Integrated filter and noise suppressor device for a water valve assembly and associated method for operating the same

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PATENT NO 6412645
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09621437

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A water valve assembly includes a valve body having defined therein a central cavity. The water valve assembly also includes an integrated filter and noise suppressor device having a component body which has defined therein (i) a number of screen members, (ii) a number of fluid channels, and (iii) a first flange secured around a periphery of the component body with each of the number of fluid channels extending through the first flange. The integrated filter and noise suppressor device is positioned within the central cavity of the valve body. A method of operating an appliance water valve assembly is also disclosed.

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NIDEC MOTOR CORPORATION8050 WEST FLORISSANT AVE ST LOUIS MO 63136

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DuHack, Michael R Indianapolis, IN 16 156

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