Laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

Clothes treating equipment comprises a box body, a barrel body and a filtering device. The barrel is arranged in the box body, and the barrel comprises a water outlet. The filtering device is communicated with the water outlet, and the filtering device comprises a shell, an end cover and a filtering piece. And the filtering piece is arranged in an accommodating part between the shell and the end cover. The filtering device further comprises a connecting piece, the connecting piece is connected with the end cover and the filtering piece, and the connecting piece is configured to be elastically deformed in at least one of the vertical direction and the horizontal direction. Wherein water to be filtered impacts the filtering piece when entering the filtering piece through the end cover, and the filtering piece drives the connecting piece to generate elastic deformation, so that the filtering piece is driven by the connecting piece to move.

Description

Clothing processing equipment

[0001] This application claims the priority of Chinese patent application No. 202310723361.8 filed on June 16, 2023, the priority of Chinese patent application No. 202311281495.5 filed on September 28, 2023, the priority of Chinese patent application No. 202322652586.7 filed on September 28, 2023, the priority of Chinese patent application No. 2023215566 filed on June 16, 2023 59.6, the priority of the Chinese patent application with application number 202310722104.2 filed on June 16, 2023, the priority of the Chinese patent application with application number 202310722349.5 filed on June 16, 2023, and the priority of the Chinese patent application with application number 202321556246.8 filed on June 16, 2023, all of which are incorporated by reference into this application. Technical Field

[0002] The present disclosure relates to the field of household appliances, and in particular to a clothing processing device. Background Art

[0003] With the rapid development of living standards, people's performance requirements for clothing treatment equipment are also increasing. At present, related clothing treatment equipment usually has a filter device at the drain outlet to filter out impurities such as filter microfibers in the water discharged from the clothing treatment equipment to protect the ecological environment.

[0004] Summary of the Invention

[0005] In one aspect, a laundry processing apparatus is provided, comprising a housing, a drum, and a filter device. The housing comprises a storage space. The drum is disposed within the storage space. The drum comprises a drain outlet, through which filtered water generated by laundry processing within the drum is discharged. The filter device is connected to the drain outlet and comprises a housing, an end cap, and a filter element. The housing comprises a storage portion. The end cap is disposed at an opening of the storage portion and is configured to seal the storage portion. The end cap comprises a first water inlet, through which filtered water is adapted to enter the end cap. The filter element is disposed within the storage portion and located at the bottom of the end cap. The filter element comprises a filter portion, through which filtered water in the end cap enters and passes through the filter portion to be filtered. After being filtered by the filter portion, the filtered water is adapted to enter the storage portion and be discharged therefrom. The filter device further comprises a connector connecting the end cap and the filter element, the connector being configured to elastically deform in at least one of a vertical direction and a horizontal direction. When the water to be filtered in the end cover enters the filter portion, it impacts the filter portion, and the filter element drives the connector to undergo elastic deformation, so that the filter element moves under the drive of the connector.

[0006] On the other hand, a clothing processing device is provided, comprising a housing, a barrel and a filter device. The housing comprises a storage space. The barrel is disposed in the storage space. The barrel comprises a drain outlet, through which the water to be filtered generated by the processing of clothing in the barrel is discharged. The filter device is connected to the drain outlet and comprises a housing, an end cover and a filter element. The housing comprises a storage portion. The end cover is disposed at the opening of the storage portion and is configured to close the storage portion. The end cover comprises a first water inlet, through which the water to be filtered is suitable for entering the end cover. The filter element is disposed in the storage portion and is located at the bottom of the end cover. The filter element is configured to filter the water to be filtered entering the storage portion. The filter element comprises a filter portion, and the water to be filtered in the end cover enters the filter portion and passes through the filter portion to be filtered, and the filtered water after being filtered by the filter portion is suitable for entering the storage portion and being discharged from the storage portion. The filter device further includes a cleaning member disposed at the bottom of the end cap; a water guide hole is disposed at the bottom of the cleaning member, and the depth direction of the water guide hole is inclined relative to the vertical direction toward the inner wall of the filter portion. The water guide hole is configured to guide the filtered water in the end cap through the cleaning member to the inner wall of the filter portion, thereby flushing the inner wall of the filter portion through the impact of the water flow.

[0007] On the other hand, a clothing processing device is provided, comprising a housing, a barrel, and a filter device. The housing comprises a storage space. The barrel is disposed within the storage space. The barrel comprises a drain outlet, through which water to be filtered generated by processing clothing within the barrel is discharged. The filter device is connected to the drain outlet and comprises a housing, an end cover, and a filter element. The housing comprises a storage portion. The end cover is disposed at the opening of the storage portion, and the end cover is configured to close the storage portion. The end cover comprises a first water inlet, through which water to be filtered is adapted to enter the end cover. The filter element is disposed within the storage portion and is located at the bottom of the end cover. The filter element is configured to filter the water to be filtered entering the storage portion. The filter element comprises a filter portion, through which the water to be filtered in the end cover enters the filter portion and passes through the filter portion to be filtered, and the filtered water after being filtered by the filter portion is adapted to enter the storage portion and be discharged from the storage portion. The filter device further includes a cleaning brush, at least a portion of which is disposed within the filter portion, the cleaning brush being in contact with the inner wall of the filter portion, and capable of rotating within the filter portion around a rotation axis of the cleaning brush to scrub the inner wall of the filter portion. The cleaning brush includes a cleaning brush body and at least one propulsion portion, the at least one propulsion portion being disposed on the top of the cleaning brush body. Water in the end cap impacts the propulsion portion as it enters the filter portion, causing the propulsion portion to push the cleaning brush to rotate and scrub the inner wall of the filter portion.

[0008] On the other hand, a clothing processing device is provided, comprising a housing, a barrel and a filter device. The housing comprises a storage space. The barrel is arranged in the storage space. The barrel comprises a drain outlet, through which the water to be filtered generated by the processing of clothing in the barrel is discharged. The filter device is connected to the drain outlet, and comprises a shell, an end cover and a filter element. The shell comprises a storage portion. A water inlet is provided on the outer wall of the shell, and the water inlet is configured to be connected to the drain outlet to receive the water to be filtered discharged from the drain outlet. The shell further comprises a storage portion. The end cover is provided at the opening of the storage portion, and the end cover is configured to close the storage portion. The end cover comprises a first water inlet, through which the water to be filtered is suitable for entering the end cover. The filter element is detachably mounted in the storage portion and is located at the bottom of the end cover. The filter element includes a filter portion. The water to be filtered in the end cap enters the filter portion and passes through the filter portion to be filtered. The filtered water after being filtered by the filter portion is suitable for entering the accommodating portion and being discharged from the accommodating portion. A water inlet channel is provided in the end cap. The inlet end of the water inlet channel is connected to the water inlet portion, and the outlet end of the water inlet channel is connected to the filter portion. The water inlet channel is configured to guide the water discharged from the drain port into the filter portion for filtration. The water that passes through the filter portion can enter the accommodating portion and be discharged to the outside of the housing through the accommodating portion.

[0009] In another aspect, a laundry processing apparatus is provided, comprising a housing, a drum, and a filter device. The housing includes a storage space. The drum is disposed within the storage space. The drum includes a drain outlet, through which filtered water generated by laundry processing within the drum is discharged. The filter device is connected to the drain outlet and comprises a housing, an end cap, and a filter element. A water inlet is provided on an outer wall of the housing, and the water inlet is configured to communicate with the drain outlet to receive filtered water discharged from the drain outlet. The housing also includes a storage space. The end cap is disposed at an opening of the storage space and is configured to seal the storage space. The end cap includes a first water inlet, through which filtered water is adapted to enter the end cap. The filter element is detachably mounted within the storage space and is located at the bottom of the end cap. The filter element includes a filter portion, through which filtered water in the end cap enters and passes through the filter portion to be filtered. The filtered water, after being filtered by the filter portion, is adapted to enter and be discharged from the storage space. The end cap is provided with a water inlet channel, the inlet end of which is connected to the water inlet portion, and the outlet end of which is connected to the filter portion. The end cap also includes a third through hole and a fifth water outlet, the bottom of the third through hole being connected to the filter portion. The fifth water outlet is located at the bottom of the third through hole and is connected to the third through hole and the accommodating portion located outside the filter element. The filter device further includes a warning assembly comprising a second warning post and a first spring. The second warning post is located within the third through hole. The first spring is connected to the second warning post and is configured to drive the second warning post toward the interior of the third through hole, thereby blocking the bottom end of the third through hole and the fifth water outlet. The water inlet channel directs water discharged from the drain outlet into the filter portion for filtration, and water that passes through the filter portion enters the accommodating portion and is discharged through the accommodating portion. When the filter portion is clogged, the water pressure at the bottom port of the third through hole increases, and the second warning column moves away from the bottom of the third through hole under the action of the water pressure and protrudes from the outside of the end cover; the bottom port of the third through hole and the fifth water outlet are opened, and the water entering the filter portion enters the accommodating portion outside the filter element through the fifth water outlet, so as to be discharged from the shell through the accommodating portion.

[0010] In another aspect, a laundry processing device is provided, comprising a housing, a barrel, and a filter device. The housing comprises a storage space and a drain outlet. The barrel is disposed within the storage space and has a laundry storage cavity formed therein. The drain outlet communicates with the laundry storage cavity. The filter device is connected to the drain outlet and comprises a housing, an end cap, and a filter element. A water inlet is provided on the outer wall of the housing, and the water inlet is configured to communicate with the drain outlet to receive water to be filtered discharged from the drain outlet. The housing further comprises a storage portion. The end cap is disposed at an opening of the storage portion and is configured to seal the storage portion. The end cap comprises a first water inlet, through which water to be filtered is adapted to enter the end cap. The filter element is disposed within the storage portion and is located at the bottom of the end cap. The filter element comprises a filter portion, through which water to be filtered in the end cap enters and passes through the filter portion to be filtered. The filtered water, after being filtered by the filter portion, is adapted to enter and be discharged from the storage portion. A partition is formed between the filter element and the inner wall of the accommodating portion for the filtered water to flow. The shell further includes a drain portion, and the partition is connected to the outside of the shell through the drain portion. The filtering device further includes a water wheel, which is rotatably disposed in the end cover and fixedly connected to the filter element. The first water inlet is connected to the drain port through the water inlet, and the first water inlet is arranged toward the water wheel. The water to be filtered discharged from the drain port impacts the water wheel through the first water inlet to drive the water wheel to rotate. The water wheel is configured to drive the filter element to rotate so that the water to be filtered is filtered through the filter element into the partition.

[0011] In another aspect, a laundry processing device is provided, comprising a housing, a drum, and a filter device. The housing includes a storage space and a drain outlet. The drum is disposed within the storage space and has a laundry storage cavity formed therein. The drain outlet communicates with the laundry storage cavity. The filter device is connected to the drain outlet and comprises a housing, an end cap, and a filter element. The outer wall of the housing is provided with a water inlet, which is configured to communicate with the drain outlet to receive water to be filtered discharged from the drain outlet. The housing also includes a storage portion. The end cap is disposed at an opening of the storage portion and is configured to seal the storage portion. The end cap includes a first water inlet, through which water to be filtered is adapted to enter the end cap. The filter element is disposed within the storage portion and is located at the bottom of the end cap. The filter element includes a filter portion, through which water to be filtered in the end cap enters and passes through the filter portion to be filtered. The filtered water, after being filtered by the filter portion, is adapted to enter and be discharged from the storage portion. A partition is formed between the filter element and the inner wall of the accommodating portion for the filtered water to flow. The shell further includes a drain portion, and the partition is connected to the outside of the shell through the drain portion. The filtering device further includes a water wheel and an agitator, and the agitator is located in the filter portion. The water wheel is rotatably arranged in the end cover and fixedly connected to the agitator. The first water inlet is connected to the drain port through the water inlet, and the first water inlet is arranged toward the water wheel. The water to be filtered discharged from the drain port impacts the water wheel through the first water inlet to drive the water wheel to rotate. The water wheel is configured to drive the agitator to rotate so that the water to be filtered is filtered through the filter element into the partition. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] FIG1 is an installation diagram of a clothes treating apparatus according to some embodiments;

[0013] FIG2 is a structural diagram of a filtering device from another perspective according to some embodiments;

[0014] FIG3A is a structural diagram of a filter device with a rear cover removed according to some embodiments;

[0015] FIG3B is a structural diagram of the rear cover in FIG2 ;

[0016] FIG4 is a structural diagram of the housing in FIG2 ;

[0017] FIG5 is a top view of the housing shown in FIG4 ;

[0018] FIG6 is a cross-sectional view of the housing shown in FIG5 along line AA;

[0019] FIG7 is a top view of the structure shown in FIG3A;

[0020] FIG8 is a cross-sectional view of the structure shown in FIG7 along line BB;

[0021] FIG9 is a structural diagram of the structure shown in FIG8 from another perspective;

[0022] FIG10 is a structural diagram of the end cover in FIG7;

[0023] FIG11 is a cross-sectional view of the end cap shown in FIG10 along line CC;

[0024] FIG12 is a structural diagram of the end cap, the telescopic portion, and the filter element provided at the accommodating portion;

[0025] FIG13 is an exploded view of the structure shown in FIG12;

[0026] FIG14 is a cross-sectional view of the structure shown in FIG12;

[0027] FIG15 is a structural diagram of the cleaning member in FIG13;

[0028] FIG16 is a cross-sectional view of the cleaning member shown in FIG15 along line DD;

[0029] FIG17 is a structural diagram of the filter element in FIG13 from another perspective;

[0030] FIG18 is an exploded view of the end cover and the first and second sealing members in FIG13 ;

[0031] FIG19 is a structural diagram of another filtering device according to some embodiments;

[0032] FIG20 is a top view of the structure shown in FIG19;

[0033] FIG21 is a cross-sectional view of the structure shown in FIG20 along line EE;

[0034] FIG22 is an exploded view of the structure shown in FIG19;

[0035] FIG23 is a structural diagram of the cleaning brush in FIG22;

[0036] FIG24 is a top view of the cleaning brush in FIG23;

[0037] FIG25 is a cross-sectional view of the cleaning brush along line FF in FIG24;

[0038] FIG26 is a top view of the water diversion member in FIG22;

[0039] FIG27 is a structural diagram of the water distribution member in FIG26 from another perspective;

[0040] FIG28 is a structural diagram of the water distribution member and the cleaning brush in the combined state;

[0041] FIG29 is a cross-sectional view of the structure shown in FIG28;

[0042] FIG30 is a partial enlarged view of circle A1 in FIG29;

[0043] FIG31 is a cross-sectional view of the cleaning brush in FIG22;

[0044] FIG32 is a partial enlarged view of circle B1 in FIG31;

[0045] FIG33 is a structural diagram of yet another filtering device according to some embodiments;

[0046] FIG34 is a cross-sectional view of the structure shown in FIG33;

[0047] FIG35 is an exploded view of the structure shown in FIG33;

[0048] Figure 36 is a structural diagram of the overflow member and the end cover in the assembled state;

[0049] FIG37 is a cross-sectional view of the structure shown in FIG36 along line GG;

[0050] FIG38 is a partial enlarged view of circle C1 in FIG37;

[0051] FIG39 is a cross-sectional view of the filter device disposed within the housing;

[0052] FIG40 is a partial enlarged view of circle D1 in FIG39;

[0053] FIG41 is a structural diagram of the overflow member in FIG35;

[0054] FIG42 is a top view of the overflow member in FIG41;

[0055] FIG43 is a cross-sectional view of the overflow member along line HH in FIG42;

[0056] Figure 44 is a top view of the warning device disposed on the housing;

[0057] FIG45 is a cross-sectional view of the structure shown in FIG44 along line II;

[0058] FIG46 is a partial enlarged view of circle E1 in FIG45;

[0059] FIG47 is a structural diagram of the first warning component in FIG44;

[0060] FIG48 is a top view of the first warning assembly shown in FIG47;

[0061] FIG49 is a cross-sectional view of the structure shown in FIG48 along line JJ;

[0062] FIG50 is a flowchart of a method for controlling a clothes treating apparatus according to some embodiments;

[0063] FIG51 is a structural diagram of yet another filtering device according to some embodiments;

[0064] Figure 52 is a structural diagram of the housing in Figure 51;

[0065] FIG53 is a structural diagram of FIG52 from another perspective;

[0066] FIG54 is a cross-sectional view of FIG51;

[0067] FIG55 is a structural diagram of FIG54 in another state;

[0068] FIG56 is a partial enlarged view of the circle F1 in FIG55;

[0069] FIG57 is a structural diagram of the filter element in FIG54;

[0070] Figure 58 is a structural diagram of the end cover in Figure 51;

[0071] FIG59 is an exploded view of the end cover in FIG58 with the lock removed;

[0072] Figure 60 is a structural diagram of the end cover body in Figure 59;

[0073] FIG61 is a structural diagram of FIG60 from another perspective;

[0074] Figure 62 is a cross-sectional view of Figure 60;

[0075] FIG63 is a structural diagram of the second warning component in FIG54;

[0076] Figure 64 is a cross-sectional view of Figure 63;

[0077] Figure 65 is a structural diagram of the upper cover in Figure 59;

[0078] Figure 66 is a cross-sectional view of Figure 65;

[0079] FIG67 is a structural diagram of the lock in FIG60;

[0080] FIG68 is another cross-sectional view of FIG51;

[0081] FIG69 is a partial enlarged view of the circle G1 in FIG68;

[0082] FIG70 is a cross-sectional view of yet another filter device according to some embodiments;

[0083] FIG71 is a structural diagram of FIG70 in another state;

[0084] FIG72 is a partial enlarged view of circle H1 in FIG71;

[0085] FIG73 is a structural diagram of the filter element in FIG70;

[0086] FIG74 is a structural diagram of the water distributor in FIG70;

[0087] Figure 75 is a cross-sectional view of Figure 74;

[0088] FIG76 is an exploded view of the end cover in FIG70 with the lock removed;

[0089] FIG77 is a structural diagram of the end cover body in FIG76;

[0090] FIG78 is a cross-sectional view of FIG77;

[0091] FIG79 is another cross-sectional view of another filter device described in FIG70;

[0092] FIG80 is a top view of yet another filter device according to some embodiments;

[0093] FIG81 is a cross-sectional view taken along line KK in FIG80;

[0094] FIG82 is a cross-sectional view taken along line LL in FIG80;

[0095] FIG83 is a rear view of the filter device of FIG80;

[0096] FIG84 is a cross-sectional view taken along line MM in FIG83;

[0097] FIG85 is a structural diagram of a housing according to some embodiments;

[0098] FIG86 is a cross-sectional view of an interior of a housing according to some embodiments;

[0099] FIG87 is a structural diagram of a cover according to some embodiments;

[0100] FIG88 is another structural diagram of a cover according to some embodiments;

[0101] FIG89 is a structural diagram of a water wheel and agitator according to some embodiments;

[0102] FIG90 is a cross-sectional view of a water wheel and agitator according to some embodiments;

[0103] FIG91 is a structural diagram of a cover plate according to some embodiments;

[0104] FIG92 is a cross-sectional view of a cover plate according to some embodiments;

[0105] FIG93 is a top view of yet another filter device according to some embodiments;

[0106] FIG94 is a cross-sectional view taken along line NN in FIG93;

[0107] FIG95A is a block diagram of another housing according to some embodiments;

[0108] FIG95B is a cross-sectional view of the interior of another housing according to some embodiments;

[0109] FIG96 is a structural diagram of another water wheel according to some embodiments;

[0110] FIG97 is a cross-sectional view of another water wheel according to some embodiments;

[0111] FIG98 is a structural diagram of another filter element according to some embodiments; and

[0112] 99 is a cross-sectional view of another filter element according to some embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0113] The following will be combined with the accompanying drawings to clearly and completely describe some embodiments of the present disclosure. Obviously, the embodiments described are only some embodiments of the present disclosure, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments provided by the present disclosure, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field are within the scope of protection of the present disclosure.

[0114] Unless the context requires otherwise, throughout the specification and claims, the term "comprise" and its other forms, such as the third person singular form "comprises" and the present participle form "comprising", are to be interpreted as open and inclusive, that is, "including, but not limited to". In the description of the specification, the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "exemplary embodiments", "example", "specific example" or "some examples" are intended to indicate that a particular feature, structure, material or characteristic associated with the embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present disclosure. The gender representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. In addition, the particular features, structures, materials or characteristics may be included in any one or more embodiments or examples in any appropriate manner.

[0115] In the following, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood to indicate or imply relative importance or implicitly specify the number of the technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the embodiments of the present disclosure, unless otherwise specified, "plurality" means two or more.

[0116] When describing some embodiments, the expressions "coupled" and "connected" and their derivatives may be used. The term "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. The term "coupled" indicates that two or more components are in direct physical or electrical contact. The term "coupled" or "communicatively coupled" may also refer to two or more components that are not in direct contact with each other, but still cooperate or interact with each other. The embodiments disclosed herein are not necessarily limited to the contents of this document.

[0117] “At least one of A, B and C” has the same meaning as “at least one of A, B or C” and both include the following combinations of A, B and C: A only, B only, C only, the combination of A and B, the combination of A and C, the combination of B and C, and the combination of A, B and C.

[0118] The use of "adapted to" or "configured to" herein is intended to be open and inclusive language that does not exclude devices adapted or configured to perform additional tasks or steps.

[0119] As used herein, "about," "substantially," or "approximately" includes the stated value and an average value that is within an acceptable range of deviation from the particular value as determined by one of ordinary skill in the art taking into account the measurements in question and the errors associated with the measurement of the particular quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system).

[0120] As used herein, "parallel", "perpendicular", and "equal" include the situations described and situations similar to the situations described, and the range of the similar situations is within an acceptable deviation range, wherein the acceptable deviation range is as determined by a person of ordinary skill in the art taking into account the measurement in question and the errors associated with the measurement of the specific quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system). For example, "parallel" includes absolute parallelism and approximate parallelism, wherein the acceptable deviation range of approximate parallelism can be, for example, a deviation within 5°; "perpendicular" includes absolute perpendicularity and approximate perpendicularity, wherein the acceptable deviation range of approximate perpendicularity can also be, for example, a deviation within 5°. "Equal" includes absolute equality and approximate equality, wherein the acceptable deviation range of approximate equality can be, for example, that the difference between the two equals is less than or equal to 5% of either one.

[0121] It should be noted that, in order to clearly illustrate the structure of each component, hatching is omitted in some cross-sectional views.

[0122] Wastewater discharged from laundry processing equipment often contains impurities such as microplastics. Microplastics are plastic particles, fibers, or films with a diameter of less than 5mm. These microplastics are generally non-biodegradable and difficult to filter out. Although wastewater is filtered and separated by municipal sewage treatment systems before discharge, more than half of these microplastics still enter rivers and oceans, ultimately entering the human body through the food chain and posing a health risk.

[0123] Currently, related laundry treatment equipment uses a filter at the drain outlet to filter impurities from the wastewater discharged from the laundry treatment equipment, thereby protecting the blades of the drainage pump. However, the filtration accuracy of existing filters is between 5mm and 10mm, and the filtering effect on microplastics is not significant. In addition, existing filters also have the following problems.

[0124] On the one hand, existing filter devices have complex structures, making installation and removal of the filter element cumbersome during maintenance. On the other hand, existing filter devices are prone to clogging, and when clogged, they fail to promptly notify the user to replace or clean the filter device, resulting in reduced drainage efficiency and impacting the reliability of the laundry processing equipment.

[0125] To solve the above problems, with reference to Figure 1, some embodiments of the present disclosure provide a clothing processing device 1000, which includes a housing 100, a cylinder and a filter device 10. The filter device 10 is arranged outside the housing 100 and is configured to filter microplastics in the sewage discharged from the housing 100. In order to avoid clogging of the filter device 10, a connecting piece is further provided inside the filter device 10. In the process of the water to be filtered flowing into the filter element, the connecting piece will cause the filter element to shake, so as to reduce the occurrence of clogging, improve the filtering effect of the filter device 10, and ensure the reliability of the filter device 10 and the clothing processing device 1000.

[0126] It should be noted that the clothing processing device 1000 can be a clothing processing device, a drying machine, or a washing and drying machine.

[0127] In some embodiments, the housing 100 is configured as the outer shell of the laundry processing apparatus 1000. The housing 100 is a hollow structure having an interior space. Other components of the laundry processing apparatus 1000, such as circuit structures, air duct structures, drive mechanisms, and drainage structures, may be located in the interior space.

[0128] In some embodiments, the drum is disposed in the interior space of the housing 100 and is configured to wash or dry clothes. The drum has a clothes receiving cavity with an opening on one side, and clothes are put into the clothes receiving cavity through the drum opening for washing or drying.

[0129] The drum is also provided with a drain outlet configured to drain wastewater generated by washing or drying clothes within the drum. If the axis of the drum is arranged along the front-to-back direction of the housing 100, the laundry processing apparatus 1000 may be a drum-type laundry processing apparatus 1000. If the axis of the drum is arranged along the top-to-bottom direction of the housing 100, the laundry processing apparatus 1000 may be a pulsator-type laundry processing apparatus. Some embodiments of the present disclosure are described using a drum-type laundry processing apparatus as an example.

[0130] In some embodiments, the laundry processing device 1000 further includes a door. The door is configured to seal the opening of the drum during laundry washing, thereby maintaining a sealed chamber during laundry washing. The door is connected to the housing 100 and is positioned corresponding to the opening of the drum. A glass door may also be provided on the door to facilitate observation of the laundry process.

[0131] In some embodiments, the drum body includes an outer drum and an inner drum. The inner drum is hollow to form the clothing receiving chamber and is provided with a clothing loading port. The inner drum is disposed within the inner cavity of the outer drum, which is disposed within the housing 100. A door covers the clothing loading port of the inner drum, thereby forming a sealed space in the clothing receiving chamber. The inner drum has an opening disposed in the peripheral wall of the inner drum. The inner drum communicates with the inner cavity of the outer drum via the opening, so that waste washing water can be discharged into the outer drum through the opening. A drain outlet may be provided at the bottom of the outer drum.

[0132] In some embodiments, the laundry processing apparatus 1000 further includes a first drain pipe 200, which is disposed outside the tub. One end of the first drain pipe 200 is connected to the interior of the tub, that is, one end of the first drain pipe 200 is connected to the laundry receiving chamber, and the other end of the first drain pipe 200 extends outside the housing 100, thereby draining the sewage in the laundry receiving chamber out of the housing 100.

[0133] In some embodiments, the filter device 10 is connected to the first drain pipe 200 and is configured to filter microplastics in the wastewater discharged from the clothing treatment device 1000. The filter device 10 is configured to filter the wastewater in the clothing receiving chamber. After the wastewater is discharged from the housing 100 through the first drain pipe 200, it can enter the filter device 10 for filtration and be discharged after filtration. This allows the filtration of impurities such as microplastics in the wastewater, reducing the content of microplastics in the wastewater discharged into the environment and minimizing the damage to the ecological environment caused by microplastics.

[0134] 2 to 6 , the filter device 10 includes a housing 11. The housing 11 serves as the outer shell of the filter device 10. A housing 111 is formed within the housing 11. The housing 111 is configured to house the main components of the filter device 10. The housing 111 opens toward the top of the housing 11 to receive and filter water introduced from the outside.

[0135] It should be noted that the water to be filtered may be sewage discharged from the first drain pipe 200 of the laundry processing apparatus 1000. In this case, the filter device 10 is a part of the laundry processing apparatus 1000, but can be provided independently of the main body of the laundry processing apparatus 1000, for example, hung outside the housing 100 of the laundry processing apparatus 1000.

[0136] 5, 6, 85, and 86, the housing 11 includes a housing body 110, a water inlet 121, and a water outlet 122. The accommodating portion 111 is formed inside the housing body 110. The water inlet 121 and the water outlet 122 are disposed on the outer wall of the housing body 110 and are both connected to the accommodating portion 111.

[0137] The water inlet 121 is configured to connect to an external structure to introduce external filtered water into the accommodating portion 111 for filtration. For example, the water inlet 121 is a water inlet pipe. The water inlet 121 can be connected to the first drain pipe 200 of the laundry treatment device 1000. After being filtered in the accommodating portion 111, the filtered water becomes filtered water.

[0138] The water outlet 122 is configured to discharge the filtered water out of the accommodating portion 111. For example, the water outlet 122 is a water outlet pipe. The filtration device 10 also includes a second drain pipe 102 (see FIG. 4 ), which is configured to discharge the filtered water discharged from the water outlet 122 into a municipal sewage treatment system. The water outlet 122 can be in communication with the second drain pipe 102 of the filtration device 10.

[0139] In some embodiments, the water inlet 121 is spaced apart and positioned above the water outlet 122. For example, the water inlet 121 can be positioned at the top of the housing body 110 and communicate with the top space of the accommodating portion 111, thereby allowing filtered water to be introduced into the accommodating portion 111 for filtration. The water outlet 122 can be positioned at the bottom of the housing body 110 and communicate with the bottom space of the accommodating portion 111, thereby allowing filtered water to be fully discharged to the exterior of the housing 11.

[0140] In some embodiments, a receiving portion 112 is formed at the rear of the housing body 110. The receiving portion 112 is configured to accommodate the water inlet 121 and an external pipe (e.g., the first drain pipe 200) configured to communicate with the water inlet 121. The rear and bottom of the receiving portion 112 are both opened.

[0141] 3A and 3B , the housing 11 further includes a rear cover 13, which can be disposed over the rear opening of the receiving portion 112. A pipe from the outside, configured to communicate with the water inlet 121, extends from the bottom opening of the receiving portion 112 into the receiving portion 112.

[0142] It should be noted that, when the filter device 10 is disposed outside the housing 100, the filter device 10 can be fixed to a wall via the rear cover 13 to facilitate connecting the water outlet 122 to the second drain pipe 102. For example, a fastener can be provided on the rear cover 13 to securely connect to the wall.

[0143] 2 and 3A , the housing body 110 further includes a mating portion 113, which can be disposed on the inner wall of the receiving portion 112. Two mating portions 113 can be provided, and the two mating portions 113 can be disposed opposite each other on two side walls of the receiving portion 112. For example, the mating portion 113 is a protrusion.

[0144] 3B , the back cover 13 includes a back cover body 130 and a fourth engaging portion 131. The fourth engaging portion 131 is disposed on the back cover body 130 and is configured to engage with the mating portion 113, thereby securing the back cover 13 to the housing 11. Two fourth engaging portions 131 can be arranged opposite each other, with each engaging with a corresponding mating portion 113. For example, the fourth engaging portion 131 can be a hook.

[0145] In some embodiments, referring to FIG. 7 to FIG. 11 , the filter device 10 further includes an end cap 14 , which is disposed at the top opening of the accommodating portion 111 and configured to seal the top opening of the accommodating portion 111 to prevent leakage of unfiltered sewage.

[0146] The end cap 14 can be detachably fixed to the opening of the accommodating portion 111, with a portion of the end cap 14 located inside the accommodating portion 111 and another portion of the end cap 14 exposed outside the accommodating portion 111. In this way, the user can remove the end cap 14 through the portion exposed outside the accommodating portion 111 to clean microplastics such as lint in the accommodating portion 111.

[0147] In some embodiments, the end cap 14 includes an end cap body 140 and a first lifting portion 141 . The first lifting portion 141 is disposed on the top of the end cap body 140 . The user can remove the end cap 14 from the accommodating portion 111 through the first lifting portion 141 .

[0148] It is understood that the shape of the end cap 14 can match the shape of the opening of the accommodating portion 111. Thus, when the end cap 14 is positioned at the opening of the accommodating portion 111, the end cap 14 will seal the top opening of the accommodating portion 111, thereby achieving a seal on the accommodating portion 111. Referring to Figures 2 and 4, when the opening of the accommodating portion 111 is circular, the end cap 14 can be a circular end cap 14.

[0149] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 10 and 11, the end cover body 140 further includes a first water guide 143 and at least one first water inlet 142. The first water inlet 142 is provided on one side of the end cover body 140, and the water to be filtered is suitable for entering the end cover 14 through the first water inlet 142. For example, the first water guide 143 is a water guide groove. The opening of the first water guide 143 is downward, that is, the opening of the first water guide 143 is arranged toward the interior of the accommodating portion 111. The water to be filtered is suitable for entering the interior of the accommodating portion 111 through the opening of the first water guide 143 for filtration.

[0150] For example, the end cover body 140 includes a second top wall 1401 and a second side wall 1402 . The second side wall 1402 is arranged around the second top wall 1401 , so that the second top wall 1401 and the second side wall 1402 together form a first water guide portion 143 opening downward.

[0151] It is understood that the first lifting portion 141 can be disposed on a side of the second top wall 1401 away from the interior of the accommodating portion 111. The first water inlet 142 can be disposed on the second top wall 1401, the second side wall 1402, or both the top and side walls of the end cover 14. In this case, the filtered water enters the end cover 14 through the first water inlet 142, and can also enter the first water guide 143 through the first water inlet 142.

[0152] In some embodiments, the at least one first water inlet 142 includes a plurality of first water inlets 142 , and the plurality of first water inlets 142 may be spaced apart along the circumference of the end cover 14 , that is, spaced apart along the circumference of the second sidewall 1402 .

[0153] Referring to Figures 8, 9, and 12 to 14, the filter device 10 further includes a filter element 15. The filter element 15 is disposed within the accommodating portion 111 and is located on a side of the end cap 14 near the interior of the accommodating portion 111 (i.e., below). For example, the filter element 15 is entirely located within the accommodating portion 111. The filter element 15 is configured to filter sewage introduced into the accommodating portion 111, so that microplastics such as lint are retained in the filter element 15 after filtration.

[0154] In some embodiments, a filter portion 151 is formed within the filter element 15, and the top of the filter portion 151 is open. Sewage introduced into the accommodating portion 111 through the water inlet portion 121 can enter the accommodating portion 111 from the top, and then be filtered through the peripheral side walls and bottom wall of the accommodating portion 151. The filtered water can then pass through the peripheral side walls and bottom wall of the accommodating portion 111, enter the accommodating portion 111 outside the filter portion 151, and then be discharged to the outside of the housing 11 through the water outlet portion 122.

[0155] In some embodiments, the bottom of the filter element 15 is spaced apart from the bottom sidewall of the accommodating portion 111. Therefore, the water filtered and filtered through the bottom wall of the filter portion 151 can flow to the bottom area of ​​the accommodating portion 111 and then discharged to the outside of the housing 11 through the water outlet 122.

[0156] In some embodiments, the periphery of the filter element 15 is spaced apart from the peripheral sidewalls of the accommodating portion 111. Therefore, water filtered and passed through the peripheral sidewalls of the filter portion 151 can flow through the gap between the periphery of the filter element 15 and the peripheral sidewalls of the accommodating portion 111 to the bottom area of ​​the accommodating portion 111, and then be discharged to the outside of the housing 11 through the water outlet 122.

[0157] It should be noted that, in other embodiments, the water to be filtered may be filtered only through the peripheral side wall of the filter portion 151 , or may be filtered only through the bottom wall of the filter portion 151 .

[0158] 8 and 9 , in some embodiments, the filter element 15 can be arranged in contact with or spaced from the end cap 14. The opening of the filter portion 151 can be arranged toward the opening at the bottom of the first water guide portion 143, so that water in the first water guide portion 143 can enter the filter portion 151 through the opening at the bottom of the first water guide portion 143 under the action of gravity to be filtered.

[0159] It should be noted that the filter element 15 can be cylindrical, and in this case, the accommodating portion 111 can also be cylindrical (see Figures 8 and 9). A gap is formed between the outer wall of the filter element 15 and the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111 to ensure that water discharged from the filter portion 151 can flow down through the gap, preventing the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111 from obstructing the flow of water discharged from the filter portion 151.

[0160] Referring to Figure 12 , in some embodiments, the filter element 15 includes a filter frame 152 and a first filter screen 153. The filter frame 152 forms the skeleton of the filter element 15, and multiple hollow areas are formed on the sidewalls and bottom wall of the filter frame 152. The first filter screen 153 is disposed in the hollow areas and can be configured to filter wastewater discharged from the laundry treatment device 1000 to remove microplastics in the wastewater.

[0161] The filter frame 152 and the first filter screen 153 constitute the filter section 151. The water in the filter section 151 can be filtered through the first filter screen 153 at each hollow area, pass through the filter holes on the first filter screen 153 and enter the accommodating portion 111, thereby filtering the microparticles in the sewage, reducing the discharge of microparticles into the environment, and further reducing the damage of microparticles to the ecological environment.

[0162] It is understandable that because synthetic clothing contains microplastics such as polyester and acrylic fibers, and most microplastics are non-biodegradable, the wastewater discharged from clothing processing equipment 1000 contains a high level of microplastics. Microplastics refer to plastic fragments or particles with a diameter of less than 5 mm.

[0163] In some embodiments, the aperture size of the first filter 153 is smaller than a preset aperture size, thereby enabling the first filter 153 to fully filter the "microplastics".

[0164] 13 and 14 , the filter device 10 further includes a cleaning member 16 disposed at the bottom of the end cap body 140. The top of the cleaning member 16 can be disposed within the end cap body 140, that is, the top of the cleaning member 16 is disposed within the first water guide portion 143. At this time, the outer peripheral wall of the top of the cleaning member 16 can abut against the inner peripheral wall of the first water guide portion 143, thereby allowing water in the first water guide portion 143 to fully enter the cleaning member 16.

[0165] For example, the outer peripheral wall of the top of the cleaning member 16 is provided with an external thread, and the inner peripheral wall of the first water guide portion 143 is provided with an internal thread, and the cleaning member 16 and the first water guide portion 143 are connected through threads.

[0166] 15 and 16 , the cleaning member 16 is provided with at least one water guide hole 161. The water guide hole 161 is configured to guide water in the cleaning member 16 toward the inner wall of the filter portion 151, thereby flushing the inner wall of the filter portion 151 through the impact of the water flow. The water guide hole 161 is provided at the bottom of the cleaning member 16.

[0167] The depth direction of the water guide hole 161 is inclined relative to the vertical direction toward the inner wall of the filter portion 151 , that is, the depth direction of the water guide hole 161 is inclined toward a direction away from the center of the cleaning component 16 .

[0168] It should be noted that, when the filter device 10 is placed vertically, the height direction of the cleaning member 16 (the up-down direction as shown in FIG. 16 ) is the vertical direction.

[0169] 16 , the depth direction of the water guide hole 161 forms an angle A with the vertical direction. If there are multiple water guide holes 161, the angles A between the depth direction and the vertical direction of the multiple water guide holes 161 can be the same or different. In FIG16 , the angles A between the depth direction and the vertical direction of the multiple water guide holes 161 are shown as being the same.

[0170] It should be noted that the angle A may range from 20° to 60°. For example, the angle A is 20°, 30°, 40°, 50°, or 60°.

[0171] In summary, in the filter device 10 provided in some embodiments of the present disclosure, when the water to be filtered flows from the cleaning part 16 into the filter part 151, due to the setting of the water guide hole 161, the water to be filtered will flush the inner wall of the filter part 151, which can avoid debris from clogging the filter element 15 and ensure the filtering effect of the water to be filtered.

[0172] Continuing with Figure 16 , in some embodiments, the cleaning member 16 includes a first bottom wall 162, a first side wall 163, and a cleaning portion 164. The first bottom wall 162 is disposed around the first side wall 163 to form the cleaning portion 164. A water guide hole 161 is disposed in the first bottom wall 162. After water in the end cap 14 enters the cleaning portion 164, it flows through the water guide hole 161 into the filter portion 151.

[0173] It is understandable that the shape of the cleaning member 16 can match the shape of the bottom of the end cover 14. For example, the first bottom wall 162 is configured as a circle, and the first side wall 163 is configured as a circular ring.

[0174] Referring to Figure 14 , when the first sidewall 163 of the cleaning member 16 abuts against the inner wall of the first water guide portion 143, the first water guide portion 143 and the cleaning portion 164 together form a water guide cavity 17. The first water inlet 142 is located on the side of the cleaning member 16 near (i.e., above) the second top wall 1401. Thus, after the filtered water enters the water guide cavity 17 through the first water inlet 142, it is discharged through the water guide hole 161 and enters the filter portion 151, thereby ensuring effective filtration of the filtered water.

[0175] In some embodiments, the water guide holes 161 may be divided into at least two groups, each group of water guide holes 161 includes a plurality of water guide holes 161 , and the plurality of water guide holes 161 in each group are spaced apart from each other.

[0176] The multiple water guide holes 161 in each group can be arranged in a ring shape. The ring shape can be a closed shape, such as a circle, an ellipse, a rectangle, etc. When the first bottom wall 162 is arranged in a circular shape, the multiple water guide holes 161 in each group can also be arranged in a circular shape. In this case, each water guide hole 161 is arranged in an arc shape.

[0177] 15 and 16 , the water guide holes 161 are divided into two groups. Each group of water guide holes 161 includes four water guide holes 161 . The four water guide holes 161 are spaced apart from each other.

[0178] The two groups of water guide holes 161 can be arranged in a ring with intervals between them. In this case, the depth direction of the water guide holes 161 is inclined relative to the vertical direction, toward the outside of the ring. If the ring formed by the two groups of water guide holes 161 is circular, the two circles can be concentrically arranged with different radii. In this case, the depth direction of the water guide holes 161 is inclined away from the center of the circle.

[0179] It is understood that by providing multiple groups of water guide holes 161, water in the cleaning section 164 can be quickly introduced into the filter section 151, avoiding the problem of water obstruction in the cleaning section 164. By arranging the groups of water guide holes 161 in a ring shape, the water guided by the water guide holes 161 is diffused in all directions, thereby achieving a comprehensive flushing of the inner wall of the filter section 151, thereby improving the filtration efficiency of the filter device 10 and the flushing effect of the filter element 15.

[0180] 8, 9, 13, and 14, in some embodiments, the filter device 10 further includes a connector 18. The connector 18 connects the end cap 14 and the filter element 15. The connector 18 can be a connector (e.g., a spring). The top end of the connector 18 can be connected to the bottom end of the end cap 14, and the bottom end of the connector 18 can be connected to the filter element 15. The connector 18 can be elastically deformable in at least one of a vertical direction (the vertical direction as shown in FIG. 14) or a horizontal direction.

[0181] It should be noted that the connecting member 18 can be a structure capable of elastic deformation, such as a spring or a spring. In the accompanying drawings corresponding to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the connecting member 18 is shown as a spring.

[0182] The end cap 14 and the filter element 15 can be connected only by the connector 18, thereby fixing the filter element 15 to the end cap 14 through the connector 18. Of course, in other embodiments, other connecting structures can be provided between the end cap 14 and the connector 18 to achieve the connection between the end cap 14 and the filter element 15 through the connecting structure.

[0183] It is understood that as water in the end cap 14 flows into the filter portion 151, the water impacts the filter portion 151 under the action of gravity, causing the filter element 15 to elastically deform the connector 18, thereby causing the filter element 15 to vibrate. The connector 18 may elastically deform only in the vertical direction, causing the filter element 15 to vibrate in the vertical direction, or may elastically deform only in the horizontal direction, causing the filter element 15 to vibrate in the horizontal direction, or may elastically deform in both the vertical and horizontal directions, causing the filter element 15 to vibrate in both the vertical and horizontal directions.

[0184] By setting the connecting piece 18, the filter element 15 can be shaken under the impact of the water flow, thereby shaking off the debris on the inner wall of the filter part 151, thereby preventing excessive accumulation of debris and clogging the filter part 151, and further affecting the filtering effect and water guiding effect of the filter element 15.

[0185] It is understood that in the embodiment provided with the connecting member 18, the filter device 10 can omit the provision of the cleaning member 16. That is, in this case, the water in the end cap 14 is introduced into the filter element 15, and the filtering effect of the filter element 15 is ensured by the shaking of the filter element 15. Of course, in the embodiment provided with the connecting member 18, the filter device 10 can also be provided with the cleaning member 16. In this case, the shaking of the filter element 15 and the diversion and flushing of the water flow by the cleaning member 16 achieve a dual anti-blocking effect, which can further improve the filtering effect of the filter element 15.

[0186] Referring to Figure 14, in an embodiment in which a cleaning member 16 is provided, the top end of the connector 18 is connected to the bottom wall of the cleaning member 16, and the bottom end of the connector 18 is connected to the bottom wall of the filter portion 151. At least a portion of the connector 18 is located within the filter portion 151. By connecting the bottom end of the connector 18 to the bottom wall of the filter portion 151, the connector 18 is at least partially located within the filter portion 151. This can improve the bearing effect of the connector 18 on the filter 15, thereby making the position of the filter 15 relatively stable. The top of the connector 18 can be fixed to the center position of the cleaning member 16, in which case the length direction of the connector 18 is the vertical direction.

[0187] 16 , in some embodiments, the cleaning member 16 further includes a first connecting post 165 . For example, the center of the first bottom wall 162 of the cleaning member 16 is convex downward to form the first connecting post 165 . The water guide holes 161 are provided around the first connecting post 165 .

[0188] 17 , the filter element 15 further includes a second connecting post 154. For example, the center of the bottom wall of the filter portion 151 is raised upward to form the second connecting post 154, and the height of the second connecting post 154 is lower than the depth of the filter portion 151. The bottom end of the first connecting post 165 can be located above the filter element 15 or within the filter portion 151.

[0189] It is understood that the connecting member 18 is spring-shaped, with the top end of the connecting member 18 sleeved onto the first connecting post 165, and the bottom end of the connecting member 18 sleeved onto the second connecting post 154. This facilitates the connection between the cleaning member 16 and the filter element 15. The arrangement of the first connecting post 165 and the second connecting post 154 facilitates the connection of the connecting member 18 to the cleaning member 16 and the filter element 15.

[0190] It should be noted that the connection between the end cap 14 and the filter element 15 can be achieved solely through the connector 18, thereby securing the filter element 15 to the end cap 14 via the connector 18. Of course, referring to Figures 13, 14, and 19, in some embodiments, the filter device 10 may further include a first telescopic portion 19. The first telescopic portion 19 is disposed between the end cap 14 and the filter element 15 to enhance the securing effect on the filter element 15.

[0191] That is, the filter element 15 and the end cap 14 are indirectly connected via the first telescopic portion 19, with a portion of the connector 18 located within the first telescopic portion 19 and another portion of the connector 18 located within the filter portion 151. Thus, the fluid in the end cap 14 flows through the first telescopic portion 19 before further entering the filter element 15.

[0192] In some embodiments, the top end of the first telescopic portion 19 is embedded in the end cap 14, and the bottom end of the first telescopic portion 19 is sleeved onto the filter element 15. The outer wall of the top of the first telescopic portion 19 can be connected to the inner wall of the bottom of the end cap 14, and the bottom end of the first telescopic portion 19 can be sleeved onto the outer wall of the top of the filter element 15. It should be noted that to ensure the connection between the first telescopic portion 19 and the filter element 15, the first telescopic portion 19 can be clamped to the filter element 15 using an annular pipe clamp.

[0193] In some embodiments, the first telescopic portion 19 is flexibly configured to be able to expand and contract in the vertical direction. As water in the end cap 14 passes through the first telescopic portion 19 and enters the filter portion 151, the connector 18 elastically deforms in the vertical direction, and the first telescopic portion 19 also expands and contracts in the vertical direction, causing the filter element 15 to vibrate. Of course, in other embodiments, the first telescopic portion 19 can also deform in the horizontal direction, thereby cooperating with the elastic deformation of the connector 18 in the horizontal direction, thereby causing the filter element 15 to vibrate in the horizontal direction.

[0194] 11 and 18 , in some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes a first water diversion portion 21 formed on a sidewall of the end cap 14. A first water inlet 142 is at least partially defined in the first water diversion portion 21. The first water diversion portion 21 communicates with the first water guide portion 143 via the first water inlet 142. For example, the first water diversion portion 21 is a water diversion trough.

[0195] The first water guide portion 21 may be disposed along the circumference of the end cover body 140 . In the case where the end cover body 140 includes a plurality of first water inlets 142 , the plurality of first water inlets 142 are all in communication with the first water guide portion 21 .

[0196] 8 , when the end cover 14 is disposed in the accommodating portion 111 , the opening of the first water diversion portion 21 is in contact with the sidewall of the accommodating portion 111 to seal the first water diversion portion 21 .

[0197] In some embodiments, the housing 11 further includes a second water inlet 1211 disposed on a sidewall of the housing 11. The second water inlet 1211 connects the water inlet portion 121 and the first water diversion portion 21. The second water inlet 1211 is configured to direct external water into the first water diversion portion 21, and then into the first water diversion portion 143 through the first water inlet 142.

[0198] It is understood that in an embodiment in which the first water diversion portion 21 is not provided, water from the outside is suitable for entering the first water diversion portion 143 through the water inlet portion 121, the second water inlet 1211, and the first water inlet 142. In an embodiment in which the first water diversion portion 21 is provided, the first water diversion portion 21 and the first water diversion portion 143 are both part of the internal space of the end cover 14. In this case, water from the outside is introduced into the end cover 14 through the water inlet portion 121, the second water inlet 1211, the first water diversion portion 21, and the first water inlet 142.

[0199] The provision of the first water diversion portion 21 enables external water to enter the end cover through the plurality of first water inlets 142 circumferentially of the end cover body 140 , thereby increasing the rate at which external water enters the end cover 14 .

[0200] Referring to Figure 18, in some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes a first sealing portion 144 and a second sealing portion 145. For example, the outer wall of the end cap body 140 is raised to form the first sealing portion 144 and the second sealing portion 145. The first sealing portion 144 and the second sealing portion 145 extend along the circumference of the end cap body 140, and the first sealing portion 144 and the second sealing portion 145 are spaced apart in the height direction of the end cap body 140 to form the first water diversion portion 21. The first water inlet 142 is located between the first sealing portion 144 and the second sealing portion 145.

[0201] The first sealing portion 144 and the second sealing portion 145 may have the same protrusion height relative to the outer wall of the end cover body 140. When the end cover 14 is disposed within the accommodating portion 111, the outer sides of the first sealing portion 144 and the second sealing portion 145 are configured to abut against the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111, thereby sealing the opening at the end of the first water diversion portion 21.

[0202] Furthermore, end cap 14 further includes a first seal 1461 and a second seal 1471. First seal 1461 is disposed between the inner wall of filter portion 151 and first seal portion 144, and second seal 1471 is disposed between the inner wall of filter portion 151 and second seal portion 145. First seal 1461 and second seal 1471 are flexibly disposed. First seal 1461 is configured to seal the gap between filter portion 151 and first seal portion 144, and second seal 1471 is configured to seal the gap between filter portion 151 and second seal portion 145.

[0203] It is understood that when the first sealing portion 144 and the second sealing portion 145 contact the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111, a certain gap will exist between the first sealing portion 144 and the second sealing portion 145 and the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111 due to the relatively hard material. The first sealing member 1461 and the second sealing member 1471 are configured to be flexible. When the first sealing member 1461 and the second sealing member 1471 contact the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111, they can seal the gap between the first sealing portion 144 and the second sealing portion 145 and the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111.

[0204] In some embodiments, the first sealing portion 144 has a first engaging portion 146 disposed on the outer side of the first sealing portion 144. The second sealing portion 145 has a second engaging portion 147 disposed on the outer side of the second sealing portion 145. A first sealing member 1461 may be disposed within the first engaging portion 146, and the second sealing portion 145 may be disposed within the second engaging portion 147. The first sealing member 1461 protrudes relative to the opening of the first engaging portion 146, and the second sealing member 1471 protrudes relative to the opening of the second engaging portion 147, so that the first sealing member 1461 contacts the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111, and the second sealing member 1471 contacts the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111.

[0205] Some embodiments of the present disclosure also provide another filter device 10. In some embodiments, the filter device 10 further includes a cleaning brush 24 configured to clean the inner wall of the filter portion 151. The cleaning brush 24 is at least partially disposed within the filter portion 151. Referring to Figures 20 and 21 , the cleaning brush 24 may also be entirely disposed within the filter portion 151.

[0206] The cleaning brush 24 contacts the inner wall of the filter 151. The portion of the cleaning brush 24 that contacts the inner wall of the filter 151 is flexible, allowing it to abut against the inner wall of the filter 151. The cleaning brush 24 is rotatable about the rotation axis of the filter 151. The rotation axis of the filter 151 can be the central axis of the filter 151. The cleaning brush 24 rotates to scrub the inner wall of the filter 151, preventing clogging of the filter element 15.

[0207] 23 to 25 , the cleaning brush 24 includes a first rotating shaft 243 and at least one propulsion portion 241. The propulsion portion 241 is disposed on top of the first rotating shaft 243. The water in the end cap 14 impacts the propulsion portion 241 in the process of entering the filter portion 151, thereby driving the cleaning brush 24 to rotate, so that the cleaning brush 24 scrubs the inner wall of the filter portion 151 by rotating. For example, the propulsion portion 241 is provided in a plate shape. In this way, the water in the end cap 14 can impact one side of the propulsion portion 241 in the process of being introduced into the filter portion 151, so that the propulsion portion 241 generates a force in the circumferential direction of the cleaning brush 24, thereby causing the cleaning brush 24 to rotate.

[0208] In order to enable the impact of the water flow to cause the cleaning brush 24 to rotate, the direction of the water flow can have a certain angle with the vertical direction, so that under the impact of the water flow, a certain force is generated on the propulsion part 241 in the horizontal direction, so that the propulsion part 241 drives the cleaning brush 24 to rotate.

[0209] In summary, by providing a propulsion portion 241 at the top of the cleaning brush 24 and allowing the water flow from the end cap 14 to impact the propulsion portion 241, the cleaning brush 24 is driven to rotate to clean the inner wall of the filter portion 151. This prevents debris from clogging the filter portion 151, thereby ensuring the filtration efficiency of the filter element 15. Compared to the filter device 10 that includes a drive device, some embodiments of the present disclosure drive the cleaning brush 24 by directing water to the filter portion 151, thereby enabling the cleaning brush 24 to automatically clean the filter portion 151 and reducing the energy consumption of the filter device 10.

[0210] 21, 22, 26, and 27, in some embodiments, the filter device 10 further includes a water diverter 25. Instead of the cleaning member 16 of the aforementioned embodiment, the bottom of the end cap 14 is provided with a water diverter 25. The water diverter 25 is configured to direct water within the first water guide 143 into the propulsion portion 241 of the cleaning brush 24, thereby driving the cleaning brush 24 to rotate.

[0211] In some embodiments, the shape of the water diverter 25 matches the shape of the bottom of the end cap 14. For example, the water diverter 25 is generally annular. The outer wall of the top of the water diverter 25 abuts against the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111, thereby allowing the water diverter 25 to seal the opening at the lower end of the first water diverter 143 of the end cap 14 and allow water that enters the first water diverter 143 to drain through the water diverter 25.

[0212] Referring to Figure 27 , the water distribution member 25 includes a third side wall 258 and a third bottom wall 253. The outer wall of the third side wall 258 may be provided with external threads. In this case, the inner wall of the bottom of the end cap 14 may be provided with corresponding internal threads. This allows the water distribution member 25 to be screwed onto the inner wall of the end cap 14, securing it relative to the end cap 14.

[0213] 21 and 26 , the water diversion member 25 further includes a first water diversion portion 251. For example, the third sidewall 258 encloses the third bottom wall 253 to form the first water diversion portion 251. When the water diversion member 25 is disposed at the bottom of the end cap 14, the first water guide portion 143 communicates with the first water diversion portion 251, allowing water in the first water guide portion 143 to be directed into the first water diversion portion 251.

[0214] In some embodiments, the water diversion member 25 further includes at least one first water diversion port 252 disposed on the bottom wall of the first water diversion portion 251. Water in the first water diversion portion 143 can enter the first water diversion portion 251 and be discharged through the first water diversion port 252. The water discharged from the first water diversion port 252 is configured to impact the propulsion portion 241, thereby causing the cleaning brush 24 to rotate.

[0215] In some embodiments, the at least one first water diversion port 252 includes multiple first water diversion ports 252. Providing multiple first water diversion ports 252 allows for rapid drainage of water within the first water diversion portion 251. Water diverted from the first water diversion ports 252 can be directed at a predetermined angle to the vertical before flowing toward the propulsion portion 241. This can be achieved by configuring the shape of the first water diversion ports 252.

[0216] For example, the depth direction of the first water diversion port 252 is set to form a certain angle with the vertical direction, so that the water flowing out of the first water diversion port 252 forms a certain angle with the vertical direction.

[0217] Of course, the water flow can also be guided by providing a water guide structure (e.g., a water guide portion) below the first water diversion port 252. In this way, even if the water flow from the first water diversion port 252 is directed vertically downward, the water guide structure can ensure that the water flow forms a certain angle with the vertical direction before flowing to the propulsion portion 241.

[0218] 25 to 27 , in some embodiments, the water diversion member 25 further includes at least one water guide 256. The water guide 256 is configured to direct water from the first water diversion port 252 toward the propulsion unit 241, so that the propulsion unit 241 propels the cleaning brush 24 to rotate. The water guide 256 is located below the first water diversion port 252.

[0219] For example, the water guide 256 can be arranged in a strip shape and corresponding to the first water outlet 252, so that the water flow from each first water outlet 252 can be directed through the water guide 256. It can be understood that the water guide 256 is the water guide structure. When the water guide 256 guides the water from the first water outlet 252, the water flow will form a certain angle with the vertical direction, thereby facilitating the water flow to push the propulsion portion 241 in the horizontal direction, thereby causing the cleaning brush 24 to rotate.

[0220] Referring to Figure 27 , in some embodiments, the water diversion member 25 further includes a third extension 254. For example, the third bottom wall 253 may be convex downward to form the third extension 254. The first water diversion port 252 is disposed on the third bottom wall 253 and is located outside the third extension 254. In this case, the third bottom wall 253 may be annular, such that the center of the third bottom wall 253 coincides with the center of the third extension 254. The water guide 256 is disposed on the outer sidewall of the third extension 254 and is located directly below the first water diversion port 252.

[0221] It should be noted that the outer side wall of the third extending portion 254 is the side wall of the third extending portion 254 away from the center position of the third bottom wall 253 .

[0222] In some embodiments, the water guide 256 extends simultaneously along the axial direction and the circumferential direction of the third extension portion 254 to be arranged in an arc shape. The water guide 256 is configured to guide the water discharged from the first water diversion port 252 downward along the circumference of the third extension portion 254. For example, the water guide 256 is arranged in a strip shape. A side wall of the water guide 256 faces the first water diversion port 252, and the water discharged from the first water diversion port 252 is then diverted through the side wall. It is understandable that when the water discharged from the first water diversion port 252 flows downward along the circumference of the third extension portion 254, the water guided to the propulsion portion 241 will form a certain angle with the vertical direction, thereby facilitating the propulsion portion 241 to be pushed.

[0223] Referring to Figures 21, 23, and 25, in some embodiments, the cleaning brush 24 further includes a fourth extension portion 242. The fourth extension portion 242 is disposed around the first rotating shaft 243 and is located on a side of the first rotating shaft 243 proximal to the water diversion member 25. The fourth extension portion 242 is disposed around the third extension portion 254 at intervals. The inner wall radius of the fourth extension portion 242 is greater than the outer wall radius of the third extension portion 254, and the center of the fourth extension portion 242 may coincide with the center of the third extension portion 254.

[0224] In some embodiments, the propulsion portion 241 can be disposed on the inner sidewall of the fourth extension portion 242. For example, the horizontal ends of the propulsion portion 241 can respectively connect the fourth extension portion 242 and the first rotation shaft 243. If multiple propulsion portions 241 are provided, the plurality of propulsion portions 241 can be arranged at intervals along the circumference of the fourth extension portion 242.

[0225] Referring to Figures 28, 29, and 30, after the end cap 14 is engaged with the housing 11, the third extension 254 of the water diverter 25 is located within the fourth extension 242 of the cleaning brush 24. The water guide 256 is now in contact with the inner wall of the fourth extension 242. The third extension 254, the fourth extension 242, and the water guide 256 form a guide 255. The propulsion unit 241 is located below the guide 255. The guide 255 receives water from the first water diversion port 252, which impacts one side of the propulsion unit 241 in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.

[0226] In some embodiments, the guide portion 255 has an inlet and an outlet. The inlet of the guide portion 255 faces the first water diversion port 252 , and the outlet of the guide portion 255 faces the propulsion portion 241 . Thus, the guide portion 255 receives the water flow from the first water diversion port 252 and guides the water flow to the propulsion portion 241 .

[0227] In some embodiments, the side wall of the propulsion portion 241 that receives the water flow can be bent, for example, bent clockwise or counterclockwise on the fourth extension portion 242. In this case, the water discharged from the guide portion 255 will impact the side of the propulsion portion 241 that is bent clockwise or counterclockwise.

[0228] 31 and 32 , in some embodiments, the propulsion portion 241 includes a first section 2411 and a second section 2412. The second section 2412 extends vertically, while the first section 2411 is curved, such as in an arc shape. The lower portion of the second section 2412 is connected to the upper end of the first section 2411.

[0229] Referring to Figures 30 to 32 , the curved inner portion of the first section 2411 faces the outlet of the guide portion 255 in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. For example, the curved inner portion of the first section 2411 faces the outlet of the guide portion 255 in a counterclockwise direction. The outlet of the guide portion 255 directs water toward the curved inner portion of the first section 2411, allowing the propulsion portion 241 to drive the cleaning brush 24 to rotate. It will be appreciated that when the guide portion 255 directs water toward the curved inner portion, the water exerts a greater impact force on the curved inner portion, thereby facilitating the rotation of the cleaning brush 24.

[0230] Referring to Figures 24 and 25 , the at least one propulsion portion 241 includes multiple propulsion portions 241, which are spaced apart circumferentially around the fourth extension portion 242. Referring to Figure 27 , multiple water guides 256 are spaced apart circumferentially around the third extension portion 254. Referring to Figures 29 and 30 , the water diverter 25 is fixed to the end cap 14, while the cleaning brush 24 is rotatable, causing the propulsion portions 241 to move relative to the water guides 256.

[0231] As the water guides 256 direct water toward the propulsion units 241, causing the cleaning brush 24 to rotate, the water directed by the multiple water guides 256 impacts different propulsion units 241. Furthermore, the water directed by the multiple water guides 256 impacts the same side of the multiple propulsion units 241 in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. Referring to Figures 30 to 32 , the water directed by the multiple water guides 256 impacts one side of the multiple propulsion units 241 in the counterclockwise direction, namely, the arcuate inner portion of the first segment 2411.

[0232] In some embodiments, the cleaning brush 24 may further include a spiral skeleton disposed on the first rotating shaft 243 and bristles disposed on the spiral skeleton, wherein the bristles contact the inner wall of the filter portion 151 and thus brush the inner wall of the filter portion 151 through the bristles.

[0233] Referring to Figure 27 , the third extension 254 surrounds a first rotating portion 257. For example, the first rotating portion 257 is a sealing groove. The diameter of the first rotating portion 257 is larger than the diameter of the first rotating shaft 243, allowing the top end of the first rotating shaft 243 to be rotatably disposed within the first rotating portion 257. Referring to Figure 21 , the outer wall of the top end of the first rotating shaft 243 can abut against the inner wall of the third extension 254, and the top wall of the top end of the first rotating shaft 243 can abut against the third bottom wall 253.

[0234] 21 , in some embodiments, the filter element 15 further includes a first stopper 155, which is disposed at the bottom of the filter portion 151 and protrudes relative to the bottom wall of the filter portion 151. It will be appreciated that the configuration of the first stopper 155 is similar to the configuration of the second connecting post 154 in the embodiment in which the connecting member 18 is provided, but the height of the second connecting post 154 is higher than that of the first stopper 155.

[0235] Referring to Figure 25 , a second rotating portion 2431 is provided at the bottom of the first rotating shaft 243, with the opening of the second rotating portion 2431 facing downward. Referring to Figure 21 , when the cleaning brush 24 is disposed within the filter portion 151, the first stopper 155 is disposed within the second rotating portion 2431, and the top of the cleaning brush 24 is disposed within the first rotating portion 257, thereby achieving relative fixation of the cleaning brush 24. In this case, when the cleaning brush 24 rotates, the top of the first rotating shaft 243 rotates within the first rotating portion 257, allowing the bottom of the first rotating shaft 243 to rotate relative to the first stopper 155.

[0236] Referring to Figures 33 to 38 , in some embodiments, the filter device 10 includes not only the housing 11, end cap 14, and filter element 15 described above, but also an overflow member 26. The overflow member 26 is configured to filter the water to be filtered in the event that the filter element 15 becomes clogged. The overflow member 26 is sleeved on the end cap 14 and disposed around the outer periphery of the filter element 15. The overflow member 26 can be disposed at the bottom of the end cap 14. Referring to Figure 36 , the overflow member 26 can be disposed below the second sealing portion 145. For example, the overflow member 26 is an overflow ring.

[0237] 38 , the inner wall of the overflow member 26 can be provided with internal threads, and the outer wall of the bottom of the end cap 14 can be provided with external threads. In this way, the overflow member 26 can be screwed onto the bottom of the end cap 14. The top of the overflow member 26 can then abut against the bottom wall of the second sealing portion 145.

[0238] 39 and 40 , the outer periphery of the overflow member 26 abuts against the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111 , and the overflow member 26 , the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111 , and the end cover 14 (eg, the second sealing portion 145 ) together constitute a first overflow area 27 .

[0239] 37 and 38 , the end cap 14 further includes a first water outlet 148 and at least one second water outlet 149. The first water outlet 148 may be an opening of the first water guide portion 143, i.e., an opening of the bottom wall of the end cap 14. The second water outlet 149 is disposed on the bottom wall of the first water guide portion 21. That is, the second water outlet 149 is disposed on the second sealing portion 145. The first water outlet 148 is configured to direct water within the first water guide portion 143 into the filter portion 151. The second water outlet 149 is configured to direct water within the end cap 14 into the first overflow area 27.

[0240] It can be understood that the first water guide portion 21 and the first water guide portion 143 are both internal spaces of the end cover 14 .

[0241] 39 and 40 , the second water outlet 149 is in communication with the first overflow area 27. Thus, even if the filter element 15 becomes clogged, water within the end cap 14 can flow into the first overflow area 27 through the second water outlet 149. The overflow element 26 also has a water-permeable filtering function. Water within the first overflow area 27 can pass through the overflow element 26 for filtration, and the filtered water can then enter the accommodating portion 111 and be discharged from the accommodating portion 111.

[0242] It is understood that if the filter element 15 becomes clogged (i.e., the filter portion 151 is blocked), the external water flow continuously guides water into the filter portion 151, causing the filter portion 151 to be filled with water and thus fill the end cap 14. At this time, the water pressure in the end cap 14 will be greater than the preset water pressure, and the water will enter the first overflow area 27. After being filtered by the overflow member 26, the water in the first overflow area 27 enters the accommodating portion 111 and is discharged from the accommodating portion 111.

[0243] It should be noted that when the water pressure in the end cover 14 is lower than the preset water pressure, the water in the end cover 14 will only be introduced into the filter portion 151 from the first water outlet 148 , and will not be introduced into the first overflow area 27 from the second water outlet 149 .

[0244] In some embodiments, the filter device 10 further includes a control valve disposed at the second water outlet 149 and configured to open or close the second water outlet 149. When the filter portion 151 is blocked and the water pressure at the control valve is greater than a preset water pressure, the control valve opens the second water outlet 149 to direct the water in the end cap 14 into the first overflow area 27. When the water pressure at the control valve is less than the preset water pressure, the control valve closes the second water outlet 149 to allow all the water in the end cap 14 to enter the filter portion 151 from the first water outlet 148.

[0245] Of course, in other embodiments, in order to allow the water in the end cap 14 to be discharged from the second water outlet 149 only when the water pressure in the end cap 14 is greater than a preset water pressure, the peripheral wall of the second water outlet 149 can be configured to be flexible and initially closed. In this way, when the water pressure in the end cap 14 is greater than the preset water pressure, the water in the end cap 14 is squeezed through the second water outlet 149 and thus discharged from the second water outlet 149.

[0246] In summary, the overflow member 26 allows the water in the end cap 14 to flow into the accommodating portion 111 through the overflow member 26 when the filter element 15 is blocked. This prevents the problem of sewage not being filtered and drainage being poor due to a blockage in the filter portion 151. Furthermore, while maintaining the filtering effect of the filter device 10, the drainage effect of the laundry processing apparatus 1000 is also guaranteed.

[0247] In order to ensure that the filter device 10 can still filter and drain sewage when the filter element 15 is clogged, the at least one second water outlet 149 includes a plurality of second water outlets 149. The plurality of second water outlets 149 can be spaced apart in the circumferential direction of the second sealing portion 145, so that when the water pressure in the end cover 14 is greater than the preset water pressure, the water in the end cover 14 can be fully discharged through the second water outlets 149.

[0248] In some embodiments, the filter device 10 further includes a third seal 265 , which is disposed between the accommodating portion 111 and the overflow member 26 . The third seal 265 is configured to seal the gap between the filter portion 151 and the overflow member 26 .

[0249] 40 to 43 , the outer peripheral wall of the overflow member 26 is provided with a third engaging portion 261, with the opening of the third engaging portion 261 facing away from the center of the overflow member 26. A third sealing member 265 is flexible and partially located within the third engaging portion 261. The top of the third sealing member 265 is raised relative to the opening of the third engaging portion 261, allowing the third sealing member 265 to abut against the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111, thereby sealing the gap between the overflow member 26 and the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111.

[0250] 41 to 43 , in some embodiments, the overflow member 26 includes a connecting portion 262 and a third sealing portion 263. The third sealing portion 263 is provided to protrude relative to the connecting portion 262 and extends along the circumference of the connecting portion 262. The connecting portion 262 is sleeved on the end cover 14, and the third sealing portion 263 abuts against the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111.

[0251] It is understood that the inner wall of the connecting portion 262 is provided with an internal thread, and the outer wall of the bottom of the end cap 14 is provided with an external thread, so that the connecting portion 262 is screwed onto the external thread on the outer wall of the end cap 14 via the internal thread to achieve relative fixation. The third engaging portion 261 is provided on a side of the third sealing portion 263 away from the connecting portion 262, and the third sealing member 265 is provided between the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111 and the third sealing portion 263.

[0252] In some embodiments, the third sealing portion 263 is provided with at least one second filter portion 264, with the opening of the second filter portion 264 facing (i.e., upward) the first overflow area 27. For example, the at least one second filter portion 264 includes a plurality of second filter portions 264, which are spaced apart circumferentially around the third sealing portion 263. In this case, the second filter portion 264 constitutes a portion of the first overflow area 27.

[0253] Referring to Figures 40, 42, and 43, the third sealing portion 263 further includes a second filter 2631, which is configured to filter water within the first overflow area 27. The second filter 2631 is disposed at the bottom of the second filter portion 264 and forms the bottom wall of the second filter portion 264. Water within the first overflow area 27 is filtered through the first filter 153 and flows into the accommodating portion 111. Since the overflow member 26 also has a filtering function, the first overflow area 27, where the overflow member 26 is located, and the filter portion 151 collectively serve as a filter chamber.

[0254] 34 and 35 , in some embodiments, the filter element 15 includes a first sub-filter element 15A and a second sub-filter element 15B, and the second sub-filter element 15B is spaced apart and arranged on the periphery of the first sub-filter element 15A, that is, the first sub-filter element 15A and the second sub-filter element 15B are spaced apart and arranged inside and outside.

[0255] The first sub-filter element 15A forms a first sub-filter portion 151A, and the second sub-filter element 15B forms a second sub-filter portion 151B. The first sub-filter element 15A is spaced apart from the second sub-filter portion 151B, and the filter holes in the second sub-filter element 15B are smaller than those in the first sub-filter element 15A. The water guide holes 161 of the cleaning element 16 can be configured to guide water in the end cap 14 toward the inner wall of the first sub-filter portion 151A.

[0256] It is understood that the water introduced into the end cap 14 through the water inlet 121 first enters the first sub-filter 151A, where the first sub-filter 15A performs an initial filtration of microplastic particles in the sewage. The water filtered by the first sub-filter 151A then enters the second sub-filter 151B, where it is further filtered to remove microplastic particles in the sewage. The second sub-filter 151B directs the filtered water into the accommodating portion 111, where it is discharged from the housing 11. This achieves secondary filtration of the water, improving the filtration efficiency of the filtration device 10 for sewage.

[0257] It should be noted that, in other embodiments, the filter element 15 may also include only the first sub-filter element 15A. In this case, the filter element 15 may include only the second sub-filter element 15B.

[0258] In conjunction with the embodiment in which the overflow member 26 is provided, the water discharged through the overflow member 26 enters the gap between the outer wall of the second sub-filter element 15B and the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111, and then flows to the bottom of the accommodating portion 111. It will be appreciated that in embodiments in which the water diverter 25 and the cleaning brush 24 are provided, the filter element 15 may also be provided to include the first sub-filter element 15A and the second sub-filter element 15B.

[0259] For example, referring to Figures 34 and 35 , a cleaning member 16 is provided within the filter device 10. Water discharged from the cleaning member 16 cleans the inner wall of the first sub-filter portion 151A. The cleaning member 16 can be provided at the top opening of the first sub-filter 15A or at the top opening of the second sub-filter 15B.

[0260] 44 to 46 , in some embodiments, the filter device 10 further includes a first warning assembly 28 disposed within the housing 11. The first warning assembly 28 is configured to warn a user when the water level within the end cap 14 is higher than a preset water level.

[0261] In some embodiments, the housing 11 further includes a mounting portion 19 and a first through-hole 115. The mounting portion 19 is disposed at the top of the housing 11. The first through-hole 115 is disposed on a sidewall of the accommodating portion 111 and communicates with the mounting portion 19. For example, the first through-hole 115 is disposed on a side of the bottom of the first mounting portion 29 near the end cap 14. Thus, the first mounting portion 29 communicates with the end cap 14 via the first through-hole 115, allowing water within the end cap 14 to enter the first mounting portion 29 through the first through-hole 115. For example, the first mounting portion 29 is a mounting groove.

[0262] In some embodiments, the first through hole 115 may be in communication with the first water diversion portion 21 , so that water in the end cover 14 can enter the first water diversion portion 21 and then enter the first installation portion 29 from the first water diversion portion 21 .

[0263] 47 to 49 , the first warning assembly 28 includes a mounting housing 281, a first warning post 282, and a base 283. The mounting housing 281 is hollow to form a second through-hole 2811, which extends through the upper and lower ends of the mounting housing 281. At least a portion of the first warning post 282 is disposed within the second through-hole 2811. The bottom periphery of the first warning post 282 abuts against the inner periphery of the second through-hole 2811, and the first warning post 282 is movable within the second through-hole 2811.

[0264] In some embodiments, the second through-hole 2811 includes a first sub-through-hole 28111 and a second sub-through-hole 28112, with the second sub-through-hole 28112 located below the first hole segment. The diameter of the first sub-through-hole 28111 is smaller than the diameter of the second sub-through-hole 28112. The first warning column 282 includes a first section and a second section, with the second section located below the first section. The diameter of the second section is larger than the diameter of the first section.

[0265] It can be understood that the peripheral wall of the second section of the bottom of the first warning column 282 contacts the inner wall of the second sub-through hole 28112, so that the bottom of the first warning column 282 can slide in the second sub-through hole 28112, and due to the limitation of the first sub-through hole 28111, the first warning column 282 will not slide out from the top of the second through hole 2811.

[0266] The base 283 is mounted on the bottom of the mounting housing 281 and blocks the bottom opening of the second through-hole 2811. The base 283 is provided with a water inlet 2831, which communicates with the interior of the end cap 14 via the first through-hole 115. In the initial state, the bottom of the first warning post 282 rests on the top of the base 283, and the entire first warning post 282 is located within the second through-hole 2811. In this state, the first warning post 282 does not extend beyond the mounting housing 281 or the casing 11.

[0267] When the water pressure in the end cap 14 increases, the first warning post 282 extends out of the second through hole 2811 and out of the housing 11 under the action of the water pressure. Because the water guide port 2831 is connected to the interior of the end cap 14, when the water pressure in the end cap 14 increases, the water pressure at the water guide port 2831 also increases, thereby increasing the force acting on the first warning post 282, causing the first warning post 282 to move upward and extend out of the second through hole 2811 and out of the housing 11.

[0268] At this point, the user can detect an increase in water pressure within the end cap 14. Furthermore, since the increase in water pressure within the end cap 14 is likely caused by a clogged filter 151, the user can detect a clogged filter 151 by the extension of the first warning post 282. To ensure that the first warning assembly 28 effectively alerts the user, the first warning post 282 can be set to a more eye-catching color, such as yellow.

[0269] In some embodiments, the first warning assembly 28 further includes a connector disposed within the second through-hole 2811. The top of the connector abuts against the inner wall of the second through-hole 2811, while the bottom of the connector abuts against the first warning post 282, thereby pressing the first warning post 282 against the base 283. If the water pressure within the end cap 14 increases, causing the first warning post 282 to extend out of the second through-hole 2811, the connector compresses. If the water pressure within the end cap 14 decreases, the elastic force of the connector forces the first warning post 282 back into the second through-hole 2811.

[0270] The bottom of the connector can abut against the second section of the first warning post 282, and the top of the connector can abut against the top wall of the second sub-through hole 28112. In this case, the connector is disposed within the second sub-through hole 28112, between the first warning post 282 and the inner wall of the second sub-through hole 28112. The connector can be configured as a spring that fits over the outer wall of the first warning post 282.

[0271] It can be understood that, through the setting of the connecting piece, when the water pressure in the end cover 14 is reduced to less than the preset water pressure, the first warning column 282 is automatically retracted, thereby allowing the user to know that the water pressure in the end cover 14 is reduced, that is, to know that the filter element 15 can drain water smoothly.

[0272] In some embodiments, referring to FIG4 , the housing 11 is further provided with an observation window 116 , which is disposed on a sidewall of the housing 11 . The observation window 116 is made of a transparent material. This allows the user to observe the water level within the accommodating portion 111 through the observation window 116 , thereby determining whether the filter 151 is clogged or about to become clogged, and promptly reminding the user to replace the filter element 15 or clean the filter 151. For example, the observation window 116 extends along the height of the housing 11 .

[0273] In some embodiments, the laundry processing device 1000 further includes a controller 300. The controller 300 may be a chip or a processor. For example, the processor may be a general-purpose central processing unit (CPU), a microprocessor, or the like. Alternatively, the controller 300 may be a programmable device, such as a complex programmable logic device (CPLD). The chip may be an integrated circuit (IC).

[0274] In some embodiments, the controller 300 is configured to obtain the drain time of the laundry processing device 1000. If the drain time is greater than or equal to a first preset time, the controller 300 controls the laundry processing device 1000 to generate a reminder message to immediately clean the filter. If the drain time is greater than a second preset time and less than the first preset time, the controller 300 controls the laundry processing device 1000 to generate a reminder message to the user to clean the filter after the next wash cycle.

[0275] During the drainage process of the laundry treatment apparatus 1000, the drainage time of the laundry treatment apparatus 1000 is the total time from the start of drainage to the end of drainage of the laundry treatment apparatus 1000. The drainage time of the laundry treatment apparatus 1000 can be obtained by obtaining the operating time of the drainage pump.

[0276] The first preset time may be pre-set by the system. When the drainage time exceeds the first preset time, it indicates that the laundry processing device 1000 is having difficulty draining the laundry. In this case, a reminder message may be generated to remind the user to clean the filter immediately. The reminder message may be in the form of text, voice, or other forms.

[0277] In some embodiments, the first preset time is 8 minutes, that is, when the drainage time is greater than 8 minutes, the clothes processing device 1000 is controlled to generate a reminder message to clean the filter immediately.

[0278] The second preset time can also be set by the system and is less than the first preset time. When the drainage time is greater than the second preset time and less than the first preset time, it indicates that the filter is clogged, but the degree of clogging is minor and the filter can continue to be used during the current wash cycle. In this case, the laundry processing device 1000 is controlled to generate a reminder message reminding the user to clean the filter after the next wash cycle is started, thereby ensuring smooth drainage during the next wash cycle.

[0279] In combination with the above embodiment, the second preset time can be set to 7 minutes, that is, when the drainage time is greater than 7 minutes and less than 8 minutes, the clothing processing device 1000 is controlled to generate a reminder message to remind the user to clean the filter after the next washing is started.

[0280] Some embodiments of the present disclosure further provide a method for controlling a clothes treating apparatus 1000 , which can be applied to any of the above clothes treating apparatuses 1000 . Referring to FIG. 50 , the method includes S11 to S13 .

[0281] S11, obtaining the drainage time of the clothes processing device 1000.

[0282] S12: If the drainage time is greater than or equal to the first preset time, the clothes processing device 1000 is controlled to generate a reminder message to clean the filter immediately.

[0283] S13: If the drainage time is greater than the second preset time and less than the first preset time, the laundry processing device 1000 is controlled to generate a reminder message to remind the user to clean the filter after the next startup.

[0284] Referring to Figures 51 to 54 , in some embodiments, the filter element 15 is detachably disposed within the accommodating portion 111. Referring to Figures 55 to 57 , the filter element 15 further includes a first support member 157, which is disposed on the outer peripheral wall of the filter frame 152 and extends outwardly along the circumference of the filter frame 152. For example, the first support member 157 is disposed around the periphery of the top end of the filter element 15, with the outer peripheral wall of the first support member 157 abutting against the peripheral sidewall of the accommodating portion 111, thereby spacing the outer peripheral wall of the filter element 15 from the peripheral sidewall of the accommodating portion 111.

[0285] In this way, the water filtered and passed through the peripheral side wall of the filter portion 151 can flow to the bottom area of ​​the accommodating portion 111 through the gap between the outer periphery of the filter element 15 and the peripheral side wall of the accommodating portion 111, and then be discharged to the outside of the shell 11 through the water outlet portion 122.

[0286] In some embodiments, referring to FIG. 56 , the housing 11 further includes a second support member 118 disposed on the peripheral sidewall of the accommodating portion 111. The inner edge of the first support member 157 is connected to the outer peripheral wall of the filter element 15, and the outer edge of the first support member 157 is configured to be supported on the top surface of the second support member 118. In this way, the filter element 15 can be detachably mounted on the second support member 118 via the first support member 157, with the outer peripheral wall of the filter element 15 and the peripheral sidewall of the accommodating portion 111, as well as the bottom wall of the filter element 15 and the bottom wall of the accommodating portion 111, spaced apart.

[0287] In some embodiments, the filter element 15 further includes at least one third lifting portion 156, which is protruding from the bottom surface of the filter portion 151 and extends toward the opening of the accommodating portion 111. For example, the third lifting portion 156 may be cylindrical. The third lifting portion 156 may protrude upward from the inner bottom surface of the filter holder 152. The third lifting portion 156 facilitates gripping by the user, allowing for easy removal of the filter element 15 from the accommodating portion 111.

[0288] In some embodiments, the third lifting portion 156 includes a first sub-lifting portion 1560 and a second sub-lifting portion 1561. The second sub-lifting portion 1561 is disposed at the top of the first sub-lifting portion 1560 and protrudes radially from the first sub-lifting portion 1560. Specifically, the second sub-lifting portion 1561 protrudes from the outer circumference of the first sub-lifting portion 1560. When a user grasps the third lifting portion 156, the second sub-lifting portion 1561 facilitates the user's application of force, thereby easily removing the filter element 15 from the accommodating portion 111. For example, the second sub-lifting portion 1561 is a latch.

[0289] In some embodiments, the at least one second sub-lifting portion 1561 includes multiple second sub-lifting portions 1561, and the multiple second sub-lifting portions 1561 are arranged circumferentially around the top of the first sub-lifting portion 1560 to facilitate the user to hold the third lifting portion 156 from various angles to apply force.

[0290] Referring to Figure 55 , in some embodiments, the end cap 14 includes an end cap body 140, which includes at least one water inlet channel 30. The inlet end of the water inlet channel 30 is connected to the water inlet 121, and thus to the wastewater to be filtered. The outlet end of the water inlet channel 30 is connected to the filter 151, allowing the water to be filtered introduced by the water inlet 121 to pass through the water inlet channel 30 and enter the filter 151 for filtration.

[0291] Referring to Figures 56 to 60, in some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes a fourth sealing portion 31 and a fourth sealing member 311. For example, the fourth sealing portion 31 is annular and arranged around the outer peripheral wall of the end cap body 140. The fourth sealing member 311 is disposed within the fourth sealing portion 31. For example, the fourth sealing member 311 is annular and is sealed within the fourth sealing portion 31. The fourth sealing portion can be a fourth sealing groove.

[0292] When the end cover 14 is installed at the top opening of the accommodating portion 111, the fourth sealing member 311 can be clamped between the groove wall of the fourth sealing portion 31 and the peripheral side wall of the accommodating portion 111, thereby sealing the gap between the outer peripheral wall of the end cover 14 and the peripheral side wall of the accommodating portion 111, thereby sealing the top opening of the accommodating portion 111.

[0293] In some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes a fifth sealing portion 32 and a fifth sealing member 321. The fifth sealing portion 32 is disposed on the outer peripheral wall of the end cap 14. For example, the fifth sealing portion 32 is annular and arranged around the outer peripheral wall of the end cap 14. The fifth sealing member 321 is disposed within the fifth sealing portion 32. For example, the fifth sealing member 321 is annular and is sealed within the fifth sealing portion 32. The fifth sealing portion may be a fifth sealing groove.

[0294] When the end cover 14 is installed at the top opening of the accommodating portion 111, the fifth sealing member 321 can be clamped between the groove wall of the fifth sealing member 32 and the peripheral side wall of the accommodating portion 111, and then cooperate with the fourth sealing member 311 to seal the gap between the outer peripheral wall of the end cover 14 and the peripheral side wall of the accommodating portion 111.

[0295] In some embodiments, the fifth sealing portion 32 is spaced apart from the upper side of the fourth sealing portion 31, and the inlet end of the water inlet channel 30 is located in the spaced area between the fourth sealing portion 31 and the fifth sealing portion 32. When the end cap 14 is installed at the top opening of the accommodating portion 111, the inner end of the water inlet portion 121 is connected to the inlet end of the water inlet channel 30, and the filtered water introduced by the water inlet portion 121 can be sealed in the spaced area between the fourth sealing portion 31 and the fifth sealing portion 32, thereby preventing the filtered water from entering the accommodating portion 111 or overflowing from the upper side of the end cap 14 out of the housing 11.

[0296] Referring to Figure 62 , in some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes a second water diversion portion 33, which is formed in the spaced region between the fourth sealing portion 31 and the fifth sealing portion 32. For example, the second water diversion portion 33 is arranged around the outer peripheral wall of the end cap 14, and the inlet end of the water inlet channel 30 communicates with the second water diversion portion 33. Referring to Figure 56 , when the end cap 14 is installed at the top opening of the accommodating portion 111, the fourth sealing member 311 and the fifth sealing member 321 respectively abut against the peripheral sidewalls of the accommodating portion 111 to seal the second water diversion portion 33.

[0297] In some embodiments, the inner end of the water inlet portion 121 communicates with the second water guide portion 33, and further communicates with the inlet end of the water inlet channel 30 through the second water guide portion 33. In this way, when installing the end cap 14, it is not necessary to arrange the inlet end of the water inlet channel 30 and the inner end of the water inlet portion 121 directly opposite each other. Instead, the inlet end of the water inlet channel 30 and the water inlet portion 121 are connected through the second water guide portion 33, thereby improving the convenience of installing the end cap 14.

[0298] In some embodiments, the at least one water inlet channel 30 includes multiple water inlet channels 30, the inlet ends of the multiple water inlet channels 30 being arranged at intervals on the peripheral sidewall of the end cover 14 and each communicating with the second water diversion portion 33. The outlet ends of the multiple water inlet channels 30 are all provided on the bottom surface of the end cover 14 and communicating with the filter portion 151. In this way, water introduced into the second water diversion portion 33 by the water inlet portion 121 can be introduced into the filter portion 151 through the multiple water inlet channels 30, thereby improving water intake efficiency.

[0299] Referring to Figures 56 and 62, the end cap 14 further includes a third through hole 34, which is disposed within the end cap body 140 and extends through the end cap body 140 along the height direction of the end cap 14. The filter device 10 further includes a second warning assembly 4, which is mounted at the third through hole 34. The second warning assembly 4 includes a second warning post 41 and a first spring 42. The second warning post 41 is movably disposed at the third through hole 34 and is capable of moving up and down along the extension direction of the third through hole 34. The first spring 42 is connected to the second warning post 41 and is configured to drive the second warning post 41 downward along the third through hole 34, thereby enabling the lower end of the first warning post 282 to block the bottom end of the third through hole 34.

[0300] When the filter portion 151 in the filter element 15 is clogged, the water inlet 121 will still guide the sewage into the filter portion 151 through the water inlet channel 30, causing the water level in the filter portion 151 to rise and submerge the lower end of the third through hole 34. At this time, the water pressure at the bottom end of the third through hole 34 increases.

[0301] When the water pressure at the bottom port of the third through hole 34 increases to greater than the preset water pressure, the second warning column 41 can overcome the elastic force of the first spring 42 and move upward under the action of the water pressure, and then protrude from the top of the end cover 14 to remind the user to replace the filter element 15 or clean the filter part 151 in time, thereby restoring the filtering function of the filter device 10.

[0302] 56 , in some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes a fifth water outlet 35, which is disposed on the outer wall of the end cap 14. The inner end of the fifth water outlet 35 communicates with the third through hole 34, and the outer end of the fifth water outlet 35 communicates with the accommodating portion 111 outside the end cap 14. The fifth water outlet 35 is disposed near the bottom end of the third through hole 34. For example, the fifth water outlet 35 is disposed below the fourth sealing member 311, and the outer end of the fifth water outlet 35 is spaced apart from the peripheral side wall of the accommodating portion 111, so that the fifth water outlet 35 can communicate with the peripheral area of ​​the accommodating portion 111.

[0303] It is understood that when the lower end of the second warning post 41 blocks the bottom end of the third through hole 34, the second warning post 41 can also block the fifth water outlet 35. If the filter portion 151 in the filter element 15 becomes clogged, the second warning post 41 can move upward along the third through hole 34 under the action of water pressure, thereby opening the bottom end of the third through hole 34.

[0304] At this time, the fifth water outlet 35 is also opened, so that the sewage in the filter part 151 can be introduced into the accommodating part 111 in the external area of ​​the filter element 15 through the bottom port of the third through hole 34 and the fifth water outlet 35 in sequence, and then discharged to the outside of the shell 11 through the bottom area of ​​the accommodating part 111.

[0305] In this way, the smooth flow of water in the water inlet 121 and the water inlet channel 30 in the filter device 10 is effectively guaranteed, thereby ensuring that the clothing processing equipment 1000 connected to the water inlet 121 can drain water smoothly, preventing the drainage pipe of the clothing processing equipment 1000 from being blocked.

[0306] It should be noted that the fifth water outlet 35 cooperates with the third through hole 34 and the second warning component 4, so that when the filter device 10 is blocked, it can not only promptly remind the user to replace or clean the filter element 15 through the second warning column 41, but also maintain the drainage function of the filter device 10 by opening the fifth water outlet 35, thereby ensuring that the clothing processing equipment 1000 can drain water smoothly.

[0307] 54 to 56 , in some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes a third support member 36 and a second water guide 360. The third support member 36 is protruding from the bottom of the end cap 14. For example, the third support member 36 is annular. The second water guide 360 ​​is formed inside the third support member 36 and opens toward the filter portion 151.

[0308] The second water guide 360 ​​is in communication with the filter 151 along the height direction of the housing 11. The outlet end of the water inlet passage 30 is in communication with the second water guide 360, so that water in the water inlet 121 can be directed through the water inlet passage 30 into the second water guide 360, and then through the second water guide 360 ​​into the filter 151 for filtration.

[0309] In some embodiments, the bottom end of the third through hole 34 is located at the top of the second water guide portion 360, that is, the bottom end of the third through hole 34 is connected to the second water guide portion 360. In the event that the filter element 15 becomes clogged, the water level in the filter portion 151 rises and does not exceed the second water guide portion 360, thereby increasing the water pressure at the bottom end of the third through hole 34.

[0310] When the water pressure at the bottom end of the third through hole 34 exceeds the preset water pressure, the second warning post 41 moves upward under the action of the water pressure, thereby opening the bottom end of the third through hole 34 and the fifth water outlet 35. At this point, water in the second water guide 360 ​​can be introduced into the accommodating portion 111 outside the filter element 15 through the bottom end of the third through hole 34 and the fifth water outlet 35, and then discharged to the outside of the housing 11 through the accommodating portion 111.

[0311] Referring to Figures 54 to 56, in some embodiments, the bottom end of the third support member 36 is supported on the top of the peripheral side wall of the filter element 15, so that the third support member 36 can be arranged around the peripheral side of the filter portion 151, and the second water guide portion 360 is directly connected to the filter portion 151 along the height direction of the shell 11.

[0312] In some embodiments, a second overflow area 101 is formed between the outer wall of the third support member 36 , the peripheral side wall of the accommodating portion 111 , the fourth sealing member 311 and the first support member 157 , and the outer end of the fifth water outlet 35 is connected to the second overflow area 101 .

[0313] An opening 1571 is defined in the first support member 157, extending through the first support member 157 along the height of the filter element 15. The opening 1571 connects the second overflow area 101 above the first support member 157 with the accommodating portion 111 below the first support member 157. Thus, if a blockage occurs within the filter portion 151, water within the filter portion 151 and the second water guide portion 360 can flow out through the bottom end of the third through hole 34 and the fifth water outlet 35 and into the second overflow area 101. Water within the second overflow area 101 can then be directed through the opening 1571 into the accommodating portion 111 below the first support member 157, and then discharged from the housing 11.

[0314] In some embodiments, the filter element 15 further includes a third filter screen, which is disposed at the opening 1571 of the first support element 157 to filter the water to be filtered in the second overflow area 101 .

[0315] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 56 and 62 , the outer peripheral wall of the bottom end of the third support member 36 is provided with a fifth engaging portion 361, with the opening facing downward. For example, the fifth engaging portion 361 is a stepped groove. When the bottom end of the third support member 36 is supported on the filter element 15, the top wall of the groove of the fifth engaging portion 361 abuts against the top surface of the inner edge of the first support member 157, and the side walls of the groove of the fifth engaging portion 361 abut against the inner wall of the filter portion 151, thereby maintaining the second water guide portion 360 and the filter portion 151 in direct communication along the height direction of the housing 11, and isolating the second water guide portion 360 and the filter portion 151 from the second overflow area 101 outside the filter element 15.

[0316] Referring to Figures 63 and 64, in some embodiments, the second warning assembly 4 further includes a second telescopic portion 43. The second telescopic portion 43 extends in the height direction of the second warning assembly 4 (the vertical direction as shown in Figure 64) and is telescopically disposed within the third through hole 34. A second warning post 41 is disposed within the second telescopic portion 43, with the lower end of the second warning post 41 connected to the bottom end of the second telescopic portion 43. A first spring 42 is disposed within the second telescopic portion 43 and sleeved onto the second warning post 41.

[0317] The bottom end of the first spring 42 abuts against the bottom ends of the second warning post 41 and the second telescopic portion 43. The first spring 42 can drive the bottom ends of the second telescopic portion 43 and the second warning post 41 downward, thereby causing the outer peripheral wall of the bottom end of the second telescopic portion 43 to block the bottom end of the third through hole 34 and the fifth water outlet 35. If a blockage occurs within the filter portion 151, the water pressure at the bottom end of the third through hole 34 causes the bottom end of the second telescopic portion 43 to move upward, thereby opening the bottom end of the third through hole 34 and the fifth water outlet 35, allowing water within the filter portion 151 to be discharged through the fifth water outlet 35.

[0318] In some embodiments, the upper portion of the second telescopic portion 43 is formed of a bellows, which allows the second telescopic portion 43 to be telescopically disposed within the third through hole 34. The outer peripheral wall of the lower end of the second telescopic portion 43 is smooth, thereby enabling the outer peripheral wall of the lower end of the second telescopic portion 43 to block the bottom end of the third through hole 34 and the fifth water outlet 35.

[0319] Referring to Figures 63 and 64, in some embodiments, the second warning assembly 4 further includes a stopper cover 44, which is positioned to cover the top end of the third through-hole 34. The stopper cover 44 defines a through-hole opposite the top end of the second warning post 41. The top end of the second warning post 41 movably passes through the through-hole of the stopper cover 44 and protrudes out of the top surface of the stopper cover 44. The top of the second telescopic portion 43 abuts the bottom surface of the stopper cover 44, so that when the second telescopic portion 43 is extended or retracted, the bottom end of the second telescopic portion 43 can move up and down along the third through-hole 34. The top of the first spring 42 abuts the bottom surface of the stopper cover 44, so that the bottom end of the first spring 42 can drive the bottom end of the second telescopic portion 43 and the second warning post 41 downward along the third through-hole 34, thereby blocking the bottom end of the third through-hole 34 and the fifth water outlet 35.

[0320] In some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes a second mounting portion 341, which is disposed within the end cap body 140 and extends toward the top of the end cap body 140. A third through hole 34 is formed within the second mounting portion 341. A stopper cap 44 is sleeved over the top end of the second mounting portion 341, thereby allowing the second warning assembly 4 to be mounted within the third through hole 34.

[0321] 65 and 66 , in some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes an upper cover 5, which is detachably mounted on the top surface of the end cap body 140. This facilitates the user to install the second warning component 4. The upper cover 5 is provided with a through-hole 51, which is arranged opposite to the second warning column 41. After the top end of the second warning column 41 passes through the third through-hole 34, it can be inserted into the through-hole 51. For example, when the filter portion 151 is not clogged, the top surface of the second warning column 41 is flush with the top surface of the upper cover 5, thereby facilitating a reminder for the user to replace the filter element 15 or clean the filter portion 151 in a timely manner.

[0322] 60 and 66 , in some embodiments, the upper cover 5 includes an upper cover body 50 and a snap-fit ​​portion 52, which is disposed at the bottom of the upper cover body 50. A snap-fit ​​opening 38 is disposed on the peripheral sidewall of the top of the end cover body 140, and the upper cover 5 is snap-fitted to the snap-fit ​​opening 38 via the snap-fit ​​portion 52, thereby allowing the upper cover 5 to detachably cover the top of the end cover 14.

[0323] It should be noted that, in some embodiments, the upper cover 5 may also be integrally formed in the top area of ​​the end cover 14 .

[0324] Referring to Figures 67 to 69 , in some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes at least one latch 6, which is movably disposed between the upper cover 5 and the top of the end cap body 140. Referring to Figures 61 and 62 , the end cap 14 further includes at least one telescopic opening 39, which is disposed on the outer peripheral wall of the end cap body 140. The housing 11 further includes at least one second position-limiting portion 117, which is recessed into the peripheral sidewall of the accommodating portion 111 at the notch and is arranged opposite the telescopic opening 39.

[0325] 67 to 69 , in some embodiments, the latch 6 includes a latch body 60. The first end of the latch body 60 can pass through the telescopic opening 39 and engage within the second limiting portion 117, thereby locking the end cap 14 in the notch of the accommodating portion 111. The second end of the latch body 60 can be exposed outside the upper cover 5, making it easier for the user to press.

[0326] The pressing portion 61 presses the end of the lock 6 exposed outside the upper cover 5, so that the first end of the lock body 60 can move toward the inside of the telescopic opening 39, that is, move in the direction away from the second limiting portion 117, so that the first end of the lock body 60 is separated from the second limiting portion 117, and the end cover 14 can be removed from the slot of the accommodating portion 111.

[0327] In some embodiments, the lock buckle 6 further includes a pressing portion 61, which is disposed in the second section of the lock buckle body 60 and extends in a curved manner toward the first end of the lock buckle body 60. The pressing portion 61 is exposed to the upper cover 5. By pressing the pressing portion 61 away from the first end, the lock buckle 6 can be separated from the second limiting portion 117 and the first end of the lock buckle 6 can be retracted into the telescopic opening 39.

[0328] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 78 and 79 , the end cap 14 further includes a second spring 7. The second spring 7 is disposed within the end cap 14 and abuts against the second section of the lock catch 6 to automatically move the lock catch 6 toward the first end, thereby causing the first end of the lock catch 6 to extend out of the telescopic opening 39 and engage with the second stopper 117.

[0329] In some embodiments, referring to Figure 68 , the at least one locking catch 6 includes two locking catches 6 , which are horizontally positioned opposite each other within the end cap 14 . Accordingly, referring to Figures 61 and 62 , a telescopic opening 39 is defined on opposite sides of the end cap body 140 . Referring to Figure 69 , two second limiting portions 117 are defined on the sidewalls surrounding the notch of the accommodating portion 111 , corresponding to the two telescopic openings 39 .

[0330] The second spring 7 is disposed between the two lock catches 6. One end of the second spring 7 abuts against the second section of one lock catch 6, while the other end of the second spring 7 abuts against the second section of the other lock catch 6, thereby driving the first ends of the two lock catches 6 to automatically extend out of the corresponding telescopic opening 39 and engage with the corresponding second limiting portion 117.

[0331] In some embodiments, the lock buckle 6 further includes a first positioning portion 62, which is protruding from the second section of the lock buckle body 60. When two lock buckles 6 are provided, one end of the second spring 7 is sleeved on the first positioning portion 62 of one lock buckle 6, and the other end of the second spring 7 is sleeved on the first positioning portion 62 of the other lock buckle 6, thereby stably fixing the second spring 7 between the two lock buckles 6.

[0332] In some embodiments, referring to FIG67 , the lock catch 6 further includes two stoppers 63, which are respectively provided on the left and right sides of the first end of the lock catch body 60. When the lock catch 6 extends out of the telescopic opening 39 under the elastic force of the second spring 7 and engages with the second limiting portion 117, the stoppers 63 can abut against the inner walls of the telescopic opening 39 on both sides to prevent the lock catch 6 from falling out of the telescopic opening 39.

[0333] In some embodiments, referring to FIG65 , the upper cover 5 further includes a fourth lifting portion 53 and two pressing ports 54. The fourth lifting portion 53 is provided on the top surface of the upper cover body 50 and extends laterally. The two pressing ports 54 are respectively provided on the two side walls of the fourth lifting portion 53, and the two pressing ports 54 are respectively connected to the interior of the fourth lifting portion 53. The second section of the latch body 60 extends within the fourth lifting portion 53, and the pressing portion 61 extends through the pressing ports 54 and is exposed on the top surface of the upper cover 5. In this way, by pressing the pressing portion 61 toward the interior of the pressing ports 54, the latch 6 can be moved away from its first end, so that the first end of the latch 6 is separated from the second limiting portion 117.

[0334] In some embodiments, the upper cover 5 further includes two relief portions 55, each recessed on either side of the fourth lifting portion 53. The relief portions 55 communicate with the interior of the fourth lifting portion 53 through corresponding pressing openings 54. Thus, the pressing portions 61 of the two lock buckles 6 can extend through the corresponding pressing openings 54 and be exposed within the corresponding relief portions 55, facilitating a user's pressing.

[0335] 73 to 75 , in some embodiments, the filtration device 10 further comprises a water separator 8. The water separator 8 is located between the bottom of the end cap 14 and the top of the filter portion 151. A second water separator 80 is recessed on the top surface of the water separator 8, and a plurality of second water outlets 81 are provided on the bottom surface of the second water separator 80.

[0336] It should be noted that the configuration of the second water diversion portion 80 and the second water diversion port 81 is similar to the configuration of the cleaning portion 164 and the water guide hole 161 of the cleaning member 16 , and will not be described in detail here.

[0337] It can be understood that the sewage introduced by the water inlet part 121 can be introduced into the second water diversion part 80 of the water distributor 8 through the outlet end of the water inlet channel 30, and introduced into the filter part 151 through multiple second water diversion ports 81 for filtration. The filtered water enters the accommodating part 111 and is discharged from the shell 11 through the accommodating part 111 and the water outlet part 122.

[0338] In some embodiments, the inner wall of the bottom end of the third support member 36 is provided with an internal thread, and the outer wall of the water divider 8 is provided with an external thread. The water divider 8 is connected to the third support member 36 through threads, thereby fixing the water divider 8 at the bottom end of the second water guide portion 360.

[0339] In some embodiments, the water diverter 8 includes a water diverter body 83 and a rotating portion 82, which is protruding from the bottom surface of the water diverter body 83. In this way, the user can control the water diverter 8 to rotate within the second water guide portion 360 by holding the rotating portion 82, thereby facilitating the installation or removal of the water diverter 8.

[0340] In some embodiments, the filter element 15 includes a first sub-filter element 15A and a second sub-filter element 15B, with the second sub-filter element 15B being spaced apart and positioned around the periphery of the first sub-filter element 15A. The water diverter 8 can be positioned at the top of the first sub-filter element 15A, that is, at the top opening of the first sub-filter portion 151A. This allows water in the second water diversion portion 80 within the water diverter 8 to be dispersedly directed through the plurality of second water diversion ports 81 into the first sub-filter portion 151A for filtration, before exiting the first sub-filter portion 151A and being directed into the second sub-filter portion 151B for filtration.

[0341] It should be noted that, in other embodiments, the water separator 8 is provided at the top of the second sub-filter element 15B, that is, the water separator 8 is provided at the top opening of the second sub-filter portion 151B.

[0342] 70 to 72 and 76 to 78, in some embodiments, a first external thread 362 is provided on the outer peripheral wall of the bottom end of the third support member 36, and a first internal thread 362 is provided on the inner sidewall of the top end of the first sub-filter element 15A. The first internal thread 362 cooperates with the first external thread 362, so that the first sub-filter element 15A is threadedly mounted on the bottom end of the third support member 36.

[0343] In some embodiments, a second external thread 363 is further provided on the outer peripheral wall of the bottom end of the end cap 14, with the first external thread 362 and the second external thread 363 spaced apart from each other. A second internal thread that mates with the second external thread 363 is provided on the inner sidewall of the top end of the second sub-filter element 15B. The second internal thread mates with the second external thread 363, allowing the second sub-filter element 15B to be threadedly mounted on the bottom end of the end cap 14 and spaced apart from each other around the outer periphery of the first sub-filter element 15A.

[0344] It should be noted that in other embodiments, the first sub-filter element 15A and the second sub-filter element 15B can be integrally formed, a third lifting portion 156 can be provided at the bottom of the first sub-filter element 15A, and a first supporting member 157 can be provided on the outside of the second sub-filter element 15B. This facilitates removing the first sub-filter element 15A and the second sub-filter element 15B from the accommodating portion 111 for cleaning.

[0345] 70 to 72 , in some embodiments, the outer periphery of the second sub-filter element 15B is spaced apart from the peripheral sidewalls of the accommodating portion 111, and a second overflow area 101 is formed between the outer periphery of the second sub-filter element 15B and the peripheral sidewalls of the accommodating portion 111. Therefore, when a blockage occurs within the filter portion 151, water within the filter portion 151 and the first water guide portion 143 can flow out through the bottom port of the third through hole 34 and the fifth water outlet 35, and into the second overflow area 101. From there, the water is directed into the accommodating portion 111 below the filter element 15, and then discharged outside the housing 11.

[0346] In some embodiments, a partition 212 is formed between the filter element 15 and the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111 for the flow of filtered water. The partition 212 is connected to the outside through the water outlet 122.

[0347] 80 and 81 , in some embodiments, the filter device 10 further includes a water wheel 23 and an agitator 215, wherein the agitator 215 is located within the filter element 15. The water wheel 23 is connected to the agitator 215 and is configured to rotate the agitator 215. For example, the water wheel 23 is rotatably disposed within the end cap 14 and is fixedly connected to the agitator 215, such that rotation of the water wheel 23 drives the agitator 215 to rotate.

[0348] In some embodiments, the end cap 14 is provided with a first water inlet 142, which is disposed toward the water wheel 23. The first water inlet 142 is connected to the water inlet 121. Thus, filtered water introduced by the water inlet 121 enters the end cap 14 through the first water inlet 142. The kinetic potential energy of the filtered water is used as a driving force to impact the water wheel 23, thereby driving the water wheel 23 to rotate, thereby driving the agitator 215 to rotate.

[0349] After striking the water wheel 23, the filtered water flows into the filter element 15. Stirred by the agitator 215, the filtered water within the filter element 15 moves in a circular motion, forming a vortex. During this rotation, the filtered water is accelerated and flung out of the filter element 15 due to centrifugal force, while microplastics such as lint are retained within the filter element 15. This improves filtration efficiency and effectiveness, prevents microplastics such as lint from being incorporated into the pump, and further reduces development costs.

[0350] It can be understood that in order to increase the kinetic energy of the water to be filtered introduced into the end cover 14 from the first water inlet 142, so as to drive the water wheel 23 to rotate, a drainage pump can also be provided in the clothing processing device 1000. The drainage pump is connected to the water inlet 121, and the water to be filtered is transported to the first water inlet 142 through the pumping capacity of the drainage pump, thereby impacting the water wheel 23.

[0351] In some embodiments, the water wheel 23 includes a second rotating shaft 231 (i.e., a rotating shaft) and a plurality of blades 232. The plurality of blades 232 are connected to one end of the second rotating shaft 231 located within the end cover 14 and are spaced apart along the circumference of the second rotating shaft 231. The end of the second rotating shaft 231 away from the blades 232 extends into the filter element 15 and is fixedly connected to the agitator 215.

[0352] The water outlet direction of the first water inlet 142 is toward any fan blade 232, so that the fan blade 232 is impacted by the water to be filtered and rotates. As the water to be filtered continuously arrives, the previous fan blade 232 that is impacted rotates and can drive the next fan blade 232 to reach the position of the previous fan blade 232, so that the water wheel 23 can continue to rotate.

[0353] It can be understood that in order to enable the water flow to drive the fan blade 232 to rotate after hitting the fan blade 232, the water outlet direction of the first water inlet 142 is toward the fan surface of the fan blade 232, and the filtered water impacts the fan surface of the fan blade 232, thereby enabling the fan blade 232 to rotate around the second rotating shaft 231.

[0354] In some embodiments, the end cap 14 includes a cover body 224 and a cover plate 225. The cover body 224 is recessed to form a first water guide portion 143. The cover plate 225 is disposed on the bottom end of the cover body 224 and seals the first water guide portion 143. A plurality of blades 232 are disposed in the first water guide portion 143. The side of the cover plate 225 facing away from the first water guide portion 143 is detachably connected to the open end of the filter element 15 and, together with the filter element 15, forms a filter chamber.

[0355] Specifically, the cover plate 225 separates the first water-conducting portion 143 from the filter portion 151 and seals each of the first water-conducting portion 143 and the filter portion 151. The agitator 215 is disposed within the filter chamber. Referring to Figure 91 , the cover plate 225 defines a fourth through hole 2252 (i.e., a through hole). The second rotating shaft 231 extends through the fourth through hole 2252 into the filter portion 151, thereby being fixedly connected to the agitator 215.

[0356] It is understood that after the cover plate 225 and the cover body 224 abut, they can be connected by snapping or fastening. This creates a detachable connection, facilitating installation of the water wheel 23 within the first water guide 143. Referring to Figures 87 and 91, the interfacing surfaces of the cover plate 225 and the cover body 224 are each provided with a plurality of connection holes 2253, and corresponding two connection holes 2253 can be connected by fasteners.

[0357] In some embodiments, the second rotating shaft 231 includes a first diameter section and a second diameter section. The first diameter section is located in the first water guide portion 143 to connect with the fan blade 232. The second diameter section is connected to the first diameter section and extends into the filter portion 151 through the fourth through hole 2252 to connect with the agitator 215. The fourth through hole 2252 forms a stepped surface toward one end of the first diameter section. The stepped surface is provided with an eighth sealing member 2254 that is sleeved on the second diameter section. One axial end of the eighth sealing member 2254 abuts against the first diameter section, thereby utilizing the eighth sealing member 2254 to support the water wheel 23 and also to provide a sealing function to prevent the filtered water from leaking from the second diameter section.

[0358] Continuing to refer to Figures 81, 82 and 84, the first water inlet 142 is provided on the side of the cover body 224 and is connected to the first water guide portion 143. After the filtered water comes out of the first water inlet 142, it can impact the fan surface of the fan blade 232 to push the fan blade 232 to rotate.

[0359] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG87 , a third water outlet 226 is further defined on the side of the cover 224. The third water outlet 226 is positioned opposite the first water inlet 142. This allows the filtered water from the first water inlet 142 to flow rapidly to the third water outlet 226 due to inertia after impacting the fan blades 232.

[0360] In some embodiments, referring to Figure 91 , the cover plate 225 is further provided with a fourth water outlet 2251, which communicates with the third water outlet 226 and the filter unit 151. Thus, the filtered water sequentially enters the filter unit 151 through the first water inlet 142, the third water outlet 226, and the fourth water outlet 2251, thereby increasing the drainage and filtration speed of the filtered water.

[0361] As can be understood, referring to Figure 81, the third water outlet 226 may include a first extension section and a second extension section that communicate with each other. The first extension section is opposite the first water inlet 142, with their axes coinciding. The second extension section is opposite the fourth water outlet 2251, directing the filtered water into the fourth water outlet 2251.

[0362] 80 and 81 , in some embodiments, the cover 224 is disposed within the open end of the housing 11 and is in close contact with the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111 to prevent the filtered water within the partition 212 from flowing out. This also facilitates removal of the filter element 15 to clean out lint and impurities within the filter element 15.

[0363] In some embodiments, the cover 224 includes a second lifting portion 2241 and a body 2242. The second lifting portion 2241 is disposed on a side of the body 2242 facing away from the cover plate 225. This facilitates the user's grip on the cover 224 to remove it from the accommodating portion 111. The cover 224 can be threadedly connected to the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111, allowing the cover 224 to be installed and removed by rotating the second lifting portion 2241.

[0364] Continuing with Figures 81, 89, and 90, in some embodiments, the water wheel 23 further includes a connecting plate 233. The connecting plate 233 includes a connecting plate body 2330 and a first extension portion 234. The center of the connecting plate body 2330 is connected to one end of the second rotating shaft 231, and the edge of the connecting plate body 2330 extends toward the cover plate 225 to form the first extension portion 234. A plurality of blades 232 are connected to the first extension portion 234 and are spaced apart along the circumference of the first extension portion 234.

[0365] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 83 and 84, the line connecting the first water inlet 142 and the third water outlet 226 is tangent to the first extension portion 234. For example, the line connecting the center of the first water inlet 142 and the center of the third water outlet 226 is tangent to the first extension portion 234, so that after the filtered water enters the first water guide portion 143 from the first water inlet 142, it impacts the fan surface of the fan blade 232 along the tangent line. In this way, the impact force on the fan blade 232 can be ensured, quickly driving the fan blade 232 to rotate, thereby quickly driving the filter element 15 or the agitator 215 to rotate. In this way, the centrifugal force on the filtered water in the filter element 15 is increased, thereby improving the filtration efficiency.

[0366] It is understandable that the plurality of blades 232 are connected to the first extension portion 234 in an inclined manner along the same direction. For example, they are all inclined in a counterclockwise or clockwise direction.

[0367] Furthermore, referring to Figures 87 to 89 , a second positioning portion 235 (i.e., a positioning portion) is provided on the side of the connecting plate 233 facing away from the second rotating shaft 231. The end cover 14 also includes a third positioning portion 227, which is protruding from the inner wall of the first water guide 143 and is disposed opposite the second positioning portion 235. The third positioning portion 227 can be snapped into the second positioning portion 235, allowing the water wheel 23 to rotate about the third positioning portion 227. Furthermore, the cooperation between the third positioning portion 227 and the second positioning portion 235 facilitates the installation of the top end of the water wheel 23 within the end cover 14, thereby defining the position of the water wheel 23.

[0368] In some embodiments, a second positioning portion 235 may be provided on the inner wall of the first water guide portion 143 , and a third limiting portion 227 may be provided on the side of the connecting plate 233 away from the second rotating shaft 231 . The engagement of the two can also limit the position of the water wheel 23 .

[0369] 91 and 92 , the cover 225 further includes a second extension 2255 protruding from a side of the cover body 2250 facing away from the first water guide 143. The second extension 2255 cooperates with the open end of the filter element 15 so that the second extension 2255 is inserted into the open end of the filter element 15 to seal the filter element 15, thereby preventing unfiltered water in the filter element 15 from being thrown out of the open end of the filter element 15 into the partition 212 during rotation.

[0370] Of course, in other embodiments, the open end of the filter element 15 may be inserted into the second extension portion 2255, and the abutment between the two can also play a sealing role.

[0371] It should be noted that the second extension 2255 and the open end of the filter element 15 can be interference fit to clamp the filter element 15 to the end cap 14, so that the filter element 15 and the end cap 14 are detachably connected. This facilitates the removal of impurities such as lint in the filter element 15 at a later time.

[0372] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 81 and 82 , the filter element 15 is connected to the end cap 14 so as to be suspended in the accommodating portion 111. Thus, a certain distance is provided between the bottom of the filter element 15 and the bottom of the accommodating portion 111, facilitating the flow of filtered water in the partition 212. This allows filtered water entering the partition 212 from all directions to be quickly discharged through the water outlet 122, thereby improving drainage efficiency.

[0373] In some embodiments, referring to Figure 94, to enhance the sealing effect, the end cover 14 further includes a sixth seal 228, which is disposed on one side of the cover body 224 close to the inner wall of the accommodating portion 111 to prevent the water to be filtered from overflowing outside the filter device 10.

[0374] In some embodiments, the end cap 14 further includes a seventh sealing member 229 , which is disposed between the cap body 224 and the cover plate 225 to prevent unfiltered water from flowing out to the partition 212 and being discharged.

[0375] 89 and 90 , in some embodiments, the agitator 215 includes a first agitating shaft 2151 and a second agitating shaft 2152. One end of the first agitating shaft 2151 is fixedly connected to the end of the second rotating shaft 231 extending into the filter portion 151, and the other end of the first agitating shaft 2151 is connected to the second agitating shaft 2152.

[0376] The extension direction of the first stirring shaft 2151 intersects with the extension direction of the second rotating shaft 231, and the extension direction of the second stirring shaft 2152 intersects with the extension direction of the first stirring shaft 2151, thereby increasing the stirring area of ​​the agitator 215, increasing the vortex that can be formed by the water to be filtered, and improving the filtration efficiency.

[0377] For example, the angle between the first stirring shaft 2151 and the second rotating shaft 231 and the extending direction of the second stirring shaft 2152 may be greater than 0 and less than or equal to 90°, such as 30°, 60° or 90°.

[0378] In some embodiments, the extension direction of the first stirring shaft 2151 is perpendicular to the extension direction of the second rotating shaft 231 and the second stirring shaft 2152, so that the agitator 215 can perform circular motion with the second stirring shaft 2152 as the rotation radius, thereby driving the water to be filtered to move toward the side of the filter element 15, thereby improving the filtration efficiency.

[0379] 90 , the connecting shaft 2153 defines a slot 2154 extending axially along the connecting shaft 2153. One end of the second rotating shaft 231 extending into the filter portion 151 is clamped in the slot 2154 to be fixedly connected to the agitator 215.

[0380] It is understandable that the end of the second shaft 231 extending into the filter portion 151 may be interference-fitted with the inner wall of the slot 2154 to clamp the second shaft 231. Of course, in other embodiments, the slot 2154 may further be provided with an internal thread to be threadedly engaged with the second shaft 231.

[0381] In some embodiments, the second agitating shaft 2152 includes a second agitating shaft body 21520 and a plurality of agitating teeth 2155. The plurality of agitating teeth 2155 are disposed at an end of the second agitating shaft body 21520 away from the first agitating shaft 2151. The plurality of agitating teeth 2155 are spaced apart along the circumference of the second agitating shaft body 21520 to increase contact with the water to be filtered, thereby enhancing the agitation effect on the water to be filtered and helping to improve filtration efficiency.

[0382] For example, the plurality of stirring teeth 2155 are tilted along the same direction on the peripheral wall of the second stirring shaft body 21520 , for example, they are tilted counterclockwise or clockwise relative to the second stirring shaft 2152 .

[0383] In summary, in some embodiments of the present disclosure, a water wheel 23 is provided, and the filtered water discharged from the cylinder hits the water wheel 23 through the first water inlet 142, thereby driving the water wheel 23 to rotate, thereby driving the agitator 215 to rotate. After hitting the water wheel 23, the filtered water enters the filter unit 151 through the third water outlet 226 and the fourth water outlet 2251 to be filtered.

[0384] Under the centrifugal force generated by the rotation of filter element 15, the filtered water in filter section 151 is ejected from the periphery of filter element 15 through the filter holes in first filter screen 153 into partition 212, and finally discharged through outlet 122. Microplastics such as lint are retained in filter section 151, thereby filtering the filtered water, improving the filtration efficiency and effectiveness of filter device 10, and preventing the release of microplastics such as lint into the environment and causing ecological harm.

[0385] 94 , the filter element 15 is rotatably disposed in the receiving portion 111. The water wheel 23 is connected to the filter element 15 and is configured to drive the filter element 15 to rotate to improve the filtering effect of the filter element 15 on the water to be filtered.

[0386] Referring to Figures 93 and 94 , the water wheel 23 is rotatably disposed within the end cap 14 and fixedly connected to the filter element 15. This allows the rotation of the water wheel 23 to drive the filter element 15 to rotate. For example, during the washing or rinsing cycle of the laundry processing apparatus 100, filtered water discharged from the drum through the first water inlet 142 impacts the water wheel 23, causing the water wheel 23 to drive the filter element 15 to rotate.

[0387] The water to be filtered after impacting the water wheel 23 flows into the filter element 15. During the rotation process, the washing water inside the filter element 15 is accelerated and thrown out of the filter element 15 due to the action of centrifugal force, while microplastics such as lint are retained in the filter element 15, thereby improving the filtering effect and accelerating the precipitation of the water to be filtered from the filter element 15.

[0388] In some embodiments, one end of the second rotating shaft 231 of the water wheel 23 away from the fan blades 232 extends into the filter element 15 and is connected to the filter element 15 .

[0389] Furthermore, the end cover 14 includes a cover body 224 and a cover plate 225. The cover plate 225 defines a fourth through hole 2252, through which the second rotating shaft 231 extends into the filter portion 151, thereby being fixedly connected to the filter element 15.

[0390] Furthermore, the second rotating shaft 231 includes a first section and a second section. The first section is connected to the fan blade 232, and the second section is connected to the first section. The second section extends from the fourth through hole 2252 into the filter portion 151 to connect with the filter element 15.

[0391] 96, 97, and 99, in some embodiments, the filter element 15 includes a filter body 150 and a fixing portion 2214 protruding from the inner bottom of the filter body 150. The fixing portion 2214 defines an inserting portion 2215, and the second rotating shaft 231 can be engaged with the inserting portion 2215 to be fixedly connected to the fixing portion 2214.

[0392] It is understood that the fixing portion 2214 is disposed at the center of the inner bottom of the filter body 150 so that the filter 15 can maintain a tight connection with the cover 224 when rotating. Of course, the second rotating shaft 231 can also be fixedly connected to the inner peripheral wall of the filter body 150 after extending into the filter 15.

[0393] 98 and 99 , the bottom of the slot of the plug-in portion 2215 is further provided with a mounting hole 2216, in which a screw 2217 is provided. The screw 2217 is threadedly engaged with one end of the second rotating shaft 231 inserted into the plug-in portion 2215, thereby fixing the second rotating shaft 231 to the fixing portion 2214. Of course, the second rotating shaft 231 and the plug-in portion 2215 can also be tightened in the plug-in portion 2215 by an interference fit, so that the second rotating shaft 231 is clamped in the plug-in portion 2215 to be fixed to the filter element 15.

[0394] In some embodiments, the filter element 15 further includes a fifth stopper 2218, which is disposed on the outer bottom of the filter element body 150 and corresponds to the fixing portion 2214. Referring to Figures 95A and 95B, the housing 11 further includes a fourth stopper 114, which is protruding from the inner bottom of the accommodating portion 111 and corresponds to the fifth stopper 2218. The fourth stopper 114 and the fifth stopper 2218 cooperate with each other to provide support for the filter element 15.

[0395] Furthermore, the filter element 15 can rotate around the fourth limiting portion 114. During the rotation of the filter element 15, the fourth limiting portion 114 can limit the filter element 15 to prevent the filter element 15 from deviating from its position.

[0396] It can be understood that the mounting hole 2216 can be connected to the fifth limiting portion 2218, so that when installing the screw 2217, the screw 2217 can be installed into the mounting hole 2216 from the fifth limiting portion 2218, which facilitates locking the screw 2217.

[0397] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 94, 98, and 99, the fifth stopper 2218 extends into the fixing portion 2214 to increase the length of the fifth stopper 2218, thereby increasing the contact area with the fourth stopper 114 and improving the stability of the filter element 15 during rotation. The fourth stopper 114 includes a first sub-stopper 1141 and a second sub-stopper 1141. The first sub-stopper 1141 is protruded from the inner bottom of the accommodating portion 111, and the second sub-stopper 1141 is protruded from the top of the first sub-stopper 1141, so that the fourth stopper 114 forms a stepped column.

[0398] A step surface is formed at the junction of the second sub-limiting portion 1141 and the first sub-limiting portion 1141 , and the filter element 15 is supported on the step surface so that a certain distance exists between the outer bottom of the filter element 15 and the inner bottom of the accommodating portion 111 .

[0399] In some embodiments, the second sub-limiting portion 1141 extends into the fifth limiting portion 2218 , and the second sub-limiting portion 1141 is connected to the top wall of the fifth limiting portion 2218 to support the filter element 15 .

[0400] In summary, in some embodiments of the present disclosure, by providing a water wheel 23, the filtered water discharged from the cylinder passes through the first water inlet 142 and impacts the water wheel 23, thereby driving the rotation of the water wheel 23, thereby driving the rotation of the filter element 15. After impacting the water wheel 23, the filtered water enters the filter section 151 through the third water outlet 226 and the fourth water outlet 2251, and the filter element 15 filters the filtered water entering the filter section 151.

[0401] Under the action of the centrifugal force generated by the rotation of the filter element 15, the washing water in the filter part 151 is thrown out from the peripheral side of the filter element 15 through the filter holes on the first filter mesh 153 to the partition part 212, and finally discharged through the water outlet 122, while microplastics such as lint are retained in the filter part 151, thereby filtering the water to be filtered, improving the filtration efficiency and effect, and avoiding the discharge of microplastics such as lint into the environment to cause ecological harm.

[0402] Those skilled in the art will understand that the scope of the present invention is not limited to the above specific embodiments, and that certain elements of the embodiments may be modified and replaced without departing from the spirit of the present application. The scope of the present application is limited by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A clothes processing device, comprising: A box body, wherein the box body comprises a containing space; A cylinder body, arranged in the accommodating space; The drum body comprises a drain port, and the water to be filtered generated by processing the clothes in the drum body is discharged through the drain port; as well as A filter device is connected to the drain port and comprises: A housing, the housing comprising a receiving portion; an end cover, disposed at the opening of the accommodating portion, and configured to close the accommodating portion; the end cover comprises a first water inlet, and the water to be filtered is suitable for entering the end cover through the first water inlet; and A filter element is disposed in the accommodating portion and is located at the bottom of the end cap; the filter element includes a filter portion, the water to be filtered in the end cap enters the filter portion and passes through the filter portion to achieve filtration, and the filtered water after being filtered by the filter portion is suitable for entering the accommodating portion and being discharged from the accommodating portion; Wherein, the filter device further comprises a connecting member, the connecting member connects the end cover and the filter element, and the connecting member is configured to be elastically deformed in at least one of a vertical direction and a horizontal direction; When the water to be filtered in the end cover enters the filter part, it impacts the filter part, and the filter element drives the connecting element to undergo elastic deformation, so that the filter element moves under the drive of the connecting element.

2. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: The filter device further comprises a first telescopic portion, the first telescopic portion being configured to be telescopic in a height direction; the top end of the first telescopic portion is embedded in the end cover, and the bottom end of the first telescopic portion is sleeved on the filter element; a part of the connecting element is located in the first telescopic portion, and another part of the connecting element is located in the filter element; In the process that the water in the end cover enters the filter portion through the first telescopic portion, the first telescopic portion is telescoped to move the filter element.

3. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, wherein: The filter device further includes a cleaning member, which is disposed at the bottom of the end cover and includes: The cleaning element body comprises a cleaning portion; and At least one water guide hole, the at least one water guide hole is arranged at the bottom of the cleaning part body, and the depth direction of the water guide hole is inclined relative to the vertical direction toward the direction close to the inner wall of the filter part; The water to be filtered in the end cover is guided to the inner wall of the filter portion through the water guide hole, so as to flush the inner wall of the filter portion through the impact of the water flow.

4. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 3, wherein: The at least one water guide hole includes a plurality of water guide holes, the plurality of water guide holes are divided into at least two groups, and each group includes a plurality of water guide holes; The multiple water guide holes in each group are arranged in a ring at intervals, and the multiple water guide holes in two adjacent groups are arranged in a ring at intervals, and the depth direction of the water guide holes is inclined toward the outside of the ring relative to the vertical direction.

5. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 3 or 4, wherein: The cleaning element body comprises: a first bottom wall; and The first side wall is arranged around the first bottom wall to form the cleaning portion, and the water guide hole is arranged on the first bottom wall; the water to be filtered in the end cover is suitable for entering the cleaning portion and being discharged from the water guide hole.

6. The laundry processing apparatus according to any one of claims 3 to 5, wherein: The top end of the connecting member is connected to the bottom wall of the cleaning member, and the bottom end of the connecting member is connected to the bottom wall of the filtering portion; at least part of the connecting member is located in the filtering portion.

7. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 6, wherein: The cleaning part also includes: A first connecting post, which is disposed at the center of the cleaning body and extends toward a bottom wall of the filter portion; The filter element comprises: a filter element body, the filter element body being formed with the filter portion; and A second connecting column is disposed at the center of the bottom wall of the filter portion and extends toward the cleaning element body; The top end of the connecting member is sleeved on the outside of the first connecting column, and the bottom end of the connecting member is sleeved on the outside of the second connecting column. The outside of the column.

8. The laundry processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein: The end cap also includes: a first water guide portion, wherein an opening of the first water guide portion faces the filter portion; and a first water diversion portion formed on a side wall of the end cover, at least a portion of the first water inlet being disposed on the first water diversion portion, and the first water diversion portion being in communication with the first water guide portion through the first water inlet; Wherein, in the case where the end cover is arranged at the opening of the accommodating portion, the opening of the first water diversion portion abuts against the side wall of the accommodating portion to seal the first water diversion portion; Wherein, the shell further includes a second water inlet, which is arranged on the side wall of the accommodating portion and connected to the first water diversion portion, and the water to be filtered enters the first water diversion portion through the second water inlet.

9. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 8, wherein: The end cap comprises: An end cover body, wherein the end cover body is formed with the first water inlet, the first water guide portion and the first water diversion portion; a first sealing portion, provided on the outer wall of the end cover body and extending along the circumference of the end cover body; and A second sealing portion is provided on the outer wall of the end cover body and extends along the circumference of the end cover body; The first sealing portion and the second sealing portion are spaced apart from each other to form the first water diversion portion between the first sealing portion and the second sealing portion.

10. The clothes processing device according to claim 8 or 9, further comprising a cleaning member, wherein the cleaning member is disposed at the bottom of the end cover, and the end cover is formed with a cleaning portion; in, The side wall of the cleaning part is in contact with the inner wall of the first water guide part, so that the first water guide part and the cleaning part together form a water guide cavity; the water guide cavity is configured to guide the water to be filtered to the inner wall of the filter part; Wherein, the first water inlet is located at a side of the cleaning component away from the filter portion, and the water to be filtered enters the water guide cavity through the first water inlet and enters the filter portion from the water guide hole.

11. The laundry processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein: The filter element comprises: A filter frame, the filter frame comprising a plurality of hollow areas; and A filter screen is arranged in the hollow area; the filter frame and the filter screen constitute the filter part, and the water in the filter part is led out through the filter screen to achieve filtration.

12. The laundry processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein: The filter element comprises: a first sub-filter element; and a second sub-filter element, wherein the first sub-filter element is disposed in a spaced manner within the second sub-filter element; The size of the filter holes on the first sub-filter element is larger than the size of the filter holes on the second sub-filter element, and the water in the end cover is guided to the inner wall of the first sub-filter element.

13. The laundry processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein: The housing comprises: A shell body, wherein the shell body includes the accommodating portion; a water inlet, disposed on a side wall of the housing body, wherein the drain port is connected to the first water inlet through the water inlet; and A drainage portion, disposed on the bottom wall of the housing body; Wherein, a partition is formed between the filter element and the inner wall of the accommodating portion for the filtered water to flow, and the partition is connected to the outside of the housing through the drainage portion; Wherein, the filtering device further comprises a water wheel, and the water wheel is configured to drive the water to be filtered in the filtering part to rotate, so that the water to be filtered passes through the filtering element and enters the spacer; The water wheel is rotatably arranged in the end cover; the first water inlet is arranged toward the water wheel, and the water to be filtered discharged from the discharge port impacts the water wheel through the first water inlet to drive the water wheel to rotate.

14. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 13, wherein: The water wheel comprises: a rotating shaft, one end of which is located in the end cover, and the other end of which is located in the filter element; and A plurality of fan blades are connected to one end of the rotating shaft, and the plurality of fan blades are distributed at intervals along the circumference of the rotating shaft; the water outlet direction of the first water inlet is toward any one of the plurality of fan blades, so that the fan blades are impacted by the water to be filtered and rotate.

15. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 14, wherein: The end cap comprises: A cover body, the cover body comprising a first water guide portion; the plurality of fan blades are arranged in the first water guide portion; the first water inlet is arranged on a side of the cover body and is connected to the first water guide portion; A cover plate is arranged on one end of the cover body close to the filter part and seals the first water guide part; a side of the cover plate away from the first water guide part is detachably connected to the open end of the filter element and is enclosed with the filter element to form a filter cavity; A through hole is provided on the cover plate, and the other end of the rotating shaft is penetrated by the through hole to be located in the filter cavity; A third water outlet is disposed on a side of the cover body, and the third water outlet is disposed opposite to the first water inlet; and; The fourth water outlet is connected to the third water outlet and the filter chamber; wherein the water to be filtered enters the filter chamber through the first water inlet, the third water outlet and the fourth water outlet in sequence.

16. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 15, wherein: The water wheel also includes: a connecting plate, the center of which is connected to the one end of the rotating shaft; and A first extension portion, which is disposed at an edge of the connecting plate and extends toward the cover plate; the plurality of blades are connected to the first extension portion and are spaced apart along the circumference of the first extension portion; Wherein, a line connecting the first water inlet and the third water outlet is tangent to the first extension portion.

17. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 16, wherein: The water wheel comprises a positioning portion, and the positioning portion is arranged on a side of the connecting plate away from the rotating shaft; The end cover also includes a clamping portion, which is arranged on the inner wall of the first water guiding portion and corresponds to the positioning portion; the clamping portion is engaged in the positioning portion to limit the position of the water wheel.

18. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 17, wherein: The cover plate comprises: a cover body; and The second extension part is arranged on a side of the cover body away from the first water guide part, the second extension part cooperates with the open end of the filter element, and the second extension part is arranged in the open end of the filter element to close the open end of the filter element.

19. The laundry processing apparatus according to any one of claims 13 to 18, wherein: The water wheel is fixedly connected to the filter element; the filter element is rotatably disposed in the accommodating portion, and the water wheel is configured to drive the filter element to rotate so that the water to be filtered is filtered through the filter element into the spacer portion.

20. According to the clothing processing equipment according to any one of claims 13 to 18, the filtering device also includes an agitator, which is arranged in the filtering part and fixedly connected to one end of the water wheel located in the filtering part; the water wheel is configured to drive the agitator to rotate so that the water to be filtered is filtered into the spacer through the filter element.

21. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 20, wherein: The agitator comprises: a first stirring shaft, one end of which is fixedly connected to one end of the water wheel located in the filter element; and a second stirring shaft, the second stirring shaft being connected to the other end of the first stirring shaft; Wherein, an extension direction of the first stirring shaft intersects with an extension direction of the rotating shaft, and an extension direction of the second stirring shaft intersects with an extension direction of the first stirring shaft.

22. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 21, wherein: The stirring shaft further includes a plurality of stirring teeth, which are arranged at an end of the second stirring shaft away from the first stirring shaft, and the plurality of stirring teeth are distributed at intervals along the circumference of the second stirring shaft.

23. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 21 or 22, wherein: The stirring shaft further comprises a connecting shaft, the connecting shaft being connected to one end of the first stirring shaft away from the second stirring shaft, the connecting shaft comprising a slot, the slot extending along the axial direction of the connecting shaft; the other end of the rotating shaft is located in the slot to be fixedly connected to the stirrer; Wherein, the extension direction of the first stirring shaft is perpendicular to the extension directions of the rotating shaft and the second stirring shaft.

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