Ice maker and refrigerator comprising same
US10267551B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 4, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 8, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25C2700/12
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ice maker includes: an ice tray having partitioned spaces for receiving ice-making water; an ejector for separating ice in the ice tray; a detection unit for detecting at least one of a position of the ejector and a temperature of the ice tray; a control box provided to face the ice tray and including a motor operating the ejector and a printed circuit board provided therein; and a surface type heater provided in the ice tray and including a heating element of a metal thin film or a heat wire and an insulating member surrounding the heating element. The surface type heater is adhered to the ice tray by being pressed by an instrument provided in the ice tray or adhered to the ice tray by being bonded thereto.
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