Air conditioner and water level control device and method for air conditioner

By using a water level control method for air conditioners, the operating status of the compressor, water pump motor, and fan is adjusted according to the height of the condensate water level in the drip tray. This solves the problems of condensate overflow and bacterial growth after the air conditioner is turned off, thus improving the user experience.

CN117167909BActive Publication Date: 2026-07-21GD MIDEA AIR CONDITIONING EQUIP CO LTD
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Patent Type
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GD MIDEA AIR CONDITIONING EQUIP CO LTD
Filing Date
2022-05-27
Publication Date
2026-07-21

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Technical Problem

After the air conditioner is turned off, there may be condensation in the drip tray, which can cause water to overflow and bacteria to grow, affecting the user experience.

Method used

By using the water level control method of the air conditioner, different levels are assigned based on the height of the condensate water in the drip tray, and different dewatering commands are executed, such as adjusting the operating status of the compressor, water pump motor and fan, to ensure the removal of condensate water.

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces the risk of condensate overflow, prevents bacterial growth in the drip tray, and improves the user experience.

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Abstract

The application discloses an air conditioner and a water level control device and method thereof. The water level control method of the air conditioner comprises the following steps: when the air conditioner is in a running state and receives a shutdown instruction, the water level height of the condensed water in the water pan is acquired; the water level grade is determined according to the water level height, which is the water removal grade or the non-water removal grade; if the water level grade is the water removal grade, the water removal instruction is executed according to the water removal grade; if the water level grade is the non-water removal grade, the air conditioner is shut down. According to the water level control method of the air conditioner, when the air conditioner is to be shut down, the condensed water is still in the water pan, the water level grade can be divided according to the water level height in the water pan through the water level control method of the air conditioner, then the condensed water in the water pan is removed according to the different water level grades, so that the risk of the condensed water overflowing is reduced, the bacteria breeding in the water pan is prevented, and the user experience is improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of household appliances, and in particular to an air conditioner and a control device and method for the air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] When the air conditioner is turned off, the water pump stops working. However, there may still be condensation in the drip tray, especially in environments with high temperature and humidity, such as ceiling-mounted air conditioners in kitchens. Taking ceiling-mounted air conditioners as an example, after the ceiling-mounted air conditioner is turned off, there may be a lot of condensation in the drip tray. Over time, this not only poses a risk of overflowing but may also breed a large number of bacteria, seriously affecting the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, one object of the present invention is to provide a water level control method for an air conditioner, which can effectively remove condensate from the drip tray even when the air conditioner is off.

[0004] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the water level control method for an air conditioner includes the following steps: when the air conditioner is in operation and receives a shutdown command, the water level height of the condensate in the drip tray is obtained; the water level level is determined to be either a dewatering level or a non-dewatering level based on the water level height; if the water level level is the dewatering level, a dewatering command is executed according to the dewatering level; if the water level level is the non-dewatering level, the air conditioner is shut down.

[0005] According to the water level control method of the air conditioner according to the embodiments of the present invention, when the air conditioner is to be stopped, there is still condensate in the drip tray. The water level control method of the air conditioner of the present application can better classify the water level according to the water level height in the drip tray, and then select a reasonable control method to remove the condensate in the drip tray according to different water level levels, thereby reducing the risk of condensate overflow and preventing bacteria from growing in the drip tray, which can improve the user experience.

[0006] In addition, the water level control method according to the present invention may also have the following additional technical features:

[0007] In some embodiments of the present invention, the dewatering level includes a first water level level and a second water level level, wherein the water level height of the second water level level is higher than the water level height of the first water level level. Executing the corresponding dewatering command according to the dewatering level includes: if the dewatering level is the first water level level, the compressor stops, the pump motor runs at a first preset speed, the fan runs at a second preset speed, and the display panel displays the dewatering code for the first water level level; if the dewatering level is the second water level level, the compressor runs at a low frequency, the pump motor runs at a third preset speed, the fan runs at a fourth preset speed, and the display panel flashes the dewatering code for the second water level level, wherein the third preset speed is greater than or equal to the first preset speed, and the second preset speed is greater than or equal to the fourth preset speed.

[0008] In some embodiments of the present invention, when the water removal level drops from the second water level level to the first water level level, the compressor stops, the water pumping motor runs at the first preset speed, and the fan runs at the second preset speed.

[0009] In some embodiments of the present invention, the water level height includes a first water level height H1 and a second water level height H2, wherein the first water level height H1 satisfies: 5mm < H1 < 8mm; the second water level height H2 satisfies: 10mm < H2 < 15mm; when the water level height H satisfies: H ≤ H1, the water level level is a non-drainage level; when the water level height H satisfies: H1 < H < H2, the water level level is a first water level level; when the water level height H satisfies: H2 ≤ H, the water level level is a second water level level.

[0010] The present invention also proposes a computer-readable storage medium.

[0011] According to the present invention, a computer-readable storage medium storing a water level control program for an air conditioner is provided. When executed by a processor, the water level control program implements a water level control method for the air conditioner. The computer-readable storage medium enables better execution of water level control instructions, thereby effectively removing condensate from the drip tray.

[0012] The present invention also proposes an air conditioner.

[0013] An air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a memory, a processor, and a water level control program for the air conditioner stored in the memory and executable on the processor. When the processor executes the water level control program, it implements a water level control method for the air conditioner. Therefore, the air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention can effectively remove condensate from the drip tray when the air conditioner is turned off.

[0014] The present invention also proposes a water level control device for an air conditioner.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a water level control device for an air conditioner includes: a receiving module for receiving a shutdown command; a water receiving tray for collecting condensate; a water level sensor for acquiring the water level height of the condensate in the water receiving tray; a judging module for judging whether the water level is a dewatering level or a non-dewatering level based on the water level height; and a control module for executing a dewatering command if the water level is a dewatering level, and controlling the air conditioner to shut down if the water level is a non-dewatering level.

[0016] According to the water level control device of the air conditioner according to the embodiment of the present invention, when the air conditioner is to be stopped, there is still condensate in the water tray. Through the water level control method of the air conditioner of the present application, the water level can be better divided according to the water level height in the water tray, and then a reasonable control method can be selected according to the different water level levels to remove the condensate in the water tray, thereby reducing the risk of condensate overflow and preventing bacteria from growing in the water tray, which can improve the user experience.

[0017] In some embodiments of the present invention, the dewatering level includes a first water level level and a second water level level, and the dewatering command includes: if the dewatering level is the first water level level, the compressor stops, the water pump motor runs at a first preset speed, the fan runs at a second preset speed, and the display panel flashes the dewatering code of the first water level level; if the dewatering level is the second water level level, the compressor runs at a low frequency, the water pump motor runs at a third preset speed, the fan runs at a fourth preset speed, and the display panel flashes the dewatering code of the second water level level, wherein the third preset speed is greater than or equal to the first preset speed, and the second preset speed is greater than or equal to the fourth preset speed.

[0018] In some embodiments of the present invention, when the water removal level drops from the second water level level to the first water level level, the compressor stops, the water pumping motor runs at the first preset speed, and the fan runs at the second preset speed.

[0019] In some embodiments of the present invention, the water level height includes a first water level height H1 and a second water level height H2, wherein the first water level height H1 satisfies: 5mm < H1 < 8mm; the second water level height H2 satisfies: 10mm < H2 < 15mm; when the water level height H satisfies: H ≤ H1, the water level level is a non-drainage level; when the water level height H satisfies: H1 < H < H2, the water level level is a first water level level; when the water level height H satisfies: H2 ≤ H, the water level level is a second water level level.

[0020] The present invention also proposes an air conditioner.

[0021] According to an embodiment of the present invention, by providing the above-mentioned water level control device for the air conditioner, condensate in the drip tray can be effectively removed when the air conditioner is turned off.

[0022] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

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

[0024] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of a water level control method for an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 2 This is a flowchart of a water level control method for an air conditioner according to a specific embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0026] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0027] Taking the cooling operation of an integrated air conditioner as an example, during cooling operation, the indoor evaporator absorbs heat inward and lowers the ambient temperature, while the outdoor condenser releases heat to the environment, thus achieving heat exchange between the inside and outside. During this heat exchange, the refrigerant in the indoor evaporator evaporates, absorbing heat and lowering the evaporator temperature. This causes the gaseous water in the surrounding air to condense into liquid water, which collects in the drip tray. A water level sensor can be installed vertically on the drip tray to detect the water level of the condensate in the tray.

[0028] The water pump motor can spray liquid condensate into the outdoor condenser through the water pump wheel. This can improve the heat exchange efficiency of the condenser and allow the condensate to evaporate in the condenser, consuming the condensate in the drip tray. At the same time, when the outdoor fan blows air towards the outdoor condenser, it can also blow the evaporated condensate into the surrounding environment.

[0029] However, when the air conditioner is turned off, the water pump stops working, but there may still be condensation in the drip tray, especially in environments with high temperature and humidity, such as ceiling-mounted air conditioners in kitchens. Taking ceiling-mounted air conditioners as an example, after the ceiling-mounted air conditioner is turned off, there may be a lot of condensation in the drip tray. Over time, this not only poses a risk of overflowing but may also breed a large number of bacteria, seriously affecting the user experience.

[0030] Based on this, this application proposes a water level control method for an air conditioner, which can effectively remove condensate from the drip tray even when the air conditioner is off, thereby reducing the risk of condensate overflow and preventing bacteria growth in the drip tray, thus improving the user experience.

[0031] In addition, it is understood that the air conditioner may not be an integrated air conditioner such as a ceiling-mounted unit. For example, a cabinet air conditioner or a wall-mounted air conditioner with separate indoor and outdoor units may also use the water level control method of this application. There are no restrictions here.

[0032] The following is for reference. Figures 1-2 A water level control method for an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0033] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the water level control method for an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention can remove condensate from the drip tray when the air conditioner is stopped. The water level control method includes the following steps: when the air conditioner is in operation and receives a stop command, the water level height of the condensate in the drip tray is obtained; the water level level is determined to be either a dewatering level or a non-dewatering level based on the water level height; if the water level level is a dewatering level, a dewatering command is executed according to the dewatering level; if the water level level is a non-dewatering level, the air conditioner is stopped.

[0034] It should be noted that the water level in non-drainage-level systems may be low, and can be naturally removed through evaporation over a certain period (or a short time). Therefore, no further removal by the air conditioner is necessary, and the air conditioner can stop operating directly. However, the water level in dewatering-level systems may be high, and even with prolonged natural evaporation, it may not be completely removed, potentially leading to bacterial growth in the drip tray. Therefore, when the air conditioner determines that the water level is dewatering-level, it can execute the corresponding dewatering command based on the dewatering level. Different dewatering levels can have different dewatering commands, until the water in the drip tray is completely emptied, or until the water in the drip tray is emptied to the level of a non-drainage-level system, at which point the air conditioner can stop operating. Thus, even in relatively warm and humid environments, or when the air conditioner is about to shut down, if condensation remains in the drip tray, the water level control method of this application can effectively remove the condensation, thereby reducing the risk of overflowing condensation and preventing bacterial growth in the drip tray, improving the user experience.

[0035] Therefore, according to the water level control method of the air conditioner according to the embodiment of the present invention, when the air conditioner is to be stopped, there is still condensate in the drip tray. The water level control method of the air conditioner of the present application can better classify the water level according to the water level height in the drip tray, and then select a reasonable control method to remove the condensate in the drip tray according to different water level levels, thereby reducing the risk of condensate overflow and preventing bacteria from growing in the drip tray, which can improve the user experience.

[0036] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, the dewatering level includes a first water level level and a second water level level, wherein the water level of the second water level level is higher than that of the first water level level. Executing the corresponding dewatering command according to the dewatering level includes: if the dewatering level is the first water level level, the compressor stops, the water pump motor runs at a first preset speed, the fan runs at a second preset speed, and the display panel displays the dewatering code for the first water level level; if the dewatering level is the second water level level, the compressor runs at a low frequency, the water pump motor runs at a third preset speed, the fan runs at a fourth preset speed, and the display panel flashes the dewatering code for the second water level level, wherein the third preset speed is greater than or equal to the first preset speed, and the second preset speed is greater than or equal to the fourth preset speed.

[0037] In other words, even if the water level rating is a dewatering rating, it can be further divided according to different water level heights, such as the first water level rating and the second water level rating. Compared to the first water level rating and the second water level rating, when the dewatering rating is the first water level rating, it means that the water level in the water tray is low. At this time, the compressor can stop working directly, and only the water pump motor runs at the first preset speed to raise the condensate in the water tray. Then the fan runs at the preset speed to blow the raised condensate into the external environment. When the water removal level is at the second water level, it indicates that the water level in the drip tray is relatively high. At this point, the water pump and fan alone cannot quickly remove the condensate. Therefore, the compressor operates at a low frequency, which does not have a significant impact on the indoor environment. At the same time, the condenser continues to heat up. Thus, when the water pump operates at the third preset speed to raise the condensate, the fan can blow the condensate towards the condenser at the fourth preset speed, or blow away the mist-like condensate around the condenser. At this time, because the condenser continues to heat up, it can better turn the liquid condensate into mist-like condensate, thereby improving the condensate removal efficiency.

[0038] In one example, the third preset speed can be equal to the first preset speed. At this speed, the water pump motor can operate at its maximum speed, ensuring efficient dispersing of condensate from the drip tray. In another example, the fourth preset speed can be less than the second preset speed. That is, when the dewatering level is at the second level, the water level in the drip tray is higher. Compared to the first level, the fan operates at a lower speed, allowing the condensate to be fully atomized by the condenser, thus enabling better dispersing of the condensate into the external environment. Here, the second preset speed can be the fan's maximum operating speed.

[0039] Furthermore, the water level can also have a third water level level, a fourth water level level, etc., which can be designed according to actual needs. The operating frequency of the compressor, the speed of the water pumping motor, and the speed of the fan for the third water level level and the fourth water level level can also be designed according to actual conditions, without any restrictions.

[0040] In some embodiments of the present invention, when the water removal level drops from the second water level level to the first water level level, the compressor stops, the water pump motor runs at a first preset speed, and the fan runs at a second preset speed. That is, the water level sensor can measure the water level in the drip tray in real time. When the water level in the drip tray drops from the second water level level to the first water level level during the condensate removal process, the operating states of the compressor, water pump motor, and fan are all adjusted according to the actual water level level. This reduces energy consumption while ensuring efficient condensate removal.

[0041] In addition, in some examples, the operating status of the compressor, water pump motor and fan can remain unchanged during the process of the water removal level decreasing from the second water level to the non-water removal level.

[0042] In other examples, the air conditioner is also equipped with a heating element located on the drip tray. When the water level in the drip tray is at the non-drying level, or when the water level in the drip tray drops to the non-drying level, the heating element can be heated to dry the condensate in the drip tray.

[0043] In some embodiments of the present invention, the water level height includes a first water level height H1 and a second water level height H2, wherein the first water level height H1 satisfies: 5mm < H1 < 8mm; the second water level height H2 satisfies: 10mm < H2 < 15mm; when the water level height H satisfies: H ≤ H1, the water level grade is a non-water removal grade; when the water level height H satisfies: H1 < H < H2, the water level grade is a first water level grade; and when the water level height H satisfies: H2 ≤ H, the water level grade is a second water level grade. Therefore, by dividing the water level height in more detail, different control commands can be executed according to different water level heights, thereby reducing energy consumption while ensuring efficient removal of condensate.

[0044] In some examples, the first water level height H1 can be 5.3mm, 5.4mm, 6mm, 6.3mm, 6.5mm, 7mm, 7.6mm, or 7.7mm. In some examples, the second water level height H2 can be 10.9mm, 11mm, 11.2mm, 11.9mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 14.5mm, or 14.6mm.

[0045] The present invention also proposes a computer-readable storage medium.

[0046] According to the present invention, a computer-readable storage medium storing a water level control program for an air conditioner is provided. When executed by a processor, the water level control program implements a water level control method for the air conditioner. The computer-readable storage medium enables better execution of water level control instructions, thereby effectively removing condensate from the drip tray.

[0047] The present invention also proposes an air conditioner.

[0048] An air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a memory, a processor, and a water level control program for the air conditioner stored in the memory and executable on the processor. When the processor executes the water level control program, it implements a water level control method for the air conditioner. Therefore, the air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention can effectively remove condensate from the drip tray when the air conditioner is turned off.

[0049] The present invention also proposes a water level control device for an air conditioner.

[0050] The water level control device according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a receiving module, a water receiving tray, a water level sensor, a judgment module, and a control module. The receiving module receives a shutdown command, the water receiving tray is used to collect condensate, the water level sensor is used to obtain the water level height of the condensate in the water receiving tray, and the judgment module determines whether the water level is a dewatering level or a non-dewatering level based on the water level height. Further, if the water level is a dewatering level, the control module executes a dewatering command according to the dewatering level; if the water level is a non-dewatering level, the control module controls the air conditioner to shut down.

[0051] It should be noted that the water level in non-drainage-level systems may be low, and can be naturally removed through evaporation over a certain period (or a short time). Therefore, no further removal by the air conditioner is necessary, and the air conditioner can stop operating directly. However, the water level in dewatering-level systems may be high, and even with prolonged natural evaporation, it may not be completely removed, potentially leading to bacterial growth in the drip tray. Therefore, when the air conditioner determines that the water level is dewatering-level, it can execute the corresponding dewatering command based on the dewatering level. Different dewatering levels can have different dewatering commands, until the water in the drip tray is completely emptied, or until the water in the drip tray is emptied to the level of a non-drainage-level system, at which point the air conditioner can stop operating. Thus, even in relatively warm and humid environments, or when the air conditioner is about to shut down, if condensation remains in the drip tray, the water level control method of this application can effectively remove the condensation, thereby reducing the risk of overflowing condensation and preventing bacterial growth in the drip tray, improving the user experience.

[0052] Therefore, according to the water level control device of the air conditioner according to the embodiment of the present invention, when the air conditioner is to be stopped, there is still condensate in the water tray. Through the water level control method of the air conditioner of the present application, the water level can be better divided according to the water level height in the water tray, and then a reasonable control method can be selected according to different water level levels to remove the condensate in the water tray, thereby reducing the risk of condensate overflow and preventing bacteria from growing in the water tray, which can improve the user experience.

[0053] In some embodiments of the present invention, the dewatering level includes a first water level level and a second water level level. The dewatering command includes: if the dewatering level is the first water level level, the compressor stops, the water pump motor runs at a first preset speed, the fan runs at a second preset speed, and the display panel flashes the dewatering code of the first water level level; if the dewatering level is the second water level level, the compressor runs at a low frequency, the water pump motor runs at a third preset speed, the fan runs at a fourth preset speed, and the display panel flashes the dewatering code of the second water level level, wherein the third preset speed is greater than or equal to the first preset speed, and the second preset speed is greater than or equal to the fourth preset speed.

[0054] In other words, even if the water level rating is a dewatering rating, it can be further divided according to different water level heights, such as the first water level rating and the second water level rating. Compared to the first water level rating and the second water level rating, when the dewatering rating is the first water level rating, it means that the water level in the water tray is low. At this time, the compressor can stop working directly, and only the water pump motor runs at the first preset speed to raise the condensate in the water tray. Then the fan runs at the preset speed to blow the raised condensate into the external environment. When the water removal level is at the second water level, it indicates that the water level in the drip tray is relatively high. At this point, the water pump and fan alone cannot quickly remove the condensate. Therefore, the compressor operates at a low frequency, which does not have a significant impact on the indoor environment. At the same time, the condenser continues to heat up. Thus, when the water pump operates at the third preset speed to raise the condensate, the fan can blow the condensate towards the condenser at the fourth preset speed, or blow away the mist-like condensate around the condenser. At this time, because the condenser continues to heat up, it can better turn the liquid condensate into mist-like condensate, thereby improving the condensate removal efficiency.

[0055] In one example, the third preset speed can be equal to the first preset speed. At this speed, the water pump motor can operate at its maximum speed, ensuring efficient dispersing of condensate from the drip tray. In another example, the fourth preset speed can be less than the second preset speed. That is, when the dewatering level is at the second level, the water level in the drip tray is higher. Compared to the first level, the fan operates at a lower speed, allowing the condensate to be fully atomized by the condenser, thus enabling better dispersing of the condensate into the external environment. Here, the second preset speed can be the fan's maximum operating speed.

[0056] Furthermore, the water level can also have a third water level level, a fourth water level level, etc., which can be designed according to actual needs. The operating frequency of the compressor, the speed of the water pumping motor, and the speed of the fan for the third water level level and the fourth water level level can also be designed according to actual conditions, without any restrictions.

[0057] In some embodiments of the present invention, when the water removal level drops from the second water level level to the first water level level, the compressor stops, the water pump motor runs at a first preset speed, and the fan runs at a second preset speed. That is, the water level sensor can measure the water level in the drip tray in real time. When the water level in the drip tray drops from the second water level level to the first water level level during the condensate removal process, the operating states of the compressor, water pump motor, and fan are all adjusted according to the actual water level level. This reduces energy consumption while ensuring efficient condensate removal.

[0058] In addition, in some examples, the operating status of the compressor, water pump motor and fan can remain unchanged during the process of the water removal level decreasing from the second water level to the non-water removal level.

[0059] In other examples, the air conditioner is also equipped with a heating element located on the drip tray. When the water level in the drip tray is at the non-drying level, or when the water level in the drip tray drops to the non-drying level, the heating element can be heated to dry the condensate in the drip tray.

[0060] In some embodiments of the present invention, the water level height includes a first water level height H1 and a second water level height H2, wherein the first water level height H1 satisfies: 5mm < H1 < 8mm; the second water level height H2 satisfies: 10mm < H2 < 15mm; when the water level height H satisfies: H ≤ H1, the water level grade is a non-water removal grade; when the water level height H satisfies: H1 < H < H2, the water level grade is a first water level grade; and when the water level height H satisfies: H2 ≤ H, the water level grade is a second water level grade. Therefore, by dividing the water level height in more detail, different control commands can be executed according to different water level heights, thereby reducing energy consumption while ensuring efficient removal of condensate.

[0061] In some examples, the first water level height H1 can be 5.3mm, 5.4mm, 6mm, 6.3mm, 6.5mm, 7mm, 7.6mm, or 7.7mm. In some examples, the second water level height H2 can be 10.9mm, 11mm, 11.2mm, 11.9mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 14.5mm, or 14.6mm.

[0062] The present invention also proposes an air conditioner.

[0063] According to an embodiment of the present invention, by providing the above-mentioned water level control device for the air conditioner, condensate in the drip tray can be effectively removed when the air conditioner is turned off.

[0064] Other configurations and operations of the air conditioner according to embodiments of the present invention are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0065] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "some embodiments," "optionally," "furthermore," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0066] 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 water level control method for an air conditioner, characterized in that, The water level control method includes the following steps: When the air conditioner is running and receives a shutdown command, obtain the water level of the condensate in the drip tray. The water level level is determined as either a dewatering level or a non-dewatering level based on the water level height. If the water level is the specified dewatering level, then the dewatering command is executed according to the specified dewatering level; If the water level is at the non-drainage level, the air conditioner will stop. The water removal levels include a first water level level and a second water level level, wherein the water level height of the second water level level is higher than the water level height of the first water level level, and the execution of the corresponding water removal command according to the water removal level includes: If the water removal level is the first water level level, the compressor stops, the water pump motor runs at the first preset speed, the fan runs at the second preset speed, and the display panel displays the water removal code for the first water level level. If the water removal level is the second water level, the compressor operates at low frequency, the water pump motor operates at the third preset speed, the fan operates at the fourth preset speed, and the display panel flashes the water removal code for the second water level. The third preset speed is greater than or equal to the first preset speed, and the second preset speed is greater than or equal to the fourth preset speed.

2. The water level control method for an air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the water removal level drops from the second water level level to the first water level level, the compressor stops, the water pumping motor runs at the first preset speed, and the fan runs at the second preset speed.

3. The water level control method for an air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water level height includes a first water level height H1 and a second water level height H2, wherein the first water level height H1 satisfies: 5mm < H1 < 8mm; and the second water level height H2 satisfies: 10mm < H2 < 15mm. When the water level height H satisfies: H≤H1, the water level grade is a non-water removal grade; When the water level height H satisfies: H1 < H < H2, the water level level is the first water level level; When the water level height H satisfies: H2≤H, the water level level is the second water level level.

4. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that, It stores a water level control program for an air conditioner, which, when executed by a processor, implements the water level control method for an air conditioner as described in any one of claims 1-3.

5. An air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes: a memory, a processor, and a water level control program of the air conditioner stored in the memory and executable on the processor. When the processor executes the water level control program, it implements the water level control method of the air conditioner as described in any one of claims 1-3.

6. A water level control device for an air conditioner, characterized in that, The water level control device includes: The receiving module receives a shutdown command; A drip tray, used to collect condensate; A water level sensor is used to obtain the water level height of the condensate in the water receiving pan; The judgment module determines whether the water level is a dewatering level or a non-dewatering level based on the water level height. If the water level is the dewatering level, the control module executes a dewatering command according to the dewatering level; if the water level is the non-dewatering level, the control module controls the air conditioner to stop. The water removal levels include a first water level level and a second water level level, and the water removal instructions include: If the water removal level is the first water level level, the compressor will stop, the water pump motor will run at the first preset speed, the fan will run at the second preset speed, and the display panel will flash to show the water removal code of the first water level level. If the water removal level is the second water level, the compressor operates at low frequency, the water pump motor operates at the third preset speed, the fan operates at the fourth preset speed, and the display panel flashes the water removal code for the second water level. The third preset speed is greater than or equal to the first preset speed, and the second preset speed is greater than or equal to the fourth preset speed.

7. The water level control device for an air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that, When the water removal level drops from the second water level level to the first water level level, the compressor stops, the water pumping motor runs at the first preset speed, and the fan runs at the second preset speed.

8. The water level control device for an air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that, The water level height includes a first water level height H1 and a second water level height H2, wherein the first water level height H1 satisfies: 5mm < H1 < 8mm; and the second water level height H2 satisfies: 10mm < H2 < 15mm. When the water level height H satisfies: H≤H1, the water level grade is a non-water removal grade; When the water level height H satisfies: H1 < H < H2, the water level level is the first water level level; When the water level height H satisfies: H2≤H, the water level level is the second water level level.

9. An air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes the water level control device for an air conditioner as described in any one of claims 6-8.