Metal working – Method of mechanical manufacture – Heat exchanger or boiler making
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-13
2008-09-09
Bryant, David P. (Department: 3726)
Metal working
Method of mechanical manufacture
Heat exchanger or boiler making
C029S890140, C122S013010
Reexamination Certificate
active
07421784
ABSTRACT:
An original equipment manufacturer water heater including a water tank including an inlet and an outlet, means for heating water in the water tank, a base pan at least partially supporting the water tank such that water leaked from the water tank collects in the base pan, a valve closable to prevent water from entering the water tank through the inlet, and a sensor positioned in the base pan, the sensor configured to close the valve upon detecting water.
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