Automatic sprinkler control override system
US5241978A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 8, 1992 |
| Grant date | Sep 7, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 8, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/7306
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus (10) for overriding an automatic timer controlled sprinkler system (100); wherein, the apparatus (10) comprises a float member (60) disposed within a two stage screen member (30) secured within a receptacle member (20); and, wherein, the float member (60) is operatively associated with a switch member (50) suspended above the receptacle member (20) for interrupting the flow of electrical current to an automatic timer controlled sprinkler system (100) in response to the level of collected rainwater within the receptacle member (20).
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