Refrigerator condensate drain pipe with end cap for facilitating opening of refrigerator door
US9046301B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 4, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 2, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 24, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25D2321/146
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Provided is a refrigerator, which includes a drain pan, a drain pipe, and a drain cap. The drain pan is disposed under an evaporator, and includes a drain port through which defrosted water is discharged. The drain pipe is coupled to the drain port. The drain cap is installed inside of the drain pipe. A flip member disposed inside of the drain cap is integrally formed with the drain cap and is bendable.
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