Washing machine operable with supply distribution, dispensing and use system method
US7689476B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 31, 2004 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25D2400/06
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An appliance supply distribution and dispensing system and method for distributing appliance supplies to a home or business and which involves a computerized system which facilitates dispensing or using one or more supplies from an appliance. The computerized system monitors the supply level(s) and, when necessary, automatically orders and delivers additional supplies. In addition, the computerized system automatically detects dispensing, use or appliance problems and orders and arranges for repair service.
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