Fluid handling – Systems – Multi-way valve unit
Reexamination Certificate
2008-11-12
2009-08-18
Fox, John (Department: 3753)
Fluid handling
Systems
Multi-way valve unit
C004S677000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07575025
ABSTRACT:
Faucets are provided with joystick type control handles. The joysticks are provided with springs outside the main valve housing between the joystick handle and an associated ball. The ball retains a sliding disk.
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An Oct. 21, 2005 Elkay advertisement for their Arezzo faucet.
A 2006 Kohler advertisement for the Purist K-3092 cabinet with faucet, admitted prior art.
Fox John
Kohler Co.
Quarles & Brady LLP
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