Soft freeze zone
US8919146B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 3, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 30, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25D2317/0667
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A soft freeze assembly is provided within a freezer compartment of a refrigerator assembly. The refrigerator assembly includes a fresh food compartment maintained at a first temperature arranged adjacent the freezer compartment maintained at a second temperature. The soft freeze assembly includes a support structure attached to a wall within the freezer compartment. The soft freeze assembly further includes a storage bin being supported by the support structure and movable with respect to the support structure. The storage bin is structured to allow air exterior from the freezer compartment to enter the storage bin and maintain the storage bin at a third temperature that is colder than the first temperature and warmer than the second temperature.
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