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Shelf accessory for a dishwasher rack

US7766175B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 9, 2007
Grant dateAug 3, 2010
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Expiry dateJul 5, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47L15/505
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A shelf accessory for a dishwasher rack is provided, comprising a spine extending in parallel with a structural member of the rack. A plurality of loops extends perpendicularly from the spine, and the loops are spaced apart in relation to each other along the spine, and cooperate therewith to define a shelf member. A clip member is operably engaged between the shelf member and the structural member, and is configured to be capable of rotating about the structural member such that the shelf member correspondingly orbits about the structural member. The clip member further comprises at least one retention member operably engaged therewith. The at least one retention member is configured to cooperate with the rack so as to retain and support the shelf member in at least one of a plurality of angular positions with respect to and about the structural member. Associated apparatuses are also provided.

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