Feed tube assembly for a dishwasher, and associated apparatus and method
US8308872B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 20, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47L15/4246
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A spray arm feed tube assembly for a dishwasher is provided, comprising an elongate tubular member adapted to extend from a sump of the dishwasher, through an interface, and along a tub wall of a tub portion disposed outwardly of the sump. A banding member is operably engaged with the tubular member about the interface, wherein the banding member is adapted to cooperate with the tub portion and at least one separator member, about the interface, to prevent particulate matter from passing into the sump from the tub portion about the tubular member. An associated apparatus and method are also provided.
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