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Detergent for washing machine and automatic disinfectant adding device

The invention discloses a detergent for a washing machine and an automatic disinfectant adding device. The automatic adding device comprises a washing machine water inlet valve, a solvent box and a washing machine sink component; the automatic adding device also comprises an automatic adding precise control device which is connected with the washing machine water inlet valve, the solvent box and the washing machine sink component through connecting pipelines respectively; the automatic adding precise control device is provided with a negative pressure suction port and a constant volume container; and a solvent in the solvent box is pumped into the constant volume container by negative pressure generated by inlet water of the washing machine sink component, and the quantitative solvent is flushed into the washing machine sink component by the inlet water of the automatic adding precise control device and further flows to a washing drum. The automatic adding device makes great contribution on the aspect of adding the detergent to the washing machine, can precisely add different detergents, can fully realize automatic addition by using the negative pressure generated by the inlet water, has a simple structure, realizes automation of the washing process, and improves the washing efficiency.
Owner:HAIER GRP CORP +2

Washing machine capable of automatically putting detergent and control method thereof

The invention discloses a washing machine capable of automatically putting a detergent and a control method thereof. The washing machine comprises a water inlet, a detergent container and a washing drum; two water inlet channels are arranged between the water inlet and the washing drum, and are respectively a main water inlet channel and a cleaning water channel; a constant volume container is arranged between the cleaning water channel and the washing drum, and is communicated with the detergent container; a Venturi tube is arranged in the main water inlet channel; by a Venturi effect principle, main water inlet flow changes narrow from wide, and the water inlet flow rate is improved, so that a relative vacuum area is formed on the rear side of the outlet of the Venturi tube; and the relative vacuum area is communicated with the constant volume container, so that the constant volume container generates negative pressure and the detergent in the detergent container communicated with the constant volume container is pumped into the constant volume container. On the premise of not influencing washing effect, the most reasonable amount of detergent is automatically added through the negative pressure generated by the flow, the washing machine is simple in structure, and the washing efficiency is improved.
Owner:QINGDAO HAIER WASHING MASCH CO LTD

Color absorption sheet and manufacture and using methods thereof

The invention provides a color absorption sheet and manufacture and using methods of the color absorption sheet, wherein the color absorption sheet is capable of absorbing fugitive dye of clothes. The color absorption sheet comprises a cloth sheet which comprises an active solid cationic etherifying agent 2, 3-glycidyl trimethyl ammonium chloride (the weight accounts for 30wt %-60wt % of the weight of mucilage glue), caustic soda flakes (the weight accounts for 2wt %-6wt % of the weight of the mucilage glue) and the balance mucilage glue. The color absorption sheet solves the problem that deep color clothes and light color clothes cannot be washed together. Not only is the big problem of mixture washing of the clothes solved, but also energy sources such as water, electricity and washing powder are saved for the society. Time of a consumer is saved, washing efficiency is improved, and cost of washing the clothes is greatly reduced.
Owner:马辉

Method for distinguishing smudgy degree of clothes

The invention relates to a washing machine control method, which is particularly characterized in that the corresponding clothes washing control method is selected after the smudgy degree of clothes is judged. According to the method, firstly, the turbidity degree of water in the starting time period of the clothes washing is compared, the smudgy degree of clothes to be washed is distinguished, and then, the washing time, the washing intensity, the detergent addition quantity, the rinsing time and the like are regulated according to the smudgy degree of the clothes. The corresponding clothes washing procedure is selected according to the smudgy degree of the clothes, the clothes washing time of cleaner clothes can be reduced, the washing time of dirtier clothes is increased, and the clothes washing efficiency is improved.
Owner:WUXI LITTLE SWAN ELECTRIC CO LTD

Control method of washing machine

The invention relates to a control method of a washing machine, capable of dynamically detecting, recording and comparing water levels. The control method of the washing machine comprises the following steps of: entering a drainage process and comparing and judging an initial water level and an offsetting water level; selecting to end drainage or draining and timing while storing a water level value according to a judging result; detecting and recording the current water level when reaching a set water level comparison period in draining and timing; comparing the current water level with the former stored water level and judging whether the water level changes or not; and selecting a drainage fault alarm or selecting to continuously carry out the drainage process of the next period according to the judging result. Through the technical scheme, the invention can effectively judge the fault degree of the drainage system in time, facilitate users, saves time and improves the utilization rate of the washing machine.
Owner:HAIER GRP CORP +2

Washing machine capable of automatic adding washing agent based on standard and laundry method with washing agent addition

The invention relates to a washing machine that can automatically add a washing agent and a washing method, in particular to a washing method automatically adding the washing agent according to five factors comprising standard usage of the washing agent and the weight of clothes, dirty degree, cloth quality, temperature of water used for washing and rigidity. The washing agent usage is set by a washing agent usage setting device that sets the washing agent usage of clothes to be washed according to unit weight and is arranged on a control panel; the most reasonable washing agent is automatically added without ensuring washing effect, which not only prevents excessive or too little washing agent added manually as well as saves resources, but also reduces environmental pollution caused by discharged washing water.
Owner:QINGDAO HAIER WASHING MASCH CO LTD

Double-impeller multi-power full automatic washing machine

ActiveCN101153436ASolve the entanglementImprove laundry efficiency and wash uniformityOther washing machinesToothed gearingsDrive motorImpeller
The invention relates to a washing machine, in particular to a double-impeller multi-power automatic washing machine, comprising an outer tub, an inner tub, a big impeller and a small impeller which are coaxially arranged on the bottom of the inner tub, and a driving motor, wherein, the small impeller is coaxially arranged in the big impeller, wherein, the big impeller and the small impeller coaxially and reversely rotate while the washing machine operates; the big impeller and the small impeller high-speed rotate with the inner tub while the washing dewaters. The double-impeller multi-power automatic washing machine of the invention uses two impellers to replace an inner tub impeller to truly fulfill that the winding problem of washed clothes caused by rotary vortex is solved without reducing flow washing force; thereby washing efficiency and cleaning evenness are improved.
Owner:HAIER GRP CORP +1

Washing and drying machine

A washing and drying machine has an object to improve a drying efficiency of a laundry and reduce a drying time, and includes an outer drum; an inner drum rotated in this outer drum and having a substantially cylindrical shape to constitute a storage chamber therein; a takeout port which is constituted in one end surface of a cylinder of this inner drum in an axial direction and via which the laundry is to be taken or introduced; a plurality of through holes which are formed around a side surface of the cylinder of the inner drum and in the other end surface of the cylinder in the axial direction and from which water is discharged during the washing and through which circulation air for drying circulates during the drying; and a blowing regulation unit which blows the air for drying into the storage chamber from the side of one end or the other end of the cylinder of the inner drum in the axial direction and which allows the air to flow from the through holes on the other end side or from the one end side and which inhibits outflow of the air for drying from the other through holes.
Owner:SANYO ELECTRIC CO LTD

Automatic putting system of washer and washer

The invention discloses an automatic putting system of a washer and the washer. The automatic putting system of the washer comprises a water box, a distribution box, washing addictive boxes, a negative pressure extraction mechanism and disposable putting boxes. A main water inlet pipe and washing addictive putting pipes are integrated on the water box, the distribution box is arranged in the waterbox, and a first installation part which is provided with one or more installation cavities and a second installation part which is provided with one or more installation cavities are arranged in thedistribution box; unilateral breathable structures and liquid outlets are formed in the washing addictive boxes, the washing addictive boxes are mounted in the installation cavities, when the washingaddictive boxes are communicated with the washing addictive putting pipes, the liquid outlets are opened, and when the washing addictive boxes are disconnected with the washing addictive putting pipes, the liquid outlets are closed; the negative pressure extraction mechanism comprises a Venturi tube which is arranged in the main water inlet pipe, and liquid in the washing addictive boxes is drawnout and put in a washing barrel through the washing addictive putting pipes under the negative pressure which is generated when water flows through an outlet of the Venturi tube; the disposable putting boxes are arranged in the second installation part. A user can replace the washing addictive boxes randomly and adopt different kinds of washing addictive aiming at different clothes each time, andthus the washing experience and efficiency are improved.
Owner:QINGDAO HAIER DRUM WASHING MACHINE +1

Washing method and washing machine automatically adding washing agent

The invention discloses and specifically relates to a washing method and a washing machine automatically adding a washing agent; the washing machine comprises a water inlet valve, a washing agent automatic input system and a washing tub; a water inlet path with a venturi tube is arranged between the water inlet valve and the washing tub; when water flows into the washing machine, a negative pressure zone can be formed in the venturi tube throat under the venturi effect principle; the negative pressure zone is connected in a constant volume valve so as to form negative pressure in the constant volume valve, thus drawing the washing agent in a washing machine distributor connected with the constant volume valve to a constant volume unit; then water enters the constant volume valve through a negative pressure channel of the venturi tube, and flushes the washing agent from the constant volume valve to the washing tub. The washing method and machine can effectively solve the problems that an existing washing agent automatic adding device is complex in structure, poor in automatic input precision, and long in water inflow time.
Owner:NINGGUO JULONG IND

Laundry and dye absorbing integrated tablet

InactiveCN106434035ASolve the problem of not being able to wash togetherSolve the big problem of shufflingNon-ionic surface-active compoundsOther chemical processesFiberCoconut oil
The invention provides a laundry and dye absorbing integrated tablet. The laundry and dye absorbing integrated tablet comprises a dye absorbing piece, a fiber piece and a laundry piece, wherein the dye absorbing piece and the laundry piece are arranged on two sides of the fiber piece respectively. Compared with the conventional single laundry tablet or dye absorbing tablet, the laundry piece and the dye absorbing piece are mixed for use, and the laundry effect is improved; besides, plant essence is added to the components of the laundry piece, so that the laundry fragrance is improved, and the softening effect of laundry is improved by adding a softening agent. The dye absorbing range is enlarged by adding an active solid cationic etherifying agent and a fluorocarbon surfactant to the formula of the dye absorbing piece simultaneously, by adding coconut oil, the laundry capacity is improved, the laundry efficiency is improved, the laundry cost is reduced, and the effects of energy saving and emission reduction are realized.
Owner:徐州亿润环保科技有限公司

Two-dimensional code self-help washing machine and use method thereof

The invention relates to a two-dimensional code self-help washing machine, comprising a sealed two-dimensional code control box body and a washing machine body, wherein a reading head in contact with the outside is arranged on the front side of the two-dimensional code box body, and is connected with a circuit board which is fixed on the rear side through an electric wire; a processor is arranged on the circuit board; a clearance for controlling a focus distance is formed between the reading head and the circuit board; the circuit in the two-dimensional code control box body is connected with the circuit in the washing machine body; and the two-dimensional code control box body is fixed on the washing machine body. The two-dimensional code self-help washing machine is convenient to use, the cost is reduced, the washing efficiency is improved, and the like.
Owner:INNOVATE TECH EQUIP

Washing machine inner barrel with waterfall device and pulsator washing machine

The invention provides a washing machine inner barrel with a waterfall device and a pulsator washing machine. The pulsator washing machine comprises an inner barrel, a pulsator disposed at the bottom of the inner barrel and a waterfall spraying plate disposed on the inner side wall of the inner barrel. A vertical passage is formed between the waterfall spraying plate and the inner side wall of the inner barrel. A water inlet is reserved at the lower end of the vertical passage. A waterfall spraying opening is reserved at the upper end of the vertical passage. The pulsator washing machine is characterized in that a small pulsator mounting hole is reserved on the waterfall spraying plate below the waterfall spraying opening, a small pulsator is integrated with an impeller through a rotary shaft, the rotary shaft is transversely disposed in the small pulsator mounting hole, the small pulsator is located on the outer side of the waterfall spraying plate, the impeller is located in the vertical passage, the small pulsator can freely rotate along with the impeller, and a middle partition is vertically disposed below the impeller in the vertical passage so as to divide the lower portion of the vertical passage into a left water passage and a right water passage. By the aid of the waterfall device which is simple in structure and low in cost, multidirectional and multi-angle washing of clothes in upper middle of the inner barrel can be achieved, and washing degree of the washing machine is improved greatly.
Owner:HISENSE(SHANDONG)REFRIGERATOR CO LTD

Multifunctional integrated washing machine

The invention provides a multifunctional integrated washing machine and relates to a washing machine with washing tools such as vibrating and beating tools in fixed containers. The multifunctional integrated washing machine comprises a washing unit and a drying unit, wherein the washing unit and the drying unit are of a layered grillwork structure, one layer is of the washing unit and the layer adjacent to the washing unit is of the drying unit. The washing unit comprises a cloth-washing unit and a washing work area unit. The washing unit is of the layered grillwork structure, one layer is of the washing work area unit and the layer adjacent to the washing work area unit is of the cloth-washing unit and a water tank. The cloth-washing unit and the washing work area unit are mutually independent and separated in a sealed manner. The cloth-washing unit is of a dry-clean structure or washing structure, one side of the cloth-washing unit is next to the water tank, and the water tank is arranged below the washing work area unit closely. The multifunctional-integrated washing machine is provided with multiple washing tools in the fixed containers and is reasonable in space allocation.
Owner:任学超

Washing machine eccentricity detection method

The invention belongs to the field of washing machines, and particularly discloses a washing machine eccentricity detection method, including starting a dehydration spinning program, judging whether the eccentricity of an outer tub rotating at the current rotation speed is greater than or smaller than the impact eccentricity value when an acceleration sensor detects that the eccentricity value ofthe outer tub rotating at the current rotation speed is greater than the limit eccentricity value; if the eccentricity of the outer tub running at the current rotation speed is greater than the impacteccentricity, then determining whether to perform eccentricity correction or not; if the eccentricity of the outer tub running at the current rotation speed is smaller than the impact eccentricity, then judging whether to continue to spin or not. By the eccentricity detection method, regulation of the eccentricity not enough to cause tub impact or the accidental eccentricity can be reduced, spinning time for dehydration can be shortened, and washing efficiency can be improved.
Owner:QINGDAO HAIER WASHING MASCH CO LTD +1

Washing machine and automatic put-in system of washing machine

The invention discloses a washing machine and an automatic put-in system of the washing machine. The system includes a water box, a distribution box, a detergent box and a negative-pressure extractionmechanism. A main water inlet pipeline and a detergent delivery pipeline are integrated on the water box, the distribution box is arranged in the water box and internally provided with at least one installation cavity used for placing the detergent box, a one-way ventilation structure and a liquid outlet are arranged on the detergent box, and the detergent box is installed in the installation cavity. When the detergent box is communicated with the detergent delivery pipeline, a liquid outlet is opened, and when the detergent box and the detergent delivery pipeline are disconnected, the liquidoutlet is closed. The negative-pressure extraction mechanism includes a Venturi tube arranged in a main water inlet pipeline, and liquid in the detergent box is extracted out through the detergent delivery pipeline and put in a wash bucket through negative pressure generated when water flow passes through an outlet of the Venturi tube. A user can replace the detergent box at will, different kindsof detergent are adopted according to the different types of clothes, the washing experience and efficiency are improved.
Owner:QINGDAO HAIER WASHING ELECTRIC APPLIANCES CO LTD +1

Spraying device and washing machine

The invention belongs to the technical field of washing machines, and particularly relates to a spraying device and a washing machine. The invention aims to solve the problem that an existing washing machine needs to perform rinsing and dewatering for multiple times to reduce residual stains and detergent on clothes, so that the washing time is long. The spraying device comprises a spraying head and a first water inlet branch pipe, wherein the first water inlet branch pipe is used for introducing clean water into the spraying head. A spraying opening of the spraying head sprays curtain-shaped water flow, the curtain-shaped water flow continuously sprays clothes, and the clean flowing water continuously replaces sewage containing the detergent and the stains in the clothes, so that the content of the residual detergent and stains in the clothes is gradually reduced, the rinsing frequency and time in the washing process are shortened, the total washing time is shortened, and the washing efficiency is improved; and electricity and water are saved, sewage discharge is reduced, and energy conservation and emission reduction are facilitated.
Owner:QINGDAO HAIER DRUM WASHING MACHINE +1

Water inlet valve and washing machine

The invention discloses a water inlet valve which comprises a valve. A water inlet and a water outlet are formed in the valve, a throttle channel is arranged in the valve, the water inlet and the water outlet can be communicated with each other via the throttle channel, and elastic elements for correspondingly adjusting the opening of the throttle channel along with pressure change of water flow at the water inlet are arranged at the throttle channel. The invention further discloses a washing machine with the water inlet valve. The water inlet valve and the washing machine have the advantagesthat the quantity of inlet water in water accommodating buckets of the washing machine can be controlled and regulated; the magnitude of the opening of the throttle channel can be adjusted by the aidof pressure difference of the water flow at the water inlet and water flow at the water outlet, accordingly, the water inlet valve and the washing machine have constant quantity of outlet water in a unit under total water pressures, water consumption of the washing machine can be reduced, and the washing efficiency can be enhanced.
Owner:CHONGQING HAIER WASHING MASCH CO LTD +1

Washing control method and washing machine

The invention provides a washing control method and a washing machine. The external cyclic flowing time of washing water in an outer barrel is determined according to the dirty degree of the washing water, thereby solving the problem that when the dirty degree of clothing is high, in the process that a circulating device pumps the washing water from the barrel bottom and sprays the washing water onto the clothing, the dirty components stripped from the washed clothing adhere to the clothing again and result in poor cleaning effect and low washing efficiency.
Owner:QINGDAO HAIER WASHING ELECTRIC APPLIANCES CO LTD +1

Sorting washer

The invention discloses a sorting washer, comprising a housing, and a controller, a clothes storage space, a washing space and a picking space which are arranged inside the housing. A plurality of sorting spaces for storing various clothes separately are arranged inside the clothes storage space. The sorting washer also comprises a first conveyer and a second conveyer; the first conveyer is used to convey clothes inside the sorting spaces to the washing space which is empty; the second conveyer is used to convey the washed clothes from the washing space to the picking space; the controller sets washing parameters according to the types of the clothes entering the washing space. The sorting spaces of clothes are integrated in the washer herein, so that sorted storage of clothes is achieved;sorted washing is carried out automatically, manual operation for sorted washing is not required, the washing process is simplified, washing time is shortened, and washing efficiency is improved.
Owner:GUANGDONG UNIV OF TECH

Washing machine with classified washing function and washing method

The invention provides a washing machine with a classified washing function. The washing machine comprises a washing barrel (1) used for washing clothes, and clothes storage boxes (2) used for storingclothes to be washed and conveying the clothes to be washed into the washing barrel (1). The structure integrating the washing drum and the clothes storage box is adopted, the washing work and clothes delivery do not affect each other and can be separately conducted at the same time, different kinds of clothes can be put in at the same time, automatic taking or putting and successive classified washing are realized, the waiting time is saved, and the washing efficiency and washing hygiene are improved.
Owner:GREE ELECTRIC APPLIANCES INC

Laundry reservation method and system

The invention discloses a laundry reservation method and system, relating to the technical field of resource sharing based on internet. The invention discloses a laundry reservation method and systemmatched with laundry equipment with a detachable laundry bucket aiming at deficiencies in the prior art. According to the technical key point, the method comprises the following steps: reserving a washing machine, selecting laundry parameters, sending the laundry parameters to a server; generating an order by virtue of the server, wherein the order at least include personal information of a user,a terminal ID number of the washing machine, washing parameters and the like; and reserving the washing machine by virtue of the washing machine, putting the laundry bucket into the laundry equipmentby the user, and inputting a starting instruction by the user, wherein the starting instruction is sent to the laundry equipment by the server.
Owner:BEIJING MR RACCOON TECH CO LTD

Color absorption sheet and preparation technology thereof

InactiveCN106268609ASolve the problem of not being able to wash togetherSolve the big problem of shufflingOther chemical processesAlkali metal oxides/hydroxidesAdhesiveCoconut oil
The invention provides a color absorption sheet, which comprises main components of an active solid cationic etherifying agent, a fluorocarbon surfactant, essence, an adhesive and coconut oil. The matching ratio of the main components is 25-50% of the active solid cationic etherifying agent, 25-50% of the fluorocarbon surfactant, 2-5% of essence, 2-5% of the adhesive, and 2-5% of coconut oil. The active solid cationic etherifying agent and the fluorocarbon surfactant are added at the same time, thereby broadening the color absorption range. Through addition of coconut oil, the washing ability is improved, the washing efficiency is increased, and the washing cost is reduced. The color absorption sheet has an effect of energy conservation and emission reduction.
Owner:徐州亿润环保科技有限公司

Laundry Machine

A novel-structure laundry machine that is capable of washing laundry using steam is disclosed. The laundry machine includes a machine body constituting the external appearance thereof, a drum mounted in the machine body for receiving laundry, a steam supply unit mounted in the machine body for generating steam, the steam supply unit being constructed to receive water for steam generation through the water inlet port exposed to the outside while the water inlet port communicates with one side of the machine body, and a primary steam supply part for supplying the steam generated in the steam supply unit into the drum.
Owner:LG ELECTRONICS INC

Washing machine drum

The invention discloses a washing machine drum, which comprises an outer drum, an inner drum positioned inside the outer drum and a raiser arranged in the inner drum. A clearance is reserved between the inner drum and the outer drum; the upper surface of the raiser is provided with a plurality of drain holes; the inner drum is provided with a plurality of water inlet holes which are communicated with the drain holes of the raiser; and meanwhile, the water inlet holes are communicated with the clearance between the inner drum and the outer drum, so that water in the clearance between the inner drum and the outer drum can flow in the water inlet holes and flow out from the drain holes to shower the water on clothes and improve the washing efficiency of the clothes.
Owner:NANJING LG PANDA APPLIANCES

Drum-type washing machine

The invention belongs to the technical field of washing machines, and specifically relates to a drum-type washing machine. The drum-type washing machine comprises a washing machine body and a washingmachine door body, wherein the washing machine body is provided with a drum, the opening part of the drum is arranged in the front of the washing machine body, the front of the washing machine body isprovided with a control panel, the inner surface of the washing machine door body is provided with an integral glass window which is tightly connected, the glass window corresponds to and is hermetically connected with the opening part of the drum, the washing machine door body is closed, and the front of the washing machine body is enabled to be integrally located at the inner side of the washing machine door body. The washing machine door body of the drum-type washing machine covers the whole front panel, so that the washing machine door body is avoided from protruding to the front of the washing machine, and the overall aesthetics of the washing machine is enabled to be improved. In addition, it is convenient for a user to open, and the user does not need to apply a great force, so that the drum-type washing machine is easy and convenient and good in applicability.
Owner:QINGDAO HAIER WASHING ELECTRIC APPLIANCES CO LTD +1

Washing tub and washing machine

The invention discloses a washing tub and a washing machine. The washing tub comprises an outer tub and a washing tub capable of being inserted into the outer tub. The outer tub comprises an outer tub body, a balancing ring assembly fixed at the top end of the outer tub body and a return spring with a spring cover. The washing tub comprises a washing tub body, a stirrer, a tub cover and a movable lifting handle. A lug boss on the inner wall of the outer tub body can be matched with a groove on the outer wall of the washing tub body, bulges distributed on the inner side bottom surface of the outer tub body can be matched with a slot on the bottom of the washing tub body, so that the stability and reliability of a connection rotating process of the insertion-type washing tub can be ensured, the transmission noise is decreased, the strength and durability of a transmission structure are improved, the insertion process of the washing tub is simplified, and the assembling and disassembling are facilitated. The relatively indepent washing environment avoids the cross infection of bacteria in the washing process, the washing safety is ensured, and the improved washing tub is particularly suitable for being installed and used on a public washing machine.
Owner:BEIJING MR RACCOON TECH CO LTD

Automatic washing machine external member and application method thereof

The invention relates to the field of intelligent household electrical appliance control technology, in particular to an automatic washing machine external member and an application method thereof. The external member comprises a wireless module and at least one washing machine in which an operation main board is arranged. The wireless module comprises a wireless network card and a microprocessor. According to the invention, the wireless module directly receives data transmitted by a server; after being processed by the microprocessor, the data is transmitted to the washing machine operation main boards in a serial port manner; and then the operation main boards are allowed to control the washing machines to clean the clothes. The specific operation process comprise steps of firstly pasting a corresponding sticker on a washing machine; using a cell phone to scan a two-dimensional code on the sticker; realizing opening of the assigned washing machine after successive payment; and finally performing automatic cleaning for the clothes. All in all, the improved external member is proper in design, simple in structure, low in improvement cost and simple to operate and clothes washing efficiency is increased.
Owner:HANGZHOU NAPA TECH
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