Lift/latch mechanism to raise upper platen of grill
US7472645B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 3, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 11, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J37/0611
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A grill includes a lower portion and a pivotably attached upper platen each having a grilling surface. A lift/latch mechanism lifts the upper platen relative to the lower portion without the use of a motor. The upper platen can be manually lifted by grabbing the handle. An arm is pivotably attached to an upper pivotable portion at an upper pivot and is pivotably attached to a lower pivotable portion at a lower pivot. When the upper platen is lifted, a heavy resilient member biases the upper platen to a raised position. When the upper platen is lowered, a light resilient member bias the upper platen to a lowered position. When a solenoid is actuated, projection engages the arm to move the arm and lift the upper platen.
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