Mounting set / kit, especially for fitted kitchens

Abstract

The invention relates to an installation set / kit for fitted kitchens for connection to local utility lines such as water, wastewater, and electricity. The installation set comprises, at least in one container, a cable for a stove connection, pipe fittings, a trap, flexible hoses for cold and hot water connections, small parts, and sanitary silicone.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to an assembly kit for fitted kitchens for connecting to local utilities such as water, sewage, and electricity. The assembly kit is carried along by the tradesperson for installing the fitted kitchen, along with the usual tools.

[0002] Everyone knows the situation: the craftsman hasn't even started work yet and a part is already missing.

[0003] This is usually followed by a trip to the nearest hardware store. Larger tradespeople carry a larger selection of parts in their delivery vans.

[0004] While the first case involves travel time, the second case involves the initial search effort. Vehicles generally lack the same order and systematics as a company warehouse. In addition, every vehicle contains parts that will eventually be used up, thus becoming idle production resources.

[0005] Even the assembly kits supplied with the fitted kitchen by the manufacturer hardly change this situation, as they cannot fully account for the specific on-site conditions. Nevertheless, such assembly kits offer advantages that can be utilized.

[0006] For example, DE 20 2013 009 882 U1 specifically names a tool set that is designed for a supplier's product range and with which the product and all other products can be assembled without additional tools.

[0007] The number of tools required should be divided into product lines, e.g., small and large furniture, in order to keep the number of tools within manageable limits.

[0008] From DE 60 2005 002 957 T2 an assembly kit for a shower tray is known, which comprises a reference and positioning box or housing with a number of edge strips, a drain, a sleeve and a hose or a pipe.

[0009] DE 10 2012 014 130 A1 deals with the signage of vehicles and vehicle parts for assembly. Traditionally, these signs are purchased parts that the vehicle manufacturer purchases from suppliers and attaches to the vehicle at a specified assembly location during vehicle production. Due to the large number of vehicle variants and special equipment, as well as differing legal requirements in the target regions of the vehicles, a multitude of different signs are required, the procurement, storage, and timely provision of which at the assembly site entails significant logistical effort. Changes in signage are associated with long response times and additional costs for scrapping existing stocks.The invention therefore proposes to prefabricate the set of signs for identifying the components of a vehicle in such a way that correct and complete signage can be ensured and the logistical effort associated with the procurement, storage and provision of sign sets for vehicles is reduced.

[0010] Finally, reference should also be made to DE 10 2020 129 513 A1, which provides a kit system for assembling a chassis structure for a group of commercial vehicles. The essential feature of the invention here is that all parts required to complete the chassis structure are pre-assembled as a kit and / or that the kit is available pre-assembled with all parts required to complete the chassis structure.

[0011] One object of the invention is to propose a system / kit, particularly for tradesmen, which enables the tradesman to carry out connection work quickly and cost-effectively, particularly in the fitted kitchen area.

[0012] This object is achieved by the features of claim 1; advantageous embodiments are the subject of the subclaims.

[0013] Thus, the invention provides an assembly set / kit characterized, among other things, by the spatial juxtaposition of individual tool or spare part components that are functionally directly coordinated with one another. The components form a functional unit through targeted use. The components according to the invention thus exist as a true combination, with the technical effects disclosed herein resulting from their targeted selection and "juxtaposition."

[0014] The range of the assembly sets / kits according to the invention specifically solves an underlying technical problem, namely ensuring a complete connection to plumbing, especially for fitted kitchens. Such manufacturer products on the market typically do not fit all conceivable fitted kitchen formats or do not fully match the corresponding plumbing. Thus, the state of the art does not solve the problem of ensuring a complete connection, especially for fitted kitchens.

[0015] The assembly set / kit according to the invention for fitted kitchens for connection to the local supply lines such as water, sewage and electricity comprises, according to the invention, at least in one container, a cable for a cooker connection, one or more HT pipe connections, a space-saving drain, an odor trap, one or more flexible hoses for a cold and hot water connection, small parts and sanitary silicone.

[0016] These components are preferably arranged in one or more containers made of recyclable cardboard and are thus available to the installer on site.

[0017] According to the invention, connecting pieces, pipes, fittings and the like of the assembly set / kit are referred to as “fitting(s)”.

[0018] The fittings include at least two 90° HT pipe bends for water drainage, at least one straight HT pipe, at least one HT reducer from 50 mm to 40 mm diameter, at least one siphon trap with at least two drains, and at least one space-saving bend. Small parts include device screws, preferably 1 to 10 device screws, more preferably 2 to 8 device screws, most preferably 6 device screws, at least one, preferably at least two, hose clamps, and one or more cable ties.

[0019] In a preferred version, the assembly kit also includes a jigsaw blade for panel materials.

[0020] The advantage of the assembly set / kit is not only the significant reduction in assembly effort but also that the sales consultants no longer have to worry about these parts, so that coordination problems are significantly reduced.

[0021] The use of the components of the assembly kit will be explained below.

[0022] In a preferred embodiment: - 2 x HT pipe elbow 87° (90°) D = 40mm

[0023] The HT pipe elbow is designed for draining water between the wall connection and the siphon. The set includes two elbows, as a connection with a fixed pipe siphon is not possible without a double elbow. To bring the pipe straight again with the opening facing forward, two elbows are required. Rotating the elbows allows for the height or position of the drain pipe to be adjusted as needed. This allows for almost any connection, as flexibility in height and depth is ensured. A fixed connection makes the siphon and pipe construction more stable and prevents vibration when water flows through.

[0024] In a preferred embodiment: - 1 x HT pipe straight 400 mm D = 40mm

[0025] The HT pipe is used in the waste system together with the siphon connection in the sink cabinet.

[0026] To provide maximum flexibility and extend the pipe construction, a 400 mm HT straight pipe is used. This allows the siphon to be moved and connected to the left or right side of the sink cabinet, independent of the wall connection (position optimization).

[0027] In a preferred embodiment: - 1 x HT pipe reduction 50 / 40 mm

[0028] For water connections in fitted kitchens, siphons are often sold that are not the right diameter, meaning they are not suitable for existing wall connections, as these may not be standardized or the pipes may be old cast iron. This is often overlooked in sales consultations.

[0029] To address this issue, the installation kit includes a pipe reducer. This reducer can be used independently of the wall connection.

[0030] If a 40mm wall connection is available, the reducer is not used and the 40mm siphon pipe is connected directly.

[0031] It should be noted that the measuring technician is often unable to record the cross-sectional dimensions of the pipe connection because the old kitchen cabinets are still present or installed. As a result, siphons that don't fit the current state of the art are increasingly being sold.

[0032] In a preferred embodiment: - 1 × siphon trap with 2 drains DN 4

[0033] A siphon with a fixed connection pipe is more stable in construction than a flexible pipe. When using the sink cabinet, the end user can accidentally knock objects against the siphon. This can cause the pipe construction of a flexible pipe to twist. The fixed connection, on the other hand, remains very stable even with minor impacts. The double connection is sufficiently designed for the drainage of appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines. It should be noted that although many siphons with a single appliance connection are typically present when ordering a kitchen, these are not recognized as appliances by the drawing program because they leave a gap. As a result, the kitchen program only shows one connection. Customer-specific appliances such as a washing machine or dishwasher are therefore not recognized.

[0034] In a preferred embodiment: - 1 × sanitary silicone

[0035] For sealing water points, it is necessary to use a sanitary silicone. Areas around the sink and sealing niche back walls require a high level of abrasion resistance. Regular, inexpensive construction silicones from hardware stores are typically not suitable for this purpose. Therefore, the installation set / kit according to the invention preferably uses sanitary silicone, which offers very high adhesion to melamine-coated surfaces. With a high and long-lasting seal, the sanitary silicone protects against many swelling damages.

[0036] The sanitary silicone has a resealable cartridge tip and won't dry out while in the vehicle. In a preferred embodiment, the sanitary silicone is supplied in a 200 ml silicone cartridge. The technical advantage of 200 ml cartridges is improved dosing and consumption, which promotes sustainability and reduces material costs.

[0037] In a preferred embodiment: - 2 × hose clamps 20 - 32 mm

[0038] The installation kit includes hose clamps made of stainless steel. The clamp consists of a ring-shaped metal band with an adjusting screw. Turning the adjusting screw reduces the inner diameter of the hose clamp. This compresses the underlying hose onto the connector, creating a seal. The clamps are used on each of the drains to prevent the drain hoses from the washing machine and dishwasher from slipping.

[0039] In a further preferred embodiment, said hose clamps have a hexagonal socket, which prevents the screw from slipping when tightened.

[0040] Without the hose clamps being sealed, the appliance drain hoses can become detached from the siphon and cause enormous damage, or the kitchen can be flooded with leaking wastewater and cause water damage.

[0041] In a preferred embodiment: - 6 × device screws 40 mm with combination Phillips head 3 × 40 mm appliance screws with a narrow head are suitable for installing niche backplates and sockets. The socket elements (base) are removed before installing the low-voltage panels and reinstalled after installation. The appliance screw must be long enough to reach the depth of the existing flush-mounted box. The head of the appliance screw must be narrow enough so that there is no contact between the screw head and the frame when screwing on the socket frame. This prevents a gap between the frame and the low-voltage panels.

[0042] In a preferred embodiment: - 2 x flexible hose 3 / 8 inch extension flexible hose 50 cm

[0043] A hose extension can be used to extend the connection of short faucet hoses. Some angle valves are not standardized and are located at certain heights, making them inaccessible to the faucets with standard hoses. The extension hoses are 50 cm long, allowing the professional installer to easily reach every valve in the sink cabinet and make the connection. The connection points of the screw fittings and the compression seals located therein are reinforced to prevent damage during installation due to overtightening.

[0044] In a preferred embodiment: - 1 × stove connection cable H 05VV 5 × 2.5mm 2 Lengths: 1.5 m; 2.5 m; 3.5 m; 5.0 m

[0045] Another component of the assembly set / kit according to the invention is a 3 m long stove cable in order to reach the connection points during assembly and in the case of stove sockets that are placed too far apart, whereby the required length can be adjusted up to 5 m.

[0046] In a preferred embodiment: - 2 × cable ties 300 - 500 mm length

[0047] The cable ties stabilize the attachment of the appliance hoses, as the attached hoses swing due to the water flow when the appliance is drained. To prevent or reduce this, the hoses can be additionally secured in the sink with cable ties.

[0048] In a preferred embodiment: - 1 × space-saving bend 400 mm space-saving drain

[0049] The space-saving bend is used to connect the siphon in a space-saving manner and can be used flexibly.

[0050] Furthermore, waste systems and boilers can be better placed in the sink cabinet.

[0051] In a preferred embodiment: - 1 × jigsaw blade for panel materials 75 mm

[0052] The jigsaw blade provided in the assembly set / kit according to the invention enables a better cutting quality to be achieved, so that tears in the coated panel materials are avoided.

[0053] As a result, there are fewer complaints, more satisfied customers and no additional material costs.

[0054] An old or used saw blade will cause more chipping on the countertop during cutting, especially since the cost of replacing a new one is enormous. Ordering, time, storage, delivery, disassembly, and assembly all involve significant material and cost.

[0055] In light of the entire foregoing disclosure, the present invention further includes the following numbered embodiments: 1. Installation set / kit for fitted kitchens for connection to local utilities such as water, sewage and electricity, comprising at least in one container: - a cable for a stove connection, - one or more HT pipes such as bends, straight pipes and reducers - an odor trap, - Flexible hoses for cold and hot water connection and - Small parts and sanitary silicone. 2. Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens according to embodiment 1, characterized in that the container(s) are made of recyclable cardboard. A cardboard box of a specific height, preferably rectangular, is provided for the assembly set / kit. The assembly set / kit is delivered in this box. After the set is used up, the box serves as a waste bin for small packaging or leftovers. 3. Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens according to embodiment 1 or 2, characterized in that The drain pipes must include at least two HT pipe bends for water drainage, a straight HT pipe, a straight HT reducer, a siphon odor trap with two drains and a space-saving bend. 4. Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens according to one of the embodiments 1 to 3, characterized in that the small parts include six appliance screws, two hose clamps and cable ties. 5. Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens according to one of the embodiments 1 to 4, characterized in that The assembly set includes a jigsaw blade for panel materials. 6. Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens according to one of the embodiments 1 to 5, characterized in that the assembly set includes: - 2 × HT pipe elbow 87° (90°) D = 40mm; - 1 × HT pipe straight 400 mm D = 40mm; - 1 × HT pipe reduction 50 / 40 mm; - 1 × siphon trap with 2 drains DN 4; - 1 × sanitary silicone; - 2 × hose clamps 20 - 32 mm; - 6 × device screws 40 mm with combination Phillips head; - 2 × flexible hose 3 / 8 inch extension flexible hose 50 cm; - 1 × stove connection cable H 05VV 5 × 2.5mm 2 in lengths selected from 1.5 m, 2.5 m, 3.5 m and 5.0 m; - 2 × cable ties 300 - 500 mm length; - 1 × space-saving bend 400 mm space-saving drain; - 1 × jigsaw blade for panel materials 75 mm. QUOTES CONTAINED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents submitted by the applicant was generated automatically and is included solely for the convenience of the reader. This list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA assumes no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] DE 20 2013 009 882 U1

[0006] DE 60 2005 002 957 T2

[0008] DE 10 2012 014 130 A1

[0009] DE 10 2020 129 513 A1

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Claims

[1] Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens for connection to local utilities such as water, sewage and electricity, comprising at least in one container: - a cable for a stove connection, - one or more pipe fittings, - an odor trap, - Flexible hoses for cold and hot water connection and - Small parts and sanitary silicone. [2] Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens according to claim 1, characterized by that the container(s) are made of recyclable cardboard. [3] Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by that the fittings include at least two HT pipe bends for the water drain, one HT straight pipe, one HT straight reducer, one siphon odor trap with two drains and one space-saving bend. [4] Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized bythat the small parts include six device screws, two hose clamps and cable ties. [5] Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized by that the assembly set includes a jigsaw blade for panel materials. [6] Assembly set / kit for fitted kitchens according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized by that the assembly kit includes: - 2 × HT pipe elbow 87° (90°) D = 40mm; - 1 × HT pipe straight 400 mm D = 40mm; - 1 × HT pipe reduction 50 / 40 mm; - 1 × siphon trap with 2 drains DN 4; - 1 × sanitary silicone; - 2 × hose clamps 20 - 32 mm; - 6 × device screws 40 mm with combination Phillips head; - 2 × flexible hose 3 / 8 inch extension flexible hose 50 cm; - 1 × stove connection cable H 05VV 5 × 2.5mm 2 in lengths selected from 1.5 m, 2.5 m, 3.5 m and 5.0 m; - 2 × cable ties 300 - 500 mm length; - 1 × space-saving bend 400 mm space-saving drain; - 1 × jigsaw blade for panel materials 75 mm.