[0046] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention, but not to limit the present invention.
[0047] The present invention provides an air conditioner and a cleaning control method thereof. When it is detected that the indoor light intensity is less than a preset intensity, it is determined whether a shutdown instruction is received, and if the shutdown instruction is received, the air conditioner is controlled to perform washing and self-cleaning. Therefore, it is possible to control whether to perform water washing and self-cleaning according to the indoor light intensity and whether a shutdown command is received. In this way, when the user is sleeping, the discomfort caused to the user by the air conditioner during the cleaning of the filter screen can be avoided, thereby improving the user experience.
[0048] Reference figure 1 In one embodiment, the cleaning control method of the air conditioner includes the following steps:
[0049] Step S10, if the air conditioner meets the washing and cleaning conditions, detect the indoor light intensity;
[0050] In the first embodiment, such as figure 2 Shown in the above figure 1 On the basis shown, the step S10 includes:
[0051] Step S101: Obtain the first accumulated operating time of the air conditioner in the cooling, dehumidifying or air supply mode of operation;
[0052] In this embodiment, the first cumulative operating time starts when the air conditioner is first turned on and starts to count when it is running in the cooling, dehumidifying or air supply mode. When it is turned off, the timing is stopped and the running time is recorded. , Dehumidification or air supply mode, continue to accumulate running time. After the air conditioner completes washing and self-cleaning, the accumulated running time is cleared. Of course, it can be understood that, in other embodiments, the accumulated running time does not need to be cleared, but can be accumulated all the time. Specifically, it can be set reasonably according to actual needs, and the present invention does not specifically limit this.
[0053] Step S102: If the first accumulated operating time meets the first predetermined time, when a cooling/dehumidifying instruction is received, the indoor light intensity is detected.
[0054] In this embodiment, the first predetermined time can be set to 60 hours. Of course, in other embodiments, the first predetermined time can be set to other values, and is not limited to the values listed in this embodiment.
[0055] Since the air conditioner generates condensed water in the cooling/dehumidification mode, the condensed water can be used to clean the air conditioner's filter. When the air conditioner is in the cooling, dehumidifying or air supply mode, if the accumulated running time reaches the first predetermined time, there are two situations at this time. One is that the air conditioner is off, and if the cooling/dehumidifying command is received, the air conditioner The air conditioner satisfies the control conditions for washing and self-cleaning. At this time, the indoor light intensity can be detected; the second is that the air conditioner has been in the previous cooling or dehumidifying state. When the air conditioner continues to this state for the second predetermined time, the air conditioner is indicated Meet the control conditions for washing and self-cleaning, at this time, the indoor light intensity can be detected. Because when the indoor light intensity is low, the user is more likely to be in a state of sleep and rest; and if the indoor light intensity is high, it indicates that the user is more likely to have no sleep and rest at this time. Therefore, you can check the indoor light intensity The size of the air conditioner is judged by this condition to determine whether the filter needs to be self-cleaned immediately when the air conditioner meets the control conditions for washing and self-cleaning. In this way, it is possible to avoid the user's discomfort caused by the noise and dust caused by the air conditioner's filter cleaning during the sleep process.
[0056] Wherein, in a preferred embodiment, the preset threshold value of the first predetermined time of the first water washing and self-cleaning is greater than the preset threshold value of the re-cleaning. When the user uses the air conditioner for the first time, there is no dust accumulation on the air conditioner filter, so it can extend the cleaning time of the air conditioner; and after using the air conditioner for a period of time, even after the last filter cleaning, it may not be able to The filter is cleaned thoroughly, so the interval between the next air conditioning self-cleaning can be shortened. In this way, the self-cleaning effect of the air conditioner can be improved.
[0057] In the second embodiment, such as image 3 Shown in the above figure 1 or figure 2 On the basis shown, the step S10 includes:
[0058] Step S103: If the first accumulated operating time meets the first predetermined time, when a cooling/dehumidifying instruction is received, obtain the indoor environment temperature and indoor environment humidity during the operation of the air conditioner;
[0059] Step S104: When the indoor environmental temperature and indoor environmental humidity meet preset conditions, detect the indoor light intensity.
[0060] In this embodiment, when the first cumulative operating time meets the first predetermined time, the air conditioner determines whether a cooling/dehumidification instruction is received, and if so, it obtains the indoor environment temperature and indoor environment during the operation of the air conditioner in real time or at regular intervals And further determine whether the indoor environmental temperature and indoor environmental humidity meet the preset conditions. When the indoor environmental temperature and/or indoor environmental humidity reach the predetermined threshold range, it indicates that the condensed water generated during the cooling or dehumidification of the air conditioner can be The filter is washed and self-cleaned. Therefore, at this time, the air conditioner can be controlled to pump the condensed water generated during the cooling/dehumidification process into the dust box to wash the filter.
[0061] Of course, in other embodiments, it is not limited to the two parameters of indoor environment temperature and indoor environment humidity, and can also be controlled in other ways, which is not limited in the present invention.
[0062] Step S20: If the indoor light intensity is less than the preset intensity, when a shutdown instruction is received, the air conditioner is controlled to perform washing and self-cleaning.
[0063] In this embodiment, the preset intensity may be set to 10 lx (lux). When the indoor light intensity is less than 10 lx, it indicates that the indoor light is relatively dark. Of course, in other embodiments, other values can be set reasonably according to actual needs, and the present invention does not specifically limit this.
[0064] In one embodiment, when the air conditioner determines that the light intensity is less than the preset intensity, it indicates that the user is in a state of sleep and rest. If the air conditioner receives a shutdown command, it indicates that the user is more likely to leave the room. Therefore, At this time, the air conditioner can be controlled to perform washing and self-cleaning to avoid the discomfort of the air conditioner to the user in the process of cleaning the filter.
[0065] The air conditioner cleaning control method provided by the present invention detects the indoor light intensity when the air conditioner meets the washing and cleaning conditions, and when the indoor light intensity is less than the preset intensity, it is determined whether a shutdown instruction is received, and if the shutdown instruction is received , Then control the air conditioner to wash and self-clean. In this way, when the user is sleeping, the discomfort caused to the user by the air conditioner during the cleaning of the filter screen can be avoided, thereby improving the user experience.
[0066] In one embodiment, such as Figure 4 Shown in the above figure 1 Based on what is shown, after the step S10, the method further includes:
[0067] Step S30: If the indoor light intensity is less than the preset intensity, control the air conditioner to perform washing and self-cleaning when the shutdown instruction is not received within the preset time when the air conditioner continues to operate.
[0068] In this embodiment, when the air conditioner judges that the light intensity is less than the preset intensity, it means that the user is in a state of sleep and rest. If the air conditioner continues to run for a preset time such as 10h and still does not receive a shutdown command, it means that this time The user is more likely to be in normal activities and not sleeping. Therefore, the air conditioner can be forced to perform washing and self-cleaning to ensure that the air conditioner can perform self-cleaning regularly, thereby improving the cleanliness of the air conditioner filter.
[0069] In one embodiment, such as Figure 5 Shown in the above figure 2 Based on what is shown, after the step S101, the method further includes:
[0070] Step S105: If the air conditioner continuously operates for cooling/dehumidifying for a second predetermined time after the first accumulated operating time meets the first predetermined time, then detecting the indoor light intensity.
[0071] In this embodiment, after the accumulative running time of the air conditioner reaches the first predetermined time, it does not shut down or start, but continues to run the current cooling or dehumidification mode until the second predetermined time, such as 10h. The control condition of washing and self-cleaning, at this time, the indoor light intensity can be detected.
[0072] In one embodiment, such as Image 6 Shown in the above figure 1 Based on what is shown, after the step S10, the method further includes:
[0073] Step S40: When the indoor light intensity is greater than or equal to the preset intensity, control the air conditioner to perform water washing and self-cleaning first and then dry brushing.
[0074] In this embodiment, when the air conditioner judges that the indoor light intensity is greater than or equal to the preset intensity, it means that it is more likely to be during the day, that is, the user is less likely to be in a sleep state. Therefore, the air conditioner can be controlled. The filter is washed and self-cleaned, and dry brushing can be performed after the washing is completed, so that the residue on the filter screen can be removed more thoroughly.
[0075] The present invention also provides an air conditioner 100, with reference to Figure 7 In an embodiment, the air conditioner 100 includes:
[0076] The detection module 10 is used to detect the indoor light intensity if the air conditioner meets the washing and cleaning conditions;
[0077] In the first embodiment, such as Figure 8 Shown in the above Figure 7 Based on what is shown, the detection module 10 includes:
[0078] The obtaining unit 101 is configured to obtain the first accumulated operating time of the air conditioner in cooling, dehumidifying or air supply mode;
[0079] In this embodiment, the first cumulative operating time starts when the air conditioner is first turned on and starts to count when it is running in the cooling, dehumidifying or air supply mode. When it is turned off, the timing is stopped and the running time is recorded. , Dehumidification or air supply mode, continue to accumulate running time. After the air conditioner completes washing and self-cleaning, the accumulated running time is cleared. Of course, it can be understood that, in other embodiments, the accumulated running time does not need to be cleared, but can be accumulated all the time. Specifically, it can be set reasonably according to actual needs, and the present invention does not specifically limit this.
[0080] The detecting unit 102 is configured to detect the indoor light intensity when the cooling/dehumidifying instruction is received if the first accumulated operating time meets the first predetermined time.
[0081] In this embodiment, the first predetermined time can be set to 60 hours. Of course, in other embodiments, the first predetermined time can be set to other values, and is not limited to the values listed in this embodiment.
[0082] Since the air conditioner generates condensed water in the cooling/dehumidification mode, the condensed water can be used to clean the air conditioner's filter. When the air conditioner is in the cooling, dehumidifying or air supply mode, if the accumulated running time reaches the first predetermined time, there are two situations at this time. One is that the air conditioner is off, and if the cooling/dehumidifying command is received, the air conditioner The air conditioner satisfies the control conditions for washing and self-cleaning. At this time, the indoor light intensity can be detected; the second is that the air conditioner has been in the previous cooling or dehumidifying state. When the air conditioner continues to this state for the second predetermined time, the air conditioner is indicated Meet the control conditions for washing and self-cleaning, at this time, the indoor light intensity can be detected. Because when the indoor light intensity is low, the user is more likely to be in a state of sleep and rest; and if the indoor light intensity is high, it indicates that the user is more likely to have no sleep and rest at this time. Therefore, you can check the indoor light intensity The size of the air conditioner is judged by this condition to determine whether the filter needs to be self-cleaned immediately when the air conditioner meets the control conditions for washing and self-cleaning. In this way, it is possible to avoid the user's discomfort caused by the noise and dust caused by the air conditioner's filter cleaning during the sleep process.
[0083] Wherein, in a preferred embodiment, the preset threshold value of the first predetermined time of the first water washing and self-cleaning is greater than the preset threshold value of the re-cleaning. When the user uses the air conditioner for the first time, there is no dust accumulation on the air conditioner filter, so it can extend the cleaning time of the air conditioner; and after using the air conditioner for a period of time, even after the last filter cleaning, it may not be able to The filter is cleaned thoroughly, so the interval between the next air conditioning self-cleaning can be shortened. In this way, the self-cleaning effect of the air conditioner can be improved.
[0084] In the second embodiment, such as Figure 8 As shown, the acquiring unit 101 is further configured to:
[0085] If the first accumulated operating time meets the first predetermined time, acquiring the indoor environment temperature and indoor environment humidity during the operation of the air conditioner when the cooling/dehumidification instruction is received;
[0086] The detection unit 102 is further configured to detect the indoor light intensity when the indoor environmental temperature and indoor environmental humidity meet preset conditions.
[0087] In this embodiment, when the first cumulative operating time meets the first predetermined time, the air conditioner determines whether a cooling/dehumidification instruction is received, and if so, it obtains the indoor environment temperature and indoor environment during the operation of the air conditioner in real time or at regular intervals And further determine whether the indoor environmental temperature and indoor environmental humidity meet the preset conditions. When the indoor environmental temperature and/or indoor environmental humidity reach the predetermined threshold range, it indicates that the condensed water generated during the cooling or dehumidification of the air conditioner can be The filter is washed and self-cleaned. Therefore, at this time, the air conditioner can be controlled to pump the condensed water generated during the cooling/dehumidification process into the dust box to wash the filter.
[0088] Of course, in other embodiments, it is not limited to the two parameters of indoor environment temperature and indoor environment humidity, and can also be controlled in other ways, which is not limited in the present invention.
[0089] The control module 20 is configured to control the air conditioner to perform water washing and self-cleaning if the indoor light intensity is less than the preset intensity, when a shutdown instruction is received.
[0090] In this embodiment, the preset intensity may be set to 10 lx (lux). When the indoor light intensity is less than 10 lx, it indicates that the indoor light is relatively dark. Of course, in other embodiments, other values can be set reasonably according to actual needs, and the present invention does not specifically limit this.
[0091] In one embodiment, when the air conditioner determines that the light intensity is less than the preset intensity, it indicates that the user is in a state of sleep and rest. If the air conditioner receives a shutdown command, it indicates that the user is more likely to leave the room. Therefore, At this time, the air conditioner can be controlled to perform washing and self-cleaning to avoid the discomfort of the air conditioner to the user in the process of cleaning the filter.
[0092] Since the air conditioner 100 generates condensed water in the cooling/dehumidifying mode, the condensed water can be used to clean the filter of the air conditioner 100. details as follows:
[0093] Reference Picture 9 with Picture 10 The air conditioner 100 is provided with a water receiving pan 18 below the evaporator (not shown) for collecting the condensed water falling from the evaporator. The water receiving tray 18 is provided with a water outlet 181 communicating with the outside, and the water in the water receiving tray 18 can be discharged to the outdoors through the water outlet 181. The water pump (not shown in the figure) can pump the water in the drain pan 18 into the dust collecting box 313, so that the water condensed on the evaporator and dropped into the drain pan 18 can be fully utilized. Similarly, the water in the dust box 313 can be drained to the outside through a drain (not shown), so that the water in the dust box 313 can be replaced.
[0094] A filter mesh rotating shaft is arranged above the opening of the dust box 313 to drive the filter mesh 22 to move and pass through the rolling brush 311 provided in the opening of the dust box 313. Since the roller brush 311 is soaked in rolling contact with the filter screen 22, the dust and other blockages on the filter screen 22 can adhere to the roller brush 311, so that the filter screen 22 can be cleaned and prevent the blockages such as dust from moving to the air conditioner 100 other places affect the normal operation of the air conditioner 100. In addition, the dust adhering to the roller brush 311 can be dissolved in the water of the dust box 313 during the rolling process of the roller brush 311, and the cleaning function of the roller brush 311 is also maintained.
[0095] In this embodiment, the dust box can be washed once with water first, and then the dust box can be cleaned again. Of course, the specific times can be set reasonably according to actual needs, and the comparison of the present invention is not specifically limited.
[0096] The air conditioner provided by the present invention detects the indoor light intensity when the air conditioner meets the washing and cleaning conditions, and when the indoor light intensity is less than the preset intensity, it is determined whether a shutdown instruction is received, and if the shutdown instruction is received, control The air conditioner is washed and self-cleaned. In this way, when the user is sleeping, the discomfort caused to the user by the air conditioner during the cleaning of the filter screen can be avoided, thereby improving the user experience.
[0097] In one embodiment, such as Figure 7 As shown, the control module 20 is also used for:
[0098] If the indoor light intensity is less than the preset intensity, the air conditioner is controlled to perform washing and self-cleaning when the shutdown instruction is not received within the preset time when the air conditioner continues to operate.
[0099] In this embodiment, when the air conditioner judges that the light intensity is less than the preset intensity, it means that the user is in a state of sleep and rest. If the air conditioner continues to run for a preset time such as 10h and still does not receive a shutdown command, it means that this time The user is more likely to be in normal activities and not sleeping. Therefore, the air conditioner can be forced to perform washing and self-cleaning to ensure that the air conditioner can perform self-cleaning regularly, thereby improving the cleanliness of the air conditioner filter.
[0100] In this embodiment, the dust box can be washed once with water first, and then the dust box can be cleaned again. Of course, the specific times can be set reasonably according to actual needs, and the comparison of the present invention is not specifically limited.
[0101] In one embodiment, such as Figure 7 As shown, the detection module 10 is also used for:
[0102] If the first accumulated operating time meets the first predetermined time, and the air conditioner continuously operates for cooling/dehumidifying for the second predetermined time, the indoor light intensity is detected.
[0103] In this embodiment, after the accumulative running time of the air conditioner reaches the first predetermined time, it does not shut down or start, but continues to run the current cooling or dehumidification mode until the second predetermined time, such as 10h. The control condition of washing and self-cleaning, at this time, the indoor light intensity can be detected.
[0104] In one embodiment, such as Figure 7 As shown, the control module 20 is also used for:
[0105] When the indoor light intensity is greater than or equal to the preset intensity, the air conditioner is controlled to perform water washing and self-cleaning before dry brushing.
[0106] In this embodiment, when the air conditioner judges that the indoor light intensity is greater than or equal to the preset intensity, it means that it is more likely to be during the day, that is, the user is less likely to be in a sleep state. Therefore, the air conditioner can be controlled. The filter is washed and self-cleaned, and after the washing is completed, the dust box is cleaned, and then dry brushed, so that the residue on the filter screen can be removed more thoroughly.
[0107] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present invention, and do not limit the scope of the present invention. Any equivalent structure or equivalent process transformation made using the content of the description and drawings of the present invention, or directly or indirectly applied to other related technical fields , The same reason is included in the scope of patent protection of the present invention.
