MECHANICAL INDICATOR SINK DRAIN PIPE SEPARATION WARNING SYSTEM

Abstract

The invention relates to a sink drain pipe disconnection warning system for mechanically notifying the user of the disconnection of the sink drain pipe from the connection, comprising a clamp (3) fixed to the drain pipe (10) connected to the drain outlet (2), a mechanical warning button (5) located on the countertop (4), a movable indicator part (6) that can move inside the button body (9), and a pull element (7) that provides mechanical movement transmission between the clamp (3) and the movable indicator part (6). When the drain pipe (10) disconnects from the drain outlet (2), the clamp (3) moves with the pipe, causing the pull element (7) to move and the movable indicator part (6) to move from its normal position to the warning position located under the countertop (4) surface, thus visually notifying the user of the disconnection without the need for electrical energy.

Description

1 TARIFF MECHANICAL INDICATOR SINK DRAIN PIPE DETACHMENT WARNING SYSTEM TECHNICAL FIELD The invention relates to drain and wastewater discharge systems used in sinks, particularly sink drains. the situation where the water pipe unintentionally comes out or separates from its connection point direct mechanical detection and wording without waiting for the leak to occur The issue is about visually notifying the user of the separation situation within their field of vision. This relates to the mechanical drain pipe separation warning system. 10 STATE OF THE ART Drainage systems used in sinks collect water that accumulates in the sink at the bottom of the sink. the discharge of water from the drain opening into the drain pipe and from there to the wastewater system. These drain pipes provide 15, depending on the structure of the plumbing and the area of ​​use. They can be rigid or flexible in structure and have various connecting, clamping or fastening elements. It is connected to the sink drain via this connection. Applying external force to the drain pipe during use, or to the cabinet under the sink Items placed inside touching the pipe, the connection not being tightened enough. This could be due to loosening of fasteners over time, assembly errors, or similar reasons. 20 Due to mechanical effects, the drain pipe partially or completely breaks down from the sink drain outlet. Separation may occur. If the drain pipe separates, it may detach from the sink. The discharged water cannot reach the wastewater system directly and ends up in the cabinet located under the sink. It can leak into the ground or other surrounding areas. The drain pipe and drain connection... because it is mostly located under the counter and out of the user's direct field of vision 25 This separation situation may be noticed by the user late, and as a result... Water-related material damage may occur. This technical issue is also present in the current draft. The drain pipe connection was out of sight and the separation was noticed late. It is defined through. Under the known state of the art, pipe connections must be correctly made and 30 various mechanical and visual measures to ensure the user understands that it has not been implemented There are indicator systems. In this context, the following were identified in the literature review: Patent document number US5829792A describes male and female pipe fittings. visually whether it has reached the predetermined locking and sealing position. A pipe connection arrangement that allows for control is described. The 35 in question... 2 in the arrangement, an indicator element that can move axially in the connection area and The user is informed that the pipe sections reach the correct locking position using a spring element. This is visually presented. However, the system in question is essentially pipe-based. Checking whether the parts reach the correct locking position during assembly. It is intended to be fixed, and if the pipe separates from the connection during use, 5 the transmission of the movement that occurs to an indicator located far from the connection area It is not directed towards that. In the current state of the art, there is also a certain mechanical event that occurs outside the field of vision. mechanical warning for transmitting the change to a remote display mechanism Their mechanisms are also known. In research conducted on this subject, we encountered 10... Patent document number US7044077B1 describes how pollutants present in a liquid can be identified using specific methods. The movement created by a float as a result of reaching the level of the cable via a mechanical trigger mechanism and a spring-activated visible warning The activation of the indicator is explained. This document describes the need for electrical energy. Transmission of mechanical movement via cable without hearing and remote visual warning 15 Although its creation is known, the system physically involves a connection point of a pipe. It is not intended to detect separation but rather to indicate a specific state of the float within the liquid. It is based on perception through this medium. On the other hand, in the current state of technology, electronic methods are used to detect water leaks. Water sensors, humidity sensors and associated audible or visual alarm systems are also included. It is used. In such systems, pipe separation is generally directly detected. not being done; the water leak resulting from the separation is reaching the area where the sensor is located. An alert is generated after it is received. These solutions also include sensors, electronic circuits, It may require additional components such as a power source and / or a control unit. Therefore, when evaluating solutions in the current state of technology, sink drain 25 This occurs as a result of the pipe unintentionally detaching from the drain opening during use. based directly on the resulting physical displacement, eliminating that displacement. mechanically drawing it from a pipe and transmitting it to a point within the user's field of vision, and Mechanical and visual assessment of the pipe separation status without waiting for the water to spread to the surrounding area. There is a need for a simple and energy-independent warning system that allows it to be noticed. 30 It is seen that it is located there. THE PURPOSE OF THE INVENTION The primary purpose of the invention is to prevent the sink drain pipe from unintentionally coming out of the drain opening or the separation process involves addressing any potential water leaks without waiting for detection. 3 directly mechanically based on the physical displacement movement of the pipe The goal is to develop a sink drain pipe disconnection warning system that notifies the user. The purpose of the invention is to reduce the movement that occurs during the separation of the drain pipe, in the drain. by means of a clamp fixed to the pipe, it is taken directly and the movement in question is a The mechanical 5 on the workbench is within the user's field of vision via the pull element. The goal is to ensure that the message is sent to the alert button. Another purpose of the invention is to ensure that the drain pipe is flush with the countertop surface when in its normal connection position. or the movable indicator section located at approximately the same level, the drain pipe drain by the pulling element that moves together with the clamp as a result of it separating from its mouth by pulling it downwards to move it to a different warning position relative to the workbench surface and 10 Thus, the change in the connection status of the drain pipe is visually visible to the user. The goal is to get noticed. Another purpose of the invention is to prevent malfunctions occurring at drain pipe connections located outside the field of vision. The incoming separation movement is detected by a clamp, a tensioning element, and a movable indicator fixed to the pipe. Through a mechanical power transmission chain consisting of 15 parts, the user's field of vision The goal is to transfer it to the workbench surface. Another purpose of the invention is to determine the state of detachment of the drain pipe by monitoring the water level. without spreading under the sink or around the area, the mechanical action that causes the separation is direct. to ensure that the warning signal is activated so that the water leak is detected by the user. This allows for earlier detection. 20 Another purpose of the invention is an electronic water sensor, humidity sensor, and electronic control circuit. or can operate without needing electrical energy, has a simple structure and a low number of components. a mechanical warning system applicable to existing sink and drain systems to provide The structural and characteristic features and all the advantages of the invention are given in the figures below and in these 25 Thanks to the detailed explanation written with references to the figures, it becomes clearer. This will be understood, and therefore the evaluation will also take these forms and detailed explanations into account. It must be done by taking it. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES 30 The best way to utilize the advantages of the existing invention, together with its structure and additional elements. For it to be understood, it must be considered together with the figures explained below. 4 Figure 1: The sink drain pipe separation warning system, which is the subject of the invention, is designed to detect a pipe separation when the drain pipe separates. This is the general appearance of the mouthpiece in its normal position for use. Figure 2: The sink drain pipe separation warning system, which is the subject of the invention, is designed to detect a pipe separation when the drain pipe separates. general situation when it is detached from its mouth and the mechanical warning button is in the warning position It is the appearance. 5 Figure 3: Detail of the connection between the clamp attached to the drain pipe and the pull element. It is the appearance. Figure 4: The connection between the mechanical warning button placed on the workbench and the pulling element. It is a cross-sectional view of the connection. Figure 5: Exploded view of the mechanical warning button and the components of the tensioning element. 10 REFERENCE NUMBERS 1. Washbasin 2. Drain opening 3. Handcuff 15 4. Workbench 5. Mechanical warning button 6. Moving indicator section 7. Tension element 8. First connection terminal 20 9. Button body 10. Drain pipe 11. Second connection terminal 12. Movement limiting ring 13. Lower bearing / level ring 25 The drawings do not necessarily need to be scaled and are necessary for understanding the invention. Details that are not present may have been overlooked. Furthermore, at least to a large extent... Elements that are identical or at least have substantially identical functions are numbered the same. It is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The invention relates to the unintentional protrusion of the drain pipe located under the sink from the drain opening or the direct mechanical physical displacement movement resulting from separation perceived as such, a visual alert is displayed at a point within the user's field of vision. The invention relates to a sink drain pipe separation warning system that enables its conversion. The subject system basically consists of a sink (1), drain outlet (2), drain pipe (10), drain pipe (10) 5 fixed clamp (3), mechanical warning button (5) located on the workbench (4), the movable indicator part (6) of the mechanical warning button (5) and the clamp (3) with the movable indicator It includes the pull element (7) which provides mechanical motion transmission between part (6). The basic component structure is clearly defined in the current draft. The sink (1) has a drain that allows the water inside to drain during use. 10 It includes the mouth (2). The drain pipe (10) connects to the drain mouth (2) in normal use. By connecting it, it ensures that the water drained from the sink (1) is conveyed to the wastewater system. Clamp (3) is located on the outer circumference of the drain pipe (10). Clamp (3) is attached to the drain pipe. (10) is fixed in such a way as to follow the movement of the pipe. Thus, the drain pipe (10) as a result of exiting or separating from the drain opening (2) down and / or from the drain opening 15 The movement that occurs in the direction of moving away, the clamp (3) is also located together with the drain pipe. This causes it to change. The clamp (3) is not only a fastening element in terms of the system, but also in the drain pipe (10) mechanical that enables the separation movement to be received and transferred to the tensile element (7). It functions as a motion receiving element. 20 A mechanical warning button is located on the workbench (4) in an area directly visible to the user. (5) is located. The mechanical warning button (5) is not inside the sink basin (1), but inside the sink basin. Apart from the area outside the field of view where the connection is located, by the user It is positioned on the workbench (4) surface which can be observed. The mechanical warning button (5) is fixed to the workbench (4) with the button body (9) and the said button 25 the movable indicator part (6) which can move up and down according to its body (9) It includes. The movable indicator part (6) is connected to the drain pipe (10) in the normal connection position to the drain opening (2). When found, it will be positioned at the same or approximately the same level as the top surface of the workbench (4). It is arranged in this way. Thus, the position of the moving indicator part (6) is 30 This indicates the normal connection status of the system. 6 The mechanical warning button (5) may have a movement limiting ring (12). Movement Limiting ring (12), movement of the movable indicator part (6) inside the button body (9) limiting the distance and the movable indicator part's predicted normal and warning It helps them to work between their locations. The mechanical warning button (5) may also include the lower bearing / level ring (13). Lower 5 bearing / level ring (13), button components relative to the button body (9) positioning, bedding, and the suitability of the mechanical warning button according to the workbench. It helps to keep it at the assembly level. These two supporting elements are present. These functions are also explained in the specifications. There is a pull element (7) between the clamp (3) and the movable indicator part (6). 10 The pull element (7) was separated from the drain pipe (10) and the clamp (3) was damaged. can mechanically transmit the incoming displacement movement to the moving indicator part (6) It is structured. Tensile element (7) is an element that is flexible and can transmit tensile force. This can be achieved using elastic rubber, elastomer-based extensible elements or 15 It can be formed in the form of a tension spring. First connection end (8) on the clamp (3) side of the pulling element (7), movable indicator part On side (6), there is a second connecting end (11). The first connecting end (8) is the pull end. the element (7) is connected to the clamp (3); the second connection end (11) is connected to the pulling element (7) 20 It provides. In the installation of the system, firstly the drain pipe (10) is connected to the drain opening (2) of the sink (1). It is connected in the usage position. The clamp (3) is attached to the outer circumference of the drain pipe (10), drain If the pipe separates from the drain outlet (2), it can move together with the pipe. It is fixed in this way. 25 The mechanical warning button (5) is located in an area on the workbench (4) where the user can see it directly. It is placed. The button body (9) is fixed to the workbench (4), while the movable indicator part (6) able to move up and down inside the button body It is located. The movement limiting ring (12) and the lower bearing / level ring (13) are 30 of the mechanical warning button (5). The movable display is created by holding its components in the correct position relative to each other and the workbench. 7 In order for part (6) to work within the foreseen range of motion, it is associated with the button body (9). They are positioned in this way. The first connection end (8) of the tensile element (7) is connected to the clamp (3), and the second connection end (11) is connected to the clamp (8). It is connected to the movable indicator part (6). The pull element (7) is connected to the drain pipe (10) In the case of normal connection, the movable indicator part (6) is in the normal indicator position 5 and the displacement movement that occurs when the drain pipe is detached taut or pre-tensioned in a way that allows transmission to the moving display section It can be mounted in this way. Working Principle In normal use, the drain pipe (10) is connected to the drain opening (2). Drain 10 The clamp (3) fixed to the pipe is in the normal connection position corresponding to this position. In this case, the pull element (7) normally moves the indicator part (6). It is positioned to hold the movable indicator part (6) in position and on top of the workbench (4). It is located at or approximately the same level as the surface. Thus, the user receives a mechanical warning. By observing the normal position of the button (5), the drain pipe (10) is connected 15 He / She is able to understand that. If the drain pipe (10) comes out or separates from the drain opening (2), the drain pipe goes down and / or is displaced away from the drain opening. To the drain pipe (10) The fixed clamp (3) follows the movement of the pipe. The clamp (3) The resulting displacement movement is transferred to the tensile element via the first connection end (8) 20 (7) is transferred. The pulling element (7) transmits the pulling motion it receives from the clamp (3) to the second connecting end (11) It transmits the mechanical warning button (5) to the movable display part (6) via this. As a result, the movable indicator part (6) moves downwards inside the button body (9). and in normal condition the countertop (4) is at the same or approximately the same level as the top surface 25 The movable display section is positioned below the warning position relative to the workbench surface. It is passing. The change in position of the moving display section (6) is visually observed by the user. It is perceived as such and thus the drain pipe (10) is separated from the drain opening (2) It is understood. Therefore, the separation movement in the drain pipe is respectively the clamp (3), the first 30 connection end (8), pulling element (7), second connection end (11) and movable indicator part (6) It is converted into a mechanical warning. 8 The invention works by detecting water that accumulates under the sink or spills into the surrounding area. No, it's a physical location resulting from the drain pipe separating from the drain opening. It is based on the direct mechanical transmission of the changing motion. In this way... It runs without using electronic sensors, electronic control circuits, or electrical energy. The user can be notified of the pipe separation status. 5

Claims

9 REQUESTS 1. The invention relates to the discharge of water from the sink (1) through the drain opening (2) into the drain pipe. (10) is a sink drain pipe separation warning system for transmission, and its feature is; • If the drain pipe (10) is separated from the drain opening (2), together with the drain pipe (10) by changing location, expenses 5 to ensure that the said separation action is taken. The clamp (3) fixed to the outer circumference of the pipe (10), • showing the separation status of the drain pipe (10) in the user's field of vision Mechanical warning button (5) located on the workbench (4) to provide • The countertop (4) is normally on top of the drain pipe (10) which is connected to the drain opening (2). to be at the same or approximately the same level as the surface and the drain pipe (10) 10 If it breaks free, it will move downwards and enter a warning position. The movable mechanical warning button (5) is located inside the movable indicator section (6), • the displacement movement of the clamp (3) together with the drain pipe (10) by transferring the movable display part (6) to the workbench (4) 15 with clamp (3) to move it to the warning position below the top surface The pull element (7) extending between the movable indicator part (6), • the separation movement of the pulling element (7) in the drain pipe (10) from the clamp (3) The first connecting end which is mechanically connected to the clamp (3) to enable it to receive (8), 20 • fixing the mechanical warning button (5) to the workbench (4) and the movable indicator to provide bearing for the up-down movement of part (6) of the machine (4) button body (9) located on it, • The pulling action of the pulling element (7) received from the clamp (3) is shown on the movable indicator To enable the transfer to the part (6) of the moving indicator part (6) mechanical 25 second connection end (11) It is characterized by its inclusion.

2. A sink drain pipe separation warning system, compliant with Claim 1, features: drain displacement movement in the clamp (3) resulting from the separation of the pipe (10) To ensure that the movable display part (6) is transferred without any gap, the tension is 30 and / or characterized by containing a tensile element positioned as pre-stressed (7). is being done.

3. A sink drain pipe separation warning system, compliant with Claim 1, features: drain The tensile movement resulting from the separation of the pipe (10) causes elastic deformation and / or elastic to ensure that the spring force is transferred to the moving indicator part (6) rubber, elastomer-based extensible element and / or tensile spring structured as a tensile spring It is characterized by containing element (7).

4. A sink drain pipe separation warning system conforming to Claim 1, with the feature of being movable. By limiting the movement distance of the indicator part (6) inside the button body (9) 5 To enable controlled movement between the normal indicator position and the warning position. the movement limiting ring (12) located inside the mechanical warning button (5) It is characterized by its inclusion.

5. A sink drain pipe separation warning system conforming to Claim 1, featuring a mechanical warning. positioning of the components of the button (5) relative to the button body (9) and movable 10 In relation to the button body (9) to ensure the bearing of the indicator part (6) It is characterized by having a positioned lower bearing / level ring (13).

6. A sink drain pipe separation warning system, compliant with Claim 1, has the following feature: drain In the normal connection condition of the pipe (10), the top surface of the workbench (4) is the same or approximately the same. If the normal condition is maintained at the same level and the drain pipe (10) is separated, the pull 15 by pulling downwards by element (7) under the upper surface of the workbench (4) button body (9) to visually indicate the separation status by positioning It contains a movable display section (6) which is positioned movably. It is characterized by...

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