Locking divider for a refrigerator storage compartment

Details Locking divider for a refrigerator storage compartment Locking divider for a refrigerator storage compartment

2005-02-22

2009-02-17

Edell, Joseph F (Department: 3636)

Supports: cabinet structure

Spaced insulated wall

Refrigerator cabinet

C312S348300, C211S184000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07490915

ABSTRACT:
A divider for a pan, drawer or the like compartment in a refrigerator is constituted by multiple, pivotally interconnected pieces which can be selectively locked in a desired position to compartmentalize the storage compartment. The divider defines an over-center device that can be snapped into a locked in a desired position in the compartment, while being locked in position as a result of compressive forces being applied by front and rear walls of the pan or drawer. That is, the pan or drawer is preferably made of plastic and includes walls which deflect upon locking the divider in place. When the divider is opened or unlatched, all compressive forces are removed and the divider can be easily adjusted within the pan or drawer.

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