A home appliance, particularly a cooking device, having a timer unit

Abstract

The invention is a home appliance (1), particularly a cooking device, comprising a body (2) provided to surround a receiving cavity (4) into which at least one object can be placed, a control panel (5) provided on a side where a front opening (3) is located, enabling external access to the receiving cavity (4), and having at least one control element (10) on a front face (8) thereof for controlling a process in the receiving cavity (4), and wherein said control panel (5) comprises a timer unit (7) having a timer (13) configured for performing a time setting related to the process in the receiving cavity (4). The timer unit (7) in the home appliance (1) is characterized by comprising; a support frame structure (18) onto which the timer (13) is removably attached and which is configured to be connected to a rear face (22) of the control panel (5) opposite the front face (8), and a cover frame (12) having a front cover (11 ) positioned between a timer front face (17) of the timer (13) facing the control panel (5) and the rear face (22), and provided corresponding to a control panel opening (9) of the control panel (5).

Description

[0001] A HOME APPLIANCE, PARTICULARLY A COOKING DEVICE, HAVING A TIMER UNIT

[0002] TECHNICAL FIELD

[0003] The present invention relates to a home appliance, particularly a cooking device, comprising a timer unit having a timer.

[0004] PRIOR ART

[0005] Home appliances, for example cooking devices, particularly ovens, have a control panel on which one or more control elements, for example control knobs, are located. On the control panel, there is also at least one timer, for example for setting a cooking time period. Said timers need to be securely fastened to the control panel.

[0006] DE2615512 A1 publication mentions an electrical home appliance, particularly an oven, having a switch panel. In said oven, a timer is placed and attached into an opening provided on the switch panel. Peripherally to said opening, there is a plastic holder frame. The holder frame has flexible holding tabs for securing the timer. The timer also has a front cover.

[0007] The present invention provides an additional improvement, an additional advantage, or an alternative to the prior art.

[0008] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0009] An object of the present invention is to provide a home appliance, particularly a cooking device, having a timer unit which is easy to assemble / disassemble and has a simplified structure.

[0010] In order to achieve the above objective, the present invention is a home appliance, particularly a cooking device, comprising a body provided to surround a receiving cavity into which at least one object can be placed, a control panel provided on a side where a front opening is located, enabling external access to the receiving cavity, and having at least one control element on a front face thereof for controlling a process in the receiving cavity, and wherein said control panel comprises a timer unit having a timer configured for performing a time setting related to the process in the receiving cavity. The invention is wherein the timer unit comprises a support frame structure onto which the timer is removably attached and which is configured to be connected to a rear face of the control panel opposite the front face, and a cover frame having a front cover positioned between a timer front face of the timer facing the control panel and the rear face, and provided corresponding to a control panel opening of the control panel.

[0011] Thus, both the centering and easy fastening of the timer on the control panel is achieved, and a timer unit that is easy to assemble / disassemble is provided. In the timer unit, the cover frame having the front cover is connected to the control panel in a simple, inexpensive, and secure manner without needing any additional connection elements. With this structure, unwanted displacement of the cover frame having the front cover is eliminated.

[0012] The term “home appliance” mentioned herein is any electrically operated home appliance used in homes, for example, a cooking device, washing machine, dishwasher, or similar household appliance. Here, the cooking device can be a household oven, for example, a solo oven or a built-in oven.

[0013] The term “receiving cavity” mentioned herein is a chamber or room of the said home appliance into which objects are placed. For example, if the home appliance is a household oven, the receiving cavity can be a cooking chamber into which foods to be cooked are placed. If the home appliance is a dishwasher, the receiving cavity can be a chamber or compartment into which objects to be washed, for example plates, glasses, are disposed.

[0014] The term “process in the receiving cavity” mentioned herein refers to, for example, a cooking process if the home appliance is a cooking device, or a dishwashing process if the home appliance is a dishwasher.

[0015] The term “timer” herein can be a component configured to allow a time setting to be made regarding an operating state or method of the home appliance. Said timer can particularly be an analog timer.

[0016] The term “control panel” herein can be a control board or front panel having one or more control elements, for example a control knob or control button, and / or a control screen thereon.

[0017] The term “control panel opening” herein is a cutout portion formed on the control panel having a specific shape, for example, formed having an essentially circular shape.

[0018] In a possible embodiment of the invention, there is a recessed portion on the rear face of the control panel, shaped and dimensioned according to the cover frame, and into which the cover frame sits. Thus, centering of the cover frame on the control panel is achieved. Here, the “recessed portion” can be a deepened portion or a pit portion provided on the control panel.

[0019] Said recessed portion can be of any shape or size suitable for the periphery and dimensions of the cover frame. For example, if the cover frame has an essentially square or rectangular shape, the recessed portion can also have an essentially square or rectangular shape and form accordingly.

[0020] In a possible embodiment of the invention, there is an indicator part provided on the timer front face corresponding to the control panel opening. Thus, the user is enabled to easily perform a time setting via the control panel.

[0021] Here, the “indicator part” can be an indicator, such as a dial clock, configured to display relating to time and provide visual content to the user in this regard.

[0022] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the cover frame has a cover frame opening shaped and dimensioned according to the control panel opening and the indicator part, and which is covered by the front cover when the front cover is attached to the cover frame. Thus, the user is enabled to see the indicator part in order to easily perform a time setting via the control panel.

[0023] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the timer comprises a timer housing provided surrounding the indicator part, and the support frame structure has a support frame opening provided corresponding to the timer housing. Thus, both the indicator part is protected from external factors, and a design structure is provided enabling the timer to be attached to the support frame structure.

[0024] What is meant by “timer housing” herein can be understood as a housing or enclosure consisting of walls provided around the indicator part. Said timer housing may include a timer front face on which the indicator part is configured, and a bottom wall, a top wall, and opposing side walls surrounding its four sides.

[0025] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the timer housing has at least one abutment wall configured to rest against a frame front face of the support frame structure facing the timer, in a state where the timer is attached to the support frame structure. Thus, when the timer is pushed towards the timer support frame opening to ensure its attachment to the support frame structure, the timer is enabled to stop at the desired position.

[0026] Here, said abutment wall can be obtained by bending the free ends of the timer housing. In a possible embodiment of the invention, the timer comprises fastening elements configured to rest against relevant abutment portions of the timer housing on a rear face opposite the frame front face, in a state where the timer is attached to the timer support frame structure. Thus, the timer is attached to the support frame structure in a removable / detachable manner. Here, "fastening elements" are elements configured to enable the timer to be attached to the support frame structure and allow it to be separated from the support frame structure when necessary. Said fastening elements can be movable fastening members provided capable of moving in the up-down direction. Furthermore, flexible elements, for example springs, may be present to enable the up-down movement of the fastening members.

[0027] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the cover frame has at least one support leg shaped and dimensioned according to the timer housing. Thus, the cover frame is easily attached to the timer housing in a removable manner without needing any connection elements.

[0028] In a possible embodiment of the invention, for connecting the support frame structure to the control panel, the support frame structure comprises at least one first connection part, and the control panel comprises at least one corresponding connection part provided corresponding to the respective first connection part. Thus, the support frame structure to which the timer is attached is connected to the control panel, and thereby the cover frame containing the front cover is also securely fixed by being compressed without needing any connection elements. The "connection part" and "corresponding connection part" mentioned herein can be connection elements (connection tabs, connection protrusions, connection recesses, connection clips, etc.) provided in mutually suitable shapes and forms.

[0029] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the connection parts are configured defining a receiving recess, and the corresponding connection parts are configured as raised portions shaped and dimensioned to fit at least partially into the respective receiving recess. Thus, centering of the support frame structure, to which the timer is attached, on the control panel is facilitated.

[0030] The "connection part" and "corresponding connection part" mentioned herein can be provided in various mutually suitable shapes and forms. Said "connection part" and "corresponding connection part" can be obtained by different manufacturing techniques known in the technical field according to the material type from which the control panel and the support frame structure are manufactured, having various flat surfaces and angled surfaces. For example, if the control panel and the support frame structure are manufactured from a sheet metal material, the connection parts and the corresponding connection parts can be formed by different sheet metal forming methods, for example, by folding and bending a sheet metal plate.

[0031] The phrase “to fit at least partially” mentioned herein means that the corresponding connection parts can fit completely into the relevant receiving recess or parts of the corresponding connection parts can remain outside the relevant receiving recess.

[0032] In a possible embodiment of the invention, each connection part and corresponding connection part has a respective connection hole through which a connection element passes, for connecting the support frame structure to the control panel. Thus, the support frame structure to which the timer is attached is connected to the control panel. With this connection, the cover frame containing the front cover is simultaneously securely fixed by being compressed without needing any connection elements.

[0033] The connection element mentioned herein can be different external connection elements that can be provided to connect two members to each other, for example, a screw, bolt, rivet, etc.

[0034] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the timer has an adjustment shaft associated with the indicator part and provided rotatably for performing a time setting related to the process in the receiving cavity, and passing through corresponding shaft openings of the cover frame and the control panel. Thus, performing a time setting for a process in the receiving cavity via the timer through the control panel is enabled.

[0035] Here, the “adjustment shaft” can be any extension or protrusion associated with the indicator part and extending from the timer towards the control panel. The adjustment shaft can be, for example, in the form of a rod having an essentially cylindrical structure.

[0036] In a possible embodiment of the invention, there is a control knob attached to a free end of the adjustment shaft. Thus, easy rotation of the adjustment shaft is enabled, thereby ergonomically facilitating the setting of the time via the timer for users. Furthermore, the occurrence of an aesthetically disturbing appearance on the front side of the control panel is prevented.

[0037] The “control knob” mentioned herein can be any knob or button shaped and dimensioned according to the adjustment shaft to enable easy rotation of the adjustment shaft for setting the desired time.

[0038] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the timer is an analog timer.

[0039] The "analog timer" mentioned herein can be, for example, a counter or timer having a clock dial and the capacity to count down from a specific time period. Each possible embodiment disclosed in this description can be combined with other possible embodiments disclosed in this description, provided there are no technical restrictions.

[0040] DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[0041] The sole purpose of the figures, whose brief descriptions are given here, is to provide a better understanding of the present invention and is not intended to define the scope of protection or the context in which said scope is to be interpreted in the absence of the description.

[0042] Figure 1 provides an isometric view of the home appliance having the control panel where the timer unit according to the subject matter invention is provided.

[0043] Figure 2 provides an isometric view of the control panel where the timer unit according to the subject matter invention is located.

[0044] Figure 3 provides an exploded view of the control panel where the timer unit according to the subject matter invention is located.

[0045] Figure 4 provides another exploded view of the control panel where the timer unit according to the subject matter invention is located.

[0046] Figure 5 provides an isometric view of the support frame structure onto which the timer is attached.

[0047] Figure 6 provides another isometric view of the support frame structure onto which the timer is attached.

[0048] Figure 7 provides a close-up isometric view of a state where the timer unit is connected to the control panel.

[0049] Figure 8 provides a side view of the support frame structure onto which the timer is attached.

[0050] Figure 9 provides a side view of a state where the timer unit is connected to the control panel. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[0051] In this detailed description, the subject matter of the invention is explained with examples solely for a better understanding of the subject, without creating any limiting effect. In the following detailed description, the timer unit (7) according to the subject matter invention is described as applied to a cooking device, for example, an oven, solely for exemplification purposes. However, said embodiment can also be applied to any home appliance (1 ) such as a washing machine or dishwasher.

[0052] Referring to Figure 1 , the home appliance (1 ) has a body (2) provided surrounding a receiving cavity (4) into which at least one object can be placed. On the body (2), there is a front opening

[0053] (3) enabling external access to the receiving cavity (4). The home appliance (1 ) also has at least one door (6) provided switchable between an open position and a closed position and hinged to the body (2). When the door (6) is closed, it covers the front opening (3), and in this case, there is no external access to the receiving cavity (4). When the door (6) is at least partially open, external access to the receiving cavity (4) can be provided. The door (6) is provided on a front side of the home appliance (1 ). On said front side, there is also a control panel (5). The control panel (5) can be located on an upper side of the front opening (3). On a front face (8) of the control panel (5), at least one control element (10) provided for controlling a function of the home appliance (1 ) can be accessed. The control panel (5) can extend longitudinally in a width direction of the home appliance (1 ).

[0054] Referring to Figure 2, on the control panel (5), there is also a timer unit (7) having a timer (13) configured such that a time setting can be made related to a process in the receiving cavity

[0055] (4), for example, related to a cooking process. The timer (13) may preferably be an analog timer. A time setting can be performed by means of an adjustment shaft (16) of said timer unit (7) and a control knob (38) connected to the adjustment shaft (16). This time setting can be done by rotating the control knob (38) and thus the adjustment shaft (16). The control knob (38) is attached to a free end (45) of the adjustment shaft (16), as seen in Figure 5.

[0056] Referring to Figure 3, there is a control panel opening (9) on the control panel (5). The timer unit (7) is connected to the control panel (5) corresponding to the control panel opening (9). The timer unit (7) in its most general form comprises a timer (13) configured such that a time setting can be made from the control panel (5), a support frame structure (18) to which the timer (13) is detachably attached, and a cover frame (12) having a front cover (11 ). On a timer front face (17) of the timer (13) facing the control panel (5), there is an indicator part (15). The indicator part (15) is provided corresponding to the control panel opening (9). The timer (13) comprises a timer housing (14) provided surrounding the indicator part (15). In more detail, the timer housing (14) consists of a timer front face (17) on which the indicator part (15) is formed, and a bottom wall, a top wall, and opposing side walls surrounding its four sides. That is, the timer housing (14) is configured defining an enclosure for the indicator part (15). The timer housing (14) has an essentially rectangular or square periphery. The timer (13) also has the adjustment shaft (16) functionally associated with the indicator part (15) and provided rotatably for performing a specific time setting. The adjustment shaft (16) can be a rod extension having an essentially cylindrical form. On the other hand, as seen in Figure 4, the timer (13) has an electrical connection part (24) for receiving or transmitting an electrical signal.

[0057] On the other hand, as seen in Figure 3, the support frame structure (18) is generally in the form of a frame having a support frame opening (19). As seen in Figures 5 and 6, the support frame structure (18) has a lower bent portion (39) formed by bending its lower longitudinal edge, and similarly an upper bent edge (40) formed by bending the upper longitudinal edge. Said support frame opening (19) is provided corresponding to the timer housing (14). The support frame opening (19) is shaped and dimensioned according to the shape and dimensions of the timer housing (14). Referring to Figures 3 and 4, the support frame structure (18) also comprises at least one connection part (20, 21 ) provided for connecting to the control panel (5). On each connection part (20, 21 ), there is a connection hole (29). Preferably, there are a first connection part (20) and a second connection part (21 ) provided on opposite sides of the support frame structure (18). As seen in Figures 5 and 6, the first connection part (20) and the second connection part (21 ) are each configured defining a receiving recess (44).

[0058] Again, as seen in Figure 3, there is a front cover (11 ) on the cover frame (12). The front cover (11 ) can be manufactured from a transparent plastic material, glass material, or glass-ceramic material to allow the indicator part (15) to be visible from the control panel (5). The front cover

[0059] (11 ) is provided covering a cover frame opening (42) (see Figure 2) located on the cover frame

[0060] (12). As seen in Figure 9, the front cover (11 ) can have a convex form. The front cover (11 ) can be configured having an attachment portion (46) for attaching to the cover frame (12). The front cover (11 ) is shaped and dimensioned suitably for the control panel opening (9) and the indicator part (15). On the cover frame (12), there is a second shaft opening (30) shaped and dimensioned according to the adjustment shaft (16). On the control panel (5), there is also a first shaft opening (25) provided corresponding to the second shaft opening (30) and again shaped and dimensioned according to the adjustment shaft (16). The adjustment shaft (16) passes through the corresponding shaft openings (25, 30) of the cover frame (12) and the control panel (5). As seen in Figure 4, the cover frame (12) has at least one support leg (26) shaped and dimensioned according to the timer housing (14). Preferably, there may be more than one support leg (26) on the cover frame (12). Said support legs (26) can be provided in a form essentially similar to an L-shape.

[0061] Referring to Figure 4, on a rear face (22) of the control panel (5), which is on the opposite side of the front face (8), there is a recessed portion (23) shaped and dimensioned according to the cover frame (12) and into which the cover frame (12) sits. On the rear face (22) of the control panel (5), there is also a first corresponding connection part (27) corresponding to the first connection part (20), and a second corresponding connection part (28) corresponding to the second connection part (21 ). On each of said corresponding connection parts (27, 28), there is a corresponding connection hole (43). As seen in Figure 4, each of the corresponding connection parts (27, 28) are raised portions shaped and dimensioned to fit at least partially into the respective receiving recess (44).

[0062] As seen in Figure 8, the timer (13) is detachably attached to the support frame structure (18). To attach the timer (13) to the support frame structure (18), the timer (13) is moved towards the support frame opening (19) in an assembly direction (ml ). As seen in Figure 5, there is at least one abutment wall (31 ) on the timer housing (14). Said abutment walls (31 ) can be created by bending the free ends of the walls of the timer housing (14). When the timer (13) is moved towards the support frame opening (19) in the assembly direction (ml ), the abutment walls (31 ) rest against a frame front face (41 ) of the support frame structure (18) facing the timer (13). As seen in Figure 6, the timer (13) also comprises fastening elements (32, 33) configured to rest against relevant abutment portions (35, 36) of the timer housing (14) on a face opposite the frame front face (41 ). Preferably, the timer housing (14) has at least one upper fastening element (32) on an upper part thereof, and at least one lower fastening element (33) on a lower part opposite the upper part. The timer housing (14) preferably has two upper fastening elements (32) and two lower fastening elements (33). Said fastening elements (32, 33) are movable fastening members provided capable of moving in the up-down direction. In more detail, there is a guiding slope (37) on each of the fastening elements (32, 33). When the timer (13) is moved towards the support frame opening (19) in the assembly direction (ml ), the guiding slope (37) of the upper fastening elements (32) contacts the periphery of the support frame opening (19), causing the upper fastening elements (32) to be pushed in a downward direction (a1 ). When the upper fastening elements (32) pass the support frame opening (19) and reach the rear part of the support frame structure (18), they move in an upward direction (a2) returning back to their original position level, and in this state, they rest against the upper abutment portion (36). Similarly, when the timer (13) is moved towards the support frame opening (19) in the assembly direction (ml ), the guiding slope (37) of the lower fastening elements (33) contacts the periphery of the support frame opening (19), causing the lower fastening elements (33) to be pushed in an upward direction (a2). When the lower fastening elements (33) pass the support frame opening (19) and reach the rear part of the support frame structure (18), they move in a downward direction (a1 ) returning back to their original position level, and in this state, they rest against the lower abutment portion (35). Thus, the timer (13) is attached to the support frame structure (18). When it is desired to detach the timer (13) from the support frame structure (18), the timer (13) needs to be pulled in a disassembly direction (m2). In this case, the upper fastening elements (32) and the lower fastening elements (33) behave as described in detail above, and thus the timer (13) is separated from the support frame structure (18).

[0063] As given in Figures 5, 6, and 8, after the timer (13) is attached to the support frame structure (18), the cover frame (12) is attached to the timer housing (14). In more detail, the support legs

[0064] (26) of the cover frame (12) are provided resting against the timer front face (17), the support legs (26) are positioned at least partially within the receiving space defined by the timer housing (14) and tightly grip the timer housing (14). That is, as seen in Figure 9, the support legs (26) are tightly positioned at least partially within the receiving space of the timer housing (14). Thus, the cover frame (12) is tightly attached to the timer housing (14). Then, as seen in Figure 7, the timer unit (7) is connected to the control panel (5). Firstly, the cover frame (12) is seated into the recessed portion (23) located on the rear face (22) of the control panel (5). In this state, the first connection part (20) corresponds to the respective first corresponding connection part

[0065] (27), and the second connection part (21 ) corresponds to the respective second corresponding connection part (28). Thus, the timer unit (7) is perfectly centered on the rear face (22) of the control panel (5), relative to the control panel (5). As seen in Figure 7, preferably the width of the support frame structure (18) is greater than the width of the recessed portion (23). Similarly, the connection holes (29) also correspond to the respective corresponding connection holes (43). By passing a connection element (34) (for example, a screw or bolt) through said respective connection hole (29) and respective corresponding connection hole (43), the support frame structure (18) is connected to the rear face (22) of the control panel (5). In this state, the cover frame (12) is positioned between a timer front face (17) of the timer (13) facing the control panel (5) and the rear face (22) of the control panel (5), and is compressed between the timer front face (17) and the rear face (22) with a sandwich effect without the use of any external connection elements. Thus, the cover frame (12) having the front cover (11 ) is connected to the control panel (5) in a simple, inexpensive, and secure manner without needing any additional connection elements. By this means, unwanted displacement of the cover frame (12) having the front cover (11 ) during use is also permanently prevented. REFERENCE NUMBERS

[0066] 1 Home appliance

[0067] 2 Body

[0068] 3 Front opening

[0069] 4 Receiving cavity

[0070] 5 Control panel

[0071] 6 Door

[0072] 7 Timer unit

[0073] 8 Front face

[0074] 9 Control panel opening

[0075] 10 Control element

[0076] 11 Front cover

[0077] 12 Cover frame

[0078] 13 Timer

[0079] 14 Timer housing

[0080] 15 Indicator part

[0081] 16 Adjustment shaft

[0082] 17 Timer front face

[0083] 18 Support frame structure

[0084] 19 Support frame opening

[0085] 20 First connection part

[0086] 21 Second connection part

[0087] 22 Rear face

[0088] 23 Recessed portion

[0089] 24 Electrical connection part

[0090] 25 First shaft opening

[0091] 26 Support leg

[0092] 27 First corresponding connection part

[0093] 28 Second corresponding connection part

[0094] 29 Connection hole

[0095] 30 Second shaft opening

[0096] 31 Abutment wall

[0097] 32 Upper fastening element

[0098] 33 Lower fastening element

[0099] 34 Connection element

[0100] 35 Lower abutment portion 36 Upper abutment portion

[0101] 37 Guiding slope

[0102] 38 Control knob

[0103] 39 Lower bent portion 40 Upper bent portion

[0104] 41 Frame front face

[0105] 42 Cover frame opening

[0106] 43 Corresponding connection hole

[0107] 44 Receiving recess 45 Free end

[0108] 46 Attachment portion ml Assembly direction m2 Disassembly direction a1 Downward direction a2 Upward direction

Claims

CLAIMS1. A home appliance (1 ), particularly a cooking device, comprising a body (2) provided to surround a receiving cavity (4) into which at least one object can be disposed, a control panel (5) provided on a side where a front opening (3) is located, enabling external access to the receiving cavity (4), and having at least one control element (10) on a front face (8) thereof for controlling a process in the receiving cavity (4), and wherein said control panel (5) comprises a timer unit (7) having a timer (13) configured for performing a time setting related to the process in the receiving cavity (4) characterized in that the timer unit (7) comprises; a support frame structure (18) onto which the timer (13) is removably attached and which is configured to be connected to a rear face (22) of the control panel (5) opposite the front face (8) and a cover frame (12) having a front cover (11 ) positioned between a timer front face (17) of the timer (13) facing the control panel (5) and the rear face (22), and provided corresponding to a control panel opening (9) of the control panel (5).

2. A home appliance (1 ) according to Claim 1 , wherein a recessed portion (23) on the rear face (22) of the control panel (5), is shaped and dimensioned according to the cover frame (12), and into which the cover frame (12) rests.

3. A home appliance (1 ) according to Claim 1 or 2, wherein an indicator part (15) is provided on the timer front face (17) corresponding to the control panel opening (9).

4. A home appliance (1 ) according to Claim 3, wherein the cover frame (12) has a cover frame opening (42) shaped and dimensioned according to the control panel opening (9) and the indicator part (15), and which is covered by the front cover (11 ) when the front cover (11 ) is attached to the cover frame (12).

5. A home appliance (1 ) according to Claim 3 or 4, wherein the timer (13) comprises a timer housing (14) provided surrounding the indicator part (15), and the support frame structure (18) has a support frame opening (19) provided corresponding to the timer housing (14).

6. A home appliance (1 ) according to Claim 5, wherein the timer housing (14) has at least one abutment wall (31 ) configured to rest against a frame front face (41 ) of the support frame structure (18) facing the timer (13), in a state where the timer (13) is attached to the support frame structure (18).

7. A home appliance (1 ) according to Claim 6, wherein the timer (13) comprises fastening elements (32, 33) configured to rest against relevant abutment portions (35, 36) of the timer housing (14) on a rear face opposite the frame front face (41 ), in a state where the timer(13) is attached to the timer (13) support frame structure (18).

8. A home appliance (1 ) according to any one of Claims 5 to 7, wherein the cover frame (12) has at least one support leg (26) shaped and dimensioned according to the timer housing(14).

9. A home appliance (1 ) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein, for connecting the support frame structure (18) to the control panel (5), the support frame structure (18) comprises at least one first connection part (20, 21 ), and the control panel (5) comprises at least one corresponding connection part (27, 28) provided corresponding to the respective first connection part (20, 21 ).

10. A home appliance (1 ) according to Claim 9, wherein the connection parts (20, 21 ) are configured defining a receiving recess (44), and the corresponding connection parts (27, 28) are configured as raised portions shaped and dimensioned to fit at least partially into the respective receiving recess (44).

11. A home appliance (1 ) according to Claim 9 or 10, wherein; each connection part (20, 21 ) and corresponding connection part (27, 28) has a respective connection hole (29, 43) through which a connection element (34) passes, for connecting the support frame structure (18) to the control panel (5).

12. A home appliance (1 ) according to any one of Claims 3 to 11 , wherein; the timer (13) has an adjustment shaft (16) associated with the indicator part (15) and provided rotatably for performing a time setting related to the process in the receiving cavity (4), and passing through corresponding shaft openings (25, 30) of the cover frame (12) and the control panel (5).

13. A home appliance (1 ) according to Claim 12, wherein; there is a control knob (38) attached to a free end (45) of the adjustment shaft (16).

14. A home appliance (1 ) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein; the timer (13) is an analog timer.

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