Sprinkler head shut off tool
US7743838B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 8, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 29, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA62C37/20
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A sprinkler head shut off device, comprising of a handle with at least one jaw, a lever, a stopper arm, and a means for reciprocating the stopper arm as the lever is rotated, in order to bring a portion of the stopper arm in contact with the orifice of the sprinkler and stop water flow. The device further comprises a locking means to lock the lever in position. The locking means comprises a member attached to the lever which locks its rotary motion in one direction at a particular position by engaging with a portion of the means for reciprocating the stopper arm.
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