A water dispenser

Abstract

This invention relates to a water dispenser, comprising: a support frame; a first water circuit module detachably connected to the support frame; a heating module detachably connected to the support frame and / or the first water circuit module; a heat exchange module detachably connected to the support frame; a purified water tank detachably connected to one side of the support frame and mounted on the first water circuit module; a water pump detachably connected to the first water circuit module; and a regulating valve detachably connected to the first water circuit module. The water dispenser of this invention overcomes the shortcomings of existing water dispensers, such as low installation efficiency and high scrap rate. It has a simpler structure, higher installation efficiency, lower scrap rate, and can prepare boiled water at a suitable temperature.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of household appliance technology, specifically to a water dispenser. Background Technology

[0002] Plain boiled water, also known as cooled boiled water or chilled boiled water, plays a vital role in regulating the body's physiological functions. Drinking a glass of warm boiled water on an empty stomach in the morning can dilute the blood, reduce blood viscosity, promote blood circulation, reduce the risk of blood clots, prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, and quench thirst and promote urination as the body loses water during sleep. It can also make the skin smooth and delicate. However, different people have different preferences for the temperature of cooled boiled water, which means that users must first boil the water and then wait for it to cool down, which takes a relatively long time.

[0003] To address this technical problem, the applicant designed a water dispenser, including a water supply system comprising: a water supply device; a heating device, the inlet of which is connected to the outlet of the water supply device; a controller electrically connected to the heating device to control the heating device to heat the supplied water to a target temperature; a heat exchange device, the inlet of which is connected to the outlet of the heating device, and the outlet of which is connected to the outlet of the water supply system; and a cooling water inlet of which is connected to the outlet of the water supply device, and the outlet of which is connected to the inlet of the heating device. The heated water is cooled to the target outlet temperature through the heat exchange device. However, while this water dispenser can output cooled boiled water at a suitable temperature, it has many internal components and a complex water circuit, resulting in a complicated installation process, low installation efficiency, and a high scrap rate, which hinders its promotion and application. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the defects of the existing water dispenser, which has a relatively complicated installation process, low installation efficiency, high scrap rate, and is not conducive to promotion and application. Thus, the present invention provides a water dispenser with simple structure, high installation efficiency, low scrap rate, and the ability to prepare boiled water at a suitable temperature, which is convenient for promotion and application.

[0005] To address the aforementioned problems, the present invention provides a water dispenser, comprising: a bracket; a first water circuit module detachably connected to the bracket; a heating module detachably connected to the bracket and / or the first water circuit module; a heat exchange module detachably connected to the bracket; a purified water tank detachably connected to one side of the bracket and disposed on the first water circuit module; a water pump detachably connected to the first water circuit module; and a regulating valve detachably connected to the first water circuit module.

[0006] Furthermore, the first water channel module has a first water flow channel, a second water flow channel, a third water flow channel, and a fourth water flow channel.

[0007] The second end of the second water flow channel is adapted to be connected to the heating module, and the second end of the fourth water flow channel is adapted to be connected to the heating inlet of the heating module;

[0008] The heat exchange module has a cooling water inlet, a cooling water outlet, a hot water inlet, a hot water outlet, a cooling water channel connecting the cooling water inlet and the cooling water outlet, a hot water channel connecting the hot water inlet and the hot water outlet, a second end of a third water flow channel adapted to be connected to the cooling water inlet of the heat exchange module, and a first end of a fourth water flow channel adapted to be connected to the cooling water outlet of the heat exchange module.

[0009] The first end of the first water flow channel is adapted to be connected to the purified water tank;

[0010] The water pump is connected between the second end of the first water flow channel and the first end of the second water flow channel;

[0011] The regulating valve is installed on the second water flow channel and can adjust the ratio of water flow rate entering the second water flow channel and the third water flow channel.

[0012] Furthermore, the first water channel module has a water pump inlet interface and a water pump outlet interface. The second end of the first water flow channel is connected to the water pump inlet interface, the first end of the second water flow channel is connected to the water pump outlet interface, the water pump inlet is connected to the water pump inlet interface, and the water pump outlet is connected to the water pump outlet interface.

[0013] And / or, a heating module interface is formed on the first water channel module, the second end of the second water flow channel is connected to the heating module interface, and the second end of the fourth water flow channel is connected to the heating module interface;

[0014] And / or, a heat exchange inlet and a heat exchange outlet are formed on the first water channel module, the heat exchange inlet is adapted to be connected to the cooling water inlet of the heat exchange module, the heat exchange outlet is adapted to be connected to the cooling water outlet of the heat exchange module, the second end of the third water flow channel is connected to the heat exchange inlet, and the first end of the fourth water flow channel is connected to the heat exchange outlet.

[0015] And / or, the second water flow channel is provided with a regulating valve inlet interface and a regulating valve outlet interface, the regulating valve inlet is connected to the regulating valve inlet interface, and the regulating valve outlet is connected to the regulating valve outlet interface.

[0016] Furthermore, the water dispenser also includes: a second water circuit module, which is detachably connected to the bracket and located on the opposite side of the first water circuit module. The second water circuit module has a first water inlet, a second water inlet, a first water outlet, a second water outlet, a heat exchange outlet, a heat exchange inlet, a first channel connecting the first water inlet and the first water outlet, a second channel connecting the second water inlet and the heat exchange outlet, and a third channel connecting the heat exchange inlet and the second water outlet. The heat exchange module is located between the first water circuit module and the second water circuit module.

[0017] The solenoid valve is detachably connected to the second water circuit module and has an inlet end, a first outlet end, and a second outlet end. The first outlet end is connected to the first inlet, and the second outlet end is connected to the second inlet. The solenoid valve has a first state in which the inlet end is connected to the first outlet end and a second state in which the inlet end is connected to the second outlet end.

[0018] Furthermore, the hot water inlet and hot water outlet are both located at the top of the heat exchange module, while the cooling water inlet and cooling water outlet are both located at the bottom of the heat exchange module.

[0019] Furthermore, the heat exchange module includes:

[0020] The heat exchange tubes contain hot water channels.

[0021] The top cover plate is located on one side of the heat exchange tube;

[0022] The lower cover plate is located on the other side of the heat exchange tube and is engaged with the heat exchange tube. The cooling water channel is formed between the upper cover plate, the lower cover plate and the heat exchange tube. The cooling water inlet is formed on the upper cover plate or the lower cover plate, and the cooling water outlet is formed on the upper cover plate or the lower cover plate. The first end of the heat exchange tube passes through the upper cover plate or the lower cover plate, and the second end of the heat exchange tube passes through the upper cover plate or the lower cover plate. The hot water inlet and the hot water outlet are formed in the first end and the second end of the heat exchange tube, respectively.

[0023] Furthermore, the water dispenser also includes:

[0024] The raw water tank is detachably connected to one side of the bracket and has a raw water inlet and a raw water outlet.

[0025] The filter element is detachably connected to the bracket. The filter element has a filter element inlet, a clean water outlet, and a wastewater outlet. The filter element inlet is connected to the raw water tank. The first water circuit module also includes a fifth water flow channel. The first end of the fifth water flow channel is connected to the clean water outlet of the filter element, and the second end of the fifth water flow channel is connected to the clean water tank. The wastewater outlet of the filter element is connected to the raw water tank.

[0026] Furthermore, the water dispenser also includes a third water circuit module, which is detachably connected to the filter element. The third water circuit module has a sixth water flow channel, a seventh water flow channel, and an eighth water flow channel. The first end of the sixth water flow channel is connected to the raw water outlet of the raw water tank, and the second end of the sixth water flow channel is adapted to be connected to the inlet of the filter element. The first end of the seventh water flow channel is connected to the purified water outlet of the filter element, and the second end of the seventh water flow channel is connected to the first end of the fifth water flow channel. The first end of the eighth water flow channel is connected to the wastewater outlet, and the second end of the eighth water flow channel is connected to the raw water inlet.

[0027] Furthermore, a water tank adapter is formed on the bracket, and the water tank and the water tank adapter are detachably connected.

[0028] Furthermore, the first side of the body assembly is recessed inward to form a first receiving groove, the water tank is disposed in the first receiving groove, a first clearance opening is formed on the groove wall of the first receiving groove, and the water tank adapter is adapted to pass through the first clearance opening and connect to the water tank.

[0029] Furthermore, the water tank adapter is retractable.

[0030] Furthermore, a side door assembly suitable for covering the water tank is detachably provided on the body assembly.

[0031] Furthermore, the bottom of the bracket forms a drain interface and a water inlet interface, which are located on the same side of the filter element. The heat exchange module is located on the other side of the filter element. The drain interface is connected to the filter element inlet, and the water inlet interface is connected to the raw water inlet. The body component protrudes outward at the position corresponding to the water inlet and drain interface to form a support boss suitable for supporting the raw water tank. A second clearance opening suitable for exposing the drain interface and a third clearance opening suitable for exposing the water inlet interface are formed on the support boss. The drain interface is connected to the raw water outlet, and the water inlet interface is connected to the raw water inlet.

[0032] Furthermore, the water dispenser also includes;

[0033] A top cover assembly that covers the top of the fuselage assembly; and / or,

[0034] Raw water tank cover, which is located on top of the raw water tank; and / or,

[0035] The front housing assembly is detachably connected to the front side of the bracket.

[0036] Furthermore, the water dispenser also includes a base assembly, on which a bracket is mounted.

[0037] Furthermore, the water dispenser also includes a water collection box assembly, which is located below the hot water outlet and in front of the base assembly.

[0038] The present invention has the following advantages:

[0039] As can be seen from the above technical solution, the water dispenser of the present invention is equipped with a bracket, and the water circuit connected to the heating module, heat exchange module, purified water tank, water pump and regulating valve is at least partially integrated into the first water circuit module. This reduces the number of internal parts of the water dispenser and simplifies its structure. The operator only needs to detachably connect the first water circuit module, heating module, heat exchange module, purified water tank, water pump and regulating valve to the bracket in sequence to complete the assembly of the water dispenser. This greatly simplifies the assembly steps of the water dispenser, shortens the production time of the water dispenser, and helps to reduce the production cost of the water dispenser. Therefore, the water dispenser of the present invention can overcome the defects of the prior art water dispensers with the function of preparing boiled water, which have low installation efficiency, high scrap rate and are not conducive to promotion and application. Its structure is relatively simple, its installation efficiency is high, its scrap rate is low, and it can prepare boiled water at a suitable temperature, which is convenient for promotion and application. Attached Figure Description

[0040] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0041] Figure 1 An exploded view of a water dispenser according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0042] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the first water circuit module, the second water circuit module, the bracket, the filter element, the solenoid valve, the adapter, the heating module, and the heat exchange module when they are separated.

[0043] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The filter element and the third water circuit module in the middle;

[0044] Figure 4 The filter element of the water dispenser according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the filter element of the water dispenser according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the filter element of the water dispenser according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0047] Figure 7 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the first water circuit module, the second water circuit module, the regulating valve, the heating module, and the heat exchange module.

[0048] Figure 8 This is a 3D view of the first waterway module;

[0049] Figure 9 This is a structural schematic diagram of the first waterway module;

[0050] Figure 10 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the second water circuit module, solenoid valve, heating module, and heat exchange module assembled together.

[0051] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure when the second water circuit module and the heat exchange module are separated.

[0052] Figure 12 This is an exploded view of the heat exchange module of the water dispenser according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0053] Figure 13 This is an exploded view of the heat exchange module of the water dispenser according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0054] Figure 14 This is a perspective view of a water dispenser according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0056] 1. Bracket; 11. Drainage Interface; 12. Water Inlet Interface; 20. First Water Circuit Module; 2001. Water Pump Inlet Interface; 2002. Water Pump Outlet Interface; 2003. Heating Module Interface; 2004. Heat Exchanger Inlet Interface; 2005. Heat Exchanger Outlet Interface; 2006. First Water Flow Channel; 2007. Second Water Flow Channel; 2008. Third Water Flow Channel; 2009. Fourth Water Flow Channel; 2010. Fifth Water Flow Channel; 2015. Regulating Valve Inlet Interface; 2016. Regulating Valve Outlet Interface; 21. Water Pump; 22. Regulating Valve; 10. Second Water Circuit Module; 101. First Inlet; 102. Second Inlet; 103. First Outlet; 104. Second Outlet; 105. Heat Exchanger Outlet; 106. Heat Exchanger Inlet; 107. First Channel; 108. Second Channel; 109. Third Channel;

[0057] 2. Solenoid valve; 201. Inlet; 202. First outlet; 203. Second outlet;

[0058] 3. Heating module; 4. Heat exchange module; 401. Cooling water inlet; 402. Cooling water outlet; 403. Hot water inlet; 404. Hot water outlet; 405. Heat exchange tube; 406. Top cover plate; 407. Bottom cover plate; 51. Clean water tank; 52. Raw water tank; 6. Filter element; 61. Filter element inlet; 62. Clean water outlet; 63. Wastewater outlet; 7. Third water circuit module; 701. Sixth water flow channel; 702. Seventh water flow channel; 703. Eighth water flow channel; 8. Clean water tank adapter; 91. Body assembly; 911. First receiving groove; 912. First clearance opening; 913. Supporting boss; 914. Second clearance opening; 915. Third clearance opening; 92. Side door assembly; 93. Top cover assembly; 94. Raw water tank cover; 95. Front shell assembly; 96. Base assembly; 97. Water receiving box assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0059] The technical solution of the present invention will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of the present invention. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0060] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., 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 the invention and for 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 the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0061] 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 according to the specific circumstances.

[0062] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of the present invention described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0063] Figure 1 An exploded view of a water dispenser according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the first water circuit module, second water circuit module, bracket, filter element, solenoid valve, adapter, heating module, and heat exchange module when separated. Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown,

[0064] This invention relates to a water dispenser, comprising a bracket 1, a first water circuit module 20, a heating module 3, a heat exchange module 4, a purified water tank 51, a water pump 21, and a regulating valve 22. The first water circuit module 20 is detachably connected to the bracket 1. The heating module 3 is detachably connected to the bracket 1 and / or the first water circuit module 20. The heat exchange module 4 is detachably connected to the bracket 1. The purified water tank 51 is detachably connected to one side of the bracket 1 and mounted on the first water circuit module 20. The water pump 21 is detachably connected to the first water circuit module 20. The regulating valve 22 is detachably connected to the first water circuit module 20.

[0065] As can be seen from the above technical solution, the water dispenser in this embodiment is equipped with a bracket 1, and the water circuit connected to the heating module 3, heat exchange module 4, purified water tank 51, water pump 21 and regulating valve 22 is at least partially integrated into the first water circuit module 20. This reduces the number of internal parts of the water dispenser and simplifies its structure. The operator only needs to detachably connect the first water circuit module 20, heating module 3, heat exchange module 4, purified water tank 51, water pump 21 and regulating valve 22 to the bracket 1 in sequence to complete the assembly of the water dispenser. This greatly simplifies the assembly steps of the water dispenser, shortens the production time of the water dispenser, and helps to reduce the production cost of the water dispenser. Therefore, the water dispenser in this embodiment can overcome the defects of the prior art water dispensers with the function of preparing boiled water, which have low installation efficiency, high scrap rate, and are not conducive to promotion and application. Its structure is relatively simple, its installation efficiency is high, its scrap rate is low, and it can prepare boiled water at a suitable temperature, which is convenient for promotion and application.

[0066] Based on the above embodiments, in a preferred embodiment, the first water channel module 20 is provided with a first water flow channel 2006, a second water flow channel 2007, a third water flow channel 2008 and a fourth water flow channel 2009.

[0067] The second end of the second water flow channel 2007 is adapted to be connected to the heating module, and the second end of the fourth water flow channel 2009 is adapted to be connected to the heating inlet of the heating module.

[0068] The heat exchange module 4 has a cooling water inlet 401, a cooling water outlet 402, a hot water inlet 403, a hot water outlet 404, a cooling water channel connecting the cooling water inlet 401 and the cooling water outlet 402, and a hot water channel connecting the hot water inlet 403 and the hot water outlet 404. The second end of the third water flow channel 2008 is adapted to be connected to the cooling water inlet of the heat exchange module, and the first end of the fourth water flow channel 2009 is adapted to be connected to the cooling water outlet of the heat exchange module.

[0069] The first end of the first water flow channel 2006 is adapted to be connected to the clean water tank 51.

[0070] The water pump 21 is connected between the second end of the first water flow channel 2006 and the first end of the third water flow channel 2008.

[0071] The regulating valve 22 is installed on the third water flow channel 2008 and can regulate the ratio of water flow rate entering the second water flow channel 2007 and the third water flow channel 2008.

[0072] Based on the above embodiments, in a preferred embodiment, the first water circuit module 20 has a water pump inlet interface 2001 and a water pump outlet interface 2002. The second end of the first water flow channel 2006 is connected to the water pump inlet interface 2001, the first end of the second water flow channel 2007 is connected to the water pump outlet interface 2002, the inlet of the water pump 21 is connected to the water pump inlet interface 2001, and the outlet of the water pump 21 is connected to the water pump outlet interface 2002.

[0073] In a preferred embodiment, pump 21 is a self-priming pump.

[0074] A heating module interface 2003 is formed on the first water channel module 20, the second end of the second water flow channel 2007 is connected to the heating module interface 2003, and the second end of the fourth water flow channel 2009 is connected to the heating module interface 2003.

[0075] The first water circuit module 20 has a heat exchange inlet 2004 and a heat exchange outlet 2005. The heat exchange inlet 2004 is adapted to be connected to the cooling water inlet of the heat exchange module, and the heat exchange outlet 2005 is adapted to be connected to the cooling water outlet of the heat exchange module. The second end of the third water flow channel 2008 is connected to the heat exchange inlet 2004, and the first end of the fourth water flow channel 2009 is connected to the heat exchange outlet 2005.

[0076] The second water flow channel 2007 is equipped with a regulating valve inlet interface 2015 and a regulating valve outlet interface 2016. The inlet of the regulating valve 22 is connected to the regulating valve inlet interface 2015, and the outlet of the regulating valve 22 is connected to the regulating valve outlet interface 2016.

[0077] In addition, the water dispenser in this embodiment uses a first water circuit module 20 to replace the multiple silicone tubes used to connect the water circuit inside a traditional countertop water dispenser, which avoids the presence of odors in the hot water output by the new machine and helps to improve the user experience.

[0078] In this embodiment, when the water dispenser dispenses purified water, the water pump 21 is activated when the hot water setting is selected. The water pump 21 causes water from the purified water tank 51 to flow into the second water flow channel 2007 through the first end of the second water flow channel 2007. After passing through the water pump 21, the regulating valve 22 is fully open. Due to water pressure, the water flows into the third water flow channel 2008, while there is no flow in the fourth water flow channel 2009. The water then enters the heating module 3 and is heated to boiling point before flowing out of the dispenser's spout for the user to drink. The heating module 3 is preferably, but not limited to, an electric heating wire, an infrared heater, or a PTC heating element.

[0079] like Figure 7 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, when the cool boiled water setting is read, the water pump 21 is started, and the water pump 21 causes the water in the purified water tank 51 to flow into the second water flow channel 2007 through the first end of the second water flow channel 2007. After passing through water pump 21, regulating valve 22 is in a partially open state. By adjusting the opening of regulating valve 22, water flows in the third water flow channel 2008 and the fourth water flow channel 2009 at a certain ratio. Part of the water flows directly into the heating module through the third water flow channel 2008 for heating, and part of the water flows through the fourth water flow channel 2009 from the heat exchange inlet 2004 and the cooling water inlet 401 into the heat exchange module to cool the hot water. The cooled water after heat exchange and heating flows into the fifth water flow channel 2010 through the cooling water outlet 402 and the heat exchange outlet 2005. After merging with the water in the third water flow channel 2008, it enters the heating module to be heated to boiling water. Then it enters the heat exchange module 4 for cooling. After cooling, it flows out from the water dispenser's spout for the user to drink.

[0080] In this embodiment, the water dispenser can adjust the flow rate ratio of the water entering the third water flow channel 2008 and the fourth water flow channel 2009 via the regulating valve 22 to control the flow rate of cooling water, thereby achieving the dispensing of cooled boiled water at different temperature levels. The energy absorbed by the cooling water is not wasted; the temperature of the cooling water increases after heat exchange and flows to the heating module for heating, thus recovering and utilizing this heat. By forming a water pump inlet interface 2001, a water pump outlet interface 2002, a heating module interface, a heat exchange inlet interface 2004, a heat exchange outlet interface 2005, a first water flow channel 2006, a second water flow channel 2007, a third water flow channel 2008, a fourth water flow channel 2009, and a fifth water flow channel 2010 on the water circuit board, the water circuit board has a high degree of integration, avoiding complex water pipe connections and facilitating connection with the water pump 21, which can significantly reduce the overall size of the machine.

[0081] The connections between the first inlet 101 and the first outlet 103, the second inlet 102 and the heat exchange outlet 105, and the heat exchange inlet 106 and the second outlet 104 can be implemented via silicone tubing. Preferably, in this embodiment, as... Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the water dispenser preferably also includes a second water path module 10. The second water path module 10 is detachably connected to the bracket 1 and is located on the opposite side of the first water path module 20. The second water path module 10 has a first water inlet 101, a second water inlet 102, a first water outlet 103, a second water outlet 104, a heat exchange outlet 105, a heat exchange inlet 106, a first channel 107 connecting the first water inlet 101 and the first water outlet 103, a second channel 108 connecting the second water inlet 102 and the heat exchange outlet 105, and a third channel 109 connecting the heat exchange inlet 106 and the second water outlet 104.

[0082] like Figure 12 As shown, the solenoid valve 2 is detachably connected to the second water circuit module 10 and has an inlet end 201, a first outlet end 202, and a second outlet end 203. The first outlet end 202 is connected to the first inlet 101, and the second outlet end 203 is connected to the second inlet 102. The solenoid valve 2 has a first state in which the inlet end 201 is connected to the first outlet end 202 and a second state in which the inlet end 201 is connected to the second outlet end 203.

[0083] In this embodiment, the heating module 3 heats the water to boiling point, and the boiling water flows from the heating outlet of the heating module 3 into the inlet 201 of the solenoid valve 2. When the user needs to drink the boiling water, the solenoid valve 2 is switched to the first state, and the boiling water flows from the first outlet 202 of the solenoid valve 2 into the first inlet 101, and then flows out from the first outlet 103 along the first channel 107 for the user's use. When the user needs to use cooled boiled water, the solenoid valve 2 is switched to the second state, and the boiling water flows from the second outlet 203 of the solenoid valve 2 into the second inlet 102, and then flows from the heat exchange outlet 105 along the second channel 108 into the hot water channel of the heat exchange module 4. Cooling water enters the cooling water channel through the cooling water inlet 401 of the heat exchange module 4, and cools the boiling water in the hot water channel, cooling it into cooled boiled water or warm water, and then flows into the heat exchange inlet 106 through the hot water outlet 404, and flows out from the second outlet 104 along the third channel 109 for the user's use. Therefore, this water circuit component can meet the user's needs for both boiled and cooled boiled water. By integrating the first channel 107, the second channel 108, and the third channel 109 into the second water circuit module, complex water pipe connections are avoided, resulting in a high degree of integration. At the same time, it facilitates connection with the solenoid valve 2 and the heat exchange module 4, which can significantly reduce the overall size of the unit.

[0084] Integrating the first channel 107, the second channel 108, and the third channel 109 into the second water circuit module 10 further simplifies the water circuit within the water dispenser, making its internal structure more compact, reducing assembly steps, and improving installation efficiency. Preferably, in this embodiment, the heat exchange module 4 is located between the first water circuit module 20 and the second water circuit module 10, facilitating convenient and quick connection between the heat exchange inlet 2004 and heat exchange outlet 2005 in the first water circuit module 20, and the heat exchange outlet 105 and heat exchange inlet 106 in the second water circuit module 10. Furthermore, the first water circuit module 20, the second water circuit module 10, and the heat exchange module 4 can support each other, thereby improving the stability of the water dispenser's internal structure.

[0085] The first water circuit module 20 and the second water circuit module 10 can be optionally connected to any pair of opposite sides of the bracket 1. Preferably, in this embodiment, the hot water inlet 403 and the hot water outlet 404 are both formed on the upper part of the heat exchange module 4. The cooling water inlet 401 and the cooling water outlet 402 are both formed on the lower part of the heat exchange module 4. The first water circuit module 20 is connected to the lower side of the bracket 1, and the second water circuit module 10 and the heat exchange module 4 are located on the same side of the bracket 1 and connected to the upper part of the bracket 1, which can make reasonable use of the internal space of the water dispenser.

[0086] In this embodiment, as Figure 12As shown, the heat exchange module 4 preferably further includes a heat exchange tube 405, an upper cover plate 406, and a lower cover plate 407. A water channel is formed within the heat exchange tube 405. The upper cover plate 406 is disposed on one side of the heat exchange tube 405. The lower cover plate 407 is disposed on the other side of the heat exchange tube 405 and engages with it. A cooling water channel is formed between the upper cover plate 406, the lower cover plate 407, and the heat exchange tube 405. A cooling water inlet 401 is formed on either the upper cover plate 406 or the lower cover plate 407. A cooling water outlet 402 is formed on either the upper cover plate 406 or the lower cover plate 407. A first end of the heat exchange tube 405 passes through either the upper cover plate 406 or the lower cover plate 407. A second end of the heat exchange tube 405 passes through either the upper cover plate 406 or the lower cover plate 407. A hot water inlet 403 and a hot water outlet 404 are formed within the first and second ends of the heat exchange tube 405, respectively.

[0087] This allows the heat exchange module 4 to be quickly manufactured by snapping the upper cover plate 406 and the lower cover plate 407 together, which can facilitate the improvement of the assembly efficiency of the heat exchange module 4.

[0088] The water dispenser may be configured to include a raw water inlet suitable for connection to a tap water pipe and a filter cartridge 6 connected to the raw water inlet. The purified water outlet 62 of the filter cartridge 6 is connected to a purified water tank 51, suitable for filtering tap water and inputting the filtered purified water into the purified water tank 51. Alternatively, the water dispenser may be configured to include only a purified water tank 51 suitable for holding purified water, allowing users to fill the purified water tank 51 and then have the water dispenser instantly prepare boiled water at a suitable temperature.

[0089] Preferably, in this embodiment, the water dispenser further includes a raw water tank 52 and a filter element 6. The raw water tank 52 is detachably connected to one side of the bracket 1. The raw water tank 52 has a raw water inlet and a raw water outlet. The filter element 6 is detachably connected to the bracket 1. Figure 4 Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, filter element 6 has a filter inlet 61, a purified water outlet 62, and a wastewater outlet 63. The filter inlet 61 is connected to the raw water tank 52. The first water circuit module 20 also includes a fifth water flow channel 2010. The first end of the fifth water flow channel 2010 is connected to the purified water outlet 62 of filter element 6. The second end of the fifth water flow channel 2010 is connected to the purified water tank 51. The wastewater outlet 63 of filter element 6 is connected to the raw water tank 52.

[0090] Users can put tap water or drinking water into the raw water tank 52. The filter element 6 can filter the water in the raw water tank 52 and input the filtered clean water into the clean water tank 51, and input the filtered wastewater back into the raw water tank 52.

[0091] The connections between the filter element inlet 61 and the raw water tank 52, between the filter element 6's purified water outlet 62 and the first end of the fifth water flow channel 2010 of the purified water tank 51, and between the filter element 6's wastewater outlet 63 and the raw water inlet of the raw water tank can be implemented via silicone tubing. Preferably, in this embodiment, as... Figure 3 As shown, the water dispenser also includes a third water circuit module 7, which is detachably connected to the filter element 6. The third water circuit module 7 has a sixth water flow channel 701, a seventh water flow channel 702, and an eighth water flow channel 703. The first end of the sixth water flow channel 701 is connected to the raw water outlet of the raw water tank 52, and the second end of the sixth water flow channel 701 is adapted to be connected to the inlet of the filter element 6. The first end of the seventh water flow channel 702 is connected to the purified water outlet 62 of the filter element 6, and the second end of the seventh water flow channel 702 is connected to the first end of the fifth water flow channel 2010. The first end of the eighth water flow channel 703 is connected to the wastewater outlet 63, and the second end of the eighth water flow channel 703 is connected to the raw water inlet.

[0092] Integrating the sixth water flow channel 701, the seventh water flow channel 702, and the eighth water flow channel 703 into the third water circuit module 7 can further simplify the water circuit inside the water dispenser, make the internal structure of the water dispenser more compact, reduce the assembly steps of the water dispenser, further improve the installation efficiency of the water dispenser, and avoid the risk of odor in the hot water produced by using silicone tubes.

[0093] In this embodiment, a water tank adapter 8 is formed on the bracket 1. The water tank 51 is detachably connected to the water tank adapter 8. Preferably, the water dispenser also includes a body assembly 91 mounted on the bracket 1. A first receiving groove 911 is formed by an inward recess on the first side of the body assembly 91. The water tank 51 is disposed within the first receiving groove 911. A first clearance opening 912 is formed on the groove wall of the first receiving groove 911. The water tank adapter 8 is adapted to pass through the first clearance opening 912 and connect to the water tank 51. By providing the first clearance opening 912 on the groove wall of the first receiving groove 911, the body assembly 91 can reliably limit the water tank 51 in a receiving manner without damaging the connection between the bracket 1 and the water tank 51. Furthermore, placing the first clearance opening 912 inside the water tank 51 allows the water tank 51 to conceal the first clearance opening 912, which helps improve the aesthetics of the water dispenser.

[0094] In this embodiment, the water tank adapter 8 is preferably telescopic, which allows the user to easily and quickly remove the water tank 51 without disconnecting the support 1 from the water tank 51, thereby using the purified water in the water tank 51 or cleaning the water dispenser. The water tank adapter 8 can be connected to the main body of the support 1 via a telescopic rod, or it can be connected to the water tank 51 via a flexible pipe such as a PVC pipe.

[0095] In this embodiment, as Figure 13 As shown, the main body assembly 91 preferably has a detachable side door assembly 92 suitable for covering the water tank 51. The side door assembly 92 can cover the water tank 51, preventing dust from entering the water tank 51 and avoiding the water tank 51 from affecting the overall aesthetics of the water dispenser. The user can simply open the side door assembly 92 to remove the water tank 51, which is simple and does not require disassembly of the water dispenser. The side door assembly 92 is preferably, but not limited to, hinged, snap-fit, or threadedly connected to the main body assembly 91.

[0096] In this embodiment, the bottom of the support 1 preferably forms a drain port 11 and a water inlet port 12. The water inlet port 12 and the drain port 11 are located on the same side of the filter element 6. The heat exchange module 4 is located on the other side of the filter element 6. The drain port 11 is connected to the filter element inlet 61. The water inlet port 12 is connected to the raw water inlet. The body assembly 91 has a support boss 913 protruding outward at a position corresponding to the water inlet port 12 and the drain port 11, which is suitable for supporting the raw water tank 52. The support boss 913 has a second clearance opening suitable for exposing the drain port 11 and a third clearance opening 915 suitable for exposing the water inlet port 12. The drain port 11 is connected to the raw water outlet, and the water inlet port 12 is connected to the raw water inlet.

[0097] Placing the drain port 11 and the water inlet port 12 on the same side of the filter element 6 facilitates shortening the water path between the raw water tank 52 and the filter element 6, making the water dispenser's structure more compact. Placing the heat exchange module 4 on opposite sides of the drain port 11 and the water inlet port 12 allows for full utilization of the space on the surface of the bracket 1 and avoids interference between the process of removing and placing the raw water tank 52 and the water and electrical paths at the heat exchange module 4. The support boss 913 not only limits the position of the raw water tank 52 but also ensures that when the raw water tank 52 is placed on the support boss 913, the top of the body assembly 91 is flush with the top of the raw water tank 52. This facilitates cleaning of the water dispenser's surface, prevents dust accumulation between the raw water tank 52 and the body assembly 91, and enhances the water dispenser's aesthetics.

[0098] Preferably, in this embodiment, the water dispenser further includes a top cover assembly 93, a raw water tank cover 94, and a front shell assembly 95. The top cover assembly 93 covers the top of the body assembly 91. The raw water tank cover 94 covers the top of the raw water tank 52. The front shell assembly 95 is detachably connected to the front side of the bracket 1. The top cover assembly 93, the raw water tank cover 94, and the front shell assembly 95 not only conceal the internal structure of the water dispenser, preventing dust from entering, but also enhance the overall aesthetics of the water dispenser.

[0099] Preferably, in this embodiment, the water dispenser further includes a base assembly 96. The bracket 1 is disposed on the base assembly 96. The bottom of the base assembly 96 is preferably provided with an anti-slip material to prevent the water dispenser from slipping. A limiting structure is preferably formed between the top of the base assembly 96 and the bottom of the bracket 1, which is suitable for preventing relative movement between the bracket 1 and the base assembly 96. The limiting structure is preferably, but not limited to, the engagement of a screw post and a screw, the engagement of a groove and a protrusion, and the engagement of a slot and a latch, etc.

[0100] In this embodiment, as Figure 13 and Figure 14 As shown, the water dispenser preferably includes a water collection box assembly 97, which is located below the hot water outlet 404 and in front of the base assembly 96. The water collection box prevents water from flowing out and wetting the floor when dispensing water, and also serves to temporarily store water, reducing the frequency of wastewater disposal.

[0101] In summary, the water dispenser of this embodiment overcomes the shortcomings of existing water dispensers, such as complex installation process, low installation efficiency, high scrap rate, and difficulty in promotion and application. It has a simple structure, high installation efficiency, low scrap rate, and can prepare boiled water at a suitable temperature, making it easy to promote and apply.

[0102] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for clarity of explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation methods. Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that other variations or modifications based on the above descriptions are possible. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all implementation methods here. Obvious variations or modifications arising therefrom remain within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A water dispenser, characterized in that, include: Support (1); The first waterway module (20) is detachably connected to the bracket (1); The heating module (3) is detachably connected to the bracket (1) and / or the first water channel module (20); The heat exchange module (4) is detachably connected to the bracket (1); A clean water tank (51) is detachably connected to one side of the bracket (1) and is mounted on the first water circuit module (20); A water pump (21) is detachably connected to the first water circuit module (20); A regulating valve (22) is detachably connected to the first water circuit module (20); The first waterway module (20) has a first water flow channel (2006), a second water flow channel (2007), a third water flow channel (2008) and a fourth water flow channel (2009). The second end of the second water flow channel (2007) is adapted to communicate with the heating module, and the second end of the fourth water flow channel (2009) is adapted to communicate with the heating inlet of the heating module; The heat exchange module (4) has a cooling water inlet (401), a cooling water outlet (402), a hot water inlet (403), and a hot water outlet (404). The first water circuit module (20) has a water pump inlet interface (2001) and a water pump outlet interface (2002). The second end of the first water flow channel (2006) is connected to the water pump inlet interface (2001), the first end of the second water flow channel (2007) is connected to the water pump outlet interface (2002), the inlet of the water pump (21) is connected to the water pump inlet interface (2001), and the outlet of the water pump (21) is connected to the water pump outlet interface (2002). The first water channel module (20) has a heating module interface (2003) formed on it, the second end of the second water flow channel (2007) is connected to the heating module interface (2003), and the second end of the fourth water flow channel (2009) is connected to the heating module interface (2003). The first water circuit module (20) has a heat exchange inlet (2004) and a heat exchange outlet (2005). The heat exchange inlet (2004) is adapted to be connected to the cooling water inlet of the heat exchange module, and the heat exchange outlet (2005) is adapted to be connected to the cooling water outlet of the heat exchange module. The second end of the third water flow channel (2008) is connected to the heat exchange inlet (2004), and the first end of the fourth water flow channel (2009) is connected to the heat exchange outlet (2005). The second water flow channel (2007) is provided with a regulating valve inlet interface (2015) and a regulating valve outlet interface (2016). The inlet of the regulating valve (22) is connected to the regulating valve inlet interface (2015), and the outlet of the regulating valve (22) is connected to the regulating valve outlet interface (2016). The water dispenser further includes: a second water circuit module (10), which is detachably connected to the bracket (1) and located on the opposite side of the first water circuit module (20); the heat exchange module (4) is located between the first water circuit module (20) and the second water circuit module (10). The hot water inlet (403) and hot water outlet (404) are both formed in the upper part of the heat exchange module (4), and the cooling water inlet (401) and cooling water outlet (402) are both formed in the lower part of the heat exchange module (4).

2. The water dispenser according to claim 1, characterized in that, A cooling water channel connecting the cooling water inlet (401) and the cooling water outlet (402), a hot water channel connecting the hot water inlet (403) and the hot water outlet (404), the second end of the third water flow channel (2008) is adapted to be connected to the cooling water inlet of the heat exchange module, and the first end of the fourth water flow channel (2009) is adapted to be connected to the cooling water outlet of the heat exchange module; The first end of the first water flow channel (2006) is adapted to be connected to the water purification tank (51); The water pump (21) is connected between the second end of the first water flow channel (2006) and the first end of the third water flow channel (2008); The regulating valve (22) is installed on the second water flow channel (2007) and can regulate the ratio of water flow rate entering the second water flow channel (2007) and the third water flow channel (2008).

3. The water dispenser according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second water circuit module (10) has a first inlet (101), a second inlet (102), a first outlet (103), a second outlet (104), a heat exchange outlet (105), a heat exchange inlet (106), a first channel (107) connecting the first inlet (101) and the first outlet (103), a second channel (108) connecting the second inlet (102) and the heat exchange outlet (105), and a third channel (109) connecting the heat exchange inlet (106) and the second outlet (104). The solenoid valve (2) is detachably connected to the second water circuit module (10) and has an inlet end (201), a first outlet end (202), and a second outlet end (203). The first outlet end (202) is connected to the first inlet (101), and the second outlet end (203) is connected to the second inlet (102). The solenoid valve (2) has a first state that connects the inlet end (201) to the first outlet end (202) and a second state that connects the inlet end (201) to the second outlet end (203).

4. The water dispenser according to claim 2, characterized in that, The heat exchange module (4) includes: Heat exchange tube (405), the hot water channel is formed inside the heat exchange tube (405); The upper cover plate (406) is disposed on one side of the heat exchange tube (405); A lower cover plate (407) is disposed on the other side of the heat exchange tube (405) and is fastened to the heat exchange tube (405). The cooling water channel is formed between the upper cover plate (406), the lower cover plate (407) and the heat exchange tube (405). The cooling water inlet (401) is formed on the upper cover plate (406) or the lower cover plate (407). The cooling water outlet (402) is formed on the upper cover plate (406) or the lower cover plate (407). The first end of the heat exchange tube (405) passes through the upper cover plate (406) or the lower cover plate (407). The second end of the heat exchange tube (405) passes through the upper cover plate (406) or the lower cover plate (407). The hot water inlet (403) and the hot water outlet (404) are respectively formed in the first end and the second end of the heat exchange tube (405).

5. The water dispenser according to any one of claims 2-4, characterized in that, The water dispenser also includes: The raw water tank (52) is detachably connected to one side of the bracket (1), and the raw water tank (52) has a raw water inlet and a raw water outlet; The filter element (6) is detachably connected to the bracket (1). The filter element (6) has a filter element inlet (61), a clean water outlet (62) and a wastewater outlet (63). The filter element inlet (61) is connected to the raw water tank (52). The first water circuit module (20) also includes a fifth water flow channel (2010). The first end of the fifth water flow channel (2010) is connected to the clean water outlet (62) of the filter element (6). The second end of the fifth water flow channel (2010) is connected to the clean water tank (51). The wastewater outlet (63) of the filter element (6) is connected to the raw water tank (52).

6. The water dispenser according to claim 5, characterized in that, The water dispenser also includes a third water circuit module (7), which is detachably connected to the filter element (6). The third water circuit module (7) has a sixth water flow channel (701), a seventh water flow channel (702), and an eighth water flow channel (703). The first end of the sixth water flow channel (701) is connected to the raw water outlet of the raw water tank (52), and the second end of the sixth water flow channel (701) is adapted to be connected to the inlet of the filter element (6). The first end of the seventh water flow channel (702) is connected to the purified water outlet (62) of the filter element (6), and the second end of the seventh water flow channel (702) is connected to the first end of the fifth water flow channel (2010). The first end of the eighth water flow channel (703) is connected to the wastewater outlet (63), and the second end of the eighth water flow channel (703) is connected to the raw water inlet.

7. The water dispenser according to claim 5, characterized in that, A water tank adapter (8) is formed on the bracket (1), and the water tank (51) is detachably connected to the water tank adapter (8); The water dispenser also includes a body assembly (91) mounted on the bracket (1). The first side of the body assembly (91) is recessed inward to form a first receiving groove (911). The water tank (51) is disposed in the first receiving groove (911). A first clearance opening (912) is formed on the groove wall of the first receiving groove (911). The water tank adapter (8) is adapted to pass through the first clearance opening (912) and connect to the water tank (51).

8. The water dispenser according to claim 7, characterized in that, The water tank adapter (8) is retractable.

9. The water dispenser according to claim 7, characterized in that, The body assembly (91) is detachably provided with a side door assembly (92) suitable for covering the water tank (51).

10. The water dispenser according to claim 7, characterized in that, The bottom of the bracket (1) forms a drain port (11) and a water inlet port (12). The water inlet port (12) and the drain port (11) are located on the same side of the filter element (6). The heat exchange module (4) is located on the other side of the filter element (6). The drain port (11) is connected to the filter element inlet (61). The water inlet port (12) is connected to the raw water inlet. The body assembly (91) has a support boss (913) that is suitable for supporting the raw water tank (52) at a position corresponding to the water inlet port (12) and the drain port (11). The support boss (913) has a second clearance port suitable for exposing the drain port (11) and a third clearance port suitable for exposing the water inlet port (12). The drain port (11) is connected to the raw water outlet. The water inlet port (12) is connected to the raw water inlet.

11. The water dispenser according to claim 7, characterized in that, The water dispenser also includes; A top cover assembly (93) that covers the fuselage assembly (91); and / or, Raw water tank cover (94), which is located above the raw water tank (52); and / or, The front housing assembly (95) is detachably connected to the front side of the bracket (1).

12. The water dispenser according to any one of claims 2-4, characterized in that, The water dispenser also includes a base assembly (96), and the bracket (1) is disposed on the base assembly (96).

13. The water dispenser according to claim 12, characterized in that, The water dispenser also includes a water receiving box assembly (97), which is located below the hot water outlet (404) and in front of the base assembly (96).

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