Toilet fixture
US4578831A · kind A · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 31, 1984 |
| Grant date | Apr 1, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2004 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S4/15
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed is a toilet fixture, and supporting structure therefor, especially well adapted for use on marine vehicles, such as yachts or other pleasure craft. The supporting structure provides extra lateral support for the pedestal upon which the toilet bowl is mounted; in particular, the supporting structure opposes bending moments operating on the pedestal's stem. Additionally, the supporting structure can be made into the form of a closed cover, which is effective to prevent accidental or unauthorized tampering with the plumbing entering and exiting the toilet fixture. This prevents alteration of valve settings in this plumbing. The cover can also prevent dust accumulation on this plumbing, and in the general area at which the pedestal is joined to the floor.
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