Pilot assemblies for heating devices
US8297968B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 19, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 30, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87386
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In certain embodiments, an apparatus can comprise a dual fuel pilot assembly. The pilot assembly can comprise a first fuel dispenser, a second fuel dispenser, an igniter and at least one of a thermocouple, and a thermopile. The pilot assembly can be configured to direct heat from combustion of one of either a first fuel or a second fuel to the at least one of the thermocouple and the thermopile.
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