Air conditioner front panel and air conditioner

Abstract

The present invention provides an air conditioner front panel and an air conditioner, wherein the front panel is located on the front side of a middle frame, the front panel comprises a first panel and a second panel, wherein the second panel is connected to the middle frame, the first panel is connected to the middle frame or one of the second panel, and the first panel can move relative to the middle frame. The air conditioner front panel and the air conditioner of the present invention have the advantages of simple structure, convenient assembly, and the front panel can be quickly slid open, which is convenient for repairing the internal components of the indoor unit, and the front panel has a beautiful appearance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of air conditioning equipment, in particular to an indoor unit of an air conditioner, and more particularly to an air conditioner front panel and an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] As an air conditioning device, an air conditioner is used to adjust indoor air and keep the indoor air in a state suitable for people. Air conditioners can be roughly divided into integrated and split types, wherein the split type air conditioner is composed of an indoor unit arranged inside the space where the temperature needs to be adjusted and an outdoor unit arranged in the outdoor space. The overall appearance of the existing indoor unit of the air conditioner is composed of a main base with various components installed inside to form the back appearance, and a front frame located in front of the main base to form the front appearance, that is, a middle frame. The front of the middle frame is closed by a front panel. On the upper side of the front panel, that is, above the middle frame, an air inlet grille is formed to allow indoor air to flow into the indoor unit. On the lower side of the middle frame, an air outlet is formed extending in the horizontal direction, and the air flowing into the indoor unit can be discharged through the air outlet. In addition, an electric control box is arranged on the front side of the middle frame. Generally, the electric control box is located at the right end of the front side of the middle frame. The electric control box is used to control the working state of the air conditioner. The circuit in the electric control box is complex and the failure rate is high. When the air conditioner fails, it is often necessary to open the front panel and repair the electric control box.

[0003] In the prior art, there are two main ways to install the front panel of the air conditioner: one is to connect the front panel with the middle frame through buckles. In this structure, in order to ensure the connection strength and connection stability between the front panel and the middle frame, it is often necessary to set multiple buckles with complex structures between the front panel and the middle frame. When the front panel needs to be opened to inspect the electric control box, on the one hand, the assembly structure of the front panel and the middle frame is complex and the front panel is difficult to open; on the other hand, the buckles between the front panel and the middle frame are all made of plastic and are easily damaged during repeated opening and closing. The other is that the front panel is rotatably mounted on the middle frame through the upper shaft, and buckles are set on the lower side. When the front panel needs to be opened to inspect the electric control box, the buckles on the lower side are opened and the front panel is rotated to open. Although the front panel installation method of this structure improves the convenience of opening the front panel to a certain extent, the front panel will spontaneously rotate and cover under the action of gravity and cannot be fixed in the open state. During the inspection process, workers need to fix the front panel in the open state by hand or tools, which is also very inconvenient to use.

[0004] Therefore, providing an air conditioner front panel and air conditioner with a simple structure, convenient assembly, and a front panel that can be quickly opened to facilitate maintenance of components in the indoor unit is one of the technical problems that technical personnel in this field urgently need to solve. Summary of the invention

[0005] The present invention designs an air conditioner front panel and an air conditioner to achieve the purpose of simple assembly structure between the front panel and the middle frame, convenient assembly, and the front panel can be quickly opened to facilitate the maintenance of components in the indoor unit.

[0006] To solve the above problems, the present invention discloses an air conditioner front panel, which is located on the front side of a middle frame. The front panel includes a first panel and a second panel, wherein the second panel is connected to the middle frame, the first panel is connected to the middle frame or one of the second panels, and the first panel can move relative to the middle frame.

[0007] The present application divides the air conditioner front panel into a first panel and a second panel, and configures the first panel to be movable relative to the middle frame, so that the air conditioner front panel can be quickly opened and components in the indoor unit can be easily inspected and repaired.

[0008] Furthermore, the first panel and the middle frame are slidably connected.

[0009] The first panel can be quickly opened by sliding the first panel.

[0010] Furthermore, the first panel and the second panel are slidably connected.

[0011] The first panel can be quickly opened by sliding the first panel.

[0012] Furthermore, a slide groove is provided on one of the middle frame and the first panel, and a slider is provided on the other, and the slider is slidably connected to the slide groove.

[0013] The sliding connection between the sliding groove and the sliding block constitutes a sliding mechanism between the first panel and the middle frame, so that the first panel can slide to open the middle frame.

[0014] Furthermore, a slide groove is arranged on one of the first panel and the second panel, and a slider is arranged on the other panel, and the slider is slidably connected to the slide groove.

[0015] The sliding connection between the sliding groove and the sliding block constitutes a sliding mechanism between the first panel and the second panel, so that the first panel can slide to open the middle frame.

[0016] Furthermore, the slide groove is located on the middle frame, and the slide block is located on the front panel.

[0017] The slide groove is arranged on the middle frame, and the slider is arranged on the front panel. When the front panel is opened, the slider will slide in the slide groove, and the slide groove is fixed on the middle frame and remains stationary, which makes the sliding of the front panel smoother and more labor-saving.

[0018] Furthermore, a crossbeam is provided at the front edge of the middle frame, and the crossbeam includes a first crossbeam and a second crossbeam, and the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam are respectively arranged at the front upper end and the front lower end of the middle frame in the horizontal direction.

[0019] The provision of the first cross beam and the second cross beam can improve the strength of the middle frame.

[0020] Furthermore, the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam are respectively provided with the slide grooves; the upper and lower sides of the first panel are both provided with sliders, and at least part of the sliders are accommodated in the slide grooves.

[0021] The slide grooves are arranged in parallel on the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam, respectively, so that the upper and lower sides of the first panel are slidably connected to the middle frame, making the sliding of the first panel more stable and smooth. In addition, the slide grooves are arranged on the crossbeams of the middle frame to improve the strength of the slide grooves, thereby improving the connection strength between the first panel and the middle frame.

[0022] Furthermore, a ball is provided in the slide groove, and the slider slides along the slide groove by the rolling of the ball.

[0023] In the present application, a ball bearing is arranged in the slide groove, so that the friction force when the slider slides in the slide groove is changed from the original sliding friction to rolling friction, and the driving force required to slide the slider is smaller, making it easier and more labor-saving to open the middle frame by sliding the first panel.

[0024] Furthermore, the slide groove includes a groove bottom and two groove walls arranged opposite to each other, and a clamping portion is provided on the inner side of the end of the groove wall away from the groove bottom, and the clamping portion is in a convex shape.

[0025] The clamping portion can fix the slider to prevent it from falling out of the slide groove, and also prevent the gap between the slide groove and the slider from being too wide, which may cause shaking during the sliding process and reduce the smoothness of the sliding process. In addition, the ball bearing can be prevented from falling out of the slide groove.

[0026] Furthermore, a limiting protrusion is provided on the fixing portion, and the limiting protrusion is a protrusion arranged on the fixing portion; correspondingly, a limiting groove is provided on the sliding block, and the limiting groove is a groove arranged corresponding to the limiting protrusion.

[0027] The arrangement of the limiting protrusion and the limiting groove can further fix the slider, so that the sliding process of the slider is smoother and less likely to shake.

[0028] Furthermore, one end of the limiting protrusion contacts one end of the slide groove, and a gap is provided between the other end of the limiting protrusion and the other end of the slide groove, and the sliding block can be inserted into the slide groove through the gap.

[0029] The setting of the gap at the end of the slide groove facilitates the sliding of the slider.

[0030] Furthermore, a sealing decorative strip is provided between the first panel and the second panel, and the sealing decorative strip can cover or fill a gap between the first panel and the second panel.

[0031] The sealing decorative strip covers or fills the gap between the first panel and the second panel, so that the sealing performance between the first panel and the second panel is better, and the gap between the first panel and the second panel can be decorated, making the appearance of the front panel more beautiful.

[0032] Furthermore, a hollow connection portion is provided on the first panel or the second panel, and the sealing decorative strip includes a first sealing decorative strip filling or covering the gap between the first panel and the second panel and a second sealing decorative strip filled in the connection portion.

[0033] The arrangement of the first sealing decorative strip and the second sealing decorative strip ensures that the sealing decorative strip as a whole has a high connection strength with the front panel and is not easy to fall off.

[0034] Furthermore, one of the first panel and the second panel is provided with a hook, and the other is provided with a slot, and the hook can be engaged with the slot.

[0035] The first panel and the second panel can be connected together by the hook and the slot to prevent the first panel and the second panel from accidentally sliding apart during transportation or use, thereby preventing the front panel or the middle frame and components therein from being damaged.

[0036] An air conditioner comprises the air conditioner front panel.

[0037] In summary, the air conditioner front panel and air conditioner described in the present application have the advantages of simple structure, convenient assembly, the front panel can be quickly slid open, convenient for maintenance of components in the indoor unit, and the front panel has a beautiful appearance. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0038] Figure 1 This is a front view of the front panel of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the front panel of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 3It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the front panel of the air conditioner according to the embodiment of the present invention from another viewing angle;

[0041] Figure 4 This is a front view of the front panel of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention (after removing the sealing decorative strip);

[0042] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the front panel of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention (after removing the sealing decorative strip);

[0043] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the front panel of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention (after removing the sealing decorative strip and the first panel);

[0044] Figure 7 It is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the middle frame according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 8 is a front view structural schematic diagram of the front panel according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Fig. 9 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the front panel according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0047] Fig.10 It is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the front panel and the slide groove according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0048] Fig.11 It is a front view of the assembly structure of the slide groove and the slider according to the embodiment of the present invention;

[0049] Fig.12 for Fig.11 Schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the middle CC section;

[0050] Fig.13 for Fig.11 Schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the middle BB section;

[0051] Fig.14 for Fig.11 Schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the AA section;

[0052] Fig.15 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the slide groove and the slider according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0053] Fig.16 for Fig.15 A partial enlarged schematic diagram of the middle M region;

[0054] Fig.17 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of another assembly structure of the slide groove and the slider according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0055] Fig.18 for Fig.17A partial enlarged schematic diagram of the middle N region;

[0056] Fig.19 for Fig.11 Another cross-sectional structure diagram of the AA section.

[0057] Description of reference numerals:

[0058] 1-middle frame; 11-air inlet grille, 12-slide groove, 13-electric control component installation position, 14-ball, 15-fixed portion, 16-limiting protrusion, 17-installation groove, 18-beam, 181-first beam, 182-second beam, 183-third beam, 184-fourth beam, 2-front panel, 21-first panel, 22-second panel, 23-connecting portion, 24-hook, 25-slider, 251-limiting groove, 3-sealing decorative strip. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0059] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, specific embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0060] Example 1

[0061] like Figures 1 to 19 As shown, an air conditioner front panel, the front panel 2 is located on the front side of the air conditioner middle frame 1, the front panel 2 includes a first panel 21 and a second panel 22, wherein the second panel 22 is connected to the middle frame 1, the first panel 21 is connected to the middle frame 1 or one of the second panels 22, and the first panel 21 can move relative to the middle frame 1.

[0062] Furthermore, the first panel 21 and the middle frame 1 are slidably connected.

[0063] Furthermore, the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 are slidably connected.

[0064] Furthermore, a slide groove 12 is provided on one of the middle frame 1 and the first panel 21 , and a slider 25 is provided on the other one, and the slider 25 is slidably connected to the slide groove 12 .

[0065] Furthermore, a slide groove 12 is disposed on one of the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 , and a slider 25 is disposed on the other one, and the slider 25 is slidably connected to the slide groove 12 .

[0066] Furthermore, the front side of the middle frame 1 is closed by the front panel 2, and an electric control box mounting position 13 is provided on the front side of the middle frame 1. The electric control box is installed on the electric control box mounting position 13, and the first panel 21 covers the electric control box. A slide groove 12 is provided on one of the middle frame 1 and the first panel 21, and a slider 25 is provided on the other. The slider 25 is slidably connected to the slide groove 12, so that the middle frame 1 and the first panel 21 can be relatively slidably connected.

[0067] The present application sets a sliding mechanism between the front panel 2 and the middle frame 1 of the air conditioner: a slider 25 and a slide groove 12, so that the middle frame 1 and the first panel 21 can be relatively slidably connected. When it is necessary to open the front panel 2 to inspect the components in the indoor unit, especially the electric control box, it is only necessary to slide the first panel 21 to expose the components in the indoor unit, such as the electric control box, so that the maintenance personnel can inspect the electric control box.

[0068] Furthermore, the slide groove 12 is located on the middle frame 1 , and the slider 25 is located on the front panel 2 .

[0069] The slide groove 12 is set on the middle frame 1, and the slider 25 is set on the front panel 2. When the front panel 2 is opened, the slider 25 will slide in the slide groove 12, and the slide groove 12 is fixed on the middle frame 1 and remains stationary, which makes the sliding of the front panel 2 smoother and more labor-saving.

[0070] As some embodiments of the present application, an air inlet grille 11 is provided on the upper side of the middle frame 1, and a crossbeam 18 is provided around the front edge of the middle frame 1. The crossbeam 18 includes a first crossbeam 181, a second crossbeam 182, a third crossbeam 183 and a fourth crossbeam 184. The first crossbeam 181 and the second crossbeam 182 are arranged on the middle frame 1 in a horizontal direction, the first crossbeam 181 is located at the upper front end of the middle frame 1, and the second crossbeam 182 is located at the lower front end of the middle frame 1. The chute 12 can be arranged only on the first crossbeam 181, or can be arranged on the first crossbeam 181 and the second crossbeam 182 respectively.

[0071] The first crossbeam 181 is provided with a slide groove 12, so that the first panel 21 can slide left and right along the horizontal direction on the middle frame 1 to open the front panel 2 and expose the components on the front side of the middle frame 1. In addition, the slide groove 12 is provided on the crossbeam 18 of the middle frame 1, so as to improve the strength of the slide groove 12, thereby improving the connection strength between the first panel 21 and the middle frame 1.

[0072] Preferably, the slide groove 12 is arranged in parallel on the first cross beam 181 and the second cross beam 182 respectively.

[0073] The slide grooves 12 are respectively arranged in parallel on the first crossbeam 181 and the second crossbeam 182 , so that the upper and lower sides of the first panel 21 are slidably connected to the middle frame 1 , making the sliding of the first panel 21 more stable and smooth.

[0074] Example 2

[0075] In order to further achieve the purpose of simple assembly structure and convenient assembly between the front panel 2 and the middle frame 1, and the front panel 2 can be quickly opened to facilitate the maintenance of the electric control box, the air conditioner front panel is further optimized on the basis of Example 1.

[0076] Specifically, Figures 1 to 19 As shown, the slide groove 12 is respectively arranged in parallel on the first cross beam 181 and the second cross beam 182. Correspondingly, the upper and lower sides of the first panel 21 are provided with sliders 25, at least part of the sliders 25 are accommodated in the slide groove 12, and the sliders 25 are respectively slidably connected to the first cross beam 181 and the second cross beam 182, so that the first panel 21 can slide along the first cross beam 181 and the second cross beam 182.

[0077] Further, such as Figures 11 to 19 As shown, a ball 14 is disposed in the slide groove 12 , and the slider 25 contacts the ball 14 . The slider 25 slides along the slide groove 12 by rolling on the ball 14 .

[0078] In the present application, a ball 14 is arranged in the slide groove 12, so that the friction force of the slider 25 when sliding in the slide groove 12 is changed from the original sliding friction to rolling friction, and the driving force required to slide the slider 25 is smaller, making it easier and more labor-saving to open the middle frame 1 by sliding the first panel 21.

[0079] Preferably, a plurality of the balls 14 are evenly distributed in the slide groove 12 , and the balls 14 are made of stainless steel.

[0080] Further, such as Figures 11 to 19 As shown, the slide groove 12 includes a groove bottom and two oppositely arranged groove walls, and the ends of the groove walls away from the groove bottom are provided with a clamping portion 15 , and the clamping portion 15 is a protrusion protruding toward the inside of the slide groove 12 .

[0081] Preferably, the clamping portion 15 extends along the length direction of the slide groove 12 and is formed on the inner sides of the two groove walls of the slide groove 12. The width of the slider 25 is equal to the gap between the two clamping portions 15, so that when the slider 25 is located in the slide groove 12, the slider 25 is clamped in the slide groove 12 by the two oppositely arranged clamping portions 15.

[0082] The clamping portion 15 can fix the slider 25 to prevent the slider 25 from falling out of the slide groove 12, and also prevent the gap between the slide groove 12 and the slider 25 from being too wide, which may cause shaking during the sliding process and reduce the smoothness of the sliding process. In addition, the ball 14 can be prevented from falling out of the slide groove 12.

[0083] Furthermore, a limiting protrusion 16 is provided on the fixing portion 15 , and the limiting protrusion 16 is a protrusion arranged relatively on the fixing portion 15 .

[0084] Preferably, the limiting protrusion 16 extends along the length direction of the sliding groove 12 .

[0085] Correspondingly, a limiting groove 251 is provided on the slider 25 , and the limiting groove 251 is a strip-shaped groove provided corresponding to the limiting protrusion 16 .

[0086] When the slider 25 is assembled with the slide groove 12 , the limiting protrusion 16 is fixed in the limiting groove 251 , and the slider 25 is clamped between the two fixing portions 15 , so that the slider 25 can slide along the fixing portions 15 .

[0087] Of course, the limiting protrusion 16 may also be provided on the sliding block 25 , and correspondingly, the limiting groove 251 may also be provided on the fixing portion 15 .

[0088] The arrangement of the limiting protrusion 16 and the limiting groove 251 can further fix the slider 25, so that the sliding process of the slider 25 is smoother and less likely to shake.

[0089] Further, such as Fig.15 As shown, the slide groove 12 is also provided with a mounting groove 17, and the mounting groove 17 includes a recessed portion arranged on the groove wall of the slide groove 12, and through the recessed portion, a mounting groove 17 with an inner width greater than the slide groove 12 is formed on the slide groove 12, and the inner width of the mounting groove 17 is greater than the width of the slider 25, so that the slider 25 can be installed in the slide groove 12 through the mounting groove 17 during installation.

[0090] Preferably, Fig.17 As shown, the mounting groove 17 includes recessed portions arranged on two groove walls of the sliding groove 12 opposite to each other.

[0091] The arrangement of the mounting groove 17 enables the sliding block 25 to be conveniently and quickly installed in the sliding groove 12 .

[0092] As some embodiments of the present application, the thickness of the slider 25 is adjusted so that when the limiting groove 251 is fixed on the limiting protrusion 16 , the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 are on the same plane.

[0093] At this time, the first panel 21 can only slide along the side away from the second panel 22, that is, the right end, due to the restriction of the second panel 22. Preferably, the slider 25 is located at the end of the first panel 21 close to the second panel 22, that is, the left end.

[0094] As some embodiments of the present application, Figures 17 to 19 As shown, the thickness of the slider 25 is adjusted, such as increasing the thickness of the slider 25, so that when the limiting groove 251 is fixed on the limiting protrusion 16, the heights of the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 are different, and the two are not on the same plane. The first panel 21 and the second panel 22 are staggered.

[0095] Preferably, when the limiting groove 251 is fastened to the limiting protrusion 16 , the first panel 21 is located in front of the second panel 22 .

[0096] Further, such as Figures 17-18 As shown, the limiting protrusion 16 does not completely penetrate the slide slot 12 in the length direction of the slide slot 12, and the clamping portion 15 completely penetrates the slide slot 12 in the length direction of the slide slot 12. Specifically, one end of the limiting protrusion 16 contacts one end of the slide slot 12, and a gap exists between the other end and the other end of the slide slot 12, and the slider 25 can be inserted into the slide slot 12 through the gap.

[0097] Furthermore, the width of one end of the slider 25 close to the bottom of the slide groove 12 is greater than the width of the gap between the two fixing portions 15 , so that the slider 25 is not easy to escape from the slide groove 12 .

[0098] During assembly, the slider 25 can first be installed into the slide groove 12 through the installation groove 17 and clamped between the two clamping parts 15, and then the limiting protrusion 16 is clamped in the limiting groove 251, so that the slider 25 can slide in the slide groove 12 with the rolling of the ball 14. At this time, due to the increased thickness of the slider 25, the first panel 21 will be staggered with the second panel 22, and the first panel 21 is located in front of the second panel 22, so that the first panel 21 slides left and right under the cooperation of the slider 25 and the slide groove 12 to open or close the middle frame 1. When the first panel 21 needs to be closed so that it covers the middle frame 1, it is only necessary to slide the first panel 21 to drive the slider 25 to slide along the slide groove 12 to the gap between the limiting protrusion 16 and the slide groove 12, and then press the first panel 21 hard to make the slider 25 move toward the inside of the slide groove 12 until the front and rear surfaces of the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 are flush, and then stop, and the first panel 21 is closed.

[0099] Furthermore, the slider 25 can be located at the left or right ends or the middle of the first panel 21. When the slider 25 is located at the left end of the first panel 21, the first panel 21 can slide to the right to open the middle frame 1; when the slider 25 is located at the right end of the first panel 21, the first panel 21 can slide to the left to open the middle frame 1; when the slider 25 is located in the middle of the first panel 21, the first panel 21 can slide to the left or right to open the middle frame 1.

[0100] By adjusting the thickness of the slider 25, the first panel 21 can be staggered with the second panel 22 during the sliding process and located in front of the second panel 22, so that the first panel 21 can slide to the left to open the middle frame 1, and can also slide to the right to open the middle frame 1.

[0101] As some embodiments of the present application, a sealing decorative strip 3 is arranged between the first panel 21 and the second panel 22. The sealing decorative strip 3 can cover or fill the gap between the first panel 21 and the second panel 22, so that the sealing performance between the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 is better, and the gap between the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 can be decorated, so that the appearance of the front panel 2 is more beautiful and elegant.

[0102] Furthermore, a hollow connection portion 23 is provided on the first panel 21 or the second panel 22 , and the sealing decorative strip 3 includes a first sealing decorative strip filling or covering the gap between the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 and a second sealing decorative strip filled in the connection portion 23 .

[0103] Preferably, the connecting portion 23 is a strip-shaped hollow portion extending along the length direction of the gap between the first panel 21 and the second panel 22. Such a structural setting of the connecting portion 23 makes the connection strength between the first sealing decorative strip and the second sealing decorative strip higher, and the sealing decorative strip 3 is not easy to fall off.

[0104] More preferably, the sealing decorative strip 3 and the first panel 21 or the second panel 22 connected thereto are prepared by a double-glue injection molding process. Through the double-glue injection molding process, the sealing decorative strip 3 and the first panel 21 or the second panel 22 connected thereto can be integrally molded by two-stage injection molding, making its preparation process simple and efficient, and no additional assembly is required between the sealing decorative strip 3 and the first panel 21 or the second panel 22 connected thereto at a later stage.

[0105] Furthermore, the electronic control component installation position is located on the right side of the middle frame 1, the second panel 22 is located on the left side of the front panel 2, the first panel 21 is located on the right side of the front panel 2, and the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 are detachably connected via a hook 24 and a slot.

[0106] Specifically, one of the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 is provided with a hook 24 , and the other is provided with a slot. The hook 24 can be engaged with the slot, and the hook 24 and the slot are located in the gap between the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 .

[0107] The first panel 21 and the second panel 22 can be connected together by the hook 24 and the slot, so as to prevent the first panel 21 and the second panel 22 from accidentally sliding apart during transportation or use, thereby damaging the front panel 2 or the middle frame 1 and the components inside the first panel 21 and the second panel 22. In addition, the hook 24 and the slot are arranged in the gap between the first panel 21 and the second panel 22, and the hook 24 can be fixed in the slot while the first panel 21 is slid closed, so as to realize the locking between the first panel 21 and the second panel 22, which is convenient and quick.

[0108] The present application also provides an air conditioner, which has the above-mentioned air conditioner front panel.

[0109] Although the present invention is disclosed as above, the present invention is not limited thereto. In the description of this specification, the description of reference terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "illustrative embodiments", "examples", "specific examples", or "some examples" etc. means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the schematic representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. Any person skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, so the scope of protection of the present invention should be based on the scope defined by the claims.

Claims

1. An air conditioner front panel, the front panel (2) is located on the front side of the air conditioner middle frame (1), characterized in that: The front panel (2) comprises a first panel (21) and a second panel (22), wherein the second panel (22) is connected to the middle frame (1), the first panel (21) is connected to one of the middle frame (1) and the second panel (22), and the first panel (21) can move relative to the middle frame (1); the first panel (21) and the middle frame (1) are slidably connected; the first panel (21) and the second panel (22) are slidably connected; a slide groove (12) is provided on one of the middle frame (1) and the first panel (21), and a slider (25) is provided on the other, and the slider (25) is slidably connected to the slide groove (12); a slide groove (12) is provided on one of the first panel (21) and the second panel (22), and a slider (25) is provided on the other, and the slider (25) is slidably connected to the slide groove (12).

2. The air conditioner front panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The slide groove (12) is located on the middle frame (1), and the slide block (25) is located on the front panel (2).

3. The air conditioner front panel according to claim 2, characterized in that: A crossbeam (18) is provided at the front edge of the middle frame (1), and the crossbeam (18) comprises a first crossbeam (181) and a second crossbeam (182), and the first crossbeam (181) and the second crossbeam (182) are respectively arranged at the front upper end and the front lower end of the middle frame (1) in a horizontal direction.

4. The air conditioner front panel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first crossbeam (181) and the second crossbeam (182) are respectively provided with the slide groove (12); the upper and lower sides of the first panel (21) are both provided with sliding blocks (25), and at least part of the sliding blocks (25) are accommodated in the slide groove (12).

5. The air conditioner front panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: A ball bearing (14) is arranged in the slide groove (12), and the slider (25) slides along the slide groove (12) by the rolling of the ball bearing (14).

6. The air conditioner front panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sliding groove (12) comprises a groove bottom and two groove walls arranged opposite to each other, and a clamping portion (15) is provided on the inner side of the end of the groove wall away from the groove bottom, and the clamping portion (15) is in a convex shape.

7. The air conditioner front panel according to claim 6, characterized in that: The clamping portion (15) is provided with a limiting protrusion (16), and the limiting protrusion (16) is a protrusion arranged on the clamping portion (15); correspondingly, the sliding block (25) is provided with a limiting groove (251), and the limiting groove (251) is a groove arranged corresponding to the limiting protrusion (16).

8. The air conditioner front panel according to claim 7, characterized in that: One end of the limiting protrusion (16) contacts one end of the slide groove (12), and a gap is provided between the other end and the other end of the slide groove (12), and the sliding block (25) can be inserted into the slide groove (12) through the gap.

9. The air conditioner front panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: A sealing decorative strip (3) is arranged between the first panel (21) and the second panel (22), and the sealing decorative strip (3) is capable of covering or filling a gap between the first panel (21) and the second panel (22).

10. The air conditioner front panel according to claim 9, characterized in that: A hollow connection portion (23) is provided on the first panel (21) or the second panel (22), and the sealing decorative strip (3) comprises a first sealing decorative strip filling or covering a gap between the first panel (21) and the second panel (22) and a second sealing decorative strip filled in the connection portion (23).

11. The air conditioner front panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: One of the first panel (21) and the second panel (22) is provided with a hook (24), and the other is provided with a slot, and the hook (24) can be engaged with the slot.

12. An air conditioner, comprising the air conditioner front panel according to any one of claims 1 to 11.

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