Dishwasher loader for a dishwasher and dishwasher

The dishwashing basket with a movable tiered tray system addresses the challenge of securely holding long-stemmed glasses by transitioning between rest and working positions, enhancing flexibility and ease of use while maintaining secure glass retention.

DE102024211754A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-06-11BSH HAUSGERATE GMBH
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DE102024211754
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DE · DE
Patent Type
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Filing Date
2024-12-10
Publication Date
2026-06-11

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Technical Problem

Existing dishwashing baskets for household dishwashers do not securely and flexibly accommodate long-stemmed glasses, such as wine glasses, champagne glasses, or stemmed glasses, during the washing process.

Method used

A dishwashing basket with a movable tiered tray system, guided by two independent cam tracks, allows the tray to transition between a rest position, where it folds against the side wall, and a working position, where it extends horizontally, featuring a grid structure with elastic openings to securely hold long-stemmed glasses.

Benefits of technology

The tray system provides easy, flexible, and secure placement and retrieval of long-stemmed glasses, optimizing space utilization and assembly, while being cost-effective and easy to manufacture.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a dishwashing tray (15) for a dishwasher (1), in particular a household dishwasher, with at least one tier (16) movably arranged in the dishwashing tray (15), which is movable between a rest position (PR) and a working position (PA) and which is attached, in particular detachably, to a side wall (18) of the dishwashing tray (15) by means of a support element (17), wherein the tier (16) has a first bearing pin (19.1) on each of two opposite sides (S1, S2), which is guided in a first cam guide (20.1) arranged on the support element (17) such that it is movable between a rest position (PR) and a working position (PA) and vice versa, and wherein the tier (16) has a second bearing pin (19.2) on each of the two opposite sides (S1, S2), which is guided in a second cam guide (20.1) arranged on the support element (17).2) is guided in such a way that it can be moved between a resting position (PR) and a working position (PA) and vice versa.
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[0001] The invention relates to a dishwashing tray for a dishwasher, in particular a household dishwasher, with at least one tier movably arranged in the dishwashing tray, which is movable between a rest position and a working position and which is attached to a side wall of the dishwashing tray, in particular detachably, by means of a support element.

[0002] Tiered trays in dishwashing baskets, such as those in dish racks, are a common sight. These typically feature a plastic grid that can be adjusted between a vertical and a horizontal position. In the vertical position, the plastic grid is folded against a side wall of the dish rack, thus freeing up space within the rack. In the horizontal position, items such as cups and / or cutlery can be placed on the plastic grid. In this case, the plastic grid extends into the dish rack.

[0003] It is also known to equip the plastic grid with a rake-like shape featuring semicircular openings. This allows long-stemmed glasses, such as wine glasses, to be placed upside down in the dishwashing basket. The glasses are held by their stems in the semicircular openings of the plastic grid. For this purpose, the plastic grid is in its horizontal position.

[0004] German patent application DE 10 2004 022 024 A1 discloses a basket for a dishwasher with different receptacles and / or holders for plates or cups, wherein, in particular, a cup support comprises a plane pivotably arranged in the basket, which assumes a horizontal position about pivot points arranged on the basket to form a second support surface. The pivot points arranged on the basket are vertically adjustable to adjust the level of the cup support. The pivot points can be guided in a cam-like molded part and can be fixed in different positions. Furthermore, the cam-like molded part can essentially comprise a straight, channel-like, vertically extending section, to which a curved, eyelet-like, essentially horizontally extending section adjoins at each end, which is shaped and designed such that the pivot point engages in it.Furthermore, in the scenery-like molded part, the pivot point can include a wire loop which is connected to the cup support and which is guided in the scenery, with the rear area of ​​the loop being guided exclusively in the vertically running area.

[0005] Document WO 2013 / 045543 A1 discloses a rack suitable for use in a dishwasher, in which the items to be washed are placed. The rack comprises a base and side walls surrounding the base, and at least one shelf attached to the side walls on which kitchen utensils such as cups, glasses, and so on are placed. At least one holder is provided, which is mounted on the shelf in such a way that it can be moved and shifted horizontally. This holder has at least a housing that at least partially grips the stem of long-stemmed items placed on the shelf, such as wine glasses, and thus prevents them from tipping over. The holder can be rotated about the axis to which it is connected on the rack.Furthermore, at least one guide can be provided on the shelf, extending parallel to the side wall to which the shelf is attached and to which the holder is mounted. The holder can also be rotatably mounted on the shelf around the guide.

[0006] Against this background, one object of the present invention is to provide an improved dishwashing basket for a dishwasher, in particular a household dishwasher. Specifically, long-stemmed glasses, such as wine glasses, champagne glasses, or stemmed glasses of a general type, should be able to be placed in a dishwashing basket for a dishwasher, in particular a household dishwasher, as easily, flexibly, and above all, as securely as possible.

[0007] To solve the problem according to the invention, a dishwashing basket for a dishwasher, in particular a household dishwasher, is proposed, comprising at least one tier movably arranged within the dishwashing basket, which is movable between a rest position and a working position and which is attached, in particular detachably, to a side wall of the dishwashing basket by means of a support element. The tier has a first bearing pin on each of two opposite sides, which is guided in a first cam track arranged on the support element such that it is movable between a rest position and a working position and vice versa.Furthermore, the tiered stand has a second bearing pin on each of the two opposite sides, which is guided in a second cam track arranged on the supporting element in such a way that it can be moved between a rest position and a working position and vice versa.

[0008] One idea of ​​the present invention is to provide a tiered serving tray which is movable in two independent guide and support systems.

[0009] The tiered tray is therefore movable within two independent guide and support systems by means of two bearing pins attached to each of its two end faces, specifically between a rest position and a working position and vice versa. Each end face is a side of the tiered tray that runs perpendicular to the horizontal direction of movement of the dishware holder. Thus, a front end face is oriented towards the front of the dishware holder, while a rear end face is oriented towards the back of the dishware holder.

[0010] The two independent guidance and storage systems extend at least partially into a receiving area for the dishwashing equipment.

[0011] The two independent guide and bearing systems enable both a very user-friendly movement sequence with maximum flexibility and simplified assembly of the tiered stand into the support element, not least due to a simple linear movement from the front. Furthermore, manual assembly of the tiered stand into the support element is also possible in a cost-effective and simple manner. In addition, both the tiered stand and the support element are easy and inexpensive to manufacture, simple to operate, and securely lockable.

[0012] The two opposite sides of the tiered stand, on each of which a first bearing pin is arranged, extend in particular perpendicular to the side wall of the dishwashing container, on which the support element for the tiered stand is attached in a particularly removable manner.

[0013] The term "washing basket" refers in particular to a basket, especially a wire basket, for example in the form of a lower or upper basket.

[0014] The term "etagere" refers to a device that is designed to be placed in a dishwashing tray and detachably attached to it, and to provide an additional surface for dishes, especially cups and cutlery, compared to the dishwashing tray itself.

[0015] The term "resting position" refers to a position of the tiered tray with a receiving surface in which the receiving surface is oriented vertically or nearly vertically. In this position, the receiving surface rests folded against a side wall of the dishwashing area in which the tiered tray is used, thus freeing up loading space within the dishwashing area.

[0016] The term "working position" refers to a position of the tiered dish rack with a receiving surface in which the receiving surface is oriented horizontally or obliquely at an angle of 0° to 30°, preferably 5° to 28°, and particularly 8° to 25°, to the horizontal. In this position, items to be washed, such as cups and / or cutlery, can be placed or laid on the receiving surface. In this case, the tiered dish rack extends into the loading volume of the receiving area.

[0017] According to one embodiment, the first cam guide is aligned at an angle of 0° to 15°, preferably 0° to 10°, in particular 0° to 5°, to the horizontal, and the two cam guides enclose an angle of 75° + / - 15°, preferably 75° + / - 5°, in particular approximately 75°.

[0018] This embodiment allows for easy demolding of the first cam guide during its manufacture, as it is aligned approximately perpendicular or perpendicular to the main body of the support element. Furthermore, the approximately right angle or right angle between the two cam guides has a positive effect on the manufacturing costs of the support element and the tooling used to manufacture it.

[0019] According to one embodiment, the two cam guides are arranged at least partially directly adjacent to the supporting element.

[0020] This design allows for a compact and robust construction of the support element, including the guide rails. Furthermore, the short distance between the two guide rails facilitates a simple, linear, and smooth movement of the tiered stand.

[0021] According to one embodiment, the first cam guide comprises an approximately straight and channel-shaped area or a straight and channel-shaped area.

[0022] This embodiment allows not only for easy demolding of the first cam guide but also for easy manufacturing of the first cam guide, without complex contours and / or undercuts.

[0023] According to one embodiment, the first cam guide has a lower guide track which is provided with a projection to position the tiered tray in its rest position by means of the first bearing pin.

[0024] This design allows for simple yet secure positioning of the tiered stand in its resting position. The use of movable, especially sliding and / or rotatable, elements for positioning the tiered stand in its resting position is entirely unnecessary.

[0025] According to one embodiment, the second cam guide comprises a region contoured with at least one curved section.

[0026] This design allows for the simplest and most controlled movement of the tiered stand between its rest position and its working position, and vice versa. Furthermore, the contoured area in the tool for the support element can be manufactured relatively cost-effectively and quickly.

[0027] According to one embodiment, the second cam guide has a two-part structure and an inner guide track which is provided with a projection to position the tiered tray in its working position by means of the placement of the second bearing pin.

[0028] This design allows for simple yet secure positioning of the tiered stand in its working position. The use of movable, especially sliding and / or rotatable, elements for positioning the tiered stand in its working position is entirely unnecessary.

[0029] According to one embodiment, the side wall of the dishwashing container has a grid structure with at least one horizontal wire and at least one vertical wire, and the support element is attached to at least one wire by means of at least one fastening structure, such as a hook, a clamp, a clip or the like, in particular detachably.

[0030] This embodiment facilitates simple, permanent and positionally accurate attachment of the support element and shelf to the side wall of the dishwashing container.

[0031] According to one embodiment, several, in particular two or three, and possibly differently designed tiered trays with multiple guide rails are guided on the support element.

[0032] This embodiment facilitates user-oriented use of the tiered serving trays in a variety of ways. For example, only one intuitively easy-to-use tray can be employed, while the at least one other unused tray creates space for other items, such as cups and / or plates. A specific application model for the tiered serving trays can also be implemented. The identical guide mechanisms of adjacent trays are preferably integrated into a single functional component. This, in turn, minimizes the complexity of the support elements, as, for example, an optimized support element can be used for all embodiments.

[0033] According to one embodiment, the tiered stand has a receiving surface that is particularly flat and formed by a grid structure.

[0034] This embodiment allows the tiered stand to be used as a kind of "basic tiered stand" that can be used for a variety of different items, such as cups and / or cutlery. Of course, further positioning and securing elements, such as cams, pins, coatings, and the like, can be provided on the particularly flat surface of the tiered stand.

[0035] According to one embodiment, the tiered stand has at least one receiving structure with a receiving opening on the inside, wherein the receiving opening has a constriction on the inside with a width of 3 mm to 10 mm, preferably 4 mm to 8 mm, in particular about 5.5 mm.

[0036] This design allows for the secure placement and positioning of a long-stemmed glass, such as a wine glass, a champagne glass, or a stemmed glass of any kind. It also completely prevents the long-stemmed glass from accidentally falling out.

[0037] The term "inside" refers to the side of the tiered stand that faces the receiving area of ​​the dishwashing tray and faces away from the adjacent side wall of the dishwashing tray.

[0038] According to one embodiment, the receiving structure, in particular the receiving opening, is lined at least partially with a soft, especially elastic, material. The material can be, for example, a rubber material, a TPE material, a silicone material, or a mixture thereof, and can be positively and / or materially bonded to the tiered stand.

[0039] This design allows for gentle and continuous holding of the stem of the long-stemmed glass.

[0040] According to another aspect of the invention, a dishwasher, in particular a household dishwasher, with at least one dishwashing basket according to the invention is proposed.

[0041] This results in the aforementioned advantages according to the invention.

[0042] Other possible implementations of the invention also include combinations of features or embodiments described previously or subsequently with regard to the exemplary embodiments, even if not explicitly mentioned. In such cases, the person skilled in the art will also add individual aspects as improvements or additions to the respective basic form of the invention.

[0043] Further advantageous embodiments and aspects of the invention are the subject of the dependent claims and the exemplary embodiments of the invention described below. The invention will be explained in more detail below with reference to preferred embodiments and the accompanying figures.

[0044] They show Fig. 1 a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a known dishwasher, in particular a known household dishwasher; Fig. 2 a schematic perspective view of a preferred embodiment of a dishwashing container according to the invention; Fig. 2A a schematic perspective detail view of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing container according to the invention Fig. 2; Fig. 3A a schematic representation of a cross-section of the support element with a tiered tray in the rest position of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing tray according to the invention. Fig. 2; Fig. 3B a schematic representation of the cross-section of the support element with the tiered tray in the working position of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing tray according to the invention. Fig. 3A; Fig. 4 A schematic view of the tiered tray of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing tray according to the invention. Fig. 2 to 3B; Fig. 5 a schematic perspective front view of the support element with a tiered tray of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing tray according to the invention Fig. 2; Fig. 6 A schematic side view of the support element with a disassembled tiered tray of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing tray according to the invention. Fig. 5; Fig. 7A a perspective and schematic view of a preferred embodiment of the dishwashing tray according to the invention Fig. 2 with load; and Fig. 7B a perspective and schematic detail view of the support element and the three tiers of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing container according to the invention Fig. 7A.

[0045] In the figures, identical or functionally equivalent elements have been given the same reference symbols, unless otherwise indicated.

[0046] The Fig. Figure 1 shows a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a known water-bearing household appliance 1. The water-bearing household appliance is, in this case, a known dishwasher 1, in particular a known household dishwasher.

[0047] The dishwasher 1 typically has a wash chamber 2 designed as a work area for receiving the items to be cleaned, which can be sealed, in particular watertight, by a chamber door 3. A sealing device may be provided between the chamber door 3 and the wash chamber 2 for this purpose. The wash chamber 2 is preferably cuboid in shape. The wash chamber 2 may be arranged in a housing of the dishwasher 1. The wash chamber 2 and the chamber door 3 may form a wash chamber 4 for washing the items.

[0048] Container door 3 is in the Fig. 1 is shown in its open position. The container door 3 can be opened or closed by pivoting it about a pivot axis 5 provided at one lower end of the container door 3. A front loading opening 6 of the washing container 2 can be opened or closed using the container door 3.

[0049] The washing container 2, for example, is cuboid in shape and comprises a container base 7, a container ceiling 8 arranged opposite the container base 7, a container rear wall 9 arranged opposite the closed door 3, and two container side walls 10, 11 arranged opposite each other. The container base 7, the container ceiling 8, the container rear wall 9, and the container side walls 10, 11 can, for example, be made of a stainless steel sheet.

[0050] The dishwasher 1 further comprises at least one load holder 12, 13, and 14. The load holder 12, 13, and 14 is preferably a loading level of the dishwasher 1. In particular, several load holders 12, 13, and 14 can be provided, wherein a load holder 12 can be a lower dish rack, a load holder 13 an upper dish rack, and a load holder 14 a cutlery drawer of the dishwasher 1. The several load holders 12, 13, and 14 are preferably arranged one above the other in the wash chamber 2. Each load holder 12, 13, and 14 can be selectively moved into the wash chamber 2, particularly linearly, in an insertion direction E (arrow) or out of it, particularly linearly, in an extension direction A (arrow).

[0051] The Fig. Figure 2 shows a schematic perspective view of a preferred embodiment of a dishwashing tray 15 according to the invention for a dishwasher 1 (see Figure 2). Fig. 1), in particular a household dishwasher. The schematically depicted dish holder 15 is an example of a lower dish holder 12 (see Fig. 1) trained. However, it can also be used as an upper dishwashing dish holder 13 (see) in a manner that is obvious to a professional. Fig. 1) or as a cutlery drawer 14 (see Fig. 1) be trained.

[0052] The dishwashing tray 15 for a dishwasher 1 (see Fig. 1), in particular a household dishwasher, comprises at least one tier 16 movably arranged in the dishwashing basket 15, which is movable between a rest position PR and a working position PA and which is attached, in particular detachably, to a side wall 18, or in the present preferred embodiment to a rear side wall or a back wall, of the dishwashing basket 15 by means of a support element 17. In the present preferred embodiment, three identical, or alternatively different, tiers 16 are attached, in particular detachably, to the support element 17. The middle tier 16 is in the rest position PR, whereas the other two tiers are in their respective working positions PA. In principle, the at least one tier 16 and the at least one support element 17 can be attached, in particular detachably, to each side wall of the dishwashing basket 15.Multiple support elements 17, including their associated tiered trays 16, can also be attached to different side walls of the dishwashing container 15, in a particularly removable manner.

[0053] The tiered stand 16 has a first bearing pin 19.1 on each of two opposite sides S1, S2, which is guided in a first cam guide 20.1 arranged on the support element 17 in such a way that it can be moved between a rest position PR and a working position PA and vice versa (see Fig. 3A and Fig. 3B). Furthermore, the tiered stand 15 has a second bearing pin 19.2 on each of the two opposite sides S1, S2, which is guided in a second cam guide 20.2 arranged on the support element 17 in such a way that it can be moved between a rest position PR and a working position PA and vice versa (see Fig. 3A and Fig. 3B).

[0054] Furthermore, each tiered stand 15 preferably has at least one receiving opening 34 in which a merely indicated stem 38 (dashed double arrow), for example of a wine glass 37, can be held (see also Fig. 7A).

[0055] The one in Fig. The dishwashing tray shown in Figure 2 is particularly suitable for use in a dishwasher (see Figure 1). Fig. 1), in particular household dishwashers.

[0056] The Fig. 2A shows a schematic perspective detail view of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing container 15 according to the invention. Fig. 2.

[0057] It can be seen that the three tiered trays 16 are attached to the rear side wall 18 or to the rear wall 18 of the dishwashing container 15 by means of the common support element 17, in particular in a removable manner.

[0058] The middle tier 16 is in the rest position PR, whereas the other two tiers 16 are in their respective working positions PA. Furthermore, each tier 16 preferably has at least one receiving opening 34 in which a stem 38 (dashed double arrow), for example of a wine glass 37, can be held (see also Fig. 7A).

[0059] The rear side wall 18, or the rear wall 18 of the dishwashing container 15, has a grid structure 28 with at least one horizontal wire 29.1, 29.2 and at least one vertical wire 30.1, 30.2. The support element 17 is attached to at least one wire 29.1, 29.2, 30.1, 30.2 by means of at least one fastening structure 31, such as a hook 32, a clamp, a clip or the like, in particular detachably (see Fig. 3A and Fig. 3B). In the present embodiment, the support element 17 is attached, in particular detachably, to two adjacent horizontal wires 29.1, 29.2 and two adjacent vertical wires 30.1, 30.2.

[0060] The Fig. Figure 3A shows a schematic representation of a cross-section of the support element 17 with a tiered tray 16 in rest position PR of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing container 15 according to the invention. Fig. 2. The viewing direction BR (arrow) is towards side S2 of the dishwashing container 15. Both the tiered stand 16 and the support element 17 are designed on side S1 (dashed line) of the dishwashing container 15 as a mirror image of the present viewing direction BR (arrow).

[0061] The tiered stand 16, which has one receiving surface 27 (see also Fig. 4) is in its rest position PR, in which the receiving surface 27 of the tiered tray 16 is vertically or nearly vertically oriented. In this rest position PR of the tiered tray 16, the receiving surface 27 is folded against the rear side wall 18 or the rear wall 18 of the dishware holder 15, thus releasing a loading volume BL in the dishware holder 15.

[0062] The first guide 20.1 is aligned at an angle W2 of 0° to 15°, preferably 0° to 10°, and particularly 0° to 5°, to the horizontal H (double arrow), and the two guides 20.1 and 20.2 form an angle W1 of 75° ± 10°, preferably 75° ± 5°, and particularly approximately 75°. Thus, it can be stated that the first guide 20.1 runs horizontally or slightly inclined upwards, and that the second guide 20.2 runs downwards. Furthermore, the two guides 20.1 and 20.2 are arranged at least partially in close proximity to the support element 17. The area of ​​this at least partial close proximity is indicated by an arrow P.

[0063] The first cam guide 20.1, which guides the first bearing pin 19.1 of the tiered tray 16 on one side, comprises an approximately straight and channel-shaped section B1 or a straight and channel-shaped section B1. Furthermore, the first cam guide 20.1 has a lower guide track 21, which is provided with a projection 22 (see also Fig. 3B) is provided to position the tiered stand 16 in its rest position PR by means of the first bearing pin 20.1.

[0064] The second cam guide 20.2, which guides the second bearing pin 19.2 of the tiered stand 16 on one side, comprises a section B2 contoured with at least one curved section 23. Furthermore, the second cam guide 20.2 has a division 24 and an inner guide track 25, which is provided with a projection 26 to position the tiered stand 16 in its working position PA by means of the engagement of the second bearing pin 19.2 (see also Fig. 3B).

[0065] The Fig. Figure 3B shows a schematic representation of the cross-section of the support element 17 with the tiered tray 16 in working position PA of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing container 15 according to the invention. Fig. 3A. The viewing direction BR (arrow) is towards side S2 of the dishwashing tray 15.

[0066] The tiered stand 16, which has one receiving surface 27 (see also Fig. 4) is in its working position PA, in which the receiving surface 27 of the tiered stand 16 is oriented horizontally or obliquely at an angle W3 of 0° to 30°, preferably 5° to 28°, and particularly 8° to 25° to the horizontal H (double arrow). In this working position PA of the tiered stand 16, items to be washed, such as cups and / or cutlery, can be placed or laid on the receiving surface 27. In this case, the tiered stand 16 projects into the loading volume BL of the item receiving area 15.

[0067] The second cam guide 20.2, which guides the second bearing pin 19.2 of the tiered stand 16 on one side, comprises a section B2 contoured with at least one curved area 23. Furthermore, the second cam guide 20.2 has a division 24 and an inner guide track 25, which is provided with a projection 26 to position the tiered stand 16 in its working position PA by means of the engagement of the second bearing pin 19.2.

[0068] The Fig. Figure 4 shows a schematic view of the tiered stand 16 of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing tray 15 according to the invention. Fig. 2 to 3B.

[0069] The tiered tray 15 has a receiving surface 27, which is particularly flat and formed by a grid structure 28. Furthermore, the tiered tray 15 has, on its inner side, i.e., facing the loading volume BL of the dish-washing compartment 15, at least one receiving structure 33 with a receiving opening 34, wherein the receiving opening 34 has an inner constriction 35 with a width B of 3 mm to 10 mm, preferably 4 mm to 8 mm, and in particular approximately 5.5 mm. The receiving structure 33, in particular the receiving opening 34, is lined at least partially with a soft, in particular elastic, material 36. The soft, in particular elastic, material 36 can, for example, be a rubber material, a TPE material, a silicone material, or a mixture thereof, and can be positively and / or materially bonded to the tiered tray 15.The receiving structure 33 allows the receiving and secure positioning of a long-stemmed glass, such as a wine glass 37, a champagne glass or a stemmed glass of a general type (see . Fig. 7A).

[0070] The Fig. Figure 5 shows a schematic perspective front view of the support element 17 with a tiered stand 16 of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing container 15 according to the invention. Fig. 2. For better understanding, two tiered serving trays, the middle one and the right one, are not shown.

[0071] In this view, the fastening structures 31, in the present preferred embodiment four hooks 32, are clearly visible. By means of these four hooks 32, the support element 17 can be quickly and reliably attached to the rear side wall 18 or the back wall 18 (see Fig. 3A) the dishwashing tray 15 must be attached in a way that is particularly removable.

[0072] The Fig. Figure 6 shows a schematic side view of the support element 17 with a disassembled tiered tray 16 of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing container 15 according to the invention. Fig. 5.

[0073] The fastening structures 31, in the present preferred embodiment four hooks 32, are also clearly visible in this view. By means of these four hooks 32, the support element 17 can be quickly and reliably attached to the rear side wall 18 or the back wall 18 (see figure). Fig. 3A) The dishwashing container 15 must be attached in a removable manner. It can be mounted by means of a simple linear movement from the front and without tools.

[0074] The Fig. Figure 7A shows a perspective and schematic view of a preferred embodiment of the dishwashing container 15 according to the invention. Fig. 2 with load.

[0075] It can be seen that the three tiered trays 16 are attached in the manner described above to the rear side wall 18 or to the rear wall 18 of the dishwashing container 15 by means of the common support element 17, in particular in a removable manner.

[0076] The middle tier 16 is in the rest position PR, whereas the other two tiers 16 are in their respective working positions PA. Furthermore, each tier 16 preferably has at least one receiving opening 34. The two tiers 16 in their respective working positions PA each hold a wine glass 37 by means of a stem 38. And the middle tier, which is in the rest position PR, allows a plate 39 to be stored in the released loading volume BL of the dishwashing tray 15.

[0077] The Fig. Figure 7B shows a perspective and schematic detail view of the support element 17 and the three tiers 16 of the preferred embodiment of the dishwashing container 15 according to the invention. Fig. 7A.

[0078] This view clearly shows the multi-part structure of the "support element and tiered tray" assembly, which allows for a high degree of loading flexibility with tableware such as cups or small plates, cutlery, and glassware such as wine glasses, champagne flutes, stemware of general type, or drinking glasses. The assembly can also be adapted to a wide variety of loading situations by removing components.

[0079] Although the present invention has been described using exemplary embodiments, it can be modified in many ways. Reference symbols used 1 household appliance; dishwasher; household dishwasher 2 washing containers 3 Container door 4. Dishwashing area 5 swivel axes 6 Feed opening 7 Container bottom 8 Container ceiling 9 Container back wall 10 Container side wall 11 Container side wall 12 Dishwashing basket; lower dish rack (lower basket) 13 Dishwashing basket; upper dish rack (upper basket) 14 Dishwashing trays; cutlery drawer 15 Dishwashing tray 16 tiered serving trays 17 Supporting element 18 Side wall; rear side wall; back wall 19.1 First bearing pin 19.2 Second bearing journal 20.1 First backstage tour 20.2 Second Backstage Tour 21 Lower guideway 22 lead (first behind-the-scenes tour) 23 Curve area 24 Division 25 Inner guide rail 26 lead (second stage lead) 27 Recording area 28 Lattice structure 29.1 Horizontal wire 29.2 Horizontal wire 30.1 Vertical wire 30.2 Vertical wire 31 Mounting structure 32 hooks 33 Recording structure 34 Intake opening 35 Narrow point 36 Material 37 wine glasses 38 Stem (dashed double arrow) 39 plates A Extraction direction (arrow) B Width B1 area (first guided tour) B2 area (second stage tour) BL loading volume BR Viewing direction (arrow) H Horizontal (double arrow) P arrow PA work position PR resting position S1 page S2 page W1 Angle (Scenic Guides) W2 Angle (first stage view) W3 angle (receiving surface) QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] DE 10 2004 022 024 A1

[0004] WO 2013 / 045543 A1

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Claims

Dishwashing tray (15) for a dishwasher (1), in particular a household dishwasher, with at least one shelf (16) movably arranged in the dishwashing tray (15), which is movable between a rest position (PR) and a working position (PA) and which is attached, in particular detachably, to a side wall (18) of the dishwashing tray (15) by means of a support element (17), wherein the shelf (16) has a first bearing pin (19.1) on each of two opposite sides (S1, S2), which is guided in a first cam guide (20.1) arranged on the support element (17) such that it is movable between a rest position (PR) and a working position (PA) and vice versa, and wherein the shelf (16) has a second bearing pin (19.2) on each of the two opposite sides (S1, S2), which is guided in a second cam guide (20.1) arranged on the support element (17).2) is guided in such a way that it can be moved between a resting position (PR) and a working position (PA) and vice versa. Dishwashing tray (15) according to claim 1, characterized in that the first cam guide (20.1) is aligned at an angle (W2) of 0° to 15°, preferably of 0° to 10°, in particular of 0° to 5°, to the horizontal (H) and that the two cam guides (20.1, 20.2) enclose an angle (W1) of 75°+ / - 10°, preferably of 75°+ / - 5°, in particular of about 75°. Dishwashing tray (15) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the two cam guides (20.1, 20.2) are arranged at least partially directly adjacent to the support element (17). Dishwashing container (15) according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that the first cam guide (20.1) comprises an approximately straight and channel-shaped area (B1) or a straight and channel-shaped area (B1). Dishwashing tray (15) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first cam guide (20.1) has a lower guide track (21) which is provided with a projection (22) to position the tier (16) in its rest position (PR) by means of the first bearing pin (19.1). Dishwashing container (15) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the second cam guide (20.2) comprises a region (B2) contoured with at least one curved region (23). Dishwashing tray (15) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the second cam guide (20.2) has a two-part section (24) and an inner guide track (25) which is provided with a projection (26) to position the tier (16) in its working position (PA) by means of the second bearing pin (19.2). Dishwashing container (15) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the side wall (18) of the dishwashing container (15) has a grid structure (28) with at least one horizontal wire (29.1, 29.2) and at least one vertical wire (30.1, 30.2) and that the support element (17) is attached to at least one wire (29.1, 29.2, 30.1, 30.2) by means of at least one fastening structure (31), such as a hook (32), a clamp, a clip or similar, in particular detachably. Dishwashing tray (15) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that several, in particular two or three, and possibly differently designed tiered trays (16) with several cam guides (20.1, 20.2) are guided on the support element (17). Dishwashing tray (15) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the tiered tray (16) has a receiving surface (27) which is in particular flat and formed by a grid structure (28). Dishwashing tray (15) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the tiered tray (16) has on its inside at least one receiving structure (33) with a receiving opening (34), wherein the receiving opening (34) has on its inside a constriction (35) with a width (B) of 3 mm to 10 mm, preferably of 4 mm to 8 mm, in particular of about 5.5 mm. Dishwashing container (15) according to claim 11, characterized in that the receiving structure (33), in particular the receiving opening (34), is lined at least partially with a soft, in particular elastic, material (36). Dishwashing tray (15) according to claim 12, characterized in that the soft, in particular elastic, material (36) is connected to the tiered tray (16) in a form-fitting and / or material-locking manner. Dishwasher (1), in particular household dishwasher, with at least one dishwashing basket (15) according to one of the preceding claims.

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