Washing machine, components thereof and methods of cleaning
US11864708B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 18, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jan 9, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 15, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB08B3/02
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method of cleaning a washing machine and components and systems for enabling a user to clean the washing machine are provided. The method includes gaining access to debris that is trapped in otherwise inaccessible and/or concealed areas and/or directing debris out of inaccessible and/or concealed areas. The components include a jet channel that selectively couples to a discharge manifold in use and is removable to provide access to an interior area of the discharge manifold for cleaning. The systems include a removable mount assembly for accessories and a purging system for pumps and other concealed areas. The purging system is configured to discharge purging fluid through a plurality of purging ports and into concealed areas so as to direct debris in the concealed areas out of the concealed areas.
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