Water inlet and outlet system and method of water dispenser

Abstract

The invention discloses a water dispenser water inlet and outlet system and method.The system comprises a water storage assembly, a heating assembly, a water outlet assembly, a water supplementing assembly and a water injection assembly, and the water storage assembly is used for storing water; the heating assembly is used for heating water in the heating assembly; the water outlet assembly is used for communicating with the heating assembly and controlling the heating assembly to discharge water; the water replenishing assembly is used for communicating the water storage assembly with the heating assembly, detecting the water level in the heating assembly and controlling the water storage assembly to replenish water into the heating assembly when the heating assembly is short of water; the water injection assembly communicates with the water storage assembly and is used for injecting water into the water storage assembly when the water storage assembly lacks water. By arranging the water storage assembly and the water supplementing assembly, the water dispenser can achieve the water storage function and the automatic water supplementing function, the frequency of interaction between the water dispenser and the outside is reduced, automatic water inlet and outlet of the water dispenser are achieved, and operation is easy.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to a water dispenser, in particular to a water dispenser water inlet and outlet system and method. BACKGROUND

[0002] As a necessary appliance in modern life and office environment, there are four kinds of water dispensers commonly used in the market.

[0003] Firstly, the water inlet mode of the barrel water dispenser includes top-mounted and bottom-mounted. The top-mounted type is installed on the top of the dispenser by manually inverting the barrel water, and relies on gravity to naturally fill water. The bottom-mounted type is placed at the bottom of the machine, and the built-in water pump pressurizes the water into the heating or refrigeration system. The water outlet mode includes electric water outlet and manual water outlet. The electric water outlet is realized by pressing the button or touching the switch to start the electromagnetic valve or water pump. The manual water outlet is realized by pressing the physical faucet. The water inlet and outlet of the barrel water dispenser need to replace the water barrel regularly, which may have the risk of secondary pollution. Some models have intelligent induction water outlet function.

[0004] Secondly, the water inlet mode of the pipeline direct drinking water dispenser is directly connected to the water pipe, and the filtered water enters the water storage tank or instant heating module through the built-in filter. The water outlet mode can realize multi-grade temperature water outlet, and the hot water, warm water and cold water can be pressed to realize instant outlet. The water outlet amount can be set to realize quantitative water outlet. The water inlet and outlet of the pipeline direct drinking water dispenser do not need to replace the barrel, and can realize continuous water supply, but the filter needs to be replaced regularly. Some high-end models support APP control of water outlet.

[0005] Thirdly, the water inlet mode of the table type / portable water dispenser needs to be manually filled with water, and the water outlet mode is mostly electric water outlet, which supports temperature adjustment. The volume is small, installation-free, and suitable for mobile scenarios.

[0006] Fourthly, the water inlet mode of the step-by-step / boiling water dispenser is connected to the water pipe or large water tank, and the filtered water enters the heating system. The water outlet mode is step-by-step heating to boiling and keeping the water temperature to outlet. The water outlet amount is large, and it is suitable for public places such as schools and hospitals.

[0007] However, the water inlet and outlet modes of the above four different structures of water dispensers have defects such as the need to replace the water barrel, the need to connect to the water pipe, manual water filling, and the need to connect to a large water tank. That is, the water dispenser itself cannot realize the water storage function or the automatic water replenishment function, resulting in the need for the water dispenser to frequently interact with the outside world, which is complicated to operate. SUMMARY

[0008] The purpose of the present application is to provide a water dispenser water inlet and outlet system and method, which aims to solve the problem that the existing water dispenser itself cannot realize the water storage function or the automatic water replenishment function, resulting in the need for the water dispenser to frequently interact with the outside world.

[0009] To solve the above technical problems, the present application is realized by the following technical solutions: In one aspect, a water inlet and outlet system of a water dispenser is provided, comprising: a water storage assembly, a heating assembly, a water outlet assembly, a water supplement assembly and a water injection assembly, the water storage assembly is used for storing water; the heating assembly is used for heating water in the heating assembly; the water outlet assembly is used for connecting the heating assembly and controlling water outlet of the heating assembly; the water supplement assembly is used for connecting the water storage assembly and the heating assembly and detecting water level in the heating assembly, and controlling the water storage assembly to supplement water into the heating assembly when the heating assembly is short of water; the water injection assembly is connected to the water storage assembly and used for injecting water into the water storage assembly when the water storage assembly is short of water.

[0010] Further, the water storage assembly comprises: a water tank, a first water inlet and a first water outlet; the first water inlet is arranged at the top of the water tank and used for connecting the water injection assembly; the first water outlet is arranged at the bottom of the water tank and used for connecting the heating assembly.

[0011] Further, the heating assembly comprises: a heating cylinder, a water outlet pipe, a heating pipe and a temperature sensor, one end of the heating cylinder is provided with a second water outlet, the other end of the heating cylinder is provided with a second water inlet and an exhaust port, the second water inlet is used for connecting the first water outlet; one end of the water outlet pipe is connected to the second water outlet, the other end of the water outlet pipe is connected to the water outlet assembly; the heating pipe is connected to the heating cylinder and used for heating the heating cylinder; the temperature sensor is attached to the outside of the heating cylinder and used for detecting water temperature in the heating cylinder, and the heating pipe is controlled to heat the water in the heating cylinder to a temperature greater than or equal to a second preset temperature when the water temperature in the heating cylinder is less than or equal to a first preset temperature.

[0012] Further, the other end of the heating cylinder is provided with a first opening, and the heating assembly further comprises: a heat preservation assembly, the heat preservation assembly is used for heat preservation of the heating assembly and comprises: a base, an upper cover assembly and a connecting frame, the base is arranged at one end of the heating cylinder, the other end of the water outlet pipe penetrates through and extends out of the base, and the heating pipe is located between the heating cylinder and the base; the upper cover assembly is connected to the other end of the heating cylinder and covers the first opening, the second water inlet and the exhaust port are arranged on the upper cover assembly; one end of the connecting frame is connected to the base, and the other end of the connecting frame is connected to the upper cover assembly; wherein, the upper cover assembly is provided with a first accommodating cavity, the first accommodating cavity is provided with a first heat preservation layer, and the connecting frame and the base form a second accommodating cavity with the heating cylinder, and the second accommodating cavity is provided with a second heat preservation layer.

[0013] Furthermore, the water tank is provided with an air inlet and also includes a heating steam self-circulation absorption component. The heating steam self-circulation absorption component is used to connect the heating tank and the water tank, and discharges the heating steam generated by the heating tank into the water tank. It includes an exhaust pipe, an air inlet pipe, a three-way valve, and a duckbill one-way valve. One end of the exhaust pipe is connected to the exhaust port, and one end of the air inlet pipe is connected to the air inlet. The three-way valve includes a first interface, a second interface, and a third interface. The first interface is connected to the other end of the exhaust pipe, the second interface is connected to the air inlet pipe, and the other end of the duckbill one-way valve is connected to the third interface. The duckbill one-way valve opens when the internal air pressure of the heating tank and the water tank is lower than the preset air pressure, and closes when the internal air pressure of the heating tank and the water tank is higher than or equal to the preset air pressure.

[0014] Furthermore, the water outlet assembly includes: a water outlet pump, a water outlet panel device, and a third water outlet. One end of the water outlet pump is connected to the other end of the water outlet pipe and is used to pump out water from the heating tank. The water outlet panel device is disposed on one side of the water storage assembly and is used to control the water outlet pump to dispense water. The third water outlet is connected to the other end of the water outlet pump and is disposed on the outer surface of the water outlet panel device.

[0015] Furthermore, the water outlet panel device includes: a housing and a control panel. The housing is disposed on one side of the water storage component, and the third water outlet penetrates the housing and is disposed on the outer side of the housing. The control panel is disposed on the outer side of the housing and is provided with a power switch, a temperature selection button, and a water outlet button. The inner side of the housing is provided with micro-touch switches corresponding to the power switch, temperature selection button, and water outlet button, respectively. The micro-touch switches are used to connect to the internal functional interface of the water dispenser. The power switch is used to control the water dispenser to turn on or off. The temperature selection button is used to select the temperature of the water dispensed by the heating component. The water outlet button is used to control the water dispensing component to dispense water or stop dispensing water.

[0016] Furthermore, the water replenishment component includes: a water replenishment pump and a liquid level sensor. The water replenishment pump is disposed on one side of the heating tank and is used to connect the first water outlet and the second water inlet, and to pump out water from the water tank. The liquid level sensor is disposed inside the heating tank and is used to detect the water level inside the heating tank. When the water level inside the heating tank is less than or equal to a first preset water level, the water replenishment pump is controlled to pump out water from the water tank to replenish water into the heating tank until the water level inside the heating tank is greater than or equal to a second preset water level.

[0017] Furthermore, the water injection assembly includes: a connecting pipe and a water injection device, one end of the connecting pipe being connected to a water tank; the water injection device includes a sliding pipe, a second opening and a plug, one end of the sliding pipe being slidably inserted into the connecting pipe, the second opening being disposed at the other end of the sliding pipe, and the plug being detachably connected to the second opening.

[0018] On the other hand, a method for water inlet and outlet of a water dispenser is provided, including: The water level in the heating tank is detected by a liquid level sensor. When the water level in the heating tank is less than or equal to a first preset water level, the water replenishment pump is controlled to pump water from the water tank to replenish the heating tank until the water level in the heating tank is greater than or equal to a second preset water level. The water temperature inside the heating tank is detected by a temperature sensor. When the water temperature inside the heating tank is less than or equal to a first preset temperature, the heating tube is controlled to heat the water until the water temperature inside the heating tank is greater than or equal to a second preset temperature.

[0019] This invention provides a water dispenser water inlet and outlet system and method. The system includes: a water storage component, a heating component, a water outlet component, a water replenishment component, and a water injection component. The water storage component stores water; the heating component heats the water inside; the water outlet component connects to the heating component and controls water dispensing from it; the water replenishment component connects to the water storage component and the heating component, detects the water level in the heating component, and controls the water storage component to replenish water when the heating component is low on water; the water injection component connects to the water storage component and injects water into it when it is low on water. By incorporating the water storage component and the water replenishment component, this invention enables the water dispenser to perform both water storage and automatic water replenishment functions, reducing the frequency of interaction between the water dispenser and external systems, achieving automatic water inlet and outlet, and simplifying operation. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings used in the following description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water dispenser's inlet and outlet system provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of a water dispenser from a first-view perspective, provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 Cross-sectional view AA provided for embodiments of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of a water dispenser from a second perspective, provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 Cross-sectional view BB provided for an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the water outlet panel device provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 7 Cross-sectional view CC provided for embodiments of the present invention; Figure 8 This is a structural schematic diagram of a water dispenser from a third-view perspective, provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 9 Cross-sectional view DD provided for embodiments of the present invention; Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water injection component provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 11 This is a flowchart illustrating a water dispenser water inlet / outlet method provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Explanation of the markings in the image: 1. Water storage assembly; 11. Water tank; 111. Air inlet; 12. First water inlet; 13. First water outlet; 14. Heating steam self-circulation absorption assembly; 141. Exhaust pipe; 142. Air inlet pipe; 143. T-joint; 144. Duckbill check valve; 145. First interface; 146. Second interface; 147. Third interface; 2. Heating assembly; 21. Heating tank; 22. Water outlet pipe; 23. Heating tube; 24. Temperature sensor; 25. Second water outlet; 26. Second water inlet; 27. Exhaust port; 28. First opening; 29. ​​Insulation assembly; 291. Base; 292. Top cover assembly; 293. Connecting frame; 294. First receiving cavity; 295. First insulation layer; 296. Second receiving cavity; 297. Second insulation layer; 3. Water outlet assembly; 31. Water outlet pump; 32. Water outlet panel device; 321. Housing; 322. Control panel; 323. Switch button; 324. Temperature selection button; 325. Water outlet button; 326. Micro-touch switch; 33. Third water outlet; 4. Water replenishment components; 41. Water replenishment pump; 42. Liquid level sensor; 5. Water injection assembly; 51. Connecting pipe; 52. Water injection device; 521. Sliding pipe; 522. Second opening; 523. Blockage. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of the present invention. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0024] It should be understood that, when used in this specification and the appended claims, the terms "comprising" and "including" indicate the presence of the described features, integrals, steps, operations, elements and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, components and / or collections thereof.

[0025] It should also be understood that the terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the invention. As used in this specification and the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0026] It should also be further understood that the term "and / or" as used in this specification and the appended claims refers to any combination of one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations, and includes such combinations.

[0027] Combination Figures 1-10 As shown, the present invention provides a water dispenser water inlet and outlet system, including: a water storage component 1, a heating component 2, a water outlet component 3, a water replenishment component 4, and a water injection component 5. The water storage component 1 is used to store water; the heating component 2 is used to heat the water in the heating component 2; the water outlet component 3 is used to connect to the heating component 2 and control the water to be discharged from the heating component 2; the water replenishment component 4 is used to connect the water storage component 1 and the heating component 2, and detect the water level in the heating component 2, and control the water storage component 1 to replenish water into the heating component 2 when the heating component 2 is short of water; the water injection component 5 is connected to the water storage component 1 and is used to inject water into the water storage component 1 when the water storage component 1 is short of water.

[0028] In this embodiment of the invention, by setting a water storage component 1 and a water replenishment component 4, the water dispenser itself can realize the functions of water storage and automatic water replenishment, reducing the frequency of interaction between the water dispenser and the outside world, realizing automatic water inlet and outlet of the water dispenser, and making operation simple.

[0029] Understandably, compared to the existing technology of using bottled water outside the water dispenser, connecting to a tap water pipe or a large water tank 11, or manually adding water, the water storage component 1 can extend the usage time of the water dispenser and facilitate its free movement. When the water replenishment component 4 detects that the heating component 2 is short of water, the water replenishment component 4 controls the water storage component 1 to replenish water into the heating component 2. When there is water in the water storage component 1, the water dispenser can achieve self-circulation without relying on an external water source.

[0030] Secondly, the heating component 2 heats the water inside, providing water at different temperatures for the water dispenser. The water outlet component 3 controls the water flow from the heating component 2. The water inlet component 5 replaces the traditional methods of using bottled water, connecting to a tap, or a large water tank 11, as well as manual water filling. The water inlet component 5 fills the water storage component 1 when it is low on water. Specifically, a sensor is installed inside the water storage component 1 to alert the user when it is low on water, prompting them to fill the water storage component 1 with water via the water inlet component 5. Alternatively, external water sources can automatically fill the water storage component 1 through the water inlet component 5.

[0031] In some embodiments, the water storage component 1 includes: a water tank 11, a first water inlet 12 and a first water outlet 13; the first water inlet 12 is disposed at the top of the water tank 11 and is used to connect to the water injection component 5; the first water outlet is disposed at the bottom of the water tank 11 and is used to connect to the heating component 2.

[0032] In this embodiment, the water tank 11 is used to store water. The first water inlet 12 is located at the top of the water tank 11 and is connected to the water injection component 5, which helps to inject water into the water storage component 1 through the water injection component 5 when the water storage component 1 is short of water. The first water outlet 13 is located at the bottom of the water tank 11 and is connected to the heating component 2, which helps the water replenishment component 4 to control the water storage component 1 to replenish water into the heating component 2 when it detects that the heating component 2 is short of water.

[0033] In some embodiments, the heating assembly 2 includes: a heating tank 21, a water outlet pipe 22, a heating tube 23, and a temperature sensor 24. One end of the heating tank 21 is provided with a second water outlet 25, and the other end is provided with a second water inlet 26 and a vent 27. The second water inlet 26 is used to connect to the first water outlet 13. One end of the water outlet pipe 22 is connected to the second water outlet 25, and the other end is connected to the water outlet assembly 3. The heating tube 23 is connected to the heating tank 21 and is used to heat the heating tank 21. The temperature sensor 24 is attached to the outside of the heating tank 21 and is used to detect the water temperature inside the heating tank 21. When the water temperature inside the heating tank 21 is less than or equal to a first preset temperature, the heating tube 23 is controlled to heat the water temperature inside the heating tank 21 to be greater than or equal to the second preset temperature.

[0034] In this embodiment, the heating tank 21 is provided with a second water outlet 25, a second water inlet 26, and an exhaust port 27. The second water outlet 25 is connected to the water outlet assembly 3 via a water outlet pipe 22, facilitating normal water dispensing from the water dispenser. The second water inlet 26 is connected to the first water outlet 13, enabling the water replenishment assembly 4 to control the water tank 11 to open the first water outlet 13 and replenish water into the heating tank 21 through the second water inlet 26 when the heating tank 21 is detected to be low on water. The temperature sensor 24 is used to detect the water temperature inside the heating tank 21, helping to promptly control the heating tube 23 to heat the water inside the heating tank 21, thereby ensuring the water temperature inside the heating tank 21. The first preset temperature is lower than the second preset temperature; that is, when the water temperature inside the heating tank 21 drops to the first preset temperature, the temperature sensor 24 controls the heating tube 23 to heat the water inside the heating tank 21 until the water temperature reaches the second preset temperature. It is understood that both the first and second preset temperatures are adjustable, and users can set them according to their needs.

[0035] In some embodiments, the heating element 21 has a first opening 28 at the other end. The heating assembly 2 further includes a heat preservation assembly 29, which is used to preserve the heat of the heating assembly 2. The heat preservation assembly 29 includes a base 291, a top cover assembly 292, and a connecting frame 293. The base 291 is disposed at one end of the heating element 21, and the other end of the water outlet pipe 22 passes through and extends out of the base 291. The heating pipe 23 is located between the heating element 21 and the base 291. The top cover assembly 292 is connected to the other end of the heating element 21 and covers the first opening 28. The second water inlet 26 and the exhaust port 27 are opened on the top cover assembly 292. One end of the connecting frame 293 is connected to the base 291, and the other end is connected to the top cover assembly 292. The top cover assembly 292 has a first receiving cavity 294, and a first heat preservation layer 295 is disposed in the first receiving cavity 294. A second receiving cavity 296 is formed between the connecting frame 293, the base 291, and the heating element 21. A second heat preservation layer 297 is disposed in the second receiving cavity 296.

[0036] In this embodiment, the heating tank 21 is provided with a first opening 28, and a second water inlet 26 and an exhaust outlet 27 are provided on the upper cover assembly 292, which helps the heating tank 21 to enter and exit water and exhaust air, so that the heating tank 21 can work normally. The heating tube 23 is used to heat the heating tank 21, and the heating tube 23 is located between the heating tank 21 and the base 291, which can prevent heat loss. Understandably, the upper cover assembly 292 and the base 291 are connected together by the connecting frame 293, sealing the heating element 21 between the upper cover assembly 292 and the base 291, thus achieving a sealing effect on the heating element 21. The upper cover assembly 292 and the base 291 form a structure similar to a thermos cup, which can effectively keep the heating element 21 warm. Moreover, a first insulation layer 295 is provided in the first receiving cavity 294 formed by the upper cover assembly 292, and a second insulation layer 297 is provided in the second receiving cavity 296 formed between the connecting frame 293, the base 291, and the heating element 21, forming an insulation layer similar to a thermos cup. Insulation material is filled in the first insulation layer 295 and the second insulation layer 297, further sealing and keeping the heating element 21 warm, so that the heating element 21 has a good heat preservation effect and does not need to be heated frequently.

[0037] In some embodiments, the water tank 11 is provided with an air inlet 111, and further includes a heating steam self-circulation absorption assembly 14. The heating steam self-circulation absorption assembly 14 is used to connect the heating tank 21 and the water tank 11, and to discharge the heating steam generated by the heating tank 21 into the water tank 11. It includes an exhaust pipe 141, an air inlet pipe 142, a three-way valve 143, and a duckbill one-way valve 144. One end of the exhaust pipe 141 is connected to the exhaust port 27, one end of the air inlet pipe 142 is connected to the air inlet 111, and the three-way valve 143... It includes a first interface 145, a second interface 146, and a third interface 147. The first interface 145 is connected to the other end of the exhaust pipe 141, the second interface 146 is connected to the intake pipe 142, and the other end of the duckbill one-way valve 144 is connected to the third interface 147. When the internal air pressure of the heating tank 21 and the water tank 11 is lower than the preset air pressure, the duckbill one-way valve 144 is opened, and when the internal air pressure of the heating tank 21 and the water tank 11 is higher than or equal to the preset air pressure, the duckbill one-way valve 144 is closed.

[0038] In this embodiment, firstly, the heating tank 21 and the water tank 11 are connected through the exhaust pipe 141, the three-way valve 143, and the air inlet pipe 142. Because the temperature inside the water tank 11 is low, the high-temperature steam generated by the heating tank 21 condenses into liquid upon reaching the water tank 11, thereby reducing the air pressure inside the heating tank 21. Secondly, when excessive liquid is consumed from the heating tank 21, the internal air pressure of the heating tank 21 and the water tank 11 gradually decreases. If the internal air pressure of the heating tank 21 and the water tank 11 falls below atmospheric pressure, there is a risk of them collapsing. The duckbill one-way valve 144 opens when the internal air pressure of the heating tank 21 and the water tank 11 falls below a preset pressure, allowing air to enter the heating tank 21 and the water tank 11, thus balancing the internal air pressure of the heating tank 21 and the water tank 11 with atmospheric pressure, thereby protecting the heating tank 21 and the water tank 11. The heating steam self-circulation absorption device as a whole achieves heating steam self-circulation absorption, solving the problem of existing water dispensers' exhaust causing inconvenience to the driver's cab or poor exhaust performance.

[0039] It is understandable that the water tank 11 has two states: with water and without water. When there is water in the water tank 11, since the water in the water tank 11 is at room temperature, the high-temperature steam generated by the heating tank 21 condenses into liquid after heat transfer when it reaches the water tank 11, thereby reducing the air pressure inside the heating tank 21. When there is no water in the water tank 11, since the water tank 11 has a much larger capacity than the heating tank 21, it is sufficient to hold a large amount of water vapor, thereby ensuring that the air pressure inside the heating tank 21 will not be too high.

[0040] In some embodiments, the water outlet assembly 3 includes: a water outlet pump 31, a water outlet panel device 32, and a third water outlet 33. One end of the water outlet pump 31 is connected to the other end of the water outlet pipe 22 and is used to pump out water from the heating tank 21. The water outlet panel device 32 is disposed on one side of the water storage assembly 1 and is used to control the water outlet pump 31 to output water. The third water outlet 33 is connected to the other end of the water outlet pump 31 and is disposed on the outer side of the water outlet panel device 32.

[0041] In this embodiment, the water pump 31 is used to pump water from the heating tank 21 when the water outlet panel device 32 controls the water dispenser to dispense water. The water in the heating tank 21 flows out through the third water outlet 33, thereby realizing the water dispenser's dispensing of water. The third water outlet 33 is located on the outer surface of the water outlet panel device 32, which helps the user to collect water. The water dispensing principle of the water pump 31 is driven by a prime mover, such as an electric motor, which converts mechanical energy into liquid energy, thereby realizing the lifting and transportation of liquid. This involves the coordinated work of multiple components inside the water pump 31, including the impeller, pump casing, shaft, and bearings, which together constitute the complete working system of the water pump 31.

[0042] In some embodiments, the water outlet panel device 32 includes: a housing 321 and a control panel 322. The housing 321 is disposed on one side of the water storage component 1, and a third water outlet 33 penetrates the housing 321 and is disposed on the outer side of the housing 321. The control panel 322 is disposed on the outer side of the housing 321, and the control panel 322 is provided with a switch button 323, a temperature selection button 324 and a water outlet button 325. The inner side of the housing 321 is provided with micro-touch switches 326 corresponding to the switch button 323, the temperature selection button 324 and the water outlet button 325 respectively. The micro-touch switches 326 are used to connect to the internal functional interface of the water dispenser. The switch button 323 is used to control the water dispenser to turn on or off. The temperature selection button 324 is used to select the temperature of the water outlet from the heating component 2. The water outlet button 325 is used to control the water outlet component 3 to dispense water or stop dispensing water.

[0043] In this embodiment, the water temperature of the water dispenser is selected by a single temperature selection button 324, replacing the hot water button, warm water button and cold water button on the existing water dispenser panel. This controls the water dispenser to dispense hot, warm or cold water. Compared with the existing water dispenser panel, which has too many buttons and makes the panel more cluttered, this improves the user experience.

[0044] It is understood that the housing 321 includes an outer side and an opposite inner side. The user can directly touch the outer side, while the inner side faces the water dispenser body. The micro-touch switch 326 is used to connect to the internal functional interface of the water dispenser. When the switch button 323, temperature selection button 324, and water dispensing button 325 are touched, the corresponding micro-touch switch 326 is activated, thereby controlling the water dispenser to achieve different functions. The third water outlet 33 is used for dispensing water. The third water outlet 33 penetrates through the housing 321 and is located on the outer side of the housing 321, which helps the water inside the water dispenser to be dispensed from the third water outlet 33. Among them, the switch button 323 is used to control the water dispenser to turn on or off, and the water dispensing button 325 is used to control the water dispenser to dispense water or stop water dispensing. These are commonly used function buttons for water dispensers, which are convenient and practical.

[0045] In some embodiments, the temperature selection button 324 includes a first state, a second state, and a third state; when the temperature selection button 324 is in the first state, the micro-touch switch 326 corresponding to the temperature selection button 324 is used to control the third water outlet 33 to output water at the first temperature; when the temperature selection button 324 is in the second state, the micro-touch switch 326 corresponding to the temperature selection button 324 is used to control the third water outlet 33 to output water at the second temperature; when the temperature selection button 324 is in the third state, the micro-touch switch 326 corresponding to the temperature selection button 324 is used to control the third water outlet 33 to output water at the third temperature.

[0046] In this embodiment, the temperature selection button 324 includes a first state, a second state, and a third state. The temperature of the water dispensed by the water dispenser can be selected through the three different states of the temperature selection button 324, which replaces the cold water button, hot water button, and warm water button on the existing water dispenser panel. This controls the water dispenser to dispense water at the first, second, and third temperatures. The first, second, and third temperatures can be adjusted to cold water, warm water, and hot water respectively, which solves the problem of the existing water dispenser panel being too cluttered due to the large number of buttons.

[0047] It is understood that the water dispenser includes a water tank 11 and a heating element 21, as well as a mixing valve (not shown) located between the water tank 11 and the heating element 21. Both the water tank 11 and the heating element 21 are connected to a third water outlet 33. When the temperature selection button 324 is in different states, the mixing valve is in different open and closed states. For example, when the water dispenser dispenses cold water, the mixing valve is closed, and water from the water tank 11 flows to the third water outlet 33. When the water dispenser dispenses hot water, the mixing valve is closed, and water from the heating element 21 flows to the third water outlet 33. When the water dispenser dispenses warm water, the mixing valve is open, and water from the water tank 11 and the heating element 21 flows out simultaneously and then through the mixing valve to the third water outlet 33. After the cold water and hot water are mixed, warm water flows out from the third water outlet 33.

[0048] The three states of the temperature selection button 324 can be changed in the following ways: In one specific embodiment, the temperature selection button 324 is a push-button type. The first state is when the temperature selection button 324 is not pressed; the second state is when the temperature selection button 324 is pressed once; and the third state is when the temperature selection button 324 is pressed twice. The micro-touch switch 326 corresponding to the temperature selection button 324 corresponds to the function interface for the first temperature when the temperature selection button 324 is not pressed, the function interface for the second temperature when the temperature selection button 324 is pressed once, and the function interface for the third temperature when the temperature selection button 324 is pressed twice. In a more specific embodiment, the second temperature is higher than the first temperature, and the third temperature is higher than the second temperature. As the temperature selection button 324 is pressed deeper, the temperature of the water exiting the third outlet 33 gradually increases, helping to prevent accidental scalding from directly dispensing hot water. The push-button type reduces the occurrence of accidental or multiple presses, making it safer and more reliable.

[0049] In another specific embodiment, the temperature selection button 324 is a touch-sensitive button. The first state is when the temperature selection button 324 is not touched; the second state is when the temperature selection button 324 is touched once; and the third state is when the temperature selection button 324 is touched twice. The micro-switch 326 corresponding to the temperature selection button 324 corresponds to the function interface for the first temperature when the temperature selection button 324 is not touched, the function interface for the second temperature when the temperature selection button 324 is touched once, and the function interface for the third temperature when the temperature selection button 324 is touched twice. In a more specific embodiment, the control panel 322 is a touch screen, and the switch button 323, the temperature selection button 324, and the water dispensing button 325 are disposed on the control panel 322. Touch-sensitive buttons are quick and convenient to operate, and can rapidly change the three states of the temperature selection button 324.

[0050] In some embodiments, the water replenishment component 4 includes a water replenishment pump 41 and a liquid level sensor 42. The water replenishment pump 41 is disposed on one side of the heating tank 21 and is used to connect the first water outlet 13 and the second water inlet 26, and to pump water out of the water tank 11. The liquid level sensor 42 is disposed inside the heating tank 21 and is used to detect the water level inside the heating tank 21. When the water level inside the heating tank 21 is less than or equal to the first preset water level, the water replenishment pump 41 is controlled to pump water out of the water tank 11 to replenish the heating tank 21 until the water level inside the heating tank 21 is greater than or equal to the second preset water level.

[0051] In this embodiment, the liquid level sensor 42 is used to detect the liquid level inside the heating tank 21. When the liquid level sensor 42 detects that the heating tank 21 is short of water, the water replenishment pump 41 pumps water from the water tank 11 through the first outlet 13 and into the heating tank 21 through the second inlet 26, replenishing the heating tank 21 in a timely manner. When there is water in the water tank 11, the water dispenser can achieve self-circulation without relying on an external water source. The second preset water level is higher than the first preset water level, and the first and second preset water levels are set according to the actual application scenario of the heating tank 21. Specifically, one end of the liquid level sensor 42 faces one end of the heating tank 21, so that it can accurately detect the liquid level even when the heating tank 21 is short of water and feed the information back to the outside world, which helps to add liquid to the heating tank 21 in a timely manner and prevent damage to the heating tank 21 due to insufficient liquid inside.

[0052] In some embodiments, the water injection assembly 5 includes a connecting pipe 51 and a water injection device 52, one end of the connecting pipe 51 being connected to a water tank 11; the water injection device 52 includes a sliding pipe 521, a second opening 522 and a plug 523, one end of the sliding pipe 521 being slidably inserted into the connecting pipe 51, the second opening 522 being disposed at the other end of the sliding pipe 521, and the plug 523 being detachably connected to the second opening 522.

[0053] In this embodiment, the sliding tube 521 is slidably connected to the connecting tube 51, enabling the sliding tube 521 to be pulled out. The connecting tube 51 connects to the water tank 11. The sliding tube 521 is provided with a second opening 522 for water injection. When water is injected into the water tank 11, the sliding tube 521 is pulled out, and the plug 523 is removed from the second opening 522 to open the second opening 522. Water is injected into the water tank 11 through the second opening 522. After water injection is completed, the plug 523 is connected to the second opening 522, and the sliding tube 521 is pushed back into the connecting tube 51 to reset.

[0054] Understandable, Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the water injection component 5 when the water tank 11 is not filled with water. Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water injection component 5, which pulls out the sliding tube 521 when water is injected into the water tank 11. Since neither the sliding tube 521 nor the connecting tube 51 is folded and is not a flexible tube, there is no water accumulation when water is injected into the water tank 11. The sliding tube 521 is easy to pull out, which shortens the water injection time. Moreover, when water is not needed in the water tank 11, the sliding tube 521 is inserted into the connecting tube 51. When water is needed in the water tank 11, only the sliding tube 521 needs to be pulled out, which ensures that the water injection component 5 is not prone to interference with other functional components.

[0055] Combination Figure 11 As shown, the present invention also provides a method for water inlet and outlet of a water dispenser, including steps S10 to S20: S10. The water level in the heating tank 21 is detected by the liquid level sensor 42. When the water level in the heating tank 21 is less than or equal to the first preset water level, the water replenishment pump 41 is controlled to pump water out of the water tank 11 to replenish the water in the heating tank 21 until the water level in the heating tank 21 is greater than or equal to the second preset water level. S20. The water temperature inside the heating tank 21 is detected by the temperature sensor 24. When the water temperature inside the heating tank 21 is less than or equal to the first preset temperature, the heating tube 23 is controlled to heat the water until the water temperature inside the heating tank 21 is greater than or equal to the second preset temperature.

[0056] In this embodiment of the invention, the liquid level sensor 42 is used to detect the liquid level in the heating tank 21. When the liquid level sensor 42 detects that the heating tank 21 is short of water, the water replenishment pump 41 pumps water from the water tank 11 into the heating tank 21 to replenish the heating tank 21 in time. When there is water in the water tank 11, the water dispenser can achieve self-circulation without relying on an external water source. The temperature sensor 24 is used to detect the water temperature inside the heating tank 21, which helps to control the heating tube 23 to turn on in time to heat the water inside the heating tank 21, thereby ensuring that the water temperature from the heating tank 21 meets the needs of the drinker.

[0057] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can easily conceive of various equivalent modifications or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention, and these modifications or substitutions should all be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A water dispenser inlet and outlet system, characterized in that, include: A water storage component, wherein the water storage component is used for storing water; A heating assembly for heating water within the heating assembly; A water outlet assembly, which is used to connect to the heating assembly and control the water outlet of the heating assembly; A water replenishment component is provided, which connects the water storage component and the heating component, detects the water level in the heating component, and controls the water storage component to replenish water into the heating component when the heating component is short of water. A water injection component, which is connected to a water storage component, is used to inject water into the water storage component when the water storage component is short of water.

2. The water dispenser inlet and outlet system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water storage component includes: Water tank; The first water inlet is located at the top of the water tank and is used to connect to the water injection assembly; The first water outlet is located at the bottom of the water tank and is used to connect to the heating component.

3. The water dispenser inlet and outlet system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The heating component includes: A heating element, wherein a second water outlet is provided at one end of the heating element and a second water inlet and an exhaust outlet are provided at the other end, and the second water inlet is used to connect to the first water outlet; A water outlet pipe, one end of which is connected to the second water outlet, and the other end of which is connected to the water outlet assembly; A heating element, connected to the heating chamber, is used to heat the heating chamber; A temperature sensor is attached to the outside of the heating tank to detect the water temperature inside the heating tank. When the water temperature inside the heating tank is less than or equal to a first preset temperature, the heating tube is controlled to heat the water until the water temperature inside the heating tank is greater than or equal to a second preset temperature.

4. The water dispenser inlet and outlet system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The heating element has a first opening at its other end, and the heating assembly further includes: A heat preservation component, used for heat preservation of the heating component, includes: a base, a top cover component, and a connecting frame. The base is disposed at one end of the heating tank, and the other end of the water outlet pipe passes through and extends out of the base. The heating pipe is located between the heating tank and the base. The top cover component is connected to the other end of the heating tank and covers the first opening. The second water inlet and the exhaust port are opened on the top cover component. One end of the connecting frame is connected to the base, and the other end is connected to the top cover component. The upper cover assembly has a first receiving cavity, and a first heat insulation layer is provided in the first receiving cavity. A second receiving cavity is formed between the connecting frame, the base, and the heating element, and a second heat insulation layer is provided in the second receiving cavity.

5. The water dispenser inlet and outlet system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The water tank is equipped with an air inlet and also includes: A self-circulating heating steam absorption assembly is used to connect the heating tank and the water tank, and to discharge the heating steam generated by the heating tank into the water tank. The assembly includes: an exhaust pipe, an inlet pipe, a tee, and a duckbill one-way valve. One end of the exhaust pipe is connected to the exhaust port, and one end of the inlet pipe is connected to the inlet port. The tee includes a first interface, a second interface, and a third interface. The first interface is connected to the other end of the exhaust pipe, the second interface is connected to the inlet pipe, and the duckbill one-way valve is connected to the third interface at the other end. Specifically, when the internal air pressure of the heating tank and water tank is lower than the preset air pressure, the duckbill one-way valve opens; when the internal air pressure of the heating tank and water tank is higher than or equal to the preset air pressure, the duckbill one-way valve closes.

6. The water dispenser inlet and outlet system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The water outlet assembly includes: A water pump, one end of which is connected to the other end of the water outlet pipe, is used to pump out water from the heating tank. A water outlet panel device is disposed on one side of the water storage component and is used to control the water outlet pump to discharge water; The third water outlet is connected to the other end of the water pump and is located on the outer side of the water outlet panel device.

7. The water dispenser inlet and outlet system according to claim 6, characterized in that, The water outlet panel device includes: A housing, wherein the housing is disposed on one side of the water storage component, and the third water outlet penetrates the housing and is disposed on the outer side of the housing; The control panel is located on the outer surface of the housing and includes a power switch, a temperature selection button, and a water dispensing button. Micro-touch switches, corresponding to the power switch, temperature selection button, and water dispensing button, are located on the inner surface of the housing. These micro-touch switches connect to the internal functional interfaces of the water dispenser. The power switch controls the water dispenser to turn on or off, the temperature selection button selects the temperature of the water dispensed from the heating element, and the water dispensing button controls whether the water dispensing element dispenses water or stops dispensing water.

8. The water dispenser inlet and outlet system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The water replenishment component includes: A water supply pump is installed on one side of the heating tank, which is used to connect the first water outlet and the second water inlet, and to pump out the water in the water tank; A liquid level sensor is installed inside the heating tank to detect the water level inside the heating tank. When the water level inside the heating tank is less than or equal to a first preset water level, the water replenishment pump is controlled to pump water from the water tank to replenish the heating tank until the water level inside the heating tank is greater than or equal to a second preset water level.

9. The water dispenser inlet and outlet system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The water injection assembly includes: A connecting pipe, one end of which is connected to a water tank; The water injection device includes a sliding tube, a second opening, and a plug. One end of the sliding tube is slidably inserted into the connecting tube, the second opening is located at the other end of the sliding tube, and the plug is detachably connected to the second opening.

10. A method for water inlet and outlet in a water dispenser, characterized in that, include: The water level in the heating tank is detected by a liquid level sensor. When the water level in the heating tank is less than or equal to a first preset water level, the water replenishment pump is controlled to pump water from the water tank to replenish the heating tank until the water level in the heating tank is greater than or equal to a second preset water level. The water temperature inside the heating tank is detected by a temperature sensor. When the water temperature inside the heating tank is less than or equal to a first preset temperature, the heating tube is controlled to heat the water until the water temperature inside the heating tank is greater than or equal to a second preset temperature.

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