Laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

The invention discloses clothes treatment equipment, which comprises a base, a water collecting flow channel, a water collecting pipe, a water collecting pipe and a water collecting pipe, a water storage box; a heat exchanger and / or a filtering device; a water drainage cavity is formed in the pump body, a water inlet for communicating the water drainage cavity with the water collection flow channel and a first outlet and a second outlet for communicating the water drainage cavity with the outside are formed in the pump body, and the pump body is suitable for guiding condensate water in the water drainage cavity to the heat exchanger and / or the filtering device through the first outlet; the valve assembly is arranged on the downstream side of the second outlet and can selectively enable the second outlet to be communicated with the water storage box in a one-way mode so that the condensate water in the drainage cavity can be guided out to the water storage box. According to the clothes treating equipment, the condensate water can be selectively discharged from the first outlet or the second outlet through the pump body, self-cleaning can be achieved, discharging of the condensate water can also be achieved, the valve assembly is arranged on the downstream portion of the second outlet, and the water discharging efficiency of the pump body can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of clothing processing equipment technology, and in particular to a clothing processing device. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, existing clothing processing equipment (such as dryers) can filter lint, providing a good user experience. However, during the filtration process, some lint still adheres to the surface of the heat exchanger or filter screen. Long-term accumulation of this lint can affect the normal operation of the heat exchanger. Current technologies use a separate cleaning pump and piping to drive condensate water to flush away the lint, and a separate drain pump to discharge the condensate. This increases pump costs and occupies a large space. Therefore, simplifying the pump structure to achieve self-cleaning and condensate drainage while ensuring efficient drainage has become a pressing problem in this field. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, one object of this invention is to provide a garment processing device. The garment processing device of this invention allows condensate to be selectively discharged from a first outlet or a second outlet via a pump body, achieving both self-cleaning and condensate drainage. By installing a valve assembly downstream of the second outlet, the pump body's drainage efficiency is improved.

[0004] The garment processing device according to the present invention includes: a base on which a water collection channel is formed; a water storage box; a heat exchanger and / or a filter; a pump body, wherein a drainage cavity is formed inside the pump body, and the pump body has an inlet communicating the drainage cavity with the water collection channel and a first outlet and a second outlet communicating the drainage cavity with the outside. The pump body is adapted to discharge condensate in the drainage cavity to the heat exchanger and / or the filter through the first outlet; and a valve assembly disposed downstream of the second outlet and selectively connecting the second outlet to the water storage box in a one-way manner to discharge condensate in the drainage cavity to the water storage box.

[0005] The garment processing device according to the present invention uses a pump body to extract condensate from the water collection channel and can optionally discharge it through a first outlet to a heat exchanger and / or a filter device to clean lint, thus achieving a self-cleaning function. It can also optionally discharge the condensate from the water collection channel to a water storage box through a second outlet to achieve a condensate discharge function. By integrating the self-cleaning function and the condensate discharge function on the pump body, the number of pump bodies is reduced, the pump body structure is simplified, and the installation and arrangement of the pump body are facilitated. Furthermore, by setting a valve assembly downstream of the second outlet, the pump body pressure is prevented, thus improving the drainage efficiency of the pump body.

[0006] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first outlet and the second outlet are respectively open toward the height direction of the pump body.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the valve assembly is configured as a solenoid valve or a check valve.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the valve assembly includes: a valve housing, wherein a valve body cavity is formed within the valve housing, the valve housing is provided with an inlet portion and an outlet portion communicating with the valve body cavity, the inlet portion being connected to a second outlet, and the outlet portion communicating the valve body cavity with the outside; and a valve core, the valve core being movably disposed within the valve body cavity to allow unidirectional flow from the inlet portion to the outlet portion through the valve housing.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the valve housing includes an upper valve housing and a lower valve housing, wherein the upper valve housing and the lower valve housing are detachably connected.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a first stop surface is formed on the side of the upper valve housing facing the lower valve housing, and a second stop surface is formed on the side of the lower valve housing facing the upper valve housing. A first stop rib is arranged around one of the first stop surface and the second stop surface, and a first sealing member is arranged around the other to cooperate with the first stop rib.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the valve core includes: a pivot portion pivotally connected to the upper valve housing; and a valve core body connected to the pivot portion and adapted to close the water inlet portion under the action of the pivot portion; wherein the extending direction of the pivot portion is orthogonal to the extending direction of the water inlet portion.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the lower valve housing is provided with a valve core mounting groove, the pivot portion is pivotally disposed in the valve core mounting groove, and a second stop rib is provided in the valve core mounting groove; the valve assembly further includes: an elastic member, the elastic member is disposed on at least a portion of the outer periphery of the pivot portion and abuts against the second stop rib, the elastic member is adapted to push the valve core body against the end of the water inlet portion to seal the water inlet portion.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the valve assembly further includes: a second seal, the second seal being disposed on the side of the valve core body facing the water inlet and adapted to seal the water inlet when the valve core body abuts against the end of the water inlet.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the end of the water inlet portion forms a mating end face that mates with the valve core body, and the mating end face is inclined toward the axis of the upper valve housing in a direction away from the pivot portion.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a water storage cavity is formed inside the water storage box, and a one-way valve is disposed in the water storage box; a connecting pipe is connected to the second outlet and can be selectively connected to the water storage box.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the water storage box includes: a water box body, the water storage cavity is formed within the water box body, a drain outlet is provided at the top of the water box body, and the drain outlet can be selectively connected to the connecting pipe; and an exhaust pipe, one end of which is provided at the drain outlet, and the other end of which extends toward the bottom of the interior of the water storage cavity.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the water storage box further includes: a third sealing member, the third sealing member being disposed at the drain outlet and covering the peripheral wall surface of the drain outlet, the third sealing member being adapted to seal the gap between the connecting pipe and the drain outlet when the drain outlet is in communication with the connecting pipe.

[0018] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a garment processing device according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of a garment processing device according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of a pump body according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of a pump body according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of a valve assembly according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a top view of a valve body according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 AA section diagram;

[0027] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of the lower valve housing according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 9 This is a top view of the lower valve housing according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 BB structure diagram;

[0030] Figure 11 This is a structural diagram of the lower valve housing according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 12 This is a structural diagram of the upper valve housing according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 13 This is a structural diagram of a water storage box according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 14 This is a top view of a water storage box according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 15 yes Figure 14 C-section view.

[0035] Figure label:

[0036] Clothing processing equipment 1;

[0037] Base 10; Pump body 11, first outlet 111, second outlet 112, water inlet 113;

[0038] One-way valve 12; upper valve body 131, first stop surface 1311, lower valve body 132, valve core mounting groove 1321, second stop surface 1322;

[0039] Valve core 14, pivot part 141, valve core body 142, elastic element 143;

[0040] First anti-stop reinforcement 151, second anti-stop reinforcement 152;

[0041] First seal 161, second seal 162, third seal 163;

[0042] Water inlet 171, mating end face 1711, water outlet 172;

[0043] Water storage box 18, water box body 181, drain outlet 182, vent pipe 183, connecting pipe 184. Detailed Implementation

[0044] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0045] In related technologies, existing clothing processing equipment (such as dryers) can filter lint, providing a good user experience. However, during the filtration process, some lint still adheres to the surface of the heat exchanger or filter screen. Long-term accumulation of this lint can affect the normal operation of the heat exchanger. Current technologies use a separate cleaning pump and piping to drive condensate water to flush away the lint, and a separate drain pump to discharge the condensate. This increases pump costs and occupies a large space. Therefore, simplifying the pump structure to achieve self-cleaning and condensate drainage while ensuring efficient drainage has become a pressing problem in this field.

[0046] The following is for reference. Figures 1-15 A garment processing apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0047] The garment processing device 1 according to the present invention includes: a base 10, on which a water collection channel is formed; a water storage box 18; a heat exchanger and / or a filter; a pump body 11, on which a drainage cavity is formed, and an inlet 113 is formed to connect the drainage cavity to the water collection channel, and a first outlet 111 and a second outlet 112 to connect the drainage cavity to the outside; the pump body 11 is adapted to discharge condensate in the drainage cavity to the heat exchanger and / or the filter through the first outlet 111; and a valve assembly, which is disposed downstream of the second outlet 112 and can selectively connect the second outlet 112 to the water storage box 18 in a one-way manner to discharge condensate in the drainage cavity to the water storage box 18.

[0048] Specifically, the garment processing device 1 has a base 10 at its bottom, and a water collection channel is provided on the base 10. The condensate accumulated on the base 10 can be collected in the water collection channel, preventing the condensate from flowing into components such as the heat exchanger and causing safety problems. The pump body 11 has a drainage chamber inside, and an inlet 113 is formed on the pump body 11 to connect the drainage chamber and the water collection channel. The pump body 11 can draw condensate from the water collection channel through the inlet 113 and can selectively discharge it from the first outlet 111 or the second outlet 112. The pump body 11 can discharge the condensate to the surface of the heat exchanger or to the filter structure in front of the heat exchanger through the first outlet 111. The heat exchanger can be constructed as an evaporator, and the filter structure can be a filter screen. The pump body 11 can also discharge the condensate to the filter screen structure in front of the garment processing device 1 through the first outlet 111 to clean lint and prevent excessive lint accumulation from affecting the performance of the heat exchanger and the filter structure. The valve assembly is located downstream of the second outlet 112. The valve assembly can selectively connect the second outlet 112 to the water storage box 18 in a one-way manner, ensuring that condensate can only flow into the water box in one direction and cannot flow back. This ensures smooth discharge of condensate and prevents external air from entering the pump body 11 through the second outlet 112 when the pump body 11 is draining through the first outlet 111, thus affecting the internal pressure of the drainage chamber and ensuring the drainage capacity of the pump body 11. The water storage box 18 is detachably mounted on the base 10 and is suitable for collecting condensate. The water storage box 18 can be removed after being filled with condensate, and reinstalled on the base 10 after the condensate is poured out, thereby draining the accumulated condensate in the water collection channel.

[0049] The garment processing device 1 according to the present invention uses a pump body 11 to extract condensate from the water collection channel and can optionally discharge it through the first outlet 111 to a heat exchanger and / or filter device to clean lint, thereby achieving a self-cleaning function. It can also optionally discharge the condensate from the water collection channel to the water storage box 18 through the second outlet 112 to achieve a condensate discharge function. By integrating the self-cleaning function and the condensate discharge function on the pump body 11, the number of pump bodies 11 is reduced, the structure of the pump body 11 is simplified, and the installation and arrangement of the pump body 11 are facilitated. Furthermore, by setting a valve assembly downstream of the second outlet 112, the drainage efficiency of the pump body 11 is improved.

[0050] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first outlet 111 and the second outlet 112 are respectively open toward the height direction of the pump body 11.

[0051] Specifically, the first outlet 111 and the second outlet 112 are open towards the height of the pump body 11, providing greater flexibility for the overall layout of the pump body 11. The first outlet 111 and the second outlet 112 can be located on the top of the pump body 11 and open towards the height. When the pump body 11 is located at the bottom of the cleaning device, it is more convenient for the pump body 11 to communicate with relevant components through the first outlet 111 and the second outlet 112. When the pump body 11 drains water through the first outlet 111 or the second outlet 112, it helps to reduce water flow resistance and allows condensate to be discharged more quickly.

[0052] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the valve assembly is configured as a solenoid valve or a check valve 12.

[0053] Specifically, solenoid valves offer advantages such as precise control, fast response, and high reliability. Through programming or remote control, precise control of solenoid valves can be achieved, thus realizing automation and intelligence. One-way valves (12) are simple in structure, low in cost, and easy to maintain. They do not require external energy to control switching; they rely solely on the flow pressure of the medium itself to achieve switching action, which helps reduce costs.

[0054] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the valve assembly includes: a valve housing, a valve body cavity formed therein, the valve housing having an inlet portion 171 and an outlet portion 172 communicating with the valve body cavity, the inlet portion 171 being connected to a second outlet 112, and the outlet portion 172 communicating the valve body cavity with the outside; and a valve core 14, the valve core 14 being movably disposed within the valve body cavity so that the valve housing can unidirectionally flow from the inlet portion 171 to the outlet portion 172.

[0055] Specifically, a valve body cavity is formed inside the valve housing. The valve core 14 is movably disposed within the valve body cavity. One end of the water inlet 171 is connected to the second outlet 112 of the pump body 11 to receive condensate discharged from the second outlet 112, while the other end extends into the valve body cavity to introduce condensate into the valve body cavity. One end of the water outlet 172 communicates with the valve body cavity to discharge the condensate treated by the valve core 14 to the outside, while the other end extends to connect with the water storage box 18. The valve core 14 is movably disposed within the valve body cavity. By changing the position of the valve core 14, the water inlet 171 can be selectively connected to or closed with the valve body cavity, thereby controlling the flow of condensate. When the valve core 14 is in the open position, the channel between the water inlet 171 and the valve body cavity is opened, allowing condensate to flow smoothly from the water inlet 171 into the valve body cavity and be discharged through the water outlet 172. When the valve core 14 is in the closed position, the passage between the water inlet 171 and the valve body cavity is blocked, and the condensate cannot flow into the valve body cavity, thereby achieving a one-way flow effect. This can prevent external air from entering the second outlet 112 through the water inlet 171 and affecting the internal pressure of the pump body 11.

[0056] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the valve housing includes an upper valve housing 131 and a lower valve housing 132, wherein the upper valve housing 131 and the lower valve housing 132 are detachably connected to the water inlet and water outlet.

[0057] Specifically, the valve housing is designed as two detachably connected parts: an upper valve housing 131 and a lower valve housing 132, facilitating the assembly, maintenance, and replacement of the valve assembly. When cleaning the valve body cavity, replacing the valve core 14, or inspecting other components, the upper valve housing 131 or the lower valve housing 132 can be easily disassembled without replacing the entire valve assembly, thus reducing costs. The upper valve housing 131 and the lower valve housing 132 are detachably connected via threaded connections, snap-fit ​​connections, or other methods, simplifying assembly and disassembly.

[0058] At least a portion of the inlet portion 171 extends into the valve body cavity after penetrating the lower valve housing 132. At least a portion of the inlet portion 171 is located outside the lower valve housing 132 and connected to the second outlet 112 of the pump body 11. At least another portion of the inlet portion 171 passes through the lower valve housing 132 and enters the valve body cavity to introduce condensate into the valve body cavity and prevent condensate leakage. At least a portion of the outlet portion 172 extends into the valve body cavity after penetrating the upper valve housing 131, while another portion is located outside the upper valve housing 131 and connected to the water storage box 18 to discharge the condensate treated by the valve core 14 and ensure the airtightness of the valve assembly to prevent condensate leakage.

[0059] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a first stop surface 1311 is formed on the side of the upper valve housing 131 facing the lower valve housing 132, and a second stop surface 1322 is formed on the side of the lower valve housing 132 facing the upper valve housing 131. A first stop rib 151 is arranged around one of the first stop surface 1311 and the second stop surface 1322, and a first sealing member 161 is arranged around the other to cooperate with the first stop rib 151.

[0060] like Figures 5 to 12As shown, a first abutment surface 1311 is formed on the side of the upper valve housing 131 facing the lower valve housing 132, while a second abutment surface 1322 is formed on the side of the lower valve housing 132 facing the upper valve housing 131. The first abutment surface 1311 and the second abutment surface 1322 contact each other when the valve housings are connected. To improve the sealing effect and prevent condensate leakage, a first abutment rib 151 is provided around one of the abutment surfaces (such as the first abutment surface 1311). The first abutment rib 151 can be a raised annular or strip-shaped structure to increase the contact area and sealing performance of the abutment surface. A first sealing element 161 that mates with the first abutment rib 151 is provided on the other abutment surface (such as the second abutment surface 1322). The first sealing element 161 can be made of an elastic material, such as rubber or silicone. The adhesive allows the first sealing element 161 to fit tightly against the first stop rib 151, forming an effective sealing structure. When the upper valve housing 131 is connected to the lower valve housing 132, the first stop surface 1311 and the second stop surface 1322 are in close contact. At the same time, the first sealing element 161 is compressed and deformed by the first stop rib 151, fitting tightly against the first stop rib 151. This forms a sealing structure between the upper valve housing 131 and the lower valve housing 132, effectively preventing condensate from leaking out from the connection of the valve housings and ensuring the sealing performance of the valve assembly and the overall performance of the equipment.

[0061] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the valve core 14 includes: a pivot portion 141, which is pivotally connected to the upper valve housing 131; and a valve core body 142, which is connected to the pivot portion 141 and is adapted to close the water inlet portion 171 under the action of the pivot portion 141; wherein the extension direction of the pivot portion 141 is orthogonal to the extension direction of the water inlet portion 171.

[0062] Specifically, the pivot part 141 is pivotally connected to the upper valve housing 131 and to the valve core body 142. The valve core body 142 can swing around the pivot part 141 within a certain range to control the opening and closing of the water inlet 171. The pivot part 141 can be connected to the upper valve housing 131 through a structure such as a pin or hinge to ensure that the valve core 14 can move stably and flexibly. When the pivot part 141 swings, the valve core body 142 moves accordingly, thereby changing the position of the valve core body 142 relative to the water inlet 171. When a gap is formed between the valve core body 142 and the inlet of the water inlet 171, the water inlet 171 is in the open state, and condensate can flow smoothly into the valve body cavity; when the valve core body 142 rotates to close the inlet of the water inlet 171, condensate cannot flow into the valve body cavity. The extension direction of the pivot 141 is orthogonal to the extension direction of the inlet 171, allowing the valve core 14 to quickly open or close the inlet 171 under external force. When it is necessary to discharge condensate into the water storage box 18, the pivot 141 of the valve core 14 drives the valve core body 142 to rotate to the appropriate position, making the inlet 171 connected to the valve body cavity. Condensate flows out from the second outlet 112 of the pump body 11, enters the valve body cavity through the inlet 171, and is then discharged into the water storage box 18 through the outlet 172. When it is not necessary to discharge condensate, the pivot 141 drives the valve core body 142 to rotate to the closed position, preventing condensate from flowing into the valve body cavity and blocking external gas from flowing into the pump body 11 from the second outlet 112. Through the rotational movement of the pivot 141, the opening and closing control of the inlet 171 can be achieved quickly and accurately, with a simple structure and convenient operation.

[0063] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a valve core mounting groove 1321 is provided on the lower valve housing 132, and a pivot portion 141 is pivotally disposed in the valve core mounting groove 1321. A second stop rib 152 is provided in the valve core mounting groove 1321. The valve assembly further includes an elastic member 143, which is disposed on at least part of the outer periphery of the pivot portion 141 and abuts against the second stop rib 152. The elastic member 143 is adapted to push the valve core body 142 against the end of the water inlet portion 171 to seal the water inlet portion 171.

[0064] Specifically, the valve housing is provided with a valve core mounting groove 1321 for mounting and fixing the pivot portion 141 of the valve core 14. A second stop rib 152 is provided within the valve core mounting groove 1321. The second stop rib 152 can be a raised flange structure for interacting with the elastic element 143. The elastic element 143 is located at least partially on the outer periphery of the pivot portion 141 and abuts against the second stop rib 152. The elastic element 143 can be constructed as an elastic structure such as a spring, and can generate a certain elastic force. Under the action of the elastic element 143, when the valve core 14 is in the closed state, the elastic element 143 pushes the valve core body 142 into tight contact with the end of the water inlet portion 171, thereby achieving a seal on the water inlet portion 171. This sealing method is simple and reliable, and can effectively prevent condensate from leaking out of the inlet 171 when the valve core 14 is closed. After the condensate discharge ends, the valve core body 142 re-closes the inlet 171 under the action of the elastic element 143, preventing external gas from flowing into the second outlet 112 and ensuring that the internal pressure of the pump body 11 is not affected.

[0065] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the valve assembly further includes a second seal 162, which is disposed on the side of the valve core body 142 facing the water inlet 171 and is adapted to seal the water inlet 171 when the valve core body 142 abuts against the end of the water inlet 171.

[0066] Specifically, the valve assembly also includes a second seal 162, which is disposed on the side of the valve core body 142 facing the water inlet 171. That is, when the valve core body 142 abuts against the end of the water inlet 171, the second seal 162 is located between the valve core body 142 and the end of the water inlet 171, thereby further improving the sealing performance of the water inlet 171 in the closed state. The second seal 162 can be constructed of an elastic material such as rubber, which can fit tightly between the end of the water inlet 171 and the valve core body 142 to form an additional sealing layer, which can effectively prevent condensate from leaking out from the tiny gap between the water inlet 171 and the valve core body 142 when the valve core 14 is closed. When the valve core 14 needs to close the water inlet 171, the elastic element 143 will push the valve core body 142 to gradually approach the end of the water inlet 171, and at the same time compress the second seal 162. As the valve core body 142 comes into close contact with the end of the water inlet 171, the second seal 162 will also be fully compressed and fit between the valve core body 142 and the end of the water inlet 171, forming a reliable sealing interface, which can effectively prevent the leakage of condensate and ensure the sealing performance of the valve assembly in the closed state.

[0067] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the end of the water inlet 171 is formed with a mating end face 1711 that mates with the valve core body 142, and the mating end face 1711 is inclined toward the axis of the upper valve housing 131 in a direction away from the pivot 141.

[0068] Specifically, the mating end face 1711 of the inlet portion 171 is inclined toward the axis of the upper valve housing 131 in a direction away from the pivot portion 141. This inclined design helps to form a better sealing effect when the valve core body 142 and the end of the inlet portion 171 come into contact. When the valve core body 142 moves toward the end of the inlet portion 171 under the action of the elastic member 143, it gradually approaches and comes into close contact with the mating end face 1711 along the inclined direction. Since the mating end face 1711 is inclined, the valve core body 142 will naturally generate an inward component force during the contact process. This component force helps to press the valve core body 142 more tightly onto the end of the inlet portion 171, thereby enhancing the sealing effect. Furthermore, when the pump body 11 drains water through the second outlet 112, the water flows into the valve body cavity through the inlet portion 171, setting the mating end face 1711 of the inlet portion 171 as an inclined surface, making it easier for the water flow to lift the valve core body 142, facilitating the flow of condensate.

[0069] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a water storage chamber is formed inside the water storage box 18, and a one-way valve 12 is disposed in the water storage box 18; a connecting pipe 184 is connected to the second outlet 112 and can be selectively connected to the water storage box 18.

[0070] Specifically, a water storage chamber is formed inside the water storage box 18 to collect and store condensate discharged from the water collection channel. A one-way valve 12 can be installed at the top of the water storage box 18 to facilitate the smooth flow of condensate into the water storage box 18 and prevent external gas from entering the water storage chamber and affecting water storage. Condensate flows out from the second outlet 112 of the pump body 11 and enters the water storage box 18 through the connecting pipe 184. The connecting pipe 184 can be constructed as a flexible pipe to adapt to different installation positions and angles. The optional connection between the connecting pipe 184 and the water storage box 18 allows the connecting pipe 184 to be disconnected from the water storage box 18 and the condensate in the water storage box 18 to be poured out when drainage is not required or when the water storage box 18 reaches its maximum capacity; when drainage is required, the connecting pipe 184 can be reconnected to the water storage box 18.

[0071] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the water storage box 18 includes: a water box body 181, a water storage cavity is formed inside the water box body 181, a drain outlet 182 is provided on the top of the water box body 181, and the drain outlet 182 can be selectively connected to a connecting pipe 184; and an exhaust pipe 183, one end of the exhaust pipe 183 is provided at the drain outlet 182, and the other end extends toward the bottom of the interior of the water storage cavity.

[0072] Specifically, the water box body 181 has a water storage cavity inside for storing condensate. The top of the water box body 181 is provided with a drain outlet 182. The drain outlet 182 can be connected to a connecting pipe 184. When the connecting pipe 184 is connected to the drain outlet 182, the condensate can enter the water storage box 18 through the connecting pipe 184. When the connecting pipe 184 is disconnected from the drain outlet 182, the condensate in the water storage box 18 can be poured out through the drain outlet 182. One end of the vent pipe 183 is located at the drain outlet 182, and the other end extends towards the bottom of the water storage chamber. When condensate flows into the drain outlet 182 through the connecting pipe 184, the one-way valve 12 on the top of the water box body 181 discharges the gas, facilitating the water flow into the water storage chamber. When the water storage box 18 is disconnected from the connecting pipe 184 and the water storage box 18 is inverted so that the side with the one-way valve 12 is at the bottom, the end of the vent pipe 183 is above the liquid surface. When water is poured out through the gap between the vent pipe 183 and the water storage box 183, external air enters the water storage chamber through the vent pipe 183, preventing excessive pressure in the drain chamber from causing the condensate in the water storage chamber to fail to drain.

[0073] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the water storage box 18 further includes a third sealing member 163, which is disposed at the drain outlet 182 and covers the peripheral wall surface of the drain outlet 182. The third sealing member 163 is adapted to seal the gap between the connecting pipe 184 and the drain outlet 182 when the drain outlet 182 is in communication with the connecting pipe 184.

[0074] Specifically, a third seal 163 is disposed at the drain outlet 182 and covers the peripheral wall surface of the drain outlet 182. When the drain outlet 182 is connected to the connecting pipe 184, it seals the gap between the connecting pipe 184 and the drain outlet 182, ensuring that condensate will not leak out from the gap between the connecting pipe 184 and the drain outlet 182 when it flows into the water storage box 18 through the connecting pipe 184. By providing the third seal 163, the connection between the connecting pipe 184 and the drain outlet 182 becomes tighter and more reliable, which not only reduces the risk of leakage but also improves the sealing performance of the entire drainage system. The third seal 163 can be made of elastic materials such as rubber or silicone, which can absorb and buffer the impact and vibration caused by the insertion or removal of the connecting pipe 184 to a certain extent, thereby protecting the drain outlet 182 and the connecting pipe 184 from damage.

[0075] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0076] In the description of this invention, "first feature" and "second feature" may include one or more of the features.

[0077] In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0078] In the description of this invention, the first feature being "above" or "below" the second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or it may include the first and second features not being in direct contact but being in contact through another feature between them.

[0079] In the description of this invention, the terms "above," "over," and "on top" for the first feature and the second feature include the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicating that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature.

[0080] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0081] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: A base on which a water collection channel is formed; Water storage box; Heat exchangers and / or filtration devices; The pump body has a drainage cavity inside, and the pump body has an inlet that connects the drainage cavity to the water collection channel and a first outlet and a second outlet that connect the drainage cavity to the outside. The pump body is adapted to discharge the condensate in the drainage cavity to the heat exchanger and / or filter through the first outlet. A valve assembly is provided downstream of the second outlet and can selectively connect the second outlet to the water storage box in a one-way manner to discharge condensate in the drain chamber to the water storage box.

2. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first outlet and the second outlet are respectively open in the direction of the height of the pump body.

3. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The valve assembly is constructed as a solenoid valve or a check valve.

4. The garment processing equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The valve assembly includes: a valve housing, a valve body cavity formed inside the valve housing, the valve housing having an inlet and an outlet communicating with the valve body cavity, the inlet being connected to the second outlet, and the outlet communicating the valve body cavity with the outside; A valve core is movably disposed within the valve body cavity to allow unidirectional flow from the inlet to the outlet of the valve body.

5. The garment processing equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The valve body includes: An upper valve housing and a lower valve housing, wherein the upper valve housing and the lower valve housing are detachably connected.

6. The garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The upper valve housing forms a first stop surface on the side facing the lower valve housing, and the lower valve housing forms a second stop surface on the side facing the upper valve housing. A first stop rib is arranged around one of the first stop surface and the second stop surface, and a first sealing member is arranged around the other to cooperate with the first stop rib.

7. The garment processing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, The valve core includes: A pivoting part, which is pivotally connected to the upper valve housing; A valve core body, which is connected to the pivot portion and is adapted to close the water inlet portion under the action of the pivot portion; wherein the extension direction of the pivot portion is orthogonal to the extension direction of the water inlet portion.

8. The garment processing equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The lower valve housing is provided with a valve core mounting groove, the pivoting part is pivotally disposed in the valve core mounting groove, and a second stop rib is provided in the valve core mounting groove; The valve assembly further includes: an elastic element disposed on at least a portion of the outer periphery of the pivot portion and abutting against the second stop rib, the elastic element being adapted to push the valve core body against the end of the water inlet portion to seal the water inlet portion.

9. The garment processing equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that, The valve assembly also includes: A second seal is disposed on the side of the valve core body facing the water inlet and is adapted to seal the water inlet when the valve core body abuts against the end of the water inlet.

10. The garment processing equipment according to claim 9, characterized in that, The end of the water inlet portion forms a mating end face that mates with the valve core body, and the mating end face is inclined toward the axis of the upper valve housing in a direction away from the pivot portion.

11. The garment processing equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The water storage box has a water storage cavity inside, and the one-way valve is disposed in the water storage box; A connecting pipe is connected to the second outlet and can optionally be connected to the water storage box.

12. The garment processing equipment according to claim 11, characterized in that, The water storage box includes: The water box body has a water storage cavity formed inside it, and a drain outlet is provided on the top of the water box body. The drain outlet can be optionally connected to the connecting pipe. An exhaust pipe, one end of which is located at the drain outlet, and the other end extends toward the bottom of the water storage chamber.

13. The garment processing equipment according to claim 12, characterized in that, The water storage box also includes: A third sealing element is disposed at the drain outlet and covers the peripheral wall surface of the drain outlet. The third sealing element is adapted to seal the gap between the connecting pipe and the drain outlet when the drain outlet is in communication with the connecting pipe.

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