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US3724095A
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Delicate goods tray
Assignee: Fedders Corp
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Filing: 1971-06-01
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Granted: 1973-04-03
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Expires: 1991-06-01
Abstract
Abstract The axle of a horizontally mounted drum is provided with a special female receptacle. A delicate goods tray is provided with a male fitting adapted to fit within the female receptacle so as to cantilever support the tray and hold it stationary during movement of the drum. The tray is particularly adapted to hold goods which cannot be subjected to tumbling action during a drying operation.
Inventors
- 👤 T Laue
- 👤 L Buck
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 09:51
CPC Classifications
D; D06; D06F; D06F58/00; D06F58/02; D06F58/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
93 words
In a dryer having a horizontal drum with a center axle support: a. a female receptacle affixed to the center axle support of the drum; and b. a tray, adapted to be supported within the drum in a horizontal position, said tray allowing for the circulation of air and including: 1. a horizontal portion and 2. a vertical support portion, attached to said horizontal portion, and having means for attachment to said female receptacle, said receptacle and means for attachment providing the sole means for supporting and maintaining the alignment of said tray.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
93 words
In a dryer having a horizontal drum with a center axle support: a. a female receptacle affixed to the center axle support of the drum; and b. a tray, adapted to be supported within the drum in a horizontal position, said tray allowing for the circulation of air and including: 1. a horizontal portion and 2. a vertical support portion, attached to said horizontal portion, and having means for attachment to said female receptacle, said receptacle and means for attachment providing the sole means for supporting and maintaining the alignment of said tray.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
37 words
a vertical support portion, attached to said horizontal portion, and having means for attachment to said female receptacle, said receptacle and means for attachment providing the sole means for supporting and maintaining the alignment of said tray.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
37 words
a vertical support portion, attached to said horizontal portion, and having means for attachment to said female receptacle, said receptacle and means for attachment providing the sole means for supporting and maintaining the alignment of said tray.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
The dryer of claim 1 wherein said attachment means includes a male element having a spring loaded lug for holding within said female receptacle.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
28 words
The dryer of claim 2 wherein said male fitting also includes a guide pin and said female receptacle is provided with a slot to accommodate said guide pin.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
13 words
The dryer of claim 1 wherein said tray includes essentially vertical edge walls.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The dryer of claim 1 wherein said tray includes an essentially vertical end wall at the end opposite said support means.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-04-02 | 1976-10-02 | 1977-04-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-04-02 | 1980-10-02 | 1981-04-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-04-02 | 1984-10-02 | 1985-04-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |