Patent ID: 7487777
Filing Date: 2009-02-10
Classification: A61M,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A clip assembly for retaining a mask cushion to a mask frame, the clip assembly including a main body having a resilient detent movable between a first position in which the detent is relatively uncompressed and a second position in which the detent is relatively compressed, whereby in the second position the detent is configured to be guided through a slot located on the frame, and, upon insertion, the detent is releasable so that the detent assumes the first position in which the detent is lockable relative to the slot of the frame, wherein the main body includes a hook adapted to be releasably engaged with a flange provided to the frame and allowing the clip assembly to pivot relative to the frame, the detent being adapted for engagement with the slot upon pivoting of the hook with respect to the frame.