Latching and sealing mechanism for a drawer-type dishwasher
US7607444B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 29, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 27, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 4, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/0805
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A dishwasher includes a drawer which is slidably mounted in a frame and forms a washing chamber. A lid assembly is mounted to the frame for selectively sealing the washing chamber during a washing operation. A closing mechanism moves the lid assembly from a first or open position to a second or closed position that provides a water-tight seal during a washing operation. The dishwasher is further provided with a latching mechanism including a pivoting door front member, a locking member and a linking bar interconnecting the door front member with the locking member. Manipulation of the pivoting drawer front member causes the locking member to engage/disengage with the lid assembly. The latching mechanism further includes a locking bar and a micro-switch that combine to prevent operation of the dishwasher if the drawer is not properly positioned in the frame.
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