A clothing treatment device

Abstract

The present invention discloses a laundry treatment device, comprising a body and an upper cover, wherein the upper cover is mounted on the top of the body, and further comprising: a first display device which is arranged on the upper cover and displays operation information of the laundry treatment device; a second display device which is arranged on the front side, and / or the left side, and / or the right side of the body. The laundry treatment device of the present invention has multiple display devices for display on different interfaces, which is convenient for users to operate and can provide display results from multiple perspectives for users, facilitating multi-position observation by users and enhancing the experience effect of human-computer interaction.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the field of clothing treatment devices, and more particularly, relates to a clothing treatment device. Background Art

[0002] With the development of washing machine technology, the display effect of washing machines has gradually become rich and colorful. Users' requirements for the comfort of washing machine operation and the aesthetics of display are also getting higher and higher. The aesthetic degree and convenience of use of the washing machine appearance have become an important indicator for users to select products.

[0003] In the current related technologies, the content displayed on the washing machine is numerous and messy, which is not easy for users to distinguish, and the display effect is not good. The design of the display interface is also relatively single. For example, a display interface is set on the control panel on the front side of the washing machine, and the display direction of the display interface is upward. Users cannot observe the operating state of the washing machine from a distance and must approach the washing machine for close observation. The user experience is not good. At the same time, the stacked display content also affects the user's judgment, making the operation of the washing machine complicated and not conducive to users obtaining a good human-computer interaction experience.

[0004] In view of this, the present invention is specifically proposed. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the deficiencies of the prior art and provide a clothing treatment device. The clothing treatment device of the present invention has a plurality of display devices that display on different interfaces, which is not only convenient for users to operate, but also can provide users with display results from multiple perspectives, facilitating users to observe from multiple positions and enhancing the experience effect of human-computer interaction.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the basic concept of the technical solution adopted by the present invention is:

[0007] The first object of the present invention is to provide a clothing treatment device, including a body and an upper cover. The upper cover is installed on the top of the body, and further includes:

[0008] A first display device, which is arranged on the upper cover and displays the operation information of the clothing treatment device;

[0009] A second display device, which is arranged on the front side, and / or the left side, and / or the right side of the body.

[0010] In a further aspect, the upper cover includes a housing and a cover plate. A receiving groove for receiving the first display device is provided in the housing. After the first display device is assembled into the receiving groove, the cover plate covers the upper surface of the housing.

[0011] In a further solution, the first display device is a first display control module, including an integrally arranged display module and a control module. The receiving groove has an upward opening, and the first display control module is assembled in the receiving groove from the opening. The cover plate covers the opening of the receiving groove.

[0012] Preferably, the first display control module is detachably fixed in the receiving groove from the opening.

[0013] In a further solution, the housing includes an upper housing and a lower housing. A first through hole is provided on the upper housing, and the first display control module is assembled in the first through hole. A matching sealing cover is provided at the lower part of the first through hole to form the receiving groove, covering and sealing the lower part of the first display control module.

[0014] Preferably, the sealing cover includes a bottom plate and side plates. The side plates are arranged around the edge of the bottom plate, and the bottom plate and the side plates together form a concave cavity with an upper opening.

[0015] In a further solution, the first display control module is assembled in the first through hole through a limiting structure.

[0016] Preferably, an outwardly protruding insertion block is provided on the outer peripheral edge of the first display control module, and a matching insertion port is provided at the corresponding position on the edge of the first through hole.

[0017] Preferably, the insertion block extends outward from the edge of the first display control module and extends a certain distance in the horizontal direction. The insertion port is a downwardly concave notch provided on the inner peripheral edge of the first through hole.

[0018] Preferably, when the first display control module is assembled in the first through hole, the insertion block is inserted into the insertion port from top to bottom, and the upper surface of the first display control module is flush with the upper surface of the upper housing.

[0019] In a further solution, a matching positioning structure is also provided in the first display control module and the first through hole.

[0020] Preferably, an outwardly protruding positioning block is provided on the outer peripheral edge of the first display control module, and a matching positioning hole is provided at the corresponding position on the inner circumference of the first through hole.

[0021] Preferably, the positioning block extends a certain distance in the thickness direction of the first display control module.

[0022] Preferably, the positioning hole is a hole that penetrates up and down, or a notch with an open top and a blocked bottom.

[0023] In a further solution, the receiving tank is provided with a sealing structure to prevent washing water from entering the first display device;

[0024] Preferably, a first groove is provided on the upper surface of the upper shell, the first groove is located at the outer periphery of the first through hole, and a first sealing ring is provided to match it, and after the cover plate and the upper shell are installed, the first sealing ring seals the gap between the cover plate and the upper shell;

[0025] Preferably, a second groove is provided on the lower surface of the upper shell, the second groove is located on the outer periphery of the first through hole, and a matching second sealing ring is provided. After the sealing cover is installed with the upper shell, the sealing cover presses the second sealing ring around the periphery to seal the gap between the sealing cover and the upper shell.

[0026] In a further solution, a display operation area is provided on the cover plate. After the cover plate is installed to cover the shell, the display operation area corresponds to the first display device up and down to perform display and / or control.

[0027] In a further solution, a mounting groove is provided on the lower shell, and after the upper shell and the lower shell are assembled up and down, the first display device and the sealing cover at the lower part thereof are located in the mounting groove.

[0028] In a further solution, the upper shell and the lower shell are provided with corresponding observation window openings, and the upper shell and the lower shell are detachably connected in correspondence with each other up and down;

[0029] Preferably, the outer edges of the upper shell and the lower shell are provided with a first buckle structure, the upper shell / lower shell has an integrally arranged clamping block, and the corresponding positions of the lower shell / upper shell are provided with matching clamping holes;

[0030] Preferably, the edges of the observation window openings of the upper shell and the lower shell are provided with a second buckle structure, the edges of the observation window openings of the upper shell / lower shell have an integrally arranged card block, and corresponding positions of the lower shell / upper shell are provided with card holes;

[0031] Preferably, a screw connection structure is provided in the area between the edge of the observation window opening and the outer edge of the upper shell and the lower shell.

[0032] More preferably, the first snap-fit ​​structure and / or the second snap-fit ​​structure has a limiting device, the top of the snap-fit ​​block has a circumferential protrusion, the bottom of the snap-fit ​​hole has a circumferential groove matching the circumferential protrusion, the snap-fit ​​block or the snap-fit ​​hole has an elastic mechanism so that after the snap-fit ​​block enters the snap-fit ​​hole, the axial protrusion sinks into the circumferential groove for fixed connection, and when the connection is canceled, the elastic mechanism is used to disengage the protrusion from the groove and then pull it out.

[0033] After adopting the above technical solution, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art:

[0034] 1. The laundry treatment device of the present invention has at least two display devices that display on different interfaces, which is convenient for users to operate and can provide users with display interfaces from multiple perspectives, facilitating users to observe from multiple positions, thereby enhancing the experience effect of human-machine interaction.

[0035] 2. The first display control module of the laundry treatment device of the present invention is arranged on the upper cover and has touch and display functions. The upper cover is an integral structure that completely covers the top of the machine body. That is, it makes full use of the large area of the upper cover for display, operation and observation, providing users with a comfortable operation experience, and avoiding splitting the top of the washing machine into a display area, an operation area and an upper cover as in the prior art, ensuring the integrity of the cover plate and greatly enhancing the overall aesthetics. The first display control module is sealed and installed in the accommodation groove inside the upper cover, which not only ensures that users can conveniently operate the laundry treatment device on the upper cover and observe the display interface, but also can prevent the first display control module from being affected by the washing water on the upper cover, ensuring the safe operation of the washing machine.

[0036] 3. The second display device of the laundry treatment device of the present invention can be installed on the front side, and / or the left side, and / or the right side of the disc base. In this application, by setting a variety of positioning structures, snap structures, screw connection structures, etc. on the display board, the display board bracket and the outer screen of the display board, and using them in combination, not only can the second display device be stably and firmly installed on the side of the disc base, facilitating users to observe from a distance, but also it is smooth and has no sharp corners, ensuring the beautiful and generous appearance of the laundry treatment device.

[0037] The following further describes in detail the specific embodiments of the present invention with reference to the drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0038] The drawings, as a part of the present invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The schematic embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention, but do not constitute an improper limitation to the present invention. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments, and those of ordinary skill in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without creative efforts. In the drawings:

[0039] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the upper part of the laundry treatment device of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 2 is an exploded structure diagram of an upper cover of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 3 is an exploded structure diagram of another upper cover of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first display control module and a part of the upper housing of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 5 It is a schematic structural diagram after the first display control module of the present invention is assembled with the upper shell;

[0044] Figure 6 It is a schematic structural diagram of the back of the upper shell of the present invention installed with the first display control module;

[0045] Figure 7 It is an exploded structural diagram of the second display device of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 8 It is a schematic structural diagram of the display board bracket of the present invention;

[0047] Figure 9 It is a schematic structural diagram of the outer screen of the display board of the present invention;

[0048] Figure 10 It is a schematic structural diagram of the back after the display board bracket and the outer screen of the display board of the present invention are assembled;

[0049] Figure 11 It is a schematic structural diagram of the back after the display board, the display board bracket and the outer screen of the display board of the present invention are assembled;

[0050] Figure 12 It is a schematic composite structural diagram of the second display device of the present invention installed on the disk base;

[0051] In the figure: 1 upper cover, 2 disk base, 3 first display control module, 4 second display device;

[0052] 101 cover plate, 102 upper shell, 103 lower shell, 104 receiving groove, 105 first through hole, 106 sealing cover, 107 insertion block, 108 insertion port, 109 positioning block, 110 positioning hole, 111 first groove, 112 first sealing ring, 113 second groove, 114 second sealing ring, 115 installation groove, 116 observation window opening, 117 first snap structure, 118 second snap structure, 119 screw connection structure;

[0053] 200 display board, 201 display board bracket, 202 display board outer screen, 203 opening, 204 first clamping block, 205 first clamping hole, 206 positioning column, 207 positioning insertion hole, 208 second clamping block, 209 second clamping hole, 210 limiting rib, 211 connecting block, 212 connecting hole, 213 avoiding opening, 214 third clamping block, 215 third clamping hole.

[0054] It should be noted that these drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept of the present invention in any way, but to illustrate the concept of the present invention to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. Detailed implementation manners

[0055] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0056] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "inner", "outer", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. It is only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation to the present invention.

[0057] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that unless otherwise clearly defined and limited, the terms "installation", "connection", and "coupling" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0058] Embodiment 1

[0059] As Figure 1 shown, this embodiment provides a laundry treatment device, including a body and an upper cover 1. The upper cover 1 is installed on the top of the body, and further includes:

[0060] A first display device, which is arranged on the upper cover 1 to display the operation information of the laundry treatment device;

[0061] A second display device 4, which is arranged on the front side, and / or the left side, and / or the right side of the body.

[0062] In this embodiment, the laundry treatment device may include a washing machine, a dryer, a washer-dryer, etc. The laundry treatment device has an upper cover 1, which is a top-opening laundry treatment device, and can be a top-opening washing machine, such as a pulsator washing machine, or can also be a top-opening dryer or a washer-dryer.

[0063] The upper cover 1 of the laundry treatment device in this embodiment has an integral structure and completely covers the top of the washing machine, so that the top of the washing machine is no longer divided into a display control area and an upper cover 1 area as in the prior art, and the upper cover 1 itself also has an integral structure, with a beautiful appearance, improving the overall aesthetic degree of the washing machine.

[0064] In this embodiment, the first display device has display and operation control functions and is located on the upper cover 1 of the body. It can not only make full use of the large area of the upper cover 1, but also conform to the user's habit of looking down to operate after putting clothes in, facilitating the user to operate and observe the display interface of operation instructions. The second display device 4 can be located on the left side surface, and / or the right side surface, and / or the front side surface of the body. One second display device 4 can be provided on one side surface, or multiple second display devices 4 can be provided on different side surfaces. In this way, the user can observe the content displayed on the interface of the second display device 4 at a relatively far distance without having to get close to the washing machine. Thus, the clothes treatment device of the present application has at least two display devices that display on different surfaces of the washing machine, which is convenient for the user to operate and can provide the user with display interfaces from multiple perspectives, facilitating the user to observe at multiple positions, thereby enhancing the experience effect of human-machine interaction.

[0065] A main control circuit board is provided on the clothes treatment device, and the first display device and the second display device 4 are respectively connected to the main control circuit board, facilitating the transmission of operation signals to the main control circuit board or receiving signals from the main control circuit board to display corresponding information.

[0066] In this embodiment, the user can operate on the first display device to select a program mode or input an operation instruction. After the main control circuit board receives the user's instruction, it is displayed through the first display device and / or the second display device 4.

[0067] Among them, the first display device may include a display module and a control module. The display module and the control module can be integrated into a display control board or separately provided. The first display device may include one display screen / touch display screen provided on the top, or may include multiple display screens / touch display screens provided on the top. In this solution, the first display device and the second display device 4 may display the same information or different information. The information includes patterns or interfaces corresponding to clothes treatment information, including status information and operation information; for example, functions, programs or parameters of the clothes treatment device that the user can select, various operation information during the operation of the clothes treatment device, and status indication information of the stock of various clothes treatment agents, etc.

[0068] In a preferred solution, the first display device displays the user's operation information, such as the selected program, parameters, etc., and the second display device 4 displays various states during the operation of the clothes treatment device, such as what stage it is in (such as the washing stage, rinsing stage, dehydration stage, drying stage, end), water level, time, temperature, rotation speed, etc., facilitating the user to conveniently observe and master the progress of clothes treatment at a long distance and enhancing the user's experience.

[0069] Embodiment 2

[0070] Such asFigures 2 - 6 As shown, this embodiment is a further limitation of Embodiment 1. In this embodiment, the upper cover 1 includes a housing and a cover plate 101. An accommodation groove 104 for accommodating the first display device is provided in the housing. After the first display device is assembled into the accommodation groove 104, the cover plate 101 covers the upper surface of the housing.

[0071] In this embodiment, the cover plate 101 is arranged on the upper surface of the housing to form the appearance of the upper cover 1, which is beautiful and generous. The first display device is arranged in the accommodation groove 104 of the housing, that is, hidden in the upper cover 1, which can not only realize the display and / or control functions, but also play a role in fixing and protecting the first display device.

[0072] In this embodiment, the cover plate 101 forms the appearance of the top of the laundry treatment device. The cover plate 101 can be made of transparent material or non-transparent material. For example, the cover plate 101 can be a transparent integral structure to form the outer screen of the first display device, which can not only achieve a complete and beautiful effect, but also observe the internal state of the laundry treatment device through the cover plate 101. It can also be a non-transparent structure, with an area reserved for the first display device to be revealed, and an outer screen is separately arranged in this area.

[0073] The cover plate 101 and the upper housing 102 can be fixed by bonding, such as connecting with 3M glue or glue.

[0074] This embodiment provides a specific solution for the setting of the first display device, which is as follows:

[0075] The first display device is the first display control module 3, which includes an integrated display module and a control module. The accommodation groove 104 has an upward opening. The first display control module 3 is assembled in the accommodation groove 104 from the opening, and the cover plate 101 covers the opening of the accommodation groove 104.

[0076] In this solution, the function of the first display control module 3 is to receive user touch information to control the laundry treatment device and display the programs, parameters or states of the laundry treatment device. During the assembly process, after the first display control module 3 is placed into the accommodation groove 104, in order to prevent the first display control module 3 from falling off or shifting, the display control module needs to be fixed in the accommodation groove 104 to facilitate the subsequent assembly process.

[0077] Preferably, the first display control module 3 is detachably fixed in the accommodation groove 104 from the opening, which is convenient for installation and disassembly.

[0078] In a further solution, the housing includes an upper housing 102 and a lower housing 103. A first through hole 105 is provided on the upper housing 102, and the first display control module 3 is assembled in the first through hole 105. A matching sealing cover 106 is provided at the lower part of the first through hole 105 to form the accommodation groove 104, covering and sealing the lower part of the first display control module 3.

[0079] In this solution, the upper housing 102 serves to support the cover plate 101 and the first display control module 3, and the lower housing 103 serves to close the bottom of the upper housing 102. The first through hole 105 provided on the upper housing 102 is the position for installing the first display control module 3. After the first display control module 3 is limited and fixed in the first through hole 105, the sealing cover 106 plugs the bottom of the first through hole 105 and is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the upper housing 102, thereby forming the accommodation groove 104, which serves to seal the lower half of the first display control module 3, prevent washing water from entering the chamber accommodating the first display control module 3, and ensure its safe operation.

[0080] A protruding portion is provided on the outer peripheral edge of the sealing cover 106, and fixing holes are provided on the protruding portion. A fixing member passes through the fixing holes to fixedly connect the sealing cover 106 to the lower surface of the upper housing 102.

[0081] Preferably, the sealing cover 106 includes a bottom plate and a side plate. The side plate is arranged around the edge of the bottom plate, and the bottom plate and the side plate together form a concave cavity with an upper opening.

[0082] In a further solution, the first display control module 3 is assembled in the first through hole 105 through a limiting structure, which is not only convenient for installation and disassembly, but also can limit its position, prevent the first display control module 3 from changing its position, and ensure the control effect and display effect.

[0083] Preferably, a plug-in block 107 protruding outward is provided on the outer peripheral edge of the first display control module 3, and a matching plug-in port 108 is provided at the corresponding position on the edge of the first through hole 105;

[0084] The plug-in block 107 extends outward from the edge of the first display control module 3 and extends a certain distance in the horizontal direction. The plug-in port 108 is a downward concave notch provided on the inner peripheral edge of the first through hole 105. A plurality of the plug-in blocks 107 and plug-in ports 108 are provided to further enhance the limiting and fixing effect.

[0085] When the first display control module 3 is assembled in the first through hole 105, the plug-in block 107 is inserted into the plug-in port 108 from top to bottom, and the upper surface of the first display control module 3 is flush with the upper surface of the upper housing 102.

[0086] In a further solution, a positioning structure that cooperates with each other is also provided in the first display control module 3 and the first through hole 105;

[0087] Preferably, a positioning block 109 that protrudes outward is provided on the outer peripheral edge of the first display control module 3, and a cooperating positioning hole 110 is provided at a corresponding position on the inner circumference of the first through hole 105;

[0088] The positioning block 109 extends a certain distance in the thickness direction of the first display control module 3. The positioning hole 110 is a hole that penetrates up and down, or a notch with an open top and a sealed bottom.

[0089] In this solution, the cooperation between the insertion block 107 and the insertion port 108, and the cooperation between the positioning block 109 and the positioning hole 110 can limit the movement of the first display control module 3 in all directions, ensure the fixing effect of the first display control module 3, and thus ensure the control effect and the display effect.

[0090] Since the user is likely to leave washing water on the upper cover 1 during the process of picking up and placing clothes, in order to avoid the influence of the washing water on the first display control module 3 on the upper cover 1, the receiving groove 104 is provided with a sealing structure to prevent the washing water from entering the first display control module 3.

[0091] Further, a first groove 111 is provided on the upper surface of the upper housing 102. The first groove 111 is located on the outer periphery of the first through hole 105 and is provided with a cooperating first sealing ring 112. After the cover plate 101 and the upper housing 102 are installed, the first sealing ring 112 seals the gap between the cover plate 101 and the upper housing 102.

[0092] The function of the first sealing ring 112 between the cover plate 101 and the upper housing 102 is to make the cover plate 101 and the upper housing 102 fully sealed, so that water or water vapor cannot enter the cavity of the first display control module 3 through the gap between the cover plate 101 and the upper housing 102, and fully protect the first display control module 3.

[0093] Preferably, a second groove 113 is provided on the lower surface of the upper housing 102. The second groove 113 is located on the outer periphery of the first through hole 105 and is provided with a cooperating second sealing ring 114. After the sealing cover 106 and the upper housing 102 are installed, the sealing cover 106 presses the second sealing ring 114 around its circumference to seal the gap between the sealing cover 106 and the upper housing 102.

[0094] The function of the second sealing ring 114 between the upper shell 102 and the sealing cover 106 is to fully seal the upper shell 102 and the sealing cover 106, so that water or water vapor cannot enter the cavity of the first display control module 3 through the gap between the upper shell 102 and the sealing cover 106, thereby fully protecting the first display control module 3; and the first sealing ring 112 between the cover plate 101 and the upper shell 102 creates a fully sealed cavity for the first display control module 3, thereby preventing water or water vapor from contacting the first display control module 3.

[0095] In a further solution, a mounting groove 115 is provided on the lower housing 103 , and after the upper housing 102 and the lower housing 103 are assembled up and down, the first display control module 3 and the sealing cover 106 at the lower portion thereof are located in the mounting groove 115 .

[0096] The mounting groove 115 reserved on the lower housing 103 can accommodate the portion of the first display control module 3 protruding from the lower surface of the upper housing 102 and the sealing cover 106 therein, thereby further playing a sealing role.

[0097] In a further solution, corresponding observation window openings 116 are provided on the upper shell 102 and the lower shell 103 , and the upper shell 102 and the lower shell 103 are detachably connected in correspondence with each other up and down; thereby, the internal state of the clothing processing device can be observed through the transparent cover 101 .

[0098] The outer edges of the upper shell 102 and the lower shell 103 are provided with a first buckle structure 117, the upper shell 102 / lower shell 103 have an integrally arranged card block, and the corresponding positions of the lower shell 103 / upper shell 102 are provided with matching card holes;

[0099] The edges of the observation window openings 116 of the upper shell 102 and the lower shell 103 are provided with a second snap-fit ​​structure 118. The edges of the observation window openings 116 of the upper shell 102 / lower shell 103 have an integrally arranged snap block, and corresponding positions of the lower shell 103 / upper shell 102 are provided with snap holes;

[0100] The area between the edge and the outer rim of the observation window opening 116 of the upper shell 102 and the lower shell 103 is provided with a screw connection structure 119 .

[0101] The first snap-fit ​​structure 117 and / or the second snap-fit ​​structure 118 have a limiting device, the top of the snap-fit ​​block has a circumferential protrusion, the bottom of the snap-fit ​​hole has a circumferential groove matching the circumferential protrusion, the snap-fit ​​block or the snap-fit ​​hole has an elastic mechanism so that after the snap-fit ​​block enters the snap-fit ​​hole, the axial protrusion sinks into the circumferential groove for fixed connection, and when the connection is canceled, the elastic mechanism is used to disengage the protrusion from the groove and then pull it out.

[0102] In this solution, through the first snap structure 117 on the outer edges of the upper housing 102 and the lower housing 103, the second snap structure 118 on the inner peripheral edges of the observation window openings 116 of the upper housing 102 and the lower housing 103, and the screw connection structure 119 in the area between the outer edge and the observation window opening 116, the upper housing 102 and the lower housing 103 can not only be conveniently aligned in position, but also achieve a very good fixing effect.

[0103] In a further solution, a display operation area is provided on the cover plate 101. After the cover plate 101 is installed to cover the housing, the display operation area corresponds to the first display control module 3 up and down for display and / or control.

[0104] In a more preferred solution, the cover plate 101 is the upper cover 1 glass, and the upper cover 1 glass serves as the outer screen of the first display control module 3. A touch film will be pasted on the glass in the area corresponding to the first display control module 3, and the user controls the washing machine through the touch film; through the upper cover 1 glass and the observation window opening 116, the user can conveniently observe the washing state of the inner tub of the washing machine. This embodiment also provides an assembly method, which specifically includes:

[0105] First, place the first display control module 3 into the first through hole 105 reserved in advance in the upper housing 102, and then place the first sealing ring 112 between the cover plate 101 and the upper housing 102 into the first groove 111 reserved in advance in the upper housing 102; after the first sealing ring 112 and the first display control module 3 are placed in the first through hole 105, they are limited in the front, back, left, right, and downward directions; then connect the upper surface of the cover plate 101 and the upper housing 102 with 3M glue or glue, and the first sealing ring 112 and the first display control module 3 are completely limited;

[0106] Then turn the entire installed module over, and place the second sealing ring 114 between the upper housing 102 and the sealing cover 106 into the second groove 113 reserved in advance in the upper housing 102; then cover the sealing cover 106 over the first display control module 3, the periphery of the sealing cover 106 presses the second sealing ring 114, and the sealing cover 106 is connected to the upper housing 102 by screws;

[0107] After the screws are driven in, install the upper housing 102 onto the already installed module. The upper housing 102 and the upper housing 102 are fixedly connected through the first snap structure 117 on the outer edge, the second snap structure 118 on the inner peripheral edge of the observation window opening 116, and the screw connection structure 119 in the area between the outer edge and the observation window opening 116, completing the assembly process.

[0108] Embodiment III

[0109] Such as Figures 7 - 12As shown in the figure, this embodiment is a further limitation of Embodiment 1. This embodiment provides an installation method and specific structure of the second display device 4. In this embodiment, the clothing treatment device is a washing machine, and the body of the washing machine includes a base 2. The second display device 4 is installed on the front side, and / or the left side, and / or the right side of the base 2.

[0110] In current washing machines, especially in pulsator washing machines, the base 2 is installed on the upper part of the cabinet and connected to the cabinet. Some electrical components, balance rings, etc. of the washing machine are arranged on the base 2. It is relatively easy to set up an installation space on the base 2, and it is also easy to conduct circuit connections. In this solution, the second display device 4 is arranged on the side of the base 2. Except for the rear side, it can be arranged on the front side, the left side, or the right side. Multiple can also be arranged on different sides, or all three sides can be arranged at the same time, enabling users to observe the content displayed on the interface of the second display device 4 at a relatively far distance without having to get close to the washing machine, thus enhancing the user experience.

[0111] As a preferred solution of this embodiment, the second display device 4 is installed on the front side of the base 2, which can not only meet the observation needs of general users but also does not consume too many resources.

[0112] Furthermore, this embodiment provides a specific structure of the second display device 4, including the following:

[0113] The second display device 4 includes a display board 200, a display board bracket 201, and a display board outer screen 202. The display board outer screen 202 is assembled on the outside of the display board bracket 201, and the display board 200 is assembled on the inside of the display board bracket 201.

[0114] During installation, the display board outer screen 202 is assembled onto the display board bracket 201 from the outside of the display board bracket 201, then the display board 200 is assembled on the inside of the display board bracket 201, and then the assembled whole is installed on the front side of the base 2, which is convenient, fast, stable, and firm.

[0115] The display board 200 is electrically connected to the main control circuit board of the washing machine. The display board 200 includes relevant PCB boards, display lights, and display light holes, etc. It mainly provides display content by controlling the display light switch according to the display instructions transmitted by the main control circuit board. The display board bracket 201 is a frame structure, and its function is to fix the display board outer screen 202 and the display board 200, so that the entire second display device 4 can be installed on the main body module of the base 2, and it is stable and beautiful. The display board outer screen 202 can be an in-mold injection molded part, and a plastic film with a printed board surface is attached to the outer surface of the plastic part to display the content to be displayed in cooperation with the work of the display board 200.

[0116] Preferably, the display board 200 and / or the outer screen 202 of the display board are detachably connected to the display board bracket 201 respectively, which is convenient for assembly, disassembly, maintenance or cleaning.

[0117] In a further solution, an opening 203 matching the outer contour of the display board 200 is provided on the display board bracket 201, and the display board 200 is assembled in the opening 203 and is detachably connected to the display board bracket 201 outside the opening 203.

[0118] The opening 203 on the display board bracket 201 runs through from front to back, and the display board 200 is installed in the opening 203 from the inside of the display board bracket 201. In this way, the display lights or display screens on the display board 200 can be fixed on the display board bracket 201 without being blocked. After the outer screen 202 of the display board covers the opening 203 from the outside, the display board 200 is close to the display screen, and they jointly display the display information transmitted by the main control circuit board of the washing machine.

[0119] For the convenience of installation, the display board 200 is detachably connected to the display board bracket 201 outside the opening 203, and the connection method can be plugging, clamping or screw connection, etc. Preferably, the display board 200 is clamped and connected to the display board bracket 201 outside the opening 203 to play a positioning and limiting role.

[0120] In a further solution, first clamping blocks 204 are provided on the left and right sides and / or the upper and lower sides of the display board bracket 201 outside the opening 203, and protruding elastic structures are provided on the first clamping blocks 204; corresponding positions of the display board 200 are provided with first clamping holes 205 matching the first clamping blocks 204.

[0121] The length of the opening 203 extending in the left-right direction is greater than its width in the up-down direction. At least two first clamping blocks 204 are provided, which are provided on the upper and lower sides or the left and right sides of the opening 203 on the display board bracket 201. Preferably, they are provided on the left and right sides. Corresponding first clamping holes 205 are provided on the left and right sides of the display board 200 in the direction of its length. In this way, a better fixing effect can be achieved and displacement is not likely to occur.

[0122] In a preferred solution, two first clamping blocks 204 are provided on the left and right sides of the opening 203 on the display board bracket 201, and the upper and lower heights of the two clamping blocks are different. Preferably, they are provided on the diagonal line of the opening 203, and corresponding first clamping holes 205 are provided on the display board 200 at the corresponding positions.

[0123] When the display board 200 is placed at the opening 203 of the display board bracket 201, the first clamping block 204 is docked with the first clamping hole 205. Under the action of an external force, the elastic structure on the first clamping block 204 deforms, enabling the first clamping block 204 to be inserted into the first clamping hole 205. After the elastic structure passes through the first clamping hole 205, it resets and is restricted at the other end of the first clamping hole 205, realizing the connection between the display board 200 and the display board bracket 201.

[0124] In a further solution, the outer screen 202 of the display board covers the display board bracket 201 from the outside, and positioning structures that cooperate with each other are provided on the outer screen 202 of the display board and the display board bracket 201.

[0125] Preferably, the positioning structure includes positioning posts 206 provided on the inner side of the outer screen 202 of the display board and positioning jacks 207 provided on the body of the display board bracket 201, and the positions of the positioning posts 206 and the positioning jacks 207 are correspondingly set.

[0126] Preferably, the positioning jacks 207 are located on the left and right sides of the opening 203.

[0127] The positioning structures provided on the outer screen 202 of the display board and the display board bracket 201 can be positioned during assembly to avoid reverse installation or misinstallation, and also facilitate further fixation of the outer screen 202 of the display board and the display board bracket 201.

[0128] In a further solution, connection structures that cooperate with each other are also provided on the outer screen 202 of the display board and the display board bracket 201. The connection structure includes a second clamping hole 209 and a second clamping block 208. The outer screen 202 of the display board and the display board bracket 201 are clamped through the second clamping hole 209 and the second clamping block 208. The outer screen 202 of the display board can be provided with the second clamping hole 209 / the second clamping block 208, and the display board bracket 201 can be provided with the matching second clamping block 208 / the second clamping hole 209. The setting method is not limited as long as clamping can be achieved.

[0129] As a specific solution, the connection structure includes a second clamping hole 209 provided on the outer screen 202 of the display board and a second clamping block 208 provided at the corresponding position on the display board bracket 201.

[0130] In a preferred solution, a plurality of the second clamping blocks 208 are provided around the outer periphery of the opening 203. Since the outer screen 202 of the display board and the display board bracket 201 are relatively long in the length direction, by providing a plurality of second clamping blocks 208 around the outer periphery of the opening 203 and a plurality of corresponding second clamping holes 209 on the back of the outer screen 202 of the display board, the fixing strength can be increased and the installation stability can be ensured.

[0131] In a further solution, one side of the second engaging block 208 on the display board bracket 201 is fixed to the back surface of the display board bracket 201, and the other side extends horizontally away from the back surface of the display board bracket 201. A protruding structure is provided at the extending end of the second engaging block 208.

[0132] The second engaging block 208 can be integrally formed with the display board bracket 201 and is formed by a partial rearward protrusion from the back surface of the display board bracket 201. Correspondingly, a corresponding position on the back surface of the outer screen 202 of the display board protrudes rearward locally to form a protruding portion, and a through hole penetrating up and down is provided at the center of the protruding portion to form a first engaging hole 205. In this way, the outer screen 202 of the display board is close to the display board bracket 201 from the outside. Both the second engaging hole 209 and the second engaging block 208 protrude rearward. The second engaging hole 209 is located above the second engaging block 208. Under the action of an external force, the elastic structure on the second engaging block 208 deforms, enabling the second engaging block 208 to be inserted upward into the second engaging hole 209. After the elastic structure passes through the second engaging hole 209, it resets and is restricted at the other end of the second engaging hole 209, realizing the connection between the outer screen 202 of the display board and the display board bracket 201.

[0133] In a preferred solution, limiting ribs 210 are provided on both sides of the second engaging block 208. The limiting ribs 210 extend in the same direction as the extending direction of the second engaging block 208, and both extend rearward.

[0134] Preferably, the limiting ribs 210 are arranged at a certain distance from the second engaging block 208. After the second engaging block 208 is engaged with the second engaging hole 209, the second engaging hole 209 is restricted between the limiting ribs 210 on both sides;

[0135] Preferably, the horizontal extending length of the limiting ribs 210 is greater than the extending length of the second engaging block 208.

[0136] In this way, when the second engaging block 208 on the display board bracket 201 is inserted into the second engaging hole 209 on the outer screen 202 of the display board, the outer peripheral edge of the second engaging hole 209 is just close to the inner side of the limiting ribs 210. After the second engaging block 208 is engaged with the second engaging hole 209, the protruding portion where the second engaging hole 209 is located is restricted between the limiting ribs 210 on both sides; deformation can be prevented, which is beneficial to quickly complete the engagement.

[0137] In a further solution, a third engaging block 214 for engaging with the disk base 2 is further provided on the back surface of the display board bracket 201, and a third engaging hole 215 is provided at a corresponding position on the front side of the disk base 2.

[0138] In this embodiment, after the display board 200 and the outer screen 202 of the display board are assembled onto the display board bracket 201, the second display device 4 is assembled. Then, as a whole, it is installed onto the disk base 2, which is convenient and fast.

[0139] Preferably, a plurality of the third engaging blocks 214 are arranged around the outer periphery of the opening 203.

[0140] One side of the third engaging block 214 on the display board bracket 201 is fixed to the back surface of the display board bracket 201, and the other side extends horizontally in a direction away from the back surface of the display board bracket 201. A protruding structure is provided at the extending end of the third engaging block 214.

[0141] When the second display device 4 is assembled and then installed onto the disk base 2 as a whole, under the action of an external force, the elastic structure on the third engaging block 214 deforms, causing the third engaging block 214 to be inserted into the third engaging hole 215 on the disk base 2. After the elastic structure passes through the third engaging hole 215, it resets and is restricted at the other end of the third engaging hole 215, realizing the snap connection between the second display device 4 and the disk base 2.

[0142] Furthermore, in order to achieve a better fixing effect, a connecting block 211 for connecting with the disk base 2 is further provided on the back surface of the display board bracket 201 and / or the outer screen 202 of the display board. A connecting hole 212 for a fixing member to pass through is provided on the connecting block 211. A matching concave connecting groove is provided on the disk base 2, and a fixing hole is provided in the connecting groove. After the connecting block 211 extends into the connecting groove, the fixing member passes through the connecting hole 212 and is fixed to the fixing hole.

[0143] Multiple connecting blocks 211 can be provided on the back surface of the display board bracket 201 and / or the outer screen 202 of the display board, and they are evenly distributed around the opening 203 of the display board bracket 201 to further enhance the fixing effect. The fixing member can be a screw, enabling the second display device 4 to be firmly and reliably connected to the disk base 2.

[0144] Preferably, an avoidance opening 213 is provided on the display board bracket 201. The connecting block 211 provided on the back surface of the outer screen 202 of the display board passes through the avoidance opening 213 and is connected to the disk base 2. In this way, both the display board bracket 201 and the display screen can be connected to the disk base 2 through the connecting block 211, which can further fix the entire second display device 4.

[0145] Preferably, the connecting block 211 extends horizontally in a direction away from its back surface from the back surface of the display board bracket 201 and / or the outer screen 202 of the display board, and the connecting hole 212 is located at the extending end of the connecting block 211.

[0146] Preferably, reinforcing ribs are provided on the connecting block 211, and the extending direction of the reinforcing ribs is the same as and / or perpendicular to the extending direction of the connecting block 211; the strength of the connecting block 211 is enhanced, thereby enhancing the fixing effect.

[0147] Preferably, a plurality of the connecting blocks 211 are arranged around the outer periphery of the opening 203. Preferably, the length of the connecting block 211 is greater than the length of the third clamping block 214, and the connecting block 211 extends to the inner side of the disc base 2, achieving a better fixing effect.

[0148] Preferably, the third clamping blocks 214 and the connecting blocks 211 are arranged at intervals and alternately; the force can be evenly dispersed, achieving a better fixing effect, and the seismic resistance is greatly enhanced.

[0149] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present invention, and do not impose any form of limitation on the present invention. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with the preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art of this patent, without departing from the technical solution of the present invention, can make some changes or modifications to the above-mentioned technical content as equivalent embodiments of equivalent changes. However, as long as it does not depart from the technical solution of the present invention, any simple modification, equivalent change and modification made to the above embodiments according to the technical essence of the present invention still fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A clothing treatment device, comprising a body and an upper cover, the upper cover being installed on the top of the body, characterized in that, Further included are: A first display device, which is arranged on the upper cover and displays the operation information of the laundry treatment device; A second display device, which is arranged on the front side, and / or the left side, and / or the right side of the machine body; The upper cover includes a housing and a cover plate. A receiving groove for receiving the first display device is arranged in the housing. After the first display device is assembled into the receiving groove, the cover plate covers the upper surface of the housing; The first display device is a first display control module. The housing includes an upper housing and a lower housing. A first through hole is arranged on the upper housing, and the first display control module is assembled in the first through hole. An insertion block protruding outward is arranged on the outer peripheral edge of the first display control module, and a mating insertion port is arranged at the corresponding position on the edge of the first through hole. When the first display control module is assembled in the first through hole, the insertion block is inserted into the insertion port from top to bottom, and the upper surface of the first display control module is flush with the upper surface of the upper housing; A positioning block protruding outward is arranged on the outer peripheral edge of the first display control module, and the positioning block extends a certain distance along the thickness direction of the first display control module; a mating positioning hole is arranged at the corresponding position on the inner circumference of the first through hole.

2. The clothing treatment device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first display control module includes an integrally arranged display module and a control module. The receiving groove has an upward opening, and the first display control module is assembled in the receiving groove from the opening, and the cover plate covers the opening of the receiving groove.

3. The clothing treatment device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first display control module is detachably fixed in the receiving groove from the opening.

4. The clothing treatment device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A mating sealing cover is arranged at the lower part of the first through hole to form the receiving groove, covering and sealing the lower part of the first display control module.

5. The clothing treatment device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The sealing cover includes a bottom plate and a side plate. The side plate surrounds the edge of the bottom plate, and the bottom plate and the side plate together form a cavity with an upper opening.

6. The clothing treatment device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The insertion block extends outward from the edge of the first display control module and extends a certain distance in the horizontal direction. The insertion port is a downward concave notch arranged on the inner peripheral edge of the first through hole.

7. The clothing treatment device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The positioning hole is a hole penetrating up and down, or a notch with an open top and a blocked bottom.

8. The clothing treatment device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The receiving groove is provided with a sealing structure to prevent washing water from entering the first display device.

9. The clothing treatment device according to any one of claims 1-5, a first groove is provided on the upper surface of the upper housing, the first groove is located on the outer periphery of the first through hole, and a first sealing ring is provided in cooperation. After the cover plate is installed with the upper housing, the first sealing ring seals the gap between the cover plate and the upper housing.

10. The clothing treatment device according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, A second groove is arranged on the lower surface of the upper housing. The second groove is located on the outer periphery of the first through hole and is provided with a mating second sealing ring. After the sealing cover is installed on the upper housing, the periphery of the sealing cover presses the second sealing ring to seal the gap between the sealing cover and the upper housing.

11. The clothing treatment device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, A display operation area is arranged on the cover plate. After the cover plate is installed to cover the housing, the display operation area corresponds to the first display device up and down for display and / or control.

12. The clothing treatment device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, An installation groove is arranged on the lower housing. After the upper housing and the lower housing are assembled up and down, the first display device and the sealing cover below it are located in the installation groove.

13. The clothing treatment device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, Corresponding observation window openings are arranged on the upper housing and the lower housing, and the upper housing and the lower housing are detachably connected in an up-and-down corresponding manner.

14. The clothing treatment device according to claim 13, characterized in that,A first snap structure is provided at the outer edges of the upper housing and the lower housing. The upper housing / lower housing has an integrally provided snap block, and a mating snap hole is provided at the corresponding position of the lower housing / upper housing.

15. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 13, wherein A second snap structure is provided at the edge of the observation window opening of the upper housing and the lower housing. The edge of the observation window opening of the upper housing / lower housing has an integrally provided snap block, and a snap hole is provided at the corresponding position of the lower housing / upper housing.

16. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 13, wherein A screw connection structure is provided in the region between the edge of the observation window opening and the outer edge of the upper housing and the lower housing.

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