Showing papers on "Toilet published in 1982"

Nonrecirculating vacuum flush toilet system utilizing fresh water

Abstract: A lavatory system suitable for use on a commercial passenger aircraft includes at least one toilet bowl for receiving waste and a waste-holding tank in fluid communication with said toilet bowl for receiving waste from said toilet bowl. The waste-holding tank is kept at a pressure less than the ambient pressure surrounding the toilet bowl so that waste from the toilet bowl is drawn to the tank by the difference in pressure. A flush valve is provided in the drain line between the toilet bowl and the waste-holding tank and is selectively operable to pass the toilet bowl contents into the waste-holding tank. Water from the potable water supply system is provided to the toilet bowl to wash the sides of the toilet bowl and to assist in moving the waste material to the drain line. A water inlet valve is provided to selectively control the introduction of water into the toilet bowl and preferably the water inlet valve and flush valve are operated in a timed sequence by actuation of a single flushing switch. The water is introduced into the toilet bowl through a nozzle ring which directs the flow of the water onto the interior of the toilet bowl in coherent streams and is matched to the toilet bowl configuration in such a manner that a minimal amount of water is utilized per flush. The range of water utilized is in the neighborhood of six to ten ounces per flush and the water is directed onto the sides of the bowl in a plurality of streams such that each directed stream is dedicated to rinse a particular area of the toilet bowl with the streams of water coalescing to form a substantially continuous sheet of water on substantially all parts of the interior surface of the toilet bowl to completely flush the toilet bowl of waste material.

Toilet cleaning tool

Abstract: A toilet cleaning tool for cleaning a lavatory bowl of a toilet, which toilet cleaning tool comprises a disposable cleaning member (8) and a body, the body having an elongate handle (6) and first and second parts (1,2) between which the disposable cleaning member (8) is releasably retained, and the disposable cleaning member (8) being water degradable whereby the disposable cleaning member (8) can be disposed of by being flushed down the toilet.

Toilet flush water colorizer

Abstract: .[.A toilet flush water colorizer comprises a container adapted for receiving therein a flush water-coloring block and having at least one entry opening for admitting flush water thereinto, and outlet means for the discharge of colored flush water from the container, which colorizer further comprises suspending means for suspending the container at the inside of a toilet bowl, a diluting chamber in the interior of the container adapted for collecting drops of color concentrate dripping off a block after each flushing, the outlet means being located in the bottom of the diluting chamber..]..Iadd.A toilet flush colorizer container is suspendable in a toilet bowl. The upper part of the container admits flush water and, after passing over a colorizer block, colored water collects in a diluting chamber. The colored water is transferred to the toilet bowl by means of a siphon in the bottom of the diluting chamber..Iaddend.

Toilet light unit

Abstract: The present toilet light unit has a miniature battery-powered lamp mounted on the top rear of a toilet bowl and controlled by a mercury switch on the toilet seat. The unit has a housing with a battery compartment at the back, a flat bottom wall covered by a self-adhesive layer for engagement with the top of a toilet bowl at the rear, and a depending front end segment which extends around the lamp at the front and sides and has rear edges for engagement with the rear inner edge of the toilet bowl. A socket for the lamp is carried by a holder which is removably attached to the bottom wall of the housing inside its depending front segment. The lamp socket has a terminal projecting up through an opening in the bottom wall of the housing and engaging a cantilevered leaf spring contact which is connected through electrical wiring to the mercury switch.

Toilet reservoir fill alarm

Abstract: A toilet reservoir fill alarm including water level sensors which can be positioned in the water reservoir tank of a flush toilet to detect the presence or absence of water at a desired level. A switch responds to the water level sensors and produces a control signal during the absence of a desired level. The control signal operates a timing circuit in order to produce an output signal at the termination of a predetermined time interval. Responsive to the output signal is an alarm circuit. In this manner, an alarm will sound should the toilet tank reservoir not refill during the predetermined time interval following the flushing of the toilet.

Liquid toilet bowl cleaner

Abstract: A thickened liquid toilet bowl cleaner comprises an organic acid, a detergent, and a cellulose ether thickener. A non-corrosive, relatively safe to handle clear product is produced which effectively removes lime scale and iron stains from toilet bowls.

Water-saving device for use with toilets

Abstract: A water-saving device for toilets is provided which when employed in a conventional toilet tank allows for flushing a conventional toilet employing an amount of water which is substantially less than usually employed. The water-saving device of the invention employs a combination of a lower float and an upper float; upon flushing, the lower float functions as a closure member for the orifice in the bottom of the toilet tank and the upper float is adapted to bear against the lower float to force the lower float to seat in the orifice of the tank after the level of water in the tank has been reduced to 75% or less of the water normally used in flushing a toilet. In addition, locking means and related control means are provided for releasing the upper float when the toilet is flushed and for locking the upper float in an immobile position when the flush has been effected.

Emergency valve unit for preventing overflow of a toilet

Abstract: An emergency valve unit which can be sold as a kit and which can be easily and quickly installed into typical, commercially-available toilets to prevent the bowl of the toilet from overflowing during the flushing thereof. The valve unit has a relatively thin, flat housing which is positioned between the water tank and the stool section of the toilet and is held there by the seam bolts that normally secure the tank to the stool. The housing has an opening therethrough which aligns with and forms a portion of the fluid passage between the tank and the stool. A valve element is slidably mounted in the housing and is manually movable to open or close said opening by means of a rod which extends from said housing. If at any time it appears that the toilet bowl is ready to overflow during a flushing operation, the rod can be pulled to close the valve unit thereby shutting off the flow of water from the tank to the bowl. Once the waste outlet of the bowl has been cleared, the rod is pushed to open the valve unit and routine operation of the toilet is resumed.

Toilet evacuation device

Abstract: This invention relates to toilet seat odor evacuation devices in general, and more specifically to a hollow evacuation member having a plurality of downwardly depending angled apertures disposed around its periphery. In addition, this device is hingedly connected to the water closet adjacent to the tank, so that the device is pivotable, with respect to both the toilet seat, and the toilet bowl. This arrangement therefore allows the external surfaces of the device, surrounding the toilet bowl, to be thoroughly cleaned, thereby eliminating odors and germs.

Toilet seat and cover assembly

Abstract: This invention related to solid and/or cushioned toilet seat assemblies. More specifically this invention is directed to a toilet seat assembly wherein the seat and cover have magnetic elements to prevent the seat from falling down while in use of while the toilet bowl is being cleaned.

Apparatus for cleansing and disinfecting toilet tanks and bowls

Abstract: Method and apparatus for cleansing and disinfecting a toilet tank and toilet bowl by treating the water discharged from the toilet tank each time the toilet is flushed. A passive dosing dispenser that automatically dispenses a disinfectant with each flush is provided in the tank to carry out the cleansing and disinfecting method. The dispenser comprises a series of chambers in fluid communication including a reservoir containing the source of disinfectant, a vented volume control chamber, a delivery tube provided with a dispensing orifice in dynamic fluid communication with liquid in the toilet tank, and a vented standpipe. The respective chambers have volumes selected to provide a controlled dispensing action, and the arrangement of chambers is such that the concentration of the aqueous disinfectant solution discharged remains substantially constant upon repetitive flushing, and/or during extended quiescent periods. The dispenser can be provided with means responsive to toilet tank and toilet water contaminants that tend to interfere with the disinfectant dispensed.

Resilient gasket between toilet bowl and drainpipe

Abstract: A toilet connection, coupling, gasket sealing device which is designed in one or more pieces to provide a combination of uses in completing the connection of a toilet outlet to the sewer drain pipe to prevent odors from escaping from the connection.

Safety toilet seat

Abstract: A safety toilet seat comprising a cassette jacket type seat, a water transporting system and a controlled heating system whereby the cassette jacket-type seat is made as a jacket, the interior of which is filled with water which is kept warm by the controlled heating system. A spray nozzle is provided at the front and rear of the cassette jacket-type seat and in communication with the interior thereof. The warm water in the seat is sprayed via the nozzles to thereby wash the anus and/or genitals of user seated thereon. Conventionally heated toilet seats when used during the cold winter season are usually heated by means of an electric heating coil encased within the toilet seat. Additionally, if the toilet unit is equipped with a genital and/or anus wash washing unit, a second electric heating coil is necessary. Dual heating coils of this nature tent to waste energy, increase production cost and promote maintenance problems with respect to the toilet unit. In conventional toilet seats having washing mean incorporated therein, the water stored between the nozzle and the heating coil is cold and when sprayed upon the appropriate body parts i.e. the vagina, anus or both, the coldness of the water provides a discomforting feeling to the user. Moreover, in the interest of safety, the use of electric heating coils in a moisture existing bath or toilet room is discouraged since the potential for shock hazard is always present since the human body could very easily come in contact with current leaking from the heating coil should the heating coil malfunction.

Rectal hygiene system

Abstract: A rectal hygiene system for use in conjunction with an existing toilet, having a control valve with a water connection to the cold water supply line of the existing toilet tank, as well as a spray member attached to the underside of the toilet seat at the back end thereof, this member being of small size and light weight and movable with the toilet seat, providing a directed spray into the toilet seat opening from the back end of the toilet seat.

The Ergonomics of Toilet Seats

Abstract: This study examines the appropriate position for and configuration of a toilet seat for the population of the United Kingdom. The study is based on the assumption that only a seated posture would b...

Heated toilet seat

Abstract: An apparatus for accommodating an electrical cord in a heated toilet seat having a toilet seat body and a base cover pivotally connected to each other, wherein an electrical cord adapted for electrical connection between a heater mounted within the toilet seat body and a controller therefore is secured at one by a grommet provided on the base cover and at the other end by a cord fastener in the toilet seat body. Sufficient cord slack is provided in the toilet seat body so that the cord may be retracted or extended during the pivoting of the toilet seat body. The cord slack is in the shape of a loop, and a guide stopper is positioned within the loop to guide the cord during extension and retraction and limit the maximum extension of the cord.

Automatic toilet flushing device

Abstract: An automatic flushing device for valve actuated toilets that is capable of being housed inside the toilet water tank (2), out of the user's sight. The conventional water supply valve system is not altered and the flush valve assembly (15) is actuated through floating means (20) arranged in such a way that, depending on the water levels inside tank (2), will urge the opening of the flush valve. When enough water has been drained out, the action of floating means (20) ceases and a tripping mechanism, that includes a shoe number (85) and shoulder (84), engages and locks floating means (20) thereby preventing from opening the flush valve again until the triggering mechanism is activated in response to the user removing his or her weight from the toilet seat.

Spraying device for use in toilet bowls

Abstract: A rectal sprayer for use in toilets having a toilet bowl and toilet seat, which sprayer includes a spray deflecting member located at the side of the toilet bowl at a position to which a spraying head is retracted following use. When in the retracted position the spraying head confronts the deflecting member which is adapted to deflect water, sprayed thereat by the spraying head, back toward the spraying head to effect the cleaning thereof.