EP0854687B1 - Automatic or semi-automatic wiping material dispenser apparatus with a selector device - Google Patents

Automatic or semi-automatic wiping material dispenser apparatus with a selector device Download PDF

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EP0854687B1
EP0854687B1 EP96926438A EP96926438A EP0854687B1 EP 0854687 B1 EP0854687 B1 EP 0854687B1 EP 96926438 A EP96926438 A EP 96926438A EP 96926438 A EP96926438 A EP 96926438A EP 0854687 B1 EP0854687 B1 EP 0854687B1
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    • 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
    • A47K10/00—Body-drying implements; Toilet paper; Holders therefor
    • A47K10/24—Towel dispensers, e.g. for piled-up or folded textile towels; Toilet-paper dispensers; Dispensers for piled-up or folded textile towels provided or not with devices for taking-up soiled towels as far as not mechanically driven
    • A47K10/32—Dispensers for paper towels or toilet-paper
    • A47K10/34—Dispensers for paper towels or toilet-paper dispensing from a web, e.g. with mechanical dispensing means
    • A47K10/36—Dispensers for paper towels or toilet-paper dispensing from a web, e.g. with mechanical dispensing means with mechanical dispensing, roll switching or cutting devices
    • A47K10/3631—The cutting devices being driven manually
    • 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
    • A47K10/00—Body-drying implements; Toilet paper; Holders therefor
    • A47K10/24—Towel dispensers, e.g. for piled-up or folded textile towels; Toilet-paper dispensers; Dispensers for piled-up or folded textile towels provided or not with devices for taking-up soiled towels as far as not mechanically driven
    • A47K10/32—Dispensers for paper towels or toilet-paper
    • A47K10/34—Dispensers for paper towels or toilet-paper dispensing from a web, e.g. with mechanical dispensing means
    • A47K10/36—Dispensers for paper towels or toilet-paper dispensing from a web, e.g. with mechanical dispensing means with mechanical dispensing, roll switching or cutting devices
    • A47K10/3656—Dispensers for paper towels or toilet-paper dispensing from a web, e.g. with mechanical dispensing means with mechanical dispensing, roll switching or cutting devices with paper jam preventing devices
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y10—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC
    • Y10S—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y10S83/00—Cutting
    • Y10S83/929—Particular nature of work or product
    • Y10S83/949—Continuous or wound supply
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
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    • Y10T83/00—Cutting
    • Y10T83/465—Cutting motion of tool has component in direction of moving work
    • Y10T83/4766—Orbital motion of cutting blade
    • Y10T83/4795—Rotary tool
    • Y10T83/4804—Single tool action drive
    • Y10T83/4807—With one-revolution drive
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
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    • Y10T83/465—Cutting motion of tool has component in direction of moving work
    • Y10T83/4766—Orbital motion of cutting blade
    • Y10T83/4795—Rotary tool
    • Y10T83/4812—Compound movement of tool during tool cycle
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
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    • Y10T83/889—Tool with either work holder or means to hold work supply
    • Y10T83/896—Rotatable wound package supply

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  • the invention relates to the technical sector of devices paper towel, paper towel dispensers toilet, paper towels and the like with automatic operation or semi-automatic.
  • Such wiping paper dispensing devices are described in particular in FR-A-2701016.
  • the aim sought after according to the invention was therefore to design a device which is very simple for the operator, which can be manipulated, after easy visualization of the automatic operating modes or semi-automatic.
  • Another goal was to design a device with a minimum of parts and components of the device.
  • the material dispensing device wiping in automatic or semi-automatic operation the appliance being of the type comprising a casing receiving a hinged cover, said casing having side walls or flanges between which is positioned a drum associated with a cutting device, a lever eccentric being mounted at one end on the axis of the drum in receiving an elastic return means enabling it to be launched, said drum being arranged on its face opposite to that receiving the eccentric with an axially arranged operating button, is remarkable in that it includes a mode selector device operation of the device in automatic or semi-automatic version, said device comprising a first member forming a double lever opposite arms mounted free and pivoting in its middle part by relative to a fixed point established on the flange of the casing of the device, and in that the ends of the double lever are arranged to be functional depending on how the device is used, and in that the device comprises a second component established under form of a lever positioned and articulated along the axis of articulation of the double lever, said lever
  • the wiping paper dispenser is referenced in its together by (1). It allows automatic or semi-automatic paper strips for hand towel, paper towel, toilet paper. These strips can be presented flat unfolded or folded, according to techniques and means described in numerous patents developed by the Applicant.
  • the apparatus comprises a casing (2) made of any material, on which is articulated by the front a cover (3).
  • the housing has walls side or is arranged with flanges capable of receiving and allow the transverse positioning of a drum (4) associated with a integrated cutting device (5).
  • This drum, with cutting device is in particular described in French patent N. 2,332,215. He uses especially on one of the transverse sides of the device, to ensure the rotation and launching of the drum, an eccentric lever (6) mounted on the axis of the drum capable of receiving a return means elastic (7) allowing it to be launched in order to ensure rapid cutting and frank of the paper.
  • the roller and the pressing element are held anyway suitable for the aforementioned flanges by snap-fastening for example.
  • the drum is arranged, on its face opposite to that receiving the eccentric, with an operating button (9) arranged axially and allowing the operation of the initial part of the bandaged.
  • the device for selecting the mode of operation of the device in automatic or semi-automatic version comprises a first member (10) forming a double lever with branches opposite (10a - 10b) having, in its middle part (10c), a opening (10d) or hole capable of engaging on a fixed point of the type tenon (11) of complementary shape disposed at the front end of the flange opposite the casing.
  • This double lever includes a first profiled branch (10a) oriented towards the outside of the device and forming a support plane (10th) for positioning the thumb of the user.
  • an indication or marking is written on the plan abovementioned support with in the example shown the chin "PUSH".
  • the other branch (10b) of this double lever is arranged at its end with a double angled hook shape (10f) whose end (10g) is bent to come and engage in a cylindrical recess (4a) formed on the end flange (4b) opposite the drum.
  • This double lever is mounted free to pivot on its pin axis.
  • the selector device comprises a second component defined by a handle (12) which is positioned and centered relative to the axis hinge (11) of the double lever.
  • said lever has a sidewall (12a) fitted with an oblong opening (12b) capable of allow its engagement and its passage around a projecting axis (13) established in overflow on the tenon (11).
  • Said controller present on its side a finger (14) allowing the fixing of a return means (15) of the spring type with a first end (15a) attached to the finger and the other end (15b) is fixed to a point of projection (16) formed on the flange of the casing.
  • the controller also has a tab (12c) of profile almost identical to the support surface of the double lever (10), so that said leg is likely to overlap on the plane support.
  • On the tab is written on its underside, for example the mention "STOP”, and on its top side, for example the representation of an arrow.
  • the drum (4) is arranged with a circular internal recess (4a) on the side of the operating button and in look of the double sunrise. As shown in Figure 10, it is arranged on the outer periphery of the cavity a projection (18) forming a non-return stop as part of the automatic operation of the dispensing device. In addition and around the axis of the drum, a cam (19) is arranged. profile having a beak shape (19a) constituting a stop non-return as part of the semi-automatic operation of the device.
  • the dispensing device is automatic operation.
  • the handle (12) is positioned over the leg portion of the double lever. She is held in position, as well as the double lever, thanks to the return effect of the elastic means (15) directly associated with the lever. Because of this effect, the hook part of the double lever is moved back towards the front of the device, so as to follow the external internal profile of the cylindrical cavity of the drum.
  • the non-return stop prevents rotation in the opposite direction drum.
  • the eccentric lever and its spring on the other side of the drum operates normally and after distribution of a section of paper strip, the spring associated with the eccentric drum launch lever returns to its original position relaxation.
  • the hook part of the double lever comes in contact and pressing on the cam disposed in the cavity provided with the drum.
  • This positioning in semi-automatic will cause a partial displacement of the hook part of the double lever according to a rotation less than 360 ° due to the stop effect given by the specific profile of the cam.
  • the drum is therefore locked in position and the paper strip does not not overflow from the device.
  • the spring associated with the eccentric retains another residual tension.
  • the operator then press the double lever, in the corresponding support zone, while creating a pushing force greater than that of the spring associated with the controller.
  • the hook part of the double lever therefore moves away, freeing itself from the cam and its stop and therefore releasing the drum.
  • Voltage residual spring associated with the eccentric lever in turn causes a detent force that allows the device's drum to turn on a few degrees, according to an angular sector sufficient to cause the strip of paper to be pulled by the user.
  • the spring (15) associated with the lever (12) ensures by a detent blocking and locking in position of the lever and the double the sink.
  • the selector device is therefore very simple and does not requires no special mechanical means. Its manipulation by a operator is easy. It is facilitated by the mention of some indications simple visuals to remember. The assembly of the device is quick and the form pieces that are simple to make.

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Abstract

PCT No. PCT/FR96/01148 Sec. 371 Date Apr. 10, 1998 Sec. 102(e) Date Apr. 10, 1998 PCT Filed Jul. 22, 1996 PCT Pub. No. WO97/13441 PCT Pub. Date Apr. 17, 1997A dispensing apparatus including a device for selecting the operating mode of the apparatus so that it operates automatically or semi-automatically. The device includes a first member forming a double lever with opposed arms freely and pivotally mounted in the central portion of the device relative to a fixed point on the flange of the housing of the apparatus. The ends of the double lever are arranged to be functional depending on the operating mode of the apparatus. The device includes a second, handle-like component positioned and pivotally mounted about the pivot axis of the double lever. The handle is pivotable between two end positions counter to a resilient return mechanism enabling, depending on its position, the double lever to be positioned relative to a rotatable drum and the device to be operated in either an automatic or semi-automatic mode.

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L'invention se rattache au secteur technique des appareils distributeurs de papier d'essuyage du type papier essuie-main, papier toilette, papier essuie-tout et similaires à fonctionnement automatique ou semi-automatique.The invention relates to the technical sector of devices paper towel, paper towel dispensers toilet, paper towels and the like with automatic operation or semi-automatic.

Il existe déjà de nombreux appareils distributeurs de papier d'essuyage notamment développés par le Demandeur assurant une distribution soit dans le cadre d'un fonctionnement automatique par suite d'une simple traction du papier par l'utilisateur, soit dans le cadre d'un fonctionnement semi-automatique exigeant l'utilisation d'un levier de manoeuvre. Ces appareils distributeurs ont un fonctionnement fiable mais la mise en oeuvre de la sélection du mode de fonctionnement n'est pas toujours très facile à mettre en oeuvre et exige une multiplication de pièces. Très souvent, les dispositifs actuels à fonctionnement semi-automatique exigent l'intervention ou la manipulation, à plusieurs reprises, du levier de manoeuvre pour faire sortir la bande de papier hors de l'appareil.There are already many paper dispensing machines wipers developed in particular by the Applicant ensuring distribution either as part of automatic operation as a result by a simple pull of the paper by the user, either as part of a semi-automatic operation requiring the use of a maneuver. These dispensing devices operate reliably but the implementation of the selection of the operating mode is not always very easy to implement and requires a multiplication of rooms. Very often the current operating devices semi-automatic require intervention or manipulation, several of the operating lever to take the strip of paper out of the device.

De tels appareils distributeurs de papier d'essuyage sont notamment décrits dans FR-A-2701016.Such wiping paper dispensing devices are described in particular in FR-A-2701016.

Le but recherché selon l'invention était donc de concevoir un dispositif qui soit d'une grande simplicité pour l'opérateur, qui puisse être manipulé, après une visualisation aisée des modes de fonctionnement automatique ou semi-automatique. The aim sought after according to the invention was therefore to design a device which is very simple for the operator, which can be manipulated, after easy visualization of the automatic operating modes or semi-automatic.

Un autre but recherché était de concevoir un appareil avec un minimum de pièces et composants du dispositif.Another goal was to design a device with a minimum of parts and components of the device.

Un autre but recherché était d'obtenir, après le mode de sélection en distribution semi-automatique, la sortie de la bande de papier de l'appareil par une seule manoeuvre de l'opérateur.Another goal sought was to obtain, after the selection mode in semi-automatic dispensing, the output of the paper tape from the device by a single operator operation.

Ces buts et d'autres encore ressortiront bien de la suite de la description.These and other goals will emerge well from the rest of the description.

Selon une première caractéristique, l'appareil distributeur de matériau d'essuyage en fonctionnement automatique ou semi-automatique, l'appareil étant du type comprenant un carter recevant un couvercle articulé, ledit carter présentant des parois ou flasques latéraux entre lesquels est positionné un tambour associé a un dispositif de coupe , un levier excentrique étant monté à une extrémité sur l'axe du tambour en recevant un moyen de rappel élastique permettant son lancement, ledit tambour étant aménagé sur sa face opposée à celle recevant l'excentrique avec un bouton de manoeuvre disposé axialement, est remarquable en ce qu'il comprend un dispositif sélecteur du mode de fonctionnement de l'appareil en version automatique ou semi-automatique, ledit dispositif comprenant un premier organe formant double levier à branches opposées monté libre et pivotant dans sa partie médiane par rapport à un point fixe établi sur le flasque du carter de l'appareil, et en ce que les extrémités du double levier sont agencées pour être fonctionnelles suivant le mode d'utilisation de l'appareil, et en ce que le dispositif comprend un deuxième composant établi sous forme d'une manette positionnée et articulée selon l'axe d'articulation du double levier, ladite manette étant montée pivotante en deux positions d'extrémité à l'encontre d'un moyen élastique de rappel permettant selon son emplacement de positionner le double levier par rapport au tambour et d'assurer le fonctionnement du dispositif soit dans la version automatique soit dans la version semi-automatique.According to a first characteristic, the material dispensing device wiping in automatic or semi-automatic operation, the appliance being of the type comprising a casing receiving a hinged cover, said casing having side walls or flanges between which is positioned a drum associated with a cutting device, a lever eccentric being mounted at one end on the axis of the drum in receiving an elastic return means enabling it to be launched, said drum being arranged on its face opposite to that receiving the eccentric with an axially arranged operating button, is remarkable in that it includes a mode selector device operation of the device in automatic or semi-automatic version, said device comprising a first member forming a double lever opposite arms mounted free and pivoting in its middle part by relative to a fixed point established on the flange of the casing of the device, and in that the ends of the double lever are arranged to be functional depending on how the device is used, and in that the device comprises a second component established under form of a lever positioned and articulated along the axis of articulation of the double lever, said lever being pivotally mounted in two positions end against an elastic return means allowing according to its location to position the double lever relative to the drum and ensure the operation of the device either in the version automatic either in the semi-automatic version.

Ces caractéristiques et d'autres encore ressortiront bien de la suite de la description.These characteristics and others will emerge well from the following from the description.

Pour fixer l'objet de l'invention illustré non limitativement aux figures des dessins où :

  • La figure 1 est une vue de profil de l'appareil dans son mode de fonctionnement automatique et mettant en valeur les différents composants du dispositif sélecteur.
  • La figure 2 est une vue partielle de face établie selon la figure 1 montrant la position du dispositif de sélection en version distribution automatique.
  • La figure 3 est une vue similaire à la figure 1 de profil de l'appareil, dans sa version semi-automatique.
  • La figure 4 est une vue similaire à la figure 2 selon la flèche B de la figure 3, dans la version semi-automatique.
  • La figure 5 est une vue partielle à grande échelle et avant montage du dispositif de sélection selon l'invention.
  • La figure 6 est une vue partielle en plan selon une vue arrière d'un premier organe du dispositif sélecteur.
  • La figure 7 est une vue partielle en plan selon une vue arrière d'un second organe du dispositif sélecteur.
  • La figure 8 est une vue de la distribution du papier dans la version semi-automatique par suite de l'unique commande manuelle par l'opérateur de sortie du papier.
  • La figure 9 est une vue à grande échelle de la partie opposée de l'appareil distributeur mettant en valeur le moyen permettant la sortie de la bande de papier après action sur le levier de manoeuvre en sélection semi-automatique.
  • La figure 10 est une vue partielle à grande échelle montrant le tambour de l'appareil distributeur agencé avec des moyens participant au fonctionnement de l'appareil.
    • To fix the subject of the invention illustrated without limitation in the figures of the drawings where:
  • Figure 1 is a side view of the device in its automatic operating mode and highlighting the various components of the selector device.
  • Figure 2 is a partial front view established according to Figure 1 showing the position of the selection device in automatic distribution version.
  • Figure 3 is a view similar to Figure 1 in profile of the device, in its semi-automatic version.
  • Figure 4 is a view similar to Figure 2 according to arrow B of Figure 3, in the semi-automatic version.
  • Figure 5 is a partial view on a large scale and before mounting of the selection device according to the invention.
  • Figure 6 is a partial plan view according to a rear view of a first member of the selector device.
  • Figure 7 is a partial plan view according to a rear view of a second member of the selector device.
  • FIG. 8 is a view of the distribution of the paper in the semi-automatic version following the single manual control by the operator for removing the paper.
  • Figure 9 is a large-scale view of the opposite part of the dispensing device highlighting the means allowing the output of the paper strip after action on the operating lever in semi-automatic selection.
  • Figure 10 is a partial view on a large scale showing the drum of the dispensing device arranged with means participating in the operation of the device.

    • Afin de rendre plus concret l'objet de l'invention, on le décrit maintenant d'une manière non limitative aux figures des dessins.In order to make the object of the invention more concrete, it is described now in a nonlimiting manner to the figures of the drawings.

    L'appareil distributeur de papier d'essuyage est référencé dans son ensemble par (1). Il permet la distribution en automatique ou en semi-automatique de bandes de papier à usage essuie-main, essuie-tout, papier toilette. Ces bandes peuvent être présentées à plat non pliées ou pliées, selon des techniques et moyens décrits dans de nombreux brevets développés par le Demandeur.The wiping paper dispenser is referenced in its together by (1). It allows automatic or semi-automatic paper strips for hand towel, paper towel, toilet paper. These strips can be presented flat unfolded or folded, according to techniques and means described in numerous patents developed by the Applicant.

    Avant de décrire les caractéristiques du dispositif sélecteur de fonctionnement automatique ou semi-automatique, il convient de rappeler préalablement les dispositions générales connues de ce type d'appareil. Il est précisé que le dispositif sélecteur objet de la présente invention n'est pas strictement limité à l'agencement des composants connus qui seront exposés ci-après à titre d'exemples.Before describing the characteristics of the automatic or semi-automatic operation, it should be remembered previously known general provisions of this type of device. he it is specified that the selector device which is the subject of the present invention is not not strictly limited to the arrangement of the known components which will be set out below as examples.

    L'appareil comprend un carter (2) réalisé en tout matériau, sur lequel s'articule par l'avant un couvercle (3). Le carter présente des parois latérales ou est agencé avec des flasques susceptibles de recevoir et de permettre le positionnement transversal d'un tambour (4) associé à un dispositif de coupe intégré (5). Ce tambour, avec dispositif de coupe, est notamment décrit dans le brevet français N. 2.332.215. Il utilise notamment sur l'un des côtés transversaux de l'appareil, pour assurer la mise en rotation et le lancement du tambour, un levier à excentrique (6) monté sur l'axe du tambour susceptible de recevoir un moyen de rappel élastique (7) permettant son lancement afin d'assurer une coupe rapide et franche du papier.The apparatus comprises a casing (2) made of any material, on which is articulated by the front a cover (3). The housing has walls side or is arranged with flanges capable of receiving and allow the transverse positioning of a drum (4) associated with a integrated cutting device (5). This drum, with cutting device, is in particular described in French patent N. 2,332,215. He uses especially on one of the transverse sides of the device, to ensure the rotation and launching of the drum, an eccentric lever (6) mounted on the axis of the drum capable of receiving a return means elastic (7) allowing it to be launched in order to ensure rapid cutting and frank of the paper.

    Au-dessus du tambour, est prévu, toujours selon l'art antérieur, un élément presseur (8) en appui sur le tambour, la bande de papier étant introduite entre ses deux composants en provenance d'une bobine ou rouleau de matériau (R) disposée entre les flasques supérieurs du carter. Le rouleau et l'élément presseur sont maintenus de toute manière appropriée sur les flasques précitées par encliquetage par exemple.Above the drum, there is provided, still according to the prior art, a pressing element (8) resting on the drum, the paper strip being introduced between its two components from a coil or roll of material (R) arranged between the upper flanges of the casing. The roller and the pressing element are held anyway suitable for the aforementioned flanges by snap-fastening for example.

    Le tambour est aménagé, sur sa face opposée à celle recevant l'excentrique, avec un bouton de manoeuvre (9) disposé axialement et permettant l'enclenchement du fonctionnement de la partie initiale de la bande.The drum is arranged, on its face opposite to that receiving the eccentric, with an operating button (9) arranged axially and allowing the operation of the initial part of the bandaged.

    Ces éléments généraux étant rappelés, il convient maintenant d'exposer le dispositif sélecteur selon l'invention qui permet, d'une manière rapide, la transformation de l'appareil en fonction automatique ou semi-automatique. These general elements being recalled, it is now appropriate to expose the selector device according to the invention which allows, in a way fast, the transformation of the device into automatic function or semi-automatic.

    A cet effet et selon l'invention, le dispositif sélecteur du mode de fonctionnement de l'appareil en version automatique ou semi-automatique, comprend un premier organe (10) formant double levier à branches opposées (10a - 10b) présentant, dans sa partie médiane (10c), une ouverture (10d) ou trou susceptible de s'engager sur un point fixe du type tenon (11) de forme complémentaire disposé à l'extrémité avant du flasque en regard du carter. Ce double levier comprend une première branche (10a) profilée orientée vers l'extérieur de l'appareil et formant un plan d'appui (10e) pour le positionnement du pouce de l'utilisateur. Avantageusement, une indication ou marquage est inscrit sur le plan d'appui précité avec dans l'exemple représenté la menton "PUSH". L'autre branche (10b) de ce levier double est agencée, à son extrémité, avec une forme en double crochet coudé (10f) dont l'extrémité (10g) est recourbée pour venir s'engager dans un évidement (4a) cylindrique formé sur le flasque d'extrémité (4b) en regard du tambour. Ce double levier est monté libre en pivotement sur son axe-tenon.To this end and according to the invention, the device for selecting the mode of operation of the device in automatic or semi-automatic version, comprises a first member (10) forming a double lever with branches opposite (10a - 10b) having, in its middle part (10c), a opening (10d) or hole capable of engaging on a fixed point of the type tenon (11) of complementary shape disposed at the front end of the flange opposite the casing. This double lever includes a first profiled branch (10a) oriented towards the outside of the device and forming a support plane (10th) for positioning the thumb of the user. Advantageously, an indication or marking is written on the plan abovementioned support with in the example shown the chin "PUSH". The other branch (10b) of this double lever is arranged at its end with a double angled hook shape (10f) whose end (10g) is bent to come and engage in a cylindrical recess (4a) formed on the end flange (4b) opposite the drum. This double lever is mounted free to pivot on its pin axis.

    Le dispositif sélecteur comprend un deuxième composant défini par une manette (12) qui est positionnée et centrée par rapport à l'axe d'articulation (11) du double lever. A cet effet, ladite manette présente un flanc (12a) aménagé avec une ouverture oblongue (12b) susceptible de permettre son engagement et son passage autour d'un axe en saillie (13) établi en débordement sur le tenon (11). Ladite manette présente sur son flanc un doigt (14) permettant la fixation d'un moyen de rappel (15) du type ressort dont une première extrémité (15a) est fixée sur le doigt et l'autre extrémité (15b) est fixée sur un point de saillie (16) formé sur le flasque du carter. La manette présente également une patte (12c) de profil quasiment identique au plan d'appui du double levier (10), de sorte que ladite patte est susceptible de venir en superposition sur le plan d'appui. Sur la patte, est inscrite sur sa face de dessous, par exemple la mention "STOP", et sur sa face de dessus, par exemple la représentation d'une flèche. Ainsi, lorsque la manette est en appui sur le double levier la menton "PUSH" apparaissant sur la patte est cachée, et seule apparaít la face de dessus de la manette avec la représentation d'une flèche.The selector device comprises a second component defined by a handle (12) which is positioned and centered relative to the axis hinge (11) of the double lever. To this end, said lever has a sidewall (12a) fitted with an oblong opening (12b) capable of allow its engagement and its passage around a projecting axis (13) established in overflow on the tenon (11). Said controller present on its side a finger (14) allowing the fixing of a return means (15) of the spring type with a first end (15a) attached to the finger and the other end (15b) is fixed to a point of projection (16) formed on the flange of the casing. The controller also has a tab (12c) of profile almost identical to the support surface of the double lever (10), so that said leg is likely to overlap on the plane support. On the tab, is written on its underside, for example the mention "STOP", and on its top side, for example the representation of an arrow. Thus, when the lever is supported on the double lever the chin "PUSH" appearing on the paw is hidden, and only appears the top side of the controller with the representation of an arrow.

    Ainsi qu'indiqué précédemment, le tambour (4) est agencé avec un évidement intérieur (4a) circulaire du côté du bouton de manoeuvre et en regard du double lever. Ainsi que représenté figure 10, il est disposé sur la périphérie extérieure de la cavité une saillie (18) formant butée anti-retour dans le cadre du fonctionnement en automatique de l'appareil distributeur. En outre et autour de l'axe du tambour, est disposée une came (19) profilée présentant une forme en bec (19a) constituant une butée anti-retour dans le cadre du fonctionnement semi-automatique de l'appareil.As indicated above, the drum (4) is arranged with a circular internal recess (4a) on the side of the operating button and in look of the double sunrise. As shown in Figure 10, it is arranged on the outer periphery of the cavity a projection (18) forming a non-return stop as part of the automatic operation of the dispensing device. In addition and around the axis of the drum, a cam (19) is arranged. profile having a beak shape (19a) constituting a stop non-return as part of the semi-automatic operation of the device.

    Il convient maintenant d'exposer le fonctionnement de l'appareil dans les deux versions de positions du dispositif sélecteur en distribution automatique puis en distribution semi-automatique, en se référant aux figures des dessins.The operation of the device should now be explained in the two versions of positions of the selector device in distribution automatic then in semi-automatic distribution, referring to figures of the drawings.

    En se référant aux figures 1 et 2, l'appareil distributeur est à fonctionnement automatique. Dans ce cas-là, la manette (12) se trouve positionnée en superposition de la partie patte du double levier. Elle est maintenue en position, ainsi que le double levier, grâce à l'effet de rappel du moyen élastique (15) directement associé à la manette. De par cet effet, la partie crochet du double levier est reculée vers l'avant de l'appareil, de manière à suivre le profil intérieur externe de la cavité cylindrique du tambour. La butée anti-retour évite la rotation en sens inverse du tambour. Durant cette mise en oeuvre, le levier excentrique et son ressort de rappel disposé de l'autre côté du tambour fonctionne normalement et après distribution d'une section de bande de papier, le ressort associé au levier excentrique de lancement du tambour reprend sa position initiale de détente.Referring to Figures 1 and 2, the dispensing device is automatic operation. In this case, the handle (12) is positioned over the leg portion of the double lever. She is held in position, as well as the double lever, thanks to the return effect of the elastic means (15) directly associated with the lever. Because of this effect, the hook part of the double lever is moved back towards the front of the device, so as to follow the external internal profile of the cylindrical cavity of the drum. The non-return stop prevents rotation in the opposite direction drum. During this implementation, the eccentric lever and its spring on the other side of the drum operates normally and after distribution of a section of paper strip, the spring associated with the eccentric drum launch lever returns to its original position relaxation.

    Lorsque l'opérateur désire mettre l'appareil en fonctionnement semi-automatique, il agit alors sur la manette (12). Celle-ci est pivotée à 180° par rapport à l'axe d'articulation associé au tenon de rotation du double levier. On fait donc apparaítre la mention "PUSH" indiquée sur le plan d'appui de la branche (10a) du double levier. On provoque alors une extension du ressort (15) associé à la manette et, lorsque celle-ci dépasse le point mort correspondant à l'extension maximum du ressort, la manette est alors ramenée contre la seconde branche du double levier en étant maintenue par l'effet de détente du ressort considéré, et faisant apparaítre la mention "STOP". Sous l'action de pression du ressort précité, le double levier est, à son tour, pivoté de quelques degrés pour prendre la position de la figure 3. Dans ce cas, la partie crochet du double levier vient en contact et appui sur la came disposée dans la cavité aménagée du tambour. Cette mise en position en semi-automatique va entraíner un déplacement partiel de la partie crochet du double levier selon une rotation inférieure à 360° de par l'effet de butée donné par le profil spécifique de la came. Le tambour est donc bloqué en position et la bande de papier ne déborde pas de l'appareil. Le ressort associé à l'excentrique conserve encore une tension résiduelle. Pour assurer la sortie du papier, l'opérateur appuie alors sur le double lever, dans la zone d'appui correspondante, en créant une force de poussée supérieure à celle du ressort associée à la manette. La partie crochet du double levier s'écarte donc en se libérant de la came et de sa butée et donc en libérant le tambour. La tension résiduelle du ressort associée au levier excentrique provoque à son tour une force de détente qui permet au tambour de l'appareil de tourner sur quelques degrés, selon un secteur angulaire suffisant pour faire sortir la bande de papier en vue d'être tirée par l'utilisateur.When the operator wishes to put the device into operation semi-automatic, it then acts on the lever (12). This is rotated at 180 ° with respect to the axis of articulation associated with the pivot pin of the double lever. We therefore appear the mention "PUSH" indicated on the leg support plane (10a) of the double lever. We then cause a extension of the spring (15) associated with the handle and, when the latter exceeds the neutral point corresponding to the maximum extension of the spring, the lever is then brought back against the second branch of the double lever while being maintained by the relaxation effect of the spring considered, and making the words "STOP" appear. Under the pressure action of the aforementioned spring, the double lever is, in turn, rotated a few degrees to take the position of figure 3. In this case, the hook part of the double lever comes in contact and pressing on the cam disposed in the cavity provided with the drum. This positioning in semi-automatic will cause a partial displacement of the hook part of the double lever according to a rotation less than 360 ° due to the stop effect given by the specific profile of the cam. The drum is therefore locked in position and the paper strip does not not overflow from the device. The spring associated with the eccentric retains another residual tension. To ensure paper exit, the operator then press the double lever, in the corresponding support zone, while creating a pushing force greater than that of the spring associated with the controller. The hook part of the double lever therefore moves away, freeing itself from the cam and its stop and therefore releasing the drum. Voltage residual spring associated with the eccentric lever in turn causes a detent force that allows the device's drum to turn on a few degrees, according to an angular sector sufficient to cause the strip of paper to be pulled by the user.

    Le ressort (15) associé à la manette (12) assure par un effet de détente le blocage et le verrouillage en position de la manette et du double levier.The spring (15) associated with the lever (12) ensures by a detent blocking and locking in position of the lever and the double the sink.

    Le dispositif sélecteur est donc d'une très grande simplicité et ne nécessite aucun moyen mécanique particulier. Sa manipulation par un opérateur est aisée. Elle est facilitée par la mention de quelques indications visuelles simples à retenir. Le montage du dispositif est rapide et la forme des pièces simple à réaliser.The selector device is therefore very simple and does not requires no special mechanical means. Its manipulation by a operator is easy. It is facilitated by the mention of some indications simple visuals to remember. The assembly of the device is quick and the form pieces that are simple to make.

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    1. Automatic or semi-automatic dispensing machine for wipe material, the machine being of the type comprising a housing accommodating a hinged cover, said housing having walls or lateral end shields between which a drum (4) associated with a cutting device (5) is positioned, an off-centre lever (6) being mounted at one end on the shaft of the drum and accommodating an elastic return means (7) used to start it, the surface of the drum opposite that accommodating the off-centre lever being designed with an operating button (9) which is axially located,
      characterised in that it comprises a device for selecting the operating mode of the automatic or semi-automatic version of the machine, said device comprising a first sub-assembly (10) forming a double lever with opposite legs (10a-10b) mounted so that its middle part pivots freely relative to a fixed point (11) on the end shield of the housing of the machine,
      and in that the ends of the double lever are devised so that they are functional depending on the mode in which the machine is used,
      and in that the device comprises a second component (12) in the form of a handle that is positioned and hinged around the hinge pin of the double lever, said handle being mounted so that it pivots into two end positions in opposition to an elastic return means (15) making it possible, depending on its location, to position the double lever relative to the drum and ensure operation of the device either in the automatic version or in the semi-automatic version.
    2. Machine as claimed in claim 1 characterised in that the double lever (10) has a first profiled leg (10a) facing towards the outside of the machine and forming a push surface (10e) for positioning the user's thumb,
      and in that one end of the other leg (10b) is devised with a double bent hook shape (10f) of which one end (10g) is curved in order to fit into a cylindrical opening (4a) formed on the end shield (4b) of the drum.
    3. Machine as claimed in claim 2 characterised in that the middle part (10c) of the double lever has an opening (10d) that freely engages with a fixed point of the peg type (11) located on the end shield facing the housing.
    4. Machine as claimed in any of claims 1 to 3 characterised in that the second component (12) forming a handle is positioned and centred on the hinge pin (11) of the double lever, said handle having a flank (12a) made with an oblong opening (12b) enabling it to engage with and travel around a protruding pin (13) that projects beyond the fixed peg (11).
    5. Machine as claimed in any of claims 1 to 4 characterised in that the flank of the handle has a finger (14) used to fix a return means (15) of the spring type the first end (15a) of which is attached to the finger and the other end (15b) of which is attached to a protruding point (16) formed on the end shield of the housing, said handle having a tab (12c) of identical profile to the push surface of the double lever.
    6. Machine as claimed in any of claims 1 to 5 characterised in that the drum (4) is made with an internal circular opening (4a) formed on the same side as the operating button and facing the double lever (10), said cavity being devised with means forming a non-return limit stop by a projection (18) on the outer periphery of the cavity in order to obtain automatic operation of the machine and by an axial cam (19) having a profile in a beak shape (19a) for semi-automatic operation of the machine.
    7. Machine as claimed in claim 6 characterised in that, during semi-automatic operation of the machine, end (10g) of the bent part of the double lever is in contact with the beak (19a) of cam (19) after partial rotation of the drum corresponding to no ejection of the strip of paper from the machine leaving a residual release force in spring (7) associated with the off-centre lever,
      and in that actuating the push surface (10e) of the double lever makes it possible to release said drum at the end of its rotation due to the spring-back effect of spring (7) in order to make the strip of paper emerge so that it can be grasped.
    8. Machine as claimed in any of claims 1 to 5 characterised in that the push surface (10e) of the double lever is marked with the word "PUSH" whereas the upper and lower surfaces of the tab (12c) of the handle are marked respectively with an arrow and the word "STOP".
    9. Machine as claimed in any of claims 1 to 8 characterised in that spring (15) associated with handle (12) ensures, by a spring-back effect, jamming and locking in position of the handle and the double lever.
    10. Machine as claimed in any of claims 1 to 9 characterised in that, in the automatic paper dispensing version, the double lever (10) is in a position where its curved end is in contact with the outer periphery of the cavity made underneath the end shield of the drum and the tab (12c) of handle (12) presses against push surface (10e) of the double lever due to the tension and spring-back action of spring (15),
      and in that, in the semi-automatic dispensing position, lever (10) is in a position where it is tilted towards the rear with its end in contact with cam (19) and handle (12) presses against leg (10b) of the double lever and is secured in position by the tension/spring-back effect of spring (15) with push surface (10e) of the double lever being free.
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