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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
May. 18, 2010
Filed:
Jan. 24, 2008
Brian Boyd, Fort Collins, CO (US);
Michael P. Hoopis, Newport Beach, CA (US);
Brian Boyd, Fort Collins, CO (US);
Michael P. Hoopis, Newport Beach, CA (US);
Other;
Abstract
Various embodiments of an end-of faucet filter assembly connectable with a faucet on a standard sink and having a plurality of outlets corresponding with selectable modes of operation are disclosed herein. One mode of operation provides unfiltered, aerated water dispenses from the filter assembly. A second mode of operation provides a pulsing jet spray, while a third mode of operation provides filtered water. One embodiment of the present invention also includes a connection assembly between the end-of-faucet filter and the faucet that utilizes a water-tight radial seal that allows the end-of-faucet filter to swing or rotate back and forth relative to the faucet without impairing the integrity of the seal. Other embodiments of the present invention also include a filter cartridge assembly configured to provide a user with an easy method of removing and installing the cartridge.