Cleaning machine

By designing a water storage container, mixing valve, and water outlet assembly into the cleaning machine, the problem of existing cleaning machines being unable to adapt to municipal water supply systems has been solved, enabling the use of both ambient and hot water, thus improving the applicability and reliability of the cleaning machine.

CN223491538UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-31FOSHAN SHUNDE MIDEA WASHING APPLIANCES MANUFACTURING CO LTD +1
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Application Number
CN202422926399.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-28
Publication Date
2025-10-31
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-28

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Technical Problem

Existing cleaning machines cannot be directly adapted to the ambient temperature and hot water supplied by municipal water supply systems, resulting in insufficient applicability.

Method used

A cleaning machine has been designed, comprising a water storage container, a mixing valve, and a water outlet assembly. The water storage container includes a first water tank and a second water tank, which are respectively used to connect to an external hot water source and a normal temperature water source. The water is mixed by the mixing valve and then supplied to the user. The machine is also equipped with a sterilization assembly and a drainage assembly to improve its applicability and reliability.

Benefits of technology

The cleaning machine can be directly adapted to both ambient and hot water supplied by the municipal water supply system, improving its applicability. The sterilization component ensures water quality safety, and the drainage component extends its service life.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a cleaning machine. The cleaning machine comprises a water storage container, a water mixing valve and a water outlet assembly, the water storage container comprises a first water tank and a second water tank, the first water tank is provided with a first water cavity, the second water tank is provided with a second water cavity, the first water cavity is used for being communicated with an external hot water source, and the second water cavity is used for being communicated with an external normal-temperature water source; the water mixing valve is respectively communicated with the first water cavity and the second water cavity; one end of the water outlet assembly is communicated with the water mixing valve, and the other end of the water outlet assembly is used for being communicated with a water using end. The cleaning machine can be directly matched with a water supply system to supply normal-temperature water and hot water, and the applicability of the cleaning machine is high.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electrical technology, and in particular to a cleaning machine. Background Technology

[0002] In some cities, municipal water supply systems provide household water at room temperature and hot water directly through centralized water stations for drinking, washing, and other purposes. However, current technology lacks cleaning machines that can directly adapt to this water supply method. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a cleaning machine that can directly adapt to the water supply system that provides both room temperature and hot water. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this utility model is to propose a cleaning machine that can be directly adapted to a water supply system that supplies both room temperature and hot water, making the cleaning machine highly adaptable.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the cleaning machine proposed in this utility model includes:

[0005] A water storage container includes a first water tank and a second water tank. The first water tank has a first water cavity, and the second water tank has a second water cavity. The first water cavity is used to communicate with an external hot water source, and the second water cavity is used to communicate with an external ambient temperature water source.

[0006] A mixing valve, connected to both the first water chamber and the second water chamber; and

[0007] A water outlet assembly, one end of which is connected to the mixing valve, and the other end of which is connected to the water user.

[0008] In one embodiment, the water outlet assembly includes a first pipeline and a first pump body. One end of the first pipeline is connected to the mixing valve, and the other end of the first pipeline is used to connect to the water user. The first pump body is disposed on the first pipeline.

[0009] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine further includes a drainage assembly connected to the first pipeline, and the cleaning machine is used to drain the remaining water after washing through the drainage assembly.

[0010] In one embodiment, the drainage assembly includes a second pipe and a first valve body. One end of the second pipe is connected to the lower end of the first pipe, and the other end of the second pipe is located below the first pipe and is used to drain water outward. The first valve body is located on the second pipe.

[0011] In one embodiment, the connection point between one end of the second pipeline and the first pipeline is located between the first pump body and the water-using end;

[0012] And / or, the drainage assembly is located below the water storage container.

[0013] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine has a washing mode. In the washing mode, the outlet of the mixing valve is open, the first pump body is running, the first valve body is closed, and the water in the first water chamber and / or the second water chamber flows sequentially through the mixing valve and the first pump body to the water-using end.

[0014] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine has a drainage mode in which the outlet of the mixing valve is open, the first pump body is not running, the first valve body is open, and the water in the first water chamber, the second water chamber, and the first pipeline flows through the first valve body and is discharged outward from the other end of the second pipeline.

[0015] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine further includes a sterilization component disposed on the water outlet component for sterilizing the water discharged from the water outlet component.

[0016] In one embodiment, the sterilization component includes a housing and a UV lamp. The housing has a mounting cavity, and the UV lamp is disposed in the mounting cavity, forming a water passage between the UV lamp and the inner wall of the housing. The water passage is connected in series with the water outlet component.

[0017] In one embodiment, the water storage container includes a first float assembly disposed in the first water cavity for detecting the water level in the first water cavity;

[0018] And / or, the water storage container includes a second float assembly disposed in the second water cavity for detecting the water level in the second water cavity.

[0019] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine further includes a first water inlet valve and a second water inlet valve, wherein the first water chamber is connected to an external hot water source through the first water inlet valve, and the second water chamber is connected to an external ambient temperature water source through the second water inlet valve.

[0020] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine further includes a first one-way valve and a second one-way valve. The first one-way valve is disposed on the pipeline between the first water inlet valve and the first water chamber, and the first one-way valve flows unidirectionally from one side of the first water inlet valve to the first water chamber. The second one-way valve is disposed on the pipeline between the second water inlet valve and the second water chamber, and the second one-way valve flows unidirectionally from one side of the second water inlet valve to the second water chamber.

[0021] In one embodiment, the first water tank and the second water tank are an integral structure, and the mixing valve is located on the water storage container.

[0022] In one embodiment, the first water tank and the second water tank are an integral structure. The first water tank is provided with a first water outlet communicating with the first water cavity, and the second water tank is provided with a second water outlet communicating with the second water cavity. The water storage container is provided with an installation hole, which is respectively connected to the first water outlet and the second water outlet. The mixing valve is located in the installation hole.

[0023] The cleaning machine of this utility model includes a water storage container, a mixing valve, and a water outlet assembly. The water storage container includes a first water tank and a second water tank. The first water tank has a first water chamber, and the second water tank has a second water chamber. The first water chamber is connected to an external hot water source, allowing hot water supplied by the municipal water supply system to flow into the first water chamber. The second water chamber is connected to an external ambient temperature water source, allowing ambient temperature water supplied by the municipal water supply system to flow into the second water chamber. The mixing valve is connected to both the first and second water chambers to mix the hot water in the first water chamber and the ambient temperature water in the second water chamber according to usage requirements. The mixed water flows along the water outlet assembly to the user's end for cleaning. Therefore, this utility model provides a new cleaning machine that can directly adapt to both ambient temperature and hot water supplied by the water supply system, exhibiting strong applicability. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the cleaning machine provided by this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the washing machine in washing mode;

[0027] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the cleaning machine in drainage mode;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second embodiment of the cleaning machine provided by this utility model;

[0029] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of the washing machine in washing mode;

[0030] Figure 6 for Figure 4A schematic diagram of the cleaning machine in drainage mode.

[0031] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0032] 10. Cleaning machine;

[0033] 100. Water storage container; 101. First float assembly; 102. Second float assembly; 103. Water outlet; 110. First water chamber; 120. Second water chamber; 130. First water tank; 140. Second water tank;

[0034] 200. Mixing valve;

[0035] 300. Water outlet assembly; 310. First pipeline; 320. First pump body;

[0036] 400. Drainage assembly; 410. Second pipeline; 420. First valve body;

[0037] 500. Sterilization components.

[0038] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0039] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0040] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0041] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0042] This utility model proposes a cleaning machine that can be directly adapted to both room temperature and hot water supplied by the water supply system, making the cleaning machine highly adaptable.

[0043] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 4 In an embodiment of this utility model, the cleaning machine 10 includes a water storage container 100, a mixing valve 200, and a water outlet assembly 300. The water storage container 100 includes a first water tank 130 and a second water tank 140. The first water tank 130 has a first water cavity 110, and the second water tank 140 has a second water cavity 120. The first water cavity 110 is used to communicate with an external hot water source, and the second water cavity 120 is used to communicate with an external ambient temperature water source. The mixing valve 200 is respectively connected to the first water cavity 110 and the second water cavity 120. One end of the water outlet assembly 300 is connected to the mixing valve 200, and the other end of the water outlet assembly 300 is used to communicate with the water user.

[0044] Understandably, the cleaning machine 10 can be used as a household appliance or a commercial appliance. Its uses are varied; for example, it can be used as a shower machine for users to bathe, or as a cleaning device for appliances, furniture, etc. The specific application is not limited. The dotted arrows in the accompanying diagram indicate the direction of water flow.

[0045] Furthermore, both the first water tank 130 and the second water tank 140 are used for storing water, and the first water tank 130 and the second water tank 140 can be of a separate structure (e.g., Figure 4 (as shown); or, the first water tank 130 and the second water tank 140 are an integral structure (as shown). Figure 1(As shown). When the first water tank 130 and the second water tank 140 are separate structures, they are convenient to manufacture and install separately, and it is also convenient to maintain or clean either one. When the first water tank 130 and the second water tank 140 are an integrated structure, the water storage container 100 has a compact structure. The integrated design reduces the amount of materials used and the installation cost, and the structure is more robust.

[0046] Furthermore, the first water chamber 110 of the first water tank 130 is connected to an external hot water source to store hot water flowing from the municipal water supply system. This means the external hot water source provides hot water to the municipal water supply system. Hot water typically refers to water with a temperature between 40 and 80 degrees Celsius. However, the specific temperature range may vary depending on the region, and the specific temperature of the hot water is not limited. The second water chamber 120 of the second water tank 140 is connected to an external ambient temperature water source to store ambient temperature water flowing from the municipal water supply system. This means the external ambient temperature water source provides ambient temperature water to the municipal water supply system. Ambient temperature water is tap water, typically with a temperature between 10 and 25 degrees Celsius. The specific temperature is affected by the season and environment; in winter, the ambient temperature water is lower, and in summer, it is higher. The specific temperature of the ambient temperature water is not limited.

[0047] Furthermore, the mixing valve 200 can be located outside the water storage container 100, or it can be located on the water storage container 100. The specific installation location is not limited, as long as the mixing valve 200 can connect to both the first water chamber 110 and the second water chamber 120. The mixing valve 200 can be a mechanical thermostatic valve or an electronic thermostatic valve; the specific configuration can be determined as needed and is not limited here. By setting the mixing valve 200, the hot water in the first water chamber 110 and the room temperature water in the second water chamber 120 can be mixed according to usage requirements to meet the user's water temperature needs.

[0048] Furthermore, the water outlet assembly 300 is connected to the mixing valve 200 to discharge the mixed water to the user. The water outlet assembly 300 may include a water outlet component 103, which includes, but is not limited to, a faucet, a shower head, etc.; of course, the water outlet assembly 300 may also exclude the water outlet component 103, and users can configure suitable faucets, shower heads, etc. according to their own needs.

[0049] The cleaning machine 10 of this utility model includes a water storage container 100, a mixing valve 200, and a water outlet assembly 300. The water storage container 100 includes a first water tank 130 and a second water tank 140. The first water tank 130 has a first water chamber 110, and the second water tank 140 has a second water chamber 120. The first water chamber 110 is used to connect with an external hot water source, so that hot water provided by the municipal water supply system can flow into the first water chamber 110. The second water chamber 120 is used to connect with an external ambient temperature water source, so that ambient temperature water provided by the municipal water supply system can flow into the second water chamber 120. The mixing valve 200 is connected to the first water chamber 110 and the second water chamber 120 respectively, so as to mix the hot water in the first water chamber 110 and the ambient temperature water in the second water chamber 120 according to the usage requirements. The mixed water flows along the water outlet assembly 300 to the water-using end for the user to use for cleaning. Therefore, this utility model provides a new cleaning machine 10, which can be directly adapted to room temperature water and hot water supplied by the water supply system, and the cleaning machine 10 has strong applicability.

[0050] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 4 In this embodiment, the water outlet assembly 300 includes a first pipe 310 and a first pump body 320. One end of the first pipe 310 is connected to the mixing valve 200, and the other end of the first pipe 310 is connected to the water-using end. The first pump body 320 is mounted on the first pipe 310. It is understood that by providing the first pump body 320, the water mixed by the mixing valve 200 can be pumped along the first pipe 310 to the water-using end, providing a strong water flow and improving the cleaning capacity of the cleaning machine 10. Furthermore, a water outlet component 103 can be installed at the water outlet end of the first pipe 310 for user convenience.

[0051] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine 10 further includes a drainage component 400, which is connected to the first pipe 310. The cleaning machine 10 is used to drain the remaining water after washing through the drainage component 400. It is understood that after the cleaning machine 10 finishes washing, water remains in the first water chamber 110 and the second water chamber 120 of the water storage container 100, and water also remains in the first pipe 310 of the water outlet component 300. If the cleaning machine 10 is not used for a long time, the water remaining in the water chambers and pipes can easily breed bacteria and corrode the container and pipes, affecting the service life of the cleaning machine 10. Therefore, the cleaning machine 10 in this solution is equipped with a drainage component 400, which is connected to the first pipeline 310. The water remaining after washing in the first water chamber 110 and / or the second water chamber 120 can flow into the first pipeline 310. The water remaining after washing in the first pipeline 310 can flow through the discharge component and be discharged outward, so as to realize the function of the cleaning machine 10 to discharge the water remaining after washing, thereby improving the reliability and service life of the cleaning machine 10.

[0052] In one embodiment, the drainage assembly 400 includes a second pipe 410 and a first valve body 420. One end of the second pipe 410 is connected to the lower end of the first pipe 310, and the other end of the second pipe 410 is located below the first pipe 310 and used for draining water outwards. The first valve body 420 is located on the second pipe 410. It is understood that when the washing machine 10 is in washing mode, the water outlet assembly 300 drains water towards the water-using end, at which time the first valve body 420 is closed; when the washing machine 10 is in drainage mode, the first valve body 420 is open, and water in the second pipe 410 can be discharged outwards. This solution, by connecting the second pipe 410 to the lower end of the first pipe 310 and placing the water outlet of the second pipe 410 below the first pipe 310, allows water in the first pipe 310 to flow into the second pipe 410 under gravity and then be discharged outwards along the second pipe 410, thus improving the smoothness of drainage.

[0053] In one embodiment, the connection point between one end of the second pipe 410 and the first pipe 310 is located between the first pump body 320 and the water-using end. This arrangement ensures that the connection point between the second pipe 410 and the first pipe 310 is downstream of the first pump body 320. The remaining water in the first water chamber 110 and the second water chamber 120 after washing can flow completely through the first pump body 320 into the second pipe 410, thus preventing the first pump body 320 from obstructing water flow and reducing water residue in the first pump body 320, which facilitates the discharge of remaining water after washing.

[0054] In one embodiment, the drainage component 400 is located below the water storage container 100. This arrangement ensures that the remaining water in the water storage container 100 after washing can flow smoothly into the drainage component 400 under the influence of gravity and then be discharged outwards, thus improving the smoothness of drainage.

[0055] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 5 In one embodiment, the cleaning machine 10 has a washing mode. In the washing mode, the outlet of the mixing valve 200 is open, the first pump body 320 is running, the first valve body 420 is closed, and the water in the first water chamber 110 and / or the second water chamber 120 flows sequentially through the mixing valve 200 and the first pump body 320 before flowing to the water-using end.

[0056] Understandably, the cleaning machine 10 also includes a control module, which is connected to the mixing valve 200, the first pump body 320 and the first valve body 420, for controlling the opening degree of the mixing valve 200, and controlling the opening or closing of the first pump body 320 and the first valve body 420.

[0057] In this solution, the washing mode is the normal water output mode of the washing machine 10. After receiving the washing signal, the control module controls the outlet of the mixing valve 200 to open, controls the first pump body 320 to run, and controls the first valve body 420 to close, so that the washing machine 10 is in the washing mode. Specifically, in the washing mode, an external hot water source provides hot water to the first water chamber 110, and an external ambient temperature water source provides ambient temperature water to the second water chamber 120. The mixing valve 200 mixes the hot water and the ambient temperature water, and the mixed water is pumped to the water-using end by the first pump body 320 for user washing.

[0058] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 6 In one embodiment, the cleaning machine 10 has a drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the outlet of the mixing valve 200 is open, the first pump body 320 is not running, the first valve body 420 is open, and the water in the first water chamber 110, the second water chamber 120 and the first pipeline 310 flows through the first valve body 420 and is discharged outward from the other end of the second pipeline 410.

[0059] It is understandable that the drainage mode is the mode in which the cleaning machine 10 discharges the remaining water after washing. After receiving the drainage signal, the control module controls the outlet of the mixing valve 200 to open, controls the first pump body 320 to stop running, and controls the first valve body 420 to open, so that the cleaning machine 10 is in the drainage mode.

[0060] Specifically, in the drainage mode, the water remaining after washing in the first water chamber 110 and / or the second water chamber 120 flows sequentially through the mixing valve 200, the first pump body 320 and the first valve body 420 before being discharged out of the second pipeline 410, and the water remaining after washing in the first pipeline 310 flows to the first valve body 420 before being discharged out of the second pipeline 410. This can prevent bacteria from growing inside the cleaning machine 10 and improve the reliability of the cleaning machine 10.

[0061] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 4 In this embodiment, the cleaning machine 10 further includes a sterilization component 500, which is disposed on the water outlet component 300 to sterilize the water discharged from the water outlet component 300. It is understood that the sterilization component 500 includes, but is not limited to, ultraviolet sterilizers, ozone generators, electrolytic sterilizers, etc. By providing the sterilization component 500, the water discharged from the water outlet component 300 can be sterilized, ensuring that the water flowing out of the water outlet component 300 is sterile or contains few bacteria; that is, the water discharged from the cleaning machine 10 is clean and hygienic.

[0062] In one embodiment, the sterilization component 500 includes a housing and a UV lamp. The housing has a mounting cavity, and the UV lamp is disposed in the mounting cavity and forms a water passage between the UV lamp and the inner wall of the housing. The water passage is connected in series with the water outlet component 300.

[0063] As is understood, a UV lamp, or ultraviolet lamp tube, kills bacteria and viruses by emitting ultraviolet light to irradiate water, thereby destroying their DNA. The sterilization component 500 includes a housing connected in series with the first pipe 310. The UV lamp is housed within the housing, and a water passage is formed between the outer wall of the UV lamp and the inner wall of the housing. Water in the first pipe 310 flows through this water passage, and the UV lamp irradiates the water within it, achieving the sterilization function. The sterilized water then flows along the first pipe 310 to the user's end for use.

[0064] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the water storage container 100 includes a first float assembly 101 disposed in the first water cavity 110 for detecting the water level in the first water cavity 110; and / or, the water storage container 100 includes a second float assembly 102 disposed in the second water cavity 120 for detecting the water level in the second water cavity 120.

[0065] It is understood that the first water chamber 110 has a first opening, and the first float assembly 101 is located at the first opening to detect the water level in the first water chamber 110; correspondingly, the second water chamber 120 has a second opening, and the second float assembly 102 is located at the second opening to detect the water level in the second water chamber 120. The structures of the first float assembly 101 and the second float assembly 102 can be the same or different, and are not specifically limited here. In this solution, the structures of the first float assembly 101 and the second float assembly 102 are the same. The first float assembly 101 includes a float and a level gauge. The level gauge is horizontally arranged at the first opening of the first water chamber 110. One end of the float is hinged to the level gauge, and the other end of the float is rotatably arranged relative to the level gauge. When the water level in the first water chamber 110 changes, the other end of the float floats with the change in water level. The float contains a magnetic component, and the level gauge has a reed switch. The float moves the magnetic component up and down, and the reed switch continuously senses the float's position changes. When the water level in the first water chamber 110 drops, the float and magnet drop together with the liquid level, the magnet moves away from the reed switch, and the reed switch is triggered to send a signal corresponding to the water level. When the water level in the first water chamber 110 rises, the float and magnet rise together with the liquid level, the magnet approaches the reed switch, causing the reed switch to close, and sending a signal corresponding to the water level. This setup enables the detection of the water level in the first water chamber 110. Of course, the float can also achieve its monitoring or control function by combining with other components. For example, when a touch sensor, light sensor, or touch switch is installed at a certain water level, the water level can also be monitored by the up and down movement of the float.

[0066] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine 10 further includes a first inlet valve and a second inlet valve. The first water chamber 110 is connected to an external hot water source through the first inlet valve, and the second water chamber 120 is connected to an external ambient temperature water source through the second inlet valve. It is understood that when the first inlet valve is open, external hot water flows through the first inlet valve into the first water chamber 110; when the first inlet valve is closed, external hot water cannot flow into the first water chamber 110. The first inlet valve acts as a switch to control the flow of hot water into the first water chamber 110. Similarly, when the second inlet valve is open, external ambient temperature water flows through the second inlet valve into the second water chamber 120; when the second inlet valve is closed, external ambient temperature water cannot flow into the second water chamber 120. The second inlet valve acts as a switch to control the flow of ambient temperature water into the second water chamber 120.

[0067] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine 10 further includes a first one-way valve and a second one-way valve. The first one-way valve is disposed on the pipeline between the first water inlet valve and the first water chamber 110, and the first one-way valve flows unidirectionally from one side of the first water inlet valve to the first water chamber 110. The second one-way valve is disposed on the pipeline between the second water inlet valve and the second water chamber 120, and the second one-way valve flows unidirectionally from one side of the second water inlet valve to the second water chamber 120.

[0068] Understandably, by setting up the first one-way valve, water flowing through the first inlet valve can only flow into the first water chamber 110 in one direction, thus preventing water in the first water chamber 110 from flowing back into the external hot water source and ensuring the stability and safety of the hot water flow. Similarly, by setting up the second one-way valve, water flowing through the second inlet valve can only flow into the second water chamber 120 in one direction, thus preventing water in the second water chamber 120 from flowing back into the external ambient temperature water source and ensuring the stability and safety of the ambient temperature water flow.

[0069] In one embodiment, the first water tank 130 and the second water tank 140 are an integral structure (e.g., Figure 1 As shown in the diagram, the mixing valve 200 is mounted on the water storage container 100. It is understood that when the first water tank 130 and the second water tank 140 are integrated into a single structure, the water storage container 100 has a compact structure. This integrated design reduces material usage and installation costs, and the structure is more robust. Furthermore, the mixing valve 200 is mounted on the water storage container 100, and the mixing valve 200 is integrated with the water storage container 100, facilitating direct installation of the mixing valve 200 without the need for additional mounting brackets, which is beneficial for the miniaturization of the cleaning machine 10.

[0070] Furthermore, the mixing valve 200 can be located in the lower half of the water storage container 100, for example, at the bottom of the water storage container 100, so that the water in the first water chamber 110 and the second water chamber 120 can flow into the mixing valve 200 under the action of gravity, thereby improving the smoothness of water flow.

[0071] In one embodiment, the first water tank 130 and the second water tank 140 are arranged side by side in the front-to-back direction, or the first water tank 130 and the second water tank 140 are arranged side by side in the left-to-right direction. This arrangement makes the structure of the water storage container 100 compact, facilitates the manufacture and installation of the water storage container 100, and also helps to miniaturize the cleaning machine 10.

[0072] Please see Figure 1In one embodiment, the first water tank 130 and the second water tank 140 are an integral structure. The first water tank 130 has a first water outlet communicating with the first water cavity 110, and the second water tank 140 has a second water outlet communicating with the second water cavity 120. The water storage container 100 has a mounting hole that communicates with both the first and second water outlets. The mixing valve 200 is disposed within the mounting hole. It is understood that the mounting hole can be located at the bottom of the water storage container 100 to improve the smoothness of water flow. By placing the mixing valve 200 within the mounting hole on the water storage container 100, the mixing valve 200 is integrated with the water storage container 100, reducing space occupation, making the structure of the cleaning machine 10 more compact, facilitating installation, and improving overall reliability.

[0073] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A cleaning machine, characterized in that, include: A water storage container includes a first water tank and a second water tank. The first water tank has a first water cavity, and the second water tank has a second water cavity. The first water cavity is used to communicate with an external hot water source, and the second water cavity is used to communicate with an external ambient temperature water source. A mixing valve is connected to the first water chamber and the second water chamber respectively; as well as A water outlet assembly, one end of which is connected to the mixing valve, and the other end of which is connected to the water user.

2. The cleaning machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The water outlet assembly includes a first pipeline and a first pump body. One end of the first pipeline is connected to the mixing valve, and the other end of the first pipeline is used to connect to the water user. The first pump body is located on the first pipeline.

3. The cleaning machine as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The cleaning machine also includes a drainage component, which is connected to the first pipeline, and the cleaning machine is used to drain the remaining water after washing through the drainage component.

4. The cleaning machine as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The drainage assembly includes a second pipe and a first valve body. One end of the second pipe is connected to the lower end of the first pipe, and the other end of the second pipe is located below the first pipe and is used to drain water outward. The first valve body is located on the second pipe.

5. The cleaning machine as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The connection point between one end of the second pipeline and the first pipeline is located between the first pump body and the water-using end; And / or, the drainage assembly is located below the water storage container.

6. The cleaning machine as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The cleaning machine has a washing mode. In the washing mode, the outlet of the mixing valve is open, the first pump body is running, the first valve body is closed, and the water in the first water chamber and / or the second water chamber flows sequentially through the mixing valve and the first pump body to the water-using end.

7. The cleaning machine as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The cleaning machine has a drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the outlet of the mixing valve is open, the first pump body is not running, the first valve body is open, and the water in the first water chamber, the second water chamber, and the first pipeline flows through the first valve body and is discharged outward from the other end of the second pipeline.

8. The cleaning machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning machine also includes a sterilization component, which is disposed on the water outlet component to sterilize the water discharged from the water outlet component.

9. The cleaning machine as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The sterilization component includes a housing and a UV lamp. The housing has a mounting cavity, and the UV lamp is disposed in the mounting cavity, forming a water passage between the UV lamp and the inner wall of the housing. The water passage is connected in series with the water outlet component.

10. The cleaning machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The water storage container includes a first float assembly, which is disposed in the first water cavity to detect the water level in the first water cavity; And / or, the water storage container includes a second float assembly disposed in the second water cavity for detecting the water level in the second water cavity.

11. The cleaning machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning machine also includes a first water inlet valve and a second water inlet valve. The first water chamber is connected to an external hot water source through the first water inlet valve, and the second water chamber is connected to an external ambient temperature water source through the second water inlet valve.

12. The cleaning machine as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The cleaning machine also includes a first one-way valve and a second one-way valve. The first one-way valve is located on the pipeline between the first water inlet valve and the first water chamber, and the first one-way valve flows unidirectionally from one side of the first water inlet valve to the first water chamber. The second one-way valve is located on the pipeline between the second water inlet valve and the second water chamber, and the second one-way valve flows unidirectionally from one side of the second water inlet valve to the second water chamber.

13. The cleaning machine according to any one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that, The first water tank and the second water tank are an integral structure, and the mixing valve is located on the water storage container.

14. The cleaning machine as described in claim 13, characterized in that, The first water tank is provided with a first water outlet that communicates with the first water cavity, the second water tank is provided with a second water outlet that communicates with the second water cavity, the water storage container is provided with an installation hole that communicates with the first water outlet and the second water outlet respectively, and the mixing valve is located in the installation hole.

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