Apparatus and method for identifying a filter assembly
US7836708B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 8, 2006 |
| Grant date | Nov 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 24, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25D2400/06
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A water filter identification system for a refrigerator including a refrigeration compartment includes a manifold assembly positioned within the refrigeration compartment and operatively coupled to a water dispensing system, and a monitoring device positioned with respect to the manifold assembly. The system also includes a filter assembly including a filter housing removably mounted to the manifold assembly and at least one indicator coupled to the filter housing. The at least one indicator is in signal communication with the monitoring device for facilitating identification of the filter assembly.
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