System and method for measuring and monitoring overflow or...

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2005-06-29

2010-10-19

Fetsuga, Robert M (Department: 3751)

Baths, closets, sinks, and spittoons

Flush closet

Urinals only

C004S313000, C004S427000, C004S623000, C004SDIG018

Reexamination Certificate

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07814582

ABSTRACT:
A system for detecting an actual or impending overflow condition from a washroom fixture includes an overflow sensor configured with the fixture at a location to detect an abnormal rise in water level within the fixture before water overflows the fixture. A water sensor may also be disposed to detect an abnormal amount of water on the washroom floor. A data communications unit is in communication with the sensors. A washroom monitoring station is provided in wireless communication with the data communications unit and in communication with the sensors through the data communications unit. The washroom monitoring station is configured for indicating the presence of water when detected by the overflow or water sensors.

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