Randall C Shears

US Patent:

60986786, Aug 8, 2000

Filed:

Jul 1, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/346191

Inventors:

Randall C. Shears - Elkins WV

International Classification:

B65B 104

US Classification:

141331

Abstract:

A cleaner funnel is provided having a lid for closing the inlet end and a plurality of accessories that are removably attachable to the outlet end of the funnel. One accessory is a reducer that reduces the diameter of the outlet end hole in order to service containers having smaller opening widths. A second accessory is a cap-reservoir for closing off the outlet end hole of the funnel and collecting and storing any remnant fluid in the funnel body. The accessories are stored on receptacles located on the exterior of the funnel which makes them clean during storage, as well as, readily and easily available for use. Further, the funnel remains clean and ensures the integrity of the liquid being transferred via the funnel by use of the lid, the cap-reservoir and the external storage of the accessories.