Laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

The present application discloses a kind of clothes processing devices, the clothes processing device includes: front door, front door is formed with access opening;Door body, door body is arranged on front door for opening and closing access opening;Clothes anti-falling piece, clothes anti-falling piece is connected between front door and door body, clothes anti-falling piece can be converted between unfolded state and folded state, in unfolded state, clothes anti-falling piece unfolds and defines out storage area between door body and front door;Wherein, when door body opens access opening, clothes anti-falling piece switches to unfolded state, when door body closes access opening, clothes anti-falling piece switches to folded state.According to the clothes processing device of the present application, by being provided with the clothes anti-falling piece of unfoldable folding type between front door and door body, the unfolded clothes anti-falling piece defines out storage area between door body and front door, and user can directly place washing material in storage area;And when clothes anti-falling piece is folded and stored, neither space is occupied, nor appearance is affected.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a clothing processing device. Background Technology

[0002] Unlike in Europe and America, where washing machines are often placed in kitchens or laundry rooms, most washing machines in China are located on balconies. Therefore, after washing, clothes are usually taken out of the washing machine and hung to dry simultaneously, rarely being transferred to a basket. This often results in clothes being pulled out and falling to the ground, re-soaking freshly washed garments. Currently, most washing machines on the market lack a garment placement device, especially front-loading models. Furthermore, the common practice of taking clothes out of the machine and hanging them to dry, rather than transferring them to a basket, makes it easy for small items like socks and larger items like trouser legs to be pulled out and fall to the ground. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention provides a clothing handling device that defines a storage area between the washing machine door assembly and the front door, where users can place clothes to be dried without the need for basins or buckets for transportation, and also solves the problem of clothes accidentally falling to the ground when users are taking clothes out or putting them in.

[0004] According to the garment handling apparatus of the present invention, there are: a front sealing door having a loading / unloading opening formed thereon; a door body disposed on the front sealing door for opening and closing the loading / unloading opening; and a garment anti-falling member connected between the front sealing door and the door body, the garment anti-falling member being switchable between an unfolded state and a folded state. In the unfolded state, the garment anti-falling member unfolds and defines a storage area between the door body and the front sealing door; wherein, when the door body opens the loading / unloading opening, the garment anti-falling member is adapted to switch to the unfolded state, and when the door body closes the loading / unloading opening, the garment anti-falling member is adapted to switch to the folded state.

[0005] According to the garment handling device of the present invention, an unfoldable and foldable garment anti-fall device is provided between the door and the front sealing door of the garment handling device. The garment anti-fall device can switch between an unfolded state and a folded state. When the door is opened to retrieve the garment, the garment anti-fall device automatically unfolds. At this time, the garment anti-fall device is in the unfolded state, defining a storage area between the door and the front sealing door. The user can directly place laundry in the storage area without the need for other tools for transportation. When the door is closed to retrieve the garment, the garment anti-fall device automatically folds. At this time, the garment anti-fall device is in the folded state, and the folded basket does not occupy space or affect the appearance when stored.

[0006] In some embodiments, the door body is rotatably mounted on the front sealing door, and the clothing anti-fall device has a first end, a second end, and a third end. The first end is connected to the door body and / or the front sealing door and is arranged close to the pivot axis of the door body. The second end is connected to the door body and is arranged away from the pivot axis. The third end is connected to the front sealing door and is arranged away from the pivot axis.

[0007] In some embodiments, the clothing anti-fall device includes a plurality of mesh panels, which are stacked and connected together. One end of the plurality of mesh panels is formed as the first end, and the other ends of two mesh panels located at opposite ends of the stacking direction are respectively formed as the second end and the third end.

[0008] In some embodiments, the clothing anti-fall device further includes a connecting shaft, which is fixed to the door body or the front sealing door, and one end of each of the plurality of mesh panels is rotatably connected to the connecting shaft.

[0009] In some embodiments, the garment anti-fall device further includes a plurality of connectors, the other ends of two adjacent mesh panels are connected by the connectors, and the connectors are foldable in the stacking direction.

[0010] In some embodiments, a first rod and a second rod are provided, with one end of the first rod hinged to one end of the second rod, and the other ends of the first rod and the second rod respectively hinged to two adjacent mesh panels.

[0011] In some embodiments, in the unfolded state, the included angle between the first rod and the second rod toward the first end is less than 180°.

[0012] In some embodiments, the mesh is elongated and extends along a downwardly convex arc along its length.

[0013] In some embodiments, the mesh has perforations extending through it in the vertical direction.

[0014] In some embodiments, the second end is fixedly or detachably connected to the door body, and / or the third end is fixedly or detachably connected to the front sealing door.

[0015] In some embodiments, one of the second end and the door body is provided with a slot and the other is provided with a block, the block being held in the slot.

[0016] In some embodiments, the second end is formed with a locking hole, and the door body is provided with a buckle. The buckle is rotatable between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the buckle is adapted to pass through the locking hole, and in the second position, the buckle is adapted to hold the periphery of the locking hole.

[0017] In some embodiments, the garment anti-fall device is located on the lower periphery of the access opening.

[0018] In some embodiments, at least one of the door body and the front sealing door has a recessed receiving groove, and when the door body closes the access opening, the clothing anti-fall device is stored in the receiving groove.

[0019] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a clothing processing device according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An enlarged view of point A shown in the diagram; Figure 3 yes Figure 1 An enlarged view of point B shown in the diagram; Figure 4 yes Figure 1 An enlarged view of point C shown in the diagram; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the clothing processing apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention from another angle; Figure 6 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows how clothing anti-fall devices are stored on the door. Figure 7 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows the clothing anti-fall device stored on the front door. Figure 8 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the clothing anti-fall device when deployed; Figure 9 yes Figure 8 An enlarged schematic diagram of point D shown; Figure 10 yes Figure 1 The diagram shown illustrates the folding of the clothing anti-fall device. Figure 11 This is a partial enlarged view of a garment processing device according to an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the buckle is in a first position; Figure 12This is a partial enlarged view of a clothing processing device according to an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the buckle is in the second position.

[0021] Figure label: 100. Clothing processing device; 10. Front sealing door; 11. Retrieval and release opening; 20. Door body; 201. Slot; 202. Buckle; 30. Clothing anti-fall device; 301. First end; 302. Second end; 303. Third end; 31. Mesh; 311. Hole; 32. Connector; 321. First rod; 322. Second rod; 33. Locking block; 34. Locking hole; 35. Connecting hole; 41. First mounting base; 42. Second mounting base. Detailed Implementation

[0022] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0023] The following is for reference. Figures 1-12 A garment processing apparatus 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is described. The garment processing apparatus 100 of this embodiment may be a front-loading washing machine, a dryer, or a washer-dryer combo, etc.

[0024] like Figure 1 As shown, the clothing handling device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a door 20, a front sealing door 10, and a clothing anti-fall component 30.

[0025] A retrieval opening 11 is formed on the front sealing door 10; a door body 20 is provided on the front sealing door 10 for opening and closing the retrieval opening 11; a clothing anti-fall device 30 is connected between the front sealing door 10 and the door body 20, and the clothing anti-fall device 30 can switch between an unfolded state and a folded state. In the unfolded state, the clothing anti-fall device 30 unfolds and defines a storage area between the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10. In the folded state, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is folded and stored between the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10, or the clothing anti-fall device 30 is folded and stored on the door body 20, or the clothing anti-fall device 30 is folded and stored on the front sealing door 10; wherein, when the door body 20 opens the retrieval opening 11, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is adapted to switch to the unfolded state, and when the door body 20 closes the retrieval opening 11, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is adapted to switch to the folded state.

[0026] It should be noted that the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be manually switched between the unfolded and folded states, or a drive unit can be set to switch the clothing anti-fall device 30 between the unfolded and folded states. When the clothing anti-fall device 30 is driven by the drive unit, it can be connected to the door body 20, and the door body 20 can drive the clothing anti-fall device 30 to switch between the unfolded and folded states. Alternatively, a drive motor, electric support rod, or cylinder can be set to drive the clothing anti-fall device 30 to switch between the unfolded and folded states.

[0027] For example, when the door body 20 drives the clothing anti-fall device 30, the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be fixedly connected between the front sealing door 10 and the door body 20. When the door body 20 is opened, the door body 20 can drive one end of the clothing anti-fall device 30 to move synchronously, so as to unfold the clothing anti-fall device 30. When the door body 20 is closed, the door body 20 can push the clothing anti-fall device 30 to fold. In this way, without adding external power, the clothing anti-fall device 30 can switch between unfolded and folded states as the door body 20 is opened and closed. This method is not only simple in structure, but also improves the stability of the clothing anti-fall device 30 in the unfolded state.

[0028] For example, when the clothing anti-fall device 30 is manually driven, it can be installed on the door 20 or the front sealing door 10. When in use, the user can first open the door 20 and then manually unfold the clothing anti-fall device 30. At this point, the user can place the washed clothes in the designated area defined by the clothing anti-fall device 30 for convenient drying. A reusable connection method can be used to connect the clothing anti-fall device 30 between the front sealing door 10 and the door 20. For instance, when the clothing anti-fall device 30 needs to be used, it can be unfolded first, and then the connecting mechanism on the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be connected to the mating mechanisms on the door 20 and the front sealing door 10. Alternatively, one end of the connecting mechanism on the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be connected to the front sealing door 10 first, and then the other end of the connecting mechanism on the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be connected to the door 20. Therefore, the clothing anti-fall device 30 defines a storage area between the front door 10 and the door body 20. At this time, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is in the unfolded state. This method allows users to choose whether or not to use the clothing anti-fall device 30, giving users the right to choose and a better user experience.

[0029] For example, the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be controlled by an electric drive. When the door 20 opens the access port 11, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is opened by the electric drive, defining a storage area between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10 to catch clothing that may fall out of the access port 11. When the door 20 closes the access port 11, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is folded between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10 by the electric drive. This method is not only highly automated, but also simple to operate.

[0030] After the clothing handling device 100 of this embodiment finishes washing the clothes, the door 20 can be opened first, and the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be used to define a storage area between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10. Then, the clothes in the washing tub can be taken out and placed in the storage area before drying. In this way, clothes that need to be dried can be placed in the storage area without the need to use a basin or bucket for transportation; when the clothing anti-fall device 30 is unfolded, it can also catch clothes that are accidentally dropped. When the door 20 is closed, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is folded and stored between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10.

[0031] According to the clothing handling device 100 of the present invention, an unfoldable and foldable clothing anti-fall device 30 is provided between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10. The clothing anti-fall device 30 can switch between an unfolded state and a folded state. When the door 20 opens the access port 11, the clothing anti-fall device 30 automatically unfolds. At this time, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is in the unfolded state, defining a storage area between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10, which can solve the problem of clothing accidentally falling when the user takes out or puts down clothing. When the door 20 closes the access port 11, the clothing anti-fall device 30 automatically folds. At this time, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is in the folded state, which saves space and does not affect the appearance.

[0032] Preferably, the clothing fall arrestor 30 can be made of metal, plastic, or entirely of soft ropes and straps. Metal clothing fall arrestors 30 have high strength and load-bearing capacity, capable of catching heavy, accidentally dropped clothing and temporarily storing large quantities of clothing awaiting drying. Plastic clothing fall arrestors 30 not only address the issue of clothing falling to the ground when retrieving or placing clothes, but are also lightweight, easy to manufacture, and inexpensive. Clothing fall arrestors 30 made of soft ropes and straps, when unfolded, function as a mesh bag structure. Clothing fall arrestors 30 made of various materials are suitable for various clothing handling devices 100 and various usage scenarios, making them highly adaptable.

[0033] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 1 and Figure 5As shown, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is located on the lower periphery of the retrieval opening 11. Specifically, when the clothing anti-fall device 30 is folded, it is arranged along the length of the lower periphery of the retrieval opening 11; when the clothing anti-fall device 30 is unfolded, the first end 301 and the third end 303 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 are arranged on the lower periphery of the retrieval opening 11, and the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 unfolds with the door 20, defining a storage area between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10 for catching fallen clothing. Positioning the clothing anti-fall device 30 on the lower periphery of the retrieval opening 11 ensures that it can catch fallen clothing, maximizing its function.

[0034] Furthermore, at least one of the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10 has a recessed receiving groove. When the door body 20 closes the access opening 11, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is stored in the receiving groove. That is, the recessed receiving groove can be formed on the door body 20, on the front sealing door 10, or both the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10 have recessed receiving grooves. This arrangement can ensure the strength of the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10, and can also store the clothing anti-fall device 30 in the receiving groove without taking up space or affecting the closure of the access opening 11 of the door body 20.

[0035] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 1 As shown, the door body 20 is rotatably mounted on the front sealing door 10. The clothing anti-fall device 30 has a first end 301, a second end 302, and a third end 303. The first end 301 is connected to the door body 20 and / or the front sealing door 10 and is arranged near the pivot axis of the door body 20. The second end 302 is connected to the door body 20 and is arranged away from the pivot axis. The third end 303 is connected to the front sealing door 10 and is arranged away from the pivot axis. That is, near the pivot axis of the door body 20, the first end 301 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be connected only to the door body 20 or only to the front sealing door 10; or, the first end 301 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be connected to both the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10. When the door 20 is opened, it rotates relative to the pivot axis. The other end of the door 20 opposite to the pivot axis gradually moves away from the front sealing door 10. The second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 rotates with the door 20 and moves away from the front sealing door 10. At this time, the second end 302 and the third end 303 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 separate. When the door 20 is fully opened, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is in the unfolded state, defining a triangular or fan-shaped storage area between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10. In this way, this embodiment can switch the clothing anti-fall device 30 between the open and folded states by rotating the door 20. Therefore, the structure is simple and no external power is required.

[0036] According to some specific embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 1 and Figure 8 As shown, the clothing anti-fall device 30 includes multiple mesh panels 31, which are stacked and connected. One end of each mesh panel 31 forms a first end 301, and the other ends of two mesh panels 31 located at opposite ends of the stacking direction form a second end 302 and a third end 303, respectively. Thus, when the door 20 is closed, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is in a folded state, with the multiple mesh panels 31 folding or stacking sequentially along the stacking direction. When the door 20 is opened, the clothing anti-fall device 30 switches to an unfolded state, and the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 rotates with the door 20, causing the stacked mesh panels 31 to unfold orderly between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10. This design not only minimizes the space occupied by the clothing anti-fall device 30, making it easy to store, but also ensures that the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be unfolded smoothly.

[0037] In the above embodiment, the multiple mesh panels 31 can be stacked vertically or horizontally. When multiple connected mesh panels 31 are stacked vertically, the clothing anti-fall device 30 formed by this stacking arrangement, in the folded state, has multiple mesh panels 31 stacked sequentially from top to bottom for storage. In the unfolded state, at the first end 301 of the clothing anti-fall device 30, one end of the multiple mesh panels 31 is stacked sequentially from top to bottom. At the same time, the second end 302 and the third end 303 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 are spaced apart in the horizontal direction. At this time, the other ends of the multiple mesh panels 31 are arranged sequentially spaced between the second end 302 and the third end 303. The clothing anti-fall device 30 arranged vertically, in the unfolded state, has mesh panels 31 laid flat between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10. It can form a larger storage area with fewer mesh panels 31, which can hold more clothes that need to be dried, and can also reduce the risk of clothes accidentally falling to the ground from the access opening 11.

[0038] When multiple interconnected mesh panels 31 are stacked horizontally in sequence, this horizontally stacked clothing fall arrestor 30, in its folded state, has multiple mesh panels 31 stacked horizontally in sequence for storage. In its unfolded state, at the first end 301 of the clothing fall arrestor 30, one end of the multiple mesh panels 31 is arranged horizontally in sequence. At the same time, the second end 302 and the third end 303 of the clothing fall arrestor 30 are spaced apart horizontally. At this time, the other ends of the multiple mesh panels 31 are arranged horizontally between the second end 302 and the third end 303, and the arrangement density of one end of the multiple mesh panels 31 is less than the arrangement density of the other ends. In the unfolded state, adjacent mesh panels 31 can be arranged in a V-shape, forming a storage area between the door 20 and the front sealing door 10. The clothing fall arrestor 30 arranged horizontally has high load-bearing capacity and stability, can support heavier clothing, and improves the practicality of the clothing fall arrestor 30.

[0039] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 As shown, the clothing fall prevention device 30 also includes a connecting shaft, which is fixed to the door body 20 or the front sealing door 10. One end of each of the multiple mesh panels 31 is rotatably connected to the connecting shaft. In other words, the connecting shaft on the clothing fall prevention device 30 can be fixed to the door body 20 or the front sealing door 10, and the connecting shaft is connected to one end of each of the multiple mesh panels 31, allowing the multiple mesh panels 31 to rotate around the connecting shaft. This rotatable connection of one end of each of the multiple mesh panels 31 to the connecting shaft improves the overall integrity of the clothing fall prevention device 30, allowing the multiple mesh panels 31 of the clothing fall prevention device 30 to open in an orderly manner around the connecting shaft.

[0040] For example, the front sealing door 10 is provided with a first mounting base 41, which is fixedly connected to the front sealing door 10 by screws. A connecting shaft is provided on the first mounting base 41, and one end of a plurality of mesh panels 31 forms a connecting hole 35. The plurality of mesh panels 31 are rotatably sleeved on the connecting shaft through the connecting holes 35. In this way, when the clothing anti-fall device 30 is unfolded, the plurality of mesh panels 31 can rotate around the connecting shaft, and the plurality of mesh panels 31 open in an orderly manner, forming a storage area between the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10.

[0041] Furthermore, such as Figure 8 As shown, the clothing fall arrestor 30 also includes multiple connectors 32. The other ends of two adjacent mesh panels 31 are connected by connectors 32, and the connectors 32 are foldable in the stacking direction. The connection of the other ends of multiple adjacent mesh panels 31 on the clothing fall arrestor 30 through multiple connectors 32 enhances the overall integrity between adjacent mesh panels 31. Simultaneously, the connectors 32 are foldable in the stacking direction, allowing the clothing fall arrestor 30 to smoothly switch between an unfolded and folded state. Furthermore, the connectors 32 enhance the structural stability of the clothing fall arrestor 30, preventing damage when bearing heavy clothing and extending its service life.

[0042] Furthermore, such as Figure 8As shown, the connector 32 includes a first rod 321 and a second rod 322. One end of the first rod 321 is hinged to one end of the second rod 322, and the other ends of the first rod 321 and the second rod 322 are respectively hinged to two adjacent mesh panels 31. In other words, the connector 32 is composed of the hinged first rod 321 and second rod 322, and the connector 32 is also connected to the two adjacent mesh panels 31 by hinges. When the door 20 is opened, the door 20 drives the clothing anti-fall device 30 to unfold. Specifically, the door 20 drives the mesh panel 31 at the second end 302 to move. The mesh panel 31 at the second end 302, through the first rod 321 and the second rod 322, sequentially drives the connected mesh panels 31 to move. At this time, the first rod 321 and the second rod 322 rotate relative to each other. As the door 20 is closed, the door 20 drives the clothing anti-fall device 30 to fold. During the folding process, the first rod 321 and the second rod 322 rotate relative to each other, the angle between them decreases, and the distance between the other ends of adjacent mesh panels 31 gradually decreases until the mesh panels 31 are fully stacked. This allows the clothing anti-fall device 30 to unfold and fold while maintaining its integrity and overall structural strength.

[0043] Furthermore, such as Figure 8 As shown, in the unfolded state, the angle between the first rod 321 and the second rod 322 facing the first end 301 is less than 180°. Maintaining an angle of less than 180° between the first rod 321 and the second rod 322 prevents them from jamming together, allowing for continuous relative movement. This ensures that the clothing fall arrestor 30 can smoothly switch between the unfolded and folded states, reducing its failure rate and improving its reliability. For example, the angles between the first rod 321 and the second rod 322 facing the first end 301 can be 150°, 160°, or 170°.

[0044] Furthermore, such as Figure 8 and Figure 10 As shown, the mesh 31 is elongated and extends along a downward-convex arc in its length direction. When the clothing anti-fall device 30 is unfolded, the elongated mesh 31 can reduce the gap between two adjacent meshes 31, while defining a larger storage area in the length direction of the mesh strip; the downward-convex arc of the mesh 31 allows it to fit the shape of the loading and unloading opening 11, which facilitates the receiving of clothing and prevents clothing from falling off the clothing anti-fall device 30.

[0045] Furthermore, such as Figure 8 As shown, the mesh 31 has perforations 311 extending through it in the vertical direction. This reduces weight and material usage. The perforations 311 on the mesh 31 reduce its weight, and because the mesh 31 on the garment anti-fall device 30 extends along a downward-convex arc, it easily catches clothing and prevents it from falling off.

[0046] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 1 As shown, the second end 302 and the third end 303 of the clothing anti-fall component 30 have various connection methods and connection combinations with the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10. In some examples, the second end 302 is fixedly connected to the door body 20 or detachably connected, and / or the third end 303 is fixedly connected to the front sealing door 10 or detachably connected.

[0047] For example, the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 can be fixedly connected to the door body 20, and the third end 303 can also be fixedly connected to the front sealing door 10. The clothing anti-fall device 30 fixedly connected between the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10 can enhance the strength of the clothing anti-fall device 30 at the connection point and ensure that the clothing anti-fall device 30 can stably switch between the unfolded state and the folded state.

[0048] For example, the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is fixedly connected to the door body 20, while the third end 303 is detachably connected to the front sealing door 10; or, the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is detachably connected to the door body 20, while the third end 303 is fixedly connected to the front sealing door 10. Having one fixed connection between the clothing anti-fall device 30 and the door body 20, and the other a detachable connection, not only strengthens the clothing anti-fall device 30 at the connection point but also facilitates its disassembly and folding for secure attachment to the door body 20 or the front sealing door 10.

[0049] For example, the second end 302 of the garment anti-fall device 30 is detachably connected to the door body 20, and the third end 303 is also detachably connected to the front sealing door 10. It can be removed from the garment handling device 100 for storage when not in use, so that the garment anti-fall device 30 does not affect the operation of other parts of the garment handling device 100 when unfolded and folded for storage, nor does it affect the diverse design of the garment handling device 100.

[0050] Furthermore, such as Figure 4As shown, one of the second end 302 and the door body 20 has a slot 201, and the other has a locking block 33, which is engaged within the slot 201. That is, the slot 201 can be located on the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30, in which case the locking block 33 is located on the door body 20; or, the slot 201 can be located on the door body 20, in which case the locking block 33 is located on the second end 302. When the clothing anti-fall device 30 is unfolded, the second end 302 needs to be manually driven to connect the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 to the door body 20 via the locking block 33 and the slot 201. When the clothing anti-fall device 30 is folded, the connection between the locking block 33 and the slot 201 is manually released. This connection method is simple in structure and easy to disassemble. Users can choose whether to use the clothing anti-fall device 30 as needed, which can improve the user experience.

[0051] Furthermore, such as Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, the second end 302 has a locking hole 34, and the door body 20 is provided with a buckle 202. The buckle 202 is rotatable between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the buckle 202 is adapted to pass through the locking hole 34, and in the second position, the buckle 202 is adapted to be engaged with the periphery of the locking hole 34. When the clothing anti-fall device 30 is unfolded, the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 needs to be manually driven to pass the locking hole 34 on the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 through the buckle 202 on the door body 20, and the buckle 202 is rotated from the first position to the second position. When the clothing anti-fall device 30 is folded, the buckle 202 is first manually rotated from the second position to the first position, and then the locking hole 34 on the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is removed from the buckle 202. This detachable connection method is not only simple in structure, but also has high connection stability, and the clothing anti-fall device 30 is not easy to accidentally fall off.

[0052] The following will refer to Figures 1-12 A garment processing apparatus 100 according to a specific embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0053] like Figure 1 As shown, the clothes handling device 100 includes: a door 20, a front door 10, and a clothes anti-fall device 30. The clothes anti-fall device 30 is installed between the door 20 and the front door 10 of the drum washing machine.

[0054] like Figure 5As shown, the clothing fall arrestor 30 is composed of several mesh panels 31. One end of the multiple mesh panels 31 is collectively formed as a first end 301, and the other ends of two mesh panels 31 located at opposite ends in the stacking direction are respectively formed as a second end 302 and a third end 303. The first ends 301 of the clothing fall arrestor 30 are stacked sequentially and rotatably connected by a connecting shaft. The other ends of two adjacent mesh panels 31 are sequentially connected by a first rod 321 and a second rod 322 of a connecting member 32. The opening angle of both the first rod 321 and the second rod 322 is less than 180°. The axis of the first end 301 of the clothing fall arrestor 30 can be on or outside the mesh panel 31. When the second end 302 and the third end 303 of the clothing fall arrestor 30 move relative to each other, the clothing fall arrestor 30 rotates, unfolds, and folds around the axis of the first end 301.

[0055] like Figure 1 As shown, the first end 301 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is fixedly connected to the front door 10 via a connecting shaft. The connecting shaft passes through the connecting hole 35 on the clothing anti-fall device 30 and is rotatably connected to one end of the first mounting base 41. The other end of the first mounting base 41 is fixedly connected to the front door 10 via screws. The third end 303 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is fixedly connected to the front door 10 via a second mounting base 42. The third end 303 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is connected to one end of the second mounting base 42, and the other end of the second mounting base 42 is fixedly connected to the front door 10 via screws. The first end 301 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is installed on one side near the pivot axis of the drum washing machine door 20, the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is installed on the other side of the door 20, and the third end 303 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is installed on the end of the front door 10 away from the pivot axis of the door 20.

[0056] like Figure 4 and Figure 12As shown, the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is connected to the door body 20 in a repeatedly detachable manner, including: a connection of the locking block 33 and the slot 201, and a connection of the rotating buckle 202. In the locking block 33 and slot 201 connection, when the clothing anti-fall device 30 is unfolded, the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 needs to be manually driven to pass the locking hole 34 on the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 through the buckle 202 on the door body 20, and the buckle 202 is rotated from the first position to the second position. When the clothing anti-fall device 30 is folded, the buckle 202 is first manually rotated from the second position to the first position, and then the locking hole 34 on the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is removed from the buckle 202. The rotating buckle 202 is used for connection. When the clothing anti-fall device 30 is unfolded, the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 needs to be manually driven to pass the locking hole 34 on the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 through the buckle 202 on the door body 20, and rotate the buckle 202 from the first position to the second position. When the clothing anti-fall device 30 is folded, the buckle 202 is first manually rotated from the second position to the first position, and then the locking hole 34 on the second end 302 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 is removed from the buckle 202.

[0057] When the clothing anti-fall device 30 is activated: the second end 302, the first end 301, and the third end 303 of the clothing anti-fall device 30 are respectively connected to the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10. When the door is opened, the door body 20 rotates relative to the front sealing door 10, causing the mesh 31 to rotate and unfold. If clothes fall out of the inner tub, the clothing anti-fall device 30 installed under the take-out port 11 of the front sealing door 10 can catch the clothes and prevent them from falling. The washed clothes can also be taken out of the washing machine and placed in the clothing anti-fall device 30 for drying. When the door body 20 is closed, the clothing anti-fall device 30 retracts and folds. When the door body 20 is closed tightly, the entire clothing anti-fall device 30 is completely folded and retracted between the door body 20 and the front sealing door 10.

[0058] When the garment anti-fall device 30 is not in use: Fold one side of the garment anti-fall device 30 as shown in the figure. It can be stored in the washing machine door 20 or front door 10 as a whole, without taking up space or affecting the appearance.

[0059] According to the clothing handling device 100 of the present invention, the clothing handling device 100 can be a drum washing machine or a drum dryer. An unfoldable and foldable clothing anti-fall device 30 is provided between the door 20 and the front door 10. The clothing anti-fall device 30 can switch between an unfolded state and a folded state. When the door 20 opens the loading / unloading port 11, the clothing anti-fall device 30 automatically unfolds. At this time, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is in the unfolded state, defining a storage area between the door 20 and the front door 10. The user can directly place laundry in the storage area without using other tools for transportation. When the door 20 closes the loading / unloading port 11, the clothing anti-fall device 30 automatically folds. At this time, the clothing anti-fall device 30 is in the folded state and is folded and stored between the door 20 and the front door 10, thus saving space and not affecting the appearance.

[0060] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0061] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0062] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0063] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0064] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: A front sealing door, on which an opening for taking out or putting in is formed; A door body, which is disposed on the front sealing door, is used to open and close the retrieval port; Clothing anti-fall device, the clothing anti-fall device is connected between the front sealing door and the door body, the clothing anti-fall device is convertible between an unfolded state and a folded state, in the unfolded state the clothing anti-fall device unfolds and defines a storage area between the door body and the front sealing door; When the door opens the retrieval opening, the clothing anti-fall device is adapted to switch to the unfolded state; when the door closes the retrieval opening, the clothing anti-fall device is adapted to switch to the folded state. The door body is rotatably mounted on the front sealing door. The clothing anti-fall device has a first end, a second end, and a third end. The first end is connected to the door body and / or the front sealing door and is arranged close to the pivot axis of the door body. The second end is connected to the door body and is arranged away from the pivot axis. The third end is connected to the front sealing door and is arranged away from the pivot axis. The clothing anti-fall device includes multiple mesh panels, which are stacked and connected. One end of each mesh panel is formed as the first end, and the other ends of two mesh panels located at opposite ends of the stacking direction are respectively formed as the second end and the third end. The clothing anti-fall device also includes multiple connectors, with the other ends of two adjacent mesh panels connected by these connectors. These connectors are foldable in the stacking direction. The connector includes a first rod and a second rod, one end of the first rod is hinged to one end of the second rod, and the other ends of the first rod and the second rod are respectively hinged to two adjacent mesh panels.

2. The garment processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clothing anti-fall device further includes a connecting shaft, which is fixed to the door body or the front sealing door, and one end of each of the multiple mesh panels is rotatably connected to the connecting shaft.

3. The garment processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the unfolded state, the angle between the first rod and the second rod toward the first end is less than 180°.

4. The garment processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mesh is elongated and extends along a downward-convex arc along its length.

5. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mesh has perforations that extend through it in the vertical direction.

6. The garment handling apparatus according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The second end is fixedly or detachably connected to the door body, and / or the third end is fixedly or detachably connected to the front sealing door.

7. The garment handling apparatus according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The second end and one of the door bodies have a slot and the other has a block, the block being held in the slot.

8. The garment handling apparatus according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The second end has a locking hole, and the door body is provided with a buckle. The buckle is rotatable between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the buckle is adapted to pass through the locking hole, and in the second position, the buckle is adapted to hold the periphery of the locking hole.

9. The garment handling apparatus according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The garment anti-fall device is located on the lower periphery of the opening.

10. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 9, characterized in that, At least one of the door body and the front sealing door has a recessed receiving groove formed on it, and when the door body closes the loading and unloading opening, the clothing anti-fall device is stored in the receiving groove.

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