Bathtub overflow control device
US5123123A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 17, 1991 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE03C1/232
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A control mechanism for use with a bathtub having a drain opening and an overflow opening, with the drain opening having a stopper moveable between open and closed positions. The control mechanism includes a pipe for coupling the bathtub drain opening to the overflow opening and a T-shaped bracket rotatably supported in the overflow opening having a projection extending outwardly from the opening and having first and second opposing legs extending radially therefrom. A handle is releasably supported on the T-shaped bracket for rotating the bracket. The handle includes a front decorative and an opposing rear surface which includes rearwardly extending tongues having flanges for releasably capturing the first and second opposing legs. A linkage mechanism couples the T-shaped bracket to the stopper to control movement of the stopper.
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