18101386. HEAT EXCHANGER CLEANING SYSTEM FOR LAUNDRY APPLIANCE simplified abstract (WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION)
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HEAT EXCHANGER CLEANING SYSTEM FOR LAUNDRY APPLIANCE
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Arun Rajendran of St. Joseph MI (US)
HEAT EXCHANGER CLEANING SYSTEM FOR LAUNDRY APPLIANCE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18101386 titled 'HEAT EXCHANGER CLEANING SYSTEM FOR LAUNDRY APPLIANCE
The abstract describes a laundry appliance with a blower, heat exchanger, drain channel, and cleaning block to dehumidify exhausted air and clean the heat exchanger.
- Blower delivers exhausted air through an airflow path.
- Heat exchanger dehumidifies the exhausted air.
- Drain channel collects condensate from the heat exchanger.
- Cleaning block delivers fluid flow over the heat exchanger to clean it.
Potential Applications: - Household laundry appliances - Commercial laundry facilities - Industrial drying systems
Problems Solved: - Improving air quality by dehumidifying exhausted air - Enhancing the efficiency of laundry drying processes - Preventing buildup of debris and contaminants in the heat exchanger
Benefits: - Energy efficiency - Improved air quality - Extended lifespan of the appliance
Commercial Applications: - Manufacturers of laundry appliances - Laundry service providers - Industrial drying equipment suppliers
Questions about Laundry Appliance with Heat Exchanger: 1. How does the heat exchanger in this laundry appliance improve air quality? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with using this technology in laundry facilities?
Frequently Updated Research: - Stay updated on advancements in heat exchanger technology for laundry appliances to improve efficiency and performance.
Original Abstract Submitted
A laundry appliance may include a blower configured to deliver exhausted air through an airflow path, a heat exchanger arranged within the airflow path and configured to dehumidify the exhausted air, a drain channel configured to receive condensate from the heat exchanger, a cleaning block arranged above the heat exchanger and configured to deliver fluid flow over the heat exchanger to clean the heat exchanger.
