Washing machine connecting device and washing machine

Abstract

The washing machine connecting device comprises a left connecting support, a right connecting support and a middle connecting support installed between the left connecting support and the right connecting support, and the left connecting support and the right connecting support are a pair of structural assemblies which are in mirror symmetry. The upper surfaces of the two tail ends of the left connecting support and the right connecting support in the length direction are sunken downwards to form nest bases, and the nest base close to the middle connecting support is in a step shape. According to the washing machine connecting support, scratching between the bottom feet and the mounting face can be avoided, and meanwhile the bottom feet are hidden to beautify the appearance; meanwhile, the supporting frame has higher adaptability and stability and is also used for bearing the MINI washing machine, and safe operation of the MINI washing machine in a dynamic environment is ensured.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the field of laundry machine accessory technology, in particular to a laundry machine connecting device and laundry machine. BACKGROUND

[0002] With the continuous improvement of people's living standards, the laundry machine market continues to flourish, and the product categories are increasingly rich. However, the current mainstream MINI laundry machine generally adopts the installation method of being directly stacked on the top of a large laundry machine or a cabinet / countertop. This installation method has significant defects: the bottom feet are prone to friction and scratching with the bearing surface during high-speed operation (especially during the dehydration stage), which can cause scratches on the lower large laundry machine or cabinet that are difficult to repair, affecting the appearance and service life. At the same time, due to the lack of effective fixing or limiting design, the whole machine is prone to unintended sliding or even displacement under severe vibration, which can cause falling risks and safety hazards. In addition, the exposed bottom foot structure is often designed simply and coarsely, which is visually rough and incongruous with the modern home environment, seriously affecting the overall aesthetics.

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to improve the prior art to solve the problems of the prior art. SUMMARY

[0004] The present application is to provide a laundry machine connecting device and laundry machine to solve the problems of the prior art.

[0005] The present application adopts the following technical scheme: a laundry machine connecting device, comprising a left connecting bracket, a right connecting bracket, and a middle connecting bracket installed between the left connecting bracket and the right connecting bracket, the left connecting bracket and the right connecting bracket are a pair of mirror-symmetric structural components, the upper surfaces of the two ends of the left connecting bracket and the right connecting bracket in the length direction are respectively recessed to form a nest, and the nest near the middle connecting bracket is stepped.

[0006] Further, a groove is formed on the lower surface of the left connecting bracket and the right connecting bracket opposite to the nest, and a rubber pad is embedded in the groove.

[0007] Further, two 3M tapes are arranged on the lower surface of the left connecting bracket and the right connecting bracket, which are spaced apart and extend along the length direction of the left connecting bracket and the right connecting bracket.

[0008] Further, the two 3M tapes are arranged on the inner and outer edges of the lower surface of the left connecting bracket and the right connecting bracket, respectively.

[0009] Further, the adhesive surface of the 3M tape on the inner side is higher than that of the 3M tape on the outer side.

[0010] Further, guiding grooves are formed on the surfaces of the left and right connecting brackets where the middle connecting bracket is installed, and a buckle structure is formed on the middle connecting bracket opposite to the guiding grooves, so that the middle connecting bracket is installed on the left and right connecting brackets through the cooperation of the buckle structure and the guiding grooves.

[0011] Further, a plurality of spaced-apart U-shaped holes are formed in the regions of the left and right connecting brackets between the two 3M tapes, and screws are installed in the U-shaped holes.

[0012] Further, a plurality of spaced-apart shallow grooves are formed in the upper surface of the middle connecting bracket.

[0013] Further, two spaced-apart deep holes are formed in the lower surface of the middle connecting bracket, and a sponge strip is attached to the region between the two deep holes.

[0014] The washing machine connecting device of the present application also adopts the following technical scheme: a washing machine comprising the washing machine connecting device of any one of the preceding aspects.

[0015] The washing machine connecting bracket of the present application has the following beneficial effects: the washing machine connecting bracket can solve the scratch between the bottom foot and the installation surface, and hide the bottom foot to beautify the appearance; at the same time, the present application has stronger adaptability and stability, and can also be used to carry a MINI washing machine to ensure the safe operation of the washing machine in a dynamic environment. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0016] Figure 1 The figure is a schematic diagram of the washing machine connecting device of the present application.

[0017] Figure 2 The figure is a schematic diagram of the left and right connecting brackets.

[0018] Figure 3 The figure is a schematic diagram of the middle connecting bracket.

[0019] Figure 4 The figure is another schematic diagram of the middle connecting bracket.

[0020] Figure 5 The figure is a schematic diagram of the middle connecting bracket installed on the washing machine below.

[0021] Figure 6 The figure is a schematic diagram of the washing machine connecting device of the present application installed on the washing machine below.

[0022] Figure 7 The figure is a schematic diagram of the washing machine of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The present application will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0024] This invention relates to a washing machine connection device, comprising a left connecting bracket 1, a right connecting bracket 2, and a middle connecting bracket 3 installed between the left connecting bracket 1 and the right connecting bracket 2. The left connecting bracket 1 and the right connecting bracket 2 are a pair of mirror-symmetrical structural components. The upper surfaces of the two ends of the left connecting bracket 1 and the right connecting bracket 2 along their length direction are respectively recessed downwards to form recesses 10, wherein the recess 10 near the middle connecting bracket 3 is stepped. The washing machine's adjusting feet are installed in the recesses 10, thereby effectively limiting the relative position of the washing machine within the left connecting bracket 1 and the right connecting bracket 2, ensuring installation stability. By designing the recess 10 near the middle connecting bracket 3 as stepped, when the middle connecting bracket 3 is removed, the stepped recess 10 provides a crucial operating channel, allowing the user to insert a wrench through the gap in the step into the recess to directly operate the adjusting feet to conveniently adjust the overall height or pitch angle (leveling) of the washing machine, significantly improving the maintainability and leveling convenience of the washing machine.

[0025] The lower surfaces of the left connecting bracket 1 and the right connecting bracket 2 have grooves (not shown) opposite to the recess 10. Rubber pads 4 are embedded in the grooves. Since the recess on the upper surface directly bears and transmits the weight of the entire machine borne by the washing machine's adjusting feet, rubber pads are provided at the corresponding positions on the lower surface recess to achieve two key functions: (1) to provide precise and stable support for the load transmitted here; and (2) to effectively absorb and buffer the vibration and impact energy generated when the washing machine is running or moving, thereby significantly improving the stability of the equipment's operation and reducing noise.

[0026] Both the left connecting bracket 1 and the right connecting bracket 2 have two spaced-apart strips of 3M adhesive tape 5 extending along their lengths. These two strips are positioned along the inner and outer edges of the lower surfaces of the left and right connecting brackets, respectively. The inner tape's adhesive surface is a few millimeters higher than the outer tape's. This design is primarily to accommodate the top cover structure of most large washing machines on the market. Such top covers typically consist of a central wooden core and an outer plastic edging, with the plastic edging generally higher than the wooden core. This design also offers good compatibility. If the washing machine top cover is a completely flat wooden panel (without plastic edging), the user can simply tear it open and use the inner tape for adhesion, achieving a reliable fixation.

[0027] Guide grooves 6 are formed on the surfaces of the left connecting bracket 1 and the right connecting bracket 2 that are installed with the middle connecting bracket 3. A snap-fit ​​structure 33 is formed on the middle connecting bracket 3 at the position opposite to the guide groove 6. The snap-fit ​​structure 33 cooperates with the guide groove 6 to achieve accurate installation of the middle connecting bracket 3 with the left connecting bracket 1 and the right connecting bracket 2, thus achieving installation without adjustment.

[0028] Several spaced U-shaped holes 7 are formed in the area between the two strips of 3M adhesive tape 5 on the left connecting bracket 1 and the right connecting bracket 2. These U-shaped holes 7 provide users with a second installation option besides 3M adhesive bonding: screw fastening. Users can directly use screws through these U-shaped holes 7 to securely install the left connecting bracket 1 and the right connecting bracket 2 onto the large washing machine.

[0029] The upper surface of the middle connecting bracket 3 has several spaced shallow grooves 30. These grooves provide necessary clearance to prevent spatial interference between the middle connecting bracket 3 and the fixing screws at the bottom of the washing machine installed above it during assembly or operation, ensuring smooth and conflict-free installation. The lower surface of the middle connecting bracket 3 has two spaced deep holes 31, and a sponge strip 32 is adhered to the area between the two deep holes 31. The core function of this sponge strip 32 is to fill any potential installation gaps in this area, forming a physical barrier to prevent dust, impurities, and other foreign objects from entering the interior; it also eliminates visual gaps caused by these gaps, making the surface of the installed middle connecting bracket 3 appear continuous and flat with the washing machine, improving the overall aesthetics and cleanliness of the product; furthermore, due to its elasticity, the sponge strip 32 can buffer and absorb energy when the washing machine is subjected to vibration or impact, reducing any resulting abnormal noises or squeaks.

[0030] The washing machine connecting device of this invention first aligns the front end of the central connecting bracket 3 precisely with the reference surface of the front end of the washing machine located below, thus establishing a horizontal positioning reference for the central connecting bracket 3. Then, the 3M adhesive tape backing layer of the left connecting bracket 1 and right connecting bracket 2 is removed. Guided by the guide grooves 6 on the left and right connecting brackets 1 and 2 and the snap-fit ​​structure 33 on the central connecting bracket 3, the left and right connecting brackets 1 and 2 are precisely pressed into the predetermined installation area of ​​the washing machine's top cover located below. Next, the central connecting bracket 3 is removed, and the washing machine body located above is placed on the left and right connecting brackets 1 and 2, ensuring that the four adjusting feet are embedded in their corresponding recesses. A wrench is inserted through the operating window formed by the stepped structure of the recesses to precisely adjust the height and tilt angle of the washing machine located above. Finally, relying on the elastic deformation characteristics of the snap-fit ​​structure 33, the central connecting bracket 3 is pressed in horizontally, achieving the overall installation of the washing machine.

[0031] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make several improvements without departing from the principle of the present invention, and these improvements should also be considered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A washing machine connecting device, characterized in that: It includes a left connecting bracket (1), a right connecting bracket (2), and a middle connecting bracket (3) installed between the left connecting bracket (1) and the right connecting bracket (2). The left connecting bracket (1) and the right connecting bracket (2) are a pair of mutually mirror-symmetrical structural components. The upper surfaces of the two ends of the left connecting bracket (1) and the right connecting bracket (2) in the length direction are respectively recessed downward to form a recess (10). The recess (10) near the middle connecting bracket (3) is stepped.

2. The washing machine connecting device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The lower surfaces of the left connecting bracket (1) and the right connecting bracket (2) are formed with grooves opposite to the socket (10), and rubber pads (4) are embedded in the grooves.

3. The washing machine connecting device as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The lower surfaces of the left connecting bracket (1) and the right connecting bracket (2) are provided with two spaced 3M tapes (5) that extend along the length of the left connecting bracket (1) and the right connecting bracket (2).

4. The washing machine connecting device as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The two 3M tapes (5) are respectively placed on the inner and outer edges of the lower surface of the left connecting bracket (1) and the right connecting bracket (2).

5. The washing machine connecting device as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The adhesive surface of the 3M tape (5) located on the inside is higher than that of the 3M tape (5) located on the outside.

6. The washing machine connecting device as described in claim 5, characterized in that: Guide grooves (6) are formed on the surfaces of the left connecting bracket (1) and the right connecting bracket (2) that are installed with the middle connecting bracket (3). A snap-fit ​​structure (33) is formed on the middle connecting bracket (3) at the position opposite to the guide groove (6). The middle connecting bracket (3) is installed with the left connecting bracket (1) and the right connecting bracket (2) by the cooperation of the snap-fit ​​structure (33) and the guide groove (6).

7. The washing machine connecting device as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The left connecting bracket (1) and the right connecting bracket (2) have several spaced U-shaped holes (7) in the area between the two 3M tapes (5), and screws are installed in the U-shaped holes (7).

8. The washing machine connecting device as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The upper surface of the connecting bracket (3) is provided with several spaced shallow grooves (30).

9. The washing machine connecting device as described in claim 8, characterized in that: Two spaced-apart deep holes (31) are formed on the lower surface of the connecting bracket (3), and a sponge strip (32) is pasted in the area between the two deep holes (31).

10. A washing machine, characterized in that: Includes the washing machine connection device as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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