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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 27, 2006
Filed:
Aug. 07, 2003
Leisha J. Rotering, Minneapolis, MN (US);
Timothy J. Kensok, Minnetonka, MN (US);
Leisha J. Rotering, Minneapolis, MN (US);
Timothy J. Kensok, Minnetonka, MN (US);
Honeywell International Inc., Morristown, NJ (US);
Abstract
A filtering system for use with a reservoir. The filter system includes a filter assembly capable of filtering particles sized 1.0 micrometers and larger and may, include a flow control device positioned to selectively provide fluid flow to the filter assembly. The flow control device may include an electrically actuated valve, such as a solenoid valve. The filter system may also include a fluid level detection mechanism operatively connected to the flow control valve. The filtering system is especially applicable to humidifier systems having a heat source