Single actuator multiple position appliance diverter valve
US11231115B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 6, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jan 25, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 4, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16K39/045
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A diverter valve for an appliance such as a washing machine or the like provides a valve plate that can be moved by a DC motor both rotationally about an axis and axially along the axis to allow the valve plate to be retracted from engagement with a valve seat before rotation and reengaged after rotation permitting operation with a low-power DC motor.
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