WATER ACCUMULATOR Russian patent published in 1998 - IPC

FIELD: hydraulic engineering. SUBSTANCE: water accumulator is intended for use in housing sphere in case of irregular water supply. Water accumulator has tank, pipe connection for cold water delivery, water outlet pipes, and pipe union open to atmosphere. Water tank is installed vertically and is provided with water level indicator, float at top, and removable cover. Inserted into cover hole is pipe union which is open to atmosphere. Cold water delivery pipe connection is coupled to tank through flexible hose having shut-off valve located in upper part of tank at its one side and joined with rubber head-piece for noiseless charging of water into tank. Located at other side of tank is water outlet pipe. Provided inside tank space is pipe for emergency discharge of water. To arrange water reserve in apartments in amount of 250-300 l, water accumulator is provided with supporting metal table installed on floor above flush tank of lavatory pan. Accumulator tank is vertically installed on aforesaid metal table with flexible hose for delivering water from accumulator tank to faucets of kitchen sink, wash-bowl, and bath. Accumulator tank is provided with water lever indicator and non-return valve. Emergency water discharge pipe is brought to flush tank of lavatory pan. Application of aforesaid water accumulator ensures continuous water supply. EFFECT: higher efficiency. 3 cl, 1 dwg