Patent ID: 6247615
Filing Date: 2001-06-19
Classification: B67D

Abstract:
A fluid dispensing system comprising a source of fluid, a nozzle for manually dispensing the fluid, a conduit connected between the source and the nozzle a pump for pumping the fluid from the source through the conduit, and to the nozzle for dispensing, a meter in the conduit for measuring the flow rate of the fluid flowing through the conduit a valve disposed in the conduit and movable between an open position in which it permits the flow of the fluid through the conduit for dispensing by the nozzle, and a closed position in which it prevents the flow of the fluid through the conduit; and a control unit for receiving input signals from the meter corresponding to the flow rate of the fluid, for closing the value in response to the flow rate falling below a predetermined minimum, and for opening the valve after a predetermined time delay.