Pouring aid and collection container

Abstract

Pouring aid (1) for a collection container (2) in which a medium (M) to be collected, such as wastewater or liquid, can be deposited, wherein the collection container (2) is designed for use in a vehicle and has a receiving volume (5) for storing the medium (M) surrounded by a housing (3) of the collection container (2) and an outlet (4) with an outlet opening (7) through which the receiving volume (5) of the collection container (2) can be emptied, wherein medium (M) accumulated in the receiving volume (5) can flow out of the collection container (2) through the outlet opening (7), wherein the pouring aid (1) is designed for detachable attachment in the area of ​​the outlet opening (7), characterized in that the pouring aid (1) is dimensionally stable and has a hollow profile section (8) with opposing open end sections, wherein means for tight attachment of the hollow profile section (8) in the area of ​​the outlet opening (7) are provided.wherein a first end section (9) of the hollow profile section (8) can be connected directly to the outlet (4) belonging to the collection container (2) such that the medium (M) can be transferred from the receiving volume (5) of the collection container (2) via the outlet opening (7) into the hollow profile section (8), wherein the hollow profile section (8) extends outwards from the collection container (2) so that, with the help of the pouring aid (1) attached in the area of ​​the outlet opening (7), the medium (M) accumulated in the collection container (2) can flow outwards via the hollow profile section (8), wherein the medium (M) exits outwards into the environment of the collection container (2) at a second end section (10) of the hollow profile section (8), wherein the medium (M) flows outwards over a distance (21) between the outlet opening (7) of the collection container (2) and the second end section (10) that can be determined by the attached pouring aid (1). the pouring aid (1) flows out.

Description

State of the art

[0001] Mobile facilities or means of transport for people, such as vehicles, which provide interior facilities for comprehensive use inside the vehicle for people, for example for travel and longer stays inside the vehicle, have been known for a long time.

[0002] For example, camping vehicles, caravans, and motorhomes are equipped with sanitary facilities such as sinks, washbasins, showers, and toilets (including motorhome toilets). Modern camping vehicles and motorhomes allow for the collection of wastewater in a removable collection tank, also known as a mixed water tank or waste tank for the motorhome toilet. The regularly required emptying of the dirty and unpleasant-smelling wastewater collected in the tank is usually done manually and, in practice, often presents the person responsible with considerable challenges.Especially when emptying a full collection container, its total weight of several kilograms requires skilled handling and a certain amount of physical effort from the person to empty the contents in a controlled and safe manner into a suitable wastewater receptacle, for example, at a disposal point. To prevent a vacuum from forming in the collection container, a vent button may be pressed simultaneously or during emptying to allow air to enter.

[0003] Furthermore, the disposal points for wastewater are often located in confined spaces far from the vehicle, for example when the wastewater has to be transferred to a toilet bowl in a stationary sanitary facility or to a disposal channel with a small inlet area.

[0004] In practice, manually emptying or draining wastewater from the collection container in the immediate vicinity of the disposal point repeatedly leads to unpleasant situations and contamination, including of the person disposing of the waste, due to splashing wastewater, and also produces bad odors. Purpose and advantages of the invention

[0005] The object of the present invention is to create an improved disposal situation for the manual emptying of the above-described collection containers. In particular, the present invention aims to prevent contamination from splashing wastewater and unpleasant odors during the emptying of such collection containers.

[0006] This problem is solved by independent claim 1. The dependent claims describe advantageous and expedient variants of the invention.

[0007] The present invention relates to a pouring aid for a collection container in which a medium to be collected, such as wastewater or liquid, can be deposited, wherein the collection container is designed for use in a vehicle and has a receiving volume for storing the medium surrounded by a housing of the collection container and an outlet with an outlet opening through which the receiving volume of the container can be emptied, wherein medium accumulated in the receiving volume can flow out of the collection container through the outlet opening, wherein the pouring aid is designed for detachable attachment in the area of ​​the outlet opening.

[0008] For example, the outlet includes an opening in the housing that is open towards the receiving volume. For example, a straight or angled, tubular outlet nozzle of the collection container connects to the opening in the housing. For example, the outlet nozzle is part of the outlet of the collection container. For example, the outlet includes the outlet nozzle, which connects to the opening in the housing in an adjustable manner. For example, the outlet nozzle has the outlet opening at its free front end. For example, the free front end of the outlet nozzle can be sealed liquid-tight with a removable cover. For example, the collection container has a right-angled outlet nozzle. For example, the outlet nozzle includes a hollow pipe section for conveying the medium from inside the housing or from the receiving volume to the outside.For example, the outlet nozzle comprises a shorter first section and a longer second section oriented at an angle to the first section. For example, the first and second sections are oriented at right angles to each other. For example, the outlet nozzle is rotatably mounted on the housing. For example, the first section rotatably connects to the housing at the relevant end. For example, the outlet nozzle has an external threaded section in the area of ​​its free end. For example, the second section has an external thread in its free end section.

[0009] This means that, in principle, the pouring aid can be attached to an opening in the collection container, e.g., an opening in a wall of the housing. It is also generally possible to attach the pouring aid to an outlet nozzle of the collection container, provided that the outlet nozzle fits snugly against an opening in the collection container, e.g., an opening in a wall of the housing.

[0010] For example, the hollow profile section is hollow cylindrical or tube-like and serves for the internal flow of the medium over the length of the hollow profile section to the outside.

[0011] The core of the invention lies in the fact that the pouring aid is dimensionally stable and has a hollow profile section with opposing open end sections, wherein means for a tight connection of the hollow profile section in the area of ​​the outlet opening are provided, wherein a first end section of the hollow profile section can be connected directly to the outlet belonging to the container in such a way that the medium can be transferred from the receiving volume of the collection container via the outlet opening into the hollow profile section, wherein the hollow profile section extends outwards from the collection container, so that with the pouring aid attached in the area of ​​the outlet opening the medium accumulated in the collection container can flow out of the container via the hollow profile section, wherein the medium exits outwards into the environment of the collection container at a second end section of the hollow profile section.wherein the medium flows out over a distance between the outlet opening of the collection container and the second end section of the pouring aid, which can be determined by the attached pouring aid.

[0012] The second end section of the hollow profile section is open and surrounds an opening that serves as an outlet, outflow or drain opening for emptying the collection tank and for releasing or flowing the wastewater from the receiving volume to the outside.

[0013] For example, the pouring aid has a width dimension determined, for instance, by a width dimension, such as an outer diameter, of the hollow profile section. The width dimension of the pouring aid is smaller than the width dimension of the collection container viewed in the same direction, which is determined, for example, by a width dimension of the housing. With regard to an orientation of the pouring aid that is advantageous for emptying, depending on the rotational position of the outlet nozzle of the collection container to which the pouring aid is attached, the hollow profile section extends, for example, in its length or longitudinal direction along the length of the collection container, e.g., parallel to a longitudinal direction of the collection container. However, other orientations are also possible.

[0014] The width of the pouring aid is, for example, only a fraction of the width of the collection container. The width of the pouring aid is, for instance, between 10% and 20% of the width of the collection container. Thus, when attached to the collection container or the outlet spout, the pouring aid forms a narrower extension. Alternatively, the pouring aid may have a length determined, for example, by the length of the hollow profile section. For instance, the pouring aid may have a length that is, for example, between 30% and 80% of the length of the collection container. With the extension of length provided by the attached pouring aid, and the simultaneous narrowing compared to the width of the collection container, a kind of spout effect can be achieved. This spatial design...The design of the pouring aid allows for a more convenient and efficient emptying process when manually emptying the collection container. The pouring aid is quick and easy to attach to the container and, after emptying and cleaning (described below), can be removed. It is intuitive to use, requiring no tools and minimal effort. The pouring aid is user-friendly, even for those without technical training or special manual skills. Its operation is self-explanatory.

[0015] After emptying, it is advantageous to close the open second end section of the hollow profile with a cap, for example, the cap for the outlet of the collection container. Water is then introduced into the interior of the collection container through the inlet opening in the housing for rinsing and cleaning, and the cap is subsequently unscrewed to drain the water. After cleaning, the draining aid is unscrewed from the outlet and the cap is screwed back onto the outlet. The clean and emptied collection container is then reinstalled in the camper or motorhome.

[0016] The pouring aid advantageously extends the outlet of the collection container for emptying. This allows for better spatial positioning of the wastewater exit at the second end of the hollow profile section. Overall handling is also simplified. Furthermore, the wastewater flows outwards at the second end of the hollow profile section, away from the bulky housing of the collection container. In particular, with the pouring aid connected to the collection container, emptying is possible without unpleasant splashing of the outgoing wastewater. This is because the free end of the pouring aid, i.e., the point where the wastewater exits the pouring aid, is positioned away from the bulky housing.The second end section of the hollow profile can easily be brought to and positioned at a distance from the housing and therefore also from the person carrying the housing and emptying the collection container. An advantage of this is that the second end section with the discharge opening can be immersed below the liquid level of a draining pipe section, such as a toilet bowl.

[0017] To empty the collection container, simply insert the pouring aid attached to the container, along with the container itself, into the area where the liquid level is at a disposal point or below the liquid level of a toilet bowl drain. If the collection container is then tilted, and the second end section remains below the liquid level of the toilet bowl drain, the wastewater flows into the toilet bowl below the liquid level, thus preventing any splashing. The wastewater then flows directly into the drainpipe leading to the toilet bowl and from there into the connected sewer system. This method also prevents any unpleasant odors from escaping.By immersing the second end section below the liquid level in the toilet bowl, an effective odor seal is simultaneously created. The entire contents of the collection tank flow directly into this liquid volume below the liquid level of the toilet bowl, without coming into contact with the surrounding environment. For example, the outer diameter of the hollow profile section is smaller, perhaps by half, than the inner diameter of a drain or drain pipe section of the toilet bowl or any other drain into which the wastewater from the collection tank is to be emptied.

[0018] For example, the pouring aid is formed at least substantially or exclusively by the hollow profile section. For example, a comparatively short, also hollow, connecting section is integral to or additionally present on the hollow profile section. For example, the connecting section comprises the first end section of the hollow profile section. For example, the pouring aid has a linear, e.g., a straight, basic shape when viewed in the longitudinal direction of the hollow profile section.

[0019] For example, the pouring aid is designed with a one-piece hollow profile section and additionally with sealing elements. For example, the sealing elements, when connected, come into contact with a section of the collection container that contributes to the sealing effect. With the sealing elements formed by the shape of the pouring aid and the section on the collection container, which come into contact with each other when connected, a liquid-tight connection of the pouring aid to the collection container can be established for emptying the medium from the collection container via the open front end of the hollow profile section. For example, the means for the tight attachment of the hollow profile section in the area of ​​the outlet opening are hereinafter also referred to as sealants. When the pouring aid is connected, the sealants interact with other sections on the collection container, such as the outlet nozzle, that also contribute to the sealing effect. For example, the sealants may be formed as a continuous, enclosed seal on the hollow profile section, e.g., axially and / or circumferentially. For example, the sealants may comprise a sealing material such as an elastic sealing material, e.g., made of rubber.

[0020] For example, the pouring aid is formed in one piece. This eliminates the advantage of losing separate sealants. Manufacturing the pouring aid is also simplified. For example, instead of additional components for the sealants, the sealing elements are integrally present on the hollow profile section. For example, the sealants are formed by the shape of the pouring aid in the relevant sections. For example, the sealants are integrally formed in the area of ​​the first and / or second end section of the hollow profile section. For example, the pouring aid has a flat, planar end face on the hollow profile section in the area of ​​the open first end section, which is closed around its entire length along the longitudinal axis of the hollow profile section and abuts a sealing surface on the outlet nozzle when installed.For example, the sealing surface at the outlet nozzle is formed by a circumferential flat gasket at the front of an outer circumferential shoulder of the outlet nozzle, whereby the end face presses against the sealing surface and a liquid-tight connection of the pouring aid to the collection container, e.g. at outlet nozzle 15, can be established in a circumferential direction towards the outlet opening.

[0021] For example, the dimensionally stable pouring aid is made of a material that is virtually indestructible under normal force during normal use of the collection container. For example, the pouring aid is made of a hard plastic material, such as a thermoset, or a metal material, or a hard rubber material.

[0022] For example, the first end section is designed as a plug-in section and / or a screw-in section. For example, the pouring aid itself has a thread for screwing it onto the collection container or the outlet spout. Alternatively or additionally, the pouring aid can be attached via a separate component, such as an adapter that can be attached to the collection container, thus indirectly connecting the pouring aid to the collection container.

[0023] For example, the pouring aid is designed in such a way that the hollow profile section, when attached, forms an extension of the outlet nozzle.

[0024] For example, the pouring aid has an overlap section at its first end. This overlap section, for instance, circumferentially surrounds the outer edge of the collection container's outlet nozzle in the area of ​​the outlet opening. A liquid-tight connection of the hollow profile section around the outlet opening is achieved, for example, by means of sealant between the overlap section and the outlet opening area. The outlet nozzle, with its connection to the housing, is rotatably adjustable relative to the housing. This allows for individual adjustment of the spatial orientation of the longitudinal axis of the front part of the outlet nozzle, and thus also of the orientation of the attached pouring aid or the hollow profile section.

[0025] For example, the pouring aid is designed as a wastewater container pouring aid or as a toilet cassette pouring aid.

[0026] The collection tank is designed as a mobile container that, when used to collect wastewater in a campervan, caravan, or motorhome, is located beneath a living area of ​​the vehicle and connected to a wastewater inlet. For example, the collection tank could be a toilet cassette or wastewater tank of a campervan, caravan, or motorhome. The collection tank typically has an opening, such as an inlet, through which the wastewater flows into the interior when the tank is in use.

[0027] For example, one end section of the hollow profile section has an internal thread for connecting the pouring aid to a mating section. For example, one end section of the hollow profile section is designed for a screw connection with a mating section. For example, both opposing end sections of the hollow profile section are designed for a screw connection with a corresponding mating section. For example, a mating section is provided at the outlet nozzle of the collection container. For example, a mating section is provided at a cap of the collection container. For example, the mating section has an external thread that matches the internal thread on the hollow profile section for establishing a screw connection between the pouring aid and the mating section.

[0028] The internal thread and the corresponding external thread on the outlet nozzle are designed to ensure a fluid-tight flow through the transition between the outlet nozzle and the interior of the hollow profile section. In addition to the sealing effect provided by the interlocking internal and external threads, sealants such as ring sealants or flat gaskets are used to provide an effective and reliable seal.

[0029] For example, the internal thread is formed on the first end section of the hollow profile. This allows the pouring aid to be screwed onto a front free end of the outlet nozzle, with the first end section of the hollow profile leading. The outlet nozzle has the corresponding external thread at its front free open end. The outlet nozzle typically has an external thread at the front, which is used to screw on a sealing cap to create a liquid-tight seal for the outlet nozzle.

[0030] The outlet nozzle, typically L-shaped or bent at a right angle, is fixed to an opening in the housing of the collection container and is completely sealed, but rotatable around the central axis of the opening by, for example, 360 degrees. This allows for suitable alignment of the front section of the outlet nozzle. For instance, the outlet nozzle can be positioned to save space, recessed into a groove on the outside of the housing of the collection container when in use in the vehicle. Conversely, for the emptying process, the outlet nozzle can be rotated to protrude from the outside of the housing.

[0031] For example, the pouring aid has an internal thread that is identical to the internal thread of the sealing cap for closing the outlet nozzle.

[0032] For example, the hollow profile section, over its substantial length of, say, 80 to 90%, has an outer diameter that is approximately the same as or corresponds to the outer diameter of the outlet nozzle, e.g., the outer diameter of a front straight section of the tubular outlet nozzle. Alternatively, the hollow profile section may have an inner diameter that corresponds to the inner diameter of the outlet nozzle, e.g., the inner diameter of a front straight section of the tubular outlet nozzle.

[0033] For example, if the first end section of the hollow profile has an internal thread, it includes an area with a larger outer diameter than the rest of the hollow profile. For instance, the first end section might be slightly thicker in outer diameter by a few millimeters compared to the rest of the hollow profile section, which has the same outer diameter throughout. This thickened outer diameter extends longitudinally along the pouring aid or hollow profile section, corresponding to the length of the internal thread, for example, over 20 to 40 millimeters. Thus, when screwed or connected, the hollow profile section extends the front part of the outlet nozzle in a flush fashion, while maintaining the same outer diameter for the rest of the hollow profile section and the outlet nozzle.

[0034] The wall thickness of the pouring aid or the hollow profile section is, for example, a few millimeters; for example, the wall thickness is between 2 and 5 millimeters.

[0035] For example, one of the end sections has an external thread for connecting the pouring aid to a counterpart section.

[0036] For example, one end section of the hollow profile has an external thread for connecting the pouring aid to a counterpart section. The counterpart section, for instance, has an internal thread that matches the external thread on the hollow profile section for creating a screw connection between the pouring aid and the counterpart section. The counterpart section might, for example, be located on a cap for closing the front free end of the pouring aid or the hollow profile section.

[0037] For example, the external thread is present at the second end section of the hollow profile section, or at the front free end of the hollow profile section. For instance, the external thread at the second end section of the hollow profile section, or at the front free end of the hollow profile section, corresponds to the external thread at the front end of the outlet spout of the collection container. This allows the standard cap for the collection container, which is used to close the outlet spout, to also be used for the screw-on pouring aid. This creates a liquid-tight seal at the open front end of the pouring aid, for example, during transport or cleaning of the collection container. The cap is already usable because it has been unscrewed from the outlet spout.

[0038] For example, sealants are provided for tight screw connections, so that the collection container can be emptied without unwanted leakage of liquid in the area of ​​the screw connection.

[0039] For example, the pouring aid has a length of 15 to 50 centimeters in the longitudinal direction. For example, the pouring aid has a length of 25 to 50 centimeters in the longitudinal direction. For example, the pouring aid has a length in centimeters of 15-45, 15-40, 15-35, 15-30, 20-50, 25-50, 30-50, 35-50, or 40-50 cm in the longitudinal direction.

[0040] For example, the pouring aid has a length of 30 cm to 35 cm in the longitudinal direction of the pouring aid. For example, the pouring aid has a length of 32 cm in the longitudinal direction of the pouring aid.

[0041] It is possible to adjust the length of an extension of the outlet nozzle using the pouring aid or the hollow profile section. For example, two hollow profile sections can be joined, e.g., by screwing them together, to create a new pouring aid with a length that is the sum of the lengths of the two individual pouring aids when joined.

[0042] For example, a first pouring aid with an internal thread on the first end section of the associated hollow profile section can be screwed onto a second pouring aid that is identical to the first pouring aid, by screwing the internal thread of the first pouring aid onto an external thread on the second end section of the second pouring aid.

[0043] The length of the pouring aid or hollow profile section is ideally suited, for example, so that when the pouring aid is screwed onto the collection container or outlet spout, emptying the contents of the container into a standard toilet bowl is effortless. The extension positions the bulky collection container further away from the toilet's narrow drainpipe, eliminating any obstruction caused by the container being lowered into the bowl from above. With the pouring aid in place, the container housing remains above the toilet bowl and can be easily tilted. Simultaneously, the open front end of the pouring aid or hollow profile section can be easily immersed slightly below the liquid level in the toilet bowl.Emptying into a toilet bowl is therefore easy and splash-free, and no unpleasant odors are produced. The contents of the collection container exit at the front of the spout at the second end section, below the liquid level of the liquid already present in the toilet bowl, which acts as a water seal. This allows the wastewater to be transported directly into the toilet drain, dictated by the hydraulic conditions of the toilet drain.

[0044] For example, the hollow profile section comprises a straight hollow profile section. For example, the pouring aid is formed by the straight hollow profile section. The pouring aid is thus formed by the hollow profile section, e.g., particularly in a straight pipe shape. For example, the hollow profile section is designed as a hollow cylindrical pipe section.

[0045] For example, the hollow profile section is designed as a straight tube along its essential or entire length. The straight tube shape, such as a straight plastic tube, additionally features, for example, an internal thread at the first end section of the resulting hollow profile section and an external thread at the second end section.

[0046] For example, the pouring aid is rigidly designed. For example, the pouring aid is a completely rigid component. For example, the pouring aid is a rigid component. For example, the pouring aid is a mechanically rigid component. For example, the pouring aid is made of a plastic material. For example, the pouring aid is made of recycled plastic material. For example, the pouring aid is made of polypropylene (PP). For example, the pouring aid is made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). For example, the pouring aid is made of a metallic material such as stainless steel or galvanized steel. For example, the pouring aid is made of a composite material. For example, the pouring aid is made of a natural material such as wood.

[0047] It is also conceivable that the pouring aid is designed, for example, as an almost rigid spiral hose.

[0048] For example, one end section of the hollow profile is designed to form a plug connection with a corresponding section. This advantageously allows for a simple, quick, and easy connection of the pouring aid to, for example, the outlet nozzle.

[0049] For example, a first and / or a second end section of the hollow profile section is designed to form a plug connection with a counterpart section.

[0050] For example, sealing elements are provided, such as a ring or rubber seal, e.g., an O-ring seal or a flat gasket. These sealing elements serve, for example, to create a liquid-tight seal when a push-fit connection is established between the hollow profile section and the mating section. This allows the collection container to be emptied without unwanted leakage of liquid at the push-fit connection.

[0051] For example, an adapter component is provided with which the connection of the first end section of the hollow profile section can be established in the area of ​​the outlet opening of the collection container. For example, the adapter component is designed to connect the first end section of the hollow profile section to a front end of the outlet nozzle of the collection container. For example, the adapter component is designed as a separate component from the hollow profile section. For example, the adapter component is sleeve-shaped or ring-shaped. For example, the adapter component is designed as a screw adapter for screwing into the area of ​​the outlet opening. For example, the adapter component is designed as a plug-in adapter for push-in connection in the area of ​​the outlet opening. For example, the adapter component has a shorter length than the length of the hollow profile section.

[0052] For example, the adapter component is designed such that a rear longitudinal end of the adapter component can be detachably connected to a front free end of the outlet nozzle. For example, the adapter component is designed such that a front longitudinal end of the adapter component can be detachably connected to a first end section of the hollow profile section described above. Thus, the invention extends to a pouring aid with an adapter component. This allows for a flexibly adapted extension to different designs of collection containers, e.g., depending on the design of an outlet nozzle of the collection container.

[0053] For example, the adapter component has a threaded section through which a connection between the adapter component and a mating component can be established. For example, the threaded section is an external thread. For example, the threaded section is an internal thread.

[0054] For example, the opposite section is a front section of the outlet nozzle with an external thread. For example, the opposite section is a first end section of the hollow profile section with an internal thread.

[0055] For example, the pouring aid is designed as an extension tube. For example, the extension tube encompasses or forms the cylindrical hollow profile section. Alternatively, the extension tube is designed as a straight pipe section. The extension tube has, for example, an internal thread at one end, such as the rear end. The extension tube has, for example, an external thread at one end, such as the front end. The internal thread is used, for example, for screwing onto the outlet nozzle, and the external thread is used, for example, for screwing on a cover, such as a cap, to the extension tube.

[0056] The invention also extends to a collection container for a medium such as wastewater or a liquid, wherein the medium can be stored in the collection container, wherein the collection container is designed for use in a vehicle and has a receiving volume for storing the medium surrounded by a housing of the collection container and an outlet with an outlet opening through which the receiving volume of the container can be emptied, wherein medium accumulated in the receiving volume can flow out of the container through the outlet opening, wherein a pouring aid according to one of the embodiments described above is provided.

[0057] For example, the collection tank is designed as a wastewater tank for camping, caravans, motorhomes, and similar vehicles. For instance, the collection tank features a swiveling outlet spout with a screw-on cap at the free end.

[0058] For example, the collection tank includes an inlet opening on the top of the housing, through which wastewater flows into the storage volume of the collection tank when the collection tank is in use.

[0059] For example, in a broader sense, a vehicle includes any means of transport on land, in the air and in water in which a sanitary facility is provided through which wastewater is generated and flows into a collection tank.

[0060] For example, the collection container is designed for detachable placement in a vehicle, with closing means being provided with which, in the state of the collection container being detached from the vehicle, a liquid-tight separation of the collection container's intake volume can be established.

[0061] For example, the finishing elements include an inlet closure cover for the inlet opening in the housing. For example, the finishing elements include the closure cover. For example, the collection container has a carrying handle for manually carrying the collection container. Character description

[0062] Further features and advantages of the present invention are explained in more detail in the highly schematic embodiments. Specifically, the following are shown: Fig. 1 a collection container with a pouring aid attached to it in longitudinal section, Fig. 2 den in Fig. 1 highlighted section A in enlarged view, Fig. 3 a perspective view of the in Fig. 1. Arrangement shown during the emptying process of the contents of the collection container into a toilet bowl and Fig. 4 the order according to Fig. 3 in a sectional view from the side.

[0063] Fig. Figure 1 shows a pouring aid 1 attached to a collection container 2. The collection container 2 comprises a housing 3 and an outlet 4, and a medium M, such as wastewater or liquid, can be collected in the collection container 2. A [missing information - likely a specific feature or element] is provided to close the outlet 4 of the collection container 2. Fig. One separately shown closure lid 20, screwable on and off. The collection container 2 is in Fig. 1. Horizontally aligned. In a usage state of the collection container 2 in a vehicle (not shown), the collection container 2 is also horizontally aligned.

[0064] The medium M is according to Fig. 1 up to a fill level 6 in a receiving volume 5 surrounded by the housing 3 for storing the medium M. The contents of the receiving volume 5 can be emptied via an outlet opening 7 of the outlet 4 and the attached pouring aid 1. For emptying, the collecting container 2 is placed by a person with the attached pouring aid 1 leading into the Fig. 3 and Fig. The orientation shown in section 4 is shown, and the pouring aid 1 is placed in its immersion position in a toilet bowl 11. The medium M, which has accumulated in the receiving volume 5, flows from the collection container 2 through the outlet opening 7 into the pouring aid 1 solely by gravity and exits into the toilet bowl 11, whereby in Fig. 4 the flow direction of the medium M in the pouring aid 1 is indicated by the arrow P1.

[0065] The pouring aid 1 has a hollow profile section 8 with opposing open end sections, comprising a first end section 9 and a second end section 10 of the hollow profile section 8.

[0066] The sealing cap 20 and the pouring aid 1 are designed with suitable screw threads such that the sealing cap 20 can be used not only to tightly close the outlet opening 7, but also to close the open front end 8a of the hollow profile section 8.

[0067] The first end section 9 is designed for a detachable connection in the area of ​​the outlet opening 7, wherein the detachable connection or detachable joint is designed according to the Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 is realized with a screw connection.

[0068] The pouring aid 1 is formed in one piece. When the pouring aid 1 is attached to the collection container 2, the first end section 9 of the hollow profile section 8 can be connected directly to the outlet 4 belonging to the collection container 2 in such a way that the medium M can be transferred from the receiving volume 5 of the collection container 2 via the outlet opening 7 into the hollow profile section 8, the hollow profile section 8 extending outwards from the collection container 2. When the pouring aid 1 is attached to the collection container 2, a distance 21 is created from the outlet opening 7 at the front of an outlet nozzle 15, with the outlet 4 encompassing the outlet nozzle 15, to the front end 8a of the hollow profile section 8. Thus, with the pouring aid 1 attached, the medium M accumulated in the collection container 2 can flow out of the collection container 2 at the front open end 8a of the second end section 10 of the hollow profile section 8 into the surrounding environment.This usually occurs when the collection container 2 is spatially aligned or inclined accordingly, as shown. Fig. 4 clarifies. In the case of Fig. 3 and Fig. 4. The medium M is disposed of in the toilet bowl 11 with the toilet lid 11a open. The open front end of the hollow profile section 8 dips slightly into the drain area of ​​the toilet bowl 11 until it is below the liquid level 12 present therein. The medium M flows into the toilet bowl 11 through an opening at the front of the second end section 10 of the hollow profile section 8, preventing any escaping medium M or wastewater from splashing around when the collection container 2 is emptied.

[0069] The first end section 9 has an internal thread 13 for forming a screw connection between the pouring aid 1 and a mating section 14, which in the exemplary embodiment is designed as a front end region of the L-shaped outlet nozzle 15 of the collection container 2. For this purpose, an external thread 16 matching the internal thread 13 is provided at the front end region of the outlet nozzle 15. The pouring aid 1 is tightly connected to the outlet nozzle 15 by the shape of the hollow profile section 8 in the region of the first end section 9, which has a flat, planar end face that is closed circumferentially along the longitudinal axis of the hollow profile section 8 and presses against a circumferential flat gasket at the front against an outer circumferential shoulder of the outlet nozzle 15. The outlet nozzle 15 is rotated about an axis D (see figure). Fig. 4) rotatably arranged in the area of ​​an opening 3b in the housing 3.

[0070] The second end section 10 of the pouring aid 1 has an external thread 17 for a screw connection between the pouring aid 1 and a mating section 18. The mating section 18 is formed as the inside of the closure cap 20 and includes an internal thread 19 that matches the external thread 17. For example, the external threads 16 and 17 are identical. The internal threads 13 and 19 are also identical.

[0071] The pouring aid 1 has a length a of 32 centimeters in the longitudinal direction of the pouring aid 1 in the illustrated embodiment.

[0072] Not shown in the figures is an inlet opening on a top surface 3a of the housing 3, through which the medium flows from above into the collection volume 5. When removed from the vehicle or motorhome, the inlet opening can be closed with a lid for transporting the collection container to a disposal point for the medium M, e.g., to the toilet bowl 11. Reference symbol list 1 Pouring aid 2 collection containers 3 cases 3a Top 3b Opening 4 outlets 5 recording volume 6 Fill level 7 Outlet opening 8 Hollow profile section 8a End 9 Final Section 10 Final Section 11 toilet bowl 11a Toilet seat 12. Fluid level 13 internal threads 14 Opposite section 15 outlet nozzles 16 external threads 17 external threads 18 Opposite section 19 internal threads 20 sealing caps 21 distance Area a length D axis of rotation M Medium P1 Arrow

Claims

[1] Pouring aid (1) for a collection container (2) in which a medium (M) to be collected, such as wastewater or liquid, can be deposited, wherein the collection container (2) is designed for use in a vehicle and has a receiving volume (5) for storing the medium (M) surrounded by a housing (3) of the collection container (2) and an outlet (4) with an outlet opening (7) through which the receiving volume (5) of the collection container (2) can be emptied, wherein medium (M) accumulated in the receiving volume (5) can flow out of the collection container (2) through the outlet opening (7), wherein the pouring aid (1) is designed for detachable attachment in the area of ​​the outlet opening (7), characterized bythat the pouring aid (1) is dimensionally stable and has a hollow profile section (8) with opposing open end sections, wherein means for tight attachment of the hollow profile section (8) in the area of ​​the outlet opening (7) are provided, wherein a first end section (9) of the hollow profile section (8) can be connected directly to the outlet (4) belonging to the collection container (2) in such a way that the medium (M) can be transferred from the receiving volume (5) of the collection container (2) via the outlet opening (7) into the hollow profile section (8), wherein the hollow profile section (8) extends outwards from the collection container (2) so that, with the pouring aid (1) attached in the area of ​​the outlet opening (7), the medium (M) accumulated in the collection container (2) can flow outwards from the collection container (2) via the hollow profile section (8), wherein the medium (M) flows outwards into the surroundings of the collection container at a second end section (10) of the hollow profile section (8). (2) exits,wherein the medium (M) flows out of the pouring aid (1) over a distance (21) between the outlet opening (7) of the collection container (2) and the second end section (10), which can be determined by the attached pouring aid (1). [2] Pouring aid (1) according to claim 1, wherein an internal thread (19) for a connection of the pouring aid (1) with a counter section (14) is formed on one of the end sections (9) of the hollow profile section (8). [3] Pouring aid (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by , that an external thread (17) is formed on one of the end sections (10) for a connection of the pouring aid (1) with a counter section (18). [4] Pouring aid (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the pouring aid (1) has a length (a) in the longitudinal direction of the pouring aid (1) in the range of 15 centimeters to 50 centimeters. [5] Pouring aid (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the hollow section (8) comprises a straight hollow section. [6] Pouring aid (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the pouring aid (1) is rigidly designed. [7] Pouring aid (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that an end section of the hollow profile section (8) is designed to form a plug connection with a counter section. [8] Pouring aid (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that an adapter component is provided with which the connection of the first end section (9) of the hollow profile section (8) can be set up in the area of ​​the outlet opening (7) of the collection container (2). [9] Pouring aid (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the adapter component has a threaded section via which a connection of the adapter component with a counterpart section can be established. [10] Pouring aid (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the pouring aid (1) is designed as an extension tube. [11] Collection container (2) for a medium (M) such as wastewater or a liquid, wherein a medium (M) such as wastewater or a liquid can be stored in the collection container (2), wherein the collection container (2) is designed for use in a vehicle and has a receiving volume (5) for storing the medium (M) surrounded by a housing (3) of the collection container (2) and an outlet (4) with an outlet opening (7) through which the receiving volume (5) of the collection container (2) can be emptied, wherein medium (M) accumulated in the receiving volume (5) can flow out of the collection container (2) through the outlet opening (7), characterized by , that a pouring aid (1) according to one of the preceding claims is present. [12] Collection container (2) according to claim 11, characterized by, that the collection container (2) is designed for separate placement in a vehicle, wherein closing means are provided with which, in the state of separation of the collection container (2) from the vehicle, a liquid-tight separation of the receiving volume (5) of the collection container (2) can be established.

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