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Showerhead with variable spray patterns and internal shutoff valve

  • US 5,918,811 A
  • Filed: 06/12/1997
  • Issued: 07/06/1999
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/12/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A fluid flow control valve, comprising:

  • a valve body with at least one fluid inlet and outlet therein;

    a movable valve member slidable in a mating bore in the valve body, at least a portion of the valve member having dimensions allowing passage of fluid through the valve body;

    a shutoff mechanism arranged on an exterior portion of the valve body; and

    a cam surface associated with the shutoff mechanism for engagement with both ends of the movable valve member whereby movement of the shutoff mechanism causes the valve member to move within the valve body to control passage of fluid through the fluid flow control valve.

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