Control method of air conditioner indoor unit, air conditioner indoor unit and air conditioner

Abstract

The application provides a control method of an air conditioner indoor unit, the air conditioner indoor unit and an air conditioner. The air conditioner indoor unit comprises a humidifying device. The control method comprises the following steps: receiving one selected from at least one humidifying program by a user; each humidifying program is used for controlling the humidifying device to cyclically execute humidification at a first humidification speed for a first preset time and humidification at a second humidification speed for a second preset time. The humidifying device is controlled to cyclically execute humidification at the first humidification speed for the first preset time and humidification at the second humidification speed for the second preset time according to the one selected. Therefore, the indoor humidity can be improved, and the humidification time of the humidifying device can be prolonged.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] In different seasons within the same region, or even in different regions during the same season, humidity levels can sometimes be low. This can increase discomfort and even worsen certain conditions, such as rhinitis. Furthermore, when the indoor unit of an air conditioner is in cooling mode, this further reduces indoor humidity, making the experience even worse.

[0003] Therefore, most modern air conditioner indoor units are equipped with humidifiers, which are used to change the humidity in the air to improve people's comfort. As the humidifier is turned on, the amount of water stored in the indoor unit to generate the humidifying fluid decreases. In some cases, it is difficult for users to add water to the indoor unit, making it a pressing technical problem to extend the humidification time. Summary of the Invention

[0004] One object of the present invention is to provide a control method for an indoor unit of an air conditioner, an indoor unit of an air conditioner, and an air conditioner, in order to solve the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0005] Specifically, the present invention provides a control method for an indoor unit of an air conditioner, wherein the indoor unit includes a humidifying device, and the control method includes:

[0006] The device receives one of the humidification programs selected by the user from at least one humidification program; each humidification program is used to control the humidification device to cyclically perform humidification at a first humidification speed for a first preset time and humidification at a second humidification speed for a second preset time.

[0007] The humidification device is controlled to cycle through one of the selected humidification programs, humidifying at a first humidification speed for a first preset time and at a second humidification speed for a second preset time.

[0008] Optionally, the step of receiving one of the humidification programs selected by the user in at least one humidification program further includes:

[0009] Receive and store the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed set by the user for each humidification program.

[0010] Optionally, after receiving and storing the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and / or second humidification speed set by the user for each humidification program, the method further includes:

[0011] If the user-defined first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed of any humidification program are received again, the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed of the previously received humidification program will be replaced with the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed of the newly received humidification program.

[0012] Optionally, before controlling the humidifier to cyclically execute the steps of humidifying at a first humidification speed for a first preset time and at a second humidification speed for a second preset time according to one of the selected humidification programs, the method further includes:

[0013] If one of the humidification programs selected by the user is not received, the humidification device will operate according to the preset mode.

[0014] Optionally, the first humidification speed of each humidification program is greater than the second humidification speed of that humidification program.

[0015] Optionally, at least one of the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and second humidification speed in each humidification program differs from the corresponding first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and second humidification speed in another humidification program.

[0016] Optionally, the ratio of the first humidification speed and the second humidification speed in each humidification program may differ from the ratio of the first humidification speed and the second humidification speed in another humidification program.

[0017] Optionally, the ratio of the first preset time and the second preset time of each humidification program may differ from the ratio of the first humidification speed and the second humidification speed of another humidification program.

[0018] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the present invention also provides an indoor unit of an air conditioner, comprising:

[0019] Humidifier, and

[0020] The controller includes a memory and a processor, wherein the memory stores a machine-executable program, and when the machine-executable program is executed by the processor, it implements a control method for the indoor unit of an air conditioner that achieves any of the above-mentioned functions.

[0021] According to a third aspect of the present invention, the present invention also provides an air conditioner comprising the above-described indoor unit.

[0022] This invention provides a control method for an indoor unit of an air conditioner, an indoor unit of an air conditioner, and an air conditioner. The indoor unit includes a humidification device. The control method includes: receiving a humidification program selected by a user from at least one humidification program; each humidification program is used to control the humidification device to cyclically perform humidification at a first humidification speed for a first preset time and at a second humidification speed for a second preset time according to the selected humidification program. Because the humidification device cyclically performs humidification at the first humidification speed for the first preset time and at the second humidification speed for the second preset time according to the selected humidification program, this can both improve indoor humidity and extend the humidification time of the humidification device. Alternatively, it can be understood as improving indoor humidity while avoiding frequent water additions. That is, this can both improve indoor humidity and avoid the situation of frequent water additions when it is inconvenient to add water.

[0023] The above and other objects, advantages and features of the present invention will become more apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of specific embodiments of the invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The following sections will describe some specific embodiments of the invention in detail by way of example and not limitation, with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar parts or portions. Those skilled in the art should understand that these drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale. In the drawings:

[0025] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of a control method for an indoor unit of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a flowchart of a control method for an indoor unit of an air conditioner according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a block diagram of an indoor unit of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0028] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of a control method for an indoor unit of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a flowchart of a control method for an indoor unit of an air conditioner according to another embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a block diagram of an indoor unit of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this embodiment provides a control method for an indoor unit 10 of an air conditioner, wherein the indoor unit 10 includes a humidification device 110. The control method for the indoor unit 10 includes:

[0030] Step S208: Receive one of the humidification programs selected by the user in at least one humidification program; each humidification program is used to control the humidification device 110 to cyclically perform humidification at a first humidification speed for a first preset time and humidification at a second humidification speed for a second preset time.

[0031] In this embodiment, the type of indoor unit 10 of the air conditioner is not limited and can be selected as needed. For example, the type of indoor unit 10 of the air conditioner can be a wall-mounted air conditioner indoor unit or a floor-standing air conditioner indoor unit.

[0032] In this embodiment, the humidifier 110 is used to form a humidifying fluid from the water tank in the indoor unit of the air conditioner to change the humidity in the air. In this embodiment, the method by which the humidifier 110 forms the humidifying fluid from the water is not limited and can be selected as needed. For example, the humidifier 110 can form the humidifying fluid by means of ultrasound or by means of heating.

[0033] In this embodiment, the number of humidification programs is not limited and can be selected as needed. For example, the number of humidification programs can be 1, 2, 3, 6, or 10, etc.

[0034] In this embodiment, the humidification program can be a humidification program whose parameters cannot be modified at the factory, such as the indoor unit 10 of the air conditioner. For example, the first preset time and the second preset time of each humidification program cannot be changed. Alternatively, the parameters of the humidification program can be modified by the user during actual use. For example, the first preset time and the second preset time of each humidification program can be modified, and the current data can overwrite the previous data.

[0035] In this embodiment, the first preset time of each humidification program may be the same as or different from the first preset time of another humidification program. The second preset time of each humidification program may be the same as or different from the second preset time of another humidification program. The ratio of the first preset time and the second preset time of each humidification program may be the same as or different from the ratio of the first preset time and the second preset time of another humidification program.

[0036] In one specific embodiment, the first preset time for each humidification program is the same, the second preset time for each humidification program differs from the second preset time of another humidification program, and the ratio of the first preset time to the second preset time for each humidification program is also different from the ratio of the first preset time to the second preset time for another humidification program. Taking three humidification programs as an example, for instance, the first preset time for the first, second, and third humidification programs is one hour each. The second preset time for the first humidification program is one hour, the second preset time for the second humidification program is two hours, and the second preset time for the third humidification program is three hours. This allows different humidification programs to meet different user needs, providing users with more diverse choices.

[0037] In some other embodiments, the first humidification speed of each humidification program is greater than the second humidification speed of that humidification program. In this embodiment, the difference between the first humidification speed and the second humidification speed of each humidification program is not limited and can be selected as needed. The fact that the first humidification speed of each humidification program is greater than the second humidification speed causes the humidification device 110 to automatically adjust its humidification speed. This improves indoor air humidity while avoiding frequent water additions and extending the humidification time of the humidification device 110.

[0038] In some other embodiments, at least one of the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and second humidification speed in each humidification program differs from the corresponding first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and second humidification speed in another humidification program. That is, at least one of the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and second humidification speed differs in different humidification programs. In other words, the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and second humidification speed are several parameters of the humidification program, and at least one parameter differs between different humidification programs. This results in different humidification methods controlled by the humidification device 110. This makes the humidification methods of the humidification device 110 more diverse, giving users more choices.

[0039] In some other embodiments, the ratio of the first humidification rate to the second humidification rate in each humidification program differs from that in another humidification program. That is, the ratio of the first humidification rate to the second humidification rate varies between different humidification programs. This makes the humidification methods of the humidification device 110 more diverse, giving users more choices.

[0040] In some other embodiments, the ratio of the first preset time and the second preset time in each humidification program differs from the ratio of the first humidification rate and the second humidification rate in another humidification program. That is, the ratio of the first preset time and the second preset time differs between different humidification programs. This makes the humidification mode of the humidification device 110 more diverse, giving users more choices.

[0041] In summary, since the humidifier 110 cyclically executes one of the selected humidification programs, it humidifies at a first humidification speed for a first preset time and at a second humidification speed for a second preset time. Therefore, this both improves indoor humidity and extends the humidification time of the humidifier 110. Alternatively, it can be understood as improving indoor humidity while avoiding frequent water refills. In other words, it improves indoor humidity while avoiding the need for frequent water refills when it is inconvenient to add water.

[0042] In some other embodiments, before step S208, that is, before receiving one of the humidification programs selected by the user in at least one humidification program, the method further includes: step S202: receiving and storing the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed of each humidification program set by the user.

[0043] In this embodiment, the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and / or second humidification speed of each humidification program are changeable. That is, the user can change the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and / or second humidification speed of each humidification program. In other words, each humidification program includes four parameters: first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and second humidification speed. The user can change one, two, three, or all four parameters of each humidification program. This allows the humidification mode of the humidification device 110 to meet the user's real-time changing needs.

[0044] In some other embodiments, before step S208 and after step S202, that is, before receiving the humidification program selected by the user in at least one humidification program and after receiving and storing the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed set by the user for each humidification program, the method further includes:

[0045] Step S204: If the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed of any humidification program set by the user are received again, the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed of the humidification program received again shall be used to replace the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed of the humidification program received last time.

[0046] In this embodiment, the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and / or second humidification speed of any humidification program received again are used to replace the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed, and / or second humidification speed of the previously received humidification program. That is, if the first preset time of the first humidification program is received again, then the first preset time of the first humidification program received again is used to replace the first preset time of the previously received first humidification program. If the first preset time and second preset time of the first humidification program are received again, then the first preset time of the first humidification program received again is used to replace the first preset time of the previously received first humidification program, and the second preset time of the first humidification program received again is used to replace the second preset time of the previously received first humidification program. If the first humidification speed of the first humidification program is received again, then the first humidification speed of the first humidification program received again is used to replace the first humidification speed of the previously received first humidification program. In other words, any parameter of each humidification program can be replaced by the corresponding parameter received next time. This allows the humidification mode of the humidification device 110 to change in real time to meet the user's changing needs.

[0047] In some other embodiments, before step S210, that is, before controlling the humidifier 110 to cyclically execute the step of humidifying at a first humidification speed for a first preset time and at a second humidification speed for a second preset time according to one of the selected humidification programs, the following is also included:

[0048] Step S206: If one of the humidification programs selected by the user is not received, the humidification device 110 is controlled to operate according to the preset mode.

[0049] In this embodiment, the type of preset mode is not limited and can be selected as needed. For example, the preset mode can be the mode selected by the user before the last shutdown. For example, after the indoor unit 10 of the air conditioner is turned off and then turned on again, it will revert to the initial preset mode, not the mode before the last shutdown. This makes the humidification modes of the indoor unit 10 of the air conditioner more diverse to meet different user needs.

[0050] In some other embodiments, after step S208, that is, after receiving the user's selection of one of the humidification programs in at least one humidification program, the method further includes:

[0051] Step S210: Control the humidification device 110 to humidify a first preset time at a first humidification speed and a second preset time at a second humidification speed according to one of the selected humidification programs.

[0052] In summary, since the humidifier 110 cyclically executes one of the selected humidification programs, it humidifies at a first humidification speed for a first preset time and at a second humidification speed for a second preset time. Therefore, this both improves indoor humidity and extends the humidification time of the humidifier 110. Alternatively, it can be understood as improving indoor humidity while avoiding frequent water refills. In other words, it improves indoor humidity while avoiding the need for frequent water refills when it is inconvenient to add water.

[0053] like Figure 2 As shown, another embodiment of the present invention provides a control method for an indoor unit 10 of an air conditioner, the control method comprising:

[0054] Step S202: Receive and store the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed set by the user for each humidification program.

[0055] Step S204: If the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed of any humidification program set by the user are received again, the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed of the humidification program received again shall be used to replace the first preset time, second preset time, first humidification speed and / or second humidification speed of the humidification program received last time.

[0056] Step S206: If one of the humidification programs selected by the user is not received, the humidification device 110 is controlled to operate according to the preset mode.

[0057] Step S208: Receive one of the humidification programs selected by the user in at least one humidification program; each humidification program is used to control the humidification device 110 to cyclically perform humidification at a first humidification speed for a first preset time and humidification at a second humidification speed for a second preset time.

[0058] Step S210: Control the humidification device 110 to humidify a first preset time at a first humidification speed and a second preset time at a second humidification speed according to one of the selected humidification programs.

[0059] According to a second aspect of the present invention, an indoor unit 10 of an air conditioner is also provided, which includes a humidifying device 110 and a controller 120. The controller 120 includes a memory 122 and a processor 121, wherein the memory 122 stores a machine-executable program 123, which, when executed by the processor 121, implements the control method of the indoor unit 10 of the air conditioner described above. Therefore, the indoor unit 10 of the air conditioner possesses the technical effects of the control method of the indoor unit 10 of the air conditioner described above, which will not be elaborated further here.

[0060] According to a third aspect of the present invention, the present invention also provides an air conditioner that includes the above-described air conditioner indoor unit 10. Since the air conditioner includes the above-described air conditioner indoor unit 10, the air conditioner possesses the technical effects of the above-described air conditioner indoor unit 10, which will not be elaborated further here.

[0061] In the description of this embodiment, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "axial," "radial," "circumferential," "clockwise," and "counterclockwise" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention.

[0062] The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature, that is, include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified. When a feature "includes or contains" one or more of the features it encompasses, unless otherwise specifically stated, this indicates that other features are not excluded and may be further included.

[0063] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "fixing," and "coupling," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art should be able to understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0064] Furthermore, in the description of this embodiment, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or it can include contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. That is, in the description of this embodiment, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," or "below" of the second feature can mean the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0065] Unless otherwise specified, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used in the description of these embodiments have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0066] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0067] Therefore, those skilled in the art should recognize that although numerous exemplary embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described in detail herein, many other variations or modifications conforming to the principles of the present invention can be directly determined or derived from the disclosure of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Thus, the scope of the present invention should be understood and construed as covering all such other variations or modifications.

Claims

1. A control method of an air conditioner indoor unit, wherein, The air conditioner indoor unit comprises a humidifying device, and the control method comprises: receiving one of the humidifying programs selected by the user from at least one humidifying program; each of the humidifying programs is used to control the humidifying device to execute in a cycle with a first humidifying speed for a first preset time and with a second humidifying speed for a second preset time; controlling the humidifying device to execute in a cycle with the first humidifying speed for the first preset time and with the second humidifying speed for the second preset time according to the one of the humidifying programs selected by the user; before the step of receiving one of the humidifying programs selected by the user from at least one humidifying program, the method further comprises: receiving and storing the first preset time, the second preset time, the first humidifying speed and / or the second humidifying speed of each of the humidifying programs set by the user; after the step of receiving and storing the first preset time, the second preset time, the first humidifying speed and / or the second humidifying speed of each of the humidifying programs set by the user, the method further comprises: if the first preset time, the second preset time, the first humidifying speed and / or the second humidifying speed of any of the humidifying programs set by the user are received again, the first preset time, the second preset time, the first humidifying speed and / or the second humidifying speed of any of the humidifying programs received again are used to replace the first preset time, the second preset time, the first humidifying speed and / or the second humidifying speed of the humidifying program received last time correspondingly.

2. The control method of the air conditioner indoor unit according to claim 1, wherein before the step of controlling the humidifying device to execute in a cycle with the first humidifying speed for the first preset time and with the second humidifying speed for the second preset time according to the one of the humidifying programs selected by the user, the method further comprises: if one of the humidifying programs selected by the user is not received, controlling the humidifying device to operate according to a preset mode.

3. The control method of the air conditioner indoor unit according to claim 1, wherein the first humidifying speed of each of the humidifying programs is greater than the second humidifying speed of the humidifying program.

4. The control method of the air conditioner indoor unit according to claim 1, wherein at least one of the first preset time, the second preset time, the first humidifying speed and the second humidifying speed of each of the humidifying programs is different from the corresponding first preset time, second preset time, first humidifying speed and second humidifying speed of another of the humidifying programs.

5. The control method of the air conditioner indoor unit according to claim 1, wherein the ratio of the first humidifying speed and the second humidifying speed of each of the humidifying programs is different from the ratio of the first humidifying speed and the second humidifying speed of another of the humidifying programs.

6. The control method of the air conditioner indoor unit according to claim 1, wherein the ratio of the first preset time and the second preset time of each of the humidifying programs is different from the ratio of the first humidifying speed and the second humidifying speed of another of the humidifying programs.

7. An air conditioner indoor unit, comprising: A humidifying device, and A controller comprising a memory and a processor, wherein the memory stores a machine executable program which, when executed by the processor, implements the control method of the air conditioner indoor unit according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

8. An air conditioner comprising the air conditioner indoor unit according to claim 7.

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