Clothing processing equipment

By setting up the connection method between the support components and the light emitting device at the flange in the washing machine, the problems of light propagation and installation stability are solved, the maximum light propagation and the stable installation of the light emitting device are achieved, and the functional effect and user experience of the washing machine are improved.

CN114960130BActive Publication Date: 2025-08-19QINGDAO HAIER WASHING MASCH CO LTD +1
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Application Number
CN202110220056.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2021-02-26
Publication Date
2025-08-19
Estimated Expiration
2041-02-26

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Technical Problem

The existing washing machine light emitting devices cannot take into account the problems of almost barrier-free light propagation into the inner barrel and the installation stability of the light emitting device.

Method used

The inner flange is provided at the drop port of the washing machine, and the support assembly is connected to the inner flange. The light emitting device is arranged between the support assembly and the flange. The support assembly provides support force to ensure that light is directly transmitted to the inner barrel, and the light emitting device is protected through the flange to avoid scratches in clothes and installation instability.

Benefits of technology

It improves the light propagation efficiency, ensures the installation stability of the light emitting device, avoids the instability of the light emitting device due to gravity and vibration, eliminates the risk of soaking water, and improves the light source utilization rate and user experience.

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Abstract

The present invention belongs to the technical field of clothing processing equipment, and specifically provides a clothing processing equipment. The present invention aims to solve the problem that the light-emitting device of the existing washing machine cannot take into account both the almost unimpeded propagation of light into the inner barrel and the installation stability of the light-emitting device. To this end, the clothing processing equipment of the present invention includes a tray, a support assembly and a light-emitting device. The tray is provided with an inner flange at the inlet of the tray, the support assembly is connected to the inner side of the inner flange, and the light-emitting device is provided between the support assembly and the inner flange. The light-emitting device of the present invention can not only improve the propagation efficiency of light into the inner barrel, but also protect the light-emitting device, and has the effect of installation stability.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of clothing processing equipment, and specifically provides a clothing processing equipment. Background Art

[0002] Washing machines have become an indispensable household appliance in family life. In daily life, people use washing machines almost every day. With the development of science and technology and the improvement of consumption levels, people's demand for washing machines is also increasing.

[0003] At present, people's understanding of the functions of washing machines is not limited to the basic functions of washing machines. In addition to the washing function, washing machines now usually have lighting or sterilization functions, that is, the inner barrel is sterilized or illuminated by ultraviolet light or lighting light. In the existing technology, due to the structure of the washing machine, the light-emitting device cannot ensure that the light is transmitted into the inner barrel almost unimpeded, and it cannot be stably set on the washing machine. For example, the light-emitting device is set in the internal structure of the washing machine, and it cannot ensure that the light is transmitted unimpeded, thereby reducing the effect brought by the light, such as the sterilization degree of clothes or the illumination of the inner barrel. The light-emitting device is set on the door cover of the washing machine, and the user needs to open and close the top cover frequently, and the installation stability of the light-emitting device cannot be guaranteed.

[0004] Accordingly, the art needs a new clothes processing device to solve the problem that the existing washing machine's light-emitting device cannot take into account both the almost unobstructed transmission of light into the inner barrel and the stability of the installation of the light-emitting device. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In order to solve the above-mentioned problems in the prior art, that is, to solve the problem that the light-emitting device of the existing washing machine cannot take into account the almost unobstructed transmission of light into the inner barrel and the stability of the installation of the light-emitting device, the present invention provides a clothing processing device, which includes a tray seat, a support assembly and a light-emitting device, and the tray seat is provided with an inner flange at the input port, the support assembly is connected to the inner side of the inner flange, and the light-emitting device is arranged between the support assembly and the inner flange.

[0006] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned clothing processing equipment, the supporting assembly includes a fixing member and a claw, the fixing member is connected to the inner flange, the claw is connected to the fixing member, and the light-emitting device is clamped between the claw and the inner flange.

[0007] In a preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned clothes processing device, a support rib is provided on the inner turn-down edge extending downward, and the light-emitting device is clamped between the clamping claw and the support rib.

[0008] In a preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned clothing processing device, the fixing member is an annular structure, a first end of the annular structure is connected to the inner flange, and the claws are spaced apart and arranged at the second end of the annular structure.

[0009] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned clothing processing equipment, a first fixing structure is provided on the fixing member, and a second fixing structure is provided on the inner turn-down edge. The first fixing structure is connected to the second fixing structure, thereby realizing the connection between the fixing member and the inner turn-down edge.

[0010] In a preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned clothes processing device, the bottom end of the fixing member extends downward to form an annular straight edge, and the bottom end of the annular straight edge is at a preset height difference from the bottom end of the inner turning edge.

[0011] In a preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned clothing processing device, the light-emitting device is a flexible light-emitting device; and / or the light-emitting device is a ring-shaped structure.

[0012] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned clothing processing equipment, the light-emitting device includes a sealed shell, a substrate and lamp beads, the substrate is arranged in the sealed shell, the lamp beads are arranged on the substrate, and the sealed shell is made of a flexible transparent material.

[0013] The present invention also provides a control method for a clothing processing device, wherein the clothing processing device includes a tray, a support assembly and a light-emitting device, the tray having an inlet provided with an inner flange, the support assembly being connected to the inner side of the inner flange, and the light-emitting device being arranged between the support assembly and the inner flange; the clothing processing device also includes a flow rate sensor, the flow rate sensor being arranged in a water inlet pipe, the light-emitting device and the flow rate sensor being respectively connected to a processor of the clothing processing device; the control method includes: receiving a detection value of the flow rate sensor; judging the size of the detection value and a preset flow rate value; when the detection value is less than the preset flow rate value, controlling the clothing processing device to stop water intake, and running a first light change program so that the light-emitting device displays a first light change; when the detection value is greater than or equal to the preset flow rate value, controlling the clothing processing device to normally intake water, and running a second light change program so that the light-emitting device displays a second light change; wherein the first light change is different from the second light change.

[0014] The present invention also provides another control method for a clothing processing device, the clothing processing device including a tray, a support assembly and a light-emitting device, the tray having an inlet provided with an inner flange, the support assembly being connected to the inner side of the inner flange, and the light-emitting device being arranged between the support assembly and the inner flange; the clothing processing device also including an air heating module and a humidity sensor, the air heating module and the humidity sensor being arranged on a gas circulation pipeline of the clothing processing device, the light-emitting device, the air heating module and the humidity sensor being respectively connected to a processor of the clothing processing device; the control method comprising: receiving a detection value of the humidity sensor; judging the difference between the detection value and a preset humidity value; when the detection value is greater than or equal to the preset humidity value, controlling the air heating module to start working and running a first light change program so that the light-emitting device displays a first light change; when the detection value is less than the preset humidity value, controlling the air heating module to stop working and running a second light change program so that the light-emitting device displays a second light change; wherein the first light change is different from the second light change.

[0015] It can be understood by those skilled in the art that, in the technical solution of the present invention, the clothing processing device includes a tray seat, a support assembly and a light-emitting device, an inner turn-down edge is provided at the loading port of the tray seat, the support assembly is connected to the inner side of the inner turn-down edge, and the light-emitting device is provided between the support assembly and the inner turn-down edge. It can be understood that the outer side of the inner turn-down edge is the loading port side, and the inner side is the opposite side.

[0016] Since the light-emitting device is located at the inner turn-down edge provided at the inlet, the light generated by the light-emitting device can be directly transmitted to the inner barrel, and there is almost no obstacle structure that blocks the light from being transmitted to the inner barrel, thereby improving the light transmission efficiency and maximizing the effect brought by the light. In addition, the light-emitting device is arranged between the inner turn-down edge and the support member connected to the inner side of the inner turn-down edge. On the one hand, when taking clothes, it can prevent the clothes from scratching the light-emitting device and affecting the installation stability of the light-emitting device. On the other hand, compared with the traditional technical solution in which the light-emitting device is directly connected to the washing machine structure, the support assembly of the present invention can provide supporting force for the light-emitting device, and compared with the light-emitting device, the material of the support assembly has a wider range of choices. Through the selection of materials, a more stable connection can be formed with the inner turn-down edge, thereby avoiding the installation instability of the light-emitting device due to long-term gravity and vibration of the washing machine. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] The clothes treating device of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0018] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a clothes processing device according to the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2 A bottom view of the tray of the clothes processing device of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view of a tray of a clothes treating apparatus according to the present invention;

[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A local enlarged view of point A;

[0022] Figure 5 It is a partial cross-sectional view of the rear side of the disc base of the present invention.

[0023] List of reference numerals:

[0024] 1-disc base; 11-inner flange; 111-support rib; 112-second fixing structure; 2-support assembly; 21-fixing piece; 211-first fixing structure; 22-claw; 3-light-emitting device; 31-sealed shell; 32-base plate; 33-lamp beads. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] The preferred embodiments of the present invention are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood by those skilled in the art that these embodiments are merely used to explain the technical principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make adjustments as needed to adapt to specific applications. For example, although the light-emitting device in the specification is described as a ring structure, the present invention can obviously adopt various other shapes, such as an arc-shaped or strip-shaped structure, as long as it can be arranged between the support component and the inner flange.

[0026] It should be noted that in the description of the present invention, terms such as "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer" indicating directions or positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These are merely for ease of description and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element described must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0027] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on specific circumstances.

[0028] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, in order to solve the problem that the light-emitting device 3 of the existing washing machine cannot take into account the almost unobstructed transmission of light into the inner barrel and the installation stability of the light-emitting device 3, the clothing processing device of the present invention includes a tray base 1, a support assembly 2 and a light-emitting device 3, and an inner flange 11 is provided at the input port of the tray base 1, the support assembly 2 is connected to the inner side of the inner flange 11, and the light-emitting device 3 is arranged between the support assembly 2 and the inner flange 11.

[0029] The advantages of the above arrangement are: since the light emitting device 3 is located at the inner flange 11 of the injection port, Figure 1 In the direction indicated by the arrow, the light generated by the light-emitting device 3 can be directly transmitted to the inner barrel. During the transmission process, there is no obstacle structure that blocks the light from being transmitted to the inner barrel, thereby improving the light transmission efficiency and maximizing the effect brought by the light, for example, sterilizing the clothes in the inner barrel, or illuminating the inner barrel. In addition, the light-emitting device 3 is arranged between the inner turndown 11 and the support connected to the inner side of the inner turndown 11. On the one hand, the inner turndown 11 can play a good protective role for the light-emitting device 3, so that the light-emitting device 3 will not interfere with the operation of the washing machine. For example, when taking clothes, it can prevent the clothes from scratching the light-emitting device 3, thereby improving the installation of the light-emitting device 3. Stability. On the other hand, compared with the traditional technical solution in which the light-emitting device 3 is directly connected to the washing machine structure, the support assembly 2 of the present invention can provide supporting force for the light-emitting device 3, and compared with the light-emitting device 3, the material of the support assembly 2 has a wider range of choices. Through the selection of materials, a more stable connection can be formed with the inner flange 11, thereby avoiding the installation instability of the light-emitting device 3 caused by long-term gravity and vibration of the washing machine or opening and closing the washing machine door cover. In summary, the light-emitting device 3 of the present invention can not only improve the propagation efficiency of light into the inner barrel, but also protect the light-emitting device 3, and has the effect of installation stability.

[0030] In addition, when the washing machine of the present invention is a pulsator washing machine, since the light-emitting device 3 is arranged on the inner side of the flange and is not in the immersion area of the washing water, it can effectively prevent the light-emitting device 3 from being soaked in water, thereby eliminating the safety hazard of leakage of the light-emitting device 3. It should be noted that even when the washing machine is in the washing state, the washing water usually only splashes onto the light-emitting device 3, which has little effect on the safety of the light-emitting device 3.

[0031] Continue to refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 In a possible embodiment, the support assembly 2 includes a fixing member 21 and a claw 22, the fixing member 21 is connected to the inner flange 11, the claw 22 is connected to the fixing member 21, and the light-emitting device 3 is clamped between the claw 22 and the inner flange 11.

[0032] The advantage of the above arrangement is that the arrangement of the claws 22 can position and support the light emitting device 3 , so that the light emitting device 3 is fixed between the inner flange 11 and the claws 22 under the action of the claws 22 .

[0033] Furthermore, a support rib 111 is provided on the inner flange 11 and extends downward, and the light emitting device 3 is clamped between the clamping claw 22 and the support rib 111 .

[0034] The advantages of the above-mentioned arrangement are: by providing the support ribs 111 and cooperating with the claws 22, the light-emitting device 3 can be pressed, so that the light-emitting device 3 can withstand external forces, and the claws 22 have the function of fixing the light-emitting device 3; in addition, because the support ribs 111 have a certain elasticity and can adaptively shrink according to the extrusion force applied to the light-emitting device 3, on the one hand, the outer shell of the light-emitting device 3 will not be damaged, and on the other hand, the light-emitting device 3 can be firmly fixed between the claws 22 and the support ribs 111. As a preferred embodiment, there are at least two support ribs 111, which can further improve the stability of the installation. In addition, this arrangement can leave a gap between the light-emitting device 3 and the fixing member 21 and the inner flange 11, avoiding the accumulation of water, which can cause bacterial growth and damage to the light-emitting device 3.

[0035] Furthermore, the fixing member 21 is an annular structure, a first end of the annular structure is connected to the inner flange 11, and the claws 22 are spaced apart and arranged at the second end of the annular structure.

[0036] The advantage of this setting method is that the fixing part 21 is an annular structure, that is, a fixing ring surrounding the inner circumference of the inner flange 11. When the light-emitting device 3 is a strip structure, the light-emitting device 3 can be installed at any position of the mounting groove formed by the inner flange 11 and the fixing ring, that is, it can be installed in any section of the mounting groove in the inner circumferential direction of the inner flange 11, which is convenient for adjustment according to actual lighting usage requirements. When the light-emitting device 3 is an annular structure, the light-emitting device 3 can be adapted to the mounting groove formed by the fixing part 21 and the inner flange 11, so that the light-emitting device 3 is embedded in the mounting groove to complete the assembly of the entire circle of the light-emitting device 3; in addition, the claws 22 are arranged at intervals at the second end of the annular structure. The claws 22 can provide support and fixation for the light-emitting device 3 without affecting the propagation of light from the light-emitting device 3.

[0037] Further, continue to refer to Figure 5 A first fixing structure 211 is provided on the fixing member 21, and a second fixing structure 112 is provided on the inner flange 11. The first fixing structure 211 is connected to the second fixing structure 112, thereby realizing the connection between the fixing member 21 and the inner flange 11.

[0038] The advantage of the above-mentioned setting method is that: through the connection between the first fixing structure 211 and the second fixing structure 112, the fixing member 21 can be fixed on the inner flange 11, so that the fixing member 21 can provide support for the light-emitting device 3. As a preferred embodiment, the first fixing structure 211 is a first bolt through hole, and the second fixing structure 112 is a second bolt through hole, that is, the fixing member 21 is connected to the inner flange 11 by screws.

[0039] Further, continue to refer to Figure 4 The bottom end of the fixing member 21 extends downward to form an annular straight edge, and the bottom end of the annular straight edge is at a preset height difference from the bottom end of the inner flange 11, as shown in the figure, where H is greater than 0.

[0040] The advantage of the above-mentioned arrangement is that: since the bottom end of the fixing member 21 is at a preset height difference from the bottom end of the inner flange 11, it is conducive to the gathering of light emitted by the light-emitting device 3, that is, when the light propagates to the bottom end of the fixing member 21, it is reflected by the fixing member 21 to the side of the inner barrel, reducing the phenomenon of light spreading to the outer peripheral side of the inner barrel, thereby improving the utilization rate of the light source.

[0041] Furthermore, the light-emitting device 3 is embedded in the mounting groove formed by the inner flange 11 and the fixing member 21. In this case, the bottom end of the supporting rib 111 does not extend below the bottom end of the inner flange 11. This arrangement, on the one hand, can reduce the probability of collision between the light-emitting device 3 and foreign objects. On the other hand, the mounting groove can also limit the propagation range of the light of the light-emitting device 3, so that the light is transmitted toward the inner barrel, reducing the light source that spreads outside the inner barrel and improving the utilization rate of the light source.

[0042] As a possible implementation, the light emitting device 3 is a flexible light emitting device 3; and / or the light emitting device 3 is a ring structure.

[0043] The advantages of the above-mentioned setting method are: the light-emitting device 3 is a ring-shaped structure, which can increase the illumination area, thereby achieving better use effect. In addition, the light-emitting device 3 is a soft light-emitting device 3, which provides convenience for installation operation through the deformation of the light-emitting device 3, and facilitates the adjustment of the light-emitting device 3 during the installation process. In addition, when a foreign object hits the light-emitting device 3, the light-emitting device 3 can extend the action time of the force through deformation, thereby providing better protection for the light-emitting device 3 through buffering.

[0044] Further, continue to refer to Figure 4 The light-emitting device 3 includes a sealed shell 31, a substrate 32 and lamp beads 33. The substrate 32 is arranged in the sealed shell 31, and the lamp beads 33 are arranged on the substrate 32. The material of the sealed shell 31 is a flexible transparent material, wherein the lamp beads 33 are LED lamp beads. As a preferred embodiment, the material of the sealed shell 31 is a flexible transparent material, for example, transparent polyurethane, PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and other light-guiding materials. Of course, it can also be made of a colored material that matches the color of the lamp.

[0045] The advantages of the above-mentioned setting method are: the setting of the sealing shell 31 can play a good waterproof role, preventing the internal substrate 32 and lamp beads 33 from direct contact with water, which in turn causes leakage. In addition, the material of the sealing shell 31 is flexible, which can facilitate the deformation of the light-emitting device 3 and facilitate the installation of the light-emitting device 3 between the claw 22 and the support rib 111; the flexible substrate 32 has the characteristics of high wiring density, light weight and thin thickness, and can be rotated between the claw 22 and the support rib 111; wherein, the sealing shell 31 is made of transparent material, so that the light emitted by the lamp beads 33 can pass through the sealing shell 31 to achieve effects such as lighting, sterilization or emitting light of different colors.

[0046] As a possible implementation, the lamp beads 33 are ultraviolet lamp beads. Since most of the light emitted by the light-emitting device 3 of the present invention can be directly transmitted to the inner barrel, the light utilization rate is high, and a good sterilization effect can be achieved on the inner barrel or the clothes in the inner barrel.

[0047] As a possible embodiment, the lamp beads 33 are colored lamp beads. When the washing machine is in different operating states, the light-emitting device 3 can emit different colors of light to represent the current operating state of the washing machine. For example, when the washing machine is in the washing state, the light-emitting device 3 displays red; when the washing machine is in the dehydration state, the light-emitting device 3 displays blue; when the washing machine is in the first rinse state, the light-emitting device 3 displays light green; when the washing machine is in the second rinse state, the light-emitting device 3 displays dark green; when the washing machine is in the alarm state, the light-emitting device 3 emits a multi-color running pattern of light (a gradient running effect of red, orange, yellow, green, cyan, blue, and purple). This allows the user to determine the current operating state of the washing machine based on the different colors of the light emitted by the light-emitting device 3 when the washing machine is far away, eliminating the need for the user to observe closely, saving user time and improving the user experience. In addition, by setting different light colors, a gorgeous effect can be provided, improving people's mood when working on the washing machine. The lighting device can be powered by electricity generated by the rotation or vibration of the inner drum, or it can be directly powered by an external power source.

[0048] In addition, the present invention also provides a control method for a clothing processing device, wherein the clothing processing device is the clothing processing device described above, and further comprises a flow rate sensor disposed within a water inlet pipe, wherein the light-emitting device 3 and the flow rate sensor are respectively connected to a processor of the clothing processing device. The control method comprises the following steps: receiving a detection value from the flow rate sensor; determining the difference between the detection value and a preset flow rate value; when the detection value is less than the preset flow rate value, controlling the clothing processing device to stop water intake and executing a first light change program to cause the light-emitting device 3 to display a first light change. When the detection value is greater than or equal to the preset flow rate value, controlling the clothing processing device to resume water intake normally and executing a second light change program to cause the light-emitting device 3 to display a second light change.

[0049] Among them, the first light change in the above steps is different from the second light change. It can be understood that the first light change and the second light change can be monochromatic light changes or multi-color changes. For example, the first light change is red flashing and the second light change is green flashing, or the first light change is a horse racing effect and the second light change is monochromatic flashing, etc.

[0050] The advantages of the above control method are that when the detected value is less than the preset flow rate value, it indicates that the water flow rate in the water pipe is too slow or has stopped, and sufficient washing water cannot be provided within the program's predetermined time. In this case, the clothes treatment device is controlled to stop water supply, and a first light change program is executed, causing the light-emitting device 3 to display a first light change. The preset flow rate value is a water flow rate value pre-set in the processor that meets the water flow rate required for washing clothes. When the detected value is greater than or equal to the preset flow rate value, it indicates that the water flow rate in the water pipe is normal and sufficient washing water can be provided within the program's predetermined time. The clothes treatment device is controlled to supply water normally, and a second light change program is executed, causing the light-emitting device 3 to display a second light change. The user can understand the water supply status of the clothes treatment device from a distance based on the different light displays of the light-emitting device 3, preventing damage to the clothes treatment device caused by insufficient water pressure in the water pipe and failure to provide sufficient washing water.

[0051] In addition, the present invention also provides another control method for a clothing processing device, which is the above-mentioned clothing processing device. In addition, the clothing processing device also includes an air heating module and a humidity sensor, the air heating module and the humidity sensor are arranged on the gas circulation pipeline of the clothing processing device, and the light-emitting device 3, the air heating module and the humidity sensor are respectively connected to the processor of the clothing processing device; the control method includes: receiving a detection value of the humidity sensor; judging the difference between the detection value and a preset humidity value; when the detection value is greater than or equal to the preset humidity value, controlling the air heating module to start working and running a first light change program so that the light-emitting device 3 displays a first light change; when the detection value is less than the preset humidity value, controlling the air heating module to stop working and running a second light change program so that the light-emitting device 3 displays a second light change; wherein the first light change is different from the second light change. It is understandable that the first light change and the second light change can be monochromatic light changes or multi-color changes, for example, the first light change is red flashing and the second light change is green flashing, or the first light change is a horse racing effect and the second light change is monochromatic flashing, etc.

[0052] The advantages of the above setting method are: when the detected value is less than or equal to the humidity preset value, it indicates that the clothes have been dried, the air heating module is controlled to stop working, and the first light change program is run, causing the light-emitting device 3 to display the first light change, thereby preventing the already dried clothes from being damaged due to continued drying; the humidity preset value is pre-set in the processor and is the humidity value of the clothes after drying. When the detected value is greater than the humidity preset value, it indicates that the clothes have not been completely dried, the air heating module is controlled to start working, and the second light change program is run, causing the light-emitting device 3 to display the second light change until the detected value is less than or equal to the humidity preset value. The light display allows the user to understand the changes in the humidity of the clothes in the clothing processing device from a distance, and can also perform other operations based on the drying status of the clothes.

[0053] To sum up, the light-emitting device 3 of the present invention can improve the propagation efficiency of light into the inner barrel, avoid the installation instability of the light-emitting device 3 caused by long-term gravity and the vibration of the washing machine or when opening and closing the washing machine door cover, and can protect the light-emitting device 3, with the effect of installation stability; can effectively prevent the light-emitting device 3 from being soaked in water, thereby eliminating the safety hazard of leakage of the light-emitting device 3; avoid water accumulation, which causes the breeding of bacteria and damage to the light-emitting device 3; can be conducive to the gathering of light emitted by the light-emitting device 3, improve the utilization rate of the light source, and can judge the current working status of the washing machine according to the different colors of light emitted by the light-emitting device 3, so that the user does not need to observe closely, saving user time and improving user experience.

[0054] It should be noted that the above-mentioned embodiments are only used to illustrate the principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Without departing from the principles of the present invention, those skilled in the art can adjust the above-mentioned structure so that the present invention can be applied to more specific application scenarios.

[0055] For example, in an alternative embodiment, the fixing member 21 and the inner flange 11 can be directly connected by snapping, bonding, movable connection or welding. As long as the inner flange 11 and the fixing member 21 can be connected, these do not deviate from the principles of the present invention and therefore fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0056] For example, in another alternative embodiment, the light-emitting device 3 can be an arc-shaped structure or a strip-shaped structure, etc., as long as it can be set between the support component 2 and the inner flange 11. These do not deviate from the principles of the present invention and therefore fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0057] For example, in another alternative embodiment, the fixing member 21 can be an arc-shaped structure, etc., as long as it can support the light-emitting device 3 through the claws 22. These do not deviate from the principles of the present invention and therefore fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0058] For example, in another alternative embodiment, corners may be provided on the annular fixing member 21 to provide support for the light-emitting device 3. These do not deviate from the principles of the present invention and therefore fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0059] Finally, it should be noted that although the present invention is described using a washing machine as an example, the clothes processing device of the present invention can obviously also be applied to other washing machines, such as a shoe washing machine or a sock washing machine.

[0060] Thus far, the technical solutions of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the scope of protection of the present invention is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principles of the present invention, those skilled in the art may make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after such changes or substitutions will fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A clothes processing device, characterized in that: The laundry processing device includes a tray, a support assembly, and a light-emitting device. The tray is provided with an inner turning edge at the inlet, the support assembly is connected to the inner side of the inner turning edge, and the light-emitting device is provided between the support assembly and the inner turning edge. The support assembly includes a fixing member and a claw, wherein the fixing member is connected to the inner flange, the claw is connected to the fixing member, and the light emitting device is clamped between the claw and the inner flange; The fixing member is an annular structure, a first end of the annular structure is connected to the inner flange, and the claws are spaced apart and arranged at the second end of the annular structure; The bottom end of the fixing member extends downward to form an annular straight edge, and the bottom end of the annular straight edge is at a preset height difference from the bottom end of the inner flange; when light propagates to the bottom end of the fixing member, it is reflected by the fixing member to the side of the inner barrel; A support rib is provided on the inner flange extending downward, and the light emitting device is clamped between the clamping claw and the support rib.

2. The clothes processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that The fixing member is provided with a first fixing structure, and the inner turning edge is provided with a second fixing structure. The first fixing structure is connected to the second fixing structure, thereby realizing the connection between the fixing member and the inner turning edge.

3. The clothes processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that The light emitting device is a flexible light emitting device; and / or The light emitting device is a ring structure.

4. The clothes processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The light emitting device comprises a sealed shell, a substrate and lamp beads. The substrate is arranged in the sealed shell, and the lamp beads are arranged on the substrate. The sealed shell is made of a flexible and transparent material.

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