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2011-03-01

2011-03-01

Kim, Christopher S (Department: 3752)

Fluid sprinkling, spraying, and diffusing

Motor or spray fluid operated continuously moving discharge...

Spray fluid operated

C239S072000, C239S073000, C239S443000, C239S558000

Reexamination Certificate

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07896259

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a water saving showerhead that allows a bather to switch among at least three different water delivery functions. In the first function, the showerhead delivers a concentrated fluttering spray. In the second function, the showerhead delivers a combined spray pattern, wherein the fluttering spray and a radially dispersed precision spray are simultaneously delivered to the bather. In the third function, the showerhead delivers the precision spray pattern. The combination spray pattern is effected without compromising either the desirable massaging and cleaning effect of water delivery or the inherent water conservation benefits. In addition, the showerhead of the present invention provides an automatic return feature for return of the showerhead to the first function when water pressure to the showerhead falls below a predetermined bottom threshold.

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