A control method and control module for dosing an additive to a washing machine

Abstract

The application discloses a control method for adding an additive to a washing machine, comprising the following steps: obtaining the type of the washing machine; determining a suitable determination mode of the additive adding according to the type of the washing machine; determining the additive adding data according to the determination mode of the additive adding; and issuing an adding instruction formed according to the determined additive adding data to an adding module. In the application, different determination modes of the additive adding are executed for different types of washing machines, the additive adding amount is more accurately determined, the adding module is automatically controlled to add the additive to different types of washing machines, the washing machines without the automatic adding function can realize the automatic adding of the additive, the types of the addable additive are expanded, the user does not need to manually trigger the adding module to add the additive to the washing machine, and the user experience is improved. The application further discloses a control module for adding the additive to the washing machine by using the control method.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of clothing treatment technology, specifically, it relates to a control method and control module for adding additives to a washing machine. Background Technology

[0002] A washing machine is a household appliance that removes various contaminants from clothes by agitating and rotating water, detergent, and clothes, creating friction and impact on the garments. They are generally divided into top-loading (pulsator) and front-loading (drum) types. Top-loading washing machines wash clothes by operating a pulsator in the tub to generate water flow, while front-loading washing machines wash clothes by the vertical drop of the clothes caused by the rotation of the drum.

[0003] In the process of washing and caring for clothes, one or more of the additives, such as fabric softeners, fragrances, bleach, and disinfectants, need to be applied to the clothes to achieve the effects of washing, caring for, adding fragrance, and disinfecting. However, most washing machines do not have an automatic additive dispensing function, and users need to manually add additives each time they wash clothes. The addition of additives or care agents such as fabric softeners, fragrances, bleach, and disinfectants is often vague, random, and repeated. Many mid-range and high-end washing machines have built-in dispensing modules, but they can usually only dispense additives and fabric softeners, and cannot provide detailed care for special or high-end clothes. Moreover, the capacity of the built-in dispensing module is limited, requiring users to frequently add additives or fabric softeners, which is a cumbersome process and cannot truly achieve automatic dispensing.

[0004] Currently, external additive dispensing modules that can be detachably installed on washing machines not only allow for the dispensing of additives but also expand the range of additives available, enabling more precise washing and garment care. However, drum washing machines wash clothes by the vertical drop of garments, while pulsator washing machines wash clothes by the flow of water. External additive dispensing modules generally use a uniform standard to dispense additives into the washing machine, making it impossible to accurately calculate the amount of additives to be dispensed based on the type of washing machine.

[0005] In view of this, the present invention is proposed. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a control method for adding additives to a washing machine, so as to achieve the purpose of automatically adding additives to the washing machine.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the basic concept of the technical solution adopted by the present invention is as follows:

[0008] A method for controlling the addition of additives to a washing machine, comprising:

[0009] Get the type of washing machine;

[0010] Determine the appropriate method for adding additives based on the type of washing machine.

[0011] Determine the additive dosage data based on the method for determining additive dosage;

[0012] Send a dispensing instruction to the dispensing module based on the determined additive dispensing data.

[0013] Furthermore, the method for determining the appropriate additive dosage based on the type of washing machine includes:

[0014] If the washing machine is a front-loading washing machine, the weight of the clothes is used as the method to determine the appropriate amount of additives to add.

[0015] The method for determining the amount of additive to be added includes setting the amount of additive to be added for each preset weight of clothing and saving it as the standard addition parameters for the additive.

[0016] Furthermore, the method for determining the appropriate additive dosage based on the type of washing machine includes:

[0017] If the washing machine is a front-loading washing machine, the weight of the clothes is used as the method to determine the appropriate amount of additives to add.

[0018] The method for determining the amount of additive to be added includes setting the amount of additive to be added for each preset weight of clothing and saving it as the standard addition parameters for the additive.

[0019] Furthermore, the determination of additive dosage data based on the washing and care procedure and the method for determining additive dosage includes:

[0020] Based on the washing and care procedure, at least the corresponding washing and care operation stage and the weight of the clothes should be determined for this washing and care;

[0021] The types of additives that can be added during this washing and care process are determined based on the stage of operation.

[0022] Based on the weight of the garments and the standard dosage parameters, determine the permissible amount of additives to be added for this laundry care treatment.

[0023] Furthermore, if the washing machine is a top-loading washing machine, the capacity of the top-loading washing machine is determined according to the configuration information of the top-loading washing machine, and the capacity and water intake are used as the method for determining the appropriate additives to be added.

[0024] The method for determining the dosage of the additive includes setting the dosage of the additive corresponding to each preset water intake and saving it as the standard dosage parameter for the additive.

[0025] Furthermore, the determination of additive dosage data based on the washing and care procedure and the method for determining additive dosage includes:

[0026] According to the washing and care procedure, at least the corresponding washing and care operation stage and water intake should be determined for this washing and care;

[0027] The types of additives that can be added during this washing and care process are determined based on the stage of operation.

[0028] Based on the capacity value, water inflow, and standard dosing parameters, determine the permissible amount of additives to be added for this washing and care process.

[0029] Furthermore, the smart terminal determines the additive dispensing data based on the type of washing machine and the washing program it obtains, and sends a dispensing instruction based on the determined additive dispensing data to the dispensing module to control the dispensing of additives.

[0030] Furthermore, if the washing machine is a drum washing machine, the smart terminal determines the type of additive that can be added for this washing and care operation based on the obtained washing and care operation stage, and finds the amount of additive to be added corresponding to the weight of the clothes in the database.

[0031] Furthermore, if the washing machine is a top-loading washing machine, the smart terminal determines the type of additive that can be added for this washing and care based on the obtained washing and care operation stage, and finds the amount of additive to be added corresponding to the water intake in the database based on the capacity value of the top-loading washing machine.

[0032] Another object of the present invention is to provide a control module that uses the control method described above to add additives to a washing machine, and is installed on the washing machine, the additive adding module, or a smart terminal, so as to achieve the purpose of the control module controlling the additive adding module to automatically add additives to the washing machine.

[0033] A communication unit is used to obtain the type of washing machine;

[0034] The analysis unit, connected to the communication unit, is used to receive the type of washing machine obtained by the communication unit, determine the appropriate additive dosing method according to the type of washing machine, and determine the additive data according to the additive dosing method.

[0035] The control unit, connected to the analysis unit, is used to receive additive data determined by the analysis unit and issue a dispensing instruction to the dispensing module based on the determined additive dispensing data.

[0036] By adopting the above technical solution, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art.

[0037] 1. In this invention, different additive dispensing determination methods are implemented for different types of washing machines to more accurately determine the amount of additives to be dispensed. This is used to control the dispensing module to automatically dispense additives to different types of washing machines, enabling washing machines that do not have an automatic dispensing function to automatically dispense additives, expanding the types of additives that can be dispensed, and achieving more meticulous washing and garment care.

[0038] 2. In this invention, the smart terminal determines the additive dispensing data based on the type of washing machine and the washing and care program it has obtained, and sends a dispensing instruction formed based on the determined additive dispensing data to the dispensing module. This enables the dispensing module to be automatically triggered to dispense the additive into the washing machine, eliminating the need for the user to manually trigger the dispensing module to dispense the additive into the washing machine, thus improving the user experience.

[0039] 3. In this invention, the smart terminal can associate and store the washing and care program and additive dosage data of the washing machine. During the washing and care process, the smart terminal can quickly obtain the additive dosage data according to the type of washing machine and the stage of washing and care operation based on the washing and care process information, and quickly determine the additive dosage data based on the weight of the clothes or the amount of water, simplifying the data processing process, improving responsiveness, and thus enhancing the user experience.

[0040] The specific embodiments of the present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0041] The accompanying drawings, as part of this invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the invention are used to explain the invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without creative effort. In the drawings:

[0042] Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method for adding additives to a washing machine in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] Figure 2 This is a logic block diagram of the control method for adding additives to a washing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 3 This is a logic block diagram of the algorithm for determining additive dosage data in a drum washing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 4 This is a logic block diagram of the algorithm for determining additive dosage data in a pulsator washing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the control module in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0047] Figure 6 This is a block diagram showing the connection between the smart terminal, the washing machine, and the dispensing module in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0048] In the diagram: 100, washing machine; 200, dispensing module; 300, smart terminal; 400, control module; 401, communication unit; 402, analysis unit; 403, control unit.

[0049] It should be noted that these accompanying drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of the invention to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0050] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0051] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship according to the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting this invention.

[0052] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0053] Example 1

[0054] like Figure 1 As shown, this embodiment provides a method for controlling the addition of additives to a washing machine 100, including the following steps:

[0055] Step S1: Obtain the type of washing machine 100;

[0056] Step S2: Determine the appropriate method for adding additives based on the type of washing machine 100.

[0057] Step S3: Determine the additive dosage data according to the additive dosage determination method;

[0058] Step S4: Send a dispensing instruction to the dispensing module 200 based on the determined additive dispensing data.

[0059] In the above scheme, different additive dispensing determination methods are implemented for different types of washing machines 100 to more accurately determine the amount of additives to be dispensed. This is used to control the dispensing module 200 to automatically dispense additives to different types of washing machines 100, enabling washing machines 100 that do not have an automatic dispensing function to automatically dispense additives, expanding the types of additives that can be dispensed, and achieving more meticulous washing and garment care.

[0060] In this embodiment, step S3, determining the additive dosage data according to the additive dosage determination method, further includes: obtaining the washing and care program of the washing machine 100, and determining the additive dosage data according to the washing and care program and the additive dosage determination method.

[0061] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, step S2, determining the appropriate additive dosage method based on the type of washing machine 100, includes: if the type of washing machine 100 is a drum washing machine 100, then the weight of the clothes is used as the appropriate additive dosage method; the additive dosage method includes setting the dosage of additive corresponding to each preset weight of clothes and saving it as the standard dosage parameter of the additive.

[0062] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, step S3, determining the additive dosage data based on the washing and care procedure and the additive dosage determination method, includes: determining at least the washing and care operation stage and the weight of the clothes corresponding to this washing and care based on the washing and care operation stage; determining the type of additive that can be added in this washing and care based on the washing and care operation stage; and determining the amount of additive that can be added in this washing and care based on the weight of the clothes and the standard dosage parameters.

[0063] Specifically, such as Figure 3As shown, in this embodiment, it is first determined that the washing machine 100 is a drum washing machine 100. When the washing machine 100 changes from standby mode to washing and care mode, the name of the washing and care program reported by the washing machine 100 is obtained. The types of laundry detergent supported by the program can be obtained through the program parameter configuration table of the drum washing machine 100, such as whether it supports detergent, accelerator, and fabric softener. Then, the reported set weight of the clothes is obtained. If the washing machine 100 has an automatic weighing function, the weight of the clothes is reported after weighing. Then, the recommended dosage table of additives is consulted to obtain the dosage of additives for the corresponding weight of clothes, and the dosage is sent to the external dispensing box for dispensing according to the corresponding dosage. Then, the recommended dosage table of accelerator is consulted to obtain the dosage of accelerator, and the dosage is sent to the external dispensing box for dispensing according to the corresponding dosage. When the washing machine 100 enters the final rinsing stage water intake stage, the recommended dosage of fabric softener is consulted to obtain the corresponding dosage of fabric softener, and the dosage is sent to the external dispensing box for dispensing according to the corresponding dosage.

[0064] Through the above control method, the drum washing machine 100 uses the vertical drop of clothes caused by the rotation of the drum to wash and care for clothes. The weight of the clothes can be more accurately calculated to determine the amount of additives to be added. The calculation logic is simpler and clearer, reducing the computational pressure on the system. In each washing and care process, the amount of additives to be added for this washing and care task is determined according to the washing and care program and the weight of the clothes.

[0065] Example 2

[0066] like Figure 4 As shown, the difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment above is that: in step S2, the method for determining the appropriate additive dosage based on the type of washing machine 100 includes: if the type of washing machine 100 is a pulsator washing machine 100, then the capacity value of the pulsator washing machine 100 is determined according to the configuration information of the pulsator washing machine 100, and the capacity value and water intake are used as the method for determining the appropriate additive dosage; the method for determining the additive dosage includes setting the dosage of the additive corresponding to each preset water intake and saving it as the standard dosage parameter of the additive.

[0067] like Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, step S3, determining the additive dosage data based on the washing and care program and the additive dosage determination method, includes: determining at least the washing and care operation stage and water inflow corresponding to this washing and care program; determining the type of additive that can be added for this washing and care program based on the washing and care operation stage; and determining the dosage of the additive that can be added for this washing and care program based on the capacity value, water inflow, and standard dosage parameters.

[0068] Specifically, such as Figure 4As shown, in this embodiment, it is first determined that the washing machine 100 is a top-loading washing machine 100, and the corresponding capacity is obtained according to the model or background configuration information, such as the weight of the machine. When the washing machine 100 changes from standby mode to washing mode, the program name reported by the washing machine 100 is obtained. The types of laundry detergent supported by the program can be obtained by querying the program parameter configuration table of the top-loading washing machine 100, such as whether it supports additives, detergent boosters, and fabric softeners. Then, the reported set water intake is obtained. If the washing machine 100 has an automatic weighing function, the water intake is reported after weighing. The amount of additives corresponding to different settings is obtained and sent to the external dispensing box for dispensing according to the corresponding amount. Similarly, the amount of detergent booster is obtained and sent to the external dispensing box for dispensing according to the corresponding amount. When the washing machine 100 enters the final rinsing stage water intake stage, the corresponding amount of fabric softener is obtained and sent to the external dispensing box for dispensing according to the corresponding amount.

[0069] Through the above control method, the pulsator washing machine 100 uses the water flow generated by the pulsator in the washing tub to wash and care for clothes. The amount of water entering the machine can be more accurately calculated to determine the amount of additives to be added. The calculation logic is simpler and clearer, reducing the computational pressure on the system. In each washing and care process, the amount of additives to be added for this washing and care task is determined according to the washing and care program and the amount of water entering the machine.

[0070] Example 3

[0071] like Figure 6 As shown, this embodiment is a further limitation of the above embodiment one: the smart terminal 300 determines the additive dispensing data according to the type and washing program of the washing machine 100, and sends a dispensing instruction formed according to the determined additive dispensing data to the dispensing module 200 to control the dispensing of additives.

[0072] In this embodiment, the smart terminal 300 is a cloud-based or mobile terminal. The smart terminal 300 communicates wirelessly with the washing machine 100 and the dispensing module 200. Both the washing machine 100 and the dispensing module 200 have Wi-Fi modules. The smart terminal 300 communicates wirelessly with the washing machine 100 and the dispensing module 200 respectively, so as to receive and / or read and / or input the washing and care program of the washing machine 100 and / or the additive information covered by the dispensing module 200 and / or the washing and care program and / or additive dispensing data selected / input by the user, and update the stored additive information of the dispensing module 200 in real time to form an additive dispensing database based on the washing and care program.

[0073] In this embodiment, if the washing machine 100 is a drum washing machine 100, the smart terminal 300 determines the type of additive that can be added for this washing and care operation based on the obtained washing and care operation stage, and finds the amount of additive to be added corresponding to the weight of the clothes in the database based on the obtained weight of the clothes.

[0074] In this embodiment, if the washing machine 100 is a top-loading washing machine 100, the smart terminal 300 determines the type of additive that can be added for this washing and care operation based on the obtained washing and care operation stage, and finds the amount of additive to be added corresponding to the water intake in the database based on the capacity value of the top-loading washing machine 100.

[0075] In this embodiment, during the execution of the washing and care program, the smart terminal 300 acquires the washing and care operation stage data in real time, and determines the additive delivery data based on the washing and care operation stage data and the additive delivery determination method. This data is then used to issue a delivery instruction based on the determined additive to the delivery module 200 to control the delivery of the additive.

[0076] In this embodiment, the type of washing machine 100, washing and care process data, and additive dispensing data determined based on the type of washing machine 100 and washing and care process data are associated and stored to form an additive dispensing database.

[0077] Through the above control method, the smart terminal 300 can associate and store the washing and care program and additive dispensing data of the washing machine 100. During the washing and care process, the smart terminal 300 can quickly obtain the additive dispensing data according to the type of the washing machine 100 and the washing and care operation stage based on the washing and care process information, and quickly determine the additive dispensing data based on the weight of the clothes or the amount of water, simplifying the data processing process, improving responsiveness, and thus enhancing the user experience.

[0078] Example 4

[0079] like Figure 5 As shown, this embodiment of the invention provides a control module 400, which uses the control method described above to add additives to a washing machine 100. The module is installed on the washing machine 100, the dispensing module 200, or the smart terminal 300. The module is characterized by comprising: a communication unit 401 for acquiring the type of the washing machine 100; an analysis unit 402 connected to the communication unit 401 for receiving the type of the washing machine 100 acquired by the communication unit 401, determining a suitable additive dispensing method based on the type of the washing machine 100, and determining additive data based on the additive dispensing method; and a control unit 403 connected to the analysis unit 402 for receiving the additive data determined by the analysis unit 402 and issuing a dispensing instruction to the dispensing module 200 based on the determined additive dispensing data.

[0080] like Figure 6As shown, in this embodiment, the smart terminal 300 communicates wirelessly with the washing machine 100 and the dispensing module 200. Both the washing machine 100 and the dispensing module 200 have Wi-Fi modules, and the smart terminal 300 communicates wirelessly with the washing machine 100 and the dispensing module 200 respectively.

[0081] like Figure 6 As shown, in this embodiment, the smart terminal 300 is a cloud-based or mobile terminal. The smart terminal 300 includes a control module 400, wherein the communication unit 401 acquires the type of the washing machine 100; the analysis unit 402 determines the appropriate additive dispensing method based on the type of the washing machine 100, and determines additive dispensing data based on the additive dispensing method; the control unit 403 sends a dispensing instruction formed based on the determined additive dispensing data to the dispensing module 200, thereby automatically triggering the dispensing module 200 to dispense additives to the washing machine 100 according to the type of the washing machine 100 and the washing and care program.

[0082] The control module 400, installed on the washing machine 100, the dispensing module 200, or the smart terminal 300, controls the dispensing module 200 to dispense additives into the washing machine 100, enabling the washing machine 100 to automatically dispense additives. In particular, it implements different additive dispensing determination methods for different types of washing machines 100, achieving more accurate determination of the amount of additives dispensed, resulting in more meticulous washing and garment care. Moreover, it eliminates the need for the user to manually trigger the dispensing module 200 to dispense additives into the washing machine 100, thus improving the user experience.

[0083] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention in any way. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-described technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the scope of the present invention shall still fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for controlling the addition of additives to a washing machine, characterized in that, include: Get the type of washing machine; Based on the type of washing machine, determine the appropriate method for determining the dosage of additives; based on the method for determining the dosage of additives, determine the additive dosage data. Sending a dispensing instruction to the dispensing module based on the determined additive dispensing data, including at least sending the instruction to the external dispensing box for dispensing according to the corresponding dispensing amount; The method for determining additive dosage data based on the additive dosage determination method further includes: acquiring the washing and care program of the washing machine, and determining the additive dosage data based on the washing and care program and the additive dosage determination method. The method for determining the appropriate additive dosage based on the type of washing machine includes: if the washing machine is a drum washing machine, then the weight of the clothes is used as the method for determining the appropriate additive dosage; the method for determining the additive dosage includes setting the dosage of the additive corresponding to each preset weight of clothes and saving it as the standard dosage parameter of the additive. The method for determining the appropriate additive dosage based on the type of washing machine includes: if the type of washing machine is a top-loading washing machine, then the capacity value of the top-loading washing machine is determined according to the configuration information of the top-loading washing machine, and the capacity value and water intake are used as the method for determining the appropriate additive dosage; the method for determining the additive dosage includes setting the dosage of the additive corresponding to each preset water intake and saving it as the standard dosage parameter of the additive.

2. The method for controlling the addition of additives to a washing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The method for determining additive dosage based on the washing and care procedure and the method for determining additive dosage includes: Based on the washing and care procedure, at least the corresponding washing and care operation stage and the weight of the clothes should be determined for this washing and care; The types of additives that can be added during this washing and care process are determined based on the stage of operation. Based on the weight of the garments and the standard dosage parameters, determine the permissible amount of additives to be added for this laundry care treatment.

3. The method for controlling the addition of additives to a washing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The method for determining additive dosage based on the washing and care procedure and the method for determining additive dosage includes: According to the washing and care procedure, at least the corresponding washing and care operation stage and water intake should be determined for this washing and care; The types of additives that can be added during this washing and care process are determined based on the stage of operation. Based on the capacity value, water inflow, and standard dosing parameters, determine the permissible amount of additives to be added for this washing and care process.

4. A method for controlling the addition of an additive to a washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The smart terminal determines the additive dosage data based on the type of washing machine and the washing program it obtains, and sends a dosage instruction based on the determined additive dosage data to the dosage module to control the additive dosage.

5. The method for controlling the addition of additives to a washing machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, If the washing machine is a front-loading washing machine, the smart terminal determines the type of additive that can be added for this washing and care operation based on the obtained washing and care operation stage, and finds the amount of additive to be added corresponding to the weight of the clothes in the database.

6. The method for controlling the addition of additives to a washing machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, If the washing machine is a top-loading washing machine, the smart terminal determines the type of additive that can be added for this washing and care operation based on the obtained washing and care operation stage, and finds the amount of additive to be added corresponding to the water intake in the database based on the capacity value of the top-loading washing machine.

7. A control module, employing the control method described in any one of claims 1 to 6, for dispensing additives to a washing machine, and disposed on the washing machine, a dispensing module, or a smart terminal, characterized in that, include: A communication unit is used to obtain the type of washing machine; The analysis unit, connected to the communication unit, is used to receive the type of washing machine obtained by the communication unit, determine the appropriate additive dosing method according to the type of washing machine, and determine the additive data according to the additive dosing method. The control unit, connected to the analysis unit, is used to receive additive data determined by the analysis unit and issue a dispensing instruction to the dispensing module based on the determined additive dispensing data.

8. A control module according to claim 7, characterized in that, The smart terminal communicates wirelessly with the washing machine and the dispensing module.

9. A control module according to claim 8, characterized in that, Both the washing machine and the dispensing module have Wi-Fi modules, and the smart terminal can communicate wirelessly with both the washing machine and the dispensing module.

10. A control module according to claim 8, characterized in that, The smart terminal is either cloud-based or a mobile terminal.

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