Устройство для местной обработки деталей

Полезная модель относится к отделочно-упрочняющей обработке деталей в контейнерах и найдет применение в любой области, использующей местную вибрационную обработку деталей методом поверхностно-пластического деформирования. Устройство для местной обработки деталей содержит виброплатформу (1) с установленным на нее контейнером (2), в котором в подшипниковым узлах (4) размещен вал (3) с внешнем приводом (8) оснасткой (5), которая выполнена в виде закрепленного на валу диска (6) с отверстиями (10). В упомянутых отверстиях (10) закреплен ложемент (11), выполненный в П-образной форме с углублениями (16) в боковых стенках, которые снабжены направляющими фасками (19). Так же в верхней части ложемента (11) выполнены резьбовые отверстия (18). В результате обеспечивается сокращение суммарного времени на подготовительные операции, снижение трудоемкости и защита необрабатываемых участков деталей. 1 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 199 240 U1 (51) МПК B24B 31/06 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК B24B 31/06 (2020.02) (21)(22) Заявка: 2020115215, 17.04.2020 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 17.04.2020 (45) Опубликовано: 24.08.2020 Бюл. № 24 (54) УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ МЕСТНОЙ ОБРАБОТКИ ДЕТАЛЕЙ (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к отделочнодиска (6) с отверстиями (10). В упомянутых упрочняющей обработке деталей в контейнерах отверстиях (10) закреплен ложемент (11), и найдет применение в любой области, выполненный в П-образной форме с использующей местную вибрационную обработку углублениями (16) в боковых стенках, которые деталей методом поверхностно-пластического снабжены направляющими фасками (19). Так же деформирования. Устройство для местной в верхней части ложемента (11) выполнены обработки деталей содержит виброплатформу резьбовые отверстия (18). В результате (1) с установленным на нее контейнером (2), в ...

Dishwasher and a control method the same

Provided is a method of controlling a dishwasher. The dishwasher includes a washing chamber accommodating a dish, a sump storing washing water, and supplying the washing water to the washing chamber, and a filter part provided to the sump, and filtering a foreign substance from the washing water. In the method, a first pump is driven to perform a washing or rinsing process, the first pump is stopped and a second pump is driven for a first set time to perform a discharging process, after the washing or rinsing process, the second pump is stopped and the first pump is driven for a second set time, and the first and second pumps are stopped.

Dishwasher spray arm assembly with reduced leakage joint

A dishwasher spray arm assembly has a spray arm rotationally configured on a conduit. The spray arm includes a lower spray arm component mated with an upper spray arm component with an internal space defined between the upper and lower spray arm components. A bearing is interposed between the spray arm and conduit to conduct water from said conduit into the internal space, with the spray arm rotatably configured on the bearing. The bearing further includes a lower shaft section that mates with the conduit and an upper disc section sandwiched between the upper and lower spray arm components. A low-friction washer is disposed between the upper disc section and the lower spray arm component. The lower spray arm component and the disc section define a tortuous interference path for water to leak out from the internal space around the bearing.

Dual direction, double tier spray arm assembly for a dishwashing appliance

A spray arm assembly for a dishwashing appliance is provided. The assembly can provide for sprays of fluid at different angles against the articles to be cleaned. For example, the spray arm assembly can have at least two spray bodies rotatable in opposite directions. Because the fluid is sprayed from the spray bodies at different angles and from different directions, more efficient and effective cleaning can be accomplished. In certain embodiments of the invention, one or both spray bodies may be operated at any one time and/or at different flow rates.

WASHING ROTOR AND WASHER MACHINE COMPRISING SAID WASHING ROTOR

Washing rotor () for a washer machine such as a dishwasher or a machine for washing objects, comprising at least an oblong body () having a mainly longitudinal direction of development (X) and having two opposite ends (). The oblong body () has an internal cavity which develops from one to the other of said opposite ends (), so that a washing fluid can pass, wherein at least one end () has a service aperture () for access into said internal cavity. The washing rotor () comprises a closing member () for the selective closing of said service aperture (). The closing member () is formed by at least two elements (), of which a first attachment element () is removably attached to the corresponding end () by means of attachment means, and a second closing element () is constrained to the first element () and is movable with respect thereto between a first position, or closed position, in which it cooperates with the first element () in order to close the service aperture (), and a second position, or open position, in which it allows access through the service aperture (). 1. Washing rotor for a washer machine such as a dishwasher or a machine for washing objects , comprising at least an oblong body having a mainly longitudinal direction of development and having two opposite ends , said oblong body having an internal cavity which develops from one to the other of said opposite ends , so that a washing fluid can pass , wherein at least one of said ends has a service aperture for access into said internal cavity , a closing member being provided for the selective closing of said service aperture wherein said closing member is formed by at least two elements , of which a first attachment element is removably attached to said at least one end by means of attachment means , and a second closing element is constrained to the first element and is movable with respect thereto between a first position , or closed position , in which it cooperates with said first element in order ...

WASH ARM ARRANGEMENT FOR A DISHWASHER

A wash arm arrangement () for a dishwasher is disclosed which has a central arm () adapted to be rotatably connected with a first shaft () through which liquid under pressure is fed into said central arm during operation. A satellite arm () is rotatably connected with a second shaft () arranged on the central arm, and which is arranged separated a first radial distance rfrom the axis of rotation of the central arm. The second shaft supplies liquid to the satellite arm during operation. To provide the liquid to a washing area of the dishwasher, the satellite arm comprises at least one outer nozzle () for providing liquid to a washing area of the dishwasher. The centre of the outer nozzle is arranged at a second radial distance rwith respect to the axis of rotation for the satellite arm which is at least equal to the first radial distance rminus half the width of the nozzle in a radial direction, and at most equal to the first radial distance rplus half the width of the nozzle in a radial direction. Thereby, an alternative and improved wash arm arrangement which has a high coverage of the washing area is achieved. 1. Wash arm arrangement for a dishwasher comprising:a central arm adapted to be rotatably connected with a first shaft through which liquid under pressure is fed into said central arm during operation; andat least one satellite arm having a liquid inlet, said liquid inlet being rotatably connected with a second shaft for supplying liquid to said satellite arm during operation, and said satellite arm comprising at least one nozzle for providing liquid to a washing area of said dishwasher; wherein{'sub': 'cs', 'said second shaft is arranged on said central arm such that an axis of rotation of said satellite arm is separated a first radial distance rfrom the axis of rotation of said central arm, and wherein'}{'sub': n', 'cs', 'cs, 'the centre of an outer nozzle, being a nozzle selected from said at least one nozzle which is positioned at the largest distance ...

DISHWASHER

A dishwasher including a cabinet which forms an exterior appearance thereof, the cabinet having a door on one side thereof, which can be opened and closed, a tub provided in the cabinet to form a cleaning object housing space, a rack provided to the tub for securing cleaning objects thereto, a spray module rotatably provided for spraying cleaning water toward the cleaning objects, and a supply flow passage for supplying the cleaning water to the spray module, thereby permitting to provide a housing space larger than an existing dishwasher, and a spray module which can wash cleaning objects with an excellent effect. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a cabinet that forms an exterior appearance thereof, the cabinet having a door on one side thereof, which can be opened and closed;a tub provided in the cabinet to form a cleaning object housing space;a rack provided in the tub for securing cleaning objects thereto;a spray module rotatably provided for spraying cleaning water toward the cleaning objects; anda supply flow passage for supplying the cleaning water to the spray module,wherein the spray module is rotated by a reaction force to a spray force of the cleaning water.2. The dishwasher as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the spray module has a propulsion hole positioned a predetermined distance from a rotary axis of the spray module for spraying the cleaning water claim 1 ,wherein the propulsion hole sprays the cleaning water toward an outside of a plane formed by the propulsion hole and the rotary axis.3. The dishwasher as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the spray module includes:a body that is capable of rotation;a moment arm provided on a side of the body that includes the propulsion hole for rotating with the body; anda fastening unit coupled to one end of the body for supporting the body and supplying the cleaning water to the moment arm.4. The dishwasher as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the fastening unit has a spray hole for supplying the cleaning water from the supply flow ...

WASH ARM ARRANGEMENT FOR A DISHWASHER

A wash arm arrangement () for a dishwasher is disclosed. The wash arm arrangement comprises a central arm () adapted to be rotatably connected with a first shaft () through which liquid under pressure is fed into the central arm during operation. A second shaft () is arranged on the central arm to provide liquid to a satellite arm () which is rotatably connected with the second shaft. The satellite arm comprises a collimating nozzle () with an exit. The collimating nozzle is arranged for providing a collimated jet for distributing liquid to a washing area of the dishwasher. The inventive concept is based on an understanding that by utilizing a collimated liquid jet with sufficient pressure and flow a good cleaning performance is achieved with a reduced water consumption. 2. Wash arm arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein said exit is arranged having a predetermined diameter selected for outputting a collimated jet of liquid with a substantially uniform cross-section.3. A wash arm arrangement according to claim 2 , wherein said predetermined diameter is selected within a range of 3.5-7.5 mm.425. A wash arrangement according to anyone of the preceding claims claim 2 , wherein said collimating nozzle () is shaped like a hollow claim 2 , truncated cone or trumpet claim 2 , of which the truncation is arranged for providing said exit for said collimated liquid jet.52231322533. A wash arm arrangement according to anyone of the preceding claims claim 2 , wherein said satellite arm () is arranged having at least two separate liquid supply channels ( claim 2 ,) arranged to provide fluid communication between said liquid inlet and said collimating nozzle () claim 2 , said liquid supply channels converging at a collimation portion () arranged at said collimating nozzle.633353132. A wash arm arrangement according to claim 5 , wherein said collimation portion () comprises a control element () for redirecting liquid supplied via each one of said liquid supply channels ( claim ...

DISH WASHING MACHINE

A dish washing machine having a structure allowing water to be evenly ejected onto the interior of a washing tub. The dish washing machine includes a cabinet forming an external appearance of the dish washing machine, a washing tub arranged in the cabinet and allowing dishes to be washed therein, a dish basket arranged in the washing tub, at least one liquid ejection unit arranged in the washing tub to eject water, a defection unit arranged facing the liquid ejection unit to deflect the water ejected from the liquid ejection unit toward the dish basket, and a drive unit to drive the defection unit to be moved within the washing tub. Since the dish washing machine includes a defection unit in addition to a liquid ejection unit, a dead zone which water does not reach may be eliminated and divided and intensive washing may be possible in the washing tub. 1. A dish washing machine comprising:a cabinet forming an external appearance of the dish washing machine;a washing tub arranged in the cabinet and allowing dishes to be washed therein;a dish basket arranged in the washing tub to accommodate the dishes;at least one liquid ejection unit arranged in the washing tub, the at least one liquid ejection unit to eject water;a deflection unit arranged facing the liquid ejection unit to deflect the water ejected from the liquid ejection unit toward the dish basket; anda drive unit to drive the deflection unit to be moved within the washing tub.2. The dish washing machine according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid ejection unit includes a body extending in a first direction and a plurality of liquid ejecting heads provided on the body claim 1 , andthe drive unit is operable to move the deflection unit forward and backward in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction while water is being ejected by the liquid ejection unit.3. The dish washing machine according to claim 1 , wherein the deflection unit is disposed at at least one of upper and lower sides of the dish ...

RINSE AID RELEASE DETECTION METHOD

A dishwashing machine configured to detect the presence of rinse aid in fluid in a washing chamber of the dishwashing machine. An electronic controller selects the drying stage of the dishwashing cycle based on whether rinse aid is present. 1. A dishwashing machine , comprising:a tub defining a washing chamber,a number of dish racks positioned in the washing chamber,a pump operable to circulate fluid onto the number of dish racks during a dishwashing cycle,a turbidity sensor operable to measure turbidity of fluid in the washing chamber and generate an electrical output signal indicative thereof, andan electronic controller electrically coupled to the turbidity sensor, the controller comprising (i) a processor, and (ii) a memory device electrically coupled to the processor, the memory device having stored therein a plurality of instructions which, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to:(a) communicate with the turbidity sensor to determine a turbidity level of fluid in the washing chamber,(b) determine presence of a rinse aid in fluid in the washing chamber based on the turbidity level, and(c) modify a drying stage of the dishwashing cycle when rinse aid is present in the fluid.2. The dishwashing machine of claim 1 , further comprising:an electronically-controlled dispenser electrically coupled to the controller, the dispenser having a receptacle formed therein configured receive the rinse aid and a hatch extending over an opening defined in a front surface of the receptacle,wherein the plurality of instructions, when executed by the processor, further cause the processor to operate the dispenser to open the hatch such that the rinse aid may pass from the dispenser into the washing chamber.3. The dishwashing machine of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of instructions claim 2 , when executed by the processor claim 2 , further cause the processor to:(a) communicate with the turbidity sensor to determine a first turbidity level before the dispenser is ...

DISHWASHING MACHINE

A dishwashing machine includes a lower arm disposed at a lower side of a lower rack to spray wash water to the lower rack, a rack fixing unit provided at the lower rack, and a tower nozzle fixed to the rack fixing unit to spray wash water to an upper rack. The dishwashing machine also includes a tower connection unit provided in the lower arm such that at least a portion of the tower connection unit is configured to move from the lower arm. The tower connection unit being connected to the tower nozzle to supply wash water to the tower nozzle based on the tower connection unit moving from the lower arm. The rack fixing unit includes a guide configured to guide movement of the tower connection unit withdrawn from the lower arm to the tower nozzle. 1. A dishwashing machine comprising:a tub configured to define a washing space;an upper rack and a lower rack disposed in the tub and configured to receive objects to be washed;a lower arm disposed at a lower side of the lower rack and configured to spray wash water to the lower rack;a rack fixing unit provided at the lower rack;a tower nozzle fixed to the rack fixing unit and configured to spray wash water to the upper rack; anda tower connection unit provided in the lower arm with at least a portion configured to move from the lower arm, the tower connection unit being connected to the tower nozzle to supply wash water to the tower nozzle based on the tower connection unit being moved from the lower arm,wherein the rack fixing unit comprises a guide to guide movement of the tower connection unit from the lower arm to the tower nozzle.2. The dishwashing machine according to claim 1 , wherein the rack fixing unit comprises:a rack fixing body removably fixed to the lower rack, the rack fixing body having a fixing body through hole that communicates with the tower nozzle; anda removable pipe coupling unit provided in the fixing body through hole, the removable pipe coupling unit having a removable pipe receiving hole through ...

DISHWASHING MACHINE

A dishwashing machine is provided. The dishwashing machine may include a rack disposed in a tub to provide a washing space to receive objects to be washed, a water supply pump to supply wash water, a nozzle body disposed at an upper side of the rack to receive the wash water from the water supply pump, a discharge hole provided at the nozzle body to discharge the wash water supplied to the nozzle body to the rack, and an asymmetric impeller rotatably provided at the nozzle body to supply the wash water discharged from the discharge hole to at least two divided areas of the rack. 1. A dishwashing machine , comprising:a tub;at least one rack disposed in the tub;a water supply pump to supply wash water to the tub; and a nozzle body positioned above the at least one rack to receive the wash water from the water supply pump;', 'at least one discharge hole provided in the nozzle body; and', 'an asymmetric impeller rotatably provided on the nozzle body to supply the wash water discharged from the at least one discharge hole to at least two different areas of the at least one rack., 'a top nozzle, comprising2. The dishwashing machine of claim 1 , wherein the nozzle body comprises a shaft provided in the at least one discharge hole such that a portion of the shaft is exposed out of the nozzle body claim 1 , and wherein the impeller comprises an impeller body having a shaft through hole claim 1 , wherein the shaft is received in the shaft through hole formed in the impeller body.3. The dishwashing machine of claim 2 , wherein the impeller further comprises at least one of:a first hole and a second hole formed through the impeller body, the first hole and the second hole extending from the shaft through hole to a corresponding edge portion of the impeller body;at least one blade that extends from the shaft through hole to the edge of the impeller body in a spiral shape;at least one bent groove provided at an edge of the impeller body, the at least one bent groove comprising a ...

METHOD OF INDICATING OPERATIONAL INFORMATION FOR A BULK DISPENSING SYSTEM

A method of determining the number of doses and the types of a treating chemistry available in the bulk dispensing system, and providing an indication of the determination on a user interface. 1. A method of operating a cleaning appliance having a bulk treating chemistry dispenser comprising multiple treating chemistries , the method comprising:determining the types of treating chemistries available from the bulk treating chemistry dispenser;providing an indication of the determined types of treating chemistries.2. The method of wherein the bulk treating chemistry dispenser is operably coupled to a controller having a user interface through which a user may select a cycle of operation to be implemented by the controller claim 1 , and the indication of the determined types of treating chemistries may provided on the user interface.3. The method of wherein the providing comprises providing an alpha-numerical representation of the determined types of treating chemistries.4. The method of wherein the providing comprises providing an iconic representation of the determined types of treating chemistries.5. The method of wherein the iconic representation of the determined number of doses is an icon claim 4 , an alpha-numeric reading claim 4 , a bar reading to be proportionally illuminated claim 4 , and/or a stack of lights to be proportionally illuminated.611-. (canceled) The present application represents a divisional application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/165,873 entitled “Method of Indicating Operational Information for a Bulk Dispensing System” filed Jul. 1, 2008, pending.Cleaning appliances, such as dishwashers or clothes washers, are often provided with a dispensing system for automatically dispensing one or more treating chemistries during a cleaning cycle. One common type of dispenser is the manual or single use dispenser, which may be filled with a dose of treating chemistry sufficient for a single cleaning cycle. Another type of dispenser is a bulk ...

PUMP AND DISHWASHER PROVIDED WITH PUMP

A pump includes an inlet chamber for providing a space into which external water is supplied; an outlet chamber provided to be connected with the inlet chamber, guiding the water inside the inlet chamber to the outside of the inlet chamber; an impeller provided inside the outlet chamber, moving the water; a first housing fixed to the outside of the outlet chamber; a rotor rotatably provided inside the first housing; a rotation shaft provided to pass through the outlet chamber, connecting the rotor with the impeller; a magnetic field formation unit provided to surround the first housing, forming a rotating magnetic field to rotate the rotor; a friction bearing provided to pass through the outlet chamber, rotatably supporting the rotation shaft; and an outlet path for connecting the inside of the first housing with the outlet chamber. 1. A pump comprising:an inlet chamber providing a space into which water is supplied;an outlet chamber connected with the inlet chamber and configured to guide the water from the inlet chamber to outside of the inlet chamber;an impeller located in the outlet chamber and configured to move the water;a first housing fixed to the outside of the outlet chamber;a rotor rotatably provided inside the first housing;a rotation shaft passing through the outlet chamber, the rotation shaft connecting the rotor with the impeller;a magnetic field formation unit surrounding the first housing, the magnetic field formation unit configured to produce a rotating magnetic field to rotate the rotor;a friction bearing passing through the outlet chamber, the friction bearing rotatably supporting the rotation shaft; andan outlet path connecting the inside of the first housing with the outlet chamber.2. The pump according to claim 1 , further comprising:a spacer through which the rotation shaft passes, the spacer maintaining a spacing between the rotor and the friction bearing; anda guide path provided in the spacer, the guide path configured to guide water ...

WATERLESS DISHWASHER

A dishwashing system for cleaning soiled kitchenware, dishware and utensils is provided. The dishwashing system uses a combination of compressed air and blasting media to thoroughly remove grease and loose as well as hardened food particles from soiled surfaces, without hand tool scrubbing, manual rinsing, or use of soap, detergent, surfactants or other chemicals, whether in pre-soaking or cleaning. This heavy-duty dishwashing system accomplishes this thorough cleaning using no or a minuscule quantity of water. The overall energy requirements are low compared to existing systems due to elimination of water, reduction of the heating load and possible use of the heat of incineration. The dishwashing system may include a system for reclaiming used blasting media by separation from food residues. The dishwashing system is most appropriate for locations where freshwater is unavailable or costly, such as arid zones and aboard ships, and where disposal of gray water is impermissible. 1. An apparatus for washing dishware contaminated by food residue including grease and water , the apparatus comprising:a blasting medium storage system including a blasting medium;a blasting medium transport system connected to the blasting medium storage system, the blasting medium transport system including a blasting medium delivery system; andan enclosure housing a carriage rack transport system, housing at least a portion of the blasting medium delivery system, and having a lower compartment;wherein blasting medium from the blasting medium storage system is moved from the blasting medium storage system by the action of the blasting medium transport system to the blasting medium delivery system located within the enclosure;wherein the blasting medium delivery system directs blasting medium at a carriage rack supported by the carriage rack transport system; andwherein used blasting medium and food residue falls into the lower compartment.2. The dishwashing apparatus of claim 1 , further ...

TABLE TOP DISHWASHER

A dishwasher comprises: (a) a washing chamber for accommodating articles to be cleaned, and comprising in its lower portion a water-collecting sump floor (); (b) a spray arm () rotatably supported at the sump floor; in accordance with the present invention the dishwasher further comprises (c) a sump member () which comprises an insert in the sump floor () and which comprises an integral spray arm support () which rotatably supports the spray arm (). 1. A dishwasher comprising:(a) a washing chamber for accommodating articles to be cleaned, and comprising in its lower portion a water-collecting sump floor;(b) a spray arm rotatably supported at the sump floor;(c) a sump member which comprises an insert in the sump floor and which comprises an integral spray arm support which rotatably supports the spray arm.2. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the sump member is made of a low friction material.3. The dishwasher of claim 2 , wherein the sump member is made of a polymer material.4. The dishwasher of claim 3 , wherein the sump member is made of polyoxymethylene (POM) claim 3 , polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) claim 3 , polypropylene (PP) claim 3 , or mixtures thereof.5. The dishwasher of claim 3 , wherein the sump member is made of a polymer material comprising an admixture of reinforcing additive.6. The dishwasher of claim 5 , wherein the reinforcing additive comprises glass fibers claim 5 , carbon fibers claim 5 , or a polymer material that is different from the base material of the sump member.7. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the spray arm is made of a polymer material.8. The dishwasher of claim 7 , wherein the spray arm is made of polypropylene (PP) comprising a reinforcing additive claim 7 , such as glass fibers claim 7 , carbon fibers claim 7 , or polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) claim 7 , or a friction reducing additive claim 7 , such as talc.9. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the sump member comprises a drain aperture for withdrawing water from the sump.10 ...

DISH WASHING MACHINE

A dish washing machine including a cabinet forming an external appearance of the dish washing machine; a washing tub arranged in the cabinet and allowing dishes to be washed therein; a dish basket arranged in the washing tub to accommodate the dishes; at least one liquid ejection unit arranged in the washing tub, the at least one liquid ejection unit to eject water; a deflection unit arranged facing the liquid ejection unit to deflect the water ejected from the liquid ejection unit toward the dish basket; and a drive unit to drive the deflection unit to be moved within the washing tub. 1a cabinet forming an external appearance of the dish washing machine;a washing tub arranged in the cabinet and allowing dishes to be washed therein;a dish basket arranged in the washing tub to accommodate the dishes;at least one liquid ejection unit arranged in the washing tub, the at least one liquid ejection unit to eject water;a deflection unit arranged facing the liquid ejection unit to deflect the water ejected from the liquid ejection unit toward the dish basket; anda drive unit to drive the deflection unit to be moved within the washing tub.. A dish washing machine comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/910,521 filed on Jun. 5, 2013, which claims the benefit of Korean Patent Application No. 10-2012-0060656, filed on Jun. 5, 2012 in the Korean Intellectual Property Office, the disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference.1. FieldEmbodiments of the present disclosure relate to a dish washing machine having a structure allowing water to be evenly ejected onto the interior of a washing tub.2. Description of the Related ArtA dish washing machine, which generally washes dishes by ejecting high-pressure water onto dishes, usually performs operations of preliminary washing, main washing, rinsing, and drying. In the preliminary washing, water having no detergent introduced thereinto is ejected to remove debris from the dishes. In ...

NON-INTEGRATED BULK DISPENSER AND METHOD OF OPERATING A DISHWASHER HAVING SAME

A removable non-integrated treating chemistry dispensing cartridge assembly may emit a signal in response to a predetermined amount of treating chemistry being detected and in response to a predetermined amount of illumination being detected. 1. A dispensing cartridge assembly , comprising:at least one treating chemistry container configured to store multiple doses of treating chemistry;a chemistry detector outputting a first signal indicative of an amount of treating chemistry in the at least one treating chemistry reservoir;an illumination detector outputting a second signal indicative of ambient illumination;an indicator outputting a human-detectable signal; anda controller receiving the first and second signals and operably coupled to the indicator to activate the indicator to emit the human-detectable signal in response to the first signal indicating a predetermined amount of treating chemistry and the second signal indicating a predetermined amount of illumination.2. The dispensing cartridge assembly of wherein the predetermined amount of treating chemistry is less than or equal to a low level of treating chemistry.3. The dispensing cartridge assembly of wherein the low level of treating chemistry comprises a predetermined number of doses of treating chemistry remaining in the container.4. The dispensing cartridge assembly of wherein the low level of treating chemistry comprises an empty container.5. The dispensing cartridge assembly of wherein the predetermined amount of illumination is greater than 30 lux.6. The dispensing cartridge assembly of claim 1 , further comprising multiple containers with corresponding chemistry detectors.7. The dispensing cartridge assembly of wherein the chemistry detector comprises a level sensor.8. The dispensing cartridge assembly of wherein the level sensor is an array of spaced electrodes.9. The dispensing cartridge assembly of wherein the illumination detector comprises a photo-detector.10. The dispensing cartridge assembly ...

Blade and pump impeller assembly for a dishwasher

A dishwasher comprising a chassis, a tub supported by the chassis and at least partially defining a treating chamber, and a pump that circulates wash liquid in the treating chamber. The pump has an impeller that has a cover, a base with an axis of rotation, and at least one fin protruding from the base. The impeller also has a cap removably coupled to the impeller and at least one blade integrally formed with the cap.

SPRAY ARM ASSEMBLY FOR DISHWASHER AND DISHWASHER HAVING SAME

Disclosed are a spraying arm assembly () for a dishwasher and a dishwasher having same. The spraying arm assembly () includes: a fixing seat (), a first bevel gear () being fixedly provided on the fixing seat (); a first spraying arm () rotatably connected to the fixing seat () in a direction around the fixing seat (), and formed with a first spraying aperture (); and a second spraying arm () rotatably connected to the first spraying arm (). A second bevel gear () is provided at an end of the second spraying arm () near to the fixing seat (), and is intermeshed with the first bevel gear (); and a second spraying aperture () is provided in the second spraying arm (). By providing the above spraying arm assembly (), the cleaning efficiency of the dishwasher is increased effectively, and thus the product quality is improved. 1. A spray arm assembly for a dishwasher , comprising:a fixing seat, fixedly provided with a first bevel gear;a first spray arm, rotatably connected to the fixing seat and defining a first spray aperture configured to drive the first spray arm to rotate in a circumferential direction of the fixing seat; anda second spray arm, having an end adjacent to the fixing seat, the end of the second spray arm adjacent to the fixing seat being rotatably connected to the first spray arm and provided with a second bevel gear, the second bevel gear being engaged with the first bevel gear, and the second spray arm defining one or more second spray apertures.2. The spray arm assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the first spray arm is provided with a support arm claim 1 , and the end of the second spray arm adjacent to the fixing seat is rotatably fitted on the support arm.3. The spray arm assembly according to claim 2 , wherein a circumferential wall of the support arm is provided with a through hole in communication with the first spray arm and the second spray arm.4. The spray arm assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the support arm has an end provided ...

DISHWASHER AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

A dishwasher in one embodiment is provided with a spray arm, and the spray arm is provided individually with areas configured to spray water to a first spray area and a second spray area, and sprays water to the first spray area to entirely wash objects to be washed accommodated in the dishwasher and sprays water to the second spray area to wash objects to be washed with remaining contaminants by applying a great impact on the object to be washed with remaining contaminants. 113-. (canceled)14. A dishwasher , comprising:a wash tub to accommodate an object to be washed;a spray arm rotatably disposed within the wash tub, the spray arm configured to spray water towards the object and including a plurality of separate spray areas;a flow path diverter disposed at the spray arm and configured to selectively open and close a flow of water to the plurality of separate spray areas;a first actuator to rotate the spray arm;a second actuator to rotate the flow path diverter; anda camera disposed on the spray arm,wherein the plurality of separate spray areas comprise a first spray area, and a second spray area, andwherein the second spray area has at least one of an amount of sprayed water and a spray speed greater than that of the first spray area.15. The dishwasher of claim 14 , wherein the spray arm is provided claim 14 , at a rotation center thereof claim 14 , with a mounting part claim 14 , onto which the flow path diverter is mounted claim 14 , andwherein the mounting part comprises:a central hole, which is formed in a central portion of the mounting part, to fit a coupling projection formed on the flow path diverter;first connecting holes formed respectively on both sides of the central portion and connected to the first spray area; anda second connecting hole circumferentially spaced from the first connecting hole and connected to the second spray area.16. The dishwasher of claim 15 , wherein the spray arm comprises:a first wall configured to separate the first ...

WAREWASH MACHINE AND RELATED HOOD CONSTRUCTION

A warewash machine includes a wash zone having front, left and right access openings. At least one spray arm is disposed above or below the wash zone. A multi-sided hood assembly includes front, left, right and top side sections, the multi-sided hood assembly movable between a lowered closed position for washing and a raised open position for inlet and outlet of wares. The multi-sided hood assembly includes a lower hood unit with front, left and right sides and an upper hood unit with front, left, right and top sides, and a linkage assembly between the lower hood unit and the upper hood unit that causes the upper hood unit and the lower hood unit to move up or down together with the lower hood unit moving faster than the upper hood unit to cause telescoping of the upper hood unit and the lower hood unit as the hood assembly moves. 1. A warewash machine comprising:a housing in part defining a wash zone having front, left and right access openings;at least one spray arm disposed above or below the wash zone, the spray arm configured to spray liquid toward the wash zone; anda multi-sided hood assembly including front, left, right and top side sections, the multi-sided hood assembly movable between a lowered closed position for washing and a raised open position for inlet and outlet of wares,wherein, when the multi-sided hood assembly is in the lowered closed position, the multi-sided hood assembly closes the front, left and right access openings,wherein, when the multi-sided hood assembly is in the raised open position, the front, left and right access openings are open to permit access to the wash zone for inlet and outlet of wares,wherein the multi-sided hood assembly includes a lower hood unit with front, left and right sides and an upper hood unit with front, left, right and top sides, and a linkage assembly between the lower hood unit and the upper hood unit that causes the upper hood unit and the lower hood unit to move up or down together with the lower hood ...

Spray arm assembly for dishwasher, and dishwasher

A spray arm assembly for a dishwasher, and the dishwasher are provided. The spray arm assembly includes: a spray arm base ( 10 ); a first bevel gear ( 20 ); a spray arm provided with a central water-inlet pipe ( 301 ); and a water baffling member ( 40 ). The first bevel gear ( 20 ) is connected onto the spray arm base ( 10 ) in a sleeving way. The central water-inlet pipe ( 301 ) penetrates through the first bevel gear ( 20 ). Spray apertures ( 302 ) are formed in the spray arm. A first end of the water baffling member ( 40 ) is disposed at one end of the spray arm, and a second end of the water baffling member ( 40 ) is provided with a second bevel gear ( 401 ). The water baffling member ( 40 ) is opposite to at least one of the spray apertures ( 302 ).

BLADE AND PUMP IMPELLER ASSEMBLY FOR A DISHWASHER

A dishwasher comprising a chassis, a tub supported by the chassis and at least partially defining a treating chamber, and a pump that circulates wash liquid in the treating chamber. The pump has an impeller that has a cover, a base with an axis of rotation, and at least one fin protruding from the base. The impeller also has a cap removably coupled to the impeller and at least one blade integrally formed with the cap. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a chassis;a tub supported by the chassis and at least partially defining a treating chamber; an impeller having a cover and a base with an axis of rotation and with at least one fin protruding from the base;', 'a cap removably coupled to the impeller;', 'at least one blade integrally formed with the cap., 'a drain pump for circulating wash liquid in the treating chamber comprising;'}2. The dishwasher of further comprising a securing element formed in the base of the impeller.3. The dishwasher of further comprising a mounting aperture in the cap engaging the securing element in the base of the impeller for securing the cap to the base.4. The dishwasher of wherein at least a portion of the cap mounts over the at least one fin.5. The dishwasher of further comprising at least one cutout in the cap for mounting over the at least one fin.6. The dishwasher of wherein the cap is cylindrical.7. The dishwasher of wherein the at least one blade comprises a plurality of blades spaced around an outer periphery of the cap.8. The dishwasher of wherein the plurality of blades has a sinusoidal profile.9. The dishwasher of where in the blade extends above the impeller.10. The dishwasher of wherein the cap and the at least one blade are made out of stainless steel.11. The dishwasher of further comprising a securing element formed on the cover of the impeller.12. The dishwasher of further comprising a mounting aperture formed in the cap engaging the securing element in the cover of the impeller for securing the cap to the base.13. The dishwasher ...

Dishwasher with Sprayer

A dishwasher includes a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber and a spraying system having a sprayer supplying liquid to the treating chamber. The sprayer may include a liquid passage and multiple spray outlets to emit sprays to wash the dishes, a first valve body to couple at least one of the multiple spray outlets to the liquid passage, and a second valve body to control a flow of liquid. 1. A dishwasher for washing dishes according to an automatic cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber; and a sprayer body mounted within the tub for movement about a rotatable axis and having an interior;', 'a liquid passage provided in the interior;', 'multiple spray outlets extending through the sprayer body and in fluid communication with the liquid passage and configured to emit a spray of liquid into the treating chamber; and', 'a set of planar valve bodies located within the interior and wherein each of the set of planar valve bodies include at least one fluid opening and wherein each of the set of planar valve bodies are selectively moveable relative to the sprayer body and configured to control a flow of liquid from the interior through at least one of the multiple spray outlets., 'a spraying system supplying liquid to the treating chamber and having a sprayer comprising2. The dishwasher of wherein the set of planar valve bodies are selectively moveable based on a selected cycle of operation of the dishwasher.3. The dishwasher of wherein the set of planar valve bodies are selectively moveable between a set of positions to define a first zonal spray and a second zonal spray.4. The dishwasher of wherein the set of planar valve bodies in a first position fluidly couple the interior with a first subset of the multiple spray outlets and in a second position fluidly couple the interior with a second subset of the multiple spray outlets claim 3 , with the second subset differing from the first subset by at least one of the ...

METHOD FOR MONITORING USAGE OF A CONSUMABLE IN AN APPLIANCE

A method for monitoring usage of a consumable in an appliance includes optically scanning a consumable container with a reader of a mobile computing device, establishing a volume of consumable within the consumable container based upon the optical scan of the consumable container by the reader, determining a volume of consumable dispensed in an appliance, and activating a low consumable alert in response to a difference between the established volume of consumable and the determined volume of dispensed consumable being less than a threshold volume. 1. A method for monitoring usage of a consumable in an appliance , comprising:optically scanning a consumable container with a reader of a mobile computing device;establishing a volume of consumable within the consumable container based upon the optical scan of the consumable container by the reader;determining a volume of consumable dispensed in an appliance; andactivating a low consumable alert in response to a difference between the established volume of consumable and the determined volume of dispensed consumable being less than a threshold volume.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the consumable is detergent claim 1 , fabric softener claim 1 , dishwasher rinse aid claim 1 , or dryer sheets.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the reader is camera on the mobile computing device.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the camera captures an image of a bar code or a QR-code on the consumable container when the camera optically scans the consumable container.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the bar code or the QR-code include the volume of consumable within the consumable container.6. The method of claim 3 , wherein the volume of consumable within the consumable container is established by image recognition on an image of the consumable container from the camera.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the volume of consumable dispensed in the appliance is determined by a sensor in the appliance that measures the volume of ...

DISHWASHER WITH A LOW-PROFILE RACK

A dishwasher with a tub that at least partially defines a treating chamber with an access opening, a closure moveable relative to the tub to selectively open and close the access opening, a lower dish holder located within the treating chamber, a middle dish holder located within the treating chamber above the lower dish holder, and an upper dish holder located within the treating chamber above the middle dish holder and having container supports defining a support surface. 115.-. (canceled)16. A dish holder for a dishwasher comprising:a wire frame racking having a plurality of spaced wire frame elements, with adjacent wire frame elements forming a low profile, sloped support surface, having a lower end and an upper end, with a seat at the lower end; anda wicking element mounted to the wire frame and having at least one wick forming an acute angle to a horizontal reference and overlying at least a portion of the support surface at the seat.17. The dish holder of wherein the at least one wick forms at least a portion of the seat.18. The dish holder of wherein the at least one wick forms an acute angle with respect to the horizontal reference.19. The dish holder of wherein the acute angle is between 70 and 80 degrees.20. The dish holder of wherein the at least one wick comprises first and second wicks claim 16 , which are spaced down slope from each.21. The dish holder of wherein the second wick has a height greater than the first wick.22. The dish holder of wherein the first and second wicks correspondingly define first and second angles relative to the horizontal reference claim 21 , with the second angle being greater than the first angle.23. The dish holder of wherein the dish holder is a low profile dish holder.24. The dish holder of wherein the support surface has an effective width and the dish holder has a height less than or equal to the effective width.25. The dish holder of wherein the wicking element comprises at least one slot receiving at least one of ...

Dishwasher with Sprayer

A dishwasher includes a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber and a spraying system having a sprayer supplying liquid to the treating chamber. The sprayer may include a liquid passage and multiple spray outlets to emit sprays to wash the dishes, a first valve body to couple at least one of the multiple spray outlets to the liquid passage, and a second valve body to control a flow of liquid. 1. A dishwasher for washing dishes according to an automatic cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber for receiving dishes for cleaning; and a sprayer body mounted within the tub for movement about a rotatable axis and having an interior;', 'a liquid passage provided in the interior;', 'multiple spray outlets extending through the body and in fluid communication with the liquid passage and configured to emit a spray of liquid into the treating chamber to wash the dishes;', 'a first valve body moveable relative to the body and having at least one opening to fluidly couple at least one of the multiple spray outlets to the liquid passage; and', 'a second valve body selectively moveable relative to at least one of the sprayer body or the first valve body to control a flow of liquid through the at least one opening or through at least one of the multiple spray outlets where the second valve body is configured to move between a first position where the second valve body does not block the fluid coupling between the multiple spray outlets and the liquid passage and a second position where the second valve body blocks the fluid coupling between at least one of the multiple spray outlets and the liquid passage., 'a spraying system supplying liquid to the treating chamber and having a sprayer comprising2. The dishwasher of wherein the second valve body located in the second position results in less liquid emitted from the sprayer than when the second valve body is located in the first position to define a restricted flow.3. The ...

DISHWASHER WITH IMAGE-BASED DETERGENT SENSING

A dishwasher includes an image-based detergent sensor that in some instances is configured to sense a type of detergent for use in optimizing a wash cycle based upon the type of detergent, and that in some instances is configured to direct one or more controllable sprayers to facilitate dissolution or mixing of detergent into a wash fluid during a wash cycle. 1. A dishwasher , comprising:a wash tub including a sump;an imaging device configured to capture images of detergent in the wash tub; anda controller coupled to the imaging device and configured to capture one or more images of the detergent and operate the dishwasher during a wash cycle based upon a detergent type determined from the captured one or more images.2. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the controller is further configured to determine the detergent type from the captured one or more images.3. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to communicate the captured one or more images to a remote device that determines the detergent type claim 1 , and receive the detergent type from the remote device.4. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to operate the dishwasher based upon the detergent type by configuring one or more wash cycle parameters based on the detergent type claim 1 , each of the one or more wash cycle parameters including a water temperature claim 1 , a fill volume claim 1 , an operation length claim 1 , a number of operations claim 1 , or a detergent amount.5. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the detergent type includes a detergent class selecting between one or more of a liquid detergent claim 1 , a powder detergent claim 1 , a detergent packet or a detergent tablet.6. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the detergent type includes a detergent product that represents a particular detergent formulation.7. The dishwasher of claim 6 , further comprising a database storing a plurality of detergent products and from which a performance ...

User Interface for Appliance Cycle Optimization

A method of operating an appliance including determining user satisfaction with an operation cycle, adjusting at least one operational parameter of the cycle based on the user satisfaction, and incorporating the adjusted operational parameter into a subsequent cycle. 1. A method of operating an appliance , the method comprising: soliciting user input regarding each of a plurality of different characteristics of appliance performance;', 'receiving individual user-input signals indicative of the user satisfaction for the plurality of different characteristics for the appliance operation; and', 'identifying at least one unsatisfactory characteristic of appliance performance based on the user-input signals;, 'determining user satisfaction with an appliance operation byadjusting at least one operational parameter of the appliance operation based on the user satisfaction; andincorporating the at least one adjusted operational parameter into a subsequent appliance operation.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the appliance is a washing machine.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the washing machine is a clothes washer claim 2 , and determining the user satisfaction includes determining the user satisfaction with a wash cycle.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of different characteristics of appliance performance includes washing quality.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the appliance is a dryer claim 1 , range claim 1 , oven or microwave.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of different characteristics of appliance performance includes drying quality.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of different characteristics of appliance performance includes noise generated during the appliance operation.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of different characteristics of appliance performance includes appliance operation duration.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein adjusting the at least one operational parameter of the appliance ...

SCENT-RELEASING DEVICE FOR DISHWASHER, DISHWASHER PROVIDED WITH SCENT-RELEASING DEVICE, AND METHOD FOR SCENTING DISHWASHER

A scent-releasing device and related method, said device to be attached onto an inner side of the door of a dishwasher, including a storage chamber for accommodating a fragrance oil and a release chamber having a membrane through which a gas phase of the fragrance oil is able to pass. Wherein, in a first position of the scent-releasing device, the storage chamber and the release chamber are separated from one another, such that no fragrance oil reaches from the storage chamber into the release chamber. Wherein, in a second position of the scent-releasing device, the storage chamber and the scent-releasing device are connected such that fragrance oil reaches from the storage chamber into the release chamber. Wherein, when there is a change in position from the second position to the first position a defined amount of fragrance oil remains in the release chamber. 1. A scent-releasing device to be attached onto an inner side of the door of a dishwasher , comprising a storage chamber for accommodating a fragrance oil and a release chamber having a membrane through which a gas phase of the fragrance oil is able to pass , wherein , in a first position of the scent-releasing device , the storage chamber and the release chamber are separated from one another , such that no fragrance oil reaches from the storage chamber into the release chamber; wherein , in a second position of the scent-releasing device , the storage chamber and the scent-releasing device are connected such that fragrance oil reaches from the storage chamber into the release chamber; and wherein , when there is a change in position from the second position to the first position—which can be achieved by closing the opened door—a defined amount of fragrance oil remains in the release chamber.2. The scent-releasing device according to claim 1 , wherein the volume of the storage chamber is 50 to 600 times greater than the volume of the release chamber.3. The scent-releasing device according to claim 1 , ...

DISHWASHER APPLIANCES HAVING DEFLECTION ASSEMBLIES

Dishwasher appliances are provided. A dishwasher appliance includes a tub that defines a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing, and a rack assembly arranged within the tub. The dishwasher appliance further includes a fluid ejection assembly, the fluid ejection assembly including an ejection head disposed within the wash chamber, the ejection head operable to eject fluid into the wash chamber. In one embodiment, the dishwasher appliance further includes a passive deflection assembly, the passive deflection assembly including a deflection unit disposed within the wash chamber for deflecting fluid from the ejection head towards the rack assembly. In another embodiment, the dishwasher appliance further includes a deflection assembly, the deflection assembly including a deflection unit disposed within the wash chamber for deflecting fluid from the ejection head towards the rack assembly, the deflection assembly further including a magnet operable to move the deflection unit. 1. A dishwasher appliance , comprising:a tub that defines a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing;a rack assembly arranged within the tub;a fluid ejection assembly, the fluid ejection assembly comprising an ejection head disposed within the wash chamber, the ejection head operable to eject fluid into the wash chamber; anda passive deflection assembly, the passive deflection assembly comprising a movable deflection unit disposed within the wash chamber for deflecting fluid from the ejection head towards the rack assembly, wherein movement of the deflection unit is caused by fluid force acting on the deflection unit.2. The dishwasher appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid ejection assembly comprises a plurality of ejection heads claim 1 , the plurality of ejection heads comprising a first ejection head operable to eject fluid in a first ejection direction and a second ejection head operable to eject fluid in a second opposing ejection direction.3. The dishwasher appliance of ...

SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHOD FOR PREVENTING OVERFILLING IN A DISHWASHER

A method, system, and computer-program product for preventing overfilling in a dishwasher are disclosed herein. According to one embodiment, a method for preventing overfilling in a dishwasher is provided, wherein the dishwasher includes a water valve for providing water to the dishwasher and a drain pump for removing water from the dishwasher. The method comprises detecting an overfill condition in the dishwasher with at least one detection device, wherein the overfill condition corresponds to a water level in the dishwasher that is greater than a predetermined threshold. The method further includes controlling the drain pump and the water valve in response to detecting the overfill condition in order to facilitate removal of the overfill condition. 1. A method for preventing overfilling in a dishwasher , wherein the dishwasher comprises a water valve configured to provide water to the dishwasher and a drain pump configured to remove water from the dishwasher , the method comprising:detecting an overfill condition in the dishwasher with at least one detection device, the overfill condition corresponding to a water level in the dishwasher that is greater than a predetermined threshold;executing a pump-out cycle in response to detecting the overfill condition, wherein the pump-out cycle comprises actuating the drain pump and deactuating the water valve in order to facilitate removal of the overfill condition;determining if the overfill condition has been removed; and executing the pump-out cycle for a predetermined period of time; and', 'determining if the overfill condition has been removed after the predetermined period of time., 'executing at least one error routine to diagnose an error in at least one component of the dishwasher in response to determining that the overfill condition has not been removed, wherein executing the at least one error routine comprises executing a clog error routine, the clog error routine comprising2. The method according to claim 1 , ...

HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE HAVING AT LEAST ONE MOVABLE DOOR OR PANEL

A dishwasher, in particular a domestic dishwasher, includes a dishwasher cavity for receiving an item to be washed. A door or flap is configured to close the dishwasher cavity and movable between an open and a closed position. Associated to the door or flap is a two-stage or multi-stage safety catch for transition between an open and a closed state of the door or flap. A device is provided to capture whether the door or flap is closed or open and to detect a traversal of the two-stage or multi-stage safety catch. 19-. (canceled)10. A dishwasher , in particular household dishwasher , comprising:a dishwasher cavity for receiving an item to be washed;a door or flap configured to close the dishwasher cavity and movable between an open and a closed position;a two-stage or multi-stage safety catch associated to the door or flap for transition between an open and a closed state of the door or flap; anda device configured to capture whether the door or flap is closed or open and to detect a traversal of the two-stage or multi-stage safety catch.11. The dishwasher of claim 10 , constructed in the form of a household dishwasher.12. The dishwasher of claim 10 , wherein the device includes an acceleration sensor to capture the traversal of the two-stage or multi-stage safety catch.13. The dishwasher of claim 12 , wherein the acceleration sensor is constructed to capture a relative orientation with respect to a vector of a gravitational acceleration in three axes.14. The dishwasher of claim 10 , further comprising a carcass claim 10 , said two-stage or multi-stage safety catch including a lock which is able to fasten the door or flap on the carcass.15. The dishwasher of claim 10 , wherein the traversal of the two-stage or multi-stage safety catch is ascertainable by a dual or multiple peak in an electronic evaluation.16. The dishwasher of claim 15 , wherein a signal for changing the closed state of the door or flap is emitted only after ascertaining the dual or multiple peaks.17 ...

MID-LEVEL SPRAY ARM ASSEMBLY FOR DISHWASHER APPLIANCES

A dishwasher appliance includes a mid-level spray arm assembly and a diverter disposed in a conduit of the assembly. The diverter includes a disk positioned within a chamber and rotatable about an axis, the disk defining an aperture for selectively controlling fluid flow from the chamber into outlet channels, the disk movable along the axial direction between a first position and a second position, the disk defining a channel and a plurality of cams projecting into the channel. The diverter further includes a biasing element configured to urge the disk into the first position, and a boss extending from the housing into the channel of the disk, the boss defining a plurality of guide elements. The guide elements and cams are configured to interact so that movement of the disk along the axial direction between the first position and the second position causes the disk to rotate about the axis. 1. A dishwasher appliance , comprising:a tub that defines a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing;a mid-level spray arm assembly for directing a fluid flow into the wash chamber, the mid-level spray arm assembly comprising a spray arm and a conduit in fluid communication with the spray arm, the conduit defining a plurality of outlet channels for providing the fluid flow to the wash chamber; a housing defining a chamber, the chamber having a fluid inlet and at least one outlet port to supply fluid to the outlet channels;', 'a disk positioned within the chamber and rotatable about an axis, the disk defining an aperture for selectively controlling fluid flow from the chamber into one of the outlet channels, the disk movable along the axial direction between a first position and a second position, the disk defining a channel and a plurality of cams projecting into the channel;', 'a biasing element configured to urge the disk into the first position; and', 'a boss extending from the housing into the channel of the disk, the boss defining a plurality of guide elements, ...

DISHWASHING APPLIANCES AND METHODS FOR ADDRESSING OBSTRUCTION THEREIN

Dishwashing appliances and methods, as provided herein, may include features or steps such as measuring an initial pressure in a sump with a pressure sensor, activating a drain pump when the measured initial pressure in the sump is greater than or equal to a first pressure threshold, and starting a timer when the drain pump is activated. Dishwashing appliances and methods may further include features or steps for monitoring pressure within the sump with the pressure sensor after activating the drain pump, recording a value of the timer as a first time when the monitored pressure reaches a second pressure threshold, calculating a time limit based on the recorded first time value, and determining that the filter is clogged when the monitored pressure does not reach a third pressure threshold before the time limit expires. 1. A method of operating a dishwashing appliance comprising a sump , a pressure sensor mounted within the sump , a filter downstream from the pressure sensor , and a drain pump downstream from the pressure sensor , the method comprising:measuring an initial pressure in the sump with the pressure sensor;activating the drain pump when the measured initial pressure in the sump is greater than or equal to a first pressure threshold;starting a timer when the drain pump is activated;monitoring pressure within the sump with the pressure sensor after activating the drain pump;recording a value of the timer as a first time when the monitored pressure reaches a second pressure threshold;calculating a time limit based on the recorded first time value; anddetermining that the filter is clogged when the monitored pressure does not reach a third pressure threshold before the time limit expires.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the time limit is based on the measured initial pressure.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the time limit is based on a difference between the measured initial pressure and the first pressure threshold.4. The method of claim 1 , further ...

Optimized dosing procedure for a washing machine

The present invention relates to a method of controlling a dispenser for dosing a product in a washing machine leading to an optimized dosing result, a dispenser controller programmed with an algorithm to execute the method of the present invention as well as to the use of said dispenser for controlling dosing of a product in a washing machine.

A DISHWASHER COMPRISING A CLEANING SYSTEM FOR A LIQUID/GEL DETERGENT DOSING UNIT AND A RECEPTACLE UNIT

The present invention relates to dishwasher () comprising a dosing unit () that can adjust the required amount of detergent as per the selected program type and dose into the washing cabin (), and a cleaning system () that implements a detergent washing cycle enabling the detergent residues left in the detergent receptacle () from the previous use to be washed and enables the detergent receptacle () and the dosing mechanism () to be washed. 11001423219223516782114210944119. A dishwasher () comprising a washing cabin () and—a dosing unit () having a detergent receptacle () wherein liquid/gel detergent (D) can be filled and a dosing mechanism () that can dose the required amount of liquid/gel detergent (D) as per the selected program from the detergent receptacle () into the washing cabin () ,characterized by—a cleaning system () that implements one or more than one detergent washing cycle enabling the detergent residues left in the detergent receptacle () from the previous use to be washed and that enables the detergent receptacle () and the dosing mechanism () to be washed and cleaned by pumping the clean water from the water mains or the wash water from a sump () disposed at the bottom of the washing cabin () during the detergent washing cycle by means of a circulation pump () and through one or more than one valve ( , ) to the detergent receptacle () ,—a detergent level sensor () that is disposed in the dosing unit () , that detects the liquid/gel detergent level (D) in the detergent receptacle () and generates signals relating to the detergent level and—a control unit () that provides the controlling of the cleaning system () and the dosing unit () , that determines whether or not the dosing unit () is suitable for use depending on the detergent level signal received from the detergent level sensor () and that starts the detergent washing cycle by activating the cleaning system () depending on detergent level signal.2100101122100. A dishwasher () as in claim 1 , ...

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE, SYSTEM COMPRISING A DOMESTIC APPLIANCE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A DOMESTIC APPLIANCE

A household appliance includes a control device configured to carry out a treatment program from a plurality of treatment programs, each of the plurality of treatment programs being determined by a plurality of program parameters. An output unit outputs a feedback survey in accordance with a feedback cycle to a user of the household appliance, and an adjustment unit adjusts a content of the feedback survey depending on a user feedback detected. 115-. (canceled)16. A household appliance , comprising:a control device configured to carry out a treatment program from a plurality of treatment programs, each of the plurality of treatment programs being determined by a plurality of program parameters;an output unit configured to output a feedback survey in accordance with a feedback cycle to a user of the household appliance; andan adjustment unit configured to adjust a content of the feedback survey depending on a user feedback detected.17. The household appliance of claim 16 , constructed in the form of a water-conducting household appliance.18. The household appliance of claim 16 , wherein the adjustment unit is configured to adjust the content of the feedback survey depending on the user feedback detected and depending on data detected during use of the household appliance.19. The household appliance of claim 18 , wherein the data detected during the use of the household appliance comprises:data about device settings of the household appliance,data about treatment programs carried out,data about user inputs made before or during the treatment programs carried out and detected by an input means,an assessment history comprising a plurality of user feedbacks detected by an input means during the treatment programs carried out, and/orat least one sensor signal or a series of sensor signals of a number of sensors built into the household appliance.20. The household appliance of claim 16 , wherein the adjustment unit is configured to adjust a feedback cycle depending on the ...

HOUSEHOLD DISHWASHER MACHINE, SYSTEM COMPRISING HOUSEHOLD DISHWASHER MACHINE, AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A HOUSEHOLD DISHWASHER MACHINE

A household dishwasher includes a washing compartment, an activatable unit arranged in the washing compartment, a control device configured to actuate the activatable unit, an optical sensor configured to acquire an optical sensor signal of the washing compartment, and a communication unit for bidirectional communication with a remote server. The communication unit transmits the acquired optical sensor signal to the remote server and receives a control command from the remote server for actuating the activatable unit and to forward the received control command to the control device. 112-. (canceled)13. A household dishwasher , comprising:a washing compartment;an activatable unit arranged in the washing compartment;a control device configured to actuate the activatable unit;an optical sensor configured to acquire an optical sensor signal of the washing compartment; anda communication unit for bidirectional communication with a remote server, said communication unit configured to transmit the acquired optical sensor signal to the remote server and to receive a control command from the remote server for actuating the activatable unit and to forward the received control command to the control device.14. The household dishwasher of claim 13 , wherein the communication unit is configured to receive the control command from the remote server as a response to the transmitted optical sensor signal.15. The household dishwasher of claim 13 , wherein the sensor is configured to acquire the optical sensor signal as a function of a request of the remote server and to transmit the acquired optical sensor signal to the remote server.16. The household dishwasher of claim 13 , further comprising a lighting device for illuminating the washing compartment during acquisition of the optical sensor signal.17. The household dishwasher of claim 13 , wherein the optical sensor comprises a camera claim 13 , with the optical sensor signal comprising an image and/or a video of the washing ...

DISHWASHER SPRAY ARM ASSEMBLY

A spray assembly may include a water supply conduit, a main spray arm, and a satellite spray arm. The main spray arm may be rotatably coupled to the water supply conduit to rotate about a first axis, and a satellite spray arm may be rotatably coupled to the main spray arm to rotate about a second axis. The satellite may define at least one nozzle and at least one fluid channel extending from the second axis to the at least one nozzle. The at least one fluid channel of the satellite spray arm may define an arcuate shape having a portion proximate the second axis disposed at a first distance relative to the base parallel to the second axis, and the at least one nozzle being disposed a second distance relative to the base parallel to the second axis. The second distance may be shorter than the first distance. 1. A spray arm assembly comprising:a water supply conduit;a main spray arm rotatably coupled to the water supply conduit; wherein the main spray arm is configured to rotate about a first axis;a satellite spray arm rotatably coupled to the main spray arm having a base through which wash fluid enters the satellite spray arm, wherein the satellite spray arm is configured to rotate about a second axis spaced from the first axis, wherein the satellite spray arm defines at least one nozzle and at least one fluid channel extending from the second axis to the at least one nozzle;wherein the at least one fluid channel of the satellite spray arm defines an arcuate shape having a portion proximate the second axis disposed at a first distance relative to the base parallel to the second axis, and the at least one nozzle being disposed a second distance relative to the base parallel to the second axis, wherein the second distance is shorter than the first distance.2. The spray arm assembly of claim 1 , wherein the satellite spray arm defines at least two nozzles disposed on opposite sides of the second axis and configured to direct spray away from the main spray arm.3. The ...

DISHWASHER APPLIANCE WITH CAMERA FOR DETERMINATION OF DOOR POSITION

A dishwasher appliance having a camera assembly. The dishwasher appliance is configured for obtaining an image of the door, determining the position of the door relative to a tub of the appliance; and using the position of the door in one or more dishwashing operations. 1. A dishwasher appliance , comprising:a tub defining a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing, the tub having a front opening;a door positioned adjacent to the tub at the front opening and configured for selectively pivoting between closed and open positions;one or more rack assemblies positioned within the wash chamber;a camera assembly mounted within the wash chamber with a view of the door and the front opening to the tub; and obtaining an image of the door and tub;', 'determining the position of the door relative to the tub; and', 'using the position of the door in one or more dishwashing operations., 'a controller operably coupled with the camera assembly, the controller configured for2. The dishwasher appliance of claim 1 , wherein the determining further comprises uploading data regarding the image to a cloud-based server.3. The dishwasher appliance of claim 2 , wherein the determining further comprises receiving data from the cloud-based server that indicates the position of the door relative to the tub.4. The dishwasher appliance of claim 3 , wherein the determining further comprises using a machine learning image recognition process for analyzing the image.5. The dishwasher appliance of claim 4 , wherein the determining further comprises determining an angle between the door and the tub.6. The dishwasher appliance of claim 4 , wherein the using comprises providing a notification to a user of the dishwasher appliance if the position of the door is not in a closed position.7. The dishwasher appliance of claim 1 , wherein the determining further comprises using a machine learning image recognition process for analyzing the image.8. The dishwasher appliance of claim 1 , wherein the ...

HOUSEHOLD DISHWASHER AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A HOUSEHOLD DISHWASHER

A household dishwasher includes a washing compartment receiving items to be washed, a control device configured to carry out a washing program selected from a number of washing programs for washing the items to be washed in the washing compartment, an optical sensor configured to acquire an optical sensor signal of the washing compartment, a receiving unit configured to receive a start signal from an external control unit for starting the washing program remotely, and an evaluation unit configured to identify a safe operating state of the household dishwasher as a function of the acquired optical sensor signal and to block or release a start of the washing program initiated by the received start signal as a function of the identified safe operating state. 112-. (canceled)13. A household dishwasher , comprising:a washing compartment receiving items to be washed;a control device configured to carry out a washing program selected from a number of washing programs for washing the items to be washed in the washing compartment;an optical sensor configured to acquire an optical sensor signal of the washing compartment;a receiving unit configured to receive a start signal from an external control unit for starting the washing program remotely; andan evaluation unit configured to identify a safe operating state of the household dishwasher as a function of the acquired optical sensor signal and to block or release a start of the washing program initiated by the received start signal as a function of the identified safe operating state.14. The household dishwasher of claim 13 , wherein the evaluation unit is configured to carry out a predetermined action as a function of the identified safe operating state.15. The household dishwasher of claim 13 , wherein the evaluation unit is configured to block or release a start of the washing program as a function of the identified safe operating state.16. The household dishwasher of claim 13 , wherein the evaluation unit is configured ...

DISHWASHER SPRAY ARM

A spray arm for a dishwasher is described in which the spray arm may include an inlet for a cleaning liquid, at least one spray nozzle and a feed channel for feeding the cleaning liquid from the inlet to the spray nozzle. In order to prevent larger dirt particles from reaching any of the spray nozzles, a filter may be provided within the feed channel between the inlet and the spray nozzle. 1. A spray arm for a dishwasher , the spray arm comprising:an inlet for a cleaning liquid, at least one spray nozzle and a feed channel for feeding the cleaning liquid from the inlet to the spray nozzle, andat least one filter located within the feed channel between the inlet and the spray nozzle.2. The spray arm of claim 1 , comprising a plurality of spray nozzles claim 1 , wherein the at least one filter is provided in proximity of at least one of the spray nozzles.3. The spray arm of claim 2 , wherein each spray nozzle is provided with one or more of the at least one filter.4. The spray arm of claim 1 , wherein the at least one filter spans substantially an entire cross-section of the feed channel.5. The spray arm of claim 4 , wherein the at least one filter is located at an angle to the longitudinal direction of the feed channel.6. The spray arm of claim 5 , wherein the spray arm is a substantially flat elongate member claim 5 , wherein the at least one filter is oriented substantially vertically.7. The spray arm of claim 5 , wherein the at least one filter comprises two lateral side portions that are located at angles to the longitudinal direction of the feed channel claim 5 , and a central portion protruding towards the upstream side of the filter means.8. The spray arm of claim 7 , wherein at least the central portion of the at least one filter is substantially V-shaped or convex.9. The spray arm of claim 1 , wherein the at least one filter comprises a grate claim 1 , sieve or screen.10. The spray arm of claim 1 , wherein the at least one filter comprises a plurality of ...

A DISHWASHER WITH IMPROVED WASHING EFFECTIVENESS

The present invention relates to a dishwasher () comprising a tub () having a base (), a rear wall () and two side walls () surrounding the base (); a door () providing access to the tub (), connected to the tub () from its lower side and opening by tilting forward; a rack () having a washing position wherein it is placed on the base () so as to entirely remain inside the tub () and a loading position wherein it is positioned on the inner surface of the door () by being moved forward when the door () is open and wherein loading-unloading can be performed; and a spray arm () that extends from the base () into the tub (), that remains under the rack () when the rack () is in the washing position and that sprays water into the rack () by rotating around itself. 1123453622732668777987. A dishwasher () comprising a tub () having a base () , a rear wall () and two side walls () surrounding the base (); a door () providing access to the tub () , connected to the tub () from its lower side and opening by tilting forward; a rack () having a washing position wherein it is placed on the base () so as to entirely remain inside the tub () and a loading position wherein it is positioned on the inner surface of the door () by being moved forward when the door () is open and wherein loading-unloading can be performed; and a spray arm () that remains under the rack () when the rack () is in the washing position and that sprays water into the rack () by rotating around itself , characterized by an additional spray arm () that is disposed in the vicinity of the spray arm () , that rotates around its axis for a limited distance as a result of the pressure of the water pumped thereinto and that sweeps a region of the rack () with water.2191091110107. A dishwasher () as in claim 1 , characterized by the additional spray arm () having a transfer means () that extends outwards from the rotational axis of the additional spray arm () and that at least partially rotates around the axis ...

DISHWASHER

A dishwasher is disclosed. The dishwasher includes a tub, a main arm and an auxiliary arm for spraying water to an object to be washed, a fixed gear unit for rotatably supporting the main arm, a rotating gear unit configured to be rotated in engagement with the fixed gear part, a link unit for allowing the auxiliary aim to perform a reciprocating rolling movement, and an auxiliary arm connection unit. The auxiliary arm connection unit includes an extension pipe, a shaft extending from the extension pipe in order to support an interior of the auxiliary arm, and a sealing member protruding from an outer circumferential surface of the extension pipe. The sealing member includes a support member provided on at least one of an upper portion of the sealing member and a lower portion of the sealing member in order to support the interior of the auxiliary arm. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a tub configured to accommodate an object;a main arm that is configured to rotate inside the tub and spray water to the object;an auxiliary arm that is coupled to the main arm and that is configured to rotate within a first angle and spray water to the object;a fixed gear unit that is coupled to the tub in order to rotatably support the main arm, the fixed gear unit including a plurality of teeth;a rotating gear unit that is coupled to the main aim and that is configured to rotate based on rotation of the main arm, the rotating gear unit being in engagement with one or more teeth of the plurality of teeth of the fixed gear unit;a link unit (i) that is coupled to the rotating gear unit, the main arm, and the auxiliary arm and (ii) that is configured to move in a linear direction based on rotation of the rotating gear unit, wherein the auxiliary arm is configured to rotate within the first angle based on movement of the link unit in the linear direction; andan auxiliary arm connection unit that couples the auxiliary arm to the main arm, wherein the auxiliary arm is rotatable based on the ...

FLUID CIRCULATION SYSTEM FOR DISHWASHER APPLIANCES

Fluid circulation systems for dishwasher appliances are provided. A dishwasher appliance includes a tub that defines a wash chamber. A fluid circulation system includes a sump for receiving fluid from the wash chamber, the sump comprising a chamber having a sidewall and a base wall. The fluid circulation system further includes a pump, the pump including an impeller disposed within the chamber. The fluid circulation system further includes a filter disposed within the chamber and surrounding the impeller, the filter including a sidewall, the sidewall defining a plurality of perforations extending therethrough. In some embodiments, a volume within the filter is greater than a volume between the sidewall of the chamber and the sidewall of the filter for a given height from the base wall. In some embodiments, volumes of the plurality of perforations increase along a height from the base wall. 1. A fluid circulation system for a dishwasher appliance , the dishwasher appliance comprising a tub that defines a wash chamber , the fluid circulation system comprising:a sump for receiving fluid from the wash chamber, the sump comprising a chamber having a sidewall and a base wall;a pump, the pump comprising an impeller disposed within the chamber; anda filter disposed within the chamber and surrounding the impeller, the filter comprising a sidewall, the sidewall defining a plurality of perforations extending therethrough,wherein a volume within the filter is greater than a volume between the sidewall of the chamber and the sidewall of the filter for a given height from the base wall.2. The fluid circulation system of claim 1 , wherein volumes of the plurality of perforations increase along the height from the base wall.3. The fluid circulation system of claim 2 , wherein the increase is continuous.4. The fluid circulation system of claim 2 , wherein the increase is step-wise.5. The fluid circulation system of claim 1 , wherein the dishwasher appliance defines a vertical ...

SPRAY ARM ASSEMBLIES FOR DISHWASHER APPLIANCES

Spray arm assemblies for dishwasher appliances are provided. A spray arm assembly includes a first spray arm. The first spray arm includes an arm member, the arm member defining an interior and a plurality of apertures in fluid communication with the interior. The arm member further extends along and is rotatable about a longitudinal axis. The spray arm assembly further includes a central housing defining and rotatable about a central axis, the central axis generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. In some embodiments, the spray arm assembly further includes a bevel drive assembly disposed within the central housing. The bevel drive assembly is configured to rotate the arm member about the longitudinal axis when the central housing rotates about the central axis. The bevel drive assembly includes a drive member, an axle member, and an idler member, the axle member mounted to the arm member. 1. A spray arm assembly for a dishwasher appliance , the spray arm assembly comprising:a first spray arm, the first spray arm comprising an arm member, the arm member defining an interior and a plurality of apertures in fluid communication with the interior, the arm member further extending along and rotatable about a longitudinal axis;a central housing defining and rotatable about a central axis, the central axis generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis; anda bevel drive assembly disposed within the central housing, the bevel drive assembly configured to rotate the arm member about the longitudinal axis when the central housing rotates about the central axis, the bevel drive assembly comprising a drive member, an axle member, and an idler member, the axle member mounted to the arm member.2. The spray arm assembly of claim 1 , wherein the arm member extends into an interior of the central housing.3. The spray arm assembly of claim 1 , wherein the interior of the arm member is in fluid communication with an interior of the central housing.4. The spray arm assembly ...

DISHWASHER WITH A LOW-PROFILE RACK

A dishwasher with a tub that at least partially defines a treating chamber with an access opening, a closure moveable relative to the tub to selectively open and close the access opening, a lower dish holder located within the treating chamber, a middle dish holder located within the treating chamber above the lower dish holder, and an upper dish holder located within the treating chamber above the middle dish holder and having container supports defining a support surface. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber with an access opening;a closure relatively moveable with the tub to selectively open/close the access opening;a lower dish holder located within the treating chamber;a middle dish holder located within the treating chamber above the lower dish holder;an upper dish holder located within the treating chamber above the middle dish holder and having container supports defining a support surface defining a slope of less than 30 degrees relative to a horizontal reference, with a lower end and an upper end; anda wicking element located at the lower end and having a portion overlying the lower end.2. The dishwasher of wherein the upper dish holder is a low profile dish holder.3. The dishwasher of wherein the upper dish holder has a height less than the height of either of the lower dish holder or the middle dish holder.4. The dishwasher of wherein the container support has an effective width and the upper dish holder has a height less than or equal to the effective width.5. The dishwasher of wherein the wicking element has a first stop that defines a container stop at the lower end of the support surface.6. The dishwasher of wherein the wicking element has a second stop claim 5 , spaced down slope from the first stop.7. The dishwasher of wherein the second stop has a height greater than the first stop.8. The dishwasher of wherein the first and second stops correspondingly define first and second angles relative to the ...

DISHWASHER WITH BASKET DETECTING DEVICE

A dishwasher () for pot washing, comprising a detector () for automatically detecting what type of washing basket () has been placed in the dishwasher (). This enables automatic selection of water pressure and granule control, such that more sensitive crockery and plates are not damaged. The detector can be an inductive sensor () that detects an indicating member () of the washing basket. The washing basket can comprise one or several indicating members, for enabling a more reliable detection. A method of operating such a dishwasher () comprises the steps of automatically detecting what type of washing basket () is placed in the dishwasher, and then controlling the water pressure and granule addition according to what washing basket was detected. A system comprises an above dishwasher and an above washing basket. 2. Dishwasher according to claim 1 , wherein the detector is an inductive sensor for detecting the presence of a metallic indicating member on the washing basket.3. Dishwasher according to claim 1 , further comprising a rotatable drive for rotating a basket carrier.4. Dishwasher according to claim 1 , further comprising a water pump being operable for providing two different water pressures.5. Dishwasher according to claim 4 , wherein the water pump is driven by an electric motor comprising two windings.6. Dishwasher according to claim 1 , further comprising a bottom spraying tube being located in the bottom of the dishwasher claim 1 , for spraying water from below onto dirty dishes in the pot-washing basket or the standard washing basket.7. Dishwasher according to claim 6 , wherein nozzles of the bottom spraying tube comprises elongated openings claim 6 , which are directed towards the center of rotation of a basket carrier.8. Dishwasher according to claim 6 , wherein the bottom spraying tube comprises nozzles which are more closely spaced at the outer periphery of the dishwasher.9. Dishwasher according to claim 1 , wherein the detector is an optical ...

Pump Assembly for a Dishwasher Appliance

A dishwasher appliance includes a pump assembly for circulating wash fluid within a wash chamber and discharging wash fluid from a drain basin. The pump assembly includes a wash pump impeller coupled to a drive shaft and a drain pump impeller coupled to the drive shaft using a clutch, such as a centrifugal clutch. At speeds below a predetermined speed threshold, the clutch remains disengaged such that only the wash pump impeller rotates. When the speed of the drive shaft exceeds the predetermined speed threshold, the clutch engages causing the drain pump impeller to rotate and discharge wash fluid from the drain basin. 1. A pump assembly for a dishwasher appliance , the pump assembly comprising:a drive shaft;a motor operable to rotate the drive shaft;a wash pump impeller positioned within a pump housing and being coupled to the drive shaft;a drain pump impeller positioned within a drain volute; anda clutch operably coupling the drain pump impeller to the drive shaft, the clutch being movable between a disengaged position when the motor is operating below a predetermined speed threshold and an engaged position when the motor is operating above the predetermined speed threshold.2. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the motor operates below the predetermined speed threshold during a wash cycle and above the predetermined speed threshold during a drain cycle.3. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the predetermined speed threshold is approximately 90% of a rated speed of the motor.4. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the predetermined speed threshold is approximately 70% of a rated speed of the motor.5. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the predetermined speed threshold is greater than 4000 revolutions per minute.6. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the clutch is a centrifugal clutch.7. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the clutch comprises:an inner hub coupled to the drive shaft;an outer drum rotatably coupled to the inner hub, the drain pump ...

Dishwasher, In Particular Domestic Dishwasher With A Rotatably Mounted Optical Detection Means

A dishwasher, in particular a domestic dishwasher, includes a washing compartment for accommodating items to be washed, a container delimiting the washing compartment, a pump for circulating washing liquid in the container, a wash program control apparatus for executing at least one wash program and for activating the pump, and at least one optical detector connected to the wash program control apparatus for optically detecting at least one compartment section or segment of the washing compartment. The wash program control device adjusts the wash program based on the state in the washing compartment detected by the optical detector. The optical detector is rotatably mounted inside the container so that different compartment sections or segments of the washing compartment are detected by the optical detector in dependence on or as a function of the position and/or the location of the optical detector.

Autocalibrating dosing method

A dosing method for dosing a chemical product, particularly a detergent, in a dishwasher includes detecting a first loading signal of a washing liquid in a washing tank of the dishwasher; dosing a first quantity of chemical product in the washing liquid to obtain a washing mixture; detecting a conductivity value of the washing mixture at a first loading condition of the dishwasher; storing a conductivity threshold value equal to the conductivity value of the washing mixture at a first loading condition; and dosing of a further quantity of chemical product in the washing mixture at an operation condition of the dishwasher in such a way to adjust a further conductivity value of the washing mixture detected in the operating condition until reaching the conductivity threshold value.

DISHWASHER

The present invention relates to a dishwasher and a manufacturing method thereof. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a washing container configured to receive one or more objects to be washed;a sump disposed at a lower portion of the washing container and configured to store washing water;an upper nozzle disposed at a center portion of the washing container and configured to spray washing water supplied from the sump to the washing container;a top nozzle that is disposed at an upper portion of the washing container, that is positioned vertically above the upper nozzle, and that is configured to spray washing water supplied from the sump to the washing container; and an upper pipe that is configured to receive washing water from a first outlet of the sump to supply washing water to the upper nozzle, and', 'a top pipe that is disposed at a side of the upper pipe and that is configured to receive washing water from a second outlet of the sump to supply washing water to the top nozzle., 'a water guide that extends upward from the sump and that is configured to supply washing water to the upper nozzle and to the top nozzle, the water guide comprising2. The dishwasher of claim 1 , further comprising an upper connector that supports the upper pipe and the top pipe claim 1 , the upper connector defining a connector channel configured to guide washing water supplied through the upper pipe.3. The dishwasher of claim 2 , wherein the upper connector comprises:a pipe coupling portion coupled to the upper pipe; anda pipe inserting portion that receives the top pipe.4. The dishwasher of claim 3 , wherein the upper pipe is fitted into the pipe coupling portion.5. The dishwasher of claim 3 , wherein the upper pipe comprises:an upper inlet configured to receive washing water from the first outlet of the sump; andan upper outlet disposed inside the pipe coupling portion and configured to discharge washing water to the connector channel.6. The dishwasher of claim 2 , further comprising a ...

DISHWASHER

The present invention relates to a dishwasher and a manufacturing method thereof. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a washing container configured to receive one or more objects to be washed;a sump disposed vertically below the washing container, the sump comprising a first outlet and a second outlet that are each configured to discharge washing water;an upper nozzle disposed at a center portion of the washing container and configured to spray washing water supplied from the sump to the washing container;a top nozzle that is disposed at an upper portion in the washing container, that is positioned vertically above the upper nozzle, and that is configured to spray washing water supplied from the sump to the washing container;a washing water pipe that extends upward from the sump and that is configured to supply washing water to the upper nozzle and to the top nozzle; and a first connecting portion that is coupled to the first outlet of the sump and that defines a first channel configured to receive washing water from the first outlet of the sump, and', 'a second connecting portion that is coupled to the second outlet of the sump and that defines a second channel configured to receive washing water from the second outlet of the sump., 'a lower connector that couples the washing water pipe to the sump, the lower connector comprising2. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the washing water pipe comprises:an upper pipe coupled to the first connecting portion and configured to communicate with the upper nozzle; anda top pipe coupled to the second connecting portion and configured to communicate with the top nozzle.3. The dishwasher of claim 2 , wherein the upper pipe and the top pipe are separated from each other.4. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion are integrally manufactured by injection molding.5. The dishwasher of claim 4 , wherein the lower connector further comprises a separation wall that is disposed between ...

Automatic Washing Machine And Method

The invention relates to a method of automatic dishwashing of dishware using wash water, in which, in a first step, a first composition, which comprises an oxygen bleach but substantially no enzyme, is supplied to the wash water, and the dishware is washed in a washing zone with the oxygen bleach-containing wash water; and, in a second step which occurs after the first step, a second composition, which comprises an enzyme but substantially no bleach, is supplied to the wash water, and the dishware is washed in said washing zone with the enzyme-containing wash water. The invention also relates to an automatic dishwasher and a cartridge suitable for use in this method. 1. A method of automatic dishwashing of dishware using wash water comprising:in a first step, supplying a first composition, which comprises an oxygen bleach substantially free of enzyme, to wash water, and washing the dishware in a washing zone with the oxygen bleach-containing wash water; andin a second step which occurs after the first step, supplying a second composition, which comprises an enzyme substantially free of bleach, to the wash water, and washing the dishware in the washing zone with the enzyme-containing wash water.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the second composition is free of a scavenger of the oxygen bleach.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising a rinse step in between the first step and the second step claim 1 , in which the dishware is rinsed with wash water substantially free of oxygen bleach.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein at least 80% claim 1 , by weight of the oxygen bleach in the first composition is one or both consumed during the first step and is not carried over in the wash water to the second step.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein a temperature Tat which the dishware is washed with the oxygen bleach-containing wash water in the first step is different from a temperature Tat which the dishware is washed with the enzyme ...

WATER-GUIDING DOMESTIC APPLIANCE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A WATER-GUIDING DOMESTIC APPLIANCE

A water-conducting domestic appliance includes a detection unit configured to detect a type of item to be washed as the item is loaded into the water-conducting domestic appliance, and an output unit configured to output a signal carrying information for a user as a function of the detected type of item. 115- (canceled)16. A water-conducting domestic appliance , comprising:a detection unit configured to detect a type of item to be washed as the item is loaded into the water-conducting domestic appliance; andan output unit configured to output a signal carrying information for a user as a function of the detected type of item.17. The water-conducting domestic appliance of claim 16 , further comprising a wash container claim 16 , said water-conducting domestic appliance being configured todetermine an arrangement of the item in response to a detection of the type of the item and a position of the item in the wash container,to compare the arrangement of the item with a previously stored arrangement, andto store the determined arrangement.18. The water-conducting domestic appliance of claim 17 , wherein the water-conducting domestic appliance is configured to recognize a reproducibility of the previously stored arrangement in the determined arrangement and claim 17 , when reproducibility is affirmed claim 17 , to determine a predefined position in the wash container according to the determined arrangement and/or the previously stored arrangement.19. The water-conducting domestic appliance of claim 16 , wherein the detection unit comprises an optical detection unit configured to optically detect the type of item to be washed.20. The water-conducting domestic appliance of claim 16 , further comprising a recording unit configured to record a position and the type of item to be washed in the water-conducting domestic appliance.21. The water-conducting domestic appliance of claim 16 , further comprising an image acquisition unit to acquire an image of the item to be washed ...

SPRAY ARM ASSEMBLY FOR DISHWASHER APPLIANCES

Dishwasher appliances and spray arm assemblies for dishwasher appliances are provided. An assembly includes an indexing assembly disposed between a conduit and a plurality of spray arms. The indexing assembly includes a disk rotatable about an axis and movable along an axial direction between a first position and a second position, the disk defining an aperture and a channel and comprising a plurality of cams projecting into the channel. The indexing assembly further includes a biasing element configured to urge the disk into the first position, and a boss assembly, the boss assembly comprising a boss extending into the channel of the disk, the boss defining a plurality of guide elements. The guide elements and cams are configured to interact such that movement of the disk along the axial direction between the first position and the second position causes the disk to rotate about the axis. 1. A dishwasher appliance , comprising:a tub that defines a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing; a plurality of spray arms, the plurality of spray arms comprising a first spray arm and a second spray arm;', 'a conduit in fluid communication with the plurality of spray arms;', a disk rotatable about an axis and movable along an axial direction between a first position and a second position, the disk defining an aperture and a channel and comprising a plurality of cams projecting into the channel;', 'a biasing element configured to urge the disk into the first position; and', 'a boss assembly, the boss assembly comprising a boss extending into the channel of the disk, the boss defining a plurality of guide elements, wherein the guide elements and cams are configured to interact such that movement of the disk along the axial direction between the first position and the second position causes the disk to rotate about the axis., 'an indexing assembly disposed between the conduit and the plurality of spray arms, the indexing assembly operable to selectively flow fluid to ...

DISHWASHER, METHOD FOR OPERATING A DISHWASHER, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT

Dishwasher, in particular household dishwasher, with a washing compartment a control device for carrying out a washing program from a number of washing programs and with an automatic dosing device for automatically dosing a plurality of dosing quantities from a supply a cleaning agent present as a solid in the washing area, the control device for cleaning the automatic dosing device being set up to control the automatic dosing device to switch to a cleaning state and to control the automatic dosing device for cleaning the automatic Dosing device to carry out a specific wash program from the number of wash programs. 112-. (canceled)1326-. (canceled)27. A dishwasher , comprising:a washing chamber;an automatic dosing device designed to automatically dose a plurality of dosing quantities from a supply of cleaning agent provided as a solid material into the washing chamber; anda controller for running a number of washing programs, said controller being configured to run from the number of washing programs a specific washing program by which the automatic dosing device is actuated and switched to a cleaning state for cleaning the automatic dosing device.28. The dishwasher of claim 27 , constructed in the form of a household dishwasher.29. The dishwasher of claim 27 , wherein the automatic dosing device includes a fluid-tight housing and a dosing unit arranged in the fluid-tight housing for dosing the dosing quantity claim 27 , said housing having a cleaning opening which is closable in a fluid-tight manner and which is at least intermittently open in the cleaning state of the automatic dosing device.30. The dishwasher of claim 27 , wherein the automatic dosing device includes a fluid-tight housing and a receiving unit arranged in the fluid-tight housing for receiving a removable storage container for providing the supply of the cleaning agent claim 27 , said housing having a cleaning opening which is closable in a fluid-tight manner and which is at least intermittently ...

DISHWASHER WITH DIRECTIONAL SPRAY

A dishwasher includes a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber and a spraying system for supplying liquid to the treating chamber. The spraying system includes a sprayer having a body with an interior, a liquid passage provided in the interior, and a plurality of outlets extending through the body and in fluid communication with the liquid passage. 1. A dishwasher for washing utensils according to an automatic cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber for receiving utensils for cleaning; and an elongated body having an interior and rotatable about an axis of rotation;', 'a liquid passage provided in the interior;', 'at least one outlet located on a length of the elongated body such that it is spaced away from the rotational axis and extending through the body and in fluid communication with the liquid passage;', 'a valve body movable relative to the body to fluidly couple different portions of the at least one outlet to the liquid passage to alter a direction of liquid emitted from the at least one outlet; and', 'an actuator operably coupled to the valve body to move the valve body to control the direction of liquid emitted from the outlet., 'a spraying system for supplying liquid to the treating chamber and having a spray arm comprising2. The dishwasher of wherein the valve body comprises an opening having multiple portions.3. The dishwasher of wherein the actuator is configured to move the valve body to a first position where one of the multiple portions of the opening fluidly couples a first portion of the outlet to the liquid passage to effect an emitting of liquid through the outlet in a first direction.4. The dishwasher of wherein the actuator is configured to move the valve body to a second position where another of the multiple portions of the opening fluidly couples a second portion of the outlet claim 3 , different from the first portion claim 3 , to the liquid passage to effect an emitting of liquid ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR VIBRATORY FINISHING OF COMPOSITE LAMINATE PARTS

A method for vibratory finishing of a composite laminate part includes placing particles of a vibratory media, comprising titanium oxide abrasive in a synthetic binder, into a trough of a vibratory finishing machine, placing a composite laminate part into the trough and substantially immersed in the vibratory media, and operating the vibratory finishing machine at a vibrational frequency of 40 Hz to 50 Hz with the vibratory media and composite laminate part disposed in the trough. 1. A method for vibratory finishing of a composite laminate part , comprising:placing particles of a vibratory media, comprising titanium oxide abrasive in a synthetic binder, into a trough of a vibratory finishing machine;placing a composite laminate part into the trough and substantially immersed in the vibratory media; andoperating the vibratory finishing machine at a vibrational frequency of 40 Hz to 50 Hz with the vibratory media and composite laminate part disposed in the trough.2. A method in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the binder of the vibratory media comprises synthetic acrylic.3. A method in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the particles of vibratory media range in size from about ¼″ to about 2½″ and have a specific gravity of about 1.5 to about 2.0.4. A method in accordance with claim 1 , wherein a total volume of the particles of vibratory media in the trough have a sectional density approximately equal to a sectional density of the composite laminate part.5. A method in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the particles of vibratory media comprise about 10% to 20% titanium oxide abrasive in a binder of synthetic urea-resin.6. A method in accordance with claim 1 , further comprising operating the vibratory finishing machine for a period of 45 to 60 minutes.7. A method in accordance with claim 1 , further comprising applying flush water to the vibratory media at a rate of about 0.35-0.50 gallons per hour per cubic foot of volume of the finishing media.8. A method in ...

SAFETY DEVICE AGAINST LEAKS OF LIQUID FOR LIQUID-CONDUCTING HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

A safety device against leaks of liquid for a liquid-conducting household appliance comprises a valve arrangement that can be electrically switched between a closing position and an opening position, to prevent or enable, respectively, a flow of liquid from a liquid-supply source to the household appliance. The device further comprises:—a first pipe () impermeable to liquid, for the flow of liquid,—at least one hydraulic unit (), having a duct for the liquid (),—a flow sensor in the at least one hydraulic unit (). The first pipe () is connected in fluid communication with the duct () and extends longitudinally at least in part within a second pipe () that is impermeable to liquid, in such a way that defined between at least part of the first pipe () and of the second pipe () is a gap (G) having a proximal end and a distal end. The at least one hydraulic unit () has a respective hydraulic body () that defines the duct (). The flow sensor is a non-mechanical flow sensor that includes at least two electrical detection elements () within the duct (). 1. A safety device against leaks of liquid for a liquid-conducting household appliance or system , the device being designed for connection between a source of liquid and a liquid-conducting household appliance or system , the device comprising:a first pipe for the liquid which comes from the source of liquid,at least one hydraulic unit, having a duct for the liquid, the at least one hydraulic unit being upstream of the first pipe or else downstream of the first pipe,a flow sensor in the at least one hydraulic unit,wherein the first pipe is connected in fluid communication with said duct and extends longitudinally at least in part within a second pipe that is impermeable to liquid, in such a way that defined between at least part of the first pipe and of the second pipe is a gap having a proximal end and a distal end,wherein the at least one hydraulic unit has a respective hydraulic body that defines said duct,wherein the ...

FAN-SHAPED SPRAY DETERGENT NOZZLE

Example embodiments provide a dishwasher comprising a tub; a door configured for selectively sealing a forward access opening of the tub; a detergent dispenser located at an inner surface of the door; a spray arm mounted within the tub such that the spray arm is adjustable between a first height and a second height, the spray arm comprising a spray detergent nozzle; and a circulation pump configured to supply washing liquid to the spray arm. The dishwasher is characterized in that the spray arm is configured to emit a fan-shaped jet from the spray detergent nozzle when the washing liquid is supplied to the spray arm and the spray arm is configured to emit the fan-shaped jet that is incident upon the detergent dispenser both when the spray arm is positioned at the first height and when the spray arm is positioned at the second height. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a tub;a door configured for selectively sealing a forward access opening of the tub;a detergent dispenser located at an inner surface of the door;a spray arm mounted within the tub such that the spray arm is adjustable between a plurality of heights comprising a first height and a second height, the first height being the maximum height of the plurality of heights and the second height being the minimum height of the plurality of heights, the spray arm comprising a spray detergent nozzle; anda circulation pump configured to supply washing liquid to the spray arm;wherein the spray arm is configured to emit a fan-shaped jet from the spray detergent nozzle when the washing liquid is supplied to the spray arm, andthe spray arm is configured to emit the fan-shaped jet that is incident upon the detergent dispenser both when the spray arm is positioned at any of the plurality of heights.2. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the spray detergent nozzle is a drive nozzle of the spray arm configured to cause the spray arm to rotate.3. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the spray arm is rotatable within a plane of ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR FINISHING COMPONENT USING ABRASIVE MEDIA

A method according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure, includes, among other things, at least partially filling a vessel with an abrasive fluid, pressurizing the abrasive fluid, and vibrating a component within the vessel. Further, the method includes gradually adjusting a rate material is removed from the component. 1. A method , comprising:at least partially filling a vessel with an abrasive fluid;pressurizing the abrasive fluid;vibrating a component within the vessel; andgradually adjusting a rate material is removed from the component.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the material removal rate is adjusted by changing the pressure of the abrasive fluid.3. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the material removal rate is adjusted by changing the rate at which the component is vibrated.4. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the material removal rate is adjusted by adjusting the properties of the abrasive fluid within the vessel.5. The method as recited in claim 4 , wherein a carrier fluid within the vessel is changed.6. The method as recited in claim 4 , wherein a size of abrasive media within the vessel is changed.7. The method as recited in claim 6 , wherein the size of abrasive media within the vessel is changed by establishing a flow of a first abrasive fluid into the vessel claim 6 , the first abrasive fluid having an abrasive media size different than a second abrasive fluid already within the vessel.8. The method as recited in claim 7 , wherein the first abrasive fluid flows into the vessel and mixes with the second abrasive fluid until the desired average abrasive media size is reached.9. A system claim 7 , comprising:a vessel containing an abrasive fluid and a component;a vibratory device configured to cause movement of the component within the vessel;at least one piston configured to pressurize the abrasive fluid within the vessel; anda control configured to provide instructions to the piston and the vibratory device ...

AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER WITH PUMP ASSEMBLY

An automatic dishwasher with a tub that at least partially defines a treating chamber, a liquid spraying system that supplies liquid to the treating chamber, and a pump assembly that fluidly couples the treating chamber to the liquid spraying system and where the pump assembly includes a housing having an inlet, a recirculation outlet, and a drain outlet. 1. An automatic dishwasher for treating dishes according to a cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber having a tub liquid outlet;a liquid spraying system having a sprayer supplying liquid to the treating chamber; and a housing, defining a sump, and having an inlet fluidly coupled to the tub liquid outlet, a recirculation outlet fluidly coupled to the sprayer to define a liquid recirculation path from the sump to the sprayer, and a drain outlet;', 'a filter having an upstream surface and a downstream surface and fluidly separating the inlet of the housing from the recirculation outlet to filter liquid recirculated through the sump;', 'a wash pump fluidly coupled to the recirculation path to pump the liquid from the sump to the sprayer; and', 'a drain pump having an inlet fluidly coupled to the drain outlet of the housing and an outlet configured to fluidly couple to a household drain., 'a filter and pump assembly comprising2. The automatic dishwasher of wherein the inlet and drain outlet are adjacent.3. The automatic dishwasher of wherein the adjacent inlet and drain outlet are on a front side of the housing.4. The automatic dishwasher of wherein the housing further comprises a mounting located on the front side and the mounting incorporates the inlet of the housing and the drain outlet.5. The automatic dishwasher of claim 4 , further comprising a grommet surrounding the mounting.6. The automatic dishwasher of wherein the housing comprises an outer peripheral wall in which the adjacent inlet and drain outlet are located.7. The automatic dishwasher of wherein the housing ...

AUTOMATIC DOSING METHOD

An automated dosing method for dosing a chemical in a tunnel dishwasher includes the steps of: detecting a rinse signal from a supplying solenoid valve for supplying a rinse water of the dishwasher; dosing a detergent amount apt to be inserted in a washing liquid, at a first load configuration of the dishwasher, for obtaining a washing mixture; and dosing a further detergent amount, apt to be inserted in the washing liquid for a restoration of the detergent in the washing mixture at an operating configuration of the dishwasher. The dosing step of a further detergent amount is performed periodically according to a predetermined time frequency. 1. An automated dosing method for dosing a chemical product in a tunnel dishwasher , comprising the steps of:detecting a rinse signal from a supplying solenoid valve for supplying a rinse water of the dishwasher;dosing a detergent amount apt to be inserted in a washing liquid, at a first load configuration of the dishwasher, for obtaining a washing mixture;{'sub': 's', 'dosing an additional detergent amount apt to be inserted in the washing liquid for a recovering of said detergent in said washing mixture at an operating configuration of the dishwasher, wherein said dosing step of an additional detergent amount is performed periodically according to a predetermined time frequency, equal to a recovery time interval “t”, said method also comprising a suspending step for suspending a contactor of said recovery time interval “t” at an interruption of said detecting step of the rinsing detection signal, and a reactivating step for reactivating said counter starting from a time “t” at which said suspending step have been occurred, at a new detection of said rinsing signal.'}2. The dosing method according to claim 1 , further comprising a dosing step for dosing a rinse aid amount performed periodically.3. The dosing method according to claim 1 , wherein said dosing phase of a rinse aid amount has a flow rate claim 1 , which is ...

DISHWASHER

A dishwasher has a treating chamber with four corners and a rotatable sprayer located within the treating chamber, where the sprayer includes two conduit segments which rotate about two different axes and a spray head which rotates about yet another axis. The combined rotation of the conduit segments moves the spray head in a non-circular path around the treating chamber. 1. A method of spraying liquid in a dishwasher having a treating chamber with four corners and a sprayer located within the treating chamber , the method comprising:rotating a first conduit segment of the sprayer about a first axis, the sprayer comprising at least three rotatable sections, which are rotatable about separate axes, a first rotatable section formed by the first conduit segment, which is rotationally mounted relative to the treating chamber for rotation about the first axis, a second rotatable section formed by a second conduit segment rotationally mounted to the first conduit segment at a location radially spaced from the first axis for rotation about a second axis, and a third rotatable section formed by a spray head rotationally mounted to the second conduit segment at a location radially spaced from the second axis for rotation about a third axis;rotating the second conduit segment of the sprayer about the second axis; androtating the spray head of the sprayer about the third axis radially spaced from the second axis;wherein the rotation of the first and second conduit segments translate the spray head along a generally rectangular route in the treating chamber, and the generally rectangular route having four corners corresponding to the four corners of the treating chamber to provide a direct spraying in the four corners of the treating chamber.2. The method of wherein rotating the spray head comprises spraying liquid from at least one drive nozzle of the spray head.3. The method of wherein rotating the spray head comprises pumping liquid through the first and second conduit ...

SPRAY ARM AND WASHING APPLIANCE HAVING SAME

Provided are a spray arm and a washing appliance having same. The spray arm comprises a main spray arm, a plurality of auxiliary spray arms and rolling ball assemblies, and each of the auxiliary spray arms is connected to the main spray arm, the auxiliary spray arms may rotate relative to the main spray arm, and the rolling ball assemblies are disposed at connecting and fitting parts between each of the auxiliary spray arms and the main spray arm. 1. A spray arm apparatus , comprising:a main spray arm;a plurality of auxiliary spray arms, each auxiliary spray arm being connected to the main spray arm and rotatable relative to the main spray arm; anda ball assembly arranged at a position where each auxiliary spray arm is connected to and cooperates with the main spray arm.2. The spray arm apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the main spray arm comprises a main spray arm body and a plurality of main spray arm connecting sleeves claim 1 , the plurality of main spray arm connecting sleeves are arranged on a common side of the main spray arm body claim 1 , and each auxiliary spray arm is connected to the main spray arm through one main spray arm connecting sleeve.3. The spray arm apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein each auxiliary spray arm comprises an auxiliary spray arm body and an auxiliary spray arm connecting sleeve claim 2 , the auxiliary spray arm connecting sleeve is arranged on a side of the auxiliary spray arm body facing the main spray arm claim 2 , and the ball assembly is arranged at a position where the auxiliary spray arm connecting sleeve is connected to and cooperates with the main spray arm connecting sleeve.4. The spray arm apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the ball assembly at least comprises a plurality of balls claim 3 , and the plurality of balls rotatably cooperate between the auxiliary spray arm connecting sleeve and the main spray arm connecting sleeve.5. The spray arm apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the ball assembly ...

OPTIMIZED DOSING PROCEDURE FOR A WASHING MACHINE

The present invention relates to a method of controlling a dispenser for dosing a product in a washing machine leading to an optimized dosing result, a dispenser controller programmed with an algorithm to execute the method of the present invention as well as the use of said dispenser for controlling dosing of a product in a washing machine. 12-. (canceled)3: A detergent dispenser comprising:a dispenser;a controller adapted to be coupled to the dispenser and a measuring device for measuring at least one parameter c*, wherein c* corresponds to the concentration of a detergent in the dispenser;at least one processor; and [{'sub': 'min', '(a) providing a washing machine comprising measuring means for measuring at least one parameter (c*) corresponding to the concentration of a detergent in a solution present in at least part of said washing machine, a dispenser to dispense said detergent, said dispenser being equipped with a reversibly closable output device having a minimum opening time (t) the dispenser has to be opened, and a dispenser controller coupled to said measuring means and said dispenser, including at least one processor and at least one non-volatile memory for recording, calculating, controlling and/or storing process parameters;'}, {'sub': 'cur', '(b) measuring, after an initial mixing and/or waiting time, at least one said parameter (c*) to determine the current concentration of the detergent in the machine (c*);'}, {'sub': set', 'cur, '(c) calculating the difference (Δc*) between the setpoint (c*) and the current concentration in the machine (c*);'}, {'sub': 'min', '(d) calculating and storing a current feed rate per minimum opening time (dc*/t) based on an average feed rate per minimum opening time determined from a plurality of a number (n) of prior dispensing events;'}, {'sub': dos', 'min', 'min, '(e) initiating dispensing of said detergent to said machine by opening said reversibly closable output devise for a dosing time (t) resulting from the ...

ARRANGEMENT IN A DISHWASHER FOR CREATING A WASH ZONE WITH INTENSIFIED WASHING

Provided herein is an arrangement in a dishwasher for creating a wash zone with intensified washing in a washing chamber. The arrangement may include a spray arm rotatably arranged around an axis A; a water pump arranged to feed water to the spray arm; and a control unit arranged to control operation of the water pump. At least one additional nozzle may be is arranged on the spray arm. The additional nozzle may be arranged to be opened when the pressure in the water fed from the water pump to the spray arm exceeds a predetermined level. A dishwasher including the described arrangement is also provided. 1. Arrangement in a dishwasher for creating a wash zone with intensified washing in a washing chamber said arrangement comprising:a spray arm rotatably arranged around an axis (A);a water pump arranged to feed water to the spray arm;a control unit arranged to control operation of the water pump;wherein at least one additional nozzle arranged on the spray arm, said additional nozzle is arranged to be opened when the pressure in the water fed from the water pump to the spray arm exceeds a predetermined level.2. The arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one additional nozzle arranged close to the spray arm axis (A) of rotation.3. The arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the additional nozzle is arranged to spray water in the centre of the washing chamber.4. The arrangement according to claim 1 , further comprising a support element arranged to rotatably support the spray arm in the washing chamber and feed water from the water pump to the spray arm claim 1 , said support element further comprising an actuator member movably arranged along an axis (M) parallel to the axis (A) between a first position in which the spray arm is rotatable around the axis (A) and a second position in which the spray arm is prevented from rotating and the additional nozzle on the spray arm is opened claim 1 , wherein the actuator member is arranged to move from the ...

DISHWASHER WITH SPRAYER

A dishwasher includes a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber and a sprayer for spraying liquid to the treating chamber. The sprayer may include a liquid passage and at least one outlet extending from an interior to an exterior of the sprayer and in fluid communication with the liquid passage. A membrane may have at least one opening and may be in fluid communication with the liquid passage to control the flow of liquid through the at least one outlet. 1. A dishwasher for treating utensils according to an automatic cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber for receiving utensils for treatment according to the automatic cycle of operation;a sprayer for spraying liquid into the treating chamber and having a body with an exterior and an inner surface defining an interior wherein the interior forms at least a portion of a liquid passage and at least one outlet includes an aperture extending from the interior to the exterior where the inner surface includes a rib defining a periphery surrounding the at least one outlet; anda slidable valve body located within the interior including a membrane having at least one opening;wherein the membrane sealingly abuts the rib to form a liquid seal between the rib and the membrane and where the membrane and the sprayer are operably coupled wherein, during use, rotation of the sprayer causes reciprocating movement of the membrane relative to the sprayer such that at least a portion of the at least one opening passes within the periphery to fluidly couple the interior to the at least one outlet and provide for a fluid path from the interior, through the at least one opening, and through the at least one outlet to emit a spray of liquid from the sprayer into the treating chamber.2. The dishwasher of wherein the membrane includes a polyester film.3. The dishwasher of claim 1 , further comprising a driver system coupling the rotatable sprayer to the membrane and wherein rotation of ...

METHOD FOR POLISHING SPECIAL-SHAPED FACE OF MARBLE

A method for polishing a special-shaped face of marble where a marble blank is placed into a vibration grinding machine and subjected to rough and fine grinding by adding thereto abrasive materials to obtain stone with an optimum polished effect. The method breaks the single mirror plane effect of conventional marble, can obtain polished faces of marble having various artistic visual effects and achieves the mechanical polishing of marble stone with improved polishing efficiency and greatly reduced costs of special-shaped marble stone The method has a polishing cost of only a few tenths of a conventional method, can greatly reduce the cost of a product of special-shaped marble stone, so that the special-shaped polished stone product would possibly become a building material product which can be popularized, enriching the forms of appearance of special-shaped marble stone products and building decorating marble stone. 1. A method for polishing special-shaped faces of marble , comprising the following steps:1) coarse grinding: placing a marble blank into a vibration grinding machine, adding a coarse abrasive material, adding water to make the coarse abrasive material pasty, and then conducting vibration grinding until the surface becomes smooth and matte, to obtain a coarsely-ground stone piece;2) accurate grinding and polishing: taking out the coarsely-ground stone piece and placing it into the vibration grinding machine after the coarse abrasive material remained on the surface is removed, adding an accurate abrasive material and the marble crystal face polishing agent, adding water to make the accurate abrasive material pasty, and conducting accurate vibration grinding continuously until the surface becomes bright; and3) taking out the stone subjected to accurate grinding and polishing and removing the surface residues to obtain a polished stone.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the marble is natural or artificial.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the marble ...

SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING AN OPERATING STATE OF A DISHWASHER AND AN ACCORDING METHOD

A washing system for determining an operating state of a dishwasher () comprises a dishwasher (), in particular wherein the dishwasher () comprises a dishwasher interface (), a dispenser unit (), in particular wherein the dispenser unit () comprises a dispenser interface (), wherein the dispenser unit () is connected to the dishwasher () for dosing a detergent to the dishwasher (), a logic unit (), in particular wherein the logic unit () is connectable to the dishwasher interface () and the dispenser interface (), and a current sensor () for measuring an electrical current consumed by the dishwasher (), wherein the current sensor () is connected to the logic unit (). By replacing costly water meters by a current sensor (), the cost efficiency of the washing system () may be increased. In addition, the assembling and maintenance effort of the washing system () may be reduced. 1. A washing system for determining an operating state of a dishwasher , comprising:a dishwasher, wherein the dishwasher comprises a dishwasher interface;a dispenser unit, wherein the dispenser unit comprises a dispenser interface and the dispenser unit is connected to the dishwasher for dosing a detergent to the dishwasher;a logic unit, wherein the logic unit is connectable to the dishwasher interface and the dispenser interface; anda current sensor for measuring an electrical current consumed by the dishwasher, wherein the current sensor is connected to the logic unit.2. The washing system according to claim 1 , wherein the current sensor comprises a current clamp.3. The washing system according to claim 1 , wherein the logic unit is integrated in the dispenser unit.4. The washing system according to claim 1 , wherein:the current sensor measures a value of a current parameter indicative of a current consumed by the dishwasher; comparing the received value of the current parameter with a current reference value; and', 'determining the operating state of the washing system based on a result of ...

DISHWASHER APPLIANCE AND A METHOD FOR FORMING A UNITARY TUB

A dishwasher appliance with a tub that defines a wash chamber is provided. A bottom wall of the tub defines a volute. An impeller is positioned within the volute of the bottom wall, and a motor mounted to the tub at the bottom wall of the tub. The motor is coupled to the impeller such that the motor selectively rotates the impeller within the volute of the bottom wall. A related method for forming a unitary tub for a dishwasher appliance is also provided. 1. A dishwasher appliance , comprising:a tub defining a wash chamber, the tub having a bottom wall, the bottom wall of the tub shaped such that the bottom wall of the tub defines an inlet and a volute, the inlet of the bottom wall extending between the wash chamber of the tub and the volute of the bottom wall such that the inlet of the bottom wall is configured for directing wash fluid from the wash chamber of the tub to the volute of the bottom wall, the tub also defining a first outlet conduit and a second outlet conduit;a first spray assembly positioned within the wash chamber of the tub, the first outlet conduit extending between the volute of the bottom wall and the first spray assembly;a second spray assembly positioned within the wash chamber of the tub, the second outlet conduit extending between the volute of the bottom wall and the second spray assembly;an impeller positioned within the volute of the bottom wall; anda motor mounted to the tub at the bottom wall of the tub, the motor coupled to the impeller such that the motor selectively rotates the impeller within the volute of the bottom wall.2. The dishwasher appliance of claim 1 , wherein the motor has an axle claim 1 , the impeller mounted to the axle of the motor claim 1 , the axle positioned such that the axle rotates about a vertical axis during operation of the motor.3. The dishwasher appliance of claim 1 , wherein the bottom wall of the tub has a top surface and a bottom surface claim 1 , the top surface of the bottom wall facing the wash ...

DETECTING OPERATIONAL STATE OF A DISHWASHER

The present invention relates to a method of and a device () for, detecting an operational state of a dishwasher (), in particular activation of extra wash zones and overfill situations. The device () is arranged to operate a motor () driving a dishwasher circulation pump () at at least one rotational speed differing from a nominal rotational speed and measure operating current of the motor () driving the dishwasher circulation pump (). Further, the device is arranged to determine whether the dishwasher () operates in an operational state differing from a nominal operational state based on the measured circulation pump motor operating current. 1. A method of detecting an operational state of a dishwasher , characterized in comprising the steps of:operating a motor driving a dishwasher circulation pump at at least one rotational speed differing from a nominal rotational speed;measuring operating current of the motor driving the dishwasher circulation pump;determining whether the dishwasher operates in an operational state differing from a nominal operational state based on the measured circulation pump motor operating current.3. The method of claim 2 , said motor driving the dishwasher circulation pump being operated at the lower rotational speed for a predetermined time period at a beginning of a washing program.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising the step of:increasing the rotational speed of the motor driving the dishwasher circulation pump to the nominal rotational speed once the extra wash zone has been detected.5. The method of wherein the step of determining whether an extra wash zone has been activated based on a measured increase in circulation pump motor operating current comprises:comparing the measured circulation pump motor operating current to a first predetermined current threshold value, wherein the extra wash zone is considered to be activated if the measured current exceeds the first predetermined current threshold value.6. The method of ...

DISHWASHER

A dishwasher may include a washing chamber and a wash arm arrangement having a wash arm rotatably arranged in the washing chamber, and a satellite spray device arranged on the wash arm. The dishwasher may include at least one sensor configured to sense a rotational position of the wash arm and a control unit configured to monitor consecutive sensed rotational positions of the wash arm. The control unit may be configured to calculate a rotational speed of the wash arm based on an elapsed time and a rotational distance between two sensed rotational positions, and may be configured to estimate a current rotational position of the wash arm based on an elapsed time since a previously sensed rotational position and the calculated rotational speed. The control unit may adapt the pumping intensity of a pump of the dishwasher based on the estimated current rotational position of the wash arm. 1. A dishwasher comprising a washing chamber , and a wash arm arrangement comprising a wash arm rotatably arranged in the washing chamber , and a satellite spray device arranged on the wash arm , wherein the wash arm arrangement is provided with a plurality of nozzles , wherein the dishwasher comprises a pump fluidically connected to the plurality of nozzles , wherein the pump is configured to pump washing liquid through the plurality of nozzles into the washing chamber , wherein the dishwasher comprises at least one sensor configured to sense a rotational position of the wash arm , and wherein the dishwasher further comprises a control unit configured to monitor consecutive sensed rotational positions of the wash arm ,wherein the control unit is configured to calculate a rotational speed of the wash arm based on an elapsed time and a rotational distance, between two sensed rotational positions and configured to estimate a current rotational position of the wash arm based on an elapsed time since a previously sensed rotational position and the calculated rotational speed, wherein the ...

TOOL FOR CLEANING VESSELS

A vessel washer comprises: a washing tub; a cover element; and a pedal, wherein the washing tub comprises a rotating member, an outer brush, and an inner brush; the rotating member comprises a center branch and a side branch; the center branch and the side branch are rotated and revolved, respectively; the outer brush is disposed at the side branch, and the inner brush is disposed at the center branch; the cover element comprises a pressure part made of resin for pressing a vessel disposed on the center branch in an upside-down manner; and the pedal is pressed or treaded on by a hand or foot of a user to rotate and revolve the center branch and the side branch. 1a washing tub;a cover element; anda pedal,wherein the washing tub comprises a rotating member, an outer brush, and an inner brush;the rotating member comprises a center branch and a side branch;the center branch and the side branch are rotated and revolved, respectively;the outer brush is disposed at the side branch, and the inner brush is disposed at the center branch;the cover element comprises a pressure part made of resin for pressing a vessel disposed on the center branch in an upside-down manner;the pedal is pressed or treaded on by a hand or foot of a user to rotate and revolve the center branch and the side branch;a center nozzle is disposed at the center branch, and water for washing the inside of the vessel is spouted from the center nozzle;a side nozzle is disposed at the inner side surface of the washing tub, and water for washing the outside of the vessel is spouted from the side nozzle;the pedal comprises a rotation groove, an internal gear formed at the rotation groove, a circular gear contacting the internal gear, a one-way clutch disposed at the outer circumferential surface of the circular gear, and a ring gear wherein the one-way clutch is disposed at the inner circumferential surface thereof;the ring gear is configured to rotate a bevel gear of the rotating member;the pedal is rotated ...

WASH ARM ASSEMBLY

A wash arm assembly may include wash arm having a tubular connection portion and a tubular receiving means for receiving the tubular connection portion. The tubular connection portion may include a first guiding surface and a second guiding surface, and the tubular receiving means may include a third guiding surface and a fourth guiding surface. The first guiding surface may be aligned to the third guiding surface and the second guiding surface may be aligned to the fourth guiding surface when the tubular connection portion is inserted in the tubular receiving means. The first, second, third and fourth guiding surfaces may be arranged to guide the tubular connection portion and the tubular receiving means into alignment with each other upon rotation of the wash arm. A dishwasher including the wash arm assembly may also be provided. 1. A wash arm assembly for a dishwasher , comprising:a wash arm comprising a tubular connection portion; anda tubular receiving means for receiving said tubular connection portion ,wherein said tubular connection portion is arranged to be inserted in said tubular receiving means to create a connection between said tubular connection portion and said tubular receiving means, wherein the connection allows the wash arm to rotate and wherein said connection is arranged to conduct a washing liquid of the dishwasher in a first direction to said wash arm, wherein said tubular connection portion comprises a first guiding surface and a second guiding surface, and said tubular receiving means comprises a third guiding surface and a fourth guiding surface,wherein said first guiding surface is aligned to said third guiding surface and said second guiding surface is aligned to said fourth guiding surface when said tubular connection portion is inserted in said tubular receiving means,wherein said first, second, third and fourth guiding surfaces are arranged to guide said tubular connection portion and said tubular receiving means into alignment with ...

Industrial Dishwasher

An industrial dishwasher includes a detergent station for washing serviceware with cleaning agent; a sanitising station for disinfecting the serviceware with sterilising agent; a neutralisation station connected to the detergent station, the sanitising station or both for deactivating the cleaning agent, the sterilising agent or both; and one or more conveyor chains connected to the detergent station, the sanitising station or both stations for carrying the serviceware to the detergent station, the sanitising station or both stations. 1. An industrial dishwasher , comprisinga detergent station for washing serviceware with a cleaning agent;a sanitising station for disinfecting the serviceware with a sterilising agent;a neutralisation station connected to at least one of the detergent station, and the sanitising station for deactivating at least one of the cleaning agent and the sterilising agent; andat least one conveyor chain connected to at least one of the detergent station, and the sanitising station for carrying the serviceware to the other of the detergent station and the sanitising station.2. The industrial dishwasher of claim 1 , whereinthe at least one conveyor chain is further connected to the neutralisation station for rinsing the serviceware at the neutralisation station.3. The industrial dishwasher of claim 1 ,wherein the at least conveyor chain comprises an endless belt for moving the serviceware from the detergent station to the sanitising station or vice versa.4. The industrial dishwasher of further comprisingan electrolyzer for at least one of: supplying the cleaning agent to the detergent station, the sterilising agent to the sanitising station, and both the cleaning agent to the detergent station and the sterilising agent to the sanitising station.5. The industrial dishwasher of claim 4 , whereinthe electrolyzer is configured to produce at least one of alkali electrolysis water as the cleaning agent and acid electrolysis water as the sterilising ...

DISHWASHER WITH SPRAYER

A dishwasher includes a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber and a sprayer for spraying liquid to the treating chamber. The sprayer may include a liquid passage and at least one outlet extending from an interior to an exterior of the sprayer and in fluid communication with the liquid passage. A membrane may have at least one opening and may be in fluid communication with the liquid passage to control the flow of liquid through the at least one outlet. 1. A dishwasher for treating utensils according to an automatic cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber for receiving utensils for treatment according to the automatic cycle of operation;a rotatable sprayer for spraying liquid into the treating chamber and having a body with an exterior and an inner surface defining an interior wherein the interior forms at least a portion of a liquid passage and at least one outlet that extends from the interior to the exterior;a slidable valve body located within the interior, adjacent the inner surface having the at least one outlet, the slidable valve body including a flexible membrane having at least one opening and a frame supportingly coupled to at least a portion of the flexible membrane and the flexible membrane conforms to a shape of the inner surface of the rotatable sprayer such that the flexible membrane is configured to sealingly abut the inner surface of the rotatable sprayer to form a liquid seal between the rotatable sprayer and the flexible membrane; anda driver system coupling the rotatable sprayer to the frame;wherein, during use, rotation of the rotatable sprayer acts as an input to the driver system, which in turn drives the flexible membrane relative to the rotatable sprayer such that the valve body is moved from a first position wherein the flexible membrane blocks a fluid coupling of the at least one outlet and the interior and a second position wherein at least one outlet is fluidly coupled with the ...

LIFTING DEVICE, METHOD FOR OPERATING A LIFTING DEVICE, AND DISH WASHING MACHINE

A lifting device for a dishwashing machine includes an electrical drive mechanism constructed to move a dishware receptacle of the dishwashing machine between a start position and an end position. A detection unit detects a current draw of the electrical drive mechanism over a travel distance of the dishware receptacle in the dishwashing machine, and an identification unit identifies a status of the lifting device on the basis of the current draw of the electrical drive mechanism detected over the travel distance. 115-. (canceled)16. A lifting device for a dishwashing machine , comprising:an electrical drive mechanism constructed to move a dishware receptacle of the dishwashing machine between a start position and an end position;a detection unit configured to detect a current draw of the electrical drive mechanism over a travel distance of the dishware receptacle in the dishwashing machine; andan identification unit configured to identify a status of the lifting device on the basis of the current draw of the electrical drive mechanism detected over the travel distance.17. The lifting device of claim 17 , constructed for a domestic dishwashing machine.18. The lifting device of claim 16 , wherein the identification unit is configured to identify on the basis of the current draw of the drive mechanism detected over the travel distance claim 16 , a position of the dishware receptacle in a washing container of the dishwashing machine claim 16 , a fault condition of the lifting device and/or a present weight of a load accommodated in the dishware receptacle.19. The lifting device of claim 16 , wherein the identification unit is configured to identify a fault condition of the lifting device on the basis of a derivative of the detected current draw with respect to the travel distance.20. The lifting device of claim 16 , wherein the identification unit is configured to identify the status of the lifting device on the basis of a comparison of the current draw detected over ...

WAREWASH MACHINE WITH REMOVABLE ROTATING ARM AND RELATED METHOD

A warewash machine arm mechanism includes a liquid supply shaft assembly including a rotatable sleeve bearing mounted thereon, and an arm assembly including an elongated interior liquid flow space along an arm body and one or more liquid ejection orifices. The arm assembly is releasably mounted to the supply shaft assembly via a latch mechanism of the arm assembly that engages the rotatable sleeve bearing such that the arm assembly rotates with the rotatable sleeve bearing during ejection of liquid from the liquid ejection orifices. 110-. (canceled)11. A warewash machine arm for ejecting liquid in a warewash machine , the arm comprising:an arm body formed to provide an elongated liquid space along an arm axis, the arm body including one or more liquid ejection orifices;a mount hub connected to the arm body, the mount hub including a mount opening and at least first and second actuators, each actuator having an interior end portion biased toward an axis of the mount opening and exterior end portion biased away from the axis, such that movement of the exterior end portion of the actuator toward the axis moves the interior end portion away from the axis.12. The arm of wherein at least one compression spring is compressed between portions of the first and second actuators to provide the biased arrangement.13. The arm of wherein the exterior end portions of the actuators are diametrically opposed to each other.14. A warewash machine including the arm of claim 11 , the machine further comprising a supply shaft assembly including a rotatable sleeve bearing claim 11 , the arm mounted to the rotatable sleeve bearing via the actuators engaging the rotatable sleeve bearing.15. The warewash machine of wherein the rotatable sleeve bearing is mounted about a hollow axle shaft having an end portion configured to prevent axial removal of the rotatable sleeve bearing.16. The warewash machine of wherein the supply shaft assembly extends downward from an upper portion of the warewash ...

WASH ARM ASSEMBLY

Provided herein is a wash arm assembly for a dishwasher, and a corresponding dishwasher including the same. The wash arm assembly may include a wash arm, comprising a tubular connection portion and at least one nozzle, and a tubular receiving portion for receiving the tubular connection portion. The tubular connection portion may be arranged to be inserted in the tubular receiving portion to create a seal between the tubular connection portion and the tubular receiving portion. The seal may allow the wash arm to rotate, and the tubular receiving portion and the tubular connection portion may be arranged to allow a washing liquid of the dishwasher to travel in a first direction to the wash arm. 1. A wash arm assembly for a dishwasher , the wash arm assembly comprising:a wash arm comprising a tubular connection portion and at least one nozzle;a tubular receiving portion for receiving the tubular connection portion;wherein the tubular connection portion is arranged to be inserted in the tubular receiving portion to create a seal between the tubular connection portion and the tubular receiving portion, wherein the seal allows the wash arm to rotate, and wherein the tubular receiving portion and the tubular connection portion are arranged to allow a washing liquid of the dishwasher to travel in a first direction to the wash arm;wherein the tubular receiving portion defines a lip configured to overlap a portion of the tubular connection portion; at least a portion of the lip being disposed radially inward of the portion of the tubular connection portion;wherein the tubular connection portion defines a first sealing surface and a second sealing surface;wherein the lip defines a third sealing surface oriented at least partially in a second direction opposite the first direction, and wherein the tubular receiving portion defines a fourth sealing surface oriented in the first direction;wherein the first sealing surface is aligned to the third sealing surface and the second ...

GLASS CLEANING DEVICE AND METHOD

A glass cleaning device. Aspects of the device include a flexible and/or elastic cage capable of holding a glass in place and a rotary element within the cage. The cage preferably includes spring(s) and leg(s) connected to the spring(s). The spring(s) may be a circular spring. The leg(s) preferably are made of flexible and/or elastic material. The cage preferably includes connector(s) for the spring(s) to the leg(s) that permit the spring(s) to move through them. A flexible and/or elastic restraining band around at least a portion of the cage may also be included. In some aspects, the rotary element within the cage is a brush, which may be covered with a linen when used. Also, associated methods. 1. A glass cleaning device comprising:a flexible and/or elastic cage capable of holding a glass in place; anda rotary element within the cage.2. The glass cleaning device as in claim 1 , wherein the cage further comprises:one or more springs at one end of the device; andone or more legs connected to the one or more springs.3. The glass cleaning device as in claim 2 , wherein the one or more springs comprise a circular spring.4. The glass cleaning device as in claim 2 , wherein the one or more legs comprise flexible and/or elastic material.5. The glass cleaning device as in claim 4 , wherein the flexible and/or elastic material comprises metal claim 4 , rubber claim 4 , or plastic.6. The glass cleaning device as in claim 2 , wherein the cage further comprises one or more connectors for the one or more springs to the one or more legs claim 2 , and wherein the connectors permit the one or more springs to move through the one or more connectors.7. The glass cleaning device as in claim 1 , wherein the cage further comprises a flexible and/or elastic restraining band around at least a portion of the cage.8. The glass cleaning device as in claim 1 , wherein the rotary element comprises a brush.9. The glass cleaning device as in claim 1 , further comprising a motor or a connector ...

WASH ARM ASSEMBLY AND DISHWASHER COMPRISING WASH ARM ASSEMBLY

A wash arm assembly may include: a wash arm having a circular opening with a center, an edge, and a mounting unit having a circular insertion portion and a supporting portion. The mounting unit may be inserted at least partly in the circular opening to mount the wash arm within the dishwasher and to allow rotation of the wash arm around a rotational axis. The insertion portion may be inserted at least partly in the circular opening to form a passage between the edge and the circular insertion portion when the mounting unit is inserted at least partly in the circular opening. The wash arm may include a protrusion, and the supporting portion and the wash arm may form a chamber delimited by the passage and the protrusion when the supporting portion supports the wash arm. A dishwasher including the wash arm assembly may also be provided. 1. A wash arm assembly for a dishwasher , comprising:a wash arm comprising a circular opening with a centre and with an edge; anda mounting unit comprising a circular insertion portion and a supporting portion extending radially from said circular insertion portion,wherein said mounting unit is arranged to be inserted at least partly in said circular opening to mount said wash arm within said dishwasher and to allow rotation of said wash arm around a rotational axis of said wash arm,wherein said circular insertion portion is arranged to be inserted at least partly in said circular opening to form a passage between said edge and said circular insertion portion when said mounting unit is inserted at least partly in said circular opening, andwherein said supporting portion is arranged to support said wash arm when said circular insertion portion is inserted at least partly in said circular opening,wherein said wash arm comprises a protrusion), protruding parallely to said rotational axis towards said supporting portion when supporting said wash arm and extending around said centre, andwherein said supporting portion and said wash arm are ...

DISHWASHER

Disclosed is a dishwasher capable of preventing distortion of a door. The dishwasher includes: a main body including a dish washing compartment having a dish entrance, and a door including an outer panel and an inner panel arranged with a space therebetween to open and close the dish entrance, the door including a panel-movement preventing member in the space between the outer panel and the inner panel to prevent relative movement between the outer panel and the inner panel. In the dishwasher according to the disclosure, the panel-movement preventing member is inserted in between the inner and outer panels of the door to prevent the relative movement between the inner and outer panels, thereby preventing the distortion into a diamond shape, strengthening a door structure, and preventing leakage due to the distortion. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a main body comprising a dish washing compartment with a dish entrance, and a door comprising an outer panel and an inner panel arranged with a space therebetween to open and close the dish entrance,the door comprising a panel-movement preventing member in the space between the outer panel and the inner panel to prevent relative movement between the outer panel and the inner panel.2. The dishwasher according to claim 1 , wherein the panel-movement preventing member is configured to be placed in a lower portion of the door.3. The dishwasher according to claim 1 , wherein the panel-movement preventing member is configured to be placed comprising a middle portion of the door.4. The dishwasher according to claim 1 , whereinthe inner panel comprises a recessed portion formed in a lower portion and recessed toward the outer panel, andthe panel-movement preventing member is configured to be placed inside a lower edge of the recessed portion.5. The dishwasher according to claim 1 , wherein the panel-movement preventing member comprises a panel holding block comprising an inner panel supporter supported on the inner panel claim 1 , and ...

User Interface for Dishwashing Cycle Optimization

A method of operating a dishwashing machine including determining user satisfaction with a dishwashing cycle, adjusting at least one operational parameter of the dishwashing cycle based on the user satisfaction, and incorporating the adjusted operational parameter into a subsequent dishwashing cycle. 1. A method of operating a dishwashing machine , the method comprising: soliciting user input regarding each of a plurality of different characteristics of dishwasher performance;', 'receiving individual user-input signals indicative of the user satisfaction for the plurality of different characteristics for the dishwashing cycle; and', 'identifying at least one unsatisfactory characteristic of dishwasher performance based on the user-input signals;, 'determining user satisfaction with a dishwashing cycle byadjusting at least one operational parameter of the dishwashing cycle based on the user satisfaction; andincorporating the at least one adjusted operational parameter into a subsequent dishwashing cycle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of different characteristics of dishwasher performance includes washing quality and drying quality.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of different characteristics of dishwasher performance includes noise generated during the dishwashing cycle.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of different characteristics of dishwasher performance includes dishwashing cycle duration.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein identifying the at least one unsatisfactory characteristic of dishwasher performance includes identifying a stage of the dishwashing cycle exhibiting unsatisfactory performance.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein identifying the at least one unsatisfactory characteristic of dishwasher performance includes identifying a location within the dishwashing machine exhibiting unsatisfactory performance.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein identifying the at least one unsatisfactory characteristic of ...

DISHWASHER

A dishwasher that includes: a tub configured to accommodate an object; a main arm that is configured to (i) rotate about a first axis inside the tub, (ii) guide first water of the incoming water through a first flow path and second water of the incoming water through a second flow path, and (iii) spray the first water to the object; an auxiliary arm that is configured to (i) rotate about a second axis inside the tub and (ii) spray the second water to the object; and an auxiliary arm connector that couples the main arm to the auxiliary arm and that is rotatable with the auxiliary arm, the auxiliary arm connector including: an auxiliary flow path guide that is configured to (i) guide the second water from the main arm to the auxiliary arm and (ii) control water pressure of the second water is disclosed. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a tub configured to accommodate an object;a main arm that is configured to (i) rotate about a first axis inside the tub, (ii) receive incoming water from a water source, (iii) guide first water of the incoming water through a first flow path and second water of the incoming water through a second flow path, and (iv) spray the first water to the object;an auxiliary arm that is coupled to the main arm and that is configured to (i) rotate about a second axis inside the tub and (ii) spray the second water to the object; and 'an auxiliary flow path guide that is configured to (i) guide the second water from the main arm to the auxiliary arm and (ii) control water pressure of the second water.', 'an auxiliary arm connector that couples the main arm to the auxiliary arm and that is rotatable with the auxiliary arm, the auxiliary arm connector including2. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the auxiliary flow path guide is configured to change a water flow direction of the second water.3. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the auxiliary arm connector includes:a flow path formation rib that is coupled to an inner surface of the auxiliary flow path ...

DISHWASHER APPLIANCE EQUIPPED WITH LEAK DETECTION FEATURES

A dishwasher appliance equipped with leak detection features and a method of detecting leak conditions during an operation cycle of a dishwasher are provided. In one aspect, the dishwasher appliance includes a tub having a sump. A pressure sensor is mounted to the sump and is configured to monitor the sump pressure during an operation cycle. If the sump pressure falls below a pressure threshold during a circulation cycle, corrective action can be taken. For instance, a circulation pump circulating wash fluid through the tub can deactivated and a static pressure reading can be taken by the pressure sensor. The static pressure reading can be compared to a static pressure reading taken prior to the circulation cycle. In response to whether the static pressure is within a predetermined range of the static pressure reading taken prior to the circulation cycle, the circulation cycle can be recommenced or aborted. 1. A method of detecting a leak condition for a dishwasher appliance , the method comprising:filling a wash fluid into a tub of the dishwasher appliance;receiving data indicative of a first pressure of the wash fluid disposed within the tub;activating, after receiving the data indicative of the first pressure of the wash fluid disposed within the tub, a circulation pump to circulate the wash fluid;iteratively receiving data indicative of a second pressure of the wash fluid disposed within the tub;determining whether the second pressure is less than a pressure threshold;deactivating the circulation pump if the second pressure is less than the pressure threshold;receiving, after a predetermined time of deactivating the circulation pump, data indicative of a third pressure of the wash fluid disposed within the tub;determining whether the third pressure is within a predetermined range of the first pressure; andgenerating, in response to whether the third pressure is within the predetermined range of the first pressure, a control action.2. The method of claim 1 , ...

RACK DETECTION SYSTEM FOR CHILD SAFETY AND A METHOD OF CONTROLLING A DISHWASHER

A rack detection system for a dishwasher, including: a docking system including a plug disposed on a rack, such as a lower rack, and configured to dock with a docking hole of a water supply tube on condition that the lower rack is in an operational position within the dishwasher; and a controller configured to sense a load on the pump motor of a pump for pumping water to the water supply tube and determine if the load on the pump motor is within predetermined operating limits. On condition that the lower rack is removed from the operational position within the dishwasher and the plug is not docked with the water supply tube such that water flows out of the docking hole, the controller is configured to sense that the load on the pump motor is outside the predetermined operating limits and shuts down the dishwasher. 1. A rack detection system for a dishwasher , the dishwasher comprising a water supply tube having at least one docking hole; a pump for pumping water to the water supply tube , the pump being driven by a pump motor; and a rack configured for movement out of and into the dishwasher , the rack detection system comprising:a docking system comprising at least one plug disposed on the rack and configured to dock with the at least one docking hole of the water supply tube on condition that the rack is in an operational position within the dishwasher; anda controller configured to sense a load on the pump motor of the pump for pumping water to the water supply tube and determine if the load on the pump motor is within predetermined operating limits,wherein, on condition that the rack is removed from the operational position within the dishwasher and the at least one plug is not docked with the water supply tube such that water flows out of the at least one docking hole, the controller is configured to sense that the load on the pump motor is outside of the predetermined operating limits and shuts down the dishwasher.2. The rack detection system of claim 1 , ...

DISHWASHER

A dishwasher has a treating chamber with four corners and a rotatable sprayer located within the treating chamber, where the sprayer includes two conduit segments which rotate about two different axes and a spray head which rotates about yet another axis. The combined rotation of the conduit segments moves the spray head in a non-circular path around the treating chamber. 1. A dishwasher for treating dishes according to an automatic cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber with four corners and a sidewall;a recirculation system fluidly coupling at least two portions of the tub; and a first conduit segment rotationally mounted relative to the tub for rotation about a first axis;', 'a second conduit segment rotationally mounted to the first conduit segment at a location radially spaced from the first axis for rotation about a second axis;', 'a spray head rotationally mounted to the second conduit segment at a location radially spaced from the second axis for rotation about a third axis;', 'a drive link coupling the rotation of the spray head with the rotation of the first and second conduit segments; and', 'a driver coupled to and moving one of the spray head, the first conduit segment, and the second conduit segment, thereby simultaneously rotating the spray head, the first conduit segment, and the second conduit segment such that the first conduit segment and second conduit segment are axially aligned and the sprayer has an extended length when the spray head is at one of the four corners and the second conduit segment overlaps the first conduit segment and the sprayer has a retracted length when the spray head is adjacent the sidewall of the treating chamber such that the spray head traverses a path having an outer boundary defining a squircle with four rounded corners corresponding to the four corners of the treating chamber., 'a sprayer fluidly coupled to the recirculation system and located within the treating chamber, ...

DOCKING PORT ARRANGEMENT FOR AN ADJUSTABLE DISPENSING DEVICE

A method and apparatus of a docking port arrangement for an adjustable dispensing device. The dispensing device may discharge a fluid and/or gas into the wash chamber. The dispensing device may be retracted into the wash chamber and extended out of the wash chamber. A gasket or portions thereof may be used for sealing and/or as an abutting structure during retraction into the wash chamber. The dispensing device may be, but is not limited to, a rotating spray arm. Two check valves may pivot together relative to a check valve plate. 1. An adjustable spray arm assembly comprising:a conduit having an upstream end and a downstream end, wherein the upstream end defines an opening;a dispensing device adjacent to and in fluid communication with the downstream end of the conduit;a check valve plate positioned at the opening of the upstream end of the conduit, wherein the check valve plate includes an upper aperture, a lower aperture, and two or more check valves operable between a closed position and an open position with the upper aperture and the lower aperture;a gasket having an upper aperture aligned with the upper aperture of the check valve plate and a lower aperture aligned with the lower aperture of the check valve plate, wherein the gasket includes one or more abutment members for an abutting engagement with an upstream docking station.2. The adjustable spray arm assembly of wherein the check valve plate includes an interior surface facing towards the opening of the upstream end and an opposing exterior surface claim 1 , wherein the gasket extends along the interior surface claim 1 , through at least one of the upper aperture and the lower aperture of the check valve plate claim 1 , and the exterior surface.3. The adjustable spray arm assembly of wherein the gasket extending along the exterior surface includes the one or more abutment members.4. The adjustable spray arm assembly of wherein the two or more check valves include an upper check valve and a lower check ...

Method for operating a dishwasher and dishwasher

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Vortex Generator of Dishwasher

본 발명은 식기세척기의 와류생성장치에 관한 것으로서, 더욱 상세하게는, 고압수를 분사하면서 발생된 압력에 의해 와류를 형성하여 유입된 식기에 붙은 이물질을 제거할 수 있는 식기세척기의 와류생성장치에 관한 것이다. The present invention relates to a vortex generating device for a dishwasher, and more particularly, to a vortex generating device for a dishwasher capable of removing foreign substances adhering to the introduced dishes by forming a vortex by the pressure generated while spraying high-pressure water. it's about

Fluidsystem, insbesondere zum einsatz in einer reinigungsvorrichtung

Es wird ein Fluidsystem (110) zur Führung eines Fluids, ein Düsensystem (141) umfassend besagtes Fluidsystem (110) und eine Reinigungsvorrichtung (148) zur Reinigung von Reinigungsgut (150) vorgeschlagen. Weiterhin werden ein Verfahren zum Betreiben eines Fluidsystems (110) und ein Verfahren zur Reinigung von Reinigungsgut (150) vorgeschlagen. Das Fluidsystem (110) umfasst mindestens ein sich bezüglich einer Längserstreckungsachse (112) axial erstreckendes Fluid-führendes Lagerteil (114) sowie mindestens ein drehbar um die Längserstreckungsachse (112) auf dem Lagerteil (114) gelagertes Fluid-führendes Drehteil (116). Das Lagerteil (114) und das Drehteil (116) sind über mindestens eine Fluidverbindung (118) fluidisch miteinander verbunden. Zwischen dem Lagerteil (114) und dem Drehteil (116) ist mindestens ein axial verschiebbar gelagertes Dichtelement (122) angeordnet. Das Dichtelement (122) umgibt das Lagerteil (114) ringförmig. Das Dichtelement (122) ist zwischen der Fluidverbindung (118) und mindestens einer dem Dichtelement (122) zugeordneten Lagerfläche (119) angeordnet. Das Dichtelement (122) weist mindestens eine von dem Fluid beaufschlagbare, der Fluidverbindung (118) zuweisende hydraulische Innenfläche (124) auf. Mittels einer Druckbeaufschlagung der hydraulischen Innenfläche (124) ist eine hydraulische Kraft auf das Dichtelement in Richtung der dem Dichtelement zugeordneten Lagerfläche ausübbar. Das Dichtelement (122) ist mehrteilig ausgestaltet und weist mindestens einen das Lagerteil (114) umschließenden, axial verschiebbar gelagerten Schiebering (126) und mindestens ein weiteres Dichtelement (128) auf. Das weitere Dichtelement (128) dichtet den Schiebering (126) gegen mindestens ein anderes Bauteil des Fluidssystems (110) ab.

洗碗机喷射臂组件

一种喷射组件可以包括供水导管、主喷射臂和附属喷射臂。该主喷射臂可以可旋转地联接至该供水导管以绕第一轴线旋转，并且附属喷射臂可以可旋转地联接至该主喷射臂以绕第二轴线旋转。该附属可以限定至少一个喷嘴和从该第二轴线延伸至该至少一个喷嘴的至少一个流体通道。该附属喷射臂的该至少一个流体通道可以限定弧形形状，该弧形形状具有：靠近该第二轴线、设置在平行于该第二轴线在相对于该基部的第一距离处的部分，以及设置在平行于该第二轴线在相对于该基部的第二距离处的该至少一个喷嘴。该第二距离可以比该第一距离短。

Device in a dish-washing machine intended for creating a washing area with more intensive washing

FIELD: personal use and household items. SUBSTANCE: present invention relates to a device inside dishwasher (10) designed to create a washing zone with more intensive washing in washing chamber (11), device consists of: sprinkler (8) rotatable about axis A; water pump (19) designed to supply water to sprinkler (8); control unit (25) configured to control the operation of water pump (19); at least one additional nozzle (30) is placed on sprinkler (8), additional nozzle (30) designed to open when the pressure of the water supplied from water pump (19) to sprinkler (8) exceeds a predetermined level. Invention also relates to a dishwasher comprising said device. EFFECT: creation of a washing zone with more intensive washing in a washing chamber. 26 cl, 4 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 643 608 C2 (51) МПК A47L 15/23 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A47L 15/23 (2006.01) (21)(22) Заявка: 2016121026, 20.12.2013 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): ЭЛЕКТРОЛЮКС АППЛАЙНСИЗ АКТИЕБОЛАГ (SE) Дата регистрации: 02.02.2018 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: US 6263888 B1, 24.07.2001. US (43) Дата публикации заявки: 28.11.2017 Бюл. № 34 6239416 B1, 29.05.2001. US 2009/178698 A1, 16.07.2009. (45) Опубликовано: 02.02.2018 Бюл. № 4 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 27.05.2016 (86) Заявка PCT: 2 6 4 3 6 0 8 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 20.12.2013 R U 20.12.2013 (72) Автор(ы): ДРЕОССИ Джузеппе (SE), ВАЛБЕРГ Магнус (SE) 2 6 4 3 6 0 8 R U (87) Публикация заявки PCT: C 2 C 2 EP 2013/077768 (20.12.2013) WO 2015/090460 (25.06.2015) Адрес для переписки: 109012, Москва, ул. Ильинка, 5/2, ООО "Союзпатент" (54) УСТРОЙСТВО В ПОСУДОМОЕЧНОЙ МАШИНЕ, ПРЕДНАЗНАЧЕННОЕ ДЛЯ СОЗДАНИЯ ЗОНЫ МЫТЬЯ С БОЛЕЕ ИНТЕНСИВНЫМ МЫТЬЕМ (57) Реферат: Настоящее изобретение относится к работой водяного насоса (19); при этом на устройству в ...

Method and an installation for finishing and hardening processing of parts

FIELD: surface treatment.SUBSTANCE: group of inventions relates to surface treatment of parts by surface plastic deformation in containers and can be used for finishing and hardening treatment of parts of any shape. The installation for finishing and hardening processing of parts contains a base on which stands are installed with a vibration platform installed on them with a table and amplifiers and a settling tank. The container is fixed to the vibrating platform table by means of fasteners in the form of a square beam with holes. The container is rigidly fixed to the beam. Studs are inserted into the holes with clamps fixed from below, located between the amplifiers of the vibration platform. In the bearing assemblies fixed on the walls of the container, there is a shaft for fastening the tooling, which consists of rocker arms and spacers and is designed to install the workpieces to be processed. A swing mechanism with an overrunning clutch is installed on the shaft. The settling tank consists of several compartments, each of which is divided by partitions of different heights. A pump, a valve and branch pipes are installed on the settling tank. The container is equipped with branch pipes for supplying and draining the working fluid. Method for processing parts using the specified installation is presented.EFFECT: ensured is efficient and even machining of parts.9 cl, 5 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 748 450 C1 (51) МПК B24B 31/06 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК B24B 31/06 (2020.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2020125897, 04.08.2020 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 04.08.2020 (45) Опубликовано: 25.05.2021 Бюл. № 15 2 7 4 8 4 5 0 R U (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: SU 1555371 A1, 07.04.1990. SU 1812069 A1, 30.04.1993. RU 180976 U1, 02.07.2018. US 3611638 A1, 12.10.1971. (54) СПОСОБ И ...

Dishwasher spray nozzle