Apparatus and method for washing of items
US7334941B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 27, 2004 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 14, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD06F95/006
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An apparatus for washing items comprises a generally cylindrical mesh housing; a first wall and a second wall, said first wall and said second wall being positioned within said housing so as to define first, second and third compartments in said housing; an opening in each of said compartments through which an item to be washed can be placed in or removed from a respective compartment; and a closure device for closing said compartments to retain said items in said compartments when said items are being washed. The first wall and said second wall may each comprise an endless pocket and a stiffener disposed within said pocket. A polymer loop may be used to stiffen said first wall and said second wall. A method of using the apparatus to wash various items, including those of delicate fabrics.
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