Dishwasher

Abstract

The dishwasher includes: a tub; a first pipe disposed inside the tub to guide washing water, and including a first flange; a second pipe disposed to guide the washing water from the first pipe, and including a second flange configured to be coupled to the first flange in a first direction and capable of being separated from the first flange in a second direction opposite the first direction; and a sealing member disposed to seal a gap between the first flange and the second flange, wherein the sealing member includes: a sealing body capable of being mounted on an outer surface of the first flange; a first sealing protrusion protruding from the sealing body; a second sealing protrusion protruding from the sealing body and spaced apart from the first sealing protrusion in the second direction; a reinforcing portion disposed between the first sealing protrusion and the second sealing protrusion; and a notched portion recessed between the second sealing protrusion and the reinforcing portion.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to dishwashers. Background Technology

[0002] A dishwasher is a device that uses detergent and water to automatically clean food residue and other debris from dishes.

[0003] A dishwasher may include: a main body, an inner tub disposed inside the main body, a basket disposed inside the inner tub to hold tableware, a spray unit configured to spray washing water into the basket, and a piping assembly consisting of at least one pipe to guide the washing water to the spray unit.

[0004] As an example, at least one pipe may be configured to be inserted into or removed from the inner liner along with the basket. Summary of the Invention

[0005] Technical problems to be solved

[0006] This disclosure relates to providing a dishwasher with improved ease of use.

[0007] This disclosure relates to providing a dishwasher with improved ease of assembly.

[0008] This disclosure relates to providing a dishwasher that includes tubing that can be easily inserted into and / or withdrawn from the inner tank.

[0009] This disclosure relates to providing a dishwasher that includes a sealing component capable of effectively preventing leakage of washing water.

[0010] The technical tasks to be achieved in this document are not limited to those mentioned above, and those skilled in the art will clearly understand from the following description other technical tasks not mentioned.

[0011] Technical solution

[0012] Various aspects of embodiments of this disclosure will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and will be partly apparent from the description, or may be learned by practice of the embodiments presented.

[0013] According to embodiments of this disclosure, a dishwasher includes: an inner tub; a first conduit located inside the inner tub to guide washing water, the first conduit including a first flange; a second conduit configured to guide the washing water from the first conduit, the second conduit including a second flange configured to be connectable to the first flange in a first direction and disengageable from the first flange in a second direction opposite to the first direction; and a sealing member configured to seal between the first flange and the second flange, the sealing member including: a sealing body mountable on an outer surface of the first flange; a first sealing protrusion protruding from the sealing body; a second sealing protrusion protruding from the sealing body and spaced apart from the first sealing protrusion in the second direction; a reinforcing portion located between the first sealing protrusion and the second sealing protrusion; and a recess recessed between the second sealing protrusion and the reinforcing portion.

[0014] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, when the sealing body is mounted on the outer surface of the first flange, the second sealing protrusion can be bent toward the notch when the second flange is connected to the first flange along the first direction.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first flange may include: a first wall portion; a second wall portion spaced apart from the first wall portion along a second direction; and a groove formed between the first wall portion and the second wall portion, wherein the sealing body of the sealing member can be installed in the groove, and the groove has a slope that widens along the second direction.

[0016] According to embodiments of this disclosure, when the sealing body is installed in the groove, the first sealing protrusion can protrude from the portion of the sealing body facing the first wall. When the sealing body is installed in the groove, the second sealing protrusion can protrude from the portion of the sealing body facing the second wall.

[0017] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, when the sealing body is installed in the groove and the second flange is connected to the first flange, the second sealing protrusion can contact the inner surface of the second flange.

[0018] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, when the sealing body is installed in the groove and the second flange is connected to the first flange, a gap may be formed between the first sealing protrusion and the inner surface of the second flange.

[0019] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the first flange may be hollow. The outer diameter of the first side of the groove adjacent to the first wall portion may be smaller than the outer diameter of the second side of the groove adjacent to the second wall portion.

[0020] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the first sealing protrusion and the second sealing protrusion may be symmetrical with respect to the radial centerline of the sealing member.

[0021] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, when the sealing body is installed in the groove, the second sealing protrusion may protrude further than the first sealing protrusion relative to the axial centerline of the sealing member.

[0022] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the first sealing protrusion and the second sealing protrusion may protrude further from the sealing body than the reinforcing portion.

[0023] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the sealing member may have an annular shape. The length of the sealing member along the second direction may be longer than the thickness of the sealing member along a third direction, which is a radial direction.

[0024] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the second sealing protrusion may include an inclined portion that tapers or narrows along the second direction.

[0025] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the first flange may include a first chamfered portion that tapers or narrows along the second direction at its end. The second flange may include a second chamfered portion configured to correspond to the first chamfered portion when the second flange is attached to the first flange.

[0026] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the second conduit can be configured to be connected to the first conduit by being inserted into the inner liner, and to be separated from the first conduit by being withdrawn from the inner liner.

[0027] According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the dishwasher may further include a basket configured to hold tableware in the inner liner and secured to the second conduit for movement with the second conduit.

[0028] One aspect of this disclosure provides a dishwasher comprising: an inner tub; a jet rotor configured to jet washing water into the interior of the inner tub; a reservoir configured to store washing water inside the inner tub; a first conduit including a first frame and a first flange, the first frame configured to guide washing water supplied from the reservoir, the first flange configured to allow washing water guided by the first frame to flow out, and the first flange having an increased outer diameter by projecting forward from the first frame; a second conduit including a second flange and a second frame, the second flange configured to engage with the first flange to introduce washing water flowing out from the first flange, the second frame configured to extend forward from the second flange to guide washing water introduced through the second flange to the jet rotor; and a sealing member configured to seal between the first flange and the second flange. The sealing member may include a sealing body mounted on an outer surface of the first flange. The sealing member may include a sealing protrusion projecting from a front end of the sealing body to contact an inner surface of the second flange when the sealing body is mounted on the outer surface of the first flange.

[0029] One aspect of this disclosure provides a dishwasher comprising: an inner tub; a first conduit disposed within the inner tub to guide washing water, the first conduit including a first flange configured to allow washing water to flow out in a first direction; a second conduit configured to connect to the first conduit in a second direction opposite to the first direction, the second conduit including a second flange configured to receive washing water flowing out from the first flange when the second conduit is connected to the first conduit; and a sealing member configured to be mounted on an outer surface of the first flange to prevent leakage of washing water between the first flange and the second flange. The sealing member may include a sealing protrusion that protrudes to contact an inner surface of the second flange when the sealing member is mounted on the outer surface of the first flange. The sealing member may include a notch formed adjacent to the sealing protrusion, such that the sealing protrusion is bendable. Attached Figure Description

[0030] These and / or other aspects of this disclosure will become clearer and more readily understood in conjunction with the accompanying drawings listed below and the following description of embodiments.

[0031] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] Figure 2 This is a side sectional view of a dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0033] Figure 3 A partial configuration of a dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is schematically illustrated.

[0034] Figure 4 The illustration schematically depicts a partial configuration of a dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, in which a basket and a pipe are separated.

[0035] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of a portion of the image.

[0036] Figure 6 The illustration shows a pipe assembly and an injection device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0037] Figure 7 Is Figure 6 An exploded view of a partial construction of the pipe assembly shown.

[0038] Figure 8 Is Figure 7 An enlarged view of a portion of the pipe assembly shown.

[0039] Figure 9 From and Figure 8 Different directional diagrams in the middle Figure 8 Partial construction of the pipe assembly shown.

[0040] Figure 10 Is Figure 7 An enlarged cross-sectional view of a portion of the partial structure of the pipe assembly shown.

[0041] Figure 11 Is Figure 10 An enlarged view of section D shown.

[0042] Figure 12 Is Figure 10 An enlarged view of section E shown.

[0043] Figure 13 This is a cross-sectional perspective view of a portion of a pipe assembly according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0044] Figure 14 This is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a pipe assembly according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0045] Figure 15 yes Figure 14 A magnified view of a portion of the image.

[0046] Figure 16This is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a pipe assembly according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0047] Figure 17 yes Figure 16 A magnified view of a portion of the image.

[0048] Figure 18 This is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a pipe assembly according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0049] The various embodiments and terms used in this document are not intended to limit the technical features described herein to the specific embodiments, and should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutions of the embodiments.

[0050] In conjunction with the description of the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals may be used for the same or related parts.

[0051] Unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form of the noun corresponding to an item may include one item or multiple items.

[0052] In this document, each of the phrases such as “A or B”, “at least one of A and B”, “at least one of A or B”, “at least one of A, B or C”, “at least one of A, B and C” and “at least one of A, B or C” may include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase in the phrase, or all possible combinations thereof.

[0053] The term “and / or” includes any combination of multiple related components or any one of multiple related components.

[0054] The terms “unit,” “module,” and “component” can be implemented as hardware or software. Depending on the embodiment, multiple “units,” “modules,” and “components” can be implemented as a single part, or a single “unit,” “module,” and “component” can include multiple parts.

[0055] A given component can be simply distinguished from other corresponding components using terms such as “first,” “second,” “primary,” and “secondary,” without restricting the corresponding components in any other way (e.g., importance or order).

[0056] When any (e.g., the first) component is referred to as “connected” or “linked” to another (e.g., the second) component, with or without the terms “functionally” or “communically”, it means that the first component can be connected to the second component directly (e.g., via a wire), wirelessly, or via a third component.

[0057] The terms “comprising,” “including,” “having,” etc., are intended to indicate the presence of the features, quantities, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof described in this document, and do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, quantities, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0058] When any component is referred to as being “connected,” “linked,” “supported,” or “in contact” with another component, this includes cases where the components are indirectly connected, linked, supported, or in contact with each other through a third component, as well as cases where they are directly connected, linked, supported, or in contact with each other.

[0059] When any component is referred to as being "on" or "above" another component, this includes not only cases where that component is in contact with the other component, but also cases where other components are present between the two components.

[0060] The terms "front," "rear," "left," "right," "upper," "lower," etc., used in the following description are defined based on the accompanying drawings, but the shape and position of each component are not limited by these terms. For example, the front may be defined as the +X side, and the rear may be defined as the -X side. For example, based on the accompanying drawings, the right side may be defined as the +Y side, and the left side may be defined as the -Y side. For example, based on the accompanying drawings, the upper side may be defined as the +Z side, and the lower side may be defined as the -Z side. For example, refer to... Figure 1 and Figure 2 The direction in which the door 11 in the dishwasher 1 points can be defined as forward (+X direction), and the direction opposite to the above direction can be defined as backward (-X direction).

[0061] In the following, embodiments according to this disclosure will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0062] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a dishwasher according to an embodiment. Figure 2 This is a side sectional view of a dishwasher according to an embodiment.

[0063] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The dishwasher 1 may include a body 10. The body 10 may form the appearance of the dishwasher 1.

[0064] The dishwasher 1 may include an inner tub 12 disposed inside the main body 10. The inner tub 12 may form a washing chamber 10a. The inner tub 12 may be configured in a substantially box-like shape. One side of the inner tub 12 may be open. That is, the inner tub 12 may include an opening 12a. As an example, the front of the inner tub 12 may be open.

[0065] The dishwasher 1 may include a door 11. The door 11 may be configured to open and close the inner tub 12. The door 11 may be configured to open and close the opening 12a of the inner tub 12. The door 11 may be configured to open and close the washing chamber 10a. The door 11 may be mounted on the body 10 to open and close the inner tub 12. The door 11 may be rotatably mounted on the body 10. The door 11 may be detachably mounted on the body 10.

[0066] The dishwasher 1 may include a receiving container 50. The receiving container 50 may be disposed inside the inner tub 12. The receiving container 50 may contain tableware. The receiving container 50 may store tableware. The receiving container 50 may load tableware. The receiving container 50 may hold tableware. However, this disclosure is not limited thereto, and the receiving container 50 may be configured to store not only tableware, but also various items that can be washed in the washing chamber 10a.

[0067] The container 50 may include at least one basket for storing tableware. The container 50 may also include at least one shelf assembly for storing tableware. The basket and shelf assembly are interchangeable. The basket described below may also be referred to as a shelf assembly.

[0068] For example, the container 50 may include a plurality of baskets 51, 52, and 53. The plurality of baskets 51, 52, and 53 may be configured to hold various types of tableware. However, this disclosure is not limited thereto. For example, the container 50 may include only some of the plurality of baskets 51, 52, and 53. For example, in addition to the plurality of baskets 51, 52, and 53, the container 50 may also include additional baskets. For example, the container 50 may include a single basket.

[0069] The container 50 may include a middle basket 52, which is positioned in the middle portion of the dishwasher 1 in the height direction. The middle basket 52 may be configured to be pulled out of or inserted into the inner tub 12. For example, the middle basket 52 may be configured to be supported on a middle guide rail 13b. For example, the middle guide rail 13b may be provided on the side surface 12c of the inner tub 12 to be slidable toward the opening 12a of the inner tub 12. For example, the middle guide rail 13b may be configured to be movable in the front-back direction (X direction) by means of fixed rollers 12e fixed to the side surface 12c of the inner tub 12. For example, the middle basket 52 may include a basket roller 52a, and the basket roller 52a may be configured to be movable along the middle guide rail 13b.

[0070] The container 50 may include a lower basket 51 positioned in the lower portion of the dishwasher 1 in the height direction. The lower basket 51 may be configured to be withdrawn from or inserted into the inner tub 12. For example, the lower basket 51 may be configured to be supported on the inner tub 12. For example, the lower basket 51 may include basket rollers 51a, and these rollers 51a may be configured to move along a support 12d formed on the lower sidewall of the inner tub 12. For example, the support 12d may extend in the front-rear direction (X direction). For example, the support 12d may be formed in a stepped shape relative to the lower surface 12b of the inner tub 12. However, this disclosure is not limited to the above examples, and by way of example, the lower basket 51 may be configured to slide via a separate guide rail mounted on the side surface 12c of the inner tub 12.

[0071] Relatively large pieces of tableware can be accommodated in multiple baskets 51 and 52. However, the types of tableware accommodated in multiple baskets 51 and 52 are not limited to relatively large pieces of tableware. That is to say, not only relatively large pieces of tableware but also relatively small pieces of tableware can be accommodated in multiple baskets 51 and 52.

[0072] The container 50 may include an upper basket 53 positioned in the upper portion of the dishwasher 1 in the height direction. The upper basket 53 may be formed as a shelf assembly to accommodate relatively small tableware. For example, cooking utensils or cutlery such as long-handled ladles, knives, swivels, etc., may be accommodated in the upper basket 53. Small cups, such as espresso cups, may also be accommodated in the upper basket 53. However, the types of tableware accommodated in the upper basket 53 are not limited to the examples described above.

[0073] The layup 53 can be configured to be pulled out of or inserted into the inner liner 12. For example, the layup 53 can be slidably moved via the upper guide rail 13c. For example, the layup 53 can be configured to be supported by the upper guide rail 13c. For example, the upper guide rail 13c can be mounted on the side surface 12c of the inner liner 12.

[0074] At least one of the baskets 51, 52, and 53 can be configured such that its height is adjustable. For example, the middle basket 52 can be configured such that its height can be adjusted by height adjustment devices 59 mounted on both sides of the middle basket 52. When the middle basket 52 is in a high position, space between the middle basket 52 and the lower basket 52 can be ensured. When the middle basket 52 is in a low position, space between the upper basket 53 and the middle basket 52 can be ensured. The user can select the position of the middle basket 52 taking into account the size of the object to be washed (e.g., tableware). However, this disclosure is not limited to the above examples, and the upper basket 53 and / or the lower basket 51 can also be configured such that their heights are adjustable.

[0075] The dishwasher 1 may include a washing chamber 10a, which is a space formed inside the inner tub 12. The washing chamber 10a can be defined as the internal space of the inner tub 12. The washing chamber 10a can refer to a space where dishes held in the container 50 can be washed and dried with washing water.

[0076] The dishwasher 1 may include a spray device 40 configured to spray washing water. The spray device 40 may spray washing water into the interior of the inner tub 12. The spray device 40 may spray washing water into the washing chamber 10a. The spray device 40 may spray washing water toward dishes contained in the receiving container 50. Washing water may be supplied to the spray device 40 from the reservoir 70, which will be described later, and / or the piping assembly 80, which will be described later.

[0077] 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 and 43.

[0078] For example, the spray device 40 may include a first spray unit 41 disposed vertically below the lower basket 51 of the dishwasher 1. For example, the first spray unit 41 is connected to the reservoir 70, and washing water inside the reservoir 70 can be directly supplied to the first spray unit 41. For example, the spray device 40 may include a second spray unit 42 disposed vertically below the middle basket 52 of the dishwasher 1. For example, the second spray unit 42 is connected to the pipe assembly 80, and washing water inside the reservoir 70 can be supplied to the second spray unit 42 through the pipe assembly 80. For example, the spray device 40 may include a third spray unit 43 disposed vertically above the upper basket 53 of the dishwasher 1. For example, the third spray unit 43 is connected to the pipe assembly 80, and washing water inside the reservoir 70 can be supplied to the third spray unit 43 through the pipe assembly 80.

[0079] However, the number of injection units is not limited to the examples above. Injection device 40 may include two or fewer injection units. Injection device 40 may include four or more injection units.

[0080] Each of the plurality of spray units 41, 42, and 43 can be configured to spray washing water while rotating. The first spray unit 41, the second spray unit 42, and the third spray unit 43 can each be configured to spray washing water while rotating. The plurality of spray units 41, 42, and 43 can be referred to as a plurality of spray rotors 41, 42, and 43. The first spray unit 41, the second spray unit 42, and the third spray unit 43 can be referred to as the first spray rotor 41, the second spray rotor 42, and the third spray rotor 43, respectively.

[0081] However, the spraying device 40 can also spray washing water in a manner different from the example described above. For example, unlike the second spraying unit 42 and the third spraying unit 43, the first spraying unit 41 can be fixed to the lower surface 12b of the inner tank 12. In this case, the first spraying unit 41 is configured to spray washing water in a substantially horizontal direction through a fixed nozzle, and the washing water sprayed from the nozzle of the first spraying unit 41 in a substantially horizontal direction can move upward as its direction is changed by a switching assembly (not shown) disposed inside the washing chamber 10a. The switching assembly is mounted on a track (not shown) and can be configured to be able to translate along the track. Although the first spraying unit 41 has been described above as an example, the second spraying unit 42 and the third spraying unit 43 can also be configured to spray washing water using fixed nozzles, as in the example described above.

[0082] The dishwasher 1 may include an auxiliary spray device 30. The auxiliary spray device 30 may be disposed on one side of the lower portion of the washing chamber 10a to spray washing water into a region of the washing chamber 10a. The auxiliary spray device 30 is designed to spray water at a relatively higher pressure compared to the spray device 40, thereby enabling intensive washing of heavily soiled dishes. The auxiliary spray device 30 may be referred to as an auxiliary spray unit 30. The auxiliary spray device 30 may be configured to spray washing water while rotating. The auxiliary spray device 30 may be referred to as an auxiliary spray rotor 30.

[0083] The auxiliary injection device 30 may be configured as a component of the injection device 40. In the following text, the plurality of injection units may be a concept including at least two of the first injection unit 41, the second injection unit 42, the third injection unit 43, and the auxiliary injection unit 30.

[0084] Figure 2 The dishwasher 1 is illustrated to include an auxiliary spray device 30, but this disclosure is not limited thereto. The auxiliary spray device 30 may be omitted in the dishwasher 1.

[0085] The dishwasher 1 may include a reservoir 70. The reservoir 70 may be configured to receive washing water. The reservoir 70 may be configured to store washing water inside the inner tub 12. The reservoir 70 may collect washing water from the washing chamber 10a. For example, the bottom 12b of the inner tub 12 may be configured to slope downward toward the reservoir 70 so that the reservoir 70 can smoothly collect the washing water. The washing water in the inner tub 12 may flow along the slope of the lower surface 12b of the inner tub 12 so as to be smoothly introduced into the reservoir 70.

[0086] The dishwasher 1 may include a circulation pump 71 configured to pump wash water stored in a reservoir 70. The wash water pumped by the circulation pump 71 can flow to a piping assembly 80. The circulation pump 71 may be configured as a component of the reservoir 70. For example, the circulation pump 71 may be located in the machine compartment 10b.

[0087] The dishwasher 1 may include a drain pump 72 configured to drain wash water and / or foreign matter (e.g., food residue) remaining in the reservoir 70. The drain pump 72 may be disposed as a component of the reservoir 70. For example, the drain pump 72 may be disposed in the machine compartment 10b.

[0088] The dishwasher 1 may include a machine chamber 10b disposed below the inner tub 12. Components for circulating wash water may be disposed in the machine chamber 10b. The dishwasher 1 may include a base frame 16 forming the machine chamber 10b.

[0089] For example, at least a portion of the storage tank 70 can be located in the machine room 10b. A large portion of the storage tank 70 can also be located in the machine room 10b. That is, the area of ​​the storage tank 70 located in the washing chamber 10a can be smaller than the area of ​​the storage tank 70 located in the machine room 10b. By reducing the area occupied by the storage tank 70 in the washing chamber 10a, the area of ​​the washing chamber 10a can be ensured. Therefore, the capacity of the washing chamber 10a can be increased, thereby increasing the capacity for storing tableware.

[0090] The dishwasher 1 may include a filter assembly 60. The filter assembly 60 may be configured to filter out foreign matter contained in the wash water introduced into the reservoir 70. The wash water filtered by the filter assembly 60 may be pumped by a circulation pump 71 to be supplied to the piping assembly 80 and / or the jet device 40. The filter assembly 60 may be detachably mounted on the reservoir 70. For example, the filter assembly 60 may include at least one of a fine filter, a coarse filter, and a microfilter.

[0091] The dishwasher 1 may include a piping assembly 80. The piping assembly 80 may be disposed inside the inner tub 12. The piping assembly 80 may be disposed in the washing chamber 10a. The piping assembly 80 may include at least one pipe 100, 200, and / or 300. The piping assembly 80 may guide washing water inside the inner tub 12. The piping assembly 80 may guide washing water introduced from the reservoir 70. The piping assembly 80 may deliver washing water supplied from the reservoir 70 to the spray unit 40. For example, the piping assembly 80 may deliver washing water to the second spray unit 42 and the third spray unit 43. A detailed description of each component of the piping assembly 80 will be given later.

[0092] Figure 3A partial structure of a dishwasher according to an embodiment is schematically illustrated. Figure 4 The illustration schematically depicts a basket separated from a pipe in a partial configuration of a dishwasher according to an embodiment. Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of a portion of the image.

[0093] The dishwasher 1 may include at least one pipe 100, 200 and / or 300. The at least one pipe 100, 200 and / or 300 may guide washing water. The at least one pipe 100, 200 and / or 300 may deliver washing water to the spray device 40.

[0094] The dishwasher 1 may include a first conduit 100 configured to guide washing water into the interior of the inner tub 12. The first conduit 100 may be connected to a reservoir 70. The first conduit 100 may communicate with the reservoir 70. The first conduit 100 may receive washing water from the reservoir 70. The first conduit 100 may be configured to guide washing water supplied from the reservoir 70. The first conduit 100 may be connected to a second conduit 200 and / or a third conduit 300, which will be described later. The first conduit 100 may communicate with the second conduit 200 and / or the third conduit 300. The first conduit 100 may be configured to guide washing water supplied from the reservoir 70 to the second conduit 200 and / or the third conduit 300.

[0095] The dishwasher 1 may include a second pipe 200 connected to the first pipe 100. The second pipe 200 may receive washing water from the first pipe 100. The second pipe 200 may be configured to guide the washing water supplied from the first pipe 100. The second pipe 200 may direct the washing water supplied from the first pipe 100 to at least one spray unit 41, 42 and / or 43. For example, the second pipe 200 may be configured to deliver washing water to a second spray unit 42. For example, the second pipe 200 may be detachably connected to the first pipe 100. For example, the second pipe 200 may be positioned upstream of the first pipe 100. For example, the second spray unit 42 may be detachably connected to the second pipe 200, or the second spray unit 42 may be integrally disposed with the second pipe 200.

[0096] The dishwasher 1 may include a third pipe 300 connected to the first pipe 100. The third pipe 300 may receive washing water from the first pipe 100. The third pipe 300 may be configured to guide the washing water supplied from the first pipe 100. The third pipe 300 may guide the washing water supplied from the first pipe 100 to at least one spray unit 41, 42 and / or 43. For example, the third pipe 300 may be configured to deliver washing water to a third spray unit 43. For example, the third pipe 300 may be detachably connected to the first pipe 100. For example, the third pipe 300 may be positioned above the first pipe 100. For example, the third spray unit 43 may be detachably connected to the third pipe 300, or the third spray unit 43 may be integrally disposed with the third pipe 300.

[0097] The first pipe 100, the second pipe 200, and the third pipe 300 are not restricted by the ordinal numbers "first", "second", and "third". For example, the first pipe 100 can be referred to as the second pipe 100, and the second pipe 200 can be referred to as the first pipe 200.

[0098] The attached diagram shows that dishwasher 1 includes three pipes 100, 200 and 300, but there is no limit to the number of pipes.

[0099] The accompanying drawings illustrate that the first spray unit 41 receives washing water directly from the storage tank 70, and the second spray unit 42 and the third spray unit 43 receive washing water from the storage tank 70 through the second pipe 200 and the third pipe 300, respectively; however, this disclosure is not limited thereto. For example, the first spray unit 41 may receive washing water from the storage tank 70 through at least one of the pipes. For example, the second spray unit 42 and / or the third spray unit 43 may receive washing water directly from the storage tank 70.

[0100] At least one basket 51, 52, and / or 53 may be detachably connected to a conduit 100, 200, or 300. At least one basket 51, 52, and / or 53 may be fixed to a conduit 100, 200, or 300. At least one basket 51, 52, and / or 53 fixed to a conduit 100, 200, or 300 may be removed from or inserted into the inner liner 12. An example of the intermediate basket 52 being fixed to the second conduit 200 will be described below. The following description of the intermediate basket 52 may be applied to the lower basket 51 and the upper basket 53. The following description of the intermediate basket 52 may be applied to components used for storing tableware inside the inner liner 12. For ease of explanation, the intermediate basket 52 may be referred to as basket 52. For ease of explanation, the second spray unit 42 may be referred to as spray unit (or spray rotor) 42. For ease of explanation, the intermediate guide rail 13b may be referred to as guide rail 13b.

[0101] refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 The second pipe 200 can be configured to be connected to the first pipe 100 by being inserted into the inner liner 12. The second pipe 200 can be configured to be separated from the first pipe 100 by being withdrawn from the inner liner 12.

[0102] The basket 52 and the second pipe 200 can be connected to each other in a detachable manner. The basket 52 can be fixed to the second pipe 200. The basket 52 and the second pipe 200 can be configured to move together while connected to each other. For example, the basket 52 and the second pipe 200 can move in a substantially back-and-forth direction (X direction).

[0103] Basket 52 can be inserted into or removed from inner liner 12 along guide rail 13b. Figure 2 ).

[0104] A second pipe 200, fixed to the basket 52, can be inserted into the inner liner 12 along with the basket 52. As the basket 52 is inserted into the inner liner 12, the second pipe 200 can be connected to the first pipe 100. The second pipe 200 can be configured to mate with the first pipe 100 as the basket 52 is inserted into the inner liner 12. The second pipe 100 can be connected to the first pipe 100 by moving in a first direction A. For example, the first direction A can be a rearward direction (-X direction). When the first pipe 100 and the second pipe 200 are mated, washing water inside the first pipe 100 can flow into the second pipe 200.

[0105] The second pipe 200, fixed to the basket 52, can be pulled out from the inner liner 12. As the basket 52 is pulled out of the inner liner 12, the second pipe 200 can separate from the first pipe 100. As the basket 52 is pulled out of the inner liner 12, the second pipe 200 can be positioned to detach from the first pipe 100. The second pipe 200 can separate from the first pipe 100 by moving in a second direction B, opposite to the first direction A. For example, the second direction B can be a forward direction (+X direction).

[0106] refer to Figure 5 The dishwasher 1 may include a sealing member 400. The sealing member 400 may be configured to seal between the first conduit 100 and the second conduit 200. The sealing member 400 may be configured to prevent washing water from leaking between the first conduit 100 and the second conduit 200. For example, the sealing member 400 may be configured as a component of the conduit assembly 80.

[0107] The sealing member 400 can be installed on the first pipe 100. The sealing member 400 can be detachably connected to the first pipe 100. The sealing member 400 can be installed on the first flange 120 of the first pipe 100. The sealing member 400 can be configured to seal between the first pipe 100 and the second pipe 200 when the second pipe 200 is connected to the first pipe 100. When the second pipe 200 is connected to the first pipe 100, the sealing member 400 can prevent washing water flowing from the first pipe 100 towards the second pipe 200 from leaking out of both the first pipe 100 and the second pipe 200. A detailed description of the sealing member 400 will be given later.

[0108] Figure 6 The illustration shows a pipe assembly and a jetting device according to an embodiment. Figure 7 Is Figure 6 An exploded view of a partial construction of the pipe assembly shown. Figure 8 Is Figure 7 An enlarged view of a portion of the pipe assembly shown. Figure 9 From and Figure 8 Different directional diagrams in the middle Figure 8 Partial construction of the pipe assembly shown. Figure 10 Is Figure 7 An enlarged cross-sectional view of a portion of the partial structure of the pipe assembly shown. Figure 11 Is Figure 10 An enlarged view of section D shown. Figure 12 Is Figure 10 An enlarged view of section E shown.

[0109] The first conduit 100 may include a first frame 110. The first frame 110 may form a flow path through which the washing water flows. The first frame 110 may be configured to guide the washing water supplied from the storage tank 70. For example, the first frame 110 may include a first body portion 111 and a second body portion 112. The first body portion 111 and the second body portion 112 may be configured to substantially intersect.

[0110] The first conduit 100 may include a first flange 120. The first flange 120 may be configured to allow washing water guided by the first frame 110 to flow out. For example, the first flange 120 may be configured to allow washing water to flow out in a second direction B. The first flange 120 may include an outlet orifice 120h. The washing water flowing out of the first flange 120 may be introduced into the second conduit 200. For example, the first flange 120 may include a hollow shape. For example, the first flange 120 may project forward from the first frame 110. For example, the first flange 120 may project from the first frame 110 in a second direction B. For example, the first flange 120 may be formed on the second body portion 112. For example, the first flange 120 may be referred to as a first outlet 120.

[0111] The first flange 120 may include a first wall portion 121. The first wall portion 121 may be formed on the outer surface 120a of the first flange 120. For example, the first wall portion 121 may extend along the circumferential direction of the first flange 120. The first wall portion 121 may be formed adjacent to the first side 1231 of the groove 123, which will be described later.

[0112] The first flange 120 may include a second wall portion 122. The second wall portion 122 may be spaced apart from the first wall portion 121 along a second direction B opposite to the first direction A. The second wall portion 122 may be disposed in front of the first wall portion 121. The second wall portion 122 may be formed on the outer surface 120a of the first flange 120. For example, the second wall portion 122 may extend along the circumferential direction of the first flange 120. The second wall portion 121 may be formed adjacent to the second side 1232 of the groove 123, which will be described later.

[0113] The first flange 120 may include a groove 123. The groove 123 may be formed between a first wall portion 121 and a second wall portion 122. The groove 123 may be formed to receive a sealing member 400. A sealing body 430 of the sealing member 400 may be mounted in the groove 123. The groove 123 may be configured to be recessed relative to the first wall portion 121 and the second wall portion 122. For example, the groove 123 may be formed on the outer surface 120a of the first flange 120. For example, the groove 123 may extend along the circumferential direction of the first flange 120.

[0114] The first flange 120 may include a shape that widens along the second direction B. The groove 123 may be configured to widen along the second direction B (see [reference]). Figure 10 and Figure 11The groove 123 can be configured to taper along a first direction A. The groove 123 can be widened along a second direction B to have a ramp. For example, the first flange 120 can have an increased outer diameter by projecting forward from the first frame 110. For example, the groove 123 can be configured to have a truncated conical shape. For example, the inclination angle α of the groove 123 can be 1 degree or greater. For example, the inclination angle α of the groove 123 can be about 4 degrees. However, this disclosure is not limited to the above examples and can vary depending on various design conditions / factors, etc. For example, the inclination angle α of the groove 123 can vary depending on the length of the groove 123 along the first direction A (or the second direction B), the distance between the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 of the sealing member 400, and / or the amount of compression of the sealing member 400.

[0115] The groove 123 may include a first side 1231 adjacent to the first wall portion 121 and a second side 1232 adjacent to the second wall portion 122. The second side 1232 may be spaced apart from the first side 1231 along a second direction B. For example, the first side 1231 of the groove 123 may be configured to correspond to a first sealing protrusion 410 of the sealing member 400 when the sealing member 400 is mounted on the first flange 120, as will be described later. For example, the second side 1232 of the groove 123 may be configured to correspond to a second sealing protrusion 420 of the sealing member 400 when the sealing member 400 is mounted on the first flange 120, as will be described later. For example, the groove 123 may have a shape that slopes from the first side 1231 to the second side 1232. For example, the outer diameter of the groove 123 may be configured to increase along the second direction B. For example, the outer diameter D1 of the first side 1231 of the groove 123 may be smaller than the outer diameter D2 of the second side 1232 of the groove 123. For example, the outer diameter of the groove 123 can be set to increase from the first side 1231 toward the second side 1232.

[0116] The first flange 120 may include a mounting recess 124. The mounting recess 124 may be defined by a first wall portion 121, a second wall portion 122, and a recess 123. A sealing member 400 may be disposed in the mounting recess 124. The sealing member 400 may be fitted into the mounting recess 124.

[0117] The first flange 120 may include a first chamfer 125. The first chamfer 125 may be configured to taper or narrow from the second wall portion 122 along a second direction B. The first chamfer 125 may be located at the front end of the first flange 120. The second flange 220 of the second pipe 200, which will be described later, may be smoothly connected to the first flange 120 via the first chamfer 125.

[0118] The first conduit 100 may include a first inlet 130. Washing water can be introduced into the first frame 110 through the first inlet 130. The first inlet 130 may be connected to a storage tank 70. The first inlet 130 may communicate with the storage tank 70. For example, the first inlet 130 may be formed on the first body portion 111.

[0119] The second conduit 200 may include a second frame 210. The second frame 210 may form a flow path through which the washing water flows. The second frame 210 may be configured to guide the washing water supplied from the first conduit 100. The second frame 210 may be configured to guide washing water introduced through the second flange 220 to the spray unit 42. For example, the second frame 210 may extend forward from the second flange 220. For example, the second frame 210 may extend from the second flange 220 along a second direction B.

[0120] The second conduit 200 may include a second flange 220. The second flange 220 may be configured to allow the introduction of washing water flowing from the first flange 120. The second flange 220 may be configured to receive washing water flowing from the first flange 120. The second flange 220 may include an inlet port 220h. For example, the second flange 220 may include a hollow shape. For example, the first flange 220 may be referred to as the second inlet 220.

[0121] The second flange 220 can be configured to connect to the first flange 120. The second flange 220 can be configured to mate with the first flange 120. The second flange 220 can be connected to the first flange 120 along a first direction A. The second flange 220 can mate with the first flange 120 along a first direction A.

[0122] The second flange 220 can be configured to surround the first flange 120 when the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120. The second flange 220 can be configured to cover the first flange 120 when the second flange 220 is mated with the first flange 120. The first flange 120 can be configured to be positioned inside the second flange 220 when the second flange 220 is mated with the first flange 120. For example, the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220 can be configured to face the outer surface 120a of the first flange 120. For example, the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220 can be configured to surround the outer surface 120a of the first flange 120. For example, the inlet hole 220h of the second flange 220 can be larger than the outlet hole 120h of the first flange 120.

[0123] For example, the second flange 220 can be configured to mate with the first flange 120 as the basket 52, which is fixed to the second pipe 200, is inserted into the inner liner 12 (see [reference]). Figure 3 and Figure 4 For example, the second flange 220 can be configured to disengage from the first flange 120 as the basket 52 attached to the second pipe 200 is pulled out of the inner liner 12 (see [reference]). Figure 3 and Figure 4 For example, as the second flange 220 is mated to the first flange 120, at least a portion of the first flange 120 can be inserted into the second flange 220.

[0124] The second flange 220 may include a second chamfer 225. The second chamfer 225 may be configured to correspond to the first chamfer 125 when the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120. The second chamfer 225 may be located at the rear end of the second flange 220. The second flange 220 can be smoothly connected to the first flange 120 via the second chamfer 225.

[0125] The second conduit 200 may include a second outlet 230. The second outlet 230 may be configured to allow washing water guided by the second frame 210 to flow out. The second outlet 230 may be connected to the spray unit 42. The second outlet 230 may communicate with the spray unit 42. For example, the second outlet 230 may be formed on the underside of the second frame 210.

[0126] The second conduit 200 may include a check valve 240. The check valve 240 prevents backflow of washing water. The check valve 240 prevents washing water flowing from the first conduit 100 toward the second conduit 200 from flowing back into the first conduit 100. For example, the check valve 240 may allow washing water to flow in a second direction B. For example, the check valve 240 may restrict the flow of washing water in a first direction A. For example, the check valve 240 may be secured to the second frame 210 via a second flange 220. For example, the check valve 240 may be detachably connected to the second frame 210 and / or the second flange 220. For example, the check valve 240 may be integrally formed with the second frame 210 and / or the second flange 220.

[0127] The second conduit 200 may include a basket fixing portion 250 configured to secure the basket 52. The basket fixing portion 250 may be formed on the frame 210. The basket fixing portion 250 may include at least one fixing rib 251, 252, 253 and / or 254. For example, the at least one fixing rib 251, 252, 253 and / or 254 may include a hook. For example, the at least one fixing rib 251, 252, 253 and / or 254 may be configured to secure the wire constituting the basket 52.

[0128] A sealing member 400 can be configured to seal between a first pipe 100 and a second pipe 200. The sealing member 400 can be mounted on a first flange 120 of the first pipe 100. With a second flange 220 connected to the first flange 120 while the sealing member 400 is mounted on the first flange 120, the sealing member 400 can seal between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220. The sealing member 400 can prevent leakage of washing water between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220. The sealing member 400 may include an annular shape.

[0129] The sealing member 400 may include a sealing body 430. The sealing body 430 may be mounted on the outer surface of the first flange 120. The sealing body 430 may be mounted in a recess 123 of the first flange 120. The sealing body 430 may be disposed in the recess 123. The sealing body 430 may be fitted into the recess 123.

[0130] The sealing member 400 may include a first sealing protrusion 410. The first sealing protrusion 410 may protrude from the sealing body 430. The first sealing protrusion 410 may protrude from the sealing body 430 along a third direction C, which is the radial direction of the sealing member 400. The first sealing protrusion 410 may have a shape that extends along the circumferential direction of the sealing member 400. For example, the first sealing protrusion 410 may be formed on one side of the sealing member 400.

[0131] The sealing member 400 may include a second sealing protrusion 420. The second sealing protrusion 420 may be spaced apart from the first sealing protrusion 410. The second sealing protrusion 420 may protrude from the sealing body 430 along a third direction C, which is the radial direction of the sealing member 400. For example, the second sealing protrusion 420 may have a shape extending along the circumferential direction of the sealing member 400. For example, the second sealing protrusion 420 may be formed on another side of the sealing member 400. For example, the second sealing protrusion 420 may be formed on a side of the sealing member 400 opposite to the side where the first sealing protrusion 410 is formed.

[0132] For example, the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured symmetrically with respect to the vertical centerline V of the sealing member 400. The first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 can have the same shape. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the sealing member 400 from being incorrectly assembled to the first flange 120. For example, the user does not need to distinguish between the front and rear sides of the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420. For example, the sealing member 400 can be mounted on the first flange 120 such that the first sealing protrusion 410 is positioned behind the second sealing protrusion 420 (hereinafter referred to as the first mounting state of the sealing member 400), and the sealing member 400 can be mounted on the first flange 120 such that the second sealing protrusion 420 is positioned behind the first sealing protrusion 410 (hereinafter referred to as the second mounting state of the sealing member 400). That is, both the first mounting state and the second mounting state of the sealing member 400 can be in a correctly assembled state. However, this disclosure is not limited to the above examples, and the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 of the sealing member 400 may include various shapes for sealing between the first conduit 100 and the second conduit 200.

[0133] The sealing member 400 may include a reinforcing portion 440. The reinforcing portion 440 may be formed between the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420. The reinforcing portion 440 may protrude from the sealing body 430 between the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420. For example, the reinforcing portion 440 may protrude from the sealing body 430 along a third direction C between the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420. For example, the reinforcing portion 440 may have a shape extending in the circumferential direction of the sealing member 400. For example, the thickness of the reinforcing portion 440 along the third direction C may be thinner than the thickness of the first sealing protrusion 410 along the radial direction C. For example, the thickness of the reinforcing portion 440 along the third direction C may be thinner than the thickness of the second sealing protrusion 420 along the radial direction C. For example, the length of the first sealing protrusion 410 protruding from the sealing body 430 may be longer than the length of the reinforcing portion 440 protruding from the sealing body 430. For example, the length by which the second sealing protrusion 420 protrudes from the sealing body 430 may be longer than the length by which the reinforcing portion 440 protrudes from the sealing body 430. For example, the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 may be configured to protrude further from the sealing body 430 than the reinforcing portion 440.

[0134] The reinforcing portion 440 can be configured to enhance the strength of the sealing member 400. The sealing member 400 will not deviate from the groove 123 due to forces (e.g., friction) generated when the second flange 220 is connected to or separated from the first flange 120. Therefore, the sealing member 400 will not deform due to forces (e.g., friction) generated when the second flange 220 is connected to or separated from the first flange 120. When the second flange 220 is connected to or separated from the first flange 120, the sealing member 400 will not be crushed or damaged by other components.

[0135] The first sealing protrusion 410 may be configured to protrude further from the sealing body 430 than the reinforcing portion 440. The second sealing protrusion 420 may be configured to protrude further from the sealing body 430 than the reinforcing portion 440.

[0136] The sealing member 400 may include a first notch 450. The first notch 450 may be configured adjacent to a first sealing protrusion 410. The first notch 450 may be formed between the first sealing protrusion 410 and the reinforcing portion 440. The first notch 450 may be configured to be recessed between the first sealing protrusion 410 and the reinforcing portion 440. For example, because the first sealing protrusion 410 and the reinforcing portion 440 protrude from the sealing body 430, the first notch 450 may be interpreted as a relatively recessed portion of the sealing body 430. Alternatively, for example, because the first notch 450 is recessed from the sealing body 430, the first sealing protrusion 410 and the reinforcing portion 440 may be interpreted as relatively protruding portions of the sealing body 430. For example, the first notch 450 may include a curved shape. The first notch 450 may be referred to as a first recessed portion 450.

[0137] With the aid of the first notch 450, the first sealing protrusion 410 can be configured to be more flexible. The first sealing protrusion 410 can be configured to bend toward the first notch 450. Therefore, the second flange 220 can be more smoothly connected to or more smoothly separated from the first flange 120.

[0138] The sealing member 400 may include a second recess 460. The second recess 460 may be configured adjacent to the second sealing protrusion 420. The second recess 460 may be formed between the second sealing protrusion 420 and the reinforcing portion 440. The second recess 460 may be configured to be recessed between the second sealing protrusion 420 and the reinforcing portion 440. For example, because the second sealing protrusion 420 and the reinforcing portion 440 protrude from the sealing body 430, the second recess 460 may be interpreted as a relatively recessed portion of the sealing body 430. Alternatively, for example, because the second recess 460 is recessed from the sealing body 430, the second sealing protrusion 420 and the reinforcing portion 440 may be interpreted as relatively protruding portions of the sealing body 430. For example, the second recess 460 may include a curved shape. The second recess 460 may be referred to as the second recessed portion 460.

[0139] With the aid of the second notch 460, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to be more flexible. The second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to bend toward the second notch 460. Therefore, the second flange 220 can be more smoothly connected to or more smoothly separated from the first flange 120.

[0140] The length L1 of the sealing member 400 along the second direction B can be longer than the thickness L2 of the sealing member 400 along the third direction C. The length L1 of the sealing member 400 along the first direction A can be longer than the thickness L2 of the sealing member 400 along the third direction C. Therefore, when the sealing member 400 is installed in the groove 123, the sealing member 400 will not easily deviate from the groove 123.

[0141] Figure 13 This is a cross-sectional perspective view of a portion of a pipe assembly according to an embodiment. Figure 14 This is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a pipe assembly according to an embodiment. Figure 15 yes Figure 14 A magnified view of a portion of the image.

[0142] When the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 are symmetrical with respect to the vertical center line V of the sealing member 400, the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 can be substantially identical and can be indistinguishable from each other when the sealing member 400 is not mounted on the first flange 120. However, when the sealing member 400 is mounted on the first flange 120, the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 can be distinguished by the inclination of the first flange 120. In the following description, the case where the first sealing protrusion 410 is positioned behind the second sealing protrusion 420 will be used as an example. When the second sealing protrusion 420 is positioned behind the first sealing protrusion 410, the following description relating to the first sealing protrusion can be applied to the sealing protrusion 420, and the following description relating to the second sealing protrusion can be applied to the sealing protrusion 410. That is, the following description of the first sealing protrusion can correspond to the description of the rearward-positioned sealing protrusion of the two sealing protrusions 410 and 420. The following description of the second sealing protrusion corresponds to the description of the front-positioned sealing protrusion in the two sealing protrusions 410 and 420.

[0143] refer to Figures 13 to 15 The second flange 220 of the second pipe 200 can be connected to the first flange 120 of the first pipe 100 on which the sealing member 400 is mounted. The sealing member 400 can seal between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220. The sealing member 400 can prevent washing water from leaking between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220. For example, the sealing member 400 can seal between the outer surface 120a of the first flange 120 and the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220.

[0144] The first sealing protrusion 410 may be spaced apart from the second sealing protrusion 420 along a first direction A. The second sealing protrusion 420 may be spaced apart from the first sealing protrusion 410 along a second direction B. The second sealing protrusion 420 may be positioned in front of the first sealing protrusion 410. The first sealing protrusion 410 may be positioned behind the second sealing protrusion 420. The second sealing protrusion 420 may be configured to face the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220 in front of the first sealing protrusion 410 when the second flange 220 is mated with the first flange 120. For example, the first sealing protrusion 410 may protrude from the rear end of the sealing body 430, and the second sealing protrusion 420 may protrude from the front end of the sealing body 430.

[0145] The first sealing protrusion 410 may include a first inclined portion 411 configured to taper or narrow along a first direction A. The second sealing protrusion 420 may include a second inclined portion 421 configured to taper or narrow along a second direction B. Therefore, interference between the sealing member 400 and the second flange 220 can be minimized when the second flange 220 is engaged with or disengaged from the first flange 120. The second flange 220 can smoothly mate with the first flange 120. The second flange 220 can smoothly disengage from the first flange 120.

[0146] When the sealing member 400 is mounted on the first flange 120, the first sealing protrusion 410 may be positioned adjacent to the first wall portion 121. When the sealing body 430 is mounted in the recess 123, the first sealing protrusion 410 may be positioned adjacent to the first wall portion 121. When the sealing body 430 is mounted in the recess 123, the first sealing protrusion 410 may be adjacent to the first side 1231 of the recess 123. When the sealing body 430 is mounted in the recess 123, the first sealing protrusion 410 may be positioned corresponding to the first side 1231 of the recess 123.

[0147] When the sealing member 400 is mounted on the first flange 120, the second sealing protrusion 420 may be positioned adjacent to the second wall portion 122. When the sealing body 430 is mounted in the recess 123, the second sealing protrusion 420 may be positioned adjacent to the second wall portion 122. When the sealing body 430 is mounted in the recess 123, the second sealing protrusion 420 may be adjacent to the second side 1232 of the recess 123. When the sealing body 430 is mounted in the recess 123, the second sealing protrusion 420 may be positioned corresponding to the second side 1232 of the recess 123.

[0148] As described above, the first flange 120 of the first pipe 100 may have a shape that widens along the second direction B. The groove 123 of the first flange 120 may have a ramp. The first flange 120 of the first pipe 100 may have a substantially truncated conical shape. Therefore, with the sealing member 400 installed on the first flange 120, the second sealing protrusion 420 may be configured to protrude further than the first sealing protrusion 410. For example, when the sealing body 430 is installed in the groove 123 of the first flange 120, the second sealing protrusion 420 may be configured to protrude further than the first sealing protrusion 410 relative to the horizontal centerline H or axial centerline of the sealing member 400. For example, when the sealing body 430 is installed in the groove 123 of the first flange 120, the second sealing protrusion 420 may protrude further than the first sealing protrusion 410 in the third direction C.

[0149] When the sealing member 400 is mounted on the first flange 120 and the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to contact the second flange 220. When the sealing body 430 is mounted in the recess 123 and the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to contact the second flange 220. When the sealing body 430 is mounted in the recess 123 and the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to contact the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220. The second sealing protrusion 420 may interfere with the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220. The second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to seal between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220.

[0150] When the sealing member 400 is mounted on the first flange 120 and the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120, the first sealing protrusion 410 can be spaced apart from the second flange 220. When the sealing body 430 is mounted in the recess 123 and the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120, a gap g can be formed between the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second flange 220. When the sealing body 430 is mounted in the recess 123 and the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120, a gap g can be formed between the first sealing protrusion 410 and the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220. The first sealing protrusion 410 can be spaced apart from the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220. The first sealing protrusion 410 may not contact the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220. The first sealing protrusion 410 may not interfere with the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220.

[0151] For example, the first sealing protrusion 410 does not contact the second flange 220, but can be configured in a labyrinthine seal shape to impede the flow of washing water between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220. For example, eddies 500 may occur around the first sealing protrusion 410, and due to the resistance of the eddies 500, leakage of washing water around the first sealing protrusion 410 can be reduced.

[0152] In related technologies, as an example, a dishwasher may include: a first pipe, a second pipe capable of engaging with the first pipe, and a sealing member for sealing between the first and second pipes. A basket may be secured to the second pipe. The sealing member may include two or more sealing protrusions that contact the second pipe. Therefore, significant friction may occur when the second pipe engages with or disengages from the first pipe. That is, it may not be easy to connect the second pipe to the first pipe or to separate it from the first pipe. For example, separating the second pipe from the first pipe may require a large force and may impact the dishes contained in the basket. When the second pipe is separated from the first pipe, the dishes contained in the basket may fall or break. In related technologies, as another example, there are cases where O-rings are used to seal between the first and second pipes. In this case, the O-ring may easily separate from a groove formed in the first pipe. To make the O-ring less prone to separation, the groove may be formed deeper. However, when the groove is formed deeper, the flow rate of washing water guided by the first pipe may decrease as the size of the first pipe decreases. In related technologies, as another example, the sealing member can be configured to be insert-molded together with at least one pipe. That is, the sealing member can be integrally formed with at least one pipe. However, insert injection molding is more expensive than other methods, and the entire part needs to be replaced when the sealing member is damaged.

[0153] In contrast, according to this disclosure, the second sealing protrusion 410 of the sealing member 400 may contact the second conduit 200, but the first sealing protrusion 410 of the sealing member 400 may not contact the second conduit 200. Only one of the two sealing protrusions 410 and 420, the sealing protrusion 420, may contact the second conduit 200. Therefore, the frictional forces occurring when the second conduit 200 is mated to or detached from the first conduit 100 can be reduced. The second conduit 200 can be smoothly connected to and smoothly separated from the first conduit 100. When the second conduit 200 is separated from the first conduit 100, a large force is not required. When the second conduit 200 is separated from the first conduit 100, the impact transmitted to the tableware contained in the basket 52 can be minimized. Therefore, when the second conduit 200 is separated from the first conduit 100, the tableware contained in the basket 52 will not fall or break. For example, the length L1 of the sealing member 400 can be relatively longer than its thickness L2. Therefore, even due to the forces generated when the second pipe 200 is connected to or separated from the first pipe 100, the sealing member 400 will not easily deviate from the groove 123. Furthermore, the sealing member 400 can be detachably connected to the first pipe 100. When the sealing member 400 is damaged, only the sealing member 400 can be replaced, without replacing the entire pipe assembly 80. Maintenance and repair of the sealing member 400 are easy.

[0154] Figure 16 This is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a pipe assembly according to an embodiment. Figure 17 yes Figure 16 A magnified view of a portion of the image.

[0155] Figure 16 and Figure 17 The diagram illustrates a state where the second flange 220 of the second pipe 200 is not fully connected to the first flange 120 of the first pipe 100. For example, Figure 16 and Figure 17 The diagram illustrates a state where the second flange 220 is not fully connected to the first flange 120. For example, Figure 16 and Figure 17 The diagram can illustrate the state of the second flange 220 after it has moved following its connection with the first flange 120. For example, Figure 16 and Figure 17 The diagram illustrates the state after the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120 along the first direction A and has moved along the second direction B.

[0156] When using dishwasher 1, there may be situations where the first pipe 100 and the second pipe 200 are not fully connected. For example, the user may operate dishwasher 1 without fully inserting the basket 52 and the second pipe 200 into the inner tub 12. For example, even after the second flange 220 is fully aligned with the first flange 120 in the first direction A, the second pipe 200 may still move in the second direction B due to the water pressure of the washing water.

[0157] refer to Figure 16 and Figure 17 Even when the second flange 220 of the second pipe 200 is not fully connected to the first flange 120 of the first pipe 100, the second sealing protrusion 420 can still contact the second flange 220. Even when the second flange 220 of the second pipe 200 is not fully connected to the first flange 120 of the first pipe 100, the second sealing protrusion 420 can still be configured to seal between the first pipe 100 and the second pipe 200 by contacting the second flange 220. In other words, even when the second flange 220 of the second pipe 200 is not fully connected to the first flange 120 of the first pipe 100, the second sealing protrusion 420 can still prevent leakage of washing water. Finally, even if the user does not fully insert the basket 52 and the second pipe 200 into the inner liner 12, or if the second pipe 200 moves away from the first pipe 100 due to the water pressure of the washing water, the sealing effect of the sealing member 400 can be ensured.

[0158] According to this disclosure, the second sealing protrusion 420, positioned forward among the two sealing protrusions 410 and 420 of the sealing member 400, can contact the second flange 220. According to this disclosure, the first sealing protrusion 410, positioned rearward among the two sealing protrusions 410 and 420 of the sealing member 400, may not contact the second flange 220. With this structure, the size of the second flange 220 of the second pipe 200 can be set to be relatively small. Because the size of the second flange 220 is relatively small, the size of the basket 52 can be relatively large. For example, since the basket 52 is configured not to interfere with the second flange 220, the size of the basket 52 may be affected by the size of the second flange 220. Because the size of the basket 52 is relatively large, a large number of dishes can be loaded into the basket 52. Ultimately, the loading efficiency of the basket 52 is not reduced. For example, when the first sealing protrusion 410, positioned rearward among the two sealing protrusions 410 and 420 of the sealing member 400, contacts the second flange 220, the size of the second flange 220 can become relatively large. For example, based on... Figure 16In order for the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second flange 220 to contact each other, the second flange 220 needs to have a shape that extends further substantially in the first direction A. In this case, as the size of the second flange 220 increases, the size of the basket 52 fixed to the second pipe 200 decreases. Because the size of the basket 52 is relatively small, it is possible to load a small number of dishes into the basket 52. Ultimately, this may reduce the loading efficiency of the basket 52.

[0159] In summary, according to this disclosure, when the sealing member 400 is installed on the first flange 120, due to the inclination of the first flange 120, the first sealing protrusion 410 may not contact the second flange 220, while the second sealing protrusion 420 may contact the second flange 220. Therefore, the friction between the second flange 220 and the sealing member 400 can be reduced. The second pipe 200 and the basket 52 can be smoothly inserted into and / or pulled out of the inner tank 12. Even when the second pipe 200 is not fully connected to the first pipe 100, the sealing member 400 can prevent leakage of washing water. Because the size of the basket 52 can be set to be relatively larger than the second flange 220, the loading efficiency of the basket 52 can be maintained. The convenience of using the dishwasher 1 can be improved.

[0160] refer to Figure 17 The sealing member 400 may include a second recess 460 that is recessed between the second sealing protrusion 420 and the reinforcing portion 440.

[0161] Because the sealing member 400 includes a second recess 460 adjacent to the second sealing protrusion 420, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be formed flexibly. By means of the second recess 460, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to bend. For example, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be bent toward the second recess 460. For example, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be bent toward the reinforcing portion 440.

[0162] Because the sealing member 400 includes the second recess 460, the second flange 220 of the second pipe 200 can more smoothly mate with the first flange 120 of the first pipe 100. For example, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to be flexible when the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120 along the first direction A. For example, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be flexibly formed by means of the second recess 460. The frictional force occurring between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220 can be reduced, and the second flange 220 can smoothly mate with the first flange 120. Due to the friction occurring when the second flange 220 mates with the first flange 120, the sealing member 400 can be prevented from deviating from the groove 123 of the first flange 120. Due to the compression of the sealing member 400 by the second flange 220, the sealing member 400 can be prevented from deviating from the groove 123 and moving toward the first wall portion 121. In addition, when the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120, the sealing member 400 is prevented from being twisted because it is squeezed by the second flange 220.

[0163] Because the sealing member 400 includes the second recess 460, the second flange 220 of the second pipe 200 can more smoothly disengage from the first flange 120 of the first pipe 100. For example, when the second flange 220 separates from the first flange 120 along the second direction B, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be flexibly formed by means of the second recess 460. The frictional force occurring between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220 can be reduced, and the second flange 220 can smoothly disengage from the first flange 120. Because the second recess 460 is formed around the second sealing protrusion 420, a smaller force is required to pull the second flange 220 from the first flange 120.

[0164] In summary, because the second notch 460 is formed between the second sealing protrusion 420 and the reinforcing portion 440, a predetermined space can be ensured between the second sealing protrusion 420 and the reinforcing portion 440. Therefore, the second sealing protrusion 420 can move more flexibly, and the second conduit 200 can be smoothly connected to and smoothly separated from the first conduit 100.

[0165] Figure 18 This is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a pipe assembly according to an embodiment.

[0166] Compared to the aforementioned sealing member 400, Figure 18 The sealing member 400a shown may include only the second sealing protrusion 420. The sealing member 400a may be substantially the same as the sealing member 400, except that the sealing member 400a does not include the first sealing protrusion 410. In the description... Figure 18When referring to the sealing member 400a, the same reference numerals may be assigned to the same member as described above, and its detailed description may be omitted. For ease of explanation, the second sealing protrusion 420 may be referred to as the sealing protrusion 420, and the second recess 460 may be referred to as the recess 460.

[0167] The sealing member 400a may include a sealing body 430 that can be mounted on the outer surface of the first flange 120. The sealing body 430 may be detachably mounted in a groove 123 of the first flange 120.

[0168] The sealing member 400a may include a sealing protrusion 420 projecting from the sealing body 430. The sealing protrusion 420 may project from the sealing body 430 along a third direction C, which is the radial direction of the sealing member 400. The sealing protrusion 420 may be configured to project further than the notch 460 towards the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220. The sealing protrusion 420 may be configured to project further than the reinforcement portion 440 towards the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220. The sealing protrusion 420 may be formed on the front end of the sealing member 400a.

[0169] When the sealing member 400a is installed in the groove 123 and the second flange 220 is abutted against the first flange 120, the sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to contact the second flange 220. The sealing protrusion 420 can contact the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220. The sealing protrusion 420 can interfere with the inner surface 220a of the second flange 220. The sealing protrusion 420 can prevent washing water from flowing between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220. The sealing protrusion 420 can prevent washing water from leaking between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220. The sealing member 400a may include a reinforcing portion 440. The reinforcing portion 440 may be disposed behind the sealing protrusion 420. The reinforcing portion 440 may protrude from the sealing body 430. For example, the reinforcing portion 440 may protrude from the sealing body 430 along a third direction C. However, it can be stated that the reinforcing portion 440 is formed because at least a portion of the sealing body 430 is formed to be relatively thick. For example, a portion formed to be thicker than the predetermined thickness of the sealing body 430 can be referred to as a reinforcing portion 440. The reinforcing portion 440 can be configured to enhance the strength of the sealing member by being formed to be thicker than the predetermined thickness.

[0170] The sealing member 400a may include a notch 460. The notch 460 may be configured adjacent to the sealing protrusion 420. The notch 460 may be located behind the sealing protrusion 420. The notch 460 may be configured such that the sealing member 400a is recessed between the sealing protrusion 420 and the reinforcing portion 440. However, it can be stated that the notch 460 is formed because at least a portion of the sealing body 430 is formed to be relatively thin. For example, a portion formed to be thinner than a predetermined thickness of the sealing body 430 may be referred to as the notch 460. Because the sealing member 400a includes the notch 460, the sealing protrusion 420 can be formed more flexibly. Therefore, the second conduit 200 can be smoothly connected to and smoothly separated from the first conduit 100.

[0171] The dishwasher according to an embodiment may include: an inner tub 12; a first conduit 100 disposed inside the inner tub to guide washing water, and the first conduit 100 including a first flange 120; a second conduit 200 configured to guide washing water supplied from the first conduit, and the second conduit 200 including a second flange 220 configured to be connectable to the first flange along a first direction A; and a sealing member 400 configured to seal between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220. The sealing member 400 may include a sealing body 430 mountable on an outer surface of the first flange. The sealing member 400 may include a first sealing protrusion 410 projecting from the sealing body. The sealing member 400 may include a second sealing protrusion 420 configured to be spaced apart from the first sealing protrusion along a second direction B opposite to the first direction, and the second sealing protrusion 420 projecting from the sealing body. The sealing member 400 may include a reinforcing portion 440 formed between the first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420. The sealing member 400 may include a recess 460 disposed between the second sealing protrusion 420 and the reinforcing portion 440.

[0172] The second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to bend toward the notch 460 when the second flange 220 is connected to the first flange 120 along the first direction A.

[0173] The first flange 120 may include: a first wall portion 121; a second wall portion 122, the second wall portion 122 being spaced apart from the first wall portion 121 along a second direction B; and a groove 123 formed between the first wall portion and the second wall portion, and the sealing body of the sealing member being mounted in the groove 123. The groove 123 may have a ramp by widening along the second direction.

[0174] When the sealing body is installed in the groove, the first sealing protrusion 410 can be positioned adjacent to the first wall portion 121. When the sealing body is installed in the groove, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be positioned adjacent to the second wall portion 122.

[0175] When the sealing body is installed in the groove and the second flange is connected to the first flange, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to contact the inner surface of the second flange 220.

[0176] When the sealing body is installed in the groove and the second flange is connected to the first flange, a gap g can be formed between the first sealing protrusion 410 and the inner surface of the second flange 220.

[0177] The first flange 120 may include a hollow shape. The outer diameter D1 of the first side 1231 of the groove adjacent to the first wall portion 121 may be smaller than the outer diameter D2 of the second side 1232 of the groove adjacent to the second wall portion 122.

[0178] The first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to be symmetrical with respect to the vertical center line V or the radial center line of the sealing member.

[0179] When the sealing body is installed in the groove, the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to protrude further than the first sealing protrusion 410 relative to the horizontal center line H of the sealing member.

[0180] The first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 can be configured to protrude further from the sealing body 430 than the reinforcing portion 440.

[0181] The sealing member may include an annular shape. The length L1 of the sealing member along the second direction may be longer than the thickness L2 of the sealing member along the third direction, which is the radial direction.

[0182] The second sealing protrusion 420 may include an inclined portion 421 configured to taper or narrow along the second direction B.

[0183] The first flange 120 may include a first chamfer 125, which is configured to taper or narrow from the second wall portion along a second direction. The second flange 220 may include a second chamfer 225, which is configured to correspond to the first chamfer when the second flange 220 is attached to the first flange.

[0184] The second pipe 200 can be configured to be connected to the first pipe 100 by being inserted into the inner liner 12. The second pipe 200 can be configured to be separated from the first pipe 100 by being withdrawn from the inner liner 12.

[0185] The dishwasher may also include a basket 52 configured to hold tableware in an inner liner 12, and the basket 52 is configured to be fixed to a second conduit 200 for movement together with the second conduit 200.

[0186] A dishwasher according to an embodiment may include: an inner tub 12; a spray rotor 42 configured to spray washing water into the interior of the inner tub; a reservoir 70 configured to store washing water from the interior of the inner tub; and a first conduit 100 including a first frame 110 and a first flange 120, the first frame 110 being configured to guide washing water supplied from the reservoir, the first flange 120 being configured to allow washing water guided by the first frame to flow out, and the first flange 120 having a channel for the washing water to flow out from the first frame. The first flange 120 has an increased outer diameter due to its forward projection; a second conduit 200, including a second flange 220 and a second frame 210, the second flange 220 being configured to engage with the first flange to introduce washing water flowing from the first flange, and the second frame 210 being configured to extend forward from the second flange to guide the washing water introduced through the second flange to the jet rotor; and a sealing member 400 or 400a configured to seal between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220. The sealing member may include a sealing body 430 mounted on the outer surface of the first flange. The sealing member may include a sealing protrusion 420 protruding from the front end of the sealing body to contact the inner surface of the second flange when the sealing body is mounted on the outer surface of the first flange.

[0187] The sealing member may include a reinforcing portion 440 disposed behind the sealing protrusion 420 to protrude from the sealing body, and the reinforcing portion 440 having a thickness thinner than the thickness of the sealing protrusion 420 along the radial direction C of the sealing member.

[0188] The sealing member may include a notch 460, which is recessed between the sealing protrusion 420 and the reinforcing portion 440. The sealing member may include an inclined portion 421, which is formed on the second sealing protrusion 420 to taper or narrow in a forward direction.

[0189] The sealing protrusion 420 may be a first sealing protrusion 420. The sealing member may also include a second sealing protrusion 410, which protrudes from the rear end of the sealing body and is spaced apart from the inner surface of the second flange when the sealing body is mounted on the outer surface of the first flange. The first sealing protrusion 410 and the second sealing protrusion 420 may be configured to be symmetrical with respect to the vertical centerline V of the sealing member 400.

[0190] The dishwasher according to an embodiment may include: an inner tub 12; a first conduit 100 disposed inside the inner tub to guide washing water and including a first flange 120 configured to allow washing water to flow out in a first direction A; a second conduit configured to connect to the first conduit in a second direction B opposite to the first direction A, and the second conduit including a second flange 220 configured to receive washing water flowing out from the first flange 120 when the second conduit is connected to the first conduit; and a sealing member 400 or 400a configured to be mounted on the outer surface of the first flange 120 to prevent washing water leakage between the first flange 120 and the second flange 220. The sealing member may include a sealing protrusion 420 protruding to contact the inner surface of the second flange 220 when the sealing member is mounted on the outer surface of the first flange. The sealing member may include a notch 460 formed adjacent to the sealing protrusion 420, such that the sealing protrusion 420 is bendable.

[0191] According to this disclosure, the convenience of using a dishwasher can be improved.

[0192] According to this disclosure, the basket can be easily inserted into and removed from the inner liner. When the basket is removed from the inner liner, the tableware and other items contained in the basket will not fall out.

[0193] According to this disclosure, leakage of washing water can be effectively prevented.

[0194] According to this disclosure, the ease of assembling sealing components can be improved.

[0195] According to this disclosure, incorrect assembly of sealing components can be prevented.

[0196] According to this disclosure, deviation of the sealing component can be prevented.

[0197] The effects that can be obtained from this disclosure are not limited to those described above, and those skilled in the art to which this disclosure pertains will clearly understand other effects not mentioned.

[0198] Specific embodiments have been illustrated and described above. However, those skilled in the art will understand that this disclosure is not limited to the above embodiments, and various changes and modifications can be made without departing from the technical spirit of this disclosure as described in the appended claims.

Claims

1. A dishwasher, comprising: Inner liner; A first conduit, located inside the inner tank to guide washing water, the first conduit including a first flange; A second conduit, configured to guide the washing water from the first conduit, includes a second flange configured to be connectable to the first flange in a first direction and disconnectable from the first flange in a second direction opposite to the first direction. and A sealing member configured to seal between the first flange and the second flange, the sealing member comprising: A sealing body, which can be mounted on the outer surface of the first flange; A first sealing protrusion protrudes from the sealing body; A second sealing protrusion protrudes from the sealing body and is spaced apart from the first sealing protrusion along the second direction; The reinforcing portion is located between the first sealing protrusion and the second sealing protrusion; and A notch is recessed between the second sealing protrusion and the reinforcing portion.

2. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein, When the sealing body is mounted on the outer surface of the first flange, the second sealing protrusion is able to bend toward the notch when the second flange is connected to the first flange along the first direction.

3. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein, The first flange includes: First wall section; A second wall portion, the second wall portion being spaced apart from the first wall portion along the second direction; and A groove is formed between the first wall portion and the second wall portion, and the sealing body of the sealing member can be installed in the groove, and the groove has a slope that widens along the second direction.

4. The dishwasher according to claim 3, wherein, When the sealing body is installed in the groove, the first sealing protrusion protrudes from the portion of the sealing body facing the first wall, and When the sealing body is installed in the groove, the second sealing protrusion protrudes from the portion of the sealing body facing the second wall.

5. The dishwasher according to claim 4, wherein, When the sealing body is installed in the groove and the second flange is connected to the first flange, the second sealing protrusion contacts the inner surface of the second flange.

6. The dishwasher according to claim 4, wherein, When the sealing body is installed in the groove and the second flange is connected to the first flange, a gap is formed between the first sealing protrusion and the inner surface of the second flange.

7. The dishwasher according to claim 3, wherein, The first flange is hollow, and The outer diameter of the first side of the groove adjacent to the first wall portion is smaller than the outer diameter of the second side of the groove adjacent to the second wall portion.

8. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein, The first sealing protrusion and the second sealing protrusion are symmetrical with respect to the radial center line of the sealing member.

9. The dishwasher according to claim 4, wherein, When the sealing body is installed in the groove, the second sealing protrusion protrudes further than the first sealing protrusion relative to the axial centerline of the sealing member.

10. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein, The first sealing protrusion and the second sealing protrusion protrude further from the sealing body than the reinforcing portion.

11. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein, The sealing member has an annular shape, and The length of the sealing member along the second direction is longer than the thickness of the sealing member along the third direction, which is the radial direction.

12. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein, The second sealing protrusion includes an inclined portion that tapers along the second direction.

13. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein, The first flange includes a first chamfered portion that tapers along the second direction at its end, and The second flange includes a second chamfer, which is configured to correspond to the first chamfer when the second flange is connected to the first flange.

14. The dishwasher according to claim 1, wherein, The second pipe is configured to be connected to the first pipe by being inserted into the inner liner, and to be separated from the first pipe by being withdrawn from the inner liner.

15. The dishwasher of claim 14, further comprising: A basket, configured to hold tableware within the inner liner, and configured to be fixed to the second pipe for movement together with the second pipe.

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