Cool breeze

Abstract

The present invention provides a misting canopy for assistive mobility devices such as scooters for mobility a simple means of enjoying cool comfort when spending time in extreme temperatures. An ample, protective canopy, the Cool Breeze protects the user from overexposure to the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. Eliminating the discomfort and painful sunburns associated with spending time in the direct sunlight, the Cool Breeze affords users cool shade on bright, sunny days. In addition, on extremely hot afternoons when temperatures rise to unbearable levels, users utilize the integrated mister as a means of cooling the body with a refreshing mist of water. As such, use of the Cool Breeze enables consumers to spend long hours in the sun in supreme comfort.

1 . A protective canopy device for use on scooters and similar assistive mobility devices comprising an integrated water reservoir and spray mister, through which a spray of water is dispensed, wherein the frame of the canopy comprises lightweight, collapsible aluminum or plastic framework, and the canopy fits over the framework and comprises water resistant nylon™, canvas or other synthetic material. 
     
     
         2 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the canopy is generally rectangular in shape and is sized appropriately to encompass the area directly over top of the chair, extending down over the back rest and thus protecting the head, legs and arms of the user, further wherein heavy duty clamp fasteners for use in securing the canopy to the scooter are positioned on each end of the base of the framework, and wherein the sides of the canopy extend downward from the top by about eight inches. 
     
     
         3 . The device of  claim 2  wherein the canopy comprises one-piece construction that is continuous from the back of the chair to the top, and wherein the canopy can be flipped over to expose the bar of the framework which can be used as a carry handle. 
     
     
         4 . The device of  claim 2  further comprising a seat cover which is adjustably attached to the seat by means of hook and loop fasteners. 
     
     
         5 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the water reservoir comprises lightweight plastic material, and wherein the reservoir is positioned near the base of the canopy, and including a simple cap or valve positioned on the side or bottom of the reservoir for use in easily filling the unit with cooling water and wherein the reservoir is clamped to the base of the canopy, or when not in use, stored in a handy basket receptacle attached to the scooter's back rest and wherein the reservoir is internally connected by means of a pump and integrated tubing through the framework, with a series of small mister nozzles spaced apart along the top of the framework, directing the spray on the user. 
     
     
         6 . The device of  claim 5  wherein the pump is an electric rechargeable pump. 
     
     
         7 . The device of  claim 5  wherein the pump is a manually operated hand pump. 
     
     
         8 . The device of  claim 5  wherein the pump is battery powered.