Ice-making pure-drinking machine, control method, device, equipment, storage medium and product thereof
By using a shared filtration system and real-time water level monitoring in the two water tanks of the ice maker and water purifier, the problem of the lack of water purification function in ice-making equipment is solved, realizing the integration of water purification and ice making, and improving user convenience and water quality safety.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202411751524.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-29
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-21
- Estimated Expiration
- 2044-11-29
AI Technical Summary
Existing ice-making equipment lacks filtration and water purification functions, requiring users to use it in conjunction with water purification equipment, which leads to health risks and inconvenience.
The ice maker and water purifier uses two water tanks sharing a single filtration system. By monitoring the water level in real time, it ensures timely replenishment of purified water. The controller switches between different working modes based on the water level, including standby, water production, and automatic flushing.
It integrates water purification and ice making, improving user convenience and satisfaction, ensuring water quality safety, timely detecting and alerting to faults, and saving energy and protecting the environment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of drinking water equipment technology, and in particular to ice-making and water purifiers and their control methods, devices, equipment, storage media and products. Background Technology
[0002] Ice-making equipment provides the convenience of making ice cubes anytime, anywhere. It is not only hygienic and economical, but also allows for the flexible production of ice cubes of different sizes according to needs, thus improving the quality of life.
[0003] Currently, ice-making equipment often lacks filtration and water purification mechanisms, requiring users to use it in conjunction with water purification equipment to avoid potential health problems caused by directly using unpurified water for ice making. Summary of the Invention
[0004] This application aims to address at least one of the technical problems existing in the related art. To this end, this application proposes a control method for an ice maker and water purifier, in which the two water tanks of the ice maker and water purifier share a single filtration system. By real-time detection of the water level in the two water tanks, water can be replenished in a timely manner, improving the convenience and satisfaction of users when using the water purifier.
[0005] This application also proposes a control device for an ice-making and water-purifying machine, an ice-making and water-purifying machine, electronic equipment, a storage medium, and a program product.
[0006] The control method for an ice-making and water-purifying machine according to an embodiment of the first aspect of this application is applied to a controller included in the ice-making and water-purifying machine. The ice-making and water-purifying machine further includes a filtration module, an ice-making module, a heating module, a purified water tank, and a cold water tank. The purified water tank is connected to the cold water tank. The heating module is used to heat the water in the purified water tank. The ice-making module is used to make ice using the water in the cold water tank. The filtration module is used to purify the water source entering from the water inlet of the water purifier and store the purified water source in the purified water tank. The control method for the ice-making and water-purifying machine includes: acquiring a first water level state of the purified water tank and a second water level state of the cold water tank; the first water level state is used to indicate whether the purified water tank is full, and the second water level state is used to indicate whether the cold water tank is full; if it is determined based on the first water level state and the second water level state that both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full, the ice-making and water-purifying machine is controlled to enter a standby state; if it is determined based on the first water level state and the second water level state that at least one of the purified water tank and the cold water tank is not full, the ice-making and water-purifying machine is controlled to enter a water-making state.
[0007] According to the control method of the ice maker and water purifier according to the embodiments of this application, the ice maker and water purifier share a set of filtration systems for two water tanks, so that users can obtain clean ice cubes while drinking clean water; by real-time detection of the water level in the two water tanks, water can be replenished in time, improving the convenience and satisfaction of users when using the water purifier.
[0008] According to one embodiment of this application, the water system of the ice maker and water purifier includes a purified water pipeline, on which a filter module, a booster pump, and an inlet solenoid valve are installed. After the ice maker and water purifier are controlled to enter the water production state, the method further includes: when the ice maker and water purifier are in the water production state, controlling the booster pump and the inlet solenoid valve to open to produce water, and starting a timer; if the water production time exceeds a first time threshold, and the purified water tank and the cold water tank are still not evenly filled with water, then a fault prompt is issued, and the load of the ice maker and water purifier is controlled to stop working.
[0009] According to one embodiment of this application, after controlling the booster pump and the water inlet solenoid valve to open for water production and starting the timer, the method further includes: if both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full of water and the water production time is less than a second time threshold, then controlling the ice maker to enter a standby state; if both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full of water and the water production time is greater than or equal to the second time threshold, then controlling the ice maker to enter an automatic flushing state; wherein, the first time threshold is greater than the second time threshold.
[0010] According to one embodiment of this application, the filtration module includes a wastewater solenoid valve; after controlling the ice maker and water purifier to enter the automatic flushing state, the method further includes: when the ice maker and water purifier is in the first stage of the automatic flushing state, controlling the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve and the wastewater solenoid valve to close; when the ice maker and water purifier is in the second stage of the automatic flushing state, controlling the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve and the wastewater solenoid valve to open, flushing is performed within the first flushing duration, and the water level status of the clean water tank and the cold water tank is monitored; wherein, the first stage of the automatic flushing state precedes the second stage of the automatic flushing state.
[0011] According to one embodiment of this application, the water system of the ice maker and water purifier includes a purified water pipeline, on which a filter module, a booster pump, and an inlet solenoid valve are installed; the filter module includes a wastewater solenoid valve; after controlling the ice maker and water purifier to enter a standby state, the method further includes: controlling the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve to close while the ice maker and water purifier are in the standby state; if it is detected that the ice maker and water purifier has produced water within a preset time period before the standby state, then controlling the ice maker and water purifier to enter an enhanced flushing state.
[0012] According to one embodiment of this application, the control method for the ice maker and water purifier further includes: controlling the load of the ice maker and water purifier to shut down during the first stage of powering on the ice maker and water purifier; controlling the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve to shut down during the second stage of powering on the ice maker and water purifier; and controlling the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve to open during the third stage of powering on the ice maker and water purifier for flushing, and monitoring the water level status of the purified water tank and the cold water tank; wherein the first stage of powering on occurs before the second stage of powering on, and the third stage of powering on occurs after the second stage of powering on.
[0013] According to one embodiment of this application, after the ice maker and water purifier enter the enhanced rinsing state, the method further includes: controlling the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve to close during the first stage of the enhanced rinsing state; and controlling the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve to open during the second stage of the enhanced rinsing state, performing rinsing during the second rinsing duration, and monitoring the water level status of the purified water tank and the cold water tank; wherein the first stage of the enhanced rinsing state precedes the second stage of the enhanced rinsing state.
[0014] According to one embodiment of this application, the filtration module includes a leak protector and at least one filter element; the control method of the ice maker water purifier further includes: controlling the water source entering from the water inlet of the water purifier to pass through the leak protector; if the leak protector detects normal operation, controlling the water source to enter the purified water tank after passing through at least one filter element; if the leak protector detects leakage, cutting off the water source to the purified water tank and issuing a leakage fault prompt.
[0015] According to a second aspect embodiment of this application, a control device for an ice-making and water-purifying machine is deployed in a controller included in the ice-making and water-purifying machine. The ice-making and water-purifying machine further includes a filtration module, an ice-making module, a heating module, a purified water tank, and a cold water tank; the purified water tank is connected to the cold water tank; the heating module is used to heat the water in the purified water tank; the ice-making module is used to make ice using the water in the cold water tank; the filtration module is used to purify the water source entering from the water inlet of the water purifier and store the purified water source in the purified water tank; the control device for the ice-making and water-purifying machine includes: a water level status acquisition module. The system is used to obtain the first water level status of the purified water tank and the second water level status of the cold water tank; the first water level status is used to indicate whether the purified water tank is full and the second water level status is used to indicate whether the cold water tank is full; the standby status module is used to control the ice maker and water purifier to enter the standby status if it is determined based on the first water level status and the second water level status that both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full; the water production status module is used to control the ice maker and water purifier to enter the water production status if it is determined based on the first water level status and the second water level status that at least one of the purified water tank and the cold water tank is not full.
[0016] An ice-making and water purifier according to a third aspect of this application includes a controller, a filter module, an ice-making module, a heating module, a purified water tank, and a cold water tank; the purified water tank is connected to the cold water tank; the heating module is used to heat the water in the purified water tank; the ice-making module is used to make ice using the water in the cold water tank; the filter module is used to purify the water source entering from the water inlet of the water purifier and store the purified water source in the purified water tank; the controller is used to execute the control method of any of the above-described ice-making and water purifiers.
[0017] An electronic device according to a fourth aspect of this application includes a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor. When the processor executes the computer program, it implements a control method for any of the ice-making and water-purifying machines described above.
[0018] According to a fifth aspect embodiment of the present application, a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium stores a computer program thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implements the control method of any of the ice-making and water purifiers described above.
[0019] A computer program product according to a sixth aspect of this application includes a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements a control method for any of the ice-making and water purifiers described above.
[0020] The above-described one or more technical solutions in the embodiments of this application have at least one of the following technical effects:
[0021] The ice maker and water purifier share a single filtration system for its two water tanks. This system filters household water to produce purified water for the machine to use for ice making, cooling, and heating. Real-time monitoring of the water level in both tanks allows for timely replenishment, enhancing user convenience and satisfaction.
[0022] Furthermore, the ice maker and water purifier enter different state modes according to the water level status. Different state modes correspond to different control logics in the water circuit system, such as the booster pump and solenoid valve, to support the functionality of different state modes.
[0023] Furthermore, a fault detection mechanism is set up so that users can be promptly notified to take action when a fault is detected in the water tank or a leak occurs at the water inlet.
[0024] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description
[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments or related technologies of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0026] Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method for the ice-making and water purifier provided in the embodiments of this application.
[0027] Figure 2 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the ice-making and water purifier provided in the embodiments of this application.
[0028] Figure 3 This is the second structural schematic diagram of the ice-making and water purifier provided in the embodiments of this application.
[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the electrical control system in the ice maker and water purifier provided in this application embodiment.
[0030] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the control device for the ice-making and water purifier provided in the embodiments of this application.
[0031] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the physical structure of the electronic device provided in the embodiments of this application. Detailed Implementation
[0032] The embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this application, but should not be used to limit the scope of this application.
[0033] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0034] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0035] In the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0036] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.
[0037] This application provides a control method for an ice-making and water purifier. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 1-2 , Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method for the ice-making and water purifier provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the ice-making and water purifier provided in the embodiments of this application.
[0038] The control method for the ice maker and water purifier can be applied to the controller included in the ice maker and water purifier. Specifically, the ice maker and water purifier may also include a filter module 210, an ice-making module 220, a heating module 230, a purified water tank 240, and a cold water tank 250.
[0039] The water purification tank 240 is connected to the cold water tank 250; the heating module 230 is used to heat the water in the water purification tank 240; the ice making module 220 is used to make ice using the water in the cold water tank 250; and the filtration module 210 is used to purify the water source entering from the water inlet of the water purifier and store the purified water source in the water purification tank 240.
[0040] Water in the purified water tank 240 can overflow into the cold water tank 250, which is connected to the cold water outlet of the water purifier to provide cold water to the user. After passing through the heating module 230, the purified water tank 240 is connected to the hot water outlet of the water purifier to provide hot water to the user. After passing through the ice-making module 220, the cold water tank 250 is connected to the ice outlet of the water purifier to provide ice to the user.
[0041] The purified water is first added to the clean water tank 240. When the clean water tank 240 reaches its full level, if the cold water tank 250 has not yet reached its full level, water continues to be added. The water level in the clean water tank 240 continues to rise to the overflow port and flows into the cold water tank 250 until the cold water tank 250 also reaches its full level, at which point the water addition stops.
[0042] In this embodiment, the control method for the ice-making and water purifier may include steps 110 to 130, the specific steps of which are as follows:
[0043] Step 110: Obtain the first water level status of the purified water tank and the second water level status of the cold water tank; the first water level status is used to indicate whether the purified water tank is full, and the second water level status is used to indicate whether the cold water tank is full.
[0044] Step 120: If it is determined that both the clean water tank and the cold water tank are full based on the first water level status and the second water level status, control the ice maker and water purifier to enter the standby state.
[0045] Step 130: If it is determined based on the first water level status and the second water level status that at least one of the clean water tank and the cold water tank is not full, control the ice maker and water purifier to enter the water production state.
[0046] In this embodiment, the ice-making and water purifier includes two water tanks: a purified water tank and a cold water tank. The water level in the tanks can be detected by sensors. For example, float sensors, capacitive sensors, ultrasonic sensors, and pressure sensors can be used.
[0047] The float sensor utilizes the principle of buoyancy. A float is installed inside the water tank, and it rises and falls with changes in the water level. A switch is connected to the float; when the float reaches the preset water level, the switch is triggered, the device receives the signal, and controls the corresponding operation.
[0048] A capacitive sensor detects water level by measuring changes in the capacitance of the water in a tank. The conductivity of water causes changes in capacitance, and the sensor determines the water level based on these changes.
[0049] An ultrasonic sensor emits ultrasonic pulses into a water tank, and the water level is calculated by measuring the time it takes for the ultrasonic waves to reflect back to the sensor. Ultrasonic waves travel at different speeds in water and air, allowing for precise water level measurement.
[0050] A pressure sensor is installed at the bottom of the water tank and calculates the water level by measuring the pressure exerted by the water on the sensor. The water pressure increases as the water level rises, and the sensor determines the water level based on the pressure change.
[0051] For example, when using a float sensor, each water tank is equipped with two floats of the same height. If one of the floats detects a high water level, it means the water tank is full; otherwise, it means the water tank is short of water.
[0052] Furthermore, when the water level in the tank is detected to meet the preset water level, the tank is determined to be full, and the ice maker and water purifier can enter standby mode. If the water level in the tank is detected to be below the preset water level, the tank is determined to be low on water, and the ice maker and water purifier need to enter water production mode.
[0053] Standby mode and water purification mode refer to two states of the device under different operating modes. Standby mode refers to the state of the ice maker and water purifier when it is not purifying water. At this time, the device is in a low-power mode, and most functions and components are stopped or in hibernation. Water purification mode refers to the state of the ice maker and water purifier when it is purifying water. At this time, the device's power module and other functional modules are active to ensure the supply of high-quality drinking water.
[0054] The above embodiments of this application provide a control method for an ice maker and water purifier. The ice maker and water purifier share a filtration system for its two water tanks. The filtration system filters domestic water to obtain purified water for the machine to make ice, cool water, and heat water. By real-time detection of the water level in the two water tanks, water can be replenished in a timely manner, improving the convenience and satisfaction of users when using the water purifier.
[0055] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the ice maker and water purifier can be controlled to enter different state modes according to the water level. Different state modes correspond to different control logics of the booster pump and solenoid valve in the water circuit system, so as to support the functionality of different state modes.
[0056] In some embodiments, the water system of the ice maker and water purifier may include a purified water pipeline. Further, the water system of the ice maker and water purifier may also include a water storage pipeline, an ice-making and cooling water pipeline, and a water outlet pipeline.
[0057] The water system ensures a smooth and safe process from the water source to the final drinking water in the ice maker and water purifier. Specifically, the purified water pipeline leads the water source to the filtration module, the storage pipeline stores the purified water in the internal purified water tank, the ice-making chilled water pipeline leads the water from the chilled water tank to the cooling / ice-making module, and the outlet pipeline delivers hot water, ice, or cold water to the outlet of the ice maker and water purifier for direct drinking or use by the user.
[0058] The water purification pipeline is equipped with a filter module, a booster pump, and an inlet solenoid valve; after controlling the ice maker and water purifier to enter the water purification state, the method also includes:
[0059] When the ice maker and water purifier are in water production mode, control the booster pump and the water inlet solenoid valve to open to produce water and start the timer.
[0060] Then, based on the water levels in the clean water tank and cold water tank, as well as the timer duration, a logical judgment is made, such as executing at least one of the following scenarios:
[0061] 1) If the water production time exceeds the first time threshold and the water tank and cold water tank are still not filled with water evenly, a fault prompt will be issued and the load of the ice maker and water purifier will stop working.
[0062] 2) If both the clean water tank and the cold water tank are full, and the water production time is less than the second time threshold, then the ice maker and water purifier will enter standby mode.
[0063] 3) If both the clean water tank and the cold water tank are full, and the water production time is greater than or equal to the second time threshold, then the ice maker and water purifier will enter the automatic flushing state.
[0064] Among them, the first duration threshold is greater than the second duration threshold.
[0065] This embodiment describes the operating mode during water production. In water production mode, the booster pump and inlet solenoid valve open, initiating water production and timing. For example, if both water tanks are full, and the water production time is greater than or equal to a second time threshold (e.g., 3 minutes), the machine enters automatic flushing mode; otherwise, it enters standby mode. Optionally, automatic flushing may occur after a certain standby time (e.g., 1 hour). If water production continues for 60 minutes and both tanks are still low on water, the ice maker and water purifier are considered to have a water production failure. In this case, the machine reports a water production timeout fault, and all loads stop working, awaiting further inspection by the user.
[0066] Based on any of the above embodiments, the filtration module includes a wastewater solenoid valve; after controlling the ice-making and water purifier to enter the automatic flushing state, the method further includes:
[0067] During the first stage of the automatic rinsing process of the ice maker and water purifier, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are closed. During the second stage of the automatic rinsing process, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are opened to perform rinsing within the first rinsing duration and monitor the water levels in the clean water tank and cold water tank. The first stage of the automatic rinsing process occurs before the second stage of the automatic rinsing process.
[0068] This embodiment describes the automatic flushing mode. For example, the automatic flushing duration can be 40 seconds. The first 30 seconds constitute the first stage, during which the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are closed. After 30 seconds, the second stage begins, with the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve opening to initiate flushing. The second stage lasts for the first flushing duration (e.g., 10 seconds). After the second stage ends, if both water tanks are full, the unit enters standby mode; otherwise, it enters water production mode.
[0069] Based on any of the above embodiments, the water system of the ice maker and water purifier includes a purified water pipeline, on which a filter module, a booster pump, and an inlet solenoid valve are installed; the filter module includes a wastewater solenoid valve; after controlling the ice maker and water purifier to enter standby mode, the method further includes:
[0070] When the ice maker and water purifier are in standby mode, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are closed. If it is detected that the ice maker and water purifier has produced water within a preset time period before the standby mode, the ice maker and water purifier are controlled to enter the enhanced flushing mode.
[0071] In this embodiment, the standby operating mode is described. In standby mode, if one of the two water tanks is low on water, the entire unit enters water production mode. In standby mode, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are closed. After 24 hours, if water has been produced previously, the entire unit enters enhanced automatic flushing mode; if no water has been produced in the previous 24 hours, it continues to be in standby mode.
[0072] Based on any of the above embodiments, the control method for the ice-making and water-purifying machine further includes:
[0073] During the first stage of powering on the ice maker and water purifier, the load of the ice maker and water purifier is shut off. During the second stage of powering on the ice maker and water purifier, the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve are shut off. During the third stage of powering on the ice maker and water purifier, the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve are opened for flushing, and the water level status of the clean water tank and the cold water tank is monitored. The first stage of powering on occurs before the second stage of powering on, and the third stage of powering on occurs after the second stage of powering on.
[0074] This embodiment describes the operating mode of the power-on state, which can include three stages. For example, the power-on state can last for 28 seconds. In the first stage after power-on, all loads are turned off, and this stage lasts for 3 seconds. After 3 seconds, power-on flushing (i.e., the second and third stages) begins. Following the first stage, the second stage begins, during which the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are closed. The second stage lasts for 5 seconds, after which the third stage begins. In the third stage, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve open, initiating flushing. The third stage lasts for 20 seconds. If both water tanks are full, the entire unit enters standby mode; otherwise, it enters water production mode.
[0075] Based on any of the above embodiments, after the ice-making and water-purifying machine enters the enhanced rinsing state, the method further includes:
[0076] During the first stage of the enhanced rinsing process of the ice maker and water purifier, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are closed. During the second stage of the enhanced rinsing process, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are opened to perform rinsing during the second rinsing duration, while monitoring the water levels in the clean water tank and cold water tank. The first stage of the enhanced rinsing process occurs before the second stage of the enhanced rinsing process.
[0077] This embodiment describes an enhanced flushing mode. For example, the enhanced flushing duration can be 90 seconds. The first 30 seconds constitute the first stage, during which the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are closed. After 30 seconds, the second stage begins, with the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve opening to initiate flushing. The second stage lasts for the second flushing duration (e.g., 60 seconds). After the second stage ends, if both water tanks are full, the unit enters standby mode; otherwise, it enters water production mode.
[0078] It should be noted that the enhanced flushing state has a stronger flushing effect than the automatic flushing state. Therefore, the duration of the second stage of the enhanced flushing state needs to be longer than the duration of the second stage of the automatic flushing state, that is, the second flushing time is longer than the first flushing time.
[0079] Based on any of the above embodiments, the filtration module includes a leak protector and at least one filter element; the control method for the ice maker and water purifier further includes:
[0080] The system controls the water source entering the water purifier through the inlet to pass through the leak protector. If the leak protector detects a normal flow, the water source passes through at least one filter cartridge before entering the purified water tank. If the leak protector detects a leak, the system cuts off the water supply to the purified water tank and issues a leak fault warning.
[0081] In this embodiment, the filtration module may include at least one filter element, and different filter elements can achieve their specific functions and filtration effects. For example, the types of filter elements include, but are not limited to, PP cotton filter elements (polypropylene melt-blown filter elements), activated carbon filter elements, ultrafiltration membrane filter elements (UF), reverse osmosis filter elements (RO), ceramic filter elements, nanofiltration membrane filter elements (NF), ion exchange resin filter elements, etc.
[0082] PP cotton filter cartridges can remove large particulate impurities such as silt, rust, and suspended solids from water. They can be used as a primary filter to protect subsequent filter cartridges.
[0083] Activated carbon filter cartridges can remove residual chlorine, organic pollutants, odors, and discoloration from water. They can include granular activated carbon (GAC) and compressed activated carbon (CTO), effectively adsorbing harmful substances and improving the taste of water.
[0084] Ultrafiltration membrane (UF) filters can remove tiny particles such as bacteria, viruses, colloids, and suspended solids from water while retaining beneficial minerals, making them suitable for areas with good water quality.
[0085] Reverse osmosis (RO) filters can remove almost all impurities from water, such as heavy metals, bacteria, viruses, and organic pollutants, producing pure water, but they will remove minerals from the water. Preferably, when using RO filters, it is recommended to use them in conjunction with a booster pump.
[0086] Ceramic filter cartridges can remove large particles of impurities such as microorganisms, silt, and rust from water, and can be cleaned and reused.
[0087] Nanofiltration membrane cartridges (NF) can remove heavy metals, organic pollutants, and some minerals from water while retaining some beneficial minerals. They represent a filtration precision between ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis.
[0088] Ion exchange resin filter cartridges can soften water, remove calcium and magnesium ions from the water, and reduce scale, making them suitable for areas with high water hardness.
[0089] Preferably, in order to enhance the water purification effect, multiple filter cartridges can be used in combination. Those skilled in the art can combine them according to different water qualities and user needs to achieve the best purification effect and taste.
[0090] In this embodiment, the filter module is also equipped with a leak protector, which can be a mechanical structure, specifically mounted on the base of the filter module. Tap water first passes through the mechanical leak protector before entering the filter module. When the upper pipe or water tank leaks, water will collect on the base, triggering the protector and cutting off the water supply downstream of it.
[0091] Furthermore, the ice maker and water purifier can also be equipped with a leak detection board. When the protector is triggered, the leak detection board can also be triggered simultaneously, and a fault report will be displayed on the display panel.
[0092] Please see Figure 3 , Figure 3 This is the second structural schematic diagram of the ice-making and water purifier provided in the embodiments of this application.
[0093] The ice maker and water purifier includes a leak protector 310, a polypropylene (PP) filter element 321, a pre-filter element 322, an RO filter element 323, a post-filter element 324, an inlet valve 331, a wastewater valve 332, a hot water outlet valve 333, a cold water outlet valve 334, a booster pump 341, a hot water inlet pump 342, a cold water circulation pump 343, a clean water tank 351, a cold water tank 352, a storage refrigerator 353, a hot water tank 360, a water outlet 371, an ice outlet 372, a hot water drain outlet 373, and an ice-making module 380.
[0094] The water leak protector 310 is connected to the water inlet of the ice maker and water purifier to receive tap water. The water leak protector 310 is connected to the polypropylene (PP) filter element 321, the polypropylene (PP) filter element 321 is connected to the inlet valve 331, the inlet valve 331 is connected to the booster pump 341, the booster pump 341 is connected to the pre-filter element 322, the pre-filter element 322 is connected to the RO filter element 323, the RO filter element 323 is connected to the post-filter element 324, and the post-filter element 324 is connected to the purified water tank 351.
[0095] The clean water tank 351 is connected to the cold water tank 352, and the clean water tank 351 is connected to the hot water inlet pump 342, which is connected to the inlet of the hot water tank 360. The hot water inlet pump 342 provides power to introduce water from the clean water tank 351 into the hot water tank 360.
[0096] In addition, the hot water tank 360 has three outlets, which are respectively connected to the hot water outlet valve 333, the clean water tank 351, and the hot water drain outlet 373.
[0097] It should be noted that the channel connecting the heating tank 360 to the purified water tank 351 is a hot air exhaust pipe. During the heating process, hot air is generated inside the heating tank. This hot air can be guided into the purified water tank 351 through the hot air exhaust pipe to prevent internal pressure buildup. Furthermore, when the hot air is discharged into the purified water tank 351, it exchanges heat with the water in the purified water tank 351, allowing the hot air to turn back into cooling water and return to the purified water tank 351. This circulation also helps to distribute heat evenly and prevent localized overheating.
[0098] The cold water tank 352 is connected to the cold water circulation pump 343 and the cold water outlet valve 334. The cold water circulation pump 343 is connected to the ice-making module 380, which is connected to the refrigerator 353. The refrigerator 353 is connected to the ice outlet 372 to provide ice to users. The cold water circulation pump 343 provides power to introduce water from the cold water tank 352 into the ice-making module 380.
[0099] In addition, both the hot water outlet valve 333 and the cold water outlet valve 334 are connected to the outlet 371 to provide hot or cold water to the user.
[0100] It should be noted that the water outlet 371 provides hot or cold water to the user through gravity and the switching control of the hot water outlet valve 333 and the cold water outlet valve 334.
[0101] Please see Figure 4 , Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the electrical control system in the ice maker and water purifier provided in this application embodiment.
[0102] The electronic control system consists of a display board and a control board. The display board and the control board are connected via a serial port, such as UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver / Transmitter) signal transmission.
[0103] The display panel can be a touch display panel, used for handling touch buttons, controlling the display interface (UI), and controlling the main logic of the machine.
[0104] The control board is used for sensor signal processing and load control. For example... Figure 4As shown, the control board can connect to hot water outlet valve, clean water tank float, cold water tank float, clean water tank inlet valve, cold water tank inlet pump, cold water outlet valve, cold water outlet pump, circulating water pump, ice-making limit switch, cold water temperature NTC, hot water temperature NTC, refrigerant valve, compressor, ice-dispensing motor, ice-dispensing solenoid valve, ice-making motor, and cooling fan, etc.
[0105] NTC is a method that uses NTC thermistors to measure hot and cold water temperatures. Thermistors, through their high sensitivity to changes in resistance with temperature, enable precise temperature measurement and control.
[0106] The ice-making and water purifier provided in this application is a new type of drinking water equipment that integrates water purification, ice making, refrigeration, and heating functions. Its advantages mainly include the following:
[0107] 1) Convenient and quick: The ice maker and water purifier has a filter and water purification function. It can be used simply by connecting it to tap water, making it very convenient and quick to use.
[0108] 2) Beneficial to health: The ice maker and water purifier have filter cartridges and water purification functions, allowing users to directly drink purified water from the machine, which is healthier than drinking tap water in the past.
[0109] 3) Technological Innovation: The ice-making and water purifier uses a new ice-making and refrigeration method, which can quickly produce ice cubes and cold water to meet the needs of young people for drinking ice water.
[0110] 4) Energy saving and environmental protection: The ice maker and water purifier adopts advanced hot water technology, which can quickly heat water. It is also energy saving and environmentally friendly, saving electricity and benefiting the environment.
[0111] 5) Multifunctionality: The ice maker and water purifier can provide not only ice and cold water, but also hot water to meet different needs, making it multifunctional.
[0112] Traditional ice makers lack filtration and water purification functions, requiring the use of a water purifier. This ice maker and water purifier, however, features a built-in filter and water purification system. The filter is preferably a combination of an RO reverse osmosis filter and a PAC (Pre-Activated Carbon) filter. The electronic control system manages the inlet valve, booster pump, and drain valve to perform water production and rinsing functions. After water production, the purified water is stored in a purified water tank. The machine heats this purified water to make ice and cool water, allowing users to enjoy clean, healthy water at different temperatures and obtain clean ice cubes.
[0113] On the other hand, this application also provides a control device for an ice maker and water purifier. The control device for the ice maker and water purifier provided in this application will be described below. The control device for the ice maker and water purifier described below can be referred to in correspondence with the control method for the ice maker and water purifier described above.
[0114] In this embodiment, the control device for the ice-making and water-purifying machine can be deployed in the controller included in the ice-making and water-purifying machine. Furthermore, the ice-making and water-purifying machine may also include a filtration module, an ice-making module, a heating module, a purified water tank, and a cold water tank.
[0115] The system includes a purified water tank connected to a cold water tank; a heating module for heating the water in the purified water tank; an ice-making module for making ice using the water in the cold water tank; and a filtration module for purifying the water entering from the water purifier's inlet and storing the purified water in the purified water tank.
[0116] Please see Figure 5 , Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the control device for an ice maker and water purifier provided in an embodiment of this application. In this embodiment, the control device for the ice maker and water purifier may include a water level status acquisition module 510, a standby status module 520, and a water production status module 530.
[0117] The water level status acquisition module 510 is used to acquire the first water level status of the purified water tank and the second water level status of the cold water tank; the first water level status is used to indicate whether the purified water tank is full and the second water level status is used to indicate whether the cold water tank is full.
[0118] The standby mode module 520 is used to control the ice maker to enter the standby mode if it is determined based on the first water level state and the second water level state that both the clean water tank and the cold water tank are full.
[0119] The water production status module 530 is used to control the ice maker and water purifier to enter the water production status if it is determined, based on the first water level status and the second water level status, that at least one of the purified water tank and the cold water tank is not full.
[0120] Based on any of the above embodiments, the water system of the ice maker and water purifier includes a purified water pipeline, on which a filter module, a booster pump, and an inlet solenoid valve are installed; the water production status module 530 can specifically be used for:
[0121] When the ice maker and water purifier are in water production mode, the booster pump and the inlet solenoid valve are opened to produce water, and the timer starts. If the water production time exceeds the first time threshold and the water tank and the cold water tank are still not filled with water, a fault prompt is issued, and the load of the ice maker and water purifier stops working.
[0122] Based on any of the above embodiments, the water production status module 530 can also be used for:
[0123] If both the clean water tank and the cold water tank are full, and the water production time is less than the second time threshold, the ice maker and water purifier will enter standby mode; if both the clean water tank and the cold water tank are full, and the water production time is greater than or equal to the second time threshold, the ice maker and water purifier will enter automatic flushing mode; wherein, the first time threshold is greater than the second time threshold.
[0124] Based on any of the above embodiments, the filtration module includes a wastewater solenoid valve; the control device of the ice maker and water purifier may further include an automatic rinsing mode module, which may be specifically used for:
[0125] During the first stage of the automatic rinsing process of the ice maker and water purifier, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are closed. During the second stage of the automatic rinsing process, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are opened to perform rinsing within the first rinsing duration and monitor the water levels in the clean water tank and cold water tank. The first stage of the automatic rinsing process occurs before the second stage of the automatic rinsing process.
[0126] Based on any of the above embodiments, the water system of the ice-making and water purifier includes a purified water pipeline, on which a filter module, a booster pump, and an inlet solenoid valve are installed; the filter module includes a wastewater solenoid valve; the standby mode module 520 can specifically be used for:
[0127] When the ice maker and water purifier are in standby mode, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are closed. If it is detected that the ice maker and water purifier has produced water within a preset time period before the standby mode, the ice maker and water purifier are controlled to enter the enhanced flushing mode.
[0128] Based on any of the above embodiments, the control device of the ice maker and water purifier may further include a power-on rinsing module, which may specifically be used for:
[0129] During the first stage of powering on the ice maker and water purifier, the load of the ice maker and water purifier is shut off. During the second stage of powering on the ice maker and water purifier, the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve are shut off. During the third stage of powering on the ice maker and water purifier, the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve are opened for flushing, and the water level status of the clean water tank and the cold water tank is monitored. The first stage of powering on occurs before the second stage of powering on, and the third stage of powering on occurs after the second stage of powering on.
[0130] Based on any of the above embodiments, the control device of the ice maker and water purifier may further include an enhanced rinsing module, which may specifically be used for:
[0131] During the first stage of the enhanced rinsing process of the ice maker and water purifier, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are closed. During the second stage of the enhanced rinsing process, the booster pump, inlet solenoid valve, and wastewater solenoid valve are opened to perform rinsing during the second rinsing duration, while monitoring the water levels in the clean water tank and cold water tank. The first stage of the enhanced rinsing process occurs before the second stage of the enhanced rinsing process.
[0132] Based on any of the above embodiments, the filtration module includes a leak protector and at least one filter element; the control device of the ice maker and water purifier may further include a leak detection module, which can specifically be used for:
[0133] The system controls the water source entering the water purifier through the inlet to pass through the leak protector. If the leak protector detects a normal flow, the water source passes through at least one filter cartridge before entering the purified water tank. If the leak protector detects a leak, the system cuts off the water supply to the purified water tank and issues a leak fault warning.
[0134] In another aspect, embodiments of this application also provide an ice-making and water-purifying machine, which may include a controller, a filter module, an ice-making module, a heating module, a purified water tank, and a cold water tank.
[0135] The system includes a purified water tank connected to a cold water tank; a heating module for heating the water in the purified water tank; an ice-making module for making ice using the water in the cold water tank; a filtration module for purifying the water entering from the water purifier's inlet and storing the purified water in the purified water tank; and a controller for executing the methods provided in the above embodiments, including, for example:
[0136] The system acquires the first water level status of the purified water tank and the second water level status of the cold water tank. The first water level status indicates whether the purified water tank is full, and the second water level status indicates whether the cold water tank is full. If it is determined based on the first and second water level statuses that both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full, the system controls the ice maker to enter standby mode. If it is determined based on the first and second water level statuses that at least one of the purified water tank and the cold water tank is not full, the system controls the ice maker to enter water production mode.
[0137] Furthermore, embodiments of this application also provide an electronic device. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 6 , Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of the physical structure of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this application. The electronic device may include: a processor 610, a communications interface 620, a memory 630, and a communication bus 640. The processor 610, communications interface 620, and memory 630 communicate with each other via the communication bus 640. The processor 610 can call logical instructions in the memory 630 to execute the following method:
[0138] The system acquires the first water level status of the purified water tank and the second water level status of the cold water tank. The first water level status indicates whether the purified water tank is full, and the second water level status indicates whether the cold water tank is full. If it is determined based on the first and second water level statuses that both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full, the system controls the ice maker to enter standby mode. If it is determined based on the first and second water level statuses that at least one of the purified water tank and the cold water tank is not full, the system controls the ice maker to enter water production mode.
[0139] Furthermore, the logical instructions in the aforementioned memory 630 can be implemented as software functional units and, when sold or used as independent products, can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium. Based on this understanding, the technical solution of this application, in essence, or the part that contributes to related technologies, or a portion of the technical solution, can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium and includes several instructions to cause a computer device (which may be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute all or part of the steps of the methods described in the various embodiments of this application. The aforementioned storage medium includes various media capable of storing program code, such as USB flash drives, portable hard drives, read-only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), magnetic disks, or optical disks.
[0140] In another aspect, embodiments of this application disclose a computer program product, which includes a computer program stored on a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium. The computer program includes program instructions, and when the computer program instructions are executed by a computer, the computer is able to perform the methods provided in the above-described method embodiments, such as including:
[0141] The system acquires the first water level status of the purified water tank and the second water level status of the cold water tank. The first water level status indicates whether the purified water tank is full, and the second water level status indicates whether the cold water tank is full. If it is determined based on the first and second water level statuses that both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full, the system controls the ice maker to enter standby mode. If it is determined based on the first and second water level statuses that at least one of the purified water tank and the cold water tank is not full, the system controls the ice maker to enter water production mode.
[0142] In another aspect, embodiments of this application also provide a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program thereon, which, when executed by a processor, is implemented to perform the methods provided in the above embodiments, including, for example:
[0143] The system acquires the first water level status of the purified water tank and the second water level status of the cold water tank. The first water level status indicates whether the purified water tank is full, and the second water level status indicates whether the cold water tank is full. If it is determined based on the first and second water level statuses that both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full, the system controls the ice maker to enter standby mode. If it is determined based on the first and second water level statuses that at least one of the purified water tank and the cold water tank is not full, the system controls the ice maker to enter water production mode.
[0144] The device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units; that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the modules can be selected to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs. Those skilled in the art can understand and implement this without any creative effort.
[0145] Through the above description of the embodiments, those skilled in the art can clearly understand that each embodiment can be implemented by means of software plus necessary general-purpose hardware platforms, and of course, it can also be implemented by hardware. Based on this understanding, the above technical solutions, in essence or the parts that contribute to the related technology, can be embodied in the form of software products. This computer software product can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, such as ROM / RAM, magnetic disk, optical disk, etc., and includes several instructions to cause a computer device (which may be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute the methods described in the various embodiments or some parts of the embodiments.
[0146] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate this application and are not intended to limit this application. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various combinations, modifications, or equivalent substitutions of the technical solutions of this application do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of this application and should be covered within the scope of the claims of this application.
Claims
1. A control method for an ice-making and water purifier, characterized in that, The controller is applied to the ice-making and water-purifying machine, which further includes a filtration module, an ice-making module, a heating module, a purified water tank, and a cold water tank; the purified water tank is connected to the cold water tank; the heating module is used to heat the water in the purified water tank; the ice-making module is used to make ice using the water in the cold water tank; the filtration module is used to purify the water source entering from the water inlet of the water purifier and store the purified water in the purified water tank; the control method of the ice-making and water-purifying machine includes: The first water level status of the purified water tank and the second water level status of the cold water tank are obtained; the first water level status is used to indicate whether the purified water tank is full, and the second water level status is used to indicate whether the cold water tank is full. If it is determined based on the first water level status and the second water level status that both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full, the ice maker and water purifier are controlled to enter standby mode. If it is determined, based on the first water level status and the second water level status, that at least one of the purified water tank and the cold water tank is not full, the ice maker and water purifier are controlled to enter the water production state. The water system of the ice-making and water-purifying machine includes a water purification pipeline, on which a filter module, a booster pump, and a water inlet solenoid valve are installed; after the ice-making and water-purifying machine is controlled to enter the water-purifying state, the method further includes: When the ice maker and water purifier are in water production mode, the booster pump and the water inlet solenoid valve are opened to produce water, and a timer is started. If the water production time exceeds the first time threshold and the purified water tank and the cold water tank are still not filled with water evenly, a fault prompt will be issued and the load of the ice maker and water purifier will be stopped. After the booster pump and the inlet solenoid valve are opened to produce water and the timing is started, the method further includes: If both the clean water tank and the cold water tank are full of water, and the water production time is less than the second time threshold, then the ice maker and water purifier will be controlled to enter standby mode. If both the clean water tank and the cold water tank are full of water, and the water production time is greater than or equal to the second time threshold, then the ice maker and water purifier will be controlled to enter the automatic flushing state. Wherein, the first duration threshold is greater than the second duration threshold; The filtration module includes a wastewater solenoid valve; after the ice-making and water purifier is controlled to enter standby mode, the method further includes: When the ice-making and water purifier is in standby mode, the booster pump, the water inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve are controlled to close. If it is detected that the ice maker and water purifier have produced water within a preset time period before the standby state, the ice maker and water purifier will be controlled to enter an enhanced rinsing state.
2. The control method for the ice-making and water purifier according to claim 1, characterized in that, After controlling the ice maker and water purifier to enter the automatic rinsing state, the method further includes: When the ice maker and water purifier are in the first stage of automatic flushing, the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve and the wastewater solenoid valve are controlled to close. When the ice maker and water purifier are in the second stage of automatic rinsing, the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve and the wastewater solenoid valve are opened to perform rinsing within the first rinsing time, and the water level status of the clean water tank and the cold water tank is monitored. The first stage of the automatic flushing state precedes the second stage of the automatic flushing state.
3. The control method for the ice-making and water purifier according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control method for the ice-making and water purifier also includes: During the first stage of powering on the ice maker and water purifier, the load of the ice maker and water purifier is controlled to be shut off; During the second stage of powering on the ice-making and water purifier, the booster pump, the water inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve are controlled to close. During the third stage of powering on the ice-making and water purifier, the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve are controlled to open for flushing, and the water level status of the purified water tank and the cold water tank is monitored. The first stage of power-on occurs before the second stage of power-on, and the third stage of power-on occurs after the second stage of power-on.
4. The control method for the ice-making and water purifier according to claim 1, characterized in that, After controlling the ice-making and water purifier to enter the enhanced rinsing state, the method further includes: When the ice-making and water purifier is in the first stage of enhanced rinsing, the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve are controlled to close. When the ice-making and water purifier is in the second stage of enhanced rinsing, the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve and the wastewater solenoid valve are opened to perform rinsing during the second rinsing time, and the water level status of the clean water tank and the cold water tank is monitored. The first stage of the enhanced flushing state precedes the second stage of the enhanced flushing state.
5. The control method for the ice-making and water purifier according to claim 1, characterized in that, The filtration module includes a leak protector and at least one filter element; the control method for the ice-making and water purifier also includes: The water source entering from the water inlet of the water purifier is controlled to pass through the leakage protector; If the leakage protector detects a normal condition, it controls the water source to enter the water purification tank after passing through at least one filter element. If a leak is detected by the leak protector, the water supply to the water tank is cut off, and a leak fault warning is issued.
6. A control device for an ice-making and water purifier, characterized in that, The controller is deployed in the ice-making and water-purifying machine, which also includes a filtration module, an ice-making module, a heating module, a purified water tank, and a cold water tank; the purified water tank is connected to the cold water tank; the heating module is used to heat the water in the purified water tank; the ice-making module is used to make ice using the water in the cold water tank; the filtration module is used to purify the water source entering from the water inlet of the water purifier and store the purified water in the purified water tank; the control device of the ice-making and water-purifying machine includes: The water level status acquisition module is used to acquire the first water level status of the purified water tank and the second water level status of the cold water tank; the first water level status is used to indicate whether the purified water tank is full of water, and the second water level status is used to indicate whether the cold water tank is full of water. The standby mode module is used to control the ice maker to enter standby mode if it is determined based on the first water level state and the second water level state that both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full. A water production status module is used to control the ice maker to enter a water production state if it is determined, based on the first water level status and the second water level status, that at least one of the purified water tank and the cold water tank is not full. The water system of the ice-making and water purifier includes a water purification pipeline, on which the filter module, booster pump, and inlet solenoid valve are installed; the water production status module is specifically used for: When the ice maker and water purifier are in water production mode, the booster pump and the water inlet solenoid valve are opened to produce water, and a timer is started. If the water production time exceeds the first time threshold and the purified water tank and the cold water tank are still not filled with water, a fault prompt is issued, and the load of the ice maker and water purifier is stopped. The water production status module is specifically used for: If both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full, and the water production time is less than the second time threshold, the ice maker and water purifier are controlled to enter standby mode; if both the purified water tank and the cold water tank are full, and the water production time is greater than or equal to the second time threshold, the ice maker and water purifier are controlled to enter automatic flushing mode; wherein, the first time threshold is greater than the second time threshold. The filtration module includes a wastewater solenoid valve; the standby mode module is specifically used for: When the ice maker and water purifier are in standby mode, the booster pump, the inlet solenoid valve, and the wastewater solenoid valve are controlled to close. If it is detected that the ice maker and water purifier has produced water within a preset time period before the standby mode, the ice maker and water purifier are controlled to enter an enhanced flushing state.
7. An ice-making and water purifier, characterized in that, Includes a controller, a filter module, an ice-making module, a heating module, a clean water tank, and a cold water tank; The purified water tank is connected to the cold water tank; the heating module is used to heat the water in the purified water tank; the ice-making module is used to make ice using the water in the cold water tank; the filtration module is used to purify the water source entering from the water inlet of the water purifier and store the purified water source in the purified water tank; the controller is used to execute the control method of the ice-making water purifier as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.
8. An electronic device comprising a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, characterized in that, When the processor executes the computer program, it implements the control method for the ice-making and water purifier as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.
9. A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, characterized in that, When the computer program is executed by the processor, it implements the control method of the ice-making and water purifier as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.
10. A computer program product, comprising a computer program, characterized in that, When the computer program is executed by the processor, it implements the control method of the ice-making and water purifier as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.
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