Fastening system for appliance cabinet assembly

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2006-02-14

2006-02-14

Hansen, James O. (Department: 3637)

Supports: cabinet structure

Spaced insulated wall

Refrigerator cabinet

C312S265600

Reexamination Certificate

active

06997530

ABSTRACT:
An appliance cabinet side wall is secured to a front frame member by a first mechanical fastening element of a fastening system. Subsequently, a trim piece is attached along the side wall through the use of a second mechanical fastening element which is threadably connected to the first fastening element. Most preferably, a blind-type rivnut is utilized to prevent any foam, used in insulating the cabinet, from leaking. Utilizing multi-functioning mechanical fastening elements minimizes the number of assembly components, eases assembly and enables the trim piece to be easily removed and/or replaced in case of damage, or even if the consumer desires to simply utilize a trim piece of another color or design.

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B.F.GoodrichRivnuts,1952, 19 pages.

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