Patents Examined by B. Bennett
  • Patent number: 5001910
    Abstract: A control system is provided for a fabric washing machine including first and second lid actuated switches and washing fluid level detecting apparatus. A lockout device is in circuit with a conductive path of the second switch so that, if upon operation of the lid, the first switch is failed, a circuit is completed through the lockout device and level detecting apparatus to prevent reenergization of the fabric washing machine. Switch mounting apparatus is provided which is adjustably movable for providing concurrent adjustment of at least the first and second switches with respect to a lid actuated switch actuator mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 1990
    Date of Patent: March 26, 1991
    Assignee: Maytag Corporation
    Inventors: Gregory K. Harmelink, John C. Mellinger