Clothing processing device

Abstract

This invention discloses a garment processing device, comprising: a front support; a steam generator having a steam generating chamber; and a water storage box having a water storage chamber connected to the steam generating chamber, wherein both the water storage box and the steam generator are disposed on the front support. According to the garment processing device of this invention, by setting up the water storage box and the steam generator, high-temperature steam can be generated and introduced into the garment processing device for drying and sterilizing garments. The steam generator has a simple structure, is compact and easy to install, operates with low noise, and provides a good user experience. Since both the water storage box and the steam generator are mounted on the front support, they occupy little space in the garment processing device and can shorten the pipeline distance of the steam generator, reducing heat loss. Furthermore, the connection and assembly between the steam generator and the water storage box are convenient, and the overall structure has high strength and good stability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and more specifically, to a clothing processing device. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, washing machines with drying functions typically use a heating device to heat the air and create hot air that is then introduced into the clothes processing chamber. At the same time, a fan is used to circulate the hot air to achieve the function of drying clothes. This structure takes up a lot of space, is inconvenient to install, and is noisy when operating, so there is room for improvement. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, one object of the present invention is to provide a clothing processing device that has a simple structure and can achieve good steaming effect.

[0004] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a garment processing device includes: a front support; a steam generator having a steam generating chamber; and a water storage box having a water storage chamber communicating with the steam generating chamber, wherein the water storage box and the steam generator are both disposed on the front support.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the clothing processing device can generate high-temperature steam by setting a water storage box and a steam generator, which is then introduced into the clothing processing device for drying and sterilizing clothes. The steam generator has a simple structure, is compact and easy to install, operates with low noise, and provides a good user experience. Both the water storage box and the steam generator are installed on the front support, which occupies little space in the clothing processing device and can shorten the pipeline distance of the steam generator, reducing heat loss. In addition, the connection and assembly between the steam generator and the water storage box is convenient, and the overall structure has high strength and good stability.

[0006] According to an embodiment of the clothing processing apparatus of the present invention, the steam generator is disposed above the water storage box.

[0007] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the garment processing apparatus includes a steam generator comprising: a generator body having a steam outlet; a heat insulation member defining a receiving cavity communicating with the outside, at least a portion of the generator body being disposed in the receiving cavity, and the heat insulation member being adapted to cooperate with the front support.

[0008] In some examples, the front support is provided with a mounting portion, and the heat insulation component has a connecting portion, which corresponds to and cooperates with the mounting portion.

[0009] In some examples, the mounting portion forms a mounting post protruding from the front support, the connecting portion forms a connecting hole, and the mounting portion and the connecting portion are fixedly connected by fasteners.

[0010] In some examples, the heat insulation component includes: a base; a top cover disposed on the base, defining the receiving cavity between the top cover and the base; and a clamping member disposed on the outside of the top cover and the base, the clamping member being adapted to clamp and fix the top cover and the base together.

[0011] According to an embodiment of the clothing processing device of the present invention, one of the water storage box and the front support has a slot, and the other of the water storage box and the front support has a plug, the plug being inserted into the slot.

[0012] In some examples, the front support has a support portion, the slot is located on the support platform, and a portion of the water storage box protrudes outward to form the insert.

[0013] In some examples, the water storage box includes a mounting plate, at least a portion of which abuts against the front support, and the mounting plate is connected to the front support by fasteners.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the clothing processing device of the present invention, the water storage box includes: a first box body having a water outlet connected to the steam generator; and a second box body disposed on the first box body and sealed to the first box body to define a water storage cavity, the second box body having a water inlet, wherein the second box body is welded to the first box body.

[0015] The clothing processing apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention further includes: a water level detection device, wherein the water level detection device is disposed in the water storage box and is used to detect the water level in the water storage chamber.

[0016] In some examples, the water level detection device includes a float and a magnetic element. The float is located in the water storage cavity, and the magnetic element is located outside the water storage box. The float and the magnetic element cooperate to detect the water level in the water storage cavity.

[0017] According to an embodiment of the clothing processing device of the present invention, the front support is provided with a water inlet, and the water inlet of the water storage box is connected to the water inlet, wherein the water inlet is higher than the water inlet.

[0018] In some examples, the front support has a clothing inlet, and the water inlet is connected to the clothing inlet.

[0019] In some examples, it also includes: an air intake grille, which is movably disposed on the front support, the air intake grille having the water inlet and water inlet cavity, and the water storage box being connected to the water inlet cavity via a connecting pipe.

[0020] The garment processing apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention further includes: a water pump disposed on the front support, the water pump being adapted to pump water from the water storage chamber into the generator body.

[0021] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the garment processing apparatus further includes: a steam nozzle disposed on the front support and arranged adjacent to the steam generator, the steam nozzle being adapted to communicate with the steam generating chamber.

[0022] 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

[0023] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the front support component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of the A-structure in the middle;

[0026] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of the B-structure;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a rear view of the front support assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a front view of the front support assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the front support structure according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Enlarged view of the C-structure;

[0031] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a steam generator according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of a steam generator according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 10This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water storage box according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] Figure label:

[0035] Front support component 100,

[0036] Steam generator 10, generator body 11, steam outlet 111, heat insulation component 12, base 121, second recess 1211, limiting part 1212, top cover 122, first recess 1221, fastening member 123, fastening section 1231, first fixing section 1232, second fixing section 1233, third fixing section 1234, first connecting part 13, second connecting part 14, first fixing hole 15.

[0037] Front support 20, opening 21, mounting part 22, slot 23, support part 24, mounting cavity 25, steam nozzle 26, vent 27.

[0038] Water storage box 30, connector 301, inlet 302, outlet 303, water supply port 304, vent 305, first box body 31, second box body 32, mounting plate 33, limiting post 34, float ball 35, limiting groove 36, magnetic component 37, buckle 38.

[0039] Water pump 40, air inlet grille 50, connecting pipe 60. Detailed Implementation

[0040] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown 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 are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0041] 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," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing the 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the invention. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0042] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0043] The following is for reference. Figures 1-10 The present invention describes a garment processing apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the garment processing apparatus may be a dryer, a washing machine, a washer-dryer combo, etc.

[0044] like Figures 1-10 As shown, a garment processing device according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a front support 20, which is disposed at the front of the garment processing device.

[0045] The garment processing device also includes a steam generator 10, which has a steam generation chamber. The steam generator 10 is mounted on the front support 20, and the steam generated by the steam generator 10 is introduced into the garment processing chamber, enabling the garments inside to be steam-dried and steam-sterilized. Compared to the prior art where the steam generator 10 is mounted on the base of the garment processing device, mounting the steam generator 10 on the front support 20 shortens the distance of the steam pipeline into the garment processing chamber, prevents the steam from condensing into water in the pipeline, reduces heat loss, and improves the drying efficiency of the garments.

[0046] The garment processing device also includes a water storage box 30, which has a water storage chamber connected to the steam generation chamber. The water storage box 30 is used to supply water to the steam generator 10. By setting up the water storage box 30, water can be supplied to the steam generation chamber in real time during the operation of the steam generator 10, enabling the steam generator 10 to operate continuously and provide sufficient steam, thereby improving the drying and sterilization effects on the garments. The water storage box 30 is mounted on the front support 20, making installation convenient. It can be integrated and installed on the housing of the garment processing device, and the assembly structure has good stability. It also facilitates water replenishment to the water storage box 30 through the front support 20, making operation convenient.

[0047] According to the clothing processing device of the present invention, by setting a water storage box 30 and a steam generator 10, high-temperature steam can be generated and introduced into the clothing processing device for drying and sterilizing clothes. The steam generator 10 has a simple structure, is compact and easy to install, has low operating noise, and provides a good user experience. Both the water storage box 30 and the steam generator 10 are installed on the front support 20, which occupies little space in the clothing processing device and can shorten the pipeline distance of the steam generator 10, reducing heat loss. In addition, the connection and assembly between the steam generator 10 and the water storage box 30 is convenient, and the overall structure has high strength and good stability.

[0048] like Figure 1 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the steam generator 10 is disposed above the water storage box 30. The steam generator 10 can be disposed on the upper part of the front support 20. It is understood that the upper part of the front support 20 here refers to the upper part relative to the middle position of the front support 20, not exceeding the upper edge of the front support 20. The steam generator 10 is disposed at a higher position, and the steam generator 10 can be adjacent to the vent 27 of the front support 20, thereby reducing the distance between the steam generator 10 and the vent 27, avoiding the condensation of steam into water in the pipeline, and reducing heat loss. The water storage box 30 is disposed at the lower part of the front support 20. It is understood that the lower part of the front support 20 here refers to the lower part relative to the middle position of the front support 20, not exceeding the lower edge of the front support 20. The water storage box 30 is disposed at a lower position, thereby making it more convenient for the user to add water into the water storage box 30, improving the convenience of operation. The water in the water storage box 30 can be pumped into the steam generation chamber of the steam generator 10 by the water pump 40. The overall layout is reasonable.

[0049] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a steam generator 10 includes a generator body 11 and a heat insulation component 12. The generator body 11 has a steam generating chamber, which can generate high-temperature steam, and has a steam outlet 111. The heat insulation component 12 defines a receiving cavity that can communicate with the outside. A portion of the generator body 11 is disposed within the receiving cavity; that is, the heat insulation component 12 is disposed on the outside of the generator body 11. On the one hand, the heat insulation component 12 can insulate the generator body 11, preventing heat loss from the steam. On the other hand, the heat insulation component 12 can prevent heat from the generator body 11 from being directly dissipated to the surrounding structural components, which could cause deformation and aging of these components at high temperatures, affecting their service life. Furthermore, the heat insulation component 12 can be connected to a front support 20 to allow the steam generator 10 to be mounted on the front support 20.

[0050] In some examples, the heat insulation component 12 has a connecting part, and the front support 20 has a mounting part 22. The heat insulation component 12 has a connecting part, and the connecting part and the mounting part 22 are positioned correspondingly. The steam generator 10 is installed and fixed by the cooperation between the connecting part and the mounting part 22. Here, the connecting part can be a plug, and the mounting part 22 can be a slot, with the connecting part and the mounting part plugging into each other; the connecting part can also be a connecting hole, and the mounting part 22 has a corresponding hole, with fasteners used to fix the steam generator 10 to the front support 20; the connecting part and the mounting part 22 can also be connected by a snap-fit ​​method, which makes installation more convenient and improves assembly efficiency.

[0051] It is understandable that the connection part is set on the heat insulation component 12, so there is no need to set an additional assembly structure on the generator body 11. It is only necessary to install the generator body 11 in the receiving cavity of the heat insulation component 12, which is convenient for manufacturing and assembly.

[0052] like Figure 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the mounting portion 22 forms a mounting post protruding from the front support 20. The mounting post has a mounting hole at its center, and the connecting portion forms a connecting hole. Fasteners pass through the connecting hole and the mounting hole of the positioning post to fix the steam generator 10 and the mounting post together. Multiple connecting portions and multiple corresponding positioning posts can be included to improve the fixing effect of the steam generator 10. For example, the connecting portion includes a first connecting portion 13 and a second connecting portion 14, which can be respectively disposed on opposite sides of the steam generator 10, thereby achieving a better fixing effect. Of course, multiple first connecting portions 13 and multiple second connecting portions 14 can also be included to further improve the stability of the steam generator 10 and prevent the steam generator 10 from rotating or shaking.

[0053] In addition, multiple support ribs can be set around the mounting column to improve the stability of the mounting column, thereby improving the reliability of the steam generator 10 installation.

[0054] like Figure 9 As shown, according to an embodiment of the present invention, the heat insulation component 12 includes: a base 121 and a top cover 122. The top cover 122 is disposed on the base 121, and a receiving cavity is defined between the top cover 122 and the base 121. The top cover 122 and the base 121 are detachably connected, thereby facilitating the placement of the generator body 11 in the receiving cavity. Here, the base 121 and the top cover 122 can be directly engaged and fixed, for example, by using hooks and slots for engagement and fixing, or by using fasteners for fixed connection, or by engaging and connecting through other structural components.

[0055] like Figure 9As shown, in some examples, the heat insulation component 12 also includes a clamping member 123. The clamping member 123 is disposed on the outside of the upper cover 122 and the base 121. The clamping member 123 can clamp and fix the upper cover 122 and the base 121. That is, under the condition that the upper cover 122 and the base 121 are properly fitted, the upper cover 122 and the base 121 are fixedly connected by wrapping a part of their outer sides with the clamping member 123. There is no need to set a fixing structure on the upper cover 122 and the base 121, which simplifies the structure of the upper cover 122 and the base 121, and the connection is reliable and the structure is stable.

[0056] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water storage box 30 is provided with a slot 23, and the front support 20 is provided with a plug-in part 301. The water storage box 30 is installed by plugging and engaging the plug-in part 301 with the slot 23, which is convenient for installation.

[0057] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the front support 20 is provided with a slot 23, and the water storage box 30 is provided with a plug-in portion 301. Specifically, one side of the front support 20 has a support portion 24, and the slot 23 is disposed on the support portion 24, thereby improving the stability of the slot 23, and thus improving the stability and reliability of the installation of the water storage box 30. A portion of the water storage box 30 protrudes outward to form the plug-in portion 301. That is to say, a portion of the outer wall surface of the water storage box 30 directly plugs into the slot 23, which is convenient and reliable. There is no need to set other mating structures on the water storage box 30, simplifying the manufacturing process. Moreover, the water storage box 30 is supported on the support portion 24, which has good stability and avoids the water storage box 30 from shaking.

[0058] The support part 24 here can be a support rib, which has a simple structure and is easy to integrally form with the front support 20. The support part 24 can also be a support platform, which can increase the contact area and improve stability, as well as increase the structural strength of the slot 23, further improving the assembly stability of the water storage box 30.

[0059] like Figure 3 As shown, according to an embodiment of the present invention, the water storage box 30 includes: a mounting plate 33, which is fixedly connected to the second box body 32 of the water storage box 30, or integrally formed. When the water storage box 30 is assembled on the front support 20, a portion of the mounting plate 33 can abut against the front support 20 to achieve a positioning function and improve the stability of the water storage box 30. The mounting plate 33 and the front support 20 are also connected by fasteners, thereby firmly fixing the water storage box 30 on the front support 20.

[0060] like Figure 10As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the water storage box 30 includes: a first box body 31 and a second box body 32. The second box body 32 is disposed above the first box body 31, and the second box body 32 is sealed to the first box body 31 to define a water storage cavity. This sealing can be achieved by a sealing element or by sealing adhesive to prevent water leakage at the connection. The second box body 32 and the first box body 31 can also be welded together, which is convenient to operate and has high sealing reliability.

[0061] The second housing 32 has a water inlet 302, and the first housing 31 has a water outlet 303. The water inlet 302 and the water outlet 303 are connected to the water storage chamber, and the water outlet 303 is connected to the steam generator 10. This allows water in the water storage chamber to be introduced into the steam generator chamber. In addition, the water inlet 302 is located at the top and the water outlet 303 is located at the bottom, so that the water in the water storage chamber can be drained and the water in the water storage chamber can circulate, avoiding residual water accumulation.

[0062] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water storage box 30 further includes a water level detection device, which can be disposed inside the water storage cavity or outside the water storage cavity. For example, the water level detection device is an infrared sensor that detects the amount of water in the water storage cavity by means of infrared light.

[0063] like Figure 10 As shown, in some specific examples, the water level detection device includes a float 35 and a magnetic component 37. The float 35 is disposed inside the water storage cavity, and the magnetic component 37 is disposed outside the water storage box 30. A closed loop formed by wires is also provided outside the water storage box 30. The float 35 and the magnetic component 37 cooperate with each other. It can be understood that the float 35 contains a magnet. Utilizing the principle of electromagnetic induction, when the float 35 moves away from the magnetic component 27, the magnetic flux changes, and the current in the closed loop changes. As the water volume changes, the distance between the float 35 and the magnetic component 27 gradually increases. When a certain distance is reached, i.e., when the water level reaches the preset water level, an alarm is triggered, thus realizing the detection of the water level in the water storage cavity.

[0064] like Figure 10 As shown, in some specific examples, a limiting post 34 is provided in the water storage cavity. The upper end of the limiting post 34 is connected to the second box 32. The float 35 can be sleeved on the limiting post 34. The float 35 can move along the direction of the limiting post 34, and the float 35 and the limiting post 34 slide together. By setting the limiting post 34, the float 35 can be prevented from moving in the horizontal direction and affecting the detection of water level. The top of the second box 32 is provided with a limiting groove 36. The magnetic component 37 is suitable for insertion into the limiting groove 36 to fix the magnetic component 37. The structure is simple and the installation is convenient.

[0065] like Figure 3As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the front support 20 is provided with a water inlet 304, which is connected to the water inlet 302 of the water storage box 30. The water inlet 304 is higher than the water inlet 302. It can be understood that the user fills the water storage box 30 with water through the water inlet 304. The water inlet 304 is located at the opening 21 of the front support 20 for easy operation by the user. Since the water inlet 304 is higher than the water inlet 302, the user can obtain information on the amount of water when water overflows from the water inlet 304, thus preventing excessive water from overflowing into the clothing processing device and affecting the normal use of other structural components.

[0066] like Figure 1 As shown, in some examples, the front support 20 has an opening 21 in the middle, which is connected to the clothing processing chamber of the clothing processing device. The user can put clothes into the clothing processing chamber through the opening 21. The water inlet 304 is connected to the opening 21. That is, when the opening 21 is open, the user can add water to the water storage box 30 through the water inlet 304. When the opening 21 is closed, the water inlet 304 can be covered and not exposed, which is both aesthetically pleasing and prevents it from being contaminated.

[0067] like Figure 1 As shown, the garment handling device also includes: an air inlet grille 50, which is movably mounted on the front support 20. The air inlet grille 50 provides ventilation and prevents garments from being drawn into the air duct. A portion of the end of the air inlet grille 50 is recessed downwards to form a water replenishment chamber. The bottom wall of the water replenishment chamber has a water inlet 304. The water inlet 304 is connected to a water storage box 30 via a connecting pipe 60. The water storage box 30 is connected to the water replenishment chamber via the connecting pipe 60, allowing water to be replenished to the water storage box 30 through the water replenishment chamber. When water in the water replenishment chamber no longer flows into the water storage box 30, the device receives information indicating that the water storage box 30 is full, preventing excessive water from overflowing into the garment handling device. The water in the water replenishment chamber is temporarily stored there. After the water in the water storage chamber flows to the steam generating chamber, it automatically flows back to the water storage chamber, preventing water from overflowing from the water inlet 304 and affecting the user experience. Furthermore, the location of the water inlet 304 is relatively concealed, which will not affect the appearance of the air intake grille 50, and effectively utilizes the space occupied by the air intake grille 50, thereby improving space utilization.

[0068] In addition, a cover is provided at the water inlet 304. The cover is opened to pour water before steam is needed. By setting the cover to block the water inlet 304, lint or foreign objects can be prevented from entering and clogging the water inlet 304.

[0069] In some specific examples, the garment handling device further includes: a water pump 40, which is mounted on the front support 20 and connected between the water outlet 303 and the steam generator 10. Specifically, the steam generator 10 is located on the upper part of the front support 20 so that it is adjacent to the vent 27 on the upper part of the front support 20. A water storage box 30 is located on the lower part of the front support 20. The water outlet 303 of the water storage box 30 is connected to the water inlet of the water pump 40 via a connecting pipe 60, and the water outlet of the water pump 40 is connected to the steam generator 10 via a connecting pipe 60. Thus, the water pump 40 can pump water from the water storage box 30 into the steam generator 10. The water pump 40 is also mounted on the front support 20 to facilitate the connection between the water pump 40, the water storage box 30, and the steam generator 10.

[0070] like Figure 5 As shown, in some embodiments, a steam nozzle 26 is provided on the upper part of the front support 20. The steam nozzle 26 is arranged adjacent to the steam generator 10 and is adapted to communicate with the steam generating chamber. Specifically, the steam nozzle 26 defines a vent 27. The steam nozzle 26 is fixed to the front support 20 by fasteners. The steam generator 20 can be connected to the steam nozzle 26 through a connecting pipe 60, thereby allowing steam to be passed to the vent 27 and into the clothing processing chamber. The vent 27 may include multiple small holes to achieve a spraying effect, so that the steam can be evenly sprayed onto the clothing in the clothing processing chamber.

[0071] The following is combined with Figures 1-10 A garment processing apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0072] The garment processing device includes a garment processing drum, a front support 20, a steam generator 10, a water storage box 30, and a water pump 40.

[0073] The garment processing cylinder defines the garment processing chamber. The front support 20 is located at the front of the garment processing device. The middle part of the front support 20 has an opening 21, which communicates with the garment processing chamber. The front support 20 is also provided with an air inlet grille 50. The air inlet grille 50 can not only achieve ventilation, but also prevent clothes from being rolled into the air duct of the front support 20.

[0074] A portion of one end of the air inlet grille 50 is recessed downwards to form a water replenishment chamber, the bottom wall of which has a water inlet 304. The water inlet 304 is connected to the water storage box 30 via a connecting pipe 60. The location of the water inlet 304 is relatively concealed, not affecting the appearance of the air inlet grille 50, and effectively utilizing the space occupied by the air inlet grille 50, thus improving space utilization. A cover is provided on the water replenishment chamber, which is detachably mounted on the air inlet grille 50. The cover is used to open and close the opening of the water replenishment chamber, preventing foreign objects from clogging the water inlet 304. Furthermore, a portion of the other end of the air inlet grille 50 is recessed downwards to form a receiving recess for accommodating aromatherapy. The bottom wall and / or side wall of the receiving recess have diffusion holes to facilitate the diffusion of the aromatherapy.

[0075] The upper part of the front support 20 is provided with a steam nozzle 26, which defines a vent 27, and the vent 27 is connected to the opening 21. The front support 20 is also provided with a mounting part 22, which forms a mounting post protruding from the front support 20. The mounting post has a mounting hole at its center, and multiple support ribs can be provided around the mounting post to improve the stability of the mounting post.

[0076] The front support 20 includes a support plate located on the front side of the garment processing chamber. This support plate extends horizontally and vertically, and is equipped with structural components such as ribs protruding from the rear side of the support plate to increase structural strength and facilitate assembly with other structural components. An opening 21 is located in the middle of the support plate, and an air inlet grille 50 is installed below the opening 21. The air inlet grille 50 cooperates with the support plate. A steam generator 10 and a water storage box 30 are mounted on the support plate. Specifically, the steam generator 10 and the water storage box 30 are fixedly installed on the rear side of the support plate, and both are located on the left side of the air inlet grille 50. Alternatively, both can be located on the right side of the air inlet grille 50. The water storage box 30 and the steam generator 10 can be connected via a connecting pipe 60 on one side of the air inlet grille 50 for easy connection. Alternatively, the water storage box 30 and the steam generator 10 can be located on opposite sides of the air inlet grille 50.

[0077] The steam generator 10 is mounted on the front support 20. The steam generator 10 is located on the upper part of the front support 20. It can be understood that the upper part of the front support 20 is the upper part relative to the middle position of the front support 20, and does not exceed the upper edge of the front support 20, so as to improve the rationality and compactness of the overall structural layout. The steam generator 10 is adjacent to the steam nozzle 26, and the steam generator 10 is connected to the steam nozzle 26 through the connecting pipe 60.

[0078] like Figure 8 and Figure 9As shown, the steam generator 10 includes a generator body 11 and a heat insulation component 12. One end of the generator body 11 has a water inlet, and the other end has a steam outlet 111. The generator body 11 is also provided with a connection terminal to facilitate connection between the generator body 11 and the control circuit. The heat insulation component 12 defines a receiving cavity that can communicate with the outside. A portion of the generator body 11 is disposed in the receiving cavity, and the steam outlet 111 of the generator body 11 can extend out from the receiving cavity to facilitate connection between the steam outlet 111 and the vent 27. By providing the heat insulation component 12 on the outside of the generator body 11, on the one hand, the heat insulation component 12 can keep the generator body 11 warm and prevent the heat of the steam from being lost. On the other hand, the heat insulation component 12 can prevent the heat of the generator body 11 from being directly dissipated to the surrounding structural components, which could cause the front support 20 and surrounding components to deform and age at high temperatures, thus affecting the service life of the components of the front support 20.

[0079] like Figure 9 As shown, the heat insulation component 12 includes a base 121, a top cover 122, and a clamping member 123. The top cover 122 is mounted on the base 121, defining a receiving cavity between the top cover 122 and the base 121. The top cover 122 and the base 121 are detachably connected, thereby facilitating the placement of the generator body 11 within the receiving cavity. The top cover 122 and the base 121 are made of high-temperature resistant materials, such as glass fiber composites, which are chemically inert in many cases, possess high strength, good stability, a high safety factor, are lightweight, high-temperature resistant, and low-cost, making them easy to promote and use. Furthermore, the clamping member 123 can also be made of a high-temperature resistant material to improve the overall heat insulation effect of the structure. Of course, the clamping member 123 can also be made of metal, as metal components have high structural strength and can better secure the connection between the top cover 122 and the base 121.

[0080] The base 121 has notches on both sides, allowing the receiving cavity to communicate with the outside. One end of the generator body 11 has a water inlet connector and a wiring connector, while the other end has an air outlet connector. These notches allow the water inlet connector, wiring connector, and air outlet connector to extend from the receiving cavity for connection to the outside. The base 121 also has supporting ribs that protrude from the inner wall of the base 121. When the generator body 11 is installed in the receiving cavity, the supporting ribs provide positioning, limiting, and support, improving the stability of the generator body 11. The shape of the receiving cavity is approximately the same as the structure of the generator body 11 to prevent interference or shaking of the generator body 11 within the cavity, which could affect its performance and service life. Furthermore, in the length direction of the steam generator 10, the size of the upper cover 122 is larger than the size of the base 121. Figure 9As shown, one end of the top cover 122 can extend above the water inlet connector and the wiring connector, thereby providing a certain degree of protection for the connectors and preventing damage from collisions or water ingress into the wiring connectors, which would affect their normal use. The other end of the top cover 122 can extend to the air outlet connector, similarly providing protection for the air outlet connector.

[0081] like Figure 9 As shown, specifically, a limiting part 1212 is provided on the side of the base 121 facing the upper cover 122. The limiting part 1212 forms a limiting rib, which protrudes from the upper surface of the base 121. A mating part (not shown in the figure) is provided on the side of the upper cover 122 facing the base 121. The mating part forms a mating groove, which corresponds to the shape of the limiting rib. The limiting part 1212 can mate with the mating part. The limiting rib can be a long strip. There are two limiting ribs. The two limiting ribs are symmetrically arranged along the width direction of the base 121. Each limiting rib extends along the length direction of the base 121.

[0082] By setting the limiting part 1212 and the mating part, the assembly of the upper cover 122 and the base 121 can be positioned and limited, which facilitates the fastening of the upper cover 122 and the base 121, and at the same time prevents the connection from shaking and interfering with the generator body 11. In addition, the proper fit between the upper cover 122 and the base 121 also facilitates the installation of the fastener 123. The positioning and installation are convenient and the fit is reliable.

[0083] like Figure 9 As shown, a clamping member 123 is disposed on the outer side of the upper cover 122 and the base 121, and the clamping member 123 can clamp the upper cover 122 and the base 121 tightly together. Specifically, the clamping member 123 includes a clamping section 1231, a first fixing section 1232, a second fixing section 1233, and a third fixing section 1234. The clamping section 1231 is generally formed as an open ring and is wrapped around the outer side of the upper cover 122 and the base 121. Specifically, the outer surface of the upper cover 122 has a first recess 1221, and the outer surface of the base 121 has a second recess 1211. The second recess 1211 corresponds to the position of the first recess 1221. A portion of the clamping section 1231 engages with the first recess 1221. The other part cooperates with the second recess 1211. It can be understood that the first recess 1221 extends along the outer surface of the upper cover 122 to form a semi-circular shape, and the second recess 1211 extends along the outer surface of the base 121 to form a semi-circular shape. The first recess 1221 and the second recess 1211 cooperate to form an annular groove. The clamping section 1231 can be installed in the annular groove formed by the two recesses. The clamping section 1231 realizes a plug-in type of fit installation, which can prevent the clamping section 1231 from disengaging from the upper cover 122 and the base 121, avoid the situation of fixation failure, and improve the stability of the overall structure.

[0084] like Figure 2 , Figure 6 and Figure 8 As shown, a first fixing segment 1232 is located at one end of a clamping segment 1231, and a second fixing segment 1233 is located at the other end of a clamping segment 1231. The first fixing segment 1232 has a first fixing hole 15, and the second fixing segment 1233 has a second fixing hole. The second fixing hole corresponds to the first fixing hole 15. Fasteners pass through the first fixing hole 15 and the second fixing hole, fixing the first fixing segment 1232 and the second fixing segment 1233 together. This allows the clamping segment 1231 to fit tightly against the upper cover 122 and the base 121, thus securing the clamping segment 123 to the upper cover 122 and the base 121. Bolts can be used here, which are convenient to connect and provide good stability.

[0085] The first fixing section 1232 and the second fixing section 1233 are located on the upper part of the generator body 11. The first fixing section 1232 is provided with a first connecting part 13. The third fixing section 1234 can be located on the lower part of the generator body 11. The third fixing section 1234 is provided with a second connecting part 14. That is, the first fixing section 1232 and the second fixing section 1233 are located on the first side of the generator body 11, and the third fixing section 1234 is located on the side of the generator body 11 opposite to the first side. The first connecting part 13 and the second connecting part 14 form a connecting hole. The steam generator 10 is fixed to the front support 20 by fasteners passing through the connecting hole and the mounting hole of the positioning post. The fixed installation through the connecting parts on both sides can improve the fixing effect of the steam generator 10 and improve its stability.

[0086] like Figure 10 As shown, the water storage box 30 includes a first box body 31 and a second box body 32. The second box body 32 is positioned above the first box body 31 and is welded to the first box body 31 to define a water storage cavity. The welding method prevents water leakage at the connection point. The second box body 32 has a water inlet 302, and the first box body 31 has a water outlet 303. The water inlet 302 and the water outlet 303 communicate with the water storage cavity. The water inlet 302 is located at the upper part, and the water outlet 303 is located at the lower part, so that the water in the water storage cavity can be drained and the water in the water storage cavity can circulate, avoiding residual water accumulation.

[0087] like Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, the water storage box 30 is mounted on the front support 20, and is located at the lower part of the front support 20. It can be understood that the lower part of the front support 20 refers to its lower position relative to the middle of the front support 20, not exceeding the lower edge of the front support 20, to improve the rationality and compactness of the overall structural layout. The front support 20 has a slot 23, and the water storage box 30 has a plug-in part 301. Specifically, one side of the front support 20 has a support part 24, which can be a support platform or a support rib. The slot 23 is mounted on the support part 24. This improves the stability of the slot 23, thereby enhancing the stability and reliability of the water storage box 30 installation. A portion of the water storage box 30 protrudes outward to form a plug-in portion 301, meaning that a portion of the outer wall of the water storage box 30 directly plugs into the slot 23, making the fit convenient and reliable. No additional fitting structure is required on the water storage box 30, simplifying the manufacturing process. Furthermore, the water storage box 30 is supported on the support portion 24, ensuring good stability and preventing the water storage box 30 from shaking. At the same time, the spatial features on the front support 20 are fully utilized to improve the stability of the structure.

[0088] The slots 23 include two oppositely arranged ones, and the support parts 24 include two corresponding ones. Each slot 23 is supported on its corresponding support part 24. The structures of the two support parts 24 can be the same. For example, both slots 23 can be supported on a support platform, or both slots 23 can be supported on a support rib. Figure 7 As shown, in some examples, the structures of the two support parts 24 can also be different. One slot 23 is supported on the support platform, and the other slot 23 is supported on the support rib. An installation cavity 25 is defined between the two support parts 24. A part of the water storage box 30 is installed in the installation cavity 25. That is, when the outer wall of the water storage box 30 is supported on the two slots 23, a part of the water storage box 30 can be inserted into the installation cavity 25. This can make full use of the space on the front support 20, increase the water storage capacity of the water storage box 30, and the part of the water storage box 30 is located in the middle of the two slots 23. The size of the installation cavity 25 matches the size of this part of the water storage box 30, which can also increase the stability of the structure and prevent the water storage box 30 from shaking.

[0089] The water storage box 30 is also equipped with a mounting plate 33, such as Figure 3 , Figure 7 and Figure 10 As shown, the mounting plate 33 extends in the left-right direction and has a connection hole. The front support 20 has a mounting post with a mounting hole. The right side of the mounting plate 33 has a backward-extending bent section. When the water storage box 30 is inserted into the slot 23, the bent section abuts against a part of the front support 20. The mounting plate 33 is fixedly connected to the front support 20 by fasteners passing through the connection hole and the mounting post, thereby firmly fixing the water storage box 30 to the front support 20.

[0090] In addition, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the water storage box 30 is located at the lower part of the front support 20. The water storage box 30 is connected to the water replenishment chamber through the connecting pipe 60, so that water can be added to the water storage box 30 through the water replenishment port 304. The water replenishment port 304 is connected to the water inlet 302 of the water storage box 30, and the height of the water inlet 302 is lower than that of the water replenishment chamber. It can be understood that the user adds water to the water storage box 30 through the water replenishment port 304. The water replenishment port 304 is located at the opening 21 of the front support 20 for easy operation by the user. The user can obtain information on the water level when the water replenishment chamber is full or when water overflows from the water replenishment port 304, preventing excessive water from overflowing into the clothing processing device and affecting the normal use of other structural components. Moreover, the water replenishment port 304 is located at the lower part of the clothing processing device, below the opening 21 for putting clothes in. Even when the clothing processing device is placed in a higher position, the user can easily perform the water replenishment operation.

[0091] The water storage box 30 also includes a water level detection device, which can be installed inside or outside the water storage cavity. For example, the water level detection device is an infrared sensor that detects the amount of water in the water storage cavity using infrared technology.

[0092] like Figure 10 As shown, the water level detection device includes a float 35 and a magnetic component 37. The float 35 is disposed inside the water storage cavity, and the magnetic component 37 is disposed outside the water storage box 30. Specifically, a limiting post 34 is provided inside the water storage cavity. The limiting post 34 can be integrally formed on the second box 32, or it can be connected to the second box 32 so that the upper end of the limiting post 34 is connected to the second box 32. The float 35 can be sleeved on the limiting post 34 and can move along the direction of the limiting post 34. The float 35 and the limiting post 34 are in sliding engagement. By setting the limiting post 34, the movement of the float 35 in the horizontal direction can be prevented from affecting the detection of the water level.

[0093] The top of the second box 32 is provided with a limiting groove 36, and the magnetic component 37 is suitable for insertion into the limiting groove 36 to fix the magnetic component 37. The outside of the water storage box 30 is also provided with a closed loop formed by wires. Specifically, the float 35 and the magnetic component 37 cooperate with each other. The float 35 is provided with a magnet. Utilizing the principle of electromagnetic induction, the float 35 moves away from the magnetic component 27, causing the magnetic flux to change and the current in the closed loop to change. As the water volume changes, the distance between the float 35 and the magnetic component 27 gradually increases. When a certain distance is reached, that is, when the water level reaches the preset water level, an alarm is triggered to detect the water level in the water storage chamber.

[0094] like Figure 3 and Figure 10As shown, the water storage box 30 is also provided with a vent 305. The vent 305 is located on the top of the second box 32. The vent 305 connects the water storage cavity with the outside. By providing the vent 305, it can be ensured that the water storage cavity is always connected to the outside, avoiding the formation of a negative pressure state in the water storage cavity, which would affect the outflow of water. By placing the vent 305 on the top of the second box 32, it can prevent the water in the water storage cavity from automatically flowing out or overflowing.

[0095] In some specific examples, a portion of the upper surface of the second box 32 protrudes upward to form a boss, a vent 305 is provided on the top of the boss, a clearance portion is formed between the boss and the water storage box 20, and a mounting plate 33 is provided in the clearance portion, thereby facilitating the assembly of the water storage box 30 with the front support 20 and further improving space utilization.

[0096] A water pump 40 is connected between the outlet 303 and the steam generator 10. The outlet 303 of the water storage box 30 is connected to the inlet of the water pump 40 via a connecting pipe 60, and the outlet of the water pump 40 is connected to the steam generator 10 via a connecting pipe 60. Thus, the water pump 40 can pump water from the water storage box 30 into the steam generator 10. The water pump 40 is fixedly connected to the positioning post on the front support 20 by fasteners, which facilitates the connection between the water pump 40, the water storage box 30, and the steam generator 10.

[0097] According to the clothing processing device of the present invention, the steam generator 10 is mounted on the front support 20. The steam generator 10 can be arranged adjacent to the vent 27 to prevent the steam heat generated by the steam generator 10 from being lost in the pipeline, avoid reducing the amount of steam output, increase the amount of steam entering the clothing processing chamber, and thus improve the drying efficiency of the clothes. By mounting the water storage box 30 on the front support 20, assembly is convenient, and the water storage box 30 is positioned at a low position, making it convenient for the user to add water to the water storage box 30, improving the convenience of operation. By providing a heat insulation component 12 on the steam generator 10, steam heat loss can be prevented, improving the steam utilization rate. At the same time, it can prevent high-temperature gas from dissipating to the surrounding structural components, avoiding aging and deformation of the structural components, and ensuring the feasibility of installing and using the steam generator 10.

[0098] Other configurations and operations of the garment handling apparatus according to embodiments of the present invention are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here. The vertical, horizontal, and front-back directions are defined as shown in the figures.

[0099] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features not in direct contact but through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature.

[0100] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the 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.

[0101] 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: Front support (20); A steam generator (10) having a steam generating chamber; A water storage box (30) has a water storage cavity, which is connected to the steam generating cavity. The water storage box (30) and the steam generator (10) are both located on the front support (20), with the steam generator (10) positioned above the water storage box (30). The steam generator (10) includes: The generator body (11) has a steam outlet (111). A heat insulation component (12) defines a receiving cavity communicating with the outside. At least a portion of the generator body (11) is disposed in the receiving cavity. The heat insulation component (12) is adapted to cooperate with the front support (20). The front support (20) is provided with a mounting portion (22). The heat insulation component (12) has a connecting portion, which corresponds to and cooperates with the mounting portion (22). The heat insulation component (12) includes: a base (121); a top cover (122), the top cover (122) being disposed on the base (121) and defining the receiving cavity between the top cover (122) and the base (121); and a clamping member (123), the clamping member (123) being disposed on the outside of the top cover (122) and the base (121) for clamping and fixing the top cover (122) and the base (121).

2. The garment processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting part (22) forms a mounting post protruding from the front support (20), the connecting part forms a connecting hole, and the mounting part (22) and the connecting part are fixedly connected by fasteners passing through the connecting hole.

3. The garment processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, One of the water storage box (30) and the front support (20) has a slot (23), and the other of the water storage box (30) and the front support (20) has a plug (301) that is plugged into the slot (23).

4. The garment processing device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The front support (20) is provided with a support part (24), the slot (23) is provided on the support part (24), and a part of the water storage box (30) protrudes outward to form the plug part (301).

5. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 3, characterized in that, The water storage box (30) includes: a mounting plate (33), at least a portion of which abuts against the front support (20), and the mounting plate (33) and the front support (20) are connected by fasteners.

6. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water storage box (30) includes: The first box (31) has a water outlet (303) which is connected to the steam generator (10); The second box (32) is located above the first box (31) and is sealed to define a water storage cavity. The second box (32) has a water inlet (302). The second box (32) is welded to the first box (31).

7. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A water level detection device is installed in the water storage box (30) and is used to detect the water level in the water storage cavity.

8. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that, The water level detection device includes a float (35) and a magnetic component (37). The float (35) is located in the water storage cavity, and the magnetic component (37) is located on the outside of the water storage box (30). The float (35) and the magnetic component (37) cooperate to detect the water level in the water storage cavity.

9. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The front support (20) is provided with a water inlet (304), which is connected to the water inlet (302) of the water storage box (30), and the water inlet (304) is higher than the water inlet (302).

10. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 9, characterized in that, The front support (20) has an opening (21) in the middle that communicates with the clothing processing chamber of the clothing processing device, and the water inlet (304) communicates with the opening (21).

11. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 9, characterized in that, Also includes: An air intake grille (50) is movably disposed on the front support (20). The air intake grille (50) is provided with the water inlet (304) and the water inlet cavity. The water storage box (30) is connected to the water inlet cavity through a connecting pipe.

12. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A water pump (40) is located on the front support (20) and connected between the water storage box (30) and the steam generator (10) for pumping water from the water storage box (30) into the steam generator (10).

13. The garment handling apparatus according to any one of claims 1-12, characterized in that, The upper part of the front support (20) is provided with a steam nozzle (26), the steam nozzle (26) is arranged adjacent to the steam generator (10), and the steam nozzle (26) is adapted to communicate with the steam generating chamber.

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