Cooking device
By controlling the operation of the vacuum module and oil control switch in the cooking device, the problem of oil reflux in the gas pressure in the frying barrel is solved, and a better cooking effect and taste of the ingredients are achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202411909331.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-23
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-28
AI Technical Summary
During the cooking process, the air pressure in the frying barrel affects the oil reflux of the ingredients, affecting the cooking effect.
The frying chamber is pumped by the control vacuum module, and after cooking, the oil in the frying chamber flows into the oil box through the oil control switch, and then releases pressure to avoid the ingredients from re-sucking oil.
It effectively avoids oil reflux in ingredients and improves the cooking effect and taste of ingredients.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of cooking equipment, and in particular to a cooking device. Background Art
[0002] With the improvement of living standards, cooking devices have gradually become an indispensable electrical appliance in home life. A cooking device, such as an oven, a steamer or a steam oven, is a cooking device that holds food in a closed space and heats and cooks the food.
[0003] In the related cooking device, the cooking device includes a box body and an inner pot arranged in the box body. A cooking cavity is formed inside the inner pot, and the food in the cooking cavity is cooked at high temperature. In order to enrich the functions of the cooking device, a frying barrel is provided to fry the food at low temperature. The cooking device also includes structures such as a frying barrel, a vacuum module, and an oil drain module. During the cooking process, the vacuum module is used to evacuate the frying barrel to reduce the air pressure in the frying barrel.
[0004] When cooking is completed, the frying barrel will be depressurized and the oil will be drained. However, at this time, due to the influence of the air pressure in the frying barrel, the oil in the frying barrel will be pressed into the food, causing the food to return oil and resulting in poor cooking results.
[0005] In view of this, this application is filed. Summary of the invention
[0006] During the cooking process, the present application controls the vacuum module to evacuate the frying chamber; after the cooking is completed, the oil control switch is first controlled to be turned on, so that the oil in the frying chamber flows into the oil box through the first oil outlet; and then the pressure relief switch is controlled to be turned on to relieve the pressure in the frying chamber, thereby avoiding the situation where the pressure is relieved first and then the food re-absorbs the oil, which affects the taste of the food.
[0007] The present invention provides a cooking device, which comprises: a box body, which forms an outer shell of the cooking device; an inner pot, which is arranged in the box body; a frying barrel, which is arranged in the box body and located on one side of the inner pot, and a frying cavity is formed in the frying barrel; a vacuum module, which is connected to the frying cavity and is used to vacuum the frying cavity; wherein the frying barrel comprises a barrel body, a barrel cover, a net barrel, and a first oil discharge port arranged at the bottom of the barrel body; the frying cavity is formed inside the barrel body; the barrel cover is rotatably covered on the top surface of the barrel body, and the barrel cover is used to open and close the frying cavity.
[0008] The first oil discharge port is used to discharge the oil in the frying cavity; the vacuum joint is used to discharge the air in the frying cavity or to inhale external air.
[0009] An oil box is arranged below the barrel, and the second oil inlet of the oil box is connected with the first oil outlet;
[0010] An oil control switch, which is used to control whether the frying chamber is connected to the oil box;
[0011] A pressure relief channel, one end of which is connected to the frying chamber, and the other end of which is connected to the air;
[0012] A pressure relief switch, which is arranged in the pressure relief channel and is used to control whether the frying chamber is connected to the air;
[0013] A controller electrically connected to the vacuum module and the oil control switch;
[0014] The controller is configured to, during the cooking process, control the vacuum module to evacuate the frying chamber; after the cooking is completed, first control the oil control switch to open so that the oil in the frying chamber flows into the oil box through the first oil discharge port and the second oil inlet port; and then control the pressure relief switch to open to relieve the pressure in the frying chamber.
[0015] In the above scheme, after cooking is finished, the oil is first discharged into the oil box by its own gravity, and then the pressure is released, so as to avoid the food re-absorbing the oil after the pressure is released, which affects the taste of the food.
[0016] In some embodiments, the cooking device further comprises:
[0017] A heating assembly is disposed at the bottom of the barrel and is used to heat the frying cavity;
[0018] The controller is configured to control the heating component to heat the frying cavity before cooking so that the temperature of the frying cavity reaches a target preset temperature.
[0019] In some embodiments, the fryer further comprises;
[0020] A vacuum joint is provided at the top of the barrel body and is used for exhausting the air in the frying cavity or for external air to enter the frying cavity; the cooking device also includes:
[0021] A condensation assembly is provided with a third air inlet and a third air outlet, the third air inlet is connected to the vacuum joint; the third air outlet is connected to the first air inlet of the vacuum module;
[0022] When the vacuum module evacuates the frying chamber, the airflow passes through the vacuum joint and the third air inlet in sequence and enters the condensation assembly to condense the gas.
[0023] In some embodiments, the oil cartridge comprises:
[0024] An oil box housing is provided with an oil containing cavity;
[0025] A second air inlet is provided on the oil box housing, and the second air inlet is communicated with the vacuum joint;
[0026] A second air outlet is provided on the oil box housing; the second air outlet is communicated with the third air inlet of the condensing component, and the third air outlet of the condensing component is communicated with the first air inlet;
[0027] When the vacuum module evacuates the frying chamber, the airflow passes through the vacuum joint, the second air inlet, the oil containing chamber, the second air outlet, and the third air inlet in sequence and enters the condensation assembly to condense the gas.
[0028] The design of the oil box achieves multiple functions such as efficient vacuuming, prevention of oil fume pollution, optimization of gas treatment process and improvement of condensation effect through the reasonable arrangement of the second air inlet, oil containing cavity, second air outlet and connection with the condensation component, which significantly improves the performance of the equipment and the user experience.
[0029] In some embodiments, the cooking device comprises:
[0030] The water storage box is connected to the first air outlet of the vacuum module. When the vacuum module is evacuating the frying chamber, the gas extracted by the vacuum module enters the water storage box through the first air outlet, so as to avoid condensation inside the cooking device when the humidity of the extracted gas is still maintained at a high level.
[0031] In some embodiments, the cooking device further comprises an air cooling component, the air cooling component comprising:
[0032] a heat dissipation channel, which is provided with a fourth air inlet and a fourth air outlet, the fourth air inlet is connected to the second air outlet, and the fourth air outlet is connected to the third air inlet;
[0033] An air-cooling fan is arranged outside the heat dissipation channel;
[0034] The controller is configured to control the air cooling fan to operate during the cooking process.
[0035] The heat dissipation channel in the air cooling component is designed with a fourth air inlet and a fourth air outlet, the fourth air inlet is connected to the second air outlet, and the fourth air outlet is connected to the third air inlet. This design allows air to circulate in the heat dissipation channel to take away the heat generated during the cooking process, thereby effectively reducing the temperature inside the cooking device and reducing the humidity of the extracted gas.
[0036] In some embodiments, a first drain port is further provided on the condensing assembly, and the first drain port is connected to the water storage box;
[0037] The cooking device also includes:
[0038] A drainage channel, which is used to connect the first drainage port and the water storage box;
[0039] A drainage water pump, which is arranged on the drainage channel;
[0040] The controller is configured to, after the pressure is released, turn on the drainage water pump, so that the condensed water in the condensation assembly flows into the water storage box.
[0041] The first drain port is connected to the water storage box through a drain channel, and a drain pump is provided on the drain channel. After the pressure is released, the controller automatically turns on the drain pump, so that the condensed water in the condensation assembly can flow into the water storage box quickly and smoothly. This design ensures the effective discharge of condensed water and avoids secondary pollution and equipment failure caused by the accumulation of condensed water.
[0042] Through the automatic control of the controller, the condensed water can be discharged in time to avoid excessive condensed water remaining in the condensation component. This can not only keep the inside of the equipment dry, but also effectively reduce the growth of bacteria and odor, and improve the hygiene level of the equipment.
[0043] In some embodiments, the cooking device further comprises a driving module, which is disposed at the bottom of the net barrel and is used to drive the net barrel to rotate;
[0044] The controller is configured to control the driving module to drive the net barrel to rotate so as to deoil the food by utilizing centrifugal force after the pressure relief switch is turned on for a certain period of time.
[0045] By using the centrifugal force, the fat on the surface of the food can be effectively thrown out, achieving a more thorough degreasing effect. This not only improves the taste of the food, but also reduces the intake of fat, which meets the needs of a healthy diet.
[0046] In some embodiments, the cooking device further comprises:
[0047] Oil discharge pump;
[0048] An oil storage box connected to the second oil outlet of the oil box;
[0049] The controller is configured to start the oil drain pump after the pressure is released, so that the oil in the oil box flows into the oil storage box through the second oil outlet.
[0050] The controller can automatically start the oil drain pump according to the needs during the cooking process to ensure that the waste oil in the frying chamber is discharged in time. This not only simplifies the operation steps, but also improves the working efficiency and automation of the equipment and reduces the need for manual intervention.
[0051] In some embodiments of the present application, a cooking device is further provided, the cooking device comprising:
[0052] A box body, which forms the outer contour of the cooking device;
[0053] An inner tank, which is arranged inside the box body;
[0054] A frying barrel is arranged in the box body and located on one side of the inner pot. A frying cavity is formed in the frying barrel. The frying barrel includes:
[0055] A barrel body, wherein a frying cavity is formed inside the barrel body;
[0056] A first oil discharge port, which is provided at the bottom of the barrel body and is used to discharge the oil in the barrel body;
[0057] A barrel cover, which is arranged on the top surface of the barrel body and is used to open and close the frying chamber;
[0058] The net barrel is arranged inside the barrel body, the inside of the net barrel is connected with the inside of the barrel body, and the inside of the net barrel can be used to place ingredients to be cooked;
[0059] A vacuum module is connected to the frying chamber, and is used to evacuate air from the frying chamber;
[0060] An oil box is arranged below the barrel, and an oil inlet of the oil box is connected to the first oil outlet;
[0061] An oil control switch, which is used to control whether the frying chamber is connected to the oil box;
[0062] A controller electrically connected to the vacuum module and the oil control switch;
[0063] The controller is configured to, during the cooking process, control the vacuum module to evacuate the frying chamber; after the cooking is completed, control the oil control switch to turn on so that the oil in the frying chamber flows into the oil box through the first oil outlet; and then control the vacuum module to turn off so that the air outside the frying chamber can enter the frying chamber.
[0064] In the above scheme, the controller can automatically control the actions of the vacuum module and the oil control switch, simplifying the operation process and improving cooking efficiency. After cooking, the controller can automatically turn on the oil control switch to allow the waste oil in the frying chamber to be discharged smoothly, and then turn off the vacuum module to allow external air to naturally enter the frying chamber, which can reduce the oil return of the ingredients after cooking. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0065] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of a cooking device according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0066] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Schematic diagram of some internal structures;
[0067] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle drawer and the drawer box;
[0068] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure in another state;
[0069] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle drawer;
[0070] Figure 6 yes Figure 5A schematic diagram of a decomposed structure;
[0071] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the structure inside the middle drawer;
[0072] Figure 8 It is a partial structural schematic diagram of a drawer in one embodiment of the present application;
[0073] Fig. 9 yes Figure 8 Schematic diagram of the structure from another perspective;
[0074] Fig.10 yes Figure 8 Schematic diagram of the structure from another perspective;
[0075] Fig.11 is another partial structural schematic diagram of a drawer according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0076] Fig.12 yes Fig.11 Schematic diagram of the structure from another perspective;
[0077] Fig.13 is another partial structural schematic diagram of a drawer according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0078] Fig.14 is a top view of a drawer of an embodiment of the present application;
[0079] Fig.15 yes Fig.14 Sectional view at the AA position;
[0080] Fig.16 is another partial structural schematic diagram of a drawer according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0081] Fig.17 is another partial structural schematic diagram of a drawer according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0082] Fig.18 is a front view of another partial structure of a drawer according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0083] Fig.19 yes Fig.18 Sectional view at the AA position;
[0084] Fig. 20 It is a partial exploded view of the inner components of a drawer of an embodiment of the present application;
[0085] Fig.21 is a partial exploded view of an oil discharge module according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0086] Fig. 22 is a partial exploded view of a drainage module according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0087] Fig.23 is a schematic structural diagram of an air cooling module according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0088] Fig.24 It is the preheating control logic of the cooking device in this application;
[0089] Fig.25 is the cooking control logic of the cooking device in this application;
[0090] Fig.26 is the post-cooking control logic of the cooking device in this application;
[0091] The following are the descriptions of the reference numerals:
[0092] Box body 1; supporting top plate 14; supporting back plate 15; box door 12; inner tank 11; cooking cavity 10; drawer box 2;
[0093] Top cover 22; drawer 21; heat dissipation duct 13, heat dissipation fan 131, heat dissipation hood 132; frying barrel 3
[0094] Barrel body 31; frying chamber 30; vacuum joint 313; oil drain joint 318; first oil drain port 311; oil leakage port 345;
[0095] Bucket cover 32; mesh 334 of net bucket 33; turntable 34; filter cover 35; filter tank 301; vacuum module 4;
[0096] Air cooling component 42; heat dissipation component 421; heat dissipation channel 4211; fourth air inlet 4212; fourth air outlet 4213;
[0097] Cooling fan 422; condenser 43; first interface 431; second interface 432; condenser tube; first water inlet pipe 433;
[0098] First water outlet pipe 434; condensation assembly 45; third air inlet 451; third air outlet 452; first drain outlet 453;
[0099] Drainage component 454; vacuum pump 41; first air inlet; first air outlet; exhaust pipe 411; drainage module 6
[0100] Water storage box 61; drainage channel 62; drainage water pump 63; drainage switch valve 64; second storage box 85;
[0101] Oil drain module 7; oil control switch 74; oil storage box 72; first storage box 75; oil drain pump 73;
[0102] Oil drain pipe 71: frying drum and oil box, oil box and oil storage box; oil drain connector 318; oil box 76;
[0103] Second oil inlet 761; second oil outlet 762; oil box housing 763; second air inlet 764;
[0104] Second air outlet 765; fifth air outlet 766:
[0105] Driving module 5; driving shaft 51; driving unit 52; conveyor belt 53; pressure relief module 8;
[0106] Pressure relief channel 81; pressure relief switch 82; heating tube 315;
[0107] Oil inlet connector 751; oil inlet port 721; oil level detection assembly 722; first storage box 75;
[0108] Second storage box 85; water inlet connector 851; water inlet connector 851; water level detection component 823. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0109] Typical embodiments that embody the features and advantages of the present invention will be described in detail in the following description. It should be understood that the present invention can have various changes in different embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention, and the descriptions and illustrations therein are essentially used for illustration purposes rather than for limiting the present invention.
[0110] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the referred device or element must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present application.
[0111] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of this application, "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.
[0112] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, or it can be an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be the internal communication of two components. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to specific circumstances.
[0113] Reference Figure 1 In an embodiment of the present application, a cooking device is provided. The cooking device includes a housing 1. The housing 1 is configured as a shell of the cooking device. The housing 1 may be a rectangular hollow structure. It should be noted that, in other embodiments, the housing 1 may also adopt a shell structure of other shapes. The specific shape of the housing 1 may be adjusted as needed and is not limited here.
[0114] Reference Figure 2 In some embodiments, a cooking cavity 10 may be formed in the housing 1. The cooking cavity 10 may be used for high temperature cooking such as steaming and baking food.
[0115] In some embodiments, a take-in / put-out opening may be provided on the front wall of the housing 1. The take-in / put-out opening may be connected to the cooking cavity 10. Food materials may be placed into the cooking cavity 10 through the take-in / put-out opening.
[0116] In some embodiments, the cooking device may include an inner pot 11. The inner pot 11 may be disposed in the housing 1. A cooking cavity 10 is formed in the inner pot 11. The front end of the inner pot 11 has an opening, and the front end opening of the inner pot 11 may be connected to a take-in and put-out port (not shown in the figure), that is, the take-in and put-out port may be connected to the cooking cavity 10 inside the inner pot 11 through the front end opening of the inner pot 11.
[0117] Reference Figure 1 , 2 In some embodiments, a door 12 may be provided on the front side of the cabinet 1. The door 12 may be opposite to the access opening on the front side of the cabinet 1. The door 12 is used to open and close the access opening on the front side of the cabinet 1, so that the door 12 can open and close the cooking cavity 10 in the inner pot 11.
[0118] Reference Figure 2 In some embodiments, a heater (not shown) may be provided in the housing 1. The heater may be used to create a high temperature environment in the cooking cavity 10 of the inner pot 11, thereby realizing the roasting and baking functions of the cooking device.
[0119] In some embodiments, the heater may be disposed on the inner wall of the inner pot 11 , such as the top of the cooking cavity 10 .
[0120] It should be noted that in other embodiments, the heater may also be disposed at the back or bottom of the cooking cavity 10 , or on other side walls of the cooking cavity 10 .
[0121] Reference Figure 2 In some embodiments, a heat dissipation duct 13 may be provided in the box body 1. One end of the heat dissipation duct 13 may be connected to the inside of the box body 1. The other end of the heat dissipation duct 13 may be connected to the external space of the box body 1. The heat dissipation duct 13 may be used to discharge air to the outside of the box body 1 to dissipate heat. The heat in the box body 1 may be discharged to the outside of the box body 1 through the heat dissipation duct 13, thereby achieving the heat dissipation function inside the box body 1.
[0122] In some embodiments, a heat dissipation fan 131 may be provided in the heat dissipation duct 13. The heat dissipation fan 131 may be used to provide wind power. When the heat dissipation fan 131 is running, the air inlet end of the heat dissipation duct 13 may draw air in the box body 1, and discharge the air to the outside of the box body 1 through the air outlet end of the heat dissipation duct 13 to dissipate heat, thereby realizing the heat dissipation function inside the box body 1.
[0123] In some embodiments, the end of the heat dissipation duct 13 communicating with the housing 1 may be an air inlet end. The end of the heat dissipation duct 13 communicating with the outside of the housing 1 may be an air outlet end. The heat dissipation fan 131 may be disposed at the air inlet end of the heat dissipation duct 13.
[0124] It should be noted that, in other embodiments, the heat dissipation fan 131 may also be disposed at other positions of the heat dissipation duct 13 .
[0125] Reference Figure 2 In some embodiments, the heat dissipation duct 13 may be disposed in the top area of the housing 1. The heat dissipation duct 13 may be disposed above the top of the cooking cavity 10. The heat dissipation duct 13 may be disposed above the top of the inner pot 11.
[0126] It should be noted that, in some other embodiments, the heat dissipation duct 13 may also be provided at other positions of the cooking cavity 10 and the inner pot 11. The heat dissipation duct 13 may also be provided at other positions in the box body 1.
[0127] Reference Figure 2 In some embodiments, a supporting top plate 14 may be provided in the box body 1. The supporting top plate 14 may be provided above the inner tank 11 at intervals. The heat dissipation duct 13 may be arranged above the top of the supporting top plate 14.
[0128] In some embodiments, a heat dissipation hood 132 may be provided on the top surface of the supporting top plate 14. The heat dissipation hood 132 and the supporting top plate 14 may enclose a heat dissipation duct 13. At this time, the rear end of the heat dissipation hood 132 may serve as the air inlet end of the heat dissipation duct 13. The heat dissipation fan 131 may be provided at the rear end of the heat dissipation hood 132. The front end of the heat dissipation hood 132 may face the front side of the box body 1 and serve as the air outlet end of the heat dissipation duct 13.
[0129] In some embodiments, a support back plate 15 may be provided in the box body 1. The support back plate 15 may be provided on the back side of the inner liner 11. The bottom of the support back plate 15 may be supported on the box body 1. The top of the support back plate 15 may be connected to the rear end of the support top plate 14. The front end of the support top plate 14 may be fixed on the box body 1, so that the support top plate 14 can be stably fixed on the upper side of the inner liner 11.
[0130] Reference Figure 2 In some embodiments, a steam generator (not shown) may be provided in the housing 1. The steam generator may be provided outside the inner pot 11. The steam generator may be connected to the cooking cavity 10 in the inner pot 11 through a steam pipeline, thereby creating a high-temperature steam environment in the cooking cavity 10 of the inner pot 11, and realizing the steam cooking function in the cooking cavity 10.
[0131] In some embodiments, the steam generator may be disposed on the rear wall of the supporting back plate 15. It should be noted that, in some other embodiments, the steam generator may also be directly disposed on the rear wall of the inner container 11.
[0132] Reference Figure 2 In some embodiments, the cooking device may include a water storage box 16. The water storage box 16 may be used to store water. The water storage box 16 may be disposed in the housing 1. The water storage box 16 may be used to supply water to the steam generator, the interior of the cooking cavity 10, and the like.
[0133] In some embodiments, the water storage box 16 may be disposed on the top surface of the support top plate 14. It should be noted that, in some other embodiments, the water storage box 16 may also be disposed at other positions in the box body 1.
[0134] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle drawer 21 and the drawer box 2. Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure in another state.
[0135] Reference Figure 3 , 4 In some embodiments, the cooking device may include a drawer box 2. The drawer box may be arranged below the bottom or above the top of the inner pot.
[0136] A drawer 21 may be provided in the drawer box 2. The drawer 21 may be arranged inside the drawer box 2 in a retractable manner. A withdrawal opening (not shown) may be provided at the front end of the drawer box 2. The drawer 21 may be slidably pushed into the drawer box 2 through the withdrawal opening. The drawer 21 may also be slidably pulled out from the withdrawal opening.
[0137] In some embodiments, the drawer box 2 can be arranged outside the inner container 11. The drawer box 2 can be arranged below the bottom of the box body 1, so that the drawer 21 can be arranged below the bottom of the inner container 11.
[0138] It should be noted that, in some other embodiments, the drawer box 2 may also be disposed inside the box body 1. The drawer box 2 may be disposed below the bottom of the inner liner 11. Alternatively, in other embodiments, the drawer box 2 may also be integrally formed with the box body 1.
[0139] Reference Figure 5-8 As shown, in some embodiments, the cooking device may include a vacuum frying system. The vacuum frying system can be used to perform vacuum low-temperature frying on the food. Compared with conventional frying, the oil temperature during vacuum low-temperature frying is usually controlled between 80°C and 100°C, which is much lower than the 160°C to 230°C of conventional frying. Such low-temperature treatment can effectively reduce the damage to heat-sensitive nutrients in food, such as vitamins and antioxidants, thereby better preserving the nutritional value of the food.
[0140] It should be noted that in a vacuum environment, the boiling point of water in food is lowered and can evaporate quickly, which greatly shortens the drying time. This not only improves production efficiency, but also reduces the adverse changes that may occur in food due to long-term high-temperature treatment, and makes the food crispy and delicious.
[0141] Because the food is fried under vacuum, the moisture in the food can be directly converted into steam and escaped instead of absorbing a large amount of oil. Therefore, the oil content of vacuum fried food can be significantly lower than that of traditional fried food, generally between 10% and 20%, which helps to provide a healthier diet option.
[0142] Low temperature treatment and rapid dehydration help to maintain the original color and flavor of food. The aroma and flavor components in food are not easily lost in a vacuum state, but will be concentrated due to the reduction of water, making the product taste crispier and more flavorful.
[0143] During the vacuum frying process, due to the extremely low moisture content and the fact that it is carried out in an oxygen-free environment, the growth of microorganisms can be effectively inhibited, the shelf life of food can be extended, and it is easy to store and transport.
[0144] This technology is applicable to a variety of food raw materials, including but not limited to fruits, vegetables, dried fruits, aquatic products, and livestock and poultry meat, and can produce snack foods with unique taste and rich nutrition.
[0145] Before frying, the frying chamber 30 may be preheated to prevent excessive oil absorption by the food due to frying in cold oil.
[0146] During the frying process, the food needs to go through a gradual process of heating, dehydration, coloring and maturation from the outside to the inside. The air extracted by the vacuum module contains a high humidity. If the air extracted by the vacuum module is allowed to be discharged outside the box, the risk of burns to the user will increase. If the extracted air is discharged into the cooking device, the internal humidity will be too high, affecting the service life of the internal components.
[0147] After frying, the frying barrel 3 needs to be depressurized and the fried oil needs to be discharged, which easily leads to the problem of oil backflow of ingredients after cooking.
[0148] Reference Figure 4 In some embodiments, a top cover 22 may be provided on the top surface of the drawer 21. The top cover 22 may cover the top opening of the drawer 21. The top cover 22 may encapsulate the frying tub 3, the vacuum module 4, the driving module 5, the drainage module, etc. in the vacuum frying system inside the drawer 21.
[0149] Reference Figure 2-8 As shown, in some embodiments, the vacuum frying system can be arranged inside the drawer 21. It should be noted that, in other embodiments, the vacuum frying system can also be arranged in the box 1, and the vacuum frying system can be arranged in other areas outside the inner pot 11.
[0150] Reference Figure 5-8 As shown, in some embodiments, the vacuum frying system may include a frying barrel 3. A frying chamber 30 may be formed inside the frying barrel 3. The frying chamber 30 may be used to place oil, and the food in the frying chamber 30 may be fried after the oil is heated.
[0151] In some embodiments, the vacuum frying system may include a vacuum module 4. The vacuum module 4 may be connected to the frying chamber 30 in the frying barrel 3. The vacuum module 4 is used to evacuate the frying chamber 30. Therefore, the food may be vacuum fried in the frying chamber 30.
[0152] In some embodiments, a vacuum joint 313 connected to the frying chamber 30 may be provided on the outer wall of the frying barrel 3. The vacuum module 4 may be connected to the vacuum joint 313. The vacuum module 4 may extract the air in the frying chamber 30 through the vacuum joint 313, thereby achieving vacuumization in the frying chamber 30.
[0153] Reference Fig. 20 In some embodiments, the frying barrel 3 may include a barrel body 31. A frying cavity 30 may be formed inside the barrel body 31. An opening communicating with the frying cavity 30 may be provided at the top of the barrel body 31.
[0154] In some embodiments, the vacuum connector 313 may be protrudingly disposed on the outer wall of the barrel body 31. The vacuum connector 313 may be disposed at a top region of the outer wall of the barrel body 31. The vacuum connector 313 may be disposed close to the top opening of the barrel body 31.
[0155] Reference Figure 6 In some embodiments, the frying barrel 3 may include a barrel cover 32. The barrel cover 32 may be movably covered on the top surface of the barrel body 31. The barrel cover 32 may be used for the top opening of the barrel body 31, and further for opening and closing the frying chamber 30.
[0156] In some embodiments, the barrel cover 32 can be rotatably covered on the top surface of the barrel body 31. The barrel cover 32 can rotate relative to the barrel body 31 to open or close the frying chamber 30.
[0157] It should be noted that, in other embodiments, the barrel cover 32 may also be detachably covered on the top opening of the barrel body 31 .
[0158] In some embodiments, when the drawer 21 is pulled out from the drawer box 2 , the barrel cover 32 can be exposed from the drawer box 2 , so that the barrel cover 32 can be rotated to open or close the top opening of the barrel body 31 , thereby facilitating the opening and closing of the frying chamber 30 .
[0159] Reference Fig.26 In some embodiments, the frying barrel 3 may include a net barrel 33. The net barrel 33 may be disposed in the frying chamber 30. The inside of the net barrel 33 may be used to place food to be fried. The oil in the frying chamber 30 may enter the inside of the net barrel 33, and then fry the food in the net barrel 33.
[0160] In some embodiments, the net barrel 33 can be rotatably disposed in the frying chamber 30. During the vacuum low-temperature frying process, the net barrel 33 can rotate in the frying chamber 30, thereby driving the food in the net barrel 33 to rotate in the frying chamber 30, which can improve the frying efficiency and frying uniformity of the food in the net barrel 33.
[0161] In some embodiments, the top of the net barrel 33 may be provided with an opening. The food to be fried can be put into the net barrel 33 through the top opening of the net barrel 33. The fried food can be taken out through the top opening of the net barrel 33.
[0162] In some embodiments, a net bucket cover is provided at the opening of the net bucket 33. When food is put into the net bucket, the net bucket cover is used to close the opening of the net bucket 33 to prevent the food from escaping from the net bucket 33 during the de-oiling process.
[0163] In some embodiments, the net bucket cover and the net bucket are detachably connected using internal locks.
[0164] Reference Figure 7 In some embodiments, the vacuum frying system may include a driving module 5. The driving module 5 may be in transmission connection with the net barrel 33. The driving module 5 may drive the net barrel 33 to rotate in the frying chamber 30.
[0165] In some embodiments, the driving module 5 may include a driving unit 52. The driving unit 52 may be disposed on one side of the barrel body 31. The driving module further includes a driving shaft 51. The bottom end of the driving shaft 51 may protrude from the bottom of the barrel body 31. The bottom end of the driving shaft 51 may be exposed at the bottom of the barrel body 31. The bottom end of the driving shaft 51 may be drivingly connected to the output shaft of the driving unit 52.
[0166] Therefore, the driving unit 52 can drive the driving shaft 51 to rotate, and then the driving shaft 51 can drive the net barrel 33 to rotate in the frying chamber 30.
[0167] In some embodiments, the driving module 5 may include a transmission belt 53. The transmission belt 53 may be disposed between the driving unit 52 and the driving shaft 51. One end of the transmission belt 53 may be transmission-connected to the output end of the driving unit 52. The other end of the transmission belt 53 may be transmission-connected to one end of the driving shaft 51 exposed at the bottom of the barrel body 31. The driving unit 52 can drive the driving shaft 51 to rotate through the transmission belt 53, thereby driving the net barrel 33 to rotate synchronously in the frying chamber 30.
[0168] In some embodiments, the driving unit 52 may be a driving motor, and the output shaft of the driving motor is connected to the driving shaft 51 through a transmission belt 53 .
[0169] Reference Fig.15 In some embodiments, the frying tub 3 may include a turntable 34. The turntable 34 may be rotatably disposed in the frying chamber 30. The net barrel 33 may be detachably supported on the top surface of the turntable 34. The driving end of the driving module 5 is connected to the turntable. When the driving module 5 rotates, the driving unit can drive the turntable and the net barrel to rotate synchronously in the frying chamber 30.
[0170] Reference Fig. 20 In some embodiments, mesh holes 334 may be provided on the bottom wall of the net barrel 33. The oil in the frying chamber 30 may enter the inside of the net barrel 33 through the mesh holes 334 on the bottom wall of the net barrel 33, and the food inside the net barrel 33 may be fried. A plurality of mesh holes 334 may be provided on the bottom wall of the net barrel 33. The plurality of mesh holes 334 may be arranged at intervals on the bottom wall of the net barrel 33. The number and intervals of the mesh holes 334 on the bottom wall of the net barrel 33 may be adjusted as needed, and are not limited here.
[0171] In some embodiments, mesh holes 334 may be provided on the peripheral side wall of the net barrel 33. The oil in the frying chamber 30 may enter the inside of the net barrel 33 through the mesh holes 334 on the peripheral side wall of the net barrel 33, and fry the food inside the net barrel 33. A plurality of mesh holes 334 may be provided on the peripheral side wall of the net barrel 33. The plurality of mesh holes 334 may be arranged at intervals on the peripheral side wall of the net barrel 33. The number and interval of the mesh holes 334 on the peripheral side wall of the net barrel 33 may be adjusted as needed, and are not limited here.
[0172] It should be noted that, in some embodiments, multiple mesh holes 334 may be provided on both the bottom wall and the peripheral side wall of the net bucket 33. In some embodiments, the mesh holes 334 may also be provided only on the bottom wall of the net bucket 33, or the mesh holes 334 may also be provided only on the peripheral side wall of the net bucket 33.
[0173] Reference Fig. 20 In some embodiments, the turntable 34 may be provided with an oil leakage port 345. The oil leakage port 345 may be connected to the spaces above and below the turntable 34. When the net barrel 33 is disposed above the turntable 34, the oil leakage port 345 may be connected to the mesh 334 on the bottom wall of the net barrel 33, and the oil above the turntable 34 and inside the net barrel 33 may flow to the space below the turntable 34 through the oil leakage port 345.
[0174] In some embodiments, the turntable 34 may be provided with a plurality of oil leakage ports 345. The plurality of oil leakage ports 345 may be arranged circumferentially at intervals on the turntable 34. The plurality of oil leakage ports 345 may be arranged circumferentially at intervals on the circumferential side of the rotating shaft of the turntable 34. The plurality of oil leakage ports 345 are arranged circumferentially at intervals. It should be noted that the number, shape and interval of the oil leakage ports 345 on the turntable 34 may be adjusted as required and are not limited here.
[0175] Reference Fig. 20 In some embodiments, the frying tub 3 may include a filter cover 35. A filter slot 301 may be recessed on the bottom surface of the frying cavity 30. The filter cover 35 may be disposed at the bottom of the frying cavity 30. The filter cover 35 may cover the top notch of the filter slot 301. The filter cover 35 is provided with a filter hole (not shown in the figure). The oil in the frying cavity 30 may be filtered by the filter cover 35 and then enter the filter slot 301 below the filter cover 35.
[0176] In some embodiments, a first oil discharge port 311 connected to the filter tank 301 may be provided on the barrel body 31. The first oil discharge port 311 may be provided at the bottom of the frying cavity 30. The first oil discharge port 311 may be recessed on the bottom surface of the filter tank 301. The oil that enters the filter tank 301 after being filtered by the filter cover 35 may be discharged from the frying cavity 30 through the first oil discharge port 311.
[0177] Reference Fig. 20In some embodiments, the first oil discharge port 311 may be disposed at a side edge of the filter tank 301. In a direction toward the first oil discharge port 311, the bottom surface of the filter tank 301 may be arranged to extend downwardly at an angle. During the oil discharge process, the oil in the filter tank 301 may automatically flow to the first oil discharge port 311 along the bottom surface of the filter tank 301.
[0178] In some embodiments, the first oil discharge port 311 may be disposed at the lowest point of the filter tank 301 , so that all the oil in the filter tank 301 can be discharged from the frying cavity 30 through the first oil discharge port 311 .
[0179] It should be noted that, in other embodiments, the first oil discharge port 311 may be disposed on the side wall of the filter tank 301 .
[0180] Reference Fig. 20 In some embodiments, the filter groove 301 may be annular and arranged around the peripheral edge of the bottom surface of the frying cavity 30 .
[0181] In some embodiments, the filter cover 35 may be annular. The contour of the filter cover 35 may be consistent with the contour of the top notch of the filter tank 301. The filter cover 35 may be detachably covered at the top notch of the filter tank 301.
[0182] Reference Figure 7-10 In some embodiments, the vacuum frying system may include an oil drain module 7. The oil drain module 7 is disposed inside the drawer 21. The oil drain module 7 may be connected to the first oil drain port 311. The oil drain module 7 may be used to drain the oil in the frying cavity 30 to the outside of the barrel 31 through the first oil drain port 311.
[0183] In some embodiments, reference Fig.13 The oil drain module 7 may include an oil drain pipe 71. One end of the oil drain pipe 71 may be connected to the first oil drain port 311. The oil in the frying cavity 30 may be discharged to the outside of the barrel 31 through the first oil drain port 311 and the oil drain pipe 71.
[0184] In some embodiments, the oil drain module 7 may include an oil storage box 72. The other end of the oil drain pipe 71 may be in communication with the inside of the oil storage box 72. The oil in the frying cavity 30 may be drained into the oil storage box 72 through the first oil drain port 311 and the oil drain pipe 71.
[0185] In some embodiments, the oil drain module 7 may include an oil pump 73. The oil pump 73 may be disposed on the oil drain pipe 71. When the oil pump 73 is turned on, the oil pump 73 can extract the oil in the filter tank 301 at the bottom of the frying cavity 30 through the oil drain pipe 71 and the first oil drain port 311, and discharge the extracted oil into the oil storage box 72 through the oil drain pipe 71.
[0186] In some embodiments, an oil drain connector 318 may be protruding from the outer wall of the barrel body 31. The inside of the oil drain connector 318 may be connected to the first oil drain port 311. One end of the oil drain pipe 71 may be connected to the oil drain connector 318, and then connected to the first oil drain port 311 through the oil drain connector 318.
[0187] In some embodiments, reference Fig. 22 The oil drain module 7 may include a first storage box 75. The first storage box 75 may be disposed inside the drawer 21. The first storage box 75 may be disposed on one side of the barrel body 31. An oil inlet connector 751 may be disposed inside the first storage box 75. An end of the oil drain pipe 71 away from the first oil drain port 311 may be connected to the oil inlet connector 751. The oil storage box 72 may be detachably disposed inside the first storage box 75. An oil inlet port 721 may be disposed inside the oil storage box 72.
[0188] When the oil storage box 72 is arranged in the first storage box 75, the oil inlet connector 751 can be connected to the oil inlet port 721 inside the oil storage box 72, so that the oil drain pipe 71 can be connected to the inside of the oil storage box 72, thereby draining the oil in the frying cavity 30 into the oil storage box 72.
[0189] In some embodiments, the oil inlet connector 751 may be disposed on the inner bottom surface of the first storage box 75. The oil inlet port 721 may be disposed on the inner bottom surface of the oil storage box 72. The oil inlet port 721 and the oil inlet connector 751 may be arranged vertically opposite to each other.
[0190] It should be noted that, in some other embodiments, the oil inlet connector 751 may also be disposed in other inner walls of the first storage box 75. The oil inlet port 721 may also be disposed in other inner walls inside the oil storage box 72.
[0191] In some embodiments, an oil level detection component 722 may be provided on the inner wall of the oil storage box 72. The oil level detection component 722 may be used to detect the oil level inside the oil storage box 72. The oil level detection component 722 may be electrically connected to the controller 61. When it is detected that the oil level inside the oil storage box 72 reaches a preset height, the user may be reminded to take the oil storage box 72 out of the first storage box 75, and the user may be reminded to clean the oil storage box 72 in time.
[0192] In some embodiments, reference Figure 10-14 The oil discharge module 7 includes an oil box 76. The oil box 76 is installed at the bottom of the frying tub 3. The oil in the frying tub 3 can flow into the oil box 76 by gravity. Then, the oil is discharged from the oil box 76 to the oil storage box 76 by the oil discharge pump 73. The oil box 76 serves as an intermediate transfer in the entire de-oiling process.
[0193] In some embodiments, the oil drain pipe 71 is used to connect the frying tub 3 and the oil box 76 , the oil box 76 and the oil storage box 76 , so as to drain the oil in the frying cavity 30 into the oil storage box 76 .
[0194] In some embodiments, reference Fig.13 The oil box 76 includes an oil box housing 763. An oil containing cavity (not shown) is formed in the oil box housing 763.
[0195] In some embodiments, reference Fig.13 The oil box 76 includes a second oil inlet 761. The second oil inlet 761 is disposed on the oil box housing 763. The second oil inlet 761 is connected to the first oil outlet 311 to receive oil from the frying tub 3.
[0196] The oil box 76 includes a second oil outlet 762. The second oil outlet 762 is connected to the oil storage box 76. The second oil outlet 762 is arranged on the oil box housing 763. The second oil outlet 762 is connected to the bottom of the oil containing cavity to discharge the oil in the oil box 76 from the oil box 76 to the oil storage box 76.
[0197] Reference Fig.11 The oil box 76 includes a second air inlet 764. The second air inlet 764 is arranged on the oil box housing 763. The second air inlet 764 is connected to the vacuum interface of the barrel body. It is used to receive gas from the frying cavity 30. The second air inlet 764 is arranged at the top position of the oil box housing 763.
[0198] The oil box 76 includes a second air outlet 765, and the second air outlet 765 is disposed on the oil box housing 763. The second air outlet 765 is disposed at the top of the oil box housing 763. The second air outlet 765 is connected to the third air inlet 451 of the condensing assembly 45.
[0199] The gas extracted from the frying chamber 30 passes through the oil box 76, the heat dissipation channel 4211, the condensation chamber, and the condensation channel and is then discharged to the water storage box.
[0200] During the process of vacuuming the frying chamber 30 by the vacuum module 4, the airflow sequentially passes through the vacuum joint 313, the second air inlet 764, the oil chamber, the second air outlet 765, and the third air inlet 451 to enter the condensation assembly 45, and the condensation assembly 45 can more effectively condense the gas. The oil chamber plays a role of pretreatment, reduces the burden of the condensation assembly 45, and improves the condensation effect.
[0201] The design of the oil box 76 achieves multiple functions such as efficient vacuuming, prevention of oil fume pollution, optimization of gas treatment process and improvement of condensation effect through the reasonable arrangement of the second air inlet 764, the oil containing cavity, the second air outlet 765 and the connection with the condensation component 45, which significantly improves the performance of the equipment and the user experience.
[0202] Reference Figure 16-17 The oil box 76 includes a fifth air outlet 766. The fifth air outlet 766 is disposed on the oil box housing 763. The fifth air outlet 766 is disposed at the top position of the oil box housing 763.
[0203] In some embodiments, the oil drain module 7 may include an oil control switch 74. The oil control switch 74 is used to control whether the frying cavity 30 and the oil storage box 76 are connected.
[0204] The oil control switch 74 may be disposed on the oil drain pipe 71. The oil control switch 74 may be used to open and close the oil drain pipe 71. In some embodiments, the oil control switch 74 may be disposed at the first oil drain port 311.
[0205] When the oil control switch 74 closes the oil drain pipe 71 , the oil control switch 74 can close the first oil drain port 311 to seal and isolate the frying cavity 30 from the outside, so as to evacuate the inside of the frying cavity 30 .
[0206] When the oil control switch 74 opens the oil drain pipe 71, the filter tank 301 at the bottom of the frying chamber 30 can be connected to the oil storage box 72 through the oil drain pipe 71. The oil pump 73 can extract the oil in the filter tank 301 and discharge the extracted oil into the oil storage box 72.
[0207] In some embodiments, during the oil draining process, the oil in the frying tub 3 is first drained to the oil box 76 , and then drained to the oil storage box 76 .
[0208] In some embodiments, the vacuum frying system may include a control module (not shown). The control module may be used to control the operation of each power unit in the drawer 21. The control module may include a controller. The controller may be disposed in the drawer 21. The controller may be used to control the operation of each component in the drawer 21 to achieve full process control of frying.
[0209] In some embodiments, the control module may include a control box. The control box may be disposed inside the drawer 21. The control box may be disposed on the inner side wall of the drawer 21. The controller may be disposed inside the control box.
[0210] In some embodiments, the cooking device includes a temperature detection device for detecting the temperature in the frying cavity 30. In some embodiments, the temperature detection device is disposed on the outside of the bottom of the barrel 31.
[0211] In some embodiments, the controller is configured to, after acquiring the temperature value detected by the temperature detection device, compensate the detected temperature value according to a preset temperature compensation coefficient.
[0212] The detected temperature is compensated according to a preset temperature compensation coefficient, thereby ensuring the problem of inaccurate detected temperature caused by different setting positions of the temperature detection device.
[0213] The temperature detection device is installed on the outside of the bottom of the barrel body 31 so as to accurately measure the temperature of the material (here mainly refers to the oil) in the barrel body 31.
[0214] After obtaining the temperature values detected by the temperature detection device, these detected temperature values are compensated according to the preset temperature compensation coefficient. The temperature compensation coefficient is usually pre-set based on experimental data and actual use experience, and is used to correct measurement errors caused by environmental factors (such as external temperature changes, differences in heat conduction efficiency, etc.). In this way, the controller can provide more accurate and stable temperature control, thereby ensuring that the temperature of the material in the barrel 31 is always maintained within the required range, improving the overall control accuracy and stability. This is especially important for industrial or scientific research applications that require precise temperature control.
[0215] In some embodiments, the cooking device includes a pressure detection device. The pressure detection device is installed in the frying cavity 30. In some embodiments, the pressure detection device is installed on the upper side wall of the frying cavity 30 to detect the pressure of the frying cavity 30.
[0216] The pressure detection device is installed inside the frying cavity 30, and the specific position can be selected on the upper side wall of the frying cavity 30. This arrangement can more effectively monitor the pressure changes in the frying cavity 30.
[0217] By accurately monitoring the pressure in the frying chamber 30, the heat transfer efficiency during the frying process can be better controlled to ensure the quality and safety of food processing. In addition, such a design also helps to prevent safety hazards caused by excessive pressure, such as equipment damage or explosion risks, thereby ensuring the safety of operators. In actual applications, the position and number of pressure detection devices can also be adjusted according to different process requirements to meet specific process parameter control requirements.
[0218] In some embodiments, the frying barrel 3 may include a heating component. The heating component may be arranged on the peripheral side wall of the barrel body 31. The heating component may adopt an electric heating structure. When the heating component is working, the heating component can heat up the inside of the frying cavity 30, thereby heating the oil inside the frying cavity 30, so that the food in the frying cavity 30 can be vacuum fried at low temperature.
[0219] In some embodiments, reference Fig.15The heating assembly may include a heating tube 315. The heating tube 315 may be arranged around the peripheral side wall of the barrel body 31. The heating tube 315 may be arranged around the outer periphery of the frying cavity 30. The heating tube 315 may improve the uniformity of heating the inside of the frying cavity 30 and improve the heating efficiency of the oil in the frying cavity 30.
[0220] In some embodiments, reference Figure 8-14 The vacuum module 4 may include a vacuum component. The vacuum component is configured as a vacuum pump 41.
[0221] The vacuum pump 41 may be disposed inside the drawer 21. The vacuum pump 41 includes a first air inlet and a first air outlet. The first air inlet is connected to the vacuum connector 313. The first air outlet is used to discharge the extracted air.
[0222] The first air inlet of the vacuum pump 41 can be connected to the vacuum connector 313. The first air inlet of the vacuum pump 41 can be connected to the frying chamber 30 through the vacuum connector 313. When the vacuum pump 41 is running, the vacuum pump 41 can evacuate the inside of the frying chamber 30 through the vacuum connector 313.
[0223] In some embodiments, referring to FIG13 , the vacuum module 4 may include an exhaust pipe 411. The first gas outlet of the vacuum pump 41 may be in communication with the exhaust pipe 411. When the vacuum pump 41 is running, the vacuum pump 41 may discharge the extracted gas through the exhaust pipe 411.
[0224] In some embodiments, one end of the exhaust pipe 411 may be connected to the first air outlet of the vacuum pump 41. The other end of the exhaust pipe 411 may extend outside the drawer 21. The end of the exhaust pipe 411 away from the vacuum pump 41 may be connected to the outside of the drawer 21. When the vacuum pump 41 is running, the vacuum pump 41 can discharge the extracted gas to the outside of the drawer 21 through the exhaust pipe 411.
[0225] In some embodiments, reference Fig.13 One end of the exhaust pipe 411 may be connected to the first air outlet of the vacuum pump 41. The other end of the drain pipe 411 may be connected to the water storage box of the drain module, so as to directly discharge the extracted air into the water storage box, thereby preventing the extracted air from being too humid, which may cause excessive humidity in the space where the internal components of the cooking device are located, resulting in condensed water, and bacteria breeding if not cleaned for a long time.
[0226] During the frying or cooking process, the moisture in the food will precipitate, causing the water vapor content in the gas extracted by the vacuum component to be too high, and condensation treatment is required.
[0227] In some embodiments, reference Fig.14 , 18-19, the vacuum module includes a condensation component 45. A condensation channel is formed inside the condensation component 45. The gas entering the channel can be condensed in the condensation channel. The condensation component 45 can be arranged inside the drawer 21.
[0228] The condensation assembly 45 includes a third air inlet 451 and a third air outlet 452. The third air inlet 451 is connected to the vacuum joint 313. The third air outlet 452 is connected to the first air inlet. The vacuum assembly can allow the gas in the frying cavity 30 to enter the condensation channel through the vacuum joint 313 and the third air inlet 451 for condensation, and then be drawn out through the third air outlet 452 and the first air inlet.
[0229] In some embodiments, reference Fig.11 The vacuum pumping module further includes an air cooling component 42, which is used to improve the condensation capacity of the vacuum frying system.
[0230] Reference Fig.23 The air cooling component 42 includes a heat dissipation component 421. A heat dissipation channel 4211 is formed in the heat dissipation component 421 for guiding and controlling the airflow, thereby achieving an efficient heat exchange process. The design of the heat dissipation channel 4211 takes into account the path and speed of the airflow, ensuring that heat can be effectively transferred from the part that needs to be cooled to the external environment.
[0231] The heat dissipation channel 4211 has a fourth air inlet 4212 and a fourth air outlet 4213 outside thereof, which are connected to the heat dissipation channel 4211. Both interfaces are designed to connect to the heat dissipation channel 4211, and they are located outside the heat dissipation channel 4211 and are connected to each other.
[0232] The fourth air inlet 4212 is connected to the vacuum joint 313. This means that it can use external suction force to introduce the gas in the frying chamber 30 into the heat dissipation channel 4211. This design helps to enhance the airflow intensity and further improve the heat dissipation efficiency. The fourth air outlet 4213 is connected to the third air inlet 451. A continuous airflow circulation path is formed, so that the air after heat dissipation can be smoothly discharged out of the system.
[0233] In order to further enhance the working performance of the air cooling component 42, the air cooling component 42 includes an air cooling fan 42. The air cooling fan 42 is arranged on one side of the heat dissipation component 421. Its main function is to promote the flow of air in the heat dissipation duct. By generating an additional air pressure difference, the air cooling fan 42 can more efficiently remove the heat in the heat dissipation duct, thereby significantly improving the overall cooling effect of the system. Especially in the case of dealing with high heat load or requiring rapid cooling, the role of the air cooling fan 42 is particularly obvious. It can effectively improve the condensation efficiency of the extracted gas and ensure that the equipment can operate stably within a safe temperature range.
[0234] In some embodiments, reference Fig.11 The vacuum module includes a condenser 43. The condenser 4342 can be arranged inside the drawer 21. The condenser 4342 can be arranged on one side of the frying tub 3. A condensation cavity (not shown in the figure) can be formed inside the condenser 4342. The outside of the condenser 4342 can have a first interface 431 and a second interface 422 connected to the condensation cavity. The first interface 431 can be connected to the vacuum joint 313. The first air outlet of the vacuum pump 41 can be connected to the second interface 422.
[0235] In some embodiments, reference Figure 8 A condenser tube (not shown) may be provided in the condensation chamber. An external water source may enter the condenser tube to condense the air in the condensation chamber, cool the condenser 4342, and improve the condensation efficiency of the condenser 4342.
[0236] In some embodiments, a first water inlet pipe 4336 and a first water outlet pipe 434 may be provided outside the condenser 4342. One end of the condenser pipe 423 may extend out of the condenser 4342 and be connected to the first water inlet pipe 4336, so that one end of the condenser 4342 may be connected to the water purification box through the first water inlet pipe 4336. The other end of the condenser pipe 423 may extend out of the condenser 4342 and be connected to the first water outlet pipe 434, so that the other end of the condenser 4342 may be connected to the water purification box through the first water outlet pipe 434.
[0237] Therefore, the water in the water purification box can enter the condenser 423 through the first water inlet pipe 4336, condense the air in the condensation chamber, and then return to the water purification box through the first water outlet pipe 434, thereby forming a condensed water circulation between the condenser 423 and the water purification box.
[0238] The water circuit of the condenser 43 uses the cold purified water in the water storage box to cool the condenser 43, and the circulating condensing water pump drives the water circulation of the water storage box continuously or intermittently.
[0239] When the vacuum pump 41 is running, the vacuum pump 41 can evacuate the frying chamber 30 through the vacuum joint 313 and the condensation chamber, so that the gas in the frying chamber 30 can enter the condensation chamber through the vacuum joint 313 and the first interface 431 to condense, and then be discharged through the vacuum pump 41, which can improve the condensation performance of the vacuum pump 41 during vacuuming, which is beneficial to improving the vacuum degree of the frying barrel 3.
[0240] In the technical solution of some embodiments, one of the condensation component 45, the condenser 43 and the air cooling component 42 or a combination thereof can be selected to perform the condensation work.
[0241] Reference Figure 8 , 1113, it is explained that the vacuum component extracts gas and passes through the air cooling component 42, the condenser 43 and the condensation component 45 in sequence. Of course, the above three components can be combined in other ways. For example, the positions of the condenser 43 and the air cooling component 42 can be adjusted.
[0242] Reference Fig.11 The condenser 4342 can be arranged at one side of the frying tub 3. The condensation assembly 45 is arranged below the condenser 43 to receive the condensed water from the condensation channel.
[0243] The vacuum connector 313 is connected to the fourth air inlet 4212 of the air cooling component 42, the fourth air outlet 4213 is connected to the first connector of the condenser 43, the second connector is connected to the third air inlet 451 of the condensing component 45, the third air outlet 452 is connected to the first air inlet of the vacuum component, and the first air outlet is connected to the water storage box.
[0244] Based on the above, refer to Fig.11 , 12 The red arrow and Fig.13 As indicated by the blue arrow, the gas extracted from the frying chamber 30 is extracted through the vacuum assembly, enters the air cooling assembly 42, the condenser 43, and the condensation assembly 45 in sequence for condensation, and is then discharged into the water storage box through the first air outlet.
[0245] The reason for discharging the extracted air to the water storage box is to prevent the extracted air from still being highly humid, and it is provided for the safety of the entire components.
[0246] Of course, in some embodiments, it can also be connected to the outside air through the first air outlet.
[0247] The condensation system of the cooking device of the present application adopts a combination of air cooling and water cooling to condense the vacuum system during the cooking process.
[0248] The pipeline A connected to the frying drum 3 for vacuuming is connected to the oil storage box 76, and the oil storage box 76 is connected to the pipeline B and the fourth air inlet of the air cooling component 42. After the hot steam passes through the air cooling component 42, it passes through the pipeline C from the fourth air outlet of the air cooling component 42 to the first joint (air inlet) of the condenser 43; the second joint (air outlet) of the condenser 43 is connected to the condensation component 45 through the pipeline D. The third air outlet 452 of the condensation component 45 is connected to the vacuum component through the pipeline E.
[0249] The third air inlet 451 and the third air outlet 452 of the condensation component 45 are connected in a partitioned manner to increase the exhaust path and achieve better condensation and deposition of condensed water in the condensation water tank.
[0250] In some embodiments, the third air outlet 452 is connected to the first air inlet of the vacuum pump. The first air inlet of the vacuum pump is connected to the top area of the condensation assembly 45. The vacuum pump can extract the gas in the condensation assembly 45 through the third air outlet 452, and then extract the gas inside the frying cavity 30 through the third air inlet 451, the condensation cavity, and the vacuum joint 313, so that the gas in the frying cavity 30 can enter the condensation cavity through the first joint to condense, and enter the condensation assembly 45 through the second interface for secondary condensation. Finally, it is discharged through the third air outlet 452 and the vacuum pump.
[0251] In some embodiments, reference Fig.14 The condensation assembly 45 further includes a first drain port 453. The first drain port 453 is used to drain the condensed water in the condensation assembly 45.
[0252] In some embodiments, reference Figure 18-19 The third air inlet 451 and the third air outlet 452 are arranged on both sides of the condensation channel along the length direction.
[0253] A flow guide component 454 is provided on the inner side wall of the condensation channel along the width direction. The flow guide component 454 extends from one inner side wall of the condensation channel toward the other inner side wall of the condensation channel.
[0254] By arranging a bending structure in the condensation channel, the path of the condensation channel is increased and the condensation effect is improved.
[0255] Reference Fig.19 After the gas enters the condensation component 45, it flows along the path of the red arrow, making full use of the condensation channel of the condensation component 45 for heat dissipation and condensation.
[0256] In some embodiments, the bottom surface of the condensation channel is inclined from the third air inlet 451 to the first drain outlet 453 .
[0257] Reference Fig.19 The condensed water condensed in the middle of the condensation assembly 45 is inclined from the third air inlet 451 to the first drain outlet 453, and is inclined from the third air outlet 452 to the first drain outlet 453. The first drain outlet 453 is set as the lowest point, so that the condensed water will gather at the first drain.
[0258] In this way, the entire condensed water will flow to the lowest point of the entire ground, that is, the first drain outlet 453; in order to reduce the amount of residual water in the condensation component 45 as much as possible, a sinkhole design is adopted at the bottom.
[0259] Reference Fig.13 , 14As shown, in some embodiments, the vacuum frying system may include a drainage module 8. The drainage module 8 may be in communication with the condensation assembly 45. The drainage module 8 may be used to drain the interior of the condensation assembly 45 and discharge the condensed water in the condensation assembly 45.
[0260] In some embodiments, the drainage module 8 may include a drainage channel 6281. One end of the drainage channel 6281 may be in communication with a bottom area in the condensation assembly 45. Condensed water in the condensation assembly 45 may be discharged through the drainage channel 6281.
[0261] In some embodiments, a first drain port 453 may be protruding from the top of the condensation assembly 45. The end of the drainage channel 6281 away from the drainage box 82 may be connected to the bottom area of the condensation assembly 45 through the first drain port 453. The condensed water in the condensation assembly 45 may be drained into the drainage box 82 through the first drain port 453 and the drainage channel 6281.
[0262] In some embodiments, the drainage module 8 may include a drainage box 82. The other end of the drainage channel 6281 may be connected to the interior of the drainage box 82. The condensed water in the condensation assembly 45 may be discharged to the interior of the drainage box 82 through the drainage channel 6281.
[0263] In some embodiments, the drainage module 8 may include a drainage pump 63. The drainage pump 63 may be disposed on the drainage channel 6281. When the drainage pump 63 is turned on, the drainage pump 63 can extract water in the condensation assembly 45 through the drainage channel 6281, and discharge the extracted water into the drainage box 82 through the drainage channel 6281.
[0264] In some embodiments, the drainage module 8 may include a drainage switch valve 64. The drainage switch valve 64 may be disposed on the drainage channel 6281. The drainage switch valve 64 may be disposed in a pipeline between the condensation component 45 and the drainage water pump 63. The drainage switch valve 64 may be used to open and close the drainage channel 6281.
[0265] When the drain switch valve 64 closes the drain channel 6281 , the interior of the condensation assembly 45 can be sealed and isolated from the drain box 82 , so that the interior of the condensation assembly 45 can be evacuated.
[0266] When the drain switch valve 64 opens the drain channel 6281, the interior of the condensation assembly 45 can communicate with the interior of the drain box 82. The drain water pump 63 can extract water from the condensation assembly 45 and drain the extracted water into the drain box 82.
[0267] Reference Fig.21 As shown, in some embodiments, a water inlet head 821 extending upward may be protrudingly provided inside the drainage box 82. The top port of the water inlet head 821 may be connected to the top area inside the drainage box 82.
[0268] When the drain switch valve 64 opens the drain channel 6281 and the drain pump 63 starts to run, the drain pump 63 can extract water in the condensation component 45 and discharge it into the drain box 82 through the drain channel 6281 and the water inlet head 821.
[0269] Reference Fig.21 As shown, in some embodiments, the drainage module 8 may include a second storage box 85. The second storage box 85 may be disposed inside the drawer 21. The second storage box 85 may be disposed on one side of the barrel body 31. A water inlet connector 851 may be disposed in the second storage box 85. One end of the drainage channel 6281 away from the condensation assembly 45 may be connected to the water inlet connector 851. The drainage box 82 may be detachably disposed in the second storage box 85.
[0270] When the drainage box 82 is disposed in the second storage box 85 , the water inlet connector 851 can be connected to the water inlet head 821 so that the drainage channel 6281 is connected to the water inlet head 821 , thereby draining the water in the condensation assembly 45 into the drainage box 82 .
[0271] In some embodiments, a water level detection component 823 may be provided on the inner wall of the drainage box 82. The water level detection component 823 may be used to detect the water level inside the drainage box 82. The water level detection component 823 may be electrically connected to the controller 61. When it is detected that the water level inside the drainage box 82 reaches a preset height, the user may be reminded to take the drainage box 82 out of the second storage box 85, and the user may be reminded to clean the drainage box 82 in time.
[0272] In some embodiments, referring to 16 and 17 , the cooking device includes a pressure relief module 8 for relieving the pressure of the frying cavity 30 .
[0273] The pressure relief module further includes a pressure relief channel 81. One end of the pressure relief channel 81 is connected to the vacuum connector 313. The other end of the pressure relief channel 81 is connected to the air, so that the frying chamber 30 can be directly connected to the air.
[0274] In some embodiments, one end of the pressure relief channel 81 is connected to the fifth air outlet 766 , and the other end of the pressure relief channel 81 is connected to air; when the pressure is released, the air passes through the oil box 76 and enters the frying chamber 30 .
[0275] The gas passes through the oil box 76 as a transition from the frying chamber 30, and then finally enters the frying chamber 30 along the pressure relief channel 81. Such a design not only ensures the need for safe pressure relief, but also takes into account the problem of preventing high-temperature grease from directly spraying out and causing safety hazards.
[0276] In some embodiments, the cooking device further comprises a pressure relief switch 82. The pressure relief switch 82 is mounted on the pressure relief channel 81. The pressure relief switch 82 is used to control whether the frying chamber 30 is connected to the air. In some embodiments, the pressure relief switch 82 is configured as a valve.
[0277] During the cooking process, the vacuum component remains in working state, and a large amount of condensed water vapor will remain in the pipeline. If the air pressure in the pipeline is directly released, the water vapor will be blown back to the frying barrel 3, causing the food in the barrel to become damp.
[0278] In the above scheme, the frying barrel 3 is connected to the oil box 76, and the oil box 76 is connected to the air, and a pressure relief switch 82 is provided on the connecting pipeline. When the frying barrel 3 needs to be depressurized, the air directly enters the frying barrel 3 for depressurization. The airflow from the vacuum pump is prevented from entering the frying barrel 3, which effectively solves the problem of moisture in the food in the frying barrel 3 after cooking.
[0279] In some embodiments, during the cooking process, the vacuum module 4 is controlled to evacuate the frying chamber 30. After the cooking is completed, the oil control switch 74 is first controlled to be turned on, so that the oil in the frying chamber 30 flows into the oil box 76 through the first oil drain port 311 and the second oil inlet for de-oiling, and then the pressure relief switch is controlled to relieve the pressure in the frying chamber 30.
[0280] The above-mentioned deoiling process includes automatic deoiling by gravity and deoiling by centrifugal force generated by a driving module.
[0281] During the cooking process, in order to ensure that the food can be evenly heated and achieve an ideal taste and flavor, the frying chamber 30 needs to be vacuumed.
[0282] Specifically, after the food is placed in the frying chamber 30, the vacuum module 4 is started to extract the air in the chamber, thereby reducing the generation of oil smoke during frying, and also avoiding the generation of foam on the food surface due to high temperature, further improving the quality of the food.
[0283] After the cooking process is completed, the oil control switch 74 is first turned on, so that the cooking oil inside the frying chamber 30 will flow into the oil box 76 for collecting oil through the designed first oil outlet 311 and the second oil inlet, so as to carry out the subsequent de-oiling process, ensuring that there will be no excessive oil on the surface of the food, making the finished product healthier and more delicious. The last step is to turn on the pressure relief switch to slowly release the high pressure environment in the frying chamber 30, ensuring safety while also preparing for the next use.
[0284] By providing a frying barrel 3, an oil box 76 arranged below the frying barrel 3, and a vacuum component, after cooking, the oil is first discharged into the oil box 76 by its own gravity, and then the pressure is released, thereby avoiding the food from re-absorbing the oil after the pressure is released, which affects the taste of the food.
[0285] In some embodiments, the controller is configured to control the heating assembly to heat the frying cavity 30 before cooking, so that the temperature of the frying cavity 30 reaches a target preset temperature (first target preset temperature). Preheating is performed before cooking to heat the pan and reduce oil absorption by the ingredients.
[0286] In some embodiments, after the pressure is released, the drainage pump 63 is turned on, and the condensed water in the condensation assembly 45 flows into the water storage box.
[0287] The first drain port is connected to the water storage box through a drain channel, and a drain pump is provided on the drain channel. After the pressure is released, the controller automatically turns on the drain pump, so that the condensed water in the condensation assembly can flow into the water storage box quickly and smoothly. This design ensures the effective discharge of condensed water and avoids secondary pollution and equipment failure caused by the accumulation of condensed water.
[0288] Through the automatic control of the controller, the condensed water can be discharged in time to avoid excessive condensed water remaining in the condensation component. This can not only keep the inside of the equipment dry, but also effectively reduce the growth of bacteria and odor, and improve the hygiene level of the equipment.
[0289] In some embodiments, during the cooking process, the air cooling fan 42 is operated to improve the condensation effect during the cooking process.
[0290] The heat dissipation channel in the air cooling component is designed with a fourth air inlet and a fourth air outlet, the fourth air inlet is connected to the second air outlet, and the fourth air outlet is connected to the third air inlet. This design allows air to circulate in the heat dissipation channel to take away the heat generated during the cooking process, thereby effectively reducing the temperature inside the cooking device and reducing the humidity of the extracted gas.
[0291] In some embodiments, before cooking, check that the water storage box and the oil storage box 76 are in place and ensure that the remaining space therein is sufficient for use or to be emptied. Fill the water purification box with water.
[0292] Before formal cooking, it is necessary to carefully check and prepare each key component to ensure that the cooking process proceeds smoothly. First, confirm that the water storage box has been installed in place and that there is enough space inside to store the required amount of water. If it is found that there is insufficient space, some of the water should be emptied appropriately. Next, check whether the oil storage box 76 has been installed correctly, and whether the remaining space inside it is also sufficient to accommodate the waste oil that may be generated during the cooking process. Similarly, if there is not enough space, the waste oil needs to be emptied first. In addition, it is also necessary to ensure that the water purification box has been completely filled with clean water, because an adequate water source is essential to maintaining the normal operation of the cooking equipment, and it also ensures the purity of the water quality during the cooking process, so as not to affect the final taste and safety of the food. Through these meticulous preparations, the cooking efficiency and the quality of the finished product can be greatly improved.
[0293] In some embodiments, during the preheating stage, the vacuum assembly is operated to maintain a first preset vacuum level inside the frying cavity 30 .
[0294] During the preheating stage, in order to ensure the cooking effect and efficiency, the equipment will start the vacuum component. The main function of this component is to extract the air in the frying chamber 30 so that the interior reaches and maintains a preset vacuum level, namely the first preset vacuum level. Maintaining this vacuum environment has multiple benefits: first, it helps to remove excess moisture on the surface of the food, so that the food can absorb heat faster and more evenly during the subsequent frying process; second, the vacuum state can also reduce the degree of oxidation of oil and extend the service life of the oil, while also reducing the generation of oil smoke and improving the working environment in the kitchen; finally, this vacuum treatment method can also help the food better lock in nutrients, thereby improving the overall quality of the food. In short, maintaining an appropriate vacuum level during the preheating stage has an important impact on the subsequent cooking process.
[0295] In some embodiments, after preheating is completed, the vacuum component is used to release pressure for a certain period of time, and the user is reminded to add a certain amount of food.
[0296] In some embodiments, during the preheating stage, a circulating water pump is used to circulate water in the condenser pipe, the first water inlet pipe, and the second water outlet pipe to detect whether the water level in the water purification box is lower than a limit value. If it is lower than the limit value, the user is reminded to add purified water.
[0297] During the preheating stage, the system will circulate the water in the condenser pipe, the first water inlet pipe and the second water outlet pipe through the circulating water pump to maintain the condensation effect. At the same time, the device will also monitor whether the water level in the water purification box is lower than the preset limit value. If it is detected that the water level in the water purification box is lower than this limit value, the system will automatically trigger an alarm or send a notification to the user to remind them to add purified water in time to ensure the normal operation of the device, avoid the problem of poor condensation effect due to too low water level, and ensure the efficient operation of the device.
[0298] In some embodiments, during the operation of the vacuum assembly in the preheating phase, the air cooling fan 42 is operated to reduce the temperature in the heat dissipation channel 4211 .
[0299] In some embodiments, after preheating is completed, the heating assembly is controlled to heat the frying cavity 30 so that the temperature in the frying cavity 30 reaches a second target preset temperature, wherein the second target preset temperature is greater than the first target preset temperature.
[0300] During the cooking process, the heating element is turned on or off to control the frying cavity 30 to maintain the second target preset temperature.
[0301] During frying or cooking, the vacuum assembly operates and maintains a second preset vacuum degree inside the frying chamber 30. The second preset vacuum degree is less than the first preset vacuum degree, so as to achieve a better vacuum frying effect.
[0302] In some embodiments, during the cooking process, the driving module drives the net bucket to run intermittently. In some embodiments, we can control the driving module to drive the net bucket to rotate forward and reverse alternately to turn the food.
[0303] In some embodiments, during the cooking process, a circulating water pump is used to circulate water in the condenser pipe, the first water inlet pipe, and the second water outlet pipe to detect whether the water level in the water purification box is lower than a limit value. If it is lower than the limit value, the user is reminded to add purified water.
[0304] In some embodiments, during the cooking process, when the vacuum assembly is running, the air cooling fan 42 is running to reduce the temperature in the heat dissipation channel 4211.
[0305] In some embodiments, after cooking, the food in the frying cavity 30 is de-oiled and the frying cavity 30 is depressurized.
[0306] In some embodiments, after the oil control switch 74 is turned on for a certain period of time, the driving module drives the net barrel to operate to deoil the food.
[0307] During the de-oiling period, the oil control switch 74 is always in the open state.
[0308] After the oil removal is completed, the pressure relief valve is controlled to start and complete the pressure relief.
[0309] In some embodiments, after the pressure relief is completed, the switch valve connecting the water storage box and the oil storage box 76 is opened, the drainage water pump 63 is started to drain the condensed water in the condensation assembly 45 to the water storage box, and the oil drainage pump 73 is started to drain the oil in the oil box 76 to the oil storage box 76. The cooking process is completed.
[0310] In some embodiments, after the drainage and oil removal are completed, the user is prompted to pick up the food.
[0311] Reference Fig.24 , illustrating the preheating control logic of the cooking device in this application.
[0312] The heating assembly is controlled to preheat the frying chamber 30 (S101).
[0313] The vacuum assembly is controlled to evacuate the frying tub 3 to maintain the frying cavity 30 at a first vacuum degree (S102).
[0314] After the heating component preheats the frying chamber 30 for a certain period of time, the frying chamber 30 is depressurized and the user is reminded to add a certain amount of food (S103).
[0315] The circulating water pump is used to circulate water in the condenser, the first water inlet pipe and the second water outlet pipe. When the water level in the purified water box is detected to be lower than a limit value, the user is reminded to add purified water (S104).
[0316] It should be noted that if the cooking device does not use a water cooling system for condensation, step S104 is not performed.
[0317] The air cooling fan 42 is controlled to start running (S105) to take away the heat in the heat dissipation channel 4211 and improve the condensation effect.
[0318] The above steps S101-S105 are in the preheating stage of the cooking device. S101, S102, S103, S105 can be performed in parallel or in different orders. For example, S102 is performed first and then S101.
[0319] Reference Fig.24 , explaining the cooking control logic of the cooking device in this application.
[0320] After the preheating is completed, the cooking process begins, the heating component continues to heat the frying barrel 3, and the frying chamber 30 is maintained at the target temperature by starting and stopping the heating component (S201).
[0321] The vacuum assembly is controlled to evacuate the frying tub 3 to maintain the frying cavity 30 at a second vacuum degree (S202).
[0322] The driving module drives the net bucket to run intermittently or to run forward and reverse alternately (S203).
[0323] The circulating water pump is used to circulate water in the condenser, the first water inlet pipe and the second water outlet pipe. When the water level in the water purification box is detected to be lower than a limit value, the user is reminded to add purified water (S204).
[0324] The air cooling fan 42 is controlled to start running (S205) to take away the heat in the heat dissipation channel 4211 and improve the condensation effect.
[0325] The above steps S201-S205 are in the preheating stage of the cooking device. S201, S202, S203, S204, S505 can be performed in parallel or in different orders. For example, S202 is performed first and then S201.
[0326] Reference Fig.24 , describing the post-cooking control logic of the cooking device in this application.
[0327] After cooking is finished, the oil control switch 74 is turned on to allow the oil in the frying cavity 30 to flow into the oil box 76 (S301).
[0328] After the oil control switch 74 is turned on for a certain period of time, the driving module is started to drive the net barrel to rotate so as to separate the oil in the food from the food (S302).
[0329] The pressure relief switch 82 is turned on to relieve the pressure in the frying chamber 30 (S303).
[0330] The above steps are the de-oiling and pressure relief steps after frying, and the execution order of de-oiling and pressure relief cannot be adjusted to avoid the situation where the food is oiled back.
[0331] In some embodiments, the drain pump 63 is turned on to drain the condensed water in the condensation component 45 into the water storage box, and the oil drain pump 73 is turned on to drain the oil in the oil box 76 into the oil storage box 76 (S401). At the end, this is to prevent the system from depressurizing and causing the cooking oil to penetrate into the cooking ingredients, causing the ingredients to return oil.
[0332] The oil storage box 76 in the vacuum environment is used as a temporary storage space. The oil control switch 74 is turned on in the vacuum environment, so that the cooking oil in the frying barrel 3 flows to the oil storage box 76 under the influence of gravity. After a certain period of time, the whole system enters the high-speed oil removal mode. As the net barrel rotates, not only the oil on the food is shaken off, but also the rapid discharge of the oil in the frying barrel 3 is accelerated.
[0333] The above-mentioned scheme of relying on gravity to drop oil has low cost and reliable structure, but the effective space of the oil storage box 76 must be below the bottom surface of the frying barrel 3.
[0334] When cooking and degreasing are finished, the system will release pressure. After the pressure is released, the drainage pump 63 and the oil drain pump 73 are turned on, and then the oil is pumped into the oil box 76 through the oil drain pump 73 connected to the oil storage box 76, and the drainage pump 63 connected to the condensation component 45 is pumped into the water storage box, so that the food is depressurized in an oil-free state, and the oil drain system is more reliable and has lower costs.
[0335] Although the present invention has been described with reference to several typical embodiments, it should be understood that the terms used are illustrative and exemplary, rather than restrictive. Since the present invention can be embodied in a variety of forms without departing from the spirit or essence of the invention, it should be understood that the above embodiments are not limited to any of the foregoing details, but should be interpreted broadly within the spirit and scope defined by the appended claims, so all changes and modifications falling within the scope of the claims or their equivalents should be covered by the appended claims.
Claims
1. A cooking device, characterized in that: include: A box body, which forms the outer contour of the cooking device; An inner tank, which is arranged inside the box body; A frying barrel is arranged in the box and located on one side of the inner pot, a frying cavity is formed in the frying barrel, and the frying barrel comprises: A barrel body, wherein the frying cavity is formed inside the barrel body; A first oil discharge port, which is provided at the bottom of the barrel body and is used to discharge the oil in the frying cavity; A barrel cover, which is arranged on the top surface of the barrel body, and is used to open and close the frying chamber; A net bucket, the net bucket is arranged in the barrel body, the interior of the net bucket is communicated with the interior of the barrel body, and the interior of the net bucket can be used to place ingredients to be cooked; A vacuum pumping module, which is in communication with the frying chamber, and is used to pump air from the frying chamber; An oil box, which is arranged below the barrel body, and the second oil inlet of the oil box is connected with the first oil outlet; An oil control switch, used to control whether the frying chamber is connected to the oil box; A pressure relief channel, one end of which is connected to the frying chamber, and the other end of which is connected to the air; A pressure relief switch, which is arranged in the pressure relief channel and is used to control whether the frying chamber is connected to the air; A controller electrically connected to the vacuum module, the oil control switch, and the pressure relief switch; The controller is configured to, during the cooking process, control the vacuum module to evacuate the frying chamber; after the cooking is finished, first control the oil control switch to be turned on so that the oil in the frying chamber flows into the oil box through the first oil drain port and the second oil inlet port; and then control the pressure relief switch to be turned on to relieve the pressure in the frying chamber.
2. The cooking device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: A heating component, which is arranged at the bottom of the barrel and is used to heat the frying cavity; The controller is configured to control the heating component to heat the frying cavity before cooking, so that the temperature of the frying cavity reaches a target preset temperature.
3. The cooking device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The frying barrel also includes: A vacuum joint, which is arranged on the top of the barrel body and is used for exhausting the air in the frying cavity or for external air to enter the frying cavity; The cooking device also includes: A condensation assembly is provided with a third air inlet and a third air outlet, wherein the third air inlet is connected to the vacuum joint; and the third air outlet is connected to the first air inlet of the vacuum pumping module; When the vacuum module evacuates the frying chamber, air flows through the vacuum joint and the third air inlet in sequence and enters the condensation assembly to condense the gas.
4. The cooking device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The oil box comprises: An oil box housing, wherein an oil containing cavity is formed in the oil box housing; A second air inlet, which is provided on the oil box housing, and the second air inlet is communicated with the vacuum joint; a second air outlet, which is provided on the oil box housing; the second air outlet is communicated with the third air inlet of the condensing component, and the third air outlet of the condensing component is communicated with the first air inlet; When the vacuum module evacuates the frying chamber, air flows through the vacuum joint, the second air inlet, the oil containing chamber, the second air outlet, and the third air inlet in sequence into the condensation assembly to condense the gas.
5. The cooking device according to claim 4, characterized in that: include: A water storage box is connected to the first air outlet of the vacuum module. When the vacuum module evacuates the frying cavity, the gas evacuated by the vacuum module enters the water storage box through the first air outlet.
6. The cooking device according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: Also included is an air cooling component, the air cooling component comprising: a heat dissipation channel, which is provided with a fourth air inlet and a fourth air outlet, the fourth air inlet is connected to the second air outlet, and the fourth air outlet is connected to the third air inlet; An air-cooling fan, which is arranged outside the heat dissipation channel; The controller is configured to control the air cooling fan to operate during the cooking process.
7. The cooking device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The condensing assembly is also provided with a first drain port, which is communicated with the water storage box; The cooking device also includes: A drainage channel, used for connecting the first drainage port with the water storage box; A drainage water pump, which is arranged on the drainage channel; The controller is configured to, after the pressure is released, turn on the drainage water pump so that the condensed water in the condensation assembly flows into the water storage box.
8. The cooking device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a driving module, which is arranged at the bottom of the net barrel and is used to drive the net barrel to rotate; The controller is configured to control the driving module to drive the net barrel to rotate so as to deoil the food by utilizing centrifugal force after the pressure relief switch is turned on for a certain period of time.
9. The cooking device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: Oil discharge pump; An oil storage box connected to the second oil outlet of the oil box; The controller is configured to start the oil drain pump after the pressure is released, so that the oil in the oil box flows into the oil storage box through the second oil outlet.
10. A cooking device, characterized in that: include: A box body, which forms the outer contour of the cooking device; An inner tank, which is arranged inside the box body; A frying barrel is arranged in the box and located on one side of the inner pot, a frying cavity is formed in the frying barrel, and the frying barrel comprises: A barrel body, wherein the frying cavity is formed inside the barrel body; A first oil discharge port, which is provided at the bottom of the barrel body and is used to discharge the oil in the barrel body; A barrel cover, which is arranged on the top surface of the barrel body, and is used to open and close the frying chamber; A net bucket, the net bucket is arranged in the barrel body, the interior of the net bucket is communicated with the interior of the barrel body, and the interior of the net bucket can be used to place ingredients to be cooked; A vacuum pumping module, which is in communication with the frying chamber, and is used to pump air from the frying chamber; An oil box, which is arranged below the barrel body, and the oil inlet of the oil box is connected with the first oil outlet; An oil control switch, used to control whether the frying chamber is connected to the oil box; A controller, which is electrically connected to the vacuum pumping module and the oil control switch; The controller is configured to, during the cooking process, control the vacuum module to evacuate the frying cavity; after the cooking is finished, control the oil control switch to turn on so that the oil in the frying cavity flows into the oil box through the first oil drain port and the oil inlet of the oil box; and then control the vacuum module to turn off so that the air outside the frying cavity enters the frying cavity.
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