Dishwasher

Abstract

A dishwasher includes: a tub; a basket, which is located inside the tub, and which, as a basket that accommodates objects to be cleaned, includes a line that forms the basket; and a conduit which is separably coupled to the basket and guides the washing water to be sprayed toward the object. The conduit includes a first fixing protrusion that fixes an upper portion of the wire. The catheter includes a second fixing protrusion that fixes the lower portion of the wire. The second fixing protrusion is spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion in an extension direction of the wire.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a dishwasher. Background Art

[0002] A dishwasher is a device that automatically washes food residues and the like remaining on tableware using detergent and washing water.

[0003] A dishwasher may include a main body, a tub disposed inside the main body, a basket disposed inside the tub for accommodating tableware, a spraying unit configured to spray washing water onto the basket, and a conduit for guiding the washing water to the spraying unit.

[0004] As an example, the spraying unit is coupled to the conduit to receive washing water, and the conduit may be installed in the basket. In a case where the conduit is not properly aligned with the basket, the conduit and / or the spraying unit may interfere with the tableware. Also, assembly tolerances may be required to assemble the basket and the conduit. However, the basket and the conduit may be prone to shaking due to the assembly tolerances. Summary of the Invention

[0005] Technical Problem

[0006] One aspect of the present disclosure provides a dishwasher with improved space utilization.

[0007] One aspect of the present disclosure provides a dishwasher with improved assemblability.

[0008] One aspect of the present disclosure provides a dishwasher capable of preventing interference between a conduit and / or a spraying unit and tableware.

[0009] One aspect of the present disclosure provides a dishwasher capable of reducing assembly tolerances between a basket and a conduit.

[0010] One aspect of the present disclosure provides a dishwasher with improved binding force between a basket and a conduit.

[0011] The technical problems to be achieved herein are not limited to the above-mentioned technical problems, and other technical problems not mentioned can be clearly understood by those of ordinary skill in the technical field to which the present invention pertains from the following description.

[0012] Technical Solution

[0013] A dishwasher according to the idea of the present disclosure may include: a tub; a basket located inside the tub and serving as a basket for accommodating objects to be cleaned, including wires forming the basket; and a conduit detachably coupled to the basket and configured to guide washing water sprayed onto the objects. The conduit may include a first fixing protrusion that fixes an upper portion of the wire. The conduit may include a second fixing protrusion that fixes a lower portion of the wire. The second fixing protrusion is spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion along an extending direction of the wire.

[0014] A dishwasher according to the idea of the present disclosure may include: a tub; a basket disposed inside the tub; a spray rotor that sprays washing water toward tableware; and a conduit that guides the washing water to the spray rotor. The basket may include a bottom that supports the tableware, an opening that opens a part of the bottom, and a plurality of lines that form the bottom and the opening. The conduit may include: a conduit body having a flow path inside for the washing water to flow; and a fixing member that extends in a direction crossing the extending direction of the conduit body and fixes the basket.

[0015] The conduit may include: a conduit body having a flow path inside for the washing water to flow; an extending body that extends from the conduit body; and a fixing portion formed on one side of the extending body and including the first fixing protrusion and the second fixing protrusion.

[0016] The extending direction of the line may be a first direction, the fixing portion may be a first fixing portion, and the conduit may include: a second fixing portion formed on the other side of the extending body, and the second fixing portion may include: a third fixing protrusion spaced from the first fixing protrusion in a second direction crossing the first direction; and a fourth fixing protrusion spaced from the second fixing protrusion in the second direction.

[0017] The line may be a first line extending in the first direction, and the basket may further include: a second line spaced from the first line in a second direction crossing the first direction and extending in the first direction, and the conduit may include: a third fixing protrusion that fixes an upper portion of the second line; and a fourth fixing protrusion spaced from the third fixing protrusion in the first direction and fixing a lower portion of the second line.

[0018] The extending direction of the line may be a first direction, and the first fixing protrusion and the second fixing protrusion may protrude from the line in a second direction crossing the first direction.

[0019] The extending direction of the line may be a first direction, the conduit body may extend in the first direction based on the conduit being coupled to the basket, and the extending body may extend in a second direction crossing the first direction based on the conduit being coupled to the basket.

[0020] The basket may further include an opening through which the washing water passes, and the conduit may be rotated relative to the basket based on the extending body being placed in the opening and thus coupled to the basket.

[0021] The extending direction of the wire may be the first direction, and the rotation of the catheter may include a rotation for moving the catheter from a first position to a second position. Based on the catheter being in the first position, the extending body may be arranged at the opening portion to extend along the diagonal direction of the opening. Based on the catheter being in the second position, the extending body may be arranged at the opening portion to extend in a second direction intersecting the first direction.

[0022] The rotation of the catheter may include a rotation for moving the catheter from a first position to a second position. Based on the catheter being in the first position, the catheter body may be inclined at a predetermined angle with respect to the wire. Based on the catheter being in the second position, the catheter body may be arranged to extend along the first direction.

[0023] The extending length of the extending body may be less than the length in the diagonal direction of the opening portion.

[0024] Based on the catheter being in the first position, the distance between the first fixing protrusion and the second fixing protrusion is greater than the height of the wire.

[0025] The catheter may further include: a fixing groove formed between the first fixing protrusion and the second fixing protrusion and configured to receive the wire, wherein the distance between the center of the fixing groove and the wire is less than the diameter of the wire.

[0026] The wire may be a first wire extending in the first direction, and the basket may further include: a second wire extending in a second direction intersecting the first direction. The catheter may further include: a hook formed on the catheter body to fix the second wire.

[0027] The hook may include: a hook body extending from the upper portion of the catheter body; and a hook protrusion formed at the end of the hook body and configured to interfere with the second wire. Based on the catheter being coupled to the basket, the distance between the lower end portion of the hook protrusion and the upper portion of the catheter body is less than the distance between the upper end portion of the hook protrusion and the lower end portion of the second wire.

[0028] The dishwasher may further include: a spray rotor capable of communicating with the catheter to spray the washing water guided by the catheter onto the object.

[0029] A dishwasher may include: a tub; a basket disposed inside the tub and capable of placing objects to be washed; a spray rotor that sprays washing water toward the objects placed in the basket; and a conduit that guides the washing water to the spray rotor. The conduit may include: a conduit body having a flow path for the washing water to flow inside; and a fixing member that extends in a direction crossing the extending direction of the conduit body and fixes the basket. The basket may include a bottom that supports the objects, an opening that opens a part of the bottom, and a plurality of lines that form the bottom and the opening.

[0030] The conduit is capable of performing a first rotation and a second rotation. When the conduit performs the first rotation, the fixing member may be placed along the left - right direction of the opening in a state of being placed along the diagonal direction of the opening. When the conduit performs the second rotation, the conduit body may approach the basket. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] Figure 1 is a schematic perspective view of an example of a dishwasher according to an embodiment.

[0032] Figure 2 is a schematic side cross - sectional view of an example of a dishwasher according to an embodiment.

[0033] Figure 3 is a schematic perspective view of an example of a part of a dishwasher according to an embodiment.

[0034] Figure 4 is Figure 3 an exploded view of a part of the dishwasher shown.

[0035] Figure 5 is an exploded view of a part of the dishwasher shown from another direction Figure 4 an exploded view of a part of the dishwasher shown.

[0036] Figure 6 is an exploded view of a part of the dishwasher shown from yet another direction Figure 4 an exploded view of a part of the dishwasher shown.

[0037] Figure 7 is Figure 3 a plan view of a part of the dishwasher shown.

[0038] Figure 8 is Figure 3 a front view of a part of the dishwasher shown.

[0039] Figure 9 is Figure 8 an enlarged view of part A shown.

[0040] Figure 10 is a view taken along the Figure 3 section line B-B' shown in the figure.

[0041] Figure 11 is Figure 10 an enlarged view of part C shown in the figure.

[0042] Figure 12 is a view taken along the Figure 3 section line D-D' shown in the figure.

[0043] Figure 13 is Figure 12 an enlarged view of part E shown in the figure.

[0044] Figure 14 shows the state where the catheter is placed at the opening of the basket.

[0045] Figure 15 shows Figure 14 the state where the catheter shown in the figure is placed diagonally at the opening of the basket.

[0046] Figure 16 shows Figure 15 the state where the catheter shown in the figure rotates.

[0047] Figure 17 shows Figure 16 the state where the catheter shown in the figure moves in the front-back direction.

[0048] Figure 18 shows Figure 17 the state where the catheter shown in the figure rotates.

[0049] Figure 19 shows Figure 18 the state where the catheter shown in the figure moves in the front-back direction.

[0050] Figure 20 shows an example of the state where the catheter is assembled in the basket.

[0051] Figure 21 shows an example of the state where the catheter is assembled into the basket.

[0052] Figure 22 is a schematic perspective view of an example of a part of a dishwasher according to an embodiment.

[0053] Figure 23 shows an example of the state where the catheter is assembled into the basket.

[0054] Figure 24 shows an example of the state where the catheter is assembled into the basket. Detailed implementation mode

[0055] The various embodiments of this specification and the terms used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this specification to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents or alternatives of the corresponding embodiments.

[0056] Regarding the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used to represent similar or related components.

[0057] Unless the context clearly dictates otherwise, the singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the said items.

[0058] In this specification, each of the statements such as "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B or C", "at least one of A, B and C", and "at least one of A, B or C" may include one of the items listed together in the corresponding statement or all possible combinations thereof.

[0059] The term "and / or" includes a combination of multiple related described components or one of the multiple related described components.

[0060] Terms such as "first", "second", or "1st", "2nd" may be used solely to distinguish the corresponding component from another corresponding component and do not limit the corresponding component in other aspects (e.g., importance or order).

[0061] When a certain (e.g., first) component is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., second) component, whether or not the terms "functionally" or "communicatively" are used, it means that the certain component can be directly (e.g., by wire), wirelessly, or through a third component connected to the other component.

[0062] Terms such as "comprises" or "has" are used to specify the existence of the features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof described in this specification, and do not preclude the existence or additional possibility of one or more other features or numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0063] When a certain component is referred to as "connected", "coupled", "supported", or "contacted" to another component, this includes not only the case where the components are directly connected, coupled, supported, or contacted, but also the case where they are indirectly connected, coupled, supported, or contacted through a third component.

[0064] When a certain component is "on" another component, this includes not only the case where a certain component is in contact with another component, but also the case where there is yet another component between the two components.

[0065] In addition, the terms "front-rear direction", "front", "rear", "left-right direction", "vertical direction", "height direction", "up-down direction", "upper side", "lower side", etc. used in the following description are defined based on the drawings, and the shapes and positions of the respective components are not limited to these terms.

[0066] For example, the X direction can be defined as the front-rear direction. For example, the Y direction can be defined as the left-right direction. For example, the Z direction can be defined as the up-down direction (or vertical direction, height direction). For example, the +X direction can be defined as the front, and the -X direction can be defined as the rear. For example, the +Y direction can be defined as the right, and the -Y direction can be defined as the left. For example, the +Z direction can be defined as the upper side, and the -Z direction can be defined as the lower side. For example, the XR direction can be defined as the rotation direction with respect to the X axis. For example, the YR direction can be defined as the rotation direction with respect to the Y axis. The ZR direction can be defined as the rotation direction with respect to the Z axis.

[0067] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

[0068] Figure 1 is a schematic perspective view of an example of a dishwasher according to an embodiment. Figure 2 is a schematic side sectional view of an example of a dishwasher according to an embodiment.

[0069] Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The dishwasher 1 may include a main body 10. The main body 10 may form the appearance of the dishwasher 1.

[0070] The dishwasher 1 may include a tub 12 provided inside the main body 10. The tub 12 may form a washing chamber 10a. The tub 12 may be provided in a substantially box shape. One side of the tub 12 may be open. That is, the tub 12 may have an opening 12a. As an example, the front of the tub 12 may be open.

[0071] The dishwasher 1 may include a door 11. The door 11 may be provided to open and close the tub 12. The door 11 may be provided to open and close the opening 12a of the tub 12. The door 11 may be provided to open and close the washing chamber 10a. The door 11 may be provided on the main body 10 to open and close the tub 12. The door 11 may be rotatably mounted on the main body 10. The door 11 may be detachably mounted on the main body 10.

[0072] The dishwasher 1 may include a storage container 50. The storage container 50 may be disposed inside the tub 12. The storage container 50 may accommodate tableware. The storage container 50 may store tableware. The storage container 50 may load tableware. The storage container 50 may place tableware.

[0073] The storage container 50 may include at least one basket for accommodating tableware. The storage container 50 may include at least one rack assembly for accommodating tableware. The basket and the rack assembly may be interchangeable. Of course, the basket described below may be referred to as a rack assembly.

[0074] The storage container 50 may include a plurality of baskets 51, 52, 53. The plurality of baskets 51, 52, 53 may be configured to accommodate various tableware. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the storage container 50 may include only a part of the plurality of baskets 51, 52, 53. For example, the storage container 50 may further include an additional basket in addition to the plurality of baskets 51, 52, 53. For example, the storage container 50 may include a single basket.

[0075] The storage container 50 may include a middle basket 52 located in the middle in the height direction of the dishwasher 1. The middle basket 52 may be configured to be taken out from or introduced into the tub 12. For example, the middle basket 52 may be configured to be supported by a middle guide rack (not shown). For example, the middle guide rack (not shown) may be provided on the side surface 12c of the tub 12 so as to be slidable toward the opening 12a of the tub 12.

[0076] The storage container 50 may include a lower basket 51 located in the lower part in the height direction of the dishwasher 1. The lower basket 51 may be configured to be taken out from or introduced into the tub 12. For example, the lower basket 51 may be configured to be supported by a lower guide rack 13a. For example, the lower basket 51 may be provided on the side surface 12c of the tub 12 so as to be slidable toward the opening 12a of the tub 12.

[0077] Relatively large-sized tableware may be accommodated in the plurality of baskets 51, 52. However, the types of tableware accommodated in the plurality of baskets 51, 52 are not limited to relatively large-sized tableware. That is, in the plurality of baskets 51, 52, not only relatively large-sized tableware but also relatively small-sized tableware may be accommodated.

[0078] The storage container 50 may include an upper basket 53 located in the upper part in the height direction of the dishwasher 1. The upper basket 53 may be formed in the form of a rack assembly to store tableware with a relatively small volume. For example, cooking tools such as soup spoons, knives, and lids, and even cutlery can be stored in the upper basket 53. For example, small cups such as espresso cups can be stored in the upper basket 53. However, the types of tableware stored in the upper basket 53 are not limited to the above examples.

[0079] The upper basket 53 may be configured to be taken out from or introduced into the tub 12. For example, the upper basket 53 may be configured to be slidably movable by means of the upper guide rack 13c. For example, the upper basket 53 may be configured to be supported by the upper guide rack 13c. For example, the upper guide rack 13c may be provided on the side surface of the tub 12.

[0080] The dishwasher 1 may include a washing chamber 10a which is a space formed inside the tub 12. The washing chamber 10a may be defined as the inner space of the tub 12. The washing chamber 10a may refer to a space capable of washing and drying the tableware placed in the storage container 50 with washing water.

[0081] The dishwasher 1 may include a spraying device 40 configured to spray washing water. The spraying device 40 may spray the washing water into the washing chamber 10a. The spraying device 40 may spray the washing water toward the tableware stored in the storage container. The spraying device 40 may receive the washing water from a water collection tank 70 described later.

[0082] The spraying device 40 may include at least one spraying unit. The spraying device 40 may include one spraying unit or multiple spraying units 41, 42, 43.

[0083] For example, the spraying device 40 may include a first spraying unit 41 arranged at the lower part of the lower basket 51 in the height direction of the dishwasher 1. The spraying device 40 may include a second spraying unit 42 arranged at the lower part of the middle basket 52 in the height direction of the dishwasher 1. The spraying device 40 may include a third spraying unit 43 arranged at the upper part of the upper basket 53 in the height direction of the dishwasher 1. However, the number of spraying units is not limited to the above examples. The spraying device 40 may include two or fewer spraying units. The spraying device 40 may include four or more spraying units.

[0084] Each of the plurality of injection units 41, 42, 43 can be configured to inject washing water while rotating. Each of the first injection unit 41, the second injection unit 42, and the third injection unit 43 can be configured to inject washing water while rotating. The plurality of injection units 41, 42, 43 can be referred to as a plurality of injection rotors 41, 42, 43. The first injection unit 41, the second injection unit 42, and the third injection unit 43 can be respectively referred to as the first injection rotor 41, the second injection rotor 42, and the third injection rotor 43.

[0085] However, the injection device 40 can also inject washing water in a manner different from the above example. For example, unlike the second injection unit 42 and the third injection unit 43, the first injection unit 41 can be fixed to one side of the lower surface 12b of the tub 12. At this time, the first injection unit 41 is configured to inject washing water substantially in a horizontal direction through a fixed nozzle, and the washing water injected substantially in a horizontal direction from the nozzle of the first injection unit 41 can be redirected upward by a conversion component (not shown) disposed inside the washing chamber 10a. The conversion component can be disposed on a track (not shown) and can be configured to be able to move parallel along the track. Additionally, although the first injection unit 41 is used as an example for illustration, the second injection unit 42 and the third injection unit 43 can also be configured to inject washing water using fixed nozzles in the same manner as the above example.

[0086] The dishwasher 1 can include an auxiliary injection device 30. The auxiliary injection device 30 can be disposed at a lower side of the washing chamber 10a to inject washing water into a partial area of the washing chamber 10a. The auxiliary injection device 30 is designed to inject water at a relatively high pressure compared to the injection device 40, so as to be able to concentrate on washing heavily soiled tableware. The auxiliary injection device 30 can be referred to as an auxiliary injection unit 30. The auxiliary injection device 30 can be configured to inject washing water while rotating. The auxiliary injection device 30 can be referred to as an auxiliary injection rotor 30.

[0087] The auxiliary injection device 30 can be configured as a component of the injection device 40. Hereinafter, the plurality of injection units can be a concept including at least two of the first injection unit 41, the second injection unit 42, the third injection unit 43, or the auxiliary injection device 30.

[0088] In addition, although the auxiliary injection device 30 is shown in Figure 2 , the auxiliary injection device 30 can be omitted from the dishwasher 1.

[0089] The dishwasher 1 may include a sump 70. The sump 70 may be configured to receive wash water. The sump 70 may collect the wash water in the washing chamber 10a. For example, in order to smoothly collect the water in the sump 70, the lower surface 12b of the tub 12 may be provided to slope downward toward the sump 70. The wash water in the washing chamber 10a may flow along the slope of the lower surface 12b of the tub 12 and may smoothly flow into the sump 70. Also, the sump 70 may be configured to supply the collected wash water to the spraying device 40.

[0090] The dishwasher 1 may include a circulation pump 71 configured to pump the wash water stored in the sump 70. The circulation pump 71 may be provided using a configuration of the sump 70. For example, the circulation pump 71 may be disposed in the machine room 10b. The wash water pumped by the circulation pump 71 may flow to the spraying device 40.

[0091] The dishwasher 1 may include a drain pump 72 that discharges the wash water and / or foreign substances (e.g., food residues, etc.) remaining in the sump 70. The drain pump 72 may be provided using a configuration of the sump 70. The drain pump 72 may be disposed in the machine room 10b.

[0092] The dishwasher 1 may include a machine room 10b that is a space provided below the tub 12. The machine room 10b may be a place where components for circulating the wash water are arranged. The dishwasher 1 may include a base frame 16 that forms the machine room 10b.

[0093] At least a part of the sump 70 may be disposed in the machine room 10b. Most of the sump 70 may be disposed in the machine room 10b. That is, the area of the sump 70 located in the washing chamber 10a may be smaller than the area of the sump 70 located in the machine room 10b. By reducing the area of the sump 70 that occupies the washing chamber 10a, the area of the washing chamber 10a can be ensured. Accordingly, the capacity of the washing chamber 10a can be increased, thereby improving the tableware storage capacity.

[0094] The dishwasher 1 may include a filter assembly 60. The filter assembly 60 may be configured to filter foreign substances contained in the wash water flowing into the sump 70. The wash water filtered by the filter assembly 60 may be pumped by the circulation pump 71 and supplied to the spraying device 40. The filter assembly 60 may be detachably installed in the sump 70. For example, the filter assembly 60 may include at least one of a fine filter, a coarse filter, or a micro filter.

[0095] The dishwasher 1 may include at least one conduit 14, 100 for guiding wash water. The conduits 14, 100 may transfer the wash water to the spraying device 40. The conduits 14, 100 may be arranged within the tub 12. The conduit assembly may be arranged in the wash chamber 10a.

[0096] For example, the dishwasher 1 may include a first conduit 14 for guiding the wash water introduced from the sump 70. For example, the dishwasher 1 may include a second conduit 100 for guiding the wash water introduced from the first conduit 14 to the spraying device 40. For example, the first conduit 14 may be provided between the sump 70 and the second conduit 100. For example, the second conduit 100 may be provided between the first conduit 14 and the spraying device 40. For example, the first conduit 14 and the second conduit 100 may be provided using a duct assembly.

[0097] However, the first conduit 14 and the second conduit 100 are not limited to the above examples, and the first conduit 14 and the second conduit 100 may be provided in an integrated configuration. In this case, the integrated conduit may directly guide the wash water introduced from the sump 70 to the spraying device 40.

[0098] In addition, for the first conduit 14 and the second conduit 100, the ordinal numbers "first" and "second" do not limit their configuration. For example, they may be named the second conduit 14 and the first conduit 100 conversely.

[0099] Figure 3 is a schematic perspective view of an example that is part of a dishwasher according to an embodiment. Figure 4 is Figure 3 an exploded view of a part of the shown dishwasher. Figure 5 is shown from another direction Figure 4 an exploded view of a part of the shown dishwasher. Figure 6 is shown from yet another direction Figure 4 an exploded view of a part of the shown dishwasher. The same reference numerals are given to the same components, and detailed descriptions may be omitted.

[0100] Hereinafter, the duct 100 will be described by taking the second duct 100 as an example, the basket 52 will be described by taking the middle basket 52 as an example, and the injection unit 42 will be described by taking the second injection unit 42 as an example. However, it is not limited to the above examples. As long as the duct 100 is configured to guide the washing water, it is acceptable. As long as the basket 52 is configured to accommodate tableware, it is acceptable. As long as the injection unit 42 is configured to inject washing water onto the tableware, it is acceptable. That is, the basket 52, the duct 100, and the injection unit 42 described below are not limited to the examples shown in the drawings. For example, the following description of the basket 52 can also be applied to the lower basket 51 and / or the upper basket 53. For example, the following description of the duct 100 can be applied to a duct (not shown) that can be coupled to the lower basket 51 and / or a duct (not shown) that can be coupled to the upper basket 53. For example, the description of the injection unit 42 can be applied to the first injection unit 41 and / or the third injection unit 43.

[0101] The basket 52 can be configured to accommodate tableware. The basket 52 can be configured to store tableware. The basket 52 can be configured to load tableware. The basket 52 can be configured to support tableware. The tableware can be arranged in the washing chamber 10a of the tub 12 in a state of being placed in the washing chamber 10a.

[0102] The basket 52 can include a bottom 521. The bottom 521 can be configured to support tableware. The bottom 521 can form the base of the basket 52 to support tableware. For example, the bottom 521 can be formed in a frame shape by the wire 200 described later. The bottom 521 can be referred to as the bottom frame 521.

[0103] For example, the bottom 521 can include a plurality of tines. For example, the tableware can be placed in the basket 52 in a state of being sandwiched between the tines.

[0104] The basket 52 can include a side portion 522. The side portion 522 can be configured to surround the bottom 521. The side portion 522 can have a shape that extends upward from the edge of the bottom 521. For example, the side portion 522 can be formed in a frame shape by the wire 200 described later. The side portion 522 can be referred to as the side frame 522.

[0105] The basket 52 can include a wire 200. The wire 200 can form a frame for supporting tableware. For example, the wire 200 can form the appearance of the basket 52. For example, the wire 200 can form the bottom 521 of the basket 52. For example, the wire 200 can form the side portion 522 of the basket 52. For example, a plurality of wires 200 can be provided, and the plurality of wires 200 can be formed into an integral basket 52 through operations such as welding and deep drawing.

[0106] For example, the bottom 521 may include a first frame portion 200a and a second frame portion 200b. The first frame portion 200a may be formed by at least one of the plurality of lines 200 having a shape extending along a first direction D1. The second frame portion may be formed by at least one of the plurality of lines 200 having a shape extending along a second direction D2. For example, at least one line forming the first frame portion 200a and at least one line forming the second frame portion 200b may be arranged to cross each other.

[0107] For example, at least one of the first frame portion 200a and the second frame portion 200b may include a curved shape to fix the tableware to the basket 52. In the drawings, the second frame portion 200b is shown having a shape curved along a third direction D3, but is not limited thereto. For example, the first frame portion 200a may have a shape curved along the third direction D3. For example, both the first frame portion 200a and the second frame portion 200b may have a shape with a predetermined portion curved.

[0108] For example, the first direction D1 may be substantially the same as the front-rear direction (X direction). For example, the second direction D2 may be substantially the same as the left-right direction (Y direction). For example, the first direction D1 and the second direction D2 may be arranged to cross each other. For example, the first direction D1 and the second direction D2 may be arranged to be orthogonal to each other. For example, the third direction D3 may be substantially the same as the vertical direction (Z direction). For example, the third direction D3 may be arranged to cross the first direction D1 and the second direction D2. However, it is not limited to the above examples, and depending on the situation, the first direction D1, the second direction D2, and the third direction D3 may be defined as various directions respectively.

[0109] The basket 52 may include an opening 523. The opening 523 may be arranged to allow washing water to pass through. The opening 523 may be formed as a part of the bottom 521 is opened. The opening 523 may be formed between the plurality of lines 200. The opening 523 may correspond to the first fixing member 130 of the conduit 100, which will be described later.

[0110] The conduit 100 may be arranged to guide the washing water sprayed onto the tableware. The conduit 100 may be arranged to transfer the washing water to the spraying unit 42. The washing water guided by the conduit 100 may be sprayed onto the tableware through the spraying unit 42 connected to the conduit 100.

[0111] The conduit 100 may be detachably coupled to the basket 52. The conduit 100 may be detachably installed on the basket 52. The conduit 100 may be arranged to fix the lines 200 of the basket 52.

[0112] The conduit 100 may include a conduit body 110. The conduit body 110 may form a flow path 110f for the washing water to flow (refer to Figure 12)。With the catheter 100 coupled to the basket 52, the catheter body 110 can be arranged to extend along the first direction D1. For example, the catheter body 110 can be configured to extend substantially along the front-rear direction (X direction).

[0113] For example, the catheter body 110 can include a connection portion 111. The connection portion 111 can be connected to a configuration (e.g., the first conduit 14 (refer to Figure 2 )) that receives washing water from the water collection tank 70. However, the connection portion 111 is not limited thereto. For example, the connection portion 111 can also be directly connected to the water collection tank 70.

[0114] The catheter body 110 can include a water inlet 112 for inflowing washing water. For example, the water inlet 112 can be configured to communicate with the first conduit 14 (refer to Figure 2 ). However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the water inlet 112 can communicate with the water collection tank 70 to directly receive washing water from the water collection tank 70.

[0115] The catheter body 110 can include a water outlet 113 for outflowing washing water. The water outlet 113 can be configured to communicate with the spraying unit 42. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the water outlet 113 can be configured to directly spray washing water toward the tableware.

[0116] For example, the water inlet 112 can be formed on one side of the catheter body 110, and the water outlet 113 can be formed on the other side of the catheter body 110.

[0117] The catheter 100 can include at least one or more fixing members fixed to the basket 52. The fixing members can fix the wire 200 of the basket 52. By fixing the wire 200 with the fixing members, the catheter 100 can be stably mounted to the basket 52. By fixing the wire 200 with the fixing members, the catheter 100 can be stably suspended on the basket 52. Since the fixing members fix the wire 200, the shaking of the basket 52 can be prevented and / or reduced.

[0118] The catheter 100 can include a first fixing member 130. The first fixing member 130 can be formed on the catheter body 110. For example, the first fixing member 130 can be formed on the upper portion of the catheter body 110. For example, the first fixing member 130 can be formed on the front portion of the catheter body 110. For example, the first fixing member 130 can be formed on the side of the catheter body 110 adjacent to the water outlet 113.

[0119] The first fixing member 130 may include an extending body 131. The extending body 131 may extend from the catheter body 110. The extending body 131 may extend in a direction intersecting the extending direction of the catheter body 110. In a state where the catheter 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the extending body 131 may be arranged to extend in a second direction D2 intersecting the first direction D1. For example, the extending body 131 may be arranged to extend substantially in the left-right direction (Y direction).

[0120] For example, the extending body 131 may include a first extending body 1311 (refer to Figure 5 ). The first extending body 1311 may extend to connect a first fixing protrusion 1321a of a first fixing part 1321 described later and a third fixing protrusion 1322a of a second fixing part 1322.

[0121] For example, the extending body 131 may include a second extending body 1312 (refer to Figure 5 ). The second extending body 1312 may extend to connect a second fixing protrusion 1321b of the first fixing part 1321 described later and a fourth fixing protrusion 1322b of the second fixing part 1322.

[0122] For example, the extending body 131 may include a connecting body 1313 (refer to Figure 5 ). The connecting body 1313 may extend to connect the first extending body 1311 and the second extending body 1312.

[0123] In the drawings, a case where the first extending body 1311 has a curved shape and the second extending body 1312 has a straight shape is shown, but it is not limited thereto. For example, the second extending body 1312 may have a curved shape, and the first extending body 1311 may have a straight shape. For example, both the first extending body 1311 and the second extending body 1312 may have a curved shape. For example, both the first extending body 1311 and the second extending body 1312 may have a straight shape. Of course, the extending body 131 may include various shapes to connect the first fixing part 1321 and the second fixing part 1322.

[0124] The first fixing member 130 may include a fixing part 132. The fixing part 132 may be detachably coupled to the bottom 521 of the basket 52. The fixing part 132 may be configured to fix the wire 200 forming the bottom 521.

[0125] For example, the fixing part 132 may be provided on both sides of the extending body 131. For example, the fixing part 132 may be provided at both end portions of the extending body 131. For example, the fixing part 132 may include a first fixing part 1321 formed on one side of the extending body 131. For example, the fixing part 132 may include a second fixing part 1322 formed on the other side of the extending body 131.

[0126] For example, the first fixing portion 1321 and the second fixing portion 1322 can be provided as a pair. The first fixing portion 1321 can be symmetrical with the second fixing portion 1322. The first fixing portion 1321 can have the same shape as the second fixing portion 1322. The first fixing portion 1321 and the second fixing portion 1322 can be spaced apart from each other in the second direction D2. The first fixing portion 1321 and the second fixing portion 1322 can be spaced apart from each other substantially in the left - right direction Y.

[0127] The first fixing portion 1321 can include a first fixing protrusion 1321a and a second fixing protrusion 1321b spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion 1321a. For example, the second fixing protrusion 1321b can be spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion 1321a in the first direction D1. For example, the second fixing protrusion 1321b can be spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion 1321a in the third direction D3.

[0128] The first fixing portion 1321 can include a first fixing groove 1321c. The first fixing groove 1321c can be formed between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b. The first fixing groove 1321c can be formed by being recessed between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b.

[0129] The second fixing portion 1322 can include a third fixing protrusion 1322a and a fourth fixing protrusion 1322b spaced apart from the third fixing protrusion 1322a. For example, the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b can be spaced apart from the third fixing protrusion 1322a in the first direction D1. For example, the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b can be spaced apart from the third fixing protrusion 1322a in the third direction D3.

[0130] For example, the third fixing protrusion 1322a can be spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion 1321a in the second direction D2. For example, the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b can be spaced apart from the second fixing protrusion 1321b in the second direction D2.

[0131] The second fixing portion 1322 can include a second fixing groove 1322c. The second fixing groove 1322c can be formed between the third fixing protrusion 1322a and the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b. The second fixing groove 1322c can be formed by being recessed between the third fixing protrusion 1322a and the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b.

[0132] The catheter 100 may include a second fixing member 140. The second fixing member 140 may be formed on the catheter body 110. For example, the second fixing member 140 may be formed on the upper portion of the catheter body 110. For example, the second fixing member 140 may be spaced apart from the first fixing member 130 along the extending direction of the catheter body 110. For example, the second fixing member 140 may be disposed behind the first fixing member 130.

[0133] For example, the second fixing member 140 may include a hook. The second fixing member 140 may be referred to as the hook 140.

[0134] For example, the second fixing member 140 may include a hook body 141 extending from the upper portion of the catheter body 110. The hook body 141 may be configured to form a predetermined spacing from the catheter body 110. For example, the second fixing member 140 may include a hook protrusion 142 formed at an end of the hook body 141.

[0135] The catheter 100 may include a third fixing member 150. The third fixing member 150 may be formed on the catheter body 110. For example, the third fixing member 150 may be formed on the upper portion of the catheter body 110. For example, the third fixing member 150 may be spaced apart from the first fixing member 130 along the extending direction of the catheter body 110. For example, the third fixing member 150 may be spaced apart from the second fixing member 140 along the extending direction of the catheter body 110. For example, the third fixing member 150 may be disposed behind the first fixing member 130. For example, the third fixing member 150 may be disposed behind the second fixing member 140.

[0136] For example, the third fixing member 150 may include a fifth fixing protrusion 151. For example, the third fixing member 150 may include a sixth fixing protrusion 152 spaced apart from the fifth fixing protrusion 151. For example, the third fixing member 150 may include a third fixing groove 153 formed between the fifth fixing protrusion 151 and the sixth fixing protrusion 152. For example, the fifth fixing protrusion 151, the sixth fixing protrusion 152, and the third fixing groove 153 may be arranged along the third direction D3. However, it is not limited thereto, and the fifth fixing protrusion 151, the sixth fixing protrusion 152, and the third fixing groove 153 may also be arranged along the first direction D1 or the second direction D2.

[0137] The catheter 100 may include a fourth fixing member 160. The fourth fixing member 160 may be formed on the catheter body 110. For example, the fourth fixing member 160 may be formed on the side of the connection portion 111. For example, the fourth fixing members 160 may be respectively provided on both sides of the connection portion 111. For example, the fourth fixing member 160 may include a right fixing member 160a provided on the right side of the connection portion 111 and a left fixing member 160b provided on the left side of the connection portion 111.

[0138] For example, the fourth fixing member 160 may include a support portion 161 protruding laterally from the connecting portion 111. For example, the fourth fixing member 160 may include a support groove 162 formed by recessing a part of the support portion 161. For example, each of the right fixing member 160a and the left fixing member 160b may include the support portion 161 and the support groove 162.

[0139] The conduit 100 may include a first coupling portion 120. The first coupling portion 120 may be configured to be capable of coupling with the injection unit 42. The first coupling portion 120 may be coupled to the second coupling portion 423 of the injection unit 42. For example, the first coupling portion 120 may be rotatably coupled to the second coupling portion 423.

[0140] For example, the first coupling portion 120 may include coupling protrusions 121. For example, a plurality of coupling protrusions 121 may be provided, and the plurality of coupling protrusions 121 may be arranged at intervals around the outlet 113.

[0141] The injection unit 42 may be configured to jet the washing water guided by the conduit 100 toward the tableware. The injection unit 42 may be configured to jet the washing water guided by the conduit 100 into the washing chamber 10a. The injection unit 42 may be configured to be capable of communicating with the conduit 110. The injection unit 42 may be configured to be capable of communicating with the outlet 113 of the conduit 100.

[0142] For example, the injection unit 42 may be configured to be rotatable relative to the conduit 100. The injection unit 42 may jet the washing water while rotating relative to the conduit 100. The injection unit 42 may be referred to as an injection rotor 42.

[0143] The injection unit 42 may include a rotor body 421. The rotor body 421 may have a shape extending in one direction. The rotor body 421 may be configured to form a flow path for the washing water to flow.

[0144] The injection unit 42 may include injection holes 422 for jetting the washing water. The injection holes 422 may be formed in the rotor body 421. For example, a plurality of injection holes 422 may be provided. For example, the plurality of injection holes 422 may be spaced apart from each other along the extending direction of the rotor body 421.

[0145] The injection unit 42 may include a second coupling portion 423. The second coupling portion 423 may be configured to be capable of coupling with the conduit 100. The second coupling portion 423 may be coupled to the first coupling portion 120 of the conduit 100. For example, the second coupling portion 423 may be rotatably coupled to the first coupling portion 120.

[0146] For example, the second engaging portion 423 may include an engaging groove portion corresponding to the engaging protrusion 121. For example, the engaging groove portion may include a first engaging groove portion 4231, a second engaging groove portion 4232, and a stopper 4233. For example, the engaging groove portion may be configured in a shape of a substantially track, and the engaging protrusion 121 may be inserted into the first engaging groove portion 4231 and guided to the second engaging groove portion 4232. For example, in a state where the engaging protrusion 121 is disposed in the second engaging groove portion 4232, the stopper 4233 may prevent the engaging protrusion 121 from separating from the engaging groove portion.

[0147] The conduit 100 and the injection unit 42 may be referred to as a guiding assembly.

[0148] In addition, in the drawings, the conduit 100 and the injection unit 42 are shown as separate components, but are not limited thereto. The conduit 100 and the injection unit 42 may be integrally formed.

[0149] Figure 7 Yes Figure 3 A plan view of a part of the dishwasher shown. Figure 8 Yes Figure 3 A front view of a part of the dishwasher shown. Figure 9 Yes Figure 8 An enlarged view of part A shown. Figure 10 Is along Figure 3 A view taken along line B-B' shown. Figure 11 Yes Figure 10 An enlarged view of part C shown. Figure 12 Is along Figure 3 A view taken along line D-D' shown. Figure 13 Yes Figure 12 An enlarged view of part E shown. The same reference numerals are given to the same components, and detailed descriptions may be omitted.

[0150] Referring to Figures 7 to 13 , the conduit 100 may be configured to fix at least one line 200 forming the basket 52. For example, the first fixing member 130 may fix the lines 201, 202. For example, the second fixing member 140 may be configured to fix the line 207. For example, the third fixing member 150 may be configured to fix the line 208. For example, the fourth fixing member 160 may be configured to fix the lines 209, 210.

[0151] The first fixing member 130 may be disposed corresponding to the opening 523 of the basket 52. The first fixing member 130 may be configured to fix at least one line 201, 202 that forms the opening 523 and extends in the first direction D1.

[0152] For example, in a state where the first fixing member 130 is placed in the opening 523, the catheter 100 can be coupled to the basket 52 by rotating relative to the basket 52. For example, in a state where the extension body 131 is placed in the opening 523, as the catheter 100 rotates relative to the basket 52, the first fixing member 130 can be coupled to the wires 201 and 202. A detailed description thereof will be given later.

[0153] For example, the opening 523 can be formed as the first frame portion 200a and the second frame portion 200b cross. For example, the opening 523 can be formed by the first wire 201, the second wire 202, the third wire 203, and the fourth wire 204. However, it is not limited thereto. Of course, the opening 523 can be formed by various combinations of the wires 200.

[0154] For example, the first wire 201 can extend along the first direction D1. For example, the first wire 201 can be configured as a component of the first frame portion 200a.

[0155] For example, the second wire 202 can extend along the first direction D1. For example, the second wire 202 can be spaced from the first wire 201 in the second direction D2. For example, the second wire 202 can be configured as a component of the first frame portion 200a.

[0156] For example, the third wire 203 can extend along the second direction D2. For example, the third wire 203 can be configured to connect the first wire 201 and the second wire 202. For example, the third wire 203 can be configured as a component of the second frame portion 200b.

[0157] For example, the fourth wire 204 can extend along the second direction D2. For example, the fourth wire 204 can be configured to connect the first wire 201 and the second wire 202. For example, the fourth wire 204 can be spaced from the third wire 203 in the first direction D1. For example, the fourth wire 204 can be configured as a component of the second frame portion 200b.

[0158] For example, the opening 523 can include a substantially quadrilateral shape. For example, the opening 523 can include a first corner 5231, a second corner 5232, a third corner 5233, and a fourth corner 5234. The first corner 5231 can be formed at a location where the first wire 201 intersects the third wire 203. The second corner 5232 can be formed at a location where the second wire 202 intersects the third wire 203. The third corner 5233 can be formed at a location where the first wire 201 intersects the fourth wire 204. The fourth corner 5234 can be formed at a location where the second wire 202 intersects the fourth wire 204. However, as described above, of course, the opening 523 can have various shapes by various combinations of the wires 200.

[0159] For example, as a part of the line disposed between the third line 203 and the fourth line 204 and extending along the second direction D2 is cut, an opening 253 can be formed. For example, as a part of the line disposed between the third line 203 and the fourth line 204 and extending along the second direction D2 is cut, only the fifth line 205 and the sixth line 206 can be retained. However, it is not limited to the above examples. For example, the fifth line 205 can be welded to the first line 201, and the sixth line 206 can be welded to the second line 202. As an example, the fifth line 205 and the sixth line 206 can be omitted.

[0160] The extension body 131 of the first fixing member 130 can be disposed in the opening 253 to extend substantially along the second direction D2 (refer to Figure 7 ). For example, the extension body 131 of the first fixing member 130 can be substantially arranged in a row with the fifth line 205. For example, the extension body 131 of the first fixing member 130 can be substantially arranged in a row with the sixth line 206. For example, in a state where the catheter 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the extension body 131 can be regarded as a component of the line 200. Therefore, the line 200 and the extension body 131 can form a uniform frame shape.

[0161] For example, the extension length L of the first fixing member 130 can be less than the length e of the opening 253 along the fourth direction D4 (refer to Figure 7 ). For example, the extension length of the extension body 131 can be less than the length e of the opening 253 along the fourth direction D4. During the process of assembling the catheter 100 to the basket 52, the first fixing member 130 can be disposed to extend along the diagonal direction of the opening 523 (refer to Figure 15 ), which will be described later. The fourth direction D4 can refer to the diagonal direction of the opening 253. In the drawings, the fourth direction D4 can be represented as the extension direction of the diagonal connecting the second corner 5232 and the third corner 5233 of the opening 253, but it is not limited thereto. The fourth direction D4 can be represented as the extension direction of the diagonal connecting the first corner 5231 and the fourth corner 5234 of the opening 253.

[0162] For example, the distance between the first fixing groove 1321c and the second fixing groove 1322c can be equal to or less than the length f of the opening 253 along the second direction D2 (refer to Figure 7 ). Although it will be described below, as the first fixing member 130 is inserted between the first line 201 and the second line 202, the line fixing force of the first fixing member 130 can be increased.

[0163] The first fixing portion 1321 of the first fixing member 130 can fix the first line 201. The first fixing portion 1321 can be coupled to the first line 201.

[0164] The first fixing protrusion 1321a of the first fixing part 1321 may be configured to fix the upper part of the first wire 201 (refer to Figures 8 to 11 ). The second fixing protrusion 1321b of the first fixing part 1321 may be configured to fix the lower part of the first wire 201 (refer to Figures 8 to 11 ). Therefore, the first fixing part 1321 may be configured to fix the first wire 201 substantially in the vertical direction (Z direction).

[0165] The second fixing protrusion 1321b of the first fixing part 1321 may be spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion 1321a in the extending direction of the first wire 201 (refer to Figure 10 and Figure 11 ). The second fixing protrusion 1321b may be spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion 1321a in the first direction D1. The second fixing protrusion 1321b may fix the second wire 202 in a state of being spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion 1321a substantially in the front-rear direction (X direction). Therefore, the first fixing part 1321 may be configured to fix the first wire 201 substantially in the front-rear direction (X direction).

[0166] In the drawings, a case where the second fixing protrusion 1321b is disposed behind the first fixing protrusion 1321a is shown, but it is not limited thereto. The second fixing protrusion 1321b may also be disposed in front of the first fixing protrusion 1321a.

[0167] The first fixing groove 1321c of the first fixing part 1321 may be formed between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b, and may be configured to receive the first wire 201.

[0168] For example, the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b may be configured to protrude more than the first wire 201 in the second direction D2 (refer to Figure 8 and Figure 9 ). The length by which the first fixing protrusion 1321a protrudes from the first fixing groove 1321c may be greater than the diameter b of the first wire 201. The length by which the second fixing protrusion 1321b protrudes from the first fixing groove 1321c may be greater than the diameter b of the first wire 201.

[0169] For example, the distance a between the first fixing groove 1321c and the center of the first wire 201 may be less than the diameter b of the first wire 201 (refer to Figure 8 and Figure 9 ). For example, the gap g formed between the first fixing groove 1321c and the first wire 201 may be less than the diameter b of the first wire 201. For example, since the gap g formed between the first fixing groove 1321c and the first wire 201 is formed to be relatively less than the diameter b of the first wire 201, the rigidity of the first fixing member 131 will not be significantly reduced.

[0170] The second fixing portion 1322 of the first fixing member 130 can fix the second wire 202. The second fixing portion 1322 can be coupled with the second wire 202. For example, the fixing method of the first wire 201 of the first fixing portion 1321 described above can be similarly applied to the fixing method of the second wire 202 of the second fixing portion 1322.

[0171] The third fixing protrusion 1322a of the second fixing portion 1322 can be provided to fix the upper part of the second wire 202. The fourth fixing protrusion 1322b of the second fixing portion 1322 can be provided to fix the lower part of the second wire 202. Accordingly, the second fixing portion 1322 can be provided to fix the second wire 202 substantially in the up-down direction (Z direction).

[0172] The fourth fixing protrusion 1322b of the second fixing portion 1322 can be spaced apart from the third fixing protrusion 1322a in the extending direction of the second wire 202. The fourth fixing protrusion 1322b can be spaced apart from the third fixing protrusion 1322a in the first direction D1. The fourth fixing protrusion 1322b can fix the second wire 202 in a state of being spaced apart from the third fixing protrusion 1322a substantially in the front-rear direction (X direction). Therefore, the second fixing portion 1322 can be provided to fix the second wire 202 substantially in the front-rear direction (X direction).

[0173] In the drawings, a case where the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b is disposed behind the third fixing protrusion 1322a is shown, but it is not limited thereto. The fourth fixing protrusion 1322b can also be disposed in front of the third fixing protrusion 1322a.

[0174] The second fixing groove 1322c of the second fixing portion 1322 can be provided to be formed between the third fixing protrusion 1322a and the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b and accommodate the second wire 202.

[0175] For example, the third fixing protrusion 1322a and the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b can be provided to protrude more than the second wire 202 in the second direction D2. The length by which the third fixing protrusion 1322a protrudes from the second fixing groove 1322c can be greater than the diameter of the second wire 202. The length by which the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b protrudes from the second fixing groove 1322c can be greater than the diameter of the second wire 202.

[0176] For example, the distance between the second fixing groove 1322c and the center of the second wire 202 can be less than the diameter of the second wire 202. For example, the gap formed between the second fixing groove 1322c and the second wire 202 can be less than the diameter of the second wire 202. For example, since the gap formed between the second fixing groove 1322c and the second wire 202 is formed to be relatively less than the diameter of the second wire 202, the rigidity of the first fixing member 131 will not be significantly reduced.

[0177] The first fixing part 1321 and the second fixing part 1322 can be configured to fix the first wire 201 and the second wire 202 on both sides of the extending body 132 respectively. Thus, the first fixing member 1321 can be configured to fix the basket 52 substantially in the left-right direction (Y direction).

[0178] The second fixing member 140 can fix the seventh wire 207. The second fixing member 140 can be coupled with the seventh wire 207.

[0179] For example, the seventh wire 207 can extend along the second direction D2. For example, the seventh wire 207 can be configured as a component of the second frame portion 200b. For example, the seventh wire 207 can be spaced apart from the third wire 203 along the first direction D1. For example, the seventh wire 207 can be spaced apart from the fourth wire 204 along the first direction D1. For example, the seventh wire 207 can be disposed behind the third wire 203. For example, the seventh wire 207 can be disposed behind the fourth wire 204.

[0180] The second fixing member 140 can include a hook body 141 and a hook protrusion 142. The hook protrusion 142 can be coupled with the seventh wire 207. The hook protrusion 142 can be configured to interfere with the seventh wire 207. The hook protrusion 142 can be configured to be in close contact with the seventh wire 207. The hook protrusion 142 can be configured to contact the seventh wire 207.

[0181] For example, in a state where the catheter 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the distance c between the lower end portion of the hook protrusion 142 and the upper portion of the catheter body 110 can be smaller than the distance d between the upper end portion of the hook protrusion 142 and the lower end portion of the seventh wire 207 (refer to Figure 13 ). For example, the distance c by which the hook protrusion 142 can move in the vertical direction can be smaller than the distance d by which the hook protrusion 142 moves in the vertical direction to release the contact with the seventh wire 207. Thus, even when a downward force is applied to the hook body 141, the coupling between the hook protrusion 142 and the seventh wire 207 is not easily released.

[0182] The third fixing member 150 can fix the eighth wire 208. The third fixing member 150 can be coupled with the eighth wire 208.

[0183] For example, the eighth wire 208 can extend along the second direction D2. For example, the eighth wire 208 can be configured as a component of the second frame portion 200b. For example, the eighth wire 208 can be spaced apart from the seventh wire 207 along the first direction D1. For example, the eighth wire 208 can be disposed behind the seventh wire 207.

[0184] For example, the third fixing member 150 may include a fifth fixing protrusion 151, a sixth fixing protrusion 152, and a third fixing groove 153 formed between the fifth fixing protrusion 151 and the sixth fixing protrusion 152. The third fixing groove 153 may be configured to fix the eighth wire 208. The eighth wire 208 may be inserted into the third fixing groove 153.

[0185] The fourth fixing member 160 may fix the ninth wire 209 and the tenth wire 210. For example, the right fixing member 160a may fix the ninth wire 209. For example, the right fixing member 160a can be coupled with the ninth wire 209. For example, the left fixing member 160b may fix the tenth wire 210. For example, the left fixing member 160b can be coupled with the tenth wire 210.

[0186] For example, the ninth wire 209 may extend in the first direction D1. For example, the ninth wire 209 may be configured as a component of the first frame portion 200a. For example, the tenth wire 210 may extend in the first direction D1. For example, the tenth wire 210 may be configured as a component of the first frame portion 200a. For example, the tenth wire 210 may be spaced apart from the ninth wire 209 in the second direction D2. For example, the ninth wire 209 may be disposed between the first wire 201 and the second wire 202. For example, the tenth wire 210 may be disposed between the first wire 201 and the second wire 202.

[0187] For example, the support groove 162 of the right fixing member 160a may be configured to interfere with the ninth wire 209. For example, the support groove 162 of the right fixing member 160a may be configured to contact the ninth wire 209. For example, the support groove 162 of the left fixing member 160b may be configured to interfere with the tenth wire 210. For example, the support groove 162 of the left fixing member 160b may be configured to contact the tenth wire 210.

[0188] The conduit 100 may fix the basket 52 generally along the first direction D1. The conduit 100 may fix the basket 52 generally along the front-rear direction (X direction). For example, the second fixing member 140 and the third fixing member 150 may respectively fix the seventh wire 207 and the eighth wire 208 in a state of being spaced apart generally along the first direction D1. Accordingly, in a state where the conduit 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the conduit 100 may prevent the basket 52 from moving along the first direction D1. Also, in a state where the conduit 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the conduit 100 may maintain a state of being aligned with the basket 52 along the first direction D1.

[0189] The catheter 100 can fix the basket 52 generally along the second direction D2. The catheter 100 can fix the basket 52 generally along the left - right direction (Y - direction). For example, the first fixing portion 1321 and the second fixing portion 1322 of the first fixing member 130 can respectively fix the first wire 201 and the second wire 202 in a state of being spaced apart generally along the second direction D2. For example, the fourth fixing member 160 can fix the ninth wire 209 and the tenth wire 210 on both sides of the connecting portion 111. Thus, in the state where the catheter 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the catheter 100 can prevent the basket 52 from moving along the second direction D2. And, in the state where the catheter 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the catheter 100 can maintain the state of being aligned with the basket 52 along the second direction D2.

[0190] The catheter 100 can fix the basket 52 generally along the third direction D3. The catheter 100 can fix the basket 52 generally along the up - down direction (Z - direction). For example, the first fixing portion 1321 of the first fixing member 130 can fix the first wire 201 along the up - down direction. For example, the first fixing protrusion 1321a can fix the upper part of the first wire 201, and the second fixing protrusion 1321b can fix the lower part of the first wire 201. For example, the second fixing portion 1322 of the first fixing member 130 can fix the second wire 202 along the up - down direction. For example, the third fixing protrusion 1322a can fix the upper part of the second wire 202, and the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b can fix the lower part of the second wire 202. Thus, in the state where the catheter 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the catheter 100 can prevent the basket 52 from moving along the third direction D3. And, in the state where the catheter 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the catheter 100 can maintain the state of being aligned with the basket 52 along the third direction D3.

[0191] The catheter 100 can prevent the basket 52 from rotating relative to the X - axis (XR - direction rotation). For example, the first fixing portion 1321 and the second fixing portion 1322 of the first fixing member 130 can respectively fix the first wire 201 and the second wire 202. Thus, in the state where the catheter 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the catheter 100 can prevent the basket 52 from wobbling or tilting as it rotates relative to the X - axis.

[0192] The catheter 100 can prevent the basket 52 from rotating relative to the Y - axis (YR - direction rotation). For example, the first fixing portion 1321 and the second fixing portion 1322 of the first fixing member 130 can respectively fix the first wire 201 and the second wire 202. For example, the third fixing member 150 can be spaced apart from the first fixing portion 1321 and the second fixing portion 1322 to fix the eighth wire 208. Thus, in the state where the catheter 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the catheter 100 can prevent the basket 52 from wobbling or tilting as it rotates relative to the Y - axis.

[0193] The conduit 100 can prevent the basket 52 from rotating relative to the Z-axis (rotation in the ZR direction). For example, the first fixing portion 1321 and the second fixing portion 1322 of the first fixing member 130 can fix the first wire 201 and the second wire 202, respectively. For example, the fourth fixing member 160 can be spaced apart from the first fixing portion 1321 and the second fixing portion 1322 to fix the ninth wire 209 and the tenth wire 210. Thus, in a state where the conduit 100 is coupled to the basket 52, the conduit 100 can prevent wobbling or tilting as the basket 52 rotates relative to the Z-axis.

[0194] According to the related art, in a case where the conduit cannot stably fix the basket, the basket may move or wobble, resulting in the conduit not being properly aligned with the basket. Accordingly, the conduit and / or the injection unit connected to the conduit may interfere with the tableware. Also, the basket is tilted asymmetrically, so it may be difficult to ensure the space inside the washing chamber.

[0195] In contrast, according to the present disclosure, the conduit 100 can stably fix the basket 52. The conduit 100 can prevent movement and / or wobbling of the basket 52, and the conduit 100 can maintain a state of being properly aligned with the basket 52. The conduit 100 can be arranged as close as possible to the basket 52. For example, the conduit 100 and the basket 52 may not interfere with the tableware received in the basket 51. For example, the space 15 between the basket 52 and the basket 51 can be maximally ensured (refer to Figure 2 ). Thus, the space utilization rate inside the dishwasher 1 can be improved.

[0196] Figure 14 A state where the conduit is placed at the opening of the basket is shown. Figure 15 Shows Figure 14 A state where the shown conduit is placed diagonally at the opening of the basket. Figure 16 Shows Figure 15 A state where the shown conduit rotates. Figure 17 Shows Figure 16 A state where the shown conduit moves in the front-rear direction. Figure 18 Shows Figure 17 A state where the shown conduit rotates. Figure 19 Shows Figure 18 A state where the shown conduit moves in the front-rear direction. The same reference numerals are given to the same components, and detailed descriptions thereof may be omitted.

[0197] Refer to Figures 14 to 19 , an example of the process of installing the conduit 100 on the basket 52 is shown. However, this is merely exemplary, and the states of the conduit 100 and the basket 52 are not limited to Figures 14 to 19 the state shown. Also, the conduit 100 may not be arranged as in Figures 14 to 19Installed in the order shown on the basket 52. For example, when the conduit 100 is installed on the basket 52, some of the steps shown can be omitted. Figures 14 to 19 Some of the individual steps shown. For example, when the conduit 100 is installed on the basket 52, Figures 14 to 19 The individual steps shown can be carried out partially simultaneously. For example, when the conduit 100 is installed on the basket 52, steps other than Figures 14 to 19 the individual steps shown can be added.

[0198] Refer to Figure 14 , in the state where the basket 52 is inverted, the conduit 100 can be installed on the basket 52. For example, in the state where the bottom 521 of the basket 52 is arranged upward, the conduit 100 can be assembled to the basket 52.

[0199] For example, the first fixing member 130 of the conduit 100 can be placed in the opening 523 of the basket 52. For example, the second fixing portion 132 of the first fixing member 130 can be first placed in the opening 523, and then the first fixing portion 132 of the first fixing member 130 can be placed in the opening 523. However, different from Figure 14 the situation shown, the first fixing portion 132 of the first fixing member 130 can be first placed in the opening 523, and then the second fixing portion 132 of the first fixing member 130 can be placed in the opening 523.

[0200] Refer to Figure 15 , the conduit 100 can be located at the first position P1.

[0201] For example, when the conduit 100 is located at the first position P1, the first fixing member 130 can be arranged to be placed in the opening 523 along the diagonal direction D4 (refer to Figure 7 ) of the opening 523. For example, when the conduit 100 is located at the first position P1, the extension body 131 can be arranged to extend along the diagonal direction D4 (refer to Figure 7 ) of the opening 523.

[0202] For example, the first fixing portion 1321 of the first fixing member 130 can be arranged corresponding to the third corner 5233 of the opening 523, and the second fixing portion 1322 of the first fixing member 130 can be arranged corresponding to the second corner 5232. However, different from Figure 15 the situation shown, for example, the first fixing portion 1321 of the first fixing member 130 can be arranged corresponding to the first corner 5231 of the opening 523, and the second fixing portion 1322 of the first fixing member 130 can be arranged corresponding to the fourth corner 5234.

[0203] The catheter 100 may be capable of performing a first rotation R1. The catheter 100 may be configured to perform the first rotation R1 at the first position P1. For example, the first rotation R1 of the catheter 100 may include the catheter 100 rotating about an axis in the vertical direction. For example, the catheter 100 may be configured to perform the first rotation R1 about any axis S1 that extends substantially along the vertical direction (Z direction).

[0204] Referring Figure 16 and Figure 17 , the catheter 100 may be located at the second position P2.

[0205] As the catheter 100 performs the first rotation R1 while in the state of being located at the first position P1, the catheter 100 may move to the second position P2. That is, when the catheter 100 performs the first rotation R1, the catheter 100 may move from the first position P1 to the second position P2.

[0206] For example, when the catheter 100 is located at the second position P2, the first fixing member 130 may be arranged on the opening 523 to extend along the second direction D2. For example, when the catheter 100 is located at the second position P2, the first fixing member 130 may be arranged to be placed on the opening 523 along the substantially left - right direction (Y direction) of the opening 523. For example, when the catheter 100 is located at the second position P2, the extending body 131 may be arranged on the opening 523 to extend along the second direction D2.

[0207] For example, when the catheter 100 is located at the second position P2, the catheter 100 may be arranged to form a predetermined angle β with the basket 52. For example, the catheter body 110 may be arranged to be inclined at a predetermined angle β with respect to a line extending along the first direction D1.

[0208] For example, as the catheter 100 performs the first rotation R1 while in the state of being located at the first position P1, the first fixing member 130 is arranged on the opening 523 to extend along the second direction D2. The catheter body 110 may be arranged to form a predetermined angle β with respect to the basket 52. However, it is not limited thereto, and the case where the first fixing member 130 is arranged on the opening 523 to extend along the second direction D2 and the case where the catheter body 110 is arranged to form a predetermined angle β with respect to the basket 52 may not be achieved simultaneously.

[0209] The catheter 100 is capable of performing a second rotation R2. The catheter 100 may be configured to perform the second rotation R2 at the second position P2. For example, the second rotation R2 of the catheter 100 may include a case where the catheter 100 rotates about an axis in the left - right direction. For example, the catheter 100 may be configured to perform the second rotation R2 about any axis S2 that extends substantially along the left - right direction (Y direction).

[0210] For example, referring to Figure 16 , the catheter 100 may be located at the 2a position P2a. For example, when the catheter 100 is located at the 2a position P2a, the first fixing member 130 may be located at an intermediate point in the first direction D1 of the opening 253. For example, the catheter 100 may be configured to perform the 2a rotation R2a at the 2a position P2a. For example, the catheter 100 may be configured to perform the 2a rotation R2a about an arbitrary axis S2a extending substantially in the left-right direction (Y direction) at the 2a position P2a. The 2a position P2a corresponds to an example of the second position P2 and may be referred to as the second position P2. The 2a rotation R2a corresponds to an example of the second rotation R2 and may be referred to as the second rotation R2.

[0211] For example, referring to Figure 17 , the catheter 100 may be located at the 2b position P2b. For example, when the catheter 100 is located at the 2b position P2b, the first fixing member 130 may be located further rearward than the intermediate point in the first direction D1 of the opening 253. For example, the catheter 100 may be configured to perform the 2b rotation R2b at the 2b position P2b. For example, the catheter 100 may be configured to perform the 2b rotation R2b about an arbitrary axis S2b extending substantially in the left-right direction (Y direction) at the 2b position P2b. The 2b position P2b corresponds to an example of the second position P2 and may be referred to as the second position P2. The 2b rotation R2b corresponds to an example of the second rotation R2 and may be referred to as the second rotation R2.

[0212] As described above, as the catheter 100 rotates while in the state of being located at the first position P1, the catheter 100 may be configured to be located at the second position P2. For example, the catheter 100 located at the first position P1 may be located at the 2a position P2a by the first rotation R1. For example, the catheter 100 located at the first position P1 may be located at the 2a position P2a by the first rotation R1 and then be located at the 2b position P2b by moving a predetermined range (for example, moving in the front-rear direction). For example, the catheter 100 located at the first position P1 may be located at the 2b position P2b by the first rotation R1. The second position P2 of the catheter 100 is not limited to the above examples. The 2a position P2a and the 2b position P2b are merely examples of the second position P2. Also, the second rotation R2 of the catheter 100 is not limited to the above examples. The 2a rotation R2a and the 2b rotation R2b are also merely examples of the second rotation R2.

[0213] Referring to Figure 18 , the catheter 100 may be located at the third position P3.

[0214] As the catheter 100 performs the second rotation R2 while in the state at the second position P2, the catheter 100 can move to the third position P3. That is, when the catheter 100 performs the second rotation R2, the catheter 100 can move from the second position P2 to the third position P3.

[0215] For example, when the catheter 100 is at the third position P3, the catheter body 110 can be arranged to extend along the first direction D1. For example, when the catheter 100 is at the third position P3, the catheter body 110 can be arranged to extend substantially along the front-rear direction (X direction).

[0216] For example, as the catheter 100 performs the second rotation R2 while in the state at the second position P2, the catheter body 110 can be configured to be close to the basket 52. For example, as the catheter 100 performs the second rotation R2 while in the state at the second position P2, the distance between the catheter body 110 and the basket 52 can gradually decrease. For example, as the catheter 100 performs the second rotation R2 while in the state at the second position P2, the angle β formed between the catheter body 110 and the basket 52 can gradually decrease.

[0217] For example, when the catheter 100 is at the third position P3, the first fixing member 130 can be configured to fix the first wire 201 and the second wire 202.

[0218] For example, as the catheter 100 performs the second rotation R2 while in the state at the second position P2, the first fixing member 130 can be configured to fix the first wire 201 and the second wire 202. For example, as the catheter 100 rotates, the first fixing member 130 can also rotate. Thus, the first fixing portion 3121 can be configured to be in conformity with the first wire 201, and the second fixing portion 3122 can be configured to be in conformity with the second wire 202. A detailed description thereof will be given later.

[0219] The catheter 100 can move M along the first direction D1. The catheter 100 can be configured to perform the movement M along the first direction D1 at the third position P3. The catheter 100 can perform the movement M substantially along the front-rear direction (X direction) at the third position P3.

[0220] Refer to Figure 19 , the catheter 100 can be at the fourth position P4. When the catheter 100 is at the fourth position P4, the catheter 100 can be in a state of being installed on the basket 52. When the catheter 100 is at the fourth position P4, the catheter 100 can be in a state of being coupled to the basket 52.

[0221] As the catheter 100 performs the movement M in the first direction D1 while in the state of being located at the third position P3, the catheter 100 can move to the fourth position P4. As the catheter 100 performs the movement M substantially in the front-rear direction (X direction) while in the state of being located at the third position P3, the catheter 100 can move to the fourth position P4. That is, when the catheter 100 moves M substantially in the front-rear direction (X direction), the catheter 100 can move from the third position P3 to the fourth position P4.

[0222] For example, when the catheter 100 is located at the fourth position P4, the first fixing member 130 can be arranged to fix the first wire 201 and the second wire 202. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, even when the catheter 100 is located at the third position P3, the first fixing member 130 can be arranged to fix the first wire 201 and the second wire 202.

[0223] For example, when the catheter 100 is located at the fourth position P4, the second fixing member 140 can be arranged to fix the seventh wire 207. For example, as the catheter 100 performs the movement M in the first direction D1 while in the state of being located at the third position P3, the second fixing member 140 can be arranged to fix the seventh wire 207. For example, as the catheter 100 performs the movement M in the first direction D1 while in the state of being located at the third position P3, the seventh wire 207 can be arranged to interfere with the hook projection 142 of the second fixing member 150. Thereby, the binding force between the catheter 100 and the basket 52 can be further increased.

[0224] For example, when the catheter 100 is located at the fourth position P4, the third fixing member 150 can be arranged to fix the eighth wire 208. For example, as the catheter 100 performs the movement M in the first direction D1 while in the state of being located at the third position P3, the third fixing member 150 can be arranged to fix the eighth wire 208. For example, as the catheter 100 performs the movement M in the first direction D1 while in the state of being located at the third position P3, the eighth wire 208 can be arranged to be inserted into the third fixing groove 153 of the third fixing member 150. Thereby, the binding force between the catheter 100 and the basket 52 can be further increased.

[0225] For example, when the catheter 100 is in the fourth position P4, the fourth fixing member 160 can be configured to fix the ninth wire 209 and the tenth wire 210. For example, as the catheter 100 moves in the first direction D1 while in the state of being in the third position P3, the fourth fixing member 160 can be configured to fix the ninth wire 209 and the tenth wire 210. For example, as the catheter 100 moves in the first direction D1 in the third position P3, the ninth wire 209 can be inserted into the support groove 162 of the right fixing member 160a. For example, as the catheter 100 moves in the first direction D1 in the third position P3, the tenth wire 210 can be inserted into the support groove 162 of the left fixing member 160b. Thus, the coupling force between the catheter 100 and the basket 52 can be further increased.

[0226] In addition, the configurations of the first position P1, the second position P2, the third position P3, and the fourth position P4 of the catheter 100 are not limited by the ordinal numbers "first", "second", "third", and "fourth".

[0227] Figure 20 An example of a state in which the catheter is assembled in the basket is shown. Figure 21 An example of a state in which the catheter is assembled to the basket is shown. The same reference numerals are given to the same configurations, and detailed descriptions may be omitted.

[0228] Refer to Figure 20 , in the process of assembling the catheter 100 to the basket 52, the catheter 100 can be configured to form a predetermined angle β with respect to the basket 52. The catheter body 110 of the catheter 100 can be arranged to be inclined at a predetermined angle β with respect to the catheter extending in the first direction D1. For example, the catheter 100 can be in the second position P2.

[0229] For example, in a state where the catheter 100 is configured to form a predetermined angle β with respect to the basket 52, the distance k between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b of the first fixing portion 1321 can be greater than the height h of at least one wire 201, 205 corresponding to the first fixing portion 1321. For example, the height h can include the height t1 of the first wire 201 and the height t2 by which the fifth wire 205 protrudes from the first wire 201. Thus, in a state where the catheter 100 is configured to form a predetermined angle β with respect to the basket 52, the catheter 100 can avoid interference with the wires 201, 202. In a state where the catheter 100 is configured to form a predetermined angle β with respect to the basket 52, the catheter 100 can easily move in the first direction D1. For example, the catheter 100 can move a predetermined range substantially in the front-rear direction (X direction) in a state of forming a predetermined angle with respect to the basket 52. The above relationship can also be applied to the relationship between the second fixing portion 1322 and at least one wire 202, 206 corresponding to the second fixing portion 1322.

[0230] Refer to Figure 21 , in a state where the catheter 100 is assembled to the basket 52, the catheter body 110 of the catheter 100 can be arranged to extend along the first direction D2. For example, the catheter 100 can be located at the third position P3. For example, the catheter 100 can be located at the fourth position P4.

[0231] For example, in a state where the catheter 100 is configured to form a predetermined angle β with respect to the basket 52, the distance k between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b of the first fixing portion 1321 can be greater than the distance w between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b of the first fixing portion 1321 in a state where the catheter 100 is assembled to the basket 52. As the catheter 100 is assembled to the basket 52, the distance between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b can be reduced. For example, as the catheter 100 rotates a predetermined range (e.g., the second rotation R2) in a state where it is configured to form a predetermined angle β with the basket 52, the first fixing protrusion 1321a can fix the upper part of the first line 201, and the second fixing protrusion 1321b can fix the lower part of the line 201. The above relationship can also be applied to the relationship between the third fixing protrusion 1322a and the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b of the second fixing portion 1322.

[0232] Figure 22 is a schematic perspective view of an example formed as part of a dishwasher according to an embodiment. Figure 23 Shows an example of a state where the catheter is assembled to the basket. Figure 24 Shows an example of a state where the catheter is assembled to the basket. Compared with Figure 19 the basket shown, Figure 22 the basket shown may not include the fifth line 205 and the sixth line 206. Compared with Figure 20 and Figure 21 the basket shown, Figure 23 and Figure 24 the basket shown may not include the fifth line 205 and the sixth line 206. The same reference numerals are given to the same structures, and detailed descriptions may be omitted.

[0233] For example, refer to Figure 23 , in a state where the catheter 100 is configured to form a predetermined angle β with respect to the basket 52, the distance k between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b of the first fixing portion 1321 can be greater than the height of the first line 201 corresponding to the first fixing portion 1321. As referred to Figure 20 and Figure 21As described above, in a state where the catheter 100 is arranged to form a predetermined angle β with respect to the basket 52, the catheter 100 may not interfere with the first wire 201. The above relationship can also be applied to the relationship between the second fixing part 1322 and the second wire 202.

[0234] For example, referring to Figure 24 , in a state where the catheter 100 is arranged to form a predetermined angle β with respect to the basket 52, the distance k between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b of the first fixing part 1321 may be greater than the distance w between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b of the first fixing part 1321 in a state where the catheter 100 is assembled to the basket 52. Similar to the description made with reference to Figure 20 and Figure 21 , as the catheter 100 is assembled to the basket 52, the distance between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b may decrease. The above relationship can also be applied to the relationship between the third fixing protrusion 1322a and the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b of the second fixing part 1322.

[0235] In the related art, generally, a catheter can be simply assembled to a wire in the vertical direction (or horizontal direction). In this case, a certain degree of tolerance may be required for assembling the catheter and the basket, and the stiffness of the catheter may be relatively low. As a result, it may be difficult for the catheter to stably fix the basket, and the basket may easily move or shake. Also, the bonding force between the basket and the catheter may become weak. With the deviation in alignment between the basket and the catheter, the tableware may collide with the basket and / or the catheter.

[0236] In contrast, according to the present disclosure, in a state where the first fixing member 130 is placed in the opening 523, the catheter 100 can be coupled to the basket 52 by rotating with respect to the basket 52. As the catheter 100 is rotatably assembled to the basket 52, the catheter 100 can be firmly mounted to the basket 52. The catheter 100 can stably fix the wires of the basket 52. The tableware may not collide with the basket 52 and / or the catheter 100.

[0237] For example, as the catheter 100 performs the first rotation R1, the first fixing member 130 can be converted from a state of being placed along the diagonal direction D4 of the opening 523 to a state of being placed along the second direction D2 of the opening 523. By performing the first rotation R1 of the catheter 100, the first fixing member 130 can be arranged to be inserted between the first wire 201 and the second wire 202 in the opening 253. Thereby, the wire fixing force of the first fixing member 130 can be increased. Also, the tolerance for assembling the catheter 100 and the basket 52 can be relatively small.

[0238] For example, as the catheter 100 performs the second rotation R2, the fixing portion 132 of the first fixing member 130 may fix the first wire 201 and the second wire 202. For example, as the second rotation R2 is performed, the distance between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b may decrease. The first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b may fix the first wire 201 in the vertical direction. For example, as the second rotation R2 is performed, the distance between the third fixing protrusion 1322a and the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b may decrease. The third fixing protrusion 1322a and the fourth fixing protrusion 1322b may fix the second wire 202 in the vertical direction.

[0239] For example, as the catheter 100 moves M, the second fixing member 140 fixes the seventh wire 207, and the third fixing member 150 fixes the eighth wire 208. The fourth fixing member 160 may fix the ninth wire 209 and the tenth wire 210. Thereby, the binding force between the catheter 100 and the basket 52 can be further increased.

[0240] The dishwasher 1 may include: a tub 12; a basket 52 configured to accommodate tableware inside the tub 12 and including a wire 201; and a catheter 100 detachably coupled to the basket and configured to guide washing water sprayed onto the tableware. The catheter 100 may include: a first fixing protrusion 1321a configured to fix an upper portion of the wire 201; and a second fixing protrusion 1321b configured to fix a lower portion of the wire 201. The second fixing protrusion 1321b may be spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion 1321a in the extending direction of the wire.

[0241] The catheter 100 may include a catheter body 110 forming a flow path for the washing water to flow. The catheter 100 may include an extension body 131 extending from the catheter body. The catheter 100 may include: a fixing portion 132 formed on one side of the extension body 131 and including the first fixing protrusion and the second fixing protrusion.

[0242] The extending direction of the wire may be a first direction D1. The fixing portion 132 may be a first fixing portion 1321. The catheter 100 may include a second fixing portion 1322 formed on the other side of the extension body. The second fixing portion 1322 may include a third fixing protrusion 1322a spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion in a second direction D2 intersecting the first direction. The second fixing portion 132 may include a fourth fixing protrusion 1322b spaced apart from the second fixing protrusion along the second direction D2.

[0243] The wire may be a first wire 201 extending in a first direction. The basket may further include: a second wire 202, spaced apart from the first wire in a second direction intersecting the first direction and extending in the first direction. The conduit 100 may include a third fixing protrusion 1322a configured to fix an upper portion of the second wire. The conduit 100 may include: a fourth fixing protrusion 1322b, spaced apart from the third fixing protrusion along the first direction and configured to fix a lower portion of the second wire.

[0244] The extending direction of the wire may be a first direction D1. The first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b may be configured to protrude more in a second direction D2 intersecting the first direction than the wire 201.

[0245] The extending direction of the wire may be a first direction D1. The conduit body 110 may be arranged to extend in the first direction in a state where the conduit is coupled to the basket. The extending body 131 may be arranged to extend in a second direction D2 intersecting the first direction in a state where the conduit is coupled to the basket.

[0246] The basket 52 may further include an opening 523 configured to allow washing water to pass through. The conduit 100 may be rotated relative to the basket in a state where the extending body 131 is placed in the opening 523, thereby being coupled to the basket.

[0247] The extending direction of the wire may be a first direction D1. The rotation of the conduit may include a rotation R1 for moving the conduit from a first position P1 to a second position P2. When the conduit is in the first position P1, the extending body 131 may be arranged to extend along a diagonal direction of the opening. When the conduit is in the second position P2, the extending body 131 may be arranged to extend in a second direction intersecting the first direction in the opening.

[0248] The rotation of the conduit may include a rotation R2 for moving the conduit from a first position P2 to a second position P3. When the conduit is in the first position P2, the conduit body 110 may be arranged to be inclined at a predetermined angle β with respect to the wire. When the conduit is in the second position P3, the conduit body 110 may be arranged to extend in the first direction.

[0249] The extending length L of the extending body may be less than the length e in the diagonal direction of the opening 253.

[0250] When the catheter is in the first position P2, the distance k between the first fixing protrusion and the second fixing protrusion may be greater than the height h of the wire.

[0251] The catheter 100 may further include: a fixing groove 1321c formed between the first fixing protrusion 1321a and the second fixing protrusion 1321b and configured to receive the wire. The distance a between the center of the fixing groove 1321c and the wire 201 may be less than the diameter b of the wire.

[0252] The wire may be a first wire extending in a first direction. The basket may further include a second wire 207 extending in a second direction D2 intersecting the first direction. The catheter 100 may further include a hook 140 formed on the catheter body 110 to fix the second wire 207.

[0253] The hook 140 may include: a hook body 141 extending from an upper portion of the catheter body; and a hook protrusion 142 formed at an end of the hook body 141 and configured to interfere with the second wire 207. In a state where the catheter is coupled to the basket, the distance c between a lower end portion of the hook protrusion and an upper portion of the catheter body may be less than the distance d between an upper end portion of the hook protrusion and a lower end portion of the second wire.

[0254] The dishwasher 1 may further include: a spray rotor 42 configured to communicate with the catheter to spray washing water guided by the catheter onto the tableware.

[0255] The dishwasher 1 may include a tub 12, a basket 52 disposed inside the tub, a spray rotor 42 configured to spray washing water toward the tableware, and a catheter 100 configured to guide the washing water to the spray rotor. The basket 52 may include a bottom 521 for supporting the tableware, an opening 523 with a part of the bottom being open, and a plurality of wires 200 forming the bottom and the opening. The catheter 100 may include: a catheter body 110 forming a flow path for the washing water to flow; and a fixing member 130 configured to extend in a direction intersecting the extending direction of the catheter body and fix the basket. The catheter may be configured to be capable of performing a first rotation R1 and a second rotation R2. When the catheter performs the first rotation R1, the fixing member may be configured to be placed in the left - right direction of the opening 253 in a state of being placed along the diagonal direction of the opening 253. When the catheter performs the second rotation R2, the catheter body may be configured to approach the basket.

[0256] The multiple lines 200 of the basket may include a first line 201 extending in the front-rear direction and a second line 207 extending in the left-right direction. The fixing member 130 of the conduit may be configured to fix the first line 201. The conduit 100 may further include a hook 140 spaced apart from the fixing member 130 in the front-rear direction and fixing the second line 207.

[0257] After the conduit performs the first rotation R1 and the second rotation R2 and then moves in the front-rear direction M, the hook 140 may be configured to interfere with the second line 207.

[0258] The first rotation R1 may include a case of rotating about an axis in the vertical direction.

[0259] The second rotation R2 may include a case of rotating about an axis in the left-right direction.

[0260] According to the present disclosure, a dishwasher can improve space utilization. For example, the dishwasher can accommodate large-sized tableware. For example, the dishwasher can hold more tableware.

[0261] According to the present disclosure, a dishwasher can prevent the conduit and / or the injection unit from interfering with the tableware. According to the present disclosure, a dishwasher can prevent the conduit and / or the injection unit from colliding with the tableware.

[0262] According to the present disclosure, the assemblability of the conduit and the basket of the dishwasher can be improved. According to the present disclosure, the binding force between the conduit and the basket of the dishwasher can be improved. For example, the assembly tolerance between the basket and the conduit may be relatively small. For example, the basket and the conduit may not easily shake.

[0263] The effects that can be achieved by the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and those with ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which the present disclosure pertains can clearly understand other effects not mentioned from the above description.

[0264] As described above, specific embodiments have been illustrated and described. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and those with general knowledge in the technical field to which the present invention pertains can make various changes and implementations without departing from the gist of the technical concept of the invention described in the claims.

Claims

1. A dishwasher, comprising: bucket; A basket, located inside the barrel and serving as a basket for receiving objects to be cleaned, including a wire forming the basket; as well as a guide tube detachably coupled to the basket and used to guide the washing water sprayed toward the object, Wherein, the catheter comprises: a first fixing protrusion fixing an upper portion of the wire; and The second fixing protrusion is spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion along the extending direction of the wire and fixes the lower portion of the wire.

2. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein: The catheter further comprises: a conduit body having a flow path therein for the flow of wash water; an extension body extending from the catheter body; and The fixing portion is formed on one side of the extending body and includes the first fixing protrusion and the second fixing protrusion.

3. The dishwasher according to claim 2, wherein: The extending direction of the line is a first direction, The fixing portion is a first fixing portion, The catheter comprises: A second fixing portion is formed on the other side of the extension body, The second fixing portion includes: a third fixing protrusion spaced apart from the first fixing protrusion along a second direction intersecting the first direction; and The fourth fixing protrusion is spaced apart from the second fixing protrusion along the second direction.

4. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein: The line is a first line extending along a first direction, The basket also includes: a second line spaced apart from the first line in a second direction intersecting the first direction and extending in the first direction, The catheter further comprises: a third fixing protrusion fixing an upper portion of the second wire; and A fourth fixing protrusion is spaced apart from the third fixing protrusion along the first direction and fixes a lower portion of the second wire.

5. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein: The extending direction of the line is a first direction, The first fixing protrusion and the second fixing protrusion protrude more than the line in a second direction crossing the first direction.

6. The dishwasher according to claim 2, wherein: The extending direction of the line is a first direction, The catheter body extends along the first direction based on the catheter being coupled to the basket. The extension body extends along a second direction intersecting the first direction based on the combination of the conduit with the basket.

7. The dishwasher according to claim 2, wherein: The basket also includes an opening for washing water to pass through. The catheter is rotated relative to the basket based on the extension body being placed in the opening, thereby being coupled to the basket.

8. The dishwasher according to claim 7, wherein: The extending direction of the line is a first direction, The rotation of the catheter includes a rotation for moving the catheter from a first position to a second position, Based on the catheter being located at the first position, the extension body is arranged at the opening to extend along a diagonal direction of the opening, Based on the catheter being located at the second position, the extension body is arranged at the opening portion to extend in a second direction intersecting the first direction.

9. The dishwasher according to claim 7, wherein: The rotation of the catheter includes a rotation for moving the catheter from a first position to a second position, Based on the catheter being in the first position, the catheter body is tilted at a predetermined angle relative to the line, Based on the catheter being located at the second position, the catheter body is arranged to extend along the first direction.

10. The dishwasher according to claim 8, wherein: An extension length of the extension body is smaller than a length of the opening portion in the diagonal direction.

11. The dishwasher according to claim 9, wherein: Based on the catheter being located at the first position, a distance between the first fixing protrusion and the second fixing protrusion is greater than a height of a wire.

12. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein: The catheter further comprises: a fixing groove formed between the first fixing protrusion and the second fixing protrusion and used to receive the wire, Wherein, the distance between the fixing groove and the center of the wire is smaller than the diameter of the wire.

13. The dishwasher according to claim 2, wherein: The line is a first line extending along a first direction, The basket also includes: a second line extending along a second direction intersecting the first direction, The catheter further comprises: A hook is formed on the catheter body to fix the second wire.

14. The dishwasher according to claim 13, wherein: The hook comprises: a hook body extending from an upper portion of the catheter body; and a hook protrusion formed at an end of the hook body and configured to interfere with the second wire, Based on the catheter being coupled to the basket, a distance between a lower end of the hook protrusion and an upper portion of the catheter body is smaller than a distance between an upper end of the hook protrusion and a lower end of the second wire.

15. The dishwasher according to claim 1, further comprising: The spray rotor is communicable with the duct to spray the wash water guided by the duct to the object.

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