Washing control methods for cleaning equipment and cleaning equipment

Abstract

This invention discloses a washing control method and a cleaning device for a cleaning apparatus. The washing control method includes a washing stage, a first rinsing stage, a second rinsing stage, and a third rinsing stage performed sequentially in time. In the first, second, and third rinsing stages, the amount of rinsing liquid in the washing container decreases sequentially. At least in the second rinsing stage, the fluid entering the component rotates to cause air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container to burst. In the third rinsing stage, a heating device is activated to cause air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container to burst. According to the washing control method of this invention, the rinsing effect on items to be cleaned, such as clothing, is improved, the cleanliness of the items to be cleaned, such as clothing, is enhanced, and the user experience is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of cleaning equipment technology, and in particular to a washing control method and cleaning equipment for cleaning equipment. Background Technology

[0002] As people's demands for quality of life increase, using washing machines and shoe washers to clean items such as clothes and shoes is becoming a new lifestyle. However, in the rinsing process of these machines, the rinsing effect on items such as clothes is poor, resulting in inadequate cleanliness and negatively impacting the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, one object of this invention is to provide a washing control method for a cleaning device that improves the rinsing effect of the cleaning device on items to be cleaned, such as clothing, enhances the cleanliness of the items to be cleaned, such as clothing, and improves the user experience.

[0004] Another object of the present invention is to provide a cleaning device employing the washing control method of the above-described cleaning device.

[0005] A washing control method for a cleaning device according to a first aspect of the present invention includes: the cleaning device includes a washing container, a fluid extraction component for extracting fluid from the washing container to create a negative pressure inside the washing container, a fluid inlet component, and a heating device for heating the inside of the washing container, wherein the fluid is adapted to enter the washing container through the fluid inlet component under the action of negative pressure, and the fluid inlet component is driven to rotate during the process of the fluid flowing from the fluid inlet component to the washing container;

[0006] The washing control method includes a washing stage, a first rinsing stage, a second rinsing stage, and a third rinsing stage performed sequentially in time. At least in the second rinsing stage, the fluid inlet component rotates to cause the air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container to burst, and in the third rinsing stage, the heating device is activated to cause the air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container to burst.

[0007] The washing control method for a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention divides the washing control process into four stages: a washing stage, a first rinsing stage, a second rinsing stage, and a third rinsing stage. In the second rinsing stage, fluid enters the component and rotates to cause air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container to burst. In the third rinsing stage, a heating device is activated. This improves the rinsing effect of the cleaning device on items to be cleaned, such as clothing, enhances the cleanliness of the items, and improves the user experience.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, during the cleaning stage, the heating device is activated to heat the liquid in the washing container;

[0009] The cleaning phase includes at least one of a deep cleaning mode and an ultra-fast cleaning mode.

[0010] In the deep cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container reaches the first deep cleaning preset temperature, the fluid extraction component is intermittently activated, and the liquid temperature in the washing container is controlled to be maintained within the first deep cleaning preset temperature range, wherein the lower limit of the first deep cleaning preset temperature range is higher than the first deep cleaning preset temperature.

[0011] In the ultra-fast cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container reaches the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature, the fluid extraction component is activated, and the liquid temperature in the washing container is controlled to be maintained within the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range, wherein the lower limit of the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range is higher than the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the deep cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container reaches the first deep cleaning preset temperature, the deep cleaning duration of the deep cleaning mode starts to count down. The deep cleaning duration includes a first deep cleaning duration performed in chronological order and at least one second deep cleaning duration. During the deep cleaning duration, the liquid temperature in the washing container is maintained within the range of the first deep cleaning preset temperature.

[0013] Within the first deep cleaning duration, the fluid extraction component is activated for every first sub-deep cleaning duration and continues for a second sub-deep cleaning duration, where the second sub-deep cleaning duration is less than the first sub-deep cleaning duration.

[0014] Starting from the second deep cleaning duration, the fluid extraction component is activated and continues for a third sub-deep cleaning duration. After that, the fluid extraction component stops working and continues for a fourth sub-deep cleaning duration.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the deep cleaning duration further includes a third deep cleaning duration following the second deep cleaning duration.

[0016] Starting from the third deep cleaning duration, the fluid extraction component stops working, the heating device stops heating, and the liquid in the washing container is discharged. The fluid extraction component is activated again in the later stage of the discharge of the liquid in the washing container.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the ultra-fast cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container reaches the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature, the fluid extraction component is activated and continues for a first ultra-fast cleaning duration, and the liquid temperature in the washing container is maintained within the range of the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature during the first ultra-fast cleaning duration.

[0018] After the first ultra-fast cleaning time, the fluid extraction component stops working, the heating device stops heating, and the liquid in the washing container is discharged. The fluid extraction component is activated in the later stage of the discharge of the liquid in the washing container.

[0019] According to some embodiments of the present invention, when the cleaning device is in the ultra-fast cleaning mode, the amount of rinsing liquid in the washing container decreases sequentially in the first rinsing stage, the second rinsing stage, and the third rinsing stage.

[0020] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the first rinsing stage, the water inlet valve of the cleaning device is opened, and the amount of liquid entering the washing container is detected;

[0021] When the liquid volume reaches the first preset amount, the water inlet valve is closed, the fluid extraction component is started, and the rinsing continues for the first rinsing time.

[0022] When the liquid volume does not reach the first preset amount within the detection time, the water shortage indicator light will illuminate, and the cleaning equipment will stop after the first preset time.

[0023] During the second rinsing stage, the water inlet valve is opened, and the amount of liquid entering the washing container is detected.

[0024] When the liquid volume reaches the second preset amount, the water inlet valve is closed, the fluid extraction component is started and runs continuously for the second rinsing duration, where the second preset amount is less than the first preset amount and the second rinsing duration is less than the first rinsing duration.

[0025] When the liquid volume does not reach the second preset amount within the detection time, the water shortage indicator light illuminates, and the cleaning equipment stops after the first preset time.

[0026] In the third rinsing stage, the water inlet valve is opened, and the amount of liquid entering the washing container is detected.

[0027] When the liquid volume reaches the third preset amount, the water inlet valve is closed, the fluid extraction component is started and runs continuously for the third rinsing time. The third preset amount is less than the second preset amount, and the third rinsing time is less than the second rinsing time.

[0028] When the liquid volume does not reach the third preset amount within the detection time, the water shortage indicator light illuminates, and the cleaning equipment stops after the first preset time.

[0029] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the washing control method further includes a self-cleaning mode, which includes a self-cleaning phase and a rinsing phase.

[0030] During the self-cleaning phase, the liquid in the washing container is drained, and the fluid extraction assembly is activated later in the process of draining the liquid in the washing container.

[0031] After the drainage is completed, the cleaning liquid is drawn into the washing container, the water inlet valve of the cleaning equipment is opened, and the amount of liquid entering the washing container is detected.

[0032] When the liquid volume reaches the fourth preset amount, the fluid extraction component is activated;

[0033] After the fluid extraction component has been running for a second preset time, the fluid extraction component is turned off and the liquid in the washing container is discharged.

[0034] The self-cleaning stage includes at least one of an ultra-fast self-cleaning mode and a deep self-cleaning mode. In the deep self-cleaning mode, there are multiple rinsing stages; in the ultra-fast self-cleaning mode, there is one rinsing stage.

[0035] According to some embodiments of the present invention, after the liquid in the washing container is drained, the heating device and the fluid extraction assembly are activated to dry the interior of the washing container.

[0036] A cleaning apparatus according to a second aspect of the present invention includes a washing control method for the cleaning apparatus according to the first aspect of the present invention described above.

[0037] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0038] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0039] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the internal circulation of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 4 This is a flowchart of a washing control method for a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 5 This is a flowchart of a deep cleaning mode of a washing control method for a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0044] Figure 6 This is a flowchart of an ultra-fast cleaning mode of a washing control method for a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] Figure 7 This is a flowchart of the self-cleaning stage of the washing control method for a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 8 This is a flowchart of the self-cleaning stage of a washing control method for a cleaning device according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0047] Figure label:

[0048] 100: Cleaning equipment;

[0049] 1: Washing container; 11: Containment space; 2: Fluid extraction assembly; 3: Fluid inlet assembly; 4: Heating device. Detailed Implementation

[0050] The following is for reference. Figures 1-8 A washing control method for a cleaning device 100 according to an embodiment of the first aspect of the present invention is described.

[0051] like Figures 1-8 As shown, according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the cleaning device 100 includes a washing container 1, a fluid extraction component 2 for extracting fluid from the washing container 1 to create a negative pressure inside the washing container 1, a fluid inlet component 3, and a heating device 4 for heating the inside of the washing container 1.

[0052] Specifically, the fluid is adapted to enter the washing container 1 through the fluid inlet component 3 under negative pressure, and the fluid drives the fluid inlet component 3 to rotate as it flows from the fluid inlet component 3 to the washing container 1. For example, in Figures 1-3 In the example, the washing container 1 defines a receiving space 11, which is used to hold cleaning solution and items to be cleaned, such as clothing. A fluid inlet assembly 3 is rotatably disposed at the bottom of the washing container 1, and the fluid inlet assembly 3 is driven to rotate as it flows through it. The fluid inlet assembly 3 is used to connect or disconnect from an external water source, and is also in communication with the receiving space 11 of the washing container 1.

[0053] When water needs to be injected into the containment space 11, an external water source can flow into the containment space 11 through the fluid inlet component 3 for use by the cleaning equipment 100. When water does not need to be injected into the containment space 11, the fluid inlet component 3 and the external water source are disconnected, and the cleaning equipment 100 can then perform cleaning operations.

[0054] The heating device 4 is used to heat the fluid inside the washing container 1, which can effectively improve the washing effect and thus increase the rinsing efficiency. Optionally, the heating device 4 can be located between the fluid inlet component 3 and the washing container 1, that is, the heating device 4 can be located in the flow path of the fluid flowing from the outside to the fluid inlet component 3, and / or the heating device 4 can be located at the bottom of the washing container 1.

[0055] Reference Figures 2-3 The fluid extraction component 2 is used to extract the fluid from the washing container 1 to create a negative pressure inside the washing container 1. Fluid outside the washing container 1 is then drawn into the washing container 1 through the fluid inlet component 3 under the influence of this negative pressure. At this time, the fluid exerts a reaction force on the fluid inlet component 3, driving it to rotate. After flowing out of the washing container 1, the fluid passes through the fluid extraction component 2 and the heating device 4, and then through the fluid inlet component 3 back into the washing container 1. Thus, the washing container 1, the fluid extraction component 2, the heating device 4, and the fluid inlet component 3 form a closed loop, and the fluid inside the washing container 1 completes one internal circulation (e.g., ...). Figure 3 (The direction indicated by the middle arrow A). Thus, the fluid within the containment space 11 can be recycled through internal circulation, which can reduce the loss of fluid heat and improve the utilization rate of the fluid within the containment space 11, thereby achieving the effect of warm water washing and improving the cleaning effect of the cleaning equipment 100.

[0056] In addition, by using the reaction force of the fluid on the fluid inlet component 3 to drive the fluid inlet component 3 to rotate, the cleaning equipment 100 can be prevented from shaking during use, reducing noise and improving the user experience.

[0057] The washing control method includes a washing stage, a first rinsing stage, a second rinsing stage and a third rinsing stage performed sequentially in time. In the second rinsing stage, at least the fluid entering component 3 rotates to cause the air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container 1 to burst, and in the third rinsing stage, the heating device 4 is activated to cause the air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container 1 to burst.

[0058] Specifically, refer to Figure 4During the cleaning phase, the items to be cleaned, such as clothing, are first placed in the receiving space 11. Then, water and cleaning solution are added for cleaning to remove stains from the items. After cleaning, a series of rinsing stages are performed. Since the cleaning solution used in the cleaning phase generates a large amount of foam during use, the rinsing stage is necessary to remove the foam generated in the cleaning phase, thereby rinsing the items to be cleaned, such as clothing.

[0059] During the second rinsing stage, when the items to be cleaned, such as clothes, are rotated, the foam adhering to the surface of the rinsing liquid is carried to the inner wall of the washing container 1, causing the foam to break and further reducing the amount of foam on the receiving space 11 and the items to be cleaned.

[0060] After the second rinsing stage, a very small amount of foam remains. When entering the third rinsing stage, the heating device 4 is activated to heat the rinsing liquid in the washing container 1. Under the action of heating, the foam dissipates and breaks down, further improving the rinsing efficiency of items to be cleaned, such as clothes, thereby improving the cleanliness of items to be cleaned, such as clothes.

[0061] According to the washing control method of the cleaning device 100 of the present invention, the washing control method of the cleaning device 100 is divided into four stages: a washing stage, a first rinsing stage, a second rinsing stage, and a third rinsing stage. In the second rinsing stage, fluid enters the component 3 and rotates to cause the air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container 1 to burst. In the third rinsing stage, the heating device is turned on. This improves the rinsing effect of the cleaning device 100 on items to be cleaned, such as clothing, enhances the cleanliness of the items to be cleaned, such as clothing, and improves the user experience.

[0062] According to some embodiments of the present invention, during the cleaning stage, the heating device 4 is activated to heat the liquid in the washing container 1. This configuration allows the heating device 4 to heat the fluid flowing out from the fluid extraction component 2. The heated fluid then flows into the washing container 1, increasing the temperature of the fluid in the washing container 1 to create a warm water washing effect. This facilitates the mixing of the cleaning solution with the fluid in the washing container 1, improving the washing effect. Furthermore, it enhances the applicability of the cleaning equipment 100 in low indoor and outdoor temperatures, such as during winter.

[0063] The cleaning phase includes at least one of the deep cleaning mode and the ultra-fast cleaning mode.

[0064] In deep cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 reaches the first deep cleaning preset temperature, the fluid extraction component 2 is intermittently activated, and the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is controlled to be maintained within the first deep cleaning preset temperature range, the lower limit of the first deep cleaning preset temperature range being higher than the first deep cleaning preset temperature.

[0065] Reference Figure 5When the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is lower than the preset temperature for the first deep cleaning, the time required for the cleaning liquid to achieve uniform dispersion in the fluid in the washing container 1 is relatively long, resulting in low cleaning efficiency. Therefore, when the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 reaches the preset temperature for the first deep cleaning, the fluid extraction component 2 is intermittently activated to ensure that the liquid in the washing container 1 fully wets the clothes. At the same time, the sound of the fluid extraction component 2 being activated is used to signal to the user that the cleaning equipment 100 is currently in operation.

[0066] For example, when the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 reaches 30°C, the fluid extraction component 2 is intermittently activated.

[0067] When the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is lower than the preset temperature range for the first deep cleaning, the low liquid temperature results in a low reaction efficiency between the stains on the clothes and the cleaning solution, leading to low cleaning efficiency. When the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is higher than the preset temperature range for the first deep cleaning, the liquid can easily scald the items to be cleaned, such as clothes, thereby reducing their lifespan. Therefore, controlling the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 within the preset temperature range for the first deep cleaning improves cleaning efficiency while effectively preventing scalding of the items to be cleaned.

[0068] Therefore, by detecting the liquid temperature in the washing container 1, the liquid temperature is controlled within the preset temperature range of the first deep cleaning, and the cleaning liquid can fully dissolve the stains on the clothes, thereby improving the cleaning efficiency of the cleaning equipment for items such as clothes.

[0069] In the ultra-fast cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 reaches the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated, and the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is controlled to be maintained within the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range, where the lower limit of the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range is higher than the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature.

[0070] Reference Figure 6 When the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is lower than the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature, the time required for the cleaning liquid to achieve uniform dispersion in the fluid in the washing container 1 is relatively long, resulting in low cleaning efficiency. Therefore, when the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 reaches the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature, the fluid extraction component 2 is intermittently activated to ensure that the liquid in the washing container 1 fully wets the clothes. At the same time, the sound of the fluid extraction component 2 being activated is used to inform the user that the cleaning device 100 is currently in working condition.

[0071] For example, when the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 reaches 30°C, the fluid extraction component 2 is intermittently activated. When the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is lower than the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range, the low liquid temperature results in low reaction efficiency between the stains on the clothes and the cleaning solution. When the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is higher than the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range, the liquid can easily scald the items to be cleaned, thus reducing their lifespan. Therefore, controlling the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 within the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range improves the efficiency of ultra-fast cleaning while effectively preventing scalding of the items to be cleaned.

[0072] Therefore, by detecting the liquid temperature inside the washing container 1 and controlling it within the first preset ultra-fast cleaning temperature range, the cleaning fluid can fully dissolve stains on the clothes, improving the cleaning efficiency of the cleaning equipment on items such as clothes, shortening the washing time, and completing the ultra-fast cleaning. Furthermore, in the deep cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature inside the washing container 1 reaches the first preset deep cleaning temperature, the deep cleaning time of the deep cleaning mode begins to count down. The deep cleaning time includes the first deep cleaning time performed sequentially in time and at least one second deep cleaning time. During the deep cleaning time, the liquid temperature inside the washing container 1 remains within the first preset deep cleaning temperature range.

[0073] During the first deep cleaning time, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated for every first sub-deep cleaning time and continues for the second sub-deep cleaning time, which is less than the first sub-deep cleaning time.

[0074] Starting from the second deep cleaning duration, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated and continues for the third sub-deep cleaning duration. After that, the fluid extraction component 2 stops working and continues for the fourth sub-deep cleaning duration.

[0075] For example, in Figure 5 In the example, in the deep cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is detected to reach 30°C, the deep cleaning time of the deep cleaning mode starts counting down, and the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is controlled within the first deep cleaning preset temperature range, which can be 60°C to 70°C. The first deep cleaning time is performed sequentially, for example, 10 minutes, and at least one second deep cleaning time is performed, for example, 4 minutes.

[0076] Within the first deep cleaning duration, the first sub-deep cleaning duration can be selected as 5 minutes. That is, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated every 5 minutes and continues for the second sub-deep cleaning duration, such as 5 seconds, so that the cleaning fluid can fully react with the stains on the items to be cleaned, such as clothing, to achieve deep cleaning. At the same time, it reminds the user that the cleaning device 100 is in working condition.

[0077] Starting from the second depth cleaning duration, fluid extraction component 2 starts and continues for a third sub-depth cleaning duration, for example, 4 minutes. After that, fluid extraction component 2 stops working and continues for a fourth sub-depth cleaning duration, for example, 30 seconds. That is, fluid extraction component 2 stops working for 30 seconds every 4 minutes.

[0078] During the third deep cleaning cycle, the rotation of the fluid entering component 3 is accelerated, thereby quickly removing stains from the items to be cleaned, such as clothing, further improving the cleanliness of the items and enhancing the cleaning effect of the cleaning solution. The fluid extraction component 2 stops working, reducing the fluid flow rate and minimizing wear and tear on the items to be cleaned, such as clothing, caused by prolonged rotation.

[0079] Furthermore, the deep cleaning duration also includes a third deep cleaning duration after the second deep cleaning duration. Starting from the third deep cleaning duration, the fluid extraction component 2 stops working, the heating device 4 stops heating, and the liquid in the washing container 1 is discharged. In the later stage of the discharge of the liquid in the washing container 1, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated.

[0080] For example, the third deep wash duration can be controlled to 2 minutes. Within 2 minutes after the second deep wash duration, the fluid extraction component 2 stops working, and the heating device 4 stops heating, indicating that the washing process for the items to be cleaned, such as clothes, is complete. The liquid in the washing container 1 is then drained, facilitating subsequent rinsing of the items to be cleaned, such as clothes. Later in the liquid draining process, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated for 5 seconds to allow fluid to enter and rotate the component 3, accelerating the drainage of wastewater from the washing container 1 and ensuring a more thorough drainage, thus guaranteeing the effectiveness of subsequent rinsing.

[0081] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the ultra-fast cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 reaches the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated and continues for the first ultra-fast cleaning duration. During the first ultra-fast cleaning duration, the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is maintained within the range of the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature.

[0082] After the first ultra-fast cleaning time, the fluid extraction component 2 stops working, the heating device 4 stops heating, and the liquid in the washing container 1 is discharged. In the later stage of the discharge of the liquid in the washing container 1, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated.

[0083] For example, in Figure 6In the example, in the ultra-fast cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is detected to reach 30°C, the ultra-fast cleaning time of the ultra-fast cleaning mode starts counting down, and the liquid temperature in the washing container 1 is controlled within the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range, which can be 35°C to 45°C, and the first ultra-fast cleaning time is run for, for example, 9 minutes.

[0084] After the first washing cycle, the fluid extraction component 2 stops working, and the heating device 4 stops heating, indicating that the washing process for the items to be cleaned, such as clothes, is complete. The liquid in the washing container 1 is then drained to facilitate subsequent rinsing of the items to be cleaned, such as clothes. Later in the liquid draining process, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated for 5 seconds to allow fluid to enter and rotate the component 3, accelerating the drainage of wastewater from the washing container 1 and ensuring a more thorough drainage, thus guaranteeing effective subsequent rinsing.

[0085] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the lower limit of the first deep cleaning preset temperature range is higher than the upper limit of the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range. Since the stains on clothes requiring deep cleaning are much more stubborn than those on clothes requiring ultra-fast cleaning, in deep cleaning mode, by setting the first deep cleaning preset temperature range higher, the cleaning solution and the items to be cleaned, such as clothes, can react fully, thereby increasing the cleaning depth and improving the cleanliness of the items to be cleaned after cleaning.

[0086] In the ultra-fast cleaning mode, to shorten the washing time and for clothes with less stubborn stains, the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range can be set lower, which can shorten the overall liquid heating time and improve the cleaning efficiency of the cleaning equipment 100.

[0087] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the deep cleaning mode has a deep cleaning time of 30 to 40 minutes, and the ultra-fast cleaning mode has an ultra-fast cleaning time of less than 10 minutes. When the deep cleaning time of the deep cleaning mode is less than 30 minutes, the deep cleaning time is too short, which will reduce the cleaning effect on the items to be cleaned, such as clothes, and make it difficult to meet the user's needs. When the deep cleaning time of the deep cleaning mode is more than 40 minutes, it will cause over-cleaning of the items to be cleaned, such as clothes. Under the combined effect of prolonged rotation and prolonged heating, it will cause wear and tear on the items to be cleaned, such as clothes, thereby reducing the lifespan of the items to be cleaned. Therefore, by controlling the deep cleaning time within 30 to 40 minutes, the deep cleaning effect on the items to be cleaned, such as clothes, is improved while avoiding wear and tear on the items to be cleaned, such as clothes.

[0088] When the ultra-fast cleaning mode's ultra-fast cleaning time exceeds 10 minutes, the extended cleaning duration fails to achieve the desired rapid cleaning effect and can easily cause wear and tear on items being cleaned, such as clothing, reducing their lifespan. Therefore, by controlling the ultra-fast cleaning time to within 10 minutes, the cleaning device achieves 100% rapid cleaning while minimizing wear and tear on items being cleaned, such as clothing.

[0089] According to some embodiments of the present invention, when the cleaning device is in ultra-fast cleaning mode, the amount of rinsing liquid in the washing container decreases sequentially in the first, second, and third rinsing stages. The first, second, and third rinsing stages in ultra-fast cleaning mode correspond to different amounts of rinsing liquid, effectively cleaning items such as clothing while minimizing rinsing liquid waste. Specifically, in the first rinsing stage, since the amount of residual cleaning liquid and foam in the items to be cleaned and the receiving space 11 is relatively large, a larger amount of rinsing liquid is used in the first rinsing stage to maximize the rinsing of cleaning liquid and foam in the items to be cleaned and the receiving space 11, reducing the amount of cleaning liquid and foam adhering to the items to be cleaned, such as clothing. After the first rinsing stage, the amount of cleaning liquid and foam adhering to the items to be cleaned, such as clothing, and the inner wall of the washing container 1 is significantly reduced. This allows for a reduction in the amount of rinsing liquid used in the second and third rinsing stages, thereby reducing rinsing liquid waste and reducing water filling time, thus reducing cleaning time and achieving rapid cleaning of clothing.

[0090] In some optional embodiments, the cleaning device 100 also includes a germicidal lamp that emits light suitable for illuminating the interior of the washing container 1; the germicidal lamp is activated during the cleaning phase.

[0091] The light emitted by the germicidal lamp is suitable for illuminating the containment space 11. When the cleaning equipment 100 is in the cleaning stage, the germicidal lamp can be used to kill bacteria and viruses on items to be cleaned, such as clothing, thereby improving the safety of the items to be cleaned and realizing the sterilization function of the cleaning equipment 100.

[0092] According to some specific embodiments of the present invention, in the first rinsing stage, the water inlet valve of the cleaning device 100 is opened, and the amount of liquid entering the washing container 1 is detected.

[0093] When the liquid volume reaches the first preset amount, close the water inlet valve, start the fluid extraction component 2 and continue for the first rinsing time;

[0094] If the liquid volume does not reach the first preset amount within the detection time, the water shortage indicator light will illuminate, and the cleaning equipment will stop 100% after the first preset time.

[0095] Reference Figure 5In the first rinsing stage, when the liquid volume in the washing container 1 reaches the first preset amount, such as 1.5L, the liquid volume requirement of the first rinsing stage is met. The fluid extraction component 2 is activated and the rinsing continues for the first rinsing time, such as 1 minute, to maximize the rinsing of the items to be cleaned, such as clothes.

[0096] When the liquid level in washing container 1 does not reach the first preset amount, it indicates that the liquid level in washing container 1 is too low to meet the liquid requirements of the first rinsing stage. In other words, the liquid cannot wet all the items to be cleaned, resulting in a significant amount of cleaning solution and air bubbles remaining in washing container 1 after the first rinsing stage. Therefore, when the liquid level does not reach the first preset amount, the water shortage indicator light illuminates to remind the user to add water to the washing container. If the liquid level still does not reach the first preset amount after the first preset time, the cleaning equipment 100 will stop to ensure normal operation next time. This avoids running dry in washing container 1 when there is no liquid, thus preventing wear and tear on the items to be cleaned, such as clothing.

[0097] Optionally, the first rinsing stage can be set to one or more times to ensure the rinsing degree of the first rinsing stage.

[0098] In the second rinsing stage, the water inlet valve is opened, and the amount of liquid entering the washing container 1 is detected.

[0099] When the liquid volume reaches the second preset amount, the water inlet valve is closed, the fluid extraction component 2 is started and continues to run for the second rinsing time. The second preset amount is less than the first preset amount, and the second rinsing time is less than the first rinsing time.

[0100] If the liquid volume does not reach the second preset amount within the detection time, the water shortage indicator light will illuminate, and the cleaning equipment will stop 100% after the first preset time.

[0101] In the second rinsing stage, the amount of cleaning liquid and bubbles in the washing container 1 is significantly reduced compared to the first rinsing stage. While ensuring that the items to be cleaned are thoroughly rinsed, the second preset volume is kept lower than the first preset volume, reducing water waste. When the liquid volume in the washing container 1 reaches the second preset volume, for example, 1.2L, the liquid volume requirement for the second rinsing stage is met. The fluid extraction component 2 is then activated, and the second rinsing continues for, for example, 40 seconds, maximizing the rinsing of the items to be cleaned, such as clothes.

[0102] When the liquid level in washing container 1 does not reach the second preset level, it indicates that the liquid level in washing container 1 is too low to meet the liquid requirements of the second rinsing stage. In other words, the liquid cannot wet all the items to be cleaned, resulting in the presence of cleaning solution and air bubbles in washing container 1 after the first rinsing stage. Therefore, when the liquid level does not reach the second preset level, the low water indicator light illuminates to remind the user to add water to washing container 1. If the liquid level still does not reach the second preset level after the first preset time, the cleaning equipment 100 will stop to ensure normal operation next time. This avoids running dry when there is no liquid in washing container 1, thus preventing wear and tear on the items to be cleaned, such as clothing.

[0103] In the third rinsing stage, the water inlet valve is opened, and the amount of liquid entering the washing container 1 is detected.

[0104] When the liquid volume reaches the third preset amount, the water inlet valve is closed, the fluid extraction component 2 is started and continues to run for the third rinsing time. The third preset amount is less than the second preset amount, and the third rinsing time is less than the second rinsing time.

[0105] If the liquid volume does not reach the third preset amount within the detection time, the water shortage indicator light will illuminate, and the cleaning equipment will stop 100% after the first preset time.

[0106] In the third rinsing stage, the amount of cleaning liquid and bubbles in the washing container 1 is extremely small, allowing the third preset volume to be less than the second preset volume, for example, 0.5L. When the liquid volume in the washing container 1 reaches 0.5L, the liquid volume requirement for the third rinsing stage is met. The fluid extraction component 2 is then activated, and the third rinsing continues for, for example, 30 seconds, to maximize the rinsing of the items to be cleaned, such as clothes. When the liquid volume in the washing container 1 does not reach the third preset volume, it indicates that the liquid volume in the washing container 1 is too small to meet the liquid volume requirement for the third rinsing stage. In other words, the liquid cannot wet all the items to be cleaned, resulting in the presence of cleaning liquid and bubbles in the washing container 1 after the third rinsing stage. Therefore, when the liquid volume does not reach the third preset volume, the water shortage indicator light illuminates to remind the user to add water to the washing container 1. If the liquid volume still does not reach the third preset volume after the first preset time, the cleaning equipment 100 will stop to ensure normal operation next time. This avoids running dry in the washing container 1 when there is no liquid, thus preventing wear and tear on items being cleaned, such as clothing.

[0107] During the water intake process in the first, second, and third rinsing stages, the opening degree of the external water valve affects the water intake speed. Therefore, the water intake time cannot be used as a reference value to determine the amount of liquid in the containment space 11. Thus, the countdown on the screen is paused when water is introduced during the rinsing stage, and the next step is controlled only based on whether the amount of liquid has reached the preset amount.

[0108] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the washing control method further includes a self-cleaning mode, which includes a self-cleaning phase.

[0109] During the self-cleaning phase, the liquid in the washing container 1 is discharged. Later in the process of discharging the liquid in the washing container 1, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated.

[0110] After the drainage is completed, the cleaning fluid is drawn into the washing container 1, the water inlet valve of the cleaning equipment 100 is opened, and the amount of liquid entering the washing container 1 is detected.

[0111] When the liquid volume reaches the fourth preset amount, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated;

[0112] After the fluid extraction component 2 has been running for a second preset time, the fluid extraction component 2 is turned off and the liquid in the washing container 1 is discharged.

[0113] For example, in Figure 7 In the example, during the self-cleaning stage, the washing container 1 is first drained for 2 minutes to remove any residual wastewater from the previous use, thus preventing secondary contamination of items to be cleaned, such as clothing. During the last 5 seconds of draining the liquid from the washing container 1, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated, allowing fluid to enter and rotate the component 3, accelerating the drainage of wastewater from the washing container 1. This ensures more thorough drainage and further improves the subsequent washing effect.

[0114] After the draining process is complete, cleaning solution is drawn into washing container 1, and simultaneously, a fourth preset amount of water (e.g., 1.5L) is injected into washing container 1. When the liquid volume in washing container 1 reaches 1.5L, the fluid extraction component 2 is activated, causing it to rotate and thus clean the interior of washing container 1. After the fluid extraction component 2 has been running for 3 minutes, it stops working, and the liquid in washing container 1 is drained. This process cleans washing container 1, preventing secondary contamination of items such as clothing due to unclean interiors, thereby improving the washing effect and enhancing the user experience.

[0115] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the self-cleaning stage includes at least one of an ultra-fast self-cleaning mode and a deep self-cleaning mode.

[0116] The self-cleaning mode also includes a rinsing phase after the self-cleaning phase. In the deep self-cleaning mode, there are multiple rinsing phases; in the ultra-fast self-cleaning mode, there is only one rinsing phase.

[0117] In the deep self-cleaning mode, there are multiple rinsing stages. Because the washing container 1 contains a lot of dirt when operating in the deep self-cleaning mode, multiple rinsing stages can remove as much residual dirt and cleaning solution as possible. In the ultra-fast self-cleaning mode, there is only one rinsing stage. Because the washing container 1 contains less dirt when operating in the ultra-fast self-cleaning mode, one rinsing stage is sufficient to remove residual dirt and cleaning solution, eliminating the need for multiple rinsing stages and thus avoiding water waste.

[0118] Furthermore, after draining the liquid from the washing container 1, the heating device 4 and the fluid extraction assembly 2 are activated to dry the interior of the washing container 1. (Refer to...) Figure 8 The heating device 4 can heat the air flowing into the washing container 1 to remove air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container. The fluid extraction component 2 extracts the gas in the washing container 1, so that the heated air flows in the washing container 1, thereby improving the drying efficiency of the inside of the washing container 1.

[0119] like Figure 1 As shown, the cleaning device 100 according to the second aspect embodiment of the present invention includes the washing control method of the cleaning device 100 according to the first aspect embodiment of the present invention described above.

[0120] According to the embodiments of the present invention, the washing efficiency of the cleaning device 100 can be improved by adopting the washing control method of the cleaning device 100 described above, while reducing the damage to the items to be cleaned, such as clothing, during the washing process, thereby improving the user experience and enhancing the market competitiveness of the cleaning device 100.

[0121] Other configurations and operations of the cleaning device 100 according to embodiments of the present invention are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0122] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "right", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting this invention.

[0123] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly 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 between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0124] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0125] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A washing control method for a cleaning device, characterized in that, The cleaning equipment includes a washing container, a fluid extraction component for extracting fluid from the washing container to create a negative pressure inside the washing container, a fluid inlet component, and a heating device for heating the inside of the washing container. The fluid is adapted to enter the washing container through the fluid inlet component under the action of negative pressure, and the fluid inlet component is driven to rotate during the process of the fluid flowing from the fluid inlet component to the washing container. The washing control method includes a washing stage, a first rinsing stage, a second rinsing stage, and a third rinsing stage performed sequentially in time. At least in the second rinsing stage, the fluid inlet component rotates to cause the air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container to burst, and in the third rinsing stage, the heating device is activated to cause the air bubbles on the inner wall of the washing container to burst. In the first rinsing stage Open the water inlet valve of the cleaning equipment and detect the amount of liquid entering the washing container; When the liquid volume reaches the first preset amount, the water inlet valve is closed, the fluid extraction component is started, and the rinsing continues for the first rinsing time. When the liquid volume does not reach the first preset amount within the detection time, the water shortage indicator light will illuminate, and the cleaning equipment will stop after the first preset time. In the second rinsing stage Open the water inlet valve and detect the amount of liquid entering the washing container; When the liquid volume reaches the second preset amount, the water inlet valve is closed, the fluid extraction component is started and runs continuously for the second rinsing duration, where the second preset amount is less than the first preset amount and the second rinsing duration is less than the first rinsing duration. When the liquid volume does not reach the second preset amount within the detection time, the water shortage indicator light illuminates, and the cleaning equipment stops after the first preset time. In the third rinsing stage, Open the water inlet valve and detect the amount of liquid entering the washing container; When the liquid volume reaches the third preset amount, the water inlet valve is closed, the fluid extraction component is started and runs continuously for the third rinsing time. The third preset amount is less than the second preset amount, and the third rinsing time is less than the second rinsing time. When the liquid volume does not reach the third preset amount within the detection time, the water shortage indicator light illuminates, and the cleaning equipment stops after the first preset time.

2. The washing control method for the cleaning equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, During the cleaning phase, the heating device is activated to heat the liquid in the washing container; The cleaning phase includes at least one of a deep cleaning mode and an ultra-fast cleaning mode. In the deep cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container reaches the first deep cleaning preset temperature, the fluid extraction component is intermittently activated, and the liquid temperature in the washing container is controlled to be maintained within the first deep cleaning preset temperature range, wherein the lower limit of the first deep cleaning preset temperature range is higher than the first deep cleaning preset temperature. In the ultra-fast cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container reaches the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature, the fluid extraction component is activated, and the liquid temperature in the washing container is controlled to be maintained within the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range, wherein the lower limit of the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature range is higher than the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature.

3. The washing control method for the cleaning equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, In the deep cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container reaches the first deep cleaning preset temperature, the deep cleaning time of the deep cleaning mode starts counting down. The deep cleaning time includes the first deep cleaning time and at least one second deep cleaning time performed in chronological order. During the deep cleaning time, the liquid temperature in the washing container is maintained within the range of the first deep cleaning preset temperature. Within the first deep cleaning duration, the fluid extraction component is activated for every first sub-deep cleaning duration and continues for a second sub-deep cleaning duration, where the second sub-deep cleaning duration is less than the first sub-deep cleaning duration. Starting from the second deep cleaning duration, the fluid extraction component is activated and continues for a third sub-deep cleaning duration. After that, the fluid extraction component stops working and continues for a fourth sub-deep cleaning duration.

4. The washing control method for the cleaning equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The deep cleaning duration also includes a third deep cleaning duration following the second deep cleaning duration. Starting from the third deep cleaning duration, the fluid extraction component stops working, the heating device stops heating, and the liquid in the washing container is discharged. The fluid extraction component is activated again in the later stage of the discharge of the liquid in the washing container.

5. The washing control method for the cleaning equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, In the ultra-fast cleaning mode, when the liquid temperature in the washing container reaches the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature, the fluid extraction component is activated and continues for the first ultra-fast cleaning duration. During the first ultra-fast cleaning duration, the liquid temperature in the washing container is maintained within the range of the first ultra-fast cleaning preset temperature. After the first ultra-fast cleaning time, the fluid extraction component stops working, the heating device stops heating, and the liquid in the washing container is discharged. The fluid extraction component is activated in the later stage of the discharge of the liquid in the washing container.

6. The washing control method for the cleaning equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the cleaning equipment is in the ultra-fast cleaning mode, the amount of rinsing liquid in the washing container decreases sequentially during the first rinsing stage, the second rinsing stage, and the third rinsing stage.

7. The washing control method for the cleaning equipment according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The washing control method also includes a self-cleaning mode, which comprises a self-cleaning phase and a rinsing phase. During the self-cleaning phase, the liquid in the washing container is drained, and the fluid extraction assembly is activated later in the process of draining the liquid in the washing container. After the drainage is completed, the cleaning liquid is drawn into the washing container, the water inlet valve of the cleaning equipment is opened, and the amount of liquid entering the washing container is detected. When the liquid volume reaches the fourth preset amount, the fluid extraction component is activated; After the fluid extraction component has been running for a second preset time, the fluid extraction component is turned off and the liquid in the washing container is discharged. The self-cleaning phase includes at least one of an ultra-fast self-cleaning mode and a deep self-cleaning mode. In the deep self-cleaning mode, there are multiple rinsing stages; in the ultra-fast self-cleaning mode, there is only one rinsing stage.

8. The washing control method for the cleaning equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, After draining the liquid from the washing container, the heating device and the fluid extraction assembly are activated to dry the inside of the washing container.

9. A cleaning device, characterized in that, The washing control method of the cleaning equipment according to any one of claims 1-8 is adopted.

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