US20210330172A1 - Dishwasher wash basket - Google Patents
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- Home appliances such as a dishwasher for example, generally have a cabinet defining a treating chamber and having an opening through which dishes loaded/unloaded.
- a door opens to provide access to the opening, and closes to seal the opening. With the door closed, the interior of the dishwasher defines a dish treating chamber.
- the chamber comprises or is fluidly coupled to elements that dispense a treating chemistry such as dishwashing liquid or powder from a reservoir
- Dishwashers typically have one or more movable racks and wash baskets for carrying dishes during a wash cycle.
- the utensil basket can include a housing comprising a base member and a cover member cooperatively defining an interior space therebetween, the base member comprising a porous surface configured to permit an egress of liquid from the interior space.
- the cover member comprising a non-porous surface configured to prevent an ingress of liquid therethrough.
- a set of seats is disposed within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a respective utensil.
- Aa sprayer can be carried by the housing and configured to emit a spray of liquid toward the set of seats.
- a utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removably mounted in a dishrack of a dishwasher having a liquid distribution system.
- the utensil basket can comprise a housing cooperatively defined by a porous base and a non-porous cover. Multiple seats can be provided within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a single utensil.
- a utensil separator can be coupled to a portion of the housing for supporting the one or more utensils carried by the seats and configured to separate the one or more utensils.
- the non-porous cover is coupled to the housing and pivotable with respect to the housing, the non-porous cover selectively covering at least a portion of at least one seat of the multiple seats and configured to protect at least a portion of the one or more utensils from wash liquid during a wash cycle.
- a sprayer can be carried by the housing and positioned adjacent the multiple seats and comprising a manifold for distributing liquid throughout a portion of the utensil basket covered by the non-porous cover and protected from the wash liquid during wash cycle, the sprayer comprising a dedicated spray nozzle for each seat.
- FIG. 1 is a schematic, cross-sectional view of a dishwasher.
- FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a utensil basket.
- FIG. 3 is a side view of the utensil basket of FIG. 2 .
- FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a wash basket.
- FIG. 5 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a wash basket.
- axial refers to a dimension along a longitudinal axis of a generator or along a longitudinal axis of a component disposed within the generator.
- radial refers to a dimension extending between a center longitudinal axis, an outer circumference, or a circular or annular component disposed thereof.
- proximal refers to moving in a direction toward the center longitudinal axis, or a component being relatively closer to the center longitudinal axis as compared to another component.
- FIG. 1 illustrates an automated dishwasher 10 .
- the dishwasher 10 shares many features of a conventional automated dishwasher, which will not be described in detail herein except as necessary for a complete understanding of the invention.
- a chassis 12 may define an interior of the dishwasher 10 and may include a frame, with or without panels mounted to the frame.
- An open-faced tub 14 may be provided within the chassis 12 and may at least partially define a treating chamber 16 , having an open face, for washing dishes.
- a door assembly 18 may be movably mounted to the dishwasher 10 for movement between opened and closed positions to selectively open and close the open face of the tub 14 .
- the door assembly provides accessibility to the treating chamber 16 for the loading and unloading of dishes or other washable items.
- the door assembly 18 may be secured to the lower front edge of the chassis 12 or to the lower front edge of the tub 14 via a hinge assembly (not shown) configured to pivot the door assembly 18 .
- a hinge assembly (not shown) configured to pivot the door assembly 18 .
- Dish holders illustrated in the form of upper and lower dish racks 26 , 28 , are located within the treating chamber 16 and receive dishes for washing.
- the upper and lower dish racks 26 , 28 are typically mounted for slidable movement in and out of the treating chamber 16 for ease of loading and unloading.
- Other dish holders may be provided, such as a silverware basket.
- the term “dish(es)” is intended to be generic to any item, single or plural, that may be treated in the dishwasher 10 , including, without limitation, dishes, plates, pots, bowls, pans, glassware, utensils, cutlery, and silverware.
- a liquid distribution system is provided for spraying liquid in the treating chamber 16 and is provided in the form of a first lower spray assembly 34 , a second lower spray assembly 36 , a rotating mid-level spray arm assembly 38 , and/or an upper spray arm assembly 40 .
- the upper spray arm assembly 40 , mid-level rotatable spray arm assembly 38 , and lower rotatable sprayer 34 can be located, respectively, above the upper dish rack 26 , beneath the upper dish rack 26 , and beneath the lower dish rack 28 and are illustrated as rotating spray arms.
- the second lower spray assembly 36 is illustrated as being located adjacent the lower dish rack 28 toward the rear of the treating chamber 16 .
- the second lower spray assembly 36 is illustrated as including a vertically oriented distribution header or spray manifold 44 .
- Such a spray manifold is set forth in detail in U.S. Pat. No. 7,594,513, issued Sep. 29, 2009, and titled “Multiple Wash Zone Dishwasher,” which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
- a recirculation system is provided for recirculating liquid from the treating chamber 16 to the spray system.
- the recirculation system may include a sump 30 and a pump assembly 31 .
- the sump 30 collects the liquid sprayed in the treating chamber 16 and may be formed by a sloped or recess portion of a bottom wall of the tub 14 .
- the pump assembly 31 may include both a drain pump 32 and a recirculation pump 33 .
- the drain pump 32 may draw liquid from the sump 30 and pump the liquid out of the dishwasher 10 to a household drain line (not shown).
- the recirculation pump 33 may draw liquid from the sump 30 and the liquid may be simultaneously or selectively pumped through a supply tube 42 to each of the spray assemblies 34 , 36 , 38 , 40 for selective spraying.
- a liquid supply system may include a water supply conduit coupled with a household water supply for supplying water to the treating chamber 16 .
- a controller 50 may also be included in the dishwasher 10 , which may be operably coupled with various components of the dishwasher 10 to implement a cycle of operation.
- the controller 50 may be located within the door 18 as illustrated, or it may alternatively be located in any desired location within the chassis 12 .
- the controller 50 may also be operably coupled with a control panel or user interface 56 for receiving user-selected inputs and communicating information to the user.
- the user interface 56 may include operational controls such as dials, lights, switches, and displays enabling a user to input commands, such as a cycle of operation, to the controller 50 and receive information.
- FIG. 2 illustrates a first embodiment of a wash basket, specifically a utensil basket 200 .
- the utensil basket 200 can define a wash basket arranged to removably contain a set of utensils (e.g., cutlery) 206 .
- the utensil basket 200 comprises a housing 205 for holding individual utensils 206 in spaced relationship from each other.
- the housing 205 can include a base member 201 , and a cover member 240 .
- the base member 201 and cover member 240 can be coupled to cooperatively define a housing interior space 202 therebetween.
- a set of seats 210 can be arranged within the interior space 202 operative to support or retain one or more utensils 206 .
- a caddy member 220 can be received at least partially in the housing interior space 202 .
- the housing 205 can support at least one sprayer 250 and a manifold 255 .
- the caddy member 220 can be operative to support one or more utensils 206 during various cycles of dish washer operation.
- the caddy member 220 can include a first side 220 a (e.g, a top side) and an opposing second side 220 b (e.g., a bottom side).
- the set of seats 210 can be disposed on the first side 220 a.
- the seats 210 can be sized to supportably receive one or more utensils 206 thereon.
- a particular seat 210 can comprise a surface (e.g., a top surface) having a predetermined shape or contour arranged to receivably or supportably mate with a particular utensil 206 .
- a utensil separator 215 can be coupled to the caddy member 220 first side 220 a.
- the caddy member 220 can be a separate element from the housing 205 , and configured to be removably received within the housing interior space 202 .
- the caddy member 220 can be slidably received within a set of grooves (not shown) defined in the base member 201 , cover member 240 , or both.
- the caddy member 220 can be hingedly coupled to one of the base member 201 or cover member 240 . In such aspects, the caddy 220 can be pivotable with respect to the housing 205 to facilitate manual loading and unloading of individual utensils 206 with respect to the seats 210 .
- the caddy member 220 can be formed integral to the base member 201 .
- the caddy member 220 can be a non-porous structure.
- the caddy member can define a porous structure.
- the caddy member 220 can be in fluid communication therethrough with the base member 201 .
- the caddy member 220 can include a handle member 221 configured to be manually grasped by a user.
- the caddy member 220 can carry or support the utensil separator 215 , although it is contemplated that the utensil separator 215 can also be carried by the housing 205 .
- the utensil separator 215 can be engaged to the caddy member 220 such that the utensil separator 215 can operatively support or retain cutlery or individual utensils 206 disposed on the seats 210 .
- the utensil separator 215 can comprise a generally elongate member defining a shape (e.g., a corrugated shape) that is operatively disposable between two adjacent seats 210 , to thereby separate the utensils 206 received on the seats 210 from each other.
- the cover member 240 can be hingedly coupled to the base member 201 .
- the cover member 240 can be coupled to the base member 201 via a hinge 241 .
- the cover member 240 can be pivotal relative to the base member 201 .
- the cover member 240 can define a closed position (as illustrated) and an open position (not shown). It will be appreciated that in operation, the cover member 240 can be place in the closed position for use during a wash cycle. Conversely, it will be appreciated that, in operation, the cover member 240 can be placed in the open position to facilitate access to the interior space 202 , for example to enable manual loading and unloading of individual utensils 206 within the housing.
- cover member 240 and base member 201 can be slidably coupleable to each other.
- a set of grooves can be defined in the base member, cover member 240 , or both, configured to slidably receive the other of the base member 201 , or cover member 240 .
- the base member 201 and cover member 240 can be rigidly or fixedly coupled to each other.
- the base member 201 and cover member can define an opening 242 therebetween.
- the opening 242 can be sized to facilitate manual loading and unloading of individual utensils 206 therethrough.
- the base member 201 and cover member 240 can be coupled using any desired conventional technique without departing from the scope of the disclosure.
- the base member 201 can comprise a porous structure.
- the base member 201 can define a set of apertures 208 therethrough.
- the apertures 208 can be sized to allow wash liquid to dissipate or drain from the interior space 202 of the housing 205 via the base member 201 .
- the cover member 240 can comprise a non-porous structure or surface to prevent the wash liquid from entering the interior space 202 through the cover member 240 .
- the cover member 240 can at least partially cover or enclose the seats 210 . Likewise, when so arranged, the cover member 240 can at least partially cover or enclose utensils 206 received on the seats 210 . In this way, the cover member 240 can provide a non-porous covering or shield over the utensils 206 .
- the non-porous structure of the cover member 240 can also have the particular purpose of protecting utensils 206 , particularly utensils 206 having a sharpened blade, from dulling effects particular to wash liquid chemistries or intensities during the wash cycle.
- the housing 205 can support both the caddy member 220 and cover member 240 , operative to enable convenient loading of utensils 206 by a user.
- the at least sprayer 250 can be coupled to or carried on the housing 205 .
- the at least one sprayer 250 can be fluidly coupled to the dishwasher's liquid distribution system to receive a liquid therefrom, and configured to spray or emit liquid into the interior space 202 , onto the seats 210 or the utensils 206 received thereon, or a combination thereof.
- the at least one sprayer 250 can comprise a manifold 255 .
- the manifold 255 can be coupled to or carried by the housing 205 . In some aspects the manifold 255 can be separately attached or integrally molded to or with the housing 205 .
- the at least one sprayer 250 can comprise multiple spray nozzles 251 in fluid communication with the manifold 255 to receive the liquid therefrom.
- the spray nozzles 251 can be directed to spray or emit liquid toward the seats 210 .
- each seat 210 can have a dedicated or corresponding spray nozzle 251 directed toward it.
- the sprayer 250 can be operative to direct each nozzle 251 to spray or emit liquid toward a respective utensil 261 received on a corresponding seat 210 .
- FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of an exemplary system for connecting the utensil basket 200 to the dishwasher liquid delivery system.
- a secondary manifold system 312 can be carried by a respective one of the upper and lower dish racks 26 , 28 in a predetermined position within the dish racks 26 , 28 .
- the secondary manifold system 312 can be configured to be integral to the dish racks 26 , 28 or configured to be securely removably connected to the respective one of the upper and lower dish racks 26 , 28 by mechanical connection. In either case, the secondary manifold system 312 removably coupled to the supply tube 42 .
- the secondary manifold system 312 can be provided with a fluid coupling 317 that fluidly couples the secondary manifold system 312 to the supply tube 42 when the respective dish rack 26 , 28 is slid in the dishwasher 10 , and uncouples from the supply tube 42 when the dish rack 26 , 28 is slid out of dishwasher 10 .
- the dish rack 26 , 28 to which the utensil basket 200 is coupled can be fluidly coupled to the dishwasher's liquid delivery system via the supply tube 42 .
- the dishwasher 10 can be a dishwasher having multiple wash zones.
- the dishwasher 10 can include liquid distribution assembly, such as a spray arm assembly 34 , 36 , 38 , 40 configured to spray a first flow of wash liquid over a portion of the treating chamber (e.g., an interior tub) thereby defining a first wash zone.
- the liquid distribution assembly can further include the supply tube 42 can be configured to provide a second flow of wash liquid toward the utensil basket 200 , thereby defining a second wash zone.
- the second flow of wash liquid can be less intensified than the first flow of wash liquid, thereby causing the second wash zone to be less intensified than the first wash zone.
- the supply tube 42 can be arranged in fluid communication with the spray arm assembly 34 , 36 , 38 , 40 and the spray manifold 251 and configured to simultaneously provide wash liquid to the spray arm assembly 34 , 36 , 38 , 40 and the spray manifold 251 .
- the secondary manifold system 312 can have a diverter valve 320 integrally coupled therewith. While the illustrated example shows the diverter valve 320 being positioned near the back of the dish rack 26 , 28 , it could be positioned in various other places on the dish rack 26 , 28 without limiting the scope of the invention.
- the diverter valve 320 associated with the secondary manifold system 312 of the dish rack 26 , 28 has a receiving port 325 .
- the utensil basket 200 comprises a mounting port 330 configured to be received in the receiving port 325 on dish rack 26 , 28 in a predetermined location. In this way, the manifold 255 of the utensil basket 200 selectively couples to the dish rack 26 , 28 , which selectively couples to the dishwasher's liquid distribution system via supply tube 42 .
- the diverter valve 320 can be mechanically opened when the utensil basket 200 is coupled the dishrack 26 , 28 and the dishwasher 10 can be programmed with a cycle that provides liquid to the utensil basket 200 during a portion of a wash cycle.
- the dishwasher 10 can be programmed with a user activated cycle select which could provide liquid to the utensil basket 200 during a portion of a preprogrammed wash cycle.
- the dishwasher 10 could also be configured with one or more sensors to sense the connection of the utensil basket 200 to either one of the dish racks 26 , 28 .
- the dishwasher 10 Upon sensing the presence of the utensil basket 200 , the dishwasher 10 can be programmed with a cycle that provides liquid to the utensil basket 200 during a portion of a wash cycle.
- the diverter valve 320 can be configured to open or close at various places in the wash cycle.
- FIG. 4 shows an alternate embodiment of a wash basket 300 that has similarities with the utensil basket 200 of FIG. 2 . Therefore, elements of the utensil basket 200 that are similar to the wash basket 300 are labeled with similar part numbers using the prefix 300 .
- the wash basket 300 comprises a housing 305 for holding glassware or stemware 306 in a spaced relationship from each other.
- the housing 305 carries seats 310 for supporting individual stemware 306 .
- Stemware separators 315 in the form of channels or grooves are positioned on housing 305 for carrying the stems of individual stemware.
- the stemware separators 315 on the housing 305 are positioned above the seats 310 to allow wash water to drain out of the stemware upon completion of a wash cycle.
- the housing 305 also carries a sprayer 350 coupled to the dishwasher's liquid distribution systems for spraying or emitting liquid into stemware and generally on and around seats 310 .
- the sprayer 350 comprises a manifold 355 for distributing liquid throughout the wash basket 300 .
- the manifold 355 can be carried by the housing 305 and may be separately attached or integrally molded to or with the housing 305 .
- the sprayer 350 can have one or more spray nozzles 351 directed toward each seat 310 and specifically directed toward the inside of each stemware 306 .
- each seat 310 can have a dedicated spray nozzle 351 directed toward it.
- the wash basket 300 comprises a mounting port 330 configured to be received in receiving port 325 on dish rack 26 , 28 in a predetermined location.
- the manifold 355 of the wash basket 300 selectively couples to the dish rack 26 , 28 , which selectively couples to the dishwasher's liquid distribution system via the supply tube 42 .
- FIG. 5 shows an alternate embodiment of a utensil basket 400 that also has similarities with the utensil basket 200 of FIG. 2 . Therefore, elements of the utensil basket 200 that are similar to the utensil basket 400 are labeled with similar part numbers using the prefix 400 .
- the utensil basket 400 once again comprises a housing 405 for holding individual utensils 406 in a spaced relationship from each other. While not required, the housing 405 generally has an open top perforated bottom to allow wash liquid to dissipate or drain through.
- the housing 405 carries seats 410 for supporting individual utensils 406 .
- Utensil separators 415 protrude from the base of the housing 405 for separating each individual utensil 406 .
- the housing 405 can carry a sprayer 450 coupled to the dishwasher's liquid distribution systems for spraying or emitting liquid generally on and around seats 410 .
- the sprayer 450 comprises a manifold 455 for distributing liquid throughout the utensil basket 400 .
- the manifold 455 can be carried by the housing 405 and may be separately attached or integrally molded to or with the housing 405 .
- the sprayer 450 can have one or more spray nozzles 451 directed toward each seat 410 and specifically directed toward both sides of each utensil 406 .
- each seat 410 can have a dedicated spray nozzle 451 directed toward it.
- utensil separators 415 may each carry a spray nozzle 451 directed toward an adjacent seat 410 . It should be recognized that the manifold 455 and spray nozzles 451 could be set up in many ways without limiting the scope of the disclosure.
- the utensil basket 400 can comprise a mounting port 330 configured to be received in receiving port 325 on dish rack 26 , 28 in a predetermined location.
- the manifold 455 of the utensil basket 400 selectively couples to the dish rack 26 , 28 , which selectively couples to the dishwasher's liquid distribution system via supply tube 42 .
- a utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removably mounted in a dishrack of a dishwasher having a liquid distribution system
- the utensil basket comprising: a housing comprising a base member and a cover member cooperatively defining an interior space therebetween, the base member comprising a porous surface configured to permit an egress of liquid from the interior space, the cover member comprising a non-porous surface configured to prevent an ingress of liquid therethrough; a set of seats disposed within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a respective utensil; and a sprayer carried by the housing and configured to emit a spray of liquid toward the set of seats.
- the utensil basket of any preceding clause further comprising a caddy disposable in the interior space, wherein the caddy comprises the set of seats.
- the caddy comprises a porous structure in fluid communication with the base member.
- the utensil basket of any preceding clause further comprising a utensil separator disposable between two adjacent seats for retaining the one or more utensils carried by the seats and configured to separate the one or more utensils.
- each respective nozzle is arranged to emit a spray of liquid toward a corresponding seat.
- a utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removably mounted in a dishrack of a dishwasher having a liquid distribution system
- the utensil basket comprising: a housing cooperatively defined by a porous base and a non-porous cover; multiple seats provided within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a single utensil; a utensil separator coupled to a portion of the housing for supporting the one or more utensils carried by the seats and configured to separate the one or more utensils; the non-porous cover coupled to the housing and pivotable with respect to the housing, the non-porous cover selectively covering at least a portion of at least one seat of the multiple seats and configured to protect at least a portion of the one or more utensils from wash liquid during a wash cycle; and a sprayer carried by the housing and positioned adjacent the multiple seats and comprising a manifold for distributing liquid throughout a portion of the uten
- the utensil basket of any preceding clause further comprising a caddy carried by the housing.
- the utensil basket of any preceding clause further comprising a manifold for distributing liquid throughout the utensil basket.
- the sprayer further comprises a dedicated spray nozzle for each seat.
- a dishwasher comprising: a treating chamber; a dishrack disposed within the treating chamber; a liquid distribution system configured to spray liquid in the treating chamber; utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removeably mountable in the dishrack comprising: a housing comprising a base member and a cover member cooperatively defining an interior space therebetween, the base member comprising a porous surface configured to permit an egress of liquid from the interior space, the cover member comprising a non-porous surface configured to prevent an ingress of liquid therethrough; a set of seats disposed within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a respective utensil; and a sprayer, carried by the housing, and having multiple nozzles configured to emit a spray of liquid toward the set of seats.
- the utensil basket further comprises a caddy disposable in the interior space, wherein the caddy comprises the set of seats.
- the caddy comprises a porous structure in fluid communication with the base member.
- the utensil basket further comprises a utensil separator disposable between two adjacent seats for retaining the one or more utensils carried by the seats and configured to separate the one or more utensils.
- each respective nozzle is arranged to emit a spray of liquid toward a corresponding seat.
- the liquid distribution system comprises a spray arm assembly configured to spray a first flow of wash liquid over a portion of the treating chamber, and a supply tube configured to spray a second flow of wash liquid toward the utensil basket.
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A utensil basket for removable mounting in a dishrack of a dishwasher having a liquid distribution system. The utensil basket having a housing with a porous base member, and a non-porous cover member. A set of seats are provided within the housing. A utensil separator can separate utensils received on the seats. A sprayer can be carried by the housing and configured to emit a spray of liquid toward the multiple seats.
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- This application is a continuation-in-part application of pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/744,482, filed Jan. 16, 2020, which is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/628,685, filed Jun. 21, 2017, not allowed, both of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.
- Home appliances, such as a dishwasher for example, generally have a cabinet defining a treating chamber and having an opening through which dishes loaded/unloaded. A door opens to provide access to the opening, and closes to seal the opening. With the door closed, the interior of the dishwasher defines a dish treating chamber. The chamber comprises or is fluidly coupled to elements that dispense a treating chemistry such as dishwashing liquid or powder from a reservoir Dishwashers typically have one or more movable racks and wash baskets for carrying dishes during a wash cycle.
- Aspects of the disclosure relate to a utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removably mounted in a dishrack of a dishwasher having a liquid distribution system. The utensil basket can include a housing comprising a base member and a cover member cooperatively defining an interior space therebetween, the base member comprising a porous surface configured to permit an egress of liquid from the interior space. The cover member comprising a non-porous surface configured to prevent an ingress of liquid therethrough. A set of seats is disposed within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a respective utensil. Aa sprayer can be carried by the housing and configured to emit a spray of liquid toward the set of seats.
- Other aspects of the disclosure relate to a utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removably mounted in a dishrack of a dishwasher having a liquid distribution system. The utensil basket can comprise a housing cooperatively defined by a porous base and a non-porous cover. Multiple seats can be provided within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a single utensil. A utensil separator can be coupled to a portion of the housing for supporting the one or more utensils carried by the seats and configured to separate the one or more utensils. The non-porous cover is coupled to the housing and pivotable with respect to the housing, the non-porous cover selectively covering at least a portion of at least one seat of the multiple seats and configured to protect at least a portion of the one or more utensils from wash liquid during a wash cycle. A sprayer can be carried by the housing and positioned adjacent the multiple seats and comprising a manifold for distributing liquid throughout a portion of the utensil basket covered by the non-porous cover and protected from the wash liquid during wash cycle, the sprayer comprising a dedicated spray nozzle for each seat.
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FIG. 1 is a schematic, cross-sectional view of a dishwasher. -
FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a utensil basket. -
FIG. 3 is a side view of the utensil basket ofFIG. 2 . -
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a wash basket. -
FIG. 5 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a wash basket. - While “a set of” various elements will be described, it will be understood that “a set” can include any number of the respective elements, including only one element. As used herein, the terms “axial” or “axially” refer to a dimension along a longitudinal axis of a generator or along a longitudinal axis of a component disposed within the generator.
- As used herein, the terms “radial” or “radially” refer to a dimension extending between a center longitudinal axis, an outer circumference, or a circular or annular component disposed thereof. The use of the terms “proximal” or “proximally,” either by themselves or in conjunction with the terms “radial” or “radially,” refers to moving in a direction toward the center longitudinal axis, or a component being relatively closer to the center longitudinal axis as compared to another component.
- All directional references (e.g., radial, axial, upper, lower, upward, downward, left, right, lateral, front, back, top, bottom, above, below, vertical, horizontal, clockwise, counterclockwise) are only used for identification purposes to aid the reader's understanding of the disclosure, and do not create limitations, particularly as to the position, orientation, or use thereof. Connection references (e.g., attached, coupled, connected, and joined) are to be construed broadly and can include intermediate members between a collection of elements and relative movement between elements unless otherwise indicated. As such, connection references do not necessarily infer that two elements are directly connected and in fixed relation to each other.
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FIG. 1 illustrates an automated dishwasher 10. The dishwasher 10 shares many features of a conventional automated dishwasher, which will not be described in detail herein except as necessary for a complete understanding of the invention. Achassis 12 may define an interior of the dishwasher 10 and may include a frame, with or without panels mounted to the frame. An open-faced tub 14 may be provided within thechassis 12 and may at least partially define a treatingchamber 16, having an open face, for washing dishes. Adoor assembly 18 may be movably mounted to the dishwasher 10 for movement between opened and closed positions to selectively open and close the open face of thetub 14. Thus, the door assembly provides accessibility to the treatingchamber 16 for the loading and unloading of dishes or other washable items. - It should be appreciated that the
door assembly 18 may be secured to the lower front edge of thechassis 12 or to the lower front edge of thetub 14 via a hinge assembly (not shown) configured to pivot thedoor assembly 18. When thedoor assembly 18 is closed, user access to the treatingchamber 16 may be prevented, whereas user access to the treatingchamber 16 may be permitted when thedoor assembly 18 is open. - Dish holders, illustrated in the form of upper and
lower dish racks chamber 16 and receive dishes for washing. The upper andlower dish racks chamber 16 for ease of loading and unloading. Other dish holders may be provided, such as a silverware basket. As used in this description, the term “dish(es)” is intended to be generic to any item, single or plural, that may be treated in the dishwasher 10, including, without limitation, dishes, plates, pots, bowls, pans, glassware, utensils, cutlery, and silverware. - A liquid distribution system is provided for spraying liquid in the treating
chamber 16 and is provided in the form of a firstlower spray assembly 34, a secondlower spray assembly 36, a rotating mid-levelspray arm assembly 38, and/or an upperspray arm assembly 40. The upperspray arm assembly 40, mid-level rotatablespray arm assembly 38, and lowerrotatable sprayer 34 can be located, respectively, above theupper dish rack 26, beneath theupper dish rack 26, and beneath thelower dish rack 28 and are illustrated as rotating spray arms. The secondlower spray assembly 36 is illustrated as being located adjacent thelower dish rack 28 toward the rear of the treatingchamber 16. The secondlower spray assembly 36 is illustrated as including a vertically oriented distribution header orspray manifold 44. Such a spray manifold is set forth in detail in U.S. Pat. No. 7,594,513, issued Sep. 29, 2009, and titled “Multiple Wash Zone Dishwasher,” which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. - A recirculation system is provided for recirculating liquid from the treating
chamber 16 to the spray system. The recirculation system may include asump 30 and apump assembly 31. Thesump 30 collects the liquid sprayed in the treatingchamber 16 and may be formed by a sloped or recess portion of a bottom wall of thetub 14. Thepump assembly 31 may include both adrain pump 32 and arecirculation pump 33. Thedrain pump 32 may draw liquid from thesump 30 and pump the liquid out of the dishwasher 10 to a household drain line (not shown). Therecirculation pump 33 may draw liquid from thesump 30 and the liquid may be simultaneously or selectively pumped through asupply tube 42 to each of thespray assemblies chamber 16. - A
controller 50 may also be included in the dishwasher 10, which may be operably coupled with various components of the dishwasher 10 to implement a cycle of operation. Thecontroller 50 may be located within thedoor 18 as illustrated, or it may alternatively be located in any desired location within thechassis 12. Thecontroller 50 may also be operably coupled with a control panel oruser interface 56 for receiving user-selected inputs and communicating information to the user. Theuser interface 56 may include operational controls such as dials, lights, switches, and displays enabling a user to input commands, such as a cycle of operation, to thecontroller 50 and receive information. -
FIG. 2 illustrates a first embodiment of a wash basket, specifically autensil basket 200. For example, theutensil basket 200 can define a wash basket arranged to removably contain a set of utensils (e.g., cutlery) 206. Theutensil basket 200 comprises ahousing 205 for holdingindividual utensils 206 in spaced relationship from each other. In non-limiting aspects, thehousing 205 can include abase member 201, and acover member 240. Thebase member 201 andcover member 240 can be coupled to cooperatively define a housinginterior space 202 therebetween. A set ofseats 210 can be arranged within theinterior space 202 operative to support or retain one ormore utensils 206. In non-limiting aspects, acaddy member 220 can be received at least partially in the housinginterior space 202. In non-limiting aspects, thehousing 205 can support at least onesprayer 250 and amanifold 255. - The
caddy member 220 can be operative to support one ormore utensils 206 during various cycles of dish washer operation. Thecaddy member 220 can include afirst side 220 a (e.g, a top side) and an opposingsecond side 220 b (e.g., a bottom side). In some aspects, the set ofseats 210 can be disposed on thefirst side 220 a. Theseats 210 can be sized to supportably receive one ormore utensils 206 thereon. For example, in non-limiting aspects, aparticular seat 210 can comprise a surface (e.g., a top surface) having a predetermined shape or contour arranged to receivably or supportably mate with aparticular utensil 206. In some aspects, autensil separator 215 can be coupled to thecaddy member 220first side 220 a. - In some aspects, the
caddy member 220 can be a separate element from thehousing 205, and configured to be removably received within the housinginterior space 202. For example, in some aspects, thecaddy member 220 can be slidably received within a set of grooves (not shown) defined in thebase member 201,cover member 240, or both. In other non-limiting aspects, thecaddy member 220 can be hingedly coupled to one of thebase member 201 orcover member 240. In such aspects, thecaddy 220 can be pivotable with respect to thehousing 205 to facilitate manual loading and unloading ofindividual utensils 206 with respect to theseats 210. In still other aspects, thecaddy member 220 can be formed integral to thebase member 201. Thecaddy member 220 can be a non-porous structure. In other non-limiting aspects, the caddy member can define a porous structure. In such aspects, thecaddy member 220 can be in fluid communication therethrough with thebase member 201. In non-limiting aspects, thecaddy member 220 can include ahandle member 221 configured to be manually grasped by a user. - The
caddy member 220 can carry or support theutensil separator 215, although it is contemplated that theutensil separator 215 can also be carried by thehousing 205. Theutensil separator 215 can be engaged to thecaddy member 220 such that theutensil separator 215 can operatively support or retain cutlery orindividual utensils 206 disposed on theseats 210. For example, theutensil separator 215 can comprise a generally elongate member defining a shape (e.g., a corrugated shape) that is operatively disposable between twoadjacent seats 210, to thereby separate theutensils 206 received on theseats 210 from each other. - In non-limiting aspects, the
cover member 240 can be hingedly coupled to thebase member 201. For example, in some aspects, thecover member 240 can be coupled to thebase member 201 via ahinge 241. In such aspects, thecover member 240 can be pivotal relative to thebase member 201. Accordingly, thecover member 240 can define a closed position (as illustrated) and an open position (not shown). It will be appreciated that in operation, thecover member 240 can be place in the closed position for use during a wash cycle. Conversely, it will be appreciated that, in operation, thecover member 240 can be placed in the open position to facilitate access to theinterior space 202, for example to enable manual loading and unloading ofindividual utensils 206 within the housing. In other aspects, thecover member 240 andbase member 201 can be slidably coupleable to each other. For example, a set of grooves (not shown) can be defined in the base member,cover member 240, or both, configured to slidably receive the other of thebase member 201, or covermember 240. - In other aspects, the
base member 201 andcover member 240 can be rigidly or fixedly coupled to each other. In such aspects, thebase member 201 and cover member can define an opening 242 therebetween. The opening 242 can be sized to facilitate manual loading and unloading ofindividual utensils 206 therethrough. Other aspects are not so limited however, and in various aspects, thebase member 201 andcover member 240 can be coupled using any desired conventional technique without departing from the scope of the disclosure. - In non-limiting aspects, the
base member 201 can comprise a porous structure. For example, thebase member 201 can define a set ofapertures 208 therethrough. Theapertures 208 can be sized to allow wash liquid to dissipate or drain from theinterior space 202 of thehousing 205 via thebase member 201. Conversely, in non-limiting aspects, thecover member 240 can comprise a non-porous structure or surface to prevent the wash liquid from entering theinterior space 202 through thecover member 240. - The
cover member 240 can at least partially cover or enclose theseats 210. Likewise, when so arranged, thecover member 240 can at least partially cover or encloseutensils 206 received on theseats 210. In this way, thecover member 240 can provide a non-porous covering or shield over theutensils 206. The non-porous structure of thecover member 240 can also have the particular purpose of protectingutensils 206, particularlyutensils 206 having a sharpened blade, from dulling effects particular to wash liquid chemistries or intensities during the wash cycle. Thehousing 205 can support both thecaddy member 220 andcover member 240, operative to enable convenient loading ofutensils 206 by a user. - The at least sprayer 250 can be coupled to or carried on the
housing 205. The at least onesprayer 250 can be fluidly coupled to the dishwasher's liquid distribution system to receive a liquid therefrom, and configured to spray or emit liquid into theinterior space 202, onto theseats 210 or theutensils 206 received thereon, or a combination thereof. In non-limiting aspects, the at least onesprayer 250 can comprise a manifold 255. The manifold 255 can be coupled to or carried by thehousing 205. In some aspects the manifold 255 can be separately attached or integrally molded to or with thehousing 205. While not required, the at least onesprayer 250 can comprisemultiple spray nozzles 251 in fluid communication with the manifold 255 to receive the liquid therefrom. Thespray nozzles 251 can be directed to spray or emit liquid toward theseats 210. For example, in a non-limiting aspect, eachseat 210 can have a dedicated or correspondingspray nozzle 251 directed toward it. In this sense, thesprayer 250 can be operative to direct eachnozzle 251 to spray or emit liquid toward a respective utensil 261 received on acorresponding seat 210. -
FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of an exemplary system for connecting theutensil basket 200 to the dishwasher liquid delivery system. Asecondary manifold system 312 can be carried by a respective one of the upper andlower dish racks dish racks secondary manifold system 312 can be configured to be integral to thedish racks lower dish racks secondary manifold system 312 removably coupled to thesupply tube 42. In the example shown, thesecondary manifold system 312 can be provided with afluid coupling 317 that fluidly couples thesecondary manifold system 312 to thesupply tube 42 when therespective dish rack supply tube 42 when thedish rack dish rack utensil basket 200 is coupled can be fluidly coupled to the dishwasher's liquid delivery system via thesupply tube 42. - In non-limiting aspects, the dishwasher 10 can be a dishwasher having multiple wash zones. For example, the dishwasher 10 can include liquid distribution assembly, such as a
spray arm assembly supply tube 42 can be configured to provide a second flow of wash liquid toward theutensil basket 200, thereby defining a second wash zone. In non-limiting aspects, the second flow of wash liquid can be less intensified than the first flow of wash liquid, thereby causing the second wash zone to be less intensified than the first wash zone. In non-limiting aspects, thesupply tube 42 can be arranged in fluid communication with thespray arm assembly spray manifold 251 and configured to simultaneously provide wash liquid to thespray arm assembly spray manifold 251. - The
secondary manifold system 312 can have adiverter valve 320 integrally coupled therewith. While the illustrated example shows thediverter valve 320 being positioned near the back of thedish rack dish rack diverter valve 320 associated with thesecondary manifold system 312 of thedish rack port 325. Theutensil basket 200 comprises a mountingport 330 configured to be received in the receivingport 325 ondish rack manifold 255 of theutensil basket 200 selectively couples to thedish rack supply tube 42. - The
diverter valve 320 can be mechanically opened when theutensil basket 200 is coupled thedishrack utensil basket 200 during a portion of a wash cycle. Alternatively, the dishwasher 10 can be programmed with a user activated cycle select which could provide liquid to theutensil basket 200 during a portion of a preprogrammed wash cycle. In an alternate embodiment, the dishwasher 10 could also be configured with one or more sensors to sense the connection of theutensil basket 200 to either one of thedish racks utensil basket 200, the dishwasher 10 can be programmed with a cycle that provides liquid to theutensil basket 200 during a portion of a wash cycle. In addition, thediverter valve 320 can be configured to open or close at various places in the wash cycle. -
FIG. 4 shows an alternate embodiment of awash basket 300 that has similarities with theutensil basket 200 ofFIG. 2 . Therefore, elements of theutensil basket 200 that are similar to thewash basket 300 are labeled with similar part numbers using theprefix 300. In this non-limiting example, thewash basket 300 comprises ahousing 305 for holding glassware orstemware 306 in a spaced relationship from each other. Thehousing 305 carriesseats 310 for supportingindividual stemware 306.Stemware separators 315 in the form of channels or grooves are positioned onhousing 305 for carrying the stems of individual stemware. In an exemplary embodiment, thestemware separators 315 on thehousing 305 are positioned above theseats 310 to allow wash water to drain out of the stemware upon completion of a wash cycle. - Similar to the embodiment shown in
FIG. 2 , thehousing 305 also carries asprayer 350 coupled to the dishwasher's liquid distribution systems for spraying or emitting liquid into stemware and generally on and aroundseats 310. Thesprayer 350 comprises a manifold 355 for distributing liquid throughout thewash basket 300. The manifold 355 can be carried by thehousing 305 and may be separately attached or integrally molded to or with thehousing 305. While not required, thesprayer 350 can have one ormore spray nozzles 351 directed toward eachseat 310 and specifically directed toward the inside of eachstemware 306. In a specific implementation eachseat 310 can have a dedicatedspray nozzle 351 directed toward it. - Similar to the
utensil basket 200 ofFIG. 2 and as shown inFIG. 3 , thewash basket 300 comprises a mountingport 330 configured to be received in receivingport 325 ondish rack manifold 355 of thewash basket 300 selectively couples to thedish rack supply tube 42. -
FIG. 5 shows an alternate embodiment of autensil basket 400 that also has similarities with theutensil basket 200 ofFIG. 2 . Therefore, elements of theutensil basket 200 that are similar to theutensil basket 400 are labeled with similar part numbers using theprefix 400. In this example, theutensil basket 400 once again comprises ahousing 405 for holdingindividual utensils 406 in a spaced relationship from each other. While not required, thehousing 405 generally has an open top perforated bottom to allow wash liquid to dissipate or drain through. Thehousing 405 carriesseats 410 for supportingindividual utensils 406.Utensil separators 415 protrude from the base of thehousing 405 for separating eachindividual utensil 406. - Similar to the other embodiments, the
housing 405 can carry asprayer 450 coupled to the dishwasher's liquid distribution systems for spraying or emitting liquid generally on and aroundseats 410. Thesprayer 450 comprises a manifold 455 for distributing liquid throughout theutensil basket 400. The manifold 455 can be carried by thehousing 405 and may be separately attached or integrally molded to or with thehousing 405. While not required, thesprayer 450 can have one ormore spray nozzles 451 directed toward eachseat 410 and specifically directed toward both sides of eachutensil 406. In a specific implementation eachseat 410 can have a dedicatedspray nozzle 451 directed toward it. In a non-limiting embodiment,utensil separators 415 may each carry aspray nozzle 451 directed toward anadjacent seat 410. It should be recognized that the manifold 455 andspray nozzles 451 could be set up in many ways without limiting the scope of the disclosure. - Like the
utensil basket 200 inFIG. 2 , and as illustrated inFIG. 3 , theutensil basket 400 can comprise a mountingport 330 configured to be received in receivingport 325 ondish rack manifold 455 of theutensil basket 400 selectively couples to thedish rack supply tube 42. - To the extent not already described, the different features and structures of the various aspects can be used in combination with others as desired. That one feature cannot be illustrated in the aspects is not meant to be construed that it cannot be, but is done for brevity of description. Thus, the various features of the different aspects can be mixed and matched as desired to form new aspects, whether or not the new aspects are expressly described. All combinations or permutations of features described herein are covered by this disclosure.
- This written description uses examples to disclose aspects of the disclosure, including the best mode, and also to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the disclosure, including making and using any devices or systems and performing any incorporated methods. The patentable scope of the disclosure is defined by the claims, and can include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that do not differ from the literal language of the claims, or if they include equivalent structural elements with insubstantial differences from the literal languages of the claims.
- Various characteristics, aspects and advantages of the present disclosure can also be embodied in any permutation of aspects of the disclosure, including but not limited to the following technical solutions as defined in the enumerated aspects:
- A utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removably mounted in a dishrack of a dishwasher having a liquid distribution system, the utensil basket comprising: a housing comprising a base member and a cover member cooperatively defining an interior space therebetween, the base member comprising a porous surface configured to permit an egress of liquid from the interior space, the cover member comprising a non-porous surface configured to prevent an ingress of liquid therethrough; a set of seats disposed within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a respective utensil; and a sprayer carried by the housing and configured to emit a spray of liquid toward the set of seats.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, further comprising a caddy disposable in the interior space, wherein the caddy comprises the set of seats.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the caddy comprises a porous structure in fluid communication with the base member.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, further comprising a utensil separator disposable between two adjacent seats for retaining the one or more utensils carried by the seats and configured to separate the one or more utensils.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the sprayer is disposed in the interior space.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the sprayer comprises a set of nozzles.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein each respective nozzle is arranged to emit a spray of liquid toward a corresponding seat.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the base member is hingedly coupled to the cover member.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the caddy is hingedly coupled to one of the base member and the cover.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the cover member selectively covers at least a portion of at least one seat of the set of seats.
- A utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removably mounted in a dishrack of a dishwasher having a liquid distribution system, the utensil basket comprising: a housing cooperatively defined by a porous base and a non-porous cover; multiple seats provided within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a single utensil; a utensil separator coupled to a portion of the housing for supporting the one or more utensils carried by the seats and configured to separate the one or more utensils; the non-porous cover coupled to the housing and pivotable with respect to the housing, the non-porous cover selectively covering at least a portion of at least one seat of the multiple seats and configured to protect at least a portion of the one or more utensils from wash liquid during a wash cycle; and a sprayer carried by the housing and positioned adjacent the multiple seats and comprising a manifold for distributing liquid throughout a portion of the utensil basket covered by the non-porous cover and protected from the wash liquid during wash cycle, the sprayer comprising a dedicated spray nozzle for each seat.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the utensil separator is carried by the housing.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein housing includes at least two side walls, and the utensil separator is mountably engaged to the at least two side walls of the housing.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, further comprising a caddy carried by the housing.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the utensil separator is carried by the caddy.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, further comprising a manifold for distributing liquid throughout the utensil basket.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the sprayer further comprises a dedicated spray nozzle for each seat.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the caddy comprises a handle.
- The utensil basket of any preceding clause, wherein the caddy is porous and in fluid communication with the base.
- A dishwasher comprising: a treating chamber; a dishrack disposed within the treating chamber; a liquid distribution system configured to spray liquid in the treating chamber; utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removeably mountable in the dishrack comprising: a housing comprising a base member and a cover member cooperatively defining an interior space therebetween, the base member comprising a porous surface configured to permit an egress of liquid from the interior space, the cover member comprising a non-porous surface configured to prevent an ingress of liquid therethrough; a set of seats disposed within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a respective utensil; and a sprayer, carried by the housing, and having multiple nozzles configured to emit a spray of liquid toward the set of seats.
- The dishwasher of any preceding clause, wherein the utensil basket further comprises a caddy disposable in the interior space, wherein the caddy comprises the set of seats.
- The dishwasher of any preceding clause, wherein the caddy comprises a porous structure in fluid communication with the base member.
- The dishwasher of any preceding clause, wherein the utensil basket further comprises a utensil separator disposable between two adjacent seats for retaining the one or more utensils carried by the seats and configured to separate the one or more utensils.
- The dishwasher of any preceding clause, wherein the sprayer is disposed in the interior space of the housing.
- The dishwasher of any preceding clause, wherein the sprayer comprises a set of nozzles.
- The dishwasher of any preceding clause, wherein each respective nozzle is arranged to emit a spray of liquid toward a corresponding seat.
- The dishwasher of any preceding clause, wherein the base member is hingedly coupled to the cover member.
- The dishwasher of any preceding clause, wherein the liquid distribution system comprises a spray arm assembly configured to spray a first flow of wash liquid over a portion of the treating chamber, and a supply tube configured to spray a second flow of wash liquid toward the utensil basket.
- The dishwasher of any preceding clause, wherein the first flow of wash liquid is more intensified than the second flow of wash liquid.
- While the invention has been specifically described in connection with certain specific embodiments thereof, it is to be understood that this is by way of illustration and not of limitation. Reasonable variation and modification are possible within the scope of the forgoing disclosure and drawings without departing from the spirit of the invention which is defined in the appended claims.
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1. A utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removably mounted in a dishrack of a dishwasher having a liquid distribution system, the utensil basket comprising:
a housing comprising a base member and a cover member cooperatively defining an interior space therebetween, the base member comprising a porous surface configured to permit an egress of liquid from the interior space, the cover member comprising a non-porous surface configured to prevent an ingress of liquid therethrough;
a set of seats disposed within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a respective utensil; and
a sprayer carried by the housing and configured to emit a spray of liquid toward the set of seats.
2. The utensil basket of claim 1 , further comprising a caddy disposable in the interior space, wherein the caddy comprises the set of seats.
3. The utensil basket of claim 1 , wherein the caddy comprises a porous structure in fluid communication with the base member.
4. The utensil basket of claim 1 , further comprising a utensil separator disposable between two adjacent seats for retaining the one or more utensils carried by the seats and configured to separate the one or more utensils.
5. The utensil basket of claim 1 , wherein the sprayer is disposed in the interior space.
6. The utensil basket of claim 1 , wherein the sprayer comprises a set of nozzles.
7. The utensil basket of claim 6 , wherein each respective nozzle is arranged to emit a spray of liquid toward a corresponding seat.
8. The utensil basket of claim 1 , wherein the base member is hingedly coupled to the cover member.
9. The utensil basket of claim 1 , wherein the caddy is hingedly coupled to one of the base member and the cover.
10. The utensil basket of claim 1 , wherein the cover member selectively covers at least a portion of at least one seat of the set of seats.
11. A utensil basket configured to hold one or more utensils and removably mounted in a dishrack of a dishwasher having a liquid distribution system, the utensil basket comprising:
a housing cooperatively defined by a porous base and a non-porous cover;
multiple seats provided within the housing in spaced relationship, with each seat configured to support a single utensil;
a utensil separator coupled to a portion of the housing for supporting the one or more utensils carried by the seats and configured to separate the one or more utensils;
the non-porous cover coupled to the housing and pivotable with respect to the housing, the non-porous cover selectively covering at least a portion of at least one seat of the multiple seats and configured to protect at least a portion of the one or more utensils from wash liquid during a wash cycle; and
a sprayer carried by the housing and positioned adjacent the multiple seats and comprising a manifold for distributing liquid throughout a portion of the utensil basket covered by the non-porous cover and protected from the wash liquid during wash cycle, the sprayer comprising a dedicated spray nozzle for each seat.
12. The utensil basket of claim 11 , wherein the utensil separator is carried by the housing.
13. The utensil basket of claim 12 , wherein housing includes at least two side walls, and the utensil separator is mountably engaged to the at least two side walls of the housing.
14. The utensil basket of claim 11 , further comprising a caddy carried by the housing.
16. The utensil basket of claim 14 , wherein the utensil separator is carried by the caddy.
17. The utensil basket of claim 11 , further comprising a manifold for distributing liquid throughout the utensil basket.
18. The utensil basket of claim 17 , wherein the sprayer further comprises a dedicated spray nozzle for each seat.
19. The utensil basket of claim 14 , wherein the caddy comprises a handle.
20. The utensil basket of claim 14 , wherein the caddy is porous and in fluid communication with the base.
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