Filter having a filter element adjustable to a bypass position

摘要

A filter has a filter housing. An adjustable support couples a filter element to the filter housing. A first end of the adjustable support is fixedly connected to the housing. A movable portion of said adjustable support is coupled to said filter element. The movable portion is opposite the first end. The movable portion is disposed in the throat of the filter element. The filter element occupies a fluid intake position when said movable portion is in a first position. The filter element occupies a bypass position when said movable portion is in a second position.