摘要 |
<p>A spray arm (100) for a dishwasher is provided, comprising a first portio n (150) having a first engaging surface extending about an outer surface per iphery thereof, and a second portion (200) having a second engaging surface extending about the outer surface thereof and complementarity configured wit h respect to the first engaging surface. The engaging surfaces form a latera lly-extending, non-linear interface upon engagement such that the first and second portion outer surfaces are directed away from each other. The second portion also includes a flange (450) extending about the outer surface, and disposed laterally outward of and spaced apart from the second engaging surf ace, to define a channel (500) having a depth extending across the interface . A securing material is introduced into and substantially fills the channel , and extends across the interface and about the first portion outer surface periphery, to secure the first and second portions together. An associated method is also provided.</p> |