Multi-path valve arrangement in a beverage making unit
US8646380B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 11, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/86389
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A multi-path valve arrangement in a beverage making unit by which, optionally, various beverages can be prepared. The multi-path valve arrangement includes a multi-path valve with a housing provided with a cold milk inlet, a cold water inlet, a valve outlet and an air opening. A valve body in the housing is suited to connect the cold milk inlet having an adjustable throttling with the valve outlet. The valve body is set by a step motor which is connected with a programmable control of the valve body position.
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