Range hood and control panel thereof

By adopting a design in which the switch board and the functional module board are separated in the range hood control panel and connected using support components, the problem of reduced versatility of the control panel after integrating multiple functions is solved, and multi-function expansion and cost reduction are achieved.

CN114034068BActive Publication Date: 2025-10-10GUANGDONG VANWARD ELECTRIC
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202111429215.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2021-11-29
Publication Date
2025-10-10
Estimated Expiration
2041-11-29

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Technical Problem

The size of the range hood control panel increases after the integration of the multi-functional module, resulting in reduced versatility and difficulty in meeting multi-functional needs.

Method used

The switch board and the functional module board are designed to be separated, and are connected through the support component to achieve electrical connection between the functional module board and the switch board. They are installed at different positions on the support component respectively, and functional module boards are added to meet multi-functional needs.

Benefits of technology

The multifunctional expansion capability of the control panel is realized while maintaining the versatility and independence of the switch board, thus reducing costs.

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Abstract

The present application relates to a kind of range hood and its control panel.The control panel of range hood includes switch board, function module board and support assembly.Main function module is provided on switch board, auxiliary function module is provided on function module board, and switch board is electrically connected with auxiliary function module.When some functions need to be newly added and expanded, it is not necessary to newly add and expand relevant functions directly on switch board as in traditional technology, but by installing function module board that can realize newly added and expanded functions on support assembly, so that function module board and switch board can be electrically connected by the way of conducting piece, so that more function requirements can be met.In addition, switch board and function module board are respectively installed at different positions on support assembly, i.e., the installation positions on support assembly are independent and separated from each other, and the installation of switch board on support assembly will not cause adverse effects.Switch board can realize some commonly used functions, and can be designed as a standard part, with strong versatility, and can reduce cost.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of kitchen appliances, in particular to a range hood and a control panel thereof. Background Art

[0002] Range hoods have been around for nearly 20 years in China, evolving from the initial thin top-mounted range hoods to deep side-mounted range hoods, and then to a stage where top-mounted, wash-free, and European-style range hoods are predominant. Based on their functional structure, they can be categorized as multimedia range hoods, built-in range hoods, wall-mounted, near-mounted, and solid wood range hoods. Typically, a control panel is located on the front (the user-facing surface) of the range hood. The core component of the control panel is the switch panel, located in the center. It typically integrates functions such as a power switch, gear adjustment switch, a one-touch stir-fry switch, and a lighting switch. As range hood performance improves, the functional requirements for the control panel increase. This often requires integrating additional functional modules onto the switch panel, which in turn increases its size. This makes it impossible to install it on a relatively fixed control panel, reducing its versatility. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The first technical problem solved by the present invention is to provide a control panel for a range hood, which can effectively meet more functional requirements and improve versatility.

[0004] The second technical problem solved by the present invention is to provide a range hood that can effectively meet more functional requirements while improving versatility.

[0005] The first technical problem mentioned above is solved by the following technical solution:

[0006] A control panel for a range hood, the control panel comprising: a switch panel, a function module panel, wherein the switch panel is provided with at least one main function module, the function module panel is provided with at least one auxiliary function module, the switch panel is electrically connected to the auxiliary function module via a conductive member; and a support assembly, wherein the support assembly is used to be provided on the body of the range hood, the switch panel and the function module panel are respectively provided at different positions on the support assembly.

[0007] The control panel of the range hood of the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the background art:

[0008] When the control panel of the aforementioned range hood requires additional functions, it is not necessary to add the relevant functions directly to the switch panel as in conventional techniques. Instead, a functional module board capable of implementing the newly added functions is installed on the support assembly, and the functional module board and the switch panel are electrically connected via conductive members. This effectively meets a wide range of functional requirements. Furthermore, the switch panel and the functional module board are installed at different locations on the support assembly, meaning that their installation locations on the support assembly are independent and separate, without adversely affecting the switch panel installed on the support assembly. This shows that the switch panel can implement a number of commonly used functions and can be designed as a standard component, resulting in greater versatility and reduced costs.

[0009] In one embodiment, the main function module is used to control the power on or off, to control the wind speed adjustment of the exhaust fan, to control the exhaust fan to operate in one-button stir-frying mode, to control the lighting of the lamp, to control hot cleaning, to control the alarm clock or to control the screen display; the auxiliary function module is at least one of a WiFi module, a Bluetooth module and a smoke and stove linkage module.

[0010] In one embodiment, the range hood control panel further comprises a first housing and a second housing mounted on the support assembly, the first housing and the second housing being located at different positions on the support assembly; the switch panel is mounted within the first housing, and the functional module board is mounted within the second housing. Thus, placing the switch panel within the first housing isolates oil and dirt from the range hood, preventing it from contacting and damaging the switch panel, thereby extending its service life. Similarly, placing the functional module board within the second housing also isolates it from oil and dirt, thereby extending its service life.

[0011] In one embodiment, the support assembly includes a first support plate for connecting to the housing; the first support plate has a first opening and a second opening, the first opening and the second opening being located at different positions on the support assembly; the first box body is mounted within the first opening, and the second box body is mounted within the second opening. Thus, the first box body can be mounted on the support assembly through the first opening, and the second box body can be mounted on the support assembly through the second opening. Furthermore, a switch plate is exposed through the first opening, transmitting an optical signal to the outside from the front of the housing, and can be manually pressed on the front of the housing to operate the switch plate.

[0012] In one embodiment, the support assembly further includes a second support plate stacked on the first support plate; the second support plate is configured to connect to the housing; the second box body is provided with a first flange, the first flange being positioned over the edge of the second opening, the first flange being sandwiched between the first and second support plates; and the second support plate is connected to the first box body. Thus, the second support plate presses the first flange of the second box body against the edge of the second opening, thereby securing the second box body to the support assembly. Furthermore, the second support plate is also connected to the first box body, securing the first box body to the support assembly.

[0013] In one embodiment, the second support plate is clamped and fixed to the first support plate; the first opening is located in the middle part of the first support plate, there are two second support plates, and the two second support plates are respectively located on both sides of the first opening, and the two second support plates are both provided with a first connecting portion, and the opposite ends of the first box body are both provided with a second connecting portion, and the two second connecting portions are respectively connected to the two second connecting portions of the first box body.

[0014] In one embodiment, the second support plate is provided with a mounting plate, the first support plate is provided with a first avoidance opening, the mounting plate passes through the first avoidance opening so as to be installed on the machine body, and the second support plate is provided with a second avoidance opening corresponding to the second box body; the control panel of the range hood also includes a glass panel stacked on the second support plate.

[0015] In one embodiment, the support assembly further includes an isolation plate for connecting to the machine body; the isolation plate is spaced apart from the first support plate.

[0016] In one embodiment, the top end of the first support plate is connected to a first transverse plate, which is connected to the top end of the isolation plate; the bottom end of the first support plate is connected to a second transverse plate, which is connected to the bottom end of the isolation plate.

[0017] In one embodiment, the first box body comprises two detachably connected split shells, the switch board is arranged between the two split shells, one of the split shells (132) is provided with a support structure for supporting the switch board, and the other split shell (132) is provided with a revealing hole, through which the display panel or control button of the switch board is revealed; the interior of the first box body is filled with waterproof glue;

[0018] And / or, a fourth opening is provided on one side surface of the second box body, the functional module board is installed into the interior of the second box body through the fourth opening, the display surface of the functional module board (11) is exposed through the fourth opening, and a clamping member for engaging with the functional module board is provided on the inner wall of the second box body; the interior of the second box body is filled with waterproof glue. In this way, it is convenient to set the switch board in the first box body; in addition, after the waterproof glue is filled in the first box body, the waterproof performance and oil-proof performance of the first box body can be guaranteed, and the switch board can be effectively prevented from contacting with oil, thereby extending the service life of the switch board. Similarly, it is convenient to set the functional module board in the second box body; in addition, after the waterproof glue is filled in the second box body, the waterproof performance and oil-proof performance of the second box body can be guaranteed, and the functional module board can be effectively prevented from contacting with oil, thereby extending the service life of the functional module board.

[0019] The second technical problem mentioned above is solved by the following technical solution:

[0020] A range hood comprises the control panel and a body, wherein the support assembly is arranged on the body.

[0021] The control panel of the range hood of the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the background art:

[0022] When the control panel of the aforementioned range hood requires additional functions, it is not necessary to add the relevant functions directly to the switch panel as in conventional techniques. Instead, a functional module board capable of implementing the newly added functions is installed on the support assembly, and the functional module board and the switch panel are electrically connected via conductive members. This effectively meets a wide range of functional requirements. Furthermore, the switch panel and the functional module board are installed at different locations on the support assembly, meaning that their installation locations on the support assembly are independent and separate, without adversely affecting the switch panel installed on the support assembly. This shows that the switch panel can implement a number of commonly used functions and can be designed as a standard component, resulting in greater versatility and reduced costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] The drawings constituting a part of this application are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute improper limitations on the present invention.

[0024] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a range hood according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The glass panel and the second support plate of the range hood are exploded;

[0027] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The schematic diagram of the structure of the range hood shown is after the glass panel is hidden;

[0028] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Another perspective structural diagram of the structure shown;

[0029] Figure 5 for Figure 4 a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the structure shown;

[0030] Figure 6 A schematic structural diagram of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 7 for Figure 6 The schematic diagram of the decomposition structure shown;

[0032] Figure 8 for Figure 6 Another perspective structural diagram of the structure shown;

[0033] Figure 9 for Figure 8 Cross-sectional structural diagram at AA;

[0034] Figure 10 for Figure 8 Cross-sectional structural diagram at BB.

[0035] Reference numerals:

[0036] 10, control panel; 11, function module plate; 12, support assembly; 121, first support plate; 1211, first opening; 1212, second opening; 1213, rim; 1214, clamping hole; 1215, first avoiding opening; 122, second support plate; 1221, clamping block; 1222, first connecting part; 1223, mounting plate; 1224, fastener; 1225, second avoiding opening; 123, isolation plate; 1231, fourth connecting part; 1232, sixth connecting part; 124, first transverse plate; 1241, third connecting part; 125, second transverse plate; 1251, fifth connecting part; 13, first box body; 131, second connecting part; 132, split shell; 14, second box body; 141, first flange; 15, glass panel; 20, machine body; 21, front panel; 22, side panel; 23, back panel; 24, top panel; 25, sealing strip; 251, insertion slot; 26, main machine shell; 261, control mainboard. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0037] In order to make the above objectives, features and advantages of the present application more obvious and easy to understand, the specific embodiments of the present application are described in detail below with reference to the drawings. In the following description, a large number of specific details are set forth in order to facilitate a full understanding of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar improvements without departing from the spirit of the present application, so the present application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0038] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 , Figure 1 shows a structural schematic diagram of a range hood according to an embodiment of the present application; Figure 2 shows Figure 1 shows a structural diagram of the glass panel 15 and the second support plate 122 of the range hood shown in FIG. 8; Figure 6 shows a structural schematic diagram of a control panel 10 according to an embodiment of the present application; Figure 7 shows Figure 6 shows a structural schematic diagram of a control panel 10 according to an embodiment of the present application. The control panel 10 of the range hood according to the embodiment of the present application comprises a switch plate (not shown in the figure), a function module plate 11 and a support assembly 12. The switch plate is provided with at least one main function module. The function module plate 11 is provided with at least one auxiliary function module, and the switch plate is electrically connected to the auxiliary function module through a conductive part. The conductive part includes but is not limited to a wire and a conductive sheet. The support assembly 12 is arranged on a machine body 20 of the range hood, and the switch plate and the function module plate 11 are arranged at different positions on the support assembly 12.

[0039] It should be noted that the main functional modules on the switch board, such as circuits or chips, can implement some common functions, including but not limited to power switch, gear adjustment switch, one-touch stir-fry switch, lighting switch, hot wash switch, alarm switch, and screen display function. In addition, the auxiliary functional modules on the functional module board 11, such as circuits or chips, can implement some new and expanded functions of the range hood, including but not limited to WiFi function, Bluetooth function, and smoke and stove linkage function.

[0040] When the control panel 10 of the range hood described above requires additional functions, it is not necessary to add the relevant functions directly to the switch panel as in conventional techniques. Instead, a functional module board 11 capable of implementing the newly added functions is installed on the support assembly 12, and the functional module board 11 is electrically connected to the switch panel via conductive members. This effectively meets a wide range of functional requirements. Furthermore, the switch panel and the functional module board 11 are installed at different locations on the support assembly 12, meaning that the functional module board 11 and the switch panel are installed independently of each other on the support assembly 12, without adversely affecting the switch panel installed on the support assembly 12. This shows that the switch panel can implement a number of commonly used functions and can be designed as a standard component, resulting in greater versatility and reduced costs.

[0041] In one embodiment, the number of function module boards 11 is, for example, one, two, three, or another number, which is not limited herein and can be set according to actual needs. Furthermore, as an example, when there are two function module boards 11, in order to avoid confusion between the two function module boards 11 and two of the docking ports on the switch board during docking, the docking ports on the switch board can be designed with different shapes or different numbers of sockets, thereby ensuring that the function module boards 11 and the docking ports on the switch board are quickly and correctly assembled.

[0042] In one embodiment, the primary function module is used to control power on / off, adjust the fan speed, control the fan's one-touch stir-fry mode, control lighting, control hot cleaning, control an alarm, or control a screen display. Furthermore, the secondary function module is at least one of a WiFi module, a Bluetooth module, and a smoke / stove linkage module.

[0043] See Figures 3 to 5 , Figure 3 Shown Figure 1 The schematic diagram of the structure of the range hood after the glass panel 15 is hidden is shown. Figure 4 Shown Figure 3 Another perspective structural diagram of the structure shown, Figure 5 Shown Figure 4Schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the structure shown. In one embodiment, the control panel 10 of the range hood further includes a first box body 13 and a second box body 14, which are arranged on the support assembly 12. The first box body 13 and the second box body 14 are respectively located at different positions on the support assembly 12. The switch board is arranged in the first box body 13, and the functional module board 11 is arranged in the second box body 14. In this way, by arranging the switch board inside the first box body 13, the first box body 13 can isolate the oil stains inside the range hood, prevent the oil stains from contacting and damaging the switch board, and extend the service life of the switch board; similarly, by arranging the functional module board 11 inside the second box body 14, the second box body 14 plays a role in isolating the oil stains, and can extend the service life of the functional module board 11.

[0044] See also Figures 3 to 5 In one embodiment, the support assembly 12 includes a first support plate 121 for connecting to the body 20. The first support plate 121 is provided with a first opening 1211 and a second opening 1212, and the first opening 1211 and the second opening 1212 are respectively located at different positions on the support assembly 12. The first box body 13 is installed in the first opening 1211, and the second box body 14 is installed in the second opening 1212. In this way, the first box body 13 can be installed on the support assembly 12 through the first opening 1211, and the second box body 14 can be installed on the support assembly 12 through the second opening 1212. In addition, the switch plate is exposed through the first opening 1211, that is, the first support plate 121 does not block the switch plate, can transmit optical signals outward on the front of the body 20, and can be manually pressed on the front of the body 20 to operate the switch plate.

[0045] See also Figures 3 to 5 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the support assembly 12 further includes a second support plate 122 stacked with the first support plate 121. The second support plate 122 is used to connect to the machine body 20. The second box body 14 is provided with a first flange 141, which is placed on the edge 1213 of the second opening 1212. The first flange 141 is sandwiched between the first support plate 121 and the second support plate 122. The second support plate 122 is connected to the first box body 13. In this way, the second support plate 122 presses the first flange 141 of the second box body 14 onto the edge 1213 of the second opening 1212, thereby fixing the second box body 14 on the support assembly 12; in addition, the second support plate 122 is also connected to the first box body 13, thereby fixing the first box body 13 on the support assembly 12.

[0046] See also Figure 2 、 Figure 4 and Figure 7Furthermore, in order to reduce the gap between the second support plate 122 and the first support plate 121, the edge 1213 of the second opening 1212 is recessed in a direction away from the second support plate 122 to form a step. When the first flange 141 is placed on the edge 1213 of the second opening 1212, the surface is flush with the surface of the first support plate 121 or higher than the surface of the first support plate 121 by less than 1 mm. In this way, the second support plate 122 and the first support plate 121 can be firmly connected.

[0047] See also Figure 2 、 Figure 4 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the second support plate 122 is fixedly connected to the first support plate 121. Specifically, for example, at least one connecting block 1221 is provided on the second support plate 122, and at least one connecting hole 1214 is provided on the first support plate 121. The connecting block 1221 is connected to the connecting hole 1214. In this way, the second support plate 122 is connected to the connecting hole 1214 by the connecting block 1221, so that it can be quickly installed on the first support plate 121. Of course, the second support plate 122 and the first support plate 121 can also be connected and fixed by other means, such as by connecting and fixing two connecting blocks to each other, etc., which is not limited here and can be set according to actual conditions.

[0048] See also Figure 2 、 Figure 4 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the first opening 1211 is located in the middle of the first support plate 121. Two second support plates 122 are provided, one on each side of the first opening 1211. Each second support plate 122 is provided with a first connecting portion 1222. Opposite ends of the first box body 13 are provided with second connecting portions 131, which are respectively connected to the two second connecting portions 131 of the first box body 13. In this way, the first box body 13 is connected to the two second support plates 122 via the two second connecting portions 131, thereby being fixedly mounted on the support assembly 12.

[0049] See also Figure 2 、 Figure 4 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the second support plate 122 is provided with a mounting plate 1223, and the first support plate 121 is provided with a first avoidance opening 1215. The mounting plate 1223 passes through the first avoidance opening 1215 to be mounted on the housing 20. Specifically, the mounting plate 1223 passes through the first avoidance opening 1215 and is fixedly mounted on the top panel 24 of the housing 20 using fasteners 1224.

[0050] See also Figure 2 、 Figure 4 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the second support plate 122 is a metal plate, and the second support plate 122 is provided with a second avoiding opening 1225 corresponding to the second box body 14. In this way, on the one hand, the second support plate 122 is made of a metal plate, which has high strength and is not easy to deform under stress, and has good installation stability, so that the installation instability can be avoided to cause the malfunction of the keys on the switch plate; on the other hand, the second avoiding opening 1225 can expose the second box body 14, so as to avoid the signal shielding of the metal plate to the functional module plate 11 in the second box body 14, and the functional module plate 11 in the second box body 14 can emit electromagnetic signals outward through the second avoiding opening 1225.

[0051] Please refer to Figure 2 、 Figure 4 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the control panel 10 of the range hood further comprises a glass panel 15 stacked on the second support plate 122.

[0052] Please refer to Figures 7 to 10 , Figure 8 shows Figure 6 another perspective view of the structure shown in the structure, Figure 9 shows Figure 8 a sectional view structure at A-A, Figure 10 shows Figure 8 a sectional view structure at B-B. In one embodiment, the support assembly 12 further comprises an isolation plate 123 for connecting with the machine body 20. The isolation plate 123 is arranged at the side of the first support plate 121 away from the second support plate 122. In this way, the isolation plate 123 plays a role in isolating oil fume, which can minimize the contact of the oil fume inside the machine body 20 with the first box body 13 and the second box body 14, thereby prolonging the service life of the switch plate and the functional module plate 11.

[0053] In one embodiment, the top end of the first support plate 121 is connected with a first transverse plate 124, and the first transverse plate 124 is connected with the top end of the isolation plate 123. The bottom end of the first support plate 121 is connected with a second transverse plate 125, and the second transverse plate 125 is connected with the bottom end of the isolation plate 123. In this way, the isolation plate 123 is connected with the first support plate 121 through the first transverse plate 124 and the second transverse plate 125, that is, assembled together with the first support plate 121. In addition, the structure enclosed by the isolation plate 123, the first transverse plate 124, the second transverse plate 125 and the first support plate 121 can play a role in preventing oil stains from contacting the first box body 13 and the second box body 14.

[0054] Specifically, the first transverse plate 124 is provided with a third connecting portion 1241, and the top of the isolation plate 123 is provided with a fourth connecting portion 1231. The third connecting portion 1241 and the fourth connecting portion 1231 are stacked together and connected by fasteners. Furthermore, the stacked third connecting portion 1241 and the fourth connecting portion 1231 are fixedly mounted on the housing 20.

[0055] Likewise, the second transverse plate 125 is provided with a fifth connection portion 1251, and the bottom end of the isolation plate 123 is provided with a sixth connection portion 1232. The fifth connection portion 1251 and the sixth connection portion 1232 are stacked together and connected by fasteners.

[0056] It should be noted that the "first transverse plate 124 and the second transverse plate 125" can be "a part of the first support plate 121", that is, the "first transverse plate 124 and the second transverse plate 125" can be integrally formed with the "other parts of the first support plate 121"; or they can be an independent component that can be separated from the "other parts of the first support plate 121", that is, the "first transverse plate 124 and the second transverse plate 125" can be manufactured independently and then combined with the "other parts of the first support plate 121" into a whole. Figure 7 and Figure 10 As shown, in one embodiment, the “first transverse plate 124 and the second transverse plate 125 ” are integrally formed parts of the “first support plate 121 ”.

[0057] See also Figure 5 In one embodiment, the first housing 13 includes two detachably connected separate shells 132, with the switch board positioned between them. One of the separate shells 132 includes a support structure for the switch board, while the other separate shell 132 includes an exposure hole through which the display panel or control buttons of the switch board are exposed. The interior of the first housing 13 is filled with waterproof adhesive. This facilitates the installation of the switch board within the first housing 13. Furthermore, the waterproof adhesive ensures the waterproof and oil-resistant properties of the first housing 13, effectively preventing the switch board from coming into contact with oil and extending its service life.

[0058] In one embodiment, a fourth opening is provided on one side surface of the second box body 14, and the functional module board 11 is installed into the interior of the second box body 14 through the fourth opening, and the display surface of the functional module board 11 is exposed through the fourth opening. In addition, specifically, the first flange 141 is circumferentially arranged around the fourth opening, so that when the first flange 141 is installed between the first support plate 121 and the second support plate 122, the display surface of the functional module board 11 is exposed through the fourth opening and is not blocked by the second support plate 122. In addition, a clip is provided on the inner wall of the second box body 14 to engage with the functional module board 11. In this way, the clip connection facilitates the fixed installation of the functional module board 11 in the second box body 14. Optionally, the functional module board 11 can also be installed in the interior of the second box body 14 by other means, which are not limited here and can be arranged according to actual needs.

[0059] In addition, the interior of the second box body 14 is filled with waterproof glue. Thus, after the functional module board 11 is installed in the second box body 14, the waterproof glue is filled into the interior of the second box body 14. This not only ensures that the functional module board 11 is stably arranged in the second box body 14, but also ensures the waterproof and oil-proof properties of the second box body 14, effectively preventing the functional module board 11 from contacting oil and extending the service life of the functional module board 11.

[0060] Please refer to Figure 1 In one embodiment, a range hood includes the control panel 10 of any of the above embodiments, and also includes a body 20 , on which the support assembly 12 is disposed.

[0061] When the control panel 10 of the range hood described above requires additional functions, it is not necessary to add the relevant functions directly to the switch panel as in conventional techniques. Instead, a functional module board 11 capable of implementing the newly added functions is installed on the support assembly 12, and the functional module board 11 is electrically connected to the switch panel via conductive members. This effectively meets a wide range of functional requirements. Furthermore, the switch panel and the functional module board 11 are installed at different locations on the support assembly 12, meaning that the functional module board 11 and the switch panel are installed independently of each other on the support assembly 12, without adversely affecting the switch panel installed on the support assembly 12. This shows that the switch panel can implement a number of commonly used functions and can be designed as a standard component, resulting in greater versatility and reduced costs.

[0062] Please refer to Figures 1 to 5 The body 20 includes a front panel 21, two side panels 22 connected to opposite sides of the front panel 21, a back panel 23 arranged opposite to the front panel 21, and a top panel 24 connected to the side panels 22.

[0063] See Figure 9and Figure 10 Furthermore, the housing 20 also includes a sealing strip 25. The sealing strip 25 is superimposed on the bottom portion of the first support plate 121. The top of the sealing strip 25 is provided with a step, and the bottom end of the second support plate 122 rests on the step. The bottom end of the sealing strip 25 is provided with a slot 251, into which the top end of the front panel 21 is inserted. This ensures that the sealing strip 25 effectively connects the control panel 10 and the front panel 21, ensuring a tight seal.

[0064] See Figure 2 and Figure 4 Furthermore, the body 20 further includes a main housing 26 disposed on the top panel 24, and an exhaust fan and a control mainboard 261 are disposed inside the main housing 26. The control mainboard 261 is electrically connected to the exhaust fan and the switch board respectively.

[0065] It should be noted that when one element is connected to another element, or when one element is mounted on another element, it is understood that the two elements may be connected by fasteners such as bolts, screws, pins, rivets, etc., or may be fixedly connected by clamping, welding, or integral molding. The integral molding method may be extrusion, casting, press-fitting, injection molding, or the like.

[0066] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. To make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0067] The above-described embodiments merely illustrate several implementations of the present invention, and while their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent. It should be noted that a person skilled in the art would be able to make numerous variations and improvements without departing from the spirit of the present invention, all of which fall within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the patent for this invention shall be determined by the appended claims.

[0068] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like to indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as limiting the present invention.

[0069] In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are used only for descriptive purposes and do not connote or imply relative importance of the indicated elements or numbering thereof. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" can include at least one of the features, explicitly or implicitly. In the description of the present application, the meaning of "a plurality" is at least two, for example, two, three, etc., unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0070] In the present application, unless otherwise specifically defined and limited, the terms "mounting", "connecting", "connecting", "fixing" and the like should be interpreted broadly, for example, it can be fixed connection, or detachable connection, or integrated; it can be mechanical connection, or electrical connection; it can be directly connected, or indirectly connected through intermediate media, or the internal communication of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements, unless otherwise specifically defined. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the present application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0071] In the present application, unless otherwise specifically defined and limited, the first feature is "on" or "under" the second feature can be the direct contact of the first and second features, or the indirect contact of the first and second features through intermediate media. Moreover, the first feature "on", "above" and "above" the second feature can be the first feature directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or only indicate that the first feature is higher than the second feature in horizontal height. The first feature "under", "below" and "below" the second feature can be the first feature directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or only indicate that the first feature is lower than the second feature in horizontal height.

[0072] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as "fixed to" or "disposed on" another element, it can be directly on another element or there can be a middle element. When an element is referred to as "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to another element or there can be a middle element. The terms "vertical", "horizontal", "up", "down", "left", "right" and similar expressions used herein are only for illustrative purposes and do not represent the only implementation.

Claims

1. A control panel for a range hood, characterized in that: The control panel (10) of the range hood comprises: A switch board and a function module board (11), wherein the switch board is provided with at least one main function module, the function module board (11) is provided with at least one auxiliary function module, and the switch board is electrically connected to the auxiliary function module via a conductive member; and A support assembly (12), the support assembly (12) being arranged on the body (20) of the range hood, the switch board and the functional module board (11) being respectively arranged at different positions on the support assembly (12); the support assembly (12) comprising a first support plate (121) for connecting to the body (20); the first support plate (121) being provided with a first opening (1211) and a second opening (1212), the first opening (1211) and the second opening (1212) being respectively located at different positions on the support assembly (12); A first box body (13) and a second box body (14), wherein the first box body (13) and the second box body (14) are arranged on the support assembly (12), and the first box body (13) and the second box body (14) are respectively located at different positions on the support assembly (12); the switch board is arranged in the first box body (13), and the functional module board (11) is arranged in the second box body (14); the first box body (13) is installed in the first opening (1211), and the second box body (14) is installed in the second opening (1212); The support assembly (12) further comprises a second support plate (122) stacked with the first support plate (121); the second support plate (122) is used to be connected to the machine body (20); the second box body (14) is provided with a first flange (141), the first flange (141) is placed on the edge (1213) of the second opening (1212), and the first flange (141) is clamped between the first support plate (121) and the second support plate (122); the second support plate (122) is connected to the first box body (13).

2. The control panel of the range hood according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main function module is used to control the power on or off, to control the wind speed adjustment of the exhaust fan, to control the exhaust fan to operate in one-button stir-frying mode, to control the lighting of the lamp, to control hot cleaning, to control the alarm clock or to control the screen display.

3. The control panel of the range hood according to claim 1, characterized in that: The auxiliary function module is at least one of a WiFi module, a Bluetooth module and a smoke and stove linkage module.

4. The control panel of the range hood according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second support plate (122) is fixedly connected to the first support plate (121).

5. The control panel of the range hood according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first opening (1211) is located in the middle of the first support plate (121), and there are two second support plates (122), which are respectively located on both sides of the first opening (1211).

6. The control panel of the range hood according to claim 5, characterized in that: The two second support plates (122) are each provided with a first connecting portion (1222), and the opposite ends of the first box body (13) are each provided with a second connecting portion (131), and the two second connecting portions (131) are respectively connected to the two second connecting portions (131) of the first box body (13).

7. The control panel of the range hood according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second support plate (122) is provided with a mounting plate (1223), the first support plate (121) is provided with a first avoidance opening (1215), and the mounting plate (1223) passes through the first avoidance opening (1215) so as to be mounted on the machine body (20); The second support plate (122) is provided with a second avoidance opening (1225) corresponding to the second box body (14); The control panel (10) of the range hood further comprises a glass panel (15) stacked on the second support plate (122).

8. The control panel of the range hood according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support assembly (12) further comprises an isolation plate (123) for connecting to the machine body (20); the isolation plate (123) and the first support plate (121) are arranged relative to each other and spaced apart.

9. The control panel of the range hood according to claim 8, characterized in that: The top end of the first support plate (121) is connected to a first transverse plate (124), and the first transverse plate (124) is connected to the top end of the isolation plate (123); the bottom end of the first support plate (121) is connected to a second transverse plate (125), and the second transverse plate (125) is connected to the bottom end of the isolation plate (123).

10. The control panel of the range hood according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first box body (13) comprises two detachably connected split shells (132), the switch board is arranged between the two split shells (132), one of the split shells (132) is provided with a supporting structure for supporting the switch board, and the other split shell (132) is provided with a revealing hole, through which the display panel or control button of the switch board is revealed; the interior of the first box body (13) is filled with waterproof glue; And / or, a fourth opening is provided on one side surface of the second box body (14), the functional module board (11) is installed into the interior of the second box body (14) through the fourth opening, the display surface of the functional module board (11) is exposed through the fourth opening, and a clamping piece that is engaged with the functional module board (11) is provided on the inner wall of the second box body (14); and the interior of the second box body (14) is filled with waterproof glue.

11. A range hood, characterized in that: The range hood comprises a control panel (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 10, and further comprises a body (20), wherein the support assembly (12) is arranged on the body (20).

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