Patents Examined by Nicole Blain
  • Dishwasher with separate sump for concentrated fluid supply
    Patent number: 8337631
    Abstract: A dishwasher includes a main sump that holds the main wash fluid supply, and a separate sump formed in the bottom wall of the tub away from the main sump. The separate sump holds a concentrated wash fluid supply. The separate sump supplies wash fluid for washing periods in which a highly concentrated chemistry mixture is desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2012
    Assignee: Whirlpool Corporation
    Inventors: Boma M. Brown-West, Kristopher L. Delgado, Janice M. Kaeding, Jamie M. McQueen, Sathish A. Sundaram, Tremitchel Wright