Abstract: A washing items support assembly for a dishwasher supports items of cutlery for washing that have been laid in a first cutlery container arranged in a first container region and supports other washing items in a second container region in which at least one washing items holder is arranged in which, optionally, pieces of cutlery or other crockery pieces may be laid as washing items, whereby the washing items holder has a support surface for the washing items which is or may be inclined relative to the horizontal.

Abstract: A dish washer capable of washing dishes of various sizes is provided. The dishwasher includes a rack assembly having a plurality of dish holders into which dishes may be inserted and by which the dishes supported are separated from each other on the rack assembly. The plurality of dish holders includes first and second dish holders having different heights disposed adjacent to one another.

Abstract: A dishwasher is provided in which heights of basket(s) of a rack assembly may be easily changed. The dishwasher may include a frame configured to be inserted into and withdraw from a washing tub and plurality of basket positioning device configured to receive and support basket(s) at different heights.

Abstract: A rack support system for a lower rack in a dishwasher is provided for a dishwasher having a wash chamber within a tub. The rack support system includes a frame configured to support the lower rack. A linkage system couples the frame to a side wall of the tub such that the lower rack is movable between a retracted position within the wash chamber and an extended position wherein the lower rack extends from the wash chamber. The lower rack is movable within a range between a lowered position and an elevated position with the lower rack extended from the wash chamber.

Abstract: A dish insert for a dishwasher includes a plurality of first tines disposed one behind the other on a first holding strut. Also included is a plurality of second tines disposed one behind the other on a rotatably mounted second holding strut so that the second tines are pivotable relative to the first tines and the first and second tines are alignable alternately one behind the other in a row and configured to receive dishes therebetween.

Abstract: A semiconductor manufacturing system and wafer holder for a semiconductor manufacturing system which prevents a semiconductor wafer from being exposed to a process reaction and which includes a reaction tube for providing a sealed process space and a dual boat and which prevents the backside deposition by the wafer holder. The wafer holder includes a holder body to hide the backside of the semiconductor wafer during a process in the reaction tube and a wafer lifter having a portion that can be disengaged from and coupled to the holder body so that a lower portion of the semiconductor wafer is supported by the dual boat and so that the semiconductor wafer can be lifted up from the wafer body when the semiconductor wafer is loaded and unloaded. A separation boundary between the holder body and the wafer lifter includes a gas inflow interception surface to hinder reaction gas from flowing through the separation boundary.

Abstract: An adjustable rack assembly configured to couple to a sidewall of a dishwasher rack is provided. The sidewall having at least one horizontal wire member and at least one vertical wire member. The adjustable rack assembly includes a bracket on one side of the sidewall, the bracket supporting the at least one horizontal wire member in a first rack position and a support plate on another side of the sidewall, the support plate coupled to the bracket, the support plate having at least one arm with a catch member on a distal end thereof for receiving the at least one horizontal wire member in a second rack position.

Abstract: A dish rack includes a base rack of a wire framework and at least one rack side element that is releasably connected to the base rack and, as seen by a user who is loading the dish rack with items which are to be washed, is fitted laterally thereto. A cutlery-accommodating device is integrated in the rack side element to produce an integral dish rack the allows, on one hand, the straightforward construction of the base rack—preferably in the form of a U—and, on the other hand, the releasable fastening of the rack side element to an integrated cutlery-accommodating device.

Abstract: An improved dishwasher is provided with a lower rack, a middle rack, and an upper rack. Each rack has a spray arm associated therewith. A fourth spray arm may also be provided for enhanced cleaning of objects in the racks. The lower rack is a low profile tineless rack for holding flat and shallow objects. The middle and upper racks have bottom portions sloping in opposite directions so as to accommodate larger items, such as dinner plates, in each rack. The middle and upper racks are independently vertically adjustable with respect to one another.

Abstract: A container for a domestic appliance, comprising: guides for lateral movement of the container with respect to a domestic appliance; a device for one or more of vertically adjusting and inclining of the container, including supporting members associated with the container; supporting brackets connected to and extending upwards from the guides and supporting the container; and index stops on one of the supporting members an supporting brackets and index notches on one of the supporting members and supporting brackets, the index stops cooperating with the index notches to one or more of vertically adjust and incline the container.

Abstract: A motor drive with devices for translating the rotary movement of an output shaft (44) into a reciprocating linear movement, preferably for driving a reciprocating transporting device (4; 5, 6). The latter comprises catches (9; 9.1, 9.2), which engage in one direction and not in the other direction, in order to transport a receptacle (16) for items for washing. The transporting device comprises an articulated transporting frame (4), of which the transporting rails (5, 6) can be moved in opposite directions to one another.

Abstract: A dishwasher basket for storing at least one valve of toddler training cups in a dishwasher for cleaning. The dishwasher basket is assembled by a top shell and a bottom shell. The top shell and bottom shell are substantially symmetrical to each other. At one part of the peripheries, the top and bottom shells are hinged with each other. At the opposing part of the peripheries, a latching means is formed, such that the dishwasher basket can be open for loading or unloading the valves, and close to securely lodging the valves therein for cleaning in the dishwasher. The dishwasher basket is attached to a top rack of the dishwasher by a basket attachment right above the water jet source, such that cleaning effect is enhanced by the pressure generated by the water jet.

Abstract: A dishwasher basket for storing at least one valve of toddler training cups in a dishwasher for cleaning. The dishwasher basket is assembled by a top shell and a bottom shell. The dishwasher basket is attached to a top rack of the dishwasher by a basket attachment right above the water jet source, such that cleaning effect is enhanced by the pressure generated by the water jet. In another aspect, a soaking container is disclosed, suitable for soaking the dishwasher basket and its contents. The soaking container has a suction cup affixed to its bottom to thereby anchor the container to a counter top or similar surface. Also, the soaking container has a lid to prevent foreign material from falling into the soaking solution and to limit spillage of the soaking solution. The soaking container advantageously facilitates cleaning of the valves.

Abstract: A dish rack for accommodating dishes, particularly in a household dishwasher, includes a dish rack base having a rake-like retaining configuration with prongs. At least part of the rake-like retaining configuration is pivotable between different pivot positions. Some of the prongs have angled ends directed toward or adjacent the dish-rack base, the angled ends forming a set-down surface for dishes, in particular, hollow dishes such as glasses, vases, cups, and bowls, when the retaining configuration is pivoted.

Abstract: A dishwasher rack includes foldable tines adapted to be retained in one or more positions between an upright position and a lowered position. The lower ends of the tines in each set are fixed relative to one another, while the upper ends of the tines can be spaced progressively farther apart from one another as the tines are folded from the upright position to the lowered position. Therefore, a dinner plate or other tall object supported by the tines will be tilted progressively farther from a vertical plane as the tines are folded toward the lowered position.

Abstract: A dishwasher basket, having an upper compartment providing a common storage area for various types of accessories and a lower compartment particularly designed for storing baby bottle nipples. The lower compartment has two trays so structured that nipples rest therein with a specific angular orientation to achieve optimal cleaning effect. The dishwasher basket further has a spinning storage compartment insertable between the tray underneath the upper compartment. The spinning storage compartment has at least one rotor therein to rotate about the central axis thereof. The spinning storage compartment may be used to store small articles such as valves of toddler training cups. The angular orientation of the valves relative to the water jet is varied as the rotor rotates, such that the valves can be thoroughly cleaned.

Abstract: A pull-out dish rack with a basic rack containing a wire framework for a dishwasher. The basic rack has a U-shaped construction and is fitted with at least a front or rear rack wall connected releasably to the basic rack, as seen by a user who is loading the dish rack with items which are to be washed. Additional parts, which accommodate a variety of items to be washed, can be fitted to accommodating devices on the front and/or rear walls. The additional parts may be adjustable and may include retaining elements for tall items or plates to be washed, and a spray device for use in subjecting items to be washed to an action of a cleaning liquid.

Abstract: A clip is provided for mounting in a dishwasher rack to hold objects to be washed. The clip includes a base having opposite ends with an opening adjacent each end so that the clip can be mounted on at least a pair of rack tines. At least one resilient tab extends upwardly from the base and is adapted to retain a cup or other object in the rack. Mounting the clip on at least a pair of tines provides strength and stability for the clip.

Abstract: A dishwasher utility basket is provided for holding utensils to be washed in a horizontal orientation. The basket includes a lattice bottom, opposite side walls, and opposite end walls. Handles are formed in each of the side walls and end walls such that the basket can be picked up by the sides or the ends. Upstanding tines hold the utensils in spaced relation for thorough cleaning. Legs on the bottom of the basket prevent the basket from sliding within the dishwasher rack. The handles allow the basket to be easily placed into the rack and removed from the rack. The basket is also dimensioned so as to fit within a standard kitchen cabinet drawer.

Abstract: Dishwasher rack and extender for an automatic dishwasher has 12, 20, 30 or 42 compartments defined by a plurality of rows of adjacent hexagonal compartments with a half hexagonal compartment at the end of each row and two rows of pentagonal compartments with a half pentagonal compartment at one end. The rows of pentagonal compartments border opposite sides of the rows of hexagonal compartments and the end compartments alternate ends from row to row.

Abstract: Insert for a dish basket of an automatic dish washer Based on an insert having openings (9) for the penetration of dish washing liquid (10), limited by ridges (1, 2, 3, 4) in-plane crossing at crossing points (5, 6, 7, 8), ridges (1, 2, 3, 4) are embodied according to the invention at the crossing points (5, 6, 7, 8) in such a sloped manner, that they are provided with a rhomb shaped cross-section. Due to the rhomb shaped profile of the ridges (1, 2, 3, 4) embodied in a sloped manner a type of double pyramid (12) is formed, by which the dish washing liquid (10) can autonomously run off downwards over the sloped planes provided on all sides of the rhombus, particularly in the critical locations. Thus, the residue of the dish washing liquid (10) on horizontal planes and numerous contact points is avoided, particularly at the crossing points (5, 6, 7, 8.

Abstract: Based on an insert (1) having insert compartments (4, 5, 6) separated from one another by separating walls (7, 8), according to the invention at least two insert compartments (4, 5; 5, 6) are provided with compartment floors (4′, 5′; 5′, 6′), arranged in different heights, for loading different silverware pieces (2, 3) and/or small dishes. Overall, the insert (1) embodied according to the invention leads to essentially improved drying results compared to conventional solutions for the silverware pieces (2, 3) and/or small dishes loaded into the insert. The silverware pieces (2, 3) and/or the small dishes may, depending on their respective length/size/shape, be loaded into the insert compartment (4, 5, 6) having the corresponding compartment floor (4′, 5′, 6′), positioned in a suitable height, so that they stand on the compartment floor and are no longer required to be hung.

Abstract: A dual band dishwasher clip which is suitable for retaining and preventing undesired movement of articles such as lightweight, typically plastic articles, in a dishwasher rack during operation of an automatic dishwasher. The dual band dishwasher clip includes a pair of dishwasher clip fasteners for engaging the dishwasher rack. An elastic band engages the dishwasher clip fasteners, and each of the dishwasher clip fasteners includes a rack-engaging mechanism for receiving the dishwasher rack and a pair of spaced-apart spacers provided on the rack-engaging mechanism and engaging the elastic band. The spacers define a pair of engaging band segments of the elastic band which extend between the dishwasher clip fasteners and engage and secure the articles in the dishwasher rack.

Abstract: A cookware washer includes a wash chamber, and a lower rack positioned within said wash chamber. The lower rack includes a substantially unobstructed bottom surface.

Abstract: A dishwasher basket, having an upper compartment providing a common storage area for various types of accessories and a lower compartment particularly designed for storing baby bottle nipples. The lower compartment has two trays so structured that nipples rest therein with a specific angular orientation to achieve optimal cleaning effect. The dishwasher basket further has a spinning storage compartment insertable between the tray underneath the upper compartment. The spinning storage compartment has at least one rotor therein to rotate about the central axis thereof. The spinning storage compartment may be used to store small articles such as valves of toddler training cups. The angular orientation of the valves relative to the water jet is varied as the rotor rotates, such that the valves can be thoroughly cleaned.

Abstract: A glass and cup holding assembly for an automatic dishwasher includes a rack and a rack extender. The rack has side walls with an upper edge having spaced apart upwardly opening sockets. The rack extender has side walls with a lower edge defining connector pins each having a shaft, at least a portion of which tapers inwardly from the lower edge, and an enlarged head defining a catch surface. The pins engage the sockets such that the shaft is disposed within the socket and the head catch surface engages an underside of the upper edge of the side wall.

Abstract: A glass and cup holding assembly for an automatic dishwasher includes a rack and a rack extender. The rack has side walls with an upper edge having spaced apart upwardly opening sockets. The rack extender has side walls with a lower edge defining connector pins each having a shaft, at least a portion of which tapers inwardly from the lower edge, and an enlarged head defining a catch surface. The pins engage the sockets such that the shaft is disposed within the socket and the head catch surface engages an underside of the upper edge of the side wall.

Abstract: A dual band dishwasher clip which is suitable for retaining and preventing undesired movement of articles such as lightweight, typically plastic articles, in a dishwasher rack during operation of an automatic dishwasher. The dual band dishwasher clip includes a pair of dishwasher clip fasteners for engaging the dishwasher rack. An elastic band engages the dishwasher clip fasteners, and each of the dishwasher clip fasteners includes a rack-engaging mechanism for receiving the dishwasher rack and a pair of spaced-apart spacers provided on the rack-engaging mechanism and engaging the elastic band. The spacers define a pair of engaging band segments of the elastic band which extend between the dishwasher clip fasteners and engage and secure the articles in the dishwasher rack.

Abstract: A dishwasher rack which includes a basket supporting a plurality of fences rotatably about a common axis. The basket has a plurality of wires forming a bottom wall, a pair of side walls and a front and back wall. The bottom wall has a plurality of upwardly oriented tines connected to and extending from the bottom wall in a first area and further has an open area without upwardly oriented tines. A first fence is provided having an axle wire and a plurality of support wires. The axle wire is rotatably supported adjacent the bottom wall such that the first fence may be rotated between a front position and a back position. A second fence is provided having a connection wire and a plurality of support wires. The connection wire is rotatably connected to axle wire such that the second fence may rotate about the axle wire between a front position and a back position.

Abstract: A dishwasher rack includes foldable tines adapted to be retained in one or more positions between an upright position and a lowered position. The lower ends of the tines in each set are fixed relative to one another, while the upper ends of the tines can be spaced progressively farther apart from one another as the tines are folded from the upright position to the lowered position. Therefore, a dinner plate or other tall object supported by the tines will be tilted progressively farther from a vertical plane as the tines are folded toward the lowered position.

Abstract: A device for washing a reusable storage bag in a dishwasher formed by a frame assembly of one or more main bar(s) joined with one or more connecting bar(s). Intersecting crossbars act both to spread open the bag and hold it for washing, utilizing a snugness of fit between the crossbars and the bag and its sealing strips. The device has holes in the bottom of the main bar(s), which allow it to be placed and secured onto any of the vertically oriented branches of the dish trays common to conventional dishwashing machines. The device is designed to hold and spread the bag apart wide enough to allow the washing jets of a conventional dishwasher to reach even the corners of the bag, thereby cleaning it inside and out.

Abstract: A container for a domestic appliance, comprising: guides for lateral movement of the container with respect to a domestic appliance; a device for one or more of vertically adjusting and inclining of the container, including supporting members associated with the container; supporting brackets connected to and extending upwards from the guides and supporting the container; and index stops on one of the supporting members an supporting brackets and index notches on one of the supporting members and supporting brackets, the index stops cooperating with the index notches to one or more of vertically adjust and incline the container.

Abstract: The invention addresses the need for an automatic dishwasher that can accommodate various shapes and sizes of utensils. The invention relates to an automatic dishwasher comprising a cabinet that defines a washing chamber. The cabinet has an access opening, which is closeable by a door that is moveably mounted to the cabinet between an open position and a closed position. A first basket is moveably mounted within the washing chamber and capable of movement between a use position and a load position. An auxiliary basket assembly comprising an auxiliary basket and an auxiliary basket support for support the auxiliary basket above the first basket.

Abstract: A dish rack with a basic rack containing a wire framework is described. At least one rack wall is connected releasably to the basic rack and, as seen by a user who is loading the dish rack with items which are to be washed, is fitted on the basic rack as a front wall or as a rear wall. This gives a dish-rack structure which allows, on the one hand, the straightforward construction of the basic rack—preferably in the form of a U—and, on the other hand, the releasable fastening of rack walls—a wide variety of different configurations and embodiments on the front and rear sides.

Abstract: A dishwasher rack including a grille having longitudinal rods; and a number of wheels connected to the grille by respective supporting rods, each having a fastening portion and a bent end bent substantially at a right-angle so as to be located a minimum distance from a respective longitudinal rod. Each wheel includes a hub fitted to a respective bent end; and a spacing member projecting axially from and connected integrally to the respective hub to form a single component, and which is arrested against a respective longitudinal rod. Each spacing member extends to such an extent that an axial dimension of each wheel is greater than the aforementioned minimum distance.

Abstract: A dish rack includes a base rack of a wire framework and at least one rack side element that is releasably connected to the base rack and, as seen by a user who is loading the dish rack with items which are to be washed, is fitted laterally thereto. A cutlery-accommodating device is integrated in the rack side element to produce an integral dish rack the allows, on one hand, the straightforward construction of the base rack—preferably in the form of a U—and, on the other hand, the releasable fastening of the rack side element to an integrated cutlery-accommodating device.

Abstract: Dishwasher rack and extender for an automatic dishwasher has 12, 20, 30 or 42 compartments defined by a plurality of rows of adjacent hexagonal compartments with a half hexagonal compartment at the end of each row and two rows of pentagonal compartments with a half pentagonal compartment at one end. The rows of pentagonal compartments border opposite sides of the rows of hexagonal compartments and the end compartments alternate ends from row to row.

Abstract: A dish ware holding or anchoring device that interconnects the existing support structure for dish ware in a dishwasher to individual dish ware pieces to prevent their movement. The holding device has an alligator style anchor clip at one end connected by a-flexible connector to a prong receiving opposite anchor end. Typically, the existing dish ware support structure used in a dishwasher has an opened end prong over which a hole in the prong receiving anchor end may snugly sidle and fit over. The opposite end alligator style anchor clip end is attached to the to be retained piece of dish ware, like a cup bowl, measuring cup, etc. which piece has been inverted when placed on the support structure to prevent the accumulation of liquids. By so anchoring the dish ware to be cleaned with the existing structure of the dish ware support, the individual pieces are retained in position and no liquids are retained by them.

Abstract: A dishwasher rack including a grille having longitudinal rods; and a number of wheels connected to the grille by respective supporting rods, each having a fastening portion and a bent end bent substantially at a right-angle so as to be located a minimum distance from a respective longitudinal rod. Each wheel includes a hub fitted to a respective bent end; and a spacing member projecting axially from and connected integrally to the respective hub to form a single component, and which is arrested against a respective longitudinal rod. Each spacing member extends to such an extent that an axial dimension of each wheel is greater than the aforementioned minimum distance.

Abstract: A rack for dishes in a dishwasher comprises a grid for supporting the dishes and an element mounted to the grid for pivoting towards and away from the grid. The rack also includes elastic cords and a latch mechanism for arresting the element. The elastic cords are mounted in the element to be engaged, yielding against the dishes supported in the rack by pivotal movement of the element towards the grid. The latch mechanism arrests the element in different pivoted positions with the elastic cords stretched against the dishes.

Abstract: A dish rack for accommodating dishes, particularly in a household dishwasher, includes a dish rack base having a rake-like retaining configuration with prongs. At least part of the rake-like retaining configuration is pivotable between different pivot positions. Some of the prongs have angled ends directed toward or adjacent the dish-rack base, the angled ends forming a set-down surface for dishes, in particular, hollow dishes such as glasses, vases, cups, and bowls, when the retaining configuration is pivoted.

Abstract: A dish rack for a dishwasher, including a frame and a coating covering the frame and configured to distribute water over a surface of the coating in a thin film.