Fueling nozzle vapor collecting system
CA 1263351 C · Owner: Aeroquip Corporation · Inventors: Kulikowski, Ernest F.; Fournier, Paul J.E.
Overview
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Open the CIPO recordAbstract From the Canadian patent
The invention pertains to a fueling nozzle vapor collecting apparatus attachable to a standard fuel dispensing nozzle spout. The apparatus includes a rigid plate connected to the spout having an annular resilient cupshaped hood affixed to the plate periphery having a foam cushion defined on its outer edge for sealingly engaging the surface surrounding a fuel tank inlet. A collecting hose for the vapor is attached to a port defined in the plate for venting the vapor to a location remote from the nozzle, and a sight glass is adjustably positionable within a seal located in the plate providing visual observance of the fuel level.
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- Granted November 28, 1989. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended November 28, 2006.
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