Hands-Free Toilet Device

Abstract

The device comprises a toilet seat and a toilet seat cover that are both initially in an “up” position. A user can lower the toilet seat by stepping on a foot lever, which is part of a pedal mechanism including a foot lever, lever support, gas spring, extension spring, and chain for tension adjustment. The pedal mechanism facilitates the controlled movement of the toilet seat to a “down” position around the toilet bowl. Additionally, a flush treadle allows for the toilet flushing process by stepping on the same, which in turn pulls a metal cord connected to the toilet flapper, causing the toilet to flush. The device may also be comprised of at least one UV light in the toilet seat cover for sanitizing the toilet seat, activated when the seat is raised, with a power supply regulated by a time delay relay for automatic shutoff.

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