US4099272A
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Bathing apparatus for invalids
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-06-16
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Granted: 1978-07-11
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Expires: 1997-06-16
Abstract
Abstract A perambulatory self-contained apparatus for facilitating care of invalids characterized by a narrow sit-down type bathtub mounted on casters. A lateral gate provides for easy access into the bathtub from ground level. Associated with the bathtub are a plurality of heated supply tanks, electrically powered pumps, mixing valves and conduits for selectively conveying liquids from the tanks or from the tub drainage outlet towards a shower ring or a hand-held spray unit.
Inventors
- 👤 Gene F. Sowder
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 00:55
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47K; A47K3/00; A47K3/006
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
148 words
A device for bathing invalid and elderly persons which comprises: - a mobile bathtub mounted on casters having a gate-like opening in one of its walls; - a door within said opening; - watertight means for securing the door within said opening; - at least one liquid supply tank; - a outlet at the bottom of said tank; - at least one liquid spraying means; - a drainage outlet at the bottom of the tub; - at least one valve for selectively connecting said spray means to one or more of said outlets; - conduit means between said spray means and said valve and between said valve and said outlets; - a pump for forcing liquid from said outlets through the conduits toward said valve; and - a movable console suspendable over the rim of the bathtub housing said pump and means for controlling said valve and pump.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
148 words
A device for bathing invalid and elderly persons which comprises: - a mobile bathtub mounted on casters having a gate-like opening in one of its walls; - a door within said opening; - watertight means for securing the door within said opening; - at least one liquid supply tank; - a outlet at the bottom of said tank; - at least one liquid spraying means; - a drainage outlet at the bottom of the tub; - at least one valve for selectively connecting said spray means to one or more of said outlets; - conduit means between said spray means and said valve and between said valve and said outlets; - a pump for forcing liquid from said outlets through the conduits toward said valve; and - a movable console suspendable over the rim of the bathtub housing said pump and means for controlling said valve and pump.
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) | 1981-07-10 | 1982-01-09 | 1982-07-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-07-10 | 1986-01-09 | 1986-07-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-07-10 | 1990-01-09 | 1990-07-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |