EP0779397B1 - Cover arrangement - Google Patents

Cover arrangement

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EP0779397B1
EP0779397B1 EP96118900A EP96118900A EP0779397B1 EP 0779397 B1 EP0779397 B1 EP 0779397B1 EP 96118900 A EP96118900 A EP 96118900A EP 96118900 A EP96118900 A EP 96118900A EP 0779397 B1 EP0779397 B1 EP 0779397B1
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cover plate
frame
locking element
locking
latching
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Adolf Schweigert
Gregor Krzempek
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Friatec AG
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03D—WATER-CLOSETS OR URINALS WITH FLUSHING DEVICES; FLUSHING VALVES THEREFOR
    • E03D5/00—Special constructions of flushing devices, e.g. closed flushing system
    • E03D5/02—Special constructions of flushing devices, e.g. closed flushing system operated mechanically or hydraulically (or pneumatically) also details such as push buttons, levers and pull-card therefor
    • E03D5/028—Pusher plates and actuating mechanisms for built-in cisterns
    • 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
    • E03C1/01—Domestic plumbing installations for fresh water or waste water; Sinks for combinations of baths, showers, sinks, wash-basins, closets, urinals, or the like
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03D—WATER-CLOSETS OR URINALS WITH FLUSHING DEVICES; FLUSHING VALVES THEREFOR
    • E03D1/00—Water flushing devices with cisterns ; Setting up a range of flushing devices or water-closets; Combinations of several flushing devices
    • E03D1/01—Shape or selection of material for flushing cisterns
    • E03D1/012—Details of shape of cisterns, e.g. for connecting to wall, for supporting or connecting flushing-device actuators
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B65/00—Locks or fastenings for special use
    • E05B65/006—Locks or fastenings for special use for covers or panels
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05C—BOLTS OR FASTENING DEVICES FOR WINGS, SPECIALLY FOR DOORS OR WINDOWS
    • E05C19/00—Other devices specially designed for securing wings, e.g. with suction cups
    • E05C19/06—Other devices specially designed for securing wings, e.g. with suction cups in which the securing part if formed or carried by a spring and moves only by distortion of the spring, e.g. snaps

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  • the invention relates to a cover arrangement of an inspection opening for a sanitary element according to the in the preamble of claim 1 specified features.
  • the bolt is in a receptacle or Bolt guide slidable against the force of a spring element.
  • the frame contains a recess for one assigned further retaining lug of the cover plate.
  • a cover arrangement which as Grid cover of a sewage gully with a number of parallel slots is formed through which water into the sewerage below can flow.
  • the front surface of the cover is flush in a frame inserted, which is embedded in the street floor, for example.
  • This Cover arrangement can also be used otherwise, for example to cover a Entry opening of an oil tank.
  • the cover plate contains in the front surface an unlocking recess for the insertion of a Tool for actuating a coupled with a locking element Unlocking element.
  • the locking element is as one with one Spring element acted upon bolt, the free end after the Mounting the cover plate engages behind a fastening element of the frame.
  • German utility model DE-U-92 10 905 Cover arrangement known, which is assigned to a wall opening and a Frame and a cover with a button for operating the Contains drain valve of a cistern.
  • the cover plate is by means of screws releasably attached to the frame and the frame is on the lining of the Wall opening fastened with stud bolts. Screwing on the cover plate during assembly or unscrewing during service or inspection work requires a not insignificant effort. Care must be taken be that damage, for example due to excessive tightening the screws. There is also a risk that the Assembly or disassembly one or the other of the screws is lost, which disadvantageously causes loss of time.
  • a revision cover is from the German published application DE-A-35 38 757 known with a frame and an inspection cover.
  • this snap locks which detent springs and spring lugs overlap the frame.
  • On the revision frame has deflectors for the spring tabs mentioned, and locking devices are provided on the inspection cover.
  • the on The snap locks arranged on the inspection cover require a complex one Formation of the inspection cover, which is also referred to as a cover plate can.
  • a ceiling panel known, which has brackets on beams connected to a ceiling lies on.
  • the brackets contain two tabs, which with projections Carriers can be brought into engagement.
  • At least one tab contains a movable one Locking element, which is acted upon by a spring and if necessary is detachable from the assigned carrier.
  • the tab with the locking element is in turn connected to the panel by means of screws and overall requires a comparatively large construction volume. They are special Measures necessary to operate the locking element.
  • the present invention has for its object to provide an arrangement in Form to be discussed in such a way that with simple construction an easy and quick assembly of the cover plate is made possible and further disassembly can be carried out with little effort.
  • the cover assembly should require little manufacturing effort and only a few components and have individual components. Even with repeated dismantling or Mounting the cover plate is intended to ensure a functionally reliable connection to the frame to be guaranteed.
  • the cover arrangement according to the invention has a functional design and enables easy mounting of the cover plate without tools, the disassembly by releasing the locking elements by means of a suitable tool is feasible.
  • To connect the cover plate with at least one unlockable locking element is provided on the frame.
  • the arrangement contains at least one linearly displaceable locking element, that serves to form the connection and can be unlocked if necessary can.
  • a latching lock takes place at the Assembly without the need for a tool.
  • the unlocking takes place expediently by the action of a compressive force and moving the Locking element against the force of a spring, which after assembly the cover plate engages the locking element with a corresponding one Locking element holds and so the cover plate with respect to the frame defined defines.
  • the locking element is preferably the frame assigned. With an arrangement of the locking element on the frame essential that the locking element when the cover plate is mounted from the outside is accessible and operable. It is also advantageous if the frame has a receptacle for the locking element and for movements guide channels required for the locking element during locking and unlocking contains.
  • the locking element is with the frame or the Cover plate connected in such a way that it is in the Frame or the cover plate is anchored.
  • the locking element is "captively" movably connected to the cover plate or the frame and can be removed before assembly or during service work when removing the cover plate don't get lost.
  • the locking element can with a Pin or peg are operated and a screwdriver or wrench are dispensable. It just has to be a simple push to Unlocking and detaching the cover plate.
  • the connection of the cover plate to the frame without any Tool due to the resilient and / or compliant arrangement of the locking element.
  • the cover plate and the frame each have at least one a link element and a corresponding locking element, which on a Side, preferably in the area of the upper edge, the frame and the cover plate are arranged.
  • On the other hand preferably in the area of Underside of cover plate and frame, is the at least one locking element provided with the corresponding locking element.
  • connection is made manually without Using a tool by hanging the cover plate in the frame on one side, a small swivel movement, possibly combined with a short linear movement and then by pressing the cover plate by means of the elastically designed and / or elastically arranged locking element the fixed connection of the cover plate to the frame becomes.
  • These locking elements are expediently spaced apart in the way arranged that only with simultaneous actuation, in particular by means of a Special tool, the cover plate can be detached from the frame. It is a "vandal-proof" attachment is ensured by removing the cover plate with a nail, pen or the like is not possible because both locking elements must be operated.
  • the cover plate has an unlocking recess through which the locking element can be reached is and can be operated.
  • An unlocking element is preferably used for locking and / or unlocking provided, which is preferably within the unlocking recess extends.
  • a concealed arrangement of the Actuating element within the unlocking recess largely avoided by unauthorized persons, especially if the cover plate thus fixed to a frame associated with a vertical wall is that the unlocking recess worked into the edge area after opens below.
  • an optically appealing design is achieved because the unlocking element from the cover plate or its edge area protrudes, but is completely covered.
  • the unlocking element is according to an advantageous embodiment of the invention as an integral Part of the locking element executed and protrudes in the locking position into the unlocking recess.
  • the one-piece training Manufacturing costs are kept low, although it is also conceivable would be an unlocking recess designed as a bearing and guide part to provide, which contains a separate unlocking element.
  • the locking element a spring element is assigned, in particular a return spring, whose relaxation state justifies the locking position.
  • the return spring is arranged such that the direction of actuation parallel to a vertical wall or horizontal support surface extends.
  • the spring can be pressurized using a tool be carried out, which is inserted into the unlocking recess and acts on the unlocking element.
  • the unlocking element could form a receptacle for the tool yourself, this is safe is led.
  • a tool e.g. B. an Allen key or a pin for Application come.
  • the unlocking element is designed as an integral part of the locking element, an injection molded component is used.
  • An essentially U-shaped one Component shape has proven to be particularly suitable and stable - especially here due to the central arrangement of the unlocking element on the base part of the U-shape - An even application of force takes place and at the ends of the U-legs two hooks can be available for locking each.
  • the length of the U-legs determines the adjustment path of the spring and the Amount of the restoring force acting in the locked position.
  • the articulation element is in the articulation recess extending between the wall or the support surface and the frame introduced, where a pivot axis is formed around the the cover plate is pivoted in the direction of the wall or support surface until the locking element engages in the locking recess of the frame.
  • the cover plate is intended for and in what type the locking element could also be unlocked a different position to the articulation element. Is essential in any case, that the locking element during manufacture with the locking element cooperates, on the one hand, to lock the process effect and on the other hand - in the locking position - for additional fixation of the locking element, in particular perpendicular to the wall or support surface extending direction.
  • the unlocking element and the locking element are made in one piece and essentially U-shaped the interaction with the locking element of the cover plate via the base part the U shape.
  • two locking elements are provided, each of which Connect to the unlocking recess and to the guided on both sides of an unlocking element arranged base sections become.
  • the return spring of the locking element is here pressed together until the locking elements passes the two base sections have and finally snap into the recesses. That way on the one hand the locking state and on the other hand the connection is established.
  • cover plate arched and the frame facing the cover plate and in the assembled state to assign this adjacent webs or a corresponding flange, the or which are or are adapted to the shape of the cover plate.
  • the greatest distance between the frame and the cover plate is in one of the webs or in the flange expediently the receptacle for the Locking element incorporated.
  • a further embodiment of the arrangement according to the invention concerns a special application for toilet cisterns, provides a probe element that the flushing triggers.
  • the cover plate could now be shaped so that a recess is provided for receiving the probe element.
  • the frame could also have a stiffener, which is an abutment for the recess after the Installation of the cover plate forms.
  • Fig. 1 shows a vertical section of a wall 1 with an opening, in particular an inspection opening 2, behind which a cistern, not shown, is arranged is.
  • a frame is fixed to the wall 1 connected, on which a cover plate 4 is releasably attachable.
  • the frame 3 has a circumferential flange 5.
  • the cover plate 4 is connected to the frame 3 two unlockable locking elements 6 are provided, of which only that a locking element can be seen.
  • Each locking element 6 is in a receptacle 7 of the frame 3 arranged and operable from the outside.
  • the cover plate 4 in its formed as an enclosure for the frame 3 Edge area 8 each have an unlocking recess 9.
  • the cover plate 4 is mounted and locked.
  • the unlocking element 10 is in this embodiment integral part of the locking element 6.
  • the locking element 6 comprises a Return spring 11. From FIGS. 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 it can be seen that the return spring 11 is fixed at one end in the receptacle 7, which one Has unspecified plug extension on which the return spring 11th is attached. The other end of the return spring 11 carries the unlocking element 10. To unlock the locking element 6 is the return spring 11 in the actuation direction C shown in FIG. 6 parallel to the wall 1 by means of a tool 12 compressed.
  • the tool 12 contains a pin, in a tool recess 13 of the unlocking element provided for this purpose 10 is introduced.
  • the tool preferably has two pins 12, which with one common base part 12 'connected to each other into a single tool are.
  • This special tool is available to the installer and he can easily the two locking elements 6, 6 'for detaching the cover plate actuate.
  • This is an at least largely vandal-proof attachment the cover plate ensures that with simple tools, nails or similar, the required simultaneous actuation of the locking elements 6, 6 'is not readily feasible. If necessary, of course an experienced plumber unlocking with two separate tools carry out.
  • Each of the two locking elements 6 has - as is particularly clear from FIG. 4 emerges - the shape of a substantially U-shaped component, wherein the unlocking element 10 preferably centrally in the base part 14 of the U-shaped Component is integrated.
  • the legs 15 of the U-shaped component are with provided hook-shaped extensions 16 which in the locking position on the Admission 7.
  • the receptacle 7 has indicated in FIGS. 2 and 5, Unspecified guides on which the legs 15 of the locking element 6 extend.
  • the cover plate 4 further four locking elements 17 and two articulation elements 18, which cooperate with corresponding locking and articulation recesses 20 of the frame 3.
  • the articulation elements 18 and the locking elements 17 are on the opposite Longitudinal sides of the cover plate 4 arranged.
  • the locking elements 17th expediently have inclined surfaces over which the assigned Locking elements 6 or their base sections 22 during assembly slide away until the latter then engage the locking elements 17.
  • the locking elements or their base sections 22 Inclined surfaces that point outwards towards the cover plate. At the assembly slide the facing each other in an appropriate manner mutually corresponding inclined surfaces of the locking element 17 and the Locking element 6 to each other, thereby avoiding mutual jamming and the assembly is made functionally easier.
  • the assembly of the cover plate 4 on the frame 3 is explained with reference to FIG. 1: In the direction of arrow D, ie parallel to wall 1, the two articulation elements 18 of the cover plate 4 inserted into the articulation recesses 20.
  • the Articulation element 18 is essentially one of the edge area 8 of the cover plate 4 right-angled section with a slightly conical cross-section that the Introducing into the articulation recess 20 facilitates, which in turn is also easy is conical.
  • the angled area of the articulation element 18 sits on the edge region 21 of the frame 3, a pivoting movement of the Arrow E executed on the cover plate 4, so that the locking elements 17 in the Snap base 14 into place.
  • the locking elements 17 are - as can be seen from FIGS.
  • Unlocking takes place by inserting the tool 12 into the tool recess 13 of the unlocking element 10 and compression of the return spring 11.
  • the disassembly is realized by that the now released or unlocked cover plate 4 in the direction of Arrow F is pivoted, the pivot axis, not shown here in the Area of the articulation elements 18 and the articulation recesses 20, and from the articulation recesses 20 is led out in the direction of arrow G.
  • 1, 3, 6 and 7 further shows that the frame 3 two Has webs 23, the cover plate 4 in the assembled state, as in Fig. 3rd shown, contact and extend on the long sides of the frame 3.
  • At least one web 23, expediently both webs 23, are used according to the invention for Bracing of the frame 3 and / or to support the cover plate 4.
  • Des 2 and 5 indicate that the cover plate is convexly curved is and that a web 23 in the region of the highest curvature height, the two recordings 7 trains in which the two locking elements 6 are mounted.
  • the cover plate 4 a centrally arranged trigger element 24 for actuating the valve WC cistern or a urinal control is assigned.
  • the trigger element 24 is arranged in a recess 25 of the cover plate 4.
  • the recess 25 is designed, for example, as a protective glass for an infrared control.
  • the trigger element can be used as one Spring-loaded push button can be formed, which is displaceable in the cover plate is mounted to the actuation of the pins, levers or the like Allow valve to trigger a flushing process.
  • the frame contains the four corners Flanges 28 with openings 30 through which, in particular, screws for fastening the frame can be passed through on the wall or other components.
  • this particular frame contains at least two webs 32 to 35, which extend from the edge to the center to form a receiving body 36 extend.
  • the receiving body 36 is used for support or guidance of parts of the trigger element mentioned. Contains the release element an electronic module, in particular with an infrared sensor, is this Electronics module attached to the central receiving body 36 of the frame 3.
  • the trigger element contains, for example, a for Protective glass that transmits infrared rays or the like. During assembly or Disassembly of the cover plate can thus remain unchanged on the infrared sensor Frame 3 remain without additional measures such as separation of cables or the like are required.
  • the trigger element contains a push button for mechanical actuation of a valve
  • this pushbutton is expediently the cover plate assigned.
  • the central receiving body 36 of the frame 3 contains one continuous recess 38 through which one with the push button of the cover plate reaches through the corresponding pin.
  • the cover plate 4 contains a base body 40, which suitably consists of plastic.
  • the base body 40 can consist of colored plastic in the desired color or on it Surface 42 have a layer of paint or varnish of the desired color. Often there is a requirement to get a metal surface the deposition of thin metal layers is in principle possible is, but often does not correspond to the heavy loads and wear. Therefore, according to the invention, a surface 44 is assigned to the surface 42.
  • This Shell 44 is conveniently made of thin metal and surrounds the Basic body of the cover plate on the visible side completely, as it from the Fig. 11 can be clearly seen. The shell 44 is fixed to the base body 40 and permanently connected.
  • the shell 44 is preferably on the surface 42 of the Base body glued.
  • the casing 44 in an alternative embodiment have tabs 46, which the rear Grip around edge 48 of base body 40.
  • the metal shell 44 according to the invention protects the base body 40 in an expedient manner against external influences and the cover plate 4 constructed in this way is characterized by high functionality and lifespan. It is also essential that the same basic body 40 for the colored normal version and for the special version of the cover plate with additional sheath 44, preferably made of metal, is used.

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Abstract

The arrangement has a covering panel (4) which can form a detachable connection to a frame (3), which can be installed in the region of the opening (2). At least one locking element (6) is used to form the connection, and can be unlocked in order to detach the panel from the frame. The element is arranged in a receptacle (7) so that it can move but cannot be released, and is associated with a corresponding element (17), with which it engages in order to connect the panel and the frame. It can also be disengaged from the corresponding element in order to free the locking element.

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Die Erfindung bezieht sich auf eine Abdeckanordnung einer Revisionsöffnung für ein Sanitärelement gemäß den im Oberbegriff des Patentanspruchs 1 angegebenen Merkmalen.The invention relates to a cover arrangement of an inspection opening for a sanitary element according to the in the preamble of claim 1 specified features.

Aus dem deutschen Gebrauchsmuster DE-U-94 06 844 ist eine derartige Abdeckanordnung bekannt, welche eine Abdeckplatte mit einem Auslöseelement enthält, um bei Bedarf einen Spülvorgang, beispielsweise eines WC, auslösen zu können. Im Bereich einer einem Spülkasten zugeordneten Revisionsöffnung ist ein Rahmen vorgesehen, mit welchem die Abdeckplatte lösbar verbunden ist. Nach der Herstellung der Verbindung zwischen Abdeckplatte und Rahmen ist sowohl die Revisionsöffnung als auch der Rahmen von der Abdeckplatte verdeckt. Der Rahmen weist an einer Längsseite, welche bei vertikaler Montage zweckmäßig an der Unterseite des Rahmens liegt, einen mittels einer Druckfeder nach unten gedrückten Riegel auf. Die Abdeckplatte enthält an einemvon der Frontfläche nach hinten gerichteten Randbereich eine Haltenase, mit welcher der Riegel in Eingriff bringbar ist. Der Riegel ist in einer Aufnahme bzw. Riegelführung entgegen der Kraft eines Federelements verschiebbar. An der gegenüberliegenden Seite enthält der Rahmen eine Ausnehmung für eine zugeordnete weitere Haltenase der Abdeckplatte. Bei der Montage wird die Abdeckplatte schräg mit ihrem unteren Randteil zum Rahmen geführt, wobei die Haltenasen des unteren Randbereiches hinter die Unterkanten des genannten federnden Riegels gebracht werden. Nachfolgend ist die Abdeckplatte vertikal nach oben zu schieben, wobei eine Mitnehmergabel eine Drückerstange formschlüssig aufnimmt. Anschließend wird auch die Oberkante der Abdeckplatte nach hinten an den Rahmen geschwenkt. Durch Absenkung der Abdeckplatte rasten deren obere Haltenasen in zugeordnete Ausnehmungen am oberen Rand des genannten Rahmens ein. Eine Sicherung der derart montierten Abdeckplatte bezüglich des Rahmens ist nicht ohne weiteres möglich. Such is from the German utility model DE-U-94 06 844 Cover arrangement known, which has a cover plate with a trigger element contains to trigger a flushing process, for example a toilet, if necessary can. In the area of an inspection opening assigned to a cistern a frame is provided with which the cover plate is detachably connected. After making the connection between cover plate and frame both the inspection opening and the frame from the cover plate covered. The frame has on one long side, which is for vertical installation is conveniently located on the underside of the frame, one by means of a compression spring latch pressed down. The cover plate contains one of the Front surface rearward edge area a retaining lug with which the latch can be brought into engagement. The bolt is in a receptacle or Bolt guide slidable against the force of a spring element. At the opposite side, the frame contains a recess for one assigned further retaining lug of the cover plate. When assembling the Cover plate led obliquely with its lower edge part to the frame, the Retaining lugs of the lower edge area behind the lower edges of the above resilient bolt are brought. In the following, the cover plate is vertical to push upwards, with a driving fork a push rod form-fitting. Then the upper edge of the Cover plate swung back to the frame. By lowering the Cover plate snap their upper retaining lugs into assigned recesses top of the frame. A backup of the so assembled Cover plate with respect to the frame is not easily possible.

Ferner ist aus der US-A-4 252 193 eine Abdeckanordnung bekannt, welche als Gitterabdeckung eines Abwassergully mit einer Anzahl von parallelen Schlitzen ausgebildet ist, durch welche Wasser in die darunterliegende Kanalisation strömen kann. Die Abdeckung ist mit ihrer Frontfläche bündig in einem Rahmen eingelegt, welcher beispielsweise im Straßenboden eingelassen ist. Diese Abdeckanordnung kann auch anderweitig, beispielsweise zur Abdeckung einer Einstiegsöffnung eines Öltanks zum Einsatz gelangen. Die Abdeckplatte enthält in der Frontfläche eine Entriegelungsaussparung für das Einführen eines Werkzeugs zur Betätigung eines mit einem Verriegelungselement gekoppelten Entriegelungselements. Das Verriegelungselement ist als ein mit einem Federelement beaufschlagter Bolzen ausgebildet, dessen freies Ende nach der Montage der Abdeckplatte ein Befestigungselement des Rahmens hintergreift. Mittels des Werkzeugs ist sowohl bei der Montage als auch bei der Demontage über das Entriegelungselement das Verriegelungselement entgegen der Kraft des Federelements derart zu bewegen, daß das freie Ende des Verriegelungselements an dem genannten Befestigungselement des Rahmen vorbeibewegbar ist. Bei der Montage ist somit keine selbsttätig in Eingriff bringbare Rastverbindung herstellbar.Furthermore, from US-A-4 252 193 a cover arrangement is known which as Grid cover of a sewage gully with a number of parallel slots is formed through which water into the sewerage below can flow. The front surface of the cover is flush in a frame inserted, which is embedded in the street floor, for example. This Cover arrangement can also be used otherwise, for example to cover a Entry opening of an oil tank. The cover plate contains in the front surface an unlocking recess for the insertion of a Tool for actuating a coupled with a locking element Unlocking element. The locking element is as one with one Spring element acted upon bolt, the free end after the Mounting the cover plate engages behind a fastening element of the frame. Using the tool is both during assembly and disassembly the locking element against the force via the unlocking element to move the spring element such that the free end of the Locking element on said fastener of the frame can be moved past. There is therefore no automatic engagement during assembly bringable locking connection can be made.

Des weiteren ist aus dem deutschen Gebrauchsmuster DE-U-92 10 905 eine Abdeckanordnung bekannt, welche einer Wandöffnung zugeordnet ist und einen Rahmen und eine Abdeckung mit einer Taste für die Betätigung des Ablaufventils eines Spülkastens enthält. Die Abdeckplatte ist mittels Schrauben am Rahmen lösbar befestigt und der Rahmen ist an der Auskleidung der Wandöffnung mittels Stehbolzen befestigt. Das Anschrauben der Abdeckplatte bei der Montage bzw. das Abschrauben bei Service- oder Revisionsarbeiten erfordert einen nicht zu vernachlässigenden Aufwand. Es muß Sorge getragen werden, daß Beschädigungen, beispielsweise aufgrund eines zu starken Festziehens der Schrauben, vermieden werden. Auch besteht die Gefahr, daß bei der Montage oder Demontage die eine oder andere der Schrauben verlorengeht, wodurch in nachteiliger Weise ein Zeitverlust verursacht wird.Furthermore, one is from the German utility model DE-U-92 10 905 Cover arrangement known, which is assigned to a wall opening and a Frame and a cover with a button for operating the Contains drain valve of a cistern. The cover plate is by means of screws releasably attached to the frame and the frame is on the lining of the Wall opening fastened with stud bolts. Screwing on the cover plate during assembly or unscrewing during service or inspection work requires a not insignificant effort. Care must be taken be that damage, for example due to excessive tightening the screws. There is also a risk that the Assembly or disassembly one or the other of the screws is lost, which disadvantageously causes loss of time.

Ferner ist aus der deutschen Offenlegungsschrift DE-A-35 38 757 eine Revisionsabdeckung mit einem Rahmen und einem Revisionsdeckel bekannt. Zur Befestigung des Revisionsdeckels sind auf diesem Rastverschlüsse angeordnet, welche Rastfedern und den Rahmen übergreifende Federnasen aufweisen. Auf dem Revisionsrahmen sind Abweiser für die genannten Federnasen angeordnet, und auf dem Revisionsdeckel sind Arretierungsvorrichtungen vorgesehen. Die auf dem Revisionsdeckel angeordneten Rastverschlüsse erfordern eine komplexe Ausbildung des Revisionsdeckels, der auch als Abdeckplatte bezeichnet werden kann.Furthermore, a revision cover is from the German published application DE-A-35 38 757 known with a frame and an inspection cover. For Attachment of the inspection cover are arranged on this snap locks, which detent springs and spring lugs overlap the frame. On the revision frame has deflectors for the spring tabs mentioned, and locking devices are provided on the inspection cover. The on The snap locks arranged on the inspection cover require a complex one Formation of the inspection cover, which is also referred to as a cover plate can.

Weiterhin ist aus der deutschen Offenlegungsschrift DE-A-40 05 753 ein Wandeinbauspülkasten mit einer Abdeckplatte bekannt, welche als eine keramische Platte mit an der Rückseite angeordneten einhakbaren Ansätzen versehen ist. Ein mit der Wand verbindbarer Rahmen enthält mit den Ansätzen korrespondierende Aufhängeelemente. An der Unterseite der Abdeckplatte sind Schrauben vorgesehen, welche bei der Montage mit dem unteren Rand des Rahmens in Eingriff gebracht werden. Obgleich die Keramik-Abdeckplatte am oberen Rand aufgehängt ist, erfordert das Einschrauben und Justieren der genannten Schrauben einen nicht unerheblichen Zeit- und Montage aufbau. Die Schrauben sind in Öffnungen der Keramik-Abdeckplatte eingesetzt, und es besteht die Gefahr, daß diese Schrauben beim Transport oder bei der Montage auf diesen Öffnungen herausfallen und gegebenenfalls nicht zur Verfügung stehen.Furthermore, from the German published patent application DE-A-40 05 753 is a built-in cistern with a cover plate known as a ceramic Plate is provided with hookable lugs arranged on the back. On the frame, which can be connected to the wall, contains the corresponding ones Suspension elements. Screws are provided on the underside of the cover plate, which engages with the lower edge of the frame during assembly to be brought. Although the ceramic cover plate is hung at the top requires screwing in and adjusting the screws mentioned build up a not inconsiderable time and assembly. The screws are in Openings of the ceramic cover plate inserted, and there is a risk that these screws during transport or when mounting on these openings fall out and may not be available.

Schließlich ist aus dem deutschen Gebrauchsmuster DE-U 69 18 613 ein Deckenpaneel bekannt, welches über Halterungen auf mit einer Decke verbundenen Trägern aufliegt. Die Halterungen enthalten zwei Laschen, welche mit Vorsprüngen der Träger in Eingriff bringbar sind. Wenigstens eine Lasche enthält ein bewegbares Verriegelungselement, welches mittels einer Feder beaufschlagt ist und bedarfsweise aus dem zugeordneten Träger herauslösbar ist. Die Lasche mit dem Verriegelungselement ist ihrerseits mittels Schrauben mit dem Paneel verbunden und erfordert insgesamt ein vergleichsweise großes Bauvolumen. Es sind besondere Maßnahmen notwendig, um das Verriegelungselement zu betätigen.Finally, from the German utility model DE-U 69 18 613 is a ceiling panel known, which has brackets on beams connected to a ceiling lies on. The brackets contain two tabs, which with projections Carriers can be brought into engagement. At least one tab contains a movable one Locking element, which is acted upon by a spring and if necessary is detachable from the assigned carrier. The tab with the locking element is in turn connected to the panel by means of screws and overall requires a comparatively large construction volume. They are special Measures necessary to operate the locking element.

Der vorliegenden Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine Anordnung der in Rede stehenden Art dahingehend auszubilden, daß bei einfacher Konstruktion eine leichte und schnelle Montage der Abdeckplatte ermöglicht wird und ferner die Demontage mit einem geringen Aufwand durchführbar ist. Die Abdeckanordnung soll einen geringen Fertigungsaufwand erfordern und nur wenige Bauteile und Einzelkomponenten aufweisen. Auch bei wiederholtem Demontieren oder Montieren der Abdeckplatte soll eine funktionssichere Verbindung am Rahmen gewährleistet sein.The present invention has for its object to provide an arrangement in Form to be discussed in such a way that with simple construction an easy and quick assembly of the cover plate is made possible and further disassembly can be carried out with little effort. The cover assembly should require little manufacturing effort and only a few components and have individual components. Even with repeated dismantling or Mounting the cover plate is intended to ensure a functionally reliable connection to the frame to be guaranteed.

Die Lösung dieser Aufgabe erfolgt gemäß den Merkmalen des Patentanspruchs 1.This object is achieved in accordance with the features of patent claim 1.

Die erfindungsgemäße Abdeckanordnung besitzt einen funktionsgerechten Aufbau und ermöglicht eine einfache Montage der Abdeckplatte ohne Werkzeuge, wobei die Demontage durch Lösen der Verriegelungselemente mittels eines geeigneten Werkzeuges durchführbar ist. Zur Verbindung der Abdeckplatte mit dem Rahmen ist mindestens ein entriegelbares Verriegelungselement vorgesehen. Die Anordnung enthält mindestens ein linear verschiebbares Verriegelungselement, das zur Ausbildung der Verbindung dient und bei Bedarf entriegelt werden kann. Mittels des Verriegelungselements erfolgt eine Rastverriegelung bei der Montage, ohne daß hierzu ein Werkzeug notwendig ist. Die Entriegelung erfolgt in zweckmäßiger Weise durch Einwirkung einer Druckkraft und Verschieben des Verrieglungselements entgegen der Kraft einer Feder, welche nach der Montage der Abdeckplatte das Verriegelungselement in Eingriff mit einem korrespondierenden Rastelement hält und so die Abdeckplatte bezüglich des Rahmens definiert festlegt.The cover arrangement according to the invention has a functional design and enables easy mounting of the cover plate without tools, the disassembly by releasing the locking elements by means of a suitable tool is feasible. To connect the cover plate with at least one unlockable locking element is provided on the frame. The arrangement contains at least one linearly displaceable locking element, that serves to form the connection and can be unlocked if necessary can. By means of the locking element, a latching lock takes place at the Assembly without the need for a tool. The unlocking takes place expediently by the action of a compressive force and moving the Locking element against the force of a spring, which after assembly the cover plate engages the locking element with a corresponding one Locking element holds and so the cover plate with respect to the frame defined defines.

Die von außen, insbesondere der Unterseite des Rahmens, aus durchführbare lineare Verschiebung erfolgt entgegen der Kraft eines elastisch nachgiebigen Federelements. Um die Gefahr einer Beschädigung des Verriegelungselementes infolge unsachgemäßer Ablage der Abdeckplatte nach der Demontage vom Rahmen zu vermeiden, ist das Verriegelungselement bevorzugt dem Rahmen zugeordnet. Bei einer Anordnung des Verriegelungselementes am Rahmen ist wesentlich, daß das Verriegelungselement bei montierter Abdeckplatte von außen zugänglich und betätigbar ist. Von Vorteil ist es weiterhin, wenn der Rahmen eine Aufnahme für das Verriegelungselement aufweist und für Bewegungsabläufe während des Ver- und Entriegelns erforderliche Führungskanäle für das Verriegelungselement enthält.The outside, especially the bottom of the frame, feasible linear displacement takes place against the force of an elastically compliant Spring element. To avoid the risk of damage to the locking element due to improper storage of the cover plate after disassembly To avoid the frame, the locking element is preferably the frame assigned. With an arrangement of the locking element on the frame essential that the locking element when the cover plate is mounted from the outside is accessible and operable. It is also advantageous if the frame has a receptacle for the locking element and for movements guide channels required for the locking element during locking and unlocking contains.

Das Verriegelungselement ist mit dem Rahmen oder der Abdeckplatte derart verbunden, daß es auch bei abgenommener Abdeckplatte im Rahmen oder der Abdeckplatte verankert ist. Das Verriegelungselement ist "unverlierbar" mit der Abdeckplatte oder dem Rahmen bewegbar verbunden und kann vor der Montage oder während Servicearbeiten beim Abnehmen der Abdeckplatte nicht abhanden kommen. Das Verriegelungselement kann mit einem Stift oder Zapfen betätigt werden und ein Schraubendreher oder Schraubenschlüssel sind entbehrlich. Es muß lediglich eine einfache Druckbewegung zum Entriegeln und Ablösen der Abdeckplatte durchgeführt werden. Hingegen erfolgt erfindungsgemäß die Verbindung der Abdeckplatte mit dem Rahmen ohne irgendein Werkzeug aufgrund der federelastisch und/oder nachgiebigen Anordnung des Verriegelungselements.The locking element is with the frame or the Cover plate connected in such a way that it is in the Frame or the cover plate is anchored. The locking element is "captively" movably connected to the cover plate or the frame and can be removed before assembly or during service work when removing the cover plate don't get lost. The locking element can with a Pin or peg are operated and a screwdriver or wrench are dispensable. It just has to be a simple push to Unlocking and detaching the cover plate. On the other hand according to the invention the connection of the cover plate to the frame without any Tool due to the resilient and / or compliant arrangement of the locking element.

Es besitzen die Abdeckplatte und der Rahmen jeweils wenigstens ein Anlenkelement und ein korrespondierendes Rastelement, welche an einer Seite, vorzugsweise im Bereich des oberen Randes, des Rahmens und der Abdeckplatte angeordnet sind. Auf der anderen Seite, vorzugsweise im Bereich der Unterseite von Abdeckplatte und Rahmen, ist das wenigstens eine Verriegelungselement mit dem korrespondierenden Rastelement vorgesehen. Zur Herstellung der Verbindung wird zunächst die Abdeckplatte mit dem Rahmen mittels des Anlenkelements und des zugeordneten Rastelements gekoppelt. Nach Durchführen einer kleinen Schwenkbewegung, verbunden mit einer kleinen Linearbewegung, wird das Verriegelungselement mit dem zugeordneten Rastelement an der anderen Seite des Rahmens und/oder der Abdeckplatte mit dem zugeordneten Rastelement in Eingriff gebracht. Die Verbindung erfolgt manuell ohne Zuhilfenahme eines Werkzeuges durch Einhängen der Abdeckplatte in den Rahmen auf einer Seite, einer kleinen Schwenkbewegung, ggfs. kombiniert mit einer kurzen Linearbewegung und nachfolgend durch Andrücken der Abdeckplatte mittels des elastisch ausgebildeten und/oder elastisch angeordneten Verriegelungselements die feste Verbindung der Abdeckplatte an dem Rahmen hergestellt wird.The cover plate and the frame each have at least one a link element and a corresponding locking element, which on a Side, preferably in the area of the upper edge, the frame and the cover plate are arranged. On the other hand, preferably in the area of Underside of cover plate and frame, is the at least one locking element provided with the corresponding locking element. For the production the connection is first the cover plate with the frame by means of Coupling elements and the associated locking element coupled. After performing a small swivel movement combined with a small linear movement, the locking element with the associated locking element the other side of the frame and / or the cover plate with the associated Brought into engagement. The connection is made manually without Using a tool by hanging the cover plate in the frame on one side, a small swivel movement, possibly combined with a short linear movement and then by pressing the cover plate by means of the elastically designed and / or elastically arranged locking element the fixed connection of the cover plate to the frame becomes.

In einer besonders zweckmäßigen Ausgestaltung sind zwei entriegelbare Verriegelungselemente mit zugeordneten Rastelementen vorgesehen. Diese Verriegelungselemente sind zweckmäßig voneinander beabstandet in der Weise angeordnet, daß nur bei gleichzeitiger Betätigung, insbesondere mittels eines Spezialwerkzeuges, die Abdeckplatte vom Rahmen gelöst werden kann. Es ist eine "vandalensichere" Befestigung gewährleistet, da das Entfernen der Abdeckplatte mit einem Nagel, Stift oder ähnlichem nicht möglich ist, da beide Verriegelungselemente betätigt werden müssen.In a particularly expedient embodiment, there are two unlockable locking elements provided with associated locking elements. These locking elements are expediently spaced apart in the way arranged that only with simultaneous actuation, in particular by means of a Special tool, the cover plate can be detached from the frame. It is a "vandal-proof" attachment is ensured by removing the cover plate with a nail, pen or the like is not possible because both locking elements must be operated.

Damit das dem Rahmen zugeordnete Verriegelungselement bei montierter Abdeckplatte mühelos von außen betätigbar ist, weist die Abdeckplatte eine Entriegelungsaussparung auf, durch die hindurch das Verriegelungselement erreichbar ist und betätigt werden kann. Bevorzugt wird ein Entriegelungselement zum Ver- und/ oder Entriegeln vorgesehen, das sich vorzugsweise innerhalb der Entriegelungsaussparung erstreckt. Einerseits wird durch eine verdeckte Anordnung des Betätigungselementes innerhalb der Entriegelungsaussparung eine Betätigung durch Unbefugte weitgehend vermieden, insbesondere dann, wenn die Abdeckplatte derart an einem einer vertikalen Wand zugeordneten Rahmen festgelegt wird, daß die in den Randbereich eingearbeitete Entriegelungsaussparung nach unten öffnet. Andererseits wird eine optisch ansprechende Gestaltung erzielt, da aus der Abdeckplatte bzw. deren Randbereich das Entriegelungselement nicht vorsteht, sondern vollständig abgedeckt ist.So that the locking element assigned to the frame when the cover plate is mounted is easy to operate from the outside, the cover plate has an unlocking recess through which the locking element can be reached is and can be operated. An unlocking element is preferably used for locking and / or unlocking provided, which is preferably within the unlocking recess extends. On the one hand, a concealed arrangement of the Actuating element within the unlocking recess largely avoided by unauthorized persons, especially if the cover plate thus fixed to a frame associated with a vertical wall is that the unlocking recess worked into the edge area after opens below. On the other hand, an optically appealing design is achieved because the unlocking element from the cover plate or its edge area protrudes, but is completely covered.

Im Hinblick auf die Realisierung eines geringen Bauaufwandes ist das Entriegelungselement gemäß einer vorteilhaften Ausgestaltung der Erfindung als integraler Bestandteil des Verriegelungselementes ausgeführt und ragt in Verriegelungsstellung in die Entriegelungsaussparung hinein. Durch die einstückige Ausbildung werden die Herstellungskosten gering gehalten, obwohl es auch denkbar wäre, eine als Lager- und Führungsteil ausgestaltete Entriegelungsaussparung vorzusehen, die ein separates Entriegelungselement enthält. With regard to the realization of a low construction effort, the unlocking element is according to an advantageous embodiment of the invention as an integral Part of the locking element executed and protrudes in the locking position into the unlocking recess. Through the one-piece training Manufacturing costs are kept low, although it is also conceivable would be an unlocking recess designed as a bearing and guide part to provide, which contains a separate unlocking element.

Dem Verriegelungselement ist ein Federelement zugeordnet, insbesondere eine Rückstellfeder, deren Entspannungszustand die Verriegelungsstellung begründet. Zur Entriegelung wird das Entriegelungselement in Richtung des am Rahmen festgelegten Endes der Rückstellfeder bewegt, wobei die Feder zusammengedrückt wird und eine Freigabe des Verriegelungselementes erfolgt. Im Hinblick auf den geringen Abstand zwischen dem Rahmen und der Abdeckplatte und im Hinblick auf eine weitgehend unauffällige, nur über den Randbereich der Abdeckplatte realisierbare Betätigung wird die Rückstellfeder derart angeordnet, daß sich die Betätigungsrichtung parallel zu einer vertikalen Wand oder horizontalen Auflagefläche erstreckt. Die Druckbeaufschlagung der Feder kann mittels eines Werkzeuges durchgeführt werden, das in die Entriegelungsaussparung eingesteckt wird und auf das Entriegelungselement einwirkt. Dabei könnte das Entriegelungselement selbst eine Aufnahme für das Werkzeug ausbilden, das hierdurch sicher geführt ist. Als Werkzeug könnte z. B. ein Imbusschlüssel oder ein Zapfen zur Anwendung kommen.The locking element a spring element is assigned, in particular a return spring, whose relaxation state justifies the locking position. For unlocking the unlocking element is fixed in the direction of the frame End of the return spring moves, the spring is compressed and the locking element is released. In view of the low Distance between the frame and the cover plate and in terms of a largely inconspicuous, realizable only over the edge area of the cover plate Actuation, the return spring is arranged such that the direction of actuation parallel to a vertical wall or horizontal support surface extends. The spring can be pressurized using a tool be carried out, which is inserted into the unlocking recess and acts on the unlocking element. The unlocking element could form a receptacle for the tool yourself, this is safe is led. As a tool, e.g. B. an Allen key or a pin for Application come.

Im Hinblick auf das Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung, wobei das Entriegelungselement als integraler Bestandteil des Verriegelungselementes ausgeführt ist, wird ein spritzgegossenes Bauteil verwendet. Eine im wesentlichen U-förmige Bauteilform hat sich als besonders geeignet und stabil erwiesen - zumal hier infolge der mittigen Anordnung des Entriegelungselementes am Basisteil der U-Form - eine gleichmäßige Krafteinleitung erfolgt und an den Enden der U-Schenkel jeweils zwei Haken zur Verriegelung zur Verfügung stehen können. Die Länge der U-Schenkel determiniert dabei den Verstellweg der Feder und den Betrag der in der Verriegelungsstellung wirkenden Rückstellkraft. With regard to the embodiment of the invention, the unlocking element is designed as an integral part of the locking element, an injection molded component is used. An essentially U-shaped one Component shape has proven to be particularly suitable and stable - especially here due to the central arrangement of the unlocking element on the base part of the U-shape - An even application of force takes place and at the ends of the U-legs two hooks can be available for locking each. The The length of the U-legs determines the adjustment path of the spring and the Amount of the restoring force acting in the locked position.

Zur Montage wird das Anlenkelement in die sich zwischen Wand oder Auflagefläche und Rahmen erstreckende Anlenkaussparung eingeführt, wobei dort eine Schwenkachse ausgebildet wird, um die die Abdeckplatte in Richtung der Wand oder Auflagefläche geschwenkt wird, bis das Rastelement in die Rastaussparung des Rahmens eingreift. Je nach dem, für welchen Anwendungszweck die Abdeckplatte vorgesehen ist und in welcher Art eine Entriegelung vorgenommen werden soll, könnte das Rastelement auch in einer anderen Position zum Anlenkelement vorgesehen sein. Wesentlich ist jedenfalls, daß das Rastelement bei der Herstellung mit dem Verriegelungselement zusammenwirkt, einerseits, um den Verriegelungsvorgang zu bewirken und andererseits - in Verriegelungsstellung - zur zusätzlichen Fixierung des Verriegelungselements, insbesondere in sich senkrecht zur Wand oder Auflagefläche erstreckender Richtung.For assembly, the articulation element is in the articulation recess extending between the wall or the support surface and the frame introduced, where a pivot axis is formed around the the cover plate is pivoted in the direction of the wall or support surface until the locking element engages in the locking recess of the frame. Depending on who for what application the cover plate is intended for and in what type the locking element could also be unlocked a different position to the articulation element. Is essential in any case, that the locking element during manufacture with the locking element cooperates, on the one hand, to lock the process effect and on the other hand - in the locking position - for additional fixation of the locking element, in particular perpendicular to the wall or support surface extending direction.

Unter Bezugnahme auf das bereits beschriebene Ausführungsbeispiel der erfindungsgemäßen Anordnung, wobei das Entriegelungselement und das Verriegelungselement einstückig und im wesentlichen U-förmig ausgestaltet sind, erfolgt das Zusammenwirken mit dem Rastelement der Abdeckplatte über das Basisteil der U-Form. In diesem Fall sind zwei Rastelemente vorgesehen, die sich jeweils an die Entriegelungsaussparung anschließen und während der Montage an den beidseitig eines Entriegelungselements angeordneten Basisteilabschnitten entlanggeführt werden. Die Rückstellfeder des Verriegelungselements wird hierbei zusammengedrückt bis die Rastelemente die beiden Basisteilabschnitte passiert haben und schließlich in die Rastaussparungen einrasten. Auf diese Weise ist einerseits der Verriegelungszustand und andererseits die Verbindung hergestellt.With reference to the already described embodiment of the invention Arrangement, wherein the unlocking element and the locking element are made in one piece and essentially U-shaped the interaction with the locking element of the cover plate via the base part the U shape. In this case, two locking elements are provided, each of which Connect to the unlocking recess and to the guided on both sides of an unlocking element arranged base sections become. The return spring of the locking element is here pressed together until the locking elements passes the two base sections have and finally snap into the recesses. That way on the one hand the locking state and on the other hand the connection is established.

Damit genügend Platz für die Aufnahme des Verriegelungselements zur Verfügung steht, ist es von besonderem Vorteil, die Abdeckplatte gewölbt auszubilden und dem Rahmen zur Abdeckplatte weisende und im Montagezustand an dieser anliegende Stege oder einen entsprechenden Flansch zuzuordnen, die bzw. der an die Formgebung der Abdeckplatte angepaßt sind bzw. ist. Im Bereich der größten Beabstandung zwischen dem Rahmen und der Abdeckplatte ist in einen der Stege oder in den Flansch zweckmäßigerweise die Aufnahme für das Verriegelungselement eingearbeitet. So that there is enough space to accommodate the locking element stands, it is particularly advantageous to form the cover plate arched and the frame facing the cover plate and in the assembled state to assign this adjacent webs or a corresponding flange, the or which are or are adapted to the shape of the cover plate. In the area the greatest distance between the frame and the cover plate is in one of the webs or in the flange expediently the receptacle for the Locking element incorporated.

Eine weiterführende Ausgestaltung der erfindungsgemäßen Anordnung, die die spezielle Anwendung für WC-Spülkästen betrifft, sieht ein Tastelement vor, das die Spülung auslöst. Die Abdeckplatte könnte nun so geformt sein, daß eine Vertiefung zur Aufnahme des Tastelements vorgesehen ist. Zudem könnte der Rahmen eine Versteifung aufweisen, die ein Widerlager für die Vetiefung nach der Montage der Abdeckplatte ausbildet.A further embodiment of the arrangement according to the invention, the concerns a special application for toilet cisterns, provides a probe element that the flushing triggers. The cover plate could now be shaped so that a recess is provided for receiving the probe element. The frame could also have a stiffener, which is an abutment for the recess after the Installation of the cover plate forms.

Besondere Ausgestaltungen und Weiterbildungen der Erfindung sind in den Unteransprüchen angegeben. Anhand der in der Zeichnung dargestellten besonderen Ausführungsbeispiele wird die erfindungsgemäße Abdeckanordnung näher erläutert. Es zeigen:

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einen Schnitt in einer vertikalen Ebene durch die Anordnung mit eingebautem Rahmen während der Montage der Abdeckplatte,
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eine Aufsicht auf die Anordnung aus Fig. 1 bei teilweise weggebrochener Abdeckplatte im Verriegelungszustand,
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eine Schnittdarstellung entlang der Schnittlinie A-A aus Fig. 2,
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eine Detaildarstellung aus Fig. 2, betreffend das Verriegelungselement,
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eine Aufsicht auf die Anordnung aus Fig. 1 bei teilweise weggebrochener Abdeckplatte während des Entriegelns mittels eines Werkzeuges,
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eine Schnittdarstellung entlang der Schnittlinie B-B aus Fig. 5 und
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einen Schnitt ähnlich Fig. 1 während der Demontage der Abdeckplatte,
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eine Ansicht einer weiteren Ausführungsform des Rahmens,
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teilweise eine Ansicht einer weiteren Ausführungsform der Abdeckplatte,
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Schnitte entlang der Schnittlinie G gemäß Fig. 9.
Particular refinements and developments of the invention are specified in the subclaims. The cover arrangement according to the invention is explained in more detail with reference to the special exemplary embodiments shown in the drawing. Show it:
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a section in a vertical plane through the arrangement with built-in frame during assembly of the cover plate,
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1 with the cover plate partly broken away in the locked state,
Fig. 3
3 shows a sectional illustration along the section line AA from FIG. 2,
Fig. 4
2, relating to the locking element,
Fig. 5
1 with the cover plate partially broken away during unlocking by means of a tool,
Fig. 6
a sectional view taken along section line BB of Fig. 5 and
Fig. 7
2 shows a section similar to FIG. 1 during the disassembly of the cover plate,
Fig. 8
2 shows a view of a further embodiment of the frame,
Fig. 9
partly a view of a further embodiment of the cover plate,
Fig. 10-11
Sections along the section line G according to FIG. 9.

Fig. 1 zeigt einen vertikalen Schnitt einer Wand 1 mit einer Öffnung, insbesondere einer Revisionsöffnung 2, hinter der ein nicht dargestellter Spülkasten angeordnet ist. Im Bereich der Öffnung 2 ist mit der Wand 1 ein Rahmen fest verbunden, an dem eine Abdeckplatte 4 lösbar festlegbar ist. Zur Einpassung in die Öffnung 2 weist der Rahmen 3 einen umlaufenden Flansch 5 auf.Fig. 1 shows a vertical section of a wall 1 with an opening, in particular an inspection opening 2, behind which a cistern, not shown, is arranged is. In the area of the opening 2, a frame is fixed to the wall 1 connected, on which a cover plate 4 is releasably attachable. To fit in the opening 2, the frame 3 has a circumferential flange 5.

Erfindungsgemäß sind zur Verbindung der Abdeckplatte 4 mit dem Rahmen 3 zwei entriegelbare Verriegelungselemente 6 vorgesehen, von welchen hier nur das eine Verriegelungselement zu erkennen ist. Jedes Verriegelungselement 6 ist in einer Aufnahme 7 des Rahmens 3 angeordnet und von außen betätigbar. Hierzu weist die Abdeckplatte 4 in ihrem als Einfassung für den Rahmen 3 ausgebildeten Randbereich 8 je eine Entriegelungsaussparung 9 auf.According to the invention, the cover plate 4 is connected to the frame 3 two unlockable locking elements 6 are provided, of which only that a locking element can be seen. Each locking element 6 is in a receptacle 7 of the frame 3 arranged and operable from the outside. For this has the cover plate 4 in its formed as an enclosure for the frame 3 Edge area 8 each have an unlocking recess 9.

In den Fig. 2 und 3 ist die Abdeckplatte 4 montiert und verriegelt. Hierbei erstreckt sich je ein Entriegelungselement 10 innerhalb der jeweiligen Entriegelungsaussparung 9. Das Entriegelungselement 10 ist in diesem Ausführungsbeispiel integraler Bestandteil des Verriegelungselements 6.2 and 3, the cover plate 4 is mounted and locked. Here extends each have an unlocking element 10 within the respective unlocking recess 9. The unlocking element 10 is in this embodiment integral part of the locking element 6.

Wie sich besonders aus Fig. 4 ergibt, umfaßt das Verriegelungselement 6 eine Rückstellfeder 11. Aus den Fig. 1 bis 3 und 5 bis 7 geht hervor, daß die Rückstellfeder 11 an einem Ende in der Aufnahme 7 festgelegt ist, die dazu einen nicht näher bezeichneten Steckfortsatz aufweist, auf den die Rückstellfeder 11 aufgesteckt ist. Das andere Ende der Rückstellfeder 11 trägt das Entriegelungselement 10. Zum Entriegeln des Verriegelungselements 6 wird die Rückstellfeder 11 in der in Fig. 6 gezeigten Betätigungsrichtung C parallel zur Wand 1 mittels eines Werkzeuges 12 zusammengedrückt. Das Werkzeug 12 enthält einen Zapfen, der in eine dafür vorgesehene Werkzeugaussparung 13 des Entriegelungselements 10 eingeführt wird. 4, the locking element 6 comprises a Return spring 11. From FIGS. 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 it can be seen that the return spring 11 is fixed at one end in the receptacle 7, which one Has unspecified plug extension on which the return spring 11th is attached. The other end of the return spring 11 carries the unlocking element 10. To unlock the locking element 6 is the return spring 11 in the actuation direction C shown in FIG. 6 parallel to the wall 1 by means of a tool 12 compressed. The tool 12 contains a pin, in a tool recess 13 of the unlocking element provided for this purpose 10 is introduced.

Anhand von Fig. 5 soll eine besondere Ausgestaltung erläutert werden, gemäß welcher das Werkzeug bevorzugt zwei Zapfen 12 aufweist, welche mit einem gemeinsamen Basisteil 12' miteinander zu einem einzigen Werkzeug verbunden sind. Dieses Spezialwerkzeug steht dem Installateur zur Verfügung und er kann problemlos die beiden Verriegelungselemente 6, 6' zum Ablösen der Abdeckplatte betätigen. Damit ist eine zumindest weitgehend vandalensichere Befestigung der Abdeckplatte gewährleistet, da mit einfachen Werkzeugen, Nägeln oder ähnlichem, die erforderliche gleichzeitige Betätigung der Verriegelungselemente 6, 6' nicht ohne weiteres durchführbar ist. Gegebenenfalls kann selbstverständlich ein erfahrener Installateur mit zwei separaten Werkzeugen die Entriegelung durchführen.A special embodiment is to be explained with reference to FIG which the tool preferably has two pins 12, which with one common base part 12 'connected to each other into a single tool are. This special tool is available to the installer and he can easily the two locking elements 6, 6 'for detaching the cover plate actuate. This is an at least largely vandal-proof attachment the cover plate ensures that with simple tools, nails or similar, the required simultaneous actuation of the locking elements 6, 6 'is not readily feasible. If necessary, of course an experienced plumber unlocking with two separate tools carry out.

Jedes der beiden Verriegelungselemente 6 weist - wie besonders deutlich aus Fig. 4 hervorgeht - die Form eines im wesentlichen U-förmigen Bauteils auf, wobei das Entriegelungselement 10 vorzugsweise mittig in das Basisteil 14 des U-förmigen Bauteils integriert ist. Die Schenkel 15 des U-förmigen Bauteils sind mit hakenförmigen Fortsätzen 16 versehen, die in der Verriegelungsstellung an der Aufnahme 7 anliegen. Die Aufnahme 7 weist in den Fig. 2 und 5 angedeutete, nicht näher bezeichnete Führungen auf, in denen sich die Schenkel 15 des Verriegelungselementes 6 erstrecken.Each of the two locking elements 6 has - as is particularly clear from FIG. 4 emerges - the shape of a substantially U-shaped component, wherein the unlocking element 10 preferably centrally in the base part 14 of the U-shaped Component is integrated. The legs 15 of the U-shaped component are with provided hook-shaped extensions 16 which in the locking position on the Admission 7. The receptacle 7 has indicated in FIGS. 2 and 5, Unspecified guides on which the legs 15 of the locking element 6 extend.

Zur lösbaren Verbindung der Abdeckplatte 4 mit dem Rahmen 3 weist die Abdeckplatte 4 im weiteren vier Rastelemente 17 und zwei Anlenkelemente 18 auf, die mit entsprechenden Rast- und Anlenkaussparungen 20 des Rahmens 3 zusammenwirken. Die Anlenkelemente 18 und die Rastelemente 17 sind an den gegenüberliegenden Längsseiten der Abdeckplatte 4 angeordnet. Die Rastelemente 17 weisen in zweckmäßiger Weise Schrägflächen auf, über welche die zugeordneten Verriegelungselemente 6 bzw. deren Basisteilabschnitte 22 bei der Montage hinweggleiten, bis letztere dann in Eingriff mit den Rastelementen 17 gelangen. Ferner weisen die Verriegelungselemente bzw. deren Basisteilabschnitte 22 Schrägflächen auf, welche nach außen in Richtung zur Abdeckplatte weisen. Bei der Montage gleiten in zweckmäßiger Weise die einander zugewandten und miteinander korrespondierenden Schrägflächen des Rastelements 17 sowie des Verriegelungselements 6 aneinander, wodurch ein gegenseitiges Verhaken vermieden und die Montage funktionssicher erleichtert wird. For the releasable connection of the cover plate 4 to the frame 3, the cover plate 4 further four locking elements 17 and two articulation elements 18, which cooperate with corresponding locking and articulation recesses 20 of the frame 3. The articulation elements 18 and the locking elements 17 are on the opposite Longitudinal sides of the cover plate 4 arranged. The locking elements 17th expediently have inclined surfaces over which the assigned Locking elements 6 or their base sections 22 during assembly slide away until the latter then engage the locking elements 17. Furthermore, the locking elements or their base sections 22 Inclined surfaces that point outwards towards the cover plate. At the assembly slide the facing each other in an appropriate manner mutually corresponding inclined surfaces of the locking element 17 and the Locking element 6 to each other, thereby avoiding mutual jamming and the assembly is made functionally easier.

Anhand von Fig. 1 wird die Montage der Abdeckplatte 4 am Rahmen 3 erläutert: In Richtung des Pfeiles D, also parallel zur Wand 1 werden die beiden Anlenkelemente 18 der Abdeckplatte 4 in die Anlenkaussparungen 20 eingeführt. Das Anlenkelement 18 ist ein vom Randbereich 8 der Abdeckplatte 4 im wesentlichen rechtwinklig abgewinkelter Abschnitt mit leicht konischem Querschnitt, der das Einführen in die Anlenkaussparung 20 erleichtert, die ihrerseits ebenfalls leicht konisch ausgeführt ist. Sitzt der abgewinkelte Bereich des Anlenkelements 18 auf dem Randbereich 21 des Rahmens 3 auf, wird nun eine Schwenkbewegung des Pfeiles E auf die Abdeckplatte 4 ausgeführt, so daß die Rastelemente 17 in das Basisteil 14 einrasten. Die Rastelemente 17 sind - wie aus den Fig. 2 und 5 hervorgeht - zu beiden Seiten der Entriegelungsaussparung 9 angeordnet. Während des Einrastens treffen die Rastelemente 17 auf die sich beidseitig des Entriegelungselementes 10 erstreckenden Basisteilabschnitte 22 des Veriegelungselements 6 und drücken die Rückstellfeder 11 bis zum Eingreifen in die Rastaussparung 19 temporär zusammen. Die Basisteilabschnitte 22 und die Rastelemente 17 weisen einander zugewandte Abschrägungen auf, die das Passieren des Verriegelungselementes erleichtern. Nach Passieren der Basisteilabschnitte 22 des Verriegelungselements 6 ist nicht nur die Rastverbindung, sondern auch die Verriegelung der Abdeckplatte 4 und des Rahmens 3 realisiert, da sich die Rückstellfeder 11 nun wieder entspannt, wobei sich das Entriegelungselement 10 in die Entriegelungsaussparung 9 und die Basisteilabschnitte 22 in den hinter den Rastelementen 17 freiligenden Randbereich 8 der Abdeckplatte 4 erstrecken. Im montierten und verriegelten Zustand liegen nun die gerade ausgebildeten Seitenflächen der Basisteilabschnitte 22 und der Rastelemente 17 aneinander an (siehe Fig. 3).The assembly of the cover plate 4 on the frame 3 is explained with reference to FIG. 1: In the direction of arrow D, ie parallel to wall 1, the two articulation elements 18 of the cover plate 4 inserted into the articulation recesses 20. The Articulation element 18 is essentially one of the edge area 8 of the cover plate 4 right-angled section with a slightly conical cross-section that the Introducing into the articulation recess 20 facilitates, which in turn is also easy is conical. The angled area of the articulation element 18 sits on the edge region 21 of the frame 3, a pivoting movement of the Arrow E executed on the cover plate 4, so that the locking elements 17 in the Snap base 14 into place. The locking elements 17 are - as can be seen from FIGS. 2 and 5 - Arranged on both sides of the unlocking recess 9. While the latching elements 17 engage on both sides of the unlocking element 10 extending base portions 22 of the locking element 6 and press the return spring 11 until it engages in the locking recess 19 temporarily together. The base sections 22 and the locking elements 17th have mutually facing bevels that pass through the locking element facilitate. After passing the base portion 22 of the locking element 6 is not only the locking connection, but also the locking the cover plate 4 and the frame 3 realized because the return spring 11 now relaxed again, the unlocking element 10 in the unlocking recess 9 and the base sections 22 in the behind Extend locking area 17 exposing edge area 8 of the cover plate 4. in the assembled and locked state are now the side surfaces just formed of the base sections 22 and the locking elements 17 to each other (see Fig. 3).

Die Entriegelung erfolgt durch Einführen des Werkzeuges 12 in die Werkzeugaussparung 13 des Entriegelungselements 10 und Zusammendrücken der Rückstellfeder 11. Wie in Fig. 7 verdeutlicht, wird die Demontage dadurch realisiert, daß die nunmehr freigegebene bzw. entriegelte Abdeckplatte 4 in Richtung des Pfeils F geschwenkt wird, wobei die hier nicht dargestellte Schwenkachse im Bereich der Anlenkelemente 18 und der Anlenkaussparungen 20 liegt, und aus den Anlenkaussparungen 20 in Richtung des Pfeils G herausgeführt wird. Unlocking takes place by inserting the tool 12 into the tool recess 13 of the unlocking element 10 and compression of the return spring 11. As shown in FIG. 7, the disassembly is realized by that the now released or unlocked cover plate 4 in the direction of Arrow F is pivoted, the pivot axis, not shown here in the Area of the articulation elements 18 and the articulation recesses 20, and from the articulation recesses 20 is led out in the direction of arrow G.

Aus den Fig. 1, 3, 6 und 7 geht des weiteren hervor, daß der Rahmen 3 zwei Stege 23 aufweist, die die Abdeckplatte 4 im montierten Zustand, wie in Fig. 3 gezeigt, kontaktieren und sich an den Längsseiten des Rahmens 3 erstrecken. Wenigstens ein Steg 23, zweckmäßig beide Stege 23, dienen erfindungsgemäß zur Aussteifung des Rahmens 3 und/oder zur Abstützung der Abdeckplatte 4. Des weiteren ist in den Fig. 2 und 5 angedeutet, daß die Abdeckplatte konvex gewölbt ist und daß ein Steg 23 im Bereich der höchsten Wölbungshöhe die beiden Aufnahmen 7 ausbildet, in denen die beiden Verriegelungselemente 6 gelagert sind.1, 3, 6 and 7 further shows that the frame 3 two Has webs 23, the cover plate 4 in the assembled state, as in Fig. 3rd shown, contact and extend on the long sides of the frame 3. At least one web 23, expediently both webs 23, are used according to the invention for Bracing of the frame 3 and / or to support the cover plate 4. Des 2 and 5 indicate that the cover plate is convexly curved is and that a web 23 in the region of the highest curvature height, the two recordings 7 trains in which the two locking elements 6 are mounted.

Schließlich ist aus den Fig. 1 bis 3 und 5 bis 7 ersichtlich, daß der Abdeckplatte 4 ein zentral angeordnetes Auslöseelement 24 zur Betätigung des Ventils eines WC-Spülkastens oder einer Urinal-Steuerung zugeordnet ist. Das Auslöseelement 24 ist in einer Vertiefung 25 der Abdeckplatte 4 angeordnet. Die Vertiefung 25 ist beispielsweise als ein Schutzglas für eine Infrarot-Steuerung ausgebildet. Ferner kann in einer alternativen Ausführungsform das Auslöseelement als eine Feder belastete Drucktaste ausgebildet sein, welche in der Abdeckplatte verschiebbar gelagert ist, um über Stifte, Hebel oder dergleichen die Betätigung des Ventils zur Auslösung eines Spülvorganges zu ermöglichen.Finally, it can be seen from FIGS. 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 that the cover plate 4 a centrally arranged trigger element 24 for actuating the valve WC cistern or a urinal control is assigned. The trigger element 24 is arranged in a recess 25 of the cover plate 4. The recess 25 is designed, for example, as a protective glass for an infrared control. Furthermore, in an alternative embodiment, the trigger element can be used as one Spring-loaded push button can be formed, which is displaceable in the cover plate is mounted to the actuation of the pins, levers or the like Allow valve to trigger a flushing process.

Fig. 8 zeigt in einer Ansicht eine besondere Ausführungsform des Rahmens 3, welcher an seinem unteren Ende einen gebogenen Rand 26 aufweist. Die Ausbildung der Verriegelungselemente 6 mit den Rückstellfedern 11 entspricht der oben erläuterten Ausführungsform. In den vier Eckbereichen enthält der Rahmen Flansche 28 mit Öffnungen 30, durch welche insbesondere Schrauben zur Befestigung des Rahmens an der Wand oder anderen Bauteilen hindurchführbar sind. In besonders zweckmäßiger Weise enthält dieser besondere Rahmens wenigstens zwei Stege 32 bis 35, welche sich vom Rand zum Zentrum zu einem Aufnahmekörper 36 erstrecken. Der Aufnahmekörper 36 dient zur Abstützung oder Führung von Teilen des erwähnten Auslöseelements. Enthält das Auslöseelement einen Elektronikbaustein, insbesondere mit einem Infrarotsensor, so ist dieser Elektronikbaustein auf dem zentralen Aufnahmekörper 36 des Rahmens 3 befestigt. Auf der Abdeckplatte enthält das Auslöseelement beispielsweise ein für Infrarotstrahlen durchlässiges Schutzglas oder dergleichen. Bei der Montage oder Demontage der Abdeckplatte kann somit der Infrarotsensor unverändert auf dem Rahmen 3 verbleiben, ohne daß insoweit zusätzliche Maßnahmen, wie Abtrennen von Kabel oder ähnliches, erforderlich sind.8 shows a view of a special embodiment of the frame 3, which has a curved edge 26 at its lower end. Training the locking elements 6 with the return springs 11 corresponds to the Embodiment explained above. The frame contains the four corners Flanges 28 with openings 30 through which, in particular, screws for fastening the frame can be passed through on the wall or other components. In a particularly expedient manner, this particular frame contains at least two webs 32 to 35, which extend from the edge to the center to form a receiving body 36 extend. The receiving body 36 is used for support or guidance of parts of the trigger element mentioned. Contains the release element an electronic module, in particular with an infrared sensor, is this Electronics module attached to the central receiving body 36 of the frame 3. On the cover plate, the trigger element contains, for example, a for Protective glass that transmits infrared rays or the like. During assembly or Disassembly of the cover plate can thus remain unchanged on the infrared sensor Frame 3 remain without additional measures such as separation of cables or the like are required.

Enthält das Auslöseelement hingegen eine Drucktaste zur mechanischen Betätigung eines Ventils, so ist diese Drucktaste in zweckmäßiger Weise der Abdeckplatte zugeordnet. Der zentrale Aufnahmekörper 36 des Rahmens 3 enthält eine durchgehende Ausnehmung 38, durch welche ein mit der Drucktaste der Abdeckplatte korrespondierender Stift hindurchgreift. Bei dieser Ausführungsvariante dient der Aufnahmekörper 36 somit in bevorzugter Weise zum Abstützen oder als Anschlag der Drucktaste und/oder zur Führung des mit der Drucktaste gekoppelten Stiftes, wodurch eine funktionssichere Betätigung für viele Jahre gewährleistet ist. Durch die erfindungsgemäß vorgesehenen wenigstens zwei sternförmig angeordneten Stege 32, 33, zweckmäßig in Verbindung mit den beiden weiteren sternförmigen Stegen 34, 35 weist der Rahmen 3 eine hohe Stabilität und Festigkeit bei geringem Materialeinsatz auf.However, the trigger element contains a push button for mechanical actuation of a valve, this pushbutton is expediently the cover plate assigned. The central receiving body 36 of the frame 3 contains one continuous recess 38 through which one with the push button of the cover plate reaches through the corresponding pin. In this variant serves the receiving body 36 in a preferred manner for support or as a stop for the push button and / or for guiding the one coupled with the push button Pin, which ensures reliable operation for many years is. Due to the at least two provided in accordance with the invention in a star shape arranged webs 32, 33, expediently in connection with the other two star-shaped webs 34, 35, the frame 3 has high stability and strength with little use of material.

Anhand der Fig. 9 bis 11 soll eine weitere besondere Ausführungsform der Abdeckanordnung erläutert werden. Die Abdeckplatte 4 enthält einen Grundkörper 40, welcher in zweckmäßiger Weise aus Kunststoff besteht. Der Grundkörper 40 kann aus farbigem Kunststoff in der gewünschten Farbe bestehen oder auf seiner Oberfläche 42 eine Farbschicht oder Lackschicht der gewünschten Farbe aufweisen. Oftmals besteht die Anforderung, eine Metalloberfläche zu erhalten, wobei das Aufdampfen von dünnen Metallschichten zwar grundsätzlich möglich ist, doch den starken Belastungen und Abnutzungen oftmals nicht entspricht. Daher ist erfindungsgemäß der Oberfläche 42 eine Hülle 44 zugeordnet. Diese Hülle 44 besteht in zweckmäßiger Weise aus dünnem Metall und umgibt den Grundkörper der Abdeckplatte an der sichtbaren Seite vollständig, wie es aus der Fig. 11 klar zu ersehen ist. Die Hülle 44 ist mit dem Grundkörper 40 fest und dauerhaft verbunden. Hierzu ist die Hülle 44 bevorzugt auf die Oberfläche 42 des Grundkörpers geklebt. Wie aus Fig. 10 ferner zu ersehen ist, kann die Hülle 44 in einer alternativen Ausgestaltung Laschen 46 aufweisen, welche den hinteren Rand 48 des Grundkörpers 40 umgreifen. Die erfindungsgemäße Metallhülle 44 schützt den Grundkörper 40 in zweckmäßiger Weise vor äußeren Einwirkungen und die derart aufgebaute Abdeckplatte 4 zeichnet sich durch eine hohe Funktionalität und Lebensdauer aus. Wesentlich ist ferner, daß der gleiche Grundkörper 40 für die farbige Normalversion und für die Spezialversion der Abdeckplatte mit zusätzlicher Hülle 44, vorzugsweise aus Metall, zum Einsatz gelangt. Another special embodiment of the cover arrangement is intended to be shown in FIGS are explained. The cover plate 4 contains a base body 40, which suitably consists of plastic. The base body 40 can consist of colored plastic in the desired color or on it Surface 42 have a layer of paint or varnish of the desired color. Often there is a requirement to get a metal surface the deposition of thin metal layers is in principle possible is, but often does not correspond to the heavy loads and wear. Therefore, according to the invention, a surface 44 is assigned to the surface 42. This Shell 44 is conveniently made of thin metal and surrounds the Basic body of the cover plate on the visible side completely, as it from the Fig. 11 can be clearly seen. The shell 44 is fixed to the base body 40 and permanently connected. For this purpose, the shell 44 is preferably on the surface 42 of the Base body glued. As can also be seen from FIG. 10, the casing 44 in an alternative embodiment have tabs 46, which the rear Grip around edge 48 of base body 40. The metal shell 44 according to the invention protects the base body 40 in an expedient manner against external influences and the cover plate 4 constructed in this way is characterized by high functionality and lifespan. It is also essential that the same basic body 40 for the colored normal version and for the special version of the cover plate with additional sheath 44, preferably made of metal, is used.

BezugszeichenReference numerals

11
Wandwall
22nd
Öffnungopening
33rd
Rahmenframe
44th
AbdeckplatteCover plate
55
Flansch des Rahmens 3Flange of frame 3
6, 6'6, 6 '
VerriegelungselementLocking element
77
Aufnahme für das Verriegelungselement 6Recording for the locking element 6
88th
Randbereich der Abdeckplatte 4Edge area of the cover plate 4
99
EntriegelungsaussparungUnlocking recess
1010th
EntriegelungselementUnlocking element
1111
RückstellfederReturn spring
1212th
WerkzeugTool
12'12 '
Linie / Basisteil von 12Line / base part of 12
1313
Werkzeugaussparung im Entriegelungselement 10Tool recess in the unlocking element 10
1414
BasisteilBase part
1515
Schenkelleg
1616
hakenförmiger Fortsatzhook-shaped extension
1717th
RastelementLocking element
1818th
AnlenkelementArticulation element
1919th
RastaussparungNotch
2020th
AnlenkaussparungLink recess
2121
Randbereich des Rahmens 3Edge area of the frame 3
2222
BasisteilabschnittBase section
2323
Stegweb
2424th
AuslöseelementRelease element
2525th
Vertiefungdeepening
2626
gebogener Rand von 2curved edge of 2
2828
FlanscheFlanges
3030th
Öffnung in 28Opening in 28
32 - 3532-35
Stegweb
3636
AufnahmekörperReceiving body
3838
Ausnehmung in 36Recess in 36
4040
GrundkörperBasic body
4242
Oberflächesurface
4444
HülleCover
4646
LascheTab
4848
hinterer Rand von 40rear margin of 40

Claims (10)

  1. Cover arrangement for an inspection opening for a sanitary element, comprising a frame (3) which can be installed in the region of the inspection opening (2), a cover plate (4) which can be releasably connected to the frame (3) and covers it, which has in a front face an activating element (24) of the sanitary element and an edge region (8) which is spaced from the front face and is directed backwards towards the frame (3), this edge region being constructed as a border for the frame (3), also comprising in the region of a first side of the cover plate (4) a locking element (6) which is resiliently disposed and undetachably fixed in a receptacle (7) by means of a spring element (11), and a corresponding latching element (17), wherein the locking element (6) is connected to the frame (3) and the corresponding latching element (17) is connected to the cover plate (4) or vice versa, also comprising in the region of the opposing side of the cover plate (4) an articulation element (18) on the cover plate (4) and a corresponding latching element on the frame (3), the said elements being covered by the cover plate (4), and after production of the connection between the cover plate (4) and the frame (3) the said latching elements (17) are in engagement with the corresponding locking element (6) or respectively with the corresponding articulation element (18) and moreover can be disengaged from the latching element (17) for release of the locking element (6), characterised in that the edge region (8) of the cover plate (4) has a release recess (9),
    that the locking element (6) has base part portions (22) which during the mounting of the cover plate (4) are movable without a tool over the associated latching element (17), the spring element (11) being temporarily compressible until after the portions (22) of the base part have been passed the latching connection of the locking element (6) to the latching element (17) is produced,
    that associated with the locking element (6) is a release element (10) which for the release of the locking element (6) is accessible and can be actuated from the outside through the release recess (9),
    and that the locking element (6) is movable by means of the release element (10) against the force of the spring element (11), becoming disengaged from the corresponding latching element (17) in such a way that the cover plate (4) can be pivoted away from the frame (3).
  2. Cover arrangement according to Claim 1, characterised in that the spring element (11) is disposed in the receptacle (7) of the locking element (6).
  3. Arrangement according to Claim 1 or 2, characterised in that the release element (10) is connected to the locking element (6), this release element preferably being an integral component of the locking element (6) and in particular projecting away from the locking element (6) and disposed at least partially in the release recess (9).
  4. Arrangement according to Claim 4, characterised in that the locking element (6) and the release element (10) are disposed on the frame (3).
  5. Arrangement according to one of Claims 1 to 4, characterised in that the frame (3) has a receiving body (36) for the activating element (24) which is provided in particular for actuating a flushing system.
  6. Arrangement according to one of Claims 1 to 5, characterised in that the spring element (11) is constructed as a return spring and is compressible for release of the locking element (6), the spring element (11) preferably being disposed between the locking element (6) and a contact region or an edge region (21) of the frame (3).
  7. Arrangement according to one of Claims 1 to 6, characterised in that the locking element (6) is of substantially U-shaped construction and preferably has hook-shaped projections (6) which in the locking position rest on the said receptacle (7).
  8. Arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterised in that the cover plate (4) or the frame (3) has at least one articulation recess (20) or latching recess (19) corresponding to the articulation element (18) or to the latching element (17).
  9. Arrangement according to one of Claims 1 to 8, characterised in that the cover plate (4) is pivotable about a pivot axis which is formed by the articulation element (8) which engages in the articulation recess (20) for the mounting, wherein the latching element (17) can be introduced into the latching recess (19) and wherein by means of the spring element (11) the locking element (6) can be temporarily compressed until it engages in the latching recess (19).
  10. Arrangement according to one of Claims 1 to 9, characterised in that the cover plate (4) has a main body (40) and a cover (44) which can be connected thereto, the main body (40) preferably being made from plastic and the cover (44) from metal.
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