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01-03-2012 дата публикации

Appliance device with motors responsive to single-phase alternating current input

Номер: US20120048314A1
Автор: Craig Robert Vitan, Derek Lee Watkins, Ronald Scott Tarr
Принадлежит: Individual

An appliance for washing objects in which is employed a pump system for varying the spray velocity of washing fluid dispensed from spray jets affixed at an angle relative to a spray arm. In one embodiment, the pump system includes a pump having a pump motor such as a synchronous motor responsive to a variable frequency, single-phase alternating current input. The pump system also includes a pump motor control circuit configured to vary the frequency and voltage of the input, which in one example effectuates changes in the rotational speed of the pump motor in accordance with one or more operational cycles. The pump motor control circuit incorporates in one example a rectifier and an inverter that permits operation of the appliance when coupled to supply mains.

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Номер записи: 1
24-05-2012 дата публикации

Washer Such As A Dishwasher Or A Washing Machine And Method For Operating A Washer

Номер: US20120124757A1
Автор: Niklas Olson, Per-Erik Pers, Sarah Förster
Принадлежит: Electrolux Home Products Corp NV

The invention relates to methods for operating a washer, and in preferred embodiments to a washer having a water tank that is integrally, preferably detachably, formed with the washer, wherein the washer comprises a washing chamber for accommodating goods to be cleaned, said washing chamber having in its lower portion a sump for collecting water during operation of the washer, a water inlet, a circulating pump for circulating water through the washing chamber, and a control unit for controlling a washing cycle carried out by the washer. In accordance with the invention, in this method water is fed via the water inlet into the sump; the pressure within an inlet or outlet conduit of the circulating pump is measured; and based on the pressure measurement the washing cycle is controlled and/or indicator signals are issued to a user of the washer.

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Номер записи: 2
14-06-2012 дата публикации

Dishwasher comprising a reservoir and associated preheating method

Номер: US20120145194A1
Автор: Franz-Josef Wagner, Helmut Jerg, Michael Georg Rosenbauer
Принадлежит: BSH BOSCH UND SIEMENS HAUSGERAETE GMBH

A dishwasher includes a reservoir for storing washing fluid, and a control device configured for calling up at least one dishwashing program for controlling a washing cycle for washing items to be washed in a washing chamber and at least one preheating program for controlling a preheating cycle for preheating washing fluid for a washing cycle separately from each other. The preheating cycle includes a heating phase during which washing fluid is circulated and the circulated washing fluid is heated. The preheating cycle has downstream of the heating phase a pumping phase during which previously circulated and heated washing fluid is pumped into the reservoir.

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Номер записи: 3
26-07-2012 дата публикации

Dampened pump assembly for a dishwasher

Номер: US20120186611A1
Автор: Aaron P. Bennett
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A dishwasher incorporates a dampened pump assembly including a housing having a base to which is mounted a pump and motor unit configured to develop a flow of washing fluid during operation of the dishwasher. A mass damper is mounted to the housing, with the mass damper substantially conforming to the shape, directly abutting and being rigidly fixed to a portion of the housing at a position offset from the pump and motor unit. The mass damper provides added weight, generally in the order of 1-6 lbs, to the pump assembly which reduces vibrations throughout the dishwasher caused by operation of the pump and motor unit.

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Номер записи: 4
25-10-2012 дата публикации

Water diverter valve and related dishwasher

Номер: US20120266924A1
Автор: James Lee Armstrong, Joel Charles Boyer, Satish Kumar Raju Buddharaju
Принадлежит: General Electric Co

A gravity and flow operated diverter valve diverts liquid flow from one source to either of two output destinations. The valve includes a housing, an inlet opening, a first outlet opening and a second outlet opening. A valve member is located coaxially in the housing interior, the valve member having at least one flow path extending axially therethough, an exterior edge of the valve member and an interior surface of the side wall having a cooperating cam follower structure defining a cyclic path, the path having at least two no flow positions in which the valve member is spaced from the upper wall, and at least two flow positions in which the flow path in the disc selectively allows communication with one or both of the first and second outlet openings, the cyclic path arranged so that on successive liquid flows into the inlet opening the valve member cycles between the at least two flow positions to selectively direct flow out of one or both of the first and second outlet openings. Related dishwasher designs are also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 5
22-11-2012 дата публикации

Dishwasher with filter assembly

Номер: US20120291822A1
Автор: Barry E. Tuller, Rodney M. Welch
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A dishwasher with a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber, a liquid spraying system, a liquid recirculation system defining a recirculation flow path, and a liquid filtering system. The liquid filtering system includes a filter disposed in the recirculation flow path to filter the liquid.

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Номер записи: 6
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Fluid pump volute diversion system, solids collection system and related methods for a washing machine

Номер: US20120305034A1
Автор: David Robert GAST, John W. Cantrell, Joshua H. HUISENGA, Mark Churchill, Michael P. Licata
Принадлежит: Individual

A fluid pump volute offshoot system for debris diversion and collection, a solids collection system, and related methods, for a pot and pan, or other, similar, washing machine is provided.

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Номер записи: 7
20-12-2012 дата публикации

Water switch

Номер: US20120318389A1
Автор: Adalbert Kasper, Klaus-Peter Holstein
Принадлежит: Etimex Technical Components GmbH

A water switch of a water-bearing appliance, in particular a domestic appliance, including at least one water supply path, several water discharge paths and an adjustable water distribution element, the water distribution element having at least one passage opening and being rotatable around an axis from a first angular position to a second angular position, in the first angular position the at least one passage opening connecting the at least one water supply path to a first water discharge path, and in the second angular position the at least one passage opening connecting the at least one water supply path to a second water discharge path, is characterized in that a guiding mechanism is provided for guiding an axial movement along the axis of the water distribution element when the water distribution element rotates from the first angular position to the second angular position.

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Номер записи: 8
07-03-2013 дата публикации

Dish washer

Номер: US20130056040A1
Автор: Jaechul Lee, Jungyoup Han, Yongjin Choi
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

Provided is a dish washer. The dish washer includes a tub configured to accommodate dishes, a sump configured to supply water to the tub, and a water supply device configured to supply water received from an outer source to the sump or the tub. The water supply device includes a body and a plurality of discharge parts. The body includes a water supply passage along which water supplied from an outer source flows and a water chamber in which water supplied through the water supply passage is stored. Water is discharged from the water supply passage to the water chamber through the discharge parts.

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Номер записи: 9
24-10-2013 дата публикации

Dishwasher

Номер: US20130276841A1
Автор: Daegyu Kim, Joonho PYO, Shinwoo Han
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

The present disclosure relates to a dishwasher having a spray arm for spraying water to a lower rack and a tower nozzle for supplying water to an upper rack. The dishwasher may reduce (e.g., prevent) leakage of water from the tower nozzle, and may supply water to either the spray arm or to the tower nozzle through a rotating nozzle depending on a pressure of water.

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Номер записи: 10
05-12-2013 дата публикации

Dishwasher with unitary wash module

Номер: US20130319481A1
Автор: Rodney M. Welch
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A dishwasher for treating dishes according to at least one automatic cycle of operation and having a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber and defining an access opening, a sprayer providing a spray of liquid into the treating chamber, a liquid recirculation system defining a recirculation flow path for recirculating the sprayed liquid from the treating chamber to the sprayer and a drive system operable to control at least a position of the liquid diverter.

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Номер записи: 11
05-12-2013 дата публикации

HEATING AIR FOR DRYING DISHES IN A DISHWASHER USING AN IN-LINE WASH LIQUID HEATER

Номер: US20130319482A1
Автор: VALLEJO NORIEGA ALVARO, WELCH RODNEY M.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A dishwasher has a liquid supply system with a first conduit portion through which the liquid passes, and an air supply system with a second conduit portion through which the air passes. The first conduit portion at least partially forms the second conduit portion to define a thermal transfer interface. A heating system includes a heating element provided on the thermal transfer interface. Activation of the heating element provides heat to both the liquid supply system and the air supply system. 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;a liquid supply system fluidly coupled to the treating chamber and selectively supplying liquid to the treating chamber, and including a first conduit portion through which the liquid passes as it is supplied to the treating chamber;an air supply system fluidly coupled to the treating chamber and selectively supplying air to the treating chamber, and including a second conduit portion through which the air passes, with the first conduit portion at least partially forming the second conduit portion to define a thermal transfer interface between the liquid supply system and the air supply system; anda heating system comprising a heating element provided on the thermal transfer interface and fins extending from the heating element;wherein activation of the heating element provides heat to both of the liquid supply system and the air supply system.2. The dishwasher of wherein the fins extend into the second conduit portion such that air flowing through the air supply system passes over the fins whereby the heat in the fins is transferred to the passing air.3. The dishwasher of wherein at least some of the fins are oriented in a first direction aligned with the direction of the flowing air.4. The dishwasher of wherein at least some of the fins are oriented in a first direction non-aligned with the ...

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Номер записи: 12
02-01-2014 дата публикации

WASHING APPARATUS AND DRAIN PUMP

Номер: US20140000664A1
Автор: BADAFEM Awade, Li Min, Walkden Thomas George
Принадлежит:

A pump () includes a pump casing () having a pump chamber (), an impeller () received in the pump chamber (), an electric motor () for driving the impeller (), a detector () being configured for detecting a load on the pump (), and a speed regulator () coupled to the detector. The speed regulator () is configured for decreasing the speed of the motor () to a speed greater than zero in response to the detector () detecting an unload condition of the drain pump (). 1. A washing apparatus , comprising:a washing chamber;a water supply path for supplying fresh water to the washing chamber;a drain path for discharging waste water in the washing chamber to the outside; and a pump casing having a pump chamber, an inlet and an outlet which are in fluid communication with the pump chamber;', 'an impeller received in the pump chamber; and', a rotor comprising a shaft coupled to the impeller, a rotor core fixed on the shaft, a commutator fixed on the shaft adjacent the rotor core, and rotor windings wound on the rotor core and electrically connected to the commutator; and', 'a stator comprising a magnetically conductive housing, at least one permanent magnet fixed to the housing, at least one pair of brushes making slide contact with the commutator, and at least two terminals for coupling an external direct current power supply to the brushes., 'a brush direct current motor comprising], 'a drain pump for removing the waste water via the drain path, the drain pump comprising2. The washing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein further comprises:a detector being configured for detecting a load on the drain pump; anda speed regulator coupled to the detector and being configured for decreasing the speed of the motor to a speed greater than zero in response to the detector detecting an unload condition of the drain pump.3. The washing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the impeller comprises a base plate and a plurality of curved vanes disposed on the base plate.4. The washing apparatus of ...

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Номер записи: 13
30-01-2014 дата публикации

Rapid heat system for a multi-tub dishwasher

Номер: US20140026929A1
Автор: Kristen K. Hedstrom, Mark E. Palm, Rodney M. Welch
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A dishwasher includes a first washing chamber and a second washing chamber capable of performing a washing operation separately and/or concurrently. Each washing chamber includes a wash pump, a drain pump and a heating unit that are operatively connected to a controller. When initiating a washing fluid in one washing chamber, the controller determines if the other washing chamber is active. If the other washing chamber is active, the heating unit for the one washing chamber is operated at a low power level. However, if the other washing chamber is inactive, the one washing chamber is operated at a high power level to rapidly heat the washing fluid and thus shorten the duration of the washing operation.

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Номер записи: 14
13-02-2014 дата публикации

DISHMACHINE

Номер: US20140041695A1
Автор: Ellingson Jeffrey Paul, Nelson Wesley Mark
Принадлежит: ECOLAB USA INC.

The present disclosure relates to a dishmachine that includes one or more features directed to water, energy or material savings. The disclosed dishmachines are still capable of meeting the soil demands of the articles to be cleaned. 1. A dishmachine comprising:a. a wash chamber comprising a least one wash arm and at least one spray nozzle on the wash arm;b. an outlet in the wash chamber through which water vapor can flow;c. a heat exchanger in fluid communication with the outlet comprising at least one heat exchanger coil, an exhaust port, and a drain, wherein the drain is in fluid communication with the wash chamber; andd. a source of freshwater in fluid communication with the interior of the heat exchanger coil, wherein the heat inside the heat exchanger coil is capable of heating the freshwater by at least 30° F.2. The dishmachine of claim 1 , the heat exchanger further comprising a fan.3. The dishmachine of claim 1 , wherein the exhaust port is in fluid communication with the wash chamber.4. The dishmachine of claim 1 , wherein the exhaust port is in fluid communication with the air outside of the wash chamber.5. The dishmachine of claim 1 , wherein the heat exchanger also collects the air outside of the wash chamber.6. The dishmachine of claim 1 , further comprising a booster heater.7. A dishmachine comprising:a. a wash chamber comprising a least one wash arm and at least one spray nozzle on the wash arm;b. an outlet in the wash chamber through which water vapor can flow;c. a heat exchanger in fluid communication with the outlet comprising at least one heat exchanger coil, an exhaust port, and a drain, wherein the drain is in fluid communication with the wash chamber; andd. a refrigerant-boosted condenser in fluid communication with the heat exchanger comprising at least one condenser coil; ande. a source of freshwater in fluid communication with the refrigerant-booster condenser, wherein the heat from the refrigerant-boosted condenser is capable of heating ...

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Номер записи: 15
03-04-2014 дата публикации

DISHWASHER

Номер: US20140090675A1
Автор: Carlson Christopher J., Gurubatham Vincent P., Landsiedel Jay C., Thies Edward L., VANDERROEST CHAD T.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A dishwasher having a tub defining a wash chamber, and upper and lower dish racks located within the wash chamber. The dishwasher also has upper and lower rotating sprayers beneath the upper and lower dish racks, and a manifold with at least one nozzle having at least one aperture located in the wash chamber. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a tub at least partially defining a wash chamber and having an open face providing access to the wash chamber and a sump;a door selectively closing the open face;a lower dish rack located within the wash chamber;an upper dish rack located within the wash chamber above the lower dish rack;a lower rotating sprayer located within the wash chamber beneath the lower dish rack;an upper rotating sprayer located within the wash chamber beneath the upper dish rack;a supply tube fluidly coupled to the sump and extending to the upper rotating sprayer; anda manifold extending laterally from the supply tube and having at least one nozzle with at least one aperture.2. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the lower and upper rotating sprayers comprise rotating spray arms.3. The dishwasher of and further comprising an additional sprayer located within the wash chamber above the upper dish rack.4. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the manifold is located adjacent to at least one of the lower dish rack and the upper dish rack.5. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the manifold is located along a wall of the tub between the lower dish rack and the upper dish rack.6. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the manifold is fixedly mounted within the wash chamber.7. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the tub comprises at least one side wall connected to a rear wall claim 1 , and the manifold extends along at least one of the rear wall and the at least one side wall.8. The dishwasher of claim 7 , wherein the manifold extends along both of the rear wall and the at least one side wall.9. The dishwasher of claim 7 , wherein the manifold has multiple nozzles ...

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Номер записи: 16
03-01-2019 дата публикации

HEATING ASSEMBLY FOR A WASHING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20190000296A1
Автор: Boyer Joel Charles
Принадлежит:

A dishwashing appliance includes a tub, a fluid circulation system, and a heating assembly positioned outside of the tub. The heating assembly includes a housing and a tubular heating element disposed within the housing. The tubular heating element includes an inner surface and an outer surface. The inner surface of the tubular heating element defines a first passage in fluid communication with the fluid circulation system. The outer surface of the tubular heating element is spaced apart from an inner surface of the housing such that a second passage is defined between the outer surface of the tubular heating element and the inner surface of the housing. The second passage is in fluid communication with the tub. A resistive heating material is disposed on the outer surface of the tubular heating element. The resistive heating material is configured to provide thermal energy to the first passage and the second passage. 1. A dishwashing appliance , comprising:a tub defining a wash chamber;at least one spray-arm assembly positioned within the wash chamber;a fluid circulation system configured to deliver fluid to the at least one spray-arm assembly; a housing; and', 'a tubular heating element disposed within the housing, the tubular heating element comprising an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface of the tubular heating element defining a first passage in fluid communication with the fluid circulation system, the outer surface of the tubular heating element spaced apart from an inner surface of the housing such that a second passage is defined between the outer surface of the tubular heating element and the inner surface of the housing, the second passage in fluid communication with the tub, a resistive heating material disposed on the outer surface of the tubular heating element, wherein the resistive heating material is configured to provide thermal energy to the first passage and the second passage., 'a heating assembly positioned outside of the tub ...

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Номер записи: 17
03-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD OF CONTROLLING DISHWASHER

Номер: US20190000297A1
Автор: Cho Taehwan
Принадлежит:

A method of controlling a dishwasher is disclosed. The method includes supplying water to a sump, driving a wash pump using a wash motor, introducing a detergent into a tub, and determining whether the amount of bubbles is excessive based on the value of current applied to the wash motor. The determining whether the amount of bubbles is excessive is performed after a lapse of a predetermined period of time since the start of the introducing the detergent into the tub. 1. A method of controlling a dishwasher , the method comprising:supplying water to a sump of the dishwasher;driving a wash pump of the dishwasher based on operation of a wash motor of the dishwasher;introducing detergent into a tub of the dishwasher; anddetermining whether an amount of bubbles in the tub corresponds to an excessive level based on a value of current applied to the wash motor,wherein determining whether the amount of bubbles in the tub corresponds to the excessive level comprises determining whether the amount of bubbles in the tub corresponds to the excessive level based on a lapse of a predetermined time from a start of introduction of detergent to the tub.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising controlling a passage-switching unit to supply wash water discharged from the wash pump to a top nozzle of the dishwasher before determining whether the amount of bubbles in the tub corresponds to the excessive level.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein determining whether the amount of bubbles in the tub corresponds to the excessive level includes:sensing a value of current applied to the wash motor;comparing the sensed value of current to a first predetermined current value; andbased on the comparison of the sensed value of current to the first predetermined current value, determining whether the amount of bubbles in the tub corresponds to the excessive level.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein comparing the sensed value of current to the first predetermined ...

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Номер записи: 18
07-01-2016 дата публикации

PUMP AND DISHWASHER PROVIDED WITH PUMP

Номер: US20160000296A1
Автор: CHUNG Moonkee, LEE Haewoong, YOON Sangheon
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

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 ...

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Номер записи: 19
07-01-2021 дата публикации

DISH WASHER

Номер: US20210000323A1
Автор: AHN Sangsoo, Choi Yongjin, HAN Shinwoo, JUNG Kyuchang, KIM Pilsu, KWON Soonyong
Принадлежит:

A dish washer includes: a tub defining a washing space, a spray module disposed inside the tub and configured to spray water to the washing space, a sump configured to store water, a washing pump configured to supply the water stored in the sump to the spray module, and an air jet generator disposed below a bottom surface of the tub and configured to receive a portion of the water discharged from the washing pump to generate air bubbles in the water and discharge the water having air bubbles to the washing space. The air jet generator includes an air pulverizing pipe including a first pipe providing a cross-sectional area reducing in a water flowing direction, a second pipe providing a cross-sectional area increasing in the water flowing direction, and an air tab disposed at an upper portion of the second pipe. 1. A dish washer comprising:a tub defining a washing space;a spray module disposed inside the tub and configured to spray water to the washing space;a sump configured to store water;a washing pump configured to supply the water stored in the sump to the spray module; andan air jet generator disposed below a bottom surface of the tub and configured to (i) receive a portion of the water discharged from the washing pump to generate air bubbles in the water and (ii) discharge the water having air bubbles to the washing space, an air pulverizing pipe including a first pipe providing (i) an inlet at a lower side of the air pulverizing pipe, (ii) an opening in a water flowing direction, and (iii) a cross-sectional area reducing in the water flowing direction, and a second pipe disposed above the first pipe, the second pipe providing (i) an opening in the water flowing direction and (ii) a cross-sectional area increasing in the water flowing direction, and', 'an air tab disposed at an upper portion of the second pipe and vertically provided with a plurality of air holes,, 'wherein the air jet generator includeswherein an air inlet hole is provided around a peripheral ...

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Номер записи: 20
07-01-2021 дата публикации

DISH WASHER

Номер: US20210000324A1
Автор: AHN Sangsoo, Choi Yongjin, HAN Shinwoo, JUNG Kyuchang, KIM Pilsu, KWON Soonyong
Принадлежит:

A dish washer includes a tub defining a washing space, a base disposed below the tub and defining a space below the tub, a sump disposed in the space defined by the base and configured to store water, a washing pump disposed in the space defined by the base and configured to supply the water stored in the sump to the washing space, and an air jet generator having a venturi shape including an air inlet provided on one side, an inlet having a downward opening, and an outlet provided above a bottom surface of the tub. The air jet generator further includes a tub mounting portion fixing an upper portion of the air jet generator to the bottom surface of the tub and a base fixing portion disposed below the tub mounting portion, the base fixing portion coupling a lower portion of the air jet generator to the base. 1. A dish washer comprising:a tub defining a washing space;a base disposed below the tub and defining a space below the tub;a sump disposed in the space defined by the base and configured to store water;a washing pump disposed in the space defined by the base and configured to supply the water stored in the sump to the washing space; andan air jet generator having a venturi shape including (i) an air inlet provided on one side, (ii) an inlet having a downward opening, and (iii) an outlet provided above a bottom surface of the tub,wherein the air jet generator is configured to receive a portion of the water discharged from the washing pump and generate air bubbles in the water, andwherein the air jet generator includes (i) a tub mounting portion fixing an upper portion of the air jet generator to the bottom surface of the tub and (ii) a base fixing portion disposed below the tub mounting portion, the base fixing portion coupling a lower portion of the air jet generator to the base.2. The dish washer of claim 1 , wherein the base fixing portion includes a fixing rib which protrudes outward from a peripheral surface of the air jet generator claim 1 , extends ...

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Номер записи: 21
04-01-2018 дата публикации

DISHWASHER AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME

Номер: US20180000311A1
Автор: KIM Mi Ra, RYU Jung Chan, SHIN Woo-Jin
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Disclosed herein is a dishwasher including a main body provided with an open hole and a washing tub; a door configured to open or close the open hole; a door opening/closing member configured to open or close the open hole; an air curtain disposed in the main body, to operate a fan such that ambient air is sucked and the sucked air is discharged; a detector configured to detect information of the fan; and a controller configured to diagnose the failure of the fan based on the detected information of the fan, to control an operation of the door opening/closing member such that the door is opened at a predetermined open time and an open time of the door is delayed when the fan is a failure state, and to control an operation of the fan when the fan is a normal state during a drying operation. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a main body provided with in an open hole and a washing tub;a door configured to open or close the open hole of the main body;a door opening/closing member configured to open or close the open hole by the door;an air curtain disposed in the main body, and configured to operate a fan such that ambient air is sucked and the sucked air is discharged;a detector configured to detect information of the fan; anda controller configured to diagnose a failure of the fan based on the detected information of the fan, and control, when the fan is a normal state during a drying operation, an operation of the door opening/closing member such that the door is opened at a predetermined open time, and an operation of the fan, and when the fan is a failure state, an operation of the door opening/closing member such that an open time of the door is delayed.2. The dishwasher according to claim 1 , wherein the controller diagnoses the failure of the fan at a time point before the predetermined open time.3. The dishwasher according to claim 2 , wherein the time point before the predetermined open time includes one of a time point which is a start time of the drying operation ...

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Номер записи: 22
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Dishwasher for treating dishes

Номер: US20150000713A1
Автор: Alvaro Vallejo Noriega, Rodney M. Welch
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A dishwasher for treating dishes according to at least one cycle of operation including a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber for receiving the dishes, at least one sprayer, a liquid recirculation system, a liquid filtering system including a housing defining and a filter located within the interior and a heater configured to heat liquid that has passed through the inlet opening of the housing.

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Номер записи: 23
12-01-2017 дата публикации

Automatic freeze protection for dishwashers

Номер: US20170007093A1
Автор: Casale Tom
Принадлежит:

A system for protecting a dishwasher from freezing using components within a dishwasher. The system comprising: a control circuit, a heating element, a water pump, drain hose, hot water supply, water valve, door sensor to determine whether dishwasher door is closed and a temperature sensor. 1. A system for protecting a dishwasher from freezing comprising:a control circuit;a heating element;a water pump;drain hose;hot water supply;water valve;door sensor to determine whether dishwasher door is closed;temperature sensor;said sensor activates a freeze protection function of said control circuit once ambient temperature fails to be above freezing;said control circuit confirms said door is closed by said door sensor, and admits hot water from said hot water supply to said dishwasher for a period of time sufficient for heated water to travel from home's water heater to said dishwasher, so local environment of said dishwasher is heated to a certain temperature above freezing.2. The system of wherein said system uses components within a standard dishwasher to protect said dishwasher from freezing.3. The system of wherein said heating element also dries dishes after they have been cleaned and rinsed.4. The system of wherein said water pump ejects waste water to a home's sewer line.5. The system of wherein said hot water supply is from a home's domestic plumbing system.6. The system of wherein said temperature sensor is mounted at coolest expected location in or on said dishwasher.7. The system of wherein said freezing point is approximately 37 degrees F.8. The system of wherein said system has an activation period of approximately two (2) minutes to be sufficient.9. The system of wherein function of admitting hot water for freeze protection is accomplished by existing water valve/solenoid and controls used to operate an ordinary wash cycle.10. The system of wherein said system heats dishwasher's supply line sufficiently to prevent freezing of this part of said system.11. The ...

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Номер записи: 24
14-01-2016 дата публикации

PUMP ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160007823A1
Автор: HANGMANN Werner, WENSEL Markus
Принадлежит: HANNING ELEKTRO-WERKE GMBH & CO. KG

A pump assembly having a drive module with a stator, a rotor held on a shaft so as to be rotatable relative to the stator, and a housing that circumferentially encloses a portion of the stator. An impeller is held on the shaft, and a hydraulic unit has an intake port through which liquid can be delivered to the impeller. An adapter is connected to the drive module on one side and to the hydraulic unit on the other side. A can body extends between the rotor and the stator of the drive module and encloses the rotor on an end face facing away from the impeller. A can flange adjoins the can body on a side facing the impeller and projects radially outward from the can body. A tubular section circumferentially encloses the impeller at least in part and delimits a pump chamber containing the impeller. 1. A pump assembly for water-carrying cleaning appliances , the pump assembly comprising:a drive module with a stator, a rotor held on a shaft of the drive module so as to be rotatable relative to the stator, and a housing that circumferentially encloses at least sections of the stator;an impeller for pumping liquid that is held on the shaft;a hydraulic unit with an intake port through which the liquid is adapted to be delivered to the impeller; and a can body that extends between the rotor and the stator of the drive module, and encloses the rotor on an end face facing away from the impeller;', 'a can flange adjoining the can body on a side facing the impeller, the can flange projecting radially outward from the can body at least in sections;', 'a tubular section that circumferentially encloses the impeller at least in part and that delimits a pump chamber containing the impeller; and', 'a discharge port formed on the tubular section for discharging the liquid from the pump chamber., 'an adapted arranged between the drive module and the hydraulic unit, the adapter being connected on one side to the drive module and on the other side to the hydraulic unit, the adapter ...

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Номер записи: 25
14-01-2021 дата публикации

SPRAY ARRANGEMENT FOR DISHWASHERS

Номер: US20210007573A1
Автор: SAYIR Halil
Принадлежит:

The spray arrangement according to the present invention which is suitable for use in a dishwasher such that the spray arrangement is located to rotate along a plane parallel to the base of the rack for spraying a cleaning liquid to the dishes, wherein the spray arrangement comprises: the main body () in the form of a chamber; the spray arm (), a part of which extends out of the main body (), wherein the spray arm () has an angled hole () thereon, enables the main body () to rotate by spraying the cleaning liquid passing through the spray arm () through said angled hole () by means of a passage opening, and moves backward and forward; the movement mechanism which provides movement of the spray arm () by transferring rotational movement of the main body () to the spray arm (); the liquid inlet (), wherein cleaning liquid received from a source is delivered to the dishes through holes on spray arm (); the holder bearing () which is located above the opening, and guides movement of the spray arm (), wherein the spray arm () is fitted at the space between the holder bearing () and the opening; the liquid distribution member () through which the cleaning liquid from the liquid inlet () is distributed to the spray arm (); and the delivery line () which is in connection with the passage opening and is connected to the liquid distribution member () such that the delivery line (), in the closed position of the spray arm (), is at an opposite side of the liquid distribution member () facing the passage opening, wherein the cleaning liquid reaching the liquid distribution member () is transferred to the spray arm (). 1. A spray arrangement which is suitable for use in a dishwasher; wherein the dishwasher comprises a cleaning compartment in which the dishes are placed through a rack; such that the spray arrangement is located under and/or above the rack rotatable along a plane parallel to the base of the rack so that a cleaning liquid is sprayed to the dishes , and which ...

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Номер записи: 26
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Turbidity Sensor Assembly Including an Integral Water Level Indicator

Номер: US20180008116A1
Автор: Curtis Craig, Durham Kyle Edward, Ross Christopher Brandon
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A turbidity sensor assembly for a dishwasher appliance is provided. The turbidity sensor assembly measures the turbidity of wash fluid in a manner similar to conventional turbidity sensors, but also includes an integral water level indicator. The water level indicator is an opaque buoyant ball that rises and falls with the water level to provide a water level indication that can be used to shut off the drain pump when the sump is empty. More specifically, when the water level drops below a predetermined level, the opaque ball blocks the transmission of light between the emitter and receiver of the turbidity sensor, thus indicating that the sump is almost empty. As a result, the pump operating during a drain cycle need only operate long enough to drain the sump, and this may be achieved without an additional measuring device or complicated control system. 1. A dishwasher appliance defining a vertical direction , a lateral direction , and a transverse direction , the dishwasher appliance comprising:a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing;a sump positioned adjacent a bottom of the wash chamber, the sump configured for collecting wash fluid;a pump in fluid communication with the sump, the pump being configured for discharging the wash fluid from the dishwasher appliance during a drain cycle; and a housing defining a channel in fluid communication with the wash fluid;', 'an emitter and a receiver positioned within the housing on opposite sides of the channel;', 'a buoyant object positioned within the channel; and', 'a retention device configured to enable the buoyant object to move along with the level of the wash fluid within the channel along the vertical direction between a raised position and a lowered position., 'a turbidity sensor assembly configured for measuring a turbidity and a level of wash fluid in the sump, the turbidity sensor assembly comprising2. The dishwasher appliance of claim 1 , wherein the retention device is a vertically oriented rod ...

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Номер записи: 27
10-01-2019 дата публикации

UTENSIL RACK FOR A DISHWASHER

Номер: US20190008357A1
Автор: NAIK SUJIT S., PRABHU HRUSHIKESH C.
Принадлежит:

A utensil rack for a dishwasher has a set of wave profiles. One subset of wave profiles has wave crests spaced from each other a first distance and a second set of wave profiles has wave crests spaced from each other a second distance less than the first distances. The utensil rack can be in the form of tray. A stemware section has one subset of wave profiles and a cutlery section has a second subset of wave profiles. 1. A utensil rack for a dishwasher comprising:sidewalls forming a periphery for the utensil rack, with the sidewalls arranged in a first set of opposing sidewalls and a second set of opposing sidewalls;a lattice structure formed within the periphery by a first set of ribs, extending between the first set of opposing sidewalls, and a second set of ribs, extending between the second set of opposing sidewalls, and crossing the first set of ribs;a stemware section comprising a first set of wave profiles comprising at least a first pair of waves spaced from each other a first distance, with the first pair of waves connected to and extending upwardly from one of the first or second set of ribs, with the first pair of waves having at least two crests and an intervening trough; anda cutlery section comprising a second set of wave profiles comprising at least a second pair of waves spaced from each other a second distance, with the second pair of waves connected to and extending upwardly from one of the first or second set of ribs, with the second pair of waves having at least two crests and an intervening trough, with the second distance being less than the first distance.2. The utensil rack of wherein the utensil rack has a centerline.3. The utensil rack of wherein the stemware section and the cutlery section are on the same side of the centerline.4. The utensil rack of wherein the stemware section and the cutlery section are on the opposite sides of the centerline.5. The utensil rack of wherein at least one of the stemware section or the cutlery section ...

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Номер записи: 28
27-01-2022 дата публикации

BLDC Motor with Heat Recovery System

Номер: US20220025904A1
Автор: Dannenhauer Markus, Unterberger Hubert
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The present invention provides a pump assembly for use in a household appliance comprising a pump, an electric motor having a rotor and a stator and a heat exchanger arranged to be in thermal contact with at least a portion of the stator. There is further provided a heat recovery system for use in a household appliance comprising a main fluid circuit, a fluid reservoir, a heat exchange circuit and a pump assembly for pumping working fluid through the main fluid circuit. The pump assembly comprises an electric motor, a heat exchanger provided in thermal contact with at least a portion of the electric motor, the heat exchanger being configured to transfer heat from the electric motor to a liquid coolant circulating in the heat exchange circuit. 1. Pump assembly for use in a household appliance , the pump assembly comprising:at least one pump;an electric motor comprising a rotor and a stator, the electric motor being configured to drive the pump for pumping a working fluid; andat least one heat exchanger comprising at least one coolant inlet, at least one coolant outlet and at least one coolant duct for liquid coolant extending between the coolant inlet and the coolant outlet;wherein the heat exchanger is arranged such that the coolant duct is in thermal contact with at least a portion of the stator for transferring heat form the stator to said liquid coolant.2. Pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the coolant duct is arranged to at least partially surround a portion of the stator.3. Pump assembly of claim 2 , wherein the coolant duct forms a substantially annular channel enclosing the stator.4. Pump assembly of claim 1 , the coolant duct further comprising at least a first branch and at least a second branch claim 1 , wherein each branch surrounds a portion of the stator.5. Pump assembly of claim 1 , the heat exchanger further comprising a main body portion providing at least a portion of the coolant duct.6. Pump assembly of claim 5 , wherein the main body portion also ...

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Номер записи: 29
15-01-2015 дата публикации

FLUID FLOW STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF USE FOR CONTINUOUS MOTION WASHING MACHINE

Номер: US20150013730A1
Автор: CHURCHILL MARK, GAST DAVID ROBERT, John Cantrell W., London Bryon J., McCreight John N.
Принадлежит: Unified Brands, Inc.

A washing machine and/or a fluid flow structure for a washing machine wash tank is provided. The wash tank is generally rectangular and includes a bottom wall, two side walls and two end walls extending upward from said bottom wall. The wash tank further includes at least one flow directional opening in at least one of the walls. In a preferred embodiment, the wash tank includes plurality of flow directional openings positioned along one of the side walls of the wash tank. A fluid flow structure is located within said wash tank, which includes a fluid flow guide surface, and a support for said guide surface. The guide surface includes an expansion structure that is designed to counteract expansion of the guide surface that occurs during operation of the washing machine. In one embodiment the expansion structure is an expansion slot that engages a portion of the guide surface. As the guide surface expands the expansion slot is pressed against the portion of the guide surface, causing the expansion slot to expand into a relief area associated with the expansion slot at a location generally opposite of the portion of the guide surface. 1. A fluid flow structure a washing machine wash tank the fluid flow structure comprising:a removable fluid flow guide surface, said guide surface being capable of alternatively being inserted into and removed entirely from the washing machine wash tank, said guide surface including at least one region contoured inconsistently from the contour of at least one corresponding wall of the washing machine wash tank; anda support for said guide surface, wherein said support creates a gap between said guide surface and an interior surface of at least one wall of the washing machine wash tank;wherein said guide surface includes an expansion structure engaged with a portion of said support to counteract expansion of said guide surface.2. The fluid flow structure as claimed in wherein said expansion structure includes an expansion slot that ...

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Номер записи: 30
21-01-2016 дата публикации

DISHWASHER

Номер: US20160015241A1
Автор: HAN Shinwoo, KIM Daegyu, Lee Jaechul, PYO Joonho, Woo Seyoung
Принадлежит:

A dishwasher includes a cabinet having a tub, a pump and at least one spray arm. The at least one spray arm has a flow path guide and first and second flow channels separated from each other. The flow path guide has a first opening to allow wash water to flow to the first flow channel and a second opening to allow wash water to flow to the second flow channel. A valve is coupled to the flow path guide and is configured to open or close one of the first opening and the second opening. The valve includes a rotatable float. The rotatable float closes the first opening while opening the second opening at a first point in time, and the rotatable float rotates to open the second opening while closing the second opening at a second point in time.

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Номер записи: 31
21-01-2016 дата публикации

DISHWASHER

Номер: US20160015242A1
Автор: SHIN Gapsu, YOON Sangheon
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

A dishwasher includes a cabinet, a tub providing a washing space, a sump located below the tub and providing a space in which the washing water is stored, racks provided inside the tub and providing a space in which washing targets are received, spray arms for spraying the washing water to the racks, a pump for supplying the washing water stored in the sump to the spray arms, and at least two insulating units for connecting the pump with the sump to allow the pump to be spaced apart from a bottom of the cabinet at a predetermined distance and attenuating transfer of vibration generated in the pump to the sump.

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Номер записи: 32
21-01-2021 дата публикации

DISH WASHER AND WASHING METHOD USING THE SAME

Номер: US20210015337A1
Автор: Kim WU IL
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A dish washer and a washing method using the dish washer. As an inner washing tub is rotated in a state where a dish or a cooking utensil is accommodated in a receiving space such that a food side thereof faces an outer circumference of an inner washing tub, food residues are detached from the dish or the cooking utensil by a centrifugal force and thus the dish or the cooking utensil is efficiently washed. The configuration for generating a high-pressure water current is not required, so that it is possible to produce products at low cost, and the configuration is relatively simple, so that it is possible to produce products having various sizes. 1. A dish washer comprising an inner washing tub that is open at a top thereof and has a plurality of receiving spaces to accommodate dishes and cooking utensils therein , with a plurality of perforations being formed through an outer circumference and a bottom of the inner washing tub; an outer washing tub provided to surround the inner washing tub; a motor rotating the inner washing tub leftwards or rightwards; and a plurality of dishes and cooking utensils forming one set with the dish washer , dedicated for the dish washer , and each having a size to be tightly fitted into each receiving space , each of the dishes and cooking utensils being accommodated in each receiving space and washed in a fixed state without being rotated ,wherein each receiving space is designed to correspond to a size of each of the dishes and cooking utensils and accommodate one of the dishes and cooking utensils, thus preventing the dishes and the cooking utensils from colliding with each other in a washing operation and separating the dishes and the cooking utensils by a partition plate, each of the inner washing tub and the partition plate is made of a cushioning material, and the inner washing tub rotates while accommodating each of the dishes and the cooking utensils in each receiving space such that a food side thereof faces an outer ...

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Номер записи: 33
15-01-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING APPLIANCE PUMP CAVITATION OR DRY STATE

Номер: US20150019026A1
Автор: Fryman Mark Thomas, Kollipara Meher Prasadu
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Systems and methods for detecting appliance pump cavitation or dry state are provided. An exemplary appliance can include a current measurement circuit configured to provide a feedback signal that describes an inverter current drawn by an inverter providing three-phase power to the pump motor. A control unit of an appliance can detect pump cavitation and dry state by monitoring the feedback signal. Another exemplary appliance can include a motor speed detection circuit configured to provide a motor speed signal describing the speed of the pump motor. The control unit of the appliance can monitor variance in pump motor speed to detect pump dry state or cavitation. An exemplary method includes monitoring either an inverter current used by an inverter to drive a motor or a variance in a rotational speed of the motor. 1. An appliance comprising:a control unit comprising a processor and a memory;a pump comprising a three-phase motor;an inverter for providing three-phase power to the three-phase motor; anda current measurement circuit configured to provide a feedback signal describing an inverter current drawn by the inverter across a DC bus; detecting that the pump is cavitating or in a dry state based on the feedback signal; and', 'controlling one or more operations of the appliance when it is detected that the pump is cavitating or in the dry state., 'wherein the control unit is configured to perform operations, the operations comprising2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the current measurement circuit comprises a shunt resistor positioned in a path of current flow across the DC bus.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein:detecting that the pump is cavitating or in the dry state comprises determining when the magnitude of the feedback signal is less than a detection value; andcontrolling the one or more operations of the appliance comprises discontinuing energization of the three-phase motor when the magnitude of the feedback signal is less than the detection value.4. ...

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Номер записи: 34
17-04-2014 дата публикации

DISHWASHER

Номер: US20140102492A1
Автор: HAN Shinwoo, JU Byeonghyeon, KIM Daegyu, Park Younghwan, PYO Joonho
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A dishwasher is disclosed that includes a tub, an upper rack and a lower rack arranged in the tub and configured to receive objects a lower arm, a water supply pump configured to supply water to the lower arm chamber, a tower nozzle included in the lower rack and configured to inject water to the upper rack, a tower connection part detachable from the detachable pipe chamber and configured to connect and supply water to the tower nozzle based on being detached from the detachable pipe chamber, and a channel change unit provided in the lower arm chamber configured to alternately open (i) the chamber communication hole and (ii) an arm channel communication hole based on water pressure inside the lower arm chamber. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a tub;an upper rack and a lower rack arranged in the tub and configured to receive objects; a lower arm chamber configured to receive water into the lower arm chamber;', 'a detachable pipe chamber configured to receive water from the lower arm chamber via a chamber communication hole;', 'and an arm channel arranged to receive water from the lower arm chamber via an arm channel communication hole and configured to eject water to the lower lack;, 'a lower arm comprisinga water supply pump configured to supply water to the lower arm chamber;a tower nozzle configured to eject water toward the upper rack;a tower connection part arranged to supply water received from the detachable pipe chamber to the tower nozzle and being detachable from the detachable pipe chamber; anda channel change unit provided in the lower arm chamber and configured to alternately open (i) the chamber communication hole and (ii) the arm channel communication hole in response to changes in water pressure inside the lower arm chamber.2. The dishwasher according to claim 1 , wherein the channel change unit comprises:a change unit body configured to reciprocate and rotate in the lower arm chamber in response to changes in the water pressure inside the lower arm ...

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Номер записи: 35
22-01-2015 дата публикации

FILTER WITH ARTIFICIAL BOUNDARY FOR A DISHWASHING MACHINE

Номер: US20150020854A1
Автор: TULLER BARRY E., WELCH RODNEY M., WELSH ANTHONY B.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A dishwasher with a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber, a liquid spraying system, a liquid recirculation system defining a recirculation flow path, and a liquid filtering system. The liquid filtering system includes a filter disposed in the recirculation flow path to filter the liquid and at least one artificial boundary to aid in cleaning the filter. 1. An automatic dishwasher for washing utensils according to a cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber;a liquid spraying system supplying a spray of liquid to the treating chamber;a liquid recirculation system fluidly coupling the treating chamber to the liquid spraying system and defining a recirculation flow path for recirculating the sprayed liquid from the treating chamber to the liquid spraying system; and a rotating filter rotatable about an axis of rotation and having a first end axially spaced from a second end and defining a filter there between that has a first surface and a second surface, the rotating filter being positioned within the recirculation flow path to filter soils from liquid flowing through the recirculation flow path as the liquid passes through the rotating filter; and', 'a flow diverter spaced apart from one of the first surface or the second surface to define a gap through which at least some of the liquid passes as the liquid flows through the flow path and where the flow diverter is shaped such that it extends along the rotating filter such that it is not aligned with the rotational axis of the filter., 'a liquid filtering system fluidly coupled to the recirculation flow path and comprising2. The automatic dishwasher of wherein the flow diverter is helical.3. The automatic dishwasher of wherein the flow diverter is spaced apart from the first surface.4. The automatic dishwasher of wherein the flow diverter comprises multiple segmented portions.5. The automatic dishwasher of wherein at least a portion of the multiple segmented ...

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Номер записи: 36
10-02-2022 дата публикации

Pump and dishwasher including the same

Номер: US20220039630A1
Автор: Jinseok Park, Jongmin Lee, Minchul Kim, Myoungjong Kim, Sangsoo Lee, Semin JANG, Seongwoo An, Soohan EO, Yongjin Choi
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A pump ( 8 ) is disclosed. The pump ( 8 ) includes a partition wall ( 84 ) configured to divide the interior of a body into two spaces, a first chamber (C 1 ) located under the partition wall ( 84 ), the first chamber (C 1 ) having an introduction portion ( 841 ), through which water is introduced, a second chamber (C 2 ) located above the partition wall ( 84 ), the second chamber (C 2 ) having a discharge portion ( 849 ), through which water is discharged, a communication hole ( 86 ) formed through the partition wall ( 84 ) to allow the first chamber (C 1 ) and the second chamber (C 2 ) to communicate with each other therethrough, an impeller ( 85 ) provided in the second chamber (C 2 ) to move water to the discharge portion ( 849 ), a housing configured to define the bottom surface of the first chamber (C 1 ), the housing being made of a conductor, a heater (H) configured to heat the housing ( 81 ), and a steam discharge ( 843 ) port formed through the first chamber (C 1 ) to allow steam to be discharged therethrough.

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Номер записи: 37
10-02-2022 дата публикации

FLOW CONTROLLER FOR DISHWASHER

Номер: US20220039631A1
Автор: Haegermarck Anders
Принадлежит: Electrolux Appliances Aktiebolag

A flow controller for controlling water flow from a pump pumping water from a sump of a dishwasher to a water conduit system of the dishwasher. The flow controller comprises a plate with openings. The openings form water outlets to the water conduit system. The flow controller also comprises a disc rotatably arranged in relation to the plate. The disc comprises openings arranged for allowing closing and opening of the water outlets in the plate during rotation of the disc. The flow controller comprises a cavity formed between the disc and the plate configured to allow water to flow back from the water conduit system via a water outlet in the plate being closed by the disc and via the cavity to a drain outlet in the plate. Hereby water can return from a closed water outlet in the plate via the drain outlet in the disc to the sump. 1. A flow controller for controlling water flow from a pump pumping water from a sump of a dish washer to a water conduit system of the dishwasher , the flow controller comprising:a plate with openings forming water outlets to the water conduit system, anda disc rotatably arranged in relation to the plate, the disc comprising openings arranged for allowing closing and opening of the water outlets in the plate during rotation of the disc;wherein the flow controller comprises a cavity formed between the disc and the plate configured to allow water to flow back from the water conduit system via a water outlet in the plate being closed by the disc and via the cavity to a drain outlet in the plate whereby water can return from a closed water outlet in the plate via the drain outlet in the disc to the sump.2. The flow controller according to claim 1 , wherein the cavity is formed by at least one channel in the disc.3. The flow controller according to claim 2 , wherein said at least one channel runs in a radial direction in the disc.4. The flow controller according to claim 1 , wherein the drain outlet in the plate is located radially inside the ...

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Номер записи: 38
23-01-2020 дата публикации

DISHWASHER WITH SPRAY SYSTEM ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20200022556A1
Автор: FEDDEMA MARK S., Fehner Lisa M.
Принадлежит:

A spray system assembly for a household appliance, such as a dishwasher, wherein the spray system assembly can include a diverter housing with a diverter valve, a sprayer mount, and a rotatable sprayer. The rotatable sprayer can include a hub, a spray head, and a pair of spaced spacers. The sprayer mount can include a collar for receiving the hub of the rotatable sprayer. The pair of spaced spacers can circumscribe the hub. 1. A dishwasher for treating dishes according to at least one automatic cycle of operation , the dishwasher comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber receiving dishes for treating;a recirculation circuit fluidly coupled to the tub and having an inlet and an outlet;a sprayer mount fluidly coupled to the outlet; and a spray head defining a hollow interior;', 'a hub rotatably coupling the spray head to the sprayer mount and having a liquid passage fluidly coupling the outlet to the hollow interior; and', 'a pair of spaced spacers circumscribing the hub and having offset through passages defining a circuitous passage through the spaced spacers., 'a rotatable sprayer comprising2. The dishwasher of wherein the spaced spacers are serrated to define the through passages.3. The dishwasher of wherein the serrations of the spaced spacers are rotationally offset.4. The dishwasher of wherein the through passages are rotationally offset.5. The dishwasher of wherein at least one of the spaced spacers is continuous.6. The dishwasher of wherein at least one of the spaced spacers is discontinuous.7. The dishwasher of wherein at least one of the spaced spacers is discontinuous.8. The dishwasher of further comprising a removable mount securing the hub to the spray head.9. The dishwasher of wherein the removable mount comprises a bayonet mount.10. The dishwasher of wherein the hub has a hollow interior defining the liquid passage.11. The dishwasher of wherein the hollow interior of the hub includes a discontinuous flare.12. The dishwasher of ...

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Номер записи: 39
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Dishwasher and sump assembly

Номер: US20200022557A1
Автор: Antony Mark Rappette, John Alan Miller, Todd Michael Jozwiak
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A dishwasher includes a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber with an access opening, a sump fluidly coupled to the treating chamber, at least one sprayer emitting liquid into the treating chamber, a pump, a conduit fluidly coupling the sump to the pump and the pump to the at least one sprayer, thereby defining a recirculation circuit through which the liquid sprayed into the treating chamber collects in the sump and is pumped back to the at least one sprayer, a filter assembly provided in the sump and having a filter through which at least a portion of the liquid passes, and an insert sleeve at least partially located within the filter assembly.

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Номер записи: 40
02-02-2017 дата публикации

HEAT PUMP AND DISHWASHER COMPRISING THE SAME

Номер: US20170027405A1
Автор: Gao Feng, Li Xiang, QIU Canhua, XU Pingping
Принадлежит:

A heat pump for a dishwasher includes a pump casing, a motor () having a rotatable shaft extended into a chamber of the pump casing, an impeller () disposed within the chamber, a heating assembly () and a pressure switch assembly (). The heating assembly includes a heating pipe () disposed in the chamber, a fuse (), and a heater wire disposed in the heating pipe. The heating pipe includes an arc-shaped portion (), and first and second linear portions (). The fuse is disposed in at least one of the first and second linear portions and is remote from the arc-shaped portion, and an extending part () of the impeller is encircled by and spaced apart from the arc-shaped portion. A dishwasher including the heat pump is also provided. 1. A heat pump for a dishwasher , comprising:a pump casing having a chamber defined with an inlet and an outlet;a motor connected with the pump casing and having a rotatable shaft extended into the chamber;an impeller disposed within the chamber and arranged on the rotatable shaft, which comprises a body part and an extending part having a diameter smaller than that of the body part;a heating assembly comprising a heating pipe disposed in the chamber, a fuse, and a heater wire disposed in the heating pipe, wherein the heating pipe comprises an arc-shaped portion defining a first end and a second end, a first linear portion defining an upper end and a lower end connected with the first end of the arc-shaped portion, and a second linear portion defining an upper end and a lower end connected with the second end of the arc-shaped portion, the upper ends of the first and second linear portions are extended out of the pump casing, the fuse is disposed in at least one of the first and second linear portions and is remote from the arc-shaped portion, and the extending part is encircled by and spaced apart from the arc-shaped portion; anda pressure switch assembly arranged on an outer wall of the pump casing and connected with the heating assembly.2. ...

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Номер записи: 41
02-02-2017 дата публикации

VARIABLE POSITION HYDRAULICALLY ACTUATED DIVERTER FOR AN APPLIANCE

Номер: US20170027406A1
Автор: Curtis Craig, Durham Kyle Edward, Ross Christopher Brandon
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A passive diverter is provided that does not require a dedicated motor to switch between multiple outlet ports. The diverter uses the forces provided by a flow of fluid from a pump to switch between different outlet ports and supply one or more spray assemblies or other fluid-using elements. A separate motor to power the diverter is not required, which allows a savings in costs and space. In addition, a secondary set of ramps may provide a manner in which to “zero” the angular position of the diverter, i.e., place the diverter in a known, home position. This can reduce the additional cost, weight, and complexity of including additional sensors to determine the angular position of the diverter. 1. A dishwasher appliance , comprising:a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing;a pump for providing fluid flow for cleaning the articles; a plurality of outlet ports for providing fluid to the wash chamber;', 'a housing defining a chamber, the chamber fluidly connecting a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet such that a fluid may flow into the chamber through the fluid inlet and out of the chamber through the fluid outlet to one or more of the outlet ports, the housing also defining a cylindrically-shaped well;', 'a first ramped element positioned within a distal end of the well;', a disk defining a plurality of apertures for selectively controlling fluid flow from the fluid outlet to one or more of the outlet ports, the apertures being spaced apart along a circumferential direction;', 'a cylindrically-shaped shaft connected to the disk and extending along the axial direction, the shaft slidably received within the well of the housing, the shaft defining an interior channel;', 'a plurality of cams positioned on the cylindrical shaft near the disk and projecting radially inward from the cylindrical shaft into the interior channel;', 'a second ramped element positioned near a distal end of the shaft;, 'a valve positioned within the fluid outlet, rotatable about an axis, and ...

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Номер записи: 42
02-02-2017 дата публикации

WAREWASHER WITH HEAT RECOVERY SYSTEM

Номер: US20170027407A1
Автор: Anim-Mensah Alexander R., MILLS Nigel G.
Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC .

A warewash machine includes a chamber for receiving wares, the chamber having at least one wash zone. A refrigerant medium circuit includes a first condenser and a second condenser, the first condenser located upstream of the second condenser in the refrigerant circuit. The refrigerant medium circuit includes a first flow path through the first condenser and a second flow path in bypass of the first condenser, and a valve for selectively controlling whether at least some refrigerant medium flows along the first flow path or the second flow path. 1. A warewash machine for washing wares , comprising:a chamber for receiving wares, the chamber having at least one wash zone;a refrigerant medium circuit including a first heat exchanger and a second heat exchanger, the first heat exchanger located upstream of the second heat exchanger in the refrigerant medium circuit, the refrigerant medium circuit including a first flow path through the first heat exchanger and a second flow path in bypass of the first heat exchanger, and a valve for selectively controlling whether at least some refrigerant medium flows along the first flow path or the second flow path.2. The machine of wherein the valve is selectively controlled based upon monitored heat demand on the second heat exchanger.3. The machine of wherein the first heat exchanger is a first condenser claim 2 , the second heat exchanger is a second condenser claim 2 , and the first condenser is arranged to deliver refrigerant medium heat to water being delivered to a booster heater of the machine claim 2 , and the second condenser is arranged to deliver refrigerant medium heat to wash liquid in a wash tank of the machine.4. The machine of wherein a temperature sensor detects a temperature of a wash liquid within the wash tank in order to monitor heat demand on the second condenser.5. The machine of wherein a controller is connected with the temperature sensor and responsively controls the valve to flow at least some refrigerant ...

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Номер записи: 43
04-02-2016 дата публикации

DISHWASHER WITH VACUUM DRYING AND METHOD

Номер: US20160029869A1
Автор: MCKINNEY DAVID R.
Принадлежит:

An automatic dishwasher, having a wash cycle and a drying cycle, includes an openable and closeable washing chamber, at least one spray apparatus inside the washing chamber, and a vacuum pump in fluid communication with the washing chamber. The washing chamber has an interior configured to contain articles to be washed, and is configured to withstand vacuum pressure when closed. The at least one spray apparatus is configured to spray a cleaning fluid upon the articles to be washed during the wash cycle. The vacuum pump is configured to evacuate the interior of the washing chamber to a selected vacuum pressure level during at least a portion of the drying cycle. 1. An automatic dishwasher having a wash cycle and a drying cycle , comprising:an openable and closeable washing chamber, configured to withstand vacuum pressure when closed, having an interior configured to contain articles to be washed;at least one spray apparatus, inside the washing chamber, configured to spray a cleaning fluid upon the articles to be washed during the wash cycle; anda vacuum pump, in fluid communication with the washing chamber, configured to evacuate the interior of the washing chamber to a selected vacuum pressure level during at least a portion of the drying cycle.2. A dishwasher in accordance with claim 1 , further comprising a heating device claim 1 , associated with the washing chamber claim 1 , configured to heat the interior of the washing chamber to a selected heat level during the drying cycle.3. A dishwasher in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the heating device is an electric heating element.4. A dishwasher in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the selected vacuum pressure level is at least 1 psi below atmospheric pressure.5. A dishwasher in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the selected vacuum pressure level is at least 5 psi below atmospheric pressure.6. A dishwasher in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the selected vacuum pressure level is at least 10 psi below atmospheric ...

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Номер записи: 44
04-02-2016 дата публикации

DISHWASHER

Номер: US20160029871A1
Автор: Kim Jin-doo
Принадлежит:

A sealing apparatus seals between a pump chamber and a bottom surface of a washing tank of a dishwasher. The sealing apparatus includes a packing member disposed along a top portion of the pump chamber and a protecting member which fixes some portion of the packing member to the pump chamber to prevent the packing member from moving when the bottom surface of the washing tank and the pump chamber are coupled to each other. 1. A sealing apparatus that seals between a pump chamber and a bottom surface of a washing tank of a dishwasher , the sealing apparatus comprising:a packing member disposed along a top portion of the pump chamber; anda protecting member which connects some portion of the packing member to the pump chamber such that it prevents the packing member from moving when the bottom surface of the washing tank and the pump chamber are coupled to each other.2. The sealing apparatus of claim 1 , whereinthe protecting member is detachably coupled to the pump chamber.3. The sealing apparatus of claim 2 , whereinthe protecting member comprises a plurality of hooks that are snap-coupled to a portion of the pump chamber.4. The sealing apparatus of claim 3 , wherein a first portion that covers an upper portion of the packing member; and', 'a second portion comprising the plurality of hooks., 'the protecting member comprises5. The sealing apparatus of claim 4 , whereinthe first portion comprises an inclined surface that corresponds to a slope of the bottom surface of the washing tank.6. The sealing apparatus of claim 4 , whereinthe second portion is disposed on an outer circumference of the top portion of the pump chamber.7. The sealing apparatus of claim 4 , whereinthe first portion comprises at least one discharge passage that guides water from an outer surface of the bottom surface of the washing tank to a channel formed in the pump chamber.8. The sealing apparatus of claim 7 , whereinthe at least one discharge passage comprises at least one drain hole that ...

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Номер записи: 45
01-02-2018 дата публикации

HOUSEHOLD DISHWASHER FOR WASHING DISHES IN ONE OR MORE PARTIAL WASH CYCLES, AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

Номер: US20180028042A1
Автор: Heinle Martin, Nannt Hans-Peter, Paintner Kai
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A household dishwasher includes a wash container for holding dishes to be washed and a fill reservoir attached to the wash container. The fill reservoir is filled with fresh water from a fresh water network, and a quantity of fresh water required for the wash sub-cycle is removed from the fill reservoir and feed into the wash container. A heat pump includes an evaporator which is thermally coupled to the fill reservoir to extract heat energy from stored fresh water, and a condenser via which heat energy is fed into an interior space of the wash container. Disposed between the interior space of the wash container and an interior space of the fill reservoir is a single-layer or multilayer insulation material system to reduce a heat flow from the wash container. 123-. (canceled)24. A household dishwasher for washing dishes in at least one water-conducting wash sub-cycle and for subsequently drying the dishes in at least one subsequent drying cycle of a wash cycle to be performed , said household dishwasher comprising:a wash container for holding the dishes to be washed,a fill reservoir attached to an outside of the wash container, said fill reservoir having an inlet connected to an inlet-side fresh water feed apparatus for filling with fresh water from a fresh water network, and an outlet connected to an outlet-side fresh water discharge apparatus for removing a quantity of fresh water required for the wash sub-cycle from the fill reservoir and feeding it into the wash container,at least one heat pump comprising an evaporator thermally coupled to the fill reservoir to extract heat energy from stored fresh water, and a condenser configured to feed heat energy into an interior space of the wash container, anda single-layer or multilayer insulation material system disposed between the interior space of the wash container and an interior space of the fill reservoir to reduce a heat flow from the wash container.25. The household dishwasher of claim 24 , wherein the fill ...

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Номер записи: 46
01-02-2018 дата публикации

WAREWASHER WITH RADAR-BASED WARE DETECTION

Номер: US20180028043A1
Автор: Anim-Mensah Alexander R., Bowers Brian J., JR. Russell K., Marzette
Принадлежит:

A warewash machine includes a housing defining a chamber for receiving wares, the chamber having at least one spray zone, a wash spray system for spraying wash liquid onto wares and a rinse spray system for spraying rinse liquid onto wares. At least one radar transceiver is located for detecting wares feeding into the chamber and/or for detecting wares within the chamber. A controller is associated with the radar transceiver and configured to identify one or more of ware location, ware movement, ware size, ware shape and/or ware material based upon outputs from the at least one radar transceiver. The controller is further configured to control at least one operating parameter of the machine based at least in part upon identified ware location, identified ware movement, identified ware size, identified ware shape and/or identified ware material. 1. A warewash machine for washing wares , comprising:a housing defining a chamber for receiving wares, the chamber having at least one spray zone, a wash spray system for spraying wash liquid onto wares and a rinse spray system for spraying rinse liquid onto wares;at least one radar transceiver for detecting wares feeding into the chamber and/or for detecting wares within the chamber;a controller associated with the radar transceiver and configured to identify one or more of ware location, ware movement, ware size, ware shape and/or ware material based upon outputs from the at least one radar transceiver, wherein the controller is further configured to control at least one operating parameter of the machine based at least in part upon identified ware location, identified ware movement, identified ware size, identified ware shape and/or identified ware material such that the at least one operating parameter is suitable for the identified ware location, identified ware movement, identified ware size, identified ware shape and/or identified ware material.2. The warewash machine of wherein the controller is configured to:identify ...

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Номер записи: 47
01-02-2018 дата публикации

WAREWASHER WITH ULTRASONIC-BASED WARE DETECTION

Номер: US20180028044A1
Автор: Anim-Mensah Alexander R., Bowers Brian J., JR. Russell K., Marzette
Принадлежит:

A warewash machine includes a housing defining a chamber for receiving wares, the chamber having at least one spray zone, a wash spray system for spraying wash liquid onto wares and a rinse spray system for spraying rinse liquid onto wares. At least one ultrasonic transducer is located for detecting wares feeding into the chamber and/or for detecting wares within the chamber. A controller is associated with the ultrasonic transducer and configured to identify one or more of ware location, ware movement, ware size, ware shape and/or ware material based upon outputs from the at least one ultrasonic transducer. The controller is further configured to control at least one operating parameter of the machine based at least in part upon identified ware location, identified ware movement, identified ware size, identified ware shape and/or identified ware material. 1. A warewash machine for washing wares , comprising:a housing defining a chamber for receiving wares, the chamber having at least one spray zone, a wash spray system for spraying wash liquid onto wares and a rinse spray system for spraying rinse liquid onto wares;at least one ultrasonic transducer for detecting wares feeding into the chamber and/or for detecting wares within the chamber;a controller associated with the ultrasonic transducer and configured to identify one or more of ware location, ware movement, ware size, ware shape and/or ware material based upon outputs from the at least one ultrasonic transducer, wherein the controller is further configured to control at least one operating parameter of the machine based at least in part upon identified ware location, identified ware movement, identified ware size, identified ware shape and/or identified ware material such that the at least one operating parameter is suitable for the identified ware location, identified ware movement, identified ware size, identified ware shape and/or identified ware material.2. The warewash machine of wherein the controller ...

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Номер записи: 48
17-02-2022 дата публикации

DOMESTIC DISHWASHER

Номер: US20220047145A1
Автор: Eisenbart Bernd, Heisele Bernd, Lugert Michael, Oblinger Anton, Oblinger Werner
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A household dishwasher includes a washing container holding a dishwasher load, and a spray arm for applying washing liquor and/or fresh water to the dishwasher load. The spray arm is mounted for rotation about an axis of rotation and is actively driven by a drive entity. The drive entity includes a drive shaft mounted for rotation about an axis of rotation which extends in parallel relation to and at a distance from the axis of rotation of the spray arm. 115- (canceled)16. A household dishwasher , comprising:a washing container for holding a dishwasher load;a spray arm for applying washing liquor and/or fresh water to the dishwasher load, said spray arm being mounted for rotation about an axis of rotation; anda drive entity for actively driving the spray arm, said drive entity including a drive shaft mounted for rotation about an axis of rotation which extends in parallel relation to and at a distance from the axis of rotation of the spray arm.17. The household dishwasher of claim 16 , wherein the spray arm comprises an extension piece which is actively driven by the drive entity claim 16 , and a spray arm satellite which is rotatably mounted on the extension piece and is reactively driven by the washing liquor and/or of the fresh water.18. The household dishwasher of claim 16 , wherein the drive entity comprises a gearbox for transferring a rotational moment from the drive shaft to the spray arm.19. The household dishwasher of claim 18 , wherein the gearbox comprises straight-cut or helical cog-wheels claim 18 , a bevel gear claim 18 , a belt drive or a chain drive.20. The household dishwasher of claim 18 , wherein the gearbox comprises a plurality of cog-wheels claim 18 , which bridge a distance between the drive shaft and the spray arm.21. The household dishwasher of claim 18 , wherein the gearbox comprises a transmission housing and a plurality of cog-wheels which are held in the transmission housing.22. The household dishwasher of claim 21 , wherein the cog- ...

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Номер записи: 49
31-01-2019 дата публикации

HEATING ASSEMBLY FOR A WASHING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20190029492A1
Автор: Hofmann Adam Christopher, Thiyagarajan Ramasamy
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A dishwashing appliance includes a tub defining a wash chamber. The dishwashing appliance also includes a fluid circulation system configured to deliver fluid to the wash chamber. The fluid circulation system includes a heating element in operative communication with at least one component of the fluid circulation system. The dishwashing appliance also includes a heat pipe heat exchanger having a condenser section and an evaporator section. The condenser section is in operative communication with the wash chamber and the evaporator section is in operative communication with the heating element of the fluid circulation system. 1. A dishwashing appliance , comprising:a tub defining a wash chamber;a fluid circulation system configured to deliver fluid to the wash chamber, the fluid circulation system comprising a heating element in operative communication with at least one component of the fluid circulation system; anda heat pipe heat exchanger comprising a condenser section and an evaporator section, the condenser section in operative communication with the wash chamber, the evaporator section in operative communication with the heating element of the fluid circulation system.2. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , wherein the tub is in fluid communication with an ambient environment around the dishwashing appliance via an inlet claim 1 , and the condenser section of the heat pipe heat exchanger is proximate the inlet upstream of the wash chamber with respect to a flow direction of air flowing from the ambient environment into the wash chamber via the inlet.3. The dishwashing appliance of claim 2 , further comprising an intake fan proximate the inlet configured to urge air from the ambient environment through the inlet.4. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , further comprising a cabinet claim 1 , the tub positioned within the cabinet claim 1 , the heating element positioned in a machinery compartment outside of the tub within the cabinet.5. The dishwashing ...

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Номер записи: 50
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Method for controlling operation of a household appliance and a household appliance

Номер: US20200029778A1
Автор: Vendela TÖRNQUIST
Принадлежит: Electrolux Appliances AB

A method for controlling operation of a household appliance may include supplying a liquid to a first space, determining a first behavior(TB 1 ) of temperature measured by a first temperature sensor during supplying of the liquid to the first space, supplying the liquid to a second space by activating a pump in order to transport the liquid from the first space to the second space, determining a second behavior (TB 2 ) of temperature measured by a second temperature sensor during supplying of the liquid to the second space, and determining if a sufficient amount of the liquid has been supplied to the second space or not based on the second behavior (TB 2 ) evaluated with respect to the first behavior (TB 1 ). A household appliance may also be provided.

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Номер записи: 51
30-01-2020 дата публикации

DISHWASHER

Номер: US20200029780A1
Автор: KIM Minseong, PARK Hyungman, WOO Sangwoo
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A dishwasher includes: a tub that defines an washing chamber; spray nozzles configured to spray washing water into the washing chamber; a sump configured to store washing water; a steam nozzle configured to supply steam to the washing chamber; a washing pump housing coupled to the sump and connected to the spray nozzles or the steam nozzle; a heater configured to heat washing water in the washing pump housing; a washing motor configured to rotate an impeller; a washing water outflow pipe defining an outflow path protruding outward from one side of the washing pump housing; a steam discharge pipe that extends from a discharge port defined at a circumferential surface of the washing water outflow pipe; and a first protrusion disposed in an upper portion of the outflow path and disposed downstream of the discharge port in a flow direction of the washing water. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a tub that defines a washing chamber configured to accommodate one or more washing targets;a sump disposed vertically below the tub and configured to store washing water therein;a plurality of spray nozzles configured to spray washing water in the sump to the washing chamber;a steam nozzle configured to supply steam to the washing chamber;a washing pump housing that is coupled to the sump and that is configured to receive washing water from the sump, the washing pump being configured to be connected to the plurality of spray nozzles or the steam nozzle;a heater configured to heat washing water in the washing pump housing to thereby generate steam;a washing motor configured to rotate an impeller to cause flow of washing water in the washing pump housing or steam generated by the heater;a washing water outflow pipe that protrudes outward from one side of a circumferential surface of the washing pump housing, the washing water outflow pipe defining an outflow path configured to supply washing water in the washing pump to the plurality of spray nozzles or steam in the washing pump housing ...

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Номер записи: 52
09-02-2017 дата публикации

DIVERTER VALVE AND DISHWASHER WITH DIVERTER VALVE

Номер: US20170035265A1
Автор: Luciano Juan I., RAPPETTE ANTONY M.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A dishwasher for treating dishes according to an automatic cycle of operation and including a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber, at least one sprayer configured to emit a corresponding spray of liquid into the treating chamber, at least one liquid circuit supplying liquid to the at least one sprayer, a pump having a pump inlet fluidly coupled to the treating chamber and a pump outlet, and a diverter valve controlling a flow of liquid from the pump to the at least one sprayer. 1. A dishwasher for treating dishes according to an automatic cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber;at least one sprayer configured to emit a corresponding spray of liquid into the treating chamber;at least one liquid circuit supplying liquid to the at least one sprayer;a pump having a pump inlet fluidly coupled to the treating chamber and a pump outlet; anda diverter valve having a plenum with a plenum inlet coupled to the pump outlet, at least one plenum outlet fluidly coupled to the at least one liquid circuit, and a membrane strip located within the plenum and having at least one control opening; andwherein the membrane strip is movable in the plenum for movement along a path overlying the at least one plenum outlet such that the membrane strip can be selectively moved so as to selectively align the control opening with the at least one plenum outlet to selectively enable liquid flow from the plenum inlet through the at least one plenum outlet to control a flow of liquid from the pump to the at least one sprayer.2. The dishwasher of wherein there are multiple sprayers claim 1 , with corresponding liquid circuits claim 1 , and corresponding plenum outlets claim 1 , wherein movement of the membrane strip aligns the control opening with at least one of the plenum outlets while blocking at least another of the plenum outlets.3. The dishwasher of wherein there are multiple control openings claim 2 , wherein movement of the membrane ...

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Номер записи: 53
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Wash System For Washing Appliance

Номер: US20180035864A1
Автор: Christiaans Paul, Lawrence Robert Effingham, Mason Wayne Andrew
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A washing machine such as a dishwashing machine, preferably of the drawer-style or table-top style, or a laundry washing machine, the washing machine having at least one low-height wash liquid conduit connecting the outlet of a sump region of a washing tub to a wash pump. The at least one low-height conduit having a transverse cross-section that is substantially oblong. In one aspect, the surface of a heating unit forms a surface of a low-height conduit. In another aspect, the sump is provided with multiple outlets. In another aspect, a cover plate is provided for covering a section of a washing tub base and the at least one low-height conduit is formed between the base of the washing tub and the cover plate by a combination thereof. In another aspect, a pump cap component is located in the washing tub, the pump cap component having upper and lower spaced walls and at least one connecting wall between the upper and lower spaced walls, the connecting wall(s) arranged so as to form a closed shape when viewed from above, the closed shape including a wash pump housing volume for an impeller of the wash pump. 156-. (canceled)57. A washing appliance comprising:a washing tub for holding wash liquid and having a washing space therein adapted to receive items for washing, the washing tub having a base,a sump region in the base of the washing tub for collecting wash liquid,a wash pump having a wash liquid inlet in fluid connection with the sump region via a wash liquid conduit, and a wash liquid outlet in fluid connection with the washing space, anda heating unit positioned in the wash liquid conduit,wherein the shape of the wash liquid conduit, in transverse cross-section, is oblong along at least a portion of its length.58. The washing appliance as claimed in claim 57 , wherein the shape of the transverse cross-section of the wash liquid conduit includes perpendicular width and height dimensions claim 57 , wherein one of the perpendicular dimensions is substantially greater ...

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Номер записи: 54
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Rack assembly for a dishwasher

Номер: US20180035866A1
Автор: Daniel W. Southworth, Joseph T. Ferencevich, Matthew M. Hansen, Ronald M. Nowell, Jr.
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

An apparatus for the rack assembly of a dishwasher that includes opposing side portions, at least two axles extending outwardly from each of the opposing side portions, and a roller wheel mounted to each axle, wherein each roller wheel has ball bearings that enable at least a portion of the roller wheel to rotate about the axle. The rack assembly apparatus may be used for the upper or lower rack of the dishwasher. In case of the lower rack, the assembly may roll on the surface of the door. In case of the upper rack, the assembly may roll along guide rails.

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Номер записи: 55
12-02-2015 дата публикации

NON-ELECTRONIC METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DETECTING WASH PUMP CAVITATION IN A DISHWASHER

Номер: US20150040993A1
Автор: Gnadinger Errin Whitney, Worrasangasilpa Brian
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A method for operating a dishwasher system, including monitoring an output pressure of at least one recirculation pump in the dishwasher system, and deactivating at least one fill valve in the dishwasher system when the output pressure satisfies at least one predefined criteria 1. A method for operating a dishwasher system , the method comprising:monitoring an output pressure of at least one recirculation pump in the dishwasher system; anddeactivating at least one fill valve in the dishwasher system when the output pressure satisfies at least one predefined criteria.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one predefined criteria comprises a minimum threshold pressure.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one predefined criteria comprises a minimum threshold pressure being maintained for a minimum time interval.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of detecting a time-out condition for the at least one fill valve.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of activating the at least one fill valve at a first predefined time and activating the at least one recirculation pump at a second predefined time.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of stabilizing said output pressure using a pressure wave damper. This is a divisional application of and claims priority of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/157,457, filed Jun. 10, 2011, the entirety of which is incorporated herein by reference.The present disclosure relates generally to dishwashers and, more particularly, to techniques for detecting a water fill level in dishwashers. A dishwasher is a mechanical device for cleaning dishes, utensils and other items. Various types of dishwashers are known and are currently available. Spray dishwashers, for example, spray warm water and detergent within a dishwasher cabinet to wash the items arranged in racks. Typically, the spray dishwasher employs one or more rotating spray arms that spray water through holes formed ...

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Номер записи: 56
12-02-2015 дата публикации

NON-ELECTRONIC METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DETECTING WASH PUMP CAVITATION IN A DISHWASHER

Номер: US20150041008A1
Автор: Gnadinger Errin Whitney, Worrasangasilpa Brian
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A cavitation sense fill system for a dishwasher system is disclosed. The dishwasher system includes a fluid circulation system for circulating water in a tub, wherein the fluid circulation system includes at least one recirculation pump and at least one fill valve. The cavitation sense fill system includes a pressure switch for monitoring an output pressure of the at least one recirculation pump, wherein the pressure switch deactivates the at least one fill valve when the output pressure satisfies at least one predefined criteria. 1. A cavitation sense fill system for a dishwasher system , the dishwasher system comprising a fluid circulation system for circulating water in a tub , wherein the fluid circulation system comprises at least one recirculation pump and at least one fill valve , the cavitation sense fill system comprising:a pressure switch for monitoring an output pressure of the at least one recirculation pump, wherein the pressure switch deactivates the at least one fill valve when the output pressure satisfies at least one predefined criteria.2. The cavitation sense fill system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one predefined criteria comprises a minimum threshold pressure.3. The cavitation sense fill system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one predefined criteria comprises a minimum threshold pressure being maintained for a minimum time interval.4. The cavitation sense fill system of claim 1 , further comprising means for detecting a time-out condition for the at least one fill valve.5. The cavitation sense fill system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one fill valve is activated at a first predefined time and the at least one recirculation pump is activated at a second predefined time.6. The cavitation sense fill system of claim 1 , further comprising a pressure wave damper. This is a divisional application of and claims priority of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/157,457, filed Jun. 10, 2011, the entirety of which is incorporated herein by ...

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Номер записи: 57
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Heating assembly for a washing appliance

Номер: US20200037845A1
Автор: Ramasamy Thiyagarajan
Принадлежит: Haier US Appliance Solutions Inc

A dishwashing appliance includes a tub defining a wash chamber, a water storage chamber, an inlet defined in the tub and providing fluid communication into the wash chamber, and a heat pipe heat exchanger. The heat pipe heat exchanger includes a sealed casing, a working fluid contained within the sealed casing, a condenser section, and an evaporator section. The condenser section is in operative communication with the inlet upstream of the wet chamber. The dishwashing appliance also includes a fluid circulation system configured to deliver fluid to the wash chamber from the water storage chamber. The fluid circulation system includes a spray nozzle configured to spray wash fluid onto the evaporator section of the heat pipe heat exchanger.

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Номер записи: 58
03-03-2022 дата публикации

WAREWASH MACHINE DRAIN DOWN PROCESS AND ASSOCIATED WAREWASH MACHINE

Номер: US20220061626A1
Автор: Anim-Mensah Alexander R., Carpenter Andrew J., Newcomer Jeffrey R.
Принадлежит:

A method of draining a wash tank of a warewash machine involves: (a) turning off, or maintaining off, both a booster tank heater and a wash tank heater of the machine; (b) simultaneously operating a rinse pump, operating a drain pump and opening a booster fill valve of the machine so that all of the following take place at the same time: (b1) fresh water is delivered through a heat exchanger to the booster tank; (b2) fresh water is delivered by the rinse pump from the booster tank to a rinse spray system and falls down into the wash tank; and (b3) liquid from the wash tank is delivered by the drain pump to a drain flow path and through the heat exchanger to exchange heat with the fresh water delivered through the heat exchanger.

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Номер записи: 59
03-03-2022 дата публикации

DISHWASHING APPLIANCES HAVING A HOT PLATE HEATER FOR DRYING

Номер: US20220061629A1
Автор: Durham Kyle Edward
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A dishwashing appliance, as provided herein, may include a cabinet, a tub, a hot plate heater, a fan, and a conduit. The tub may be disposed within the cabinet and define a wash chamber. The hot plate heater may be in thermal communication with the tub. The hot plate heater may include a conductive body and a resistive heating element. The conductive body may have a chamber surface disposed within the wash chamber and an internal surface directed away from the wash chamber. The resistive heating element may be mounted outside of the wash chamber in thermal communication with the conductive body. The fan may be held within the cabinet outside of the wash chamber to motivate an airflow across the resistive heating element. The conduit may lead from an inlet disposed outside of the wash chamber to an outlet defined through the tub downstream from the fan. 1. A dishwashing appliance comprising:a cabinet;a tub disposed within the cabinet and defining a wash chamber; a conductive body having a chamber surface disposed within the wash chamber and an internal surface directed away from the wash chamber opposite of the chamber surface, and', 'a resistive heating element mounted outside of the wash chamber in thermal communication with the conductive body at the internal surface;, 'a hot plate heater in thermal communication with the tub and operable to heat the wash chamber, the hot plate heater comprising'}a fan held within the cabinet outside of the wash chamber in fluid communication with the resistive heating element to motivate an airflow across the resistive heating element; anda conduit leading from an inlet disposed outside of the wash chamber to an outlet defined through the tub in fluid communication with the wash chamber downstream from the fan.2. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , wherein the resistive heating element is disposed beneath the chamber surface.3. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , wherein the tub comprises a bottom wall defining a sump ...

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Номер записи: 60
14-02-2019 дата публикации

PUMP ASSEMBLY FOR A DISHWASHING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20190046000A1
Автор: Boyer Joel Charles, Dries John Edward
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A pump assembly for a dishwashing appliance includes an inner diffuser shell defining a motor housing and an outer diffuser shell spaced apart from the inner diffuser shell to define a diffusing plenum. A motor positioned within the motor housing rotates a wash pump impeller and urges a flow of wash fluid through the diffusing plenum. Within the diffusing plenum, guide vanes extend between the inner diffuser shell and the outer diffuser shell to diffuse and direct the flow of wash fluid. 1. A pump assembly for a dishwashing appliance , the pump assembly defining an axial direction , a radial direction , and a circumferential direction , the pump assembly comprising:an inner diffuser shell defining a motor housing;an outer diffuser shell spaced apart from the inner diffuser shell to define a diffusing plenum;a plurality of guide vanes extending between the inner diffuser shell and the outer diffuser shell within the diffusing plenum; anda motor positioned within the motor housing and comprising a drive shaft for rotating a wash pump impeller and urging a flow of wash fluid through the diffusing plenum.2. The pump assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a diverter defining a diverter chamber claim 1 , the diffusing plenum being in fluid communication with the diverter chamber.3. The pump assembly of claim 2 , wherein the diverter chamber is defined at least in part by the outer diffuser shell.4. The pump assembly of claim 2 , wherein the diverter chamber is positioned above the diffusing plenum along the vertical direction.5. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the motor comprises motor bearings also positioned within the motor housing.6. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the motor housing is filled with a potting material to encapsulate the motor.7. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the motor is in thermal communication with the flow of wash fluid within the diffusing plenum.8. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of guide vanes ...

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Номер записи: 61
14-02-2019 дата публикации

PUMP ASSEMBLY FOR A DISHWASHING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20190046001A1
Автор: Boyer Joel Charles, Dries John Edward
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A pump assembly for a dishwashing appliance includes an inner diffuser shell defining a motor housing and an outer diffuser shell spaced apart from the inner diffuser shell to define a diffusing plenum. A motor positioned within the motor housing rotates a wash pump impeller and urges a flow of wash fluid through the diffusing plenum. Within the diffusing plenum, guide vanes extend between the inner diffuser shell and the outer diffuser shell to diffuse and direct the flow of wash fluid. The motor is powered by electrical wires that pass through a hole defined through the outer diffuser shell, through one of the plurality of guide vanes, and through the inner diffuser shell. 1. A pump assembly for a dishwashing appliance , the pump assembly defining an axial direction , a radial direction , and a circumferential direction , the pump assembly comprising:an inner diffuser shell defining a motor housing;an outer diffuser shell spaced apart from the inner diffuser shell to define a diffusing plenum;a plurality of guide vanes extending between the inner diffuser shell and the outer diffuser shell within the diffusing plenum;a motor positioned within the motor housing and comprising a drive shaft for rotating a wash pump impeller and urging a flow of wash fluid through the diffusing plenum; andone or more electrical wires for powering the motor, the electrical wires passing through one or more holes, each of the one or more holes being defined through the outer diffuser shell, one of the plurality of guide vanes, and the inner diffuser shell.2. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of guide vanes vary in thickness to accommodate the one or more electrical wires.3. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more electrical wires comprises three electrical wires.4. The pump assembly of claim 3 , wherein each of the three electrical wires passes through a different hole of the one or more holes.5. The pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the outer ...

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Номер записи: 62
14-02-2019 дата публикации

HEATING ASSEMBLY FOR A WASHING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20190046004A1
Автор: Thiyagarajan Ramasamy
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An open loop drying system includes an intake conduit and an exhaust conduit. The intake conduit and the exhaust conduit are each in fluid communication with an ambient environment. The open loop drying system also includes a heat pipe heat exchanger. The heat pipe heat exchanger includes a condenser section in operative communication with the intake conduit upstream of a wet chamber and an evaporator section in operative communication with the exhaust conduit downstream of the wet chamber. The open loop drying system may be provided in a dishwashing appliance. 1. A dishwashing appliance , comprising:a tub defining a wash chamber;at least one spray-arm assembly positioned within the wash chamber;a fluid circulation system configured to deliver fluid to the at least one spray-arm assembly; and an intake conduit extending between an inlet proximate to the ambient environment and a first outlet proximate to the wash chamber;', 'an exhaust conduit extending between an inlet proximate to the wash chamber and an outlet proximate to the ambient environment;', 'a heat pipe heat exchanger comprising a condenser section and an evaporator section, the condenser section in operative communication with the intake conduit upstream of the wash chamber, the evaporator section in operative communication with the exhaust conduit downstream of the wash chamber;', 'a mixing chamber positioned in the exhaust conduit downstream of the evaporator section of the heat pipe heat exchanger and upstream of the outlet of the exhaust conduit; and', 'a mixing conduit extending between a second outlet of the intake conduit and an inlet of the mixing chamber, the second outlet of the intake conduit downstream of the condenser section of the heat pipe heat exchanger., 'an open loop drying system in fluid communication with the wash chamber and with an ambient environment around the dishwasher appliance, the open loop drying system comprising2. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 63
25-02-2016 дата публикации

DISHWASHER

Номер: US20160051122A1
Автор: Choi Yongjin, Eo Soohan, LEE Jongmin
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A dishwasher including a cabinet assembly having a tub in which dishes are received, a sump, having a water collection unit configured to store wash water disposed therein, which is coupled to an interior of the cabinet assembly to collect wash water and to supply steam generated in the water collection unit into the cabinet assembly, and a heater module located outside the sump to transfer heat to the water collection unit and to heat the wash water in order to generate steam. The heater does not contact the wash water, preventing corrosion or oxidation of the heater. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a cabinet assembly including a tub in which dishes are received;a sump, having a water collection unit to store wash water disposed therein, coupled to an interior of the cabinet assembly to collect wash water and to supply steam generated in the water collection unit into the cabinet assembly; anda heater module located outside the sump to transfer heat to the water collection unit and to heat the wash water in order to generate steam.2. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the heater module comprises:a heater cover mounted to the sump to transfer heat to the water collection unit;a heater installed in the heater cover to generate heat when electric power is applied to the heater; anda temperature control module connected to the heater to control electric power applied to the heater based on temperature of the heater.3. The dishwasher of claim 2 , wherein the heater cover is provided with a heater installation portion claim 2 , in which the heater is installed.4. The dishwasher of claim 3 , wherein the heater installation portion is formed in a ring shape.5. The dishwasher of claim 4 , wherein at least a portion of the heater is inserted in the heater installation portion.6. The dishwasher of claim 2 , wherein the temperature control module comprises:a temperature fuse to regulate the electric power based on a temperature of the heater; anda wire electrically connected ...

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Номер записи: 64
23-02-2017 дата публикации

CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF A DISHWASHING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20170049296A1
Автор: Leone Davide Jonathan, Reder Andrew Leroy
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Systems and methods for controlling one or more operations of a dishwashing appliance are provided. In particular, a supply voltage applied to a heating element of the dishwashing appliance can be determined. The supply voltage can be compared with an acceptable operating range of supply voltages to determine whether the supply voltage is within the acceptable operating range and, if the supply voltage is not within the acceptable operating range, one or more operations of the dishwashing appliance can be controlled based at least in part on the determined supply voltage. For instance, an amount of time during which the heating element is active during one or more operational cycles can be adjusted to compensate for the determined supply voltage. 1. A dishwashing appliance comprising:a tub defining a wash chamber;a rack assembly disposed within the wash chamber of the tub, the rack assembly configured for supporting articles for washing within the wash chamber of the tub;a resistive heating element located in the wash chamber; and detecting a supply voltage associated with the heating element;', 'determining whether the supply voltage is within an acceptable operating supply voltage range; and', 'adjusting at least one operational cycle of the dishwashing appliance when it is determined that the supply voltage is outside of the acceptable operating supply voltage range., 'one or more control devices configured to control operation of the dishwashing appliance based at least in part on the determined supply voltage by executing computer-readable instructions stored in one or more memory devices that when executed by the one or more control devices cause the one or more control devices to perform operations, the operations comprising2. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when it is determined that the supply voltage is not within the acceptable operational supply voltage range claim 1 , the operations further comprise determining whether the ...

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Номер записи: 65
02-03-2017 дата публикации

HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE AND A CONTROLLING METHOD FOR SUCH A HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE

Номер: US20170055800A1
Автор: Brandstetter Florian, Forst Klaus-Martin, Oberstaller Erwin
Принадлежит: BSH HAUSGERÄTE GMBH

A household appliance includes a circulation pump for circulating dishwashing liquid in a washing compartment of the household appliance. A drain pump empties the dishwashing liquid from the washing compartment. For the purposes of ventilating the drain pump, a control device is provided to activate the drain pump after the washing compartment has been filled with the dishwashing liquid and before or during operation of the circulation pump. 1. A method of controlling a household appliance , comprising:circulating dishwashing liquid in a washing compartment of the household appliance using a circulation pump;emptying dishwashing liquid from the washing compartment using a drain pump; andactivating the drain pump for ventilation thereof after the washing compartment has been filled with dishwashing liquid and before or during operation of the circulation pump.2. The method of for controlling a dishwasher.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of: pumping out of soiled dishwashing liquid from the washing compartment claim 1 , filling of the washing compartment with fresh dishwashing liquid claim 1 , activating the drain pump for ventilating the drain pump claim 1 , and activating the circulation pump.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the steps are executed cyclically.5. A computer program product embodied in a non-transitory computer-readable medium and configured to execute a method for controlling a household appliance as set forth in in a program-controlled manner. This application is a Divisional, under 35 U.S.C. §121, of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/329,358, filed Dec. 19, 2011; this application also claims the priority, under 35 U.S.C. §119, of German patent application No. 10 2011 087 168.3 filed Nov. 28, 2011.The present invention relates to a household appliance, for example a dishwasher, and a controlling method for such a household appliance.A dishwasher has a circulation pump for recirculating dishwashing liquid in the washing compartment ...

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Номер записи: 66
22-05-2014 дата публикации

DISHWASHER WITH SPRAYER

Номер: US20140137909A1
Автор: BALDWIN MARK W., GREENHAW BRIAN L., POOJARY PRAVEEN, TULLER BARRY E., VANDERROEST CHAD T., VISWANATHAN AMERESH B., WELCH RODNEY M.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A dishwasher for treating dishes according to at least one automatic cycle of operation and including a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber in which dishes may be received for treatment, at least one sprayer having at least one opening through which liquid is emitted into the treating chamber and having a through passage, and a recirculation system fluidly coupling the treating chamber to the at least one sprayer. 1. A dishwasher for treating dishes according to at least one automatic cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber in which dishes may be received for treatment;at least one sprayer provided within the treating chamber, and having a body with at least one opening through which liquid is emitted into the treating chamber and at least one through passage extending from an upper surface of the body to a lower surface of the body; anda recirculation circuit, with a recirculation inlet, fluidly coupling the treating chamber to the at least one sprayer, such that liquid emitted into the treating chamber from the at least one sprayer may be returned to the recirculation circuit through the recirculation inlet and directed back to the sprayer for recirculation;wherein the through passage facilitates a return of liquid to the recirculation inlet for recirculation thereof.2. The dishwasher of wherein the body comprises multiple through passages.3. The dishwasher of wherein the at least one sprayer is a mid-level sprayer.4. The dishwasher of wherein the at least one sprayer is platelike.5. The dishwasher of wherein the at least one sprayer defines a low profile.6. The dishwasher of wherein the upper surface of the body is contoured to direct liquid towards the through passage.7. The dishwasher of wherein the body comprises multiple through passages and the upper surface is contoured to direct liquid towards each of the multiple through passages.8. The dishwasher of wherein the at least one sprayer is not a disk ...

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Номер записи: 67
28-02-2019 дата публикации

DISHWASHER AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20190059683A1
Автор: KWON Yongtae
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The present invention relates to a dishwasher for washing the dishes or the cooking utensils by spraying washing water and steam and a controlling method therefor. The method of controlling a dishwasher includes: a steam supply step of supplying washing water to the sump from an external water source; and a steam generation step of maintaining a water level of the washing water existing inside the washing pump at a certain water level or higher and heating the washing water. 1. A method of controlling a dishwasher that includes a plurality of spray arms configured to spray washing water , a steam nozzle configured to spray steam , a sump configured to store washing water , and a washing pump configured to receive washing water from the sump and to heat washing water in the washing pump , the method comprising:supplying washing water to the sump from an external water source;supplying washing water from the sump to the washing pump;maintaining a water level of washing water in the washing pump vertically higher than or equal to a reference water level; andgenerating steam from the washing pump by heating washing water in the washing pump while the water level of washing water in the washing pump is maintained vertically higher than or equal to the reference water level.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising washing the sump before supplying washing water to the sump claim 1 , supplying washing water to the sump from the external water source to wash the sump, and', 'draining washing water from the sump., 'wherein washing the sump comprises3. The method of claim 2 , wherein washing the sump comprises washing the sump in a state in which the washing pump is not be operated.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein a water level of washing water supplied to the sump to generate steam is vertically lower than a water level of washing water supplied to the sump to wash the sump.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the washing pump comprises a steam discharge pipe that is ...

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Номер записи: 68
28-02-2019 дата публикации

DISHWASHER

Номер: US20190059685A1
Автор: HONG Wook, HWANG Gyuhan, WOO Sangwoo
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Provided is a dishwasher for spraying washing water or steam to wash dishes or cooking appliances. The dishwasher according to the present invention includes: a case; a tub which is provided inside the case to form a washing space where a target of washing is received; a spray arm which sprays washing water into the tub; a sump which is disposed under the tub to store the washing water; a washing pump which supplies the washing water stored in the sump to the spray arm and generates steam; a steam nozzle which sprays the steam generated in the washing pump to the washing space; and a steam hose which connects the washing pump and the steam nozzle, wherein the sump comprises a steam hose supporter that supports the steam hose. 1. A dishwasher comprising:a case;a tub located inside of the case, the tub defining a washing space configured to receive one or more objects;a spray arm configured to spray washing water into the tub;a sump located vertically below the tub and configured to store washing water;a washing pump that is configured to receive water from the sump, that is configured to supply washing water received from the sump to the spray arm, and that is configured to generate steam from washing water received from the sump;a steam nozzle configured to spray steam generated in the washing pump to the washing space; anda steam hose that connects the washing pump to the steam nozzle,wherein the sump comprises a steam hose supporter configured to support the steam hose.2. The dishwasher of claim 1 , wherein the washing pump comprises a steam discharge pipe configured to connect to the steam hose and configured to discharge steam to the steam hose claim 1 , andwherein the steam hose supporter is located vertically above an upper end of the steam discharge pipe and vertically below a lower end of the steam nozzle.3. The dishwasher of claim 2 , wherein the washing pump further comprises an outflow pipe that is configured to discharge washing water from the washing ...

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Номер записи: 69
28-02-2019 дата публикации

PUMP AND DISHWASHER COMPRISING THE SAME

Номер: US20190059690A1
Автор: KIM Minseong, PARK Hyungman, WOO Sangwoo
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The present disclosure relates to a pump which sends washing water and generates steam in order to wash the dishes or the cooking utensils, and a dishwasher including the same. The pump according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a housing; an impeller which is disposed inside the housing and flows washing water; and a heater which is coupled to a lower side of the housing and generates steam by heating the washing water in the housing, wherein the housing includes: a pump lower portion through which the washing water is introduced by rotation of the impeller; and a pump upper portion through which the washing water flows out by rotation of the impeller and the steam generated by the heater flows out, thereby generating steam. 1. A pump comprising:a housing configured to receive washing water;an impeller that is located inside of the housing and that is configured to rotate with respect to the housing, the impeller being configured to cause flow of washing water; anda heater that is coupled to a lower side of the housing, that is configured to heat washing water in the housing, and that is configured to generate steam from washing water in the housing, a pump lower portion configured to receive washing water based on rotation of the impeller, and', 'a pump upper portion configured to, based on rotation of the impeller, discharge washing water and steam from the housing., 'wherein the housing comprises2. The pump of claim 1 , wherein the pump upper portion comprises:an upper chamber configured to accommodate the impeller;a washing water outflow pipe configured to discharge washing water; anda steam discharge pipe configured to discharge steam from the pump.3. The pump of claim 2 , wherein the washing water outflow pipe is oriented to discharge water in a first direction claim 2 , andwherein the steam discharge pipe is configured to discharge steam in a second direction opposite to the first direction.4. The pump of claim 2 , wherein the steam ...

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Номер записи: 70
28-02-2019 дата публикации

WASHING PUMP AND DISHWASHER INCLUDING THE SAME

Номер: US20190059691A1
Автор: KIM Minseong, PARK Hyungman, Yang Daebong
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Disclosed is a washing pump for spraying washing water or steam to wash dishes or cooking appliances, and a dishwasher including the same. The washing pump according to the present invention includes: a housing; a partition wall which is vertically divides an inner space of the housing; an impeller which is rotatably disposed over the partition wall in the housing to cause washing water to flow; a heater which is disposed under the partition wall to heat the washing water in the housing so as to generate steam; and a steam discharge pipe which is disposed over the partition wall to discharge the steam, generated by the heater, to an outside of the housing. Accordingly, steam may be generated by the heater and discharged. 1. A washing pump comprising:a housing configured to receive washing water;a partition wall that divides an inner space of the housing;an impeller that is located vertically above the partition wall, that is configured to rotate relative to the housing, and that is configured to cause flow of washing water;a heater that is located vertically below the partition wall, that is configured to heat washing water in the housing, and that is configured to generate steam from washing water in the housing; anda steam discharge pipe located vertically above the partition wall and configured to discharge steam generated by the heater to an outside of the housing.2. The washing pump of claim 1 , wherein the heater is configured to couple to a bottom of the housing claim 1 , andwherein a part of the heater is located inside of the housing.3. The washing pump of claim 1 , wherein the heater comprises:a heater cover that defines a bottom surface of the housing; anda heating element configured to contact a lower side of the heater cover to heat the heater cover.4. The washing pump of claim 3 , wherein a part of the heater cover protrudes upward from the bottom surface of the housing to define a space configured to receive a part of the heating element.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 71
28-02-2019 дата публикации

HEATING ASSEMBLY FOR A WASHING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20190059694A1
Автор: Hofmann Adam Christopher, Thiyagarajan Ramasamy
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A dishwashing appliance includes a first water storage tank, a second water storage tank, and a heat pipe heat exchanger comprising a condenser section and an evaporator section. The evaporator section is in operative communication with the first water storage tank and the condenser section is in operative communication with the second water storage tank. 1. A dishwashing appliance , comprising:a first water storage tank;a second water storage tank; anda heat pipe heat exchanger comprising a condenser section and an evaporator section, the evaporator section in operative communication with the first water storage tank, the condenser section in operative communication with the second water storage tank.2. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , further comprising a fluid circulation system configured to deliver fluid from the second water storage tank to the first water storage tank.3. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , further comprising a tub defining a wash chamber and a fluid circulation system configured to deliver fluid to the wash chamber claim 1 , wherein the first water storage tank and the second water storage tank are in fluid communication with the fluid circulation system.4. The dishwashing appliance of claim 3 , wherein the first water storage tank comprises a sump positioned at a bottom of the wash chamber for receiving fluid from the wash chamber.5. The dishwashing appliance of claim 4 , further comprising at least one spray-arm assembly positioned within the wash chamber claim 4 , wherein the fluid circulation system includes a recirculation pump positioned in the sump claim 4 , the recirculation pump operable to deliver fluid from the sump to the at least one spray-arm assembly.6. The dishwashing appliance of claim 3 , wherein the fluid circulation system is configured to deliver fluid from the second water storage tank to the first water storage tank.7. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , wherein the second water storage tank is in direct ...

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Номер записи: 72
28-02-2019 дата публикации

HEATING ASSEMBLY FOR A WASHING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20190059695A1
Автор: Hofmann Adam Christopher, Thiyagarajan Ramasamy
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A drying system includes a tub defining a wet chamber, a water storage chamber, an inlet defined in the tub and providing fluid communication into the wet chamber and a heat pipe heat exchanger. The heat pipe heat exchanger includes a condenser section and an evaporator section. The condenser section is in operative communication with the inlet upstream of the wet chamber and the evaporator section is in operative communication with the water storage chamber. 1. A dishwashing appliance , comprising:a tub defining a wash chamber;a water storage chamber;an inlet defined in the tub and providing fluid communication into the wash chamber;anda heat pipe heat exchanger comprising a condenser section and an evaporator section, the condenser section in operative communication with the inlet upstream of the wash chamber, the evaporator section in operative communication with the water storage chamber.2. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , wherein the water storage chamber comprises a sump positioned at a bottom of the wash chamber for receiving fluid from the wash chamber.3. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , further comprising a fan configured to urge air through the inlet.4. The dishwashing appliance of claim 3 , wherein the fan is configured to urge air from an ambient environment through the inlet.5. The dishwashing appliance of claim 3 , wherein the fan is configured to urge air from a heating conduit through the inlet.6. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , further comprising a heating conduit extending between the water storage chamber and the inlet.7. The dishwashing appliance of claim 6 , wherein the heating conduit comprises an upstream end and a downstream end spaced apart from the upstream end claim 6 , the condenser section of the heat pipe heat exchanger positioned at the upstream end of the heating conduit and the downstream end of the heating conduit positioned at the inlet.8. The dishwashing appliance of claim 1 , wherein the condenser section of ...

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Номер записи: 73
10-03-2016 дата публикации

TURBINE FLUID DIVERTER FOR AN APPLIANCE

Номер: US20160066765A1
Автор: Boyer Joel Charles
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The present invention provides a dishwasher appliance and a diverter for a dishwasher appliance. The diverter uses a turbine powered by a flow of fluid from a pump to switch between different outlet ports. In a dishwasher appliance, fluid from the pump that, e.g., supplies one or more spray assemblies can be used to cause the diverter to switch between different fluid outlets and the different spray assemblies or other fluid-using elements. A separate motor to power the diverter or cycling of the pump to change the position of the diverter is not required, which allows a savings in energy usage, costs, and space. 1. A fluid flow diverter for a dishwasher appliance , comprising:a housing defining an inlet for the ingress of a flow of fluid into a diverter chamber, the housing further defining an outlet for the egress of fluid from the diverter chamber;a distribution plate defining a plurality of outlet ports, the distribution plate positioned at the outlet of the housing;a diverter disc positioned adjacent the distribution plate, the diverter disc defining a diverter aperture;a turbine wheel positioned in the flow of fluid from the inlet such that the flow of fluid causes a rotational motion of the turbine wheel about an axis extending therethrough; anda plurality of gears for transmitting the rotational motion of the turbine to the diverter disc to rotate the diverter disc about an axis extending therethrough.2. The fluid flow diverter of claim 1 , wherein the diverter disc rotates at a constant rate to divert fluid through each outlet port in succession.3. The fluid flow diverter of claim 1 , wherein the diverter aperture is shaped such that claim 1 , as the diverter rotates claim 1 , at least a portion of an outlet port remains open for the egress of fluid from the diverter chamber.4. The fluid flow diverter of claim 1 , wherein the turbine wheel further comprises a plurality of blades positioned in the flow of fluid from the inlet.5. The fluid flow diverter of ...

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Номер записи: 74
12-03-2015 дата публикации

SILVERWARE, FLATWARE OR PARTS WASHER APPARATUS AND METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20150068564A1
Автор: CANTRELL JOHN W., CHURCHILL MARK, GAST DAVID, LICATA MICHAEL
Принадлежит:

An apparatus and a method of washing (or pre-washing) silverware/flatware, or one or more other objects/parts is provided. The apparatus and method utilizes a fluid-push/pull system and method in which generally an entire volume of fluid is pushed or pulled through a cavity in which the silverware/flatware or other objects/parts are located. A cavity is filled with fluid, a mass of silverware or other item(s) is located within the cavity, generally an entire volume of fluid is pumped out of the cavity, and the pumped fluid is directed back into the cavity to create a generally continuous flow of generally an entire volume of fluid through the cavity. 1. A fluid circulating system comprising:a housing including a cavity for locating silverware, flatware or one or more other items during operation;a pumping system including a manifolding associated with an opening at a first location in association with said cavity;wherein said manifolding defines a fluid path extending from said opening to another location of said cavity differing from said first location; andwherein said fluid path creates a generally continuous flow of fluid across substantially an entire cross section of said cavity between said opening and said another location, where fluid is present.2. The fluid circulating system as claimed in wherein said fluid path creates a generally continuous flow of fluid through generally the entire volume of said cavity.3. The fluid circulating system as claimed in wherein said pumping system and/or said manifolding is capable of pumping generally instantaneously an entire volume of fluid out of said cavity by creating a column of fluid that can blast through an entire flood plane created within said cavity and wherein said cavity remains substantially filed with fluid during operation.4. The fluid circulating system as claimed in wherein said opening is an intake port to pull fluid from said cavity.5. The fluid circulating system as claimed in wherein said opening is ...

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Номер записи: 75
28-02-2019 дата публикации

COVER FOR CENTRIFUGAL PUMP

Номер: US20190063456A1
Автор: Biasi Maurizio, Montagner Damiano, Zanella Stefano, ZOPPAS Federico
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A cover () for centrifugal pump comprising a heating element () which has a heating stretch () and two end stretches () connected to the heating stretch (), in which the heating element () crosses the cover () so that the heating stretch () is below the cover () and the two end stretches () are above the cover (), and wherein at least one first portion () of the heating stretch () is in contact with the cover (), and wherein at least one second portion () of the heating stretch () is spaced apart from the inner face (). 1. A cover for a centrifugal pump for a liquid of a household appliance , the cover comprising an inner face destined to come into contact with the liquid and', 'an outer face, opposite to the inner face,, 'a wall having'} a heating stretch, and', 'two end stretches connected to the heating stretch,, 'an electric resistor for heating the liquid, fixed to the cover and having'} the heating stretch extends from the side of the inner face and', 'the two end stretches project from the side of the outer face,, 'wherein the electric resistor crosses the cover so that'}whereby the heating stretch is apt to be in contact with the liquid,wherein the at least one second portion of the heating stretch is spaced apart from the inner face,characterized in thatsaid at least one first portion of the heating stretch is in contact with the inner face,and in thatsaid at least one first portion is welded or brazed to the inner face.2. The cover according to claim 1 , wherein the heating stretch defines an axis X claim 1 , and wherein the at least one first portion has a length along the axis X ranging between 1% and 50% of an overall length of the heating stretch along the axis X.3. The cover according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one second portion has a length along the axis X which is greater than a length along the axis X of the at least one first portion.4. The cover according to claim 3 , wherein the at least one first portion has a length along the axis X ...

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Номер записи: 76
28-02-2019 дата публикации

THIN LAYERED HEATING ELEMENT FOR A FLUID PUMP

Номер: US20190063462A1
Автор: Winkler Jürgen
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A heating element and fluid pump including that heating element. The heating element for a fluid pump comprises a substrate, preferably made of glass, in particular quartz glass, or ceramics, a thin layer of monocrystalline, polycrystalline or amorphous material provided on top of the substrate, and electrical contacts provided in contact with the thin layer, preferably made of conductive ink or an electrically-conductive paste, wherein the thin layer has a thickness equal to or smaller than 10 μm. 1. A heating element for a fluid pump , comprising:a substrate;a thin layer of monocrystalline, polycrystalline, or amorphous material provided on the substrate; andelectrical contacts in contact with the thin layer,wherein the thin layer has a thickness equal to or smaller than 10 μm.2. The heating element according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of:the heating element is formed as a cylinder with at least partially open ends; andthe heating element is adapted to surround a pump chamber of the fluid pump.3. A fluid pump comprising a fluid pump casing having a cylindrical body portion providing a pump chamber with a cylindrical wall claim 1 , a bottom part and a top part claim 1 , an inlet and an outlet to the pump chamber claim 1 , an impeller rotatably mounted about its axis within the pump chamber claim 1 , the impeller having a central hub with a plurality of vanes extending from the central hub claim 1 , rotation of the impeller causing transference of a fluid admitted into the pump chamber via the inlet through the pump chamber along the cylindrical wall towards the outlet claim 1 ,{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'wherein the cylindrical wall comprises a heating element according to .'}4. The fluid pump according to claim 3 , wherein the heating element is surrounded by the fluid pump casing claim 3 , and a heating reflector is provided between the heating element and the cylindrical wall of the fluid pump casing.5. The fluid pump according to ...

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Номер записи: 77
19-03-2015 дата публикации

Auto-Dishwashing Cleaning Technique

Номер: US20150075568A1
Автор: McKechnie Malcolm, Pedley Edmund, Skop Philip, Wasonga John
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A method of cleaning tableware in an automatic dishwashing machine comprising: 1) allowing a mist of a cleaning product, wherein the cleaning product has been atomized to a size wherein greater than 95% of the particles have a diameter less than 2 microns, to contact the food soiled tableware to be cleaned; and 2) removing the food soil on the tableware by using a cleaning fluid; and wherein the second step is to be performed after the first step. A dishwasher comprising a device capable of atomising a cleaning product, wherein the device is capable of atomizing the cleaning product such that greater than 95% of the particles are less than 2 microns in diameter. 1. A method of cleaning tableware in an automatic dishwashing machine comprising the sequential steps of:misting a cleaning product that has been atomized to a size wherein greater than 95% of the particles have a diameter less than 2 microns, to contact food soiled tableware to be cleaned; andremoving food soil on the tableware with a cleaning fluid.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cleaning product comprises at least one of an alkaline agent claim 1 , a surfactant claim 1 , an enzyme claim 1 , and a bleaching agent.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cleaning fluid is at least 90% water.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cleaning fluid is at least 99% water.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cleaning product is obtained by dissolving at least one of an alkaline agent claim 1 , a surfactant claim 1 , an enzyme and a bleaching agent in water.6. The method of further comprising heating the food soiled tableware.7. A dishwasher comprising a system performing the method of8. The dishwasher of claim 7 , wherein the cleaning product comprises at least one of an alkaline agent claim 7 , a surfactant claim 7 , an enzyme and a bleaching agent.9. The dishwasher of claim 7 , wherein the cleaning product is obtained by dissolving at least one of an alkaline agent claim 7 , a surfactant claim 7 , an ...

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Номер записи: 78
17-03-2016 дата публикации

Food Waste Collector System With Overhead Sprayer

Номер: US20160073850A1
Автор: Greco Robert A.
Принадлежит: Emerson Electric Co.

A food waste collector system has a tank, a pump that recirculates water by pumping it from the tank through a spout that discharges into the top of the tank, and an overhead sprayer. The overhead sprayer has a nozzle fluidly coupled by a fresh water valve to a fresh water passage of a water line and by a recirculating water valve to a recirculating water passage of the water line. The overhead sprayer also has a valve handle disposed at the nozzle and coupled to the fresh water valve and the recirculating water valve. 1. A food waste collector system , comprising:a tank mounted to a table with a table top surrounding a top of the tank;a pump that recirculates water by pumping it from the tank through a spout that discharges into the top of the tank; andan overhead sprayer having a nozzle fluidly coupled by a fresh water valve to a fresh water passage of a water line and by a recirculating water valve to a recirculating water passage of the water line; and a fresh water position wherein the fresh water valve is open and the recirculating water valve is closed when the valve handle is in the fresh water position; and', 'a recirculating water position wherein the recirculating water valve is open and the fresh water valve is closed when the valve handle is in the recirculating water position., 'a valve handle disposed at the nozzle and coupled to the fresh water valve and the recirculating water valve, the valve handle having2. The food waste collector system of wherein the valve handle is biased to the recirculating water position.3. The food waste collector system of wherein the recirculating water passage is fluidly coupled by a recirculating water shut-off valve to the pump.4. The food waste collector system of wherein the fresh water passage is fluidly coupled to sources of fresh hot and cold water by a mixing valve.5. The food waste collector system of including a perforated container removably receivable in the tank.6. The food waste collector system of ...

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Номер записи: 79
17-03-2016 дата публикации

DISHWASHER APPLIANCE AND A METHOD FOR OPERATING THE SAME

Номер: US20160073851A1
Автор: Mersch Matthew David, Tarr Ronald Scott, Thiyagarajan Ramasamy
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The present subject matter provides a method for operating a dishwasher appliance. The method includes finely filtering wash fluid with a fine filtration medium via cross-flow filtration and coarsely filtering wash fluid with a coarse filtration medium via dead-end filtration. The finely filtered wash fluid is directed to a spray assembly of the dishwasher appliance. A related dishwasher appliance is also provided. 1. A method for operating a dishwasher appliance , the dishwasher appliance having a tub that defines a wash chamber , the dishwasher appliance also having a filter assembly with a fine filtration filter medium and a coarse filtration medium , the method comprising:actuating a diverter valve of the dishwasher appliance to a first configuration;operating a first pump and a second pump of the dishwasher appliance after said step of actuating the diverter valve to the first configuration, the first pump drawing wash fluid from an unfiltered volume of the filter assembly through the fine filtration medium and directing the wash fluid to the spray assembly during said step of operating, the second pump urging the wash fluid from the unfiltered volume of the filter assembly through the coarse filtration medium and directing the wash fluid to the wash chamber of the tub during said step of operating;actuating the diverter valve of the dishwasher appliance to a second configuration after said step of operating; andworking the second pump of the dishwasher appliance after said step of actuating the diverter valve of the dishwasher appliance to the second configuration, the first pump being deactivated during said step of working, the second pump urging the wash fluid from the unfiltered volume of the filter assembly to a drain of the dishwasher appliance during said step of working.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fine filtration medium of the filter assembly filters particles from the wash fluid flowing through the fine filtration medium via cross-flow ...

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Номер записи: 80
24-03-2022 дата публикации

DOMESTIC DISHWASHER

Номер: US20220087501A1
Автор: Eisenbart Bernd, Hoffmann Igor, Lugert Michael, Oblinger Werner
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A household dishwasher includes a washing container receiving a dishwasher load, a pump pot, and a spray arm for applying washing liquor and/or fresh water to the dishwasher load in the washing container. The spray arm is actively driven by a drive system and mounted on the pump pot for rotation about an axis of rotation. The spray arm has a rib geometry that revolves around the axis of rotation and includes an encoding groove running along the axis of rotation. The pump pot includes an encoding rib running along the axis of rotation and corresponding to the encoding groove. The encoding rib is configured for passage through the encoding groove along the axis of rotation during assembly and disassembly of the spray arm so as to enable the spray arm to be assembled on and disassembled from the pump pot in precisely one angular position. 110-. (canceled)11. A household dishwasher , comprising:a washing container for receiving a dishwasher load;a pump pot;a spray arm for applying washing liquor and/or fresh water to the dishwasher load in the washing container, said spray arm being mounted on the pump pot for rotation about an axis of rotation, said spray arm comprising a rib geometry around the axis of rotation and having an encoding groove running along the axis of rotation; anda drive system for actively driving the spray arm,wherein the pump pot comprises an encoding rib running along the axis of rotation and corresponding to the encoding groove, said encoding rib configured for passage through the encoding groove along the axis of rotation during assembly and disassembly of the spray arm so as to enable the spray arm to be assembled on and disassembled from the pump pot in precisely one angular position.12. The household dishwasher of claim 11 , wherein the drive system comprises a drive element having a drive shaft mounted for rotation about an axis of rotation.13. The household dishwasher of claim 12 , wherein the axis of rotation of the spray arm and the axis ...

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Номер записи: 81
07-03-2019 дата публикации

METHOD OF CONTROLLING A CIRCULATION PUMP IN AN APPLIANCE FOR WASHING AND RINSING GOODS

Номер: US20190069752A1
Автор: Persson David
Принадлежит: Electrolux Appliances Aktiebolag

Provided herein are an appliance and method for washing and rinsing goods. The appliance may include a circulation pump, a sensing arrangement arranged to measure an indication of circulation pump pressure or process water flow rate through the circulation pump, and a controller arranged to control operating speed of the circulation pump. The controller may be further arranged to detect that the indicated circulation pump pressure or process water flow rate through the circulation pump is insufficient, and gradually reduce operating speed of the circulation pump until the circulation pump pressure or the process water flow rate through the circulation pump is at a sufficient operational level. 1. A method of controlling a circulation pump in an appliance for washing and rinsing goods , comprising:detecting insufficient circulation pump pressure or process water flow rate through the circulation pump;{'sub': 'OP', 'gradually reducing operating speed of the circulation pump until the circulation pump pressure or the process water flow rate through the circulation pump is at a sufficient operational level (T).'}2. The method of claim 1 , the gradual reduction of circulation pump operating speed comprising:reducing the operating speed of the circulation pump; and{'sub': 'OP', 'determining whether the circulation pump pressure or the process water flow rate through the circulation pump is at the sufficient operational level (T), wherein further reduction of the operating speed of the circulation pump is performed unless the sufficient operational level is reached.'}3. The method of claim 1 , wherein stepwise reduction of the operating speed of the circulation pump is performed.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the reduction is performed by ramping down the operating speed of the circulation pump.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:{'sub': 'T', 'gradually increasing the operating speed of the circulation pump until the circulation pump pressure or process water ...

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Номер записи: 82
16-03-2017 дата публикации

DISHWASHER SYSTEM WITH A REUSE TANK

Номер: US20170071439A1
Автор: BUSER JOSEF A., DELGADO KRISTOPHER L., STOWE ELLIOTT V.
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A method of operating a dishwasher having a wash tub and a reuse tank for storing liquid for subsequent reuse, wherein the condition of the water in the reuse tank may be monitored and/or acted upon to limit the likelihood of undesired effects associated with the growth of micro-organisms in the liquid. 1. A method of operating a dishwasher comprising a tub forming a treating chamber and a reuse tank fluidly coupled to the tub for storing liquid from the treating chamber for subsequent reuse , the method comprising:supplying liquid to the reuse tank;monitoring an air temperature within the dishwasher; anddraining the liquid from the reuse tank when the air temperature decreases to less than or equal to a temperature threshold.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the supplying the liquid comprises supplying liquid from the tub.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the supplying the liquid comprises supplying liquid used in a previous cycle phase of a treating cycle of operation.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the monitoring the air temperature comprises sensing the air temperature using a thermistor.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the sensing the air temperature comprises sensing the temperature inside the dishwasher.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein the sensing the air temperature comprises sensing the temperature inside the reuse tank.7. The method of claim 4 , wherein the sensing the air temperature comprises sensing the temperature inside a sump.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the draining the liquid from the reuse tank comprises disposing the liquid through a drain conduit.9. The method of claim 7 , wherein the draining the liquid from the reuse tank comprises draining the liquid to the tub.10. The method of claim 7 , wherein the temperature threshold is less than or equal to about 3° C.11. A method of limiting the growth of biological organisms in a reuse tank of a dishwasher comprising a tub forming a treating chamber and fluidly coupled to the reuse tank ...

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Номер записи: 83
16-03-2017 дата публикации

VARIABLE POSITION DIVERTER FOR AN APPLIANCE

Номер: US20170071441A1
Автор: Curtis Craig, Durham Kyle Edward
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A variable position diverter that provides wash fluid to selected combinations of outlet ports and spray assemblies. The diverter includes a housing having a first fluid outlet, a second fluid outlet, and a valve disk having four apertures. The valve disk is rotated relative to the housing to align one or more of the four apertures with one or both of the first fluid outlet and the second fluid outlet to selectively control the flow of wash fluid through corresponding spray assemblies. Selectively diverting wash fluid in this manner can improve wash performance and reduce cycle time while meeting government regulations regarding water usage. 1. A dishwasher appliance , comprising:a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing;a pump for providing fluid flow for cleaning the articles; and a housing defining a diverter chamber and having a top portion;', 'a slot defined in the top portion of the housing for providing fluid communication between the diverter chamber and the wash chamber, the slot having an inlet directly connected to the diverter chamber and an outlet directly connected to the wash chamber;', 'a fluid inlet for receiving fluid flow from the pump;', 'a first fluid outlet in fluid communication with the first spray assembly and a second fluid outlet in fluid communication with the second spray assembly, the first fluid outlet and the second fluid outlet being defined by the housing and being spaced apart by 180 degrees along the circumferential direction; and', a disk defining four apertures, the four apertures being positioned along the circumferential direction at 0, 60, 120, and 180 degrees; and', 'a positioning assembly configured to rotate the disk incrementally through three angular positions, each of the three angular positions being separated by 120 degrees., 'a valve positioned within the housing, the valve being rotatable along the circumferential direction, the valve comprising], 'a diverter for selectively controlling the fluid flow to a ...

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Номер записи: 84
16-03-2017 дата публикации

VARIABLE POSITION DIVERTER FOR AN APPLIANCE

Номер: US20170071442A1
Автор: Boyer Joel Charles
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A variable position diverter that provides wash fluid to selected combinations of outlet ports and spray assemblies. The diverter includes a housing having four fluid outlet ports, two of which are elongated, and a valve disk having a single elongated aperture. The valve disk is rotated relative to the housing to align the elongated aperture with one or more of the four fluid outlet ports to selectively control the flow of wash fluid through corresponding spray assemblies. The elongated aperture of the valve disk may at least partially open two adjacent outlet ports at a selected angular position. Selectively diverting wash fluid in this manner can improve wash performance and reduce cycle time while meeting government regulations regarding water usage. 1. A dishwasher appliance , comprising:a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing;a pump for providing fluid flow for cleaning the articles; and a housing;', 'a fluid inlet for receiving fluid flow from the pump;', 'a fluid outlet comprising four outlet ports spaced apart along the circumferential direction, the four outlet ports comprising a circular first outlet port being centered at approximately 0 degrees, an elongated second outlet port being centered at approximately 72 degrees, a circular third outlet port being centered at approximately 170 degrees, and an elongated fourth outlet port being centered at approximately 260 degrees; and', a disk defining an elongated aperture, the elongated aperture defining a central axis having an arc length measured along the circumferential direction sufficient to at least partially open two adjacent outlet ports at a selected angular position; and', 'a positioning assembly configured to rotate the disk incrementally through a plurality of angular positions to selectively align the elongated aperture with one or more of the four outlet ports., 'a valve positioned within the housing, the valve being rotatable along the circumferential direction, the valve comprising], ...

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Номер записи: 85
16-03-2017 дата публикации

VARIABLE POSITION DIVERTER FOR AN APPLIANCE

Номер: US20170071443A1
Автор: Boyer Joel Charles, Mersch Matthew David
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A variable position diverter that provides wash fluid to selected combinations of outlet ports and spray assemblies. The diverter includes a housing having four fluid outlet ports, and a valve disk having a three apertures. The valve disk is rotated relative to the housing to align one or more of the three apertures with one or more of the four fluid outlet ports to selectively control the flow of wash fluid through corresponding spray assemblies. Selectively diverting wash fluid in this manner can improve wash performance and reduce cycle time while meeting government regulations regarding water usage. 1. A dishwasher appliance , comprising:a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing;a pump for providing fluid flow for cleaning the articles; and a housing;', 'a fluid inlet for receiving fluid flow from the pump;', 'a fluid outlet comprising four outlet ports, each of the four outlet ports being spaced apart by 90 degrees along the circumferential direction; and', a disk defining a flange extending around a circumference of the disk and along the axial direction toward the fluid inlet, the disk further defining three apertures, the three apertures being positioned along the circumferential direction at 0, 90, and 225 degrees; and', 'a positioning assembly configured to rotate the disk incrementally through eight angular positions, each of the eight angular positions being separated by 45 degrees., 'a valve positioned within the housing, the valve being rotatable along the circumferential direction, the valve comprising], 'a diverter for selectively controlling the fluid flow to a plurality of spray assemblies, the diverter defining an axial direction, a radial direction, and a circumferential direction, the diverter comprising2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. The dishwasher appliance of claim 1 , wherein the positioning assembly comprises:a cylindrically-shaped well defined by the housing;a cylindrically-shaped shaft connected to the disk and extending along the ...

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Номер записи: 86
14-03-2019 дата публикации

HOME LAUNDRY WASHING MACHINE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THEREOF

Номер: US20190075999A1
Автор: Mazzon Andrea
Принадлежит: Electrolux Appliances Aktiebolag

A method to control a laundry washing machine having—an outer casing, a washing tub; a rotatable drum; a water softening device provided with ion exchanger agents designed to reduce the hardness degree of fresh water to be used during said washing program; a brine tank which is designed to supply, during a regeneration cycle, a prefixed amount of the brine to the water softening device for regenerating the ion exchanger agents; perform a waste-brine cleaning cycle for washing-out the waste brine solution contained in the water softening device and/or in the brine tank. The method controls the washing machine according to a washing program comprising one or more a washing phases, one or more rinse phases and one or more spin phases; and performs the regeneration cycle and the waste-brine cleaning cycle during respective washing program phases, which are different one to the other. 1. A method to control a laundry washing machine comprising an outer casing , a washing tub placed inside said outer casing a rotatable drum housed in axially rotatable manner inside the washing tub and structured for housing the laundry to be washed , a water softening device provided with ion exchanger agents designed to reduce the hardness degree of fresh water to be supplied to the washing tub , and a brine tank configured to contain brine for regenerating ion exchanger agents contained in the water softening device , the method comprising: a washing phase,', 'a e rinse phase, and', 'a spin phase,, 'performing a plurality of washing program phases including at leastperforming a regeneration cycle, in which a prefixed amount of the brine is supplied to the water softening device, during a first washing program phase; andperforming a waste-brine cleaning cycle for washing-out the waste brine solution contained in-salt h water softening device and/or in the brine tank during a second washing program phase, the second washing phase being different from the first washing phase.2. The method ...

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Номер записи: 87
22-03-2018 дата публикации

SILVERWARE, FLATWARE OR PARTS WASHER APPARATUS AND METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20180078111A1
Автор: CANTRELL JOHN W., CHURCHILL MARK, GAST DAVID, LICATA MICHAEL
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An apparatus and a method of washing (or pre-washing) silverware/flatware, or one or more other objects/parts is provided. The apparatus and method utilizes a fluid-push/pull pumping system and method in which generally an entire volume of fluid is pushed or pulled through a cavity of a housing in which the silverware/flatware or other objects/parts are located. The housing is configured to hold a mass of silverware or other item(s) within the cavity. The pumping system is configured to pump generally an entire volume of fluid out of the cavity, and to direct the pumped fluid back into the cavity to create a generally continuous flow of generally an entire volume of fluid through the cavity, thereby causing the fluid to flow through the mass of silverware or other item(s). 1. A fluid circulating system for washing items , the system comprising:a housing including a cavity for locating silverware, flatware or one or more other items during operation; anda pumping system including a manifolding in fluid communication with said cavity of said housing, said manifolding being associated with an opening at a first location in association with said cavity;wherein said manifolding defines a fluid path extending from said opening to another location of said cavity differing from said first location; andwherein said pumping system creates a generally continuous flow of fluid across substantially an entire cross section of said cavity, such that fluid is caused to flow between items located within said cavity.2. The fluid circulating system as claimed in wherein said fluid path creates a generally continuous flow of fluid through generally the entire volume of said cavity.3. The fluid circulating system as claimed in wherein said pumping system and/or said manifolding is capable of pumping generally instantaneously an entire volume of fluid out of said cavity by creating a column of fluid that can blast through an entire flood plain created within said cavity and wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 88
22-03-2018 дата публикации

SINGLE DRIVE AXIS MOTOR FOR A DISHWASHER APPLIANCE

Номер: US20180078112A1
Автор: Dries John Edward
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A dishwasher appliance is provided having a fluid circulation assembly that uses a single motor and a common drive shaft to rotate both a wash pump impeller and a drain pump impeller. The wash pump impeller and the drain pump impeller are separated by a filter to prevent food soil from being circulated by the wash pump impeller. The common drive shaft passes through an aperture in the filter, the aperture being sealed to prevent the passing of food soil by an inlet guide assembly. The inlet guide assembly includes an upper inlet guide and a lower inlet guide that define a clearance bore and a washer chamber. A washer is positioned in the washer chamber to prevent the flow of food soil through the clearance bore. 1. A fluid circulation assembly defining a vertical direction and comprising:a motor having a top side and a bottom side;a drive shaft rotatably coupled to the motor, the drive shaft defining an axial direction and a radial direction and having a top portion extending out of the top side of the motor and a bottom portion extending out of the bottom side of the motor;an upper bearing positioned at and operably coupled with the top portion of the drive shaft;a lower bearing positioned at and operably coupled with the bottom portion of the drive shaft;a filter defining an aperture, the bottom portion of the drive shaft extending through the aperture;a wash pump impeller coupled to the bottom portion of the drive shaft above the filter along the vertical direction; anda drain pump impeller coupled to the bottom portion of the drive shaft below the filter along the vertical direction.2. The fluid circulation assembly of claim 1 , wherein the lower bearing is positioned above both the wash pump impeller and the drain pump impeller along the vertical direction.3. The fluid circulation assembly of claim 1 , further comprising an inlet guide assembly claim 1 , the inlet guide assembly being positioned at the aperture of the filter comprising:an upper inlet guide;a ...

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Номер записи: 89
24-03-2016 дата публикации

WAREWASHER WITH DRAIN WATER TEMPERING SYSTEM WITH ENERGY RECOVERY USING PLATE HEAT EXCHANGERS

Номер: US20160081528A1
Автор: Anim-Mensah Alexander R., Waechter Bryan J.
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A warewash machine includes a housing at least in part defining a chamber for cleaning wares and a sump for collecting hot cleaning water that is recirculated through the chamber during cleaning A drain path is provided for draining cleaning water from the sump and a fresh water input line includes at least a fresh water input that receives fresh water. A waste water heat recovery arrangement includes one or more plate heat exchanger units that transfer heat from the draining cleaning water to the incoming fresh water. 1. A warewash machine , comprising:a housing at least in part defining a chamber for cleaning wares;a sump for collecting hot cleaning water that is recirculated through the chamber during cleaning;a drain path for draining cleaning water from the sump;a fresh water input line including at least a fresh water input that receives fresh water; a self-contained plate heat exchanger unit including a waste water input, a waste water output, a fresh water input, a fresh water output and a heat exchange volume within the unit,', 'wherein the fresh water input is operatively connected to receive water from the fresh water input line, the waste water input is operatively connected to receive cleaning water draining along the drain path,', 'wherein a plurality of heat exchanger plates are arranged within the heat exchange volume to define at least one fresh water flow path along one side of a first plate and a waste water flow path along an opposite side of the first plate, such that heat from waste water traveling along the waste water flow path is transferred through the first plate to fresh water traveling along the fresh water flow path., 'a waste water heat recovery arrangement including2. The warewash machine of wherein multiple fresh water flow paths and multiple waste water flow paths are present on opposite sides of multiple plates within the heat exchange volume.3. The warewash machine of wherein the self-contained plate heat exchanger unit is located ...

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Номер записи: 90
23-03-2017 дата публикации

FLUID CIRCULATION SYSTEM FOR DISHWASHER APPLIANCES

Номер: US20170079503A1
Автор: Dries John Edward
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Fluid circulation systems for dishwasher appliances are provided. A fluid circulation system includes a sump and a pump. The fluid circulation system further includes a filter at least partially disposed within a chamber of the sump and surrounding an impeller of the pump, and an outlet conduit for flowing fluid from the sump to a wash chamber. The fluid circulation system further includes a manifold disposed proximate an outer surface of a sidewall of the filter, the manifold defining a plurality of apertures for flowing fluid therethrough and towards the outer surface of the sidewall of the filter, and a valve disposed within the outlet conduit, the valve movable between a first position wherein fluid flowed through the valve is exhausted from the valve into the outlet conduit and towards the wash chamber and a second position wherein fluid flowed through the valve is diverted to the manifold. 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 at least partially disposed within the chamber and surrounding the impeller, the filter comprising a sidewall having an inner surface and an outer surface, the sidewall defining a plurality of perforations extending therethrough;an outlet conduit for flowing fluid from the sump to the wash chamber, the outlet conduit in fluid communication with the pump for receiving fluid from the pump;a manifold disposed proximate the outer surface of the sidewall of the filter, the manifold defining a plurality of apertures for flowing fluid therethrough and towards the outer surface of the sidewall of the filter; anda valve disposed within the outlet conduit, the valve movable between a first position wherein fluid flowed ...

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Номер записи: 91
12-03-2020 дата публикации

GLASSES RACK FOR DISHWASHER

Номер: US20200077865A1
Автор: BALINSKI STEVEN B., Brightbill David Jason, FERENCEVICH JOSEPH T., Roderick Frederick Thomas, Roth Ryan Kevin, Snell William J., TULLER BARRY E.
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A dishwasher can include a tub defining a treating chamber receiving dishes for treatment, a spray system providing treating liquid to the treating chamber, a first dish rack located in the tub and having a bottom wall with inclined portions configured to cradle a glass therebetween and prevent the glass from rolling. 1. A dishwasher , comprising:a tub defining a treating chamber adapted for receiving dishes for treatment;a spray system providing treating liquid to the treating chamber; anda wire dish rack selectively moveable into and out of the tub, the wire dish rack having a bottom wall, a side wall extending upwardly from the bottom wall and terminating in an upper edge, with an upwardly angled portion formed in the bottom wall comprising at least two spaced apart inclined portions forming a portion of the bottom wall and terminating at the side wall, wherein the at least two spaced apart inclined portions are configured to cradle a glass at an inclined angle and prevent the glass from rolling.2. The dishwasher of wherein the bottom wall further comprises a series of spaced apart inclined portions claim 1 , the series of spaced apart inclined portions forming a set of cradles extending from a front to a rear of the wire dish rack.3. The dishwasher of wherein the series of spaced apart inclined portions are configured to hold glasses at a first incline angled less than about 45 degrees relative to horizontal.4. The dishwasher of wherein the spray system comprises a spray tube mounted to the wire dish rack and positioned to spray treating liquid into an interior of the glasses.5. The dishwasher of wherein the first incline angle of the glasses is in a range of 5 degrees to 15 degrees.6. The dishwasher of wherein the bottom wall further comprises a second series of spaced apart inclined portions along a second side of wire dish rack claim 5 , the second series of spaced apart inclined portions forming a second set of cradles extending from the front to the rear of ...

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Номер записи: 92
02-04-2015 дата публикации

SPRAY CONTROL ASSEMBLY FOR A DISHWASHING APPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONAL CONTROL FOR SPRAY ARMS

Номер: US20150090306A1
Автор: Boyer Joel Charles
Принадлежит: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY

A spray control assembly for a dishwashing appliance is provided. Using concentric flow paths, the spray control assembly allows selection of e.g., the rotational direction for at least one spray arm assembly. The selection of flow through e.g., multiple different spray assemblies is also provided. The spray control assembly incorporates a diverter having multiple port selections. 1. A dishwasher appliance , comprising:a tub that defines a wash chamber;a rack assembly mounted within the wash chamber of the tub and configured for receipt of articles for washing;a pump for providing a flow of fluid for cleaning the articles; a first outlet port;', 'a second outlet port; the diverter configured for switching between the fluid outlet ports to provide for a fluid flow out of one of the fluid outlet ports at a time; and', a first channel positioned to receive fluid from the first outlet port and having a first channel outlet; and', 'a second channel positioned to receive fluid from the second outlet port and having a second channel outlet; wherein the first channel outlet and the second channel outlet are concentric and the second channel outlet surrounds the first channel outlet., 'an adapter connected to the diverter, the adapter comprising'}], 'a diverter that receives fluid from the pump, the diverter comprising'}2. The dishwasher appliance of claim 1 , further comprising:a bearing connected with the rotatable spray arm assembly; andwherein the adapter defines a recess into which the bearing is rotatably received.3. The dishwasher appliance of claim 2 , wherein the bearing comprises:a first flow path in fluid communication with the first channel outlet; anda second flow path in fluid communication with the second channel outlet.4. The dishwasher appliance of claim 3 , wherein the first flow path and the second flow path are concentric claim 3 , and wherein the second flow path surrounds the first flow path.5. The dishwasher appliance of claim 3 , wherein the bearing ...

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Номер записи: 93
29-03-2018 дата публикации

Hydraulically actuated diverter for an appliance

Номер: US20180084967A1
Автор: Christopher Brandon Ross, Daniel J. Hart, Kyle Durham
Принадлежит: Haier US Appliance Solutions Inc

A hydraulically actuated diverter for selectively controlling a flow of wash fluid in a dishwashing appliance is provided. The hydraulically actuated diverter includes a top portion and a bottom portion that are coupled together to form a diverter chamber. A shaft of a diverter valve is slidably received within a channel defined by the bottom portion of the diverter. The shaft and the channel define an annular gap that allows the shaft to slide and rotate within the diverter chamber. The shaft defines an alignment member positioned within the annular gap to prevent the shaft from moving out of alignment with the channel, reducing the likelihood of excessive friction and binding of the diverter valve.

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Номер записи: 94
30-03-2017 дата публикации

Dishwasher with Filter Assembly

Номер: US20170086642A1
Автор: TULLER BARRY E., WELCH RODNEY M.
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A dishwasher with a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber, a liquid spraying system, a liquid recirculation system defining a recirculation flow path, and a liquid filtering system. The liquid filtering system includes a filter disposed in the recirculation flow path to filter the liquid. 1. A dishwasher for treating utensils according to a cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber;a liquid spraying system supplying a spray of liquid to the treating chamber;a liquid recirculation system recirculating the sprayed liquid from the treating chamber to the liquid spraying system to define a recirculation flow path;a rotating filter having an upstream surface and a downstream surface and located within the recirculation flow path such that the recirculation flow path passes through the filter from the upstream surface to the downstream surface to effect a filtering of the sprayed liquid;a first artificial boundary spaced from and rotatable relative to one of the downstream and upstream surfaces; anda second artificial boundary spaced from and rotatable relative to another of the downstream and upstream surfaces;wherein a relative rotation of the first artificial boundary and the second artificial boundary forms an increased shear force zone acting on the rotating filter.2. The dishwasher of wherein both of the first and second artificial boundaries have a helical shape.3. The dishwasher of wherein both of the first and second artificial boundaries has a linear shape.4. The dishwasher of wherein the linear shape extends along a rotational axis of the rotating filter.5. The dishwasher of wherein one of the first and second artificial boundaries has an airfoil cross section.6. The dishwasher of wherein one of the first and second artificial boundaries has a linear shape.7. The dishwasher of wherein the linear shape extends at an angle relative to a rotational axis of the rotating filter.8. The dishwasher of wherein one ...

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Номер записи: 95
30-03-2017 дата публикации

ROTATING FILTER FOR A DISHWASHER AND METHODS OF CLEANING A ROTATING FILTER

Номер: US20170086643A1
Автор: GEDA JACQUELYN R., RAPPETTE ANTONY M.
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A dishwasher with a tub at least partially defining a washing chamber, a liquid spraying system, a liquid recirculation circuit, and a liquid filtering system where the liquid filtering system includes a rotating filter and where a granular agent contacts the rotating filter to clean the filter. Methods of cleaning a rotating filter provided within a liquid flow by scouring the filter with a granular agent. 1. A dishwasher for treating dishes according to an automatic cycle of operation , comprising:a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber;a sprayer spraying a liquid into the treating chamber;a recirculation circuit fluidly coupling the treating chamber to the sprayer and recirculating sprayed liquid back to the sprayer for subsequent spraying;a rotating filter located within the recirculation circuit and filtering liquid passing through the recirculation circuit; anda granular agent reservoir in open communication with at least a portion of the rotating filter and storing a granular agent, which contacts the rotating filter to clean the filter during rotation.2. The dishwasher of wherein the rotating filter is located exteriorly of the tub.3. The dishwasher of claim 2 , wherein the granular agent reservoir is spaced from the rotating filter to define a gap between the granular agent reservoir and the rotating filter.4. The dishwasher of wherein the granular agent reservoir comprises a channel and the granular agent is located within the channel.5. The dishwasher of wherein the granular agent comprises at least one bead.6. The dishwasher of wherein the granular agent reservoir further comprises a flow diverter that increases shear forces acting on a surface of the filter.7. The dishwasher of wherein the granular agent reservoir comprises a shroud enshrouding the filter.8. The dishwasher of wherein relative rotation of the filter to the granular agent reservoir and the at least one bead generates physical contact on the filter to remove soils.9. The ...

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Номер записи: 96
30-03-2017 дата публикации

IN-SITU DOOR REMOVAL DEVICE IN A DISHWASHING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20170086645A1
Автор: Anderson Dale Eugene, Mudd Justin Paul, SHOUP CORY BLAINE
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A dishwasher door hinge assembly and spring linkage device is disclosed that enables the spring linkage to be removed from the hinge while the door remains attached to the hinge assembly and to the appliance. This provides in-situ removal of the door from the appliance without requiring the unit to be removed from the cabinet. Both the hinge and the spring linkage have geometry that allow for separation while the appliance remains mounted in final installed state (in-situ). 1. A dishwashing appliance , comprising:a cabinet defining a wash chamber for the receipt of articles for washing, the cabinet comprising a pair of opposing side walls, a top wall, and a rear wall;a tub disposed inside the cabinet and configured with a front opening;a door positioned at the front opening and hinged at a bottom of the door;a pair of one-piece hinges supported on the door near the bottom and disposed proximate the opposing side walls of the cabinet, each hinge defining a top edge, bottom edge, hinge distal end, and hinge proximal end, the hinge proximal end removably coupled to the door, the hinge distal end defining an arched cutout extending from an enlarged entrance at the bottom edge toward the front opening, the arched cutout and terminating near the hinge distal end; and a clevis removably coupled to the cutout, the clevis defining a clevis proximal end and a clevis distal end, the clevis further comprising a pair of legs positioned on opposing sides of the hinge and extending from the clevis distal end towards the clevis proximal end, and', 'a clevis connecting pin disposed between the pair of legs at the clevis distal end, each clevis leg further comprising at least one tool bore configured for complementary receipt of a linkage removal tool., 'at least one spring linkage, each spring linkage attached to one of the hinges, each spring linkage comprising'}2. (canceled)3. A dishwashing appliance as in claim 1 , wherein the arched cutout further comprises a flattened top apex. ...

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Номер записи: 97
01-04-2021 дата публикации

DISHWASHER WITH IMAGE-BASED DIAGNOSTICS

Номер: US20210093153A1
Автор: Boyer Joel, Dietrich Russell, Digman Robert M., Fawaz Bassam
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A dishwasher and method utilize an imaging system to perform various diagnostic operations within the dishwasher, including one or more of level sensing, filter cleaning, wash tub rinse down, foam detection, imaging system cleaning, and remote viewing. 113.-. (canceled)14. A dishwasher , comprising:a wash tub;a filter disposed in the wash tub;a controllably-movable sprayer; anda controller coupled to the controllably-movable sprayer and configured to control the controllably-movable sprayer to spray fluid onto one or more utensils disposed in the wash tub during a wash cycle, wherein the controller is further configured to clean the filter by controlling the controllably-movable sprayer to spray fluid onto the filter.15. The dishwasher of claim 14 , further comprising an imaging device configured to capture images of the filter claim 14 , wherein the controller is coupled to the imaging device and configured to control the controllably-movable sprayer to spray fluid onto the filter in response to a determination of a dirty filter from one or more images of the filter captured by the imaging device.16. The dishwasher of claim 15 , wherein the controller is further configured to determine the dirty filter by performing image analysis on the captured one or more images.17. The dishwasher of claim 15 , wherein the controller is further configured to determine the dirty filter by communicating the captured one or more images to a remote device that determines the dirty filter claim 15 , and receiving a response associated therewith from the remote device.18. The dishwasher of claim 15 , wherein the controller is further configured to control the controllably-movable sprayer to spray fluid onto the filter in response to a determination of an overflow condition from one or more images of the sump captured by the imaging device.19. The dishwasher of claim 18 , wherein the controller is further configured to detect a slow draining condition in the dishwasher claim 18 , and ...

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Номер записи: 98
01-04-2021 дата публикации

DISHWASHER WITH IMAGE-BASED FLUID CONDITION SENSING

Номер: US20210093155A1
Автор: Boyer Joel
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An image-based fluid condition sensor is configured to sense turbidity or another condition of fluid in the sump of a dishwasher using an image device positioned outside of the sump. 1. A dishwasher , comprising:a wash tub including a sump;an imaging device positioned above the sump and configured to capture images of the sump;an illumination source disposed in the sump and directed at the imaging device; and controlling the illumination source to emit light;', 'controlling the imaging device to capture one or more images of the sump while light is emitted by the illumination source; and', 'determining a value representative of the turbidity of the fluid disposed in the sump based upon a sensed light intensity for the illumination source in the captured one or more images., 'a controller coupled to the imaging device and the illumination source and configured to sense a turbidity of a fluid disposed in the sump by2. A dishwasher , comprising:a wash tub including a sump;an imaging device positioned outside of the sump and configured to capture images of the sump, wherein the imaging device is positioned above the sump and above a maximum fluid level for the sump to capture images of the fluid through a top surface of the fluid; anda controller coupled to the imaging device and configured to sense turbidity of a fluid disposed in the sump by controlling the imaging device to capture one or more images of the sump from which a condition of the fluid in the sump may be determined, wherein the controller is further configured to control the imaging device to capture one or more additional images within the dishwasher to perform a non-fluid condition sensing operation in the dishwasher.34.-. (canceled)5. The dishwasher of claim 2 , wherein the non-fluid condition sensing operation is a load sensing operation claim 2 , an object sensing operation claim 2 , a soil sensing operation claim 2 , remote viewing operation claim 2 , a detergent sensing operation claim 2 , a filter ...

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Номер записи: 99
05-04-2018 дата публикации

Hydraulically Actuated Diverter for an Appliance

Номер: US20180092506A1
Автор: Durham Kyle, Hart Daniel J., Ross Christopher Brandon
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A hydraulically actuated diverter includes a top portion defining a plurality of outlet ports and a bottom portion defining a fluid inlet and being coupled to the top portion to form a diverter chamber. A diverter disk is positioned in the diverter chamber and can move along an axial direction between a first position and a second position. The diverter disk has one or more apertures and may be rotated about the axial direction to selectively place the one or more apertures in fluid communication with the plurality of outlet ports. When water flows through the fluid inlet, the diverter disk moves to the second position and forms a fluid seal with the top portion. To reduce noise resulting from the diverter disk striking the top portion, a strike pad is coupled to and extends from the top portion toward the diverter disk. 1. A dishwashing appliance , comprising:a wash chamber for receipt of articles for washing;a pump for providing a flow of wash fluid for cleaning the articles; a top portion defining a plurality of outlet ports for providing the flow of wash fluid to the wash chamber;', 'a bottom portion coupled with the top portion to form a diverter chamber, the diverter chamber fluidly connecting a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet such that the flow of wash fluid may flow into the diverter chamber through the fluid inlet and out of the diverter chamber through the fluid outlet to one or more of the plurality of outlet ports;', 'a diverter disk defining an axial direction, the diverter disk being positioned within the diverter chamber and being configured to move along the axial direction between a first position and a second position; and', 'a strike pad positioned between the diverter disk and the top portion of the diverter along the axial direction., 'a diverter being configured for receiving the flow of wash fluid from the pump, the diverter comprising2. The dishwasher appliance of claim 1 , wherein the diverter disk defines a top surface claim 1 , the top ...

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Номер записи: 100