ES1069373U - Lavatory lid alert device - Google Patents

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ES1069373U
ES1069373U ES200802474U ES200802474U ES1069373U ES 1069373 U ES1069373 U ES 1069373U ES 200802474 U ES200802474 U ES 200802474U ES 200802474 U ES200802474 U ES 200802474U ES 1069373 U ES1069373 U ES 1069373U
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
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Warning device for the toilet lid, applicable to be installed under the toilet lid to avoid leaving it open after use, being especially applicable to the lower lid or ring that covers the toilet and that men lift when urinating, characterized by the fact that it comprises a casing (2) inside which a microchip or electronic card (3) is housed, capable of emitting a sound, such as a hum, pre-recorded message, music, etc., said electronic card (3) being connected to a microswitch (4) that is activated when it is no longer pressed, which partially protrudes from the upper surface of said casing (2); in which said casing (2) has a hinged lid (8) which, provided with a spring (9) tends to remain open, being pressed or released when lowering and lifting, respectively, the toilet lid, thereby closing or open the switch (4) on which said cover (8) acts when closing, disconnecting or connecting the device (1). (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

Dispositivo de aviso para la tapa del inodoro.Warning device for the cover of the toilet.

Objeto de la invenciónObject of the invention

La invención, tal como expresa el enunciado de la presente memoria descriptiva, se refiere a un dispositivo de aviso para la tapa del inodoro.The invention, as expressed in the statement of the present specification refers to a device of toilet cover notice.

En particular, el objeto de la invención se centra en un dispositivo cuya finalidad estriba en constituirse como instrumento de aviso para evitar dejarse la tapa de inodoro abierta después de su uso, siendo especialmente aplicable a la tapa inferior o aro que cubre el inodoro y que levantan los hombres al orinar.In particular, the object of the invention is focuses on a device whose purpose is to be as a warning instrument to avoid leaving the toilet lid open after use, being especially applicable to the lid bottom or hoop that covers the toilet and that men lift to to pee.

Antecedentes de la invenciónBackground of the invention

Es conocida la mala costumbre que tienen muchos hombres de olvidar cerrar la tapa del inodoro después de usarlo para orinar, siendo igualmente conocida la desagradable sensación que dicho olvido provoca en el siguiente usuario de dicho inodoro, especialmente a las mujeres.The bad habit that many have is known men forget to close the toilet lid after using it to urinate, the unpleasant sensation being equally known that said forgetfulness causes the next user of said toilet, Especially women.

Sería, por tanto, deseable la creación de un sistema que, de forma práctica y sencilla, evite tal olvido, siendo este el objetivo esencial de la presente invención, sobre la cual, por otra parte, cabe señalar que, por parte del solicitante, se desconoce la existencia de ningún otro dispositivo que presente unas características técnicas, estructurales o de configuración semejantes.It would therefore be desirable to create a system that, in a practical and simple way, avoid such forgetting, being This is the essential objective of the present invention, on which, on the other hand, it should be noted that, by the applicant, ignores the existence of any other device that presents technical, structural or configuration features similar.

Explicación de la invenciónExplanation of the invention.

Así, el dispositivo de aviso para la tapa del inodoro que la invención propone se configura como una destacable novedad dentro de su campo de aplicación, ya que, a tenor de su implementación, se alcanzan satisfactoriamente los objetivos anteriormente señalados como idóneos, estando los detalles caracterizadores que los hacen posible, adecuadamente recogidos en las reivindicaciones finales que acompañan a la presente memoria descriptiva.Thus, the warning device for the cover of the toilet that the invention proposes is configured as a remarkable novelty within its field of application, since, according to its implementation, the objectives are satisfactorily achieved previously indicated as suitable, the details being characterizers that make them possible, properly collected in the final claims that accompany the present specification descriptive

Para ello, y de forma concreta, el dispositivo preconizado consiste en un pequeño dispositivo sonoro, capaz de emitir cualquier sonido convenientemente audible, tal un zumbido, una alarma, una música, o incluso un mensaje pregrabado, en función de la complejidad que se le quiera dar, el cual, colocado sobre el borde de loza del inodoro bajo la tapa de anillo, preferentemente situado en la parte trasera, junto a la bisagra, y el cual cuenta con un sistema de accionamiento, tal como un interruptor de presión, que se conecta al levantar dicha tapa.To do this, and specifically, the device recommended consists of a small sound device, capable of emit any conveniently audible sound, such a hum, an alarm, a music, or even a prerecorded message, depending on  of the complexity that you want to give, which, placed on the earthenware edge of the toilet under the ring cover, preferably located at the back, next to the hinge, and which counts with a drive system, such as a power switch pressure, which is connected when lifting said lid.

De esta forma, mientras el hombre orina, el dispositivo emite el sonido correspondiente, haciendo que el usuario sea plenamente consciente de que la tapa está levantada y deberá cerrarla para que dicho sonido se detenga, evitando con ello el olvido de la tapa levantada.In this way, while the man urinates, the device emits the corresponding sound, making the user be fully aware that the lid is raised and you must close it so that the sound stops, thereby avoiding The oblivion of the lid lifted.

Así, tal como se ha señalado dicho sonido puede consistir en un molesto zumbido, en una alarma más o menos escandalosa, así como también en un mensaje recordatorio o en una agradable música pero que en todos los casos estará recordando al usuario que para acallarla deberá inevitablemente bajar la tapa al terminar de usar el inodoro, evitando así al próximo usuario del mismo, la desagradable sensación de encontrarse el inodoro con la tapa levantada.Thus, as this sound has been pointed out, it can consist of an annoying buzz, an alarm more or less scandalous, as well as in a reminder message or in a nice music but in all cases you will be remembering the user that to silence it must inevitably lower the lid to finish using the toilet, thus avoiding the next user of the same, the unpleasant sensation of finding the toilet with the lid lifted.

Hay que señalar que, el citado dispositivo, en orden a evitar la entrada a su interior de cualquier tipo de humedad, ya sea debido al uso, a la limpieza o a la utilización de la cisterna, estará convenientemente alojado en una carcasa adecuadamente protectora y hermética.It should be noted that, said device, in order to prevent the entry of any type of moisture, whether due to the use, cleaning or use of the tank will be conveniently housed in a housing adequately protective and hermetic.

En una realización preferida de la invención, el dispositivo propuesto comprende dos partes articuladas que se fijan respectivamente a la taza y a la superficie inferior de la tapa de anilla, contando una de ambas partes, por ejemplo la que se fija a la taza, con el mecanismo de sonido, constituido por un pequeño chip electrónico y un micro interruptor de presión que, al dejar de presionarse, cierra el circuito haciendo que se conecte.In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the proposed device comprises two articulated parts that are fix respectively to the cup and the bottom surface of the ring cover, counting one of both parts, for example the one fixed to the cup, with the sound mechanism, constituted by a small electronic chip and a micro pressure switch that, when stop pressing, close the circuit making it connect

Además, adicionalmente y de manera opcional, el dispositivo puede incorporar algún elemento emisor de luz, tal como un diodo LED, destinado especialmente para personas con problemas auditivos.In addition, additionally and optionally, the device may incorporate some light emitting element, such as an LED, designed especially for people with problems auditory

Cabe señalar que el descrito dispositivo, lógicamente, podrá presentar distintas formas, tamaños y colores, más o menos llamativos, pudiendo ser aplicado, también, por partida doble, es decir tanto entre la taza y la tapa de anilla para evitar que esta quede abierta y/o entre esta tapa de anilla y la tapa superior, la cual, a menudo, también se olvida cerrar.It should be noted that the described device, logically, you can present different shapes, sizes and colors, more or less striking, and can also be applied per game double, that is both between the cup and the ring lid to avoid that it is open and / or between this ring cover and the cover superior, which, often, also forgets to close.

De la misma forma, el dispositivo podrá ser aplicable a cualquier otro tipo de elemento susceptible de provocar un inconveniente similar que se pueda solucionar con el mismo sistema de aviso, tal como armarios, puertas, cajas, etc., sirviendo tanto como instrumento de recordatorio para evitar olvidar el cierre el objeto al que se ha aplicado, como instrumento de aviso a terceros de que tal objeto está siendo abier-
to.In the same way, the device may be applicable to any other type of element that can cause a similar problem that can be solved with the same warning system, such as cabinets, doors, boxes, etc., serving as a reminder instrument to avoid forgetting the closing of the object to which it has been applied, as a third-party notification instrument that such object is being opened
to.

El descrito dispositivo de aviso para la tapa del inodoro representa, pues, una estructura innovadora de características estructurales y constitutivas desconocidas hasta ahora para tal fin, razones que unidas a su utilidad práctica, la dotan de fundamento suficiente para obtener el privilegio de exclusividad que se solicita.The described warning device for the lid The toilet thus represents an innovative structure of structural and constitutive characteristics unknown up to now for that purpose, reasons that together with its practical utility, the provide sufficient grounds to obtain the privilege of exclusivity that is requested.

Descripción de los dibujosDescription of the drawings

Para complementar la descripción que se está realizando y con objeto de ayudar a una mejor comprensión de las características de la invención, se acompaña a la presente memoria descriptiva, como parte integrante de la misma, de un juego de planos, en los que con carácter ilustrativo y no limitativo se ha representado lo siguiente:To complement the description that is being performing and in order to help a better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, is attached herein descriptive, as an integral part of it, of a game of planes, in which with an illustrative and non-limiting nature, represented the following:

La figura número 1.- Muestra una vista en alzado lateral de un ejemplo de realización del dispositivo de aviso para la tapa del inodoro, objeto de la invención, en la que se aprecian las principales partes y elementos que comprende, así como la configuración y disposición de los mismos.Figure number 1.- Shows a view in side elevation of an embodiment of the device notice for the toilet lid, object of the invention, in which the main parts and elements that are understood are appreciated, as well as the configuration and arrangement of them.

La figura número 2.- Muestra una vista en planta del ejemplo de dispositivo, según la invención, representado en la figura 1.Figure number 2.- Shows a view in plant of the example device, according to the invention, represented in figure 1.

Realización preferente de la invenciónPreferred Embodiment of the Invention

A la vista de las mencionadas figuras, y de acuerdo con la numeración adoptada, se puede observar en ellas un ejemplo de realización preferente de la invención, la cual comprende las partes y elementos que se indican y describen en detalle a continuación.In view of the aforementioned figures, and of according to the numbering adopted, you can see in them a preferred embodiment of the invention, which includes the parts and elements that are indicated and described in detail below.

Así, tal como se aprecia en dichas figuras, el dispositivo (1) en cuestión comprende una carcasa (2) en cuyo interior se aloja un microchip o tarjeta electrónica (3) capaz de emitir un sonido, tal como un zumbido, mensaje pregrabado, música, etc., el cual se halla conectado a un micro interruptor (4) que lo activa al dejar de ser presionado, el cual sobresale parcialmente por la superficie superior de dicha carcasa (2), tal como se observa en la figura 1.Thus, as can be seen in these figures, the device (1) in question comprises a housing (2) in which Inside there is a microchip or electronic card (3) capable of emit a sound, such as a buzz, prerecorded message, music, etc., which is connected to a micro switch (4) that active when stopped being pressed, which partially protrudes by the upper surface of said housing (2), as see in figure 1.

La citada carcasa (2), además, presenta una pluralidad de orificios (5) que permitan el paso del sonido, situados, preferentemente, en su parte superior, pudiendo incorporar, de manera opcional, un diodo LED (6) emisor de luz igualmente conectado al interruptor (4).The aforementioned housing (2) also has a plurality of holes (5) that allow the passage of sound, located, preferably, in its upper part, being able to optionally incorporate a LED (6) light emitting diode also connected to the switch (4).

En la parte inferior de la carcasa (2) se ha previsto una almohadilla con adhesivo (7) destinada a posibilitar la firme fijación del dispositivo al inodoro a que se destina, habiéndose previsto una tapa articulada (8) que, dotada de un resorte (9) tenderá a quedar abierta, siendo presionada o liberada al bajar y levantar, respectivamente, la tapa del inodoro, con lo que se cerrará o abrirá el interruptor (4) sobre el que actúa al cerrarse, desconectándose o conectándose el dispositivo (1).In the lower part of the housing (2) it has provided a pad with adhesive (7) designed to enable the firm fixation of the device to the toilet to which it is intended, having provided an articulated cover (8) which, equipped with a spring (9) will tend to remain open, being pressed or released when lowering and lifting, respectively, the toilet lid, with that the switch (4) on which it acts will be closed or opened close, disconnecting or connecting the device (1).

Descrita suficientemente la naturaleza de la presente invención, así como la manera de ponerla en práctica, no se considera necesario hacer más extensa su explicación para que cualquier experto en la materia comprenda su alcance y las ventajas que de ella se derivan, haciendo constar que, dentro de su esencialidad, podrá ser llevada a la práctica en otras formas de realización que difieran en detalle de la indicada a título de ejemplo, y a las cuales alcanzará igualmente la protección que se recaba siempre que no se altere, cambie o modifique su principio fundamental.Describe sufficiently the nature of the present invention, as well as the way of putting it into practice, not it is considered necessary to extend its explanation so that any subject matter expert understands its scope and advantages that derive from it, stating that, within its essentiality, may be implemented in other forms of embodiment that differ in detail from that indicated by way of example, and which will also achieve the protection that collects as long as it does not alter, change or modify its principle fundamental.

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1. Dispositivo de aviso para la tapa del inodoro, aplicable para ser instalado bajo la tapa del inodoro para evitar dejársela abierta después de su uso, siendo especialmente aplicable a la tapa inferior o aro que cubre el inodoro y que levantan los hombres al orinar, caracterizado por el hecho de comprender una carcasa (2) en cuyo interior se aloja un microchip o tarjeta electrónica (3) capaz de emitir un sonido, tal como un zumbido, mensaje pregrabado, música, etc., estando dicha tarjeta electrónica (3) conectada a un micro interruptor (4) que se activa al dejar de ser presionado, el cual sobresale parcialmente por la superficie superior de dicha carcasa (2); en que dicha carcasa (2) cuenta con una tapa articulada (8) que, dotada de un resorte (9) tiende a quedar abierta, siendo presionada o liberada al bajar y levantar, respectivamente, la tapa del inodoro, con lo que se cierra o abre el interruptor (4) sobre el que actúa dicha tapa (8) al cerrarse, desconectándose o conectándose el dispositivo (1).1. Warning device for the toilet lid, applicable to be installed under the toilet lid to avoid leaving it open after use, being especially applicable to the lower lid or ring that covers the toilet and which men lift when urinating, characterized in that it comprises a housing (2) inside which a microchip or electronic card (3) is housed capable of emitting a sound, such as a hum, prerecorded message, music, etc., said electronic card (3) being connected to a micro switch (4) that activates when it is no longer pressed, which partially protrudes through the upper surface of said housing (2); wherein said housing (2) has an articulated lid (8) which, provided with a spring (9) tends to remain open, being pressed or released when the toilet lid is lowered and lifted, respectively, thereby closing or open the switch (4) on which said lid acts (8) when closed, disconnecting or connecting the device (1). 2. Dispositivo de aviso para la tapa del inodoro, según la reivindicación 1, caracterizado por el hecho de que la carcasa (2), además de orificios (5) que permiten el paso del sonido, situados, preferentemente, en su parte superior, opcionalmente, incorpora un diodo LED (6) emisor de luz igualmente conectado al interruptor (4).2. Warning device for the toilet lid, according to claim 1, characterized in that the housing (2), in addition to holes (5) that allow the passage of sound, preferably located in its upper part, optionally, it incorporates a LED (6) light emitting diode also connected to the switch (4). 3. Dispositivo de aviso para la tapa del inodoro, según la reivindicación 1, caracterizado por el hecho de que, en la parte inferior de la carcasa (2), se ha previsto una almohadilla con adhesivo (7) para la fijación del dispositivo al inodoro.3. Warning device for the toilet lid, according to claim 1, characterized in that, in the lower part of the housing (2), a pad with adhesive (7) is provided for fixing the device to the toilet.
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