EP3292361A1 - Door handle-assembly for use in a refrigerator - Google Patents

Door handle-assembly for use in a refrigerator

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EP3292361A1
EP3292361A1 EP15722987.3A EP15722987A EP3292361A1 EP 3292361 A1 EP3292361 A1 EP 3292361A1 EP 15722987 A EP15722987 A EP 15722987A EP 3292361 A1 EP3292361 A1 EP 3292361A1
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assembly
support members
handle member
snap
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Semih Erol
Ergin Kaplan
Altinal CALISKAN
Tayfun ERSOZ
Sati MUTLU BOZAY
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Arcelik AS
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D23/00—General constructional features
    • F25D23/02—Doors; Covers
    • F25D23/028—Details
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B1/00—Knobs or handles for wings; Knobs, handles, or press buttons for locks or latches on wings
    • E05B1/0015—Knobs or handles which do not operate the bolt or lock, e.g. non-movable; Mounting thereof

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  • the present invention relates to a door handle-assembly of a household appliance in particular a domestic refrigerator.
  • a domestic refrigerator generally comprises a refrigeration compartment and a door for accessing the refrigeration compartment.
  • the domestic refrigerator is commonly provided with a handle which is attached to the panel of the door. The user can open/close the door by pulling/pushing the handle.
  • Door handles are commonly provided either as a single piece handle or as a handle-assembly which includes a plurality of members.
  • a common problem with the prior art door handle-assembly is that the assemblage of the various members is very laborious and takes an unnecessary amount of time of the assembly operator, and thus incurs additional labor costs.
  • DE 296 24 454 discloses a prior art handle-assembly for a refrigerator door.
  • This handle-assembly comprises an elongated handle member and and two support members for supporting the handle member.
  • the support members are attachable to the door panel by means of two screws respectively.
  • An objective of the present invention is to provide a handle-assembly and a refrigerator having the same which solves the problems of the prior art in a cost-effective way and which enables an improved production and assemblage of the handle-assembly.
  • the handle-assembly of the present invention comprises two snap connections which connect the two support members with the handle member respectively.
  • each snap connection comprises a snap recess and a snap-in hook.
  • This embodiment is particularly advantageous as the snap-in hooks can reliably secure the support members and the handle member in place.
  • one of the snap recess and the snap-in hook is disposed onto the respective support member, and the other one of the snap recess and the snap-in hook is disposed onto the respective end of the handle member.
  • the handle-assembly further comprises two interference fit connections for connecting the support members with the handle member.
  • interference fit connection comprises a receiving space and a projection which has ribs.
  • One of the receiving space and the ribbed projection may be disposed onto the respective support member, and the other one of the receiving space and the ribbed projection may be disposed onto the respective end of the handle member.
  • the projections may have a c-shaped cross section which saves material and weight.
  • the ribs and the projections may be manufactured from the same material or from different materials. For instance, ribs may be manufactured from a more flexible material. Thereby, the support members and the handle member can be prevented from receiving any damages during the assemblage.
  • the handle-assembly further comprises two interlocking connections.
  • This embodiment is particularly advantageous as the interlocking connections facilitate relative alignment and positioning of the support member and the handle member during the assemblage, and thus further reliably secure the support members and the handle member in place.
  • the interlocking connection comprises one or more keys and matching slots.
  • the keys and/or the slots may be disposed onto the respective support member, and the counterpart slots and/or keys may be disposed onto the respective end of the handle member.
  • the keys may have a rectangular shape, a dove tail shape, triangular shape, T-shape, or an arc shape.
  • each support member is attachable to the panel by means of a single screw. This embodiment is particularly advantageous as the attachment of the support members can be quickly performed.
  • the handle-assembly is attachable to the side panel of the door.
  • each support member is attachable to the panel by means of another snap-connection. This obviates the need for using the screws.
  • the handle-assembly comprises two reinforcement members which can be installed between the support member and the panel. This embodiment is particularly advantageous as the support members and the panel can be prevented from receiving the damages due to any excessive mechanical stress.
  • the handle member and the support members are each plastic moulded single pieces.
  • the handle member and the support members can be manufactured from a light weight metal or a light weight metal alloy.
  • Figure 1 – is a schematic perspective view of a domestic refrigerator which has a handle-assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention
  • Figure 2 – is a schematic side view of the refrigerator of Fig. 1;
  • Figure 3 – is a schematic top view of the refrigerator of Fig. 1;
  • Figure 4 – is a schematic sectional view of the refrigerator of Fig. 3, taken along the line A-A;
  • Figure 5 – is a schematic enlarged view of the detail B of Fig. 4;
  • Figure 6 – is a schematic partially exploded perspective view of the refrigerator of Fig. 1;
  • Figure 7 – is a schematic enlarged front view of the handle-assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 8 – is a schematic exploded perspective view of the handle-assembly of Fig. 7;
  • Figure 9 – is another schematic exploded perspective view of the handle-assembly of Fig. 7;
  • Figure 10 – is a schematic sectional view of the handle-assembly of Fig. 7, taken along the line C-C;
  • Figure 11 – is a schematic enlarged view of the detail D of Fig. 8;
  • Figure 12 – is a schematic enlarged inner view of the handle-assembly of Fig. 7.
  • Screw hole 18 Reinforcement member 20. Screw hole 21. Depression 22. Refrigeration compartment 23. Foam material 24. Screw hole
  • the handle-assembly (1) is suitable for use in a household appliance (2), in particular a domestic refrigerator (2).
  • the domestic refrigerator (2) comprises a refrigeration compartment (22) and a door (3) for accessing the refrigeration compartment (22).
  • the door (3) includes a panel (4).
  • the handle-assembly (1) comprises an elongated handle member (5); and two support members (6) which are adapted for attachment to the panel (4) and further adapted to respectively support the handle member (5) at both ends.
  • the handle-assembly (1) of the present invention further comprises two snap connections (7) which are adapted to connect the two support members (6) with the handle member (5) respectively.
  • the refrigerator (2) according to the present invention further comprises the handle-assembly (1).
  • each snap connection (7) comprises a snap recess (8), and a snap-in hook (9) that is adapted to engage with the respective snap recess (8).
  • two snap recesses (8) are formed into the handle member (5) at both ends respectively.
  • the snap-in hooks (9) are formed onto the support members (6) respectively.
  • the handle-assembly (1) comprises two interference fit connections (10) which are adapted to connect the two support members (6) with the handle member (5) respectively.
  • each interference fit connection (10) comprises a receiving space (11) that extends in the elongation direction of the handle member (5), and a projection (12) which includes ribs (13) that extend in the elongation direction and are adapted to fit into the receiving space (11).
  • the two receiving spaces (11) are formed into the handle member (5) at both ends respectively.
  • the projections (12), including the ribs (13) are formed onto the support members (6) respectively. The ribs (13) are adapted to become gently squeezed as the projection (12) is inserted into the respective receiving space (11).
  • each projection (12) has a c-shaped cross section.
  • the ribs (13) are formed onto the outer surface of the projections (12).
  • the handle-assembly (1) comprises two interlocking connections (14) which are adapted to connect the two support members (6) with the handle member (5) respectively.
  • each interlocking connection (14) comprises keys (15) that extend in the elongation direction of the handle member (5), and slots (16) that extend in said elongation direction and are adapted to engage with the respective keys (15).
  • the keys (15) are formed onto the handle member (5).
  • the slots (16) are formed into the support members (6) respectively.
  • the keys (15) have T-shaped cross-sections.
  • the slots (16) have shapes which match the T-shaped keys (15) respectively.
  • the handle member (5) comprises at both ends two tongues (5a) respectively which include at least part of the keys (15).
  • the tongues (5a) are easily accessible to the assembly operator so as to facilitate the interlocking of the keys (15) and the slots (16).
  • the free ends of the c-shaped projection (12) define a slot (16) that is adapted to engage with the two keys (15) on the tongue (5a).
  • each tongue (5a) includes the respective snap recess (8) in close proximity to its tip.
  • each support member (6) comprise a screw hole (17) for receiving a respective screw (18) so as to attach the support member (6) to the panel (4).
  • the panel (4) comprises counterpart screw holes (24).
  • the handle-assembly (1) comprises: two reinforcement members (19) which are adapted for installation between the support member (6) and the panel (4).
  • the reinforcement members (19) each includes a counterpart screw hole (20) for receiving the corresponding screw (18).
  • the support members (6) each comprises a matching depression (21) for accommodating the respective reinforcement member (19).
  • the support members (6) are adapted for attachment to the side panel (4) of the door (3).
  • the counterpart screw holes (24) are formed into the side panel (4).
  • the handle member (5) and the support members (6) are each plastic moulded single pieces.
  • the projection (12) and the ribs (13) are moulded from different plastic materials such that the ribs (13) are comparatively more flexible.
  • the door (3) includes polyurethane foam material (23) behind the panel (4).

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Abstract

The present invention relates to a handle-assembly (1) for use in a household appliance (2), in particular a refrigerator (2) which comprising a door (3) with a panel (4). The handle-assembly (1) comprises an elongated handle member (5); and two support members (6) which are adapted for attachment to the panel (4) and further adapted to support the handle member (5) at both ends respectively. The handle-assembly (1) of the present invention further comprises two snap connections (7) which are adapted to connect the two support members (6) with the handle member (5) respectively.

Description

    DOOR HANDLE-ASSEMBLY FOR USE IN A REFRIGERATOR
  • The present invention relates to a door handle-assembly of a household appliance in particular a domestic refrigerator.
  • Domestic refrigerators are commonly known in the art. A domestic refrigerator generally comprises a refrigeration compartment and a door for accessing the refrigeration compartment. The domestic refrigerator is commonly provided with a handle which is attached to the panel of the door. The user can open/close the door by pulling/pushing the handle. Door handles are commonly provided either as a single piece handle or as a handle-assembly which includes a plurality of members. A common problem with the prior art door handle-assembly is that the assemblage of the various members is very laborious and takes an unnecessary amount of time of the assembly operator, and thus incurs additional labor costs.
  • DE 296 24 454 (U1) discloses a prior art handle-assembly for a refrigerator door. This handle-assembly comprises an elongated handle member and and two support members for supporting the handle member. The support members are attachable to the door panel by means of two screws respectively.
  • An objective of the present invention is to provide a handle-assembly and a refrigerator having the same which solves the problems of the prior art in a cost-effective way and which enables an improved production and assemblage of the handle-assembly.
  • This objective has been achieved by the handle-assembly as defined in claim 1, and the refrigerator as defined in claim 14. Further achievements have been attained by the subject-matters respectively defined in the dependent claims.
  • The handle-assembly of the present invention comprises two snap connections which connect the two support members with the handle member respectively.
  • A major advantageous effect of the present invention is that by virtue of the snap connections, the assemblage of the support members with the handle member becomes easier and is considerably expedited. Another major advantageous effect of the present invention is that by virtue of the snap connections, the risk that the support members and the handle member fall apart due to any loose fitting during the assemblage can be eliminated or reduced as much as possible, and thus the assemblage can be conducted conveniently.
  • In an embodiment, each snap connection comprises a snap recess and a snap-in hook. This embodiment is particularly advantageous as the snap-in hooks can reliably secure the support members and the handle member in place. In alternative versions of this embodiment, one of the snap recess and the snap-in hook is disposed onto the respective support member, and the other one of the snap recess and the snap-in hook is disposed onto the respective end of the handle member.
  • In another embodiment, the handle-assembly further comprises two interference fit connections for connecting the support members with the handle member. This embodiment is particularly advantageous as the two interference fit connections remove any clearance or play between the support members and the handle member, and achieves a stiff handle-assembly. In a version of this embodiment, interference fit connection comprises a receiving space and a projection which has ribs. One of the receiving space and the ribbed projection may be disposed onto the respective support member, and the other one of the receiving space and the ribbed projection may be disposed onto the respective end of the handle member. The projections may have a c-shaped cross section which saves material and weight. The ribs and the projections may be manufactured from the same material or from different materials. For instance, ribs may be manufactured from a more flexible material. Thereby, the support members and the handle member can be prevented from receiving any damages during the assemblage.
  • In another embodiment, the handle-assembly further comprises two interlocking connections. This embodiment is particularly advantageous as the interlocking connections facilitate relative alignment and positioning of the support member and the handle member during the assemblage, and thus further reliably secure the support members and the handle member in place. In a version of this embodiment, the interlocking connection comprises one or more keys and matching slots. The keys and/or the slots may be disposed onto the respective support member, and the counterpart slots and/or keys may be disposed onto the respective end of the handle member. The keys may have a rectangular shape, a dove tail shape, triangular shape, T-shape, or an arc shape.
  • In another embodiment, each support member is attachable to the panel by means of a single screw. This embodiment is particularly advantageous as the attachment of the support members can be quickly performed. In a version of this embodiment, the handle-assembly is attachable to the side panel of the door. In an alternative embodiment, each support member is attachable to the panel by means of another snap-connection. This obviates the need for using the screws.
  • In another embodiment, the handle-assembly comprises two reinforcement members which can be installed between the support member and the panel. This embodiment is particularly advantageous as the support members and the panel can be prevented from receiving the damages due to any excessive mechanical stress.
  • In another embodiment, the handle member and the support members are each plastic moulded single pieces. Alternatively the handle member and the support members can be manufactured from a light weight metal or a light weight metal alloy.
  • Additional features and additional advantageous effects of the handle-assembly and the refrigerator of the present invention will become more apparent with the detailed description of the embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings in which:
  • Figure 1 – is a schematic perspective view of a domestic refrigerator which has a handle-assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;
  • Figure 2 – is a schematic side view of the refrigerator of Fig. 1;
  • Figure 3 – is a schematic top view of the refrigerator of Fig. 1;
  • Figure 4 – is a schematic sectional view of the refrigerator of Fig. 3, taken along the line A-A;
  • Figure 5 – is a schematic enlarged view of the detail B of Fig. 4;
  • Figure 6 – is a schematic partially exploded perspective view of the refrigerator of Fig. 1;
  • Figure 7 – is a schematic enlarged front view of the handle-assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;
  • Figure 8 – is a schematic exploded perspective view of the handle-assembly of Fig. 7;
  • Figure 9 – is another schematic exploded perspective view of the handle-assembly of Fig. 7;
  • Figure 10 – is a schematic sectional view of the handle-assembly of Fig. 7, taken along the line C-C;
  • Figure 11 – is a schematic enlarged view of the detail D of Fig. 8;
  • Figure 12 – is a schematic enlarged inner view of the handle-assembly of Fig. 7.
  • The reference signs appearing on the drawings relate to the following technical features.
    1. Handle-assembly
    2. Refrigerator
    3. Door
    4. Panel
    5. Handle member
  • 5a. Tongue
    6. Support member
    7. Snap connection
    8. Snap recess
    9. Snap-in hook
    10. Interference fit connection
    11. Receiving space
    12. Projection
    13. Rib
    14. Interlocking connection
    15. Key
    16. Slot
    17. Screw hole
    18. Screw
    19. Reinforcement member
    20. Screw hole
    21. Depression
    22. Refrigeration compartment
    23. Foam material
    24. Screw hole
  • The handle-assembly (1) is suitable for use in a household appliance (2), in particular a domestic refrigerator (2).
  • The domestic refrigerator (2) comprises a refrigeration compartment (22) and a door (3) for accessing the refrigeration compartment (22). The door (3) includes a panel (4).
  • The handle-assembly (1) comprises an elongated handle member (5); and two support members (6) which are adapted for attachment to the panel (4) and further adapted to respectively support the handle member (5) at both ends.
  • The handle-assembly (1) of the present invention further comprises two snap connections (7) which are adapted to connect the two support members (6) with the handle member (5) respectively.
  • The refrigerator (2) according to the present invention further comprises the handle-assembly (1).
  • In an embodiment, each snap connection (7) comprises a snap recess (8), and a snap-in hook (9) that is adapted to engage with the respective snap recess (8). In this embodiment, two snap recesses (8) are formed into the handle member (5) at both ends respectively. And the snap-in hooks (9) are formed onto the support members (6) respectively.
  • In another embodiment, the handle-assembly (1) comprises two interference fit connections (10) which are adapted to connect the two support members (6) with the handle member (5) respectively.
  • In another embodiment, each interference fit connection (10) comprises a receiving space (11) that extends in the elongation direction of the handle member (5), and a projection (12) which includes ribs (13) that extend in the elongation direction and are adapted to fit into the receiving space (11). In this embodiment, the two receiving spaces (11) are formed into the handle member (5) at both ends respectively. And the projections (12), including the ribs (13) are formed onto the support members (6) respectively. The ribs (13) are adapted to become gently squeezed as the projection (12) is inserted into the respective receiving space (11).
  • In another embodiment, each projection (12) has a c-shaped cross section. In this embodiment, the ribs (13) are formed onto the outer surface of the projections (12).
  • In another embodiment, the handle-assembly (1) comprises two interlocking connections (14) which are adapted to connect the two support members (6) with the handle member (5) respectively.
  • In another embodiment, each interlocking connection (14) comprises keys (15) that extend in the elongation direction of the handle member (5), and slots (16) that extend in said elongation direction and are adapted to engage with the respective keys (15). In this embodiment, the keys (15) are formed onto the handle member (5). And the slots (16) are formed into the support members (6) respectively.
  • In another embodiment, the keys (15) have T-shaped cross-sections. And the slots (16) have shapes which match the T-shaped keys (15) respectively.
  • In another embodiment, the handle member (5) comprises at both ends two tongues (5a) respectively which include at least part of the keys (15). The tongues (5a) are easily accessible to the assembly operator so as to facilitate the interlocking of the keys (15) and the slots (16).
  • In another embodiment, the free ends of the c-shaped projection (12) define a slot (16) that is adapted to engage with the two keys (15) on the tongue (5a).
  • In another embodiment, each tongue (5a) includes the respective snap recess (8) in close proximity to its tip.
  • In another embodiment, each support member (6) comprise a screw hole (17) for receiving a respective screw (18) so as to attach the support member (6) to the panel (4). In this embodiment, the panel (4) comprises counterpart screw holes (24).
  • In another embodiment, the handle-assembly (1) comprises: two reinforcement members (19) which are adapted for installation between the support member (6) and the panel (4). The reinforcement members (19) each includes a counterpart screw hole (20) for receiving the corresponding screw (18). In a version of this embodiment, the support members (6) each comprises a matching depression (21) for accommodating the respective reinforcement member (19).
  • In another embodiment, the support members (6) are adapted for attachment to the side panel (4) of the door (3). In this embodiment, the counterpart screw holes (24) are formed into the side panel (4).
  • In another embodiment, the handle member (5) and the support members (6) are each plastic moulded single pieces.
  • In another embodiment, the projection (12) and the ribs (13) are moulded from different plastic materials such that the ribs (13) are comparatively more flexible.
  • In another embodiment, the door (3) includes polyurethane foam material (23) behind the panel (4).
  • A major advantageous effect of the present invention is that by virtue of the snap connections (7), the assemblage of the handle member (5) and support members (6) becomes easier and is considerably expedited. Another major advantageous effect of the present invention is that by virtue of the snap connections (7), the risk that the handle member (5) and the support members (6) fall apart due to any loose fitting during the assemblage can be eliminated or reduced as much as possible, and thus the assemblage can be conducted conveniently. Other advantageous effects of the present invention can be taken from the aforementioned embodiments.

Claims (15)

  1. A handle-assembly (1) for use in a household appliance (2), in particular a refrigerator (2) comprising a door (3) which includes a panel (4), the handle-assembly (1) comprising an elongated handle member (5), two support members (6) which are adapted for attachment to the panel (4) and further adapted to support the handle member (5) at both ends respectively, and characterized in that two snap connections (7) which are adapted to connect the two support members (6) with the handle member (5) respectively.
  2. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that each snap connection (7) comprises a snap recess (8) and a snap-in hook (9) that is adapted to engage with the respective snap recess (8), wherein the snap recesses (8) are formed into the handle member (5) at both ends respectively, and the snap-in hooks (9) are formed onto the support members (6) respectively.
  3. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that two interference fit connections (10) which are adapted to connect the two support members (6) with the handle member (5) respectively.
  4. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that each interference fit connection (10) comprises a receiving space (11) that extends in the elongation direction of the handle member (5); and a projection (12) which includes one or more ribs (13) that extend in said elongation direction and are adapted to fit into the respective receiving space (11), wherein the receiving spaces (11) are formed into the handle member (5) at both ends respectively, and the projections (12), including said one or more ribs (13) are formed onto the support members (6) respectively.
  5. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that each projection (12) has a c-shaped cross section, wherein the ribs (13) are formed onto the outer surface of the projections (12).
  6. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that two interlocking connections (14) which are adapted to connect the two support members (6) with the handle member (5) respectively.
  7. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 6, characterized in that each interlocking connection (14) comprises one or more keys (15) that extend in the elongation direction of the handle member (5), and one or more slots (16) that extend in said elongation direction and are adapted to engage with the respective keys (15), wherein the keys (15) are formed onto the handle member (5) at both ends respectively, and the slots (16) are formed into the support members (6) respectively.
  8. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 7, characterized in that the keys (15) have T-shaped cross-sections, and the slots (16) have shapes which match the T-shaped keys (15) respectively.
  9. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 7, characterized in that the handle member (5) comprises at both ends two tongues (5a) respectively which include at least part of the keys (15).
  10. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the support members (6) each comprises a screw hole (17) for receiving a respective screw (18) so as to attach the support member (6) to the panel (4).
  11. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 10, characterized in that two reinforcement members (19) which are adapted for installation between the support members (6) and the panel (4) respectively, wherein the reinforcement members (19) each includes a counterpart screw hole (20) for receiving the respective screw (18), and wherein the support members (6) each comprises a matching depression (21) for accommodating the respective reinforcement member (19).
  12. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the support members (6) are each adapted for attachment to the side panel (4) of the door (3).
  13. The handle-assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the handle member (5) and the support members (6) are each plastic moulded single pieces.
  14. A refrigerator (2) comprising a refrigeration compartment (22) and a door (3) for accessing the refrigeration compartment (22), wherein the door (3) includes a panel (4), the refrigerator (2) being characterized in that the handle-assembly (1) as defined in any one of claims 1 to 13.
  15. The refrigerator (2) according to claim 14, characterized in that the panel (4) of the door (3) comprises two counterpart screw holes (24) for the attachment of the support members (6) of the handle assembly (1) respectively.
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