Abstract: An odor eliminating system utilizes an air pump to remove odors from a bowl of a toilet to a trap of the toilet. By moving the odors to the trap, the odors cannot escape back to the bowl and can only proceed out of the toilet to the sewer. The system can be adapted to existing toilets by drilling a channel to the trap or the system can be incorporated into new toilets.

Abstract: A toilet ventilation system utilizing a typical toilet and existing restroom ventilation fan and fan outlets, the system comprising a pivotally mounted vented seat for replacing a typical toilet seat, the vented seat having typically sized and located mounting plates, the vented seat comprising a plurality of inlet apertures communicating with an outlet pathway for gasses, the outlet having a sealed pivot connection sharing a common axis with the seat hinge, whereby the seat pivots and retains the seal against vented gas loss.

Abstract: A portable self-contained vented commode is described. The stand alone apparatus includes a frame, a pivoting toilet seat, and an aligned removable collection container capable of being dumped post receipt of human waste, which container is disposed beneath the toilet seat. A seal is attached to the seat bottom to cooperate with the container for vapor retention. A flexible hose with a DC powered fan thereon is attached to the frame for collection of vapors from the container and the disposal thereof, by creating a positive pressure to expel the vapors to a distant location relative to the frame, through a vent.

Abstract: An odor removal apparatus for a toilet wherein the apparatus and toilet has a bowl, an outlet from the bowl and a barrier between the bowl and the outlet which substantially prevents odors from the outlet passing to the bowl. A gas extraction apparatus is in communication with an area in the vicinity of the bowl and the outlet whereby operation of the gas extraction apparatus substantially removes odors from the vicinity of the bowl and transfers them to the outlet. The gas extraction apparatus comprises a fan operable to induce a flow of gases and entrained odors for removal of the odors from the vicinity of a toilet. The fan is immersed in the water in the cistern of the toilet.

Abstract: To accomplish the task of removing foul air, the malodor ventilation apparatus has attachment members such as suction cups or a hook for easy installation in different locations. The apparatus has an inlet port for the intake of objectionable air and an outlet port to expel scented refreshed air. Air is drawn into the inlet port by a motorized fan that creates a pressure differential. The objectionable air is drawn through a porous filter. The porous filter is scented by several drops of a liquid scent. This scent is volatized into the malodorous air, changing the air into a pleasing aroma. The scented air is expelled and dissipated through an outlet port of the apparatus. Alternately, the apparatus can comprise a vent duct coupled to exhaust air from the outlet port.

Abstract: A system for venting noxious fumes from a toilet. A toilet seat weight-sensing switch operatively connects to a fan and activates when the seat of the toilet is sat upon. A toilet flush handle switch activates when the flush handle of the toilet activates. A timer circuit activates when the toilet flush handle switch is activated. A logic gate operatively connects to the toilet seat weight-sensing switch, the timer circuit, and the fan. When the seat of the toilet is sat upon, the toilet seat weight-sensing switch generates a pulse turning on the logic gate which generates a pulse which turns on the fan. When the flush handle of the toilet activates, the toilet flush handle switch generates a pulse turning on the timer circuit which after a predetermined time generates a pulse which turns off the logic gate which turns off the fan.

Abstract: A ventilation system is self contained on a toilet. The ventilation system has an enlarged vent pipe located in the water tank that communicates with the upper rim ducts of the toilet bowl. The vent pipe extends out of the water tank and reenters the toilet via the drain channel at a location downstream of the water trap. The vent pipe has a float valve in the water tank to prevent the tank from overflowing. A fan in the vent pipe exhausts the air from the toilet bowl; a flapper valve on the vent pipe end acts as a one-way valve preventing the flush from entering the exhaust duct.

Abstract: An exhaust fan unit (26) is mounted in a hole (86) which extends through a central region (27) of a lid (22) of a water closet (12) for exhausting air from within a bowl (16) of the water closet (12) when the lid (22) is horizontally disposed, in a closed position. A housing (32) is mounted to the lid (22) and has a window (56) for receiving a filter cartridge (34). A control circuit (96) has a position sensor (144) and control logic (142). The position sensor (144) detects when the lid (22) is moved from a vertically disposed, open position to the closed position. The control logic (142) applies electric power to operate the fan unit (72) for a predetermined time interval when the lid (22) is disposed in the closed position.

Abstract: A contamination control apparatus has a sprayer including at least one nozzle for spraying water, at least one eliminator having a passageway in which air is sprayed with the water to remove potential contaminants from the air, and a circulator for providing the sprayer with the water. The circulator includes a pH control device for adjusting the pH of the water fed to the sprayer, and an organic matter removing device for removing organic matter from the water. The contamination control apparatus can be advantageously employed in an air-conditioning system of a substrate processing facility.

Abstract: Bordier Stinky Free is the air suctioned by a pump adapted by hoses, ducts and a switch to maintain an odor free environment in the restroom.

Abstract: A portable self-contained vented commode is described. The stand alone apparatus includes a frame, a pivoting toilet seat, and an aligned removable collection container capable of being dumped post receipt of human waste, which container is disposed beneath the toilet seat. A seal is attached to the seat bottom to cooperate with the container for vapor retention. A flexible hose with a DC powered fan thereon is attached to the frame for collection of vapors from the container and the disposal thereof, by creating a positive pressure to expel the vapors to a distant location relative to the frame, through a vent.

Abstract: It attaches to the Toilet Bowl under the seat. Concealed-wire Sensor are there to activate the Exhaust System in back, when it senses the need, automatically. Exhaust Turbine shuts-off automatically after about ten minutes. Air Inlet for fast air-intake. Air-intake being caused by the Exhaust Turbine in the back, not letting stink escape off the bowl. An Attachment would be hooked-up in the back to take Methane and Stink Exhaust out of the premises.

Abstract: A ventilated toilet system with a toilet bowl with a toilet rim and a perimeter, that has a plurality of rim holes around the perimeter which is fluidly connected to a flush passage and other parts of the ventilated toilet system. There is also a toilet tank with an overflow float valve that sits on top of an overflow tube, with an overflow tube fitting fitted onto the overflow tube, which is connected to a flush tube that fluidly connects into the flush passage of the toilet bowl. The overflow tube fitting is also attached and fluidly connected to an odor exhaust pipe and to an exhaust fan system to expel odors from the ventilated toilet system.

Abstract: The odor transporter system for a toilet bowl comprises a box container hung on the rear wall of and inside the flush tank having an air/water valve hole in its front wall, and containing a tee connector. One horizontal tube exits from the tee connector to accept water from the conventional water feed valve. The second horizontal tube feeds into a reservoir mounted on a valve which is open on top and attached to an arm of a ball float. The third vertical tube passes down into the water overflow pipe inside the box container. A nylon cord attached to the side of the valve body passes through a ring located at the bottom of the box container to the flushing lever. The high vacuum for exhausting the foul air is created by a powerful air handler apparatus connected externally outside the toilet room, and controlled by the conventional wall mounted Light/fan switch or a remote RF switch.

Abstract: A portable venting commode apparatus includes a chute attached to a toilet seat that is inserted into a conventional type of flush-type toilet. A modified tapered chute is described along with a seal mechanism. A DC brushless fan motor and flexible vent hoses are used to conduct offensive smelling vapors through an opening in the toilet seat, through a vent assembly and out of the area. A modified stand alone apparatus that does not cooperate with the flush-type toilet is described that includes a removable container for collecting the urine and fecal matter therein that is later emptied when needed. The fan is used to expel the vapors under positive pressure through one of the vent hoses to a distal location.

Abstract: A ventilated toilet assembly includes a ventilated toilet seat device for positioning between a toilet bowl and a water tank. The device comprises a base section having an aperture extending therethrough. The base section is positioned between the toilet bowl and the water tank. An exhaust conduit extends through the base section. An air moving assembly is mounted in the exhaust conduit for selectively drawing air into an exhaust inlet and forcing the air outwardly through an exhaust outlet. A toilet seat is hingedly attached to the base section. A tubular member is mounted on a bottom side of the toilet. The tubular member forms a loop and has a coupler fluidly coupled thereto. The coupler is aligned with and is fluidly coupled to the exhaust inlet when the toilet seat is abutted against the toilet bowl. The tubular member has a plurality of apertures extending therein.

Abstract: A toilet seat ventilation assembly for mounting on a toilet bowl includes a seat having a and air passageway and plurality of vent holes formed in the seat. A tubular manifold is rotatably secured in mounting fixtures at the rear of the toilet seat. The toilet seat is rotatably secured to the manifold by hinges having a passageway for communicating air from the toilet seat to the inlet of the manifold. The mounting fixtures have a passageway for communicating air from the outlet of the manifold to an exhaust conduit. The toilet seat cover has hinges for connecting the toilet seat cover to the manifold in a fixed manner. Pivoting the toilet cover between a horizontal position and a vertical position causes the manifold to rotate within the toilet seat hinges and the mounting fixtures.

Abstract: A motor-fan system immediately combines small warm odorous clouds of molecules emitted by the human body and associated excrements with enormous volumes of cool non-odorous molecules drawn from outside of the toil bowl. The gross mixture is funneled into the homogenizing unit rotating 3000 rpm, which in turn forces the air through a large dense filter of activated charcoal. The size and density of this filter is designed to; 1) to absorb sparsely dispersed odorous molecules and, 2) to act as a barrier to allow cooling of the warm odorous molecules. The homogenized air passes into a lower-most compartment where large scented granules are placed to; 1) bury the odorous molecule that may escape the process and, 2) to pass a pleasant aroma into the adjacent space at floor level. Misc. specification: power source is 120 v, molded unit and parts except motor, fan and filter.

Abstract: An apparatus for preventing objectionable odors from escaping from a toilet bowl consisting of an air-tight seal between the toilet seat and the bowl rim, an air-tight seal between the flush tank and its cover, and a blower that exhausts gases from the toilet bowl through the water apertures in the bowl rim into the flush tank and from there to a point outside the bathroom.

Abstract: A toilet includes a toilet bowl having a rim bounding a mouth. An attached toilet seat confronts the rim and an attached odor collector is capable of being activated moving air from the toilet bowl through the mouth and deodorizing the air. Shield structure between the rim and the toilet seat inhibits air from transferring between the toilet seat and the rim and channels air from the toilet bowl to the odor collector. A sensor is capable of sensing objects and activating the odor collector in response thereto.

Abstract: A ventilation system (10) for a conventional flush toilet (100) generally comprises a battery (20); an air sweetener (30) in a water tank (140) for deodorizing or scenting air (90D); an air flow device (40) positioned within a tank (140) including a duct (50) with a fan (60) therein, and an electrical circuit (70) powering a fan (60) when a circuit (70) is activated. The duct (50) receives a bowl filling hose (166) and attaches to a top end (172) of a bowl fill pipe (170) so as to receive air from a bowl (120). A float switch (80) may deactivate a fan circuit (70) after flushing.

Abstract: A toilet bowl ventilation apparatus for treating air from a toilet having an intake duct proximal to the toilet bowl, a hose for connecting the intake duct to a fan unit creating a vacuum through the intake duct and the hose so as to draw air from the toilet bowl region into the intake duct and then through the hose, a dispensing unit with a filter for treating air that receives the air drawn from the toilet bowl by the vacuum for creating a vacuum; and one or more switches for activating the apparatus. The toilet bowl ventilation apparatus can have a proximity sensor that can detect the presence of a person proximal to the toilet.

Abstract: An air deodorizing assembly including a frame having a liquid reservoir; a filter element connected to the frame; and a switch actuator connected to the frame. The switch actuator is adapted to cause an open electrical path to close when the frame is located proximate the open electrical path.

Abstract: An air filter assembly including a frame, a filter and an odor eliminator liquid. The frame forms an air flow channel. The filter is connected to the frame in the air flow channel. The filter includes at least one filter element. The odor eliminator liquid is located on a first one of the filter elements.

Abstract: A toilet bowl ventilation apparatus for treating air from a toilet having an intake duct proximal to the toilet bowl, a hose for connecting the intake duct to a means for generating a vacuum, wherein the means for creating a vacuum creates a vacuum through the intake duct and the hose so as to draw air from the toilet bowl region into the intake duct and then through the hose, means for treating air that receives the air drawn from the toilet bowl by the means for creating a vacuum; and means for activating the apparatus. The toilet bowl ventilation apparatus can have a proximity sensor that can detect the presence of a person proximal to the toilet.

Abstract: An apparatus which incorporates an air ventilation system into a standard toilet seat is disclosed. The apparatus would connect a filtration system to the rear half portion of a toilet seat by a plurality of ventilation pathways, which would connect to two primary ventilation pathways located in the rear of a toilet seat, which in turn would connect to the filtration system via a house connection. The filtration system itself would be housed in a box-like container, with the container having two major compartments, a filter compartment and a fan compartment.

Abstract: An air filter assembly including a frame, a filter and an odor eliminator liquid. The frame forms an air flow channel. The filter is connected to the frame in the air flow channel. The filter includes at least one filter element. The odor eliminator liquid is located on a first one of the filter elements.

Abstract: The Odor-Vac is an attachment that can easily be added to an existing toilet to extract odor from the toilet bowl as the user relieves oneself The odor in the toilet is extracted via a fan mounted over a hole in the wall behind the toilet through perforated hoses placed under the toilet seat and connected to the fan housing on the wall. One of the unique features of this invention is that, unlike most other inventions patented to accomplish this task, this attachment can be sold to the general public, who can attach to existing toilets using common tools and skills.

Abstract: A toilet-ventilating device including a toilet seat having an internal passageway with a number of access ports. A hose extends from the toilet seat and communicates with the internal passageway. A deodorizer is connected to the hose. The deodorizer includes a housing having an inlet opening and an outlet opening. A blower is positioned within the housing for moving air from the internal passageway into the housing through the inlet opening and from the housing through the outlet opening. An air-permeable cartridge containing an aromatic substance is clipped to the exterior of the housing and covers the outlet opening.

Abstract: Ventilation system (10) for conventional flush toilet (100) generally comprises battery (20); air sweetener (30) in water tank (140) for deodorizing or scenting air(90D); air flow device (40) positioned within tank (140) including duct (50) with fan (60) therein, and electrical circuit (70) powering fan (60) when circuit (70) is activated.

Abstract: A new and improved device, kit and associated method of using is disclosed for placement onto a standard commode having a movable toilet seat pivotally hinged to a bowl of the commode and for venting noxious odors emanating from the bowl. The device comprises a base, a vent chamber, a collection tube, a housing and a vent tube. The base and the vent chamber are positioned near the rear top portion of the bowl in which when the toilet seat is in a horizontally lowered position, then an on/off switch is enabled which activates the fan within the housing to suck any noxious odors from the vicinity of the bowl through the vent tube via the vent chamber, collection tube and housing. The kit comprises the unassembled components of the device. The method of using comprises the steps of adhering, adjoining, affixing, coupling, defecating, drilling, dropping, flushing, inserting, leaving, lifting, obtaining, plugging, pressing, sitting, standing, and sticking.

Abstract: An exhaust head mounted detachably to a toilet side includes a collection portion that extends inward toward the toilet bowl between the toilet base and toilet seat to collect toilet gases. The head conforms to the shape of the toilet base with a thin profile as it proceeds rearward along the toilet base from the collection portion. An inconspicuous lavatory outlet duct runs along the lavatory wall and ceiling to provide fluid communication between flexible tube and the lavatory vent. A flexible tube that bends to allow the head to be removed from the toilet for cleaning connects the head to the outlet duct. Typically, the head is attached by means of a mild magnet attached with adhesive to the toilet base side and a matching ferromagnetic material on the head aligned with the magnet. A vent insert, to which the lavatory vents are connected, is provided for installation between a preexisting room vent cover and a building duct for closing the vent upon command.

Abstract: A toilet bowl ventilation apparatus for treating air from a toilet having an intake duct proximal to the toilet bowl, a hose for connecting the intake duct to a vacuum so as to draw air from the toilet bowl region into the intake duct and then through the hose, filters and/or air fresheners for treating air that receives the air drawn from the toilet bowl by the vacuum; and one or more switches for activating the apparatus.

Abstract: Disclosed is a ventilation device for removing offensive odors from within and near the toilet bowl, incorporating a modular asymmetrical exhaust airway to permit retrofitting onto a variety of toilet designs. The device may be used with a specially-designed toilet seat containing an internal duct and air outlets on its lower surface, or it may be used with a standard toilet seat by drawing gases from the bowl, through the space between the seat and the rim of the bowl, yet above the flood rim level specified in many plumbing codes. The invention also includes an easily disassemble design for sanitary cleaning.

Abstract: The toilet splash shield system prevents urine and waste from splashing out of a toilet bowl, and includes a toilet bowl having a rim having upper and lower sides and front and back ends. The rim has a bore extending therethrough, and the bore is in communication with an air pump. The rim has a plurality of vent holes extending into the bore from an inner perimeter of the rim. Further, the rim has a vent in communication with the bore for permitting passage of air from the bore through an inner perimeter of the rim.

Abstract: A toilet ventilation system includes a manifold having an inlet through which gasses may be drawn from a toilet bowl area, at least one outlet, and a hollow interior through which gasses are routed from the inlet to the outlet(s). An exhaust conduit extends from the outlet(s). An air flow inducing element draws air from the toilet area through the manifold from its inlet to the outlet(s) through the exhaust conduit to an exhaust point. The manifold has a bottom surface adjacent the inlet which slopes downwardly in the direction of the inlet, causing fluid which enters the inlet to drain back out of the inlet. In one embodiment, the manifold includes at least one wall extending upwardly from the bottom surface, preventing fluid from traveling through the manifold from the inlet to the outlet(s).

Abstract: A ventilation system to remove odors from a toilet bowl has an odor collection receptacle coupled to the toilet bowl. A seal is formed between the odor collection receptacle and a toilet seat of the toilet bowl when the toilet seat is lowered. A skirting is coupled to a bottom section of the toilet seat. The skirting maintains the toilet seat in a level position and controls an amount of air into the toilet bowl to prevent odors from escaping. Tubing is coupled to the odor collection device to remove the odors from the toilet bowl. A fan is coupled to the tubing to draw the odors from the toilet bowl through the tubing.

Abstract: A toilet that exhausts odious air therefrom. The toilet includes a bowl, a main trap, a housing, a secondary trap, and a fan. The bowl has a rim and contains a chamber that communicates with the rim and receives human waste that produces the odious air. The main trap is contained in the bowl and communicates the chamber with a waste so as to provide a passageway from the chamber to the waste for the human waste. The housing is contained in the bowl and communicates the chamber with the waste so as to provide a passageway from the chamber to the waste for the odious air. The secondary trap is contained in the bowl and communicates the housing with the waste so as to provide a passageway from the housing to the waste for the odious air. The fan is contained in the housing and activates when a user sits on the bowl, and when activated, moves the odious air from the chamber, through the housing, through the secondary trap, and into the waste.

Abstract: A toilet that exhausts odious air therefrom. The toilet includes a bowl, a main trap, a housing, a secondary trap, and a fan. The bowl has a rim and contains a chamber that communicates with the rim and receives human waste that produces the odious air. The main trap is contained in the bowl and communicates the chamber with a waste so as to provide a passageway from the chamber to the waste for the human waste. The housing is contained in the bowl and communicates the chamber with the waste so as to provide a passageway from the chamber to the waste for the odious air. The secondary trap is contained in the bowl and communicates the housing with the waste so as to provide a passageway from the housing to the waste for the odious air. The fan is contained in the housing and activates when a user sits on the bowl, and when activated, moves the odious air from the chamber, through the housing, through the secondary trap, and into the waste.

Abstract: An odor evacuation and mitigation system for a bathroom space including a central evacuation fan system, an odor evacuation system for a toilet having a toilet bowl, an automatic flushing system, and a steam and moisture ventilation system. The fan system includes an enclosure having a motor and fan therein and connected to an exhaust hose for expelling odors. The odor evacuation system for a toilet includes a flush valve in communication with a pipe, connected to an external suction device for removal of odors, through an overflow pipe and an evacuation pipe. The automatic flushing system includes a sensor connected to a servomotor for rotation of an actuation lever connected to a flush valve. The steam ventilation system includes a manifold body disposed over a shower enclosure and having a grille through which air flows into the manifold body and outward through an externally extending hose.

Abstract: Disclosed is a venting device for removing unpleasant odors directly from inside the toilet bowl where most offensive odors originate. The odor is removed by means of an adjustable air intake which projects into a tubular device that attaches by means of tubing to duct work which exhaust unpleasant air via a duct fan. The exhausted air can be directed into attic, basement, crawl space areas, or may be sent directly outside by roof or side vents. Activation of exhaust fan may be by means of a typical on or off switch, motion detector or other devices.

Abstract: To accomplish the task of removing foul air, the malodor ventilation apparatus has attachment members such as suction cups or a hook for easy installation in different locations. The apparatus has an inlet port for the intake of objectionable air and an outlet port to expel scented refreshed air. Air is drawn into the inlet port by a motorized fan that creates a pressure differential. The objectionable air is drawn through a porous filter. The porous filter is scented by several drops of a liquid scent. This scent is volatized into the malodorous air, changing the air into a pleasing aroma. The scented air is expelled and dissipated through an outlet port of the apparatus. Alternately, the apparatus can comprise a vent duct coupled to exhaust air from the outlet port.

Abstract: A toilet flushing and cleaning device includes a reservoir with a cylinder and a mixing tube disposed therein. The cylinder communicates with a water source. A plunger is slidably disposed in the cylinder. A plurality of spray nozzles communicate with the mixing tube. When a flush valve is opened to allow water into the cylinder, the piston is driven upwards. The increase in air pressure drives pressurized air and water into the mixing tube such that the spray nozzles clean the toilet with a burst of air-water mixture. In a further embodiment, a funnel is disposed in the toilet bowl and a bucket is suspended at the lower opening of the funnel. When the piston is driven upwards, the bucket is pivoted to release its contents. Additionally, a blower disposed between the funnel and the toilet bowl may be used to drawing air and odors from inside said funnel and directing air into said toilet bowl for release through the existing drain pipe and vent pipe.

Abstract: An odor removing toilet seat system 10 includes a toilet seat with an airflow chamber. The airflow chamber has a plurality of apertures. The blower assembly is connected to the airflow chamber by an intake tube. The blower assembly withdraws air from the airflow chamber. The withdrawal of air from the airflow chamber creates a vacuum within the airflow chamber. The vacuum draws exterior air from a toilet bowl into the airflow chamber. The plurality of apertures travel from the airflow chamber to the exterior air in the toilet bowl. The exterior air is drawn from the toilet bowl through the plurality of apertures and into the airflow chamber.

Abstract: A toilet ventilation system is disclosed. The system includes a manifold which is connectable to a toilet near an opening of a bowl thereof, and in one or more embodiments, a hollow toilet seat. The manifold has an inlet through which gasses may be drawn from the toilet area, at least one outlet, and a hollow interior through which gasses are routed from the inlet to the at least one outlet. The system also includes an elbow connected to the manifold at the outlet, an exhaust conduit connected to the elbow, and an air flow inducing element for drawing air from the toilet area through the manifold from its inlet to outlet and then through the elbow and exhaust conduit to an exhaust point. In one or more other embodiments, manifold has a bottom surface adjacent the inlet which slopes downwardly in the direction of the inlet, causing fluid which enters the inlet to drain back out of the inlet.

Abstract: An air cleaning device of the type for deodorizing and/or masking odor from a toilet is provided. The air cleaning device comprises a housing having a cleaning section, the housing connectable to a toilet bowl with the housing being positioned within the toilet bowl; a motor and fan functionally positioned within the housing; a cleaning element positioned approximate the fan within the housing; and at least one switch electrically connecting the fan motor to a power source for operationally controlling the motor. When the motor is activated, air within the toilet is drawn through the housing and across the cleaning element, exhausting the air within the toilet bowl.

Abstract: This invention relates to a sanitary device comprising a body with a pierced carrier (11) defining a channel (11a) for a distribution of a flush water, and a trap (12) terminating in a soil pipe (12′) as in water closet bowl. The body of the sanitary device is integrally formed with at least one suction conduit (13), having various holes opening inwards said device body and connectable to at least one suction apparatus for internal airing of the device body and the removal of bad smells from the body. The suction apparatus is reversible in order to create a jet towards the interior of the body of the device.

Abstract: A gas evacuating device is provided for evacuating organic intestinal gases from a toilet to outside of a bathroom. The device includes a toilet seat installed on a toilet base, and base or support members for securing the toilet seat to the toilet base at opposing sides of the toilet seat. A rubber joint member is disposed between the seat and the base of the toilet and has openings therein. The toilet seat is provided with channels in which filters are disposed, and holes leading from the toilet interior to the channels. Passages are provided in the seat and the base members to connect the channels to a hose and a gas extractor.

Abstract: The invention provides a toilet bowl odor extraction system 50 for extracting bad odor laden air from a toilet bowl 9. The odor extraction system 50 includes a conduit 1 connected to the toilet bowl 9 rim area 23 and an extraction fan 3 configured to direct the odor laden air along the odor extraction route 8 from out of the toilet bowl 9 along a substantially unimpeded flow path to a remote location 4 through at least a portion of a flush water supply pipe 15 from where it enters the toilet bowl 9 and supplies the toilet bowl with flush water.

Abstract: A toilet system comprises a ventilation apparatus for eliminating the odor from a toilet bowl. The ventilation apparatus includes a ventilation pipe directly or indirectly connected to a hose, which is attached to a suction device. The ventilation apparatus may include a draining device for draining overflow water into the toilet bowl. The toilet system may further comprises an automatic flushing mechanism, which includes a sensing device capable of detecting the presence of a user, a motion device being activatable by the sensing device, and a lever connected to a flapper for opening and closing a flush valve.