Bottom load water cooler
US7434603B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 30, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 14, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/86276
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A liquid dispensing apparatus and method for using same, including a dispenser for dispensing liquid such as water to a user. A liquid container is located below the dispenser and removably attachable to a pivoting cradle engaging the liquid container. The cradle may be pivoted about an axis located adjacent an exit location for liquid within the liquid container. A filling device may be located below the liquid container for removably engaging the liquid container in fluid communication.
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