Refrigerator control method, application program, device, refrigerator, medium and program product

Abstract

The invention relates to a refrigerator control method, an application program, a device, a refrigerator, a medium and a program product, and relates to the technical field of refrigerator control, the method comprises the steps that under the condition that a display area of the refrigerator displays first prompt information, a compressor of the refrigerator is controlled not to run, so that a refrigerant in a pipeline does not flow circularly; and under the condition that the first prompt information is displayed completely, the compressor is controlled to operate. When it is monitored that the first prompt information is displayed in the display area of the refrigerator, it is confirmed that the refrigerator is in the first mode, a compressor of the refrigerator can be controlled not to operate, so that a refrigerant in a pipeline does not flow circularly, and therefore the refrigerator can be connected to a power source to conduct power-on detection and function demonstration at the same time; and the compressor is prevented from being damaged due to the fact that the compressor works before the refrigerant of the compressor flows back, and the compressor can be controlled to operate normally under the condition that the first prompt information is displayed completely.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of refrigerator control technology, and in particular to a refrigerator control method, application program, device, refrigerator, medium, and program product. Background Technology

[0002] During the transportation of refrigerators, the refrigerant inside the compressor may easily leak out of the compressor and enter other pipes. Therefore, after transporting the refrigerator, it is necessary to let it stand for a period of time, that is, to place the refrigerator correctly and make sure the compressor is not working, in order to avoid direct power supply and damage to the refrigerator compressor.

[0003] In related technologies, the refrigerator is placed in a static state by disconnecting it from the power supply. However, in this case, the refrigerator cannot perform power-on testing or function demonstration. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To overcome the technical problems existing in related technologies, this disclosure provides a refrigerator control method, application program, device, refrigerator, medium, and program product. When the refrigerator's display area shows a first prompt message, it is confirmed that the refrigerator is in a first mode. The refrigerator's compressor can be controlled to not run, so that the refrigerant in the pipeline does not circulate. When the first prompt message ends, the compressor is controlled to run. In the first mode, keeping the refrigerator's compressor off to prevent refrigerant circulation allows for simultaneous power-on testing and functional demonstration, while preventing compressor damage caused by refrigerant not returning to its original position before operation. When the first prompt message ends, it is determined that the refrigerator has exited the first mode, and the compressor can be controlled to run normally.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present disclosure, a refrigerator control method is provided. The refrigerator includes a compressor compartment, a refrigeration system, and a storage area. The refrigeration system supplies cooling capacity to the storage area. The refrigeration system includes piping. A compressor is disposed in the compressor compartment. The compressor is used to drive the refrigerant in the piping to circulate. The method includes: When the first prompt message is displayed in the display area of ​​the refrigerator, the compressor of the refrigerator is controlled not to run, so that the refrigerant in the pipeline does not circulate. When the first prompt message ends, control the compressor to run.

[0006] In this embodiment, in the first mode, the refrigerator compressor is kept off so that the refrigerant in the pipes does not circulate. This allows the refrigerator to simultaneously perform power-on testing and function demonstration while being connected to a power source. It also prevents the compressor from being damaged if the refrigerant does not return before the compressor starts operating. Once the first prompt message is displayed, it is determined that the refrigerator has exited the first mode and the compressor can be controlled to operate normally.

[0007] In one possible implementation, when a first prompt message is displayed in the display area of ​​the refrigerator, at least one electrical component of the refrigerator is controlled to operate.

[0008] In this embodiment, when the first prompt information is displayed in the display area of ​​the refrigerator, it is determined that the refrigerator is in the first mode, and at least one other electrical component in the refrigerator other than the compressor can operate normally so that the refrigerator's functions can be demonstrated.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the other electrical components include a fan, damper, sensor, and controller, so as to enable a demonstration of the refrigerator's functions and to check whether the electrical components in the refrigerator, other than the compressor, are functioning properly.

[0010] In one possible implementation, in response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode, and the first prompt information is displayed in the refrigerator's display area; and / or In response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode, and the first prompt information is displayed on the terminal device; The first prompt message indicates that the refrigerator is in the first mode.

[0011] In this embodiment, when the refrigerator is connected to a power source, the refrigerator can be monitored in real time. If a preset operation is detected, the refrigerator can be controlled to enter a first mode in response to the preset operation. The first prompt information is displayed on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device to inform the user that the refrigerator is in the first mode. In the first mode, the refrigerator's compressor can be controlled not to work, thereby simultaneously satisfying the requirements of power-on detection and function demonstration when the refrigerator is connected to a power source, and avoiding compressor damage caused by the compressor starting to work before the refrigerant has returned.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the preset operation includes a preset trigger operation on the display screen of the terminal device.

[0013] In this embodiment, the refrigerator can be controlled to enter the first mode based on the user's preset trigger operation on the display screen of the terminal device, so as to realize remote control of the refrigerator through the terminal device.

[0014] In one possible implementation, the preset operation includes at least one of the following: Open the door; Trigger one or more preset function keys; Trigger the preset physical switch.

[0015] In this embodiment, the refrigerator can be triggered to enter the first mode by a preset single action or a combination of multiple actions, so that the user can actively control the refrigerator to enter the first mode through preset operations.

[0016] In one possible implementation, before controlling the refrigerator to enter a first mode in response to a preset operation, the method further includes: In response to the refrigerator being connected to a power source, the refrigerator's compressor is controlled to remain inactive for a first preset duration.

[0017] In this embodiment, when the refrigerator is detected to be connected to a power source, the refrigerator compressor can be controlled to not run for a first preset period of time in response to the refrigerator being connected to a power source, so as to avoid compressor damage caused by the compressor operating before the refrigerant oil or lubricating oil has flowed back.

[0018] In one possible implementation, controlling the refrigerator to enter a first mode in response to a preset operation includes: Within the first preset time period, in response to the preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the first mode.

[0019] In this embodiment, after the refrigerator is connected to the power supply, the preset operation that triggers the refrigerator to enter the first mode is also subject to a time limit. The preset operation needs to be detected within a first preset time period in order to trigger the refrigerator to enter the first mode, so as to avoid the refrigerator entering the first mode due to accidental operation by the user when using the refrigerator normally.

[0020] In one possible implementation, the first preset duration ranges from 1 second to 1 hour.

[0021] In this embodiment, a first preset time is reserved for the user to determine whether it is necessary to control the refrigerator to enter the first mode, so as to avoid damage to the compressor caused by the refrigerator compressor working directly after the refrigerator is connected to the power supply.

[0022] In one possible implementation, the first preset duration ranges from 5 seconds to 30 minutes.

[0023] In one possible implementation, the first preset duration ranges from 30 seconds to 5 minutes.

[0024] In one possible implementation, the first prompt message may take the form of a specific pattern and / or specific characters.

[0025] In this embodiment, the first prompt information can be displayed in the refrigerator's display area using specific patterns and / or specific characters, either by character display or pattern display, to inform the user that the refrigerator is currently in the first mode.

[0026] In one possible implementation, the first prompt message includes a countdown character, the countdown character representing the duration of the first mode's end; The step of controlling the refrigerator to enter a first mode in response to a preset operation and displaying the first prompt information in the refrigerator's display area; and / or controlling the refrigerator to enter a first mode in response to a preset operation and displaying the first prompt information on a terminal device includes: In response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode, and the countdown characters are displayed in the refrigerator's display area and / or on the terminal device.

[0027] In this embodiment, the first prompt information may include a countdown character, which can prompt the user that they are currently in the first mode and the duration of the first mode, that is, how long until the first mode ends.

[0028] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: When the countdown characters are displayed, in response to the adjustment operation, the content corresponding to the adjustment operation is displayed, and the countdown characters continue to be displayed after the adjustment is completed.

[0029] In this embodiment, while the countdown characters are displayed, the user can also perform other adjustment operations to demonstrate the function. The content corresponding to the adjustment operation can be displayed in the display area, and the countdown can continue to be displayed after the adjustment is completed. While displaying the content corresponding to the adjustment operation, the countdown can continue in the background to avoid the adjustment operation affecting the countdown.

[0030] In one possible implementation, displaying the countdown characters on the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator includes: The countdown characters are displayed in the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator in hours.

[0031] In this embodiment, the countdown characters are displayed in hours to make the display more concise.

[0032] In one possible implementation, displaying the countdown characters on the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator includes: The countdown characters are displayed in minutes on the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator, showing the time periods exceeding the maximum display value at the maximum display value, and the countdown characters are displayed in actual values ​​for the time periods less than or equal to the maximum display value.

[0033] In this embodiment, displaying the countdown characters in minutes makes the countdown more accurate. The time period exceeding the maximum display value is replaced by the maximum display value so as to maximize the indication to the user of the end time of the first mode.

[0034] In one possible implementation, displaying the countdown characters on the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator includes: The countdown characters are displayed in hours on the display area and / or terminal device for periods exceeding the second preset duration, and in minutes on the display area and / or terminal device for periods less than or equal to the second preset duration.

[0035] In this embodiment, the countdown characters can be displayed in a combination of hours and minutes. When the time exceeds the second preset duration, since there is still a long time, it can be simply represented in hours. For time periods less than or equal to the second preset duration, minutes can be displayed more accurately.

[0036] In one possible implementation, displaying the countdown characters on the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator includes: The countdown characters are displayed in the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator in alternating hours and minutes for a period of time exceeding a third preset duration, wherein the value displayed in hours and the adjacent value displayed in minutes together characterize the duration of the end of the first mode; The countdown characters are displayed in minutes on the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator for a time period that is less than or equal to the third preset duration.

[0037] In this embodiment, the countdown can be displayed more accurately by alternating between hours and minutes.

[0038] In one possible implementation, the display duration of the countdown characters is obtained based on a fourth preset duration, which represents the target resting time of the refrigerator.

[0039] In this embodiment, the countdown display duration can be obtained based on the fourth preset duration. That is, the fourth preset duration can be directly determined as the countdown display duration so as to ensure the target resting time required by the refrigerator, that is, to ensure the target duration during which the compressor does not work after the refrigerator is transported.

[0040] In one possible implementation, the display duration of the countdown characters is negatively correlated with the entry duration, where the entry duration is the time between the refrigerator being powered on and the refrigerator entering the first mode.

[0041] In this embodiment, since the compressor does not work during the time between the refrigerator being powered on and the refrigerator entering the first mode, the display duration of the countdown characters can also be related to the time between the refrigerator being powered on and the refrigerator entering the first mode. This relationship can be negatively correlated, that is, the longer the entry time, the shorter the display duration of the countdown characters, so as to avoid the entry time being too long and thus the display duration of the countdown characters being too long.

[0042] In one possible implementation, the display duration of the countdown characters is the difference between the fourth preset duration and the entry duration.

[0043] In this embodiment, the difference between the fourth preset duration and the entry duration can be directly determined as the display duration of the countdown character, so as to avoid the countdown character display duration being too long due to an excessively long entry duration.

[0044] In one possible implementation, the fourth preset duration is greater than or equal to 0.5 hours, which is used to allow the compressor refrigerant to flow back, reducing operational wear.

[0045] In this embodiment, the fourth preset duration is guaranteed to be greater than or equal to 0.5 hours, so that the refrigerant in the pipeline can be fully recirculated and the wear and tear during operation can be reduced.

[0046] In one possible implementation, the fourth preset duration ranges from 2 hours to 6 hours.

[0047] In this embodiment, the fourth preset time is set to a reasonable range, which allows the refrigerant in the pipeline to fully flow back through a longer settling time, and avoids the refrigerator from being left to stand for too long.

[0048] In one possible implementation, when the refrigerator is in the first mode and the refrigerator is connected to the terminal device, the first prompt message is displayed on the terminal device.

[0049] In this embodiment, when the refrigerator is in the first mode and the refrigerator and the terminal device are connected to the network, the refrigerator and the terminal device can cooperate to display a first prompt message on the terminal device so that the user can be notified that the refrigerator is in the first mode.

[0050] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: In response to the end of the first prompt message display, a second prompt message is displayed in the display area of ​​the refrigerator; and / or In response to the end of the first prompt message display, a second prompt message is displayed on the terminal device; The second prompt message indicates that the first mode has ended and the compressor has started running.

[0051] In this embodiment, when the first prompt message ends, a second prompt message can be displayed in the refrigerator's display area and / or on the terminal device to notify the user that the first mode has ended and the refrigerator has exited the first mode.

[0052] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: In response to the end of the first prompt message display, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the second mode; In the second mode, the compressor starts running.

[0053] In this embodiment, after the first prompt message is displayed and the refrigerator has been left to stand for a sufficient period of time, that is, the refrigerator compressor has been idle for a sufficient period of time and the refrigerant in the pipeline has been fully returned, the refrigerator can be controlled to enter the second mode. In the second mode, the compressor can operate normally and other electrical components can also operate normally.

[0054] In one possible implementation, the step of controlling the refrigerator to enter the second mode in response to the end of the first prompt message display includes: In response to the end of the first prompt message display, a confirmation control pops up in the display area; The refrigerator is controlled to enter the second mode based on the operation of the confirmation control.

[0055] In this embodiment, when exiting the first mode and entering the second mode, a confirmation control can be popped up to ask the user for confirmation, and the second mode can be entered only after the user confirms.

[0056] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: While the first prompt information is displayed in the display area of ​​the refrigerator, in response to the mode setting operation, the third mode corresponding to the mode setting operation is determined; In response to the end of the first prompt message display, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the third mode.

[0057] In this embodiment, the user can preset a third mode in which the refrigerator is expected to operate after exiting the first mode, so that the refrigerator can be controlled to enter the user's desired third mode after the first prompt message ends.

[0058] In one possible implementation, the third mode includes one of rapid cooling, ice making, and defrosting.

[0059] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: When the refrigerator enters the third mode, a third prompt message is displayed in the refrigerator's display area; and / or When the refrigerator enters the third mode, a third prompt message is displayed on the terminal device; The third prompt information indicates that the refrigerator is in the third mode.

[0060] In this embodiment, after the refrigerator enters the third mode, a third prompt message can also be displayed in the refrigerator's display area and / or on the terminal device to notify the user that the refrigerator is in the third mode.

[0061] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: If the power is interrupted or the first mode is manually exited and then re-entered, the countdown characters will be displayed based on the countdown time when the first mode was last exited.

[0062] In this embodiment, after a power outage or manual exit from the first mode, in order to avoid the first mode lasting for a long time due to the need to re-determine the countdown, the countdown can be made continuous, that is, the countdown characters will continue to be displayed from the countdown time at the last exit.

[0063] In one possible implementation, if the power is interrupted or the first mode is manually exited and then re-entered, the countdown characters are displayed again.

[0064] In this embodiment, after a power outage or manual exit from the first mode, in order to ensure that the compressor does not work for a sufficient period of time and that the compressor oil is fully returned, the countdown can be reset, that is, the countdown characters are displayed according to the reset countdown display duration.

[0065] In one possible implementation, in the first mode, at least one other electrical component in the refrigerator, other than the compressor, is functioning normally.

[0066] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: Receive instruction information sent by a terminal device, the instruction information being generated based on the user's control operations on associated applications on the terminal device; Control the refrigerator according to the instruction information.

[0067] In this embodiment, instruction information sent by the terminal device can also be received so as to control the refrigerator according to the instruction information, thereby enabling the user to remotely control the refrigerator based on the associated application.

[0068] In one possible implementation, the instruction information is used to control the refrigerator to perform at least one of the following functions: Control the refrigerator to enter or exit the first mode; Set the refrigerator's cooling operation mode; Set the refrigerator's cooling operating temperature.

[0069] In one possible implementation, the refrigerator can be configured for network connectivity when the compressor is not in operation.

[0070] In this embodiment, the refrigerator can connect to the network even when the compressor is not running, so as to connect to the terminal device and communicate with it.

[0071] According to a second aspect of the present disclosure, an application is provided for a terminal device that is communicatively connected to a refrigerator, the application being configured to execute the terminal device display portion of the refrigerator control method provided in the first aspect.

[0072] According to a third aspect of the present disclosure, a refrigerator control device is provided. The refrigerator includes a compressor compartment, a refrigeration system, and a storage area. The refrigeration system supplies cooling capacity to the storage area. The refrigeration system includes piping. A compressor is disposed in the compressor compartment. The compressor is used to drive the refrigerant in the piping to circulate. The device includes: The control module is configured to perform the refrigerator control method provided in the first aspect of this disclosure.

[0073] According to a fourth aspect of the present disclosure, an electronic device is provided, comprising: processor; Memory used to store processor-executable instructions; The processor is configured to execute the steps of the refrigerator control method provided in the first aspect of this disclosure.

[0074] According to a fifth aspect of the present disclosure, a computer-readable storage medium is provided that stores computer program instructions thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implement the steps of the refrigerator control method provided in the first aspect of the present disclosure.

[0075] According to a sixth aspect of the present disclosure, a computer program product is provided, including a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the steps of the refrigerator control method provided in the first aspect of the present disclosure.

[0076] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Attached Figure Description

[0077] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this disclosure.

[0078] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram illustrating an application scenario of a refrigerator control method according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0079] Figure 2 This is a flowchart illustrating a refrigerator control method according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0080] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a scenario in which relevant textual descriptions of the first mode are displayed on a terminal device, according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0081] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a first method for displaying countdown characters according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0082] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a second method for displaying countdown characters according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0083] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a third method for displaying countdown characters according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0084] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a fourth method for displaying countdown characters according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0085] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a scenario of displaying a pop-up prompt message according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0086] Figure 9 This is a block diagram illustrating a refrigerator control device according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0087] Figure 10 This is a block diagram illustrating a refrigerator according to an exemplary embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0088] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the following description relating to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numerals in different drawings denote the same or similar elements.

[0089] The embodiments described in the following examples of this disclosure are not representative of all embodiments consistent with this disclosure. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this disclosure as detailed in the appended claims.

[0090] It should be noted that all actions involving the acquisition of signals, information, or data in this disclosure are carried out in compliance with the relevant data protection laws and policies of the country where the location is situated, and with authorization from the owner of the relevant device.

[0091] During the transportation of refrigerators, refrigerant, such as compressor refrigeration oil or lubricating oil, may leak out of the compressor and enter other pipelines. Therefore, after transporting the refrigerator, it is necessary to let it stand for a period of time, that is, to place the refrigerator correctly and to keep the refrigerator compressor off, in order to avoid direct power supply and damage to the refrigerator compressor.

[0092] In related technologies, the refrigerator is placed in a static state by disconnecting it from the power supply. However, in this case, the refrigerator cannot perform power-on testing or function demonstration.

[0093] Based on the aforementioned technical problems, this disclosure provides a refrigerator control method, application program, device, refrigerator, medium, and program product. When the refrigerator's display area shows a first prompt message, it is confirmed that the refrigerator is in a first mode. The refrigerator's compressor can be controlled to not run, preventing the refrigerant in the pipes from circulating. Upon the end of the first prompt message display, the compressor is controlled to run. In the first mode, keeping the refrigerator's compressor off to prevent refrigerant circulation allows for simultaneous power-on testing and functional demonstration, while preventing compressor damage caused by refrigerant not returning to its original position before operation. Upon the end of the first prompt message display, it is determined that the refrigerator has exited the first mode, and the compressor can be controlled to run normally.

[0094] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram illustrating an application scenario of a refrigerator control method according to an exemplary embodiment, such as... Figure 1 As shown, this method can be applied to a refrigerator, specifically to the refrigerator control device within the refrigerator. The refrigerator may include a compressor compartment, a refrigeration system, and a storage area. The refrigeration system delivers cooling capacity to the storage area and includes piping. A compressor is installed in the compressor compartment, driving the refrigerant circulation within the piping. The refrigerator can also connect to a corresponding terminal device via a network. This terminal device can be a mobile phone, computer, tablet, or other internet-connected device. A corresponding application can be installed on this terminal device, allowing the refrigerator to be bound to the application for data transmission between the refrigerator and the terminal device with the application installed.

[0095] Figure 2 This is a flowchart illustrating a refrigerator control method according to an exemplary embodiment, such as... Figure 2 As shown, the method may include the following steps: In step S201, when the first prompt message is displayed in the refrigerator's display area, the refrigerator's compressor is controlled not to run so that the refrigerant in the pipes does not circulate.

[0096] In step S202, after the first prompt message display ends, the compressor is controlled to run.

[0097] In this embodiment, if the refrigerator is being transported, to prevent insufficient refrigerant return inside the compressor, which could lead to insufficient compressor oil and damage, the refrigerant may include the compressor's refrigeration oil and lubricating oil. The refrigerator is equipped with a first mode, which can be a delivery / installation mode. In this mode, the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device can display a first prompt message to inform the user that the refrigerator is in the first mode. Even when the refrigerator is connected to power, the compressor remains stationary in this mode to prevent refrigerant circulation. The user can perform preset operations on the refrigerator. Upon detecting these preset operations, the refrigerator can respond and enter the first mode. Alternatively, it can respond to control commands sent from the terminal device to enter the first mode. This ensures that the refrigerator's compressor remains stationary during the first mode, preventing refrigerant circulation and simultaneously enabling the refrigerator to perform power-on testing and functional demonstrations while preventing compressor damage caused by insufficient refrigerant and lubricating oil return during compressor operation.

[0098] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: In response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode and a first prompt message is displayed in the refrigerator's display area; and / or in response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode and a first prompt message is displayed on the terminal device; wherein the first prompt message indicates that the refrigerator is in the first mode.

[0099] In this embodiment, the user can perform a preset operation on the refrigerator or terminal device. After the preset operation is detected, the user can respond to the preset operation and control the refrigerator to enter the first mode. The user can also display a first prompt message on the refrigerator's display area and / or the terminal device to indicate that the user is currently in the first mode.

[0100] In one possible implementation, the preset operation includes at least one of the following: Open the door; Trigger one or more preset function keys; Trigger the preset physical switch.

[0101] In this embodiment, the refrigerator can be triggered to enter the first mode by a preset single action or a combination of multiple actions, allowing the user to actively control the refrigerator to enter the first mode through preset operations. Regarding opening and closing the door, this can involve opening the door, or opening the door first and then closing it. The door can be a refrigerator door, a crisper door, or both. For example, preset function buttons may include at least one of a refrigerator button, a freezer button, a micro-ice button, and an ice-making button. A single preset function button can be pressed and held for a preset duration to trigger it; or multiple function buttons can be pressed continuously to trigger them. A preset physical switch can be used to turn the first mode on or off; pressing or toggling the preset physical switch will trigger it. Combinations of multiple actions are also possible, for example, opening the refrigerator door and pressing and holding the freezer button for 7 seconds.

[0102] In one possible implementation, the preset operation may include a preset trigger operation on the display screen of the terminal device.

[0103] In this embodiment, the refrigerator can be controlled to enter the first mode via a terminal device. The user can perform an operation on the terminal device, enter the associated application on the terminal device, and perform a confirmation operation for entering the first mode in the associated application, thereby obtaining a preset trigger operation and controlling the refrigerator to enter the first mode.

[0104] In one possible implementation, before controlling the refrigerator to enter the first mode in response to a preset operation, the method further includes: In response to the refrigerator being connected to a power source, the refrigerator's compressor is controlled to remain inactive for a first preset duration.

[0105] In this embodiment, when the refrigerator is detected to be connected to a power source, the refrigerator compressor can be controlled to not run for a first preset period of time in response to the refrigerator being connected to a power source, so as to avoid compressor damage caused by the compressor starting to work before the refrigerant has flowed back.

[0106] Optionally, in response to the refrigerator being powered on, the refrigerator compressor is controlled to remain inactive for a first preset period of time under a preset state. This preset state can be a door-open state. For example, if the refrigerator is powered on while the refrigerator door is open, the compressor can be controlled to remain inactive for the first preset period of time.

[0107] In one possible implementation, in response to a preset operation, controlling the refrigerator to enter a first mode includes: Within a first preset time period, in response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the first mode.

[0108] In this embodiment, after the refrigerator is connected to power, the preset operation that triggers the refrigerator to enter the first mode has a time limit. The preset operation must be detected within a first preset time period to trigger the refrigerator to enter the first mode. This is to prevent the refrigerator from entering the first mode due to accidental operation by the user during normal use. If the preset operation is not detected within the first preset time period, the refrigerator cannot enter the first mode. The power needs to be disconnected and reconnected. Then, within the first preset time period, the refrigerator will be controlled to enter the first mode in response to the preset operation.

[0109] In one possible implementation, when the refrigerator is in the first mode, in response to a preset exit operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a second mode, in which the compressor operates normally. The preset exit operation can be the same as a preset operation, allowing the user to actively exit the first mode after determining that the refrigerator has been idle for a sufficient period of time, i.e., the compressor has remained inactive for a sufficient period.

[0110] In one possible implementation, the first preset duration ranges from 1 second to 1 hour.

[0111] In this embodiment, a first preset duration is reserved for the user to determine whether to control the refrigerator to enter the first mode, so as to avoid damage to the compressor caused by the refrigerator compressor working directly after the refrigerator is connected to the power supply. For example, the preset duration can be any time between 1 second and 1 hour, such as 1 second, 2 seconds, 3 seconds, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, half an hour, or 1 hour.

[0112] Optionally, the first preset duration can be set to 1 second. By setting a shorter time for the user to choose, the refrigerator compressor can be kept running for a long time, thus affecting the cooling demand.

[0113] Optionally, the first preset duration can be 1 hour. By allowing a longer time for the user to choose whether to trigger the first mode, the probability of the user actively triggering the first mode can be increased. In addition, if the user does not trigger the first mode, the compressor oil can be prevented from running before the compressor is fully returned, which could cause compressor damage.

[0114] In one possible implementation, the first preset duration ranges from 5 seconds to 30 minutes.

[0115] In this embodiment, a first preset duration is reserved for the user to determine whether to control the refrigerator to enter the first mode, so as to avoid damage to the compressor caused by the refrigerator compressor working directly after the refrigerator is connected to the power supply. The first preset duration can be determined according to actual needs. For example, the preset duration can be any time between 5 seconds and 30 minutes, such as 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, or 30 minutes.

[0116] Optionally, the first preset duration can be set to 5 seconds. By setting a shorter time for the user to choose, the refrigerator compressor can be kept running for a long time, thus affecting the cooling demand.

[0117] Optionally, the first preset duration can be 30 minutes. By allowing a longer time for the user to choose whether to trigger the first mode, the probability of the user actively triggering the first mode can be increased. In addition, if the user does not trigger the first mode, the compressor can be prevented from running before the compressor oil has fully returned, which could cause compressor damage.

[0118] In one possible implementation, the first preset duration ranges from 30 seconds to 5 minutes.

[0119] Optionally, the first preset duration can be 30 seconds. By setting a relatively short time for the user to choose, the refrigerator compressor can be kept idle for an extended period, thus affecting cooling demand. For example, the preset duration can be any time between 30 seconds and 5 minutes, such as 30 seconds, 40 seconds, 50 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, 3 minutes, 4 minutes, or 5 minutes.

[0120] Optionally, the first preset duration can be 5 minutes. By reserving a relatively long time for the user to choose whether to trigger the first mode, the probability of the user actively triggering the first mode can be increased. In addition, if the user does not trigger the first mode, the compressor oil can be prevented from running before the compressor is fully returned, which could cause compressor damage.

[0121] In one possible implementation, the first prompt message may take the form of a specific pattern and / or specific characters.

[0122] In this embodiment, specific patterns and / or characters can be displayed on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device via character or graphic display to indicate to the user that the refrigerator is currently in a first mode. By displaying the specific pattern and / or characters, the user can understand the operating status, running time, and precautions of at least one electrical component of the refrigerator when it is in the first mode. For example, a bar pattern or hourglass pattern can be displayed to indicate that the refrigerator is in the first mode and the duration of the first mode. Alternatively, the text "Delivery and Installation Mode" or the specific characters "SH" can be directly displayed to indicate that the refrigerator is in the first mode.

[0123] For example, Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a scenario where a relevant textual description of the first mode is displayed on a terminal device according to an exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 3As shown, after the refrigerator enters the first mode and connects to the network, the terminal device responds to the user opening the target application. The card on the interface of the associated application on the terminal device displays "Refrigerator is in a resting state, expected to end at 14:30". Upon the user clicking the card, a detailed description of the first mode is displayed on the secondary page of the card: "Title: Refrigerator is in a resting state; Subtitle: Expected resting time: xx hours xx minutes (countdown display); Note: Newly purchased refrigerators need to rest for approximately 3 hours. During this state, the compressor does not run. Normal cooling will begin after exiting the first mode. If there is a power outage, please let it rest for 3 hours before reconnecting the power to begin normal cooling." This example is merely illustrative and is not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure.

[0124] In another implementation, the terminal device can display the first prompt message to the user via a pop-up notification based on the associated application. For example, when the terminal device determines that the refrigerator has entered the first mode, it can push a notification message in the form of a pop-up window through the associated application: "Refrigerator delivery and installation is in progress, expected to end at 15:00."

[0125] In one possible implementation, the first prompt message includes a countdown character, which represents the duration of the first mode's end; In response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode, and a first prompt message is displayed in the refrigerator's display area; and / or in response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode, and a first prompt message is displayed on the terminal device, including: In response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the first mode, and countdown characters are displayed in the refrigerator's display area and / or on the terminal device.

[0126] In this embodiment, the first prompt information may include a countdown character, which can prompt the user that the user is currently in the first mode and the duration of the first mode, that is, how long the first mode will last, that is, how long the refrigerator compressor will remain inactive.

[0127] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: When the countdown characters are displayed, in response to the commissioning operation, the content corresponding to the commissioning operation is displayed, and the countdown characters continue to be displayed after the commissioning is completed.

[0128] In this embodiment, while the countdown is displayed, the user can also perform other adjustment operations, such as setting the refrigeration or freezing temperature, for function demonstration. The corresponding content of the adjustment operation can be displayed in the display area, and the countdown continues to be displayed after the adjustment is completed. While displaying the content corresponding to the adjustment operation, the countdown can continue in the background to avoid the adjustment operation affecting the countdown. The countdown characters can be displayed in the double 8 area of ​​the display area.

[0129] In one possible implementation, displaying countdown characters on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device includes: The countdown timer is displayed in hours on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device.

[0130] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a first method for displaying countdown characters according to an exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, the countdown characters are displayed in hours to make the display more concise. For example, if the countdown duration is 3 hours, the period from 3h to 2h can be displayed as "3H"; the period from 2h to 1h can be displayed as "2H"; and the period from 1h to the end can be displayed as "1H".

[0131] In one possible implementation, displaying countdown characters on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device includes: The countdown characters are displayed in minutes on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device, showing the time periods exceeding the maximum display value of the countdown characters at the maximum display value, and the actual time periods less than or equal to the maximum display value of the countdown characters.

[0132] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a second method for displaying countdown characters according to an exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 5 As shown, in this embodiment, the countdown characters are displayed in minutes, which makes the countdown more accurate. The time period exceeding the maximum display value is replaced by the maximum display value so as to maximize the indication to the user of the end time of the first mode.

[0133] Taking the display of countdown characters in the double 8 area of ​​the display area as an example, the maximum display value is 99. In minutes, the maximum display value is 99 minutes. If the countdown display duration is 3 hours, then the time period exceeding 99 minutes in the 3 hours will display 99, and the time period less than 99 minutes will display the actual value, such as displaying 99, 98, 97 and up to 01 in sequence.

[0134] In one possible implementation, displaying countdown characters on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device includes: The countdown characters are displayed in hours on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device for periods exceeding the second preset duration, and in minutes on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device for periods less than or equal to the second preset duration.

[0135] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a third method for displaying countdown characters according to an exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 6 As shown, in this embodiment, the countdown characters can be displayed using a combination of hours and minutes. When the countdown exceeds the second preset duration, since there is still a long time, it can be simply represented in hours. For time periods less than or equal to the second preset duration, minutes can be used for a more accurate display. For example, the second preset duration can be 1 hour, and the countdown display duration is 3 hours. Then, the 3h to 2h period can be displayed as "3H"; the 2h to 1h period can be displayed as "2H"; and the 1h to end period will display 59, 58, 57, and 01 every minute.

[0136] In one possible implementation, displaying countdown characters on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device includes: The countdown characters are displayed on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device in alternating hours and minutes for a period of time exceeding a third preset duration, wherein the value displayed in hours and the adjacent value displayed in minutes together represent the end duration of the first mode; and the countdown characters are displayed on the refrigerator's display area and / or terminal device for a period of time less than or equal to the third preset duration in minutes.

[0137] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a fourth method for displaying countdown characters according to an exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 7 As shown, in this embodiment, the countdown can be displayed more accurately by alternating between hours and minutes. The third preset duration can be 1 hour, and the countdown display duration is 3 hours. During the 3h to 1h period, "2H" and "59", "2H" and "58", "2H" and "57"... "1H" and "03", "1H" and "02", "1H" and "01" are displayed alternately. During the 1h to end period, 59, 58, 57, and finally 01 are displayed sequentially every minute.

[0138] In one possible implementation, the display duration of the countdown characters is obtained based on a fourth preset duration, which represents the target resting time of the refrigerator.

[0139] In this embodiment, the display duration of the countdown characters can be obtained based on the fourth preset duration. That is, the fourth preset duration can be directly determined as the display duration of the countdown characters so as to ensure the target resting time required by the refrigerator, that is, to ensure the target duration during which the compressor does not work after the refrigerator is transported.

[0140] In one possible implementation, the display duration of the countdown characters is negatively correlated with the entry duration, which is the time between the refrigerator being powered on and the refrigerator entering the first mode.

[0141] In this embodiment, since the compressor does not work during the time between the refrigerator being powered on and the refrigerator entering the first mode, the display duration of the countdown characters can also be related to the time between the refrigerator being powered on and the refrigerator entering the first mode. This relationship can be negatively correlated, that is, the longer the entry time, the shorter the display duration of the countdown characters, so as to avoid the entry time being too long and thus the display duration of the countdown characters being too long.

[0142] In one possible implementation, the display duration of the countdown characters is the difference between a fourth preset duration and the entry duration.

[0143] In this embodiment, the difference between the fourth preset duration and the entry duration can be directly determined as the display duration of the countdown character, so as to avoid the countdown character display duration being too long due to an excessively long entry duration.

[0144] In one possible implementation, the fourth preset duration is greater than or equal to 0.5 hours, used to allow refrigerant to flow back from the compressor, reducing operational wear.

[0145] In this embodiment, the fourth preset duration is guaranteed to be greater than or equal to 0.5 hours to ensure sufficient refrigerant recirculation in the pipeline and reduce operational wear. Optionally, the fourth preset duration is equal to 0.5 hours.

[0146] In one possible implementation, the fourth preset duration ranges from 2 hours to 6 hours.

[0147] In this embodiment, the fourth preset time is set to a reasonable range, which allows the refrigerant in the pipeline to fully flow back through a longer settling time, and avoids the refrigerator from being left to stand for too long. For example, the fourth preset time can be any time between 2 hours and 6 hours, such as 2 hours, 3 hours, 4 hours, 5 hours, or 6 hours.

[0148] Optionally, the fourth preset duration can be 2 hours to ensure refrigerant reflux and prevent the refrigerator from sitting for too long.

[0149] Optionally, the fourth preset duration can be 6 hours to ensure sufficient refrigerant recirculation and prevent damage to the compressor during operation.

[0150] In one possible implementation, when the refrigerator is in the first mode and the refrigerator and the terminal device are connected to the network, a first prompt message is displayed on the terminal device.

[0151] In this embodiment, when the refrigerator is in the first mode and the refrigerator and the terminal device are connected to the network, the refrigerator and the terminal device can cooperate to display a first prompt message on the terminal device so that the user can be notified that the refrigerator is in the first mode.

[0152] The refrigerator can send a first message to its associated terminal device. Upon receiving the first message, the terminal device can display a first prompt message. For example, the first prompt message can be displayed on the terminal device via a pop-up window, such as: "Refrigerator is settling in, expected to end at 14:30." The first prompt message can also be displayed in associated applications on the terminal device. This first prompt message can include a title, subtitle, and explanatory content corresponding to the first mode. For example, the title could be: "Refrigerator is settling in"; the subtitle could be: "Expected end time of settling: 1 hour 20 minutes." The explanatory content could be: "Newly purchased refrigerator needs to be settling in for approximately 3 hours. During this state, the compressor does not run. Normal cooling will begin after the mode is exited. If there is a power outage, please set it in for 3 hours before powering it back on to begin normal cooling."

[0153] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: In response to the end of the first prompt message display, a second prompt message is displayed in the display area of ​​the refrigerator; and / or in response to the end of the first prompt message display, a second prompt message is displayed on the terminal device, the second prompt message being used to indicate the end of the first mode.

[0154] In this embodiment, when the first prompt message ends, the first mode can be exited. At this time, a second prompt message can be displayed in the refrigerator's display area and / or on the terminal device to inform the user that the first mode has ended and the refrigerator has exited the first mode.

[0155] In one possible implementation, when the refrigerator exits the first mode and the refrigerator and the terminal device are connected to the network, a second prompt message is displayed on the terminal device.

[0156] In this embodiment, when the refrigerator exits the first mode and the refrigerator and the terminal device are connected to the network, the refrigerator can send a second message to the terminal device. After receiving the second message, the terminal device can display a second prompt message. Thus, through the cooperation between the refrigerator and the terminal device, the second prompt message can be displayed on the terminal device, so that the user can be notified by the terminal device that the first mode has ended and the refrigerator is now working normally, that is, the refrigerator compressor is running normally.

[0157] It should also be noted that the prompts in this disclosure (including the first and second prompts mentioned above, and the third prompts mentioned below) may include pop-up prompts and / or information displayed on the interface of the associated application on the terminal device.

[0158] For example, Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a scenario of displaying a pop-up prompt message according to an exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 8As shown, when the refrigerator enters the first mode, the terminal device can display a pop-up message with the first prompt: "Refrigerator delivery and installation is in progress, expected to end at 15:00" or "Refrigerator is in progress, expected to start normal cooling at 15:00"; when the refrigerator exits the first mode, the terminal device can display a pop-up message with the second prompt: "Refrigerator delivery and installation has ended, normal operation has begun" or "First mode has ended, refrigerator has begun normal operation." Additionally, as... Figure 3 As shown, the first prompt message can be displayed on the interface of the associated application. Similarly, the second prompt message can also be displayed on the interface of the associated application. The above example is merely illustrative and is not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure.

[0159] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: In response to the end of the first prompt message display, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the second mode; In the second mode, the compressor starts running.

[0160] In this embodiment, after the first prompt message has ended and the refrigerator has been idle for a sufficient period of time (i.e., the compressor has been idle for a sufficient period of time and the refrigerant in the pipes has fully returned), the refrigerator can be controlled to enter the second mode. In this second mode, the compressor can start and operate normally, and other electrical components can also operate normally.

[0161] In one possible implementation, in response to the end of the first prompt message display, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a second mode, including: In response to the end of the first prompt message display, a confirmation control pops up in the display area; based on the operation of the confirmation control, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the second mode.

[0162] In this embodiment, when the first prompt message ends and the user exits the first mode and enters the second mode, a confirmation control can be popped up to ask the user for confirmation. The user can then enter the second mode after confirming the confirmation, so as to better meet the user's control expectations and improve the user experience.

[0163] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: While the first prompt message is displayed on the refrigerator's display area, in response to the mode setting operation, the third mode corresponding to the mode setting operation is determined; in response to the completion of the countdown character display, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the third mode.

[0164] In this embodiment, the user can preset a third mode that the refrigerator is expected to operate in after exiting the first mode while the first prompt information is displayed in the refrigerator's display area, i.e., while the refrigerator is in the first mode. This allows the user to control the refrigerator to enter the third mode that the user expects when the countdown characters are displayed.

[0165] In one possible implementation, the third mode may include one of rapid cooling, ice making, or defrosting.

[0166] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: When the refrigerator enters the third mode, a third prompt message is displayed in the refrigerator's display area; and / or when the refrigerator enters the third mode, a third prompt message is displayed on the terminal device; wherein the third prompt message indicates that the refrigerator is in the third mode.

[0167] In this embodiment, after the refrigerator enters the third mode, a third prompt message can be displayed in the refrigerator's display area and / or on the terminal device to notify the user that the refrigerator is in the third mode, so as to improve the user experience.

[0168] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: If the power is interrupted or the user manually exits and re-enters the first mode, the countdown timer will be displayed based on the countdown timer when the user last exited the first mode.

[0169] In this embodiment, after a power outage or manual exit from the first mode, in order to avoid the first mode lasting for a long time due to the need to re-determine the countdown, the countdown can be made continuous. That is, the countdown character display continues from the countdown time at the last exit. For example, if the countdown character is displayed as 50 minutes and a power outage occurs suddenly, after the refrigerator is reconnected to the power supply and enters the first mode, the countdown display continues for another 50 minutes.

[0170] In one possible implementation, the countdown characters are restarted if there is a power outage or if the user manually exits and re-enters the first mode.

[0171] In this embodiment, if the user moves the refrigerator after a power outage or manual exit from the first mode, in order to ensure that the compressor does not work for a sufficient period of time and that the compressor oil is fully returned, the countdown can be reset after the refrigerator is reconnected to the power supply and enters the first mode. That is, the countdown characters are displayed according to the reset countdown display duration.

[0172] In one possible implementation, when a first prompt message is displayed in the refrigerator's display area, at least one electrical component of the refrigerator is controlled to operate.

[0173] In this embodiment, when the first prompt information is displayed in the refrigerator's display area, i.e., the refrigerator is in the first mode, at least one other electrical component in the refrigerator, except for the compressor, can operate normally so that the refrigerator's functions can be demonstrated.

[0174] In one possible implementation, other electrical components include a fan, damper, sensor, and controller. The controller may include a control panel and knobs on the direct-cooling refrigerator to enable a demonstration of the refrigerator's functions and to check for malfunctions in other electrical components.

[0175] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: Receive instruction information sent by the terminal device, which is generated based on the user's control operations on the associated applications on the terminal device; control the refrigerator according to the instruction information.

[0176] In this embodiment, instruction information sent by the terminal device can also be received so as to control the refrigerator according to the instruction information, thereby enabling the user to remotely control the refrigerator based on the associated application.

[0177] In one possible implementation, the instruction information is used to control the refrigerator to perform at least one of the following functions: Controls the refrigerator to enter or exit the first mode; Set the refrigerator's cooling operation mode; Set the refrigerator's cooling operating temperature.

[0178] For example, at least one function adjustment control for the refrigerator can be displayed on the interface of the associated application. In response to receiving a user's trigger operation on the function adjustment control, a command message is sent to the refrigerator to control the refrigerator to perform a target adjustment function, which is determined based on the function adjustment control and the trigger operation.

[0179] The target adjustment function may include at least one of the following: controlling the refrigerator to enter a first mode; controlling the refrigerator to exit the first mode; temperature adjustment; light adjustment; mode switching. The function adjustment controls may include, for example, a mode switching button, various operating mode buttons (including fruit and vegetable mode, fresh meat mode, baby mode, seafood mode, and defrost mode), a temperature adjustment button, and a light adjustment button. In this way, the user can touch or press the corresponding function adjustment control according to their needs. The terminal device responds by receiving the user's trigger operation on the function adjustment control, generating corresponding instruction information based on the name or identifier of the function adjustment control triggered by the user, and the user's specific trigger operation, and then sending it to the refrigerator to control the refrigerator to execute the target adjustment function corresponding to the function adjustment control. For example, if the user adjusts the refrigerator compartment temperature from 5 degrees Celsius to 3 degrees Celsius using the temperature adjustment button, the refrigerator, upon receiving the control instruction, will control the refrigerator compartment temperature to decrease to 3 degrees Celsius.

[0180] It should also be noted that, in addition to adjusting the refrigerator's temperature, lighting, and modes through the associated app, users can also control the refrigerator to enter or exit the first mode through the associated app.

[0181] In one possible implementation, the refrigerator can be configured for network connectivity when the compressor is not running.

[0182] In this embodiment, the refrigerator can maintain network connectivity even when the compressor is not running, enabling it to connect to and communicate with terminal devices. This allows the display of notification messages on the terminal devices or the control of the refrigerator via associated applications on the terminal devices.

[0183] This disclosure also provides an application program for a terminal device that is communicatively connected to a refrigerator. The application program is configured to execute the terminal device display portion of the refrigerator control method described in the above embodiments. This application program may be an associated application as described in the above embodiments.

[0184] Figure 9 This is a block diagram illustrating a refrigerator control device according to an exemplary embodiment. The refrigerator includes a compressor compartment, a refrigeration system, and a storage compartment. The refrigeration system delivers cooling capacity to the storage compartment. The refrigeration system includes piping, and a compressor is disposed within the compressor compartment. The compressor drives the refrigerant to circulate within the piping. (Refrigeration system includes piping and a compressor housing.) Figure 9 The refrigerator control device 900 includes: Control module 901 is configured as follows: When the first prompt message is displayed in the display area of ​​the refrigerator, the compressor of the refrigerator is controlled not to run, so that the refrigerant in the pipeline does not circulate. When the first prompt message ends, control the compressor to run.

[0185] In one possible implementation, the control module 901 is configured to: When the first prompt message is displayed in the display area of ​​the refrigerator, at least one electrical component of the refrigerator is controlled to operate.

[0186] In one possible implementation, the electrical components include a fan, a damper, a sensor, and a controller.

[0187] In one possible implementation, the control module 901 is configured to: In response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode, and the first prompt information is displayed in the refrigerator's display area; and / or In response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode, and the first prompt information is displayed on the terminal device; The first prompt message indicates that the refrigerator is in the first mode.

[0188] In one possible implementation, the preset operation includes a preset trigger operation on the display screen of the terminal device.

[0189] In one possible implementation, the preset operation includes at least one of the following: Open the door; Trigger one or more preset function keys; Trigger the preset physical switch.

[0190] In one possible implementation, the control module 901 is further configured to: In response to the refrigerator being connected to a power source, the refrigerator's compressor is controlled to remain inactive for a first preset duration.

[0191] In one possible implementation, the control module 901 is configured to: Within the first preset time period, in response to the preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the first mode.

[0192] In one possible implementation, the first preset duration ranges from 1 second to 1 hour.

[0193] In one possible implementation, the first preset duration ranges from 5 seconds to 30 minutes.

[0194] In one possible implementation, the first preset duration ranges from 30 seconds to 5 minutes.

[0195] In one possible implementation, the first prompt message may take the form of a specific pattern and / or specific characters.

[0196] In one possible implementation, the first prompt message includes a countdown character, the countdown character representing the duration of the first mode's end; The display module is configured as follows: In response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode, and the countdown characters are displayed in the refrigerator's display area and / or on the terminal device.

[0197] In one possible implementation, the control module 901 is configured to: When the countdown characters are displayed, in response to the adjustment operation, the content corresponding to the adjustment operation is displayed, and the countdown characters continue to be displayed after the adjustment is completed.

[0198] In one possible implementation, the display module is configured as follows: The countdown characters are displayed in the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator in hours.

[0199] In one possible implementation, the display module is configured as follows: The countdown characters are displayed in minutes on the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator, showing the time periods exceeding the maximum display value at the maximum display value, and the countdown characters are displayed in actual values ​​for the time periods less than or equal to the maximum display value.

[0200] In one possible implementation, the display module is configured as follows: The countdown characters are displayed in hours on the display area and / or terminal device for periods exceeding the second preset duration, and in minutes on the display area and / or terminal device for periods less than or equal to the second preset duration.

[0201] In one possible implementation, the display module is configured as follows: The countdown characters are displayed in the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator in alternating hours and minutes for a period of time exceeding a third preset duration, wherein the value displayed in hours and the adjacent value displayed in minutes together characterize the duration of the end of the first mode; The countdown characters are displayed in minutes on the display area and / or terminal device of the refrigerator for a time period that is less than or equal to the third preset duration.

[0202] In one possible implementation, the display duration of the countdown characters is obtained based on a fourth preset duration, which represents the target resting time of the refrigerator.

[0203] In one possible implementation, the display duration of the countdown characters is negatively correlated with the entry duration, where the entry duration is the time between the refrigerator being powered on and the refrigerator entering the first mode.

[0204] In one possible implementation, the display duration of the countdown characters is the difference between the fourth preset duration and the entry duration.

[0205] In one possible implementation, the fourth preset duration is greater than or equal to 0.5 hours, which is used to allow the compressor refrigerant to flow back, reducing operational wear.

[0206] In one possible implementation, the fourth preset duration ranges from 2 hours to 6 hours.

[0207] In one possible implementation, the display module is configured as follows: In response to the end of the first prompt message display, a second prompt message is displayed in the display area of ​​the refrigerator; and / or In response to the end of the first prompt message display, a second prompt message is displayed on the terminal device; The second prompt message indicates that the first mode has ended and the compressor has started running.

[0208] In one possible implementation, the control module 901 is configured to: In response to the end of the first prompt message display, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the second mode; In the second mode, the compressor starts running.

[0209] In one possible implementation, the control module is configured to: In response to the end of the first prompt message display, a confirmation control pops up in the display area; The refrigerator is controlled to enter the second mode based on the operation of the confirmation control.

[0210] In one possible implementation, the control module 901 is configured to: While the first prompt information is displayed in the display area of ​​the refrigerator, in response to the mode setting operation, the third mode corresponding to the mode setting operation is determined; In response to the end of the first prompt message display, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the third mode.

[0211] In one possible implementation, the third mode includes one of rapid cooling, ice making, and defrosting.

[0212] In one possible implementation, the display module is configured as follows: When the refrigerator enters the third mode, a third prompt message is displayed in the refrigerator's display area; and / or When the refrigerator enters the third mode, a third prompt message is displayed on the terminal device; The third prompt information indicates that the refrigerator is in the third mode.

[0213] In one possible implementation, the display module is configured as follows: If the power is interrupted or the first mode is manually exited and then re-entered, the countdown characters will be displayed based on the countdown time when the first mode was last exited.

[0214] In one possible implementation, the display module is configured as follows: If the power is interrupted or the first mode is manually exited and then re-entered, the countdown characters will be displayed again.

[0215] In one possible implementation, the control module 901 is configured to: Receive instruction information sent by a terminal device, the instruction information being generated based on the user's control operations on associated applications on the terminal device; Control the refrigerator according to the instruction information.

[0216] In one possible implementation, the instruction information is used to control the refrigerator to perform at least one of the following functions: Control the refrigerator to enter or exit the first mode; Set the refrigerator's cooling operation mode; Set the refrigerator's cooling operating temperature.

[0217] In one possible implementation, the refrigerator can be configured for network connectivity when the compressor is not in operation.

[0218] Regarding the refrigerator control device 900 in the above embodiments, the specific manner in which each module performs its operation has been described in detail in the embodiments related to the method, and will not be elaborated here.

[0219] This disclosure also provides a computer-readable storage medium having stored thereon computer program instructions that, when executed by a processor, implement the steps of the refrigerator control method provided in this disclosure.

[0220] Figure 10 This is a block diagram illustrating a refrigerator according to an exemplary embodiment. (Ref.) Figure 10 The refrigerator 1000 may include one or more of the following components: a first processing component 1002, a first memory 1004, a first power supply component 1006, a multimedia component 1008, an audio component 1010, a first input / output interface 1012, a sensor component 1014, and a communication component 1016.

[0221] The first processing component 1002 typically controls the overall operation of the refrigerator 1000, such as operations associated with display, telephone calls, data communication, camera operation, and recording. The first processing component 1002 may include one or more processors 1020 to execute instructions to complete all or part of the steps of the refrigerator control method described above. Furthermore, the first processing component 1002 may include one or more modules to facilitate interaction between the first processing component 1002 and other components. For example, the first processing component 1002 may include a multimedia module to facilitate interaction between the multimedia component 1008 and the first processing component 1002.

[0222] The first memory 1004 is configured to store various types of data to support the operation of the refrigerator 1000. Examples of this data include instructions for any application or method operating on the refrigerator 1000, contact data, phone book data, messages, pictures, videos, etc. The first memory 1004 can be implemented by any type of volatile or non-volatile storage device or a combination thereof, such as static random access memory (SRAM), electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM), erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM), programmable read-only memory (PROM), read-only memory (ROM), magnetic storage, flash memory, magnetic disk, or optical disk.

[0223] The first power supply component 1006 provides power to various components of the refrigerator 1000. The first power supply component 1006 may include a power management system, one or more power supplies, and other components associated with generating, managing, and distributing power to the refrigerator 1000.

[0224] The multimedia component 1008 includes a screen that provides an output interface between the refrigerator 1000 and the user. In some embodiments, the screen may include a liquid crystal display (LCD) and a touch panel (TP). If the screen includes a touch panel, the screen may be implemented as a touchscreen to receive input signals from the user. The touch panel includes one or more touch sensors to sense touches, swipes, and gestures on the touch panel. The touch sensors may sense not only the boundaries of the touch or swipe action but also the duration and pressure associated with the touch or swipe operation. In some embodiments, the multimedia component 1008 includes a front-facing camera and / or a rear-facing camera. When the refrigerator 1000 is in an operating mode, such as a shooting mode or a video mode, the front-facing camera and / or the rear-facing camera may receive external multimedia data. Each front-facing camera and rear-facing camera may be a fixed optical lens system or have focal length and optical zoom capabilities.

[0225] Audio component 1010 is configured to output and / or input audio signals. For example, audio component 1010 includes a microphone (MIC) configured to receive external audio signals when the refrigerator 1000 is in an operating mode, such as call mode, recording mode, and voice recognition mode. The received audio signals may be further stored in a first memory 1004 or transmitted via communication component 1016. In some embodiments, audio component 1010 also includes a speaker for outputting audio signals.

[0226] The first input / output interface 1012 provides an interface between the first processing component 1002 and the peripheral interface module. The peripheral interface module may be a keyboard, click wheel, buttons, etc. These buttons may include, but are not limited to, a home button, volume buttons, a start button, and a lock button.

[0227] Sensor assembly 1014 includes one or more sensors for providing state assessments of various aspects of refrigerator 1000. For example, sensor assembly 1014 can detect the open / closed state of refrigerator 1000, the relative positioning of components such as the display and keypad of refrigerator 1000, changes in the position of refrigerator 1000 or a component of refrigerator 1000, the presence or absence of user contact with refrigerator 1000, the orientation or acceleration / deceleration of refrigerator 1000, and temperature changes of refrigerator 1000. Sensor assembly 1014 may include a proximity sensor configured to detect the presence of nearby objects without any physical contact. Sensor assembly 1014 may also include an optical sensor, such as a CMOS or CCD image sensor, for use in imaging applications. In some embodiments, sensor assembly 1014 may also include an accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, pressure sensor, or temperature sensor.

[0228] Communication component 1016 is configured to facilitate wired or wireless communication between refrigerator 1000 and other devices. Refrigerator 1000 can access wireless networks based on communication standards, such as WiFi, 2G, or 3G, or combinations thereof. In one exemplary embodiment, communication component 1016 receives broadcast signals or broadcast-related information from an external broadcast management system via a broadcast channel. In one exemplary embodiment, communication component 1016 also includes a near-field communication (NFC) module to facilitate short-range communication. For example, the NFC module may be implemented based on radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, Infrared Data Association (IrDA) technology, ultra-wideband (UWB) technology, Bluetooth (BT) technology, and other technologies.

[0229] In an exemplary embodiment, the refrigerator 1000 may be implemented by one or more application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), digital signal processors (DSPs), digital signal processing devices (DSPDs), programmable logic devices (PLDs), field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), controllers, microcontrollers, microprocessors, or other electronic components to perform the refrigerator control method described above.

[0230] In an exemplary embodiment, a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium including instructions is also provided, such as a first memory 1004 including instructions, which can be executed by the processor 1020 of the refrigerator 1000 to complete the refrigerator control method described above. For example, the non-transitory computer-readable storage medium may be a ROM, random access memory (RAM), CD-ROM, magnetic tape, floppy disk, and optical data storage device, etc.

[0231] In another exemplary embodiment, a computer program product is also provided, which includes a computer program executable by a programmable device, the computer program having a code portion for performing the refrigerator control method described above when executed by the programmable device.

[0232] Those skilled in the art will also understand that the various illustrative logical blocks and steps listed in the embodiments of this application can be implemented by electronic hardware, computer software, or a combination of both. Whether such functionality is implemented through hardware or software depends on the specific application and the overall system design requirements. Those skilled in the art can implement the described functionality using various methods for each specific application, but such implementation should not be construed as exceeding the scope of protection of the embodiments of this application.

[0233] In the above detailed description, terms such as "center," "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" indicate direction or positional relationship. Since components of the described device can be positioned in multiple different orientations, these directional terms are for illustrative purposes and not restrictive. It should be understood that other aspects can be utilized and structural or logical changes can be made without departing from the concept of this disclosure. Therefore, the following detailed description should not be considered limiting.

[0234] It should be understood that, unless otherwise specifically indicated, features of various embodiments of this disclosure described herein can be combined with each other.

[0235] Although terms such as “first,” “second,” and “third” may be used herein to describe various components, parts, regions, layers, or sections, these components, parts, regions, layers, or sections are not limited to these terms. Rather, these terms are used only to distinguish one component, part, region, layer, or section from another. Therefore, without departing from the teachings of the examples described herein, the first component, part, region, layer, or section mentioned in the examples may also be referred to as the second component, part, region, layer, or section. Furthermore, the terms “first” and “second” are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as “first” or “second” may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description herein, “a plurality” means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0236] Furthermore, the term “exemplary” is used herein to mean serving as an example, instance, or illustration. Any aspect or design described herein as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as advantageous compared to other aspects or designs. Rather, the use of the term “exemplary” is intended to present the concept in a concrete manner. As used herein, the term “or” is intended to mean an inclusive “or” rather than an exclusive “or.” That is, unless otherwise specified or clear from the context, “X applies A or B” is intended to mean any of the natural inclusive arrangements. That is, “X applies A or B” satisfies any of the foregoing instances if X applies A; X applies B; or both X applies A and B. Additionally, unless otherwise specified or clear from the context to refer to the singular form, the articles “a” and “an” as used in this application and the appended claims are generally understood to mean “one or more.”

[0237] Similarly, although this disclosure has been shown and described with respect to one or more implementations, equivalent variations and modifications will occur to those skilled in the art upon reading and understanding this specification and the accompanying drawings. This disclosure includes all such modifications and variations and is limited only by the scope of the claims. In particular, with respect to the various functions performed by the components described above (e.g., elements, resources, etc.), unless otherwise indicated, the terminology used to describe such components is intended to correspond to any component (functionally equivalent) that performs the specific function of the described component, even if structurally not equivalent to the disclosed structure. Furthermore, although specific features of this disclosure may have been disclosed with respect to only one of several implementations, such features may be combined with one or more other features of other implementations, as may be desired and advantageous to any given or particular application. Moreover, with regard to the terms “comprising,” “owning,” “having,” “having,” or variations thereof as used in the detailed description or claims, such terms are intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term “including.”

[0238] Other embodiments of this disclosure will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the invention disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this disclosure that follow the general principles of this disclosure and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this disclosure are indicated by the appended claims.

[0239] It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the precise structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A refrigerator control method, characterized by, The refrigerator comprises a compressor chamber, a refrigeration system, and a storage area, the refrigeration system delivers cold energy to the storage area, the refrigeration system comprises a pipeline, a compressor is arranged in the compressor chamber, the compressor is used to drive the circulation flow of refrigerant in the pipeline, and the method comprises: In the case that the first prompt information is displayed on the display area of the refrigerator, the compressor of the refrigerator is controlled not to operate, so that the refrigerant in the pipeline does not circulate. In the case that the display of the first prompt information is ended, the compressor is controlled to operate. 2.The refrigerator control method of claim 1, characterized in that, The method further comprises: In the case that the first prompt information is displayed on the display area of the refrigerator, at least one electrical component of the refrigerator is controlled to operate. 3.The refrigerator control method of claim 2, characterized in that, The electrical component comprises a fan, a damper, a sensor, and a controller. 4.The refrigerator control method of claim 1, characterized in that, The method further comprises: In response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode, and the first prompt information is displayed on the display area of the refrigerator; and / or In response to a preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter a first mode, and the first prompt information is displayed on a terminal device; The first prompt information indicates that the refrigerator is in the first mode.

5. The refrigerator control method according to claim 4, wherein The preset operation comprises a preset trigger operation on the display screen of the terminal device. 6.The refrigerator control method of claim 4, characterized in that, The preset operation comprises at least one of the following: Opening a door body; Triggering a single or multiple preset function keys; Triggering a preset physical switch. 7.The refrigerator control method of claim 4, characterized in that, Before the refrigerator is controlled to enter the first mode in response to the preset operation, the method further comprises: In response to the refrigerator being connected to a power supply, the compressor of the refrigerator is controlled not to operate for a first preset time period.

8. The refrigerator control method according to claim 7, wherein The control of the refrigerator to enter the first mode in response to the preset operation comprises: In the first preset time period, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the first mode in response to the preset operation. 9.The refrigerator control method of claim 8, wherein, The first preset time period ranges from 1 second to 1 hour. 10.The refrigerator control method of claim 9, wherein, The first preset time period ranges from 5 seconds to 30 minutes. 11.The refrigerator control method of claim 10, characterized in that, The first preset time period ranges from 30 seconds to 5 minutes.

12. The refrigerator control method according to claim 1, wherein The form of the first prompt information comprises a specific pattern and / or a specific character. 13.The refrigerator control method of claim 4, characterized in that, The first prompt information comprises a countdown character, and the countdown character indicates the ending time period of the first mode; The control of the refrigerator to enter the first mode in response to the preset operation and the display of the first prompt information on the display area of the refrigerator; and / or the control of the refrigerator to enter the first mode in response to the preset operation and the display of the first prompt information on the terminal device comprises: In response to the preset operation, the refrigerator is controlled to enter the first mode, and the countdown character is displayed on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device. The method further comprises: 14.The refrigerator control method of claim 13, characterized in that, In the case that the countdown character is displayed, in response to a setting operation, the content corresponding to the setting operation is displayed, and after the setting is completed, the countdown character is continued to be displayed.

15. The refrigerator control method according to claim 13, wherein ​ The displaying of the countdown character on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device comprises: displaying the countdown character on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device in units of hours.

16. The refrigerator control method according to claim 13, characterized in that, The displaying of the countdown character on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device comprises: displaying the time period of the countdown character that exceeds the maximum display value on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device in units of minutes, and displaying the time period of the countdown character that is less than or equal to the maximum display value on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device in actual value.

17. The refrigerator control method according to claim 13, characterized in that, The displaying of the countdown character on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device comprises: displaying the time period of the countdown character that exceeds the second preset time length on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device in units of hours, and displaying the time period of the countdown character that is less than or equal to the second preset time length on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device in units of minutes.

18. The refrigerator control method according to claim 13, characterized in that, The displaying of the countdown character on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device comprises: displaying the time period of the countdown character that exceeds the third preset time length on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device in an alternating manner of hours and minutes, wherein the value displayed in units of hours and the adjacent value displayed in units of minutes together represent the ending time length of the first mode; displaying the time period of the countdown character that is less than or equal to the third preset time length on the display area of the refrigerator and / or the terminal device in units of minutes. 19.The refrigerator control method of claim 13, wherein, The display time length of the countdown character is obtained according to a fourth preset time length, and the fourth preset time length represents a target resting time length of the refrigerator. 20.The refrigerator control method of claim 19, wherein, The display time length of the countdown character is negatively correlated with an entering time length, and the entering time length is a time length between the power-on of the refrigerator and the entering of the refrigerator into the first mode. 21.The refrigerator control method of claim 20, wherein, The display time length of the countdown character is a difference between the fourth preset time length and the entering time length. 22.The refrigerator control method of claim 19, wherein, The fourth preset time length is greater than or equal to 0.5 hours, for causing the compressor to return the refrigerant and reducing the running wear. 23.The refrigerator control method of claim 22, wherein, The fourth preset time length ranges from 2 hours to 6 hours. 24.The refrigerator control method of claim 13, wherein, The method further comprises: in the case of re-entering the first mode after power-off or manually exiting the first mode halfway, displaying the countdown character according to the countdown time when the first mode was last exited. 25.The refrigerator control method of claim 13, wherein, The method further comprises: in the case of re-entering the first mode after power-off or manually exiting the first mode halfway, restarting the display of the countdown character. 26.The refrigerator control method of any one of claims 1 to 25, wherein, The method further comprises: in response to the end of the display of the first prompt information, displaying second prompt information on the display area of the refrigerator; and / or in response to the end of the display of the first prompt information, displaying second prompt information on the terminal device; The second prompt information is used to represent that the first mode ends, and the compressor starts to operate. 27.The refrigerator control method of any one of claims 1 to 25, wherein, The method further includes: controlling the refrigerator to enter a second mode in response to the end of the display of the first prompt information; wherein in the second mode, the compressor starts to operate.

28. The refrigerator control method of claim 27, wherein controlling the refrigerator to enter a second mode in response to the end of the display of the first prompt information includes: popping up a confirmation control in the display area in response to the end of the display of the first prompt information; controlling the refrigerator to enter the second mode based on an operation on the confirmation control. 29.The refrigerator control method of any one of claims 1-25, wherein, The method further includes: during the display of the first prompt information in the display area of the refrigerator, determining a third mode corresponding to a mode setting operation in response to the mode setting operation; controlling the refrigerator to enter the third mode in response to the end of the display of the first prompt information. 30.The refrigerator control method of claim 29, wherein, The third mode includes one of quick cooling, ice making, and thawing. 31.The refrigerator control method of claim 29, wherein, The method further includes: displaying third prompt information in the display area of the refrigerator in the case that the refrigerator enters the third mode; and / or displaying third prompt information on a terminal device in the case that the refrigerator enters the third mode; wherein the third prompt information represents that the refrigerator is in the third mode. 32.The refrigerator control method of any one of claims 1 to 25, wherein, The method further includes: receiving instruction information sent by a terminal device, the instruction information being generated based on a control operation of a user on an associated application on the terminal device; controlling the refrigerator according to the instruction information. 33.The refrigerator control method of claim 32, wherein, The instruction information is used to control the refrigerator to perform at least one of the following functions: controlling the refrigerator to enter or exit the first mode; setting a refrigeration operation mode of the refrigerator; setting a refrigeration operation temperature of the refrigerator.

34. The refrigerator control method of any one of claims 1-25, wherein when the compressor is not operating, the refrigerator is configured to be connected to a network.

35. An application program, characterized by The application program is configured to perform the terminal device display part of the refrigerator control method of any one of claims 13-19, or claim 26, or claim 31.

36. A refrigerator control device, characterized by comprising: The refrigerator includes a compressor compartment, a refrigeration system, and a storage area, the refrigeration system delivers cold energy to the storage area, the refrigeration system includes a pipeline, the compressor compartment is provided with a compressor, the compressor is used to drive the circulation flow of refrigerant in the pipeline, and the device includes: a control module configured to perform the refrigerator control method of any one of claims 1-34.

37. A refrigerator, characterized by includes: a processor; a memory for storing processor-executable instructions; wherein the processor is configured to perform the steps of the refrigerator control method of any one of claims 1-34 when executed.

38. A computer-readable storage medium having stored thereon computer program instructions, wherein, The computer program instructions are executed by the processor to implement the steps of the refrigerator control method of any one of claims 1-34.

39. A computer program product comprising a computer program, characterised in that, The computer program is executed by the processor to implement the steps of the refrigerator control method of any one of claims 1-34.

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