Patent ID: 8783736
Filing Date: 2014-07-22
Classification: E03C,F16L

Abstract:
1. A quick connector assembly for a faucet, comprising: a hose fitting having a longitudinal axis; a lock tab removably coupled to the hose fitting when the hose fitting is not coupled to a connector body, the lock tab having at least one projection extending radially therefrom; and the connector body having at least one slot extending from an opening to a locked position, the at least one slot configured to receive the at least one projection of the lock tab; wherein when the lock tab is coupled to the hose fitting, moving the at least one projection of the lock tab from the opening of the at least one slot to the locked position connects the lock tab and the hose fitting to the connector body; wherein the lock tab at least partially circumscribes the hose fitting and defines a longitudinal gap for the passage of the hose fitting therethrough.