Rinsing control method for washing equipment and washing equipment

Abstract

This invention relates to the field of smart home appliance technology, specifically providing a rinsing control method and a washing machine for use in washing equipment. The aim is to solve the problem that existing washing equipment often inaccurately determines the number of rinsing cycles, resulting in unsatisfactory softening and smoothing effects on clothes. To this end, the rinsing control method of this invention includes the following steps: acquiring the functions to be executed by the washing equipment; determining, based on the functions to be executed, whether the softener dispensing function of the washing equipment is activated; if the softener dispensing function is activated, increasing the number of rinsing cycles of the washing equipment; determining whether the increased number of rinsing cycles reaches the preset number of rinsing cycles; and, based on the determination result, selectively determining either the increased number of rinsing cycles or the preset number of rinsing cycles as the target number of rinsing cycles. This accurately determines the target number of rinsing cycles, ensuring the rinsing effect of the washing machine and the softening effect of the clothes, thereby improving the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of smart home appliance technology, specifically providing a rinsing control method and a washing device for washing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Washing machines are common household appliances for washing clothes. Based on washing methods, they can be broadly categorized into top-loading (pulsator) washing machines and front-loading (drum) washing machines. To better meet user needs, many washing machines are equipped with a fabric softener dispenser, allowing users to add fabric softener during the final rinse cycle to soften and smooth clothes. However, users are often unsure how to set the number of rinses when adding fabric softener.

[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, invention patent CN113728134A discloses an improved fabric softener distribution method in a washing machine. Specifically, the control unit sets the number of rinse stages to be performed based on whether the softener signal receives a first value or a second value. The first value indicates that no amount of fabric softener will be delivered to the washing tub during the garment processing cycle; the second value indicates that an amount of fabric softener will be delivered to the washing tub during the garment processing cycle. However, in practical applications, to improve the softening and smoothing effect of the softener, it is necessary to rinse the detergent thoroughly before the final rinse. The number of rinses determined solely by whether or not softener is added cannot guarantee that the clothes will be rinsed clean, potentially leaving detergent residue. This affects the softening and smoothing effect of the clothes and is detrimental to the user experience.

[0004] Therefore, there is a need in the art for a new rinsing control method and a new washing device for washing equipment to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned technical problem, namely, to solve the problem that the number of rinsing cycles determined by existing washing equipment is inaccurate, resulting in unsatisfactory softening and smoothing effects on clothes.

[0006] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a rinsing control method for a washing machine, the rinsing control method comprising the following steps: acquiring a function to be executed of the washing machine; determining, based on the function to be executed, whether the softener dispensing function of the washing machine is activated; if the softener dispensing function is activated, increasing the number of rinsing cycles of the washing machine; determining whether the increased number of rinsing cycles reaches a preset number of rinsing cycles; and, based on the determination result, selectively determining the increased number of rinsing cycles or the preset number of rinsing cycles as a target number of rinsing cycles.

[0007] In the preferred embodiment of the above rinsing control method, the step of "selectively determining the increased number of rinsings or the preset number of rinsings as the target number of rinsings based on the judgment result" specifically includes: if the increased number of rinsings reaches the preset number of rinsings, then the increased number of rinsings is determined as the target number of rinsings; and / or if the increased number of rinsings does not reach the preset number of rinsings, then the preset number of rinsings is determined as the target number of rinsings.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned rinsing control method, the rinsing control method further includes: causing the washing equipment to perform rinsing operations according to the target number of rinsing operations and the preset rinsing water level; when the washing equipment operates to the preset rinsing stage, detecting whether the washing equipment has performed an imbalance correction operation; and selectively adjusting the remaining number of rinsing operations of the washing equipment based on the detection results.

[0009] In the preferred embodiment of the above rinsing control method, the step of "selectively adjusting the remaining number of rinses of the washing equipment according to the detection results" specifically includes: if the washing equipment has performed the imbalance correction operation, then the remaining number of rinses is reduced; and / or if the washing equipment has not performed the imbalance correction operation, then the remaining number of rinses is not adjusted.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned rinsing control method, the rinsing control method further includes: acquiring the washing water level of the washing equipment; and determining the preset rinsing water level corresponding to each rinsing operation performed by the washing equipment based on the washing water level and the rinsing stage in which the washing equipment is located.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned rinsing control method, the rinsing control method further includes: when the washing equipment performs the final rinsing, causing the washing equipment to perform a softener dispensing operation.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned rinsing control method, the rinsing control method further includes: obtaining the weight of the garment; and determining the preset number of rinsing cycles based on the weight.

[0013] In the preferred embodiment of the above rinsing control method, the step of "determining the preset number of rinsings based on the weight" specifically includes: determining whether the weight is greater than or equal to a preset weight; if the weight is greater than or equal to the preset weight, then determining the preset number of rinsings as m times; if the weight is less than the preset weight, then determining the preset number of rinsings as n times; wherein, m and n are both positive integers, and m > n.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned rinsing control method, the rinsing control method further includes: not adjusting the number of rinsing cycles of the washing equipment when it is determined that the softener dispensing function has not been activated.

[0015] In a second aspect, the present invention provides a washing device, the washing device comprising: a processor; a memory for storing a plurality of program codes; the program codes being adapted to be loaded by the processor and executed by the rinsing control method described in any one of the preferred technical solutions above.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment of the rinsing control method of the present invention, the following steps are taken: obtaining the function to be executed of the washing machine; determining whether the softener dispensing function of the washing machine is activated based on the function to be executed; increasing the number of rinsing cycles of the washing machine if the softener dispensing function is activated; determining whether the increased number of rinsing cycles reaches the preset number of rinsing cycles; and selectively determining the increased number of rinsing cycles or the preset number of rinsing cycles as the target number of rinsing cycles based on the determination result.

[0017] Compared to existing technologies that determine the number of rinses based on whether or not a softener is added, this invention increases the number of rinses when the softener addition function is activated. Based on whether the increased number of rinses reaches the preset number of rinses, it can accurately determine whether the increased number of rinses is sufficient to clean the clothes, avoid detergent residue, and effectively soften the clothes. Therefore, it selectively determines either the increased number of rinses or the preset number of rinses as the target number of rinses, accurately determining the target number of rinses, ensuring the washing effect of the washing machine and the softening effect of the clothes, thereby improving the user experience.

[0018] Furthermore, if the increased number of rinses reaches the preset number of rinses, it means that the increased number of rinses is relatively large. Running the rinsing operation according to the increased number of rinses can clean the clothes and avoid detergent residue, thereby ensuring the softening effect of the clothes. Therefore, the increased number of rinses is determined as the target number of rinses.

[0019] Furthermore, if the increased number of rinses does not reach the preset number of rinses, it means that the increased number of rinses is too few. Running the rinse operation according to the increased number of rinses may not be able to rinse the clothes clean and cannot guarantee the softening effect of the clothes. Therefore, the preset number of rinses is set as the target number of rinses, which further increases the number of rinses and ensures the rinsing effect of the washing machine and the softening effect of the clothes.

[0020] Furthermore, when the washing machine reaches the preset rinsing stage, it detects whether the washing machine has performed an imbalance correction operation. Based on the detection results, it can accurately determine whether the clothes have been rinsed clean and whether it needs to continue running according to the remaining number of rinses. Based on this, it selectively adjusts the remaining number of rinses, which not only ensures the rinsing effect of the washing machine, but also avoids water waste and further improves the user experience.

[0021] Furthermore, the preset rinsing water level is determined according to the washing water level and the number of rinsing cycles performed by the washing machine each time a rinsing operation is performed. That is, based on the washing water level, the rinsing water level is continuously adjusted according to different rinsing stages, which can rinse clothes more cleanly and thoroughly, and completely avoid detergent residue.

[0022] Furthermore, by obtaining the weight of the clothing, the preset number of rinses can be accurately determined based on the weight. This allows for a more accurate assessment of whether the increased number of rinses can effectively clean the clothing of that weight, prevent detergent residue, and soften the clothing. Attached Figure Description

[0023] The rinsing control method of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings and in conjunction with a washing machine. In the accompanying drawings:

[0024] Figure 1 This is the main flowchart of the rinsing control method of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 This is the flowchart of the rinsing control method for determining the preset number of rinsing cycles according to the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0026] Figure 3 This is the flowchart of the rinsing control method for determining the preset number of rinsing cycles according to the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a flowchart of the rinsing control method for determining the target number of rinsing cycles according to the present invention;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a complete flowchart of the rinsing control method of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 6 This is a flowchart of the rinsing control method of selectively adjusting the remaining number of rinsing cycles according to the present invention;

[0030] Figure 7 This is a logic diagram of the rinsing control method of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0031] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. For example, although this application is described in conjunction with a washing machine, the technical solution of the present invention is not limited thereto. In practical applications, the washing equipment can also be any type of clothing washing equipment such as a washer-dryer combo, a steam washing machine, or a shoe washing machine. The washing machine can be a top-loading washing machine, a front-loading washing machine, etc.

[0032] It should be noted that in the description of this invention, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0033] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the term "setup" should be interpreted broadly. For example, it can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it 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.

[0034] Based on the technical problems mentioned in the background art, the present invention provides a rinsing control method for a washing machine. The method aims to determine whether the increased number of rinses, when the softener dispensing function is activated, effectively cleans the clothes, avoids detergent residue, and softens the clothes properly, based on whether the increased number of rinses reaches a preset number of rinses. Therefore, the increased number of rinses or the preset number of rinses can be selectively determined as the target number of rinses, ensuring the rinsing effect and softening effect of the clothes, thereby improving the user experience.

[0035] First see Figures 1 to 3 The rinsing control method of the present invention will be described. Figure 1 This is the main flowchart of the rinsing control method of the present invention; Figure 2 This is the flowchart of the rinsing control method for determining the preset number of rinsing cycles according to the present invention. Figure 1 ; Figure 3 This is the flowchart of the rinsing control method for determining the preset number of rinsing cycles according to the present invention. Figure 2 .

[0036] like Figure 1 As shown, the rinsing control method of the present invention includes the following steps:

[0037] S100: Obtain the functions to be executed by the washing machine;

[0038] S200: Based on the functions to be executed, determine whether the softener dispensing function of the washing machine has been activated;

[0039] S300. If it is determined that the softener dispensing function is activated, increase the number of rinses in the washing machine.

[0040] S400: Determine whether the increased number of rinses has reached the preset number of rinses;

[0041] S500. Based on the judgment result, selectively determine the increased number of rinses or the preset number of rinses as the target number of rinses.

[0042] In step S100, after the washing machine starts, the user sets a washing and care program or the washing machine recommends a washing and care program, and obtains the corresponding functions to be executed for that program. These functions include, but are not limited to, washing, rinsing, water filling, draining, spin-drying, automatic fabric softener dispensing, and other functions. Washing machines with a drying function may also include a drying function. The automatic fabric softener dispensing function can mean that fabric softener is placed in the dispenser or that an automatic fabric softener dispensing program has been set.

[0043] In step S200, if the function to be executed includes the fabric softener dispensing function, it means that the user has already set up the fabric softener dispensing function, or the washing machine's recommended washing and care program has a built-in fabric softener dispensing function, or fabric softener is placed in the fabric softener dispensing box. Therefore, it can be determined that the fabric softener dispensing function has been activated. If the function to be executed does not include the fabric softener dispensing function, it means that the user has not set up the fabric softener dispensing function, or the washing machine's recommended washing and care program does not have the fabric softener dispensing function set up, or fabric softener is not placed in the fabric softener dispensing box. Therefore, it can be determined that the fabric softener dispensing function has not been activated.

[0044] In step S300, assuming the user has set a washing and care program with two rinse cycles, one more rinse cycle is added, bringing the total number of rinse cycles to three. Alternatively, if the washing machine recommends a washing and care program with three rinse cycles, one more rinse cycle is added, bringing the total number of rinse cycles to four. Of course, the added rinse cycle is not limited to one; it can be two or three more, or other cycles. Those skilled in the art can flexibly adjust and set the added rinse cycle number according to actual usage needs.

[0045] In step S400, the preset number of rinsing cycles can be determined in the following ways, such as... Figure 2 As shown, specifically:

[0046] S411, Obtain the weight of the clothing;

[0047] S412. Determine the preset number of rinses based on the weight.

[0048] In step S411, the weight of the clothes input by the user is obtained; or, the weight of the clothes is detected by the washing machine, for example, by weighing the clothes using a weight sensor; or, after the drive motor rotates to a certain speed and stops rotating, the weight of the clothes is estimated by reading the number of back electromotive force pulses generated by the drive motor. Regardless of the method used, as long as the weight of the clothes can be determined, it is acceptable.

[0049] like Figure 3 As shown, step S412, "determining the preset number of rinses based on weight," specifically includes:

[0050] S421. Determine whether the weight is greater than or equal to the preset weight; if yes, proceed to step S422; if no, proceed to step S423.

[0051] S422. Set the preset number of rinsing cycles to m times;

[0052] S423. Set the preset number of rinsing cycles to n times;

[0053] Where m and n are both positive integers, and m > n.

[0054] In step S422, if the weight is greater than or equal to the preset weight, for example, the preset weight is 4kg and the weight of the clothes is 5kg, it means that the clothes are heavier and require more detergent. Therefore, more rinsing times are required to clean the clothes with more detergent. Thus, the preset number of rinsing times is set to m times, for example, 4 times or 5 times, or other numbers.

[0055] In step S423, if the weight is less than the preset weight, for example, the preset weight is 4kg and the weight of the clothes is 3kg, it means that the clothes are lighter and require less detergent. Therefore, the number of rinses required to clean the clothes with less detergent is also less. Thus, the preset number of rinses is set to n times, for example, 2 times or 3 times.

[0056] It should be noted that the clothing weight, preset weight, and preset number of rinses listed above are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Those skilled in the art can flexibly adjust and set the preset weight and preset number of rinses according to usage needs in practical applications, and determine the clothing weight based on actual test results.

[0057] It should be noted that in the above process, steps S422 and S423 are not sequential but parallel, and are only related to the judgment result of whether the weight of the clothing is greater than or equal to the preset weight. The corresponding steps can be executed according to different judgment results.

[0058] Alternatively, in an alternative implementation, the step of "determining the preset number of rinses based on weight" specifically includes: determining the preset weight range in which the weight of the garment falls, and determining the preset number of rinses based on the preset weight range in which the weight of the garment falls. For example, if the weight of the garment is 2kg, which falls within the first preset weight range of 0kg to 3kg, the preset number of rinses is 2; if the weight of the garment is 4kg, which falls within the first preset weight range of 3kg to 6kg, the preset number of rinses is 3; if the weight of the garment is 7kg, which falls within the first preset weight range of 6kg to 8kg, the preset number of rinses is 4, and so on.

[0059] It should be noted that the method for determining the preset number of rinses is not limited to the methods listed above. Other methods can also be used to determine the preset number of rinses. Regardless of the method used, as long as the preset number of rinses can be determined, it is acceptable.

[0060] See below. Figure 4 The rinsing control method for determining the target number of rinsing cycles of the present invention is described herein. Figure 4 This is a flowchart of the rinsing control method for determining the target number of rinsing cycles according to the present invention.

[0061] like Figure 4 As shown, step S500, "selectively determining the increased number of rinses or the preset number of rinses as the target number of rinses based on the judgment result," specifically includes:

[0062] S511. If the increased number of rinsing cycles reaches the preset number of rinsing cycles, then the increased number of rinsing cycles will be determined as the target number of rinsing cycles.

[0063] S512. If the increased number of rinses does not reach the preset number of rinses, then the preset number of rinses is set as the target number of rinses.

[0064] In step S511, if the increased number of rinses reaches the preset number of rinses, for example, if the preset number of rinses is 3 times and the increased number of rinses is 3 times, it means that the increased number of rinses is too many. Running the rinsing operation according to the increased number of rinses can clean the clothes, thereby ensuring the softening effect of the clothes. Therefore, the increased number of rinses is determined as the target number of rinses.

[0065] In step S512, if the increased number of rinses does not reach the preset number of rinses, for example, if the preset number of rinses is 4 and the increased number of rinses is 3, it means that the increased number of rinses is too few. Running the rinse operation according to the increased number of rinses may not be able to rinse the clothes clean and cannot guarantee the softening effect of the clothes. Therefore, the preset number of rinses is set as the target number of rinses, and the number of rinses is further increased to ensure the rinsing effect of the washing machine and the softening effect of the clothes.

[0066] It should be noted that the increased number of rinsing cycles and the preset number of rinsing cycles listed above are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Those skilled in the art can flexibly adjust and set the preset number of rinsing cycles according to usage requirements in practical applications, and determine the increased number of rinsing cycles based on the actual adjustment results.

[0067] It should be noted that in the above process, steps S511 and S512 are not sequential but parallel, and are only related to the judgment result of whether the increased number of rinsing times reaches the preset number of rinsing times. The corresponding steps can be executed according to different judgment results.

[0068] The following reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 The rinsing control method of the present invention is further described below. Figure 5 This is a complete flowchart of the rinsing control method of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a flowchart of the rinsing control method of selectively adjusting the remaining number of rinsing cycles according to the present invention.

[0069] like Figure 5 As shown, after the washing machine determines the target number of rinses, the rinsing control method also includes:

[0070] S611. Make the washing machine perform rinsing operations according to the target number of rinses and the preset rinsing water level;

[0071] The preset rinse water level is determined based on the washing water level and the current rinsing stage of the washing machine. For example, if the washing water level is level four and the target number of rinses is three, the preset rinse water level for the first rinse is level five; for the second rinse, it is level six; and for the third rinse, it is level seven. In other words, the preset rinse water level for each rinse operation is determined based on the washing water level and the current rinsing stage of the washing machine. Each preset rinse water level is one or two levels higher than the water level of the previous washing or rinsing operation.

[0072] Continue reading Figure 5 The rinsing control methods also include:

[0073] S612. When the washing machine reaches the preset rinsing stage, check whether the washing machine has performed an imbalance correction operation.

[0074] S613. Based on the test results, selectively adjust the remaining number of rinses in the washing machine.

[0075] The preset rinsing stage is the stage before the penultimate rinsing cycle begins. Since the softener dispensing function is usually performed during the final rinsing cycle, it's necessary to determine in advance whether to adjust the remaining rinsing cycles. Preferably, the preset rinsing stage is the stage after the third-to-last rinsing cycle ends and before the penultimate rinsing cycle begins. This allows for accurate detection of whether the washing machine has performed an imbalance correction operation without affecting subsequent softener dispensing.

[0076] The imbalance correction operations include imbalance correction operations after washing-spinning drum impact, rinsing imbalance correction operations, imbalance correction operations after the first rinsing-spinning drum impact, imbalance correction operations after the second rinsing-spinning drum impact, and other imbalance correction operations.

[0077] like Figure 6 As shown, step S613, "selectively adjusting the remaining number of rinses in the washing machine based on the detection results," specifically includes:

[0078] S621. If the washing machine has performed an imbalance correction operation, reduce the remaining number of rinse cycles.

[0079] S622. If the washing machine has not performed an imbalance correction operation, the remaining number of rinses of the washing machine will not be adjusted.

[0080] In step S621, if the washing machine has performed an imbalance correction operation, it means that the washing machine has collided with the drum. After the collision, a balancing water flow was injected to disperse and shake the clothes evenly, making the clothes evenly distributed in the washing drum. Therefore, it can be considered that the injected balancing water flow is equivalent to rinsing the clothes once. Thus, the number of remaining rinses can be reduced. For example, if there are 2 remaining rinses, 1 less remaining rinse can be performed, and only 1 more rinse can be performed. This not only ensures the rinsing effect of the washing machine, but also avoids water waste and further improves the user experience.

[0081] In step S622, if the washing machine has not performed an imbalance correction operation, it means that the washing machine has not collided with the drum and has not injected a balancing water flow to scatter and shake the clothes evenly. It can continue to run according to the remaining number of rinses, without adjusting the remaining number of rinses. For example, if there are 2 rinses left, then perform 2 more rinses.

[0082] It should be noted that the remaining number of rinses listed above is merely exemplary and not restrictive. Those skilled in the art can flexibly adjust and set the remaining number of rinses according to usage requirements in practical applications.

[0083] It should be noted that in the above process, steps S621 and S622 are not sequential but parallel, and are only related to the judgment result of whether the washing machine has performed an imbalance correction operation. The corresponding steps can be executed according to different judgment results.

[0084] See again Figure 5 and combined Figure 6 Whether it is determined in step S621 to perform one more rinse or determined in step S622 to perform two more rinses, in the case where the washing machine performs the final rinse, the rinse control method further includes:

[0085] S700, causes the washing machine to perform a softener dispensing operation.

[0086] In step S700, when the washing machine is performing its final rinse, water is added to the softener dispenser, and the softener is added by flushing the softener in the dispenser into the washing tub of the washing machine.

[0087] See again Figure 5 In cases where the softener dispensing function is determined to be inactive, the rinsing control method further includes:

[0088] S800, do not adjust the number of rinse cycles in the washing machine.

[0089] If the fabric softener dispensing function is determined to be inactive, it means that the user has not set the fabric softener dispensing function, or the washing machine's recommended washing and care program does not have the fabric softener dispensing function set, or there is no fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser. In any case, the washing machine will not dispense fabric softener to soften the clothes. The number of rinses set by the user or the number of rinses corresponding to the washing and care program is sufficient to meet the rinsing requirements without adding fabric softener, and there is no need to adjust the number of rinses of the washing machine.

[0090] It should be noted that in the above process, steps S300 and S800 are not sequential but parallel, and are only related to the judgment result of whether the softener dispensing function is activated. The corresponding steps can be executed according to different judgment results.

[0091] The following reference Figure 7 This paper describes one possible control flow of the present invention. Figure 7 This is a logic diagram of the rinsing control method of the present invention.

[0092] like Figure 7 As shown, a possible complete process of the rinsing control method of the present invention is as follows:

[0093] S901. After the washing machine starts running, obtain the functions to be executed by the washing machine;

[0094] S902. Based on the function to be executed, determine whether the softener dispensing function of the washing machine is activated; if yes, proceed to step S903; if no, proceed to step S912.

[0095] S903. Increase the number of rinses in the washing machine, and the increased number of rinses is N1;

[0096] S904. Determine if N1 ≥ preset number of rinses N0. If yes, proceed to step S905; if no, proceed to step S906. Wherein, N0 is determined based on the weight of the garment.

[0097] S905, Determine N1 as the target number of rinsing cycles;

[0098] S906. Set N0 as the target number of rinsing cycles;

[0099] After step S905 or step S906, step S907 is executed;

[0100] S907. Make the washing machine perform rinsing operations according to the target number of rinses and the preset rinsing water level;

[0101] When the washing machine reaches the preset rinsing stage, step S908 is executed;

[0102] S908. Check if the washing machine has performed an imbalance correction operation; if yes, proceed to step S909; if no, proceed to step S910.

[0103] S909. Reduce the number of remaining rinse cycles in the washing machine;

[0104] S910. Do not adjust the remaining rinse cycles of the washing machine;

[0105] If the washing machine is performing its final rinse, proceed to step S911;

[0106] S911. To cause the washing machine to perform the softener dispensing operation;

[0107] S912. Do not adjust the number of rinse cycles in the washing machine.

[0108] It should be noted that the above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention, used only to illustrate the principle of the method of the present invention, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. In practical applications, those skilled in the art can allocate the above functions to different steps as needed, that is, further decompose or combine the steps in the embodiments of the present invention. For example, the steps in the above embodiments can be combined into one step, or further divided into multiple sub-steps to complete all or part of the functions described above. The names of the steps involved in the embodiments of the present invention are merely for distinguishing the various steps and are not considered as limitations on the present invention.

[0109] In addition, the present invention also provides a washing machine, which includes a processor and a memory, the memory being used to store multiple program codes; wherein the program is loaded by the processor and executed by any of the rinsing control methods described above.

[0110] The technical solution of the present invention has been described above with reference to the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the scope of protection of the present invention is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principles of the present invention, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after such changes or substitutions will all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A rinsing control method for washing equipment, characterized in that, The rinsing control method includes the following steps: Obtain the functions to be executed from the washing equipment; Based on the function to be executed, determine whether the softener dispensing function of the washing equipment is activated; If it is determined that the softener dispensing function is activated, the number of rinses in the washing equipment is increased; Determine whether the increased number of rinses has reached the preset number of rinses; Based on the judgment result, the increased number of rinses or the preset number of rinses may be selectively determined as the target number of rinses, specifically including: If the increased number of rinses does not reach the preset number of rinses, then the preset number of rinses is determined as the target number of rinses; The rinsing control method further includes: The washing equipment performs a rinsing operation according to the target number of rinsing cycles and the preset rinsing water level; When the washing equipment reaches the preset rinsing stage, it is detected whether the washing equipment has performed an imbalance correction operation. Based on the test results, the remaining number of rinses in the washing equipment is selectively adjusted, specifically including: If the washing equipment has performed the imbalance correction operation, the remaining number of rinses is reduced.

2. The rinsing control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The step of "selectively determining the increased number of rinses or the preset number of rinses as the target number of rinses based on the judgment result" specifically includes: If the increased number of rinses reaches the preset number of rinses, then the increased number of rinses is determined as the target number of rinses.

3. The rinsing control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The step of "selectively adjusting the remaining number of rinses of the washing equipment based on the test results" specifically includes: If the washing equipment has not performed the imbalance correction operation, the remaining number of rinses will not be adjusted.

4. The rinsing control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rinsing control method further includes: Obtain the washing water level of the washing equipment; The preset rinsing water level is determined based on the washing water level and the rinsing stage of the washing equipment. The preset rinsing water level is determined for each rinsing operation performed by the washing equipment.

5. The rinsing control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rinsing control method further includes: When the washing equipment performs its final rinse, the washing equipment is then instructed to add a softener.

6. The rinsing control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rinsing control method further includes: Get the weight of the clothing; The preset number of rinses is determined based on the weight.

7. The rinsing control method according to claim 6, characterized in that, The step of "determining the preset number of rinses based on the weight" specifically includes: Determine whether the weight is greater than or equal to a preset weight; If the weight is greater than or equal to the preset weight, then the preset number of rinses is determined to be m times; If the weight is less than the preset weight, then the preset number of rinses is set to n times; Wherein, m and n are both positive integers, and m > n.

8. The rinsing control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rinsing control method further includes: If it is determined that the softener dispensing function is not activated, the number of rinses in the washing equipment will not be adjusted.

9. A washing apparatus, the washing apparatus comprising: processor; Memory, used to store multiple lines of program code; The program code is characterized in that it is adapted to be loaded by the processor and executed as the rinsing control method according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

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