Appliance knob mounting system and method

Details Appliance knob mounting system and method Appliance knob mounting system and method

2006-10-26

2008-07-15

Friedhofer, Michael A (Department: 2832)

Electricity: circuit makers and breakers

Electric switch details

Actuators

C200S296000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07399939

ABSTRACT:
A control panel assembly for controlling a home appliance is provided. The control panel assembly includes a control board including at least one functional component. A control panel is coupled to the control board. The control panel forms a central cylinder defining an opening. A knob is positioned within the opening. The knob includes a front side, a rear side, a first cylindrical portion extending from the rear side and coupled to the control panel, and a second cylindrical portion extending from the rear side. The knob is configured to shield the control board from damage.

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