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Sump pump cover

US8529228B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 28, 2010
Grant dateSep 10, 2013
Priority date
Expiry dateNov 2, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF04D13/086
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A plastic hood is connected above a sump pump via the discharge pipe. A clamp on the hood secures a tether for the float switch. The hood prevents a tangling of the float switch between the sump pump and the discharge pipe.

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