Washing machine with improved frame structure
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Feb 25, 1997
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Mar 14, 1995
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Mar 16, 1994
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A top-loading washing machine including a washer assembly (1) and an appliance exterior having a front (2) and side plates (3, 4). The machine also includes an upper lid (5), an upper control panel (6), and support feet (29). The elements are assembled and supported by a bearing structure having two distinct lower and upper elements (8, 9). The lower element (8) includes a support base provided with respective columns at four corners that extend vertically from the bottom and terminate at the same height. The upper element (9) is provided with respective columns at four corners that extend vertically. The bottoms of said upper columns rest on the tops of the lower columns. The front (2) and side plates (3, 4) of said appliance are made from a single strip of sheet metal, folded so as to fit against said bearing structure in order to enclose completely the respective side and front faces. The plates are provided with extension fitting into grooves in the upper and lower elements.
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