Reusable waste handler for vehicular oil changes
Patent 5489042 Issued on February 6, 1996. Estimated Expiration Date: 
October 17, 2014. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.
October 17, 2014. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 2099839 2389672 3703956 Spilled fuel diverter for small engines Filter catcher Automobile oil changing device Automotive oil system Multipurpose container Means and method of reclaiming crankcase oil Oil filter cover InventorApplicationNo. 323908 filed on 10/17/1994US Classes:220/573, For a vehicle141/86, Drip collection141/98, COMBINED141/364, Dumping or draining type220/572, With article drying support (e.g., dish-rack pan)220/735With tool or implement holderExaminersPrimary: Castellano, StephenInternational ClassB65B 001/04AbstractThe present invention provides a way for the do-it-yourself oil and filter changer to safely and cleanly drain used oil from the filter, then seal and store both filter and drained filter oil in the same container that crankcase oil is collected and stored in while keeping the drained filter dry and separate from the drained and collected oil. The invention solves a recent problem that has become apparent as used oil filters have become a culprit of land and water pollution. By allowing the do-it-yourselfer a convenient, safe, clean, and economical way to manage his used oil filter along with his used oil, it hampers the tendency to improperly dispose of these recyclable wastes by allowing more convenient and cleaner transport of these wastes to a collection center. This reusable container also eliminates the disposable items currently being used to transport used oil filters, thus eliminating these oily wastes from the wastestream.Field of SearchDRAIN PAN OR DRIP PANWith means to attach pan to bucket or paint can With article drying support (e.g., dish-rack pan) For a vehicle End wall attachment With tool or implement holder Compartment in closure Support attached to bottom wall Removable support structure AUTOMOBILE CRANK AND GEAR CASE SERVICE Drip pans COMBINED Drip collection Collector shiftable to non-use position Dumping or draining type | |
