Door latch for a dishwasher
US6527315B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 22, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 26, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/702
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A latch assembly for a dishwasher door having a bolt secured to the door. The bolt has a catch including a ramp surface facing toward the tub. An actuator is slidably connected to the bolt. A switch is secured to the bolt such that movement of the actuator may selectively close the switch. A handle is moveably mounted to the bolt in a position for access from the front surface of the door. A strike plate is connected to the tub and includes a latching portion extending toward the door. The strike plate flexes vertically to deflect up over the latch when the door moves to the closed position. The strike plate may be released from the latch by moving the handle upwardly.
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