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  • ABSTRACT The water-healed mirror ineludes a glggs mirror I panel having conduit means on the reverse surfae thereof in [56] Referencesfiml heat exchange relationship therewith through whih hot water UNITED STATES PATENTS flows to elevate the temperature of the glass panel and prevent 1,482,313 1/1924 Matthe 350/3 condensation of moisture on the reflecting surface thereof.
  • the present invention provides a means for flowing hot water through conduit structure provided on the reverse side of the glass mirror panel in heat exchange relationship therewith.
  • the flow of hot water causes the glass panel to become warm and thus prevents the condensation of moisture on the reflecting surface, it being appreciated that moisture will not condense on a surface which is at an elevated temperature.
  • Several different structures are provided in accordance with the present invention for accomplishing the purpose".
  • the mirror assembly thus provided may easily be integrated into the existing conduit means provided in bathrooms. A fitting is disclosed which permits ready installation of the water inlet of the mirror to existing shower heads.
  • the mirror assembly is relatively inexpensive and does not require extensive modification of the bathroom plumbing for installation.
  • the water-heated mirror comprises a shell having a backwall with upstanding side and end walls.
  • a glass mirror panel is glazed on the outer marginal edges of the upstanding walls to define an interior chamber.
  • Water conduit means are provided for the flow of hot water on the reverse surface of the glass mirror panel within the chamber interior.
  • Hot water inlet means are provided for said conduit means and outlet means are provided in the conduit means for drainage of spent water therefrom.
  • FIG. lj is a view in perspective of one embodiment of the water-heated mirror of the present invention illustratively mounted ina shower stall;
  • FIG. 2 is a front elevational view ofthe mirror of FIG. 1.
  • FIG. 3 is a view in section taken substantially along the line 3-3 of FIG. 2 looking in the direction of the arrows;
  • FIG. 4 is a sectional view of the mirror taken substantially along the line 4..4 of FIG. 2 looking in the direction of the arrows;
  • FIG. 5 isan enlarged view of the right-hand portion of'FlG. 4;
  • FIG. 8. is a sectional view takensubstantially along the line of FIG. 7 lookingin the direction of the arrows and pivoted 90 in the clockwisedirection;
  • FIG. 9' IS a view in perspective of a further embodiment, of the water-heated mirror
  • FIG. 10 is a sectional view. taken substantially along the, line, l0 .-.l0.of'FlG. 9 looking-in the-direction'of the arrows;
  • FIG. 11 is a-sectional view taken substantially. along the line 11-11 of FIG. 9-Iook ing-in-the;direction of the-arrows;
  • each frame element comprises a sidewall 28 and a front wall 30 which extends at right angles thereto.
  • a first flange 32 extends from the inner surface of the sidewall 28 parallel to the front wall 30' and spaced rcarwardly therefrom to define a channel for receiving an edge portion of the glass plate 16.
  • the plate 16 is glazed into the channel by use of a suitable glazing material to firmly hold the glass in place and result in a fluidtight joint.
  • a second flange 34 extends from the inner surface of the sidewall 28 parallel to the first flange 32 and spaced rearwardly therefrom to define a central channel 36.
  • the flange 34 and rear portion of the sidewall 28 define an L-shaped recess.
  • a rectangular panel 40 is received in this recess to form the backwall of the mirror unit.
  • the panel 40 is illustratively fabricated of a waterproof fibrous material. However, other materials such as metal or plastic may be used to fabricate the panel 40.
  • the panel 40 is secured in place by means of a suitable adhesive to result in the entire unit being fluidtight.
  • the mirror assembly thus far described defines a central space 42 which is utilized to receive a sinuous tubular coil 44.
  • the coil 44 is formed in a sinuous pattern having downwardly directed tubular portions 46 and upwardly directed portion'48 interconnected by two bends 50, 52.
  • the coil 44 is of a size to substantially occupy the space 42 both vertically and horizontally to thereby substantially cover the glass plate 16.
  • the coil is placed in intimate, heat-exchange contact with the inner surface 54 of the glass plate 16. This may be accomplished by use of a suitable adhesive.
  • the coil 44 may be fabricated of a metal such as copper or it may be fabricated of a plastic material.
  • the fitting 64 permitsintegration of the mirror 10'- with a standard shower head arrangement without the need for extensive modification of the shower head.
  • a flexible'drain tube 74 extends downwardly from the outlet 58 for the passage of waterfrom the unit onto the showerfloor for flushing through the usual drain provided therein.
  • FIGS. 7 and 8 illustrate another embodimentof' a: water: heatedjmirror 76.
  • Thezmirror 76 comprises aagenerally rectangular-shell 78in which is mountedcarglassmirror'panelistl;
  • Thezmirror 76 comprises aagenerally rectangular-shell 78in which is mountedcarglassmirror'panelistl;
  • the shell 78 is-illustratively fabricatedof metal. However, the shell may be inexpensivelyformedof plastic. by the:vacuum-molding process.
  • the shell 78 comprises a backwall 81 having upstanding sidewalls 82.
  • An L-shaped flange 84 is provided on the outer edges of the sidewalls 82 to define a recess to receive the glass mirror panel 80.
  • the panel 80 is glazed into the shell by use of a suitable adhesive to make the juncture of the panel and shell fluidtight.
  • a tubular inlet 86 is provided in the upper wall of the shell for connection to the hot water as described in connection with FIG. 1.
  • a tubular outlet 88 is provided in the lower wall of the shell for drainage of water from the unit as previously described.
  • the water finally drains through the outlet 88.
  • the vanes 90, 92 in addition to guiding the water flow, also serve as structural reinforcements for the unit.
  • the vanes extend between the glass mirror panel 80 and backwall 81 of the shell 78 to thus reinforce these walls.
  • the sidewalls of the unit are similarly reinforced by the connection of the vanes thereto.
  • FIGS. 9-l1 illustrate another embodiment of a waterheated mirror 96.
  • the mirror 96 comprises a shell 98 in which the glass mirror panel 100 is glazed.
  • the shell 98 comprises a backwall 102 having upstanding sidewalls 104, 106, top wall 108 and bottom wall 110.
  • a notch 112 is provided in the top wall 108.
  • An opening 114 in the notch receives a tubular inlet member 116 which is connected to the source of hot water (not shown).
  • a peripheral flange 118 extends entirely around the shell 98 outwardly from the outer edges of the walls 104, 106, 108, 110.
  • the glass mirror 100 has a sheet 120 of plastic material adhered to the rear surface thereof.
  • the sheet 120 in turn is adhered to the surface of the flange 118 in fluidtight relationship to result in the interior of the assembly being fluidtight.
  • the sheet 120 serves to insulate the glass from direct contact with the hot water. Additionally, the sheet 120 may be selected for easy adherence to both glass and metal, the shell 98 being illustratively fabricated of metal.
  • a plurality of cylindrical recesses 128 are provided in spaced-apart relationship in the center of the backwall 102 of the shell 98.
  • the recesses 128 extend into contact with the sheet 120.
  • the recesses 128 serve to space the backwall 102 from the sheet 120 and also to reinforce the structure. In addition, they serve to direct water flow uniformly throughout the shell.
  • Elongated recesses 130, 132 are provided on each side of the cylindrical recesses 128. These recesses also engage the sheet 120 and serve the same purposes as the recesses 128.
  • Means are provided to constantly drain the spent water from the space 134.
  • opening 140 is provided in the upper wall portion 142 for the drainage of water as illustrated by the solid arrows 144. Water thus constantly drains from the sides of the mirror unit.
  • the lower wall portion 146 of the notches is angled downwardly to assist in the gravity flow of the water.
  • Additional spaced-apart openings 148 are provided in the bottom wall for the drainage of water as illustrated by the solid arrows 150 in FIG. 11. These drainage openings 140, 148 cause the water to flow uniformly within chamber134.
  • suction cups 152' are provided for securement of the mirror unit 96 to a supporting wall surface.
  • the suction cups 152 are held in place by means of screws 154 which extend through openings in'the backwall 102 into threaded engagement with enlarged portions 156 of the suction cups.
  • the mirror unit may thus be applied to virtually any wall surface by merely pressing the suction cups into engagement therewith.
  • FIG. 13 illustrates an alternate means for mounting of the mirror 96.
  • elongated permanent magnets 158, 160 are secured in the elongated recesses 130, 132 of the backwall 102.
  • the magnets may be secured in place by means of a suitable adhesive. ln mounting of the mirror unit, the unit is merely pressed against the supporting wall surface whereupon the magnets 158, 160 will hold the mirror in place. It is, of course, necessary to have a wall surface which is metallic in nature or which has a metallic portion thereon as, for example, the metallic trim frequently provided in modern bathroom designs.
  • An indoor water-heated mirror for use in steamy bath areas comprising a glass mirror panel, water conduit means for the flow of hot water on the reverse surface of said panel in heat exchange relationship with the panel to heat the panel and prevent steam from condensing thereon, hot water inlet means to said conduit means, outlet means in said conduit means for drainage of spent water therefrom, said water conduit means comprising a shell having a backwall with upstanding side and end walls, said glass mirror panel being glazed to the outer marginal edges of said sidewalls to thereby define an interior chamber, and structure within said chamber defining a flow path for hot water to cause flow of water within the chamber in paths to pass substantially uniformly over the reverse surface of said glass mirror and in heat exchange relationship therewith, said structure within said chamber defining a flow path for hot water is a sinuous tubular coil in heat exchange relationship with the reverse surface of said glass mirror panel.

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The water-heated mirror includes a glass mirror panel having conduit means on the reverse surface thereof in heat exchange relationship therewith through which hot water flows to elevate the temperature of the glass panel and prevent condensation of moisture on the reflecting surface thereof.

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United States Patent '[72] Inventor CharlesM.Smillie,lll 1,843,828 2/1932 McNaughtwnw 350/61X 42201verness,0rchard Lake.Mich.48033 2,722,160 11/1955 Prutzman .4 350/61 [21] A ppl.No- 812,155 3305,202 2/1967 Christensen 248/467 [22] Filed Apr. 1,1969 3.371448 3/1968 Butler .v 4/146X [4 1 111 .Iu y20,|97l 3,377,117 4/1968 Biscgw 248/467X 3,394,697 7/1968 Lewis 165/171X 3.461.870 8/1969 VanLinge 4/145X FOREIGN PATENTS [541 yal 'f 'g mfigggg 602,619 3/1960 Italy 350/3 Primary Examiner-David Schonberg [52] U.S.Cl 350/61, ASsl-stamExaminer -rob H K y usmer [s11 1m.C1ffff'f?i?1'..lfillifiiffffffi.if?$5353- Amehwhmemo'e*"bmBe'knap [50] FieldofScarch BSD/61,3, I I
310; 165/47, 168, 171; 4/145, 146, 148; 248/46 ABSTRACT: The water-healed mirror ineludes a glggs mirror I panel having conduit means on the reverse surfae thereof in [56] Referencesfiml heat exchange relationship therewith through whih hot water UNITED STATES PATENTS flows to elevate the temperature of the glass panel and prevent 1,482,313 1/1924 Miethe 350/3 condensation of moisture on the reflecting surface thereof.
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AT RNEYS llO WATER-HEATED MIRROR BACKGROUND or THE INVENTION Mirrors are frequently provided in bathrooms and shower areas for use in shaving, combing the hair, and the like. When a person takes a hot shower or a hot bath, steam generated from the hot water used for bathing or showering causes moisture to condense on the reflecting surface of the mirror, thus making the mirror unusable for its usual purpose.
The present invention provides a means for flowing hot water through conduit structure provided on the reverse side of the glass mirror panel in heat exchange relationship therewith. The flow of hot water causes the glass panel to become warm and thus prevents the condensation of moisture on the reflecting surface, it being appreciated that moisture will not condense on a surface which is at an elevated temperature. Several different structures are provided in accordance with the present invention for accomplishing the purpose". The mirror assembly thus provided may easily be integrated into the existing conduit means provided in bathrooms. A fitting is disclosed which permits ready installation of the water inlet of the mirror to existing shower heads. The mirror assembly is relatively inexpensive and does not require extensive modification of the bathroom plumbing for installation.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The water-heated mirror comprises a shell having a backwall with upstanding side and end walls. A glass mirror panel is glazed on the outer marginal edges of the upstanding walls to define an interior chamber. Water conduit means are provided for the flow of hot water on the reverse surface of the glass mirror panel within the chamber interior. Hot water inlet means are provided for said conduit means and outlet means are provided in the conduit means for drainage of spent water therefrom.
IN THE DRAWINGS FIG. ljis a view in perspective of one embodiment of the water-heated mirror of the present invention illustratively mounted ina shower stall;
FIG. 2 is a front elevational view ofthe mirror of FIG. 1.;
FIG. 3 is a view in section taken substantially along the line 3-3 of FIG. 2 looking in the direction of the arrows;
FIG. 4 is a sectional view of the mirror taken substantially along the line 4..4 of FIG. 2 looking in the direction of the arrows;
FIG. 5 isan enlarged view of the right-hand portion of'FlG. 4;
FIG. 6 -is a view in perspective of the fitting utilized to connect the mirror to the water supply;
FIG. 7 is a front-elevational view of another embodiment of a water-heated mirror;
FIG. 8. is a sectional view takensubstantially along the line of FIG. 7 lookingin the direction of the arrows and pivoted 90 in the clockwisedirection;
FIG. 9' IS a view in perspective of a further embodiment, of the water-heated mirror;
FIG. 10 is a sectional view. taken substantially along the, line, l0 .-.l0.of'FlG. 9 looking-in the-direction'of the arrows;
FIG. 11, is a-sectional view taken substantially. along the line 11-11 of FIG. 9-Iook ing-in-the;direction of the-arrows;
FIG. 1-2 is a sectional view 0f=oncofthe suction-cups of FIG. 9. illustrating the mode of attachment thereof to the, mirror-assembly; and;
FIG. llisasectional viewillustrating magnetmeans for attaching-the; mirrorto-a support structure.
Referring-first to the-embodiment illustrated in FIGS. l6., it will be notedthat-the water-heatedmirror. 1'0:- is;.mounted=on the wall l2; of: a shower-stallbeneath theshower head 14 The mirror is'of relativelylargesize to result. inafullgview. ofthe upper portion of a person 5 body. The mirror is mounted at approximately eye level so that it may be used for shaving, combing of the hair, and the like.
The mirror assembly comprises a glass plate 16 having the usual silvering thereon for reflecting purposes. The plate 16 is mounted in a generally rectangular frame 18. The frame I8 comprises top and bottom elements 20, 22 and side elements 24, 26. The ends of these elements are mitred so that they will fit together in the desired rectangular shape.
The cross-sectional configuration of the frame elements is best illustrated in FIG. 5. As will be there noted, each frame element comprises a sidewall 28 and a front wall 30 which extends at right angles thereto. A first flange 32 extends from the inner surface of the sidewall 28 parallel to the front wall 30' and spaced rcarwardly therefrom to define a channel for receiving an edge portion of the glass plate 16. The plate 16 is glazed into the channel by use of a suitable glazing material to firmly hold the glass in place and result in a fluidtight joint.
A second flange 34 extends from the inner surface of the sidewall 28 parallel to the first flange 32 and spaced rearwardly therefrom to define a central channel 36. The flange 34 and rear portion of the sidewall 28 define an L-shaped recess. A rectangular panel 40 is received in this recess to form the backwall of the mirror unit. The panel 40 is illustratively fabricated of a waterproof fibrous material. However, other materials such as metal or plastic may be used to fabricate the panel 40. The panel 40 is secured in place by means of a suitable adhesive to result in the entire unit being fluidtight.
The mirror assembly thus far described defines a central space 42 which is utilized to receive a sinuous tubular coil 44. The coil 44 is formed in a sinuous pattern having downwardly directed tubular portions 46 and upwardly directed portion'48 interconnected by two bends 50, 52. The coil 44 is of a size to substantially occupy the space 42 both vertically and horizontally to thereby substantially cover the glass plate 16. The coil is placed in intimate, heat-exchange contact with the inner surface 54 of the glass plate 16. This may be accomplished by use of a suitable adhesive. The coil 44 may be fabricated of a metal such as copper or it may be fabricated of a plastic material.
A portion 56-of the first downwardly extending coil section 46 extends upwardly through an opening in the top frame member 20 and forms the water inlet to the coil. A similar portion 58 of the last downwardly extending coil section 46 extends through an opening in the lower frame member 22 to form the water outlet. A flexible tube 60 connects the inlet 56 with a tubular extension 62 of a fitting. 64. Asbest seen in FIG. 6, the fitting 64 comprises a section of pipe havingjone end 66 externally threaded with the other end 68 being internally threaded. Thetubular extension 62 communicates' with the interior of the fitting and bypasses. part of the water which flows through the fitting. The extemally threaded end 66 is threadingly received in the water outlet fitting 70. The internally threaded end 68- threadingly receives the shower head 14. The fitting 64 permitsintegration of the mirror 10'- with a standard shower head arrangement without the need for extensive modification of the shower head. A flexible'drain tube 74 extends downwardly from the outlet 58 for the passage of waterfrom the unit onto the showerfloor for flushing through the usual drain provided therein.
In operation of the water-heated mirror 1'0, but water is caused to flow through the coil whenever the shower is turned on; The hot water flowing through the'coil 44-causes the glass panel 16 to become heated, thus-preventing condensation of moisture thereon. Consequently, the mirror will remainclear even though the. shower area may-become steamy.
FIGS. 7 and 8 illustrate another embodimentof' a: water: heatedjmirror 76. Thezmirror 76 comprises aagenerally rectangular-shell 78in which is mountedcarglassmirror'panelistl; The
shell 78-is-illustratively fabricatedof metal. However, the shell may be inexpensivelyformedof plastic. by the:vacuum-molding process. The shell 78 comprises a backwall 81 having upstanding sidewalls 82. An L-shaped flange 84 is provided on the outer edges of the sidewalls 82 to define a recess to receive the glass mirror panel 80. The panel 80 is glazed into the shell by use of a suitable adhesive to make the juncture of the panel and shell fluidtight. A tubular inlet 86 is provided in the upper wall of the shell for connection to the hot water as described in connection with FIG. 1. A tubular outlet 88 is provided in the lower wall of the shell for drainage of water from the unit as previously described.
A plurality of laterally and downwardly extending vanes 90, 92 are provided within the shell 78 to define a tortuous path for the flow of hot water through the unit. The vanes 90 extend from the left-hand side of the unit as viewed in FIG. 7 downwardly towards the right-hand side. The vanes terminate short of the opposite sidewall to provide an opening for the passage of water. The vanes 92 extend from right to left as viewed in FIG. 7 and also terminate short of the opposite sidewall to provide for an opening for the passage of water. As illustrated by the dotted arrows 94, water flows from the inlet 86 to the right and then passes downwardly and then flows from right to left. The water is in direct contact with the glass panel 80 and thus heats this panel to prevent condensation of moisture thereon. The water finally drains through the outlet 88. The vanes 90, 92 in addition to guiding the water flow, also serve as structural reinforcements for the unit. The vanes extend between the glass mirror panel 80 and backwall 81 of the shell 78 to thus reinforce these walls. The sidewalls of the unit are similarly reinforced by the connection of the vanes thereto.
FIGS. 9-l1 illustrate another embodiment of a waterheated mirror 96. The mirror 96 comprises a shell 98 in which the glass mirror panel 100 is glazed. The shell 98 comprises a backwall 102 having upstanding sidewalls 104, 106, top wall 108 and bottom wall 110. A notch 112 is provided in the top wall 108. An opening 114 in the notch receives a tubular inlet member 116 which is connected to the source of hot water (not shown). A peripheral flange 118 extends entirely around the shell 98 outwardly from the outer edges of the walls 104, 106, 108, 110. The glass mirror 100 has a sheet 120 of plastic material adhered to the rear surface thereof. The sheet 120 in turn is adhered to the surface of the flange 118 in fluidtight relationship to result in the interior of the assembly being fluidtight. The sheet 120 serves to insulate the glass from direct contact with the hot water. Additionally, the sheet 120 may be selected for easy adherence to both glass and metal, the shell 98 being illustratively fabricated of metal.
A U-shaped molding strip 122 fabricated of plastic is provided around'the marginal edge of the mirror assembly. The strip 122 has flexible sidewalls with inturned lip portions 124, 126 to securely grip the flange 118 and the marginal edge of the glass mirror panel 100. The molding strip 122 is decorative and, additionally, tends to prevent the ingress of moisture which would have a deteriorating effect upon the glazed edge portion of the shell 98, glass mirror panel 100, and plastic sheet 120. I
A plurality of cylindrical recesses 128 are provided in spaced-apart relationship in the center of the backwall 102 of the shell 98. The recesses 128 extend into contact with the sheet 120. The recesses 128 serve to space the backwall 102 from the sheet 120 and also to reinforce the structure. In addition, they serve to direct water flow uniformly throughout the shell. Elongated recesses 130, 132 are provided on each side of the cylindrical recesses 128. These recesses also engage the sheet 120 and serve the same purposes as the recesses 128.
Water is injected into the space 134 defined by the shell 98 and glass mirror panel 100. The water, which is at an elevated temperature, floods the space 134 and thus heats the glass mirror panel 100 to prevent the condensation of moisture on the exterior surface thereof.
Means are provided to constantly drain the spent water from the space 134. A plurality of spaced-apart notches 136,
138 are provided in each of the sidewalls 104 106. As will be noted in FIG. 10, the notches are substantially V-shaped. An
' opening 140 is provided in the upper wall portion 142 for the drainage of water as illustrated by the solid arrows 144. Water thus constantly drains from the sides of the mirror unit. The lower wall portion 146 of the notches is angled downwardly to assist in the gravity flow of the water. Additional spaced-apart openings 148 are provided in the bottom wall for the drainage of water as illustrated by the solid arrows 150 in FIG. 11. These drainage openings 140, 148 cause the water to flow uniformly within chamber134.
Four spaced-apart suction cups 152', illustrated in FIGS. 9 and 12, are provided for securement of the mirror unit 96 to a supporting wall surface. The suction cups 152 are held in place by means of screws 154 which extend through openings in'the backwall 102 into threaded engagement with enlarged portions 156 of the suction cups. The mirror unit may thus be applied to virtually any wall surface by merely pressing the suction cups into engagement therewith.
FIG. 13 illustrates an alternate means for mounting of the mirror 96. As illustrated in FIG. 13, elongated permanent magnets 158, 160 are secured in the elongated recesses 130, 132 of the backwall 102. The magnets may be secured in place by means of a suitable adhesive. ln mounting of the mirror unit, the unit is merely pressed against the supporting wall surface whereupon the magnets 158, 160 will hold the mirror in place. It is, of course, necessary to have a wall surface which is metallic in nature or which has a metallic portion thereon as, for example, the metallic trim frequently provided in modern bathroom designs.
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1. An indoor water-heated mirror for use in steamy bath areas comprising a glass mirror panel, water conduit means for the flow of hot water on the reverse surface of said panel in heat exchange relationship with the panel to heat the panel and prevent steam from condensing thereon, hot water inlet means to said conduit means, outlet means in said conduit means for drainage of spent water therefrom, said water conduit means comprising a shell having a backwall with upstanding side and end walls, said glass mirror panel being glazed to the outer marginal edges of said sidewalls to thereby define an interior chamber, and structure within said chamber defining a flow path for hot water to cause flow of water within the chamber in paths to pass substantially uniformly over the reverse surface of said glass mirror and in heat exchange relationship therewith, said structure within said chamber defining a flow path for hot water is a sinuous tubular coil in heat exchange relationship with the reverse surface of said glass mirror panel.

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1. An indoor water-heated mirror for use in steamy bath areas comprising a glass mirror panel, water conduit means for the flow of hot water on the reverse surface of said panel in heat exchange relationship with the panel to heat the panel and prevent steam from condensing thereon, hot water inlet means to said conduit means, outlet means in said conduit means for drainage of spent water therefrom, said water conduit means comprising a shell having a backwall with upstanding side and end walls, said glass mirror panel being glazed to the outer marginal edges of said sidewalls to thereby define an interior chamber, and structure within said chamber defining a flow path for hot water to cause flow of water within the chamber in paths to pass substantially uniformly over the reverse surface of said glass mirror and in heat exchange relationship therewith, said structure within said chamber defining a flow path for hot water is a sinuous tubular coil in heat exchange relationship with The reverse surface of said glass mirror panel.
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