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Fabric revitalizing system

a technology of fabric and soiled clothing, applied in the direction of other washing machines, washing machines with receptacles, textiles and paper, etc., can solve the problems of small amount of particulates, soils, hairs, on the fabric surface, or the occasional relatively minor, and oneself confronted with the dilemma of wearing the slightly soiled clothing article, limited typically to the treatment method, and achieve the effect of low absorbency

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-07-05
WHIRLPOOL CORP
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[0009]A system according to one embodiment of the invention for treating a fabric load comprises a chamber having an interior for holding a fabric load; a low absorbency textured surface disposed within the chamber; at least one opening into the chamber for enabling user acces...

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Single wear usage of otherwise clean clothing typically results in the accumulation of small amounts of particulates, such as soils, and hairs, on the fabric surface, or the occasional relatively minor stain or odor that may become impregnated into the fabric.
In this “not clean, not dirty” zone, one finds oneself confronted with the dilemma of either wearing the slightly soiled clothing article in limited situations where one's embarrassment is minimized or expending the time, cost, and energy of having the clothing article laundered or professionally treated to clean status prior to re-wear.
While some of these approaches do improve the overall appearance of the clothing article, they are limited typically to the treatment method employed.

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[0061]Clothing refreshing is a process whereby the clothing article is restored to its clean condition without the requirement of subjecting the clothing article to a conventional full cleaning process of either washing / drying in the washer / the dryer or dry cleaning. A refreshed clothing article can have the appearance of a clean article that includes improved hand and a restored vibrant appearance. The invention of the instant disclosure provides a novel approach to clothing fabric refreshing / revitalization that can be accomplished economically and conveniently in the home setting. Additionally, a refreshed garment can have reduced wrinkles and / or minimal odors as compared to its pre-processed condition.

[0062]By offering a refreshing process, the consumer can have reduced efforts in making their fabrics “like new again.” Additionally, by not having to place fabrics through a complete cleaning process (e.g., immersion or non-immersion wash followed by drying), fabrics will be less d...

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A system for treating a fabric load comprises a chamber having an interior for holding a fabric load; a low absorbency textured surface disposed within the chamber; at least one opening into the chamber for enabling user access to the interior of the chamber; a fabric movement system for causing movement of the fabric load within the chamber; a fluid delivery system in fluid communication with the interior of the chamber; and a fluid removal system in fluid communication with the interior of the chamber.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Patent Application No. 60 / 755,194, filed Dec. 30, 2005.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The invention relates to a fabric revitalizing system.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]Conventional fabric cleaning methods for portable fabrics typically employ a liquid bath wash to clean clothing fabrics and other materials composed of textiles. A typical household washing machine and dryer arrangement is used for cleaning durable types of clothes that may contain water soluble stains and easily removable particulates. A dry cleaning process is used for those fabrics that are susceptible to changes, such as shrinkage or damage, during a regular wash process.[0006]Single wear usage of otherwise clean clothing typically results in the accumulation of small amounts of particulates, such as soils, and hairs, on the fabric surface, or the occasional relatively minor sta...

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IPC IPC(8): D06F37/00D06F34/28
CPCD06F35/001D06F35/003D06F35/005D06F58/203D06F58/04D06F58/10D06F39/088D06F34/28
Inventor MCALLISTER, KARL D.WRIGHT, TREMITCHELLTOMASI, DONALD M.METCALFE, LDMINKIN, ALEXANDER V.CHERNETSKI, FREDRICK E.KAEDING, JANICE M.
Owner WHIRLPOOL CORP
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