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Dishwasher with turbidity sensing mechanism

US5586567A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 10, 1995
Grant dateDec 24, 1996
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Expiry dateJan 10, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47L15/4297
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A turbidity sensing mechanism for a dishwasher is connected in the fluid circulation conduit between the pump and the spray mechanism. The mechanism includes a hollow housing enclosing a hollow transparent tube connected in fluid flow relationship with the conduit. A source of electromagnetic radiation and a radiation-to-frequency sensor are positioned inside the housing on opposite sides of the tube.

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