Four-way water distribution structure applied to multi-barrel washing machine and washing machine

By adopting a four-way water distribution structure in a multi-barrel washing machine and using a U-shaped hose to offset the water hammer effect, the problem of water pipe rupture and leakage caused by water pressure difference is solved, achieving stability and extended life.

CN120608398APending Publication Date: 2025-09-09NANJING CHUANGWEI HOUSEHOLD ELECTRONICS APPLIANCES LTD
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Application Number
CN202510961756.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-07-14
Publication Date
2025-09-09

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Technical Problem

The water channel design of existing multi-tub washing machines has water hammer effect and pressure difference, which leads to water pipe rupture and leakage.

Method used

It adopts a four-way water distribution structure, including an inlet valve, an inlet hose, a left detergent box assembly, a first hose, a four-way body, a U-shaped hose, a second hose, a right detergent box assembly and a water outlet hose. The U-shaped hose offsets the water hammer effect and stabilizes the pressure difference at the connection.

Benefits of technology

Effectively avoid water hammer effect, improve the stability and life of waterway structure, reduce the risk of water leakage, save space and reduce manufacturing costs.

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Abstract

The four-way water distribution structure applied to the multi-barrel washing machine comprises a water inlet valve, a water inlet hose, a left detergent box assembly, a first hose, a four-way body, a U-shaped hose, a second hose, a right detergent box assembly and a water outlet hose. One tail end of the first water inlet hose is connected to the water inlet valve, the other tail end of the first water inlet hose is connected to the left detergent box assembly, one tail end of the first hose is connected to the left detergent box assembly, the other tail end of the first hose is connected to the four-way body, the two tail ends of the U-shaped hose are connected to the four-way body, and one tail end of the second hose is connected to the four-way body. The other tail end of the water outlet hose is connected to the right detergent box assembly, and one tail end of the water outlet hose is connected to the right detergent box assembly. The design that the U-shaped hose is installed on the four-way body is adopted, the U-shaped hose counteracts the water hammer effect, so that the stability of the connecting position is guaranteed, the service life is prolonged, and the water leakage risk is greatly reduced.
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Description

Technical field:

[0001] The present invention relates to a four-way water distribution structure applied to a multi-barrel washing machine and the washing machine, belonging to the technical field of water distribution of multi-barrel washing machines. Background technology:

[0002] Most of the current washing machines are single-barrel. In order to meet the market demand for multi-type load washing, a multi-barrel washing machine is designed on the existing basis. Because multi-barrel washing machines involve the arrangement and flow direction of water levels, the simple water inlet and drainage water path design of a single barrel cannot meet the water inlet method of multiple barrels. On this basis, a circulating water path must be made, that is, water is uniformly taken in from one water inlet, flows through two automatic dispensing boxes, and then flows to the water diversion box, and then water is diverted. Between the two automatic dispensing boxes, the water path is generally designed to be directly connected with a hose, which has a water hammer effect. Long-term pressure difference will cause the water pipe to rupture and the connection port to be less airtight, resulting in water leakage.

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to improve the existing technology to solve the shortcomings of the existing technology. Summary of the invention:

[0004] The present invention aims to solve the problems existing in the above-mentioned prior art and provides a four-way water distribution structure and washing machine applied to a multi-barrel washing machine. By diverting the flow, the water hammer effect can be avoided and the pressure difference can be reduced, thereby making the water channel structure more stable and having a longer service life.

[0005] The present invention adopts the following technical solution: a four-way water distribution structure applied to a multi-barrel washing machine, comprising a water inlet valve, a water inlet hose, a left detergent box assembly, a first hose, a four-way main body, a U-shaped hose, a second hose, a right detergent box assembly and a water outlet hose, wherein one end of the first water inlet hose is connected to the water inlet valve, and the other end is connected to the left detergent box assembly, one end of the first hose is connected to the left detergent box assembly, and the other end is connected to the four-way main body, both ends of the U-shaped hose are connected to the four-way main body, one end of the second hose is connected to the four-way main body, and the other end is connected to the right detergent box assembly, and one end of the water outlet hose is connected to the right detergent box assembly.

[0006] Furthermore, a first interface, a second interface, a third interface and a fourth interface are formed on the four-way body, and two ends of the U-shaped hose are connected to the second interface and the third interface respectively.

[0007] Furthermore, one end of the first hose is connected to the left detergent box assembly, and the other end is connected to the first interface.

[0008] Furthermore, one end of the second hose is connected to the fourth interface, and the other end is connected to the right detergent box assembly.

[0009] Furthermore, the first interface and the fourth interface are respectively formed on two opposite sides of the four-way body.

[0010] The present invention also adopts the following technical solution: a washing machine, comprising the aforementioned four-way water distribution structure applied to a multi-barrel washing machine.

[0011] The present invention has the following beneficial effects: the present invention is applied to the four-way water distribution structure of a multi-barrel washing machine. Unlike the general water inlet components, it connects the water inlet channels of the multi-barrel washing machine in series, which not only saves space but also greatly reduces the manufacturing cost of the washing machine. The design of installing a U-shaped hose on the four-way main body offsets the water hammer effect, thereby ensuring the stability of the connection, extending the service life, and greatly reducing the risk of water leakage. Description of the drawings:

[0012] Figure 1 This is a front view of the four-way water distribution structure of the present invention applied to a multi-tub washing machine.

[0013] Figure 2 The diagram is a top view of the four-way water distribution structure of the present invention applied to a multi-tub washing machine.

[0014] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the four-way main body. Specific implementation method:

[0015] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0016] The present invention is applied to a four-way water distribution structure for a multi-tub washing machine, comprising a water inlet valve 1, a water inlet hose 2, a left detergent box assembly 3, a first hose 4, a four-way main body 5, a U-shaped hose 6, a second hose 7, a right detergent box assembly 8, and a water outlet hose 9. One end of the first water inlet hose 2 is connected to the water inlet valve 1, and the other end is connected to the left detergent box assembly 3. A first interface 51, a second interface 52, a third interface 53, and a fourth interface 54 are formed on the four-way main body 5. The two ends of the U-shaped hose 6 are respectively connected to the second interface 52 and the third interface 53. One end of the first hose 4 is connected to the left detergent box assembly 3, and the other end is connected to the first interface 51. One end of the second hose 7 is connected to the fourth interface 54, and the other end is connected to the right detergent box assembly 8. One end of the water outlet hose 9 is connected to the right detergent box assembly 8.

[0017] The present invention is applied to the four-way water distribution structure of a multi-tub washing machine. Through a four-way main body 5 equipped with a U-shaped hose 6, the first hose 4 on the left side is connected to the four-way main body 5. After water enters the four-way main body 5, it is divided into the four-way main body 5 and the U-shaped hose 6. When there is sufficient water in the tub, the water flow suddenly stops at the water inlet valve 1, which will cause a water hammer effect. However, the internal pressure of the U-shaped hose 6 can offset the water pressure caused by the water hammer, thereby reducing the impact force on the connection between the first hose 4 and the second hose 7, thereby ensuring the stability of the connection and extending its service life.

[0018] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention. It should be pointed out that for ordinary technicians in this technical field, several improvements can be made without departing from the principles of the present invention. These improvements should also be regarded as the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A four-way water distribution structure for a multi-tub washing machine, characterized by: The utility model comprises a water inlet valve (1), a water inlet hose (2), a left detergent box assembly (3), a first hose (4), a four-way main body (5), a U-shaped hose (6), a second hose (7), a right detergent box assembly (8) and a water outlet hose (9), wherein one end of the first water inlet hose (2) is connected to the water inlet valve (1), and the other end is connected to the left detergent box assembly (3); one end of the first hose (4) is connected to the left detergent box assembly (3), and the other end is connected to the four-way main body (5); both ends of the U-shaped hose (6) are connected to the four-way main body (5); one end of the second hose (7) is connected to the four-way main body (5), and the other end is connected to the right detergent box assembly (8); and one end of the water outlet hose (9) is connected to the right detergent box assembly (8).

2. The four-way water distribution structure for a multi-tub washing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The four-way body (5) is formed with a first interface (51), a second interface (52), a third interface (53) and a fourth interface (54), and the two ends of the U-shaped hose (6) are connected to the second interface (52) and the third interface (53) respectively.

3. The four-way water distribution structure for a multi-tub washing machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: One end of the first hose (4) is connected to the left detergent box assembly (3), and the other end is connected to the first interface (51).

4. The four-way water distribution structure for a multi-tub washing machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: One end of the second hose (7) is connected to the fourth interface (54), and the other end is connected to the right detergent box assembly (8).

5. The four-way water distribution structure for a multi-tub washing machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first interface (51) and the fourth interface (54) are respectively formed on two opposite sides of the four-way body (5).

6. A washing machine, characterized in that: It comprises a four-way water distribution structure applied to a multi-tub washing machine as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.