A washing machine

Abstract

The present invention provides a washing machine, comprising an integrated front panel, on which a mounting groove matching the observation window and a first opening matching the display module are provided, wherein the upper end wall of the mounting groove extends backward and upward to form a rear bend, and further extends backward along the rear bend to form a rear extension, wherein the rear extension is used to define and support the display module. By providing an integrated front panel, the control panel is omitted, and the components of the washing machine are reduced, which is conducive to improving manufacturing efficiency and assembly efficiency, as well as increasing the structural strength of the cabinet. By providing the rear bend and the rear extension, and the rear extension is used to define and support the display module, the rear extension is positioned rearward on the integrated front panel and can be supported on the middle and rear portion of the lower end of the display module, forming a favorable support for the display module and improving the stability of the display module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] As people's living standards improve, the use of washing machines is becoming more and more popular. Figure 1 As shown, the front face of the drum washing machine housing includes a control panel 02 and a front panel 01, which are arranged adjacent to each other. A display module 03 for displaying information is arranged on the control panel 02. An observation window 04 is hinged on the front panel 01. A clothing inlet is provided on the front panel 04. An openable and closable seal is provided between the observation window 04 and the clothing inlet. In other words, the front face of the washing machine housing is composed of two parts, the upper and lower parts, which makes the structural strength of the front face of the washing machine weak, and there is a large gap between the control panel 02 and the front panel 01. Currently, the size of the observation window 04 is slightly larger than the clothing inlet, which means that when the user observes the washing progress, he needs to bend down to a position flush with the inlet, which is not very convenient.

[0002] Furthermore, the display module is assembled from the back to the front onto the control panel, which is then mounted onto the two side panels of the cabinet, making assembly cumbersome. Furthermore, the display module can malfunction during use, requiring repair by first disassembling the control panel and then the display module, making repair and disassembly operations more complex. From the front of the machine, there is a large gap between the display module and the control panel, known as a black seam. This allows dripping water to easily enter the gap and potentially reach electrical components, increasing risks. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention provides a washing machine with an integrated front panel, which has simple assembly operation and high structural strength, and increases limited support for a display module, thereby improving the stability of the display module.

[0004] In order to achieve the above technical objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0005] A washing machine includes an integrated front panel, on which are provided a mounting groove matching the observation window and a first opening matching the display module. The upper end wall of the mounting groove extends backward and upward to form a rear bend, which continues to extend backward along the rear bend to form a rear extension. The rear extension is used to limit and support the display module.

[0006] Furthermore, the front plate includes an observation portion for assembling an observation window, and a control portion for assembling a display module, and the observation portion and the control portion are an integrated plate-shaped structure.

[0007] Furthermore, the mounting groove is communicated with the first opening.

[0008] Furthermore, a first connecting transition arc surface is provided between the groove wall of the installation groove and the rear bent portion, and the first connecting transition arc surface is horizontally arranged along the left-right direction on the installation groove.

[0009] Furthermore, the installation groove is basin-shaped, and includes a groove bottom and groove side walls arranged outward and forward along the groove bottom, and the first connection transition arc surface is located on the groove side walls.

[0010] Furthermore, the rear extension portion includes a horizontally arranged extension body and an opening flange extending upward along the rear end of the extension body. The size of the extension body in the front-to-back direction gradually decreases from its left and right sides to the middle.

[0011] Furthermore, a first latching hole is provided on the rear extension portion, and a first latching claw extending backward and matching with the first latching hole is provided on the display module.

[0012] Furthermore, the first clamping claw has a first plug plate extending backward and passing through the first clamping hole, a first claw portion arranged on the first plug plate, and a stopper protruding from the first plug plate for blocking the first opening flange, and the stopper is located on the front side of the first claw portion.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes a decorative piece for filling the gap on the installation groove formed by the rear bend, and the decorative piece is located in front of the rear bend.

[0014] Furthermore, a first connecting transition arc surface is provided between the groove wall of the installation groove and the rear bent portion, and the decorative component is adjacent to the installation groove at the first connecting transition arc surface.

[0015] Furthermore, a receiving notch matching the first connecting transition arc surface is formed on the decorative piece, and the first connecting transition arc surface fits in the receiving notch.

[0016] Furthermore, the lower end of the decorative piece is further provided with an edge portion extending downward and covering the front side of the wall of the installation groove, and the thickness of the edge portion gradually decreases in the downward direction.

[0017] Furthermore, the decorative piece is fixed on the display module, the display module has a front frame, and the front end surface of the decorative piece is located on the rear side of the front frame.

[0018] Furthermore, a sealing member is provided between the display module and the first opening, and a lower end of the sealing member is located between the display module and the decorative panel.

[0019] Furthermore, the display module has a display bracket, which includes a front frame and a cylinder extending backward along the front frame. The seal is sleeved on the outside of the cylinder, and the front end of the decorative panel is located on the rear side of the front frame.

[0020] Furthermore, a support platform is provided on the back of the decorative panel, a plurality of decorative positioning columns extending upward are provided on the support platform, positioning holes matching the decorative positioning columns are provided on the display module, and the decorative positioning columns are located in the positioning holes.

[0021] Furthermore, the display module has a display bracket, which includes a front frame and a cylinder extending backward along the front frame. The seal is sleeved on the outside of the cylinder, and the front end of the decorative panel is located on the rear side of the front frame.

[0022] The washing machine provided by the present invention omits a control panel by providing an integrated front panel, thereby reducing the number of components of the washing machine, reducing the manufacturing of the front control panel, and reducing the number of control panels installed on the front panel, which is beneficial to improving manufacturing efficiency and assembly efficiency. Furthermore, there is no gap between the control panel and the front panel, preventing moisture from penetrating through the gap. Reducing the gap is beneficial to improving the aesthetics of the washing machine. The provision of an integrated front panel is beneficial to increasing the structural strength of the cabinet. By providing a rear bend and a rear extension, and the rear extension is used to limit support for the display module, the rear extension is positioned rearward on the integrated front panel and can support the middle and rear portion of the lower end of the display module, forming a favorable support for the display module and improving the stability of the display module. At the same time, the mounting groove and the first opening can be connected, that is, the display module and the observation window can be arranged in close proximity. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of a drum washing machine in the prior art;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of an embodiment of a washing machine display module proposed by the present invention;

[0025] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle front plate;

[0026] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of the first opening;

[0027] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the main structure of the department;

[0028] Figure 6 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure from another angle;

[0029] Figure 7 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure after the center front case is assembled with the display module and decorative parts;

[0030] Figure 8 for Figure 7 An enlarged structural diagram of the middle decorative part;

[0031] Figure 9 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the main structure;

[0032] Figure 10 for Figure 9 AA-axis cross-sectional structural diagram;

[0033] Figure 11 for Figure 10 The enlarged structural diagram of the display module is shown in the figure;

[0034] Figure 12 for Figure 11 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of the middle B area;

[0035] Figure 13 for Figure 11 The enlarged structural diagram in the upper middle part;

[0036] Figure 14 for Figure 13 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of the middle C region;

[0037] Figure 15 for Figure 14 Schematic diagram of the middle part structure;

[0038] Figure 16 Schematic diagram of the structure of the seal;

[0039] Figure 17 for Figure 16 An enlarged schematic diagram of the upper portion after sectioning;

[0040] Figure 18 for Figure 12 an enlarged cross-sectional view of the middle decorative part;

[0041] Figure 19 is a structural diagram of a decorative part;

[0042] Figure 20 for Figure 19 Structural diagram from another angle;

[0043] Figure 21 It is a structural diagram of the display module;

[0044] Figure 22 for Figure 21 Schematic diagram of the cross-section structure;

[0045] Figure 23 for Figure 21 Schematic diagram of the explosion structure;

[0046] Figure 24 for Figure 23 A schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of the bracket is shown in FIG.

[0047] Figure 25 for Figure 23 A schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of the mid-process plate bracket;

[0048] Figure 26 for Figure 25 A schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of the middle part;

[0049] Figure 27 for Figure 23 An enlarged structural diagram of the middle and rear cover;

[0050] Figure 28 for Figure 27 A schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of the middle part;

[0051] Figure 29 for Figure 23 The figure shows the structure diagram after the bracket and the back cover are fixed;

[0052] Figure 30 for Figure 29 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of the D area in the middle.

[0053] Figure 31 Another setting mode in which the display module is adjacent to the observation window;

[0054] Figure 32 for Figure 31 Schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure in the EE direction;

[0055] Figure 33 for Figure 32 The enlarged structural diagram of the display module is shown in FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0056] To make the objectives, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention.

[0057] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the side closest to the user during normal use is referred to as the "front," and the side away from the user is referred to as the "rear." Terms such as "up," "down," "left," and "right" indicate directions or positional relationships based on the positional relationships during normal use of the washing machine. When describing a component, the direction closest to the axis or center of the component is referred to as the "inside," and the opposite direction is referred to as the "outside." These terms are intended solely to facilitate the description of the present invention and simplify the description. They do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. A feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of these features. In the description of the present invention, "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0058] See also Figure 2-Figure 33 As shown, the washing machine includes a housing 10 having an integrated front panel 101. Specifically, the front panel 101 includes an observation portion 1011 for mounting an observation window 50, and a control portion 1012 for mounting a display module 2. The observation portion 1011 and the control portion 1012 are an integrated plate-like structure and are integrally connected from top to bottom. That is, the observation portion 1011 and the control portion 1012 constitute the front end of the front panel 101. In a specific implementation, the display module 20 can be mounted only on the control portion 1012, or the display module 20, the dispenser module 30, and the key module 40 can all be mounted on the control portion 1012. The control part 1012 of the front panel 101 is provided with a first opening 102 for assembling the display module 20, a second opening 103 for assembling the dispenser module 30, a third opening 104 for installing the button module 40, and an installation groove 105 for assembling the observation window 50. A circular clothing input port 1051 is provided at the bottom of the installation groove 105. The front face of the washing machine is an integrated front panel 101, that is, a sheet metal part stamped from a steel plate, so that the display module 20, the dispenser module 30, and the button module 40 are directly assembled on the front panel 101, thereby omitting the control panel, reducing the components of the washing machine, reducing the manufacture of the front control panel, and reducing the installation of the control panel on the front panel, which is beneficial to improving manufacturing efficiency and assembly efficiency; and there will be no gap between the control panel and the front panel, eliminating the infiltration of moisture from the gap, and reducing the gap is beneficial to increasing the appearance of the washing machine; compared with the setting method of the front face of the box body in which the control panel is assembled and injection-molded by a sheet metal part, the setting of the integrated front panel 101 of sheet metal is beneficial to increasing the structural strength of the box body 10.

[0059] The front panel 101 is provided with a mounting groove 105 that matches the observation window 50. A first opening 102 for mounting the display module 20 is also formed in the front panel 101. The display module 20 and the observation window 50 are positioned adjacent to each other. A rearwardly curved portion 1052 extends rearwardly and upwardly from the upper end wall of the mounting groove 105. This portion further extends rearwardly from the rearwardly curved portion 1052 to form a rear extension 1022. This rear extension 1022 is used to define and support the display module 20. By providing the rear bend 1052, the mounting groove 105 and the first opening 102 are connected, thus eliminating any other components between the front of the display module 20 and the front of the observation window 50, placing the two in close proximity. The observation window 50 is positioned upwardly toward the display module 20 and has a second edge end face 501 that is in close proximity to the display module 20. This allows the user, after viewing the display on the screen, to simply adjust their gaze downward to see the laundry progress in the drum through the observation window 50. This provides the washing machine with a wider viewing range for observing the laundry progress, increasing user convenience. By providing the rear extension 1022, the rear extension 1022 is positioned relatively rearward, supporting the middle and rear portion of the display module 20. This provides strong support for the display module 20 and improves the stability of the lower end of the display module fixed to the rear extension 1022.

[0060] The following describes the support and fixation between the rear extension 1022 and the lower portion of the display module 20. To enhance the fixation of the rear extension 1022 to the display module 20, the rear extension 1022 includes a horizontally disposed extension body 10220 and an open flange 10221 extending upward from the rear end of the extension body 10220. The front-to-back dimensions of the extension body 10220 gradually decrease from its left and right sides toward its center. In other words, the interface between the rear extension 1022 and the rear curved portion 1052 lies within the horizontal plane of the extension body 10220 and is in the shape of an arc with a rearward convexity at the center. The extension body 10220 supports the display module 20, ensuring that the rear extension 1022 provides sufficient support for the display module 20. Furthermore, it is necessary to ensure that the rear curved portion 1052, at different front and rear positions, transitions to the rear extension 1022 through a bend.

[0061] See also Figure 4 、 Figure 12 ,as well as Figure 24As shown, a first engaging hole 10222 is defined on the rear extension portion 1022. The first engaging hole 10222 spans the extension body 10210 and the first engaging hole 10222 of the opening flange. Specifically, a portion of the first engaging hole 10222 is defined in the extension body 10210, while another portion is defined in the first engaging hole 10222 of the opening flange. A rearwardly extending first engaging claw 24 is defined on the display module 20, and the first engaging claw 24 is configured to mate with the first engaging hole 10222. The first engaging hole 10222 is defined on the extension body 10210 primarily to prevent deformation of the first engaging claw 24 during engagement. By configuring the first engaging claw 24 to engage with the first engaging hole 10222, the first engaging claw 24 and the first engaging hole 10222 can be engaged during installation of the display module 20, thereby improving assembly efficiency. The first claw 24 has a first plug plate 241 extending backward, a first claw portion 242 arranged on the first plug plate 241, and a stopper 243 protruding from the first plug plate 241 for blocking the first card hole 10222 of the open flange. The stopper 242 is located on the front side of the first claw portion 242, and the first plug plate 241 passes through the first card hole 10222. When the display module 20 is installed, the display module 20 is installed from front to back at the first opening 102 and pushed backward so that the first plug plate 241 passes through the first card hole 10222; and continues to push backward so that the first claw 242 on the first plug plate 241 elastically deforms and passes through the first card hole 10222. When the first claw 242 elastically resets, it stops at the rear end of the first card hole 10222; at the same time, the stop block 243 stops at the front side of the first card hole 10222 of the opening flange, so that the display module 20 cannot be pushed backward any further, so that the lower end of the display module 20 is engaged and fixed at the first card hole 10222.

[0062] The following describes the adjacent arrangement of the display module 20 and the observation window 50. Figures 9-12 The display module 20 and the observation window 50 are arranged adjacent to each other, meaning that there are no other structural components between the front end of the display module 20 and the front end of the observation window 50. When the observation window 50 is closed, the lower front end of the display module 20 and the upper front end of the observation window 50 are adjacent to each other. Furthermore, the adjacent relationship between the two is a surface fit, not a point fit. Specifically, the observation window 50 and the display module 20 are respectively provided with a first edge face 501 and a second edge face 211 that are adjacent to each other. When the observation window 50 is closed, there is only a gap between the first edge face 501 and the second edge face 211. By arranging the display module 20 and the observation window 50 adjacent to each other, the observation window 50 is positioned upwardly toward the display module 20 and has the second edge face 501 adjacent to the display module 20. This allows the user, after viewing the display on the screen, to view the washing status of the clothes in the drum through the observation window 50 by simply adjusting their gaze downward. This provides the washing machine with a wider viewing range for observing the washing status and increases the convenience of observation for the user.

[0063] In order to maximize the length of the adjacent end surfaces and extend the observation window 50 upward as much as possible, the second edge end surface 211 is set as the lower end surface of the entire left-right front portion of the display module 20, and the first edge end surface 501 is the end surface on the outer edge of the observation window 50 that is adjacent to the second edge end surface 211. In other words, the entire lower end surface of the front portion of the display module 20 is the second edge end surface 211, which is set to the maximum length in the left-right direction, so that the length of the first edge end surface 501 and the second edge end surface 211 is the longest.

[0064] A mounting groove 105 is provided on the front panel 101 to match the observation window 50. The mounting groove 105 is a circular basin-shaped structure, and a circular clothing inlet 1051 is provided at the bottom of the mounting groove 105. The mounting groove 105 and the clothing inlet 1051 are non-coaxial. In order to reduce component modifications and save costs, the opening sizes of the inner drum and the drum remain unchanged, and the user's comfortable observation zone is also in the upper area. Therefore, the size of the clothing inlet 1051 remains unchanged, and the area of ​​the observation window 50 is only increased and moved upward, so that the increased viewing area is at the top, which is conducive to achieving the best effect at the lowest cost. In other words, the axis Y2 of the mounting groove 105 is set above the axis Y1 of the clothing inlet 105. It is preferred that the axis of the mounting groove 105 is set directly above the axis of the clothing inlet 105, and the left-right symmetry line of the mounting groove 105 and the left-right symmetry line of the clothing inlet 105 are collinear.

[0065] See also Figure 12 As shown, the display module 20 and the observation window 50 are arranged adjacent to each other. A rear bend 1052 is formed along the upper end wall of the mounting groove 105, extending backward and upward. By providing the rear bend 1052, the mounting groove 105 and the first opening 102 are connected, which means that there are no other components between the front of the display module 20 and the front of the observation window 50, making the two adjacent to each other, so that the observation window 50 is arranged upward to the display module 20 and has a second edge end face 501 adjacent to the display module 20. After viewing the display on the screen, the user only needs to adjust the downward angle of his eyes to see the washing status of the clothes in the drum through the observation window 50, so that the washing machine has a wider visual range for observing the washing status, increasing the convenience of user observation.

[0066] See also Figure 9As shown, a first manner in which the first edge end face 501 and the second edge end face 211 are adjacent to each other is described, wherein the first edge end face 501 and the second edge end face 211 are both arcuate surfaces, that is, a second edge end face 211 is provided on the display module 20 to match the arcuate outer edge of the observation window 50, wherein the distance between the first edge face 501 and the axis of the observation window 50 is equal to the radius of the observation window 50, and the axis of the observation window 50 is a horizontal line in the front-to-back direction; that is, in order to make the length of the end faces of the display module 20 and the observation window 50 adjacent to each other longer, the observation window 50 is set upward, and the front lower end face of the display module 20 is set to avoid the arcuate surface of the observation window 50.

[0067] See also Figure 31-Figure 33 The figure illustrates a second embodiment in which the first edge surface 501 and the second edge surface 211 are closely adjacent. Both the first edge surface 501 and the second edge surface 211 are horizontal surfaces. Specifically, the second edge surface 211 is provided on the observation window 50 to mate with the horizontal lower end surface of the display module 20. The distance between the first edge surface 501 and the axis of the observation window is less than the radius of the observation window 50. This means that the adjacent end surfaces of the display module 20 and the observation window 50 are longer, allowing the observation window 50 to be positioned upward. A horizontal surface is provided at the upper end of the observation window 50 to avoid the display module 20. Because the front lower end surface of the display module 20 is flat, the display module 20 is obscured in front of the notch of the mounting groove 105, eliminating the need for decorative elements.

[0068] The following describes in detail the structure of the rear bend 1052 and the decorative element 7. Figure 2-Figure 12 ,as well as Figures 18-20 See Figure 4 、 Figure 6 and Figure 12As shown, a rear bend 1052 is formed along the upper end wall of the mounting groove 105 extending backward and upward, and a first connecting transition arc surface 1053 is provided between the groove wall of the mounting groove 105 and the rear bend 1052. The first connecting transition arc surface 1053 is horizontally arranged along the left and right directions on the mounting groove 105, and the left and right sides of the first connecting transition arc surface 1053 are located at the outer edge of the mounting groove 105. That is, the parts of the installation groove 105 that are above the horizontal plane where the first connection transition arc surface 1053 is located all extend backward; this makes the installation groove 105 and the first opening 102 connected, so that after the display module 20 and the observation window 50 are installed, the front end of the display module 20 and the front end of the observation window 50 are close to each other, so that the area of ​​the observation window is increased or the observation window is moved upward, which is beneficial to increase the user's visual range for observing the washing situation, especially increasing the visual area diagonally above the washing machine, increasing the convenience of user observation; and the provision of the rear bend 1052 is beneficial to form support for the display module and improve the stability of the display module; resulting in the formation of a notch 1054 on the installation groove 105. Specifically, the mounting groove 105 is basin-shaped, and the mounting groove 105 includes a vertically arranged groove bottom 1055 and a groove side wall 1056 arranged outward and forward along the groove bottom 1055. The first connecting transition arc surface 1053 is connected to the groove side wall 1056, that is, it is bent backward on the groove side wall 1056, so that the rear extension portion 1022 forms a support for the middle and rear part of the display module 20.

[0069] See also Figure 6 and Figure 12 As shown, the rearward extension of the bent portion 1052 forms a notch 1054 in the mounting groove 105. Although the notch is small, the internal structure of the housing 10 can be seen through the notch 1054 when the viewing window 50 is opened and viewed from the front of the washing machine. Therefore, a decorative piece 7 is provided to fill the notch 1054 formed by the bent portion 1052. The inner end surface of the decorative piece 7 matches the inner end surface of the mounting groove 105, and the decorative piece 7 is located in front of the bent portion 1052.

[0070] See also Figure 8 and Figure 12As shown, the decorative member 7 is adjacent to the installation groove 105 at the first connection transition arc surface 1053, and the decorative member 7 is used to fill the gap 1054 formed by the backward bending of the upper end of the groove side wall 1056, so that the decorative member 7 extends backward and downward, and the lower end of the decorative member 7 is arranged adjacent to the first connection transition arc surface 1053, so that the decorative member 7 and the installation groove 105 cooperate to form a space for accommodating the observation window 50; and the first connection transition arc surface 1053 is bent backward, so that the lower end of the decorative member 7 can be against the first connection transition arc surface 1053, which is conducive to the tightness of the cooperation between the decorative member 7 and the first connection transition arc surface 1053. Preferably, a receiving notch 71 is formed on the top of the decorative member 7 to match the first connecting and transitioning curved surface 1053, and the first connecting and transitioning curved surface 1053 fits within the receiving notch 71. The provision of the receiving notch 71 not only reduces the thickness of the lower end of the decorative member 7, facilitating its fit with the wall of the mounting groove 105, but also allows the decorative member 7 to fit tightly with the first connecting and transitioning curved surface 1053, thereby increasing the stability of the decorative member 7. The lower end of the decorative member 7 also has a rim portion 72 extending downward and covering the front side of the wall of the mounting groove 105. The rim portion 72 gradually decreases in thickness downward, ensuring a more secure fit between the decorative member 7 and the mounting groove 105.

[0071] See also Figure 23 As shown, the decorative member 7 is fixed to the display module 20, which has a front frame 21. The front end of the decorative member 7 is located behind the front frame 21. The display module 20 has a display bracket 2, which includes the front frame 21 and a cylindrical body 22 extending rearward from the front frame 21. The front end of the decorative plate 7 is located behind the front frame 21. The plane where the front edge of the mounting groove 105 lies is parallel to the plane where the front edge of the decorative member 7 lies, and they are arranged in front of each other.

[0072] See also Figures 18-20As shown, the back of the decorative panel 7 is provided with a support platform 73. Multiple upwardly extending decorative positioning posts 74 are provided on the support platform 73. Positioning holes 26 are provided on the display module 20 to match the decorative positioning posts 74, and the decorative positioning posts 74 are located within the positioning holes 26. Specifically, the decorative member 7 is moved upward toward the display module 20 so that the decorative positioning posts 74 fit within the positioning holes 26. The decorative member 7 is then secured to the display module 20 via a fastening structure provided between the decorative member 7 and the display bracket 2 of the display module 20. The axis of the decorative positioning posts 74 is perpendicular to the axis of the first fastening structure 75 provided on the decorative member 7. This vertical positioning and fastening arrangement improves securing efficiency and ensures stability after securing. Multiple reinforcing ribs 76 are also provided along the back of the decorative panel 7 in an upward and downward direction, with the support platforms 73 and the reinforcing ribs 76 arranged alternately at intervals. The support platforms 73 enhance the structural strength of the positioning posts 74 and facilitate their upward positioning. The reinforcing ribs 76 also enhance the structural strength of the decorative panel 7.

[0073] The following describes the assembly of the display module 20 and the front panel 101. Figure 2-Figure 4 、 Figure 11-Figure 15 ,as well as Figures 21-30 As shown. To facilitate assembly, maintenance, and disassembly of the display module 20, the display module 20 is preferably front-mounted, and the key module 40 is assembled and removed as a whole; that is, it is installed from the front side of the washing machine to the rear. This facilitates the removal of the display module as a whole from the front when maintenance and disassembly are required, and it is moved outward to remove it, leaving ample operating space, which is conducive to improving disassembly efficiency. In this embodiment, the front panel 101 is a one-piece sheet metal part, or a one-piece sheet metal front panel. This requires the display module 20 to be mounted and fixed on the sheet metal part. However, the sheet metal part itself is relatively thin, and there are fewer locations where the fixing structure can be set. In addition, the sheet metal part can only be provided with openings, which further increases the difficulty of fixing the display module 20.

[0074] See also Figure 3 ,as well as Figure 11-13As shown, the display module 20 is fixed to the first opening 102 via a front-mounted method. The upper edge of the front panel 101 is provided with a top flange 106 that bends backward and extends, that is, the top flange 106 extends backward along the upper edge of the control unit 1012. The top frame 106 is the top surface of the washing machine. A top flange 107 is provided along the rear end of the top frame 106 and bends downward and extends. The display module 20 is fixed to the top flange 107. The top flange 107 is fixed to the rear of the display module 20, and combined with the support provided by the first opening 102 for the display module, it helps to improve the secure fixation of the display module. Specifically, the display module 20 is provided with a plurality of display fixing posts 23 extending backward. The display fixing posts 23 are fixed to the top flange 107 via fasteners. Preferably, the display fixing posts 23 are provided on the upper portion of the display module 20 and are fixed to the display fixing posts 23 by screws passing through screw holes provided in the top flange 107. The display fixing column 23 is only provided on the upper part of the display module 20. Firstly, the upper display fixing column 23 is fixed on the top flange 107 near the top folding edge 106, which is beneficial for the fastening or disassembly operation of the fastener; secondly, the size of the top flange 107 in the upper and lower directions does not need to be lengthened, which affects the layout space of other components; and it is beneficial to reduce material costs.

[0075] In other embodiments, it is also possible to provide display fixing columns at the bottom or side of the display module 20 and widen the width of the top flange 107 in the vertical direction to fix the top flange 107 to display fixing columns at other locations.

[0076] The display module 20 is secured using a three-layered approach: front, middle, and back. The rear portion of the display module 20 is secured to the top flange 107, the front portion is secured by snapping at the first opening 102, and the middle portion of the display module 20 is secured by supporting the rear extension 1022 and the lower portion of the display module 20. Specifically, multiple first opening folds 1021 extending rearward are provided along the edge of the first opening 102, with snap-fit ​​positioning structures provided between the display module 20 and the first opening folds 1021. The front portion of the display module 20 is snap-fitted, allowing for direct engagement during installation, improving installation efficiency.

[0077] See also Figure 4 and Figure 24As shown, the locking and positioning structure includes a second protruding claw 221 provided on the display module 20, and a first clamping plate 10211 provided on the first opening fold 1021 and bent inwardly extending, with the inward direction being the direction closer to the axis of the first opening 102 and the outward direction being the direction away from the axis of the first opening 102. The first clamping plate 10211 is preferably provided on the first opening fold 1021 on the left and right sides of the first opening 102, and the second clamping claw 221 is provided on the left and right sides of the display bracket 2 of the display module 20. A limit bar 222 is provided on the display module 20 and is located in front of the second clamping claw 221. The limit bar 222 is blocked on the front side of the first clamping plate 10211; that is, the first clamping plate 10211 is located between the limit bar 222 and the second clamping claw 221, and the limit bar 222 is used to limit the installation of the display module 20 in place; two guide edges 223 extending backward and away from each other are provided along both ends of the limit bar 222, which are used for guiding when the second clamping claw 221 is engaged.

[0078] In other implementations, second claws may be provided on each of the four first folded edges of the first opening 102 to achieve engagement with the four surfaces of the display module 20 at the first opening 102 .

[0079] See also Figure 4 and Figure 12 As shown, in this embodiment, the display module 20 and the observation window 50 are arranged adjacent to each other. A rearward bend 1052 extends backward and upward along the upper end wall of the mounting groove 105, and a rearward extension 1022 continues to extend backward along the rearward bend 1052. The rearward extension 1022 is used to define and support the display module 20. The rearward bend 1052 connects the mounting groove 105 and the first opening 102. This means that there are no other components between the front of the display module 20 and the front of the observation window 50, making them adjacent to each other. The observation window 50 is arranged upwardly toward the display module 20 and has a second edge end surface 501 adjacent to the display module 20. After viewing the display on the screen, the user only needs to adjust the downward angle of their gaze to see the washing status of the clothes in the drum through the observation window 50. This provides the washing machine with a wider visual range for observing the washing status and increases the convenience of observation for the user. By setting the rear extension portion 1022, the rear extension portion 1022 is positioned relatively backward, so that the rear extension portion 1022 is supported on the middle and rear part of the display module 20, which is conducive to forming a strong support for the display module 20 and is conducive to the stability of fixing the lower end of the display module to the rear extension portion 1022.

[0080] When the display module 20 is installed, the display module 20 is installed into the first opening 102 from the front end of the box body, and the display module 20 is pushed backward. A locking and positioning structure is provided between the display module 20 and the first opening fold 1021, so that the display module 20 is locked at the first opening 102; at the same time, the first claws 24 at the lower part of the display module 20 are locked with the opening flange 10221; in the process of pushing the display module 20 backward into place, the locking and positioning structures located on the left and right sides of the front are locked and fixed, and the first claws 24 at the lower end of the middle part are locked and fixed with the opening flange 10221; then the fasteners pass through the top flange 107 and are fixed to the display fixing column 23; in this way, the display module 20 is fixed in double and three layers in the front and rear directions, which is conducive to improving the stability of the fixation, and the locking and fixing of the display module 20 during the assembly process can be directly completed when the display module 20 is installed, which is conducive to improving the installation efficiency; the fixing of the fasteners is set at the rear side, which is conducive to improving the firmness after fixation.

[0081] The method for installing the display module 20 of the washing machine includes the following steps:

[0082] A. Assemble the components of the display module 20 into a whole.

[0083] B. Install the display module 20 from the front of the case into the first opening 102 and push the display module 20 backward to lock it in place. Specifically, a locking mechanism is provided between the display module 20 and the first opening flange 1021, securing the display module 20 in the first opening 102. Simultaneously, the first claw 24 at the bottom of the display module 20 engages with the opening flange 10221.

[0084] C. Fix the display module 20 to the top flange 107 from the rear side using fasteners. Specifically, a display fixing post 23 is provided on the upper portion of the display module 20 , and screws pass through screw holes provided on the top flange 107 and are fixed to the display fixing post 23 .

[0085] See also Figure 14 and Figure 15As shown, to reduce the assembly gap between the display module 20 and the front panel 101, the front end of the display module 20 is provided with multiple first edges 212 extending outward, at least one of which covers the outside of the first opening 102. When describing the display module 20, the direction closer to the centerline of the display module 20 in the front-to-back direction is considered inner, and the direction closer to the centerline of the display module 20 in the front-to-back direction is considered outer. By providing the outward-extending first edges 212, an outward-angled gap is formed between the display module 20 and the first opening 102, which helps to reduce the gap between the two. Moreover, the first edges 212 cover the outside of the first opening 102, thereby obscuring the gap between the display module 20 and the first opening 102, making the gap less visible from the front. The display module 20 includes a front frame 21 and a display screen 1 fixed to the front end of the front frame 21. The front frame 21 has multiple first edges 212 extending forward and covering the outside of the display screen 1. Specifically, four first edges 212 are provided on the front frame 21, namely, the top, bottom, left, and right edges. A plurality of first opening folding edges 1021 extending backward are provided along the edge of the first opening 102 , and a transition arc surface 1025 connects the first opening folding edges 1021 and the front plate 101 .

[0086] There are many ways to cooperate between the first edge 212 and the transition arc surface 1025. Figure 14 and Figure 15 The first surface matching method is described. A edging groove 2121 matching the transition arc surface 1025 is provided on the first edging 212, and the transition arc surface 1025 is partially or completely located in the edging groove 2112; so that the edging groove 2112 blocks the horizontal gap between the display module 20 and the horizontally arranged first opening fold 1021, so that the matching between the display module 20 and the first opening 102 at the front end is the matching between the first edging 212 and the transition arc surface 1025, so that the matching gap at the front end is in the forward and outward direction, so that the user in front of the washing machine is not easy to notice the assembly gap between the display module 20 and the front panel 101; and by setting the edging groove 2121 for accommodating the transition arc surface 1025, the matching between the first edging 212 and the transition arc surface 1025 is a surface matching, which increases the matching area and can effectively prevent the infiltration of water droplets. The second method is a line fit method, in which the outer end face of the first edging 212 is set as an inclined extension surface extending forward and outward, and the transition arc surface 1025 is partially or completely located on the rear side of the inclined extension surface, so that the fitting gap at the front end is in the forward and outward direction, so that the user in front of the washing machine cannot easily notice the assembly gap between the display module 20 and the front panel 101, and the fit between the first edging 212 and the transition arc surface 1025 is a line fit.

[0087] A sealing member 8 is provided between the display module 20 and the first opening 102. The following describes the arrangement of the sealing member 8. Figures 11-17 See Figure 15and Figure 17 As shown, the seal 8 has a sealing body 81 that is sealed with the display module 20, and a sealing lip 82 that extends obliquely outward along the sealing body 81, and a guide groove 83 is formed between the sealing body 81 and the sealing lip 82; by providing the sealing lip 82 that extends obliquely outward along the sealing body 81, the thickness of the sealing lip 82 is thinner than the sealing body 81, which is beneficial to the elastic deformation of the sealing lip 82 during the installation process, so that the sealing lip 82 is in a deformed state after installation, so that the force of the elastic deformation of the sealing lip 82 acts on the display module 80 and the first opening 102 that are in contact with it, which is beneficial to ensure the tightness of the seal of the seal 8; and a guide groove 83 is formed between the sealing body 81 and the sealing lip 82, so that the moisture that penetrates from the gap between the display module 20 and the first opening 102 will be diverted through the guide groove 83 after reaching the seal 8, thereby avoiding the accumulation of moisture at the seal 8 and reducing the risk of moisture penetrating through the seal 8. The sealing lip 82 is arranged to become thinner in the direction of outward extension, which further facilitates the elastic deformation of the sealing lip 82 .

[0088] See also Figure 14 、 Figure 16 and Figure 24 As shown, the display module 20 has a display bracket 2, which includes a front frame 21 and a cylindrical body 22 extending rearwardly along the front frame 21. The cylindrical body 22 extends horizontally rearwardly. The seal 8 is mounted on the outer side of the cylindrical body 22, and the front frame 21 is located in front of the seal 8. Preferably, the seal 8 and the front frame 21 are spaced apart and form a drainage groove 88. The outward inclined extension direction of the sealing lip 82 matches the assembly direction of the display module 20 when it is assembled into the first opening 102. The outward inclined direction of the sealing lip 82 is opposite to the movement direction of the display module 20 when it is assembled into the first opening 102. Therefore, after the display module 20 is assembled into the first opening 102, the angle between the sealing lip 82 and the sealing body 81 tends to decrease. The outer end of the sealing lip 82 is squeezed by the first opening fold 1021 and deforms toward the sealing body 81, which helps to increase the contact area between the first opening fold 1021 and the sealing lip 82, thereby improving the sealing performance.

[0089] In this embodiment, the display module 20 is installed from the front, and a first opening fold 1021 extending backward is provided along the edge of the first opening 102. The sealing lip 82 is sealed with the first opening fold 1021, and the sealing lip 82 extends forward and outward; the guide groove 83 has a top guide groove 831 connected and arranged, and side guide grooves 832 located on the left and right sides, and the lower end of the side guide groove 832 is an open end 834 for water droplets to flow downward; that is, the sealing lip 82 is only provided on the top and left and right sides of the seal 8, which is conducive to forming the open end 834, so that the moisture flowing into the guide groove 83 can flow out after reaching the open end 834 along the guide groove, thereby avoiding the accumulation of moisture in the guide groove 83. After the display module 20 is installed in the first opening 102, water is mainly prevented from entering through the top gap and the gaps on the left and right sides to prevent it from reaching the interior of the display module 2 and causing damage to electrical components; even if water enters the lower gap of the display module 20, it will not reach the display module, so no sealing lip 82 is provided at the lower end of the seal 8 with respect to the top gap.

[0090] See also Figure 17 As shown, the guide groove 83 has a first groove surface 835 inclined forward and inward, a second groove surface 836 inclined forward and outward, and an arc-shaped connecting groove surface 837 connecting the first groove surface 835 and the second groove surface 836, wherein the first groove surface 835 is located on the sealing body 81, the second groove surface 836 is located on the sealing lip 82, and a portion of the arc-shaped connecting groove surface 837 is located on the sealing body 81 and a portion is located on the sealing lip 82. By setting a second groove surface 36 that is inclined forward and outward, when moisture reaches the gap between the display module 20 and the first opening 102, when the moisture moves backward along the first opening fold 1021, after the moisture reaches the second groove surface 836, it will flow along the inclined surface of the second groove surface 836; at the top guide groove 831, after the moisture reaches the second groove surface 836, it will flow along the inclined surface of the second groove surface 836 to the arc-shaped connecting groove surface 837, and then flow to the first groove surface 835; at the side guide groove 832, the moisture can flow directly backward along the second groove surface 836 to the open end 834, and flow out of the seal 8.

[0091] The seal 8 has an outer end surface 84 that is tilted forward and outward, and an inner end surface 85 that is parallel to the barrel 22. The barrel 22 is provided with a plurality of display fixing posts 23 that protrude outward and extend rearward for fixing the display module 20. The seal is positioned between the display fixing posts 23 and the front frame 21. The seal body 81 has a forward-extending extension 86 that is positioned between two adjacent display fixing posts 23. The extension 86 increases the contact area with the barrel 22, improving sealing performance, supporting the sealing lip 82, and facilitating circumferential positioning of the seal 8.

[0092] The following describes the structure of the display module 20. Figures 21-30 See Figure 22 and Figure 23 As shown, the display module 20 includes a display bracket 2, a display screen 1 disposed at the front end of the display bracket 2, a display panel 3 located behind the display screen 1, and a process panel 5 located behind the display panel 3. The process panel 5 is tilted backward in an upward direction relative to the display panel 3. By placing the process panel 5 behind the display panel 3, the display panel 3 and the process panel 5 are stacked in the front-to-back direction, avoiding the need for separate placement of the display panel 3 and the process panel 5 in the left-right direction of the washing machine. This helps save space in the left-right direction and allows the display screen 3 to be larger in the left-right direction for easier user operation. Furthermore, there is no need to protect the display panel 3 and the process panel 5 separately, eliminating a rear cover for protection and saving costs. By tilting the process panel 5 relative to the display panel 3, a larger tilt angle is created between the process panel 5 and the vertical plane, making it easier to operate when plugging the plug-in terminal into the process panel, thereby improving plugging efficiency.

[0093] In this embodiment, see Figure 2 As shown, the display module 20 is arranged on the front face of the drum washing machine, the display screen 1 has a slight backward tilt angle, the display panel 3 is arranged parallel to the display screen 1, and the process board 5 is arranged behind the display panel 3; after the display module 20 is installed from front to back, a plurality of plug-in terminals are plugged into the process board 5, and thus the process board 5 is tilted relative to the display panel 3, so that the backward tilt angle of the process board 5 is slightly larger, and the plug-in operation can be carried out in the forward and downward directions, which is conducive to observation and improves the quality and efficiency of plug-in.

[0094] Regarding the angle between the display panel 3 and the process panel 5, if the angle is too large, the structure becomes uncompact, the display module 20 becomes too large in the front-to-back direction, and occupies a large space in the front-to-back direction; and a too large angle is also not conducive to plugging operations. Preferably, the angle between the display panel 3 and the process panel 5 is set to 4° to 15°, and more preferably, the angle between the display panel 3 and the process panel 5 is set to 5° to 10°. Preferably, the angle between the process panel 5 and the vertical plane is set to 20° to 40°, and more preferably, the angle between the process panel 5 and the vertical plane is set to 20° to 30°.

[0095] The display panel 3 includes an integral display panel body, a light frame disposed in front of the display body, and a display film attached to the front of the light frame. The display panel 3 is fixed to the display panel bracket 2. To secure the process board 5, the process board bracket 4 is also fixed to the display panel bracket 2. The display panel 3 also includes a rear cover 6 disposed behind the process board 5. The rear cover 6 is fixed to the display bracket 2 and abuts the rear portion of the process board bracket 4. An extension opening 68 is formed between the display bracket 2 and the rear cover 6 for the upper end of the process board bracket 4 to extend. This extension allows the connector to be plugged into the assembled display module 20.

[0096] See also Figure 22 、 Figure 24 and Figure 25 As shown, the display bracket 2 has a frame 21 and a cylinder 22 extending backward along the frame 21. The upper part of the process board bracket 4 is arranged adjacent to the upper wall of the cylinder 22, that is, the upper front end of the process board bracket 4 is close to the upper wall of the cylinder 22, and the upper rear end of the process board bracket 4 is close to the back cover 6, that is, the upper part of the process board bracket 4 extends upward from between the display bracket 2 and the back cover 6. The display board 3 is fixed in the cylinder 22, and the process board bracket 4 is tilted downward and forward, so that the lower part of the process board bracket 4 extends into the cylinder 22, and a plurality of top columns 411 are provided on the process board bracket 4, which are limited to the rear side of the display board 3 and are protruding forward. By setting the lower part of the process board bracket 4 to tilt forward, the upper part of the process board bracket 4 is also tilted backward, and the top columns 411 are provided to fix the display board 3, that is, the purpose of tilting the process board 5 relative to the display board 3 is achieved, and it also plays a role in fixing the display board 3; the process board bracket 4 is arranged parallel to the process board 5, and the process board 5 and the back cover 6 are also arranged parallel.

[0097] See also Figure 25 and Figure 26 As shown, the structural arrangement of the process board bracket 4 includes a bracket body 41 and a limiting structure 42 disposed above the bracket body 41. The limiting structure 42 is used to fix the plug-in terminals connected to the process board 5. The limiting structure 42 is located above the process board 5. After the plug-in terminals are plugged into the process board 5, the plug-in terminals are fixed to the limiting structure 42. Specifically, the limiting structure 42 includes a limiting frame 421 with upper and lower openings, and limiting claws 422 disposed on the limiting frame 421 for locking the plug-in terminals. It also includes a plurality of vertically arranged partitions 423 that divide the limiting frame 421 into a plurality of partition spaces. The limiting claws 422 and the partition plates 423 are alternately disposed, or each limiting claw 422 is located in a partition space, and the plug-in terminals are fixed in the partition spaces.

[0098] To secure the process board support 4 to the display support 2, a display fixing post 23 extending rearward is provided on the outside of the display support 2. A latch 231 is provided on the display fixing post 23. The process board support 4 is provided with an outwardly protruding latch 424 that matches the latch 231, and the latch 424 is located within the latch 231. Preferably, two left and right display fixing posts 23 are provided at the upper end of the barrel 22 of the display support 2. The display fixing posts 23 protrude rearward from the rear end of the barrel 22 along the upper end of the barrel 22. A downwardly open latch 231 is provided on the display fixing post 23, and the front end of the latch 231 contacts the rear end of the barrel 22. Latch 421 is formed extending upward along the left and right sides of the limiting frame 421. In this way, the upper portion of the process board support 4 is disposed in close proximity to the upper wall of the barrel 22. The upper end of the process board bracket 4 and the display bracket 2 is fixed by the protrusion 424 and the socket 231, and the lower end is fastened by a fastener; an outward extending fixing ear 412 is provided on the process board bracket 4, and the fixing ear 412 is fixed to the display bracket 2 by a screw; this is conducive to the firmness of the fixation.

[0099] See also Figure 24 ,as well as Figures 27-30 As shown, for the assembly between the back cover 6 and the display bracket 2, a limiting structure is provided between the display bracket 2 and the back cover 6. The limiting structure is a first limiting plate provided on one of the display bracket 2 and the back cover 6 and mating with the corner of the other. Specifically, the first limiting plate can be provided on the display bracket 2, mating with the corner of the back cover 6; or the first limiting plate can be provided on the back cover 6, mating with the corner of the display bracket 2. In this way, the first limiting plate can be provided on only one of the display bracket 2 and the back cover 6, and the corner of the other component can be used to mating with the first limiting plate, which is conducive to structural simplification and the stability of the mating. By providing a limiting structure, it is beneficial to improve assembly efficiency and increase the stability of the back cover 6 and the display bracket 2 after they are fixed.

[0100] Taking the first limiting plate 63 provided on the rear cover 6 as an example, multiple first limiting plates 63 are provided on the rear cover 6, including at least a pair of diagonally arranged first limiting plates 63. The diagonally arranged first limiting plates 63 are arranged so that the two first limiting plates 63 cooperate with the two diagonal portions of the display bracket 2, thereby improving the stability of the fixation. Preferably, four first limiting plates 63 extending forward are provided on the rear cover 6 to cooperate with the four corners of the display bracket 2 to achieve position limiting.

[0101] The display bracket 2 has a front frame 21 and a barrel 22 extending backward along the front frame 21. The rear cover 6 has a rear cover plate 61 and an extension plate 62 extending forward along the edge of the rear cover plate 61. A first limiting plug plate 63 extending backward from the extension plate 62 is provided on the inner side of the extension plate 62; the first limiting plug plate 63 extends into the barrel 22, and the front end surface of the rear cover plate 61 is in contact with the rear end surface of the barrel 22, thereby achieving a positioning and limiting effect.

[0102] A plug-in fixing structure and a snap-fit ​​fixing structure are further provided between the display bracket 2 and the back cover 6. The plug-in fixing structure and the snap-fit ​​fixing structure are arranged opposite to each other on the left and right sides. That is, by providing the plug-in fixing structure on one side and the snap-fit ​​fixing structure on the other side, when the back cover 6 is assembled to the display bracket 2, the limiting structure is used to position the back cover 6 and the display bracket 2, and plays a supporting and fixing role after assembly. The plug-in fixing structure and the snap-fit ​​fixing structure then fix the back cover 6 to the display bracket 2. Preferably, two plug-in points and one snap-fit ​​point are provided. The three-point fixing method is more conducive to stability after fixation.

[0103] The locking and fixing structure includes a rearward-extending locking plate 25 on the display bracket 2 and a protruding notch 64 on the extension plate 62 of the rear cover 6, which is configured to accommodate the locking plate. A protruding third claw 251 is provided on the locking plate 25, and a retaining strip 641 is provided in the notch 64, which engages with the third claw 251. A retaining slot 642 is formed between the retaining strip 641 and the notch 64, allowing the locking plate 25 to extend. A protruding limiting edge 252 is provided on the locking plate 25, located in front of the third claw 251, with the retaining strip 641 located between the limiting edge and the third claw 251. By setting the locking plate 25, the locking strip 641 and the locking socket 642, the locking plate 25 is locked to the locking socket 642; and the slot 64 is protruding outward, which is conducive to accommodating the inserted locking plate 25, that is, the locking plate 25 is inserted into the slot 64, and the rear end extends from the locking socket 642, so that the third claw 251, the limiting edge 252 and the locking strip 641 cooperate to enable the back cover 6 and the display bracket 2 to withstand the force in the front and rear directions, and the locking plate 25 is located in the slot 64 so that the back cover 6 and the display bracket 2 can withstand the force in the up and down directions.

[0104] In order to increase the stress strength at the notch 64 , a second limiting plug plate 65 extending forward is provided on the extension plate 62 . The second limiting plug plate 65 is disposed adjacent to the notch 64 and is inserted into the barrel 22 of the display bracket 2 .

[0105] A plug-in edge 224 extending backward is provided on the barrel 22 of the display bracket 2. The plug-in fixing structure is that a plurality of plug posts 66 are provided on the back cover 6, and a socket 225 matching the plug posts is opened on the plug-in edge 224, and the plug posts 66 are inserted into the socket 225; preferably, two upper and lower sockets 225 are provided on one side of the barrel 22; and a locking plate 25 is provided on the other side of the barrel 22.

[0106] See also Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, for the installation of the front panel 101, the box body 10 also includes left and right side panels 108, and a table top 109. The top flange 107 is arranged adjacent to the table top 109 in front and back. It is preferred that the upper end surface of the top flange 106 is flush with the upper end surface of the table top 109. A crossbeam 110 is fixed on the top of the left and right side panels 108, and the front panel 101 is hung on the crossbeam 110 through the top flange 107. For the installation and fixation of the front panel 101, the crossbeam 110 is first fixedly connected to the left and right side panels 108, and then the front panel 101 is hung on the crossbeam 110. Finally, the front panel 101 and the crossbeam 110 are fixed. The operation is simple. The crossbeam 110 plays a certain role in supporting and fixing the front panel 101, thereby enhancing the stability of the entire structure of the washing machine. This hanging installation method ensures both assembly clearance and assembly strength.

[0107] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention in any other manner. Any person skilled in the art may utilize the above-disclosed technical content to modify or modify the present invention into equivalent embodiments. However, any simple modifications, equivalent variations, and modifications to the above embodiments that do not depart from the technical content of the present invention and are based on the technical essence of the present invention remain within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A washing machine, characterized in that: The device comprises an integrated front plate, wherein a mounting groove matching the observation window and a first opening matching the display module are provided on the front plate, an upper end wall of the mounting groove extends rearward and upward to form a rear bend portion, and further extends rearward along the rear bend portion to form a rear extension portion, wherein the rear extension portion is used to define and support the display module; A first latching hole is provided on the rear extension portion, and a first latching claw extending backward and matching with the first latching hole is provided on the display module; The rear extension portion includes a horizontally arranged extension body and an opening flange extending upward along the rear end of the extension body. The size of the extension body in the front-to-back direction gradually decreases from the left and right sides to the middle.

2. The washing machine according to claim 1, wherein A first connecting transition arc surface is provided between the groove wall of the installation groove and the rear bent portion, and the first connecting transition arc surface is horizontally arranged along the left-right direction on the installation groove.

3. The washing machine according to claim 2, characterized in that The mounting groove is basin-shaped and includes a groove bottom and groove sidewalls arranged outward and forward along the groove bottom. The first connecting transition arc surface is located on the groove sidewalls.

4. The washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The first clamping claw comprises a first inserting plate extending backward and passing through the first clamping hole, a first claw portion arranged on the first inserting plate, and a stopper protruding from the first inserting plate for blocking the first opening flange, wherein the stopper is located on the front side of the first claw portion.

5. The washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: It also includes a decorative piece for filling the gap on the installation groove formed by the rear bend, and the decorative piece is located in front of the rear bend.

6. The washing machine according to claim 5, characterized in that A first connecting transition arc surface is provided between the groove wall of the installation groove and the rear bent portion, and the decorative component is adjacent to the installation groove at the first connecting transition arc surface.

7. The washing machine according to claim 6, characterized in that An accommodating notch matching the first connecting transition arc surface is formed on the decorative piece, and the first connecting transition arc surface fits in the accommodating notch.

8. The washing machine according to claim 5, characterized in that The lower end of the decorative piece is further provided with an edge portion extending downward and covering the front side of the groove wall of the installation groove, and the thickness of the edge portion gradually decreases in the downward direction.

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