Fabric treatment machine hinge spacer
US11866970B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 7, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jan 9, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/312
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A fabric treatment machine has a cabinet housing. A lid enables access inside the cabinet. Fabric treatment components such as a drum are positioned inside the cabinet housing. A panel on the cabinet housing includes an opening to receive the lid. At least one hinge spacer couples with the panel to receive a shaft of a slow close hinge on the lid. The at least one hinge spacer includes a socket portion and a flange portion. The socket portion inserts into an aperture in the panel. The socket portion includes a bore with at least one flat side to receive a mating shaft from the slow closing hinge. The hinge shaft has at least one flat surface. The flange portion covers the panel around the socket.
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