Control method and control device of cleaning machine, cleaning machine and terminal device

Abstract

The embodiment of the application discloses a control method and device of a cleaning machine, the cleaning machine and a terminal device. The operation mode of the cleaning machine includes a wetting mode and a washing mode. The control method includes: controlling the cleaning machine to operate in the wetting mode, wherein in the wetting mode, a first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned to make the kitchenware to be cleaned wet; after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends, the cleaning machine does not automatically enter the washing mode. By setting the wetting mode independent of the washing mode, the kitchenware realizes zero storage and full washing, and the water and electricity consumption can be saved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of kitchenware cleaning equipment technology, and in particular to a control method, control device, cleaning machine and terminal equipment for a cleaning machine. Background Technology

[0002] A dishwashing machine (taking a dishwasher as an example) is a device that can automatically clean kitchen utensils. Because using a dishwashing machine to wash kitchen utensils can greatly reduce tedious manual labor, is easy to operate, and has a high degree of automation, it has become increasingly popular among consumers.

[0003] Existing washing machines come with various pre-set washing modes at the factory. Users can select the mode they need, or the machine can automatically determine which mode to use for cleaning kitchenware. Common washing modes include quick wash, daily wash, and intensive wash.

[0004] It should be noted that the above introduction to the technical background is only for the purpose of providing a clear and complete explanation of the technical solutions of this application and facilitating understanding by those skilled in the art. It should not be assumed that these technical solutions are known to those skilled in the art simply because they have been described in the background section of this application. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The inventor discovered that all washing modes currently on the market are designed to clean the items being washed, and all of them aim to clean them. However, if there are few kitchen utensils, running the aforementioned washing modes that aim to clean (even the quick wash mode) alone will still waste water and electricity.

[0006] To address at least one of the aforementioned problems, embodiments of this application provide a control method, control device, cleaning machine, and terminal equipment for a cleaning machine.

[0007] The specific technical solution of this application embodiment is as follows:

[0008] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, a control method for a cleaning machine is provided, wherein the operating mode of the cleaning machine includes a wetting mode and a washing mode; the control method includes:

[0009] The cleaning machine is controlled to operate in a wetting mode, wherein, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned so that the kitchenware to be cleaned is moistened;

[0010] The washing machine does not automatically enter the washing mode after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends.

[0011] Furthermore, the operating parameters of the cleaning machine in the wetting mode are different from those in the washing mode. In the wetting mode, the kitchenware to be cleaned is kept only moist and is not washed.

[0012] Furthermore, in the wetting mode, the total amount of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned is controlled to be less than or equal to a first threshold, and / or the amount of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned at one time is controlled to be less than or equal to a second threshold.

[0013] Furthermore, the first threshold and / or the second threshold are less than a first standard value, where the first standard value is the amount of cleaning medium supplied to the kitchenware to be cleaned once or multiple times when the cleaning machine is running in the washing mode.

[0014] Furthermore, in the wetting mode, the time for the first preset mechanism to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned is less than or equal to a third threshold.

[0015] Furthermore, the third threshold is less than the second standard value, where the second standard value is the time it takes for the cleaning machine to supply cleaning medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned when it is running in the washing mode.

[0016] Furthermore, in the wetting mode, the temperature of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned is greater than or equal to a fourth threshold.

[0017] Furthermore, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism is controlled to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned only once, or to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned at least twice at predetermined intervals.

[0018] Furthermore, in the wetting mode, the flow rate or pressure of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned is less than or equal to a fifth threshold.

[0019] Furthermore, the fifth threshold is less than the fourth standard value, whereby the fourth standard value is the flow rate or pressure of the cleaning medium supplied to the kitchenware to be cleaned by the cleaning machine when it is running in the washing mode.

[0020] Furthermore, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism located at a predetermined position is controlled to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned.

[0021] Furthermore, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism is controlled to supply the wetting medium only toward the kitchenware to be cleaned.

[0022] Furthermore, the wetting medium includes steam and / or water and / or water mixed with washing liquid.

[0023] Furthermore, the first preset mechanism is located in the space above the kitchen utensils to be cleaned.

[0024] Furthermore, the first preset mechanism includes one or more spraying mechanisms, one or more steam generating mechanisms, or one or more spraying mechanisms disposed within the cleaning machine.

[0025] Furthermore, the first preset mechanism is a spraying mechanism, which includes a water pump, a spray arm, and pipelines.

[0026] Furthermore, when the cleaning machine is running in the washing mode, a second preset mechanism located inside the cleaning machine supplies cleaning medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned. The first preset mechanism and the second preset mechanism may be the same mechanism or different mechanisms.

[0027] Furthermore, when the first triggering condition is met, the cleaning machine is controlled to operate in the wetting mode.

[0028] Furthermore, when the user triggers the first control unit, the first triggering condition is met, and the first control unit can communicate with the cleaning machine.

[0029] Furthermore, when the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned stored in the cleaning machine is less than or equal to a first preset number, the first triggering condition is met.

[0030] Furthermore, after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends, the method further includes:

[0031] When the second triggering condition is met, the cleaning machine enters the washing mode.

[0032] Furthermore, when the user triggers the second control unit, the second triggering condition is met, and the second control unit can communicate with the cleaning machine.

[0033] Furthermore, if the washing mode is not triggered by the user after a predetermined time has elapsed since the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends, the second triggering condition is met.

[0034] Furthermore, when the wetting mode is triggered or the wetting mode ends, and after a predetermined time has elapsed and the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned stored in the cleaning machine is still no greater than the second preset number, the second triggering condition is met.

[0035] Furthermore, the second triggering condition is met when the wetting mode is triggered or when a predetermined time has elapsed after the wetting mode ends.

[0036] Furthermore, when the wetting mode is triggered or the wetting mode ends, the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned stored in the cleaning machine is greater than the second preset number, the second triggering condition is met.

[0037] Furthermore, the scheduled time includes 6 to 10 hours.

[0038] Furthermore, the operating mode of the cleaning machine also includes a ventilation mode, which operates after the wetting mode has finished running.

[0039] Furthermore, the operating mode of the cleaning machine also includes a ventilation mode, which operates during the wetting mode; wherein, the ventilation mode operates during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium.

[0040] Furthermore, in the wetting mode, during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium, the ventilation system of the cleaning machine is controlled to operate.

[0041] Furthermore, during or after the operation of the wetting mode, the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism remains inside the cleaning machine.

[0042] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, a control method for a cleaning machine is provided, wherein the operating mode of the cleaning machine includes a wetting mode and a washing mode; the control method includes:

[0043] The cleaning machine is controlled to operate in a wetting mode, wherein, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned so that the kitchenware to be cleaned is moistened;

[0044] Within a predetermined time after the wetting mode is triggered or within a predetermined time after the wetting mode ends, the cleaning machine stops operating or enters a standby state.

[0045] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, a control method for a cleaning machine is provided, wherein the operating mode of the cleaning machine includes a wetting mode and a washing mode; the control method includes:

[0046] The cleaning machine is controlled to operate in a wetting mode, wherein, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned so that the kitchenware to be cleaned is moistened;

[0047] The washing machine enters the washing mode only when the second triggering condition is met.

[0048] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, a cleaning machine control device is provided, wherein the control device performs the control method described in any of the foregoing aspects.

[0049] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, a cleaning machine is provided, wherein the cleaning machine includes the cleaning machine control device described in the foregoing aspect.

[0050] Furthermore, the cleaning machine includes a control panel, which includes control buttons corresponding to the wetting mode.

[0051] Furthermore, the cleaning machine includes a dishwasher, and when the kitchen utensils to be cleaned are placed on the basket of the cleaning machine, the first preset mechanism includes a spray arm above the basket.

[0052] Furthermore, the cleaning machine includes a dishwasher having at least two spray arms arranged vertically, and the first preset mechanism includes the upper spray arm.

[0053] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, a terminal device is provided, wherein the terminal device is used to control a cleaning machine to operate in a wetting mode, wherein in the wetting mode, a first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned so as to wet the kitchenware to be cleaned.

[0054] Furthermore, the terminal device includes a mobile terminal and / or a home appliance that communicates with the cleaning machine.

[0055] The beneficial effects of this application embodiment are: by setting a wetting mode independent of the washing mode, kitchen utensils can be washed in batches, which can save water and electricity consumption.

[0056] Specific embodiments of this application are disclosed in detail with reference to the following description and accompanying drawings, indicating how the principles of this application can be adopted. It should be understood that the embodiments of this application are not limited in scope. Within the spirit and scope of the appended claims, embodiments of this application include many changes, modifications, and equivalents. Features described and / or shown for one embodiment may be used in the same or similar manner in one or more other embodiments, combined with features in other embodiments, or substituted for features in other embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0057] The accompanying drawings described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application in any way. Furthermore, the shapes and scales of the components in the drawings are merely illustrative to aid in understanding this application and do not specifically limit the shapes and scales of the components. Those skilled in the art, guided by the teachings of this application, can select various possible shapes and scales to implement this application according to specific circumstances.

[0058] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a control method for a cleaning machine in one embodiment of this application;

[0059] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a control method for a cleaning machine in one embodiment of this application;

[0060] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a control method for a cleaning machine in one embodiment of this application;

[0061] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a control method for a cleaning machine in one embodiment of this application;

[0062] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the control device configuration in one embodiment of this application;

[0063] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the cleaning mechanism in one embodiment of this application;

[0064] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the terminal device configuration in another embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0065] The technical solution of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be understood that these embodiments are only used to illustrate this application and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. After reading this application, any modifications of this application by those skilled in the art in various equivalent forms fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

[0066] In the embodiments of this application, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used to distinguish different elements by name, but do not indicate the spatial arrangement or chronological order of these elements, and these elements should not be limited by these terms. The term "and / or" includes any one or more of the terms listed in association and all combinations thereof. The terms "comprising," "including," "having," etc., refer to the presence of the stated features, elements, components, or assemblies, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, elements, components, or assemblies.

[0067] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is referred to as being "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0068] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0069] This application provides a control method for a cleaning machine. Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the control method of the cleaning machine in an embodiment of this application, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the control method includes:

[0070] 101, Control the cleaning machine to operate in a wetting mode, wherein, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned so that the kitchenware to be cleaned is wetted;

[0071] 102. After the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends, the washing machine does not automatically enter the washing mode.

[0072] The control method of this application embodiment is applied to a cleaning machine, which can be a dishwasher, for cleaning kitchen utensils and other items to be cleaned. The kitchen utensils include at least: storage containers (storage boxes), washing utensils, food preparation utensils, cooking utensils (pots, pans, spatulas), and dining utensils (bowls, plates, dishes, chopsticks). In addition, the cleaning machine can also be used to clean items of the same or similar size and structure as the kitchen utensils. In the embodiments of this application, a dishwasher is mainly used as an example for explanation. Other similar application scenarios can be referred to in the embodiments of this application, and will not be elaborated here.

[0073] In this embodiment, the washing machine's operating mode includes a washing mode. The washing mode cleans the kitchenware to be washed. Washing modes are typically divided into intensive wash, standard wash, and quick wash modes, each applicable to different scenarios. For example, intensive wash is suitable for heavily soiled dishes or a large number of dishes; standard wash is suitable for moderately soiled dishes after meals; and quick wash is suitable for lightly soiled dishes or a small number of dishes. Each washing mode may include pre-wash, main wash, and rinsing programs, and optionally, a drying and disinfection program. In the pre-wash program, the washing machine pre-rinses the kitchenware and drains the water. In the main wash program, a high-pressure stream heats the water while simultaneously dissolving dish soap, circulating and rinsing the dishes, and then draining the wastewater. In the rinsing program, cold water can be used to rinse the dishes. In the drying and disinfection program, rinser can be added to the water to rinse the dishes, drain the wastewater, and then the drying system quickly dries the dishes. The operating parameters such as time, water temperature, and water consumption for the pre-wash, main wash, and rinsing programs in each washing mode may be the same or different.

[0074] In this embodiment, the operating mode of the cleaning machine also includes a wetting mode. In the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned, so that the kitchenware is moistened. Wetting can also be replaced by dampness, humidification, moisturizing, or humidification. The effect of the wetting mode is similar to the humidification mode of a humidifier, which can increase the humidity of the kitchenware to be cleaned. In the wetting mode, after the wetting medium comes into contact with the kitchenware to be cleaned, the wetting medium will adhere to the surface of the kitchenware to be cleaned or penetrate into the contaminants, which can improve the situation where the contaminants are dried on a small amount of kitchenware. However, during and after the operation of the wetting mode, the kitchenware to be cleaned is only kept moist and not washed, that is, the kitchenware to be cleaned is still in a dirty (unclean) state. In contrast, in the washing mode, after the washing medium comes into contact with the kitchenware to be cleaned, the contaminants will be detached from the surface of the kitchenware to be cleaned along with the washing medium. That is, after the washing mode is completed, the contaminants on the kitchenware to be cleaned will be washed away, and the kitchenware to be cleaned will be in a clean state. In other words, in the wetting mode, most of the contaminants on the kitchenware to be cleaned will not be rinsed away and will remain on the kitchenware. However, the contaminants on the kitchenware to be cleaned will be in a wet state, which slows down the drying of contaminants on the surface of the kitchenware. Thus, by setting the wetting mode, kitchenware can be washed in a holistic manner with zero residue, which can save water and electricity. Moreover, since the contaminants are in a wet state, it can prevent food residue from drying out and becoming difficult to clean in the washing mode.

[0075] It should be noted that the mode names "wetting mode" and "washing mode" above are only illustrative examples, and the embodiments of this application are not intended to be limiting.

[0076] In some embodiments, the wetting mode and the washing mode are independent operating modes. When the washing machine is running in the wetting mode, a first preset mechanism supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned. When the washing mode is running, a second preset mechanism supplies a cleaning medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned. The wetting medium and the cleaning medium may be the same or different. The first preset mechanism and the second preset mechanism may be the same mechanism or have different structures.

[0077] In some embodiments, in wetting mode, the wetting medium includes steam and / or water and / or water mixed with detergent, and the first preset mechanism includes one or more spraying mechanisms, one or more steam generating mechanisms, or one or more spraying mechanisms disposed within the washing machine. The aforementioned first preset mechanism may be located above and / or below and / or to the side of the dishwasher basket, etc., and this application embodiment is not intended to limit it.

[0078] For example, the first preset mechanism may be one or more spraying mechanisms installed within the cleaning machine. Each spraying mechanism includes a spray arm and may also include a water pump and pipeline connected to the spray arm. The first preset mechanism may be located above the basket (above the kitchenware to be cleaned), thereby enabling the supply of a wetting medium to kitchenware placed at any position within the cleaning machine. However, this embodiment is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. For example, when the first preset mechanism includes multiple spraying mechanisms, these multiple spraying mechanisms may be located above or below the basket. The wetting medium may be water and / or water mixed with detergent. Based on the pressure provided by the water pump, the wetting medium in the pipeline is sprayed onto the kitchenware through the spray arm. When the wetting medium is water mixed with detergent, a detergent storage unit may be provided at the inlet or outlet of the pipeline. After water enters the pipeline, the detergent mixes with the water to form the wetting medium.

[0079] For example, the first preset mechanism may be one or more steam generating mechanisms or spraying mechanisms disposed within the cleaning machine. This first preset mechanism may be located above the basket (above the kitchenware to be cleaned), but this embodiment is not intended to limit it. The wetting medium may be steam (or water mist). The steam generating mechanism includes a nozzle, a heating element, a motor, and piping. Water in the piping is heated to generate steam, which is then sprayed onto the kitchenware to be cleaned via the motor and nozzle. The spraying mechanism may include a nozzle, an oscillator, and piping. Water mist is generated through high-frequency oscillation and sprayed onto the kitchenware to be cleaned via the nozzle. The specific structures of the steam generating mechanism and spraying mechanism described above are merely examples, and this embodiment is not intended to limit them.

[0080] In some embodiments, during the washing mode, the specific types of the cleaning medium and the second preset mechanism are related to the cleaning principle of the washing machine. For example, when the washing machine is a spray-type washing machine, the cleaning medium includes water and / or water mixed with detergent. The second preset mechanism includes one or more spraying mechanisms disposed within the washing machine. Each spraying mechanism includes a spray arm. In addition, it may also include a water pump and pipeline connected to the spray arm. Based on the pressure provided by the water pump, the cleaning medium is sprayed onto the kitchenware through the spray arm. When the cleaning medium is water mixed with detergent, the washing machine also includes a dishwashing powder (block / agent) area, a rinse aid area, etc. After water enters the pipeline, it mixes with the dishwashing powder (block / agent) and rinse aid to form the cleaning medium. As for cleaning media and second preset mechanisms under other cleaning principles, please refer to relevant technologies, which will not be listed here.

[0081] In some embodiments, the first preset mechanism and the second preset mechanism may be the same mechanism or different mechanisms. For example, the second preset mechanism may be a first spraying mechanism disposed above the basket of the cleaning machine, and the first preset mechanism may also be the same first spraying mechanism, or it may be a second spraying mechanism disposed above the basket of the cleaning machine that is different from the first spraying mechanism; or, the second preset mechanism may be two first spraying mechanisms disposed above and below the basket of the cleaning machine, and the first preset mechanism may also be the same two first spraying mechanisms, or it may be one of the first spraying mechanisms (e.g., the one above), or it may be a second spraying mechanism that is different from the two first spraying mechanisms; or, the second preset mechanism may be a first spraying mechanism disposed above the basket of the cleaning machine or two first spraying mechanisms disposed above and below the basket of the cleaning machine, and the first preset mechanism may be a steam generating mechanism or a spraying mechanism. The number and position of the above spraying mechanisms, steam generating mechanisms, and spraying mechanisms are not intended to limit the embodiments of this application, and will not be described in detail here.

[0082] In some embodiments, the operating parameters of the cleaning machine in the wetting mode are different from those in the washing mode. These operating parameters include the water inlet volume, spraying time, spraying cycle, power, spraying channel, spraying angle, and wetting medium temperature of the first preset mechanism, which will be described below.

[0083] In some embodiments, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism is controlled to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned only once, or to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned at least twice (N times) at predetermined intervals. The predetermined interval is not greater than a cycle threshold, for example, the cycle threshold can be set to 40 minutes.

[0084] In some embodiments, in the wetting mode, the total amount of wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned is controlled to be less than or equal to a first threshold, and / or the amount of wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned at one time is controlled to be less than or equal to a second threshold. The first threshold and / or the second threshold are less than a first standard value, where the first standard value is the amount of cleaning medium supplied by the cleaning machine to the kitchenware to be cleaned once or multiple times when the washing machine is running in the washing mode. That is, compared with the washing mode, in the wetting mode, only a small amount of wetting medium is supplied, achieving the purpose of water saving but wetting, and slowing down the drying of the surface of the kitchenware to be cleaned. The first threshold and the second threshold are set to achieve the purpose of wetting and slowing down drying.

[0085] For example, the first standard value is the amount of cleaning medium supplied to the kitchenware to be cleaned once when the cleaning machine is running in the washing mode, such as 3 liters. The first threshold can be set to 1 liter, and the second threshold can be set to 1 / N liters. In the wetting mode, the total amount of the wetting medium supplied to the kitchenware to be cleaned by the first preset mechanism (the sum of only one or more times) is less than or equal to 1 liter. In the wetting mode, if the first preset mechanism supplies the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned multiple times (N times) at predetermined intervals, the amount of the wetting medium supplied to the kitchenware to be cleaned by the first preset mechanism each time is less than or equal to 1 / N liters.

[0086] In some embodiments, in the wetting mode, the time for the first preset mechanism to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned is less than or equal to a third threshold. The third threshold is less than a second standard value, where the second standard value is the time the cleaning machine supplies the cleaning medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned when operating in the washing mode. The time for the first preset mechanism to supply the wetting medium can be the operating time of the water pump. That is, compared to the washing mode, in the wetting mode, the wetting medium is supplied only for a short time, achieving the purpose of saving water and electricity while still wetting, and slowing down the drying of the surface of the kitchenware to be cleaned. The third threshold is set to achieve both wetting and slowing down drying.

[0087] For example, the second standard value is the time it takes for the cleaning machine to supply the cleaning medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned when operating in the washing mode, such as 20 minutes. The third threshold can be set to 5 minutes. In the wetting mode, the time (only once or multiple times summed) for the first preset mechanism to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be clean is less than or equal to 5 minutes. Alternatively, in the wetting mode, the third threshold can be set to 5 / N minutes. If the first preset mechanism supplies the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be clean multiple times (N times) at predetermined intervals, then the time for the first preset mechanism to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be clean each time is less than or equal to 5 / N minutes.

[0088] In some embodiments, in the wetting mode, the temperature of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned is controlled to be greater than or equal to a fourth threshold. That is, compared with the washing mode, in the wetting mode, a high-temperature wetting medium (e.g., steam or water) is supplied to achieve the purpose of wetting and can remove odors or bacterial growth that may occur after long-term storage. For example, the fourth threshold can be set to 80°.

[0089] In some embodiments, in the wetting mode, the flow rate or pressure of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned is controlled to be less than or equal to a fifth threshold. The fifth threshold is less than a fourth standard value, which is the flow rate or pressure of the cleaning medium supplied by the cleaning machine to the kitchenware to be cleaned when the machine is running in the washing mode. That is, compared with the washing mode, in the wetting mode, since it is not necessary to rinse the kitchenware to be cleaned to remove most of the contaminants, the flow rate or pressure of the cleaning medium supplied does not need to be too high. The first preset mechanism supplies the wetting medium at a low power, achieving the purpose of saving water and electricity while wetting, and slowing down the drying of the surface of the kitchenware to be cleaned.

[0090] For example, the first preset mechanism is a spraying mechanism, which includes a water pump. By controlling the power of the water pump to be less than the power of the water pump that supplies the cleaning medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned when the cleaning machine is running in the washing mode, the flow rate or pressure of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned is less than or equal to a fifth threshold.

[0091] In some embodiments, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism located at a predetermined position supplies the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned. This predetermined position may be above the basket rack. For example, the second preset mechanism may be two first spray mechanisms located above and below the basket rack within the cleaning machine, and the first preset mechanism may also be these two first spray mechanisms. The first preset mechanism located above supplies the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned. Optionally, the predetermined position (spray channel) can be selected according to the placement of the kitchenware to be cleaned. For example, when the kitchenware to be cleaned is placed on the upper basket rack, the predetermined position is the upper first spray mechanism; when the kitchenware to be cleaned is placed on the lower basket rack, the predetermined position is the lower first spray mechanism. Further examples are not provided here.

[0092] In some embodiments, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism is controlled to supply the wetting medium only toward the kitchenware to be cleaned. For example, when the spray arm is rotating and spraying, the spray arm can be fixed in the direction toward the kitchenware to be cleaned, and the wetting medium can be supplied only toward the kitchenware to be cleaned; when multiple water outlets are provided on the spray arm, the wetting medium is sprayed only through the water outlets toward the kitchenware to be cleaned.

[0093] In some embodiments, in the wetting mode, during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium, the ventilation system of the cleaning machine is controlled to operate, thereby removing odors and preventing bacterial growth. The ventilation system can be a fan. Controlling the operation of the cleaning machine's ventilation system includes controlling the ventilation system to operate for a first preset time or at intervals of a second preset time. For example, in the wetting mode, when the first preset mechanism supplies the wetting medium only once, the fan can be controlled to operate for a first preset time or at intervals of a second preset time after the first preset mechanism finishes supplying the wetting medium once; or, when the first preset mechanism supplies the wetting medium at predetermined intervals, the fan can be controlled to operate for a first preset time during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium after each supply, where the predetermined interval is longer than the first preset time; or, when the first preset mechanism supplies the wetting medium at predetermined intervals, the fan can be controlled to operate for a first preset time or at intervals of a second preset time during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium after N supplies of the wetting medium have been completed. Examples are not provided here.

[0094] In some embodiments, the ventilation mode can be independent of the wetting mode. That is, the operating mode of the cleaning machine also includes a ventilation mode, which operates after the wetting mode has finished operating (running for a first preset time or at intervals of a second preset time). Alternatively, the ventilation mode operates during the operation of the wetting mode; wherein, the ventilation mode operates during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium. For example, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism supplies the wetting medium at predetermined intervals. During the operation of the wetting mode, during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium after each supply is completed, the fan can be controlled to run for a first preset time, where the predetermined interval is longer than the first preset time. Further examples are not provided here.

[0095] The above standard values ​​and thresholds are merely illustrative examples and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, the control of the various operating parameters in wetting mode can be implemented individually or in combination, and is not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0096] In some embodiments, during or after the operation of the wetting mode, the wetting medium (e.g., 1 liter of water) supplied by the first preset mechanism remains inside the washing machine. That is, the wetting medium used in the wetting mode is not discharged from the washing machine. In the wetting mode, after each supply of wetting medium, it remains inside the washing machine. During subsequent operation of the washing mode, the aforementioned wetting medium (e.g., 1 liter of water) can be reused as a washing medium, thereby further achieving water conservation.

[0097] The specific implementation of the wetting mode has been described above. The following explains how to trigger the operation of the wetting mode. In some embodiments, when a first triggering condition is met, the cleaning machine is controlled to operate in the wetting mode. This can be triggered manually or automatically.

[0098] For example, when a user triggers the first control unit, the first triggering condition is met, and the first control unit can communicate with the cleaning machine. This first control unit can be the control panel of the cleaning machine, a mobile terminal, or the control panel of other home appliances. The first control unit communicates with the cleaning machine via wired or wireless means. When the user triggers the button associated with the "wetting mode" on the first control unit, it controls the cleaning machine to operate in the wetting mode.

[0099] For example, the first triggering condition is met when the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned in the washing machine is less than or equal to a first preset number (determined as needed). The number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned in the washing machine can be detected by a sensor or obtained by manual input by the user. When using a sensor, the sensor may include a camera and / or lidar and / or infrared sensor and / or gravity sensor, etc., and the number and location of the sensor are not limited. For example, the kitchen utensils in the washing machine can be photographed by a camera to obtain an image of the utensils, and the number of utensils can be determined by an image recognition algorithm. Examples are not listed here. When the number of kitchen utensils is less than or equal to the first preset number, it indicates that there are few kitchen utensils to be cleaned, and the washing mode does not need to be run. The wetting mode can be triggered to keep the surface of the kitchen utensils moist and slow down the drying of dirt. In addition, the aforementioned sensor can also be used to identify the position of the kitchen utensils to be cleaned in the washing machine so as to control the first preset mechanism to supply the wetting medium only to the kitchen utensils to be cleaned.

[0100] In some embodiments, in step 102, the washing machine does not automatically enter the washing mode after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends. That is, the wetting mode and the washing mode are completely independent modes; the wetting mode can operate independently, or the operation of the wetting mode does not necessarily trigger the operation of the washing mode. The "pre-wash" mode in existing methods can also be considered a procedure of the washing mode; that is, after the pre-wash mode ends, the washing mode will automatically start immediately. In contrast, in this embodiment, the washing machine does not automatically enter the washing mode after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends; or, the washing machine does not immediately enter the washing mode after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends. The washing mode can be entered when a second triggering condition is met. This can be triggered manually and / or automatically.

[0101] For example, when a user triggers the second control unit, the second triggering condition is met, and the second control unit can communicate with the washing machine. This second control unit can be the control panel of the washing machine, a mobile device, or the control panel of other home appliances. The second control unit communicates with the washing machine via wired or wireless means. When the user triggers the button associated with the "washing mode" on the second control unit, it controls the washing machine to operate in that washing mode. The second control unit and the first control unit can be the same device or different devices; this application embodiment is not intended to limit this.

[0102] In some embodiments, it can be determined whether the second triggering condition is met based on a predetermined time and / or the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned, or in other words, whether the washing mode can be entered.

[0103] For example, the second triggering condition is met when the wetting mode is triggered or when a predetermined time has elapsed after the wetting mode ends. That is, after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends, the washing machine will not immediately and automatically enter the washing mode, but will enter the washing mode only after a predetermined time has elapsed.

[0104] For example, the second triggering condition is met when the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned in the washing machine exceeds a second preset number after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends. That is, after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends, the washing machine will not immediately and automatically enter the washing mode, but will only enter the washing mode after the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned in the washing machine exceeds the second preset number (the user has put in new kitchen utensils to be cleaned). The method for determining the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned is as described above and will not be repeated here. The second preset number is greater than the first preset number, and the value of the second preset number can be determined as needed. This embodiment of the application does not use this as a limitation.

[0105] For example, when the wetting mode is triggered or ends, if a predetermined time has elapsed and the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned is still no greater than a second preset number, the second triggering condition is met. That is, after the wetting mode is triggered or ends, the washing machine will not immediately and automatically enter the washing mode, but will only enter the washing mode after the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned exceeds the second preset number and a predetermined time has elapsed.

[0106] In some embodiments, it can be determined whether the second triggering condition is met, or in other words, whether the washing mode can be entered, by combining manual and automatic methods.

[0107] For example, if the washing mode is not triggered by the user after a predetermined time has elapsed since the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends, the second triggering condition is met. That is, the washing machine will not automatically enter the washing mode after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends. It will only enter the washing mode when the user triggers the second control unit, and will also enter the washing mode if the user does not trigger it after the predetermined time has elapsed.

[0108] In the above embodiments, the predetermined time can be determined based on the interval between two or three meals. This predetermined time is much longer than the operation time of the washing mode, for example, the predetermined time includes 6 to 10 hours. That is to say, the interval between the operation of the wetting mode and the washing mode is much longer than the operation time of the washing mode, meaning that the wetting mode and the washing mode are completely independent operating modes.

[0109] In some embodiments, after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends, the washing machine does not automatically enter the washing mode; instead, the washing machine stops operating or enters a standby state. That is, the washing machine stops operating or enters a standby state for a predetermined period after the wetting mode is triggered or for a predetermined period after the wetting mode ends. Additionally, during the operation of the wetting mode, the washing machine stops operating or enters a standby state during the period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium.

[0110] For example, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism supplies the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned only once. After the supply is completed, the wetting mode ends. Within a predetermined time after the wetting mode ends, the cleaning machine stops running or is in standby mode until the first trigger condition is met to trigger the wetting mode to run again, or the second trigger condition is met to run the washing mode.

[0111] For example, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism supplies wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned multiple times. After each supply is completed, during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium, the cleaning machine stops running or is in standby mode until the first preset mechanism supplies wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned again. After multiple supplies are completed, the wetting mode ends. During the predetermined time after the wetting mode ends, the cleaning machine stops running or is in standby mode until the first trigger condition is met to trigger the re-run of the wetting mode, or the second trigger condition is met to run the washing mode.

[0112] Since the wetting mode and the washing mode are completely independent operating modes, the washing machine can stop operating or enter standby mode during the interval between the operation of the wetting mode and the washing mode, which can also achieve the purpose of saving electricity.

[0113] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a control method for a cleaning machine in an embodiment of this application, as shown below. Figure 2 As shown, the control method includes:

[0114] 201, Control the cleaning machine to operate in a wetting mode, wherein, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned so that the kitchenware to be cleaned is moistened;

[0115] 202. Within a predetermined time after the wetting mode is triggered or within a predetermined time after the wetting mode ends, the cleaning machine stops operating or enters a standby state.

[0116] In some embodiments, during the operation of the wetting mode, the cleaning machine stops operating or is in standby mode during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium.

[0117] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a control method for a cleaning machine in an embodiment of this application, as shown below. Figure 3 As shown, the control method includes:

[0118] 301, Control the cleaning machine to operate in a wetting mode, wherein, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned so that the kitchenware to be cleaned is moistened;

[0119] 302. The washing machine enters the washing mode only when the second triggering condition is met.

[0120] The implementation methods for steps 201-202 and 301-302 can be referred to steps 101-102, and will not be repeated here. It should be noted that steps 102, 202, and 302 are implemented individually, or at least in combination, and this application embodiment does not intend to limit them. In addition, 201 and 202 can be controlled by the same or different control devices, and 301 and 302 can be controlled by the same or different control devices, and this application embodiment does not intend to limit them.

[0121] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a control method for a cleaning machine according to an embodiment of this application, as shown below. Figure 4 As shown, the control method includes:

[0122] 401. Determine if the first trigger condition is met. If it is met, execute 402; otherwise, execute 403.

[0123] 402, Control the cleaning machine to operate in a wetting mode, wherein, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned so that the kitchenware to be cleaned is moistened;

[0124] 403, determine if the second trigger condition is met; if so, execute 404.

[0125] 404, Control the cleaning machine to operate in washing mode.

[0126] In some embodiments, in 403, it can be determined whether the second triggering condition is met after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends. If the second triggering condition is not met after the wetting mode ends, the washing machine stops running or enters a standby state and does not automatically enter the washing mode. During the operation after the wetting mode is triggered, if the second triggering condition is not met, the washing machine stops running or enters a standby state during the time period during which the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium.

[0127] The implementation methods of 401-404 above can refer to the aforementioned steps 101-102, 201-202, 301-302, and the repeated parts will not be described again.

[0128] It is worth noting that the above appendix Figures 1 to 4 The embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and are not limited thereto. For example, the execution order of various operations can be appropriately adjusted, and additional operations can be added or some operations can be removed. Those skilled in the art can make appropriate modifications based on the above description, and are not limited to the above-described embodiments. Figures 1 to 4 The records.

[0129] As can be seen from the above embodiments, by setting a wetting mode independent of the washing mode, kitchen utensils can be washed in batches, which can save water and electricity.

[0130] This application also provides a control device for a cleaning machine. Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the control device configuration of the cleaning machine in the embodiments of this application, as shown below. Figure 5 As shown, the control device 500 in this embodiment may include: at least one interface ( Figure 5 (Not shown in the diagram), processor (e.g., central processing unit (CPU)) 501, memory 502; memory 502 is coupled to processor 501. Memory 502 can store various data (e.g., various preset values, thresholds, trigger conditions in the foregoing embodiments); it also stores program 503 and executes program 503 under the control of processor 501.

[0131] In some embodiments, the processor 501 can implement the control method described in the foregoing embodiments. For example, the processor 501 can be configured to control the cleaning machine to operate in a wetting mode, wherein in the wetting mode, a first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned so that the kitchenware to be cleaned is moistened.

[0132] In some embodiments, the processor 501 may be configured to: allow the washing machine to enter the washing mode only when a second triggering condition is met; and / or, control the washing machine to stop operating or enter a standby state within a predetermined time after the wetting mode is triggered or within a predetermined time after the wetting mode ends; and / or, allow the washing machine not to automatically enter the washing mode after the wetting mode is triggered or after the wetting mode ends.

[0133] Other implementations of the processor 501 can be found in the foregoing embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0134] It is worth noting that the control device 500 may also include a sensor 504, for example, for parameters such as the quantity and location of the kitchen utensils to be cleaned, and for sending sensor signals to the processor 501, or it may not necessarily include such a sensor. Figure 5 All components shown; in addition, the control device 500 may also include Figure 5 Components not shown in the document, such as communication modules, are used to communicate with other control units (first control unit and second control unit). For details, please refer to relevant technologies. They will not be listed here.

[0135] In the embodiments of this application, the processor 501 is sometimes also referred to as a controller, operation control, or central controller, and may include a microprocessor or other processor device and / or logic device. The processor 501 receives input and controls the operation of various components of the control device 500.

[0136] In this embodiment, the memory 502 may be one or more of a cache, flash memory, hard drive, removable medium, volatile memory, non-volatile memory, or other suitable means. It can store various types of information, and also programs for executing that information. The processor 501 can execute the program stored in the memory 502 to perform information storage or processing, etc. The functions of other components are similar to those in existing systems and will not be described further here. The components of the control device 500 can be implemented using dedicated hardware, firmware, software, or a combination thereof, without departing from the scope of this application.

[0137] For example, when the control device is applied to a cleaning machine, the processor 501 can be configured separately from the processor (central controller) of the original cleaning machine. For example, the processor 501 can be configured as a chip connected to the processor (central controller) of the original cleaning machine, and the two can control each other. Alternatively, the function of the processor 501 can be integrated into the processor (central controller) of the original cleaning machine. This application embodiment is not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

[0138] As can be seen from the above embodiments, by setting a wetting mode independent of the washing mode, kitchen utensils can be washed in batches, which can save water and electricity.

[0139] This application also provides a cleaning machine. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the cleaning machine in an embodiment of this application, as shown below. Figure 6 As shown, the cleaning machine 600 includes the control device 500 in the aforementioned embodiments, and the details will not be repeated here.

[0140] In some embodiments, the washing machine further includes a control panel 601, which includes control buttons corresponding to the wetting mode. The implementation of this control panel can be referred to the aforementioned first and second control units, and will not be repeated here. Users can use the control panel to trigger the wetting mode and washing mode (or, in other words, the control panel triggers the control device 500 to control the operation of the wetting mode and washing mode). Alternatively, the wetting mode and washing mode can also be triggered by the terminal device described later (or, in other words, the terminal device triggers the control device 500 to control the operation of the wetting mode and washing mode), or, automatically triggered when the triggering conditions are met (or, in other words, the control device 500 automatically controls the operation of the wetting mode and washing mode when it determines that the triggering conditions are met), and will not be repeated here.

[0141] In some embodiments, the cleaning machine may be a dishwasher, and the cleaning machine further includes a basket (not shown), a first preset mechanism 602, and a second preset mechanism (not shown), wherein the first preset mechanism and the second preset mechanism may be the same mechanism or different mechanisms. The implementation of the first preset mechanism and the second preset mechanism has been described above and will not be repeated here.

[0142] For example, when the kitchen utensils to be cleaned are placed on the basket of the dishwasher, the first preset mechanism includes a spray arm (second preset mechanism) above the basket. Alternatively, the dishwasher has at least two spray arms (second preset mechanisms) arranged vertically, and the first preset mechanism includes the upper spray arm.

[0143] It is worth noting that the cleaning machine 600 may also include Figure 6 For components not shown in the document, please refer to relevant technologies; they will not be listed here.

[0144] This application also provides a terminal device. Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the terminal device in an embodiment of this application, such as... Figure 7 As shown, the terminal device 700 is used to control the cleaning machine to operate in a wetting mode, wherein, in the wetting mode, a first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned to moisten the kitchenware. For example, the terminal device includes a mobile terminal and / or a home appliance that communicates with the cleaning machine.

[0145] like Figure 7 As shown, the terminal device 700 in this embodiment may include: at least one interface ( Figure 7 (Not shown in the diagram), a processor (e.g., a central processing unit (CPU)) 701, and a memory 702; the memory 702 is coupled to the processor 701. The memory 702 can store various data (e.g., various preset values, thresholds, and trigger conditions in the foregoing embodiments); it also stores a program 703, and executes the program 703 under the control of the processor 701.

[0146] In some embodiments, the processor 701 can implement the control method described in the foregoing embodiments. For example, the processor 701 can be configured to control the cleaning machine to operate in a wetting mode, wherein, in the wetting mode, a first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned so that the kitchenware to be cleaned is moistened.

[0147] In some embodiments, the processor 701 may be configured to control the washing machine to enter the washing mode only when a second triggering condition is met.

[0148] In some embodiments, when the terminal device is a mobile terminal, an APP can be pre-installed in the mobile terminal as a first control unit and / or a second control unit. Users can use the APP of the mobile terminal to trigger the wetting mode and the washing mode (or the APP of the mobile terminal triggers the control device 500 of the washing machine to control the operation of the wetting mode and the washing mode).

[0149] In some embodiments, when the terminal device is another home appliance, the control panel of the other home appliance serves as the first control unit and / or the second control unit. The user can use the control panel of the other home appliance to trigger the wetting mode and the washing mode (or the control panel of the other home appliance triggers the control device 500 of the washing machine to control the operation of the wetting mode and the washing mode).

[0150] It is worth noting that the terminal device 700 may also include Figure 7 Components not shown in the document, such as the communication module, are used to communicate with the cleaning machine. For details, please refer to relevant technologies. They will not be listed here.

[0151] In the embodiments of this application, the processor 701, sometimes also referred to as a controller, operation control, or central controller, may include a microprocessor or other processor device and / or logic device. The processor 701 receives input and controls the operation of various components of the terminal device 700.

[0152] In this embodiment, the memory 702 may be one or more of a cache, flash memory, hard drive, removable medium, volatile memory, non-volatile memory, or other suitable means. It can store various types of information, and also programs for executing that information. The processor 701 can execute the program stored in the memory 702 to perform information storage or processing, etc. The functions of other components are similar to those in existing systems and will not be described further here. The components of the terminal device 700 can be implemented using dedicated hardware, firmware, software, or a combination thereof, without departing from the scope of this application.

[0153] This application also provides a computer program, wherein when the program is executed in a control device or a cleaning machine, the program causes the control device or the cleaning machine to perform the control method described in the foregoing embodiments.

[0154] This application also provides a storage medium storing a computer program, wherein the computer program causes a control device or a cleaning machine to perform the control method described in the foregoing embodiments.

[0155] The data transmission apparatus described in conjunction with the embodiments of this application can be directly embodied in hardware, software modules executed by a processor, or a combination of both. For example, one or more and / or combinations of one or more functional block diagrams shown in the figures can correspond to either software modules in a computer program flow or hardware modules. These software modules can respectively correspond to... Figures 1 to 4 The steps are shown. These hardware modules can be implemented by embedding these software modules, for example, using a field-programmable gate array (FPGA).

[0156] The software module can reside in RAM memory, flash memory, ROM memory, EPROM memory, EEPROM memory, registers, hard disk, removable disk, CD-ROM, or any other form of storage medium known in the art. A storage medium can be coupled to the processor, enabling the processor to read information from and write information to the storage medium; or the storage medium can be an integral part of the processor. The processor and storage medium can reside in an ASIC. The software module can be stored in the memory of the information processing system or in a memory card that can be inserted into the information processing system.

[0157] One or more of the functional block diagrams and / or combinations thereof described in the figures can be implemented as a general-purpose processor, digital signal processor (DSP), application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), field-programmable gate array (FPGA) or other programmable logic device, discrete gate or transistor logic device, discrete hardware component, or any suitable combination thereof for performing the functions described in this application. One or more of the functional block diagrams and / or combinations thereof described in the figures can also be implemented as a combination of computing devices, such as a combination of a DSP and a microprocessor, multiple microprocessors, one or more microprocessors in communication with a DSP, or any other such configuration.

[0158] The present application has been described above with reference to specific embodiments. However, those skilled in the art should understand that these descriptions are exemplary and not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present application. Those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to the present application based on its spirit and principles, and these modifications and variations are also within the scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A control method for a cleaning machine, characterized in that, The operating modes of the cleaning machine include a wetting mode, a washing mode, and a ventilation mode. The wetting mode is an operating mode independent of the washing mode. The washing mode includes at least a pre-wash and a main wash program. The control method includes: The cleaning machine is controlled to operate in a wetting mode, wherein, in the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism of the cleaning machine supplies a wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned at least twice at predetermined intervals to make the kitchenware to be cleaned wet, and the kitchenware to be cleaned is kept only wet and not washed. After the wetting mode ends, the washing machine does not automatically enter the washing mode. The washing machine only enters the washing mode when the second trigger condition is met. The second trigger condition is met when the user triggers the second control unit. Within a predetermined time after the wetting mode is triggered or within a predetermined time after the wetting mode ends, the cleaning machine stops operating or enters a standby state until the second triggering condition is met. In the wetting mode, during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium, the ventilation mode of the cleaning machine is controlled to operate. The operating parameters of the cleaning machine in the wetting mode are different from those of the pre-wash program in the washing mode. The operating parameters include at least the amount of the wetting medium supplied and / or the time for the first preset mechanism to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the wetting mode, the total amount of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned is controlled to be less than or equal to a first threshold, and / or the amount of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned at one time is controlled to be less than or equal to a second threshold.

3. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first threshold and / or the second threshold are less than a first standard value, where the first standard value is the amount of cleaning medium supplied to the kitchenware to be cleaned once or multiple times when the cleaning machine is running in the washing mode.

4. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the wetting mode, the time for the first preset mechanism to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned is less than or equal to a third threshold.

5. The method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The third threshold is less than the second standard value, where the second standard value is the time it takes for the cleaning machine to supply cleaning medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned when it is running in the washing mode.

6. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the wetting mode, the temperature of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned is greater than or equal to a fourth threshold.

7. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the wetting mode, the flow rate or pressure of the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism to the kitchenware to be cleaned is less than or equal to a fifth threshold.

8. The method according to claim 7, characterized in that, The fifth threshold is less than the fourth standard value, where the fourth standard value is the flow rate or pressure of the cleaning medium supplied to the kitchenware to be cleaned when the cleaning machine is running in the washing mode.

9. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism located at a predetermined position is controlled to supply the wetting medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned.

10. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the wetting mode, the first preset mechanism is controlled to supply the wetting medium only toward the kitchenware to be cleaned.

11. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wetting medium includes steam and / or water and / or water mixed with washing liquid.

12. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first preset mechanism is located in the space above the kitchen utensils to be cleaned.

13. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first preset mechanism includes one or more spraying mechanisms, one or more steam generating mechanisms, or one or more spraying mechanisms disposed within the cleaning machine.

14. The method according to claim 12, characterized in that, The first preset mechanism is a spraying mechanism, which includes a water pump, a spray arm, and pipelines.

15. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the cleaning machine is running in the washing mode, the second preset mechanism inside the cleaning machine supplies the cleaning medium to the kitchenware to be cleaned. The first preset mechanism and the second preset mechanism may be the same mechanism or different mechanisms.

16. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 15, characterized in that, When the first triggering condition is met, the cleaning machine is controlled to operate in the wetting mode.

17. The method according to claim 16, characterized in that, When the user triggers the first control unit, the first triggering condition is met, and the first control unit can communicate with the cleaning machine.

18. The method according to claim 16, characterized in that, The first triggering condition is met when the number of kitchen utensils to be cleaned stored in the cleaning machine is less than or equal to the first preset number.

19. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second control unit can communicate with the cleaning machine.

20. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The scheduled time includes 6 to 10 hours.

21. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, During or after the operation of the wetting mode, the wetting medium supplied by the first preset mechanism remains in the cleaning machine.

22. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The method further includes: During the operation of the wetting mode, the cleaning machine stops operating or enters a standby state during the time period when the first preset mechanism stops supplying the wetting medium.

23. A cleaning machine control device, characterized in that, The control device performs the control method according to any one of claims 1 to 22.

24. A cleaning machine, characterized in that, The cleaning machine includes the cleaning machine control device as described in claim 23.

25. The cleaning machine according to claim 24, characterized in that, The cleaning machine includes a control panel, which has control buttons corresponding to the wetting mode.

26. The cleaning machine according to claim 24, characterized in that, The cleaning machine includes a dishwasher, and when the kitchen utensils to be cleaned are placed on the basket of the cleaning machine, the first preset mechanism includes a spray arm above the basket.

27. The cleaning machine according to claim 24, characterized in that, The cleaning machine includes a dishwasher, which has at least two spray arms arranged vertically, and the first preset mechanism includes the upper spray arm.

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