Method and apparatus for dispensing beverage with automatic shut-off in response to a probe sensed beverage level
CA 1338113 C · Owner: Senghaas, Karl A. · Inventors: Hassell, David A.; Senghaas, Karl A.
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An automatic beverage dispensing system includes a probe assembly for automatically shutting off dispensing when dispensed beverage reaches a predetermined level. Upon initial shut-off a, waiting period occurs during which the foam portion at top of the beverage is allowed to settle. At the end of the wait period, an additional top-off period is initiated during which beverage is again dispensed to top-off the beverage to the desired level.
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- Granted March 5, 1996. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended March 5, 2013.
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