Fluid handling – Systems – Multi-way valve unit
Reexamination Certificate
2007-05-08
2007-05-08
Keasel, Eric (Department: 3753)
Fluid handling
Systems
Multi-way valve unit
C137S882000, C137S872000, C137S871000, C251S149600
Reexamination Certificate
active
10916003
ABSTRACT:
A diversion valve fluid coupling, permitting alternate flows in first and second operating positions, including a valve housing with inlet, first and second outlet ports; a quick disconnect coupling attached to the second outlet port and a seal interposed therebetween; a movable diverter valve assembly, having interconnected actuating and opposing valves; the actuating valve, in the first operating position, having a first sealing engagement with the seal; the opposing valve, in the second operating position, having a second sealing engagement with a first outlet port; a biasing member, biasing the diverter valve into the first sealing engagement, blocking the second outlet port while permitting flow to the first outlet port; and, for the second operating position, a nipple member, removably mating with the quick disconnect coupling and translating the diverter valve into the second sealing engagement, blocking the first outlet port while permitting flow into the second outlet port.
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Ellis Shawn David
Foner Brian Keith
LeMay Paul Edward
Wuollet Charles Dean
Keasel Eric
Parker-Hannifin
Pophal Joseph J.
Schneider Craig
Whitman Daniel J
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