Paul R Grimes

US Patent:

61165255, Sep 12, 2000

Filed:

Mar 5, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/263533

Inventors:

Paul David Grimes - Brooklyn Park MN

International Classification:

B05B 1508
A01G 2509
E01C 1916
E01H 1100

US Classification:

2395875

Abstract:

An improved hydrant diffuser, comprising a housing or box with one open end, slows and directs the flow of water from a hydrant when the hydrant has been opened to flush a water line. The diffuser can be mounted on any work truck or other vehicle having a class 3 trailer hitch receiver. A hose may be coupled to a fire hydrant to carry water to the diffuser. The other end of the hose is non-releasably attached to a 90-degree elbow which can be coupled to a flange bolted to the top of the diffuser box. The diffuser mounting to the truck includes means that allow the box outlet to be pointed straight back from the truck or in selected positions up to 90 degrees either to the right or left. A debris screen across the outlet end stops any rocks or other solid objects in the water stream.