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Dishwasher with separate sump for concentrated fluid supply

US9265398B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 8, 2010
Grant dateFeb 23, 2016
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Expiry dateJul 6, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47L2401/10
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A dishwasher includes a main sump that holds the main wash fluid supply, and a separate sump formed in the bottom wall of the tub away from the main sump. The separate sump holds a concentrated wash fluid supply. The separate sump supplies wash fluid for washing periods in which a highly concentrated chemistry mixture is desired.

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