Ice maker

Abstract

The invention belongs to the technical field of ice making, and provides an ice maker which comprises a machine body, an ice making module, a supporting plate and a heating module, the ice making module is arranged on the machine body, the supporting plate is arranged on the machine body, and the supporting plate is located below the ice making module and receives liquid generated during operation of the ice making module; heat generated when the heating module operates can act on the water accumulation area on the supporting plate. The supporting plate located below the ice making module can receive dripping condensate water and collect the condensate water in the supporting plate, and meanwhile, the condensate water in the supporting plate can be effectively evaporated by utilizing heat generated by the heating module, so that accumulation of the condensate water is avoided, damage to an electrified part caused by accumulation of the condensate water is avoided, and the service life of the electrified part is prolonged. Corrosion can be reduced or prevented, and the service life of equipment is prolonged; waste heat generated by the heating module is used for evaporating condensate water, energy is recycled, the requirement for regular drainage is reduced, the maintenance frequency and cost are reduced, space can be saved, and the equipment design is more compact.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the technical field of ice making, in particular to an ice making machine. Background Art

[0002] The ice maker mainly converts water into ice based on a refrigeration cycle system. The ice-making module of the ice maker is prone to produce condensed water during the ice-making process or when storing ice cubes. The flow direction of the condensed water is uncontrollable and it is easy to come into contact with live parts or flow out of the machine, causing damage to live parts or water leakage in the ice maker. Summary of the invention

[0003] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the related art. To this end, the present invention provides an ice maker, which is conducive to avoiding the accumulation of condensed water, avoiding damage to live parts or water leakage of the ice maker.

[0004] An ice making machine according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: Body, An ice-making module, wherein the ice-making module is arranged on the machine body; A support plate, the support plate is arranged on the machine body, the support plate is located below the ice-making module, and the support plate is used to support the ice-making module and receive liquid generated when the ice-making module is in operation; A heating module is provided on the machine body, and the heating module is located below the support plate. The heat generated by the heating module during operation can act on the area where water accumulates on the support plate.

[0005] According to the ice-making machine of the embodiment of the present invention, the support plate located under the ice-making module can receive the dripping condensed water and collect the condensed water in the support plate. At the same time, by utilizing the heat generated by the heating module, the condensed water in the support plate can be effectively evaporated, thereby avoiding the accumulation of condensed water, keeping the equipment dry and clean, and avoiding the accumulation of condensed water that may cause damage to the live parts. By evaporating the condensed water, the occurrence of corrosion can be reduced or prevented, and the service life of the equipment can be extended; and using the waste heat generated by the heating module to evaporate the condensed water is a kind of energy recycling, which can improve the energy efficiency of the entire system; in addition, since the condensed water is evaporated, the need for regular drainage is reduced, thereby reducing the maintenance frequency and cost, saving space, and making the equipment design more compact.

[0006] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an overflow groove is provided on the support plate, the heating module includes a compressor, and at least a partial structure of the overflow groove coincides with the orthographic projection of the compressor on a horizontal plane.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the heating module further comprises a heat tank, and at least a partial structure of the overflow trough coincides with the orthographic projection of the heat tank on a horizontal plane.

[0008] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the overflow trough includes a water collecting trough and an overflow trough which are arranged at intervals, the upper surface of the support plate is concavely formed with the water collecting trough, the overflow trough and an overflow notch, the overflow notch connects the water collecting trough and the overflow trough, and the bottom wall of the overflow trough is provided with an overflow hole; Wherein, at least a part of the structure of the water collecting tank is located directly above the compressor, and another part of the structure is located directly above the hot tank.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a support plate is further provided in the machine body and is located below the support plate. The support plate is provided with a first installation area and a second installation area. The first installation area is used to install the hot tank, and the second installation area is used to install the compressor.

[0010] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the ice-making module includes a water tank, the water tank is provided with a normal temperature water zone and a cold water zone, the normal temperature water zone is connected with the cold water zone, so that water is replenished to the cold water zone through the normal temperature water zone.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a partition is provided in the water tank, and the partition is provided between the normal temperature water area and the cold water area; Wherein, an overflow groove is provided at the top of the partition plate, so that the water in the normal temperature water area overflows to the cold water area through the overflow groove.

[0012] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the normal temperature water zone and the cold water zone are staggered, and the normal temperature water zone is located above the cold water zone.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the normal temperature water zone is provided with at least two first liquid level switches, and the two first liquid level switches are arranged in parallel or with a height difference; The cold water zone is provided with at least two second liquid level switches, and the two second liquid level switches are arranged in parallel or with a height difference.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the machine body is provided with a water outlet for users to take water, the ice-making module includes an ice-making mechanism, and the ice-making mechanism includes an ice-making box; The ice maker also includes a cold water pump and a switching valve. The cold water zone is connected to a water inlet of the cold water pump. The switching valve has a first switching state and a second switching state. In the first switching state, the cold water pump is connected to the water outlet through the switching valve; in the second switching state, the cold water pump is connected to the ice box through the switching valve.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the ice-making box is rotatably connected to the water tank, and the ice-making mechanism further includes a limiter, and the limiter is fixedly connected to the ice-making box; The water tank is provided with a limit switch, and the limit switch cooperates with the limit member to control the operation state of the ice-making mechanism; Wherein, a limiting structure is provided on the water tank, and after the limiting member triggers the limit switch, at least one of the limiting member and the ice box abuts and cooperates with the limiting structure to limit the rotation angle of the ice box.

[0016] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the limiting structure includes a first limiting portion and a second limiting portion, and the ice-making mechanism has an ice-making state and an ice-removing state; In the ice-making state, the limiting member rotates forward to engage with the first limiting portion; In the de-icing state, the limiting member rotates in the opposite direction to be in limiting cooperation with the second limiting portion.

[0017] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the ice-making mechanism comprises an ice-making motor, the ice-making motor is mounted on the outer side wall of the water tank, and the output shaft of the ice-making motor is drivingly connected to the limiter; A limited space is formed between the ice-making motor and the outer side wall of the water tank, the limit switch is arranged in the limited space, and a side of the limit switch away from the water tank abuts against the ice-making motor.

[0018] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the limit switch is obliquely arranged on the outer side wall of the water tank.

[0019] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the water tank is provided with a first shaft hole and the ice box is provided with a first rotating shaft, and the first rotating shaft is inserted into and rotatably connected with the first shaft hole; Wherein, the water tank is provided with a blocking structure, and the blocking structure is used to block the first axial hole.

[0020] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the blocking structure comprises: A sealing plugging member, the sealing plugging member is inserted into the first axial hole and seals the first axial hole; The second foaming layer is arranged on the outer wall of the box body, and the second foaming layer covers the outer wall of the sealing block.

[0021] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water tank is provided with an ice receiving trough and an ice storage trough communicated with the ice receiving trough, the ice receiving trough is used to receive the ice cubes made in the ice making box, and the ice storage trough is used to store the ice cubes transferred from the ice receiving trough. Wherein, the ice receiving trough and the ice storage trough are both arranged above the cold water area.

[0022] According to one embodiment of the present invention, at least one full ice sensor module is provided on the water tank, and the full ice sensor module is provided on the side wall of the ice storage tank and is located around the connection point between the ice receiving tank and the ice storage tank.

[0023] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the full ice sensor module includes a transmitting probe and a receiving probe, and the transmitting probe and the receiving probe are respectively arranged on two opposite side walls of the ice storage tank.

[0024] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the installation height of the full ice sensor module is higher than the bottom surface of the connection point between the ice receiving trough and the ice storage trough.

[0025] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a side wall of the ice storage tank is provided with an ice outlet hole, and the ice making module further includes an ice outlet mechanism, and the ice outlet mechanism includes: An ice dispensing box, the ice dispensing box is arranged on the water tank, and the ice dispensing box is provided with an ice dispensing channel connected to the ice dispensing hole, An ice dispensing motor, the ice dispensing motor being installed on the ice dispensing box; An ice-stirring component is transmission-connected to an output end of the ice-discharging motor through the ice-discharging hole. The ice-discharging motor is used to drive the ice-stirring component to rotate so as to drive ice cubes to move out of the ice-discharging hole.

[0026] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the bottom surface of the ice storage tank is a slope, the slope is set at a first angle with the horizontal direction, the top of the slope is provided with a gentle section, the gentle section is set at a second angle with the horizontal direction, and the angle of the second angle is smaller than the angle of the first angle; The ice outlet box is provided with an inlet and an outlet connected to the ice outlet passage, and the inlet is arranged adjacent to the flat section; An extension section is provided on the periphery of the ice dispensing box located at the entrance, the extension section extends toward the flat section, and the extension section is spliced ​​with the flat section.

[0027] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the extension section gradually tilts downward in a direction away from the inlet, and the extension section is arranged at a third angle with the horizontal direction, and the angle of the third angle is smaller than the angle of the second angle.

[0028] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the first angle has a value range of 20° to 30°.

[0029] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the top of the ice discharging box is concave to form a wire protection groove, a drain outlet is opened in the wire protection groove, the drain outlet is connected to the ice discharging channel, and the ice discharging motor is provided with a wiring terminal, and the wiring terminal is at least partially accommodated in the wire protection groove.

[0030] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the ice discharging box is provided with a guide hole connected to the ice discharging channel, and the guide hole is connected to the support plate.

[0031] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the ice outlet channel is provided with a first side wall adjacent to the ice storage tank, the guide hole is opened in the first side wall, and the first side wall is gradually inclined away from the ice storage tank in the ice outlet direction of the ice outlet channel.

[0032] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the inner wall of the guide hole is connected with a plurality of grid bars arranged at intervals.

[0033] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the ice stirring element is an auger.

[0034] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the auger is a centrally symmetrical structure.

[0035] According to one embodiment of the present invention, an ice-blocking plate and a driving member are provided on the ice outlet box, the ice-blocking plate is located at the connecting point between the ice outlet hole and the ice outlet channel, the ice-blocking plate is movably connected to the ice outlet box, and the ice-blocking plate is transmission-connected to the output end of the driving member to drive the ice-blocking plate to move to a position that blocks or connects the ice outlet hole and the ice outlet channel.

[0036] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the machine body is provided with a pressing port. The ice making machine further includes a cup push structure, and the cup push structure includes: A cup pusher, one end of which is connected to the machine body, and the other end of which is movably arranged in the pressing port, and the cup pusher is suitable for elastic deformation under external pressure to move in the pressing port; A micro switch is connected to the machine body, and the cup pusher moves on the pressing port to press the micro switch.

[0037] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the machine body is provided with a connecting column, and a mounting hole is opened at one end of the cup pusher. The cup pusher is sleeved on the connecting column through the mounting hole, and at least a portion of the connecting column extends out of the mounting hole and is connected to the connecting column through a connecting member, and an installation gap is provided between the connecting member and the cup pusher, and the cup pusher is suitable for being deformed under the action of an external force so as to move in the pressing port.

[0038] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the body is provided with positioning ribs, the positioning ribs form a positioning space, the connecting column is arranged in the positioning space, and the positioning ribs stop and limit the opposite sides of the cup pusher.

[0039] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the machine body is provided with a base, and the ice-making machine further comprises a water source module, wherein the water source module is provided at the base, and the water source module is used to supply water to the ice-making module.

[0040] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water source module includes any one of a bottled water source and a tap water source.

[0041] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water source module is a tap water source, and the water source module also includes a filtration system, which is arranged on the base. One end of the filtration system is connected to an external tap water pipeline, and the other end is connected to the ice-making module.

[0042] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water source module further includes a diaphragm pump and a suction head, the suction head is connected to a water outlet of the bottled water, and the diaphragm pump is connected between the suction head and the ice-making module.

[0043] Additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will be given in part in the following description and in part will be obvious from the following description, or will be learned through practice of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0044] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or related technologies, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or related technical descriptions are briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0045] Figure 1 It is a first-view overall schematic diagram of the ice-making machine provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0046] Figure 2 2 is a second perspective overall schematic diagram of the ice maker provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0047] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the ice maker provided by an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the water source module is a tap water source.

[0048] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the ice maker provided by an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the water source module is bottled water.

[0049] Figure 5It is a schematic diagram of the interior of the ice maker provided by an embodiment of the present invention from a third viewing angle.

[0050] Figure 6 It is a schematic structural diagram of the coordination of a support plate, a pallet, a compressor and a hot tank provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0051] Figure 7 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of a support plate provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0052] Figure 8 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of a support plate provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0053] Fig. 9 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the ice-making module provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0054] Fig.10 It is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the ice-making module provided by an embodiment of the present invention from a first perspective.

[0055] Fig.11 yes Fig.10 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure in the middle.

[0056] Fig.12 It is a schematic structural diagram of a limit structure, a positioning member and an anti-foolproof member provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0057] Fig.13 2 is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the ice-making module provided by an embodiment of the present invention from a second viewing angle.

[0058] Fig.14 It is a cross-sectional schematic diagram from a first viewing angle of an ice-making module provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0059] Fig.15 2 is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of an ice-making module provided by an embodiment of the present invention from a second viewing angle.

[0060] Fig.16 yes Fig.15 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at B in the figure.

[0061] Fig.17 yes Fig.15 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at center C.

[0062] Fig.18 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of a box body provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0063] Fig.19 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of a box provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0064] Fig. 20 It is a structural schematic diagram of an ice discharging mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0065] Fig.21 It is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of an ice discharging mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0066] Fig. 22 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cup pusher structure and the body provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0067] Fig.23 It is a schematic diagram of a waterway provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0068] Reference numerals: 100, machine body; 110, water outlet; 120, ice outlet; 130, access area; 131, cup holder; 132, press port; 133, connecting column; 134, mounting edge; 135, positioning column; 136, fixing buckle; 140, cold water pump; 150, switching valve; 161, hot water valve; 162, waterway plate; 170, base; 171, water collection level; 180, door body; 190, door control switch; 200, ice making module; 210, water tank; 211, normal temperature water area; 2111, first liquid level switch; 212, cold water area; 2121, second liquid level switch; 213, partition; 2131, overflow groove; 214, condensation tank; 2141, overflow channel; 215, ice making water inlet; 2161, first axial hole; 2162, second axial hole; 217, box body; 2171, ice receiving groove; 2172, ice storage groove; 21721, ice outlet hole; 21722, slope; 21723, gentle section; 2173, full ice sensor module; 2181, box body; 2182, box cover; 2191, first foaming layer; 2192, sealing plug; 2193, second foaming layer; 220, ice-making mechanism; 221, ice-making box; 2211, first rotating shaft; 2212, second rotating shaft; 2213, ice shovel; 222, evaporator; 2221, first positioning structure; 2222, second positioning structure; 2223, ice-making column; 223, ice-making motor; 230, ice discharging mechanism; 231, ice discharging box; 2311, ice discharging channel; 2312, guide hole; 2313, guide plate; 2314, grille bar; 2315, wire protection groove; 2316, drain outlet; 232, ice discharging motor; 233, ice stirring part; 234, ice blocking plate; 235, driving part; 240, limit member; 250, limit switch; 260, limit structure; 261, first limit part; 262, second limit part; 270, positioning member; 280, foolproof member; 300, heating module; 310, compressor; 320, heat tank; 321, water inlet pipe; 400, water source module; 410, filtration system; 411, RO filter element; 412, booster pump; 420, water leakage protector; 430, water leakage detection board; 440, bottled water; 450, diaphragm pump; 460, suction head; 500, cup push structure; 510, cup push member; 511, push section; 512, limit hook; 513, cantilever section; 5131, mounting hole; 520, micro switch; 600, support plate; 610, overflow trough; 611, water collecting trough; 612, overflow trough; 6121, overflow hole; 613, overflow notch; 614, installation notch; 700, support plate; 710, first installation area; 711, overflow groove; 7111, drainage hole; 712, water collection groove; 720, second installation area; 721, installation groove; 800, condenser; 910, cold water drainage pipeline; 920, hot water drainage pipeline; 930, main drainage pipeline; 940, drain valve. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0069] The following embodiments of the present invention are described in further detail in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0070] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate positions or positional relationships based on the positions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the devices or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limitations on the embodiments of the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0071] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "connection" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the embodiments of the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0072] In the embodiments of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the first feature being "above" or "below" the second feature may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Moreover, the first feature being "above", "above" and "above" the second feature may mean that the first feature is directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. The first feature being "below", "below" and "below" the second feature may mean that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0073] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example", or "some examples" etc. means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiment of the present invention. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described may be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. In addition, those skilled in the art may combine and combine the different embodiments or examples described in this specification and the features of the different embodiments or examples, without contradiction.

[0074] Combine the following Figures 1 to 23 The ice making machine of the embodiment of the present invention is described. It can be understood that, referring to Figures 1 to 5 In the embodiment of the present invention, the ice maker includes a body 100, and the body 100 is divided into three areas from top to bottom, the upper layer is an ice making area, the lower layer is a water source area, and the middle layer is a heat generating area. Of course, in other embodiments, the body 100 can also be divided into two areas, and only the ice making area and the heat generating area are retained, which is not limited here.

[0075] Reference Figures 1 to 5 In an embodiment of the present invention, the ice maker further includes an ice making module 200, a heating module 300 and a water source module 400. The ice making module 200 is located in the ice making area, the water source module 400 is located in the water source area, the heating module 300 is located in the heat generating area, and the water source module 400 is used to supply water to the ice making module 200.

[0076] Specifically, refer to Figures 1 to 5 In the embodiment of the present invention, the machine body 100 is provided with a water outlet 110, an ice outlet 120 and a taking area 130 for users to take ice. The water outlet 110 and the ice outlet 120 are arranged at the upper part of the taking area 130. The ice maker further includes a cup pusher structure 500, which is arranged at the taking area 130 of the machine body 100.

[0077] It is understandable that, referring to Figure 3 and Figure 6 In the embodiment of the present invention, the heating module 300 includes a compressor 310 and a heat tank 320. It can be understood that in this embodiment, the heat tank 320 is arranged on the body 100, and the heat tank 320 is used to produce hot water and output the hot water to the water outlet 110; wherein, along the left and right direction of the body 100, the heat tank 320 and the water outlet 110 are close to each other and located on the same side.

[0078] By adopting the above structure, the hot tank 320 and the water outlet 110 for making hot water are close to each other and located on the same side, thereby shortening the distance between the hot tank 320 and the water outlet 110, and greatly reducing the heat loss of hot water during the transportation process, thereby ensuring that the temperature of the hot water is more stable when it reaches the water outlet 110 for users to take. The waiting time for hot water during the transportation process is reduced, and the overall working efficiency of the ice maker is improved. Users can obtain hot water with a suitable temperature more quickly, which improves the comfort and satisfaction during use. In addition, through the above arrangement, the hot tank 320 and the water outlet 110 are designed to be on the same side, which simplifies the spatial layout, makes the overall structure more compact, and facilitates maintenance and inspection.

[0079] It is understandable that, referring to Figure 3 , Figures 6 to 8 In the embodiment of the present invention, the ice maker further comprises a support plate 600 and a support plate 700 both disposed in the body 100. The support plate 600 is located between the ice making area and the heat generating area, that is, the support plate 600 is located between the ice making module 200 and the heating module 300. The support plate 700 is located between the heat generating area and the water source area, that is, the support plate 700 is located between the water source module 400 and the heating module 300. Specifically, refer to Figure 3 , Figures 6 to 8 In an embodiment of the present invention, the support plate 600 is located below the ice-making module 200. The support plate 600 is used to support the ice-making module 200 and receive the liquid generated when the ice-making module 200 is in operation. The heating module 300 is located below the support plate 600. The heat generated when the heating module 300 is in operation can act on the area where water accumulates on the support plate 600.

[0080] With the above structure, it can be understood that when the ice-making module 200 is making or storing ice, condensed water is easily generated on its outer wall, and the flow direction of the condensed water is not controllable. Even if the ice-making machine is provided with a drainage system, the condensed water is not easy to flow to the designated drainage position. For this reason, the support plate 600 located below the ice-making module 200 can receive the dripping condensed water and collect the condensed water in the support plate 600. At the same time, by utilizing the heat generated by the heating module 300, the condensed water in the support plate 600 can be effectively evaporated, thereby avoiding the accumulation of condensed water, keeping the equipment dry and clean, and avoiding the accumulation of condensed water that may cause damage to the live parts. By evaporating the condensed water, the occurrence of corrosion can be reduced or prevented, and the service life of the equipment can be extended; and the waste heat generated by the heating module 300 is used to evaporate the condensed water, which is a kind of energy reuse, which can improve the energy efficiency of the entire system; in addition, since the condensed water is evaporated, the need for regular drainage is reduced, thereby reducing the maintenance frequency and cost, saving space, and making the equipment design more compact.

[0081] Specifically, refer to Figure 3 , Figures 6 to 8 In this embodiment, an overflow groove 610 is provided on the support plate 600, and at least a part of the structure of the overflow groove 610 coincides with the orthographic projection of the compressor 310 on the horizontal plane, and at least a part of the structure of the overflow groove 610 coincides with the orthographic projection of the hot tank 320 on the horizontal plane. It can be understood that the condensed water is collected in the overflow groove 610 of the support plate 600, and at the same time, by utilizing the heat generated by the compressor 310 and the hot pot, the condensed water in the overflow groove 610 can be effectively evaporated, thereby avoiding the accumulation of condensed water, keeping it dry and clean, and avoiding the accumulation of condensed water that may cause damage to the live parts. A part of the structure of the overflow groove 610 is located directly above the compressor 310, and another part of the structure is located directly above the hot tank 320. Of course, the overflow groove 610 can also have a part of the structure located on one side of the compressor 310 and the hot tank 320, and the heat generated by the compressor 310 and the hot tank 320 when working can also be utilized.

[0082] It should be noted that, in this embodiment, the heating module 300 not only provides heat through the compressor 310 and the heat tank 320, but also can interact with the support plate 600 through the heat generated by other functional components during operation, which will not be explained here.

[0083] Specifically, refer to Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 In this embodiment, the overflow trough 610 includes a water collecting trough 611 and an overflow trough 612 arranged at intervals. The upper surface of the support plate 600 is concave to form a water collecting trough 611, an overflow trough 612 and an overflow notch 613. The overflow notch 613 connects the water collecting trough 611 and the overflow trough 612. The bottom wall of the overflow trough 612 is provided with an overflow hole 6121.

[0084] Specifically, refer to Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 Part of the structure of the water collecting tank 611 is located directly above the compressor 310, and the other part of the structure is located directly above the hot tank 320, and the overflow tank 612 is located on one side of the compressor 310 and the hot tank 320, that is, above the side.

[0085] It can be understood that the locations where the ice-making module 200 generates condensed water are widely distributed. By setting the water collecting groove 611 and the overflow groove 612, the water collecting area of ​​the support plate 600 is increased to ensure that the water flow is collected in the water collecting groove 611 and the overflow groove 612 instead of flowing to other charged parts. In this way, the water collecting groove 611 can correspond to the position below the location where condensed water is easily generated. At the same time, the water collecting groove 611 can also be set to cover a larger area of ​​the support plate 600, such as being set in the middle position of the support plate 600, so as to better collect condensed water, and the overflow groove 612 can be set at a position that is convenient for drainage, such as the edge position of the support plate 600. Condensed water drips into the water collecting groove 611. When the amount of water is small, it can be evaporated by the heat generating device (compressor 310, hot tank 320, etc.) of the ice maker. At this time, it is not necessary to drain water through the overflow hole 6121. The water collecting groove 611 plays a role in collecting water to prevent water from flowing to other charged parts. If the amount of water is large, for example, after the water tank 210 overflows, the water in the water collecting tank 611 becomes more and more, and the water flows through the overflow notch 613 to the overflow tank 612, and is discharged through the overflow hole 6121 in the overflow tank 612, so as to drain the water in time and avoid the overflow water filling the water collecting tank 611 and flowing to other live parts.

[0086] Reference Figure 6 and Figure 7 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the height of the overflow notch 613 is higher than the bottom wall of the water collecting tank 611. It is understandable that only when the amount of water in the water collecting tank 611 accumulates to a certain water level will it flow from the overflow notch 613 to the overflow tank 612 and be discharged. When there is a small amount of condensed water in the water collecting tank 611, there is no need to drain the water, and the internal heat generating device of the ice maker can evaporate this part of the water. In other words, even if the ice-making component produces a small amount of condensed water, the condensed water can be collected by the water collecting tank 611 to prevent it from flowing to other charged parts, and there is no need to perform drainage operations, thereby reducing the number of operational steps required to handle drainage. Drainage is only required when an abnormal situation occurs, such as overflow of the water tank 210. The user can understand whether there is an abnormal situation by paying attention to the designated drainage area. That is, under normal circumstances, the user does not need to handle drainage, thereby improving the user experience.

[0087] Reference Figure 6 and Figure 7According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water collecting tank 611 includes a water collecting portion and an extension portion connected to each other, and the overflow notch 613 connects the extension portion and the water overflow tank 612. It can be understood that the area of ​​the water collecting portion is larger than the area of ​​the extension portion, so that the water collecting portion covers more positions, thereby collecting condensed water dripping from the ice making assembly. The extension portion is used to extend to the water overflow tank 612, so as to facilitate the connection of the water overflow tank 612 through the overflow notch 613.

[0088] Reference Figure 6 and Figure 7 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the bottom wall of the overflow trough 612 is inclined from the first end to the second end, the height of the first end is higher than the second end, and the overflow hole 6121 is arranged at the second end. The overflow hole 6121 is arranged at a lower position to facilitate the emptying of the water in the overflow trough 612 and prevent water accumulation. It can be understood that the overflow trough 612 is in the shape of a long strip. If the water discharged from the water collecting trough 611 to the overflow trough 612 cannot be discharged from the overflow hole 6121 in time, the water in the overflow trough 612 will gradually accumulate, and the overflow trough 612 can temporarily store this part of water without overflowing.

[0089] Reference Figure 6 and Figure 7 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the overflow notch 613 is disposed adjacent to the overflow hole 6121 , so that the water flowing from the overflow notch 613 to the overflow trough 612 can be discharged from the overflow hole 6121 in a timely manner.

[0090] Reference Figure 6 and Figure 7 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the ice maker includes a pipe assembly, which is arranged on the machine body 100. The support plate 600 is provided with a mounting notch 614, which is connected to one side of the support plate 600 to form a side opening, and the pipe assembly is passed through the mounting notch 614. By providing the mounting notch 614 on one side of the support plate 600, since the mounting notch 614 is connected to the side of the support plate 600 to form the side opening, when the support plate 600 is installed, the pipe assembly can enter the mounting notch 614 from the side opening, and thus pass through the mounting notch 614 to connect the upper and lower components of the support plate 600. There is no need to perform pipe punching operations, and the pipe assembly can be installed on the side of the pipe, which is convenient to install.

[0091] It is understandable that, referring to Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 8In the embodiment of the present invention, the support plate 700 is provided with a first installation area 710 and a second installation area 720. The first installation area 710 is used to install the hot tank 320, and the second installation area 720 is used to install the compressor 310. The first installation area 710 is provided with an overflow groove 711 and a drainage hole 7111 connected to the overflow groove 711. By setting up a first installation area 710 and a second installation area 720 on the support plate 700, the hot tank 320 and the compressor 310 are separately packaged. An overflow groove 711 and a drainage hole 7111 are provided in the first installation area 710. The overflow groove 711 is used to collect condensed water generated at the hot tank 320, and the water is discharged to a designated area through the drainage hole 7111 to prevent water from flowing to other live parts and causing damage. The compressor 310 is installed in the second installation area 720, so that the compressor 310 is separated from the hot tank 320, and the condensed water collected in the overflow groove 711 will not flow to the compressor 310. The partition is reasonable and the space is fully utilized.

[0092] It can be understood that the hot tank 320 plays many roles in the ice maker, including storing cold energy, balancing power load, and improving energy efficiency. During the ice making process, when condensed water is generated on the outer wall of the hot tank 320, the condensed water can drip into the first installation area 710 below, and then flow into the overflow groove 711, and be discharged to the designated area from the drain hole 7111, and it is not easy to flow to the second installation area 720 where the compressor 310 is located.

[0093] Reference Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 8 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the second installation area 720 is provided with an installation groove 721 for installing the compressor 310, and the installation groove 721 is spaced apart from the overflow groove 711. It can be understood that the installation groove 721 and the overflow groove 711 are separated from each other to prevent overflow or condensed water from flowing arbitrarily, and to prevent condensed water from the first installation area 710 from flowing to the second installation area 720. Exemplarily, the compressor 310 can be mounted above the installation groove 721, that is, the bottom of the compressor 310 is at a certain distance from the bottom wall of the installation groove 721, so that even if there is a small amount of water in the installation groove 721, it will not contact the compressor 310.

[0094] Reference Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 8According to one embodiment of the present invention, the first installation area 710 is provided with a water collecting groove 712, and the water collecting groove 712 is spaced apart from the overflow groove 711. It should be noted that the water collecting groove 712 and the overflow groove 711 may not be connected or may be connected through a gap, which is not limited here. It can be understood that the water collecting groove 712 is used to collect a portion of the dripping condensed water. When the amount of water is small, it can be evaporated by the heat generating components of the ice maker (compressor 310, hot tank 320, etc.). At this time, there is no need to drain water through the drain hole 7111. The water collecting groove 712 plays a role in collecting water to prevent water from flowing to other charged parts.

[0095] It is understandable that, referring to Figure 2 , Figures 9 to 13 In the embodiment of the present invention, the ice-making module 200 includes a water tank 210 and an ice-making mechanism 220. The water tank 210 is arranged in the machine body 100, and the ice-making mechanism 220 is arranged in the water tank 210. The ice-making mechanism 220 is used to make ice cubes and transfer the ice cubes to the position corresponding to the ice outlet 120; wherein, along the left-right direction of the machine body 100, the water outlet 110 is located on one side of the machine body 100, and the ice outlet 120 is located on the other side of the machine body 100. With the above structure, by respectively arranging the water outlet 110 and the ice outlet 120 on different sides of the machine body 100, a clear division of functional areas is achieved, so that the user can intuitively distinguish different access areas 130 for hot water and ice cubes when using, thereby improving the convenience of operation.

[0096] It should be noted that, refer to Figure 3 and Figure 6 In the embodiment of the present invention, the hot tank 320 and the water outlet 110 are both arranged on the left, and the compressor 310 and the ice outlet 120 are both arranged on the right. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the hot tank 320 and the normal temperature water area 211 are connected by a water inlet pipe 321, and the water inlet pipe 321 is arranged in the overflow hole 6121. It can be understood that the water inlet pipe 321 can pass through the support plate 600 from the overflow hole 6121 without opening an additional hole on the support plate 600. At the same time, the pipe of the water inlet pipe 321 can also extend in the overflow groove 612 to extend to the required connection position to avoid excessive occupation of the upper space of the support plate 600. In addition, when the water in the overflow groove 612 is discharged from the overflow hole 6121, it can flow along the outer wall of the water inlet pipe 321 of the hot tank 320 to the designated area below the support plate 600 to achieve water flow guidance. A drain pipe can also be provided below the overflow hole 6121 to discharge water to a designated area, which is not limited here.

[0097] It is understandable that, referring to Fig.10 , Fig.11 , Fig.15 and Fig.16In the embodiment of the present invention, a limit switch 250 is provided on the water tank 210, and the ice-making mechanism 220 is triggered to cooperate with the limit switch 250 to control the operation state of the ice-making mechanism 220. An isolation structure is provided between the water tank 210 and the limit switch 250 to isolate the two.

[0098] By adopting the above structure, an isolation structure is provided between the water tank 210 and the limit switch 250 to avoid contact between the water tank 210 and the limit switch 250, which is beneficial to prevent condensation water from accumulating on the limit switch 250, thereby ensuring the normal operation of the limit switch 250, and ensuring the normal use of the ice-making mechanism 220 and the ice-making machine, thereby avoiding affecting the user experience.

[0099] It should be noted that, in the embodiment of the present invention, the limit switch 250 is a trigger switch, and the ice-making mechanism 220 cooperates with the trigger switch to control the operation state of the ice-making mechanism 220 and improve reliability. Of course, in some embodiments, the limit switch 250 can also be an inductive switch, such as an inductive inductive switch, etc., which is not limited here.

[0100] Specifically, refer to Fig.10 , Fig.11 , Fig.15 and Fig.16 In the embodiment of the present invention, the isolation structure is a first foaming layer 2191 , and the first foaming layer 2191 is coated on the outer wall of the water tank 210 that cooperates with the limit switch 250 .

[0101] By adopting the above structure, a first foam layer 2191 is formed by using a foam material as an isolation structure, and the first foam layer 2191 is coated on the outer wall of the water tank 210. This can not only avoid direct contact between the limit switch 250 and the water tank 210, but also the first foam layer 2191 isolates the direct contact between the low temperature inside the water tank 210 and the relatively warm air outside, thereby reducing the possibility of condensation water forming in the area where the outer wall of the water tank 210 and the limit switch 250 meet.

[0102] Of course, in some embodiments, the isolation structure is configured as a heat insulation board layer or a vacuum layer, etc., which is not limited here.

[0103] It is understandable that, referring to Fig.10 , Figures 13 to 15 , Fig.19 and Fig.23In the embodiment of the present invention, the water tank 210 is provided with a normal temperature water zone 211 and a cold water zone 212, and the normal temperature water zone 211 is connected with the cold water zone 212 so as to replenish water to the cold water zone 212 through the normal temperature water zone 211. Through the above structure, the water replenishment of the cold water zone 212 is realized through the normal temperature water zone 211, so that the water replenishment pipeline of the normal temperature water zone 211 and the cold water zone 212 is the same, with less materials, low cost, and simple procedures. Of course, in some other embodiments, the normal temperature water zone 211 and the cold water zone 212 can also be replenished with water through corresponding pipelines respectively, which is not limited here.

[0104] It should also be noted that, with reference to 19 and Fig.23 In the embodiment of the present invention, the normal temperature water area 211 and the cold water area 212 are arranged adjacent to each other, so that the water replenishment of the cold water area 212 is simpler and faster, the water replenishment efficiency is improved, the space layout is reasonable, and space is saved.

[0105] Specifically, refer to 19 and Fig.23 In the embodiment of the present invention, the normal temperature water zone 211 and the cold water zone 212 are staggered, and the normal temperature water zone 211 is located above the cold water zone 212. It can be understood that the bottom of the normal temperature water zone 211 is higher than the top of the cold water zone 212, the cold water zone 212 is provided with a preset full water level line, the bottom surface of the normal temperature water zone 211 is higher than the preset full water level line, and there is a staggered height between the normal temperature water zone 211 and the cold water zone 212, which conforms to the principle that hot air goes up and cold air goes down, and avoids the problem of temperature crossover between normal temperature water and cold water.

[0106] Specifically, refer to 19 and Fig.23 In the embodiment of the present invention, a partition 213 is provided in the water tank 210, and the partition 213 is arranged between the normal temperature water zone 211 and the cold water zone 212; wherein, an overflow groove 2131 is provided at the top of the partition 213, so that the water in the normal temperature water zone 211 overflows to the cold water zone 212 through the overflow groove 2131.

[0107] With the above structure, the partition 213 separates the normal temperature water area 211 and the cold water area 212, providing physical isolation to ensure that the normal temperature water and the cold water will not mix directly; and the presence of the overflow groove 2131 allows the normal temperature water area 211 to flow into the cold water area 212 through the partition 213 after being full of water, thereby achieving water replenishment of the cold water area 212; at the same time, the design of the partition 213 also helps to improve the structural stability and strength of the water tank 210. It should be noted that in some embodiments, the normal temperature water area 211 can also replenish water to the cold water area 212 by siphoning, water pumping, etc.

[0108] Specifically, refer to 19 and Fig.23In the embodiment of the present invention, the normal temperature water zone 211 is provided with at least two first liquid level switches 2111, and the two first liquid level switches 2111 are arranged in parallel. The cold water zone 212 is provided with at least two second liquid level switches 2121, and the two second liquid level switches 2121 are arranged in parallel.

[0109] With the above structure, when at least one of the two liquid level switches is triggered, it is determined that the liquid level in the corresponding area has reached the preset high threshold, and a full water signal is output; when the two liquid level switches are in or restored to an untriggered state, it is determined that the liquid level in the corresponding area is at the preset low threshold, and a water replenishment signal is output.

[0110] Therefore, it can be seen that the arrangement of two liquid level switches in both the normal temperature water zone 211 and the cold water zone 212 can reduce the risk of overflow of the water tank 210 due to failure of a single liquid level switch, which is beneficial to ensure the normal use of the ice maker and avoid affecting the user experience.

[0111] Of course, in some embodiments, the two first liquid level switches 2111 are arranged with a height difference, the two second liquid level switches 2121 are arranged with a height difference, the cold water area 212 is provided with at least two second liquid level switches 2121, and the two second liquid level switches 2121 are arranged flush or with a height difference.

[0112] It can be understood that the first liquid level switch 2111 and the second liquid level switch 2121 located at a lower position are both used to determine whether the area needs water replenishment, and the first liquid level switch 2111 and the second liquid level switch 2121 located at a higher position are both used as backup judgment when the liquid level switch at the lower position fails. With the above structure, the two liquid level switches in the corresponding area are in or restored to an untriggered state, and it is determined that the liquid level height in the corresponding area is at a preset low threshold, and a water replenishment signal is output; when the liquid level heights of the normal temperature water area 211 and the cold water area 212 reach the preset high threshold, the liquid level switch at the lower position in the corresponding area is triggered, and the first liquid level switch 2111 and the second liquid level switch 2121 at the lower position output a full water signal; when the first liquid level switch 2111 and the second liquid level switch 2121 at the lower position fail, the normal temperature water area 211 continues to replenish water, and the first liquid level switch 2111 and the second liquid level switch 2121 at the higher position in the corresponding area are triggered, and the first liquid level switch 2111 and the second liquid level switch 2121 at the higher position output a second full water signal.

[0113] Specifically, in the embodiment of the present invention, the above-mentioned liquid level switches are all configured as float type liquid level switches.

[0114] It is understandable that the float type liquid level switch can monitor the liquid level intuitively. The float type liquid level switch detects the liquid level through the contact between the float and the liquid. The float moves up and down with the change of the liquid level, thereby intuitively reflecting the liquid level. The float type liquid level switch usually has a mechanical structure, which can accurately trigger the switch to achieve the control of the liquid level. It is not only simple in structure, but also easy to install and maintain. Of course, the above liquid level switch can also be a capacitive liquid level switch, etc.

[0115] Specifically, in the embodiment of the present invention, the electrical circuits between the two first liquid level switches 2111 and between the two second liquid level switches 2121 may be independent or may share the same electrical circuit.

[0116] In an embodiment of the present invention, taking the case where the electrical circuits between the two first liquid level switches 2111 are independent as an example, the normal temperature water area 211 of the water tank 210 is provided with two electrical connection circuits, the first liquid level switch 2111 located at a lower position is electrically connected to one of the electrical connection circuits, and the first liquid level switch 2111 located at a higher position is electrically connected to the other electrical connection circuit, and the second liquid level switch 2121 in the cold water area 212 is the same, which means that each liquid level switch can send signals independently without interfering with each other.

[0117] In other embodiments of the present invention, taking the case where the electrical circuits between the two first liquid level switches 2111 share one as an example, an electrical connection circuit is provided at the normal temperature area of ​​the water tank 210, and two contacts are provided on the electrical connection circuit, and the two first liquid level switches 2111 are electrically connected to the two contacts of the electrical connection circuit in a one-to-one correspondence. With the above structure, the two liquid level switches in the corresponding areas share one electrical connection circuit, so the circuit design is more concise, so that the two first liquid level switches 2111 or the two second liquid level switches 2121 form a two-in-one liquid level switch assembly, reducing the required wiring and wiring, and can reduce material and installation costs. If replacement or maintenance is required, only one circuit needs to be processed, which simplifies the work.

[0118] Specifically, refer to Fig.23 In an embodiment of the present invention, the bottom of the normal temperature water zone 211 is connected to the water inlet of the hot tank 320, and the water inlet of the hot tank 320 is lower than the water outlet of the hot tank 320, and the water outlet of the hot tank 320 is connected to the water outlet valve.

[0119] The above structure is advantageous for controlling the water inflow speed and water outflow speed of the hot tank 320. For example, when the water level in the hot tank 320 drops, the water level height difference between the hot tank 320 and the normal temperature water zone 211 increases. Due to the increase in the water level height difference, the water in the normal temperature water zone 211 will be pressed into the hot tank 320, the water inflow speed will increase, and the water inflow process will continue until the water level in the hot tank 320 rises, the water level height difference decreases, and the water inflow speed decreases accordingly; when the water level in the hot tank 320 rises, the water level height difference between the water outlet end of the hot tank 320 and the water outlet 110 decreases, and the outlet valve adjusts the valve opening according to the water level height difference at the water outlet end of the hot tank 320. When the water level in the hot tank 320 is high, the outlet valve opening increases, so that the water outflow speed of the hot tank 320 increases. As the hot water flows out, the water level in the hot tank 320 gradually drops, the water level height difference increases, the outlet valve opening decreases accordingly, and the water outflow speed decreases.

[0120] Specifically, refer to Fig.10 . Fig.11 , Fig.19 and Fig.23 In the embodiment of the present invention, the water tank 210 is provided with a condensation tank 214, which is connected to the normal temperature water area 211, and the hot tank 320 is provided with a steam output end for discharging steam, which is connected to the condensation tank 214. With the above structure, the steam generated by the hot tank 320 flows back to the condensation tank 214, and after the steam in the condensation tank 214 is condensed, the excess condensed water overflows to the normal temperature water area 211, which enriches the function, improves the practicality, and can recycle water and save resources.

[0121] Specifically, refer to Fig.10 . Fig.11 , Fig.19 and Fig.23 In the embodiment of the present invention, an overflow channel 2141 is provided on one wall of the condensation tank 214, and the overflow channel 2141 is connected to the normal temperature water zone 211. With the above arrangement, the existence of the overflow channel 2141 enables liquid communication between the condensation tank 214 and the normal temperature water zone 211. When the liquid level in the condensation tank 214 is too high, the excess condensed water will flow into the normal temperature water zone 211 through the overflow channel 2141, thereby achieving liquid level adjustment and balance.

[0122] Specifically, refer to Fig.10 . Fig.11 , Fig.19 and Fig.23In the embodiment of the present invention, one end of the overflow channel 2141 is connected to one wall of the normal temperature water zone 211, and the bottom wall of the overflow channel 2141 is lower than the upper edge of the other walls of the condensation tank 214. With the above structure, since the bottom wall of the overflow channel 2141 is lower than the upper edge of the other walls of the condensation tank 214, the overflow direction is defined, and the condensed water can flow along the overflow channel 2141 to the normal temperature water zone 211, and the condensed water is guided into the normal temperature water zone 211, which can effectively remove the condensed water and prevent it from being retained in the condensation tank 214, which helps to improve the stability in structure.

[0123] Specifically, in an embodiment of the present invention, a guide structure is provided on the wall of the normal temperature water zone 211, and the guide structure is connected to the overflow channel 2141 to guide the liquid into the normal temperature water zone 211. With the above design, the condensed water flows into the normal temperature water zone 211 through the overflow channel 2141 and the guide structure, and the liquid can be guided to the normal temperature water zone 211 in an orderly manner through the guide path of the guide structure, ensuring that the liquid can enter the required position, and in addition, the mixing of the liquid and the normal temperature water can be promoted. Specifically, in an embodiment of the present invention, the guide structure is a guide channel, and the width of the guide channel is adapted to the width of the overflow channel 2141. Through the above design, since the width of the guide channel is adapted to the width of the overflow channel 2141, the condensed water can smoothly flow into the normal temperature water zone 211 through the guide channel without passing through too much resistance, and the uniform distribution of the liquid can be achieved, which is conducive to ensuring that the liquid maintains a certain speed and direction during the flow process.

[0124] Specifically, refer to Fig.19 and Fig.23 In the embodiment of the present invention, the condensation tank 214 is disposed outside the normal temperature water zone 211, which is beneficial to avoid heat exchange between the condensation tank 214 and the normal temperature water zone 211 and realize spatial separation.

[0125] It is understandable that, referring to Fig.10 , Fig.13 , Fig.15 and Fig.23 In an embodiment of the present invention, the ice-making mechanism 220 includes an ice-making box 221, an evaporator 222 and an ice-making motor 223. The ice-making box 221 is rotatably disposed in the water tank 210, at least part of the structure of the evaporator 222 is located in the ice-making box 221, and the ice-making motor 223 is installed on the outer wall of the water tank 210.

[0126] Specifically, refer to Fig.10 , Fig.13 , Fig.15 and Fig.23In an embodiment of the present invention, the water tank 210 is provided with an ice-making water inlet 215, and the ice-making machine also includes a cold water pump 140 and a switching valve 150, and the cold water area 212 is connected to the water inlet end of the cold water pump 140; the switching valve 150 is provided in the water tank 210, and the switching valve 150 has a first switching state and a second switching state. In the first switching state, the cold water pump 140 is connected to the water outlet through the switching valve 150; in the second switching state, the cold water pump 140 is connected to the ice-making water inlet 215 through the switching valve 150, thereby connecting to the ice-making box 221.

[0127] It should be noted that, refer to Fig.13 and Fig.23 In this embodiment, the switching valve 150 has a normally closed water circuit and a normally open water circuit. The normally closed water circuit is connected to the water outlet 110 and the cold water pump 140, and the normally open water circuit is connected to the cold water pump 140 and the ice box 221. Therefore, in the first switching state, the normally closed water circuit of the switching valve 150 is opened, and the normally open water circuit is closed, and cold water is discharged through the water outlet 110; in the second switching state, the normally closed water circuit of the switching valve 150 is closed, and the normally open water circuit is opened, and cold water enters the ice box 221 from the normally open water circuit of the switching valve 150.

[0128] By providing a cold water pump 140, the use time of cold water extraction and the use time of ice making can be staggered as needed, so that the water in the cold water area 212 can be pumped out through the cold water pump 140 when cold water is extracted and ice is made, and the two water circuits share one cold water pump 140; the cold water outlet and ice making share one cold water pump 140, and cooperate with the switching valve 150, so that when the user draws water, the cold water pump 140 is turned on, the normally closed water circuit of the switching valve 150 is opened, and cold water is discharged; when ice is made, the normally closed water circuit of the switching valve 150 is closed, and cold water enters the ice making box 221 from the normally open water circuit of the switching valve 150 to meet the ice making water replenishment requirement; when the user needs to draw water during the ice making water replenishment process, the user's cold water demand is met first. Therefore, the above structure is adopted to optimize the design of the water circuit system, reduce the number of water pumps, make full use of the cold water pump 140, improve the utilization rate, achieve a significant reduction in cost, and significantly reduce the difficulty of production and assembly and quality risks.

[0129] It should be noted that, in the embodiment of the present invention, the switching valve 150 can be configured as an electromagnetic reversing valve, a pneumatic reversing valve or an electric reversing valve, etc., which is not limited here. It can be understood that the switching valve 150 is a three-way reversing valve.

[0130] It should also be noted that, referring to Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Fig.13 and Fig.23In this example, a hot water valve 161 and a waterway plate 162 are provided in the machine body 100. The waterway plate 162 has a plurality of water inlets and a water outlet. The water inlet of the hot water valve 161 is connected to the hot tank 320, and the water outlet of the hot water valve 161 is connected to a part of the water inlet of the waterway plate 162. The water inlet of the switching valve 150 can be connected to the cold water area 212 through the cold water pump 140. The normally closed waterway of the switching valve 150 is opened and connected to another part of the water inlet of the waterway plate 162. The water outlet of the waterway plate 162 is connected to the water outlet 110. By controlling the hot water valve 161 and the switching valve 150, and cooperating with the waterway plate 162, hot water or cold water can be taken, and both hot water and cold water can be output through the water outlet 110. Of course, in some embodiments, the water outlet 110 can also include a hot water outlet and a cold water outlet respectively provided.

[0131] It is understandable that, referring to Figures 10 to 12 ,as well as Fig.15 and Fig.16 In the embodiment of the present invention, the ice-making mechanism 220 further includes a limit member 240, which is fixedly connected to the ice box 221; a limit switch 250 is provided on the water tank 210, and the limit switch 250 is triggered and cooperated with the limit member 240 to control the operating state of the ice-making mechanism 220; wherein, a limit structure 260 is provided on the water tank 210, and after the limit member 240 triggers the limit switch 250, at least one of the limit member 240 and the ice box 221 abuts and cooperates with the limit structure 260 to limit the rotation angle of the ice box 221.

[0132] With the above structure, the ice box 221 rotates, and the limit member 240 rotates along with the ice box 221 until the limit member 240 triggers the limit switch 250. After the ice box 221 stops being driven, the limit structure 260 is arranged to abut and cooperate with one of the limit member 240 and the brake box to stop the rotation of the ice box 221, thereby ensuring that the angle of each rotation of the ice box 221 is accurate, thereby ensuring the consistency of the ice-making process and the quality of the ice cubes, and avoiding unnecessary excessive rotation, so that the ice-making mechanism 220 can make ice normally and ensure the normal operation of the ice maker.

[0133] Specifically, refer to Fig.11 and Fig.12 In the embodiment of the present invention, when the limiting member 240 is in abutment with the limiting structure 260, the limiting structure 260 includes a first limiting portion 261 and a second limiting portion 262, and the ice-making mechanism 220 has an ice-making state and an ice-removing state; in the ice-making state, the limiting member 240 rotates forward to be in a limiting position with the first limiting portion 261; in the ice-removing state, the limiting member 240 rotates reversely to be in a limiting position with the second limiting portion 262.

[0134] With the above structure, in the embodiment of the present invention, the ice box 221 is driven to rotate forward, and the limit member 240 rotates forward to cooperate with the first limit portion 261, and the ice making mechanism 220 is in the ice making state; the ice box 221 is driven to rotate reversely, and the limit member 240 rotates reversely to cooperate with the second limit portion 262, and the ice making mechanism 220 is in the ice removing state, thereby preventing the ice box 221 from excessively rotating in the rotation preset position, improving the stability of the ice box 221 in the corresponding state, and the first limit portion 261 and the second limit portion 262 can limit the movement of the ice box 221 in two different directions respectively, thereby realizing two-way positioning and ensuring the accurate position of the ice box 221 in the three-dimensional space; in addition, the clear limit structure 260 helps to quickly locate problems during maintenance, facilitates the inspection and replacement of related components, provides more flexibility, and makes the overall structure more compact and efficient.

[0135] Reference Fig.12 , Figures 15 to 17 In the embodiment of the present invention, the water tank 210 is provided with a first shaft hole 2161 and a second shaft hole 2162, and the ice box 221 is provided with a first rotating shaft 2211 and a second rotating shaft 2212. The first rotating shaft 2211 is inserted into and rotatably connected with the first shaft hole 2161, and the second rotating shaft 2212 is inserted into and rotatably connected with the second shaft hole 2162.

[0136] Reference Fig.12 In an embodiment of the present invention, the limiting structure 260 includes a boss formed on the outer wall of the water tank 210, the boss is arranged around the second axial hole 2162, the first limiting portion 261 is a first step surface formed on one side of the boss, and the second limiting portion 262 is a second step surface formed on the other side of the boss.

[0137] By adopting the above structure, the contact area between the limit member 240 and the limit structure 260 is further increased through the first step surface and the second step surface, thereby improving the positioning stability, reducing the excessive rotation of the ice box 221 during operation, increasing the overall strength of the water tank 210 structure, and improving the durability of the equipment. The compact structural design helps to optimize the space, making the overall structure of the ice maker more compact.

[0138] It should be noted that the above-mentioned limiting member 240 is a limiting cam, and the convex part structure of the limiting cam abuts and cooperates with the first limiting portion 261 or the second limiting portion 262.

[0139] Of course, in some embodiments, the limiting structure 260 may further include a first stop block provided on the inner wall of the water tank 210 and a second stop block provided on the outer wall of the water tank 210. The ice box 221 rotates forwardly until the upper portion of the ice box 221 abuts against the first stop block, thereby limiting the ice box 221 from continuing to rotate forwardly, and the ice maker is in the ice-making state; the ice box 221 rotates reversely until the limiting member 240 abuts against the second stop block, thereby limiting the ice box 221 from continuing to rotate reversely, and the ice maker is in the ice-removing state.

[0140] Of course, it can also be understood that, in other embodiments, the first stopper cooperates with the upper end of the ice box 221, and the second stopper cooperates with the lower end of the ice box 221. Similarly, the ice box 221 rotates forwardly until the upper end of the ice box 221 abuts and cooperates with the first stopper, thereby limiting the ice box 221 from continuing to rotate forward, and the ice maker is in the ice making state; the ice box 221 rotates reversely until the lower end of the ice box 221 abuts and cooperates with the second stopper, thereby limiting the ice box 221 from continuing to rotate reversely, and the ice maker is in the ice removing state.

[0141] Specifically, refer to 15 and Fig.16 In the embodiment of the present invention, the output shaft of the ice-making motor 223 is in driving connection with the limit member 240, wherein a limited space is formed between the ice-making motor 223 and the outer wall of the water tank 210, the limit switch 250 is arranged in the limited space, and a side of the limit switch 250 that is away from the water tank 210 abuts against the ice-making motor 223. It can be understood that the second rotating shaft 2212 is in driving connection with the output shaft of the ice-making motor 223 through the limit member 240.

[0142] By adopting the above structure, through the limit space formed, it can be understood that this limit space is specially designed to accommodate and position the limit switch 250. The limit switch 250 is set in this limit space, and the ice-making motor 223 presses the limit switch 250, so that the limit switch 250 does not need to be installed with screws, etc., further saving materials and processes; it can also provide a certain protection for the limit switch 250 to prevent external impurities or accidental collisions from damaging the switch, and can effectively utilize the space, especially in mechanical design with limited space.

[0143] Specifically, refer to Fig.11 In the embodiment of the present invention, the limit switch 250 is arranged obliquely on the outer wall of the water tank 210. With the above arrangement, the limit switch 250 has a certain slope, which prevents condensed water from gathering on the surface of the limit switch 250, and can quickly slide off the condensed water, which is beneficial to prevent the condensed water from penetrating and corroding its internal components.

[0144] Specifically, refer to Fig.11 and Fig.12In the embodiment of the present invention, the outer wall of the water tank 210 is provided with a positioning member 270, and the positioning member 270 is plug-connected with the limit switch 250. Through the above structure, the plug-in connection method allows the limit switch 250 to be quickly installed and fixed on the outer wall of the water tank 210 through the positioning member 270, without the need for a complicated fixing procedure, and is easy to maintain and replace, and has good stability.

[0145] Specifically, refer to Fig.11 and Fig.12 In the embodiment of the present invention, the positioning member 270 is a column, and the limit switch 250 is provided with a positioning through hole, and the column is inserted into the positioning through hole to limit the position of the limit switch 250. With the above structure, by inserting the column into the positioning through hole of the limit switch 250, it can be ensured that the mechanical component stops at a predetermined exact position, thereby achieving high-precision position control, and the column can enhance the stability of the limit switch 250 and other related components, and reduce vibration and shaking.

[0146] It should be noted that in the embodiment of the present invention, the number of the above-mentioned columns is two, and the two columns are connected to the water tank 210 at a certain angle. The two columns can provide double-point positioning. Compared with a single column, double-point positioning can provide more stable support and more precise alignment, and can reduce the overall positioning inaccuracy caused by single-point failure or deviation, and can simultaneously limit the movement of the limit switch 250, and can also provide better structural strength, especially when bearing heavy loads or dynamic loads.

[0147] It is understandable that, referring to Fig.11 and Fig.12 In the embodiment of the present invention, the two columns are connected to the water tank 210 at a certain angle so that the center lines of the two columns are connected to form an oblique line, so that the limit switch 250 is tilted and arranged on the outer wall of the water tank 210. Of course, in some embodiments, the number of the columns can be one, three, four, etc., which is not limited here. It should be noted that the above-mentioned columns can be columns integrally formed with the water tank 210, or can be positioning bolts, clamping columns, etc. connected to the water tank 210, which is not limited here.

[0148] Specifically, refer to Fig.11 and Fig.12 In the embodiment of the present invention, the outer wall of the water tank 210 is provided with an anti-fool piece 280, and the upper surface of the anti-fool piece 280 abuts against the lower surface of the limit switch 250. It can be understood that the anti-fool piece 280 is connected to the water tank 210 at a preset angle, and the anti-fool piece 280 with a certain angle abuts against the limit switch 250 to prevent the limit switch 250 from being installed upside down, reduce the probability of incorrect installation of the limit switch 250, and improve production efficiency. It should be noted that the above-mentioned anti-fool piece 280 is an anti-fool plate, and the anti-fool plate cooperates with the column to realize the inclined setting of the limit switch 250.

[0149] Of course, in some embodiments, the limit switch 250 can also be clamped and fixed to the outer wall of the water tank 210 by a clamping structure; or in some embodiments, it can also be clamped and fixed to the limit switch 250 by a buckle, which is not limited here.

[0150] Reference Fig.15 and Fig.16 In the embodiment of the present invention, the water tank 210 is provided with a blocking structure, and the blocking structure is used to block the first axial hole 2161.

[0151] The above-mentioned arrangement is adopted to avoid the formation of condensed water in the gap at the fitting point of the first axial hole 2161 and the first rotating shaft 2211, so a sealing structure is used to seal the first axial hole 2161, thereby blocking the gap from being connected to the outside of the box body 2181; the limit switch 250 is arranged on the side of the box body 2181 close to the second axial hole 2162, and because the output end of the brake motor cooperates with the second rotating shaft 2212, there is no need to seal the second axial hole 2162 by a sealing structure. Of course, in some embodiments, the gap between the second axial hole 2162 and the second rotating shaft 2212 may also be sealed by a sealing structure, which is not limited here.

[0152] Specifically, refer to Fig.15 and Fig.16 In an embodiment of the present invention, the sealing structure includes a sealing plug 2192 and a second foaming layer 2193. The sealing plug 2192 is inserted into the first axial hole 2161 and seals the first axial hole 2161. The second foaming layer 2193 is arranged on the outer wall of the box body 2181, and the second foaming layer 2193 is covered on the outer wall of the sealing plug 2192.

[0153] By adopting the above structure, the sealing plug 2192 is inserted into the first axial hole 2161 to prevent the gap between the first axial hole 2161 and the first rotating shaft 2211 from communicating with the outside of the box body 2181. A second foaming layer 2193 is added on the basis of the sealing plug 2192, which can not only limit the installation position of the sealing plug 2192, but also further seal it, which is beneficial to avoid the formation of condensed water. The structure is simple and the assembly is convenient.

[0154] It should be noted that, in the embodiment of the present invention, the above-mentioned sealing plug 2192 is a silicone plug. The elastic material of the silicone plug enables it to fit tightly to the inner surface of the second shaft hole 2162, effectively preventing the leakage of liquid, gas, etc., and preventing the formation of condensed water; and the silicone plug has good flexibility and resilience, can adapt to holes of different sizes and shapes, provide reliable sealing, easy assembly, save installation time and labor, and has good stability. Of course, in some embodiments, the sealing plug 2192 can also be a plastic part, a metal part, and of course it can also be made of a composite material, such as a rubber-metal composite, which combines the elasticity of rubber and the strength of metal, which is not limited here.

[0155] It should also be noted that in the embodiment of the present invention, the outer wall of the box 2181 is coated with a foam material, and the foam material can be fixed to the outer wall of the box 2181 by bonding; in addition to avoiding the corresponding component perforation requirements, the foam material is required to be able to completely cover the outer wall of the box 2181, and the first foam layer 2191 and the second foam layer 2193 are formed by the foam material. It can be understood that the first foam layer 2191 and the second foam layer 2193 are an integrated structure or a split structure, which is not limited here. Correspondingly, it can be understood that the above-mentioned positioning member 270 and the foolproof member 280 are arranged through the first foam layer 2191.

[0156] Reference Fig.10 According to one embodiment of the present invention, a first positioning structure 2221 is provided at one end of the evaporator 222, and a second positioning structure 2222 is provided at the other end of the evaporator 222. Both the first positioning structure 2221 and the second positioning structure 2222 are connected to the box body 2181 to limit the relative position of the evaporator 222 and the ice box 221, so as to limit the relative position of the evaporator 222 and the ice box 221 and improve the installation stability of the evaporator 222.

[0157] Specifically, in an embodiment of the present invention, the first positioning structure 2221 is a pressure plate, which is fixedly connected to the box body 2181 by means of snap-fitting, screwing, etc., so that one end of the evaporator 222 is clamped and fixed between the pressure plate and the box body 2181, and the second positioning structure 2222 is a support plate 700, which is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the end of the evaporator 222 away from the pressure plate, and the support plate 700 is fixedly connected to the box body 2181 by means of snap-fitting, screwing, etc., so as to position the relative position of the evaporator 222 and the ice box 221, avoid the evaporator 222 from rotating or shifting, and improve the assembly stability.

[0158] Of course, in some embodiments, the first positioning structure 2221 and the second positioning structure 2222 can also be configured as buckles, clamps, etc. to fix the evaporator 222 on the box body 2181, which is not limited here.

[0159] Specifically, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 4 In the embodiment of the present invention, the ice maker further comprises a condenser 800 disposed on the body 100, the refrigerant outlet of the compressor 310 is communicated with the refrigerant inlet of the condenser 800, the refrigerant outlet of the condenser 800 is communicated with the refrigerant inlet of the evaporator 222, and the refrigerant outlet of the evaporator 222 is communicated with the refrigerant inlet of the compressor 310; wherein the compressor 310 and the hot tank 320 are both located below the water tank 210. It can be understood that, through the above arrangement, the compressor 310 and the hot tank 320 are arranged below the water tank 210, which is conducive to making the center of gravity of the ice maker downward and improving the stability of the ice maker when placed.

[0160] It should be noted that in the embodiment of the present invention, part of the structure of the condenser 800 is located in the heat generating area, and the other part of the structure is located in the water source area, which not only increases the heat exchange area of ​​the condenser 800, but also facilitates the heat dissipation inside the body 100, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect.

[0161] It is understandable that, referring to Fig.10 , Fig.13 , Fig.18 and Fig.23 In the embodiment of the present invention, the ice box 221 is located above the cold water zone 212, and the water tank 210 is provided with an ice receiving groove 2171 and an ice storage groove 2172 connected to the ice receiving groove 2171. The ice receiving groove 2171 is used to receive the ice cubes made in the ice box 221, and the ice storage groove 2172 is used to store the ice cubes transferred by the ice receiving groove 2171. The ice receiving groove 2171 and the ice storage groove 2172 are both located above the cold water zone 212, and the ice receiving groove 2171 is located above the ice box 221, or the ice receiving groove 2171 and the ice storage groove 2172 are both located above the ice box 221. With the above structure, the cold water in the cold water zone 212 is conducive to forming a low temperature environment for the ice box 221, the ice receiving groove 2171 and the ice storage groove 2172, which is convenient for work, and the space is reasonably arranged, saving space, so that the preparation of the ice maker is relatively simple.

[0162] It should be noted that, in the embodiment of the present invention, the water generated in the ice receiving trough 2171 and the ice storage trough 2172 can all flow back to the cold water area 212, thereby improving the water circulation utilization rate, so that there is a connection between the ice receiving trough 2171, the ice storage trough 2172 and the cold water area 212 of the water tank 210, and they are not independently arranged outside the water tank 210. The above structure reduces a large number of independent components, improves the correlation of components and the reasonable spatial arrangement, saves space, and makes the preparation of the ice maker relatively simple.

[0163] Specifically, refer to Fig.10In the embodiment of the present invention, an ice shovel 2213 is connected to the ice making box 221 , and the ice shovel 2213 can rotate along with the ice making box 221 to push the ice cubes in the ice receiving groove 2171 and transfer them to the ice storage groove 2172 .

[0164] Specifically, refer to Fig.10 In the embodiment of the present invention, the evaporator 222 has an ice column 2223, and the ice column 2223 can contact the water in the ice box 221. When making ice, the ice motor 223 drives the ice box 221 to rotate, and the limit member 240 triggers the limit switch 250, and the ice maker stops at this time; water is introduced into the ice box 221 through the ice water inlet 215, and the compressor 310 is started for refrigeration, and the refrigerant flows through the ice column 2223 of the evaporator 222 to exchange heat with the water in the ice box 221, and ice cubes are gradually formed on the surface of the ice column 2223 immersed in water. When defrosting, after the ice cubes are formed, the ice-making motor 223 drives the ice box 221 and the ice shovel 2213 to rotate to a certain angle. It can be understood that the ice cubes do not interfere with the ice box 221 and the ice shovel 2213 when falling off. The ice box 221 and the ice shovel 2213 avoid the path of the ice cubes falling to the ice receiving trough 2171. The high-temperature gas of the compressor 310 is introduced into the ice column 2223, and the contact surface between the ice cubes and the ice column 2223 melts, and the ice cubes fall from the ice column 2223 to the ice receiving trough 2171. The structural design is reasonable, the transmission is reliable, and the ice-making efficiency is improved.

[0165] It is understandable that, referring to Fig.10 and Fig.13 In the embodiment of the present invention, an ice inlet is formed at the connection between the ice receiving trough 2171 and the ice storage trough 2172, and at least one full ice sensor module 2173 is provided on the water tank 210. The full ice sensor module 2173 is provided on the wall of the ice storage trough 2172 and is located at the connection between the ice receiving trough 2171 and the ice storage trough 2172, i.e., the surrounding side of the ice inlet, so that the sensor can directly detect the height of the ice layer. The full ice sensor module 2173 monitors the accumulation height of ice cubes in the ice storage trough 2172 in real time. When the ice cubes in the ice storage trough 2172 reach a certain amount, the sensor can send a signal in time to notify the ice maker to stop making ice, thereby preventing new ice cubes from continuing to be generated and blocking the connection between the ice receiving trough 2171 and the ice storage trough 2172, ensuring the smooth ice making process and protecting the internal components of the ice maker. In this way, the real-time monitoring and response mechanism can ensure that the ice maker only works when needed, reduce unnecessary ice making cycles, help save energy, and extend the service life of the ice maker.

[0166] It is conceivable that, referring to Fig.10 and Fig.13 In an embodiment of the present invention, the full ice sensor module 2173 includes a transmitting probe and a receiving probe, and the transmitting probe and the receiving probe are respectively arranged on opposite sides of the ice storage tank 2172.

[0167] It is understood that the transmitting probe is responsible for sending a detection signal, which may be an optical signal, an ultrasonic signal or other types of non-contact detection signals. The receiving probe is used to receive the signal from the transmitting probe and determine the accumulation of ice cubes according to the change of the signal.

[0168] The transmitting probe and the receiving probe are located on opposite sides of the ice storage tank 2172, respectively, to form a stable detection area. When ice cubes accumulate in this area, they will block or change the signal sent by the transmitting probe, and the receiving probe can accurately capture this change, thereby realizing accurate detection of the ice cube accumulation height.

[0169] The transmitting and receiving probes can monitor the accumulation of ice cubes in real time and send a signal when the ice cubes reach the full ice state. The instant feedback mechanism ensures that the ice maker can stop the ice making process in time to prevent ice cubes from continuing to form and blocking the ice inlet.

[0170] Specifically, refer to Fig.10 and Fig.13 In the embodiment of the present invention, the installation height of the full ice sensor module 2173 is higher than the bottom surface of the ice inlet where the ice receiving trough 2171 and the ice storage trough 2172 are connected. It can be understood that this embodiment can ensure that when the ice cubes are close to full capacity, the sensor can detect and stop ice making in time by installing the sensor at a position higher than the lower edge of the ice inlet, so as to avoid the continued generation of new ice cubes and block the ice inlet. The sensor is installed at a higher position, which can more accurately detect the height of the ice cubes and avoid misjudgment caused by local accumulation or uneven distribution of ice cubes. At the same time, installing the sensor at a position higher than the lower edge of the ice inlet can make full use of the space of the ice storage trough 2172 and avoid affecting the storage and removal of ice cubes due to improper sensor installation position. It can also avoid the sensor being mistakenly triggered by a small amount of ice cubes or ice chips, causing the ice maker to stop or restart prematurely.

[0171] It should be noted that, refer to Fig.18 In this embodiment, a box body 217 is provided in the water tank 210. The box body 217 is integrally formed with an ice receiving groove 2171, an ice storage groove 2172, and an ice inlet connecting the two. The integral molding design simplifies the assembly process, reduces the number of parts and assembly gaps, and improves the overall stability and durability. Of course, in some embodiments, the water tank 210 may also be provided with a first shell and a second shell that are separated and adjacently arranged. The first shell is formed with an ice receiving groove 2171, and the second shell is formed with an ice storage groove 2172, which is not limited here. Specifically, refer to Fig.18 In the embodiment of the present invention, the ice inlet is opened along the length direction of the box body 217.

[0172] It is understandable that the ice inlet is opened along the length direction of the box body 217 to ensure that the newly made ice cubes can be evenly distributed in the entire ice storage tank 2172 to avoid local accumulation.

[0173] This embodiment can achieve comprehensive monitoring of ice accumulation by arranging the transmitting probe and the receiving probe on opposite sides of the ice storage tank 2172. No matter where the ice accumulates in the ice storage tank 2172, it can be detected by the sensor in time. It can also reduce the detection error caused by the uneven shape, size or distribution of ice. Because the sensors can cover a wider area, they can capture the changes in ice accumulation more accurately.

[0174] In some embodiments, there are multiple full ice sensor modules 2173 , and the multiple full ice sensor modules 2173 are arranged at intervals along the height direction or the horizontal direction of the ice storage tank 2172 .

[0175] It is understandable that a plurality of full ice sensor modules 2173 are configured in the ice storage tank 2172. The plurality of full ice sensor modules 2173 can be arranged in an interval manner in the height direction (i.e., vertical direction) or horizontal direction of the ice storage tank 2172. Each full ice sensor module 2173 has the ability to monitor the degree of ice accumulation in the ice storage tank 2172.

[0176] This embodiment can cover a larger range within the ice storage tank 2172 by having multiple sensor modules working simultaneously, thereby more accurately reflecting the ice situation in the ice storage tank 2172. This helps to avoid misjudgment due to failure or error of a single sensor. The sensor modules can be arranged at intervals along the height direction or the horizontal direction, that is, the position and number of sensors can be adjusted according to actual needs. To adapt to ice storage tanks 2172 of different sizes and shapes, as well as different types of ice cubes. Through real-time monitoring of multiple sensor modules, the accumulation of ice cubes in the ice storage tank 2172 can be discovered in time. When the ice cubes accumulate to a certain extent, the ice discharging mechanism can be started in time or the ice making operation can be stopped, thereby avoiding the problem of too much or too little ice cubes. Multiple sensor modules working simultaneously can improve the reliability of the entire system. Even if one or several sensors fail, other sensors can still continue to work to ensure the normal operation of the system.

[0177] It is understandable that, referring to Fig.10 , Fig.13 , Fig. 20 and Fig.21 In the embodiment of the present invention, the ice-making module 200 further includes an ice-discharging mechanism 230 , which is disposed in the water tank 210 . The ice-discharging mechanism 230 is used to transfer ice cubes to the ice outlet 120 and to make the ice cubes escape from the ice outlet 120 .

[0178] Specifically, in the embodiments of the present invention, referring to Fig.10 and Fig.18 , an ice outlet hole 21721 is provided on one side wall of the ice storage tank 2172, referring to Fig.10 , Fig.13 , Fig. 20 and Fig.21 The ice discharging mechanism 230 includes an ice discharging box 231, an ice discharging motor 232 and an ice stirring member 233. The ice discharging box 231 is arranged on the water tank 210. The ice discharging box 231 is provided with an ice discharging channel 2311 which is connected with the ice discharging hole 21721 and the ice discharging hole 21721 of the ice storage tank 2172. The ice discharging motor 232 is installed on the ice discharging box 231. The ice stirring member 233 is transmission-connected with the output end of the ice discharging motor 232 through the ice discharging hole 21721. The ice discharging motor 232 is used to drive the ice stirring member 233 to rotate, so as to drive the ice cubes to move out of the ice discharging hole 21721 and fall through the ice discharging channel 2311 and the ice discharging port 120.

[0179] Specifically, refer to Fig.10 and Fig.21 In the embodiment of the present invention, an ice-blocking plate 234 and a driving member 235 are provided on the ice-discharging box 231. The ice-blocking plate 234 is located at the connecting portion of the ice-discharging hole 21721 and the ice-discharging channel 2311, and the ice-blocking plate 234 is movably connected to the ice-discharging box 231. The ice-blocking plate 234 is transmission-connected to the output end of the driving member 235 to drive the ice-blocking plate 234 to move to a position that blocks or connects the ice-discharging hole 21721 and the ice-discharging channel 2311.

[0180] It should be noted that it can be understood that the ice-blocking plate 234 is rotatably or movably connected to the ice-dispensing box 231, and the above-mentioned driving member 235 is a solenoid valve or a telescopic motor, etc. The corresponding driving mode can be selected according to the connection mode between the ice-blocking plate 234 and the ice-dispensing box 231, and is not limited here.

[0181] Reference Fig.10 and Fig.18 In the embodiment of the present invention, the bottom surface of the ice storage tank 2172 is a slope 21722, the slope 21722 is set at a first angle with the horizontal direction, the top of the slope 21722 is provided with a gentle section 21723, the gentle section 21723 is set at a second angle with the horizontal direction, and the angle of the second angle is smaller than the angle of the first angle; the ice discharging box 231 is provided with an entrance and an exit connected to the ice discharging channel 2311, and the entrance is arranged adjacent to the gentle section 21723; the ice discharging box 231 is provided with an extension section at the periphery of the entrance, the extension section extends toward the gentle section 21723, and the extension section is spliced ​​with the gentle section 21723.

[0182] With the above structure, ice cubes are stored in the ice storage tank 2172 of the machine body 100. The bottom surface of the ice storage tank 2172 is a slope 21722, which is conducive to expanding the ice storage capacity of the ice storage tank 2172. The ice cubes move upward along the slope 21722 under the push of the ice discharging mechanism 230, and then move to the entrance of the ice discharging box 231 for discharge. The ice discharging mechanism 230 transports the ice cubes at the bottom of the ice storage tank 2172 upward along the slope 21722. The angle between the slope 21722 and the horizontal direction is large, which is conducive to expanding the ice storage capacity of the ice storage tank 2172. A gentle section 21723 is provided at the top of the slope 21722. The angle between the gentle section 21723 and the horizontal direction is small, and its slope tends to be gentle to adapt to the entrance of the larger opening, so that the size of the entrance can be expanded as much as possible. In addition, the angle between the gentle section 21723 and the horizontal direction is small, thereby reducing the occurrence of ice compression and ice jam.

[0183] It can be understood that the ice outlet 120 corresponds to the entrance of the ice outlet channel 2311. In order to prevent ice from being stuck at the ice outlet 120, the height of the ice outlet 120 should be as large as possible, generally greater than 1.5 times the diameter of the ice cube. The gap between the part of the ice outlet mechanism 230 that pushes the ice cube to move and the bottom surface of the ice storage tank 2172 cannot be too large, generally equal to the radius of the ice cube, otherwise it is easy to cause ice to be not smoothly discharged or ice to be pressed or stuck.

[0184] Specifically, in the embodiment of the present invention, the first angle has a value range of 20° to 30°. It is understandable that increasing the slope of the bottom surface of the ice storage tank 2172 as much as possible is conducive to expanding the ice storage capacity of the ice storage tank 2172, for example, the first angle is 25°.

[0185] Specifically, in the embodiment of the present invention, the extension section gradually tilts downward in the direction away from the entrance, and the extension section is set at a third angle with the horizontal direction, and the angle of the third angle is smaller than the angle of the second angle. That is to say, among the slope 21722, the gentle section 21723 and the extension section, the slope 21722 has the largest slope, the gentle section 21723 has a smaller slope, and the extension section has the smallest slope. In this way, the entrance is the highest point, which is conducive to the return of ice melt water at the extension section to the ice storage tank 2172, thereby preventing ice melt water from flowing out of the ice outlet channel 2311.

[0186] Specifically, refer to Fig. 20 and Fig.21 In the embodiment of the present invention, the top of the ice discharging box 231 is concave to form a wire protection groove 2315, and a drain port 2316 is opened in the wire protection groove 2315. The drain port 2316 is connected to the ice discharging channel 2311. The ice discharging motor 232 is provided with a wiring terminal, and the wiring terminal is at least partially accommodated in the wire protection groove 2315.

[0187] Specifically, refer to Fig. 20 and Fig.21In the embodiment of the present invention, the ice discharging motor 232 is installed on the top of the ice discharging box 231, and the connection terminal of the ice discharging motor 232 is at least partially accommodated in the wire protection groove 2315 to prevent the connection terminal from facing the outside, thereby reducing the risk of the connection terminal being splashed by water. At the same time, a drain port 2316 is provided in the wire protection groove 2315 to connect to the ice discharging channel 2311. When water accumulates in the wire protection groove 2315, the accumulated water can flow into the ice discharging channel 2311 through the drain port 2316 in time to prevent the accumulated water from contacting the connection terminal and causing damage.

[0188] Exemplarily, the ice discharging box 231 includes an upper box and a lower box, which are connected to form an ice discharging channel 2311. The connection between the two can be a detachable connection such as a snap connection or a threaded connection, so as to provide convenient assembly and disassembly, and facilitate subsequent maintenance or replacement. It can be understood that the entrance can be formed by the upper box and the lower box, and the entrance faces the side of the ice discharging box 231. When the ice discharging box 231 is connected to the body 100 of the ice maker, ice cubes can be transported from the ice storage tank 2172 on the side of the ice discharging box 231 to the entrance. In other words, the ice discharging motor 232 is installed on the upper box, and its output end faces the opening direction of the entrance, so as to transport the ice cubes in the ice storage tank 2172 located on the side to the entrance.

[0189] It is understandable that the connection terminal of the ice discharging motor 232 is arranged toward the ice discharging box 231, for example, toward the bottom, so that it is partially accommodated in the wire protection groove 2315, which can prevent water splashing to a certain extent. Optionally, there is a certain gap between the connection terminal and the inner wall of the wire protection groove 2315 to accommodate the wires connected to the ice discharging motor 232, which is convenient for installation. Since the ice cubes transported in the ice discharging channel 2311 are relatively cold, the inner wall of the wire protection groove 2315 is relatively hot outside, and condensed water may be generated. This part of the condensed water can flow into the ice discharging channel 2311 through the drain port 2316 to prevent the condensed water from accumulating in the wire protection groove 2315.

[0190] Reference Fig. 20 and Fig.21 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the drain port 2316 is provided at the bottom wall of the wire protection groove 2315. It can be understood that the drain port 2316 is located at the bottom to facilitate draining the water in the wire protection groove 2315. The bottom of the wire protection groove 2315 can be a conical structure to collect the accumulated water at the drain port 2316 for easy discharge. Of course, the bottom wall of the wire protection groove 2315 can also be a slope 21722 structure, so that the accumulated water flows along the slope 21722 to the drain port 2316, thereby improving the drainage efficiency.

[0191] It is understandable that, referring to Fig. 20 and Fig.21In the embodiment of the present invention, the ice box 231 is provided with a guide hole 2312 connected to the ice outlet channel 2311, and the guide hole 2312 is connected to the overflow groove 610 of the support plate 600. When ice melt water or ice debris from ice cubes enters the ice outlet channel 2311, the ice melt water and ice debris can flow into the guide hole 2312, and then flow back to the inside of the body 100, that is, the overflow groove 610 on the support plate 600. If it is condensed water, it can be evaporated through the compressor 310, the hot tank 320, etc. If it is overflow water, it will become more and more, overflowing the overflow gap 613 to the overflow groove 612, and flowing along the outer wall of the water inlet pipe 321 to the designated area below the support plate 600, that is, the support plate 700 and the drainage hole 7111, to prevent water from dripping to the outside. The size of the guide hole 2312 is small, and the ice cubes will not enter the guide hole 2312, that is, they can be discharged normally. In this way, the melted ice is prevented from dripping onto the table or the floor, thereby improving the user experience.

[0192] In this embodiment, the ice outlet passage 2311 may extend in a vertical direction, i.e., in an up-and-down direction. For example, the entrance of the ice outlet passage 2311 is located at the upper part of the ice outlet box 231, and the exit is located at the lower part of the ice outlet box 231, so that ice cubes fall from the upper part, and are convenient for receiving ice cubes from the lower part of the ice outlet box 231. Optionally, the ice outlet box 231 is located at one side of the machine body 100, i.e., the ice outlet box 231 is located at one side of the ice storage tank 2172, and the entrance of the ice outlet passage 2311 is provided on the side wall of the ice outlet box 231, and the entrance at the side wall of the ice outlet box 231 is connected to the ice storage tank 2172. When the melted ice flows down along the inner wall of the ice outlet passage 2311, it needs to flow through the guide hole 2312, so that it will not flow to the outside through the ice outlet passage 2311. Exemplarily, an ice door is provided at the entrance of the ice outlet passage 2311, and the ice door is used to control the opening and closing of the ice outlet passage 2311 and the ice storage tank 2172. The ice door can be rotatably connected to the ice outlet box 231. When the ice door is rotated to block the entrance of the ice outlet passage 2311, the ice cubes in the ice storage tank 2172 are stopped by the ice door, and thus will not enter the ice outlet passage 2311. At this time, the ice door can also stop the ice debris and ice melt water generated by the ice cubes from entering the ice outlet passage 2311, thereby effectively reducing the ice debris and ice melt water from dripping from the ice outlet passage 2311 to the outside. It can be understood that even if a very small part of the ice melt water enters the ice outlet passage 2311 from the gap of the ice door, it will be diverted back to the inside of the machine body 100 by the diversion hole 2312. The ice door blocks ice debris, which can effectively reduce the amount of melted ice entering the ice outlet channel 2311, thereby reducing the drainage pressure at the guide hole 2312 and preventing water from dripping onto the table or the ground outside due to untimely drainage of the guide hole 2312.

[0193] Exemplarily, the guide hole 2312 may be an elongated hole to prevent ice cubes from being stuck in the guide hole 2312. The extension direction of the guide hole 2312 is horizontal extension to fully cover the area where the ice melt water may flow through. Of course, in one embodiment, the guide hole 2312 may be arranged to surround the ice outlet channel 2311, and the guide channel may be arranged on the ice outlet box 231 to guide the water at the guide hole 2312 to the inside of the machine body 100. In order to facilitate production and save production costs, the guide hole 2312 may be arranged only on a side wall of the ice outlet box 231 adjacent to the ice storage tank 2172, so that the ice melt water generated by the ice cubes can more easily flow through a side wall of the ice outlet box 231 adjacent to the ice storage tank 2172, thereby facilitating the guide hole 2312 to recover the ice melt water.

[0194] Reference Fig. 20 and Fig.21 In some embodiments of the present invention, the ice outlet channel 2311 is provided with a first side wall adjacent to the ice storage tank 2172 , the guide hole 2312 is opened in the first side wall, and the first side wall is gradually inclined away from the ice storage tank 2172 in the ice outlet direction of the ice outlet channel 2311 .

[0195] Exemplarily, the ice outlet channel 2311 and the ice storage tank 2172 are arranged in a left-right structure. For example, the ice outlet channel 2311 is located on the left side of the ice storage tank 2172, and the right side wall of the ice outlet channel 2311 is the first side wall. Of course, the ice outlet channel 2311 can also be located on the right side of the ice storage tank 2172, which is not limited here. It can be understood that the ice storage tank 2172 located on the right side transports ice cubes to the ice outlet channel 2311 on the left side, and the ice cubes slide down from the first side wall, so that the guide hole 2312 on the first side wall recovers ice melt water. The first side wall is in the shape of a slope 21722, which prevents ice cubes from falling too fast from the ice outlet channel 2311, and plays a buffering role. At the same time, it can also prevent ice melt water from dripping at the entrance of the ice outlet channel 2311 without contacting the inner wall of the ice outlet channel 2311, resulting in the inability of the guide hole 2312 to recover the directly dripping ice melt water. The guide holes 2312 may extend in the transverse direction of the first side wall to completely cover the width direction of the first side wall as much as possible, so that the melted water flowing down from the first side wall can flow into the guide holes 2312 to prevent the melted water from dripping to the outside. Of course, there may be multiple guide holes 2312 to cover as many areas as possible where the melted water may flow.

[0196] Reference Fig.21In some embodiments of the present invention, the inner wall of the guide hole 2312 is connected with a plurality of spaced grid bars 2314. It can be understood that the plurality of grid bars 2314 are arranged at intervals along the transverse direction of the guide hole 2312, so as to prevent normal-sized ice cubes from being stuck in the guide hole 2312 and not affecting the flow of melted ice water through the guide hole 2312. The plurality of grid bars 2314 can be arranged in the guide hole 2312 to form a screening grid to screen the ice cubes, that is, the ice debris can flow back through the guide hole 2312, so as to prevent the ice cubes received by the user from having too much ice debris, thereby improving the user experience. Exemplarily, each grid bar 2314 extends in the vertical direction, and the connection position of the grid bar 2314 should be concave, that is, the grid bar 2314 is located below the reference plane with the first side wall as the reference plane, so as to prevent the grid bar 2314 from being flush with the first side wall, thereby preventing the melted ice water from flowing down from the grid bar 2314 without flowing back through the guide hole 2312.

[0197] In some embodiments of the present invention, the distance between each two adjacent grid bars 2314 ranges from 3 mm to 4 mm. For example, if the distance between two grid bars 2314 is 3 mm, then ice melt water can pass through the 3 mm hole, while ice cubes larger than 3 mm will not pass through the interval formed between two adjacent grid bars 2314. In this way, it is possible to prevent overly large ice cubes or ice debris from flowing back into the body 100. Overly large ice cubes or ice debris are easy to block the drainage holes 7111 in the body 100 when they are not melted, which is not conducive to drainage. By providing multiple grid bars 2314 arranged at intervals, even if the holes between individual grid bars 2314 are blocked, the diversion holes 2312 will not completely lose their diversion capacity.

[0198] Reference Fig.21 In some embodiments of the present invention, each grid bar 2314 is concave on one side facing the ice outlet channel 2311 to form a concave space. Exemplarily, the grid bar 2314 is a curved arc structure, and the concave space formed is used to accommodate small ice cubes or ice debris, etc. After melting, they can flow back to the inside of the body 100 through the guide hole 2312 for recycling or centralized treatment, so as to avoid excessive flow of small ice cubes or ice debris back to the inside of the body 100 and cause accumulation. After the small ice cubes and ice debris in the concave space melt, it is convenient for the inside of the body 100 to drain water.

[0199] In some embodiments of the present invention, the grille bar 2314 includes a first section and a second section, one end of the first section is connected to the bottom of the guide hole 2312, and the first section is inclined downward away from the direction of the ice outlet channel 2311; one end of the second section is connected to the other end of the first section, and the other end of the second section is connected to the top of the guide hole 2312.

[0200] For example, the first section extends approximately horizontally, while the second section extends approximately vertically, and the two sections are connected to form an inverted "7"-shaped structure to form an inner concave space for accommodating unmelted small ice cubes and ice debris. In order to prevent the water generated after melting from accumulating in the inner concave space, the first section is set to be inclined downward to facilitate the water to flow out of the guide hole 2312.

[0201] In some embodiments of the present invention, guide ribs are provided on both sides of the first side wall, the guide ribs extend along the ice outlet direction of the ice outlet channel 2311 , and the two guide ribs are respectively located on both sides of the guide hole 2312 .

[0202] It can be understood that the guide ribs extend from the entrance of the ice outlet channel 2311 to the guide hole 2312 to guide the melted water to flow to the guide hole 2312. That is, the two guide ribs are used to stop the melted water, so that the melted water flows down between the two guide ribs and then flows into the guide hole 2312, so as to prevent the melted water from flowing to other walls of the ice outlet channel 2311 and failing to flow into the guide hole 2312. Optionally, the guide hole 2312 extends from one of the guide ribs to the direction of the other guide rib to ensure that the melted water between the two guide ribs can flow into the guide hole 2312.

[0203] Reference Fig.21 In some embodiments of the present invention, the outer wall of the ice box 231 is provided with a guide plate 2313, and the guide plate 2313 is located below the guide hole 2312. It can be understood that after the ice melt water flows out through the guide hole 2312, it will drip from the bottom of the guide hole 2312. In order to ensure that the water flows to the designated area, the guide plate 2313 receives the water passing through the guide hole 2312 and guides it to the designated area, which is convenient for centralized treatment and drainage. Exemplarily, the guide plate 2313 is connected to the outer wall of the ice box 231, and the guide plate 2313 can be inclined to facilitate the natural flow of water. For example, a water receiving trough or a water receiving box is provided at the end of the guide plate 2313, so as to prevent water from flowing to the live parts and causing damage. Optionally, both sides of the guide plate 2313 are provided with a stopper plate to prevent water from flowing out from the side of the guide plate 2313, that is, the water can only flow out from the end of the guide plate 2313, so as to flow to the designated area. Optionally, the guide plate 2313 and the ice box 231 may be connected by bonding, welding, clamping or threaded connection. Of course, in other embodiments, the guide plate 2313 and the ice box 231 may be an integrally formed structure, which is not limited here.

[0204] Optionally, refer to Fig.10 and Fig. 20In some embodiments of the present invention, the ice stirring member 233 is an auger, which is installed at the output end of the ice discharging motor 232, and the auger extends toward the side of the ice discharging box 231 to extend into the ice storage tank 2172. The ice discharging motor 232 drives the auger to rotate, thereby realizing the transportation of ice cubes. Of course, the ice discharging motor 232 can also be a driving member 235 such as a rotating cylinder.

[0205] Reference Fig.10 and Fig. 20 In some embodiments of the present invention, the auger can continuously stir the ice cubes in the ice storage tank 2172 to prevent the ice cubes from sticking together and forming block ice. Through the continuous operation of the auger, not only the ice cubes are effectively stirred, but also the circulation of cold air is improved, which helps to evenly distribute the cold air in the ice storage tank 2172, ensuring that all ice cubes can be fully frozen, thereby improving ice making efficiency.

[0206] Reference Fig.10 and Fig. 20 In some embodiments of the present invention, the auger is a centrally symmetrical structure. In this way, when installing the auger, the auger can be correctly installed and work in any direction, reducing the directional issues that need to be considered during the installation process and improving the installation efficiency. In addition, when the auger is running, the centrally symmetrical structure helps to maintain its own balance, which is beneficial to reduce the vibration of the machine during operation, improve the overall stability and durability of the equipment, and avoid machine wear caused by uneven rotation. Of course, in some other embodiments of the present invention, the auger can also be an axisymmetric structure.

[0207] It is understandable that, referring to Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Fig. 22 In some embodiments of the present invention, the body 100 is provided with a pressing port 132 located in the taking area 130, and the cup pusher structure 500 includes a cup pusher 510 and a micro switch 520. One end of the cup pusher 510 is connected to the body 100, and the other end is movably arranged in the pressing port 132. The cup pusher 510 is suitable for elastic deformation under external force to move in the pressing port 132. The micro switch 520 is connected to the body 100, and the cup pusher 510 moves in the pressing port 132 to press the micro switch 520.

[0208] With the above structure, the ice outlet 120 of the body 100 is used to control the discharge of ice cubes or ice water for the user. The cup pusher 510 can be used as a press switch, and the micro switch 520 is triggered by the cup pusher 510 to control the opening and closing of the ice outlet 120. One end of the cup pusher 510 is connected to the body 100, and elastic deformation occurs when pressed by an external force, thereby realizing the pressing of the micro switch 520. When the cup pusher 510 is released, the cup pusher 510 elastically resets to the initial state, thereby releasing the pressing of the micro switch 520. In this way, the cup pusher 510 can be automatically reset without the need for other reset structures. The structure is simple, and the structure of the cup pusher 510 controlling the discharge of water and ice can be realized.

[0209] It is understandable that, referring to Fig. 22 , the cup pusher 510 is in the shape of a long strip, so as to produce a good deformation stroke, and the user can save more effort when pressing. Exemplarily, one end of the cup pusher 510 with the mounting hole 5131 is a fixed end, and the fixed end is connected and fixed to the connecting column 133 of the body 100, and the other end of the cup pusher 510 is a movable end. When the cup pusher 510 is pressed and deformed by an external force, the movable end moves relative to the fixed end. The cup pusher 510 can extend in the vertical direction or in the horizontal direction, and can be adjusted according to the actual installation space of the ice maker. For example, the cup pusher 510 extends in the vertical direction, and the lower end of the cup pusher 510 is used as a fixed end for fixed connection with the body 100, and the upper end of the cup pusher 510 is used as a movable end, which is set to correspond to the pressing port 132, so that the user can press it. Of course, the upper end of the cup pusher 510 can also be used as a fixed end and the lower end as a movable end, which is not limited here.

[0210] Reference Fig. 22 In some embodiments of the present invention, a connecting column 133 is provided in the taking area 130 of the body 100, and a mounting hole 5131 is opened at one end of the cup pusher 510. The cup pusher 510 is sleeved on the connecting column 133 through the mounting hole 5131, and at least a portion of the connecting column 133 extends out of the mounting hole 5131 and is connected to the connecting column 133 through a connecting member, and there is an installation gap between the connecting member and the cup pusher 510, and the cup pusher 510 is suitable for being deformed under the action of an external force so as to move in the pressing port 132.

[0211] With the above structure, the cup pusher 510 is used as a push switch to control the ice discharging of the ice maker for user use. One end of the cup pusher 510 is connected to the connecting column 133 of the body 100 through the mounting hole 5131. When the cup pusher 510 is pressed by an external force, it elastically deforms to control the ice discharging. When the cup pusher 510 is released, the cup pusher 510 elastically returns to the initial position to close the ice discharging. After the connecting member is connected to the connecting column 133, the connecting member stops the cup pusher 510 from being separated from the connecting column 133, so that the cup pusher 510 is installed and fixed. When installing the connecting member, since the connecting column 133 extends out of the installation hole 5131, the connecting member abuts against the connecting column 133, so that the cup pusher 510 cannot be pressed. In this way, the two will not contact and generate friction, that is, the cup pusher 510 will not twist with the twisting of the connecting member, so that the side wall of the cup pusher 510 is prevented from contacting with the body 100 due to the deviation of the installation position of the cup pusher 510, and the normal pressing and rebound of the cup pusher 510 are ensured. One end of the cup pusher 510 is connected to the body 100, and elastic deformation occurs when pressed by external force, so as to achieve the pressing of the micro switch 520. When the cup pusher 510 is released, the cup pusher 510 elastically returns to the initial position, so as to release the pressing of the micro switch 520. In this way, the cup pusher 510 can be automatically reset without the need for other reset structures. The structure is simple, and the cup pusher 510 can be used to control the discharge of water and ice.

[0212] Optionally, refer to Fig. 22 , the connecting member is a screw, a threaded hole is provided at the connecting column 133, the screw is connected to the threaded hole, when the screw is screwed to abut the top surface of the connecting column 133, since the top surface of the connecting column 133 protrudes from the outer surface of the cup pusher 510, there is an installation gap between the screw and the outer surface of the cup pusher 510, so the cup pusher 510 will not be twisted when the screw is screwed. In other embodiments, the connecting member can also be a bolt, a pin, a rivet, etc., which is not limited here. When installing and removing the connecting member, the connecting member does not press the outer surface of the cup pusher 510.

[0213] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the body 100 is provided with positioning ribs, the positioning ribs form a positioning space, the connecting column 133 is arranged in the positioning space, and the positioning ribs stop and limit the opposite sides of the cup pusher 510 .

[0214] It is understandable that the positioning rib may be a semi-enclosed structure to surround the fixed end of the cup pusher 510, thereby limiting the position deviation of the fixed end of the cup pusher 510. In this way, the movable end of the cup pusher 510 can be prevented from having a larger displacement, thereby ensuring the gap between the movable end of the cup pusher 510 and the body 100, and the deformation and movement of the cup pusher 510 are not hindered. Exemplarily, the positioning rib includes two ribs, which are arranged in parallel, and a positioning space is formed between them to accommodate the fixed end of the cup pusher 510. When the fixed end of the cup pusher 510 is connected to the connecting column 133 in the positioning space, the opposite sides of the cup pusher 510 respectively abut the two ribs. In other words, the positioning rib limits the displacement of the fixed end of the cup pusher 510 in the width direction, thereby ensuring the movable gap between the movable end of the cup pusher 510 and the body 100.

[0215] Reference Fig. 22 In some embodiments of the present invention, a limit hook 512 is provided at one end of the cup pusher 510 away from the mounting hole 5131, and the limit hook 512 is adapted to abut against the inner side of the body 100 when the cup pusher 510 moves toward the outer side of the body 100. It can be understood that when the cup pusher 510 is pressed by an external force to control the opening of the ice outlet hole 21721, after the ice outlet is completed, the cup pusher 510 is released, and the cup pusher 510 is reset to move toward the outer side of the body 100. In order to prevent the cup pusher 510 from being reset excessively, thereby preventing the cup pusher 510 from warping and deforming outward to increase the pressing virtual stroke, after the cup pusher 510 is reset to the initial position, the limit hook 512 can abut against the inner side of the body 100 to stop the cup pusher 510 from continuing to move toward the outer side of the body 100. Exemplarily, when the limit hook 512 is in contact with the body 100, the cup pusher 510 just reaches the preset condition of closing the ice dispensing. In this way, pressing the cup pusher 510 can trigger the ice dispensing in time, avoiding the cup pusher 510 pressing virtual stroke, so that pressing the cup pusher 510 can react more sensitively to ice dispensing.

[0216] It is understandable that, referring to Fig. 22 In some embodiments of the present invention, a mounting edge 134 is provided on the inner side of the access area 130 of the body 100 around the pressing opening 132, and the limiting hook 512 abuts against the mounting edge 134. It can be understood that the mounting edge 134 can be used to improve the installation stability of the cup pusher 510, and the mounting edge 134 can be used to stop the cantilever section 513, and at the same time, can also be used to stop and abut the limiting hook 512 to ensure that the cup pusher 510 does not move excessively to the outside of the body 100, thereby avoiding the generation of a pressing virtual stroke.

[0217] It should be noted that, in the embodiment of the present invention, since the ice discharging box 231 is provided with a driving member 235 and an ice blocking plate 234, the micro switch 520 can send an electrical signal to the driving member 235 after being triggered, thereby controlling the driving member 235 to be turned on and off. Of course, the micro switch 520 can also transmit an electrical signal to the internal ice delivery structure to send an ice delivery instruction, thereby controlling the internal ice delivery structure to perform an ice delivery operation. Here, it is only necessary to control whether the ice delivery hole (21721) is to discharge ice through the micro switch 520, and the specific control method is not limited.

[0218] It is understandable that, referring to Fig. 22 In some embodiments of the present invention, the cup pusher 510 includes a pushing section 511 and a cantilever section 513. The pushing section 511 is movably arranged in the pressing opening 132, and one side of the pushing section 511 is exposed outside the body 100. The pushing section 511 is suitable for pressing the micro switch 520; one end of the cantilever section 513 is connected to the pushing section 511, and the other end of the cantilever section 513 is connected to the body 100.

[0219] Exemplarily, the pushing section 511 is used for the user to press, and the connection between the cantilever section 513 and the pushing section 511 is a bent structure, which can better realize the deformation of the cup pusher 510. Optionally, the thickness of the connection between the cantilever section 513 and the pushing section 511 is thinner, or the thickness of the cantilever section 513 is thinner than that of the pushing section 511, so as to facilitate deformation, thereby pressing the micro switch 520. The size of the pushing section 511 is adapted to the size of the pressing port 132, so that the pushing section 511 can be movably arranged in the pressing port 132. Optionally, part of the pushing section 511 is located on the outside of the body 100, that is, the outside of the pressing port 132, and the cantilever section 513 is connected to the inside of the body 100, and the cantilever section 513 abuts against the inside of the body 100, so as to prevent the cup pusher 510 from exceeding the outside of the pressing port 132 too much when resetting. At the same time, the edge of the pushing section 511 may be provided with a convex protrusion, which is used to abut against the outer wall of the body 100. When the pushing section 511 presses the micro switch 520, the pushing section 511 moves toward the inner side of the pressing port 132. When it moves a certain distance, the convex protrusion abuts against the outer wall of the body 100 to limit the cup pusher 510 from further deformation, thereby preventing the cup pusher 510 from moving too far and crushing the micro switch 520. Optionally, the pushing section 511 and the cantilever section 513 may be an integrally formed structure to reduce the number of installation steps and improve the connection stability. Of course, they may also be connected by welding, bonding, clamping or threaded connection, which is not limited here.

[0220] It is understandable that, referring to Fig. 22In some embodiments of the present invention, the micro switch 520 is located at one end of the pushing section 511 adjacent to the cantilever section 513. With the above structure, the cantilever section 513 is fixedly connected to the body 100, and the pushing section 511 can move relative to the pressing port 132 to press the micro switch 520. In this way, when the cup pusher 510 is deformed by pressing the pushing section 511, the end of the pushing section 511 away from the cantilever section 513 has a longer stroke, while the end of the pushing section 511 adjacent to the cantilever section 513 has a shorter stroke, which is suitable for triggering the micro switch 520. Providing the micro switch 520 at one end of the pushing section 511 adjacent to the cantilever section 513 is conducive to reducing the force and triggering stroke of the cup pusher 510, making it easier to trigger the micro switch 520, and not easy to damage the micro switch 520 by excessive pressing. Optionally, in order to reduce the force and trigger stroke of the cup pusher 510 , the micro switch 520 may also be disposed at the / position in the length direction of the cup pusher 510 , that is, the middle position in the length direction of the cup pusher 510 .

[0221] Reference Fig. 22 , the body 100 is provided with a positioning column 135 at the position corresponding to the pressing port 132, the positioning column 135 extends from one side wall of the pressing port 132 toward the other side wall, and the micro switch 520 is connected and fixed to the positioning column 135. It can be understood that in order to facilitate the installation of the micro switch 520, a suspension platform is extended from the inner side of the body 100 to the pressing port 132, and the suspension platform is convexly provided with a positioning column 135, and the positioning column 135 can pass through the positioning hole on the micro switch 520 to achieve the installation and positioning of the micro switch 520. During installation, the micro switch 520 is installed from the side so that the positioning column 135 is passed through the positioning hole of the micro switch 520, that is, the micro switch 520 is hung at the positioning column 135, and the installation is convenient.

[0222] Reference Fig. 22 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the body 100 is provided with at least two positioning posts 135. In one embodiment, the two positioning posts 135 are arranged at intervals to improve the installation stability of the micro switch 520. Exemplarily, the extension directions of the two positioning posts 135 are parallel to facilitate the installation of the micro switch 520. Of course, in other embodiments, multiple positioning posts 135 may also be provided, which is not limited here. It can be understood that the positioning post 135 extends into the pressing port 132, so that the micro switch 520 can be installed to a relatively central position corresponding to the pressing port 132. When the cup pusher 510 presses the micro switch 520, it is not easy to press only the edge of the micro switch 520 spring, and the triggering of the micro switch 520 is more stable.

[0223] Reference Fig. 22According to an embodiment of the present invention, a fixing buckle 136 is provided at the body 100 corresponding to the pressing port 132, and the micro switch 520 is buckled in the fixing buckle 136. Exemplarily, the fixing buckle 136 includes two buckles arranged opposite to each other, and a buckle space is formed between the two buckles. The micro switch 520 can be buckled in the buckle space without the aid of other installation tools, which is convenient for installation. In one embodiment, the positioning column 135 is located between the two buckles, that is, located in the buckle space, that is, when the micro switch 520 is buckled in the fixing buckle 136, the positioning column 135 passes through the positioning hole on the micro switch 520 to achieve dual installation and positioning of the micro switch 520, further improving the installation stability.

[0224] It is understandable that, referring to Fig. 22 In some embodiments of the present invention, the micro switch 520 is located at one end of the pushing section 511 adjacent to the cantilever section 513 .

[0225] With the above structure, the cantilever section 513 is fixedly connected to the body 100, and the pushing section 511 can move relative to the pressing port 132 to press the micro switch 520. In this way, when the cup pusher 510 is deformed by pressing the pushing section 511, the end of the pushing section 511 away from the cantilever section 513 has a longer stroke, while the end of the pushing section 511 adjacent to the cantilever section 513 has a shorter stroke, which is suitable for triggering the micro switch 520. The micro switch 520 is arranged at the end of the pushing section 511 adjacent to the cantilever section 513, which is conducive to reducing the force and triggering stroke of the cup pusher 510, making it easier to trigger the micro switch 520, and not easy to damage the micro switch 520 by excessive pressing. Optionally, in order to reduce the force and triggering stroke of the cup pusher 510, the micro switch 520 can also be arranged at the / position in the length direction of the cup pusher 510, that is, the middle position in the length direction of the cup pusher 510.

[0226] Reference Figure 1 ,and Figure 2 In some embodiments of the present invention, the pressing port 132 is arranged adjacent to the ice outlet hole 21721, a cup holder 131 is provided at the lower portion of the taking area 130, the cup holder 131 is arranged opposite to the ice outlet hole 21721, the cup holder 131 is used to place a container, and the distance between the pressing port 132 and the top surface of the cup holder 131 is greater than 90 mm.

[0227] It is understandable that, referring to Fig.23 In some embodiments of the present invention, the ice maker further includes a cold water drain pipe 910, a hot water drain pipe and a main drain pipe 930. The cold water drain pipe 910 is used to discharge the area for storing cold water in the body 100, the hot water drain pipe 920 is used to communicate with the hot tank 320, and the main drain pipe 930 is respectively connected to the cold water drain pipe 910 and the hot water drain pipe 920.

[0228] Specifically, refer to Fig.23It can be understood that the above-mentioned cold water drainage pipeline 910 is connected to the cold water area 212 of the water tank 210. Of course, it is not limited to being connected to the cold water area 212 of the water tank 210. In some embodiments, the cold water drainage pipeline 910 can also be connected to the drainage hole 7111 of the support plate 700, so that when a large amount of condensed water or normal temperature water overflows, it can be discharged to the outside of the body 100 through the drainage hole 7111 and the cold water drainage pipeline 910.

[0229] By adopting the above structure, the cold water drainage pipeline 910 and the hot water drainage pipeline 920 are uniformly connected to the main drainage pipeline 930, avoiding the setting of multiple drainage outlets 2316 and scattered drainage paths, and simplifying the overall structure of the drainage system; and because the cold water drainage pipeline 910 and the hot water drainage pipeline 920 share the same main drainage pipeline 930, the layout of the entire drainage system becomes more compact, reducing the space occupied by the drainage pipeline inside the machine; at the same time, by integrating cold water drainage and hot water drainage into a main drainage pipeline 930, the drainage process can be effectively simplified, making the layout of the pipeline more reasonable, which helps to avoid installation and maintenance inconveniences caused by crossing or overlapping pipelines, and also reduces potential water leakage risks.

[0230] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 5 In some embodiments of the present invention, the ice-making and drinking water system also includes a drain valve 940, which is arranged on the main drain pipeline 930. The drain valve 940 has a drain port 2316, a first interface and a second interface. The first interface and the second interface are respectively connected to the drain port 2316, the first interface is connected to the cold water drain pipeline 910, and the second interface is connected to the hot water drain pipeline 920.

[0231] It is understood that, in this embodiment, the drain valve 940 is a switch valve member for controlling the discharge of water from the inside of the machine. The drain valve 940 is arranged on the main drain pipeline 930 and can be opened or closed to control the discharge of water.

[0232] It is understandable that, referring to Fig. 9In this embodiment, the water tank 210 includes a box body 2181 and a box cover 2182. The box body 2181 is recessed to form a chamber with an upper opening. The chamber of the box body 2181 forms a normal temperature water area 211 and a cold water area 212 through a partition 213. Referring to the figure, in the embodiment of the present invention, the box cover 2182 is set at the chamber opening of the box body 2181, and the box cover 2182 is detachably connected to the box body 2181. With the above structure, the chamber is an upper opening structure, so that the operator can easily arrange the water tank 210 and install the components, which improves the convenience of operation; because the box cover 2182 is detachably connected to the box body 2181, the operator can easily open the box cover 2182 for cleaning or maintenance operations, keep the water tank 210 hygienic and in good condition, ensure that the connection between the box cover 2182 and the box body 2181 is firm and reliable, and avoid problems such as accidental falling off or water leakage.

[0233] Specifically, in some embodiments of the present invention, the connection method between the above-mentioned box cover 2182 and the box body 2181 is a combination of a snap connection and a bolt connection; of course, in some embodiments, the connection method between the box cover 2182 and the box body 2181 can also be only a snap connection, or only a bolt connection, etc., which is not limited here.

[0234] It is understandable that, referring to Figures 3 to 5 In this embodiment, the body 100 is provided with a base 170, and the water source module 400 is arranged on the base 170. The base 170 provides a stable support for the entire ice maker to ensure that the device does not shake or tilt during operation.

[0235] Reference Figures 3 to 5 In some embodiments of the present invention, there are multiple bases 170 and multiple water source modules 400. The multiple water source modules 400 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the multiple bases 170. The multiple water source modules 400 are different types of water supply sources. The water source modules 400 are detachably connected to the ice-making module 200, and the water source modules 400 are used to supply water to the ice-making module 200.

[0236] Reference Figures 3 to 5 In some embodiments of the present invention, the water source module 400 is used to provide a clean and stable water source to the ice making module 200. The water source module 400 can select a bottled water source, a tap water source, or other types of water sources according to user needs, and is connected to the ice making module 200 through a pipe or a hose. The selectability and detachability of the water source module 400 enable the ice making machine to flexibly adapt to different water source environments, thereby improving the versatility of the device and user satisfaction.

[0237] The detachable connection between the body 100 and the base 170, the water source module 400 and the ice making module 200 allows different water source types to be replaced by replacing different bases 170, thereby improving the flexibility and maintainability of the device and reducing the maintenance cost of the user.

[0238] With the above structure, the connection between the base 170 and the body 100 and the water source module 400 and the ice-making module 200 is set to be detachably connected, and the water source module 400 can select bottled water source, tap water source or more types of water sources. Different water source modules 400 can be set corresponding to different bases 170, so that the ice-making machine can adapt to different water source modes when replacing different bases 170, which improves the adaptability of the ice-making machine to different water sources. Since only one water source mode is set on a single base 170, the overall volume of the ice-making machine can be effectively reduced, thereby reducing the installation space required for the ice-making machine and reducing the difficulty of layout.

[0239] Reference Figure 3 In this embodiment, the water source module 400 is a tap water source, and the water source module 400 also includes a filtering system 410, which is disposed on the base 170, one end of the filtering system 410 is connected to an external tap water pipeline, and the other end is connected to the ice making module 200.

[0240] It is understandable that in the present embodiment, the water source module 400 is set as a tap water source, which can be directly connected to the tap water pipe at home, and is suitable for occasions with a stable tap water supply. However, tap water may contain some impurities, particulate matter or microorganisms, so it needs to be properly treated before it can be used for ice making. Therefore, on the base 170 where the water source module 400 is a tap water source, a filter system 410 can be added to the water source module 400. The function of the filter system 410 is to remove impurities, particulate matter, odor and some microorganisms in the tap water, thereby improving the water quality. The filter system 410 can include a variety of filter media, such as activated carbon, ceramic filter element, ultrafiltration membrane, etc. The choice of the medium depends on the type of pollutants to be removed and the expected filtering effect. No special limitation is made here.

[0241] Reference Figure 3 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the filtration system 410 includes an RO filter element 411 and a booster pump 412 , the booster pump 412 is connected to the water inlet end of the RO filter element 411 , and the water outlet end of the RO filter element 411 is connected to the ice making module 200 .

[0242] It is understandable that the RO filter element 411 uses reverse osmosis technology to remove impurities such as dissolved solids, bacteria, viruses, heavy metals, and organic matter in water. The filtration accuracy of the RO filter element 411 is very high, and it can usually remove more than 95% of impurities in the water, thereby providing very pure water quality. This makes the RO filter element 411 a commonly used filter medium in equipment such as ice makers and water purifiers. Since the filtration process of the RO filter element 411 requires a certain pressure difference to drive water molecules through the semipermeable membrane, it is usually necessary to equip a booster pump 412 to increase the water inlet pressure. The booster pump 412 is connected to the water inlet end of the RO filter element 411. Its function is to pressurize the tap water and send it into the RO filter element 411 to ensure that the filtration process can proceed smoothly. The selection and performance of the booster pump 412 directly affect the filtration efficiency of the RO filter element 411 and the overall performance of the equipment.

[0243] In this embodiment, the output end of the booster pump 412 is connected to the water inlet end of the RO filter element 411, and the pressurized tap water is sent to the RO filter element 411 for filtration. The water outlet end of the RO filter element 411 is connected to the ice making module 200, and the filtered pure water is sent to the ice making module 200 for ice making. This ensures that the ice making module 200 can receive high-quality water, thereby making purer and better-tasting ice cubes.

[0244] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 5 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water source module 400 further includes a water leakage protector 420, which is disposed at the front end of the filter system 410. The water leakage protector 420 is used to cut off the connection between the filter system 410 and the external water pipeline when the ice maker leaks.

[0245] It is understood that in this embodiment, the water leakage protector 420 is mainly used to cut off the water source in time when the ice maker leaks, so as to prevent water from damaging the equipment, causing property losses or causing safety hazards. The water leakage protector 420 is arranged at the front end of the filtration system 410, that is, before the booster pump 412 and the RO filter element 411. It is ensured that the water leakage protector 420 can detect any water leakage before the water flows into the filtration system 410 and immediately cut off the water source. Prevent the water leakage from further deterioration and protect the filtration system 410 and other components of the ice maker from damage.

[0246] When the water leakage protector 420 detects a water leakage, the water leakage protector 420 will quickly cut off the connection between the filter system 410 and the external tap water pipeline. This can be achieved by closing the valve, thereby preventing the water from continuing to enter the ice maker. This ensures that the equipment can stop working quickly in the event of a water leakage, preventing water damage and other potential risks. The safety and reliability of the ice maker are improved.

[0247] Reference Figure 5According to one embodiment of the present invention, a groove-shaped water collecting level 171 is recessed on the base 170 , and the water leakage protector 420 is installed at the groove of the water collecting level 171 .

[0248] It is understandable that the water collection level 171 recessed on the base 170 is an area for collecting and containing leaked water. The water collection level 171 can provide a clear water leakage detection area, making water leakage easier to detect and handle. The water leakage protector 420 is installed at the notch of the water collection level 171, so that the water level changes in the water collection level 171 can be directly monitored. Once the water level in the water collection level 171 exceeds the preset safety threshold, the water leakage protector 420 will be triggered and cut off the water source to prevent further leakage of water to other parts of the device. While improving the accuracy of water leakage detection, it also ensures that the water leakage protector 420 can respond quickly when a water leakage occurs.

[0249] In this embodiment, the water leakage protector 420 is installed at the notch of the water collecting level 171. When the device leaks, the combination of the water collecting level 171 and the water leakage protector 420 can quickly cut off the water source to prevent water damage and potential safety hazards, thereby ensuring the safety and comfort of users during use.

[0250] Reference Figure 5 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water source module 400 also includes a water leakage detection board 430, which is arranged on the base 170. The water leakage detection board 430 is connected to the display module signal on the body 100. The water leakage detection board 430 is used to prompt a fault signal through the display module when a water leakage is detected in the ice maker.

[0251] It is understandable that the water leakage detection board 430 is a sensor board for detecting water leakage. The water leakage detection board 430 can sense the presence of water and trigger a corresponding alarm mechanism when a water leakage is detected. In this embodiment, the water leakage detection board 430 is arranged on the base 170, and together with the water collecting level 171 and the water leakage protector 420, a complete water leakage protection system is formed. The water leakage detection board 430 realizes a signal connection with the display module on the body 100. When the water leakage detection board 430 detects a water leakage, it can immediately send a signal to the display module to prompt the user that the device has a fault. The display module usually displays a fault signal in the form of text, icons or sounds, so that the user can quickly identify and deal with the water leakage problem. By prompting the fault signal by the display module, the user can promptly understand the water leakage of the equipment and take corresponding measures to deal with it. Thereby improving the reliability and safety of the equipment, and also enhancing the user's sense of control and trust in the equipment.

[0252] Reference Figure 4According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water source module 400 is a bottled water source, and the upper end surface of the base 170 is recessed downward to form a placement groove, which is used for the installation and positioning of the bottled water 440.

[0253] It is understandable that the water source module 400 in this embodiment uses bottled water 440 as a water source. Bottled water 440 generally refers to drinking water pre-filled in a plastic bucket or other container, which can be directly connected to the water source interface of the ice maker to provide the required water for the ice making process. The use of bottled water provides users with a more flexible and convenient water source selection, especially in some occasions where there is no stable tap water supply or a higher water quality standard is required.

[0254] In order to accommodate the installation and positioning of the bottled water 440, the upper end surface of the base 170 is designed as a downwardly concave placement groove. The size and shape of the placement groove match the bottom of the bottled water 440 to ensure that the bottled water 440 can be stably placed on the base 170. The design of the placement groove can improve the convenience of installing the bottled water 440 and prevent the bottled water 440 from moving or tipping over during use.

[0255] Reference Figure 4 and Fig.23 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water source module 400 also includes a diaphragm pump 450 and a suction head 460 , the suction head 460 is clamped to the water outlet 110 of the bottled water 440 , and the diaphragm pump 450 is connected between the suction head 460 and the ice-making module 200 .

[0256] It is understandable that the suction head 460 is a component used to connect to the water outlet 110 of the bottled water 440. The suction head 460 usually has a clamping structure that matches the water outlet 110 of the bottled water 440, and can be firmly fixed on the bottled water outlet 110 to ensure a stable supply of water. By clamping the suction head 460 on the water outlet 110 of the bottled water 440, a direct connection between the water source module 400 and the bottled water 440 is achieved, which can simplify the installation process and improve the stability and reliability of the connection.

[0257] In this embodiment, the diaphragm pump 450 is connected between the suction head 460 and the ice-making module 200 to suck water in the bottled water 440 through the suction head 460 and then transport it to the normal temperature water area 211 in the ice-making module 200 to replenish the normal temperature water area 211.

[0258] In this embodiment, the suction head 460 is connected to the water outlet 110 of the bottled water 440 by means of a snap connection, and the diaphragm pump 450 is connected between the output end of the suction head 460 and the input end of the ice-making module 200. This ensures that the water source can be stably and efficiently transported to the ice-making module 200, providing sufficient water supply for the ice-making process.

[0259] It can be understood that in the embodiment of the present invention, by detecting the current liquid level height of the normal temperature water zone 211, when the liquid level height of the normal temperature water zone 211 reaches the preset high level threshold, the full water signal of the normal temperature water zone 211 is output; only after the normal temperature water zone 211 is full of water, the liquid level height of the cold water zone 212 is detected according to the second liquid level switch 2121 in the cold water zone 212, and when the liquid level height of the cold water zone 212 is lower than the preset high level threshold, the normal temperature water zone 211 is controlled to be full of water. 11 water replenishment, the normal temperature water zone 211 is continuously replenished with water, the liquid level of the normal temperature water zone 211 continues to rise to the top of the partition 213, and overflows and replenishes water to the cold water zone 212 through the overflow groove 2131, until the second liquid level switch 2121 in the cold water zone 212 detects that the liquid level height of the cold water zone 212 reaches the preset high level threshold, outputs a full water signal of the cold water zone 212, stops replenishing water to the normal temperature water zone 211, and stops the water replenishment operation to the normal temperature water zone 211. It can be seen that according to the liquid level heights of the normal temperature water zone 211 and the cold water zone 212, the relationship between water replenishment and liquid level height is analyzed, and the accuracy and reliability of the judgment based on the liquid level height to detect whether the water replenishment condition is met is improved.

[0260] Specifically, it can be understood that, in this embodiment, regarding the water leakage judgment: for example, when no normal temperature water is taken, the flow rate of the diaphragm pump 450 is constant, and the volume of the normal temperature water zone 211 is constant. Therefore, the volume of the normal temperature water zone 211 is the ratio of the sum of the flow rate of the diaphragm pump 450 and the residual volume. The ratio is the set working time of the diaphragm pump 450. Therefore, when the diaphragm pump 450 exceeds the set working time, the first liquid level switch 2111 in the normal temperature water zone 211 has not yet reminded the high liquid level state, and it can be judged that the normal temperature water zone 211 has a water leakage. Or there is no water in the bucket; or, when the cold water zone 212 does not take cold water to the user or does not take cold water to replenish the ice box 221 for ice making, the flow of the diaphragm pump 450 is constant, and the volume of the cold water zone 212 is constant. Therefore, the volume of the cold water zone 212 is the ratio of the sum of the flow of the diaphragm pump 450 and the surplus, and the ratio is the set working time of the diaphragm pump 450. Therefore, when the diaphragm pump 450 exceeds the set working time, the second liquid level switch 2121 has not yet reminded the high liquid level state, it can be judged that there is a leak in the cold water zone 212 or there is no water in the bucket.

[0261] Reference Figures 1 to 4 According to one embodiment of the present invention, an opening is provided on one side of the body 100 corresponding to the water source area, and the ice maker further comprises a door 180, which is connected to the opening to open or close the water source area. It is understandable that the design of the opening allows the user to conveniently access and operate the water source area, such as replacing the bottled water 440, checking the status of the water source module 400, or performing necessary maintenance.

[0262] In order to maintain the integrity and aesthetics of the body 100, and also to protect the water source area from being polluted by dust and impurities, the ice maker also includes a door body 180. The door body 180 is connected to the opening, and the water source area can be accessed or closed by opening or closing. The door body 180 not only plays the role of closing and protecting the water source area, but also serves as a part of the appearance of the ice maker, increasing its overall aesthetics and coordination. When the door body 180 is closed, it can fit closely with the other parts of the body 100 to form a complete appearance; and when the door body 180 is opened, the user can easily access and operate the water source area and perform necessary maintenance or replacement work.

[0263] Specifically, refer to Figure 4 and Fig.23 In this embodiment, a door-controlled switch 190 is provided in the water source area, and the door-controlled switch 190 is triggered and cooperated with the door body 180. When the door body 180 is closed, the door-controlled switch 190 senses that the door body 180 is closed, and the ice maker can start to perform corresponding work.

[0264] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the present invention, rather than to limit the present invention. Although the present invention is described in detail with reference to the embodiments, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that various combinations, modifications or equivalent substitutions of the technical solutions of the present invention do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, and should all be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An ice making machine, characterized in that: include: Body, An ice-making module, wherein the ice-making module is arranged on the machine body; A support plate, the support plate is arranged on the machine body, the support plate is located below the ice-making module, and the support plate is used to support the ice-making module and receive liquid generated when the ice-making module is in operation; A heating module is provided on the machine body, and the heating module is located below the support plate. The heat generated by the heating module during operation can act on the area where water accumulates on the support plate.

2. The ice making machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support plate is provided with an overflow groove, the heating module includes a compressor, and at least a partial structure of the overflow groove coincides with the orthographic projection of the compressor on a horizontal plane.

3. The ice making machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The heating module further includes a heat tank, and at least a portion of the overflow tank structure coincides with the orthographic projection of the heat tank on a horizontal plane.

4. The ice making machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The overflow trough comprises a water collecting trough and an overflow trough which are arranged at intervals, the upper surface of the support plate is concavely formed with the water collecting trough, the overflow trough and an overflow notch, the overflow notch connects the water collecting trough and the overflow trough, and the bottom wall of the overflow trough is provided with an overflow hole; Wherein, at least a part of the structure of the water collecting tank is located directly above the compressor, and another part of the structure is located directly above the hot tank.

5. The ice making machine according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that: The body is also provided with a support plate located below the support plate, and the support plate is provided with a first installation area and a second installation area, the first installation area is used for installing a hot tank, and the second installation area is used for installing the compressor.

6. The ice making machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ice-making module comprises a water tank, wherein the water tank is provided with a normal temperature water area and a cold water area, wherein the normal temperature water area is communicated with the cold water area so as to replenish water to the cold water area through the normal temperature water area.

7. The ice making machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: A partition is provided in the water tank, and the partition is provided between the normal temperature water area and the cold water area; Wherein, an overflow groove is provided at the top of the partition plate, so that the water in the normal temperature water area overflows to the cold water area through the overflow groove.

8. The ice making machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The normal temperature water zone and the cold water zone are staggered, and the normal temperature water zone is located above the cold water zone.

9. The ice making machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The normal temperature water zone is provided with at least two first liquid level switches, and the two first liquid level switches are arranged in parallel or with a height difference; The cold water zone is provided with at least two second liquid level switches, and the two second liquid level switches are arranged in parallel or with a height difference.

10. The ice making machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The machine body is provided with a water outlet for users to take water, and the ice-making module includes an ice-making mechanism, and the ice-making mechanism includes an ice-making box; The ice maker also includes a cold water pump and a switching valve. The cold water zone is connected to a water inlet of the cold water pump. The switching valve has a first switching state and a second switching state. In the first switching state, the cold water pump is connected to the water outlet through the switching valve; in the second switching state, the cold water pump is connected to the ice box through the switching valve.

11. The ice making machine according to claim 10, characterized in that The ice-making box is rotatably connected to the water tank, and the ice-making mechanism further includes a limiter, which is fixedly connected to the ice-making box; The water tank is provided with a limit switch, and the limit switch cooperates with the limit member to control the operation state of the ice-making mechanism; Wherein, a limiting structure is provided on the water tank, and after the limiting member triggers the limit switch, at least one of the limiting member and the ice box abuts and cooperates with the limiting structure to limit the rotation angle of the ice box.

12. The ice making machine according to claim 11, characterized in that The limiting structure includes a first limiting portion and a second limiting portion, and the ice-making mechanism has an ice-making state and an ice-removing state; In the ice-making state, the limiting member rotates forward to engage with the first limiting portion; In the de-icing state, the limiting member rotates in the opposite direction to be in limiting cooperation with the second limiting portion.

13. The ice making machine according to claim 11, characterized in that The ice-making mechanism comprises an ice-making motor, the ice-making motor is mounted on the outer side wall of the water tank, and the output shaft of the ice-making motor is drivingly connected to the limiting member; A limited space is formed between the ice-making motor and the outer side wall of the water tank, the limit switch is arranged in the limited space, and a side of the limit switch away from the water tank abuts against the ice-making motor.

14. The ice making machine according to claim 11, characterized in that The limit switch is arranged obliquely on the outer side wall of the water tank.

15. The ice making machine according to claim 11, characterized in that The water tank is provided with a first shaft hole and the ice box is provided with a first rotating shaft, and the first rotating shaft is inserted into and rotatably connected with the first shaft hole; Wherein, the water tank is provided with a blocking structure, and the blocking structure is used to block the first axial hole.

16. The ice making machine according to claim 15, characterized in that The blocking structure comprises: A sealing plugging member, the sealing plugging member is inserted into the first axial hole and seals the first axial hole; The second foaming layer is arranged on the outer wall of the box body, and the second foaming layer covers the outer wall of the sealing block.

17. The ice making machine according to claim 11, characterized in that The water tank is provided with an ice receiving groove and an ice storage groove communicated with the ice receiving groove, the ice receiving groove is used to receive the ice cubes made in the ice making box, and the ice storage groove is used to store the ice cubes transferred from the ice receiving groove. Wherein, the ice receiving trough and the ice storage trough are both arranged above the cold water area.

18. The ice making machine according to claim 17, characterized in that At least one full ice sensor module is disposed on the water tank. The full ice sensor module is disposed on the side wall of the ice storage tank and is located at the peripheral side of the connection point between the ice receiving tank and the ice storage tank.

19. The ice making machine according to claim 18, characterized in that The full ice sensor module comprises a transmitting probe and a receiving probe, and the transmitting probe and the receiving probe are respectively arranged on two opposite side walls of the ice storage tank.

20. The ice making machine according to claim 18, characterized in that The installation height of the full ice sensor module is higher than the bottom surface of the connecting point between the ice receiving groove and the ice storage groove.

21. The ice making machine according to claim 17, characterized in that An ice outlet hole is provided on one side wall of the ice storage tank, and the ice making module further includes an ice outlet mechanism, which includes: An ice dispensing box, the ice dispensing box is arranged on the water tank, and the ice dispensing box is provided with an ice dispensing channel connected to the ice dispensing hole, An ice dispensing motor, the ice dispensing motor being installed on the ice dispensing box; An ice-stirring component is transmission-connected to an output end of the ice-discharging motor through the ice-discharging hole. The ice-discharging motor is used to drive the ice-stirring component to rotate so as to drive ice cubes to move out of the ice-discharging hole.

22. The ice making machine according to claim 21, characterized in that The bottom surface of the ice storage tank is a slope, the slope is set at a first angle with the horizontal direction, the top of the slope is provided with a gentle section, the gentle section is set at a second angle with the horizontal direction, and the angle of the second angle is smaller than the angle of the first angle; The ice outlet box is provided with an inlet and an outlet connected to the ice outlet passage, and the inlet is arranged adjacent to the flat section; An extension section is provided on the periphery of the ice dispensing box located at the entrance, the extension section extends toward the flat section, and the extension section is spliced ​​with the flat section.

23. The ice making machine according to claim 22, characterized in that The extension section gradually inclines downward in a direction away from the inlet, and the extension section is arranged at a third angle with the horizontal direction, and the angle of the third angle is smaller than the angle of the second angle.

24. The ice making machine according to claim 22, characterized in that The first angle has a value range of 20° to 30°.

25. The ice making machine according to claim 22, characterized in that The top of the ice discharging box is concave to form a wire protection groove, a drain port is opened in the wire protection groove, and the drain port is connected to the ice discharging channel. The ice discharging motor is provided with a wiring terminal, and the wiring terminal is at least partially accommodated in the wire protection groove.

26. The ice making machine according to claim 22, characterized in that The ice discharging box is provided with a guide hole connected to the ice discharging channel, and the guide hole is connected to the support plate.

27. The ice making machine according to claim 26, characterized in that The ice outlet channel is provided with a first side wall adjacent to the ice storage tank, the guide hole is opened in the first side wall, and the first side wall is gradually inclined away from the ice storage tank in the ice outlet direction of the ice outlet channel.

28. The ice making machine according to claim 27, characterized in that The inner wall of the guide hole is connected with a plurality of grid bars arranged at intervals.

29. The ice making machine according to claim 21, characterized in that The ice stirring component is an auger.

30. The ice making machine according to claim 29, characterized in that The auger is a centrally symmetrical structure.

31. The ice making machine according to claim 22, characterized in that The ice outlet box is provided with an ice-blocking plate and a driving member, the ice-blocking plate is located at the connection point between the ice outlet hole and the ice outlet channel, the ice-blocking plate is movably connected to the ice outlet box, and the ice-blocking plate is transmission-connected to the output end of the driving member to drive the ice-blocking plate to move to a position that blocks or connects the ice outlet hole and the ice outlet channel.

32. The ice making machine according to any one of claims 11 to 31, characterized in that The machine body is provided with a pressing port, The ice making machine further includes a cup push structure, and the cup push structure includes: A cup pusher, one end of which is connected to the machine body, and the other end of which is movably arranged in the pressing port, and the cup pusher is suitable for elastic deformation under external pressure to move in the pressing port; A micro switch is connected to the machine body, and the cup pusher moves on the pressing port to press the micro switch.

33. The ice making machine according to claim 32, characterized in that The machine body is provided with a connecting column, and a mounting hole is opened at one end of the cup pusher. The cup pusher is sleeved on the connecting column through the mounting hole, and at least a portion of the connecting column extends out of the mounting hole and is connected to the connecting column through a connecting member. There is an installation gap between the connecting member and the cup pusher, and the cup pusher is suitable for deforming under the action of an external force so as to move in the pressing port.

34. The ice making machine according to claim 33, characterized in that The machine body is provided with positioning ribs, the positioning ribs form a positioning space, the connecting column is arranged in the positioning space, and the positioning ribs stop and limit the opposite two sides of the cup pusher.

35. The ice making machine according to claim 1, characterized in that The machine body is provided with a base, and the ice-making machine further comprises a water source module, wherein the water source module is provided on the base and is used for supplying water to the ice-making module.

36. The ice making machine according to claim 35, characterized in that The water source module includes any one of a bottled water source and a tap water source.

37. The ice making machine according to claim 36, characterized in that The water source module is a tap water source, and the water source module also includes a filtering system, which is arranged on the base. One end of the filtering system is connected to an external tap water pipeline, and the other end is connected to the ice-making module.

38. The ice making machine according to claim 36, characterized in that The water source module also includes a diaphragm pump and a suction head, the suction head is connected to the water outlet of the bottled water, and the diaphragm pump is connected between the suction head and the ice-making module.

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