Window-mounted air conditioner and method for installing window-mounted air conditioner

Abstract

A window-mounted air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: an outdoor module including a compressor; an indoor module separated from the outdoor module; a refrigerant pipe through which a refrigerant moves between the indoor module and the outdoor module; and a connection support module including a first connection rod having an inner circumferential surface and a sealing member disposed inside the first connection rod. And a connection support module connecting the indoor module and the outdoor module and configured to support a positional relationship between the indoor module and the outdoor module. The refrigerant tube extends through the first connecting rod such that an outer circumferential surface of the refrigerant tube is spaced apart from an inner circumferential surface of the first connecting rod. The sealing member may be disposed between an outer circumferential surface of the refrigerant tube and an inner circumferential surface of the first connecting rod to form a seal between the refrigerant tube and the first connecting rod.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The embodiment provides a window air conditioner and a method for installing the window air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] The air conditioner may include a compressor that compresses refrigerant, a heat exchanger (condenser or evaporator) that exchanges heat with the refrigerant, an expansion valve, and a blower for promoting heat exchange with the refrigerant.

[0003] The air conditioner may be divided into a split type air conditioner in which an indoor unit and an outdoor unit are separated from each other and a window type air conditioner which can be mounted on a window frame in a state in which the indoor unit and the outdoor unit are integrally formed.

[0004] Since the window air conditioner can be mounted on the window frame, it is easy to install. However, due to the installation of the window air conditioner, a gap may appear between the window sash and the window frame, and thus external noise such as noise of a compressor may enter the room. This may cause discomfort to users of the window air conditioner. Summary of the invention

[0005] Technical Solution

[0006] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a window air conditioner that can be mounted on a window frame includes: an outdoor module, the outdoor module including: a compressor, the compressor being configured to compress a refrigerant; an outdoor heat exchanger, the outdoor heat exchanger being configured to perform heat exchange between outdoor air and the refrigerant; and an outdoor shell, the outdoor shell being configured to accommodate the compressor and the outdoor heat exchanger; an indoor module, the indoor module including: an indoor heat exchanger, the indoor heat exchanger being configured to perform heat exchange between indoor air and the refrigerant; and an indoor shell, the indoor shell being spaced apart from the outdoor shell and being configured to accommodate the indoor heat exchanger; a refrigerant pipe, the refrigerant moving between the indoor module and the outdoor module through the refrigerant pipe; and a connecting support module, the connecting support module including: a first connecting rod, the first connecting rod having an inner circumferential surface, and a sealing member, the sealing member being arranged inside the first connecting rod. The connection support module can be configured such that: the connection support module connects the indoor module and the outdoor module, and supports the positional relationship between the indoor module and the outdoor module; the refrigerant pipe extends through the first connecting rod so that the inner circumferential surface of the first connecting rod is spaced apart from the outer circumferential surface of the refrigerant pipe; and the sealing member is arranged between the outer circumferential surface of the refrigerant pipe and the inner circumferential surface of the first connecting rod to form a seal between the refrigerant pipe and the first connecting rod.

[0007] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a width of the first connecting rod is greater than a diameter of the refrigerant pipe and less than or equal to 5 times the diameter of the refrigerant pipe.

[0008] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the height of the first connecting rod is greater than the width of the first connecting rod and is less than or equal to 5 times the width of the first connecting rod.

[0009] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the refrigerant pipe includes: a first refrigerant pipe, which is configured to be connected between the compressor and the indoor heat exchanger; and a second refrigerant pipe, which is configured to be connected between the outdoor heat exchanger and the indoor heat exchanger, and the first connecting rod includes: a first refrigerant connection frame, which is configured to surround the first refrigerant pipe, and a second refrigerant connection frame, which is configured to surround the second refrigerant pipe.

[0010] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first refrigerant connecting frame and the second refrigerant connecting frame are spaced apart from each other in a vertical direction.

[0011] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the connection support module includes a reinforcing plate arranged between the first refrigerant connection frame and the second refrigerant connection frame.

[0012] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first refrigerant connecting frame and the second refrigerant connecting frame are configured to contact each other in a vertical direction.

[0013] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the window air conditioner also includes an electric wire, which is configured to form an electrical connection between the indoor module and the outdoor module, wherein the connection support module also includes a second connecting rod, which is configured to accommodate the electric wire therein and has a structure that surrounds the electric wire.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the window air conditioner also includes a temporary support portion, which is connected between the indoor module and the outdoor module in a detachable manner, and the temporary support portion is configured to: support the positional relationship between the indoor module and the outdoor module, and be removed before the window air conditioner is installed on the window frame.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the indoor shell and the outdoor shell respectively include first fastening holes configured to receive fastening members, the temporary support portion includes a plurality of second fastening holes corresponding to the first fastening holes of each of the indoor shell and the outdoor shell, when the fastening member is received in the first fastening hole and the plurality of second fastening holes, the temporary support portion is fixed to the indoor shell and the outdoor shell, and when the fastening member is separated from the first fastening hole and the plurality of second fastening holes, the temporary support portion is separated from the indoor shell and the outdoor shell.

[0016] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the temporary supporting portion includes a pair of supporting plates detachably connected to the indoor module and the outdoor module on opposite sides, respectively.

[0017] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the window type air conditioner further includes a gap blocking member including an opening configured to receive the connection support module, and the gap blocking member is configured to form a seal between the window sash and the window frame.

[0018] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the window air conditioner also includes a drain hose, which is configured to transfer condensed water generated by the indoor heat exchanger to the outdoor module, wherein the height of at least a portion of the drain hose decreases from the indoor module to the outdoor module so that the condensed water moves toward the outdoor module due to gravity.

[0019] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a method for installing a window air conditioner on a window frame includes: preparing the window air conditioner, the window air conditioner including: an indoor module, an outdoor module separated from the indoor module, a connecting support module configured to connect the indoor module with the outdoor module and support the positional relationship between the indoor module and the outdoor module, and a temporary support portion configured to connect the indoor module to the outdoor module and to be detachably connected to the indoor module and the outdoor module; installing a gap blocking member including an opening on the window frame; arranging the window air conditioner on the window frame so that the connecting support module is inserted into the opening of the gap blocking member; fixing the indoor module and the outdoor module of the window air conditioner to the window frame using a bracket; and separating the temporary support portion from the indoor module and the outdoor module.

[0020] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the temporary support portion includes a pair of support plates respectively connected to the indoor module and the outdoor module on opposite sides in a detachable manner, and the method also includes: before moving the window air conditioner so that the connection support module of the window air conditioner is inserted into the opening of the gap blocking member, one of the pair of support plates is separated from the indoor module and the outdoor module, wherein separating the temporary support portion includes: separating the remaining one of the pair of support plates from the indoor module and the outdoor module. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 is a perspective view illustrating a window type air conditioner installed on a window frame according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram conceptually illustrating the configuration of a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] Figure 3 is a perspective view illustrating the configuration of a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] Figure 4 is a perspective view illustrating a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of a connection support module of a window air conditioner.

[0026] Figure 6a yes Figure 5 a cross-sectional view of a first refrigerant connection frame, and Figure 6b yes Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of a second refrigerant connecting frame.

[0027] Figure 7 As Figure 5 A magnified view of a local area of ​​region C.

[0028] Figure 8a is a perspective view illustrating a connection support module of a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, and Figure 8b yes Figure 8a A cross-sectional view of a connection support module.

[0029] Figure 9a is a partial perspective view illustrating a connection support module of a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, and Figure 9b yes Figure 9a A cross-sectional view of a connection support module.

[0030] Fig.10 is a perspective view illustrating a temporary supporting portion of a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] Fig.11 is a perspective view of a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] Fig.12 yes Fig.11 A plan view of a window air conditioner.

[0033] Fig.13 is a perspective view illustrating a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] Fig.14 and Fig.15 are perspective views illustrating a gap blocking member of a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure from different angles.

[0035] Fig.16 is a perspective view illustrating a window type air conditioner installed on a window frame according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0036] Fig.17 It is a graphic Fig.16 A cross-sectional view of a window air conditioner.

[0037] Fig.18 is a cross-sectional view illustrating a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] Figures 19a to 19f is a perspective view illustrating a mounting method of a window type air conditioner according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0039] Fig. 20 A fixed indoor module of a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0040] Fig.21 A fixed outdoor module of a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0041] Figures 22a to 22g is a diagram illustrating a method of installing a window type air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] Embodiments of the present disclosure will be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings.In the drawings, the same reference numerals or symbols refer to the same components or elements that perform substantially the same function.

[0043] It should be understood that, although terms including ordinal numbers such as "first", "second" etc. may be used in this article to describe various elements or components, these elements or components should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish an element or component from another element and component. For example, as used herein, without departing from the scope of the present disclosure, a first element or component may be referred to as a second element or component, and similarly, a second element and component may be referred to as a first element and component. As used herein, the term "and / or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the items listed in the relevant list.

[0044] The terms used herein are used to describe the purpose of the embodiments of the present disclosure and are not intended to limit the present disclosure. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form is also intended to include the plural form. It should also be understood that the terms "include" and / or "comprise" when used in this specification stipulate that there are stated features, quantities, steps, operations, elements, parts or combinations thereof, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, quantities, steps, operations, elements, parts or combinations thereof. In the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals represent the same elements that perform substantially the same functions.

[0045] Figure 1 10 is a perspective view illustrating a window type air conditioner 1 installed on a window frame 1010 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 2 1 is a diagram conceptually illustrating a configuration of a window-type air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 3 is a perspective view illustrating the configuration of a window-type air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0046] refer to Figure 1 The window air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is a device that can be mounted on a window frame 1010 and can perform a function of providing cooling to a room. The window frame 1010 on which the window air conditioner 1 is mounted may be a frame that supports the window sash 1000 to move in a slidable manner.

[0047] refer to Figure 2 , the window type air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may include a compressor 31 , an outdoor heat exchanger 32 , an expansion device 33 , and an indoor heat exchanger 21 .

[0048] The compressor 31 may compress the refrigerant. The compressor 31 may compress the gaseous refrigerant. The gaseous refrigerant may be converted from a low-temperature and low-pressure state to a high-temperature and high-pressure state when compressed by the compressor 31.

[0049] The outdoor heat exchanger 32 can perform heat exchange between the refrigerant and the outdoor air. The outdoor heat exchanger 32 and the compressor 31 are connected to each other so that the refrigerant can be movable. The outdoor heat exchanger 32 condenses the high-temperature and high-pressure refrigerant transferred from the compressor 31, during which the refrigerant can release heat to the outdoor air.

[0050] The outdoor fan 34 may be disposed adjacent to the outdoor heat exchanger 32. The outdoor fan 34 may blow outdoor air to the outdoor heat exchanger 32 to promote heat exchange between the refrigerant and the outdoor air.

[0051] The expansion device 33 can reduce the pressure and temperature of the refrigerant condensed by the outdoor heat exchanger 32. The expansion device 33 and the outdoor heat exchanger 32 are connected to each other so that the refrigerant can be movable. For example, the expansion device 33 can reduce the pressure and temperature of the refrigerant by using a throttling effect. For example, the expansion device 33 can reduce the pressure and temperature of the refrigerant by using a throttling hole.

[0052] In the indoor heat exchanger 21, heat exchange between the refrigerant and the indoor air may occur. The indoor heat exchanger 21 and the expansion device 33 are connected to each other so that the refrigerant may be movable. In the indoor heat exchanger 21, the low-temperature and low-pressure refrigerant may evaporate. The refrigerant may absorb heat from the room air when evaporating.

[0053] The indoor fan 22 may be disposed adjacent to the indoor heat exchanger 21. The indoor fan 22 may blow indoor air to the indoor heat exchanger 21 to promote heat exchange between the refrigerant and the indoor air.

[0054] The drain pan 23 may be provided below the indoor heat exchanger 21. Therefore, condensed water generated on the surface of the indoor heat exchanger 21 while the indoor heat exchanger 21 is operating may be stored in the drain pan 23.

[0055] The refrigerant traveling through the indoor heat exchanger 21 may be in a low-temperature and low-pressure state. The low-temperature and low-pressure refrigerant may be transferred to the compressor 31. Thus, the above process may be repeated.

[0056] As described above, when the window air conditioner 1 is operating, the refrigerant moves along the refrigerant pipe 40, the indoor air is cooled when the refrigerant is evaporating in the indoor heat exchanger 21, and the heat is released when the outdoor heat exchanger 32 is condensing the refrigerant. The refrigerant pipe 40 may include a first refrigerant pipe 41 connected between the compressor 31 and the indoor heat exchanger 21 and a second refrigerant pipe 42 connected between the outdoor heat exchanger 32 and the indoor heat exchanger 21.

[0057] However, when the window air conditioner 1 is in operation, noise may be generated in some configurations, and when such noise is transmitted to the user, the noise may cause discomfort to the user. For example, when the window air conditioner 1 is in operation, when the compressor 31 is compressing the refrigerant to a high pressure, a loud noise may be generated. When the noise generated by the compressor 31 is transmitted to the user, the user may be uncomfortable.

[0058] The window type air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may have a structure in which an outdoor module 3 including a compressor 31 is separated from an indoor module 2 to prevent noise generated from the compressor 31 from entering a room.

[0059] Figure 4 is a perspective view illustrating a window type air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0060] refer to Figure 4 According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a window type air conditioner 1 may include an indoor module 2 , an outdoor module 3 separated from the indoor module 2 , and a connection support module 100 connected between the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 .

[0061] The outdoor module 3 may include a compressor 31, an outdoor heat exchanger 32, and an outdoor housing 35 accommodating the compressor 31 and the outdoor heat exchanger 32. The outdoor module 3 may further include an outdoor fan 34 disposed inside the outdoor housing 35. Figure 4 The expansion device 33 is not shown in the figure, but the expansion device 33 can be arranged in the outdoor module 3 or the indoor module 2. The shape of the outdoor housing 35 can be changed. For example, the upper surface of the outdoor housing 35 can be inclined so that rainwater can flow down easily.

[0062] The indoor module 2 may include an indoor housing 24 spaced apart from the outdoor housing 35 and an indoor heat exchanger 21 disposed inside the indoor housing 24. The indoor module 2 further includes an indoor fan 22 disposed inside the indoor housing 24.

[0063] The connection support module 100 supports the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3. The connection support module 100 may be connected between the indoor housing 24 and the outdoor housing 35. One end of the connection support module 100 may be fixed to the indoor housing 24, and the other end may be fixed to the outdoor housing 35. Flanges 101 that fix the connection support module 100 to the indoor housing 24 and the outdoor housing 35 may be provided at both ends of the connection support module 100.

[0064] The connection support module 100 may include a material having a predetermined strength. For example, the connection support module 100 may include steel. For example, the connection support module 100 may include galvanized steel. However, the material of the connection support module 100 is not limited thereto and may be various as long as the material is a steel material having a certain strength. Since the connection support module 100 has a predetermined strength, the positional relationship between the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 may be fixed by the connection support module 100.

[0065] Meanwhile, a drain hose 44 may be provided between the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3. The drain hose 44 may transfer condensed water generated in the indoor heat exchanger 21 to the outdoor module 3. One end of the drain hose 44 may be connected to the drain pan 23. The height of at least a portion of the drain hose 44 may be lowered from the indoor module 2 to the outdoor module 3 so as to facilitate the movement of condensed water.

[0066] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 sectional view of a connection support module 100 of a window type air conditioner 1. Figure 6a yes Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the first refrigerant connection frame 111, and Figure 6b yes Figure 5 FIG. 1 is a cross-sectional view of the second refrigerant connecting frame 112 . Figure 7 As Figure 5 A magnified view of a local area of ​​region C.

[0067] refer to Figure 5 The connection support module 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may be configured to achieve fluid connection between the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3. For example, the connection support module 100 may have a hollow structure so that the refrigerant pipe 40 is disposed therein.

[0068] For example, the connection support module 100 may include a first connection bar 110 in which the refrigerant tube 40 is accommodated. An inner circumferential surface of the first connection bar 110 may be spaced apart from an edge surface or an outer circumferential surface of the refrigerant tube 40.

[0069] The first connection rod 110 may include a first refrigerant connection frame 111 surrounding the first refrigerant tube 41 and a second refrigerant connection frame 112 surrounding the second refrigerant tube 42. The first refrigerant connection frame 111 and the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be aligned in the up-down direction Z. The first refrigerant connection frame 111 and the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be disposed to be spaced apart from each other in the up-down direction Z.

[0070] refer to Figure 5 , Figure 6a and Figure 6b , the width of the first connecting rod 110 may be less than or equal to 5 times the diameter of the refrigerant tube 40. The width of the first connecting rod 110 may be less than or equal to 3 times the diameter of the refrigerant tube 40. For example, the width W1 of the first refrigerant connection frame 111 may be less than or equal to 5 times the diameter R1 of the first refrigerant tube 41. For example, the width W1 of the first refrigerant connection frame 111 may be less than or equal to 3 times the diameter R1 of the first refrigerant tube 41. For example, the width W2 of the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be less than or equal to 5 times the diameter R2 of the second refrigerant tube 42. For example, the width W2 of the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be less than or equal to 3 times the diameter R2 of the second refrigerant tube 42. The diameter R1 of the first refrigerant tube 41 may be greater than the diameter R2 of the second refrigerant tube 42. The width of the first connecting rod 110 is greater than the diameter of the refrigerant tube 40. Here, the width may be defined as the width in the left-right direction X perpendicular to the front-to-back direction Y and the up-down direction Z.

[0071] The height of the first connecting rod 110 may be less than or equal to 5 times the width of the first connecting rod 110. The height of the first connecting rod 110 may be less than or equal to 3 times the width of the first connecting rod 110. For example, the height H1 of the first refrigerant connection frame 111 may be less than or equal to 5 times the width W1 of the first refrigerant connection frame 111. For example, the height H1 of the first refrigerant connection frame 111 may be less than or equal to 3 times the width W1 of the first refrigerant connection frame 111. For example, the height H2 of the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be less than or equal to 5 times the width W2 of the second refrigerant connection frame 112. For example, the height H2 of the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be less than or equal to 3 times the width W2 of the second refrigerant connection frame 112. The height of the first connecting rod 110 may be equal to or greater than the width of the first connecting rod 110. Here, the height may be defined as the height in the up-down direction Z.

[0072] Return to reference Figure 5 , the connection support module 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may be configured to achieve electrical connection between the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3. For example, the connection support module 100 may further include a hollow structure so that the wire 43 is disposed in the connection support module 100. For example, the connection support module 100 may further include a second connection rod 120 surrounding the wire 43. The second connection rod 120 may have a structure surrounding the circumference of the wire 43. Although not shown, the communication line may be disposed inside the second connection rod 120.

[0073] The second connection rod 120 may be aligned with the first connection rod 110 in the up-down direction Z. For example, the second connection rod 120 may be disposed to be spaced apart from the first refrigerant connection frame 111 and the second refrigerant connection frame 112 in the up-down direction Z. The first connection rod 110 and the second connection rod 120 are aligned in the up-down direction Z, and thus a gap between the window sash 1000 and the window frame 1010 may be reduced due to the connection support module 100.

[0074] refer to Figure 6a and Figure 7 , the connection support module 100 may have a structure spaced apart from the refrigerant tube 40 accommodated in the connection support module 100. For example, there may be a space between the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connection rod 110. For example, the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connection rod 110 may be spaced apart so as not to contact each other. There may be a space between the first refrigerant tube 41 and the first refrigerant connection frame 111. The first refrigerant tube 41 and the first refrigerant connection frame 111 may be spaced apart so as not to contact each other.

[0075] The first connecting rod 110 may include a sealing member 140 disposed between an outer circumferential surface of the refrigerant tube 40 and an inner circumferential surface of the first connecting rod 110 inside. The sealing member 140 may have an annular structure surrounding the refrigerant tube 40. The sealing member 140 may seal between the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110. The sealing member 140 may seal between the first refrigerant tube 41 and the first refrigerant connection frame 111.

[0076] The sealing member 140 may include a material that can be elastically deformed. For example, the material of the sealing member 140 may be rubber or synthetic resin.

[0077] In the connection support module 100, the sealing member 140 may surround the edge of the refrigerant tube 40, and the first connection bar 110 may surround the edge of the sealing member 140. For example, the sealing member 140 may surround the edge of the first refrigerant tube 41, and the first refrigerant connection frame 111 may surround the edge of the sealing member 140.

[0078] The sealing member 140 may be inserted between the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110. The sealing member 140 may be inserted between the first refrigerant tube 41 and the first refrigerant connection frame 111. The sealing member 140 is inserted between the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110, thereby preventing the formation of a gap that can transmit noise between the refrigerant tube 400 and the first connecting rod 110. In this way, the sealing member 140 can seal the space between the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110, thereby preventing noise from entering between the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110. Therefore, the noise generated by the outdoor module 3 can be prevented from being transmitted through the internal space of the first connecting rod 110. For example, the noise generated by the compressor 31 of the outdoor module 3 can be prevented from being transmitted through the internal space of the first connecting rod 110.

[0079] In addition, the sealing member 140 may perform a function of maintaining a gap between the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110. For example, a pair of sealing members 140 may be provided to be spaced apart in the front-rear direction Y within the first connecting rod 110, and may maintain a gap between the outer circumferential surface of the refrigerant tube 40 and the inner circumferential surface of the first connecting rod 110. The gap between the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110 is maintained by the sealing member 140, and thus corrosion caused by contact between the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110 may be prevented.

[0080] The material of the refrigerant tube 40 and the material of the first connecting rod 110 may be different from each other. For example, the material of the refrigerant tube 40 may be copper (Cu), and the material of the first connecting rod 110 may be steel. When the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110 having different materials contact each other, dissimilar metal corrosion may occur in at least one of the refrigerant tube 40 or the first connecting rod 110. On the other hand, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the contact between the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110 is blocked by the sealing member 140 in the connection support module 100, and thus the occurrence of dissimilar metal corrosion can be prevented. In addition, the sealing member 140 can perform the function of blocking the noise generated when the refrigerant tube 40 and the first connecting rod 110 contact each other.

[0081] In addition, the sealing member 140 may perform a function of blocking the vibration generated by the outdoor module 3 from being transmitted to the indoor module 2. For example, the sealing member 140 may block the vibration generated by the compressor 31 of the outdoor module 3 from being transmitted to the indoor module 2 through the connection support module 100.

[0082] As an example, the first refrigerant pipe 41 connected to the compressor 31 may pass through the connection support module 100 and be connected to the indoor heat exchanger 21. The compressor 31 may not only generate noise but also vibration when in operation. Therefore, the vibration generated by the compressor 31 may be transmitted to the indoor module 2 along the first refrigerant pipe 41. Depending on the situation, the vibration transmitted to the indoor module 2 may serve as a cause of new noise inside the indoor module 2.

[0083] In the connection support module 100 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure, the sealing member 140 is disposed to contact the first refrigerant pipe 41, and thus the vibration transmitted along the first refrigerant pipe 41 can be absorbed by the sealing member 140. Therefore, the vibration transmitted from the compressor 31 to the first refrigerant pipe 41 can be blocked from being transmitted to the indoor module 2.

[0084] As described above, the connection support module 100 may be designed to minimize the transmission of noise and vibration from the outdoor module 3 to the indoor module 2. For example, the width of the connection support module 100 may be less than or equal to 5 times the diameter of the refrigerant tube 40. For example, the width of the connection support module 100 may be less than or equal to 3 times the diameter of the refrigerant tube 40. For example, the width of the first connecting rod 110 may be less than or equal to 5 times the diameter of the refrigerant tube 40. For example, the width of the first connecting rod 110 may be less than or equal to 3 times the diameter of the refrigerant tube 40. For example, the width of the first connecting rod 110 may be less than or equal to 5 times the diameter of the first refrigerant tube 41. For example, the width of the first connecting rod 110 may be less than or equal to 3 times the diameter of the first refrigerant tube 41.

[0085] The height of the connection support module 100 may be less than or equal to 5 times the width of the connection support module 100. For example, the height of the first connection rod 110 may be 5 times or less than the width of the first connection rod 110. For example, the height of the first connection rod 110 may be less than or equal to 3 times the width of the first connection rod 110. The height of the first refrigerant connection frame 111 may be less than or equal to 5 times the width of the first refrigerant connection frame 111. The height of the first refrigerant connection frame 111 may be less than or equal to 3 times the width of the first refrigerant connection frame 111. The height of the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be less than or equal to 5 times the width of the second refrigerant connection frame 112. The height of the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be less than or equal to 3 times the width of the second refrigerant connection frame 112.

[0086] According to the above-described embodiments of the present disclosure, the first refrigerant connection frame 111, the second refrigerant connection frame 112, and the second connection rod 120 are arranged to be spaced apart from each other in the up and down direction Z in the connection support module 100, but the arrangement and shape of the connection support module 100 are not limited thereto and may vary.

[0087] Figure 8a is a perspective view illustrating a connection support module 100A of a window type air conditioner 1A according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, and Figure 8b yes Figure 8a sectional view of the connection support module 100A. Figure 9a is a partial perspective view illustrating a connection support module 100B of a window type air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, and Figure 9b yes Figure 9a A cross-sectional view of a connection support module 100B.

[0088] For example, refer to Figure 8a and Figure 8b , the connection support module 100A according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes a first refrigerant connection frame 111, a second refrigerant connection frame 112, a second connection rod 120, and a reinforcing plate 130. The reinforcing plate 130 may be disposed along the first refrigerant connection frame 111, the second refrigerant connection frame 112, and the second connection rod 120 in the up-down direction Z. The width of the reinforcing plate 130 may be smaller than the width of each of the first refrigerant connection frame 111, the second refrigerant connection frame 112, and the second connection rod 120.

[0089] At least one of the following conditions is satisfied: the reinforcing plate 130 may be disposed on the upper portion of the first refrigerant connection frame 111, the reinforcing plate 130 may be disposed between the first refrigerant connection frame 111 and the second refrigerant connection frame 112, the reinforcing plate 130 may be disposed between the second refrigerant connection frame 112 and the second connection rod 120, or the reinforcing plate 130 may be disposed on the lower portion of the second connection rod 120. For example, the reinforcing plate 130 may be disposed on the upper portion of the first refrigerant connection frame 111 and between the first refrigerant connection frame 111 and the second refrigerant connection frame 112. For example, the reinforcing plate 130 may be disposed between the second refrigerant connection frame 112 and the second connection rod 120. For example, the reinforcing plate 130 may be disposed on the lower portion of the second connection rod 120. The refrigerant pipe 40 and the electric wire 43 do not pass through the reinforcing plate 130, and thus the reinforcing plate 130 may reinforce the strength of the connection support module 100 without transmitting noise.

[0090] For example, refer to Figure 9a and Figure 9bIn the connection support module 100B according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first refrigerant connection frame 111 and the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may also be arranged to contact each other in the up-down direction Z. For example, the first refrigerant connection frame 111 and the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be connected to each other in the up-down direction Z. The internal space of the first refrigerant connection frame 111 and the internal space of the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be connected to each other. The first refrigerant connection frame 111 and the second refrigerant connection frame 112 may be a single body.

[0091] Meanwhile, as described above, when the structure of each of the connection support modules 100, 100A, and 100B is designed in consideration of the transmission of noise and vibration, the window type air conditioner 1 may be easily affected by external forces acting during transportation or movement. For example, when external forces are applied to the outdoor module 3 or the indoor module 2 of the window type air conditioner 1, the position of the outdoor module 3 and the position of the indoor module 2 may be displaced, so that the connection support module 100 may be bent or twisted.

[0092] Considering this fact, the window type air conditioner 1 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a temporary support portion 150 (see Fig.10 ), the temporary support portion 150 can ensure a predetermined strength before the window air conditioner 1 is installed on the window frame 1010.

[0093] Fig.10 1 is a perspective view illustrating a temporary support portion 150 of the window type air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig.10 , the window type air conditioner 1 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a temporary support portion 150 that is removed before the window type air conditioner 1 is mounted on the window frame 1010 .

[0094] The temporary support portion 150 may be detachably fixed to the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3. The temporary support portion 150 may be detachably fixed to the outdoor housing 35 and the indoor housing 24. For example, the temporary support portion 150 may be detachably fixed to the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 by the fastening member 160. For example, the positioning grooves 242 and 352 may be respectively provided in the indoor housing 24 and the outdoor housing 35, and the first fastening holes 241 and 351 (see Figure 4 ) may be respectively disposed in the positioning grooves 242, 352. The temporary support portion 150 may include a second fastening hole 1501 corresponding to the first fastening hole 241 of the indoor housing 24 and the first fastening hole 351 of the outdoor housing 35.

[0095] The temporary support portion 150 and the indoor housing 24 may be fixed to each other by assembling the fastening member 160 into the second fastening hole 1501 of the temporary support portion 150 and the first fastening hole 241 of the indoor housing 24. The temporary support portion 150 and the outdoor housing 35 may be fixed to each other by assembling the fastening member 160 into the second fastening hole 1501 of the temporary support portion 150 and the first fastening hole 351 of the outdoor housing 35. One end of the temporary support portion 150 may be fixed to the indoor housing 24, and the other end may be fixed to the outdoor housing 35.

[0096] The temporary support 150 may be configured to have a predetermined strength. For example, the material of the temporary support 150 may include steel. For example, the temporary support 150 may include galvanized steel. For example, the temporary support 150 may be a hot-dip galvanized steel plate. However, the material and shape of the temporary support 150 are not limited thereto and may vary as long as the material and structure have a predetermined strength.

[0097] Before the window air conditioner 1 is installed on the window frame 1010, the temporary support portion 150 may be separated from the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3. For example, before installing the window air conditioner 1, a worker may remove the temporary support portion 150 by loosening the fastening member 160. For example, when the fastening member 160 is separated from the first fastening holes 241 and 351 and the second fastening hole 1501, the temporary support portion 150 may be separated from the indoor housing 24 and the outdoor housing 35.

[0098] When the temporary support portion 150 is separated from the window type air conditioner 1, as shown in FIG. Figure 4 As shown, the window type air conditioner 1 does not include the temporary support portion 50 , and the fastening holes 241 and 351 may exist in the outdoor case 35 and the indoor case 24 .

[0099] When the window air conditioner 1 is installed without separating the temporary support portion 150, the gap between the window sash 1000 and the window frame 1010 may increase due to the temporary support portion 50. On the other hand, the temporary support portion 150 is separated before the window air conditioner 1 is installed, thereby preventing the gap between the window sash 1000 and the window frame 1010 from increasing due to the temporary support portion 50.

[0100] As described above, by separating the temporary support portion 150 before installing the window air conditioner 1, a predetermined strength can be ensured during the transportation process of the window air conditioner 1, and when the window air conditioner 1 is installed on the window frame 1010, the gap between the window sash 1000 and the window frame 1010 can be prevented from increasing.

[0101] The temporary support portion 150 may be disposed to be spaced apart from the connection support module 100. For example, the temporary support portion 150 may be disposed to be spaced apart from the connection support module 100 in the left-right direction X.

[0102] For example, the temporary support portion 150 may be disposed at a position different from at least a portion of the connection support module 100 in the up-down direction Z. For example, the temporary support portion 150 may be disposed at a position different from the first connection rod 110 in the up-down direction Z. For example, when the first connection rod 110 connects the upper right portion of the outdoor module 3 with the indoor module 2, the temporary support portion 150 may be arranged to connect the lower left portion of the outdoor module 3 with the indoor module 2.

[0103] As described above, the temporary support part 150 spaced apart from the connection support module 100 supports the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3, and thus, when an external force acts, deformation of the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 relative to the connection support module 100 can be prevented.

[0104] Meanwhile, the arrangement, structure, etc. of the temporary support portion 150 and the connection support module 100 according to the above-described embodiment of the present disclosure are examples, and thus the arrangement, structure, etc. of the temporary support portion 150 and the connection support module 100 may be modified in various ways.

[0105] Fig.11 is a perspective view of a window-type air conditioner 1B according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, and Fig.12 yes Fig.11 A plan view of a window type air conditioner 1B. Fig.13 is a perspective view illustrating a window-type air conditioner 1C according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0106] refer to Fig.11 and Fig.12 In the window type air conditioner 1B according to the embodiment of the present disclosure, the connection support module 100B may be provided to connect the central portion of the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 in the left-right direction X. As described above, since the connection support module 100B is provided in the central portion, the window type air conditioner 1B may be selectively installed on the left and right sides of the window frame 1010.

[0107] The temporary support portion 150A may include a pair of temporary plates 151 and 152 disposed on both sides of the indoor module 2 and both sides of the outdoor module 3. The pair of temporary plates 151 and 152 may be disposed to be spaced apart from the connection support module 100B in the left-right direction X. In consideration of strengthening of strength, the temporary plates 151 and 152 may have a structure in which upper and lower portions thereof are bent.

[0108] Each of the pair of temporary plates 151 and 152 may be provided to connect the lower portions of the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 in the up-down direction Z. However, the arrangement and shape of the temporary plates 151 and 152 are not limited thereto and may vary. Fig.13 As shown, each of the pair of temporary plates 151A and 152A of the temporary supporting portion 150B may have a structure connecting the upper and lower portions of the indoor module 2 and the upper and lower portions of the outdoor module 3 .

[0109] Fig.14 and Fig.15 1 is a perspective view illustrating the gap blocking member 200 of the window type air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure from different angles. Fig.16 10 is a perspective view illustrating the window type air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure being mounted on a window frame 1010 . Fig.17 It is a graphic Fig.16 sectional view of a window type air conditioner 1.

[0110] refer to Fig.14 and Fig.15 The window type air conditioner 1 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a gap blocking member 200 configured to be sealed in the window sash 1000 (see Fig.16 ) and window frame 1010 (see Fig.16 )between.

[0111] The gap blocking member 200 includes an opening 210 through which the connection support module 100 can pass. For example, the gap blocking member 200 includes first openings 211 and 212 into which the first connection rod 110 can be inserted and a second opening 213 into which the second connection rod 120 can be inserted. The gap blocking member 200 includes a third opening 214 into which the drain hose 44 can be inserted.

[0112] The gap blocking member 200 may further include a window frame coupling groove 215 for coupling to the window frame 1010 . The window frame coupling groove 215 may extend in the up-down direction Z. The window frame coupling groove 214 may be an optional configuration. Therefore, the window frame coupling groove 215 may be omitted from the gap blocking member 200 .

[0113] The gap blocking member 200 may be a soundproof material that blocks external noise. For example, the gap blocking member 200 may include a foam material. For example, the gap blocking member 200 may include a polyurethane foam material (PU foam material) or a polyethylene foam (PE foam material). However, the material of the gap blocking member 200 is not limited thereto and may vary.

[0114] refer to Fig.16 and Fig.17 , the gap blocking member 200 is installed between the window sash 1000 and the window frame 1010, and is sealed between the window sash 1000 and the window frame 1010. When a portion of the window frame 1010 is inserted into the window frame coupling groove 215, the gap blocking member 200 is fixed to the window frame 1010, and the connection support module 100 and the drain hose 44 are inserted into the opening 210. Therefore, the gap blocking member 200 blocks external noise from entering between the window sash 1000 and the window frame 1010 when the connection support module 100 passes through the opening 210.

[0115] The second gap blocking member 300 may be disposed between the window sash 1000B and the window sash 1000A. For example, the second gap blocking member 300 may be disposed between the window sash 1000B and the window sash 1000A along the front-rear direction Y. Therefore, the second gap blocking member 300 may block external noise from entering between the window sash 1000B and the window sash 1000A.

[0116] Fig.18 is a cross-sectional view illustrating a window-type air conditioner 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0117] refer to Figure 4 and Fig.18 In the window type air conditioner 1 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure, the compressor 31 may be disposed inside the outdoor housing 35 away from the connection support module 100. For example, when the connection support module 100 has a structure connected to one side of the outdoor module 3, the outdoor heat exchanger 32 may be disposed inside the outdoor module 3 at one side adjacent to the connection support module 100, and the compressor 31 may be disposed inside the indoor module 3 at the other side away from the connection support module 100.

[0118] Inside the outdoor module 3, the barrier rib 36 may be provided between the compressor 31 and the outdoor heat exchanger 32. The barrier rib 36 may reduce the transmission of noise generated by the compressor 31 to the connection support module 100. In addition, the barrier rib 36 may guide movement of internal air of the outdoor module 3.

[0119] Figures 19a to 19f is a perspective view illustrating a mounting method of the window type air conditioner 1 according to an exemplary embodiment. Fig. 20 The fixed indoor module 2 of the window type air conditioner 1 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, and Fig.21 The fixed outdoor module 3 of the window type air conditioner 1 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0120] refer to Figures 19a to 19fIn the installation method of the window type air conditioner 1 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure, the window type air conditioner 1 according to the above-described embodiment of the present disclosure is first prepared. For example, the window type air conditioner 1 including the indoor module 2, the outdoor module 3, the connection support module 100 and the temporary support part 150 is prepared.

[0121] refer to Fig.19a , the gap blocking member 200 may be mounted on the window frame 1010. The gap blocking member 100 may be fixed to the window frame 1010 by pressing the gap blocking member 200 so that a portion of the window frame 1010 is inserted into the window frame coupling groove 215 of the gap blocking member 200. The gap blocking member 200 may be attached or adhered to the window frame 1010 as needed.

[0122] refer to Fig.19b , the window type air conditioner 1 can be set on the window frame 1010. At this time, the position of the indoor module 2 and the position of the outdoor module 3 of the window type air conditioner 1 are fixed by the connection support module 100 and the temporary support part 150. The connection support module 100 of the window type air conditioner 1 can be inserted into the opening 210 of the gap blocking member 200 (see Fig.14 )middle.

[0123] refer to Fig.19c , the window air conditioner 1 can be fixed to the window frame 1010. For example, the window air conditioner 1 can be fixed to the window frame 1010 by fixing the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 to the window frame 1010 using brackets B11, B12 and B13.

[0124] refer to Fig. 20 , the indoor module 2 can be fixed using a bracket B11. For example, the bracket B11 can be set on the lower part of the indoor module 2 and fixed to the window frame 1010. The bracket B11 can have an L shape. A portion of the bracket B11 can be fixed to the surface of the window frame 1010 facing the room. The indoor module 2 can be supported by the fixed bracket B11. In this way, the indoor module 2 can be fixed to the window frame 1010.

[0125] refer to Fig.21 , the outdoor module 3 may be fixed using brackets B12 and B13. For example, a plurality of brackets B12 and B13 may be used to fix the lower and upper portions of the outdoor module 3 to the window frame 1010. For example, one bracket B13 may be used to fix the lower portion of the outdoor module 3 and the inner lower surface of the window frame 1010 to each other, and another bracket B12 may be used to fix the upper portion of the outdoor module 3 and the inner surface of the window frame 1010 to each other. In this way, the outdoor module 3 may be fixed to the window frame 1010.

[0126] As described above, the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 may be fixed to the window frame 1010 using the brackets B11, B12, and B13. Therefore, the position of the indoor module 2 and the position of the outdoor module 3 may be maintained by the brackets B11, B12, and B13.

[0127] refer to Fig.19d , separate the temporary support part 150 from the window type air conditioner 1. The temporary support part 150 can be separated from the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3. For example, by loosening the fastening member 160, the temporary support part 150 can be separated from the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3. Because the window type air conditioner 1 is fixed to the window frame 1010 by the brackets B11, B12 and B13, the relative positions of the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 can be fixed even when the temporary support part 150 is removed.

[0128] refer to Fig.19e Since the temporary support portion 150 is separated, the window sash 1000 can be moved closer to the connection support module 100. Therefore, the user or worker can move the window sash 1000 to be in close contact with the gap blocking member 200. Therefore, it is possible to minimize the noise generated by the outdoor module 3 of the window type air conditioner 1 from entering between the window sash 1000 and the window frame 1010.

[0129] refer to Fig.19f , the second gap blocking member 300 may be inserted between the window sashes 1000 and the window sashes 1000. The gap between the window sashes 1000 and the window sashes 1000 is blocked by the second gap blocking member 300. Therefore, the noise generated by the outdoor module 3 of the window type air conditioner 1 can be minimized from entering between the window sashes 1000 and the window sashes 1000.

[0130] Figures 22a to 22g 1 is a diagram illustrating a method of installing the window-type air conditioner 1B according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0131] refer to Fig.22a , the worker can check the installation position of the window type air conditioner 1B. For example, the worker can check whether the window type air conditioner 1B is installed on the right side of the window frame 1010 or on the left side of the window frame 1010.

[0132] According to the installation position of the window type air conditioner 1B, the worker may remove one of the pair of temporary plates 151 and 152 of the temporary support portion 150A. For example, when the installation position of the window type air conditioner 1 is on the right side of the window frame 1010, the temporary plate 152 on the right side of the pair of temporary plates 151 and 152 may be separated and removed. At this time, the temporary plate 151 on the left side is fixed to the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3.

[0133] refer to Figure 22b, the gap blocking member 200 may be mounted on the window frame 1010. The gap blocking member 200 may be fixed to the window frame 1010 by pressing the gap blocking member 200 so that a portion of the window frame 1010 is inserted into the window frame coupling groove 215 of the gap blocking member 200. The gap blocking member 200 may be attached or adhered to the window frame 1010 as needed.

[0134] refer to Fig.22c , the window type air conditioner 1B can be set on the window frame 1010. At this time, the position of the indoor module 2 and the position of the outdoor module 3 of the window type air conditioner 1B are fixed by the connection support module 100B and the temporary plate 152. The connection support module 100 of the window type air conditioner 1B can be inserted into the opening 210 of the gap blocking member 200.

[0135] refer to Fig.22d , the window air conditioner 1B can be fixed to the window frame 1010. For example, the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 can be fixed to the window frame 1010 using the bracket B2, so that the window air conditioner 1 is fixed to the window frame 1010. For example, each of the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 can be fixed to the window frame 1010 using two brackets B2.

[0136] As described above, the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 may be fixed to the window frame 1010 using the bracket B2. Therefore, the position of the indoor module 2 and the position of the outdoor module 3 may be maintained by the bracket B2.

[0137] refer to Fig.22e , the temporary support portion 150 is removed from the window air conditioner 1. For example, by loosening the fastening member 160, the other temporary plate 151 of the temporary support portion 150A can be separated from the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3. Because the window air conditioner 1 is fixed to the window frame 1010 by the bracket B2, the relative positions of the indoor module 2 and the outdoor module 3 can be fixed even when the temporary support portion 150A is removed.

[0138] refer to Figure 22f , since the temporary support portion 150A is removed, the window sash 1000 can be moved closer to the connection support module 100B. Therefore, the user or worker can move the window sash 1000 to be in close contact with the gap blocking member 200. Therefore, it is possible to minimize the noise generated by the outdoor module 3 of the window air conditioner 1 from entering between the window sash 1000 and the window frame 1010.

[0139] refer to Figure 22g, the second gap blocking member 300 may be inserted between the window sashes 1000. The gap between the window sashes 1000 and 1000 is blocked by the second gap blocking member 300. Therefore, the noise generated by the outdoor module 3 of the window type air conditioner 1 can be minimized from entering between the window sashes 1000 and 1000.

[0140] Although reference has been made to the embodiments of the present disclosure illustrated in the accompanying drawings for the purpose of understanding the present disclosure and specific terms have been used to describe the embodiments of the present disclosure, the scope of the present disclosure is not limited by the specific terms and the present disclosure is to be construed as covering all embodiments that would normally occur to one of ordinary skill in the art.

[0141] The specific implementations described herein correspond only to embodiments of the present disclosure and do not limit the scope of the present disclosure in any way. For the sake of brevity of the specification, conventional electronic configurations, control systems, software and other functional aspects of the system may be omitted. In addition, the connecting lines or connectors shown in the various figures are intended to represent exemplary functional connections and / or physical or logical connections between the components in the figure, and in actual devices, the connections between the components can be represented by many alternative or additional functional relationships, physical connections or logical connections. In addition, unless an element is specifically described as essential, "critical", etc., the element may not necessarily be essential to the practice of the present disclosure. As used herein, terms such as "including", "comprising" and the like are understood to be open terms for describing embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0142] The use of the term "said" and similar references in the context of describing the present disclosure (especially in the context of the appended claims) should be interpreted as covering the singular and the plural. In addition, the statement of the range of values ​​herein is intended only to be used as a shorthand method for individually referencing each individual value falling within the range (unless otherwise specified herein), and each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if stated individually herein. Finally, the operations of the methods of the present disclosure described herein may be performed in any suitable order, unless expressly provided herein or contradicted by the context. The present disclosure is not limited to the described order of operations. The use of any and all examples or exemplary language (e.g., "such as", etc.) provided herein is intended only to be used to describe the present disclosure in detail and does not constitute a limitation on the scope of the present disclosure, unless otherwise limited by the claims. In addition, various changes and modifications will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A window air conditioner capable of being mounted on a window frame (1), the window air conditioner comprising: An outdoor module (3), the outdoor module comprising: a compressor (31) configured to compress a refrigerant, an outdoor heat exchanger (32) configured to perform heat exchange between outdoor air and the refrigerant, and an outdoor housing (35) configured to accommodate the compressor and the outdoor heat exchanger; An indoor module (2), the indoor module comprising: an indoor heat exchanger (21) configured to perform heat exchange between indoor air and the refrigerant, and an indoor housing (24) spaced apart from the outdoor housing and configured to accommodate the indoor heat exchanger; a refrigerant pipe (40) through which the refrigerant moves between the indoor module and the outdoor module; and A connection support module (100), the connection support module comprising: a first connecting rod (110) having an inner circumferential surface, and a sealing member (140), the sealing member being arranged inside the first connecting rod, Wherein, the connection support module is configured such that: The connection support module connects the indoor module and the outdoor module, and the connection support module supports the positional relationship between the indoor module and the outdoor module. The refrigerant tube extends through the first connecting rod so that an inner circumferential surface of the first connecting rod is spaced apart from an outer circumferential surface of the refrigerant tube, and The sealing member is disposed between an outer circumferential surface of the refrigerant tube and an inner circumferential surface of the first connecting rod to form a seal between the refrigerant tube and the first connecting rod.

2. The window air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein: The width (W1, W2) of the first connecting rod (110) is greater than the diameter (R1, R2) of the refrigerant pipe and less than or equal to 5 times the diameter (R1, R2) of the refrigerant pipe.

3. The window air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein: The height (H1, H2) of the first connecting rod (110) is greater than the width of the first connecting rod and less than or equal to 5 times the width of the first connecting rod.

4. The window air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein: The refrigerant pipe (40) comprises: a first refrigerant pipe (41) configured to be connected between the compressor and the indoor heat exchanger, and a second refrigerant pipe (42) configured to be connected between the outdoor heat exchanger and the indoor heat exchanger, and The first connecting rod (110) comprises: a first refrigerant connection frame (111), the first refrigerant connection frame being configured to surround the first refrigerant pipe, and A second refrigerant connection frame (112), the second refrigerant connection frame being configured to surround the second refrigerant pipe.

5. The window air conditioner according to claim 4, wherein: The first refrigerant connecting frame (111) and the second refrigerant connecting frame (112) are spaced apart from each other in a vertical direction (Z).

6. The window air conditioner according to claim 5, wherein: The connection support module (100A) comprises a reinforcing plate (130) arranged between the first refrigerant connection frame (111) and the second refrigerant connection frame (112).

7. The window air conditioner according to claim 4, wherein: The first refrigerant connecting frame (111) and the second refrigerant connecting frame (112) are configured to contact each other in a vertical direction.

8. The window air conditioner of claim 1, further comprising: an electric wire (43) configured to form an electrical connection between the indoor module and the outdoor module, The connection support module further comprises a second connection rod (120), the second connection rod being configured to accommodate the electric wire therein and having a structure surrounding the electric wire.

9. The window air conditioner of claim 1, further comprising: A temporary support portion (150), the temporary support portion is connected between the indoor module and the outdoor module in a detachable manner, and the temporary support portion is configured as follows: supporting the positional relationship between the indoor module and the outdoor module, and is removed before the window air conditioner is installed on the window frame.

10. The window air conditioner according to claim 9, wherein: The indoor housing and the outdoor housing respectively include first fastening holes (241, 351) configured to receive a fastening member (160), The temporary support portion includes a plurality of second fastening holes (1501) corresponding to the first fastening holes of each of the indoor housing and the outdoor housing, When the fastening member is received in the first fastening hole and the plurality of second fastening holes, the temporary support portion is fixed to the indoor case and the outdoor case, and When the fastening member is separated from the first fastening hole and the plurality of second fastening holes, the temporary supporting portion is separated from the indoor case and the outdoor case.

11. The window air conditioner according to claim 9, wherein: The temporary support portion (150A) includes a pair of support plates (151, 152) detachably connected to the indoor module and the outdoor module on opposite sides, respectively.

12. The window air conditioner of claim 1, further comprising: A gap blocking member (200) includes openings (211, 212, 213) configured to accommodate the connection support module, and the gap blocking member is configured to form a seal between the window sash and the window frame.

13. The window air conditioner of claim 1, further comprising: a drain hose (44) configured to transfer condensed water generated by the indoor heat exchanger to the outdoor module, The height of at least a portion of the drain hose is decreased from the indoor module to the outdoor module, so that the condensed water moves toward the outdoor module due to gravity.

14. A method for installing a window air conditioner on a window frame, the method comprising: preparing the window type air conditioner, the window type air conditioner comprising: an indoor module, an outdoor module separated from the indoor module, a connection support module configured to connect the indoor module and the outdoor module and support the positional relationship between the indoor module and the outdoor module, and a temporary support portion configured to connect the indoor module to the outdoor module and to be detachably connected to the indoor module and the outdoor module; installing a gap blocking member including an opening on the window frame; arranging the window air conditioner on the window frame so that the connection support module is inserted into the opening of the gap blocking member; fixing the indoor module and the outdoor module of the window air conditioner to the window frame using brackets; and The temporary supporting portion is separated from the indoor module and the outdoor module.

15. The method according to claim 14, wherein: The temporary supporting portion includes a pair of supporting plates detachably connected to the indoor module and the outdoor module on opposite sides, respectively, and The method further comprises: before moving the window air conditioner so that the connection support module of the window air conditioner is inserted into the opening of the gap blocking member, separating one of the pair of support plates from the indoor module and the outdoor module, Wherein, separating the temporary supporting portion comprises: separating the remaining one of the pair of supporting plates from the indoor module and the outdoor module.

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