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Appliance latch assembly

US11573009B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION · US

Inventors

Ganesh Bramhane · Pune, IN
Pallavi B. Nevage · Nashik, IN
Pradeep Thorat · Jamkhed, IN

Key dates

Filing date	May 5, 2020
Grant date	Feb 7, 2023
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Aug 21, 2040

Classification

Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
CPC primaryE05Y2900/308
WIPO fieldCivil engineering
WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A latch assembly for an appliance includes a cabinet having a front panel with a latch opening. A latch member is aligned with the latch opening of the front panel and is movable between an engaged position and a disengaged position. A door is hingedly coupled to the cabinet between open and closed positions and has a latch receiving aperture. A cover plate is configured to selectively cover the latch opening. The cover plate is rotatably coupled with the cabinet between first and second positions.

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