Joel Lester Herr

age ~57

from Indianola, IA

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Control System For A Clothes Dryer Heater
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US Patent:

6757988, Jul 6, 2004
Filed:

May 22, 2002
Appl. No.:

10/152012
Inventors:

Jordan S. Bruntz - Baxter IA
Joel L. Herr - Newton IA
Assignee:

Maytag Corporation - Newton IA
International Classification:

F26B 2106
US Classification:

34543, 219492
Abstract:

A control system for a clothes dryer includes a control circuit adapted to set the amount of power sent to a main heater of the dryer during various cycles of operation. The control circuit automatically controls the maximum temperature reached in a particular dryer cycle through the use of a thermostat that switches the main heater from a full power setting to a low power setting when the temperature in the dryer reaches a certain maximum preset temperature. By providing low power, rather than no power as the thermostat trips at its preset high temperature, the total drying time required to dry articles of clothing within the dryer is reduced.

Heater Control System For A Clothes Dryer
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US Patent:

6775924, Aug 17, 2004
Filed:

May 22, 2002
Appl. No.:

10/152013
Inventors:

Jordan S. Bruntz - Baxter IA
Joel L. Herr - Newton IA
Assignee:

Maytag Corporation - Newton IA
International Classification:

F26B 1900
US Classification:

34543, 219482
Abstract:

A clothes dryer is provided with control elements which enable a user to set both a drying temperature and the amount of power sent to a main heating element of the dryer during a dryer cycle. In accordance with the most preferred form of the invention, an infinitely variable power supply controller is used to selectively establish the maximum power provided to the main heating element during the dryer cycle. The controller preferably is adjusted by a slider switch mounted on a control panel of the dryer. The switch is preferably provided with indicators to indicate the established power level.

Heater Control System For A Clothes Dryer
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US Patent:

20040226187, Nov 18, 2004
Filed:

Jun 17, 2004
Appl. No.:

10/868790
Inventors:

Jordan Bruntz - Baxter IA, US
Joel Herr - Newton IA, US
International Classification:

F26B003/34
US Classification:

034/527000
Abstract:

A clothes dryer is provided with control elements which enable a user to set both a drying temperature and the amount of power sent to a main heating element of the dryer during a dryer cycle. In accordance with the most preferred form of the invention, an infinitely variable power supply controller is used to selectively establish the maximum power provided to the main heating element during the dryer cycle. The controller preferably is adjusted by a slider switch mounted on a control panel of the dryer. The switch is preferably provided with indicators to indicate the established power level.

Radially Oriented Motor For A Fluid Balance Ring
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US Patent:

59139510, Jun 22, 1999
Filed:

Dec 17, 1997
Appl. No.:

8/992587
Inventors:

Joel L. Herr - Newton IA
Troy A. Johnson - Newton IA
John E. Thomas - Newton IA
Assignee:

Maytag Corporation - Newton IA
International Classification:

D06F 3722
US Classification:

8158
Abstract:

A radially mounted motor is provided in a closed system fluid balance ring for high rotational speed washing machines. The motor is mounted at an orientation of 90. degree. relative to the rotational axis of the washing machine spinner. Such an orientation prevents adverse effects on the motor contacts from centrifugal forces generated by the rotating spinner. A 90. degree. orientation also eliminates deflection of the motor shaft and excessive friction on the motor bearings. The angular orientation of the motor assures proper functioning of the closed system fluid balance ring of the washing machine. The balance system also includes a valve to control movement of fluid within the ring. The valve is mounted at an angle with respect to a tangent of the spinner so as to prevent detrimental effects from the centrifugal forces of the rotating spinner.

Drying Rack With Electronic Control
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US Patent:

60265922, Feb 22, 2000
Filed:

May 13, 1998
Appl. No.:

9/078169
Inventors:

Joel L. Herr - Newton IA
Assignee:

Maytag Corporation - Newton IA
International Classification:

F26B 300
US Classification:

34446
Abstract:

A stationary drying rack of the present invention is used in a clothes dryer for drying articles of clothing which cannot be tumbled by the dryer. The stationary rack is capable of using the electronic control drying circuitry of the dryer by making electrical contact with the sensor bars of the dryer and providing additional sets of sensor bars disposed on the drying rack. As a result, the sensor bars on the drying rack are electrically connected to the sensor bars on the dryer.

Top Cover Fastener
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US Patent:

59278366, Jul 27, 1999
Filed:

Apr 22, 1997
Appl. No.:

8/837773
Inventors:

Joel L. Herr - Newton IA
Troy A. Johnson - Newton IA
David L. Ringgenberg - Newton IA
Assignee:

Maytag Corporation - Newton IA
International Classification:

A47B 9502
US Classification:

312244
Abstract:

A fastener is provided for securing the top cover to the cabinet of a laundry appliance. The fastener doubles as a handle. The fastener includes a first fastener member mounted to the top cover and a second fastener member extending through an opening in the cabinet and being secured to the first fastener member. A recessed portion in the second fastener member defines a hand grip for facilitating movement of the appliance.

Hose Retainer
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US Patent:

63119366, Nov 6, 2001
Filed:

Jul 30, 1999
Appl. No.:

9/364561
Inventors:

Joel L. Herr - Newton IA
Troy A. Johnson - Newton IA
Gary B. Jackovin - Ankeny IA
Assignee:

Maytag Corporation - Newton IA
International Classification:

D06F 3700
F16L 312
US Classification:

248 75
Abstract:

A hose retainer is provided to maintain a hose in a gooseneck shape. The retainer includes opposite rings which retentively engage portions of the hose adjacent the gooseneck. The retainer is molded or stamped from plastic so as to have a flat one-piece construction. A tab is provided on the retainer and is adapted to be received in a slot on the back of a washing machine to hold the hose close to the machine during shipping and storage.

Security Lock And Method For Locking A Laundry Appliance
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US Patent:

57717176, Jun 30, 1998
Filed:

Oct 7, 1996
Appl. No.:

8/717082
Inventors:

John F. Broker - Newton IA
Joel L. Herr - Newton IA
John E. Thomas - Newton IA
Evan R. Vande Haar - Pella IA
Assignee:

Maytag Corporation - Newton IA
International Classification:

D06F 3914
US Classification:

68 1226
Abstract:

An improved laundry appliance is provided having a security system to control access to the clothes in the appliance. The security system includes a lock on the appliance for locking the appliance door in the closed position, and a control panel to actuate and deactuate the lock. The control panel includes a money payment receiver, such as a coin slot or a credit and debit card reader. The control panel also includes a security system such as a key, key card, or PIN access code, to prevent unauthorized deactuation of the lock.