed.

Abstract: An assembly for connection to the drain of a cooking appliance which diverts low volume flow effluent from the drain is disclosed. The assembly includes a pipe defining a main flow channel. An auxiliary exit port is connected to the pipe in such a way that the low volume flow will be diverted from the pipe into the auxiliary exit port. A hot water entry pipe port is also connected to the pipe and is in connection with a hot water source which provides a flow of hot water into the pipe. Additionally, a solenoid valve regulates the flow of hot water into the pipe.

Abstract: An apparatus for absorbing, containing, immobilizing, transporting and disposing of quantities of used cooking oil and/or other oils and hydrocarbons, comprising decomposed organic matter and/or inorganic matter.

Abstract: A buoyant, pool skimming device for removing floating debris from swimming pools. The device includes a skimmer frame mounting plural flotation, buoyancy members removably secured to the frame. The respective members each comprise an elongated elastomeric member, having a snap engaging channel for attachment to the frame, and a light weight foam body secured thereabout.

Abstract: A cooking oil storage and filtering system for filtering and storing used cooking oil prior to reuse. The cooking oil storage and filtering system includes an housing assembly with a funnel portion, an upper portion, a bottom portion, a pair of track members, and a housing lid member; a filter assembly which is slidably insertable into the housing assembly along the track members and is designed for removing particulate matter from a quantity of cooking oil, and a kettle assembly, which can be positioned within the bottom portion of the housing and is designed for storing the quantity of cooking oil.

Abstract: A covering, cleaning and heating system, which includes a solar cover dimensioned for covering a swimming pool and effectively heating the water therein using solar energy. The solar cover has a free end securable to an elongated pole. The elongated pole has a rope loop which facilitates selective securement of the pool cover to the elongated pole without requiring permanent fastening thereof. The elongated pole has a offset handle disposed on a free end thereof which acts like a crank such that whereby rotation of the handle will cause the solar cover to wrap around the elongated pole. A bracket is fixed at or near the periphery of the pool. The elongated pole selectively extends into the bracket while the cover is being rolled up or unrolled. A cleaning portion is also selectively secured within the bracket at the periphery of the swimming pool. The cleaning portion has a horizontal pole which attaches within the bracket and extends outwardly therefrom over the swimming pool.

Abstract: A system (20) is presented for extraction of debris (22) from a tank (24) of potentially radioactive water (26) in a nuclear-powered energy-generation facility. The system (20) utilizes a subaqueous reversible motor (28), a subaqueous pump (30) magnetically coupled to the motor (28), and a subaqueous filter housing (50) removably coupled to the pump (30). A filter (52) having a metallic filter element (56) is incorporated into the filter housing (50). A control unit (34) is electrically coupled to the motor (28) and determines a rotational direction thereof from outside the tank (24). When the motor (28) is run in a forward rotational direction, the pump (30) produces a forward flow (36′) of water (26), substantially all of which passes through the filter (52) so that debris (22) in the water (26) is entrapped in the filter (52).

Abstract: A portable, self-contained, fully integrated water purification device which includes a receptacle modified to accommodate a filtration assembly for purifying water, and to store water following purification. The receptacle provides separate openings for water intake, and water outflow. The filtration assembly includes a pump and a multistage filter cartridge. Pump action draws water into the water purification device and forces the water through the multistage filter and into the receptacle. Purified water may be stored in the receptacle until consumption.

Abstract: A two-piece filtering device for wastewater filtering systems is disclosed wherein the two-piece system is inserted into a tubular casing. The two-piece filtering system is comprised of an outer sleeve filter and an inner primary filter, the primary filter extending downwardly through an opening in the bottom portion of the sleeve filter and also having an opening formed in its end. After insertion into the tubular casing, the two-piece filtering system of the present invention forces effluent or other fluid to be treated upward through the interior of the primary filter, through slots formed in and subsequently through the sidewall of the sleeve filter. Thus, only treated effluent flows outward through the tubular casing outlet opening. The slots may be formed in both the sidewall of the primary filter and the sleeve filter. A seal may be provided between sidewall lower portion of the primary filter and may extend to the internal sidewall of the tubular casing to prevent untreated effluent therebetween.

Abstract: A button for providing a physical and sealing connection between a septum and an outlet stack of a water treatment cartridge having an opening. The button includes a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a central portion which connects the first end to the second end. Located on the first end, there is a plurality of flexible locking members, configured for being inserted into the opening. To attach the button to the outlet stack, the locking members lockingly engage the outlet stack. The central portion has an annular groove provided with an O-ring. The O-ring facilitates a sealed connection between the button and the outlet stack. The button is connected to the septum by the use of either a washer and nonsolvent glue or heat staking.

Abstract: A filter having filter elements with outwardly flanged ends sealed together. The seal may be secured by use of a rod extending in a lengthwise direction through apertures in the flanged ends. The rod has one end releasably securing the filter element and a second end secured to the housing. A frame can cover the filter elements, and a jack screw in the frame can be used to apply force to the filter elements to secure the seals. The filter may have a cleaning apparatus capable of suctioning material from the filter element.

Abstract: A filtration device having a base portion including a sump which has an inlet and an outlet and which accommodates a filter element. The base has a reception port for receiving the filter element. The sump optionally is enclosed by a housing which is engaged to a portion of the base.

Abstract: A coupling device that reduces the risk of cross-contamination of dialyzers during reprocessing by providing a reusable, easily disinfected connector for coupling a dialyzer to, e.g., the blood line of a dialyzer reprocessing system. The coupling device is in the form of a one-piece adapter for being screwed to the luer connector of a dialyzer and then axially attached to a blood line of a dialyzer reprocessing device via a quick connect/disconnect coupling. The adapter is reusable and easily disinfected by soaking it in liquid disinfectant.

Abstract: A water filtering system for a refrigerator includes a mounting head preferably arranged under a temperature control housing in a fresh food compartment. A replaceable filter cartridge is adapted to be selectively attached to the mounting head in order to complete a fluid circuit from a water supply source to at least one of a water dispenser and an ice maker. The filter cartridge and the mounting head have cooperating camming structure which axially draws a stem portion of the cartridge into a port of the mounting head upon rotation of the cartridge relative to the mounting head during installation of the cartridge. Furthermore, camming structure is also provided to at least partially, axially withdraw the stem portion from the port upon rotation of the cartridge a predetermined amount in an opposing direction. Also provided as part of the water filtering system is a plug which can be used to complete the fluid circuit in the absence of a filter cartridge.