A dishwasher pot rack and a dishwasher

Abstract

The utility model relates to a dish-washing machine pot rack and dish-washing machine, and the rack comprises a mounting seat and a pot rack, the mounting seat is assembled on the fence on the basket, the pot rack comprises a rotating shaft rod and a supporting rod, the rotating shaft rod is assembled on the rotating groove on the mounting seat, the rotating shaft rod rotates relative to the rotating groove, the supporting rod forms at least a first position and a second position, specifically, when the supporting rod is in the first position, the pot rack is in the unfolded state, the supporting rod can be used to support the body part of the pot, the handle part of the pot is placed on the fence or the bottom net, thereby fixing the pot, when the supporting rod is in the second position, the pot rack is in the storage state, and the utensils do not occupy the storage space of the basket, the rotating shaft rod is clamped between the mounting seat and the fence, the mounting seat and the fence are assembled, the rotating shaft rod is limited in the space enclosed by the two, and the rotating shaft rod cannot easily shake or fall off, when the mounting seat is disassembled from the fence, the supporting rod can be conveniently replaced or cleaned.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of dishwasher technology, and in particular to a dishwasher cookware rack and a dishwasher. Background Technology

[0002] As a modern kitchen appliance, the cleaning efficiency of a dishwasher largely depends on the scientific arrangement of the dish racks for the tableware. Dish racks are typically used to hold various kitchen utensils such as pots, bowls, plates, chopsticks, and spoons that are about to be washed. Among these utensils, pots and pans (such as frying pans and saucepans) are the most difficult to secure effectively due to their large size and various shapes (such as round bottoms, flat bottoms, and those with handles).

[0003] If the cookware is not securely fixed during the washing process, it will not only shake and collide with other tableware under the impact of the water flow from the spray arm, causing damage to the tableware and noise, but it will also create blind spots for cleaning because it blocks the water flow, which seriously affects the final cleaning effect.

[0004] Currently, some fixed pot racks exist on the market to solve the problem of securing cookware. However, these racks are usually rigid structures that permanently occupy specific space in the dish rack. When not used to support cookware, they not only fail to store it but also hinder the proper placement of bowls, plates, and other regular tableware, significantly reducing the effective use of space in the dish rack and decreasing the dishwasher's space utilization flexibility. This constitutes a pressing contradiction: the need to secure cookware is difficult to reconcile with the need to maximize the use of dish rack space. Utility Model Content

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a dishwasher cookware rack and a dishwasher to address the aforementioned problems with dishwashers.

[0006] A dishwasher cookware rack connected to a dishwasher basket, the basket including a bottom mesh and a guard connected to the bottom mesh, characterized in that the cookware rack includes a mounting base and a pot rack;

[0007] The mounting base is movably mounted on the enclosure. The mounting base has a rotating groove. The pot rack includes a rotating shaft and a support rod connected to the rotating shaft. The rotating shaft is mounted in the rotating groove and is sandwiched between the mounting base and the enclosure. The rotating shaft can rotate relative to the rotating groove so that the pot rack has an unfolded state and a retracted state.

[0008] This application discloses a dishwasher cookware rack, comprising a mounting base and a cookware rack. The mounting base is fitted onto a baffle on the dish rack. The cookware rack includes a pivot rod and a support rod. The pivot rod is fitted onto a rotating groove on the mounting base and rotates relative to the rotating groove. The support rod has at least two positions. Specifically, in the first position, the cookware rack is in an extended state, supporting the body of the cookware, with the handle resting against the baffle or bottom rack for secure placement. In the second position, the cookware rack is in a retracted state, not occupying storage space in the dish rack. The pivot rod is clamped between the mounting base and the baffle. After assembly, the pivot rod is confined within the enclosed space, preventing easy wobbling or detachment. Removing the mounting base from the baffle facilitates replacement or cleaning of the support rod. This cookware rack consists of only two main components: a mounting base and a cookware rack. Through the simple cooperation of the pivot rod and the rotating groove, stable support and flexible storage of the cookware rack are achieved.

[0009] In one embodiment, the support rod includes two swing arms and a limiting rod. The two swing arms are spaced apart, and their ends are connected to the rotating shaft and the limiting rod, respectively. The spaced arrangement of the two swing arms creates a stable two-point support structure. The weight of the cookware is evenly distributed across the two swing arms via the limiting rod, preventing stress concentration and increasing load-bearing capacity. This allows for safe support of heavier cookware. The limiting rod and the two swing arms together define a three-sided enclosed support area, facilitating quick and accurate placement of the cookware by the user.

[0010] In one embodiment, the limiting rod has a protruding hook portion, which is used to limit the cookware when the pot rack is in the unfolded state. By providing the protruding hook portion on the limiting rod, the edge of the cookware is placed on the hook portion, creating effective mechanical interference and preventing the cookware from slipping upwards or backwards under vibration or water flow impact.

[0011] In one embodiment, the mounting base is provided with at least one first elastic buckle. When the pot rack is in the retracted state, the support rod is engaged with the first elastic buckle. By providing at least one first elastic buckle on the mounting base that engages with the support rod, a clear locking position is provided for the pot rack in the retracted state. The engagement ensures that the pot rack will only be released from the retracted state when subjected to sufficiently large manual force, thus improving safety. After the pot rack is retracted, the space it originally occupied can be efficiently used to place bowls, plates, and other tableware.

[0012] In one embodiment, the mounting base has a boss. When the pot rack is in the unfolded state, the support rod abuts against the support surface of the boss. Because the support rod contacts the support surface of the boss when the pot rack is unfolded, the groove wall of the rotating slot and the support surface of the boss limit the vertical movement of the support rod, providing a support point for the unfolded pot rack, thereby maintaining the position of the support rod and ensuring the pot is placed stably.

[0013] In one embodiment, the rotating groove has a transverse U-shaped cross-section. The rotating groove includes a first plane and a second plane. The horizontal height of the support surface of the boss is greater than the horizontal height of the second plane. The first plane is parallel to the support surface of the boss, and the distance between them matches the diameter of the rotating shaft, so that the pot holder is perpendicular to the mounting base when in the unfolded state. Because the horizontal height of the support surface of the boss is greater than the horizontal height of the second plane, in the unfolded state, the rotating shaft no longer contacts the second plane of the rotating groove, but is supported by both the first plane and the support surface of the boss. This design actively compensates for gaps and does not require a zero-gap precision fit between the rotating shaft and the rotating groove. Instead, through a clever height difference design, the rotating shaft is precisely clamped between the parallel first plane and the boss support surface, ensuring that the support rod always stops at a position perpendicular to the mounting base. This guarantees that each unfolding accurately reproduces a 90-degree angle, and the pot is stable after placement, without wobbling due to angular deviations.

[0014] In one embodiment, the mounting base has at least one fixing buckle and at least one limiting groove. The fixing buckle is a groove structure with an opening, the opening of which faces a first direction, and the opening of the limiting groove faces a second direction. One of the vertical or horizontal bars on the enclosure is assembled and connected to the fixing buckle, and the other is assembled and connected to the limiting groove. Through the combined design of the fixing buckle and the limiting groove, with their opening directions differing, the mounting base achieves quick and secure two-point positioning and installation on the vertical and horizontal bars of the enclosure, ensuring the stability of the entire cookware shelf in dynamic working environments.

[0015] In one embodiment, the mounting base is further provided with a second elastic buckle along the first direction, and the second elastic buckle is assembled and connected to the vertical or horizontal bar on the fence. The addition of the second elastic buckle to the mounting base, in conjunction with the aforementioned fixing buckle and limiting groove, improves the reliability of the assembly between the mounting base and the fence.

[0016] In one embodiment, the number of pot racks is not less than one, and the pot racks are spaced apart on the enclosure. With at least one pot rack on the dish rack, the user can flexibly choose to use one, two, or more pot racks depending on the quantity, size, and shape of the pots being washed. For example, when washing a large wok, two pot racks can be used together for support to increase stability; when washing a soup pot and a milk pot, two separate pot racks can be used for independent placement.

[0017] A dishwasher including the dishwasher cookware rack described in any of the preceding claims. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the dishwasher cookware rack and dish basket in one embodiment. Figure 1 ;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the cookware and cookware rack in one embodiment. Figure 1 ;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the cookware and cookware rack in one embodiment. Figure 2 ;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the dishwasher cookware rack and dish basket in one embodiment. Figure 2 ;

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of section A in the middle;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the dishwasher cookware rack in one embodiment (in unfolded state);

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the dishwasher cookware rack in one embodiment (in its folded state);

[0025] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting base in one embodiment.

[0026] The correspondence between the reference numerals and the component names is as follows:

[0027] 10 bowl baskets, 11 bottom nets, 12 enclosures;

[0028] 21 Mounting base, 210 Rotating groove, 220 Limiting groove, 211 First elastic buckle, 212 Boss, 213 Fixing buckle, 214 Second elastic buckle, 2101 First plane, 2102 Second plane;

[0029] 22. Pot frame, 221. Rotary shaft, 222. Support rod, 2221. Swing rod, 2222. Limiting rod, 230. Hook. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of the present invention, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0031] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the invention. However, the invention may also be practiced in other ways different from those described herein, and therefore the scope of protection of the invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0032] The following describes some embodiments of the dishwasher cookware rack and dishwasher of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0033] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, this embodiment discloses a dishwasher cookware rack connected to the dishwasher basket 10. The basket 10 includes a bottom mesh 11 and a retaining wall 12 connected to the bottom mesh 11. The cookware rack is characterized in that it includes a mounting base 21 and a pot rack 22.

[0034] Mounting base 21 is movably mounted on enclosure 12. Mounting base 21 has a rotating groove 210. Pot rack 22 includes a rotating shaft 221 and a support rod 222 connected to the rotating shaft 221. The rotating shaft 221 is mounted in the rotating groove 210 and is clamped between mounting base 21 and enclosure 12. The rotating shaft 221 can rotate relative to the rotating groove 210 so that pot rack 22 has an unfolded state and a retracted state.

[0035] This application discloses a dishwasher cookware rack, which includes a mounting base 21 and a cookware rack 22. The mounting base 21 is mounted on a guardrail 12 on a dish rack 10. The cookware rack 22 includes a pivot rod 221 and a support rod 222. The pivot rod 221 is mounted on a rotating groove 210 on the mounting base 21 and rotates relative to the rotating groove 210. The support rod 222 forms at least a first position and a second position. Specifically, when the support rod 222 is in the first position, the cookware rack 22 is in an extended state, and the support rod 222 can be used to support cookware. For the pot body, the handle rests against the enclosure 12 or the bottom mesh 11 to secure the pot. When the support rod 222 is in the second position, the pot rack 22 is in a retracted state, not occupying the storage space of the tableware in the dish rack 10. The support rod 221 is clamped between the mounting base 21 and the enclosure 12. After the mounting base 21 and the enclosure 12 are assembled, the support rod 221 is confined within the enclosed space, preventing it from easily shaking or falling off. When the mounting base 21 is removed from the enclosure 12, the support rod 222 can be easily replaced or cleaned. This pot rack consists of only two main components: the mounting base 21 and the pot rack 22. Through the simple cooperation of the support rod 221 and the rotating groove 210, the pot rack achieves stable support and flexible storage.

[0036] The cookware rack is used to fix cookware and keep it tilted to facilitate the natural drainage of oil and water during washing. The cookware rack mainly consists of a mounting base 21 and a pot rack 22. The mounting base 21 is fixedly installed on the enclosure 12, and its connection method includes, but is not limited to, snap-fit ​​connection, screw fastening or threaded connection.

[0037] like Figure 6 As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the support rod 222 includes a swing rod 2221 and a limiting rod 2222, the number of swing rods 2221 is two and they are spaced apart, and the two ends of the swing rods 2221 are respectively connected to the rotating shaft rod 221 and the limiting rod 2222.

[0038] The above embodiment further limits the number of swing rods 2221 to two and distributes them at intervals, forming a stable two-point support structure. The weight of the pot can be evenly distributed on the two swing rods 2221 through the limiting rod 2222, avoiding stress concentration, making the load-bearing capacity stronger, and able to safely support heavier pots. The limiting rod 2222 and the two swing rods 2221 together define a three-sided enclosed support area, which makes it convenient for users to quickly and accurately place the pot in place.

[0039] The rotating shaft 221, the two swing rods 2221 and the limiting rod 2222 are connected to form a closed rigid frame structure, such as a trapezoidal or square shape.

[0040] like Figure 6As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: a protruding hook portion 230 is formed on the limiting rod 2222, and the hook portion 230 is used to limit the pot when the pot rack 22 is in the unfolded state.

[0041] The above embodiment further specifies that a protruding hook portion 230 is provided on the limiting rod 2222. Based on this, the edge of the pot is placed on the hook portion 230, forming an effective mechanical interference with the pot and preventing the pot from slipping upward or backward under vibration or water flow impact.

[0042] The protruding hook portion 230 can be hook-shaped, wavy, or dot-shaped protrusions.

[0043] like Figures 6 to 8 As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: at least one first elastic buckle 211 is provided on the mounting base 21, and when the pot rack 22 is in the storage state, the support rod 222 is fastened and connected to the first elastic buckle 211.

[0044] The above embodiment further specifies that the mounting base 21 is provided with not less than one first elastic buckle 211 that is fastened to the support rod 222, providing a clear locking position for the pot rack 22 when it is in the storage state. The fastening connection ensures that the pot rack 22 will only be released from the storage state when subjected to a sufficiently large human operating force, which improves safety. After the pot rack 22 is retracted, the space it originally occupied can be efficiently used to place other tableware such as bowls and plates.

[0045] like Figure 8 As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: a boss 212 is provided on the mounting base 21, and when the pot rack 22 is in the unfolded state, the support rod 222 abuts against the support surface of the boss 212.

[0046] The above embodiment further defines that when the pot rack 22 is in the unfolded state, the support rod 222 contacts the support surface of the boss 212, and the support rod 222 is limited in the upper and lower positions by the groove wall of the rotating groove 210 and the support surface of the boss 212, providing a support point for the unfolded pot rack 22, thereby maintaining the position of the support rod 222 and ensuring that the pot is placed stably.

[0047] It should be noted that the tilt angle of the support surface of the boss 212 directly determines the tilt angle of the support rod 222 relative to the horizontal plane after it is unfolded.

[0048] like Figure 8As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further defines that: the cross-section of the rotating groove 210 is a transverse U-shaped groove, the rotating groove 210 includes a first plane 2101 and a second plane 2102, the horizontal height of the support surface of the boss 212 is greater than the horizontal height of the second plane 2102, the first plane 2101 is parallel to the support surface of the boss 212 and the distance between them matches the diameter of the rotating shaft 221, so that the pot rack 22 is vertically arranged relative to the mounting base 21 when it is in the unfolded state.

[0049] The above embodiment further defines that the horizontal height of the support surface of the boss 212 is greater than the horizontal height of the second plane 2102. In the unfolded state, the rotating shaft 221 no longer contacts the second plane 2102 of the rotating groove 210, but is supported by the first plane 2101 and the support surface of the boss 212. This design actively compensates for the gap and does not require a zero-gap precision fit between the rotating shaft 221 and the rotating groove 210. Instead, through a clever height difference design, the rotating shaft 221 is precisely clamped between the parallel first plane 2101 and the support surface of the boss 212, ensuring that the support rod 222 always stops at a position perpendicular to the mounting base 21. This guarantees that a 90-degree angle can be accurately reproduced every time it is unfolded, and the cookware is stable after placement and will not wobble due to angle deviation.

[0050] like Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the mounting base 21 has at least one fixing buckle 213 and at least one limiting groove 220. The fixing buckle 213 is a groove structure with an opening. The opening direction of the fixing buckle 213 faces the first direction, and the opening direction of the limiting groove 220 faces the second direction. One of the vertical or horizontal bars on the enclosure 12 is assembled and connected to the fixing buckle 213, and the other is assembled and connected to the limiting groove 220.

[0051] The above embodiments further define the mounting base 21 by combining the fixing buckle 213 and the limiting groove 220, with the two having different opening directions, thereby achieving quick and secure two-point positioning installation of the mounting base 21 on the vertical and horizontal bars of the enclosure 12, ensuring the stability of the entire cookware shelf in a dynamic working environment.

[0052] The fixing buckle 213 can be used to assemble and connect with the vertical bar in the enclosure 12. The fixing buckle 213 can be a groove structure with its opening facing the first direction. The number of fixing buckles 213 can be no less than one; for example, four fixing buckles 213 are distributed at intervals on the mounting base 21. The limiting groove 220 can be used to assemble and connect with the horizontal bar in the enclosure 12. The limiting groove 220 can be a groove structure with its opening facing the second direction. Specifically, the tooling process for assembling the mounting base 21 and the enclosure 12 is as follows: First, align the limiting groove 220 on the mounting base 21 with the horizontal bar of the enclosure 12, and then misalign the fixing buckle 213 on the mounting base 21 with the vertical bar of the enclosure 12 so that the vertical bar of the enclosure 12 falls in the gap between the opening of the fixing buckle 213 and the body of the mounting base 21. Then, move the mounting base 21 in the first direction so that the vertical bar of the enclosure 12 is embedded in the fixing buckle 213.

[0053] like Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the mounting base 21 is also provided with a second elastic buckle 214 along the first direction, and the second elastic buckle 214 is assembled and connected to the vertical bar or horizontal bar on the enclosure 12.

[0054] The above embodiment further specifies that the mounting base 21 is also provided with a second elastic buckle 214, which works together with the above-mentioned fixing buckle 213 and limiting groove 220 to improve the reliability of the assembly of the mounting base 21 and the enclosure 12.

[0055] The second elastic buckle 214 can be a hook structure. Specifically, during the process of the vertical bar of the enclosure 12 being inserted into the fixing buckle 213, the second elastic buckle 214 undergoes elastic deformation, hooks the vertical bar on the enclosure 12, and drives the vertical bar on the enclosure 12 to press tightly against the fixing buckle 213.

[0056] In addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the number of pot racks 22 is not less than one, and the pot racks 22 are distributed at intervals on the enclosure 12.

[0057] The above embodiments further specify that there is no less than one pot rack on the dish basket 10. Users can flexibly choose to use one, two or more pot racks 22 according to the quantity, size and shape of the pots being cleaned. For example, when cleaning a large wok, two pot racks 22 can be used together for support to increase stability; when cleaning a soup pot and a milk pot, two pot racks 22 can be used to place them independently.

[0058] This embodiment provides a dishwasher, including the dishwasher cookware rack described above.

[0059] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0060] The above embodiments only illustrate several implementation methods of this utility model, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A dishwasher cookware rack connected to a dishwasher dish rack (10), said dish rack (10) comprising a bottom mesh (11) and a retaining wall (12) connected to said bottom mesh (11), characterized in that, The cookware rack includes a mounting base (21) and a pot rack (22); The mounting base (21) is movably mounted on the enclosure (12). The mounting base (21) has a rotating groove (210). The pot rack (22) includes a rotating shaft (221) and a support rod (222) connected to the rotating shaft (221). The rotating shaft (221) is mounted in the rotating groove (210) and is sandwiched between the mounting base (21) and the enclosure (12). The rotating shaft (221) can rotate relative to the rotating groove (210) so that the pot rack (22) has an unfolded state and a retracted state.

2. The dishwasher cookware rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support rod (222) includes a swing rod (2221) and a limiting rod (2222). There are two swing rods (2221) that are spaced apart. The two ends of the swing rods (2221) are connected to the rotating shaft rod (221) and the limiting rod (2222), respectively.

3. The dishwasher cookware rack according to claim 2, characterized in that, The limiting rod (2222) has a protruding hook portion (230) which is used to limit the pot when the pot rack (22) is in the unfolded state.

4. The dishwasher cookware rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting base (21) is provided with at least one first elastic buckle (211). When the pot rack (22) is in the stored state, the support rod (222) is fastened and connected to the first elastic buckle (211).

5. The dishwasher cookware rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting base (21) has a boss (212). When the pot rack (22) is in the unfolded state, the support rod (222) abuts against the support surface of the boss (212).

6. The dishwasher cookware rack according to claim 5, characterized in that, The rotating groove (210) has a transverse U-shaped cross-section. The rotating groove (210) includes a first plane (2101) and a second plane (2102). The horizontal height of the support surface of the boss (212) is greater than the horizontal height of the second plane (2102). The first plane (2101) is parallel to the support surface of the boss (212), and the distance between them matches the diameter of the rotating shaft (221), so that the pot rack (22) is vertically arranged relative to the mounting base (21) when it is in the unfolded state.

7. The dishwasher cookware rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting base (21) has at least one fixing buckle (213) and at least one limiting groove (220). The fixing buckle (213) is a groove structure with an opening. The opening direction of the fixing buckle (213) faces a first direction, and the opening direction of the limiting groove (220) faces a second direction. One of the vertical or horizontal bars on the enclosure (12) is assembled and connected to the fixing buckle (213), and the other is assembled and connected to the limiting groove (220).

8. The dishwasher cookware rack according to claim 7, characterized in that, The mounting base (21) is further provided with a second elastic buckle (214) along the first direction, and the second elastic buckle (214) is assembled and connected to the vertical or horizontal bar on the enclosure (12).

9. The dishwasher cookware rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of pot racks (22) is not less than one, and the pot racks (22) are distributed at intervals on the enclosure (12).

10. A dishwasher, characterized in that, Includes a dishwasher cookware rack as described in any one of claims 1-9 above.

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