EP1145680B1 - Device against pressure variations in a dishwasher tub - Google Patents
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- the invention relates to a device for countering the effects of pressure variations in a dishwasher tank.
- the supply of air at room temperature in the hot enclosure of the tank can cause an overpressure of the tank of the dishwasher. This is the case for example during the momentary opening by a user of the dishwasher door during a cycle of operation corresponding to a heating cycle. Overpressure can cause a malfunction of the device, such as for example unwanted door opening, overflowing water and sometimes even the ensuing anti-overflow security.
- the supply of cold water to a hot enclosure at the time of rinsing for example, causes a depression of the tank which can cause a deformation of it.
- venting To counter the effects of pressure variations, most devices today are equipped with a vent to the tank, usually formed by a simple pipe connecting the inside and outside of the tank and allowing air circulation in case of overpressure or depression.
- a dishwasher equipped with a vent of the tank is described in the document US 3,023,757.
- the disadvantage of this venting is that it lets the water vapor, especially during heating cycles. When the bet air flows out of the dishwasher, the steam, condensing on walls or adjacent furniture, may cause deterioration.
- the venting opens into the space between the tank and a dishwasher cover sheets, and water vapor, condensing, risk of damaging the parts located in this space, such as the felt-tip pens insulation for example.
- a solution then consists in closing the hole opening at the outlet. airing by a foam which lets air pass but which is waterproof with steam. However, in use, the foams become clogged and, if they are too fine, may saturate with water vapor, thus forming a plug which does not allow enough air to pass through.
- Another solution consists of closing the through hole with a shutter, free to rotate around of a horizontal axis. But it’s never vapor tight, even during normal dishwasher operation.
- a third solution effective but expensive, consists in setting up a circuit of condensation with condensate collector and evaporator.
- the device according to the invention offers a simple and economical to counter the effects of overpressure and depression of the tank of a dishwasher, while maintaining a good seal against water vapor during the normal operating cycle.
- the invention proposes a device comprising a venting with two openings, closed by separate closing means.
- the invention relates to a device for countering pressure variations in a dishwasher tank, characterized in that it includes a venting of the tank with two openings of exit, first means for closing the first of said openings, substantially vapor-tight, opening only towards the outside of the tank to let out air in the event of overpressure, and second means for closing the second of said openings, appreciably impervious to water vapor, opening only towards the inside of the tank to let in air in case of depression.
- the second outlet opening is made in the first closing means, said first means supporting the second closing means, thus making it possible to reduce the bulk of the vent.
- FIG. 1 shows an embodiment of the device according to the invention.
- the device comprises a venting of the tank with two outlet openings.
- First means of closure close the first of said openings and open only to the outside from the tank, to let out air in the event of overpressure.
- Seconds closing means close the second of said openings and do not open towards the inside of the tank to let in air in case of depression.
- the first and second closing means separate from one of the other and substantially waterproof against water vapor when closed, give the device its tightness during normal operation of the dishwasher.
- the venting of the tank is ensured by one or two piece (s) outside the tank, with a through hole on the tank and at least one hole emerging at the outlet to form at least one of the two openings.
- the openings are made directly in the tank, the water pressure during the washing or rinsing cycles may cause water leakage.
- a solution preferential consists in using only a part external to the tank for perform the venting, as is the case for example in Figure 1.
- FIG. 1 constitutes an exemplary embodiment of the device according to the invention which makes it possible to limit its size, which is a constant concern in the field of household appliances.
- the Figure 1 device comprises an outer part 1. This is for example a part integrated in the dishwasher distributor, generally located in the free space between the tank and one of the dishwasher cover sheets. The distributor is used to regulate the amount of regenerating salt in rinse water. Neither the tank nor the hole leading to the tank are shown here.
- the external part 1 in this example comprises only one hole 2 opening at the outlet.
- the device shown in Figure 1 includes in addition to an intermediate part 3, in which an opening 4 is pierced forming the first of said openings, a valve 5 forming the first means for closing said first opening, an opening 6 pierced in the valve 5 and forming said second opening, a valve 7 forming the second means for closing said second opening.
- Intermediate piece 3 serves as an adaptation piece on hole 2 opening at the outlet, which can be a pre-existing hole in a part designed to other purposes, as is the case for the dispatcher.
- the intermediate piece has in this example another function which is that of support for the valve 5 forming the first closing means.
- the part 3 forming a support is pierced with the opening 4 forming the first opening, and whose dimensions are smaller than those of the valve 5. In closed position, the valve 5 is therefore in contact with the part 3, which gives a good seal against water vapor.
- the valve 5 is articulated in rotation on the part. support 3, around an axis 51, so that it can only open towards the outside of the tank in the event of overpressure (direction symbolized by arrow A in figure 1), i.e. towards the free space where the air is under pressure room. On the contrary, in the event of depression, it is pressed against the part support 3.
- the articulation is for example ensured by a hinge free, ie with little friction, and the support part 3 is substantially vertical.
- the valve 5 is made of a material of low density, for example a plastic material of the polypropylene type. So at the less overpressure in the tank, the valve 5, light, is already raised.
- a system of springs for example, can be considered to recall the valve in its position of contact with the support, in particular in the case where the support would not be vertical.
- the stiffness of the spring is then determined as a function overpressures in play in the dishwasher. But this solution turns out much more complex.
- Any type of valve can be considered at the place of the valve, but again, the solutions may be more complicated to implement.
- the second outlet opening is carried out in the first means for closing the first opening, that is to say in the form of an opening 6 in the valve 5 itself.
- the valve 5 then constitutes a support for the second closing means, formed in this example of a second valve 7, smaller than the first valve 5, and whose dimensions are slightly larger than those of the opening 6 in order to ensure good contact with the first valve 5 forming the support of the second valve 7.
- the valve 7 is impermeable to water vapor relative to the valve 5 forming a support.
- the second valve 7 is also movable in rotation on its support formed by the valve 5, around an axis 71, the joint also being formed of a free hinge. But this time, the valve 7 can only open towards the inside of the tank, the direction being symbolized by arrow B in Figure 1, i.e. in the opposite direction to that of the valve 5.
- the valve 7 opens, which allows let the air from the free space inside the tank and prepare for the depression.
- the valve 7 is pressed against the valve 5 which constitutes its support, and valve 5, on the other hand, is lifted from the support piece 3.
- the first closing means (valve 5) which support the second closing means (valve 7).
- the overpressure effects are generally of greater amplitude and it is preferable that it is the first outlet opening, which makes it possible to counter the overpressure, which is of larger dimensions than the second outlet opening, making it possible to ward off depression.
- openings (4, 6) with the largest possible surface. Indeed, as the valves are light, they can be lifted as soon as there is a small variation in pressure and the large surface allows to deal with large variations in pressure.
- these openings must be sized according to the orders of magnitude of the expected pressure variations. Thus, it is not necessary for these surfaces to exceed 15 to 20 cm 2 since the pressure variations in the dishwashers remain moderate.
- the opening 4 is approximately 6 cm 2 and the opening 6 is approximately 3 cm 2 .
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L'invention concerne un dispositif pour parer aux effets de variations de pression dans une cuve de lave-vaisselle.The invention relates to a device for countering the effects of pressure variations in a dishwasher tank.
Dans un lave-vaisselle, l'apport d'air à température ambiante dans l'enceinte chaude de la cuve peut provoquer une surpression de la cuve du lave-vaisselle. C'est le cas par exemple lors de l'ouverture momentanée par un utilisateur de la porte du lave-vaisselle pendant un cycle de fonctionnement correspondant à un cycle de chauffage. La surpression peut entraíner un dysfonctionnement de l'appareil, comme par exemple l'ouverture non souhaitée de la porte, un débordement d'eau et parfois même, la mise en route de la sécurité anti-débordement qui s'en suit. Par ailleurs, l'apport d'eau froide dans une enceinte chaude, au moment du rinçage par exemple, provoque une dépression de la cuve pouvant entraíner une déformation de celle-ci.In a dishwasher, the supply of air at room temperature in the hot enclosure of the tank can cause an overpressure of the tank of the dishwasher. This is the case for example during the momentary opening by a user of the dishwasher door during a cycle of operation corresponding to a heating cycle. Overpressure can cause a malfunction of the device, such as for example unwanted door opening, overflowing water and sometimes even the ensuing anti-overflow security. Through elsewhere, the supply of cold water to a hot enclosure, at the time of rinsing for example, causes a depression of the tank which can cause a deformation of it.
Pour parer aux effets de variations de pression, la plupart des appareils aujourd'hui sont équipés d'une mise à l'air libre de la cuve, généralement formée d'un simple tuyau reliant l'intérieur et l'extérieur de la cuve et permettant la circulation d'air en cas de surpression ou de dépression. Un lave-vaisselle equipé d'une mise à l'air libre de la cuve est décrit dans le document US 3 023 757. L'inconvénient de cette mise à l'air est qu'elle laisse passer la vapeur d'eau, en particulier pendant les cycles de chauffage. Lorsque la mise à l'air débouche à l'extérieur du lave-vaisselle, la vapeur, en se condensant sur les murs ou sur les meubles adjacents, peut provoquer leur détérioration. Parfois, la mise à l'air débouche dans l'espace compris entre la cuve et une des tôles d'habillage du lave-vaisselle, et la vapeur d'eau, en se condensant, risque d'abímer les pièces qui se situent dans cet espace, comme les feutres d'isolation par exemple.To counter the effects of pressure variations, most devices today are equipped with a vent to the tank, usually formed by a simple pipe connecting the inside and outside of the tank and allowing air circulation in case of overpressure or depression. A dishwasher equipped with a vent of the tank is described in the document US 3,023,757. The disadvantage of this venting is that it lets the water vapor, especially during heating cycles. When the bet air flows out of the dishwasher, the steam, condensing on walls or adjacent furniture, may cause deterioration. Sometimes the venting opens into the space between the tank and a dishwasher cover sheets, and water vapor, condensing, risk of damaging the parts located in this space, such as the felt-tip pens insulation for example.
Une solution consiste alors à fermer le trou débouchant en sortie de la mise à l'air par une mousse qui laisse passer l'air mais qui est étanche à la vapeur d'eau. Cependant, à l'usage, les mousses s'encrassent et, si elles sont trop fines, risquent de se saturer en vapeur d'eau, formant alors un bouchon qui ne laisse plus suffisamment passer l'air. Une autre solution, consiste à fermer le trou débouchant par un volet, libre en rotation autour d'un axe horizontal. Mais celui-ci n'est jamais étanche à la vapeur, même pendant le fonctionnement normal du lave-vaisselle. Enfin une troisième solution, efficace mais coûteuse, consiste à mettre en place un circuit de condensation avec récupérateur et évaporateur des condensats.A solution then consists in closing the hole opening at the outlet. airing by a foam which lets air pass but which is waterproof with steam. However, in use, the foams become clogged and, if they are too fine, may saturate with water vapor, thus forming a plug which does not allow enough air to pass through. Another solution, consists of closing the through hole with a shutter, free to rotate around of a horizontal axis. But it’s never vapor tight, even during normal dishwasher operation. Finally a third solution, effective but expensive, consists in setting up a circuit of condensation with condensate collector and evaporator.
Le dispositif selon l'invention propose une solution simple et économique pour parer aux effets de surpression et de dépression de la cuve d'un lave-vaisselle, tout en maintenant une bonne étanchéité à la vapeur d'eau lors du cycle de fonctionnement normal. Pour cela, l'invention propose un dispositif comportant une mise à l'air avec deux ouvertures, fermées par des moyens de fermeture distincts.The device according to the invention offers a simple and economical to counter the effects of overpressure and depression of the tank of a dishwasher, while maintaining a good seal against water vapor during the normal operating cycle. For this, the invention proposes a device comprising a venting with two openings, closed by separate closing means.
Plus précisément, l'invention concerne un dispositif pour parer aux variations de pression dans une cuve de lave-vaisselle, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte une mise à l'air libre de la cuve avec deux ouvertures de sortie, des premiers moyens de fermeture de la première desdites ouvertures, sensiblement étanches à la vapeur d'eau, ne s'ouvrant que vers l'extérieur de la cuve pour laisser sortir de l'air en cas de surpression, et des seconds moyens de fermeture de la seconde desdites ouvertures, sensiblement étanches à la vapeur d'eau, ne s'ouvrant que vers l'intérieur de la cuve pour laisser rentrer de l'air en cas de dépression.More specifically, the invention relates to a device for countering pressure variations in a dishwasher tank, characterized in that it includes a venting of the tank with two openings of exit, first means for closing the first of said openings, substantially vapor-tight, opening only towards the outside of the tank to let out air in the event of overpressure, and second means for closing the second of said openings, appreciably impervious to water vapor, opening only towards the inside of the tank to let in air in case of depression.
Avantageusement, la seconde ouverture de sortie est faite dans les premiers moyens de fermeture, lesdits premiers moyens supportant les seconds moyens de fermeture, permettant ainsi de réduire l'encombrement de la mise à l'air.Advantageously, the second outlet opening is made in the first closing means, said first means supporting the second closing means, thus making it possible to reduce the bulk of the vent.
D'autres caractéristiques et avantages de l'invention apparaítront à la lecture de la description qui suit, illustrée par la figure 1, unique, qui représente un exemple de réalisation du dispositif selon l'invention.Other characteristics and advantages of the invention will appear on reading the description which follows, illustrated by FIG. 1, unique, which shows an embodiment of the device according to the invention.
Selon l'invention, le dispositif comporte une mise à l'air libre de la cuve avec deux ouvertures de sortie. Des premiers moyens de fermeture ferment la première desdites ouvertures et ne s'ouvrent que vers l'extérieur de la cuve, pour laisser sortir de l'air en cas de surpression. Des seconds moyens de fermeture ferment la seconde desdites ouvertures et ne s'ouvrent que vers l'intérieur de la cuve pour laisser rentrer de l'air en cas de dépression. Les premiers et seconds moyens de fermeture, distincts l'un de l'autre et sensiblement étanches à la vapeur d'eau lorsqu'ils sont fermés, confèrent au dispositif son étanchéité en cours de fonctionnement normal du lave-vaisselle. According to the invention, the device comprises a venting of the tank with two outlet openings. First means of closure close the first of said openings and open only to the outside from the tank, to let out air in the event of overpressure. Seconds closing means close the second of said openings and do not open towards the inside of the tank to let in air in case of depression. The first and second closing means, separate from one of the other and substantially waterproof against water vapor when closed, give the device its tightness during normal operation of the dishwasher.
Avantageusement, la mise à l'air libre de la cuve est assurée par une ou deux pièce(s) extérieure(s) à la cuve, comportant un trou débouchant sur la cuve et au moins un trou débouchant en sortie pour former au moins une des deux ouvertures. En effet, si les ouvertures sont faites directement dans la cuve, la pression de l'eau pendant les cycles de lavage ou de rinçage risquent d'entraíner des fuites d'eau. Il peut y avoir par exemple deux pièces extérieures, avec chacune un trou débouchant formant chacun une des deux ouvertures. Pour des raisons d'encombrement et de simplicité, une solution préférentielle consiste à n'utiliser qu'une pièce extérieure à la cuve pour réaliser la mise à l'air, comme c'est le cas par exemple sur la figure 1.Advantageously, the venting of the tank is ensured by one or two piece (s) outside the tank, with a through hole on the tank and at least one hole emerging at the outlet to form at least one of the two openings. Indeed, if the openings are made directly in the tank, the water pressure during the washing or rinsing cycles may cause water leakage. There may be, for example, two pieces external, each with a through hole each forming one of the two openings. For reasons of space and simplicity, a solution preferential consists in using only a part external to the tank for perform the venting, as is the case for example in Figure 1.
L'exemple de la figure 1 constitue un exemple de réalisation du
dispositif selon l'invention qui permet de limiter son encombrement, ce qui
est une préoccupation constante dans le domaine de l'électroménager. Le
dispositif de la figure 1 comporte une pièce extérieure 1. Il s'agit par exemple
d'une pièce intégrée dans le répartiteur du lave-vaisselle, situé généralement
dans l'espace libre entre la cuve et une des tôles d'habillage du lave-vaisselle.
Le répartiteur sert à réguler la quantité de sel régénérant dans
l'eau de rinçage. Ni la cuve, ni le trou débouchant sur la cuve ne sont
représentés ici. La pièce extérieure 1 comporte dans cet exemple un seul
trou 2 débouchant en sortie. Le dispositif représenté figure 1 comporte en
outre une pièce intermédiaire 3, dans laquelle est percée une ouverture 4
formant la première desdites ouvertures, un clapet 5 formant les premiers
moyens de fermeture de ladite première ouverture, une ouverture 6 percée
dans le clapet 5 et formant ladite seconde ouverture, un clapet 7 formant les
seconds moyens de fermeture de ladite seconde ouverture.The example in FIG. 1 constitutes an exemplary embodiment of the
device according to the invention which makes it possible to limit its size, which
is a constant concern in the field of household appliances. The
Figure 1 device comprises an
La pièce intermédiaire 3 sert de pièce d'adaptation sur le trou 2
débouchant en sortie, qui peut être un trou préexistant d'une pièce conçue à
d'autres fins, comme c'est le cas pour le répartiteur. La pièce intermédiaire a
dans cet exemple une autre fonction qui est celle de support pour le clapet 5
formant les premiers moyens de fermeture. Dans cet exemple en effet, la
pièce 3 formant support est percée de l'ouverture 4 formant la première
ouverture, et dont les dimensions sont inférieures à celles du clapet 5. En
position fermée, le clapet 5 est donc en contact avec la pièce 3, ce qui
confère une bonne étanchéité à la vapeur d'eau. Intermediate piece 3 serves as an adaptation piece on hole 2
opening at the outlet, which can be a pre-existing hole in a part designed to
other purposes, as is the case for the dispatcher. The intermediate piece has
in this example another function which is that of support for the
Dans cet exemple, le clapet 5 est articulé en rotation sur la pièce
support 3, autour d'un axe 51, de telle sorte qu'il ne puisse s'ouvrir que vers
l'extérieur de la cuve en cas de surpression (sens symbolisé par la flèche A
sur la figure 1), c'est à dire vers l'espace libre où l'air est à la pression
ambiante. En cas de dépression au contraire, il est plaqué sur la pièce
support 3. Pour cela, l'articulation est par exemple assurée par une charnière
libre, c'est à dire présentant peu de frottement, et la pièce support 3 est
sensiblement verticale. Le clapet 5 est réalisé dans un matériau de faible
densité, par exemple une matière plastique de type polypropylène. Ainsi, à la
moindre surpression dans la cuve, le clapet 5, léger, se soulève déjà. En cas
de forte surpression, il se soulève beaucoup plus, libérant toute la surface de
l'ouverture 4 pour libérer l'air en surpression dans la cuve. Quand l'air dans
la cuve revient à une pression normale, c'est à dire proche de celle de
l'espace libre à l'extérieur de la cuve, le clapet 5 retombe sous l'action de la
gravité, sur la pièce support 3 contre laquelle il est appliqué, permettant une
étanchéité à la vapeur d'eau. Bien entendu, lorsque le clapet se soulève, il
s'échappe, en même temps que de l'air, de la vapeur d'eau. Mais le
phénomène de surpression restant momentané et peu fréquent au cours du
cycle, la quantité de vapeur d'eau libérée est faible, et donc sans
conséquences. Bien entendu, l'articulation décrit sur la figure 1 ne représente
qu'un exemple et de nombreuses variantes sont possibles. Un système de
ressorts, par exemple, peut être envisagé pour rappeler le clapet dans sa
position de contact avec le support, en particulier dans le cas où le support
ne serait pas vertical. La raideur du ressort est alors déterminée en fonction
des surpressions en jeu dans le lave-vaisselle. Mais cette solution s'avère
beaucoup plus complexe. Tout type de soupape peut être envisagé à la
place du clapet, mais là encore, les solutions risquent d'être plus
compliquées à mettre en oeuvre.In this example, the
Dans l'exemple de la figure 1, la seconde ouverture de sortie est
réalisée dans les premiers moyens de fermeture de la première ouverture,
c'est à dire sous la forme d'une ouverture 6 dans le clapet 5 lui-même. Le
clapet 5 constitue alors un support pour les seconds moyens de fermeture,
formés dans cet exemple d'un second clapet 7, plus petit que le premier
clapet 5, et dont les dimensions sont légèrement supérieures à celles de
l'ouverture 6 afin d'assurer un bon contact avec le premier clapet 5 formant le
support du second clapet 7. Ainsi, le clapet 7 est étanche à la vapeur d'eau
par rapport au clapet 5 formant support. L'avantage d'une telle solution
consiste bien entendu dans une diminution de l'encombrement du dispositif.
Dans l'exemple de la figure 1, le second clapet 7 est également mobile en
rotation sur son support formé par le clapet 5, autour d'un axe 71,
l'articulation étant également formée d'une charnière libre. Mais cette fois, le
clapet 7 ne peut s'ouvrir que vers l'intérieur de la cuve, le sens étant
symbolisé par la flèche B sur la figure 1, c'est à dire dans le sens contraire à
celui du clapet 5. Ainsi, en cas de dépression de la cuve, tandis que le clapet
5 est plaqué contre la pièce support 3, le clapet 7 s'ouvre, ce qui permet de
laisser rentrer l'air de l'espace libre à l'intérieur de la cuve et de parer à la
dépression. Par contre, en cas de surpression, le clapet 7 est plaqué sur le
clapet 5 qui constitue son support, et le clapet 5, par contre, se soulève de la
pièce support 3.In the example in Figure 1, the second outlet opening is
carried out in the first means for closing the first opening,
that is to say in the form of an
Dans l'exemple de la figure 1, ce sont les premiers moyens de
fermeture (clapet 5) qui supportent les seconds moyens de fermeture (clapet
7). En effet, les effets de surpression sont en général de plus grande
amplitude et il est préférable que ce soit la première ouverture de sortie, qui
permet de parer à la surpression, qui soit de dimensions plus importantes
que la seconde ouverture de sortie, permettant de parer à la dépression.
Dans le cas de l'utilisation de clapets tels qu'ils sont mis en oeuvre dans
l'exemple de la figure 1, on aura intérêt à choisir des ouvertures (4, 6) avec la
plus grande surface possible. En effet, comme les clapets sont légers, ils
peuvent se soulever dès qu'il y a une petite variation de pression et la grande
surface permet de parer à des grandes variations de pression. Cependant,
ces ouvertures doivent être dimensionnées en fonction des ordres de
grandeur des variations de pression attendues. Ainsi, il n'est pas nécessaire
que ces surfaces dépassent 15 à 20 cm2 car les variations de pression dans
les lave-vaisselle restent modérées. Ainsi, dans l'exemple de la figure 1,
l'ouverture 4 fait environ 6 cm2 et l'ouverture 6 fait environ 3 cm2.In the example of FIG. 1, it is the first closing means (valve 5) which support the second closing means (valve 7). Indeed, the overpressure effects are generally of greater amplitude and it is preferable that it is the first outlet opening, which makes it possible to counter the overpressure, which is of larger dimensions than the second outlet opening, making it possible to ward off depression. In the case of the use of valves as they are used in the example of FIG. 1, it will be advantageous to choose openings (4, 6) with the largest possible surface. Indeed, as the valves are light, they can be lifted as soon as there is a small variation in pressure and the large surface allows to deal with large variations in pressure. However, these openings must be sized according to the orders of magnitude of the expected pressure variations. Thus, it is not necessary for these surfaces to exceed 15 to 20 cm 2 since the pressure variations in the dishwashers remain moderate. Thus, in the example of FIG. 1, the opening 4 is approximately 6 cm 2 and the
L'exemple décrit précédemment a permis de mettre en évidence les avantages du dispositif selon l'invention qui permet pour un faible coût, une grande simplicité de réalisation et un faible encombrement, de réunir les fonctions de mise à l'air de la cuve pour parer aux effets de variations de pression et d'étanchéité à la vapeur d'eau. Bien entendu, l'exemple de réalisation décrit à l'aide de la figure 1 n'est pas limitatif et d'autres variantes du dispositif sont envisageables, tant qu'elles restent dans l'esprit de l'invention.The example described previously made it possible to highlight the advantages of the device according to the invention which allows for a low cost, great simplicity of construction and small footprint, to bring together functions of venting the tank to counter the effects of variations in pressure and water vapor tightness. Of course, the example of embodiment described using FIG. 1 is not limiting and other variants of the device are possible, as long as they remain in the spirit of the invention.
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- A device for averting pressure variations in a dishwasher chamber, characterised in that it comprises a free air exit from the chamber, with two outlet openings (4, 6), first closing means (5) for the first one (4) of the said openings, substantially sealed against water vapour and open only to the outside of the chamber, so as to allow air to escape when the pressure is too high, and second closing means (7) for the second one (6) of the said openings, substantially sealed against water vapour and opening only to the interior of the chamber, whereby to allow air to enter when the pressure is too low.
- A device according to Claim 1, characterised in that the second outlet opening (6) is formed in the first closing means (5), the said first means supporting the second closing means (7).
- A device according to one of the preceding Claims, characterised in that each of the said first and second closing means is formed on a valve which is articulated for rotation about a pivot axis (51, 71) and able to be opened, respectively, only towards the outside and only towards the inside of the chamber.
- A device according to Claim 3, characterised in that each valve is mounted on a support having the corresponding opening formed through it, the dimensions of the valve being substantially greater than those of the opening whereby to ensure contact and sealing against water vapour.
- A device according to Claim 4, characterised in that the said supports are substantially vertical, and in that each of the articulations is provided by means of a free hinge mounted on each of the said supports, the weight of each of the valves being then sufficiently great to ensure closing of each of the said openings.
- A device according to Claim 5, characterised in that the valves are made of low density plastics material of the polypropylene type.
- A device according to one of the preceding Claims, characterised in that it includes at least one member (1) outside the chamber to define the free air exit, the said member having a hole open into the chamber and at least one hole (2) open on the outside, to define at least one of the two openings.
- A device according to Claim 7, characterised in that it includes a single external member, in that the said member has only one hole open on the outside, and in that the device includes an intermediate member (3) which is matched to the hole open on the outside and which defines a support in which the first opening, closed by the said first closing means, is formed, the said means defining a support in which the second opening closed by the said second closing means is formed.
- A device according to Claim 8, characterised in that, the dishwasher including a distributor positioned between the chamber and one of the cladding plates, the said external member is incorporated in the said distributor.
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