Appliance having a housing dampening portion and method
US9845564B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 29, 2011 |
| Grant date | Dec 19, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 9, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD06F37/20
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Various embodiments of apparatuses and methods relating to appliances are provided. In one embodiment, an appliance having a housing, one or more moveable components inside the housing, a drive assembly, and a dampening portion is provided. The housing includes, for example, at least one side wall and the dampening member is disposed at least partially between the drive assembly 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 and the drive assembly. The dampening member is configured to limit movement of the drive assembly during shipping and handling to prevent damage to the appliance. The dampening member stays with the appliance after shipping and handling to enhance performance of the appliance, protect the moveable component, or both.
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