EP3552989B1 - Product dispenser and adapter for product dispenser - Google Patents

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EP3552989B1
EP3552989B1 EP19167849.9A EP19167849A EP3552989B1 EP 3552989 B1 EP3552989 B1 EP 3552989B1 EP 19167849 A EP19167849 A EP 19167849A EP 3552989 B1 EP3552989 B1 EP 3552989B1
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Christian Ehrensperger
Marco Sigg
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    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65DCONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D83/00Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents
    • B65D83/14Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant for a product delivered by a propellant
    • B65D83/16Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant for a product delivered by a propellant characterised by the actuating means
    • B65D83/20Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant for a product delivered by a propellant characterised by the actuating means operated by manual action, e.g. button-type actuator or actuator caps
    • B65D83/205Actuator caps, or peripheral actuator skirts, attachable to the aerosol container
    • B65D83/206Actuator caps, or peripheral actuator skirts, attachable to the aerosol container comprising a cantilevered actuator element, e.g. a lever pivoting about a living hinge
    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65DCONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D83/00Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents
    • B65D83/14Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant for a product delivered by a propellant
    • B65D83/16Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant for a product delivered by a propellant characterised by the actuating means
    • B65D83/22Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant for a product delivered by a propellant characterised by the actuating means with a mechanical means to disable actuation
    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65DCONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D2401/00Tamper-indicating means
    • B65D2401/15Tearable part of the closure
    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65DCONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D83/00Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents
    • B65D83/14Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant for a product delivered by a propellant
    • B65D83/16Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant for a product delivered by a propellant characterised by the actuating means
    • B65D83/22Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant for a product delivered by a propellant characterised by the actuating means with a mechanical means to disable actuation
    • B65D83/224Tamper indicating means obstructing initial actuation, e.g. removable
    • B65D83/228Tamper indicating means obstructing initial actuation, e.g. removable consisting of a rupturable connection between actuator element and actuator cap or skirt, e.g. tear strips or bridges
    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65DCONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D83/00Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents
    • B65D83/14Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant for a product delivered by a propellant
    • B65D83/28Nozzles, nozzle fittings or accessories specially adapted therefor
    • B65D83/30Nozzles, nozzle fittings or accessories specially adapted therefor for guiding the flow of spray, e.g. funnels, hoods
    • B65D83/303Nozzles, nozzle fittings or accessories specially adapted therefor for guiding the flow of spray, e.g. funnels, hoods using extension tubes located in or at the outlet duct of the nozzle assembly

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  • the invention relates to an adapter for a product dispenser and a product dispenser for dispensing a medium.
  • a dispenser for dispensing an adhesive or sealant from a pressure vessel via a valve has a lever for operating the valve.
  • the lever can be pivoted about a horizontal axis transversely to the longitudinal axis of a dispensing sleeve.
  • the actuating lever can be pivoted radially about a longitudinal axis of the dispensing sleeve for metering the medium.
  • a further dispenser for dispensing a medium from a pressure vessel is known.
  • a dispensing valve which is surrounded by a cap is provided on this container. This cap engages the pressure vessel.
  • An operating lever is provided on the cap. This operating lever is provided horizontally from a packaging position through a guide groove to the longitudinal axis of the valve on the pressure vessel. After being pulled out via a sliding guide, the actuating lever can be pivoted around a film hinge on the cap and the dispensing sleeve can be actuated.
  • Another dispenser for dispensing a medium from a pressure vessel via a dispensing valve with a lever.
  • the lever is provided on an adapter attachment for positioning on the container.
  • the lever can be moved into an actuating position along a displacement path which is inclined at an angle of 45 ° to the longitudinal axis of the adapter attachment in order to subsequently control a pivoting movement for dispensing the medium via the dispensing valve.
  • a product dispenser for dispensing a medium comprises a valve which closes a container opening of a pressure container for receiving a medium to be dispensed.
  • a Adapter provided, which has an actuating lever for controlling the valve.
  • the actuating lever is attached to the adapter via a swivel arrangement, the actuating lever being transferable from an initial position in which the valve is closed by a swivel movement into an active position in which the valve is actuated to dispense the medium.
  • This product dispenser for dispensing a medium from a pressure vessel.
  • This product dispenser comprises an actuating lever with a handle arranged thereon, which is positioned to rotate about a longitudinal axis of the valve dispensing opening.
  • a product discharge rate can be set continuously between a maximum rate and a minimum rate.
  • the operating lever can be swiveled towards the pressure vessel in order to dispense the valve into an active position for dispensing the medium depending on the set exit rate.
  • the invention is based on the object of proposing an adapter for a product dispenser and a product dispenser, in which an unintentional dispensing of the medium is prevented during transport.
  • an adapter for a product dispenser which can be fastened on both sides of a container opening of a pressure vessel.
  • the adapter has a pivot arrangement which pivots the actuating lever with the handle arranged thereon relative to the adapter base body, the actuating lever being moved from an unlocking position, in which the actuating lever is between the starting position in which the valve is closed, and an active position in which the Valve is open, can be pivoted, can be transferred into a locking position.
  • the pivot arrangement of the adapter is formed by a pivot axis and at least one elongated hole and the pivot axis in a first and a second End position can be arranged within the elongated hole.
  • the actuating lever can be arranged in two positions, namely a first end position, which preferably corresponds to the locking position, and in a second end position, which corresponds, for example, to the unlocking position, by a sliding movement.
  • a first end position which preferably corresponds to the locking position
  • a second end position which corresponds, for example, to the unlocking position
  • the sliding movement of the actuating lever is preferably guided by the pivot arrangement and the actuating lever is displaceable relative to an output sleeve on the adapter base body. This enables a simple and compact arrangement to be created.
  • the actuating lever can preferably be arranged in the locking position and in the unlocking position by a sliding movement.
  • the actuating lever with the handle arranged on it can thus be transferred in a simple manner from a secured position to an unlocked position in order to subsequently dispense the medium in a controlled manner by the user.
  • the elongated hole of the pivot arrangement preferably has an angled course, through which the handle can be arranged from the locking position into the unlocking position.
  • This angled course of the elongated hole has the advantage that the pivot axis does not slip when the actuating lever is pulled off / pivoted. This pivot axis is pulled down relative to the handle, and the handle cannot inadvertently slide forwards or backwards.
  • a greater distance from the adapter base body and the outer wall of the pressure vessel can be created. This allows additional space for operating the handle to move the valve from an initial position in which the valve is closed transfer an active position to the output of the medium.
  • the displacement movement of the actuating lever between the first and second end position preferably has a first displacement path, which is provided transversely or radially to the longitudinal axis of the valve opening of the pressure vessel or the adapter base body and a second, adjoining displacement path which is inclined with respect to the first displacement path .
  • This has the advantage that, in a locking position, the handle can be positioned close to or adjacent to an outer wall of the pressure vessel. In the unlocked position, the handle is a distance away from the outer wall of the pressure vessel and enables a pivoting movement to operate the valve and dispense the medium.
  • the actuating lever preferably has a stop which is provided pointing towards an adapter base body which can be positioned on the container opening. Opposite the stop, a projection arranged on the dispensing sleeve is preferably provided which points towards the actuating lever. As a result, the actuating lever can be arranged in a first end position of the pivot arrangement, and a pivoting movement of the actuating lever is blocked. The actuating lever is blocked with respect to a pivoting movement away from the adapter base body by the projection which rests on the actuating element. In the opposite direction, a pivoting movement of the actuating lever towards the adapter base body is blocked by the stop on the actuation lever which rests on the adapter base body. In and against the one displacement direction essentially at right angles or transversely to the longitudinal axis of the container opening, on the other hand, the actuating lever can be simply released from this locking position.
  • the actuating lever is preferably held clamped in the locking position between the projection on the dispensing sleeve and the adapter base body. As a result, the locking position can be additionally secured.
  • the pivot axis when moving the pivot arrangement into a first end position, can be passed through a constriction in the at least one elongated hole, so that the pivot axis is positioned in a latching manner in the first end position.
  • the at least one elongated hole is provided on the actuation lever at an end of the actuating lever opposite the handle, which is connected to a pivot axis fixedly arranged on the adapter base body.
  • the pivot axis can also be provided on the actuating lever and the at least one elongated hole can be formed on the adapter base body.
  • the adapter preferably comprises the adapter base body with an output sleeve which is connected to the adapter base body via an elastic connection, in particular a membrane or a joint.
  • the dispensing sleeve can be moved towards the valve.
  • the adapter base body and the dispensing sleeve as well as an elastic connection arranged between them are preferably designed as an injection-molded part made of plastic.
  • the displaceable connection of the dispensing sleeve to the adapter base body which is preferably designed in the form of a ring, can thereby be designed in a simple manner.
  • the preferred one-piece design also enables simple handling.
  • an actuating element arranged on the actuating lever can engage a cam on the dispensing sleeve.
  • a pivoting movement of the handle can produce an axial displacement movement of the dispensing sleeve in the direction of the valve, by means of which the valve can be transferred into an active position for dispensing the medium.
  • the dispensing sleeve has, on an inner side in relation to the elastic connection of the dispensing sleeve to the adapter base body, a connection which engages the valve and, opposite or on an outside of the adapter base body, has a connector on which a grommet is attachable.
  • a flow channel can be formed in the adapter base body which transfers the medium flowing out of the valve via the dispensing sleeve into the spout for dispensing at the place of use.
  • a cap can preferably be placed on the adapter base body, which cap surrounds at least the pivoting arrangement of the adapter, the container opening and at least partially the actuating lever. This forms a protection against damage to the swivel arrangement.
  • the cap has a recess through which the actuating lever is led out so that the handle is arranged outside the cap.
  • a tamper-evident closure is preferably provided in the recess. This makes it possible to determine in a simple manner whether there is a still unopened product dispenser.
  • the tamper-evident closure on the cap is provided by at least one web-shaped connection in the exception.
  • This web-shaped connection forms a predetermined breaking point that can be easily detached. After the web-shaped connection has been separated once, the tamper-evident closure can remain loosely on the cap or can be completely separated from the cap. In both cases, the user can see that the goods are no longer original.
  • the object on which the invention is based is furthermore achieved by a product dispenser which has an adapter according to one of the embodiments described above.
  • FIG 1 a product dispenser 11 is shown in an exploded view.
  • a pressure vessel 12 adopts a vessel opening 14 which is opened by a valve 16 ( Figure 3 ) is closed, an adapter 18 on.
  • This adapter 18 comprises an adapter base body 19, which can be placed on the container opening 14, and an actuating lever 21 with a handle 22 which is connected to the adapter base body 19 by a pivot arrangement 23.
  • the adapter base body 19 has an output sleeve 25 onto which a grommet 26 can be fastened, in particular screwed on. This allows the grommet 26 to be replaced.
  • a closure 27 is provided at one end of the spout 26 in order to prevent the medium in the spout 26 from drying out.
  • a cap 29 is provided which essentially surrounds the adapter 18. This cap 29 has a recess 31 through which the actuating lever 21 is led out so that the Handle 22 is positioned outside the cap 29.
  • Figure 2 are the in Figure 1 components shown in an assembled position.
  • the Figure 2 shows a product dispenser 11 ready for sale.
  • a region of the recess 31 in the cap 29 is closed by a tamper-evident closure 32.
  • This tamper-evident closure 32 is positioned in the recess 31 by a plurality of web-shaped connections 33.
  • the tamper-evident closure 32 can be released at at least two web-shaped connections 32 to the recess 31 so that the quality closure remains loose and / or pivotable in the recess 31.
  • the web-shaped connections 33 form a predetermined breaking point.
  • the recess 30 can facilitate the loosening of the tamper-evident closure 32 in that a tool can be inserted. If the tamper-evident closure 32 is missing, the user can clearly see that the product dispenser 11 has already been opened or used.
  • FIG. 11 is a schematic sectional view of the product dispenser 11 in FIG Figure 2 shown.
  • the Figure 4 shows a further sectional view rotated by 90 ° Figure 3 .
  • a valve 16 which closes the container opening 14, is fastened to a container opening 14 of the pressure container 12.
  • the valve 16 has a valve body 36 which comprises an outer circumferential edge, so that this outer circumferential edge engages the container opening 14. For example, this can be done by a screw connection or a flanging.
  • the valve 16 comprises a valve closure member 37, which is movable along a longitudinal axis 38 of the valve 16 or the longitudinal axis 38 of the adapter base body 19. To open the valve closing member 37, it is moved in the direction of the pressure vessel 12 against a restoring element 39, in particular a spring, in order to open a valve opening 41.
  • a medium stored in the pressure vessel 12 passes through this valve opening 41 for dispensing.
  • This valve 16 can correspond to the embodiment which, for example, in FIG DE 10 2008 051 888 A1 is described on which is referenced in full.
  • the adapter 18 can be placed on the container opening 14. This adapter 18 is in Figure 5 perspective and in Figure 6 shown in a sectional view.
  • the adapter 18 according to Figures 5 and 6 is shown in a starting position 68.
  • a flange 44 which is preferably aligned coaxially to the longitudinal axis 38, is provided on the adapter base body 19.
  • An end face 45 extends between the flange 44 and the dispensing sleeve 25.
  • a fastening section 48 is provided which extends at least in sections along the flange 44.
  • the fastening section 46 comprises webs 48 which are provided at a distance from the flange 44 and form a receiving area in between.
  • a locking lug 54 is provided at the lower edge of the flange 44 at the lower edge of the flange 44 at the lower edge of the flange 44.
  • a fastening section 46 can be formed which, in a latching manner, can grip around the flange or an edge 47 of the container opening 14 or of the pressure container 12.
  • a latching, clamping or snap connection can preferably be provided.
  • a latching element 42 is also provided on an outer circumference, which forms a detachable latching connection with a latching element 43 on an inner side of the cap 29. As a result, the cap 29 can be clipped onto the adapter.
  • the adapter base body 19 furthermore comprises the dispensing sleeve 25, which is connected to the adapter base body 19 by an elastic connection 49.
  • the end face 45 extends between the adapter base body 19 and the dispensing sleeve 25. This end face 45 is oriented like a roof when viewed in a sectional view. The end face 45 covers the fastening section or is adjacent to it.
  • the elastic connection 49 extends between the dispensing sleeve 25 and the end face 45. In an initial position 68, the elastic connection 49 and the end face 45 lie in a common plane.
  • the elastic connection 49 is through an elastic membrane which, according to the embodiment shown, extends over the entire surface between the end face 45 of the flange 44 and the dispensing sleeve 25.
  • This elastic connection 49 allows the dispensing sleeve 25 to be changed in its position along the longitudinal axis 38 relative to the adapter base body 19.
  • the dispensing sleeve 25 is in particular from the in Figure 5
  • the starting position 68 shown can be displaced relative to the adapter base body 19 in the direction of the valve 16 of the pressure vessel 12.
  • One such active position 69 is in the Figures 7 and 8th shown.
  • the Figure 6 also shows that a connector 51 is provided at one end of the dispensing sleeve 25.
  • This connection 51 preferably engages around the valve closing member 37.
  • a receptacle 52 is provided on the dispensing sleeve 25, onto which the spout 26 can be placed or screwed.
  • the dispensing sleeve 25 has a through-hole 53 which extends from the connection 51 to the receptacle 52.
  • laterally protruding cams 57 are provided on the dispensing sleeve 25.
  • two radially protruding and opposing cams 57 are formed.
  • At least one actuating element 56 on the actuating lever 21 can act on these cams 57 of the dispensing sleeve 25 in order to actuate the dispensing sleeve 25.
  • This operating lever 56 is for example in Figure 1 and is shown below in Figure 5 described.
  • the receptacle 52 on the dispensing sleeve 25 is limited by an annular collar 58, so that the spout 26 assumes a defined position after it has been placed on.
  • a projection 59 is provided from this annular collar 58 in the direction of the elastic connection 49, which protrudes in the form of a web with respect to the outer circumference of the dispensing sleeve 25 and is arranged at a distance from the elastic connection 49.
  • This projection 59 forms part of a transport lock for the actuating lever 21 and handle 22, as will be shown below in FIG Figure 9 will be discussed.
  • the adapter 18 is with respect to its in the Figures 5 and 6 shown Components preferably formed in one piece.
  • the adapter base body 19 also receives at least one, preferably two, pivot bolts 61, which serve to form the pivot arrangement 23 together with the actuating lever 21.
  • the pivot pins 61 form a common pivot axis 62.
  • the pivot pins 61 are aligned in mirror image to one another and allow the actuating lever 21 to be easily attached and mounted so that the recesses arranged at a free end in the form of an elongated hole 63 can be placed on the pivot pin 61.
  • the adapter 18 is produced as an injection-molded part made of plastic.
  • individual components can also be assembled using a latching, snap-in or clamping connection in order to form the adapter 18.
  • FIG. 7 A perspective view of the adapter 18 in an active position 69 is shown.
  • FIG. 11 shows a sectional view of the adapter 18 according to FIG Figure 7 .
  • the transfer of the adapter 18 into the active position 69 is made possible by the elastic connection 49.
  • the elastic connection 49 By means of an actuating force along the longitudinal axis 38, the dispensing sleeve 25 and thus the connection 51 can be moved downward, that is, in the direction of the pressure vessel 12.
  • the elastic connection 49 can deform.
  • An adjusting movement can be achieved by bending an elastic connection 49.
  • the elastic connection 49 is advantageously evenly loaded, so that an annular recess is formed by the elastic connection 49.
  • circumferential elastic connection 49 can also a plurality of webs extending radially outward with gaps formed between them may be provided.
  • FIG 9 the actuating lever 21 with the handle 22 is shown in the locking position 66.
  • the pivot arrangement 23 is provided in a first end position 71.
  • the actuating lever 21 is moved into this first end position 61 by a displacement movement along a displacement path at right angles to the longitudinal axis 38 of the pressure vessel 12.
  • the handle 22 is positioned close to the outer wall of the pressure vessel 12 or rests against it.
  • the projection 59 on the outside of the dispensing sleeve 25 engages on an outside of the actuating lever 21, whereby a pivoting movement of the actuating lever 21 in the direction of the spout 26 is blocked.
  • the pivoting movement of the actuating lever 21 is blocked by a stop 76 which rests on the adapter base body 19.
  • the elongated hole (s) 63 can have a narrowing so that when the pivot axis 62 is moved into the first end position 71, a locking resistance has to be overcome, through which the actuating lever 21 can subsequently be held in this first end position 71 .
  • the actuating element 56 of the actuating lever is positioned adjacent to the cam 57 and is thus out of engagement.
  • the tabs formed on the actuating lever 21 each have elongated holes 63 with an angled contour.
  • This contour of the elongated holes 63 comprises a first displacement path transverse or at right angles to the longitudinal axis 38 of the adapter base body 19.
  • the first displacement path ends in the first end position 71.
  • the second displacement path which follows on from the first displacement path, ends in the second end position 73
  • the displacement path is inclined with respect to the first displacement path, in particular in the direction of the adapter base body 19.
  • the actuating lever 21 with the handle 22 is close to the pressure vessel when it is arranged in the first end position 71 12 held.
  • the unlocking position 67 of the operating lever 21 is in Figure 8 shown.
  • the pivot axis 62 is located within the elongated hole 63 in a second end position 73. In this end position, the actuating element 56 rests on the cam 57.
  • the actuating lever 21 and the handle 22 are arranged in an initial position 68. In this starting position, the product dispenser 11 is ready to dispense the medium when the handle 22 is actuated.
  • the operating lever 21 automatically returns with the handle 22 from the active position 69 to the starting position 68. This independent transfer into a closed position is generated by the return element 39 of the valve 16.
  • the actuating lever 21 is arranged in the second end position 73 of the pivot arrangement 23.
  • the actuating element 56 is positioned relative to the projection 59 such that the dispensing sleeve 25 can be moved along the longitudinal axis 38 towards the pressure vessel 12 during the pivoting movement of the handle 22.
  • FIG 12 a schematic sectional view of the product dispenser with an unlocked adapter 18 is shown.
  • the handle 22 is moved into an active position 69 for dispensing the medium.
  • This sectional view shows that the dispensing sleeve 25 has moved along the longitudinal axis 38 with respect to the annular adapter base body 19. This can be seen from a bend 50 of the elastic connection 49, which extends between the dispensing sleeve 25 and the annular adapter base body 19.
  • the adapter 18 can be provided as a sales unit.
  • the operating lever 21 is mounted on the pivot axis 62 and forms a fixed pivot arrangement.
  • the cap 29 can also be attached to the adapter base body 19. To apply the cap 29, the handle 22 and the actuating lever 21 are passed through the recess 31 of the cap 29 and then the cap 29 is connected to the adapter base body 19, in particular locked.
  • This structural unit can then be connected to the container opening 14 of the pressure container 12 by a clip or latch connection with the peripheral edge.
  • the spout 26 can optionally be screwed on in order to complete the product dispenser 11.

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Die Erfindung betrifft einen Adapter für einen Produktspender sowie einen Produktspender zur Ausgabe eines Mediums.The invention relates to an adapter for a product dispenser and a product dispenser for dispensing a medium.

Aus der DE 10 2007 041 985 A1 ist ein Spender zur Ausgabe eines Kleb- oder Dichtstoffes aus einem Druckbehälter über ein Ventil bekannt. Der Spender weist einen Hebel zum Betätigen des Ventils auf. Dabei ist der Hebel um eine Horizontalachse quer zur Längsachse einer Ausgabehülse schwenkbar. Zudem kann zur Dosierung des Mediums der Betätigungshebel radial um eine Längsachse der Ausgabehülse geschwenkt werden.From the DE 10 2007 041 985 A1 a dispenser for dispensing an adhesive or sealant from a pressure vessel via a valve is known. The dispenser has a lever for operating the valve. The lever can be pivoted about a horizontal axis transversely to the longitudinal axis of a dispensing sleeve. In addition, the actuating lever can be pivoted radially about a longitudinal axis of the dispensing sleeve for metering the medium.

Aus der DE 10 2013 203 834 A1 ist ein weiterer Spender zur Ausgabe eines Mediums aus einem Druckbehälter bekannt. An diesem Behälter ist ein Ausgabeventil vorgesehen, welches von einer Kappe umgeben ist. Diese Kappe greift an dem Druckbehälter an. An der Kappe ist ein Betätigungshebel vorgesehen. Dieser Betätigungshebel ist aus einer Verpackungsposition horizontal durch eine Führungsnut verschiebbar zur Längsachse des Ventils am Druckbehälter vorgesehen. Nach dem Ausziehen über eine Schiebeführung kann der Betätigungshebel um ein Filmscharnier an der Kappe geschwenkt und die Ausgabehülse betätigt werden.From the DE 10 2013 203 834 A1 a further dispenser for dispensing a medium from a pressure vessel is known. A dispensing valve which is surrounded by a cap is provided on this container. This cap engages the pressure vessel. An operating lever is provided on the cap. This operating lever is provided horizontally from a packaging position through a guide groove to the longitudinal axis of the valve on the pressure vessel. After being pulled out via a sliding guide, the actuating lever can be pivoted around a film hinge on the cap and the dispensing sleeve can be actuated.

Aus der DE 10 2009 018 528 A1 ist ein weiterer Spender zur Ausgabe eines Mediums aus einem Druckbehälter über ein Ausgabeventil mit einem Hebel bekannt. Der Hebel ist an einem Adapteraufsatz zur Positionierung auf dem Behälter vorgesehen. Dabei kann der Hebel entlang einem Verschiebeweg, der in einem Winkel von 45° zur Längsachse des Adapteraufsatzes geneigt ist, in eine Betätigungsposition übergeführt werden, um darauffolgend eine Schwenkbewegung zur Ausgabe des Mediums über das Ausgabeventil anzusteuern.From the DE 10 2009 018 528 A1 Another dispenser is known for dispensing a medium from a pressure vessel via a dispensing valve with a lever. The lever is provided on an adapter attachment for positioning on the container. The lever can be moved into an actuating position along a displacement path which is inclined at an angle of 45 ° to the longitudinal axis of the adapter attachment in order to subsequently control a pivoting movement for dispensing the medium via the dispensing valve.

Aus der EP 1 242 295 B3 ist ein Produktspender zur Ausgabe eines Mediums bekannt. Dieser Produktspender umfasst ein Ventil, welches eine Behälteröffnung eines Druckbehälters zur Aufnahme eines auszugebenden Mediums schließt. Der Behälteröffnung zugeordnet ist ein Adapter vorgesehen, welcher einen Betätigungshebel zur Ansteuerung des Ventils aufweist. Der Betätigungshebel ist über eine Schwenkanordnung an dem Adapter befestigt, wobei der Betätigungshebel aus einer Ausgangsposition, in der das Ventil geschlossen ist, durch eine Schwenkbewegung in eine aktive Position überführbar ist, in der das Ventil zur Ausgabe des Mediums betätigt wird.From the EP 1 242 295 B3 a product dispenser for dispensing a medium is known. This product dispenser comprises a valve which closes a container opening of a pressure container for receiving a medium to be dispensed. Associated with the container opening is a Adapter provided, which has an actuating lever for controlling the valve. The actuating lever is attached to the adapter via a swivel arrangement, the actuating lever being transferable from an initial position in which the valve is closed by a swivel movement into an active position in which the valve is actuated to dispense the medium.

Aus der DE 20 2009 018 628 U1 ist ein weiterer Produktspender zur Ausgabe eines Mediums aus einem Druckbehälter bekannt. Dieser Produktspender umfasst einen Betätigungshebel mit einem daran angeordneten Handgriff, der um eine Längsachse der Ventilausgabeöffnung rotierend positioniert ist. Durch die rotierende Anordnung des Schwenkhebels um die Längsachse der Ventilausgabeöffnung kann eine Produktaustrittsrate stufenlos zwischen einer Maximalrate und einer Minimalrate eingestellt werden. Zur Ausgabe des Produktes kann der Betätigungshebel in Richtung auf den Druckbehälter zu geschwenkt werden, um das Ventil in eine aktive Position zur Ausgabe des Mediums abhängig von der eingestellten Austrittsrate auszugeben.From the DE 20 2009 018 628 U1 Another product dispenser for dispensing a medium from a pressure vessel is known. This product dispenser comprises an actuating lever with a handle arranged thereon, which is positioned to rotate about a longitudinal axis of the valve dispensing opening. As a result of the rotating arrangement of the pivot lever around the longitudinal axis of the valve dispensing opening, a product discharge rate can be set continuously between a maximum rate and a minimum rate. To dispense the product, the operating lever can be swiveled towards the pressure vessel in order to dispense the valve into an active position for dispensing the medium depending on the set exit rate.

Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, einen Adapter für einen Produktspender sowie einen Produktspender vorzuschlagen, bei welchem während des Transports eine unbeabsichtigte Ausgabe des Mediums verhindert ist.The invention is based on the object of proposing an adapter for a product dispenser and a product dispenser, in which an unintentional dispensing of the medium is prevented during transport.

Diese Aufgabe wird durch einen Adapter für einen Produktspender gelöst, welcher an einer Behälteröffnung eines Druckbehälters beidseitig befestigbar ist. Der Adapter weist eine Schwenkanordnung auf, welche den Betätigungshebel mit dem daran angeordneten Handgriff schwenkbar zum Adaptergrundkörper lagert, wobei der Betätigungshebel aus einer Entriegelungsposition, in welcher der Betätigungshebel zwischen der Ausgangsposition, in der das Ventil geschlossen ist, und einer aktiven Position, in der das Ventil geöffnet ist, schwenkbar ist, in eine Verriegelungsposition überführbar ist. Die Schwenkanordnung des Adapters ist durch eine Schwenkachse und zumindest ein Langloch ausgebildet ist und die Schwenkachse in einer ersten und einer zweiten Endposition innerhalb des Langlochs anordenbar. Dadurch kann der Betätigungshebel in zwei Positionen, nämlich einer ersten Endposition, die bevorzugt der Verriegelungsposition entspricht, und in einer zweiten Endposition, die beispielsweise der Entriegelungsposition entspricht, durch eine Verschiebebewegung angeordnet sein. In der Verriegelungsposition ist der Betätigungshebel gesichert und kann nicht betätigt werden. Eine Ausgabe des Mediums ist gesperrt. Dadurch ist eine Transportsicherung ermöglicht. Durch die Anordnung des Betätigungshebels in der Verriegelungsposition kann bei einem auf den Handgriff wirkenden Druck, beispielsweise durch einen benachbarten Produktspender, in einer Verpackungseinheit oder beim Umfallen des Druckbehälters die Ausgabe des Druckmediums verhindert sein.This object is achieved by an adapter for a product dispenser which can be fastened on both sides of a container opening of a pressure vessel. The adapter has a pivot arrangement which pivots the actuating lever with the handle arranged thereon relative to the adapter base body, the actuating lever being moved from an unlocking position, in which the actuating lever is between the starting position in which the valve is closed, and an active position in which the Valve is open, can be pivoted, can be transferred into a locking position. The pivot arrangement of the adapter is formed by a pivot axis and at least one elongated hole and the pivot axis in a first and a second End position can be arranged within the elongated hole. As a result, the actuating lever can be arranged in two positions, namely a first end position, which preferably corresponds to the locking position, and in a second end position, which corresponds, for example, to the unlocking position, by a sliding movement. In the locked position, the operating lever is secured and cannot be operated. Output of the medium is blocked. This enables a transport lock. By arranging the actuating lever in the locking position, the output of the pressure medium can be prevented in the event of pressure acting on the handle, for example from an adjacent product dispenser, in a packaging unit or when the pressure container falls over.

Bevorzugt ist die Verschiebebewegung des Betätigungshebels durch die Schwenkanordnung geführt und der Betätigungshebel relativ zu einer Ausgabehülse an dem Adaptergrundkörper verschiebbar. Dadurch kann eine einfache und kompakte Anordnung geschaffen werden.The sliding movement of the actuating lever is preferably guided by the pivot arrangement and the actuating lever is displaceable relative to an output sleeve on the adapter base body. This enables a simple and compact arrangement to be created.

Bevorzugt ist der Betätigungshebel durch eine Verschiebebewegung in der Verriegelungsposition und in der Entriegelungsposition anordenbar. Der Betätigungshebel mit dem daran angeordneten Handgriff kann somit in einfacher Weise aus einer gesicherten Position in eine entriegelte Position übergeführt werden, um darauffolgend durch den Benutzer kontrolliert das Medium auszugeben.The actuating lever can preferably be arranged in the locking position and in the unlocking position by a sliding movement. The actuating lever with the handle arranged on it can thus be transferred in a simple manner from a secured position to an unlocked position in order to subsequently dispense the medium in a controlled manner by the user.

Das Langloch der Schwenkanordnung weist bevorzugt einen abgewinkelten Verlauf auf, durch welchen der Handgriff aus der Verriegelungsposition in die Entriegelungsposition anordenbar ist. Dieser abgewinkelte Verlauf des Langlochs weist den Vorteil auf, dass die Schwenkachse beim Abziehen/Schwenken des Betätigungshebels nicht verrutscht. Diese Schwenkachse wird relativ zum Griff nach unten gezogen, und der Griff kann nicht unabsichtlich vor oder zurück rutschen. Zusätzlich kann ein größerer Abstand zum Adaptergrundkörper und der Außenwand des Druckbehälters geschaffen werden. Dies ermöglicht einen zusätzlichen Freiraum für die Betätigung des Handgriffs, um das Ventil aus einer Ausgangsposition, in der das Ventil geschlossen ist, in eine aktive Position zur Ausgabe des Mediums überzuführen.The elongated hole of the pivot arrangement preferably has an angled course, through which the handle can be arranged from the locking position into the unlocking position. This angled course of the elongated hole has the advantage that the pivot axis does not slip when the actuating lever is pulled off / pivoted. This pivot axis is pulled down relative to the handle, and the handle cannot inadvertently slide forwards or backwards. In addition, a greater distance from the adapter base body and the outer wall of the pressure vessel can be created. This allows additional space for operating the handle to move the valve from an initial position in which the valve is closed transfer an active position to the output of the medium.

Die Verschiebebewegung des Betätigungshebels zwischen der ersten und zweiten Endposition weist bevorzugt einen ersten Verschiebeweg auf, der quer bzw. radial zur Längsachse der Ventilöffnung des Druckbehälters beziehungsweise des Adaptergrundkörpers vorgesehen ist und einen zweiten, sich daran anschließenden Verschiebeweg auf, der gegenüber dem ersten Verschiebeweg geneigt ist. Dies weist den Vorteil auf, dass in einer Verriegelungsposition der Handgriff nahe an einer Außenwand des Druckbehälters oder daran anliegend positionierbar ist. In der Entriegelungsposition ist der Handgriff um einen Abstand von der Außenwand des Druckbehälters entfernt und ermöglicht eine Schwenkbewegung zur Betätigung des Ventils und Ausgabe des Mediums.The displacement movement of the actuating lever between the first and second end position preferably has a first displacement path, which is provided transversely or radially to the longitudinal axis of the valve opening of the pressure vessel or the adapter base body and a second, adjoining displacement path which is inclined with respect to the first displacement path . This has the advantage that, in a locking position, the handle can be positioned close to or adjacent to an outer wall of the pressure vessel. In the unlocked position, the handle is a distance away from the outer wall of the pressure vessel and enables a pivoting movement to operate the valve and dispense the medium.

Der Betätigungshebel weist bevorzugt einen Anschlag auf, der zu einem Adaptergrundkörper weisend vorgesehen ist, welcher an der Behälteröffnung positionierbar ist. Dem Anschlag gegenüberliegend ist bevorzugt ein an der Ausgabehülse angeordneter Vorsprung vorgesehen, der zum Betätigungshebel weist. Dadurch kann der Betätigungshebel in einer ersten Endposition der Schwenkanordnung angeordnet werden, und eine Schwenkbewegung des Betätigungshebels ist gesperrt. Der Betätigungshebel wird bezüglich einer Schwenkbewegung entfernt zum Adaptergrundkörper durch den Vorsprung gesperrt, der am Betätigungselement anliegt. In entgegengesetzter Richtung wird eine Schwenkbewegung des Betätigungshebels auf den Adaptergrundkörper zu durch den Anschlag am Betätigungshebel gesperrt, der auf dem Adaptergrundkörper aufliegt. In und entgegen der einen Verschieberichtung im Wesentlichen rechtwinklig oder quer zur Längsachse der Behälteröffnung kann hingegen ein einfaches Lösen des Betätigungshebels aus dieser Verriegelungsposition erfolgen.The actuating lever preferably has a stop which is provided pointing towards an adapter base body which can be positioned on the container opening. Opposite the stop, a projection arranged on the dispensing sleeve is preferably provided which points towards the actuating lever. As a result, the actuating lever can be arranged in a first end position of the pivot arrangement, and a pivoting movement of the actuating lever is blocked. The actuating lever is blocked with respect to a pivoting movement away from the adapter base body by the projection which rests on the actuating element. In the opposite direction, a pivoting movement of the actuating lever towards the adapter base body is blocked by the stop on the actuation lever which rests on the adapter base body. In and against the one displacement direction essentially at right angles or transversely to the longitudinal axis of the container opening, on the other hand, the actuating lever can be simply released from this locking position.

Der Betätigungshebel ist bevorzugt in der Verriegelungsposition zwischen dem Vorsprung an der Ausgabehülse und dem Adaptergrundkörper geklemmt gehalten. Dadurch kann die Verriegelungsposition zusätzlich gesichert sein.The actuating lever is preferably held clamped in the locking position between the projection on the dispensing sleeve and the adapter base body. As a result, the locking position can be additionally secured.

Alternativ kann beim Überführen der Schwenkanordnung in eine erste Endposition die Schwenkachse durch eine Verengung in dem zumindest einen Langloch hindurchgeführt werden, sodass die Schwenkachse in der ersten Endposition rastend positioniert ist.Alternatively, when moving the pivot arrangement into a first end position, the pivot axis can be passed through a constriction in the at least one elongated hole, so that the pivot axis is positioned in a latching manner in the first end position.

Gemäß einer ersten Ausführungsform der Schwenkanordnung ist an einem den Handgriff gegenüberliegenden Ende des Betätigungshebels das zumindest eine Langloch an dem Betätigungshebel vorgesehen, welche mit einer fest an dem Adaptergrundkörper angeordneten Schwenkachse verbunden ist. Dies stellt eine konstruktiv einfache Ausgestaltung dar. Alternativ kann auch die Schwenkachse an dem Betätigungshebel vorgesehen und das zumindest eine Langloch an dem Adaptergrundkörper ausgebildet sein.According to a first embodiment of the pivot arrangement, the at least one elongated hole is provided on the actuation lever at an end of the actuating lever opposite the handle, which is connected to a pivot axis fixedly arranged on the adapter base body. This represents a structurally simple embodiment. Alternatively, the pivot axis can also be provided on the actuating lever and the at least one elongated hole can be formed on the adapter base body.

Der Adapter umfasst bevorzugt den Adaptergrundkörper mit einer Ausgabehülse, welche über eine elastische Verbindung, insbesondere eine Membran oder ein Gelenk, mit dem Adaptergrundkörper verbunden ist. Die Ausgabehülse ist auf das Ventil zubewegbar. Der Adaptergrundkörper und die Ausgabehülse sowie eine dazwischen angeordnete elastische Verbindung sind bevorzugt als ein Spritzgussteil aus Kunststoff ausgebildet. Die verschiebbare Anbindung der Ausgabehülse an den Adaptergrundkörper, der vorzugsweise ringförmig ausgebildet ist, kann dadurch in einfacher Weise ausgebildet sein. Durch die bevorzugte Einteiligkeit ist auch eine einfache Handhabung gegeben.The adapter preferably comprises the adapter base body with an output sleeve which is connected to the adapter base body via an elastic connection, in particular a membrane or a joint. The dispensing sleeve can be moved towards the valve. The adapter base body and the dispensing sleeve as well as an elastic connection arranged between them are preferably designed as an injection-molded part made of plastic. The displaceable connection of the dispensing sleeve to the adapter base body, which is preferably designed in the form of a ring, can thereby be designed in a simple manner. The preferred one-piece design also enables simple handling.

In der Entriegelungsposition des Betätigungshebels kann ein an dem Betätigungshebel angeordnetes Betätigungselement an einer Nocke an der Ausgabehülse angreifen. Durch eine Schwenkbewegung des Handgriffs kann eine axiale Verschiebebewegung der Ausgabehülse in Richtung auf das Ventil erzeugt werden, durch welches das Ventil in eine aktive Position zur Ausgabe des Mediums überführbar ist.In the unlocking position of the actuating lever, an actuating element arranged on the actuating lever can engage a cam on the dispensing sleeve. A pivoting movement of the handle can produce an axial displacement movement of the dispensing sleeve in the direction of the valve, by means of which the valve can be transferred into an active position for dispensing the medium.

Des Weiteren weist die Ausgabehülse auf einer innenliegenden Seite in Bezug auf die elastische Verbindung der Ausgabehülse zum Adaptergrundkörper gesehen einen Anschluss auf, welcher am Ventil angreift und gegenüberliegend beziehungsweise an einer Außenseite des Adaptergrundkörpers einen Stutzen aufweist, auf welchem eine Tülle befestigbar ist. Dadurch kann ein Strömungskanal in dem Adaptergrundkörper gebildet sein, der das aus dem Ventil ausströmende Medium über die Ausgabehülse in die Tülle zur Ausgabe am Gebrauchsort überführt.Furthermore, the dispensing sleeve has, on an inner side in relation to the elastic connection of the dispensing sleeve to the adapter base body, a connection which engages the valve and, opposite or on an outside of the adapter base body, has a connector on which a grommet is attachable. As a result, a flow channel can be formed in the adapter base body which transfers the medium flowing out of the valve via the dispensing sleeve into the spout for dispensing at the place of use.

Des Weiteren ist bevorzugt auf den Adaptergrundkörper eine Kappe aufsetzbar, welche zumindest die Schwenkanordnung des Adapters, die Behälteröffnung und zumindest teilweise den Betätigungshebel umgibt. Dies bildet einen Schutz vor Beschädigungen der Schwenkanordnung.Furthermore, a cap can preferably be placed on the adapter base body, which cap surrounds at least the pivoting arrangement of the adapter, the container opening and at least partially the actuating lever. This forms a protection against damage to the swivel arrangement.

Des Weiteren weist die Kappe eine Ausnehmung auf, durch welche der Betätigungshebel herausgeführt ist, sodass der Handgriff außerhalb der Kappe angeordnet ist. In der Ausnehmung ist bevorzugt ein Originalitätsverschluss vorgesehen. Dadurch kann in einfacher Weise festgestellt werden, ob ein noch ungeöffneter Produktspender vorliegt.Furthermore, the cap has a recess through which the actuating lever is led out so that the handle is arranged outside the cap. A tamper-evident closure is preferably provided in the recess. This makes it possible to determine in a simple manner whether there is a still unopened product dispenser.

Der Originalitätsverschluss an der Kappe ist durch zumindest eine stegförmige Anbindung in der Ausnahme vorgesehen. Diese stegförmige Anbindung bildet eine Sollbruchstelle, die in einfacher Weise lösbar ist. Nach dem einmaligen Trennen der stegförmigen Anbindung kann der Originalitätsverschluss lose an der Kappe verbleiben oder vollständig von der Kappe getrennt werden. In beiden Fällen kann der Benutzer erkennen, dass die Originalität der Ware nicht mehr gegeben ist.The tamper-evident closure on the cap is provided by at least one web-shaped connection in the exception. This web-shaped connection forms a predetermined breaking point that can be easily detached. After the web-shaped connection has been separated once, the tamper-evident closure can remain loosely on the cap or can be completely separated from the cap. In both cases, the user can see that the goods are no longer original.

Die der Erfindung zugrundeliegende Aufgabe wird des Weiteren durch einen Produktspender gelöst, der einen Adapter gemäß einer der vorbeschriebenen Ausführungsformen aufweist.The object on which the invention is based is furthermore achieved by a product dispenser which has an adapter according to one of the embodiments described above.

Die Erfindung sowie weitere vorteilhafte Ausführungsformen und Weiterbildungen derselben werden im Folgenden anhand der in den Zeichnungen dargestellten Beispiele näher beschrieben und erläutert. Die der Beschreibung und den Zeichnungen zu entnehmenden Merkmale können einzeln für sich oder zu mehreren in beliebiger Kombination erfindungsgemäß angewandt werden. Es zeigen:

  • Figur 1 eine perspektivische Explosionszeichnung des Produktspenders mit einem Adapter,
  • Figur 2 eine perspektivische Darstellung des Produktspenders im zusammengebauten Zustand im Auslieferungszustand,
  • Figur 3 eine schematische Schnittansicht des Produktspenders mit Adapter gemäß Figur 2,
  • Figur 4 eine weitere schematische Schnittansicht des Produktspenders gemäß Figur 2,
  • Figur 5 eine perspektivische Ansicht des Adapters,
  • Figur 6 eine schematische Schnittansicht des Adapters gemäß Figur 5,
  • Figur 7 eine perspektivische Ansicht des Adapters in einer aktiven Position,
  • Figur 8 eine schematische Schnittansicht des Adapters gemäß Figur 7,
  • Figur 9 eine schematische Seitenansicht des Handgriffs in einer Verriegelungsposition,
  • Figur 10 eine schematische Seitenansicht des Handgriffs in einer Entriegelungsposition,
  • Figur 11 eine schematische Seitenansicht eines Adapters auf einem Produktspender in einer Ausgangsposition und in einer aktiven Position, und
  • Figur 12 eine schematische Schnittansicht eines Adapters des Produktspenders mit Adapter in der aktiven Position.
The invention and further advantageous embodiments and developments thereof are described and explained in more detail below with reference to the examples shown in the drawings. The features to be taken from the description and the drawings can be used individually or collectively in any combination according to the invention. Show it:
  • Figure 1 a perspective exploded view of the product dispenser with an adapter,
  • Figure 2 a perspective view of the product dispenser in the assembled state in the delivery state,
  • Figure 3 a schematic sectional view of the product dispenser with adapter according to FIG Figure 2 ,
  • Figure 4 a further schematic sectional view of the product dispenser according to FIG Figure 2 ,
  • Figure 5 a perspective view of the adapter,
  • Figure 6 a schematic sectional view of the adapter according to Figure 5 ,
  • Figure 7 a perspective view of the adapter in an active position,
  • Figure 8 a schematic sectional view of the adapter according to Figure 7 ,
  • Figure 9 a schematic side view of the handle in a locking position,
  • Figure 10 a schematic side view of the handle in an unlocked position,
  • Figure 11 a schematic side view of an adapter on a product dispenser in a starting position and in an active position, and
  • Figure 12 a schematic sectional view of an adapter of the product dispenser with adapter in the active position.

In Figur 1 ist ein Produktspender 11 in einer Explosionszeichnung dargestellt. Ein Druckbehälter 12 nimmt an einer Behälteröffnung 14, die durch ein Ventil 16 (Figur 3) geschlossen ist, einen Adapter 18 auf. Dieser Adapter 18 umfasst einen Adaptergrundkörper 19, der auf der Behälteröffnung 14 aufsetzbar ist sowie einen Betätigungshebel 21 mit einem Handgriff 22, der durch eine Schwenkanordnung 23 mit dem Adaptergrundkörper 19 verbunden ist.In Figure 1 a product dispenser 11 is shown in an exploded view. A pressure vessel 12 adopts a vessel opening 14 which is opened by a valve 16 ( Figure 3 ) is closed, an adapter 18 on. This adapter 18 comprises an adapter base body 19, which can be placed on the container opening 14, and an actuating lever 21 with a handle 22 which is connected to the adapter base body 19 by a pivot arrangement 23.

Des Weiteren weist der Adaptergrundkörper 19 eine Ausgabehülse 25 auf, auf welche eine Tülle 26 befestigbar, insbesondere aufschraubbar, ist. Dadurch kann die Tülle 26 ausgewechselt werden. An einem stirnseitigen Ende der Tülle 26 ist ein Verschluss 27 vorgesehen, um ein Austrocknen des Mediums in der Tülle 26 zu verhindern.Furthermore, the adapter base body 19 has an output sleeve 25 onto which a grommet 26 can be fastened, in particular screwed on. This allows the grommet 26 to be replaced. A closure 27 is provided at one end of the spout 26 in order to prevent the medium in the spout 26 from drying out.

Des Weiteren ist eine Kappe 29 vorgesehen, welche den Adapter 18 im Wesentlichen umgibt. Diese Kappe 29 weist eine Ausnehmung 31 auf, durch welche der Betätigungshebel 21 herausgeführt ist, sodass der Handgriff 22 außerhalb der Kappe 29 positioniert ist.Furthermore, a cap 29 is provided which essentially surrounds the adapter 18. This cap 29 has a recess 31 through which the actuating lever 21 is led out so that the Handle 22 is positioned outside the cap 29.

In Figur 2 sind die in Figur 1 dargestellten Komponenten in einer zusammengesetzten Position dargestellt. Die Figur 2 zeigt einen verkaufsbereiten Produktspender 11.In Figure 2 are the in Figure 1 components shown in an assembled position. The Figure 2 shows a product dispenser 11 ready for sale.

Ein Bereich der Ausnehmung 31 in der Kappe 29 ist durch einen Originalitätsverschluss 32 geschlossen. Dieser Originalitätsverschluss 32 ist durch mehrere stegförmige Verbindungen 33 in der Ausnehmung 31 positioniert. Der Originalitätsverschluss 32 kann an zumindest zwei stegförmigen Verbindungen 32 zur Ausnehmung 31 gelöst werden, sodass der Qualitätsverschluss lose und/oder schwenkbar in der Ausnehmung 31 verbleibt. Die stegförmigen Verbindungen 33 bilden dabei eine Sollbruchstelle. Die Aussparung 30 kann das Lösen des Originalitätsverschlusses 32 erleichtern, indem ein Werkzeug einführbar ist. Sofern der Originalitätsverschluss 32 fehlt, kann der Benutzer in offensichtlicher Weise erkennen, dass der Produktspender 11 bereits geöffnet oder benutzt wurde.A region of the recess 31 in the cap 29 is closed by a tamper-evident closure 32. This tamper-evident closure 32 is positioned in the recess 31 by a plurality of web-shaped connections 33. The tamper-evident closure 32 can be released at at least two web-shaped connections 32 to the recess 31 so that the quality closure remains loose and / or pivotable in the recess 31. The web-shaped connections 33 form a predetermined breaking point. The recess 30 can facilitate the loosening of the tamper-evident closure 32 in that a tool can be inserted. If the tamper-evident closure 32 is missing, the user can clearly see that the product dispenser 11 has already been opened or used.

In Figur 3 ist eine schematische Schnittdarstellung des Produktspenders 11 in Figur 2 dargestellt. Die Figur 4 zeigt eine weitere um 90° gedrehte Schnittansicht zu Figur 3. An einer Behälteröffnung 14 des Druckbehälters 12 ist ein Ventil 16 befestigt, welches die Behälteröffnung 14 schließt. Das Ventil 16 weist einen Ventilkörper 36 auf, der einen äußeren umlaufenden Rand umfasst, sodass dieser äußere umlaufende Rand an der Behälteröffnung 14 angreift. Beispielsweise kann dies durch eine Verschraubung oder eine Umbördelung erfolgen. Das Ventil 16 umfasst ein Ventilschließglied 37, welches entlang einer Längsachse 38 des Ventils 16 beziehungsweise der Längsachse 38 des Adaptergrundkörpers 19 entspricht, bewegbar ist. Zum Öffnen des Ventilschließgliedes 37 wird dieses in Richtung Druckbehälter 12 entgegen einem Rückstellelement 39, insbesondere einer Feder, verfahren, um eine Ventilöffnung 41 zu öffnen. Durch diese Ventilöffnung 41 tritt ein in dem Druckbehälter 12 gespeichertes Medium zur Ausgabe hindurch.In Figure 3 FIG. 11 is a schematic sectional view of the product dispenser 11 in FIG Figure 2 shown. The Figure 4 shows a further sectional view rotated by 90 ° Figure 3 . A valve 16, which closes the container opening 14, is fastened to a container opening 14 of the pressure container 12. The valve 16 has a valve body 36 which comprises an outer circumferential edge, so that this outer circumferential edge engages the container opening 14. For example, this can be done by a screw connection or a flanging. The valve 16 comprises a valve closure member 37, which is movable along a longitudinal axis 38 of the valve 16 or the longitudinal axis 38 of the adapter base body 19. To open the valve closing member 37, it is moved in the direction of the pressure vessel 12 against a restoring element 39, in particular a spring, in order to open a valve opening 41. A medium stored in the pressure vessel 12 passes through this valve opening 41 for dispensing.

Dieses Ventil 16 kann der Ausführungsform entsprechen, welche beispielsweise in der DE 10 2008 051 888 A1 beschrieben ist, auf welche vollumfänglich Bezug genommen wird.This valve 16 can correspond to the embodiment which, for example, in FIG DE 10 2008 051 888 A1 is described on which is referenced in full.

Auf die Behälteröffnung 14 ist der Adapter 18 aufsetzbar. Dieser Adapter 18 ist in Figur 5 perspektivisch und in Figur 6 in einer Schnittansicht dargestellt. Der Adapter 18 gemäß Figuren 5 und 6 ist in einer Ausgangsposition 68 dargestellt. An dem Adaptergrundkörper 19 ist ein Flansch 44 vorgesehen, der bevorzugt koaxial zur Längsachse 38 ausgerichtet ist. Zwischen dem Flansch 44 und der Ausgabehülse 25 erstreckt sich eine Stirnfläche 45. An die Stirnfläche 45 und den Flansch 44 anschließend ist ein Befestigungsabschnitt 48 vorgesehen, der sich zumindest abschnittsweise entlang des Flansches 44 erstreckt. Der Befestigungsabschnitt 46 umfasst Stege 48, die mit Abstand zum Flansch 44 vorgesehen sind und dazwischenliegend einen Aufnahmebereich bilden. Am unteren Rand des Flansches 44 ist in Richtung auf die Längsachse 38 weisend eine Rastnase 54 vorgesehen. Dadurch kann ein Befestigungsabschnitt 46 ausgebildet sein, welcher verrastend die Umbördelung oder einen Rand 47 der Behälteröffnung 14 oder des Druckbehälters 12 umgreifen kann. Bevorzugt kann eine Rast-, Klemm- oder Schnappverbindung vorgesehen sein.The adapter 18 can be placed on the container opening 14. This adapter 18 is in Figure 5 perspective and in Figure 6 shown in a sectional view. The adapter 18 according to Figures 5 and 6 is shown in a starting position 68. A flange 44, which is preferably aligned coaxially to the longitudinal axis 38, is provided on the adapter base body 19. An end face 45 extends between the flange 44 and the dispensing sleeve 25. Adjoining the end face 45 and the flange 44, a fastening section 48 is provided which extends at least in sections along the flange 44. The fastening section 46 comprises webs 48 which are provided at a distance from the flange 44 and form a receiving area in between. At the lower edge of the flange 44, a locking lug 54 is provided pointing in the direction of the longitudinal axis 38. As a result, a fastening section 46 can be formed which, in a latching manner, can grip around the flange or an edge 47 of the container opening 14 or of the pressure container 12. A latching, clamping or snap connection can preferably be provided.

An dem Flansch 44 des Adaptergrundkörpers 19 ist des Weiteren an einem Außenumfang ein Rastelement 42 vorgesehen, welches mit einem Rastelement 43 an einer Innenseite der Kappe 29 eine lösbare Rastverbindung bildet. Dadurch ist die Kappe 29 auf den Adapter aufclipsbar.On the flange 44 of the adapter base body 19, a latching element 42 is also provided on an outer circumference, which forms a detachable latching connection with a latching element 43 on an inner side of the cap 29. As a result, the cap 29 can be clipped onto the adapter.

Der Adaptergrundkörper 19 umfasst des Weiteren die Ausgabehülse 25, die durch eine elastische Verbindung 49 mit dem Adaptergrundkörper 19 verbunden ist. Zwischen dem Adaptergrundkörper 19 und der Ausgabehülse 25 erstreckt sich die Stirnfläche 45. Diese Stirnfläche 45 ist in einer Schnittdarstellung betrachtet dachförmig ausgerichtet. Die Stirnfläche 45 überdeckt den Befestigungsabschnitt oder grenzt an diesen an. Zwischen der Ausgabehülse 25 und der Stirnfläche 45 erstreckt sich die elastische Verbindung 49. In einer Ausgangsposition 68 liegt die elastische Verbindung 49 und die Stirnfläche 45 in einer gemeinsamen Ebene. Die elastische Verbindung 49 ist durch eine elastische Membran gebildet, welche gemäß der dargestellten Ausführungsform sich vollflächig zwischen der Stirnfläche 45 des Flansches 44 und der Ausgabehülse 25 erstreckt. Durch diese elastische Verbindung 49 ist die Ausgabehülse 25 entlang der Längsachse 38 gegenüber dem Adaptergrundkörper 19 in ihrer Position veränderbar. Die Ausgabehülse 25 ist insbesondere aus der in Figur 5 dargestellten Ausgangsposition 68 relativ zum Adaptergrundkörper 19 in Richtung auf das Ventil 16 des Druckbehälters 12 verschiebbar. Eine solche aktive Position 69 ist in den Figuren 7 und 8 dargestellt.The adapter base body 19 furthermore comprises the dispensing sleeve 25, which is connected to the adapter base body 19 by an elastic connection 49. The end face 45 extends between the adapter base body 19 and the dispensing sleeve 25. This end face 45 is oriented like a roof when viewed in a sectional view. The end face 45 covers the fastening section or is adjacent to it. The elastic connection 49 extends between the dispensing sleeve 25 and the end face 45. In an initial position 68, the elastic connection 49 and the end face 45 lie in a common plane. The elastic connection 49 is through an elastic membrane which, according to the embodiment shown, extends over the entire surface between the end face 45 of the flange 44 and the dispensing sleeve 25. This elastic connection 49 allows the dispensing sleeve 25 to be changed in its position along the longitudinal axis 38 relative to the adapter base body 19. The dispensing sleeve 25 is in particular from the in Figure 5 The starting position 68 shown can be displaced relative to the adapter base body 19 in the direction of the valve 16 of the pressure vessel 12. One such active position 69 is in the Figures 7 and 8th shown.

Die Figur 6 zeigt des Weiteren, dass an einem Ende der Ausgabehülse 25 ein Anschluss 51 vorgesehen ist. Dieser Anschluss 51 umgreift bevorzugt das Ventilschließglied 37. Dem Anschluss 51 gegenüberliegend ist an der Ausgabehülse 25 eine Aufnahme 52 vorgesehen, auf welche die Tülle 26 aufsetzbar beziehungsweise aufschraubbar ist. Die Ausgabehülse 25 weist eine Durchgangsbohrung 53 auf, welche sich vom Anschluss 51 bis zur Aufnahme 52 erstreckt. Zwischen der Aufnahme 52 und dem Anschluss 51 sind an der Ausgabehülse 25 seitlich hervorstehende Nocken 57 vorgesehen. Bevorzugt sind zwei radial abstehende und einander gegenüberliegende Nocken 57 ausgebildet.The Figure 6 also shows that a connector 51 is provided at one end of the dispensing sleeve 25. This connection 51 preferably engages around the valve closing member 37. Opposite the connection 51, a receptacle 52 is provided on the dispensing sleeve 25, onto which the spout 26 can be placed or screwed. The dispensing sleeve 25 has a through-hole 53 which extends from the connection 51 to the receptacle 52. Between the receptacle 52 and the connection 51, laterally protruding cams 57 are provided on the dispensing sleeve 25. Preferably, two radially protruding and opposing cams 57 are formed.

An diesen Nocken 57 der Ausgabehülse 25 kann zur Betätigung der Ausgabehülse 25 zumindest ein Betätigungselement 56 an dem Betätigungshebel 21 angreifen. Dieser Betätigungshebel 56 ist beispielsweise in Figur 1 dargestellt und wird nachfolgend noch in Figur 5 beschrieben.At least one actuating element 56 on the actuating lever 21 can act on these cams 57 of the dispensing sleeve 25 in order to actuate the dispensing sleeve 25. This operating lever 56 is for example in Figure 1 and is shown below in Figure 5 described.

Die Aufnahme 52 an der Ausgabehülse 25 ist durch einen Ringbund 58 begrenzt, sodass die Tülle 26 nach dem Aufsetzen eine definierte Position einnimmt. Von diesem Ringbund 58 aus in Richtung auf die elastische Verbindung 49 ist ein Vorsprung 59 vorgesehen, der stegförmig gegenüber dem Außenumfang der Ausgabehülse 25 hervorsteht und mit Abstand zur elastischen Verbindung 49 angeordnet ist. Dieser Vorsprung 59 bildet einen Teil einer Transportsicherung des Betätigungshebels 21 und Handgriffs 22, wie nachfolgend noch in Figur 9 erörtert sein wird.The receptacle 52 on the dispensing sleeve 25 is limited by an annular collar 58, so that the spout 26 assumes a defined position after it has been placed on. A projection 59 is provided from this annular collar 58 in the direction of the elastic connection 49, which protrudes in the form of a web with respect to the outer circumference of the dispensing sleeve 25 and is arranged at a distance from the elastic connection 49. This projection 59 forms part of a transport lock for the actuating lever 21 and handle 22, as will be shown below in FIG Figure 9 will be discussed.

Der Adapter 18 ist bezüglich seinen in den Figuren 5 und 6 dargestellten Komponenten bevorzugt einstückig ausgebildet. Der Adaptergrundkörper 19 nimmt des Weiteren mindestens einen, vorzugsweise zwei, Schwenkbolzen 61 auf, die zur Bildung der Schwenkanordnung 23 zusammen mit dem Betätigungshebel 21 dienen. Die Schwenkbolzen 61 bilden eine gemeinsame Schwenkachse 62. Die Schwenkbolzen 61 sind spiegelbildlich zueinander ausgerichtet und ermöglichen ein einfaches Anbringen und Montieren des Betätigungshebels 21, sodass die an einem freien Ende angeordneten Ausnehmungen in Form eines Langloches 63 auf die Schwenkbolzen 61 aufsetzbar sind. Insbesondere ist der Adapter 18 als ein Spritzgussteil aus Kunststoff hergestellt. Alternativ können auch einzelne Komponenten durch eine Rast-, Schnapp- oder Klemmverbindung zusammengesetzt sein, um den Adapter 18 auszubilden.The adapter 18 is with respect to its in the Figures 5 and 6 shown Components preferably formed in one piece. The adapter base body 19 also receives at least one, preferably two, pivot bolts 61, which serve to form the pivot arrangement 23 together with the actuating lever 21. The pivot pins 61 form a common pivot axis 62. The pivot pins 61 are aligned in mirror image to one another and allow the actuating lever 21 to be easily attached and mounted so that the recesses arranged at a free end in the form of an elongated hole 63 can be placed on the pivot pin 61. In particular, the adapter 18 is produced as an injection-molded part made of plastic. Alternatively, individual components can also be assembled using a latching, snap-in or clamping connection in order to form the adapter 18.

In Figur 7 ist eine perspektivische Ansicht des Adapters 18 in einer aktiven Position 69 dargestellt. Die Figur 8 zeigt eine Schnittansicht des Adapters 18 gemäß Figur 7.In Figure 7 A perspective view of the adapter 18 in an active position 69 is shown. The Figure 8 FIG. 11 shows a sectional view of the adapter 18 according to FIG Figure 7 .

Im Hinblick auf den Aufbau und die einzelnen Merkmale und/oder Komponenten des Adapters 18 wird auf die Figurenbeschreibung zu Figuren 5 und 6 Bezug genommen. Das Überführen des Adapters 18 in die aktive Position 69 ist durch die elastische Verbindung 49 ermöglicht. Durch eine Betätigungskraft entlang der Längsachse 38 kann die Ausgabehülse 25 und somit der Anschluss 51 nach unten, also in Richtung auf den Druckbehälter 12, bewegt werden. Dadurch kann sich die elastische Verbindung 49 deformieren. Durch eine Durchbiegung einer elastischen Verbindung 49 kann eine Stellbewegung erzielt werden. Vorteilhafterweise wird die elastische Verbindung 49 gleichmäßig belastet, so dass eine ringförmige Vertiefung durch die elastische Verbindung 49 gebildet ist. Bei Entlastung des Betätigungshebels 21 kehrt die elastische Verbindung 49 in ihre Ausgangsposition 68 zurück, wie dies durch den Adapter 18 gemäß Figuren 5 und 6 dargestellt ist. In dieser Ausgangsposition 68 wird das Ventil 16 des Druckbehälters 12 wieder geschlossen.With regard to the structure and the individual features and / or components of the adapter 18, refer to the description of the figures Figures 5 and 6 Referenced. The transfer of the adapter 18 into the active position 69 is made possible by the elastic connection 49. By means of an actuating force along the longitudinal axis 38, the dispensing sleeve 25 and thus the connection 51 can be moved downward, that is, in the direction of the pressure vessel 12. As a result, the elastic connection 49 can deform. An adjusting movement can be achieved by bending an elastic connection 49. The elastic connection 49 is advantageously evenly loaded, so that an annular recess is formed by the elastic connection 49. When the actuating lever 21 is relieved of pressure, the elastic connection 49 returns to its starting position 68, as shown by the adapter 18 Figures 5 and 6 is shown. In this starting position 68, the valve 16 of the pressure vessel 12 is closed again.

Alternativ zu einer umlaufenden elastischen Verbindung 49 können auch mehrere, radial sich nach außen erstreckende Stege mit dazwischen ausgebildeten Lücken vorgesehen sein.As an alternative to a circumferential elastic connection 49 can also a plurality of webs extending radially outward with gaps formed between them may be provided.

In Figur 9 ist der Betätigungshebel 21 mit dem Handgriff 22 in der Verriegelungsposition 66 dargestellt. Die Schwenkanordnung 23 ist in einer ersten Endposition 71 vorgesehen. Der Betätigungshebel 21 ist durch eine Verschiebebewegung entlang eines Verschiebeweges rechtwinklig zur Längsachse 38 des Druckbehälters 12 in diese erste Endposition 61 übergeführt. Der Handgriff 22 ist nahe zur Außenwand des Druckbehälters 12 positioniert oder liegt an dieser an. In dieser Verriegelungsposition 66 greift der an der Ausgabehülse 25 außenliegende Vorsprung 59 an einer Außenseite des Betätigungshebels 21 an, wodurch eine Schwenkbewegung des Betätigungshebels 21 in Richtung auf die Tülle 26 gesperrt ist. In entgegengesetzter Richtung ist die Schwenkbewegung des Betätigungshebels 21 durch einen Anschlag 76 gesperrt, der auf dem Adaptergrundkörper 19 aufliegt. Zur Sicherung des Betätigungshebels 21 und des Handgriffs 22 kann das oder die Langlöcher 63 eine Verengung aufweisen, sodass beim Überführen der Schwenkachse 62 in die erste Endposition 71 ein Rastwiderstand zu überwinden ist, durch welchen der Betätigungshebel 21 darauffolgend in dieser ersten Endposition 71 gehalten werden kann. In dieser Verriegelungsposition 66 ist das Betätigungselement 56 des Betätigungshebels benachbart zu den Nocken 57 positioniert und somit außer Eingriff.In Figure 9 the actuating lever 21 with the handle 22 is shown in the locking position 66. The pivot arrangement 23 is provided in a first end position 71. The actuating lever 21 is moved into this first end position 61 by a displacement movement along a displacement path at right angles to the longitudinal axis 38 of the pressure vessel 12. The handle 22 is positioned close to the outer wall of the pressure vessel 12 or rests against it. In this locking position 66, the projection 59 on the outside of the dispensing sleeve 25 engages on an outside of the actuating lever 21, whereby a pivoting movement of the actuating lever 21 in the direction of the spout 26 is blocked. In the opposite direction, the pivoting movement of the actuating lever 21 is blocked by a stop 76 which rests on the adapter base body 19. To secure the actuating lever 21 and the handle 22, the elongated hole (s) 63 can have a narrowing so that when the pivot axis 62 is moved into the first end position 71, a locking resistance has to be overcome, through which the actuating lever 21 can subsequently be held in this first end position 71 . In this locking position 66, the actuating element 56 of the actuating lever is positioned adjacent to the cam 57 and is thus out of engagement.

Die an dem Betätigungshebel 21 ausgebildeten Laschen weisen jeweils Langlöcher 63 mit einer abgewinkelten Kontur auf. Diese Kontur der Langlöcher 63 umfasst einen ersten Verschiebeweg quer oder rechtwinklig zur Längsachse 38 des Adaptergrundkörpers 19. Der erste Verschiebeweg endet in der ersten Endposition 71. Der zweite Verschiebeweg, der sich an den ersten Verschiebeweg anschließt, endet in der zweiten Endposition 73. Der zweite Verschiebeweg ist gegenüber dem ersten Verschiebeweg geneigt, insbesondere in Richtung auf den Adaptergrundkörper 19. Der Betätigungshebel 21 ist mit dem Handgriff 22 bei einer Anordnung in der ersten Endposition 71 nahe zum Druckbehälter 12 gehalten. In einer Entriegelungsposition 67 des Betätigungshebels 21 und Handgriffs 22 können diese gegenüber dem Adaptergrundkörper 19 sowohl in Richtung der Längsachse 38 als auch seitlich zur Längsachse 38 weiter entfernt werden, um eine sichere Betätigung des Handgriffs 22 zur Ausgabe des Mediums zu ermöglichen.The tabs formed on the actuating lever 21 each have elongated holes 63 with an angled contour. This contour of the elongated holes 63 comprises a first displacement path transverse or at right angles to the longitudinal axis 38 of the adapter base body 19. The first displacement path ends in the first end position 71. The second displacement path, which follows on from the first displacement path, ends in the second end position 73 The displacement path is inclined with respect to the first displacement path, in particular in the direction of the adapter base body 19. The actuating lever 21 with the handle 22 is close to the pressure vessel when it is arranged in the first end position 71 12 held. In an unlocked position 67 of the actuating lever 21 and handle 22, these can be further removed from the adapter body 19 both in the direction of the longitudinal axis 38 and laterally to the longitudinal axis 38 in order to enable the handle 22 to be safely operated to dispense the medium.

Die Entriegelungsposition 67 des Betätigungshebels 21 ist in Figur 8 dargestellt. Die Schwenkachse 62 befindet sich innerhalb dem Langloch 63 in einer zweiten Endposition 73. In dieser Endposition liegt das Betätigungselement 56 auf den Nocken 57 auf. Der Betätigungshebel 21 beziehungsweise der Handgriff 22 sind in einer Ausgangsposition 68 angeordnet. In dieser Ausgangsposition ist der Produktspender 11 bereit um das Medium beim Betätigen des Handgriffs 22 auszugeben.The unlocking position 67 of the operating lever 21 is in Figure 8 shown. The pivot axis 62 is located within the elongated hole 63 in a second end position 73. In this end position, the actuating element 56 rests on the cam 57. The actuating lever 21 and the handle 22 are arranged in an initial position 68. In this starting position, the product dispenser 11 is ready to dispense the medium when the handle 22 is actuated.

In Figur 10 ist ersichtlich, dass das Betätigungselement 56 auf der Nocke 57 aufliegt. Sofern nun der Handgriff 22 beziehungsweise der Betätigungshebel 21 aus der Ausgangsposition 68 in eine aktive Position 69 übergeführt wird, wie dies beispielsweise durch die zwei dargestellten Positionen des Handgriffs 21 in Figur 11 dargestellt ist, werden die Nocken 57 auf den Druckbehälter 12 zubewegt. Die Ausgabehülse 25 wird in Richtung auf die Behälteröffnung 14 aufgrund der elastischen Verbindung 49 zum Adaptergrundkörper 19 zugeführt. Das Ventilschließglied 37 wird in Richtung auf das Innere des Druckbehälters 12 bewegt. Die Ventilöffnung 31 wird geöffnet, und das Medium kann austreten.In Figure 10 it can be seen that the actuating element 56 rests on the cam 57. If the handle 22 or the actuating lever 21 is now transferred from the starting position 68 to an active position 69, as is the case, for example, with the two positions of the handle 21 shown in FIG Figure 11 is shown, the cams 57 are moved towards the pressure vessel 12. The dispensing sleeve 25 is fed in the direction of the container opening 14 due to the elastic connection 49 to the adapter base body 19. The valve closing member 37 is moved in the direction of the interior of the pressure vessel 12. The valve opening 31 is opened and the medium can escape.

Sobald der Handgriff 22 nicht mehr betätigt wird, kehrt der Betätigungshebel 21 mit dem Handgriff 22 selbstständig aus der aktiven Position 69 in die Ausgangsposition 68 zurück. Diese selbständige Überführung in eine Schließposition wird durch das Rückstellelement 39 des Ventils 16 erzeugt.As soon as the handle 22 is no longer operated, the operating lever 21 automatically returns with the handle 22 from the active position 69 to the starting position 68. This independent transfer into a closed position is generated by the return element 39 of the valve 16.

In der aktiven Position 69 als auch Ausgangsposition 68 ist der Betätigungshebel 21 in der zweiten Endposition 73 der Schwenkanordnung 23 angeordnet. In dieser zweiten Endposition 73 ist das Betätigungselement 56 zum Vorsprung 59 derart positioniert, dass bei der Schwenkbewegung des Handgriffs 22 die Ausgabehülse 25 entlang der Längsachse 38 auf den Druckbehälter 12 zubewegt werden kann.In the active position 69 as well as the starting position 68, the actuating lever 21 is arranged in the second end position 73 of the pivot arrangement 23. In this second end position 73, the actuating element 56 is positioned relative to the projection 59 such that the dispensing sleeve 25 can be moved along the longitudinal axis 38 towards the pressure vessel 12 during the pivoting movement of the handle 22.

In Figur 12 ist eine schematische Schnittansicht des Produktspenders mit einem entriegelten Adapter 18 dargestellt. Der Handgriff 22 ist in eine aktive Position 69 zur Ausgabe des Mediums übergeführt. Diese Schnittansicht zeigt, dass die Ausgabehülse 25 gegenüber dem ringförmigen Adaptergrundkörper 19 entlang der Längsachse 38 verfahren ist. Dies ist an einer Durchbiegung 50 der elastischen Verbindung 49 zu erkennen, welche sich zwischen der Ausgabehülse 25 und dem ringförmigen Adaptergrundkörper 19 erstreckt.In Figure 12 a schematic sectional view of the product dispenser with an unlocked adapter 18 is shown. The handle 22 is moved into an active position 69 for dispensing the medium. This sectional view shows that the dispensing sleeve 25 has moved along the longitudinal axis 38 with respect to the annular adapter base body 19. This can be seen from a bend 50 of the elastic connection 49, which extends between the dispensing sleeve 25 and the annular adapter base body 19.

Der Adapter 18 kann als Verkaufseinheit bereitgestellt werden. Der Betätigungshebel 21 ist an der Schwenkachse 62 montiert und bildet eine feste Schwenkanordnung. Die Kappe 29 kann zusätzlich auf dem Adaptergrundkörper 19 befestigt sein. Zum Aufbringen der Kappe 29 werden der Handgriff 22 und der Betätigungshebel 21 durch die Ausnehmung 31 der Kappe 29 hindurchgeführt und anschließend die Kappe 29 mit dem Adaptergrundkörper 19 verbunden, insbesondere verrastet. Diese Baueinheit kann darauffolgend durch eine Clips- oder Rastverbindung mit dem umlaufenden Rand mit der Behälteröffnung 14 des Druckbehälters 12 verbunden werden. Wahlweise kann die Tülle 26 aufgeschraubt werden, um den Produktspender 11 zu komplettieren.The adapter 18 can be provided as a sales unit. The operating lever 21 is mounted on the pivot axis 62 and forms a fixed pivot arrangement. The cap 29 can also be attached to the adapter base body 19. To apply the cap 29, the handle 22 and the actuating lever 21 are passed through the recess 31 of the cap 29 and then the cap 29 is connected to the adapter base body 19, in particular locked. This structural unit can then be connected to the container opening 14 of the pressure container 12 by a clip or latch connection with the peripheral edge. The spout 26 can optionally be screwed on in order to complete the product dispenser 11.

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  1. Adapter for a product dispenser (11) with an adapter base body (19) for positioning the adapter (18) on a container opening (14) of a pressure container (12), with a swivel arrangement (23), which adjusts an actuating lever (21) with a handle (22) swivellably to the adapter base body (19), and the actuating lever (21) is transferable from an unlocked position (67), in which the handle (22) for opening a valve (16) of the container (12) is operatable from a starting posi-tion (68) into an active position (69), to a locked position (66), in which operation of the handle (22) is blocked, characterized in that the swivel arrangement (23) is formed by a swivel axis (62) and at least one slot (63) and the swivel axis (62) is arrangable in a first end position (73) and in a second end position (71) in the at least one slot (63).
  2. Adapter according to claim 1, characterized in that a displacement movement of the actuating lever (21) is guided by the swivel ar-rangement (23) and the actuating lever (21) is displaceable relative to an output sleeve (25) on the adapter base body (19).
  3. Adapter according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the swivel arrangement (23) has the at least one slot (63) with an angled progression, by which the first and second end position (73, 71) for the swivel axis (62) is separated and by which the han-dle (21) is adjustable from the locked position (66) to an unlocked position (67) with a greater distance from the adapter base body (19).
  4. Adapter according to any one of the preceding claims, character-ized in that the displacement movement of the actuating lever (21) for locking and unlocking has a first displacement path, which is provided transverse to the longitudinal axis of the adapter base body (19), and a second displacement path connected thereto, which is inclined relative to the first displacement path.
  5. Adapter according to claim 1, characterized in that the actuating lever (21) has a stop (76), which is provided pointing towards the adapter base body (19) and lying opposite has a projection (59) ar-ranged on an output sleeve (25) of the adapter base body (19), which projection points towards the actuating lever (21) and is pro-vided as a transport safeguard.
  6. Adapter according to claim 5, characterized in that the actuating lever (21) is held clamped in the locked position (68) between the adapter base body (19) and the projection (59) on the output sleeve (25) .
  7. Adapter according to any one of the preceding claims, character-ized in that at an end of the actuating lever (21) lying opposite the handle (22) there is provided the at least one slot (63), which forms the swivel arrangement (23) with the swivel axis (62) fixedly ar-ranged on the adapter base body (19) .
  8. Adapter according to any one of the preceding claims, character-ized in that the adapter base body (19) comprises the output sleeve (25), which is connected to the adapter base body (19) via an elastic connection, in particular a membrane or a joint, so that the output sleeve (25) is displaceable along the longitudinal axis (38) of the adapter base body (19).
  9. Adapter according to any one of the preceding claims, character-ized in that in the unlocked position (67), an actuating element (56) of the actuating lever (21) engages on a cam (57) or an annular collar (58) on the output sleeve (25).
  10. Adapter according to one of claims 5 or 9, characterized in that the output sleeve (25) has a connection (51) for actuating a valve clo-sure member (37) and lying opposite has a receptacle (52), to which a nozzle (26) is attachable.
  11. Adapter according to any one of the preceding claims, character-ized in that a cap (29) is placeable on the adapter base body (19), which cap encloses the swivel arrangement (23) and the adapter base body (19).
  12. Adapter according to claim 11, characterized in that the cap (29) has a recess (31), through which the actuating lever (21) is led out and the handle (22) is arranged outside the cap (29) and that a tamper-evident closure (32) is provided in the recess (31).
  13. Adapter according to claim 12, characterized in that the tamper-evident closure (32) is provided by at least one web-shaped linkage (33) of the recess (31), which serves as a predetermined breaking point.
  14. Product dispenser with a pressure container (12) for receiving a medium to be output, with a valve (16), which closes a container opening (14), characterized in that an adapter (18) according to any one of the preceding claims is attached to the container opening (14) of the pressure container (12).
  15. Product dispenser according to claim 14, characterized in that the adapter (18) is clipped or screwed onto an edge of the container opening (14) of the pressure container (12).
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