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Mixing chamber connecting system in a washing machine

US9222211B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 15, 2013
Grant dateDec 29, 2015
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Expiry dateMar 3, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/9029
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A water inlet system for a washing machine including a main body, at least one insert and a valve assembly. The main body is made of a first material. The at least one insert is spin welded to the main body. The at least one insert is made of a material substantially the same as the first material. The valve assembly is mechanically coupled and sealed with the insert. The valve assembly has a valve body made of a second material, with the first material and the second material being different.

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