Washing equipment

Abstract

The invention belongs to the technical field of household appliances, and discloses washing equipment which comprises a washing chamber and a shoe washing chamber. A water quality detection piece, a first water path and a second water path are arranged between the clothes washing chamber and the shoe washing chamber, and a filtering device is arranged in the second water path; the water quality detection part is used for detecting the turbidity of washing water discharged from the washing chamber, and when the turbidity is lower than a preset value, the washing water discharged from the washing chamber is introduced into the shoe washing chamber through the first water path; when the turbidity is not lower than a preset value, the washing water discharged from the washing chamber is introduced into the shoe washing chamber through the second water path, and the washing water is filtered and purified by the filtering device during the period, so that the washing water meets the shoe washing requirement. According to the washing equipment, water in the clothes washing cavity can enter the shoe washing cavity to be recycled, water resources are saved, the washing equipment has the clothes washing function and the shoe washing function, practicability is high, a user does not need to independently set clothes washing equipment and shoe washing equipment, the indoor occupied space is reduced, and the use experience feeling of the user is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of household appliances, and in particular to a washing device. Background Art

[0002] Washing equipment is an indispensable household appliance for household users, such as drum washing machines, pulsator washing machines, shoe washing machines, dishwashers and the like.

[0003] For example, drum washing machines are widely used among household users due to their advantages such as simple operation, energy saving and power saving, and less damage to clothes. However, drum washing machines use a large amount of water during the washing cycle. How to save washing water is an important research direction for existing drum washing machines.

[0004] In existing drum washing machines, the water quality in the initial washing cycle is relatively clear. This part of the washing water is directly discharged into the sewer pipe after completing the current washing cycle, causing a waste of water resources and a poor user experience.

[0005] Therefore, a washing device is needed to solve the above problems. Summary of the invention

[0006] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a washing device that can solve the problem of large water consumption and large waste of water resources in existing washing devices, thereby improving user experience and product practicality.

[0007] To achieve the above object, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0008] Provided is a washing device, comprising a washing chamber and a shoe washing chamber; a water quality detection element, a first water channel and a second water channel are arranged between the washing chamber and the shoe washing chamber, and a filtering device is arranged in the second water channel;

[0009] The water quality detection component is used to detect the turbidity of the washing water discharged from the laundry chamber. When the turbidity is lower than a preset value, the washing water discharged from the laundry chamber is passed into the shoe washing chamber through the first water channel. When the turbidity is not lower than the preset value, the washing water discharged from the laundry chamber is passed into the shoe washing chamber through the second water channel.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the washing device provided by the present invention, the washing device further comprises a water storage chamber, wherein the water storage chamber is divided into a first chamber and a second chamber which can be switched on and off, the first chamber is connected to the washing chamber in a switchable manner, and the water quality detection element is arranged in the first chamber;

[0011] The first water circuit includes a first pipe connected between the first chamber and the shoe washing chamber;

[0012] The second water circuit includes the second chamber and a second pipe connected between the second chamber and the shoe washing chamber, and the filtering device is arranged in the second chamber.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the washing device provided by the present invention, a movable baffle is provided between the first chamber and the second chamber, and the baffle has an open state connecting the first chamber and the second chamber and a closed state separating the first chamber and the second chamber.

[0014] As a preferred solution of the washing equipment provided by the present invention, a first check piece is provided on the first pipeline;

[0015] And / or, a second check member is provided on the second pipeline.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the washing device provided by the present invention, the washing device also includes a connecting water pipe, the upper end of the connecting water pipe is connected to the lowest point of the washing chamber, the lower end of the connecting water pipe is connected to the first chamber, and a drain valve is provided between the connecting water pipe and the washing chamber.

[0017] As a preferred embodiment of the washing device provided by the present invention, a spray structure is provided in the shoe washing chamber, and the spray structure is selectively connected to the first water channel or the second water channel.

[0018] As a preferred solution of the washing device provided by the present invention, a rotatable wheel is provided at the bottom of the shoe washing chamber, and a brush assembly is provided on the inner wall of the shoe washing chamber;

[0019] Alternatively, a rotatable shaft is provided at the bottom of the shoe washing chamber, and a brush assembly is provided on the shaft.

[0020] As a preferred embodiment of the washing device provided by the present invention, the washing device comprises a body, a mounting cavity is arranged on the body, a drawer box which can be pulled out and opened is arranged in the mounting cavity, and the drawer box defines the shoe washing chamber.

[0021] As a preferred solution of the washing device provided by the present invention, the filtering device includes a plurality of filtering layers arranged in sequence, and the filtering accuracy of the plurality of filtering layers increases in sequence along the water flow direction.

[0022] As a preferred embodiment of the washing device provided by the present invention, the washing device further comprises a water inlet pipe for a shoe washing area, and the water inlet pipe for the shoe washing area is configured to be connected to and disconnected from an external water supply device.

[0023] Beneficial effects of the present invention:

[0024] The present invention provides a washing device, which has both laundry and shoe washing functions. When the laundry process is completed in the laundry chamber, the washing water is discharged from the laundry chamber, and the water quality detection element can detect the turbidity of the discharged washing water to determine whether the washing water discharged from the laundry chamber can be directly passed into the shoe washing chamber to wash the shoes. When the detected turbidity is lower than a preset value, the washing water discharged from the laundry chamber is directly passed into the shoe washing chamber through a first waterway; when the detected turbidity is not lower than the preset value, the washing water discharged from the laundry chamber is passed into the shoe washing chamber through a second waterway, during which the washing water is filtered and purified by a filter device arranged in the second waterway, and the turbidity of the washing water is reduced, so that the washing water meets the requirements of shoe washing, and the washing water is prevented from being too dirty and affecting the shoe washing effect. In the washing device, the water in the laundry chamber can enter the shoe washing chamber for reuse, saving water resources. Moreover, since the washing device has both laundry and shoe washing functions, it is highly practical, and users do not need to separately set up laundry equipment and shoe washing equipment, reducing the space occupied in the house and improving the user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of a washing device provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the connection between the laundry chamber and the shoe washing chamber provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] In the figure:

[0028] 1. Washing chamber; 2. Shoe washing chamber; 3. Water quality detection element; 4. Filter device; 5. Water storage chamber; 6. First pipeline; 7. Second pipeline; 8. Connecting water pipe; 9. Drain valve; 10. Machine body; 20. Outer drum; 30. Drum; 40. Base;

[0029] 21. Brush assembly;

[0030] 51. first chamber; 52. second chamber; 53. baffle; 54. fixing plate;

[0031] 61. The first anti-return member;

[0032] 71. The second anti-return member. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0033] The present invention will be further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It is to be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention, rather than to limit the present invention. It should also be noted that, for ease of description, only parts related to the present invention, rather than all structures, are shown in the accompanying drawings.

[0034] In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected", "connected", and "fixed" 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, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0035] In the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include that the first and second features are in direct contact, or may include that the first and second features are not in direct contact but are in contact through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above", "above" and "above" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly above and obliquely above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below", "below" and "below" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly below and obliquely below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0036] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right" and other directions or positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of description and simplification of operation, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operate in a specific direction, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used to distinguish in the description and have no special meaning.

[0037] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, this embodiment provides a washing device, including a washing chamber 1 and a shoe washing chamber 2. A water quality detection element 3, a first water channel and a second water channel are arranged between the washing chamber 1 and the shoe washing chamber 2, and a filter device 4 is arranged in the second water channel.

[0038] The water quality detection element 3 is used to detect the turbidity of the washing water discharged from the washing chamber 1. When the turbidity is lower than a preset value, the washing water discharged from the washing chamber 1 is passed into the shoe washing chamber 2 through the first waterway. When the turbidity is not lower than (i.e., equal to or higher than) the preset value, the washing water discharged from the washing chamber 1 is passed into the shoe washing chamber 2 through the second waterway. The water flow in the second waterway can be filtered and purified by the filtering device 4.

[0039] The washing device provided in this embodiment has both the functions of washing clothes and washing shoes. When the washing process is completed in the washing chamber 1, the washing water is discharged from the washing chamber 1. The water quality detection element 3 can detect the turbidity of the discharged washing water to determine whether the washing water discharged from the washing chamber 1 can be directly passed into the shoe washing chamber 2 to wash shoes. When the detected turbidity is lower than the preset value, the washing water discharged from the washing chamber 1 is directly passed into the shoe washing chamber 2 through the first waterway; when the detected turbidity is not lower than the preset value, the washing water discharged from the washing chamber 1 is passed into the shoe washing chamber 2 through the second waterway. During this period, the washing water is filtered and purified by the filter device 4 provided in the second waterway to reduce the turbidity of the washing water, so that the washing water meets the requirements of shoe washing, and avoids the washing water being too dirty and affecting the shoe washing effect. In the washing device, the water in the washing chamber 1 can enter the shoe washing chamber 2 for reuse, saving water resources. Moreover, since the washing device has both washing and shoe washing functions, it is very practical. Users do not need to set up separate washing and shoe washing devices, which reduces the space occupied in the house and improves the user experience.

[0040] The washing device also includes a control module, which is communicatively connected to the water quality detection component 3 and can obtain the turbidity value detected by the water quality detection component 3. When the turbidity is greater than or equal to a preset value, the control module controls the first water circuit to be closed and the second water circuit to be connected, so that the washing water is filtered by the filter device 4 in the second water circuit and then passes into the shoe washing chamber 2; when the turbidity is less than the preset value, the control module controls the first water circuit to be connected and the second water circuit to be closed, so that the washing water passes into the shoe washing chamber 2 through the first water circuit.

[0041] Optionally, the water quality detection component 3 includes a water quality sensor, and the control module is communicatively connected to the water quality sensor.

[0042] The washing device in this embodiment takes a drum washing machine as an example. The drum washing machine comprises a body 10, an outer drum 20 and a drum 30 located inside the body 10. The outer drum 20 is connected to a water inlet pipe, and the outer drum 20 defines a washing chamber 1 for containing washing water. The drum 30 is rotatably located inside the outer drum 20 for containing laundry.

[0043] The bottom of the machine body 10 is provided with a base 40, and a mounting cavity is provided on the base 40. A drawer box that can be pulled out and opened is provided in the mounting cavity, and the drawer box defines a shoe washing chamber 2. The drawer box can be opened by pulling out, so that the shoes to be washed can be put into the shoe washing chamber 2 for washing. The upper end opening of the drawer box is the shoe delivery port, which is larger in size and more convenient for taking and putting shoes.

[0044] like Figure 1As shown, the outer drum 20 is located above the base 40. That is, the washing chamber 1 is located directly above the shoe-washing chamber 2, so that the washing water in the washing chamber 1 can flow to the shoe-washing chamber 2 under its own gravity. Of course, a water pump can also be provided between the washing chamber 1 and the shoe-washing chamber 2, and the water pump pumps the washing water into the shoe-washing chamber 2 through the first water path or the second water path.

[0045] See also Figure 2 The washing device further comprises a water storage chamber 5, in which a first chamber 51 and a second chamber 52 are separated and can be switched on and off, and the first chamber 51 is located above the second chamber 52. The first chamber 51 is connected to the washing chamber 1 and can be switched on and off, and the water quality detection element 3 is arranged in the first chamber 51. The first water circuit comprises a first pipe 6 connected between the first chamber 51 and the shoe washing chamber 2; the second water circuit comprises a second chamber 52 and a second pipe 7 connected between the second chamber 52 and the shoe washing chamber 2, and the filter device 4 is arranged in the second chamber 52.

[0046] After the washing is completed in the washing chamber 1, the washing water is discharged into the first chamber 51, and the water quality detection element 3 in the first chamber 51 detects the turbidity of the washing water. If the turbidity is lower than the preset value, the control module controls the first pipeline 6 to be connected, and the first chamber 51 and the second chamber 52 are blocked, so that the washing water in the first chamber 51 passes into the shoe washing chamber 2 through the first pipeline 6. If the turbidity of the washing water is equal to or higher than the preset value, the control module controls the first pipeline 6 to be blocked, the second pipeline 7 to be connected, and the first chamber 51 and the second chamber 52 are connected, so that the washing water in the first chamber 51 enters the second chamber 52, and after being filtered by the filter device 4 in the second chamber 52, enters the shoe washing chamber 2 through the second pipeline 7.

[0047] In this embodiment, the first chamber 51 can temporarily store the washing water discharged from the washing chamber 1 to facilitate the water quality detection element 3 to perform detection.

[0048] Optionally, in order to realize the connection and disconnection between the first chamber 51 and the second chamber 52, a movable baffle 53 is provided between the first chamber 51 and the second chamber 52, and the baffle 53 has an open state connecting the first chamber 51 and the second chamber 52 and a closed state separating the first chamber 51 and the second chamber 52. Figure 2 A fixing plate 54 is provided in the water storage chamber 5, and the water quality detection element 3 is provided on the fixing plate 54. The fixing plate 54 has a first chamber 51 above it and a second chamber 52 below it. A water outlet is defined between the fixing plate 54 and the inner wall of the water storage chamber 5, and the movable baffle 53 is provided at the water outlet, and the baffle 53 can be switched between a position of opening the water outlet and a position of closing the water outlet.

[0049] For example, the baffle 53 is slidably connected to the fixed plate 54 to slide open or close the water outlet. Alternatively, the baffle 53 is rotatably connected to the fixed plate 54, in which case a certain interval can be provided between the filter device 4 and the baffle 53, so that the baffle 53 can be rotated downward to open the water outlet.

[0050] Furthermore, the washing device further comprises a driving device for driving the movement of the baffle 53. If the baffle 53 is a sliding type, the driving device may be a hydraulic cylinder, a linear motor, or a combination of a rotary motor and a gear rack, etc., as long as it can drive the baffle 53 to slide. If the baffle 53 is a rotating opening type, the driving device may be a rotary motor.

[0051] The control module is in communication connection with the driving device, and controls the driving device to be turned on or off after obtaining the turbidity information detected by the water quality detection element 3.

[0052] Optionally, a first check member 61 is provided on the first pipeline 6 to prevent the water in the shoe-washing chamber 2 from flowing back to the first chamber 51 through the first pipeline 6. A second check member 71 is provided on the second pipeline 7 to prevent the water in the shoe-washing chamber 2 from flowing back to the second chamber 52 through the second pipeline 7.

[0053] Exemplarily, the first check member 61 is a first check valve, and the second check member 71 is a second check valve. Both the first check valve and the second check valve are communicatively connected to the control module, and the control module can control the opening and closing of the first check valve and the second check valve to connect or disconnect the first pipeline 6 and the second pipeline 7.

[0054] See also Figure 2 The washing device also includes a connecting water pipe 8. The upper end of the connecting water pipe 8 is connected to the lowest point of the washing chamber 1, the lower end of the connecting water pipe 8 is connected to the first chamber 51, and a drain valve 9 is arranged between the connecting water pipe 8 and the washing chamber 1. The drain valve 9 is connected to the control module in communication. Since the upper end of the connecting water pipe 8 is connected to the lowest point of the washing chamber 1 (i.e., the lowest point of the outer drum 20), the washing water in the washing chamber 1 can all flow out to avoid the washing water remaining in the washing chamber 1. During the washing process, the control module controls the drain valve 9 to close; when the washing in the washing chamber 1 is completed, the control module controls the drain valve 9 to open, so that the washing water in the washing chamber 1 passes into the first chamber 51 through the connecting water pipe 8, so as to complete the water quality detection in the first chamber 51, and after the detection, according to whether the water turbidity meets the requirements of shoe washing, it is selected to enter the shoe washing chamber 2 through the first waterway or through the second waterway.

[0055] Optionally, a spray structure is provided in the shoe washing chamber 2, and the spray structure is selectively connected to the first water path or the second water path. The spray structure is used to spray high-pressure water to wash away dirt on the shoes, or to wash away residual washing foam on the shoes at the end of washing.

[0056] Specifically, a first guide pipe is connected between the spray structure and the first pipeline 6, and a first valve is arranged in the first guide pipe; a second guide pipe is connected between the spray structure and the second pipeline 7, and a second valve is arranged in the second guide pipe. When the first pipeline 6 is connected, the control module can control the first valve to open and the second valve to close, so that a part of the washing water in the first pipeline 6 flows to the spray structure through the first guide pipe and can be sprayed out through the spray structure. When the second pipeline 7 is connected, the control module can control the second valve to open and the first valve to close, so that a part of the washing water in the second pipeline 7 flows to the spray structure through the second guide pipe and can be sprayed out through the spray structure.

[0057] In some embodiments, a rotatable wheel (similar to the pulsator of a pulsator washing machine) is disposed at the bottom of the shoe washing chamber 2, and a brush assembly 21 (see Figure 1 When the wheel rotates, the water flow in the shoe washing chamber 2 can be rotated, thereby driving the shoes to move with the water flow, and during the movement, the shoes rub against the brush assembly 21 on the inner wall of the chamber to remove dirt on the surface of the shoes.

[0058] In some embodiments, a rotatable shaft is provided at the bottom of the shoe-washing chamber 2, and a brush assembly 21 is provided on the shaft. The brush assembly 21 rotates with the shaft and rubs against the surface of the shoe to clean the dirt.

[0059] Exemplarily, a wheel and a rotating shaft can be provided at the same time, the wheel is driven by a rotating drive member (such as a rotating motor), and the rotating shaft is coaxially connected to the wheel. When the wheel rotates driven by the rotating drive member, the shoes rub against the brush assembly 21 on the inner wall of the shoe washing chamber 2 and the brush assembly 21 on the rotating shaft, thereby effectively removing dirt.

[0060] Alternatively, in other embodiments, an ultrasonic cleaner may be provided in the shoe washing chamber 2, and the ultrasonic cleaner is communicatively connected to the control module, and after the shoe washing program is started, the ultrasonic cleaner is started to clean the shoes through ultrasonic waves.

[0061] Optionally, the washing device further includes a water inlet pipe for a shoe washing area, and the water inlet pipe for the shoe washing area is configured to be connected to an external water supply device in an on-off manner. The external water supply device can directly introduce clean water into the shoe washing chamber 2 through the water inlet pipe for the shoe washing area to wash the shoes. That is, when washing is not done, the shoe washing chamber 2 can also be used alone to wash shoes. In this case, clean water can be directly introduced into the shoe washing chamber 2 through the external water supply device, and the washing water in the washing chamber 1 does not need to be used, which provides a better experience.

[0062] Furthermore, the shoe washing chamber 2 is also connected to a drain pipe for discharging sewage after shoe washing.

[0063] Optionally, the filter device 4 includes a plurality of filter layers arranged in sequence, and the filter accuracy of the plurality of filter layers increases in sequence along the water flow direction, so as to grade and filter the washing water, improve the cleanliness of the washing water, and ensure that the washing water in the second pipeline 7 meets the requirements for washing shoes. The plurality of filter layers may include a filter screen, a filter membrane, an adsorption layer, etc. The filter screen and the filter membrane can filter the impurity particles in the washing water, and the adsorption layer can adsorb the dirt in the washing water, and the adsorption layer may include activated carbon.

[0064] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, various obvious changes, readjustments and substitutions can be made without departing from the protection scope of the present invention. It is not necessary and impossible to list all the embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the protection scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A washing device, characterized in that: It comprises a laundry chamber (1) and a shoe-washing chamber (2); a water quality detection element (3), a first water channel and a second water channel are arranged between the laundry chamber (1) and the shoe-washing chamber (2); a filtering device (4) is arranged in the second water channel; The water quality detection element (3) is used to detect the turbidity of the washing water discharged from the washing chamber (1); when the turbidity is lower than a preset value, the washing water discharged from the washing chamber (1) is passed into the shoe washing chamber (2) through the first water path; and when the turbidity is not lower than the preset value, the washing water discharged from the washing chamber (1) is passed into the shoe washing chamber (2) through the second water path.

2. The washing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The washing device further comprises a water storage chamber (5), wherein the water storage chamber (5) is divided into a first chamber (51) and a second chamber (52) which can be switched on and off, the first chamber (51) being connected to the washing chamber (1) in a switchable manner, and the water quality detection element (3) being arranged in the first chamber (51); The first water circuit comprises a first pipe (6) connected between the first chamber (51) and the shoe washing chamber (2); The second water circuit comprises the second chamber (52) and a second pipe (7) connected between the second chamber (52) and the shoe washing chamber (2), and the filtering device (4) is arranged in the second chamber (52).

3. The washing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: A movable baffle (53) is provided between the first chamber (51) and the second chamber (52), and the baffle (53) has an open state connecting the first chamber (51) and the second chamber (52) and a closed state separating the first chamber (51) and the second chamber (52).

4. The washing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first pipeline (6) is provided with a first anti-return component (61); And / or, a second non-return member (71) is provided on the second pipeline (7).

5. The washing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The washing device further comprises a connecting water pipe (8), the upper end of the connecting water pipe (8) being connected to the lowest point of the washing chamber (1), the lower end of the connecting water pipe (8) being connected to the first chamber (51), and a drain valve (9) being provided between the connecting water pipe (8) and the washing chamber (1).

6. The washing device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: A spray structure is arranged in the shoe washing chamber (2), and the spray structure is selectively connected to the first water channel or the second water channel.

7. The washing device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: A rotatable wheel is provided at the bottom of the shoe-washing chamber (2), and a brush assembly (21) is provided on the inner wall of the shoe-washing chamber (2); Alternatively, a rotatable shaft is provided at the bottom of the shoe-washing chamber (2), and a brush assembly (21) is provided on the shaft.

8. The washing device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The washing device comprises a machine body (10), wherein the machine body (10) is provided with a mounting cavity, wherein a drawer box which can be pulled out and opened is provided in the mounting cavity, and wherein the drawer box defines the shoe washing chamber (2).

9. The washing device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The filtering device (4) comprises a plurality of filtering layers arranged in sequence, and the filtering accuracy of the plurality of filtering layers increases in sequence along the water flow direction.

10. The washing device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The washing device further comprises a water inlet pipe for a shoe washing area, wherein the water inlet pipe for the shoe washing area is configured to be connected to and disconnected from an external water supply device.

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