Cover for fuel filter

Abstract

A system for cover for fuel filters that includes a flexible cylindrical sheet member is disclosed. The sheet member includes a top wall at a first end and a second end that is open. The cylindrical sheet member snugly receives the fuel filter being protected. The sheet member is made out of thermal insulating material such as neoprene. To further conform the open end to the outer shape of the diesel fuel filter, a strap member with pressure sensitive hook and loop fasteners is used.

Claims

1. A cover for a fuel system, consisting of: a) a fuel filter configured to be attached to internal combustion engines, when operating the fuel filter heats up; b) an elongated cylindrical sheet member having a first end and a second end, said first end being closed with a top wall and said second end being open, said top wall being domed, said cylindrical sheet member receives a fuel filter therein through said second end, said cylindrical sheet member partially covering said fuel filter, said cylindrical sheet member and said top wall made of a thermal insulating material, said thermal insulating material is neoprene, said fuel filter being in constant abutting contact with the entire of said cylindrical sheet member, said cylindrical sheet member being flexible to conform with the shape of said fuel filter, said sheet member being waterproof and wind resistant, said sheet member and said top wall being made of said thermal insulating material prevent heat coming out of the fuel filter when operating from dispel, a strap member secured to said cylindrical sheet member about an entire perimeter thereof, said strap member being hook and loop straps, said strap member is proximal to said second end.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

(1) With the above and other related objects in view, the invention consists in the details of construction and combination of parts as will be more fully understood from the following description, when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which:

(2) FIG. 1 represents an operational view showing cover 10 receiving a fuel filter F therein.

(3) FIG. 2 shows a side view of cover 10 for fuel filter F.

(4) FIG. 3 shows a cross-sectional view of fuel filter F within cover 10.

(5) FIG. 4 illustrates an inclined isometric view of cover 10.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION

(6) Referring now to the drawings, where the present invention is generally referred to with numeral 10, it can be observed that it basically includes an elongated cylindrical sheet member 20 made out of a thermal insulating material.

(7) A cover 10, as best seen in FIG. 1, is used to receive a fuel filter F within. Preferably, fuel filter F may be a diesel fuel filter. Fuel filters are placed in trucks and heavy equipment to cleanse the diesel fuel of rust and debris from the engine of a vehicle. Without a functional fuel filter or a clogged fuel filter may result in engine power malfunction, misfires, or stalling rendering the vehicle inoperable. In colder climates, gelling is a common issue occurring in diesel engines and their fuel filters. Gelling prevents the fuel to flow through the engine and fuel filter F, thereby preventing proper function of the engine. To avoid gelling of fuel filter F, warmth must be provided to fuel filter F. Cover 10 prevents heat from escaping for as long as possible to avoid the gelling of the fuel inside fuel filter F when the ambient temperature is low and the vehicle is idle for a period of time. The present invention maintains the temperature inside of fuel filter F sufficiently high to avoid fuel gelling overnight. Cover 10 provides the needed warmth to fuel filter F to allow proper function to continue.

(8) As best seen in FIGS. 1-4, cover 10 is seen depicted. It is to be understood that cover 10 includes a sheet member 20. Sheet member 20 may be made of materials such as neoprene. Additionally, sheet member 20 may be waterproof and wind proof. Preferably, sheet member 20 may have an elongated cylindrical shape. Sheet member 20 may preferably having a length greater than a width thereof. Sheet member 20 has first end 22 and second end 24. First end 22 is covered with a top wall 26. First end 22 may preferably be domed or rounded. Second end 24 is preferably open and round. Sheet member 20 cooperatively and snugly receives fuel filter F to be protected. As best seen in FIG. 2, sheet member 20 partially covers fuel filter F when fuel filter F is received within sheet member 20. Fuel filter F may extend outwardly from sheet member 20 through second end 24. Sheet member 20 may conform to fuel filter F as it is made of a flexible material. As best seen in FIG. 3, it can be seen that fuel filter F may be substantially in constant abutting contact with the interior of sheet member 20.

(9) Preferably, sheet member 20 and top wall 26 are made of a thermally insulating material. Second end 24 conforms to the outer dimensions of fuel filter F to be protected. In one of the preferred embodiments, a strap member 30 is used to further secure cover 10 to fuel filter F being protected. Strap member 30 is implemented, in one of the preferred embodiments, with pressure sensitive hook and loop fasteners. Other means for conforming second end 24 to the contour of the protected fuel filter F may also be suitable. It can be seen that strap member 30 extends about the perimeter of sheet member 20 between first end 22 and second end 24. Strap member 30 may be in constant abutting contact with sheet member 20. Strap member 30 may preferably be adjacent and nearest to second end 24.

(10) The foregoing description conveys the best understanding of the objectives and advantages of the present invention. Different embodiments may be made of the inventive concept of this invention. It is to be understood that all matter disclosed herein is to be interpreted merely as illustrative, and not in a limiting sense.