EP0778368A1 - Washing machine drum cover - Google Patents
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- EP0778368A1 EP0778368A1 EP96308025A EP96308025A EP0778368A1 EP 0778368 A1 EP0778368 A1 EP 0778368A1 EP 96308025 A EP96308025 A EP 96308025A EP 96308025 A EP96308025 A EP 96308025A EP 0778368 A1 EP0778368 A1 EP 0778368A1
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- Prior art keywords
- drum
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- washing machine
- drum cover
- machine drum
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- D—TEXTILES; PAPER
- D06—TREATMENT OF TEXTILES OR THE LIKE; LAUNDERING; FLEXIBLE MATERIALS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- D06F—LAUNDERING, DRYING, IRONING, PRESSING OR FOLDING TEXTILE ARTICLES
- D06F37/00—Details specific to washing machines covered by groups D06F21/00 - D06F25/00
- D06F37/02—Rotary receptacles, e.g. drums
- D06F37/04—Rotary receptacles, e.g. drums adapted for rotation or oscillation about a horizontal or inclined axis
- D06F37/10—Doors; Securing means therefor
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- the drum cover is hindged along its diameter .On the body of the drum cover there is positioned three sliding clips /catches and a sliding handle in the centre, at the bottom of the drum cover there is a lip which extends over the flat part of the body.
- the drum cover comprises a round flat body 7. with reaccessed curved channel 1. and rubber seal 5. which runs along the channel around the circumferance of the drum cover.
- the drum cover is hinged through its diameter to allow it to fold in half for easy insertion into the drum 6. after a load is put in.
- the cover is opened and pulled towards the front of the drum by means of a handle 3. which is pushed flat against the body as soon as drum cover is in position.Once in position the lip 2. clips /catches 4. fasten onto the rim of the drum porthole Fig.3. holding it in a fixed position on the drum.
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Abstract
A drum cover has a body 7 with curved channel 1 in which a seal 5 is secured.The drum cover is put inside the drum 6 and pulled into position around the porthole effectively sealing the drum so nothing can get out of the drum. The drum cover is secured to the drum by means of catches / clips
Description
- By neccesity washing machines must have a gap between the drum and tub.
However this allows for small garments and objects such as coins which are inadvertantly put in with garments to get underneath the drum during the wash causing blockage and damage to the drum,pump,hoses and other.
This invention shuts of the drum porthole so that everything that is put in the drum stays in the drum. So nothing can get out of the drum and through the gap between the drum and tub.
According to the present invention there is provided a flat round body with reccessed curved channel around the circumferance which seats a rubber seal along its full length. The drum cover is hindged along its diameter .On the body of the drum cover there is positioned three sliding clips /catches and a sliding handle in the centre, at the bottom of the drum cover there is a lip which extends over the flat part of the body.
A specific embodiment of the invention will now be described by way of example with reference to the accompaning drawings in which ; - Figure 1. Shows front of the cover with all its parts.
- Figure 2. Shows cross section highlighting reccessed curved channel and seal.
- Figure 3. Illustrates typical washing machine drum with cover in position.
- With reference to the drawings, the drum cover comprises a round
flat body 7. with reccessedcurved channel 1. andrubber seal 5. which runs along the channel around the circumferance of the drum cover.
The drum cover is hinged through its diameter to allow it to fold in half for easy insertion into thedrum 6. after a load is put in.
Once in the drum the cover is opened and pulled towards the front of the drum by means of ahandle 3. which is pushed flat against the body as soon as drum cover is in position.Once in position thelip 2. clips /catches 4. fasten onto the rim of the drum porthole Fig.3. holding it in a fixed position on the drum.
Claims (7)
- A washing machine drum cover comprising a flat round body ,hinged, with a pressed recessed channel around the body and a means for securing body to drum.
- A washing machine drum cover as claimed in claim 1. Wherein the pressed recessed channel is provided with a seal around its perimeter , which rests against the inner surface of the drum causing a seal around the porthole.
- A washing machine drum cover as claimed in claim 1 & 2 wherein a hinge provided diametrically to the body allowing it to fold in half for easy insertion into drum.
- A washing machine drum cover as claimed in claims 2 &3 wherein catches or clips are provided on the body to secure it to the drum.
- A washing machine drum cover as claimed in claim 4 where a lip adapted to assist in locating cover to drum.
- A washing machine drum cover as claimed in claim 5 including a handle to assist in pulling cover into position on drum.
- A washing machine drum cover as described above with reference to figures 1-3 of accompanying drawings
Applications Claiming Priority (2)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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GB9524172 | 1995-11-25 | ||
GB9524172A GB2307484B (en) | 1995-11-25 | 1995-11-25 | Washing machine drum cover |
Publications (1)
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EP0778368A1 true EP0778368A1 (en) | 1997-06-11 |
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EP96308025A Withdrawn EP0778368A1 (en) | 1995-11-25 | 1996-11-05 | Washing machine drum cover |
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GB (1) | GB2307484B (en) |
Cited By (1)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
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FR2864114A1 (en) * | 2003-12-22 | 2005-06-24 | Brandt Ind | Drum door for sealing opening in drum shell, has two flaps that are positioned at same side of opening when door is in open position such that inclination of drum at side of opening does not have flaps |
Families Citing this family (1)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
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GB2334970B (en) * | 1999-06-18 | 2001-03-21 | Charles Frederick Donna Patric | Washing machine/tumble dryer child security device |
Citations (4)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
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US1636192A (en) * | 1924-06-11 | 1927-07-19 | G F Mitchell & Son | Fluid-tight closure member for washer drums |
US2332186A (en) * | 1940-08-28 | 1943-10-19 | Prosperity Co Inc | Unloading board or tray for washing machines |
GB775218A (en) * | 1954-03-01 | 1957-05-22 | Heinrich Geuer | Washing machine |
FR1147198A (en) * | 1956-03-13 | 1957-11-20 | Improvements to rotary tub washing machines |
Family Cites Families (2)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
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GB1008984A (en) * | 1963-05-09 | 1965-11-03 | Markman Of London Ltd S | Improvements in or relating to washing devices |
FR2545512B1 (en) * | 1983-05-06 | 1985-07-12 | Amiens Const Elect Mec | TANK WASHING MACHINE COMPRISING A PART OF SYNTHETIC MATERIAL |
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- 1995-11-25 GB GB9524172A patent/GB2307484B/en not_active Expired - Fee Related
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- 1996-11-05 EP EP96308025A patent/EP0778368A1/en not_active Withdrawn
Patent Citations (4)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
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US1636192A (en) * | 1924-06-11 | 1927-07-19 | G F Mitchell & Son | Fluid-tight closure member for washer drums |
US2332186A (en) * | 1940-08-28 | 1943-10-19 | Prosperity Co Inc | Unloading board or tray for washing machines |
GB775218A (en) * | 1954-03-01 | 1957-05-22 | Heinrich Geuer | Washing machine |
FR1147198A (en) * | 1956-03-13 | 1957-11-20 | Improvements to rotary tub washing machines |
Cited By (2)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
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FR2864114A1 (en) * | 2003-12-22 | 2005-06-24 | Brandt Ind | Drum door for sealing opening in drum shell, has two flaps that are positioned at same side of opening when door is in open position such that inclination of drum at side of opening does not have flaps |
EP1548170A1 (en) * | 2003-12-22 | 2005-06-29 | Brandt Industries | Door for rotating drum for washing machine and/or laundry dryer |
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GB9524172D0 (en) | 1996-01-24 |
GB2307484B (en) | 1999-11-17 |
GB2307484A (en) | 1997-05-28 |
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