US3829908A
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Knock-down commode device
Assignee: Temco Home Health Care Products Inc
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Filing: 1973-04-09
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Granted: 1974-08-20
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Expires: 1993-04-09
Abstract
Abstract A knock-down commode device which may be packaged for shipment in a fraction of the dimensions of a conventional commode device, effectuating substantial savings in shipping costs and thus in the cost of the commode to the ultimate user. The commode may be shipped in knock-down form and may pursuant to the invention, be readily and sturdily assembled, without use of any special tools or skills. The commode device comprises a basic unit to receive the commode chamber, which may be packaged therewith and extension members to be connected to the commode unit to form therewith a complete commode of longer leg length. The commode of the invention is rugged and durable and is designed to be long lasting, safe, reliable and trouble free in use.
Inventors
- 👤 M Thomas
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 09:36
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47K; A47K11/00; A47K11/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
149 words
A knock-down device for supporting a commode, said device comprising a pair of inverted U shaped side frame portions, each side frame portion comprising a pair of depending, short leg receiving portions and a portion interconnecting said leg receiving portions; and a back portion interconnecting said side frame portions and maintaining said side frame portions in parallel relation, an elongated member interconnecting the forwardly disposed leg receiving portions opposite said back portion and a second elongated member interconnecting the rearwardly disposed leg receiving portions adjacent said back portion, means extending between said elongated members for supporting said commode; extension leg members and means for separably coupling said leg members to said leg receiving portions; whereby said leg members may be separated from said leg receiving portions to allow packaging of said device in a carton having one minimal dimension measured by the length of said short leg receiving portions.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
149 words
A knock-down device for supporting a commode, said device comprising a pair of inverted U shaped side frame portions, each side frame portion comprising a pair of depending, short leg receiving portions and a portion interconnecting said leg receiving portions; and a back portion interconnecting said side frame portions and maintaining said side frame portions in parallel relation, an elongated member interconnecting the forwardly disposed leg receiving portions opposite said back portion and a second elongated member interconnecting the rearwardly disposed leg receiving portions adjacent said back portion, means extending between said elongated members for supporting said commode; extension leg members and means for separably coupling said leg members to said leg receiving portions; whereby said leg members may be separated from said leg receiving portions to allow packaging of said device in a carton having one minimal dimension measured by the length of said short leg receiving portions.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
A device as in claim 1 wherein the opposite end portions of said elongated members are located adjacent the lower ends of said leg receiving portions.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
A device as in claim 1 wherein said back portion comprises a U shaped member having parallel leg portions, and means connecting said leg portions to the portions interconnecting the leg receiving portions of said side frame portions.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
52 words
A device as in claim 1 wherein said leg members and said leg receiving portions includes means telescopically and adjustably related to each other, and coating latch means on said leg members and said leg receiving portions for retaining said leg members and leg receiving portions in adjusted relation to each other.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-08-19 | 1978-02-18 | 1978-08-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-08-19 | 1982-02-18 | 1982-08-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-08-19 | 1986-02-18 | 1986-08-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |