EP0224615A3 - Bubble massage bathtub and drain control unit for use therewith - Google Patents

Bubble massage bathtub and drain control unit for use therewith

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Publication number
EP0224615A3
EP0224615A3 EP85116522A EP85116522A EP0224615A3 EP 0224615 A3 EP0224615 A3 EP 0224615A3 EP 85116522 A EP85116522 A EP 85116522A EP 85116522 A EP85116522 A EP 85116522A EP 0224615 A3 EP0224615 A3 EP 0224615A3
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EP
European Patent Office
Prior art keywords
cable
poppet
control unit
use therewith
shells
Prior art date
Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
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Application number
EP85116522A
Other languages
German (de)
French (fr)
Other versions
EP0224615A2 (en
Inventor
Todd S. Grube
Scott R. Lowry
John M. Brendal
David G. Brunow
Current Assignee (The listed assignees may be inaccurate. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the list.)
Kohler Co
Original Assignee
Kohler Co
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Publication date
Application filed by Kohler Co filed Critical Kohler Co
Publication of EP0224615A2 publication Critical patent/EP0224615A2/en
Publication of EP0224615A3 publication Critical patent/EP0224615A3/en
Withdrawn legal-status Critical Current

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Classifications

    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47K—SANITARY EQUIPMENT NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; TOILET ACCESSORIES
    • A47K3/00—Baths; Douches; Appurtenances therefor
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03C—DOMESTIC PLUMBING INSTALLATIONS FOR FRESH WATER OR WASTE WATER; SINKS
    • E03C1/00—Domestic plumbing installations for fresh water or waste water; Sinks
    • E03C1/12—Plumbing installations for waste water; Basins or fountains connected thereto; Sinks
    • E03C1/22—Outlet devices mounted in basins, baths, or sinks
    • E03C1/23—Outlet devices mounted in basins, baths, or sinks with mechanical closure mechanisms
    • E03C1/2304—Outlet devices mounted in basins, baths, or sinks with mechanical closure mechanisms the actuation force being transmitted to the plug via flexible elements, e.g. chain, Bowden cable
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H33/00—Bathing devices for special therapeutic or hygienic purposes
    • A61H33/60—Components specifically designed for the therapeutic baths of groups A61H33/00
    • A61H33/6068—Outlet from the bath
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H33/00—Bathing devices for special therapeutic or hygienic purposes
    • A61H2033/0008—Arrangement for cleaning the installation before or after use
    • A61H2033/0025—Arrangement for cleaning the installation before or after use by connecting the air lines with the drain
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H33/00—Bathing devices for special therapeutic or hygienic purposes
    • A61H33/02—Bathing devices for use with gas-containing liquid, or liquid in which gas is led or generated, e.g. carbon dioxide baths

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  • Health & Medical Sciences (AREA)
  • Public Health (AREA)
  • Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
  • Life Sciences & Earth Sciences (AREA)
  • Epidemiology (AREA)
  • General Health & Medical Sciences (AREA)
  • Rehabilitation Therapy (AREA)
  • Hydrology & Water Resources (AREA)
  • Physical Education & Sports Medicine (AREA)
  • Veterinary Medicine (AREA)
  • Pain & Pain Management (AREA)
  • Mechanical Engineering (AREA)
  • Environmental & Geological Engineering (AREA)
  • Animal Behavior & Ethology (AREA)
  • Water Supply & Treatment (AREA)
  • Percussion Or Vibration Massage (AREA)
  • Bathtub Accessories (AREA)
  • Sink And Installation For Waste Water (AREA)
  • Body Washing Hand Wipes And Brushes (AREA)
  • Devices For Medical Bathing And Washing (AREA)

Abstract

A bubble massage bathtub, and a drain control especially well suited for use therewith are disclosed. In one embodi­ ment, there are two cup-shaped plastic shells. Air channels are mounted between them, and apertures are provided through the top shell that communicate with the air channels. A hardened foam material is disposed between the second shells to support the channels and bind the shells together. Special ribs and inlet attachments are also provided.
A poppet valve is provided for the drain opening with a bendable cable that controls its movement. A guide extends around the ends of the cable adjacent to the poppet and a remote control unit is connected to the other end of the cable. It is capable of causing the cable to both pull the poppet down and push the poppet up in response to rotation of a knob.
EP85116522A 1985-08-13 1985-12-23 Bubble massage bathtub and drain control unit for use therewith Withdrawn EP0224615A3 (en)

Applications Claiming Priority (2)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
US76532385A 1985-08-13 1985-08-13
US765323 1985-08-13

Publications (2)

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EP0224615A2 EP0224615A2 (en) 1987-06-10
EP0224615A3 true EP0224615A3 (en) 1988-09-14

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EP85116522A Withdrawn EP0224615A3 (en) 1985-08-13 1985-12-23 Bubble massage bathtub and drain control unit for use therewith

Country Status (6)

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EP (1) EP0224615A3 (en)
JP (1) JPS6241660A (en)
KR (1) KR870001810A (en)
CN (1) CN85109398A (en)
BR (1) BR8506589A (en)
ES (1) ES8705602A1 (en)

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DE8804858U1 (en) * 1988-04-13 1988-05-26 Fischer & Menze GmbH, 82194 Gröbenzell Water drain fitting for bathtubs
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US6637051B1 (en) * 2002-09-18 2003-10-28 Kohler Co. Overflow and drain control for a bathtub
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CN109138073A (en) * 2018-10-12 2019-01-04 北海农瑞农业技术开发有限公司 A kind of drainer of wash basin of external control
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US2044253A (en) * 1934-11-20 1936-06-16 George J Morris Bathtub stopper
US2856611A (en) * 1955-07-01 1958-10-21 Velonis Stamatis George Therapeutic bath device
US4000528A (en) * 1975-03-10 1977-01-04 Posnick Irving H Whirlpool tub and method of making same
FR2475181A1 (en) * 1980-02-05 1981-08-07 Geberit Ag ARMATURE FOR REMOTE CONTROL OF THE FLOW VALVE OF A DISHWASHER TABLE

Patent Citations (4)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US2044253A (en) * 1934-11-20 1936-06-16 George J Morris Bathtub stopper
US2856611A (en) * 1955-07-01 1958-10-21 Velonis Stamatis George Therapeutic bath device
US4000528A (en) * 1975-03-10 1977-01-04 Posnick Irving H Whirlpool tub and method of making same
FR2475181A1 (en) * 1980-02-05 1981-08-07 Geberit Ag ARMATURE FOR REMOTE CONTROL OF THE FLOW VALVE OF A DISHWASHER TABLE

Also Published As

Publication number Publication date
ES550471A0 (en) 1987-05-01
EP0224615A2 (en) 1987-06-10
BR8506589A (en) 1987-06-16
ES8705602A1 (en) 1987-05-01
KR870001810A (en) 1987-03-28
JPS6241660A (en) 1987-02-23
CN85109398A (en) 1987-02-11

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