Stephen R Tyler

US Patent:

49615343, Oct 9, 1990

Filed:

Oct 31, 1988

Appl. No.:

7/265188

Inventors:

Stephen L. Tyler - Diamond Bar CA
John L. Staylor - Riverside CA

Assignee:

The Toro Company - Minneapolis MN

International Classification:

B05B 1510

US Classification:

239205

Abstract:

A sprinkler (10, 10') including a riser assembly (14) and a removable nozzle module (34) operatively connected thereto. Nozzle module (34) includes a nozzle holder (36, 36') and a nozzle (38). Nozzle holder (36, 36') is accessible even when sprinkler (10) is buried and the riser assembly (14) is completely retracted. In a preferred embodiment, a bayonet fit exists between nozzle module (34) and riser assembly (14) so that it is only necessary to twist nozzle module (34) a few degrees to disconnect it from riser assembly (14). Once nozzle module (34) is removed, nozzle (38) can be replaced or unplugged as necessary. Sprinkler (10') preferably includes a security cover (77) which, when in place, prevents access to nozzle module (34) and prevents removal of same from the riser assembly rotating portion (30).

US Patent:

51584751, Oct 27, 1992

Filed:

Apr 9, 1990

Appl. No.:

7/506249

Inventors:

Stephen L. Tyler - Diamond Bar CA

Assignee:

The Toro Company - Minneapolis MN

International Classification:

H01R 424

US Classification:

439439

Abstract:

An improved solenoid comprises a housing having a compartment in which at least two electrical connectors are contained. Each connector comprises a spring clip which resiliently grips the bare wire end of a conductor that is inserted into the connectors. After the conductors are so joined, a separable strain relief cap may be inserted over the solenoid to bend the conductors into a non-linear configuration, resisting accidental displacement. A third connector is preferably electrically joined to one of the first two connectors, to allow the common line to be conveniently extended from one solenoid to the next in a series of such solenoids. In addition, a waterproof grease or gel is injected into the compartments around the connectors.

US Patent:

51582325, Oct 27, 1992

Filed:

Oct 9, 1990

Appl. No.:

7/594083

Inventors:

Stephen L. Tyler - Diamond Bar CA
John L. Staylor - Riverside CA

Assignee:

The Toro Company - Minneapolis MN

International Classification:

B05B 1508

US Classification:

2392883

Abstract:

A sprinkler (10, 10') including a riser assembly (14) and a removable nozzle module (34) operatively connected thereto. Nozzle module (34) includes a nozzle holder (36, 36') and a nozzle (38). Nozzle holder (36, 36') is accessible even when sprinkler (10) is buried and the riser assembly (14) is completely retracted. In a preferred embodiment, a bayonet fit exists between nozzle module (34) and riser assembly (14) so that it is only necessary to twist nozzle module (34) a few degrees to disconnect it from riser assembly (14). Once nozzle module (34) is removed, nozzle (38) can be replaced or unplugged as necessary. Sprinkler (10') preferably includes a security cover (77) which, when in place, prevents access to nozzle module (34) and prevents removal of same from the riser assembly rotating portion (30).

US Patent:

48403121, Jun 20, 1989

Filed:

Nov 20, 1987

Appl. No.:

7/123420

Inventors:

Stephen L. Tyler - Diamond Bar CA

Assignee:

The Toro Company - Minneapolis MN

International Classification:

B05B 1510

US Classification:

239205

Abstract:

A sprinkler (10) including a riser assembly (14) and a removable nozzle module (34) operatively connected thereto. Nozzle module (34) includes a nozzle holder (36) and a nozzle (38). Nozzle holder (36) is accessible even when sprinkler (10) is buried and the riser assembly (14) is completely retracted. In a preferred embodiment, a bayonet fit exists between nozzle module (34) and riser assembly (14) so that it is only necessary to twist nozzle module (34) a few degrees to disconnect it from riser assembly (14). Once nozzle module (34) is removed, nozzle (38) can be replaced or unplugged as necessary.

US Patent:

49114018, Mar 27, 1990

Filed:

May 15, 1989

Appl. No.:

7/388773

Inventors:

Gregory B. Holcomb - Diamond Bar CA
Stephen L. Tyler - Diamond Bar CA
James W. Zimmerman - Walnut CA

Assignee:

The Toro Company - Minneapolis MN

International Classification:

F16K 3102
F16K 4300

US Classification:

251 3003

Abstract:

An improved valve includes an inlet, an outlet and a valve seat. A flexible diaphragm assembly seals against the valve seat. A bleed assembly extends into a pressure chamber located above the diaphragm for bleeding fluid pressure out of the chamber, thereby opening the valve. The bleed assembly includes a hollow tube inserted into a plastic plunger seat that is carried on the cap of the valve beneath the plunger of an actuating solenoid. Such a bleed assembly does not need a bleed tube having a precisely controlled length, and is not sensitive to flexure of the cap.

US Patent:

51010836, Mar 31, 1992

Filed:

Aug 17, 1990

Appl. No.:

7/568952

Inventors:

Stephen L. Tyler - Diamond Bar CA
John L. Staylor - Riverside CA

Assignee:

The Toro Company - Minneapolis MN

International Classification:

H01H 3500

US Classification:

200 6104

Abstract:

An improved rain switch includes a tubular L-shaped housing having an enclosed compartment in one arm in which an electrical switch is contained and an apertured compartment in the other arm in which a moisture absorptive assembly is contained. When mounted on a building with the apertured arm parallel to the ground, the electrical switch will be located to one side of the apertured arm and is not prone to coming into contact with any of the rain water passing through the device. Thus, a non-sealed electrical switch can be used. In addition, the housing is snap fit to the building and the electrical switch is releasably contained on a slide member received in the housing to ease switch replacement. A cover also hides a threaded adjusting cap to prevent unauthorized adjustment for how much water is required to be absorbed before the electrical switch is actuated.