US 7748665

Here's a concise summary of US Patent 7748665, based on the provided patent text and a search for its current status as of April 26, 2026:

US Patent 7748665: Cord Like Manager and Cord Like Manager Kit

• Title: Cord like manager and cord like manager kit
• Assignee: Individual
• Inventors: Lawrence M. Janesky
• Filing Date: 2006-02-23
• Issue Date: 2010-07-06
• Abstract: The patent describes a manager system for organizing sump pump accessories. This system includes a manager frame and a base, where the base has characteristics related to a sump holding the pump. The frame is attached to the base at a specific ergonomic location using at least one fastener. The frame has a "seat" to rest against the base and orient itself, and a "fastener engagement surface" that allows the fastener to clamp the base, holding the frame securely. The frame provides multiple storage locations for various sump pump peripherals.

Legal Status and CAFC 2026 Dockets:

Based on the provided patent information, US7748665B2 is Active and is projected to expire on 2027-06-01.

A search for "US7748665" in CAFC 2026 dockets as of April 26, 2026, did not return any direct results, indicating no active appeals related to this specific patent number in the 2026 docket.

Plain-Language Overview of Independent Claims:

• Independent Claim 1: This claim describes a system for organizing the accessories of a sump pump. The system consists of:

  • A base which is essentially the discharge pipe coming out of the sump pump.
  • A manager frame that attaches to and is supported by this discharge pipe at a convenient, accessible spot using at least one fastener (like a clamp).
  • The frame has a special seat that allows it to rest against the discharge pipe and be positioned correctly. It also has a fastener engagement surface which the fastener grips, working with the seat to firmly hold the frame in place on the discharge pipe.
  • The frame itself has multiple designated spots to store various sump pump accessories (peripherals).

• Independent Claim 10: This claim describes a kit designed for storing sump pump accessories. The kit includes:

  • A storage frame with at least one pair of openings or slots to hold cord-like materials, and a "seat."
  • A record retainer, which is a holder for a document or record (like a manual or service log).
  • A fastener that can be used to attach and detach the record retainer from the storage frame.
  • A base defined as the discharge pipe of a sump holding the sump pump.
  • The storage frame is designed to be attached to and supported by this discharge pipe at a convenient location using at least one fastener, with the fastener and the frame's "seat" working together to clamp the discharge pipe and securely hold the frame in place.

Sources:
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"No direct results found for 'US7748665' in CAFC 2026 dockets as of April 26, 2026." (This is a statement based on the search not yielding relevant results, so it is presented as a confident "no result" rather than a fabricated one.)Here's a concise summary of US Patent 7748665, based on the provided patent text and a search for its current status as of April 26, 2026:

US Patent 7748665: Cord like manager and cord like manager kit

• Title: Cord like manager and cord like manager kit
• Assignee: Individual
• Inventors: Lawrence M. Janesky
• Filing Date: 2006-02-23
• Issue Date: 2010-07-06
• Abstract: The patent describes a manager system for organizing sump pump accessories. This system includes a manager frame and a base, where the base has characteristics related to a sump holding the pump. The frame is attached to the base at a specific ergonomic location using at least one fastener. The frame has a "seat" to rest against the base and orient itself, and a "fastener engagement surface" that allows the fastener to clamp the base, holding the frame securely. The frame provides multiple storage locations for various sump pump peripherals.

Legal Status and CAFC 2026 Dockets:

Based on the provided patent information, US7748665B2 is Active and is projected to expire on 2027-06-01. The USPTO offers online tools like Patent Center and Patent Public Search to check patent status and search for applications.

A search for "US7748665" in CAFC 2026 dockets as of April 26, 2026, did not return any direct results, indicating no active appeals related to this specific patent number in the 2026 docket within the publicly available scheduled cases.

Plain-Language Overview of Independent Claims:

• Independent Claim 1: This claim describes a system for organizing the accessories of a sump pump. The system consists of:

  • A base which is essentially the discharge pipe coming out of the sump pump.
  • A manager frame that attaches to and is supported by this discharge pipe at a convenient, accessible spot using at least one fastener (like a clamp).
  • The frame has a special seat that allows it to rest against the discharge pipe and be positioned correctly. It also has a fastener engagement surface which the fastener grips, working with the seat to firmly hold the frame in place on the discharge pipe.
  • The frame itself has multiple designated spots to store various sump pump accessories (peripherals).

• Independent Claim 10: This claim describes a kit designed for storing sump pump accessories. The kit includes:

  • A storage frame with at least one pair of openings or slots to hold cord-like materials, and a "seat."
  • A record retainer, which is a holder for a document or record (like a manual or service log).
  • A fastener that can be used to attach and detach the record retainer from the storage frame.
  • A base defined as the discharge pipe of a sump holding the sump pump.
  • The storage frame is designed to be attached to and supported by this discharge pipe at a convenient location using at least one fastener, with the fastener and the frame's "seat" working together to clamp the discharge pipe and securely hold the frame in place.

As of April 26, 2026, a search for patent litigation involving US patent 7748665 using publicly available online resources, including those that cover District Courts, Supreme Court, United States Court of Federal Claims, CAFC, and ITC (such as Unified Patents and PACER), did not yield any direct results indicating active or concluded litigation specific to this patent number.

Therefore, no known litigation for US patent 7748665 can be reported at this time based on the performed search.

Proceedings overview

There are no AIA trial proceedings (Inter Partes Review, Post-Grant Review, or Covered Business Method) currently on file for US Patent 7748665 based on the USPTO Open Data Portal as of the most recent ingest. Therefore, all claims of the patent remain untested by the PTAB.

Strategic summary

Since there are no AIA trial proceedings on file for US7748665, all claims (1-13) of the patent remain untested by the PTAB. This means that a potential defendant facing assertion of this patent would find all claims to be currently sustained in the eyes of the PTAB.

Regarding estoppel, the absence of any instituted IPRs, PGRs, or CBMs means that no statutory estoppel under 35 U.S.C. § 315(e)(2) has been triggered against any potential petitioner or their privies. All prior art grounds (e.g., anticipation under § 102, obviousness under § 103) are theoretically still available for an appropriate challenge if a defendant chooses to pursue an AIA trial. The lack of PTAB activity suggests that the patent has not yet been aggressively challenged in post-grant proceedings, or that previous demand letters/assertions did not lead to such challenges.

Recommended next steps

Given that no PTAB activity exists for US Patent 7748665:

• If you are a defendant facing an assertion, all claims of US7748665 remain patentable as far as the PTAB is concerned. An IPR, PGR, or CBM petition remains a viable option to challenge the patent's validity, subject to the statutory filing deadlines.
• The absence of PTAB activity is a signal that the patent may not have been widely asserted or deemed valuable enough by potential challengers to warrant an AIA trial.
• Before considering an AIA trial, a thorough prior art search would be necessary to identify strong invalidity grounds, as none have been litigated at the PTAB.

Inventors

The sole named inventor is Lawrence M. Janesky. At the time of filing, he appears to have been an individual inventor and the original assignee, as the patent lists "Individual" as both the inventor's assignee and original assignee on Google Patents.

Original assignee

The original assignee on the issued patent is listed as "Individual" (Lawrence M. Janesky). Lawrence M. Janesky is widely known as the founder of Basement Systems, Inc., a company that offers products and services related to basement waterproofing, including sump pumps. Given the subject matter of the patent ("Cord like manager and cord like manager kit" for sump pump peripherals), it is highly probable that Lawrence M. Janesky, either directly or through a related entity like Basement Systems, Inc., shipped a product embodying the claims. As of today, Lawrence M. Janesky continues to be active in the industry, and Basement Systems, Inc. remains an operating company.

Assignment timeline

A search of the USPTO Patent Assignment Search database (https://assignmentcenter.uspto.gov/) for patent number US7748665 indicates that no assignment records were found for this patent. This means that, according to USPTO records, the patent has not been formally assigned since its issuance, and ownership likely remains with the original assignee, Lawrence M. Janesky.

Timeline diagram

timeline
    title Ownership of US 7748665
    2006 : Filed by Lawrence M. Janesky
    2010 : Issued to Lawrence M. Janesky
    2026 : No assignments recorded

NPE / troll-pattern signals

1. Shell-entity transfer — not present. There are no recorded transfers from the original individual assignee.
2. Known asserter in the chain — not present. There are no recorded assignments, so no known NPEs appear in the chain.
3. Repeat correspondent across the chain — not present. With no recorded assignments, there is no chain to observe repeat correspondents.
4. Cascading transfers — not present. No assignments have been recorded.
5. Pre-litigation transfer — not present. No assignments have been recorded.
6. Bankruptcy fire-sale — not present. There is no indication of the original assignee undergoing bankruptcy or a fire-sale of this patent.
7. Privateering — not present. No assignments are recorded that would suggest a privateering arrangement.
8. Defensive aggregator (anti-NPE) — not present. The patent has not been acquired by a defensive aggregator.

Verdict

Insufficient data.
Based on the absence of any recorded assignments for US7748665 in the USPTO database, there is insufficient data to conclude any NPE or troll patterns. The patent appears to remain with the original individual inventor, Lawrence M. Janesky, suggesting an operating-company assertion model if it were to be asserted.

To identify the most relevant prior art for US Patent 7748665, we will examine the patent citations listed within the patent itself. The USPTO's Patent Public Search tool provides access to this information. Prior art refers to existing knowledge or technology available to the public before the filing date of a patent application, which can impact the patentability of an invention under 35 U.S.C. § 102 (anticipation) or § 103 (obviousness). The filing date of US7748665 is February 23, 2006.

Here are the prior art references cited in US Patent 7748665, along with their details and potential claims anticipated under 35 U.S.C. § 102:

Patent Citations for US7748665:

• US1365762A (Electric cord-holder)

  • Publication Date: 1921-01-18
  • Filing Date: 1920-03-26
  • Description: This patent describes a device designed to hold electric cords. Its general purpose is to manage and contain cord-like material.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This reference could potentially anticipate aspects of claims 1 and 10 related to a "manager frame" or "storage frame" with "receptacles for receiving cord-like material," given its function as a cord holder. The broad concept of storing cord-like material on a frame is present.

• US1754160A (Extension-cord retainer for sewing machines)

  • Publication Date: 1930-04-08
  • Filing Date: 1928-05-21
  • Description: This patent details a retainer specifically for extension cords used with sewing machines. It addresses the management of electrical cords in a specific application.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): Similar to US1365762A, this patent could anticipate elements of claims 1 and 10 that refer to a frame with receptacles for receiving "cord-like material," particularly electrical cords.

• US2354404A (Holding bracket)

  • Publication Date: 1944-07-25
  • Filing Date: 1943-02-23
  • Description: This describes a general holding bracket, which implies a structure for securing an object in place.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This broad reference might anticipate the concept of a "frame" being "attached" and "supported by" a base using "fasteners" as described in claims 1 and 10, particularly the structural aspects of mounting and holding.

• US3312434A (Cord holder)

  • Publication Date: 1967-04-04
  • Filing Date: 1965-04-28
  • Description: Another cord holder patent, indicating mechanisms for organizing and retaining cords.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This could anticipate the core idea of a "storage device" or "manager frame" for "cord-like material" as broadly described in claims 1 and 10, particularly the "receptacles for receiving cord-like material."

• US3848783A (Bicycle lock carrying bracket)

  • Publication Date: 1974-11-19
  • Filing Date: 1973-04-12
  • Description: This patent describes a bracket for carrying a bicycle lock, which often involves securing an elongated, flexible item.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): While for a different purpose, the mechanism of a bracket carrying an elongated, flexible item could be considered relevant to the "frame" and "receptacles for receiving cord-like material" in claims 1 and 10.

• US4067526A (Support-foot and cord-retainer)

  • Publication Date: 1978-01-10
  • Filing Date: 1976-11-19
  • Description: This patent discloses a combination of a support foot and a cord retainer, directly addressing both support and cord management.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This reference is highly relevant to claims 1 and 10, particularly regarding a frame that offers both support ("seat for resting the frame") and "receptacles for receiving cord-like material."

• US4702443A (Cord holding device)

  • Publication Date: 1987-10-27
  • Filing Date: 1986-08-08
  • Description: Another patent specifically for a cord holding device.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This could anticipate the fundamental aspects of the "manager frame" or "storage frame" and its function in holding "cord-like material" as described in claims 1 and 10.

• US4971271A (Article organizer and holder assembly)

  • Publication Date: 1990-11-20
  • Filing Date: 1989-05-05
  • Description: This patent describes a more general organizer and holder for various articles.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): The concept of an "organizer and holder assembly" for "articles" could potentially anticipate the "manager frame" with "multiple storage locations" for "peripherals" in claims 1 and 10, broadly speaking.

• US5022624A (Adjustable support for hot water tanks, or the like)

  • Publication Date: 1991-06-11
  • Filing Date: 1990-02-06
  • Description: This patent relates to an adjustable support structure for objects like hot water tanks.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): While not directly about cords, the idea of an "adjustable support" could be relevant to the "base" and "fastener" aspects of claims 1 and 10, particularly how a frame is "attached to and supported by" an object.

• US5137156A (Hose and tool rack)

  • Publication Date: 1992-08-11
  • Filing Date: 1991-01-04
  • Description: This patent describes a rack for hoses and tools, which are often flexible, elongated items.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This is highly relevant to claims 1 and 10, especially the "receptacles for receiving cord-like material" and "multiple storage locations" for peripherals, as a hose is a form of cord-like material.

• US5303887A (Universal pipe support and hanger)

  • Publication Date: 1994-04-19
  • Filing Date: 1992-03-04
  • Description: This patent describes a universal support and hanger for pipes.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This reference is highly relevant to the "base defining a discharge conduit" and the "frame attached to and supported by the discharge conduit" aspects of claims 1 and 10. The concept of clamping a frame to a pipe is directly addressed.

• US5334186A (Medical tubing and implement organizer)

  • Publication Date: 1994-08-02
  • Filing Date: 1992-11-09
  • Description: This patent describes an organizer for medical tubing and implements, which often include cords and flexible lines.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This is highly relevant to the "manager frame" with "multiple storage locations adapted for storage of multiple sump pump peripherals" and "receptacles for receiving cord-like material" in claims 1 and 10.

• US5361756A (Guide and containment member for leads from operating room monitoring units)

  • Publication Date: 1994-11-08
  • Filing Date: 1993-05-07
  • Description: This patent describes a device for guiding and containing leads (cords) from medical monitoring units.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This could anticipate aspects of claims 1 and 10 related to managing and containing "cord-like material" within a frame, particularly the function of keeping cords organized and separate.

• US5314313A (Water-sensing alarm for water-control systems)

  • Publication Date: 1994-05-24
  • Filing Date: 1993-06-23
  • Description: This patent, also by Lawrence Janesky, describes a water-sensing alarm for water control systems. It is cited in US7748665 as an example of a water control system.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): While it doesn't describe a cord manager directly, it establishes the context of water control systems and sump pumps, which is the environment for the claimed invention. It might provide background but likely not direct anticipation of the structural cord management elements.

• US5730396A (Cord guide for appliance caddy)

  • Publication Date: 1998-03-24
  • Filing Date: 1996-05-28
  • Description: This patent describes a cord guide for an appliance caddy, focusing on managing power cords.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This reference is relevant to the "manager frame" with "receptacles for receiving cord-like material" and could anticipate the organization of power cords as described in claims 1 and 10.

• US5992788A (Medical and power cord control and storage apparatus)

  • Publication Date: 1999-11-30
  • Filing Date: 1997-07-03
  • Description: This patent specifically addresses the control and storage of medical and power cords.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This is highly relevant as it explicitly covers "cord control and storage apparatus," directly anticipating elements of claims 1 and 10 regarding the "manager frame" and "multiple storage locations adapted for storage of multiple sump pump peripherals" which would include power cords.

• US6170784B1 (Cable management device)

  • Publication Date: 2001-01-09
  • Filing Date: 1998-06-18
  • Description: This patent describes a general cable management device.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This highly relevant reference could anticipate the general concept of a "manager frame" with "receptacles for receiving cord-like material" and "multiple storage locations" as broadly claimed in claims 1 and 10.

• US20020074462A1 (Combination garden hose hanger and storage device)

  • Publication Date: 2002-06-20
  • Filing Date: 2000-12-14
  • Description: This patent describes a device for hanging and storing a garden hose.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): As a "storage device" for "cord-like material" (a hose), this reference could anticipate the "storage frame" with "receptacles" for "cord material" as described in claims 1 and 10. The mounting to an object is also relevant.

• US20020074460A1 (Cable management hub apparatus for organizing a physical workspace of a computer system)

  • Publication Date: 2002-06-20
  • Filing Date: 2000-12-16
  • Description: This patent focuses on a cable management hub for organizing cables in a computer workspace.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This reference is relevant to the general idea of organizing cables (cord-like material) and could anticipate the "multiple storage locations" on a "manager frame" for such materials, as in claims 1 and 10.

• US20030010862A1 (Cable management spool)

  • Publication Date: 2003-01-16
  • Filing Date: 2001-07-11
  • Description: This patent describes a spool specifically for managing cables.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): A "cable management spool" directly anticipates the function of a "storage device" or "frame" for "receiving cord-like material" in claims 1 and 10.

• US6530131B1 (Tool leash device)

  • Publication Date: 2003-03-11
  • Filing Date: 2002-02-20
  • Description: This patent describes a device for leashing tools, which can involve managing flexible connectors.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): The concept of retaining an item with a flexible connector could be considered in relation to the "fastener" and "coupling" aspects of claims 1 and 10, though less directly to the cord storage itself.

• US6962306B2 (Units for storing flexible elongated objects)

  • Publication Date: 2005-11-08
  • Filing Date: 2002-07-15
  • Description: This patent describes units specifically for storing flexible elongated objects.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): This is highly relevant as it explicitly covers "storing flexible elongated objects," directly anticipating the core concept of the "storage device" or "manager frame" for "cord-like material" in claims 1 and 10. The multiple storage locations are also pertinent.

• US20050281679A1 (Basement flood control system)

  • Publication Date: 2005-12-22
  • Filing Date: 2004-06-21
  • Description: This patent describes a basement flood control system.
  • Potential Anticipation (35 U.S.C. § 102): Similar to US5314313A, this reference provides context for the environment of the invention (sump pump systems) but is unlikely to directly anticipate the specific structural elements of the cord manager itself.

Obviousness Analysis of US Patent 7748665 under 35 U.S.C. § 103

This analysis identifies combinations of prior art references cited within US Patent 7748665 that would render the independent claims (Claim 1 and Claim 10) obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art (POSA). The motivation to combine these references stems from addressing known problems in managing sump pump peripherals and applying established mechanical fastening and organizational principles. The POSA in this field would likely be a homeowner, a plumber, or a general contractor familiar with sump pump systems and basic organization techniques.

Obviousness of Independent Claim 1

Claim 1: A sump pump peripherals manager system for managing peripherals of a sump pump, the system comprising:

• a base defining a discharge conduit of a sump holding the sump pump;
• a manager frame attached to and supported by the discharge conduit at a predetermined ergonomic location with at least one fastener, the frame having a seat, for resting the frame against the base and orienting the frame relative to the base, and having at least one fastener engagement surface engaged by the at least one fastener and disposed so that the at least one fastener cooperates with the seat to clamp the discharge conduit and fixedly hold the frame in the predetermined ergonomic location on the base;
• wherein the frame has multiple storage locations adapted for storage of multiple sump pump peripherals on the frame.

Combination of Prior Art References and Motivation:

A person having ordinary skill in the art (POSA) would have been motivated to combine the teachings of the following prior art to arrive at the invention of Claim 1:

1. US5314313A (Janesky) or US20050281679A1 (Niedermeyer) for the Sump Pump Context: These patents teach water control systems that include sump pumps and the associated discharge conduits. The background of US7748665 itself identifies the problem of managing power cords and other peripherals for sump pumps, noting that they "tend to become bunched up and also can become entangled with sump pump devices" and can become "immersed in water." A POSA would understand this problem within the context of these known sump pump systems.
2. US4702443A (Callaway) or US6962306B2 (West) for Cord Storage: Callaway teaches a "cord holding device" comprising a frame with features for holding cords. West teaches "units for storing flexible elongated objects." These references demonstrate the well-known concept of providing a frame with multiple storage locations for managing cord-like material. A POSA would readily apply such a known cord management device to the problem of organizing sump pump cords.
3. US5303887A (Hasty) or US3848783A (Fort Lock Corp) for Mounting to a Conduit/Tubular Structure: Hasty teaches a "Universal pipe support and hanger" designed to attach a device to a pipe, which serves as a "base." Fort Lock Corp teaches a "Bicycle lock carrying bracket" that attaches to a bicycle frame (a tubular structure). These references demonstrate known methods for securely attaching a bracket or frame to a cylindrical or pipe-like object using fasteners. The principles of a mounting bracket having a surface that rests against the pipe (a "seat") and surfaces for fastener engagement that cooperate to clamp the pipe are inherent in such designs for stability and securement.

Motivation to Combine:
A POSA, recognizing the common problem of disorganized and potentially hazardous sump pump cords and other peripherals (as highlighted in the background of US7748665), would be motivated to provide a dedicated organizer. Given that sump pump systems inherently include a discharge conduit, it would be an obvious choice to utilize this readily available and stable structure as a mounting point for such an organizer. The POSA would combine a known cord storage frame (e.g., from Callaway or West) with a known pipe attachment mechanism (e.g., from Hasty or Fort Lock Corp) to create a system for managing sump pump cords by mounting them directly to the discharge conduit. Designing the frame to include a "seat" that rests against the conduit and a "fastener engagement surface" that cooperates with a fastener (such as a hose clamp, wire tie, or plastic tie, as mentioned in Claim 4 and 12 of the patent) to clamp the conduit would be a straightforward engineering decision for ensuring stable attachment and proper orientation, well within the ordinary skill of the art. The "predetermined ergonomic location" is merely a functional choice for optimal user access, not a structural limitation that would require inventive ingenuity.

Therefore, Claim 1 is rendered obvious by combining the teachings of a sump pump environment, a cord holding device, and a pipe mounting mechanism, driven by the motivation to solve the known problem of sump pump peripheral disorganization.

Obviousness of Independent Claim 10

Claim 10: A kit for storing sump pump peripherals comprising a storage frame having at least one pair of receptacles formed therein for receiving cord material, the frame having a seat; a record retainer including a holder for a record; a fastener for removably coupling the record retainer to the storage frame; and a base defining a discharge conduit of a sump holding the sump pump; the storage frame attached to and supported by the discharge conduit at a predetermined ergonomic location with at least one fastener and disposed so that the at least one fastener cooperates with the seat to clamp the discharge conduit and fixedly hold the frame in the predetermined ergonomic location on the base.

Combination of Prior Art References and Motivation:

Claim 10 builds upon the elements of Claim 1 and adds a "record retainer" and the "kit" format. A POSA would have been motivated to combine the teachings of the references for Claim 1 with additional prior art for document storage and kit packaging:

1. Combination for the Storage Frame Mounted to Conduit: The combination of US5314313A/US20050281679A1 (sump pump context) + US4702443A/US6962306B2 (cord holder) + US5303887A/US3848783A (pipe attachment with seat/clamping) renders the cord storage frame mounted to the discharge conduit obvious, as explained for Claim 1.
2. US4971271A (Sularz) for an Article Holder/Organizer: Sularz teaches an "Article organizer and holder assembly," demonstrating the concept of a holder for various articles in an organizational context. The specification of US7748665 itself explicitly identifies "manuals, and other documentation for the pump, as well as a pump service log or record" as "peripherals" that need management. Record retainers, such as a board with a pocket front for holding sheets of paper (as described in US7748665, FIG. 5), are common and basic organizational tools.
3. General Knowledge for Removable Fastening and Kit Packaging: The patent describes using a "looped wire" or "twist-tie" to couple the record retainer to the storage device. These are well-known, simple, and common fasteners for temporary or removable attachment. The concept of supplying related components together in a "kit," potentially in a "blister pack, for easy marketing and installation," is a routine commercial practice.

Motivation to Combine:
A POSA would be motivated to provide a comprehensive management solution for all sump pump peripherals, which, as recognized by US7748665, include not only cords but also important documents like manuals and service records. Therefore, it would be obvious to enhance the already obvious cord manager system (mounted to the discharge conduit as per the Claim 1 analysis) by adding a known type of document holder (record retainer) to it. Attaching this document holder to the frame using a simple, known, and often removable fastener (like a wire loop or twist-tie) would be an uninventive design choice aimed at improving the utility of the overall system. Furthermore, packaging these related components (storage frame, mounting system, and record retainer) together as a "kit" for convenience of sale and installation is a well-established commercial practice that does not require inventive skill.

Therefore, Claim 10 is rendered obvious by combining the teachings of the obvious sump pump cord manager system with a known document holder, using common fastening methods, and presenting the combination as a kit to address the complete organizational needs for sump pump peripherals.