Patent ID: 8308872
Filing Date: 2012-11-13
Classification: A47L

Abstract:
1. A feed tube assembly for a dishwasher comprising a tub portion and a sump portion, wherein a lip portion for receiving at least one separator member defines a recess about an interface between the tub portion and the sump portion, the feed tube assembly comprising: an elongate tubular member adapted to extend longitudinally from the sump portion, through the interface defined between the sump portion and the tub portion, and along a tub wall disposed outwardly of the sump portion; and a banding member operably engaged with the tubular member about the interface, the banding member being adapted to extend within the recess of the lip portion so as to sealingly engage the lip portion, about the interface, to prevent particulate matter from passing into the sump portion from the tub portion about the tubular member.