Water quantity anomaly reminding method and device, washing machine and computer readable storage medium

Abstract

Embodiments of the present application disclose a water quantity abnormality reminding method and device, a washing machine and a computer readable storage medium. The actual water level and actual water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine are obtained. If the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine, the actual water quantity of the washing machine is determined according to the actual water level. The size relationship between the actual water quantity and the reference water quantity is determined. The reference water quantity is the product of the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time to the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine and the preset water inlet quantity of the washing machine. If the size relationship indicates that the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, the water quantity is abnormal. In the embodiments of the present application, the actual water level of the washing machine is detected to determine whether the water level of the washing machine can reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time. If the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level, the user is reminded, so that the user can discover the abnormality of the washing machine in time.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of communication technology, specifically to a method, device, washing machine, and computer-readable storage medium for alerting abnormal water levels. Background Technology

[0002] Washing machines have two operating modes during use: water inlet and water outlet. In water inlet mode, water flows into the inner drum of the washing machine from the water inlet. When the water level in the inner drum reaches the specified level, the washing of clothes and other items in the inner drum begins. In water outlet mode, the water in the inner drum flows out from the drain outlet. When the water level reaches the specified empty drum level, the washing machine can enter the spin-drying mode, etc.

[0003] In practical applications, if the washing machine is in water intake mode and the water level does not reach the specified level due to the tap not being turned on or the water flow being too weak, the washing machine will remain in a waiting state. Users will not be able to notice in time that the washing machine cannot start the washing mode normally due to abnormal water intake. Similarly, in drainage mode, if the water level in the washing machine drum cannot drop to the empty drum level, the washing process will be interrupted. Users will not be able to notice in time that the washing machine cannot continue the washing process due to abnormal drainage, which can easily disrupt users' schedules and lead to a poor user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides a method, device, washing machine, and computer-readable storage medium for alerting users to abnormal water levels, which can promptly remind users of any abnormalities in the washing machine's water inlet and outlet.

[0005] This application provides a method for alerting abnormal water levels in a washing machine, the method comprising:

[0006] Obtain the actual water level and actual water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine;

[0007] If the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine, the actual water volume of the washing machine is determined based on the actual water level.

[0008] Determine the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume, wherein the reference water volume is the product of the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time and the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine, and the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine;

[0009] If the size relationship indicates that the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, an abnormal water volume is indicated.

[0010] Accordingly, this application also provides a water level abnormality reminder device for use in a washing machine, the device comprising:

[0011] The acquisition unit is used to acquire the actual water level and actual water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine;

[0012] A water volume determination unit is used to determine the actual water volume of the washing machine based on the actual water level if the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine.

[0013] The relationship determination unit is used to determine the magnitude relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume, wherein the reference water volume is the product of the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time and the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine and the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine.

[0014] The reminder unit is used to indicate an abnormal water level if the water level of the washing machine, as indicated by the size relationship, cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time.

[0015] In one embodiment, the standard water inlet / outlet time includes a standard water inlet time, the reference water volume is the reference water inlet volume corresponding to the actual water inlet / outlet time, the standard water level includes a standard water inlet level, and the reminder unit includes:

[0016] The first water level determination subunit is used to determine that if the actual water volume of the washing machine is less than the reference water volume, the water level of the washing machine at the standard water intake time is lower than the standard water intake level.

[0017] The first message push subunit is used to push a water level abnormality reminder message to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

[0018] In one embodiment, the standard inlet / outlet time includes a standard outlet time, the reference water volume is the reference outlet volume corresponding to the actual inlet / outlet time, the standard water level includes the standard empty tank water level, and the reminder unit includes:

[0019] The second water level determination subunit is used to determine that if the actual water volume of the washing machine is less than the reference drainage volume, the water level of the washing machine at the standard drainage time is higher than the standard empty tub water level.

[0020] The second message push subunit is used to push water level abnormality reminder messages to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

[0021] In one embodiment, the washing machine is further equipped with a fault alarm time, and the water level abnormality reminder device further includes:

[0022] The detection subunit is used to detect the relationship between the actual water level of the washing machine and the standard water level if the actual water inlet and outlet time meets the fault alarm time.

[0023] The sound-generating subunit is used to control the sound-generating device in the washing machine to emit sound if the high-low relationship does not meet the preset conditions.

[0024] In one embodiment, the water volume abnormality alert device further includes:

[0025] The receiving unit is configured to receive control commands sent by the terminal in response to the operation of the water volume abnormality reminder message;

[0026] A control unit is used to control the operation of the washing machine according to the control instructions.

[0027] In one embodiment, the water volume abnormality alert device further includes:

[0028] The calculation unit is used to calculate the water level change in each preset time interval based on the actual water level in each preset time interval of the washing machine.

[0029] The sending unit is configured to push a water level abnormality reminder message to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine if the water level change is zero within a continuous time interval.

[0030] In one embodiment, different preset water inflow volumes correspond to different standard water inflow and drainage times, and the relationship determination unit includes:

[0031] The reference water volume determination subunit is used to determine the water volume detection time based on the standard water inlet and outlet time, and to determine the reference water volume based on the preset water inlet volume and the ratio of the water volume detection time to the standard water inlet and outlet time.

[0032] The water volume relationship determination subunit is used to determine the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume when the actual water inflow / outflow time is the water volume detection time.

[0033] Accordingly, this application also provides a washing machine, including a memory and a processor; the memory stores a computer program, and the processor is used to run the computer program in the memory to execute any of the water level abnormality reminder methods provided in this application.

[0034] Accordingly, embodiments of this application also provide a computer-readable storage medium for storing a computer program, which is loaded by a processor to execute any of the water volume abnormality alert methods provided in embodiments of this application.

[0035] This application embodiment obtains the actual water level and actual water inlet / outlet time of the washing machine; if the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine, the actual water volume of the washing machine is determined based on the actual water level; the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume is determined, where the reference water volume is the ratio of the actual water inlet / outlet time to the standard water inlet / outlet time of the washing machine, multiplied by the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine; if the relationship indicates that the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet / outlet time, an abnormal water volume is indicated.

[0036] In this embodiment of the application, the actual water level of the washing machine is detected to determine whether the water level of the washing machine can reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time. If the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, the user is notified so that the user can detect the abnormal situation of the washing machine in time. Attached Figure Description

[0037] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0038] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of the water volume abnormality alert method provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0039] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the water volume abnormality reminder device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0040] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the washing machine provided in the embodiments of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0041] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0042] This application provides a method, apparatus, washing machine, and computer-readable storage medium for alerting abnormal water levels. The water level alert apparatus can be integrated into the washing machine.

[0043] The following sections provide detailed descriptions of each example. It should be noted that the order in which the embodiments are described is not intended to limit the preferred order of the embodiments.

[0044] This embodiment will be described from the perspective of a water level abnormality reminder device, which can be integrated into a washing machine.

[0045] This application provides a method for alerting users to abnormal water levels, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the specific process of this water volume abnormality alert method can be as follows:

[0046] 101. Obtain the actual water level and actual water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine.

[0047] Washing machines have two operating modes during use: water inlet and water outlet. In water inlet mode, water flows into the inner drum of the washing machine from the water inlet. When the water level in the inner drum reaches the specified level, the washing of clothes and other items in the inner drum begins. In water outlet mode, the water in the inner drum flows out from the drain outlet. When the water level reaches the specified empty drum level, the washing machine can enter the spin-drying mode, etc.

[0048] In practical applications, if the washing machine is in water intake mode and the water level does not reach the specified level due to the tap not being turned on or the water flow being too weak, the washing machine will remain in a waiting state. Users will not be able to notice in time that the washing machine cannot start the washing mode normally due to abnormal water intake. Similarly, in drainage mode, if the water level in the washing machine drum cannot drop to the empty drum level, the washing process will be interrupted. Users will not be able to notice in time that the washing machine cannot continue the washing process due to abnormal drainage, which can easily disrupt users' schedules and lead to a poor user experience.

[0049] In this embodiment of the application, by detecting the actual water level of the washing machine, it is determined that the water level of the washing machine can reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time. If the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, the user is reminded so that the user can detect the abnormal situation of the washing machine in time.

[0050] The actual water level can be the water level in the washing machine drum at the current time. The actual water inlet and outlet time can be the time from when the washing machine starts to fill or drain water to the current time. The standard water level can be the water level set by the user. For example, the water level can be determined according to the washing mode or water volume selected by the user. The washing machine needs to reach the standard water level to trigger the washing machine to enter the washing or spin-drying mode.

[0051] The washing machine can be pre-programmed with water inlet and drainage times. For example, the washing machine needs to complete water inlet or drainage within 4 minutes, and the actual water inlet and drainage time is within the pre-programmed time.

[0052] The water level sensor in the washing machine can detect the water level of the washing machine. The lower the water level, the greater the charge in the inductor coil of the water level sensor, and the smaller the resonant frequency generated by the water level sensor. The water level of the washing machine can be determined based on the resonant frequency. Therefore, in one embodiment, the water level can be represented by the water level frequency. Obtaining the actual water level of the washing machine can be done by obtaining the current resonant frequency generated by the water level sensor.

[0053] 102. If the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine, determine the actual water volume of the washing machine based on the actual water level.

[0054] For example, in the water inlet mode, if the actual water level is lower than the standard water level, it means that the actual water level and the standard water level do not match; in the water outlet mode, if the actual water level is higher than the standard water level, it means that the actual water level and the standard water level do not match.

[0055] If the actual water level and the standard water level do not match, the actual water volume of the washing machine can be calculated based on the actual water level. Specifically, the correspondence between the washing machine's water level and water volume can be designed according to the structure of the washing machine, so as to determine the actual water volume of the washing machine under the actual water level.

[0056] 103. Determine the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume. The reference water volume is the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time to the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine, multiplied by the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine.

[0057] The preset water intake can be a pre-set water intake, such as the amount of water required for washing selected by the user, like 5L or 7L, or it can be determined based on the washing mode selected by the user, such as the different water volumes required for quick wash and deep wash modes.

[0058] In water inlet mode, the preset water inlet volume is the water volume corresponding to the standard water level. In drain mode, the preset water inlet volume is the water volume in the drum of the washing machine when washing clothes.

[0059] If water inlet and outlet are normal, the actual water level in the washing machine will match the standard water level within the standard inlet and outlet time. With a uniform water flow, the water level can reach the standard water level within the standard inlet and outlet time. The minimum flow velocity and reference water volume can be considered as the water volume in the washing machine at that minimum flow velocity during the actual inlet and outlet time. Since the water flow can be considered uniform under normal inlet and outlet conditions, the ratio of the actual inlet and outlet time to the standard inlet and outlet time is the same as the ratio of the reference water volume to the preset inlet water volume. Therefore, the reference water volume can be obtained by multiplying the ratio of the actual outlet time to the standard inlet and outlet time by the water volume corresponding to the standard water level, thus determining the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume.

[0060] The formula for calculating the reference water volume can be: Reference water volume = (Actual water inlet and outlet time / Standard water inlet and outlet time) * Preset water inlet volume.

[0061] Users can select different preset water inlet volumes based on the amount of laundry. Different preset water inlet volumes have different standard water inlet and drainage times, and these different standard water inlet and drainage times result in different times for detecting whether the washing machine's water level meets requirements. In other words, the time required to determine the actual water volume and the reference water volume differs. Therefore, in one embodiment, different preset water inlet volumes correspond to different standard water inlet and drainage times. The step "determining the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume" may include:

[0062] The water volume detection time is determined based on the standard water inlet and drainage time, and the reference water volume is determined based on the ratio of the washing machine's preset water inlet volume and water volume detection time to the standard water inlet and drainage time.

[0063] When the actual water inflow and drainage time is the water volume detection time, determine the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume under the actual water inflow and drainage time.

[0064] For example, half or three-quarters of the standard water inlet and outlet time can be used as the water volume detection time. For instance, if the standard water inlet and outlet time is 4 minutes, then the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume can be determined when the washing machine has been inlet and outlet for 2 or 3 minutes.

[0065] The ratio of water volume detection time to standard water inlet time is multiplied by the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine as a reference water volume. When the actual water inlet and outlet time is the same as the water volume detection time, the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume under the actual water inlet and outlet time is determined.

[0066] 104. If the size indicator of the washing machine's water level fails to reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, it indicates an abnormal water level.

[0067] For example, if the washing machine's water level fails to reach the standard level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, an abnormal water level alert message can be sent to the corresponding terminal of the washing machine. Alternatively, the washing machine's buzzer can sound, or a specified audio (such as a music alarm) can be played through the washing machine's built-in speaker to alert the user that the washing machine's water level is abnormal.

[0068] In water intake mode, if the actual water volume is less than the reference water volume, it indicates that the washing machine's water level cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water intake and drainage time, indicating a water intake abnormality in the washing machine. Specifically, in one embodiment, the standard water intake and drainage time includes the standard water intake time, the reference water volume is the reference water volume corresponding to the actual water intake and drainage time, and the standard water level includes the standard water intake level. The step "If the size relationship indicates that the washing machine's water level cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water intake and drainage time, then push a water volume abnormality reminder message to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine" may include:

[0069] If the actual water volume of the washing machine is less than the reference water volume, it is determined that the water level of the washing machine is lower than the standard water level during the standard water intake time.

[0070] Send an alert message about abnormal water levels to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

[0071] For example, the standard water inlet and outlet time includes the standard water inlet time, the reference water volume can include the reference water inlet volume, and the standard water level is the standard water inlet level. If the actual water volume of the washing machine is less than the reference water inlet volume, it means that the water level of the washing machine is always lower than the standard water inlet level during the standard water inlet time, and the washing machine cannot be triggered to enter the washing mode. The machine will send a water volume abnormality reminder message to the terminal bound to the washing machine so that the user is aware that there is an abnormality in the water inlet of the washing machine.

[0072] In drainage mode, if the actual water volume is greater than the reference water volume, it indicates that the washing machine's water level cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and drainage time, indicating an abnormal water inlet for the washing machine. In one embodiment, the standard water inlet and drainage time includes the standard drainage time, the reference water volume is the reference drainage volume corresponding to the actual water inlet and drainage time, and the standard water level includes the standard empty tub water level. The step "If the size relationship indicates that the washing machine's water level cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and drainage time, then push a water volume abnormality reminder message to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine" may include:

[0073] If the actual water volume of the washing machine is less than the reference drainage volume, then the water level of the washing machine during the standard drainage time is higher than the standard empty drum water level.

[0074] Send an alert message about abnormal water levels to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

[0075] For example, the standard water inlet and outlet time includes the standard drainage time, the reference water volume can include the reference drainage volume, and the standard water level is the standard drainage level. If the actual water volume of the washing machine is greater than the reference drainage volume, it means that the water level of the washing machine is always higher than the standard water inlet level during the standard drainage time, and the washing machine cannot be triggered to enter the spin-dry mode. In this case, an abnormal water volume reminder message is sent to the terminal bound to the washing machine so that the user is aware that there is an abnormality in the washing machine drainage.

[0076] If it is determined that the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, a water level abnormality reminder message is sent to the terminal bound to the washing machine. If the washing machine still does not reach the standard water level after a certain period of time (later than the standard water inlet and outlet time), a fault alarm can be triggered to prevent users from not checking the terminal in time and being unaware of the abnormality of the washing machine. That is, in one embodiment, the washing machine is also equipped with a fault alarm time. After the step "if the size relationship indicates that the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, then push a water level abnormality reminder message to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine", the water level abnormality reminder method provided in this application embodiment may further include:

[0077] If the actual water inlet and outlet time meets the fault alarm time, then the relationship between the actual water level and the standard water level of the washing machine is detected.

[0078] If the height relationship does not meet the preset conditions, the sound-generating device in the washing machine will be controlled to emit sound.

[0079] For example, if the actual water inlet and outlet time meets the fault alarm time (later than the actual water inlet and outlet time), the actual water level and the standard water level of the washing machine are detected. In water inlet mode, if the relationship between the water level and the standard water level does not meet the preset conditions, that is, the actual water level is lower than the standard water level and exceeds the preset threshold, in water outlet mode, if the relationship between the water level and the standard water level does not meet the preset conditions, that is, the actual water level is higher than the standard water level and exceeds the preset threshold, the sound-emitting device in the washing machine is controlled to emit a sound, which can be a buzzer.

[0080] By using the washing machine's sound-emitting device to issue alerts, users can avoid being unaware of abnormalities in the washing machine's water inlet and drainage due to not checking the terminal. At the same time, it can also prevent false alarms caused by the user's living environment resulting in slow water flow in or out of the standard water level during the standard water inlet and drainage time.

[0081] After pushing a water level anomaly alert message to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine, the terminal can display relevant content based on the alert message. After viewing the relevant content, the user can send control commands to the washing machine through the terminal, such as controlling the washing machine to pause or stop working. That is, in one embodiment, after the step "if the water level of the washing machine, as indicated by the size relationship, cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, then push a water level anomaly alert message to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine", the abnormal water level alert method further includes:

[0082] The receiving terminal sends control commands in response to the abnormal water volume alert message.

[0083] The operation of the washing machine is controlled according to control commands.

[0084] The system can detect the water inlet and outlet volume of the washing machine at preset time intervals. If it detects that the washing machine is not inleting water or not draining water, it will issue a reminder to allow the user to promptly detect any abnormalities in the washing machine's water inlet and outlet flow. In one embodiment, the actual water level is obtained at preset time intervals. The method also includes:

[0085] For example, the actual water level of the washing machine is obtained at preset time intervals; the water level change is calculated based on the actual water level of the washing machine at each preset time interval; if the water level change is zero within a continuous time interval, it means that the washing machine's water intake or drainage is zero within the corresponding time period, and a water level abnormality reminder message is pushed to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

[0086] As can be seen from the above, the embodiments of this application obtain the actual water level and actual water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine; if the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine, the actual water volume of the washing machine is determined based on the actual water level; the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume is determined, where the reference water volume is the product of the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine and the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time to the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine; if the relationship indicates that the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, an abnormal water volume is indicated.

[0087] In this embodiment of the application, the actual water level of the washing machine is detected to determine whether the water level of the washing machine can reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time. If the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, the user is notified so that the user can detect the abnormal situation of the washing machine in time.

[0088] To facilitate better implementation of the water volume anomaly alert method provided in this application embodiment, a water volume anomaly alert device is also provided in one embodiment. The meanings of the terms used are the same as in the water volume anomaly alert method described above, and specific implementation details can be found in the description of the method embodiment.

[0089] This abnormal water level alert device can be integrated into the washing machine, such as... Figure 2 As shown, the water volume abnormality reminder device may include: an acquisition unit 301, a water volume determination unit 302, a relationship determination unit 303, and a reminder unit 304, as detailed below:

[0090] (1) Acquisition unit 301 is used to acquire the actual water level and actual water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine.

[0091] (2) Water volume determination unit 302 is used to determine the actual water volume of the washing machine based on the actual water level if the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine.

[0092] (3) Relationship determination unit 303 is used to determine the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume. The reference water volume is the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time to the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine, and the product of the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine.

[0093] In one embodiment, different preset water inflow volumes correspond to different standard water inflow and drainage times. The relationship determination unit 303 includes:

[0094] The reference water volume determination subunit is used to determine the water volume detection time based on the standard water inlet and outlet time, and to determine the reference water volume based on the preset water inlet volume and the proportion of the water volume detection time to the standard water inlet and outlet time.

[0095] The water volume relationship determination subunit is used to determine the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume when the actual water inflow and drainage time is the water volume detection time.

[0096] (4) The reminder unit 304 is used to indicate abnormal water volume if the water level of the washing machine, which is indicated by the size relationship, cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time.

[0097] In one embodiment, the standard inlet and outlet time includes a standard inlet time, the reference water volume is the reference inlet water volume corresponding to the actual inlet and outlet time, the standard water level includes a standard inlet water level, and the reminder unit 304 includes:

[0098] The first water level determination subunit is used to determine that if the actual water volume of the washing machine is less than the reference water volume, the water level of the washing machine at the standard water inlet time is lower than the standard water inlet level.

[0099] The first message push subunit is used to push water level abnormality reminder messages to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

[0100] In one embodiment, the standard inlet / outlet time includes the standard outlet time, the reference water volume is the reference outlet volume corresponding to the actual inlet / outlet time, the standard water level includes the standard empty tank water level, and the reminder unit 304 includes:

[0101] The second water level determination subunit is used to determine that if the actual water volume of the washing machine is less than the reference drainage volume, the water level of the washing machine during the standard drainage time is higher than the standard empty drum water level.

[0102] The second message push subunit is used to push water level abnormality reminder messages to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

[0103] In one embodiment, the washing machine is also equipped with a fault alarm time, and the water level abnormality reminder device further includes:

[0104] The detection subunit is used to detect the relationship between the actual water level and the standard water level of the washing machine if the actual water inlet and outlet time meets the fault alarm time.

[0105] The sound-generating subunit is used to control the sound-generating device in the washing machine to emit sound if the high-low relationship does not meet the preset conditions.

[0106] In one embodiment, the water level abnormality alert device further includes:

[0107] The receiving unit is used to receive control commands sent by the terminal in response to the water volume abnormality reminder message;

[0108] The control unit is used to control the operation of the washing machine according to control commands.

[0109] In one embodiment, the water level abnormality alert device further includes:

[0110] The calculation unit is used to calculate the water level change in each preset time interval based on the actual water level of the washing machine at each preset time interval.

[0111] The sending unit is used to push a water level abnormality reminder message to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine if the water level change is zero within a continuous time interval.

[0112] As can be seen from the above, the water volume abnormality reminder device in this application embodiment obtains the actual water level and actual water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine through the acquisition unit 301; if the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine, the water volume determination unit 302 determines the actual water volume of the washing machine based on the actual water level; the relationship determination unit 303 determines the size relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume, where the reference water volume is the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time to the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine, multiplied by the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine; if the size relationship indicates that the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, the reminder unit 304 prompts a water volume abnormality.

[0113] In this embodiment of the application, the actual water level of the washing machine is detected to determine whether the water level of the washing machine can reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time. If the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, the user is notified so that the user can detect the abnormal situation of the washing machine in time.

[0114] This application also provides a washing machine, such as... Figure 3 As shown, it illustrates a structural schematic diagram of the washing machine involved in the embodiments of this application. Specifically:

[0115] The washing machine may include components such as a processor 1001 with one or more processing cores, a memory 1002 with one or more computer-readable storage media, a power supply 1003, and an input unit 1004. Those skilled in the art will understand that... Figure 3The washing machine structure shown does not constitute a limitation on the washing machine and may include more or fewer components than shown, or combine certain components, or have different component arrangements. Wherein:

[0116] The processor 1001 is the control center of the washing machine. It connects to various parts of the washing machine via various interfaces and lines. By running or executing software programs and / or modules stored in the memory 1002, and by calling data stored in the memory 1002, it performs various functions and processes data, thereby providing overall monitoring of the washing machine. Optionally, the processor 1001 may include one or more processing cores; preferably, the processor 1001 may integrate an application processor and a modem processor, wherein the application processor mainly processes computer programs, etc.

[0117] The memory 1002 can be used to store software programs and modules. The processor 1001 executes various functional applications and data processing by running the software programs and modules stored in the memory 1002. The memory 1002 may mainly include a program storage area and a data storage area. The program storage area may store at least one computer program required for a function (such as a sound playback function); the data storage area may store data created based on the use of the washing machine. In addition, the memory 1002 may include high-speed random access memory and may also include non-volatile memory, such as at least one disk storage device, flash memory device, or other volatile solid-state storage device. Accordingly, the memory 1002 may also include a memory controller to provide the processor 1001 with access to the memory 1002.

[0118] The washing machine also includes a power supply 1003 that supplies power to the various components. Preferably, the power supply 1003 can be logically connected to the processor 1001 through a power management system, thereby enabling functions such as charging, discharging, and power consumption management through the power management system. The power supply 1003 may also include one or more DC or AC power supplies, a recharging system, a power fault detection circuit, a power converter or inverter, a power status indicator, or any other components.

[0119] The washing machine may also include an input unit 1004, which can be used to receive input digital or character information and generate signal inputs to the operation panel related to user settings and function control.

[0120] Although not shown, the washing machine may also include a display unit, etc., which will not be described in detail here. Specifically, in this embodiment, the processor 1001 in the washing machine loads the executable files corresponding to the processes of one or more computer programs into the memory 1002 according to the following instructions, and the processor 1001 runs the computer programs stored in the memory 1002 to realize various functions, as follows:

[0121] Obtain the actual water level and actual water inlet and outlet times of the washing machine;

[0122] If the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine, the actual water volume of the washing machine shall be determined based on the actual water level.

[0123] Determine the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume. The reference water volume is the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time to the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine, multiplied by the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine.

[0124] If the size indicator of the washing machine's water level fails to reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, an abnormal water level warning message will be sent.

[0125] For details on the implementation of each of the above operations, please refer to the previous examples, which will not be repeated here.

[0126] As can be seen from the above, the washing machine in this embodiment can obtain the actual water level and the actual water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine; if the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine, the actual water volume of the washing machine is determined based on the actual water level; the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume is determined, where the reference water volume is the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time to the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine, multiplied by the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine; if the relationship indicates that the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, an abnormal water volume is indicated.

[0127] In this embodiment of the application, the actual water level of the washing machine is detected to determine whether the water level of the washing machine can reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time. If the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, the user is notified so that the user can detect the abnormal situation of the washing machine in time.

[0128] According to one aspect of this application, a computer program product or computer program is provided, comprising computer instructions stored in a computer-readable storage medium. A processor of a washing machine reads the computer instructions from the computer-readable storage medium and executes the computer instructions, causing the washing machine to perform the methods provided in the various optional implementations of the above embodiments.

[0129] Those skilled in the art will understand that all or part of the steps in the various methods of the above embodiments can be performed by a computer program, or by a computer program controlling related hardware. The computer program can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium and loaded and executed by a processor.

[0130] Therefore, embodiments of this application provide a computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program that can be loaded by a processor to execute any of the water volume abnormality alert methods provided in embodiments of this application.

[0131] For details on the implementation of each of the above operations, please refer to the previous examples, which will not be repeated here.

[0132] The computer-readable storage medium may include: read-only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), disk or optical disk, etc.

[0133] Since the computer program stored in the computer-readable storage medium can execute any of the water volume abnormality reminder methods provided in the embodiments of this application, the beneficial effects that any of the water volume abnormality reminder methods provided in the embodiments of this application can achieve can be realized, as detailed in the preceding embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0134] The above provides a detailed description of a water level abnormality alert method, device, washing machine, and computer-readable storage medium provided in the embodiments of this application. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The descriptions of the above embodiments are only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of this application. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope based on the ideas of this application. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

Claims

1. A method for alerting users of abnormal water volume, characterized in that, Applied to a washing machine, the method includes: Obtain the actual water level and actual water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine; If the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine, the actual water volume of the washing machine is determined based on the actual water level. Determine the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume, wherein the reference water volume is the product of the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time and the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine, and the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine; If the water level of the washing machine, as indicated by the size relationship, cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, an abnormal water level is indicated. The standard water inlet and outlet time includes a standard water inlet time, the reference water volume is the reference water inlet volume corresponding to the actual water inlet and outlet time, the standard water level includes a standard water inlet level, and if the size relationship indicates that the washing machine's water level cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, an abnormal water volume is indicated, including: If the actual water volume of the washing machine is less than the reference water volume, then it is determined that the water level of the washing machine at the standard water intake time is lower than the standard water intake level. An abnormal water level alert message is sent to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The standard water inlet and outlet time includes a standard drainage time, the reference water volume is the reference drainage volume corresponding to the actual water inlet and outlet time, the standard water level includes the standard empty tub water level, and if the size relationship indicates that the washing machine's water level cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, an abnormal water volume is indicated, including: If the actual water volume of the washing machine is less than the reference drainage volume, then the water level of the washing machine at the standard drainage time is determined to be higher than the standard empty drum water level. An abnormal water level alert message is sent to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

3. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The washing machine is also equipped with a fault alarm time. If the water level of the washing machine, as indicated by the size relationship, cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, and an abnormal water volume is indicated, the method further includes: If the actual water inlet and outlet time meets the fault alarm time, then the relationship between the actual water level of the washing machine and the standard water level is detected. If the height relationship does not meet the preset conditions, the sound-generating device in the washing machine is controlled to emit sound.

4. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, If the size relationship indicates that the water level of the washing machine cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, and an abnormal water level is detected, the method further includes: Receive control commands sent by the terminal in response to the water volume abnormality alert message; The operation of the washing machine is controlled according to the control instructions.

5. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The actual water level is obtained at preset time intervals, and the method further includes: Calculate the water level change for each preset time interval based on the actual water level of the washing machine at each preset time interval; If the water level change is zero within a continuous time interval, a water level abnormality alert message is pushed to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

6. The method according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, Different preset water inflow volumes correspond to different standard water inflow and drainage times. Determining the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume includes: The water volume detection time is determined based on the standard water inflow and drainage time, and the reference water volume is determined based on the preset water inflow volume and the ratio of the water volume detection time to the standard water inflow and drainage time. When the actual water inflow / outflow time is the same as the water volume detection time, determine the relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume under the actual water inflow / outflow time.

7. A water level abnormality alert device, characterized in that, Integrated into a washing machine, the device includes: The acquisition unit is used to acquire the actual water level and actual water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine; A water volume determination unit is used to determine the actual water volume of the washing machine based on the actual water level if the actual water level does not match the standard water level of the washing machine. The relationship determination unit is used to determine the magnitude relationship between the actual water volume and the reference water volume, wherein the reference water volume is the product of the ratio of the actual water inlet and outlet time and the standard water inlet and outlet time of the washing machine and the preset water inlet volume of the washing machine. The reminder unit is used to indicate an abnormal water level if the water level of the washing machine, as indicated by the size relationship, cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time. The standard water inlet and outlet time includes a standard water inlet time, the reference water volume is the reference water inlet volume corresponding to the actual water inlet and outlet time, the standard water level includes a standard water inlet level, and if the size relationship indicates that the washing machine's water level cannot reach the standard water level within the standard water inlet and outlet time, an abnormal water volume is indicated, including: If the actual water volume of the washing machine is less than the reference water volume, then it is determined that the water level of the washing machine at the standard water intake time is lower than the standard water intake level. An abnormal water level alert message is sent to the terminal corresponding to the washing machine.

8. A washing machine, characterized in that, It includes a memory and a processor; the memory stores a computer program, and the processor is used to run the computer program in the memory to perform the water volume abnormality alert method according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

9. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that, The computer-readable storage medium is used to store a computer program, which is loaded by a processor to execute the water volume abnormality alert method according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

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