Patent ID: 6269509
Filing Date: 2001-08-07
Classification: A46B,A63B,Y10S,Y10T

Abstract:
An automated apparatus for cleaning one or more golf balls comprising:a) a driven screw-type auger;b) at least two driven brushes positioned proximate said driven screw-type auger;c) an elongated nozzle for dispensing a cleaning fluid positioned proximate said driven brushes;d) a housing having a hinged door positioned proximate said driven screw-type auger for inserting said one or more golf balls to be cleaned;e) at least one sensing means;f) a control means having at least one input for connection to said sensing means and at least one output for energizing said driven screw-type auger, said driven brushes, and said elongated nozzle; andg) a means in electrical connection with said control means for sensing the position of said hinged door.