Water filter assembly for use in an appliance

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2006-06-27

2006-06-27

Cecil, Terry K. (Department: 1723)

Liquid purification or separation

With alarm, indicator, register, recorder, signal or...

C210S087000, C210S097000, C210S235000, C210S175000, C210S323100, C222S189060, C222S036000, C062S339000

Reexamination Certificate

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07067054

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for filtering water dispensed from an appliance (e.g. a refrigerator) includes a low-profile filter cartridge (or a bank of filter cartridges) releasably connected to a manifold assembly. The manifold assembly is in communication with the water inlet of appliance and routs the filtered water to points of use. A water usage sensor in the manifold monitors the filter cartridge life and alerts the user when it is time to replace the filter. A latching mechanism includes a latching member200on the cartridge and a linearly moveable actuator174for releaseably securing the filter cartridge to the manifold assembly. A flow control valve ensures that the water circuit remains closed when the filter cartridge is removed from the manifold.

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