Abstract:
In preferred form, a domestic dishwasher including an improved self-cleaning strainer which removes food particles from washing fluid during its recirculation in a wash phase of operation. It includes an annular screen supported by a fluid distributing rotatable spray bar for rotation therewith and in surrounding relationship to a recirculating pump intake to prevent the entrance of food particles therethrough. A portion of the pump''s output is diverted from the spray bar and directed by a stationary deflector plate through the revolving screen to backflush particles from the screen to prevent clogging. A drain pump with its inlet located below the screen removes both wash water and food particles from the dishwasher during a drain cycle.