Patent ID: 6164301
Filing Date: 2000-12-26
Classification: B08B

Abstract:
A cleaning basin for filters comprising:a rectangular wash basin adapted to receive a plurality of conventional filters placed side-by-side, said wash basin having a planar bottom panel, two opposing end panels, and two opposing side panels joined to form a fluid-tight container;a drainage opening located in said bottom panel;a valved spigot attached to said drainage opening for draining cleaning solution from said wash basin, said valved spigot protruding beneath said bottom panel;a cover for said wash basin, said cover further comprising a planar top panel, two end panels extending downward from said top panel, and two side panels extending downward from said top panel perpendicular to said side panels, said end panels and side panels terminating with a clearance therebetween to removaby engage the rectangular wash basin when seated thereon, whereby said clearance between the end panels and side panels is adapted to receive an edge of said wash basin to prevent splashing of cleaning solution therefrom; anda free-standing floor stand adapted to removably seat and support said wash basin above the ground to provide convenient access to said plurality of filters and to provide an area directly beneath said wash basin for suspending said valved spigot to allow convenient access thereto for drainage of said cleaning fluid.