Patent ID: 7013670
Filing Date: 2006-03-21
Classification: F25D

Abstract:
1. An all-purpose portable ice chest comprising: a thermally insulated cooler defining a bottom compartment and a top opening; an insulated cover being adapted to fit airtight upon the top opening of the cooler, the cover defining an upper compartment having an outerside; an upper grid having a plurality of apertures, the upper grid overlaying the upper compartment; a lower grid having a plurality of apertures, the lower grid overlaying the bottom compartment; the bottom compartment being adapted to form a bottom cavity having an upper opening, a lower portion, and two opposing inner side walls; the lower grid further comprising: a storage area disposed between the top opening and the lower grid for containing a load; a first lid member cooperatively attached to the bottom compartment such that a refrigerant coolant can be inserted and contained within the inner compartment; and a second lid member cooperatively attached to the bottom compartment such that a refrigerant coolant can be inserted and contained within the bottom compartment.