EP1410742B2 - Spring mattress - Google Patents
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- the invention relates to mattress systems for beds according to the preamble of claims 1 and 2.
- the two-mattress system consisting of top mattress and under mattress, is one of the oldest and most trusted sleeping systems in the world. Both mattresses have different, excellent complementary properties.
- the mattress is in direct contact with the human body. She has to adapt to the sleeper individually, precisely and uncompromisingly.
- Optimum properties are the mattresses with pocket spring core, especially when the hardness of the pocket springs is tailored to the weight distribution and shape of the body of the sleeper.
- Such mattresses also need a customized pad.
- Widely used as a mattress pad are the slatted frames. Slatted frames, however, are in principle unsuitable for mattresses with pocket spring core.
- the optimal pad for a mattress with pocket spring core is a flat elastic mattress.
- the operation of the mattress focuses on the gentle and flat cushioning of movement. It compensates for the pressure created by movements of the sleeper.
- the forces that act are much higher than the pure weight pressure of the person resting.
- the good under mattress sensibly absorbs the high energy and gently cushions it over the entire surface.
- the perfect under-mattress ensures that the sleeper's moisture is released to the environment through free air circulation, without the sleeper feeling cold, hot or humid.
- Good under-mattresses have an outer frame, which is closed at the bottom by longitudinal and transverse strips. Outer frames and strips are usually made of wood. On the longitudinal and transverse strips are made of wire bent springs, which are optimized for the task of the lower mattress out. Upwards, the springs are covered by a cushioning layer and a Drell.
- optimal mattress systems are made individually tailored for each user, which entails a corresponding cost, but the user provides optimal sleeping comfort. Often, however, after some use of the mattress system, it turns out that certain areas of the body are not optimally supported. For example, some of the different spring zones may be too hard or too soft or too narrow or too wide. Also, the body shape or body weight of the user may change over the years. However, since the commercial, consisting of mattress top mattress and mattress systems are immutable, such a user is no longer optimal sleep comfort. That is unsatisfactory.
- the height of the sub-mattress can be changed zone exactly so that the user at the desired locations either deeper or less deeply sinks, just as it requires his body properties, the properties of the mattress itself are not changed.
- the height adjustment takes place in stages.
- the height adjustment device comprises a number of holes, which are arranged one above the other in the outer frame, and holding pins, which can be inserted into the holes.
- the cushioning elements have at least four retaining grooves corresponding to the retaining pins, so that the movable cushioning element is securely held.
- the height adjustment device comprises four pivotable or rotatable cams in the outer frame and to each camming a number of recesses, so matched to the cams that they are held in position.
- On the upholstery element are located with the cam corresponding retaining grooves.
- cams on the outer frame can be fixed captive.
- cams provide a larger contact surface, which reduces the contact pressure and gives the height adjustment a long life.
- the height adjustment device can advantageously also be infinitely adjustable.
- the height adjustment device comprises eccentrically mounted disks, which may be toothed on the circumference to improve friction.
- the height adjustment device comprises a continuous shaft, mounted in the outer frame, and a self-locking drive for the shaft, z. B. a worm gear.
- the height adjustment device according to an embodiment of the invention, but also be driven by a motor.
- a motor These are z. B. motor-driven threaded spindles, but also the aforementioned eccentrically mounted discs.
- Another variant provides that inflatable bellows are used for height adjustment. Since these bellows spring themselves, the wire springs and the cushion layer of the upholstery element can be carried out correspondingly easier.
- the height adjustment device may be equipped with a position indicator which is visible on the outside of the outer frame or on the upper side of the lower mattress.
- the upholstery element can also be adjustable along the outer frame.
- fixed padding is provided in the head and / or foot area of the lower mattress.
- experience has shown that there is hardly any need for a height adjustment of the lower mattress, so that costs can be saved.
- two or three height-adjustable upholstery elements are provided, positioned in the region of shoulder, loin and / or pelvis.
- Fig. 1 shows purely schematically a longitudinal section through an existing mattress 0 and mattress top 20 mattress system according to the prior art.
- the lower mattress 0 has an outer frame 1 with bottom, on which a plurality of springs 5 is, which are covered by a cushion layer 2 above.
- the mattress 20 has a plurality of springs 21, covered by a Drell 22.
- the properties of the springs 21 are matched to the weight and shape of a sleeper 30 such that a pelvic receptacle and a shoulder recording arise with increased compliance. As a result, the pelvis and shoulder of the sleeper 30 can sink so low that its spine remains substantially straight.
- the Fig. 2 to 4 now show a first sub-mattress, which allows such compensation.
- This sub-mattress again has a fixed outer frame 1.
- a fixed pad 7 is mounted. This has in its interior known from the prior art springs and is upholstered as the prior art on its upper side with a cushion layer 2.
- the fixed pad 7 forms the head or foot area of the lower mattress.
- two loose padding elements 10, 10 ' These also have a frame 11 which receives in its interior the known from the prior art springs and as the prior art is covered above with cushion layer 12 and Drell. Furthermore, the height-movable padding elements 10, 10 'have on their outside multi-level, here three-stage retaining grooves 13. These correspond with cams 4, which are pivotally mounted on the inside of the outer frame 1. The cams 4 are seated in a cross-shaped recess 3 whose dimensions are matched to the cams 4, that they securely fix the cams 4 in the once set position. The depressions 3 and the cams 4 form the frame-side height adjustment devices which correspond to the retaining grooves 13 on the upholstery element 10, 10 'such that by adjusting the cams 4, the cushion elements 10, 10' occupy different heights can.
- Fig. 5 shows a fragmentary and partially broken a second sub-mattress.
- This also has a stable outer frame 1.
- this height adjustment devices are stored, here in the form of eccentrically mounted Dreikantolinn17. These form a continuous axis and are coupled to a control indicator, which are visible on the outside of the frame 1.
- a carrier plate 6 By rotating the triangular strip 17 by 120 ° each, a carrier plate 6 can be brought into three different heights.
- This support plate 6 carries the springs 5, which are covered as known from the prior art on its upper side with a cushion layer 2 and a Drell or an elastic fabric or knitted fabric.
- the upper surface of the lower mattress is raised or lowered with pinpoint accuracy, so that the body of the sleeper can sink less or more at this point.
- Fig. 6 shows a cross section through a lower mattress, which is infinitely adjustable in height. It can be seen the fixed outer frame 1, in which a continuous shaft 40 is mounted. The shaft 40 carries eccentrically mounted discs 41, which in turn carry the cushion element 10. By. Turning the shaft 40, the cushion member 10 can be raised or lowered.
- a hand crank 46 is provided which can be inserted through an opening 47 in the outer frame 1.
- the hand crank 46 actuates a 90-degree deflection gear, consisting of pinion 45 and ring gear 44.
- a worm wheel 43 is coupled, which meshes with a pinion 42.
- the pinion 42 in turn sits on the shaft 40, so that by rotating the hand crank 46, the shaft 40 and rotated with this the eccentrically mounted discs 41 and the height of the cushion member 10 can be adjusted. Since the worm gear 42, 43 is self-locking, the pad element 10 retains its height position after removal of the hand crank 46.
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Die Erfindung betrifft Matratzensysteme für Betten gemäß dem Oberbegriff der Ansprüche 1 und 2.The invention relates to mattress systems for beds according to the preamble of
Das Zwei-Matratzen-System, bestehend aus Obermatratze und Untermatratze, ist eines der ältesten und bewährtesten Schlafsyste me der Welt. Beide Matratzen haben unterschiedliche, sich hervorragend ergänzende Eigenschaften. Die Obermatratze wirkt in direktem Kontakt mit dem menschlichen Körper. Sie muss sich dem Schläfer individuell, punktgenau und kompromisslos anpassen. Optimale Eigenschaften besitzen die Matratzen mit Taschenfederkern, insbesondere wenn die Härte der Taschenfedern individuell auf die Gewichtsverteilung und Form des Körpers des Schläfers abgestimmt ist.The two-mattress system, consisting of top mattress and under mattress, is one of the oldest and most trusted sleeping systems in the world. Both mattresses have different, excellent complementary properties. The mattress is in direct contact with the human body. She has to adapt to the sleeper individually, precisely and uncompromisingly. Optimum properties are the mattresses with pocket spring core, especially when the hardness of the pocket springs is tailored to the weight distribution and shape of the body of the sleeper.
Derartige Obermatratzen benötigen auch eine angepasste Unterlage. Weit verbreitet als Matratzenunterlage sind die Lattenroste. Lattenroste sind jedoch für Matratzen mit Taschenfederkern prinzipiell ungeeignet.Such mattresses also need a customized pad. Widely used as a mattress pad are the slatted frames. Slatted frames, however, are in principle unsuitable for mattresses with pocket spring core.
Die optimale Unterlage für eine Obermatratze mit Taschenfederkern ist eine flächig elastische Untermatratze. Die Wirkungsweise der Untermatratze konzentriert sich auf das sanfte und flächige Abfedern von Bewegungsabläufen. Sie kompensiert den Druck, der durch Bewegungen des Schläfers entsteht. Die Kräfte, die dabei wirken, sind um einiges höher als der reine Gewichtsdruck des ruhenden Menschen. Die gute Untermatratze fängt die hohe Energie sensibel auf und federt sie sanft auf der ganzen Fläche ab. Außerdem sorgt die perfekte Untermatratze dafür, dass Feuchtigkeit, die der Schläfer an die Obermatratze abgibt, durch eine freie Luftzirkulation an die Umgebung abgegeben wird, ohne dass der Schläfer ein Gefühl von Kälte, Hitze oder Feuchtigkeit hat.The optimal pad for a mattress with pocket spring core is a flat elastic mattress. The operation of the mattress focuses on the gentle and flat cushioning of movement. It compensates for the pressure created by movements of the sleeper. The forces that act are much higher than the pure weight pressure of the person resting. The good under mattress sensibly absorbs the high energy and gently cushions it over the entire surface. In addition, the perfect under-mattress ensures that the sleeper's moisture is released to the environment through free air circulation, without the sleeper feeling cold, hot or humid.
Gute Untermatratzen besitzen einen Außenrahmen, der unten durch Längs- und Querleisten abgeschlossen ist. Außenrahmen und Leisten bestehen üblicherweise aus Holz. Auf den Längs- und Querleisten stehen aus Draht gebogene Federn, die auf die Aufgabe der Untermatratze hin optimiert sind. Nach oben werden die Federn durch eine Polsterschicht und einen Drell abgedeckt.Good under-mattresses have an outer frame, which is closed at the bottom by longitudinal and transverse strips. Outer frames and strips are usually made of wood. On the longitudinal and transverse strips are made of wire bent springs, which are optimized for the task of the lower mattress out. Upwards, the springs are covered by a cushioning layer and a Drell.
Wie eingangs erwähnt, werden optimale Matratzensysteme für jeden Benutzer individuell abgestimmt gefertigt, was einen entsprechenden Kostenaufwand nach sich zieht, dem Benutzer jedoch einen optimalen Schlafkomfort bietet. Oftmals stellt sich jedoch nach einiger Benutzung des Matratzensystems heraus, dass bestimmte Körperbereiche nicht optimal abgestützt sind. Beispielsweise können einige der unterschiedlichen Federzonen zu hart oder zu weich oder auch zu schmal oder zu breit sein. Auch können sich die Körperformen oder das Körpergewicht des Benutzers im Laufe der Jahre verändern. Da die handelsüblichen, aus Unter- und Obermatratze bestehenden Matratzensysteme jedoch unveränderlich sind, findet ein solcher Benutzer keinen optimalen Schlafkomfort mehr. Das ist unbefriedigend.As mentioned above, optimal mattress systems are made individually tailored for each user, which entails a corresponding cost, but the user provides optimal sleeping comfort. Often, however, after some use of the mattress system, it turns out that certain areas of the body are not optimally supported. For example, some of the different spring zones may be too hard or too soft or too narrow or too wide. Also, the body shape or body weight of the user may change over the years. However, since the commercial, consisting of mattress top mattress and mattress systems are immutable, such a user is no longer optimal sleep comfort. That is unsatisfactory.
Hier setzt nun die vorliegende Erfindung ein, die sich die Aufgabe gestellt hat, das Matratzensystem verstellbar zu machen, so dass der Benutzer selbst in der Lage ist, eine Feineinstellung vorzunehmen.Here is where the present invention, which has set itself the task of making the mattress system adjustable, so that the user himself is able to make a fine adjustment.
Diese Aufgabe wird gelöst durch ein Matratzensystem mit den Merkmalen des Anspruchs 1, oder der Anspruchs 2.This object is achieved by a mattress system having the features of
Dank der vorliegenden Erfindung kann die Höhe der Untermatratze zonengenau so verändert werden, dass der Benutzer an den gewünschten Stellen entweder tiefer oder weniger tief einsinkt, genau so wie es seine Körpereigenschaften verlangen, wobei die Eigenschaften der Matratze selbst nicht verändert werden.Thanks to the present invention, the height of the sub-mattress can be changed zone exactly so that the user at the desired locations either deeper or less deeply sinks, just as it requires his body properties, the properties of the mattress itself are not changed.
Für die Höhenverstellung gibt es eine Mehrzahl von technischen Möglichkeiten. Man vergleiche
Gemäß einer ersten Variante erfolgt die Höhenverstellung in Stufen.According to a first variant, the height adjustment takes place in stages.
Gemäß einer ersten Ausgestaltung hierzu umfasst die Höhenverstelleinrichtung eine Anzahl von Bohrungen, die im Außenrahmen übereinander angeordnet sind, und Haltestifte, die in die Bohrungen eingesteckt werden können. Die Polsterelemente besitzen wenigstens vier mit den Haltestiften korrespondierende Haltenuten, so dass das bewegliche Polsterelement sicher gehalten wird. Diese Konstruktion, die in etwa bekannt ist von Bücherregalen, ist sehr einfach, preiswert und äußerst betriebssicher.According to a first embodiment, the height adjustment device comprises a number of holes, which are arranged one above the other in the outer frame, and holding pins, which can be inserted into the holes. The cushioning elements have at least four retaining grooves corresponding to the retaining pins, so that the movable cushioning element is securely held. This construction, which is approximately known from bookshelves, is very simple, inexpensive and extremely reliable.
Gemäß einer Variante hierzu umfasst die Höhenverstelleinrichtung vier schwenk- oder drehbare Nocken im Außenrahmen und zu jedem Nocken eine Anzahl von Vertiefungen, so auf die Nocken abgestimmt, dass diese in Position gehalten werden. Am Polsterelement befinden sich mit den Nocken korrespondierende Haltenuten.According to a variant of this, the height adjustment device comprises four pivotable or rotatable cams in the outer frame and to each camming a number of recesses, so matched to the cams that they are held in position. On the upholstery element are located with the cam corresponding retaining grooves.
Der Vorteil dieser Konstruktion liegt darin, dass die Nocken am Außenrahmen unverlierbar fixiert sein können. Außerdem bieten derartige Nocken eine größere Auflagefläche, was den Auflagedruck reduziert und der Höhenverstelleinrichtung eine lange Lebensdauer verleiht.The advantage of this construction is that the cams on the outer frame can be fixed captive. In addition, such cams provide a larger contact surface, which reduces the contact pressure and gives the height adjustment a long life.
Die Erfahrung hat gezeigt, dass eine Verstellung in Stufen den Anforderungen der Praxis genügt, wenn die Abstufung nicht zu grob ist.Experience has shown that adjusting in stages meets the requirements of the practice if the grading is not too crude.
Die Höhenverstelleinrichtung kann vorteilhafterweise auch stufenlos verstellbar sein.The height adjustment device can advantageously also be infinitely adjustable.
Gemäß einer ersten Ausgestaltung hierzu umfasst die Höhenverstelleinrichtung exzentrisch gelagerte Scheiben, wobei diese zur Verbesserung der Reibung am Umfang gezahnt sein können.According to a first embodiment, the height adjustment device comprises eccentrically mounted disks, which may be toothed on the circumference to improve friction.
Gemäß einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung umfasst die Höhenverstelleinrichtung eine durchgehende Welle, gelagert im Außenrahmen, und einen selbsthemmenden Antrieb für die Welle, z. B. ein Schneckengetriebe.According to one embodiment of the invention, the height adjustment device comprises a continuous shaft, mounted in the outer frame, and a self-locking drive for the shaft, z. B. a worm gear.
Da die Feineinstellung der erfindungsgemäßen Untermatratze in aller Regel nur in größeren Abständen vorgenommen wird, genügt grundsätzlich eine von Hand zu betätigende Höhenverstelleinrichtung. Diese besteht gemäß einer Ausgestaltung aus einer Handkurbel und einem Winkelgetriebe, z. B. einem Kegelradgetriebe für eine 90-Grad-Umlenkung.Since the fine adjustment of the sub-mattress according to the invention is usually carried out only at long intervals, basically sufficient to be operated by hand height adjustment. This consists according to an embodiment of a hand crank and an angular gear, z. B. a bevel gear for a 90-degree deflection.
Zur Erhöhung des Komforts kann die Höhenverstelleinrichtung gemäß einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung aber auch motorisch angetrieben sein. Dazu eignen sich z. B. motorisch angetriebene Gewindespindeln, aber auch die vorstehend erwähnten exzentrisch gelagerten Scheiben.To increase the comfort, the height adjustment device according to an embodiment of the invention, but also be driven by a motor. These are z. B. motor-driven threaded spindles, but also the aforementioned eccentrically mounted discs.
Eine weitere Variante sieht vor, dass zur Höhenverstellung aufblasbare Bälge eingesetzt werden. Da diese Bälge selbst federn, können die Drahtfedern und die Polsterschicht des Polsterelements entsprechend einfacher ausgeführt werden.Another variant provides that inflatable bellows are used for height adjustment. Since these bellows spring themselves, the wire springs and the cushion layer of the upholstery element can be carried out correspondingly easier.
Zur weiteren Erhöhung des Komforts und zur Sicherstellung einer gleichmäßigen Verstellung kann die Höhenverstelleinrichtung mit einer Stellungsanzeige ausgerüstet sein, die an der Außenseite des Außenrahmens oder an der Oberseite der Untermatratze sichtbar ist.To further increase comfort and to ensure even adjustment, the height adjustment device may be equipped with a position indicator which is visible on the outside of the outer frame or on the upper side of the lower mattress.
Um die individuelle Feineinstellung der erfindungsgemäßen Untermatratze noch weiter zu verfeinern, kann das Polsterelement auch längs des Außenrahmens verstellbar sein.In order to refine the individual fine adjustment of the lower mattress according to the invention even further, the upholstery element can also be adjustable along the outer frame.
Vorteilhafterweise sind im Kopf- und/oder Fußbereich der Untermatratze Festpolster vorgesehen. In diesen Bereichen besteht erfahrungsgemäß kaum Bedarf für eine Höhenverstellung der Untermatratze, so dass Kosten eingespart werden können.Advantageously, fixed padding is provided in the head and / or foot area of the lower mattress. In these areas, experience has shown that there is hardly any need for a height adjustment of the lower mattress, so that costs can be saved.
Gemäß der Erfindung sind zwei oder drei höhenbewegliche Polsterelemente vorgesehen, positioniert im Bereich von Schulter, Lende und/oder Becken.According to the invention, two or three height-adjustable upholstery elements are provided, positioned in the region of shoulder, loin and / or pelvis.
Anhand der Zeichnung soll die Erfindung in Form von Ausführungsbeispielen näher erläutert werden. Es zeigen jeweils rein schematisch
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- einen Querschnitt durch ein aus Untermatratze und Obermatratze bestehendes Matratzensystem nach dem Stand der Technik,
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- eine Draufsicht auf eine erste Untermatratze, die bereichsweise in Stufen höhenverstellbar ist,
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- teilweise aufgebrochen die Untermatratze der
Fig. 2 als Seitenansicht, - Fig. 4
- eine Seitenansicht eines höhenverstellbaren Polsterelements zur Verwendung mit der Untermatratze der
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- teilweise aufgebrochen und ausschnittsweise eine zweite Untermatratze als Seitenansicht und
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- einen Querschnitt durch eine Untermatratze, die stufenlos höhenverstellbar ist.
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- a cross section through an existing mattress and mattress top mattress system according to the prior art,
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- a top view of a first sub-mattress, which is adjustable in height in some areas,
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- partially broken the mattress of the
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- partially broken and partially a second sub-mattress as a side view and
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- a cross section through a lower mattress, which is infinitely adjustable in height.
Die durch das tiefe Einsinken der Becken- und Schulterzone bewirkten Kräfte federt die Untermatratze 0 flächig ab, jedenfalls solange die Körpereigenschaften des Schläfers 30 dem Ausgangszustand entsprechen. Veränderungen der Körpereigenschaften des Schläfers 30 dagegen kann das individuelle Matratzensystem aus Unter- und Obermatratze 0, 20 nicht ausgleichen.The forces caused by the deep sinking in of the pelvic and shoulder zones cushion the
Die
Des weiteren erkennt man in den
Durch Drehen der Dreikantleisterr17 wird die Oberseite der Untermatratze punktgenau angehoben oder abgesenkt, so dass der Körper des Schläfers an dieser Stelle weniger oder mehr einsinken kann.By turning the
Zur bequemen Betätigung der Höhenverstelleinrichtung ist eine Handkurbel 46 vorgesehen, die durch eine Öffnung 47 im Außenrahmen 1 gesteckt werden kann. Die Handkurbel 46 betätigt ein 90-Grad-Umlenkgetriebe, bestehend aus Ritzel 45 und Tellerrad 44. Mit dem Tellerrad 44 ist ein Schneckenrad 43 gekoppelt, welches mit einem Ritzel 42 kämmt. Das Ritzel 42 seinerseits sitzt auf der Welle 40, so dass durch Drehen der Handkurbel 46 die Welle 40 und mit dieser die exzentrisch gelagerten Scheiben 41 gedreht und die Höhe des Polsterelements 10 verstellt werden kann. Da das Schneckengetriebe 42, 43 selbsthemmend ist, behält das Polsterelement 10 nach Entfernen der Handkurbel 46 seine Höhenposition bei.For comfortable operation of the height adjustment a hand crank 46 is provided which can be inserted through an
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- A mattress system for beds, comprising- an upper mattress (20)- and an undermattress (0) with- an outer frame (1)- and a fixed cushion (7) therein with- springs (5) bent from wire- and a padding layer (2) covering the springs (5),- height-adjusting means (3,4;40,41) are installed in the outer frame (1), which align with corresponding adjusting means (13) on a cushion element (10,10'),characterised by the features:- the undermattress (0) comprises- at least one fixed cushion (7) in the head region and/or foot region- two or three cushion elements (10,10'),- the cushion element (10,10')- comprises a frame (11), springs (5) and a padding layer (12),- fits with vertical movement into the outer frame (1)- and is positioned in the shoulder region, pelvic region and/or lumbar region.
- A mattress system for beds, comprising- an upper mattress (20)- and an undermattress (0) with- an outer frame (1)- and a fixed cushion therein with- springs (5) bent from wire- and a padding layer (2) covering the springs (5),- height-adjusting means (17;40,41) are installed in the outer frame (1), which align with corresponding adjusting means (13) on a cushion element,characterised by the features:- the undermattress (0) comprises two or three cushion elements- the cushion element- comprises a support plate (6), which supports the springs (5) of the cushion element and interacts with the height-adjusting means, and a padding layer (2),- fits with vertical movement into the outer frame (1)- and is positioned in the shoulder region, pelvic region and/or lumbar region.
- A mattress system according to either one of Claims 1 or 2, characterised by the feature:- the height adjustment is effected in stages.
- A mattress system according to Claim 1, characterised by the feature:- the height-adjusting means comprises- a number of holes which are arranged one above the other in the outer frame (1),- at least four retaining pins, to be inserted into the holes,- and at least four retaining slots in the cushion element (10,10') aligning with the retaining pins.
- A mattress system according to Claim 4, characterised by the feature:- the height-adjusting means comprises- four pivotable or rotatable cams (4) on the insides of the outer frame (1),- for each cam (4) a number of recesses (3) on the insides of the outer frame (1), adapted to the cams (4) and retaining them in position,- and retaining slots (13) in the cushion element (10,10') aligning with the cams (4).
- A mattress system according to either one of Claims 1 or 2, characterised by the feature:- the height adjustment is effected steplessly.
- A mattress system according to Claim 6, characterised in that by the feature:- the height-adjusting means comprises eccentrically mounted discs (41).
- A mattress system according to Claim 7, characterised by the feature:- the discs (41) are toothed on their circumference.
- A mattress system according to Claims 6,7 or 8, characterised by the features:- the height-adjusting means comprises- a continuous shaft (40) mounted in the outer frame (1),- a self-locking drive for the shaft (40), for example a worm gear (42,43).
- A mattress system according to Claim 9, characterised by the features:- the height-adjusting means comprises- a crank handle (46)- an angular transmission, for example a bevel gear train (44,45) for a 90° deflection.
- A mattress system according to Claims 1,2,6,7,8 or 9, characterised by the feature:- the height-adjusting means is motor-driven.
- A mattress system according to Claims 1,2 or 6, characterised by the feature:- the height-adjusting means comprises at least one inflatable bellows or a pneumatic cylinder.
- A mattress system according to Claim 2, characterised by the feature:- the height-adjusting means has at least one position indicator on the outside of the outer frame (1) or on its upper side.
- A mattress system according to any one of Claims 1 to 13, characterised by the feature:- the upper mattress is a pocket spring core mattress.
- A mattress system according to Claim 14, characterised by the feature:- the hardness of the pocket springs is matched individually to the weight distribution and shape of the sleeping person's body.
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