Foot-operated toilet seat lifting and lowering mechanism

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1988-04-25

1990-12-11

Recla, Henry J.

Baths, closets, sinks, and spittoons

Drip catcher

4248, 745005, 74505, 74512, 74421R, A47K 1310

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049759884

ABSTRACT:
It is desirable to be able to lift, lower and lock a toilet seat assembly in position without any hands-on interaction with the toilet seat assembly. In order to accomplish this objective the invention incorporates a selection of devices having additional mechanical advantage when pivoting the seat assembly. In one preferred embodiment of the invention, a cable-operated foot lever is used in combination with a crank portion on the hinge of the toilet seat. In another preferred embodiment of the invention, a system of planetary gears is used in the lever and/or the hinge assembly.

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