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System and method for remotely disinfecting plumbing fixtures

  • US 9,476,188 B2
  • Filed: 03/12/2013
  • Issued: 10/25/2016
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/22/2012
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A system for remotely disinfecting plumbing fixtures comprising:

  • a first controller provided at a first location remote from a plumbing fixture; and

    a second controller located within the plumbing fixture and configured to control a heater provided within the plumbing fixture;

    wherein the first controller is further configured to activate the heater to heat at least a portion of the plumbing fixture to an elevated temperature sufficient to kill organisms in the plumbing fixture; and

    wherein the second controller is configured to prevent fluid from flowing through the plumbing fixture when the heater is active.

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