Patent ID: 6923076
Filing Date: 2005-08-02
Classification: B08B,B24B,G01N,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method of flushing a manifold that (i) forms a part of a liquid sampling system, and (ii) contains gas pockets, the method comprising: introducing a flushing liquid into the manifold through a manifold intake, the flushing liquid introduced at a predetermined velocity; opening a vent on the manifold; discharging at least a portion of the flushing liquid through a manifold outlet; continuing to introduce the flushing liquid into the manifold such that the manifold is flooded; closing the vent while the manifold remains flooded and the flushing liquid continues to flow through the manifold; discontinuing the introduction of the flushing liquid into the manifold for a period of time sufficient to allow at least a portion of any remaining gas pockets within the manifold to expand in size; and resuming the introduction of the flushing liquid into and through the manifold such that the expanded gas pockets are substantially flushed from the manifold.