ADDITIONAL SECOND TAP OUTLET

SECOND BEC AUXILIAIRE DE ROBINET

English Abstract

The invention relates to a supplementary second faucet spout for standard tap
valves, single-hand mixer faucets, or two-hand mixer faucets, for dispensing
hot or cold tap water or other suitable liquids and which can be adapted for
dispensing soda-water other liquids.

French Abstract

L'invention concerne un second bec auxiliaire de robinet prévu pour robinets de prise normaux, mitigeurs à manipulation d'une seule main ou pour mitigeurs à commande bimanuelle, avec eau chaude et eau froide ou d'autres liquides appropriés. Ce second bec auxiliaire présente également une possibilité d'adaptation pour soutirer de l'eau de Seltz ou d'autres liquides.

Claims

Claims
1) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. For conventional tap valves (single-handed mixer taps
(7)(24), or double-handed mixer taps (not illustrated in a drawing).
2) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-2 characterized thereby that:
Each single-handed mixer tap (tap valve)(7)(24) and each double-handed mixer
tap with or without pivoted tap outlet (20) can be retrofitted.
3) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-3 characterized thereby that:
The tap valve or the single-handed mixer tap (7)(24) also comprises a
connection
for connection to a dishwasher or washing machine.
4) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-4 characterized thereby that:
The mixer taps, single-handed mixer taps (7)(24), or the double-handed mixer
tap
also with pivoted tap outlet (20) to be retrofitted, can be mounted on the
additional
second tap outlet,
5) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-5 characterized thereby that:
The novel second tap outlet is designed in such a way that the supply conduits
(14)(15) for the armatures (tap valves) that are to be retrofitted are
dimensioned to
pass through this.
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6) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-6 characterized thereby that:
The adapter (1) can be secured using the fastening components of the existing
single-handed mixer tap (7)(24), tap valve, or the double-handed mixer tap and
pivoted tap outlet (20).
7) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-7 characterized thereby that:
That also new fastening components can be used to secure the adapter (1) to a
single-handed mixer tap (7)(24), to tap valves, or also to double-handed mixer
tap
with pivoted tap outlet (20).
8) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-8 characterized thereby that:
The adapter (1) having an integral tap outlet (3)(10) is designed in such a
way that
the supply conduit passes through this.
9) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-9 characterized thereby that:
The adapter (1) serves exclusively as the mounting means for the second tap
outlet (3)(10).
10) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-10 characterized thereby that:
The adapter (1) and the tap outlet (3)(10) are made of a material of
construction
suitable for foodstuffs.
11) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-11 characterized thereby that:
The adapter (1) has its own fastening means (not illustrated in a drawing).
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12) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-12 characterized thereby that:
The adapter (1) and the tap outlet (3)(10) can be configured as a single part.
13) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-13 characterized thereby that:
The adapters or conduit extensions for the supply conduits (14)(15) of the
existing
armature (tap valve) can be used.
14) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-14 characterized thereby that:
In the case of using the adapter (1) with a tap valve or a single-handed lever
mixer
tap (7)(24) as well as also a double-handed lever mixer tap there can
generally be
used pivoted tap outlets (20) and the manner of use and function remains the
same.
15) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-15 characterized thereby that:
The tap outlet (3)(10) comprises an integral compensator (12).
16) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-16 characterized thereby that:
The adjustment and shifting means (11) comprises a position attitude that can
be
sensed by a user.
17) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-17 characterized thereby that:
The compensator (12) has a conical configuration.
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18) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-18 characterized thereby that:
The compensator (12) has a configuration other than a conical configuration.
19) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-19 characterized thereby that:
In the case of a conical compensator (12) the guide (13) for the compensator
is
configured cynically and in fitting manner in reference to the compensator
(12).
20) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-20 characterized thereby that:
The guide (13) for the compensator is utilized as a channel permitting passage
for
soda water to the tap outlet (3)(10).
21) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-21 characterized thereby that:
The possibility exists that other refreshments can be dispensed (not
illustrated in a
drawing).
22) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-22 characterized thereby that:
The possibility exists that filtered tap water (liquids) can be dispensed (not
illustrated in a drawing).
23) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-23 characterized thereby that:
The possibility exists that the tap water is filtered prior to conversion into
soda
water (not illustrated in a drawing).
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24) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-24 characterized thereby that:
The tap water (liquids) are filtered and purified prior to conversion into
soda water
(not illustrated in a drawing).
25) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-25 characterized thereby that:
The tap water (liquids) is filtered, purified and also cooled, prior to
conversion into
soda water (not illustrated in a drawing).
26) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1 26 characterized thereby that:
The tap water (liquids) is cooled prior to conversion into soda water (not
illustrated
in a drawing).
27) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-27 characterised thereby that:
The preferred cooler for cooling tap water is a flow-through cooler (not
illustrated in
a drawing).
28) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-28 characterized thereby that:
All types of tap valves comprise their function independently of the adapter
(1) with
additional tap outlet (3)(10) (not illustrated in a drawing).
29) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-29 characterized thereby that:
A single-handed lever mixer tap (7)(24) functions independently of the adapter
(1)
with the tap outlet (3)(10) (not illustrated in a drawing).
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30) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-30 characterized thereby that:
A double-handed mixer tap functions independently of the adapter (1) with the
tap
outlet (3)(10) (not illustrated in a drawing).
31) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-31 characterized thereby that:
The tap outlet (3)(10) is independent of the tap outlet (3)(10).
32) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-32 characterized thereby that:
The tap outlet (3)(10) is independent of the adapter (1).
33) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-33 characterized thereby that:
The adapter (1) with tap outlet (3)(10) is fixedly integrated in a tap valve
having at
least one cold water inlet conduit (not illustrated in a drawing).
34) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-34 characterized thereby that:
The adapter (1) with tap outlet (3)(10) is fixedly integrated with a single-
handed
mixer tap (7)(24) having at least one cold water inlet conduit (14).
35) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-35 characterized thereby that:
The adapter (1) with tap outlet (3)(10) is fixedly integrated with a double-
handed
mixer tap having at least one cold water inlet conduit (14) (not illustrated
in a
drawing).
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36) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-36 characterized thereby that:
All aforementioned tap valves are equipped at least with one cold water inlet
conduit and a compensator (4)(12) (not illustrated in a drawing).
37) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-37 characterized thereby that:
All doubled-handed and single-handed mixer taps (7)(24) are selectively
equipped
with a compensator (4)(12).
38) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-38 characterized thereby that:
All tap valves comprise at least one cold water inlet conduit (14) and a
compensator (4)(12) is integrated in the second tap outlet.
39) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-39 characterized thereby that:
All single-handed mixer taps (7)(24) have at least one cold water inlet
conduit (14)
and in the second tap outlet (3)(10) can have an integrated compensator.
40) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-40 characterized thereby that:
All tap valves, armatures for wash stands, single-handed lever mixer taps
(7)(24)
and double-handed mixer taps having at least one cold water inlet conduit and
a
compensator(4)(12) which compensator has a mechanical closing and opening
means (11) for the stream of Liquid (soda water).
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41) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-41 characterized thereby that:
All tap valves and single-handed mixer taps (T)(24) or double-handed mixer
taps
(not illustrated in a drawing) comprise an adjustable (11) compensator
(4)(12),
which compensator allows to remove various soda water qualities by way of the
tap outlet (3)(10)(8)(20) and to use this mechanical adjustment means (11)
also
serves to open and close the compensator (4)(12) for the tap outlet
(3)(10)(8)(20)
(partially not illustrated in a drawing).
42) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-42 characterized thereby that:
All tap valves with the second tap outlet (3)(10), or by way of the standard
tap
outlet (8)(20) can be used to dispense filtered, purified, cooled soda water.
43) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-43 characterized thereby that:
The compensator (4)(12) can be replaced by another system.
44) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-44 characterized thereby that;
The tap outlet (3)(10)(8)(20) can be divided.
45) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-45 characterized thereby that:
The compensator (4)(12) can be fixedly integrated based on the type of the
installation with the tap outlet (3)(10)(8)(20).
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46) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-46 characterized thereby that:
The tap outlet (3)(10(80(20) is equipped with a flexible conduit (6) to the
mixing
system, or to a rigid conduit (partially not shown in a drawing).
47) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-47 characterized thereby that:
The flexible conduit (6) can be connected to the tap outlet (3)(10)(8)(20) by
way of
a threaded connection or by way of a squeeze connection.
48) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-48 characterized thereby that:
The flexible conduit (6) is configured to be attached by threading or
squeezing
between the tap outlet (3)(10)(8)(20) and the mixing system for the
preparation of
soda water.
49) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-49 characterized thereby that:
A weight (not illustrated in a drawing) is secured to the flexible conduit
(6).
50) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-50 characterized thereby that:
The requirement for a liquid (tap water) and the supply of CO2 for the mixing
system (sieve mixer) so as to produce soda water is arranged at the adapter
(1)
for control of the two components.
51) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-51 characterized thereby that:
The supply of CO2 to the tap outlet (3)(10)(8)(20) can be carried out in a
mechanical manner outside of the adapter (1).

52) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-52 characterized thereby that:
The requirement for liquid (tap water) as well as the requirement for CO2 can
be
carried out to produce soda water and dispensed via the tap outlet
(3)(1)(8)(20) by
means of the operating lever (9) (not illustrated in a drawing).
53) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water, According to claim 1-53 characterized thereby that:
The requirement for liquid (tap water) and the requirement for CO2 for the
production of soda water, in the case of all types of tap valves, double-
handed
mixer taps as well as single-handed mixer taps (7)(24) can take its course by
way
of the cold water operation (not illustrated in a drawing).
54) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-54 characterized thereby that:
The adapter (1) is designed as a separate tap valve with the tap outlet
(3)(10) (not
illustrated in a drawing).
55) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-55 characterized thereby that:
The supply of liquid (tap water) and the supply of CO2 and the control in the
case
of a single-handed lever mixer (7)(24) far the mixing system so as to remove
soda
water by way of the tap outlet (3)(10)(8)(20), can be accomplished by use with
a
cartridge control or other systems (not illustrated in a drawing).
56) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-56 characterized thereby that:
One can provide a venturi arrangement in front of the mixing system for the
production of soda water (not illustrated in a drawing).
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57) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-57 characterized thereby that:
The venturi arrangement can be connected to a source of CO2 (not illustrated
in a
drawing).
58) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-58 characterized thereby that:
The venturi arrangement comprises a connection for connection to a source of
liquid (tap water) (not illustrated in a drawing).
59) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-59 characterized thereby that:
A static sieve mixer can be used (not illustrated in a drawing).
60) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-60 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer can be comprised of individual round sieve elements (not
illustrated in a drawing).
61) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-61 characterized thereby that:
The individual sieves may also be oval (not illustrated in a drawing).
62) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-62 characterized thereby that:
The individual sieves have a projection which serves to provide a separation
to the
adjacent sieve (not illustrated in a drawing).
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63) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-63 characterized thereby that:
The individual sieves comprise a rubberized edge which may serve to provide a
separation element to the adjacent sieve (not illustrated in a drawing).
64) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-64 characterized thereby that:
The individual sieves which are necessary for a static sieve mixer can be
maintained in separate relationship by distance elements between the
individual
sieves (not illustrated in a drawing).
65) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-65 characterized thereby that:
The separation can comprise a full integration of the required sieves for a
sieve
mixer (not illustrated in a drawing).
66) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-66 characterized thereby that:
The sieves in conformity with their use have a matching mesh size (not
illustrated
in a drawing).
67) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-67 characterized thereby that:
The sieves may be replaced by sieve-like elements (not illustrated in a
drawing).
68) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-68 characterized thereby that:
The individual sieve elements are integrated in a matching hollow body (tube)
(not
illustrated in a drawing).
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69) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-69 characterized thereby that:
The materials of construction are suitable for foodstuffs (not illustrated in
a
drawing).
70) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-70 characterized thereby that:
There is provided an integrated filter in the sieve mixer (not illustrated in
a
drawing).
71) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-71 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer has a screw-threaded opening means for cleaning of the sieve
elements and of the filter (not illustrated in a drawing),
72) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-56 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer has a connection means for connection to the conduit (6), or
to
others (not illustrated in a drawing).
73) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-73 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer can comprise an integrated compensator (4)(12) (not
illustrated in
a drawing).
74) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-74 characterized thereby that:
Use may be made of the known posmix system and the primex system (not
illustrated in a drawing).
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75) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-75 characterized thereby that:
A pressure reducing element for CO2 is present, which ensures the supply of
CO2
of the mixing system (not illustrated in a drawing).
76) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-76 characterized thereby that:
The supply conduit for CO2 can be flexible between the CO2 pressure reducing
element and the mixing system (not illustrated in a drawing).
77) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-77 characterized thereby that:
The supply conduit between the CO2 pressure reducing element and the mixing
system (sieve mixer) has connection means (not illustrated in a drawing).
78) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-78 characterized thereby that:
The CO2 pressure reducing element comprises a connection means for a CO2
supply container which is disposed at an angle of 90 degrees in the downward
direction (not illustrated in a drawing).
79) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-79 characterized thereby that:
The 90 degrees angular disposition for the CO2 pressure reducing element can
be
accomplished by an adapter (not illustrated in a drawing).
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80) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water, According to claim 1-80 characterized thereby that:
The connection means for the CO2 container at the CO2 pressure reducing
element has a special configuration such that only a special bottle valve can
be
matchingly fitted to it (not illustrated in a drawing).
81) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-81 characterized thereby that:
There may be provided an adapter means so as to ensure the re-filling of the
CO2
containers, which comprise the special valve (not illustrated in a drawing).
82) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-82 characterized thereby that:
There is present a safety holder for the CO2 container (not illustrated in a
drawing).
83) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-83 characterized thereby that:
The CO2 pressure reducing element comprises an integrated mounting unit (not
illustrated in a drawing).
84) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-84 characterized thereby that:
The mounting unit for the CO2 pressure reducing element may be a separate
element (not illustrated in a drawing).
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85) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-85 characterized thereby that:
The static sieve mixer can also be utilized in purification of and preparation
of
waste water (not illustrated in a drawing).
86) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-86 characterized thereby that:
The static sieve mixer can also be configured in a mechanical embodiment
configuration (not illustrated in a drawing).
87) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-87 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer can also mix liquids other than CO2, Not illustrated in a
drawing.
88) An additional second tap outlet (3)(1D) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-88 characterized thereby that:
The static or mechanical sieve mixer is also configured to mix gases other
than
CO2 with liquids (intermixing). Not illustrated in a drawing.
89) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-89 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer is also used in dispensing installations which also produce
refreshment liquids. Not illustrated in a drawing.
90) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-90 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer can be utilized in agriculture. Not illustrated in a drawing.
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91) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-91 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer can generally be utilized in greenhouses for watering
vegetables.
Not illustrated in a drawing.
92) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-92 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer can be utilized in greenhouses for watering plants and
flowers.
Not illustrated in a drawing.
93) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-93 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer can generally also be employed in industrial applications. Not
illustrated in a drawing.
94) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-94 characterized thereby that:
The sieve mixer can generally also be used in the catalysis technology
applications for motor vehicles. Not illustrated in a drawing.
95) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-95 characterized thereby that:
For the liquids (tap water) for the adapter (1) with tap outlet (3)(10)(8)(20)
a gas
and liquid check valve is required for the supply conduits Partially not
illustrated in
a drawing.
96) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-96 characterized thereby that:
The required pressure reducing element for CO2 or other gases has an
integrated
overpressure valve. Not illustrated in a drawing.
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97) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-97 characterized thereby that:
Other systems can be used, which are equivalent to a CO2 or other gas
overpressure limiter. Not illustrated in a drawing.
98) An additional second tap outlet (3}(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-98 characterized thereby that:
The replacement cartridges for the CO2 container, which supply the mixing
system
for the adapter (1) with the tap outlets (3)(10) with CO2, may comprise a
filling
volume of between 50 grams and 1 kilogram of CO2. Partially not illustrated in
a
drawing.
99) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so as
to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-89 characterized thereby that:
The replacement cartridges for the CO2 container, which supply the mixing
system
to produce soda water and which dispense via the tap outlets (3)(10)(8)(20)
supply
comprise a filling volume of between 50 grams and 1 kilogram. Not illustrated
in a
drawing.
100) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-100 characterized thereby
that:
The CO2 cartridges may not be refilled. Not illustrated in a drawing.
101) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-101 characterized thereby
that:
a flow-through cooler for the adapter (1) is employed with the tap outlets
(3)(10)(8)(20) via the conduits (6)(23)(14)(15). Not illustrated in a drawing.
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102) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-102 characterized thereby
that:
The sieves of the sieve mixer need not have definitive mesh arrangement during
assembly of a sieve mixer. Not illustrated in a drawing.
103) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-103 characterized thereby
that:
As required and depending on application type of the sieve mixer a certain
sequence of the mesh agreement can be maintained during assembly of a sieve
mixer. Not illustrated in a drawing.
104) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water, According to claim 1-104 characterized thereby
that:
There is the option for an adapter means (19).
105) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-105 characterized thereby
that:
The system used to produce soda water and via the adapter (1) and the tap
outlets (3)(10)(8)(20), as over operating elements (9)(11) this is ensured in
the
flowing stream. Partially not illustrated in a drawing.
106) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water, According to claim 1-106 characterized thereby
that:
The tip of the compensator (4)(12) is integrated in a seal body, which is
designed
to seal gas and water in the tap outlet (3)(10)(8)(20). Partially not
illustrated in a
drawing.
107) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-107 characterized thereby
that:
The seal body (not illustrated in a drawing) can be replaced.
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108) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-108 characterized thereby
that:
The separating means (1B) from the tap outlets (3)(10)(8)(20) can have a seal.
109) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-109 characterized thereby
that:
The adapter (1) or the tap outlet mounting (22) for the tap outlets (3)(10)
can also
be arranged atop the tap outlet (8)(20).
110) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-110 characterized thereby
that:
The adapter (1) or the tap outlet mounting (22) may be pivotable,
111) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-111 characterized thereby
that:
The connection means between the CO2 pressure reducing element and CO2
supply container can be accomplished by way of a flexible conduit (not
illustrated
in a drawing).
112) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-112 characterized thereby
that:
The connections from the flexible conduit for the CO2 pressure reducing
element
and the CO2 supply container comprise special connection means tuned to the
CO2 pressure reducing element and the CO2 supply container (not illustrated in
a
drawing).
113) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-113 characterized thereby
that:
The CO2 pressure reducing element (39) is equipped with an integrated flow-
through controller (40).
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114) An additional second tap outlet (3)(10) with the option of an adapter (1)
so
as to dispense soda water. According to claim 1-114 characterized thereby
that:
The CO2 pressure reducing element (39) is equipped with an integrated flow-
through controller (40) with integrated blow-back limiter (40).
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ADDITIONAL SECOND TAP OUTLET
Description
The invention relates to a method to equip standard tap valves (mixing
faucets,
single-handed mixer taps, or double-handed lever mixer taps) with a second tap
outlet, so as to afford the opportunity to dispense soda water or refreshment
drinks
by way of the additional second tap.
It is known that one can dispense soda water and refreshment drinks by way of
a
tap valve. The novelty of the invention resides therein that by means of the
new
second tap outlet one can rebuild, for example, a standard kitchen
fittinglfaucet in
such a way that it will be possible, at the location where the standard faucet
is
located (in most instances in the region of the wash basin) now at this
location,
through the instailatfon of the second tap outlet, most often beneath the
customary
tap outlet, one can dispense soda water and refreshment drinks by way of the
additional second tap outlet.
This method of dispensing soda water by way of the novel second tap outlet has
substantially no connection with the customary tap outlet, excepting that the
two
tap outlets from one cold water source with cold water. '''
The invention provides the accomplishments described in the following.
The standard tap location (mixing faucet) (not illustrated in a drawing) is
disconnected (release of the screw-thread connection) from the water supply,
comprising hot water supply and cold water supply and, as required, also from
the
supply conduit for dishwashers and washing machines.
Next, provision is made, in accordance with a solution afforded by the
invention,
the hove! second tap outlet is mounted in the location above the opening where
previously the old tap valve (mixing faucet) was installed, such that the
novel
additional tap outlet is positioned in first place above the opening
(illustrated in a
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drawing).
This is accomplished in accordance with the invention, that the additional tap
outlet is designed in such a way that sufficient room is available for the
supply
lines for the novel tap outlet, and also for the old fitting (tap valve), as
well as for
the mounting pieces at the former tap location, which may be understood to
comprise an empty sleeve with integrated tap outlet.
The aforementioned empty sleeve may also be designed in such a way, and this
is
accomplished in accordance with the invention thereby that this sleeve, which
may
be made of metal or another material, comprises an integrated mounting means
for a tap outlet, such that the mentioned tap outlet can be removed from this
mounting means, and it is used in this manner as mounting means for the tap
outlet.
In order that the additional second tap outlet is fixedly and securely
positioned at
that location, in accordance with the invention provision is made that this
second
tap outlet has its own mounting means, or it is securely mounted by the
existing
mounting means of the former tap location (mixing faucet).
This is provided by the invention in such a way that the novel second tap
outlet, -'~
which is for the purpose of dispensing soda water and refreshment drinks, is
placed atop the existing opening for the conventional tap valve (mixing
faucet)
present in the work plate or in the wash basin, and the ofd tap valve is
placed atop
of this.
8y making use of the existing mounting parts, in accordance with provisions of
the
invention, one can also use new mounting parts which are matched to the ald
fitting and to the novel second tap outlet.
Such a mounting ensures a secure mounting of the novel tap outlet.
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Furthermore, the invention provides that the supply conduits for the former
tap
valve (mixing faucet) are replaced with adapter conduits, or also with new
conduits, in the event that they are now too short because of the installation
of the
second tap outlet (not illustrated in a drawing).
In the case of tap valves that have a pivotable tap outlet, the invention
contemplates that the rigid connection, between the fitting and the novel
second
tap outlet, which serves to dispense soda water and refreshment drinks, and
the
work plate (wash basin) is given in such a way that the former tap valve can
utilize
again, independently of the second tap outlet, the pivoting function of the
farmer
tap outlet (not illustrated in a drawing).
The novel second tap outlet comprises a specialty which is provided by the
invention thereby that the tap outlet, which serves to dispense soda water and
refreshment drinks or solely for filtered or purified tap water, comprises an
integrated compensator.
This compensator has then also the function to provide for the closing and
opening
effected by the user.
The invention also provides that the compensator is to be utilized in the tap
outlet ~'~ '
anteriorly with respect to the means for dispensing soda water, purified tap
water
or refreshment drinks, by way of a mechanical actuation, which is seated at
the tap
outlet, for actuation of the compensator cylinder, which may also be conical,
so as
to manipulate the mentioned cylinder for opening or closing the passage for
the
stream of liquid.
It was also found in the context of the invention that the opportunity is
provided to
move the compensator (conical cylinder or a cylinder not being conical, which
preferably is made of a material suitable for foodstuffs, for example, VA-
steel) in a
mechanical manner (other movement types are feasible) in the directions with
the
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flow of liquid to the tap outlet or in countercurrent mode with respect to the
stream
of liquid.
By way of such utilization mode of the compensator there is now afforded
regulation of the throughput quantity of the liquids (soda water).
The advantage which is provided by the invention in such a way that the user
of
the novel second tap outlet (or also as individual standalone tap outlet), by
way of
various adjustment options of the compensator (cylinder with a matching
cylinder
guide), is afforded the possibility to dispense different soda water qualities
by way
of the tap outlet.
A further configuration of the novel second tap outlet (this applies generally
to the
tap outlet), which is solved by the invention in such a way that the tap
outlet with
integrated compensator and actuation means to effect closing and opening , as
well as the control of liquid volume throughput be comprised of two parts, a
mounting element and a removable tap outlet with integrated moveable
compensator, anteriorly in the vicinity of the tap outlet.
A further object of the movable and removable tap outlet in removing the tap
outlet
from the mounting which applies to the formerly installed tap valve (mixing
faucet) ' "
is solved by the invention in such a way that the novel tap outlet is provided
with a
flexible conduit which conduit permits to remove the tap outlet from its
mounting,
whereupon the user of the novel tap outlet is afforded the opportunity to
dispense
his refreshments, soda water or refreshment drinks, as well as filtered or
purified
tap water, into containers (bottles, glasses), also some distance away from
the
wash basin region (not illustrated in a drawing).
A further variation is accomplished is by the invention in such a way that the
aforementioned constructive solutions and applications of the additional
second
tap outlet is already, by way of structure, at one dispensing location
integrated with
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at least one cold water inlet conduit, that is, a complete unit, but with
different
functions, that is, only cold water and soda water, as well as refreshment
drinks, or
filtered and purified tap water (not illustrated in a drawin~), or as single-
handed
mixing faucet in connection with the second tap outlet for soda water and
refreshment drinks, but also as double-handed mixing faucet also with the
second
tap outlet which have, of course, a compensator integrated in the tap outlet
or a
cylinder mechanically moveable or fixedly installed.
A further variant is accomplished by the invention thereby that in the
vicinity of the
second tap outlet there is provided a mechanical operating element so as to
achieve the COz stream in the direction of the system, so as to produce soda
water or refreshment drinks, and this system affords the possibility to
dispense the
desired drinks by way of the novel tap outlet, this possibility can also be
applicable
for the required liquids (tap water).
A further variant of the invention is accomplished thereby that the
requirement of
tap water (liquids), so as to make, by use of C02, soda water and refreshment
drinks, the required quantity of liquid (tap water) is addressed by actuation,
for
example, in the case of a single-handed lever mixing faucet, tv dispense a
sufficient quantity of tap water as required for making soda water; there is
then to ~'~'
be provided a design in such a way that, via the single-handed operating
element,
which is also responsible for the delivery of cold water, hot water and mixed
water,
in a new position, which is otherwise not available, by way of the new
position, it is
made possible to supply the requirement of water (liquids) for the supply for
the
system, so that it becomes possible to particularly make soda water, and also
by
way of a static mixer (not illustrated in a drawing).
So as to achieve a release and the closing of the water stream by way of
single-
handed lever mixing faucet, which allows the supply for production of soda
water
(or filtered and purified tap water) in the case of a cartridge system, or
other
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systems, for the release and closing, possibilities need to be applied by
novel
systems.
This is also applicable for double-handed lever rnixing faucets (not
illustrated in a
drawing).
The installation option so as to install the compensator (cylinder) in the
novel
second tap outlet (single-handed tap outlet) is provided in accordance with
the
invention as described in the following. The tap outlet to be used, which tap
outlet
comprises a compensator, is manufactured in such a way that this tap outlet
can
be separated into two parts, this can be accomplished by a threaded or screw-
type
connection in connection with a flexible seal material which is also gas-
tight. The
lower part of the tap outlet, in the direction of the tap outlet, is designed
so that, in
the case of a conical cylinder, the inner cylinder guide is matchingly
sonically to
the cylinder within the tap outlet, with the preferred material of
construction for the
tap outlet being suitable for foodstuffs (not illustrated in a drawing.
For dispensing by way of the novel tap outlet with integrated compensator it
is
necessary, and this is accomplished in accordance with the invention by a
screw-
thread possibility to secure a supply conduit (this connection may also
comprise a
squeeze-type connection) at the tap outlet.
The supply conduit may be a flexible conduit.
In the case of a tap outlet with integrated compensator (this embodiment may
also
entail an embodiment not having a compensatory which can possibly be removed
from its mounting at the tap valve (mixing faucet, mixing armature) for
filling with
soda water or refreshment drinks, it is possible to provide a weight, between
the
tap outlet and the mixing system (static mixer), at the supply conduit, which
weight
makes it easier for the user of the tap outlet, upon completion of the
dispensing
operation, to return the tap outlet to its mounting.
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So as to integrate a necessary venturi in the mixing system in order to
provid~, by
way of the novel tap outlet with integrated compensator, the possibility of a
mechanical adjustment, in accordance with a solution of the invention, the
venturi
is designed in such a way that there is provided the possibility of a
connection for
a supply conduit for C02 for the mixing system so as to produce soda water
(not
illustrated in a drawing).
When use is made of a static mixer the invention provides that the supply
conduit,
which leads to the tap outlet, is connected by way of a screw threaded or
squeeze-type connection with the static mixer in the direction of the tap
outlet.
In the next step the static mixer (or another mixing system for the production
of
soda water) in the case of using a venturi, this can also be secured, in the
direction of the tap outlet by way of screw threaded connections or squeeze-
type
connections to the mixing system (static mixer) (not illustrated in a
drawing).
Also when using a venturi (which need not be used when appropriate) the supply
of liquid for the mixing system can be by way of a T-piece when for the
required
C02 supply for the mixing system a connection means is present and in
accordance with the invention there is provided the following solution. The
venturi,
... .
as required, at the main cold water supply conduit, which is also used for the
cold
water supply for the standard tap valve (mixing faucet), is provided with a
new
double-acting check valve which is disposed on the tap water supply side, for
the
production of soda water, and a non-return valve, but other systems appear
possible, Provisions need to be made to ensure that, in the case of the closed
soda water system, absolutely no CO2 gas can reach the main water supply
conduit, or into the standard fitting. Thus, the non-return system needs to be
gas-
tight, and this non-return system also needs to be employed on the gas side
(not
illustrated in a drawing).
C02 is a requirement for the production of soda water. This requirement is
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addressed by the invention thereby that there is provided, at the mixing
system
which is connected to the novel tap outlet for the production of soda water
having
a constant good soda water quality, a constant COZ pressure, and a constant
C02
throughput quantity.
For this, there is required a COZ pressure reducing element with control of
the
throughput quantity.
the required C02 pressure reducing element can in this way also be used as
limiter of overpressure. This is addressed by the invention in such a way that
the
required C02 pressure reducing element has an installed vverpressure valve.
This overpressure valve, as required, can be adjustable to various
overpressure
functions.
At this mentioned C02 pressure reducing element can be integrated a mounting
which serves the purpose that the pressure reducing element can be connected
by
a screw-thread connection at the lower portion of the rinsing table, or at the
wall
work, by way of a secure mounting (not illustrated in a drawing).
For the supply of the pressure reducing element with CO2, which is necessary
to
produce soda water, there is required a container for C02. This is addressed
by
the invention thereby that the connection of the pressure reducing element for
C02
is directed 90 degrees downwardly and it comprises a screw thread type of
connection. However, other possible aannection means are applicable.
C02 containers without riser tube need to be removed m upright attitude. This
is
attained by the invention in such a way that it is possible the COz container
by way
of the matching connecting means from the COZ container which is adapted to
the
connection means of the C02 pressure reducing element.
Through downward angling by 90 degrees, an upright removal of C02 from the
CO2 container is assured. Since the C02 pressure reducing element is connected
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by way of a screw-thread connection, there is also provided a secure
positioning
for the COz container (not illustrated in a drawing).
The COZ containers (cartridges) can be refilled. This is solved by the
invention
thereby that the replacement C02 containers (cylinders) can be obtained
without
difficulties by way of a mail-order system by any user of the novel tap outlet
which
affords the production and dispensing of soda water, or refreshment drinks, to
thereby obtain a replacement cylinder with C02 without problems.
In the case where the mixing system to produce soda water comprises a static
mixer, this can be conceptualized in such a way that it serves simultaneously
as
tap water Biter or purifier. By way of one possibility to open the static
mixer, this
can be cleaned, or equipped with new filters, as required, (not illustrated in
a
drawing).
In order to provide a filtration system, as required, ant~riorly of the system
for
dispensing soda water, by way of the novel tap outlet, there is provided by
the
invention the solution that a filtration system is provided ahead of the
introduction
of tap water (liquids in the mixing system), this may also be utilized for the
usual
cold water supply for the usual mixing faucet (tap valve) (not illustrated in
a
drawing).
An inventive solution was thus found. When the user of the novel tap outlet
with
integrated compensator (or also without compensatory desires cooled drinks
(soda
water or filtered tap water), a cooling apparatus (preferred is continuous
flow-
through cooling arrangement with integrated control timer for turning the
cooling
apparatus on and off) is provided ahead of the mentioned mixing system to
produce soda water, or also only tap water to be dispensed, as well as
filtered,
purified tap water (liquids) (not illustrated in a drawing).
In the case that other systems for the novel second tap outlet are to be used
which
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would allow to make soda water, this is solved by the invention thereby that
the
novel second tap outlet is applied to the respective system so that it
accomplishes
the production of soda water, and one is able to dispense, via the novel tap
outlet,
soda water or refreshment drinks. There can be considered systems such as, for
example, the known methods such as Primex or Posmix; as well as the method,
as is also being used in the beverage industries, to introduce C02 via the
vacuum
to produce seltzer (soda water) using mineral waters.
In accordance with the invention there is provid~d a solution for a good and
high
COZ enrichment fn the tap water, when a static mixer is used, which is
configured
as described next: a specialty of this static mixer is that it is comprised of
individual
sieves such that the meshes of the individual sieved are disposed above one
another. The preferred configuration of the sieves are round, they may,
however,
have other shapes. For example, they may be oval, or as would be required in
respect of the C02 enrichment in the liquids (tap water), different sieve
strengths
and mesh sizes or bores can be utilized. There could also be used, if it
appears
necessary, between the necessary sieve elements which are necessary for the
sieve mixer, separation elements which are integrated with it, or each
individual
sieve has, by way of its configuration of the material of construction of the
sieve,
already a finished distance protrusion or bulge which takes the place of a
separating element. If distances need to be provided between the sieves, this
can
be attained by rubberizing of the individual sieve elements to provide a
separating
element with respect to the adjacent sieve within a mixing tube. The material
of
construction of the sieve must be such as to be suited for foodstuffs. For
example
VA steel, this applies also to the shroud in which the sieves are seated. The
number of sieves which are used in a static mixer, as well as the diameter of
the
individual sieves, as well as thickness of the sieve, and the mesh size need
to be
adapted to the pertaining application. Such a designed static mixer, as
described
in the foregoing, can also find other applications. For example: in the
purification
of waste water, the beverage industry, agronomy or horticulture, in
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for the watering of plants, vegetables, or various types of fruits. The static
mixer,
as described in the foregoing, can be employed to water trees that are
suffering
from diseases. There is given rise to the thought of applications in general
industrial applications of the static mixer as described in the foregoing;
this also
applies to the application as catalysis means in motor vehicles. The static
mixer
described in the foregoing can be used, depending on its configuration, in
connection with sieve elements for all types of gases, also those that need to
be
mixed, or in connection with liquids. It has also applicability in dispensing
arrangements for refreshment drinks, or also in the brewing of beer, or in
wineries,
and so as to produce soft drinks. But, also generally in the foodstuffs
industry. (not
illustrated in a drawing.)
It is the object of the present invention that the C02 pressure reducing
element,
which is required for removal of C02 from the C02 container, which container
can
be refilled upon emptying, can adjust the required C02 pressure by way of its
special connection means for the COZ container so that there is provided a
protection that unauthorized persons and firms can attend to refilling of the
container with C02. This applies particularly to the bottle valve of the C02
container which is being utilized. That is, no person or firm can, without
permission of the inventor of the present invention and the following patent
claims
relating to all patent claims which follow this in this patent application,
refill a
container. Thus, without the consent of the inventor, these C02 containers may
not be refilled. These claims serve to protect the above-mentioned invention,
which provides operation of the novel tap outlet so that an improper refilling
of the
C02 containers cannot take place. This applies particularly to an incorrect
filling
quantity (lower filling) (overfilling), and to the fact that also impure C02
gas has
already found its way into the production of soda water, If such infractions
are
experienced, this can give rise to a user's health damag~ in using the novel
tap
outlet, as well as great damage to the product. _
It is a further embodiment of the invention that there is provided an adapter
means
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when the mixing faucet singl~-handed or double-handed mixing faucet (tap
valve)
does not agree in the diameter, and this adapter can be used accordingly.
Further details of the invention can be found in the following detailed
description
and the appended drawings, in which preferred embodiments of the invention are
illustrated by way of example.
The drawing shows:
Figure 1: A schematic presentation of a single-handed mixing faucet with
integrated second tap outlet and installed campensator, which drawing also
indicates the adjustment possibility for the compensator, as well as the
possibility
to retrofit a mixing faucet, and to be equip this with a second tap outlet
with
integrated adjustable compensator. This will permit that a user of the novel
second tap outlet can dispense soda water, or refreshment drinks, but also
filtered
and purified and cooled tap water.
A retrofitted single-handed lever mixing faucet (7) is comprised of components
of
the former faucet (T) with a standard tap outlet (8), as well as an
illustrated single-
... ,
handed lever (9), as well as a conduit (15) for hot water for the mixing
faucet (7),
and a supply conduit (14) for cold water for the former mixing faucet (7),
furthermore a mounted adapter and mounting (1 ) for the novel tap outlet (10)
with
the compensator (12) and adjustment means (11) for the compensator (12), as
well as the integrated conical compensation guide (13). There is also
suggested
the means to separate the tap outlet (10) from the adapter (1), as well as the
conduit for the supply conduit for soda water (C) which allows the novel tap
outlet
(10) to dispense soda water. The opportunity that is provided by a separation
means (18) of the novel tap outlet (10) allows removal and installation of the
cvmpensator (12), in this it becomes necessary that there is assured an
adjustment means (11) for the compensator (12), and there needs to be
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addressed the option that it is removable and installable, and seals need to
be
provided for securement.
Figure 2: shows a schematic illustration of an adapter (1 ), which is
configured to
allow (a tap valve) mixing faucet (7) with a second tap outlet (3), (10) with
integrated compensator (12), or a fixedly installed cylinder (4) and
integrated
cylinder guide (5), or integrated compensator guide (13), as well as the
mounting
means (22) for the tap outlet (3), as well as separating means (21 ), as well
as the
supply conduit for soda water (6) so as to dispense soda water from the novel
tap
outlet (3), as well as the channel (24) that permits a flow, which leads to
the tap
outlet (3), (10).
Figure 3: illustrates an adapter (19) which is utilized in the event that the
adapter
diameter (1 ) having the novel second tap outlet (3), (10) is not in agreement
with
the mixing faucet (7) (tap valve).
The adapter (1 ) means with a tap outlet (3), (10) with integrated cylinder
(4) or
integrated compensator (12) and integrated adjustment means (11 ) for the
compensator (12) which serves therefore that a standard mixing faucet (7) is
replaced by the second tap outlet (3), (10) allows the user to dispense soda
water .~
from the additional second tap outlet (3), (10, but also refreshment drinks,
as well
as filtered and purified tap water, which may also be served in cooled manner.
The supply conduits (14) serve to supply the fitting (7); the supply conduit
(15)
serves to supply the fitting (7) (also double-handed mixing faucet) not
illustrated in
a drawing, with warm water. The conduit (16) that is used to supply soda water
(6)
serves to supply the navel tap outlet (3), (10) with soda water, or
refreshment
drinks, not illustrated in a drawing.
The fitting (7) shows a single-handed lever (9) mixing faucet (7) with
standard tap
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outlet (8), but also pivoted tap outlet (20), the tap outlet (8), (20) has
screwed onto
it a pelator (16). The novel second tap outlet (3), (10) is designed in such a
way
that it comprises the option of being separated (21 ), that the integrated
compensator (12) or the cylinder (4) can serve for installation or removal of
this.
As well, there is shown the means to utilize the operating element (11 ) for
the
compensator (12).
The novel tap outlet (10) has the means to remove the tap outlet (3), (10)
from the
mounting (22) so as to dispense at a distance away from the wash basin (not
illustrated in a drawing) and this is because the conduit (6), (23) is
designed in
such a way.
Figure 2: shows an adapter (1 ) with integrated tap outlet (3) which makes it
possible to dispense soda water. This adapter (1 ) can also be designed in
such a
way that it comprises the means of (6), (23), (13, (12), (11), 910, (18),
(17), (22),
(24), (19).
Figure 3: shows an adapter (19) means for the case that the former fitting (7)
does
not fit the adapter (1 ).
Figure 1: shows a complete single-handed lever mixer tap valve (24) with
integrated second tap outlet (3), (10) which serves to dispense soda water,
refreshment drinks or filtered and purified tap water (not illustrated in a
drawing).
There is now being given the means to separate the former fitting (7) from the
water supply (14) (15) as well, as required, from the supply conduits for a
dishwasher or washing machine (not illustrated in a drawing).
As next step, the former fitting (7) needs to be removed from the work plate
or the
wash basin (not illustrated in a drawing).
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After this, the adapter (1 ) can be placed at the location where the former
fitting (7)
was located (not illustrated in a drawing).
Next follows that the former fitting (7) is placed onto the adapter (1 ) and,
if
required, the adapter (19) is utilized.
Once this has been done, the former fitting (7) is secured with the existing
mounting elements. If necessary, new mounting elements need to be utilized
(not
illustrated in a drawing).
As next step there arises that the supply conduits (14)(15) of the former
fitting (7)
are reconnected to the supply system (not illustrated in a drawing).
By way of this type of assembly of the former fitting (7), the adapter (1 ) is
afforded
a secure retention with the novel tap outlet (3) (10).
Next the supply conduits (6)(23) are connected to the mixing system for the
production of soda water (not illustrated in a drawing).
When the complete assembly of both systems is completed, the user can now use
his former fitting (7) in customary manner.
Furthermore, he is now able, by way of the new second tap outlet (3)(10), to
dispense soda water and thus can also produce his production refreshment
drinks.
This would be independently of the former fitting (7) (not illustrated in a
drawing).
When using the second tap outlet (10), the user can himself also select, by
way of
the operating element (11 ) at the tap outlet (10) whether he wishes to
dispense a
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In the case of a water filter connected anteriorly, or an arrangement for the
purification of tap water, via the standard tap outlet (8)(20) tap water can
be
removed. Thls can also be done by way of the second tap outlet (3)(10).
If there is provided an anterior cooling arrangement at the second tap outlet
(3)(10)(24), the user can dispense cooled soda water, or refreshment drinks.
This
is also possible for tap water from a standard tap outlet (8)(20), however, as
required, this is not a necessity.
As required, the user of the novel second tap outlet (10) can remove the tap
outlet
(10) from the mounting (22) and can dispense drinks at a distance away from
the
wash basin (not illustrated in a drawing).
When use is made of the novel armature (7)(24) with integrated second tap
outlet
(3)(10) the aforementioned options remain.
The aforementioned application areas of the describe static mixer which is
comprised of individual sieves, or of sieve-like configuration (compare patent
.,...,
claims), apply (not illustrated in a drawing).
There exists the possibility to use the novel second tap outlet (3)(10) with
any tap
valve, or any mixing faucet, or it can be integrated with a standard tap
outlet
(8)(20) (not illustrated in a drawing).
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