Appliance having dampening portion and method
US9506181B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 4, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49826
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Appliance (w) having a housing, a moveable tub (T) member inside the housing, and a dampening portion is provided. The housing includes, at least one side wall and the dampening portion disposed at least partially between the moveable tub member and the at least one side wall. The dampening portion includes, for example, a resilient material having at least one surface extending at least partially along the side wall or tub member. Methods of shipping and operation dampening an appliance are also disclosed.
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