Batch dishware washing machine with steam venting
US8623150B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47L15/488
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A batch ware washing machine and/or related method of washing wares. The machine includes a moveable door which partially encloses a steam cavity. When the door is in the up or open position, hot moist air may be forcibly pulled from the steam cavity and into an exhaust plenum via an air inlet port that is strategically positioned above the top wall of the door when the door is in the closed position, but below the top wall when the door is in the open position. A controller causes the air to be forcibly pulled through the plenum for a predetermined exhaust time period, such as one minute, and then automatically stops the forced air exhaust movement. The exhaust plenum may be ducted directly to the outside of the surrounding building. The air conditioning load on the HVAC units serving the kitchen are reduced, thereby reducing energy consumption.
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