Valve assembly with chamber vent and fluid deflector

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2011-02-01

2011-02-01

Sirmons, Kevin C (Department: 3767)

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ABSTRACT:
One example of a media delivery system includes a burrette defining a chamber and having inlet and outlet connections in fluid communication with the chamber. The burrette further includes a vent assembly configured for fluid communication with the chamber. In addition, a float and seat assembly of the media delivery system include a buoyant float positioned in the chamber of the burette, where the float is arranged for movement within the chamber. The float and seat assembly further includes a seat assembly positioned in the chamber of the burrette and configured to cooperate with the float to manage a flow of fluid through the outlet connection of the chamber. Finally, a fluid management device is provided that is located proximate the inlet to the chamber.

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