Notched mullion retainer arrangement for a refrigerator cabinet

Details Notched mullion retainer arrangement for a refrigerator cabinet Notched mullion retainer arrangement for a refrigerator cabinet

2005-01-12

2008-08-05

Wilkens, Janet M (Department: 3637)

Supports: cabinet structure

Spaced insulated wall

Refrigerator cabinet

C312S406200

Reexamination Certificate

active

07407240

ABSTRACT:
A mullion is attached to a cabinet shell of a refrigerator through the use of a retainer that includes a laterally extending portion positioned between primary and secondary flanges of the cabinet shell, and a longitudinally extending portion that is interengaged with additional flange structure defined by the mullion. Clips formed on the retainer engage wall portions formed by the mullion flange structure to secure the retainer to the mullion. A tab formed on the retainer engages a keyhole formed in the secondary flange of the cabinet shell, thereby aiding in securing the retainer to the cabinet and preventing the mullion from undesirably shifting in either a horizontal or vertical manner.

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