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Temperature sensor for heater unit in cooktop range

US6756569B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 13, 2002
Grant dateJun 29, 2004
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Expiry dateJul 30, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05B3/746
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A heating unit for use in a cooktop is disclosed. The heating unit includes a pan with an insulation structure supporting a heating element. The heating unit further includes a temperature sensor and indicator to be used as a visual indication to the user that the heating unit is energized.

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