Washing machine incorporating detergent tray
US6568017B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 5, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD06F39/086
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A detergent collection tray is provided at a position spaced above a drain port in the sump area of an outer tub of a washing machine, particularly a horizontal axis washing machine. As detergent enters the washing machine during an initial fill operation, the detergent will be caused to flow into the tray and will be prevented from flowing directly into the drain. Therefore, the tray prevents the loss of detergent into the drain by functioning to capture or collect the detergent for use during the washing operation.
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