Programmable load compensation method and apparatus for use in a food

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5528018
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08020848

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A method and apparatus for programmably controlling a cooking appliance. In addition to PREHEAT, COOK, and HOLD modes, the control is operable in a PROGRAM, SPECIAL PROGRAM and TEST mode. In PROGRAM mode a user sets parameters for a plurality of products. In SPECIAL PROGRAM mode global or system oriented settings are made. In TEST mode, individual components may be tested under operation of a control panel. Data may be logged to record usage for individual components and system information. A door sensor override may be used to turn OFF desired components when a door is open. A vent may be opened to reduce humidity at various programmed times during a COOK cycle or based on sensed parameters (e.g. humidity in the cooking chamber. A speaker may provide alarms that are programmable in volume and frequency for different products or events. Restricted access to different program or test modes is disclosed.

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HENNY PENNY CORPORATION1219 US 35 WEST PO BOX 60 EASTON OH 45320

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Burkett, Douglas A Eaton, OH 20 338
Koopman, Peter J Eaton, OH 15 318
Landwehr, Tim A Eaton, OH 17 298
Mercer, Gary L Eaton, OH 29 555

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