Baths – closets – sinks – and spittoons – Wash receptacles – With proximity operated valve
Reexamination Certificate
2006-01-04
2009-12-15
Fristoe, Jr., John K (Department: 3753)
Baths, closets, sinks, and spittoons
Wash receptacles
With proximity operated valve
C024S12900C, C251S129010
Reexamination Certificate
active
07631372
ABSTRACT:
An electronic faucet includes a spout assembly having a sensor configured to control the flow of water therethrough in response to the position of a spray head. Methods and apparatus for providing strain relief for electrical cables used in systems configured to provide fluid and, in particular, to methods and apparatus used to provide strain relief for electrical cables in electronic faucets.
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Marty Garry Robin
Moore Jeffrey Lee
Sailors, Jr. Timothy Jay
Baker & Daniels LLP
Fristoe, Jr. John K
Masco Corporation of Indiana
Tietjen Marina
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