Hot water faucet lock
US6772453B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 17, 2001 |
| Grant date | Aug 10, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/7062
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A faucet lock for use with a lavatory sink faucet having at least one water valve control handle, the faucet lock comprising a base, a bracket, having first and second ends thereof, wherein the first end is adjustably attached to the base such that the second end is positionable adjacent to the control handle preventing the control handle from opening the water valve, thus locking the water valve in a closed position, wherein the faucet lock prevents small children, disabled persons and others from unauthorized use of the water valve. The present invention faucet lock is a safety device to protect children and others especially special needs persons with spasticity or other disabilities from accidentally being exposed to hot water.
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