Appliance control system
US4843833A · kind A · utility
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20Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 24, 1987 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2007 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25D2700/02
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
This invention relates to a system for the control of electrical apparatus with particular reference to control by electric sensors, and with special reference to a control system for domestic appliances, such as refrigerators. The system may be adapted to control of appliances such as dishwashers, dryers, washers, stoves, etc. The preferred embodiment is microcomputer based. Thus, the system enables lower energy consumption, more accurate temperature maintenance and more effective servicing and monitoring of the mechanical condition of the apparatus to which it is applied.
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