Drum-type washing machine
US9951452B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 25, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 24, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD06F37/065
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed is a drum type washing machine, including a cabinet configured to form an outer appearance; a tub in the cabinet and configured to contain water therein; a drum in the tub and configured to accommodate laundry therein; and a lifter on the drum, configured to lift the laundry in the drum by upward rotation of the drum. The lifter comprises a lifter housing fixed to the drum and having an opening in one or more ends or sides thereof; and a lifter plate pivotally coupled to the lifter housing, the lifter plate being configured to hold water in the lifter during the upward rotation of the drum.
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