Dual outlet bathtub drain valve for water conservation system

Details Dual outlet bathtub drain valve for water conservation system Dual outlet bathtub drain valve for water conservation system

1991-10-10

1993-05-18

Recla, Henry J.

Baths, closets, sinks, and spittoons

Flush closet or urinal and wash receptacle

Wash receptacle water empties into toilet facility

4683, 137597, 13762515, 251279, 417 41, E03C 1232, F04B 4900, F16K 3144, F17D 113

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052108864

ABSTRACT:
A system for recycling water used in a bathtub/shower is disclosed. The system alternatively directs water drained from the shower or bathtub to either a recycled water storage tank or a sewer line. The water in the recyclable water tank is subsequently pumped to a sprinkler system or an outdoor faucet. The water is directed to either the sewer line or the storage tank through the use of a valve with a first inlet for accepting water from the drain of the bathtub, a second inlet for accepting water from the overflow drain of the bathtub, a first outlet leading to the sewer line, and a second outlet leading to the recycled water storage tank. The valve is a modified ball valve that either blocks the first outlet or the second outlet only, and all other parts remain open. The position of the ball portion of the valve is controlled by a lever mounted on the bathtub overflow plate. The lever is interconnected to the ball portion of the valve, such that changing the position of the overflow plate lever causes the ball portion of the valve to change positions.

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