A DISHWASHER CONTROL METHOD

TR202414508A3Pending Publication Date: 2026-06-22ARCELIK AS
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Patent Type
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ARCELIK AS
Filing Date
2024-10-24
Publication Date
2026-06-22

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Abstract

The dishwasher control method described in the invention is suitable for a dishwasher that includes a washing drum, at least one basket inside the washing drum on which dishes are placed, a lid that seals the washing drum, at least one impeller that transfers water to the basket, at least one pump that transfers water to the impeller, and at least one dirt sensor that detects the contamination of the water in the washing drum. The control method includes a pre-wash step (101), a drain step (102) at the end of the pre-wash step which drains the water from the washing drum, and the average of the information received from the dirt sensor during the drain step (103), comparison with a value determined by the manufacturer (104), and if it is below the value determined by the manufacturer, it is decided that the amount of grease in the washing drum is excessive (105).
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Description

1 TARIFF A DISHWASHER CONTROL METHOD This invention is a dishwasher that improves washing efficiency by detecting the amount of grease. It relates to the machine control method. 5 In dishwashers, hot water and detergent are used to clean the dishes placed in the basket. The cleaning process is carried out by applying detergent and hot water to the surface. The mixture is used to remove dirt from the dishes. This depends on the degree of dirtiness of the dishes. Different washing programs are preferred by the user. Dirt 10 The amount of hot water used depends on the degree, the water temperature, and Washing time varies. This allows the dishes to come out of the dishwasher faster. The goal is for it to come out completely clean. Washing process parameters, It depends on the degree of dirtiness of the dishes. Dishes with a low degree of dirtiness... For this reason, shorter programs using lower temperature water are preferred. 15 This is done in a way that saves both water and energy. However, pollution... The degree of dirt cannot always be determined accurately by the user. When washing is done at a temperature that is not appropriate, the cleaning process is not complete. This is not happening, and water and energy consumption is increasing. Also, the dishwasher... when the amount of grease on the loaded dishes is high and an effective washing process is not possible If this is not done, the oils that mix with the washing water accumulate on the filter and This causes the filter to become clogged over time. In the current state of technology, it is possible to determine the washing program according to the degree of soiling. Dishwashers are available. However, there are 25 programs suitable for every level of dirt. The cleaning process is hampered by the inability to select and the incorrect identification of the contaminants. This is not happening. The user is not satisfied with the cleaning process. In these cases, an additional wash is required. European Patent No. EP4018901, which is included in the prior art, 30 In the application, the washing parameters are customized according to the dirt information, depending on the user's request. The description explains a dishwasher that is set to a specific configuration. 2 Another document included in the prior art is EP2308363. In the European Patent Application, the pre-wash step is compared with the main wash step. A dishwasher with specified parameters is described. The purpose of this invention is to determine the washing efficiency by detecting the amount of grease in dishes. It is the realization of an improved dishwasher. The initial requirement and the steps taken to achieve the purpose of this invention, and dependent on that requirement... The dishwasher control method described in the requirements includes a washing drum, washing 10 at least one basket inside the pot, on which the dishes are placed, for washing a lid that seals the tank tightly, at least one that transfers water to the basket propeller, at least one pump that directs water to the propeller, washing a dishwasher that has at least one dirt sensor that detects the contamination of the water in its tank Suitable for the machine, the control method involves a pre-wash step, pre-wash 15 at the end of the step, a mechanism that allows the water inside the washing tank to be drained. the discharge step and the information received from the dirt sensor throughout the discharge step taking the average and comparing it to a value determined by the producer. and the oil in the washing tank is below the value specified by the manufacturer It includes the steps to determine if the quantity is excessive. 20 Thanks to this invention, the dirt on the dishes in the washing drum can be removed by pre-washing. the step involves mixing it with the washing water in the washing tank and the washing water This allows us to determine the amount of oil in the mixture. Thus, the washing process... By detecting the amount of oil present in the dirt mixed into the water, the 25 in the main washing step A more efficient washing process can be achieved by changing the washing parameters. This is provided. Grease from dishes placed in the machine. By sensing the amount of water used, the user can ensure better washing results. It increases satisfaction. 3 In one application of the invention, the control method involves a dishwasher containing a drain pump. It is suitable for the machine and the operation of the discharge pump throughout the discharge step. It includes the step. In another application of the invention, the control method is at the end of the pre-washing step 5 Measuring the contamination level of the washing water via a dirt sensor during the discharge step. and includes the step of averaging the measured data. Pre-washing At this stage, the wash water is at its dirtiest. Therefore, the amount of oil needs to be drained. This is determined most accurately at each step. Another application of the invention is the control method, where the average of the measured data is used. When the amount of oil is found to fall below the value determined by the manufacturer This involves the step of deciding whether there is too much. In another application of the invention, the control method detects when the amount of oil is excessive. When the decision is made, the washing parameters in the main washing step will depend on the amount of oil. according to parameters corresponding to values ​​previously determined by the manufacturer. It includes the step of changing the wash cycle. Thus, the wash cycle in the main washing step... parameters detected in the drain step at the end of the pre-wash step The settings are updated according to the amount of grease. This way, dishes are rated 20% according to the amount of grease they contain. It is washed more effectively than that. In the application of the invention, when the pre-washing step is finished and the discharge step begins, the discharge The motor is started and the dirt sensor detects the washing water during the drain step. It measures the level of contamination. By starting the drain motor, the front 25 in the dishwasher... draining the washing water from the washing tank after the washing step This is ensured. At the beginning of the discharge step, the washing water is in its dirtiest state. Because of this, the dirt sensor detects high values. This is due to the difference in oil density. Therefore, the oil in the washing water is the last thing to be drained from the washing tank. It is being done. 30 remaining on top of the dirt sensor at the end of the evacuation step. Data measured via the dirt sensor due to excess oil is recorded by the manufacturer. It remains below the predetermined value. In this case, the washing water... 4 It is determined that the amount of oil is excessive, and the washing in the main washing step is stopped. parameters, values ​​predetermined by the manufacturer according to the amount of oil. It is updated by changing the corresponding parameters. In another application of the invention, the control method involves at least two successive discharge steps. 5 When the result indicates that the oil level is excessive, the filter automatically shuts off. This includes the cleaning step. Thus, the filter surface is coated with oil, By preventing clogging, the circulation pump is prevented from being overloaded due to a dirty filter. This prevents energy waste and extends the life of the pump. is provided. 10 Another application of the invention involves a control method with at least two successive discharge steps. When it is determined that the amount of oil is excessive, the user is instructed to change the filter. This includes the step of giving a warning that it needs to be cleaned. With this invention, the amount of oil in the washing tank can be determined, and the main indicator can be adjusted according to the amount of oil. The washing step parameters are updated. A dishwasher control system was developed to achieve the purpose of this invention. The method is shown in the attached figures, of which; 20 Figure 1 – Flow diagram of a dishwasher control system. The dishwasher control method involves a washing drum, located inside the washing drum. area, at least one basket on which the dishes are placed, washing drum sealed 25 a lid that closes in some way, at least one propeller that directs water into the basket, the water flowing towards the propeller At least one pump that facilitates the transfer of contaminants from the water in the washing tank Suitable for dishwashers that have at least one dirt sensor that detects and controls dirt. The method involves a pre-wash step (101) and a washing drum at the end of the pre-wash step. a drain step (102) which allows the water inside to be drained and drain step 30 average of the information received from the dirt sensor throughout (103), manufacturer comparison with a value determined by (104) and by the producer If it is below the specified value, it indicates that there is too much oil in the washing tank. It includes the decision-making steps (105). Thanks to this invention, the dirt on the dishes in the washing drum can be removed by pre-washing. The process involves mixing the water in the washing tank and the washing water mixing with the water in step 5. This allows us to determine the amount of oil in the mixture. Thus, the washing process... By detecting the amount of oil present in the dirt mixed with the water, the main washing step is affected. A more efficient washing process can be achieved by changing the washing parameters. This is provided. Grease from dishes placed in the machine. By sensing the amount, better washing can be ensured (User 10) It increases satisfaction. In one application of the invention, the control method involves a dishwasher containing a drain pump. It is suitable for the machine and the operation of the discharge pump throughout the discharge step. It includes step 15. In another application of the invention, the control method is the pre-washing step (101) During the final discharge step (102), the washing water is monitored via the dirt sensor. the step of measuring the pollution and taking the average of the measured data (103) It includes. In the pre-wash step, the wash water is at its dirtiest. This 20 Therefore, the amount of oil is most accurately determined during the draining step. Another application of the invention is the control method, where the average of the measured data is used. (104) oil when it is found that it falls below the value determined by the producer This includes the step of deciding that the amount is excessive (105). 25 In another application of the invention, the control method detects when the amount of oil is excessive. When the decision is made, the washing parameters in the main washing step will depend on the amount of oil. according to parameters corresponding to values ​​previously determined by the manufacturer. It includes the step of changing the wash cycle. Thus, the wash cycle in the main wash step is 30. parameters detected in the drain step at the end of the pre-wash step 6 The settings are updated according to the amount of grease the dishes contain. It is washed more effectively than that. In the application of the invention, when the pre-washing step is finished and the discharge step begins, the discharge The motor is started and the dirt sensor detects that 5 of the washing water is draining through the drain step. It measures the level of contamination. By activating the drain motor, the front of the dishwasher is cleaned. draining the washing water from the washing tank after the washing step This is ensured. At the beginning of the discharge step, the washing water is in its dirtiest state. Because of this, the dirt sensor detects high values. This is due to the difference in oil density. Therefore, the oil content in the washing water is drained last from the washing tank. 10 It is being done. At the end of the evacuation step, dirt remains on top of the dirt sensor. Data measured via the dirt sensor due to excess oil is recorded by the manufacturer. It remains below the predetermined value. In this case, the washing water... It is determined that the amount of oil is excessive, and the washing in the main washing step is stopped. The parameters are 15, predetermined by the manufacturer according to the amount of oil. It is updated by changing the corresponding parameters. In another application of the invention, the control method involves at least two successive discharge steps. When the result indicates that the oil level is excessive, the filter automatically shuts off. This includes the cleaning step. Thus, the filter surface is coated with oil, 20 By preventing clogging, the circulation pump is prevented from being overloaded due to a dirty filter. This prevents energy waste and extends the life of the pump. is provided. Another application of the invention involves a control method with at least two successive discharge steps. 25 When it is determined that the amount of oil is excessive, the user is instructed to change the filter. This includes the step of giving a warning that it needs to be cleaned. With this invention, the amount of oil in the washing tank can be determined, and the main indicator can be adjusted according to the amount of oil. The washing step parameters are being updated. 30

Claims

7 REQUESTS 1. A washing drum, a container in which dishes are placed. at least one basket in which it is placed, sealing the washing drum tightly. a lid, at least one propeller that directs water into the basket, the water flowing towards the propeller at least one pump that enables the transfer of water in the washing tank For a dishwasher that has at least one dirt sensor that detects dirt, a prewash step (101) and at the end of the prewash step washing drum a drain step (102) that allows the water inside to be drained and drain 10 averaging the information received from the dirt sensor throughout the step (103), comparison with a value determined by the manufacturer (104) and oil in the washing tank if it is below the value specified by the manufacturer The steps of deciding that the amount is excessive are characterized by (105) a control method used. 15 2. For a dishwasher that includes a drain pump, along the drain step... as in Claim 1, characterized by the operation step of the drain pump. a control method.

3. Dirt sensor during drain step (102) at the end of pre-wash step (101) through which the contamination of the washing water is measured and the measured data as in Claim 1, characterized by the step of averaging (103). a control method.

4. The average of the measured data is below the value determined by the manufacturer. When it was determined that the amount of oil was excessive (104), it was decided that the amount of oil was excessive. a control as in Claim 1 characterized by the issuance step (105) method.

5. When it is determined that the amount of oil is excessive, during the main washing step... The washing parameters are predetermined by the manufacturer according to the amount of oil. by replacing the parameters with the corresponding values. 8 a control as in any of the above characterized claims method.

6. The finding that the amount of oil is excessive after at least two consecutive draining steps. 5, characterized by the automatic filter cleaning step when given. A control method like any of the above requests.

7. The finding that the amount of oil is excessive after at least two consecutive draining steps. When this is given, the user is warned that the filter needs to be cleaned. Any of the above requests, characterized by the step of providing the information. A control method like the one in one.