US3724666A
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Universal replaceable weir assembly
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-04-09
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Granted: 1973-04-03
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Expires: 1991-04-09
Abstract
Abstract A weir assembly for use in a swimming pool skimmer wherein the weir assembly includes individually replaceable components including a buoyant weir plate hingedly connected to an expandable anchor block mounted within the skimmer inlet, the various components of the weir assembly being constructed and arranged to be fabricated at the job site whereby the assembly is adapted to fit all types and makes of skimmers.
Inventors
- 👤 C Johnson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 19:09
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04H; E04H4/00; E04H4/12; E04H4/1209; E04H4/1272
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
111 words
A weir assembly for use in a swimming pool skimmer, comprising, a base fitting adapted to be supported on the bottom wall of a passageway formed in the pool wall and communicating with the water in a swimming pool, one end of the base fitting being adapted to abut a side wall of the passageway, an anchor block slidably mounted on the opposite end of the base fitting, jack screw means connected to the anchor block for moving the anchor block relative to the base support to abut the opposite side wall of the passageway, hinge means connected to said base fitting, and a weir panel connected to said hinge means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
111 words
A weir assembly for use in a swimming pool skimmer, comprising, a base fitting adapted to be supported on the bottom wall of a passageway formed in the pool wall and communicating with the water in a swimming pool, one end of the base fitting being adapted to abut a side wall of the passageway, an anchor block slidably mounted on the opposite end of the base fitting, jack screw means connected to the anchor block for moving the anchor block relative to the base support to abut the opposite side wall of the passageway, hinge means connected to said base fitting, and a weir panel connected to said hinge means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
68 words
A weir assembly according to claim 1 wherein the jack screw is disposed within the base fitting, a slot being formed in the end portion of the base fitting for receiving the anchor block, and a recess formed in the base fitting for receiving the actuating head of the jack screw, said recess forming an access openiNg for the insertion of a tool for turning the jack screw.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
A weir assembly according to claim 1, wherein friction pads are secured to the ends of the base fitting.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
54 words
A weir assembly according to claim 1, wherein the hinge means comprises, a hinge bracket secured to the base fitting, a plurality of spaced hinge sleeves connected to said hinge bracket, a plurality of spaced hinge sleeves connected to the edge of the weir panel, and a pintle extending through the complementary hinge sleeves.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
A weir assembly according to claim 1, wherein a plastic float is secured to the upper edge portion of the weir panel.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
33 words
A weir assembly according to claim 4, wherein a longitudinally extending side wall of the base fitting is formed with a concave surface for accommodating the hinge sleeves connected to the hinge bracket.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
43 words
A weir assembly according to claim 1, wherein direct-reading measurement indicia are contained on the base fitting, hinge means, and weir panel, whereby the various components of the assembly may be fabricated at the job site to fit in passageways of various dimensions.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
51 words
A weir assembly according to claim 7 wherein the measurement indicia comprises a plurality of transversely extending score lines spaced longitudinally at predetermined increments on the base fitting, hinge bracket and weir panel, and additional score lines being formed on the weir panel extending normal to the first mentioned score lines.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
20 words
A weir assembly according to claim 1 wherein the base fitting, hinge means and weir panel are constructed of plastic.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-04-02 | 1976-10-02 | 1977-04-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-04-02 | 1980-10-02 | 1981-04-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-04-02 | 1984-10-02 | 1985-04-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |