Automatic fill valve assembly
US6035879A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 1996 |
| Grant date | Mar 14, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/7472
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An improved automatic fill valve assembly that is readily securable in a level position for installation and that has inlets adapted to accept either a toilet tank fill valve or a float type valve inside of the housing of the fill valve assembly. One improvement comprises a flange that defines at least one anchor point so that the entire assembly can be secured in place to an adjacent structure during installation. This arrangement advantageously holds the automatic fill valve assembly in a level position while workers pour cement around it. Another improvement comprises the provision of inlets that can be connected to a water source and are adapted to mount either a float valve assembly or a toilet tank fill valve inside of the fill valve assembly.
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