Refrigerator with treated water
US7147773B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 25, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 12, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 15, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25D2400/06
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A refrigerator with a water treatment system including a head connecting a water supply to a water-using accessory. An end piece is provided for connecting a treatment cartridge to the head. The end piece comprises an inlet fitting having a cam that contacts a follower of a valve located in the head to open the valve when the end piece is mounted to the head and connects the treatment cartridge to the water treatment system.
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