Methods and systems for improving and maintaining the cleanliness of ice machines
US9803907B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 9, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 31, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25C2400/12
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The use of the following techniques to clean air: (1) inlet air filtration, (2) continuous recirculation air filtration, (3) water filtration and disinfection, (4) use of an air curtain in the ice bin opening, and (5) provision of clean air to the air assist pump during the harvest cycle.
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