Patent ID: 6997431
Filing Date: 2006-02-14
Classification: F16K

Abstract:
1. A valve unit for use in regulating a flow of water between a swimming pool having a sidewall and an opening, and a water filter unit, the valve unit comprising: a valve body having an inlet portion and an outlet portion; said inlet portion being in close proximity to said outlet portion to form a passage way; said inlet and outlet portions being adapted for fluid communication with the opening of the sidewall and the water filter unit, respectively; a plunger member moveable within said passage way to close and open said passage way; a clutch member disposed outside said passage way and engageable with said plunger member; a tap member engaged with said clutch member; and axial displacement and rotational engagement of said tap member with said clutch member causes movement of said plunger member between said closed and open positions whereby the flow of water is restricted and unrestricted, respectively, between the swimming pool and the water filter unit.