Electric cooking appliance and control method

Abstract

The invention discloses a cooking electric appliance and a control method. The cooking electric appliance comprises a cavity provided with a cooking cavity and an opening, and the opening is communicated with the cooking cavity; the door body is rotatably connected with the cavity and is used for opening and closing the cooking cavity; and the timing assembly comprises a timer and a pushing piece, the timer is connected with the pushing piece, and the timer is used for setting the moisture removal duration and enabling the pushing piece to enable the door body to open the opening during the moisture removal duration. According to the cooking electric appliance, the timer can enable the pushing piece to enable the door body to open the opening during the moisture removal time, and moisture in the cooking cavity can be discharged from the opening during the moisture removal time, so that the food cooking effect can be improved to a certain extent, and the use experience problem that steam faces the face is solved.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of household appliances, in particular to a cooking appliance and a control method. BACKGROUND

[0002] In the related art, because of the strong sealing property of the steam oven, the moisture in the food cannot be quickly discharged outside the cavity during the user uses the baking function to cook the food, resulting in a large cooking humidity, and there are problems such as low cooking success rate, poor effect, and non-crispy food. In addition, after the user uses the steam function to cook the food, the humidity in the cavity is very large, and there is a problem of steam hitting the face at the moment of opening the door. SUMMARY

[0003] The present application provides a cooking appliance and a control method to solve at least one of the above technical problems.

[0004] A cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present application comprises:

[0005] a cavity, the cavity being provided with a cooking cavity and an opening, the opening being communicated with the cooking cavity;

[0006] a door body, the door body being rotatably connected to the cavity and being used to open and close the cooking cavity;

[0007] a timing assembly, the timing assembly comprising a timer and a pushing member, the timer being connected to the pushing member, the timer being used to set a dehumidification time and to make the pushing member open the opening by the door body within the dehumidification time.

[0008] In the above cooking appliance, the timer can make the pushing member open the opening by the door body within the dehumidification time, and the humidity in the cooking cavity can be discharged from the opening within the dehumidification time, so that the cooking effect of the food material and the problem of steam hitting the face can be improved to a certain extent.

[0009] In some embodiments, the timing assembly comprises a transmission member, the transmission member being connected to the timer and the pushing member, the timer being used to rotate the transmission member in a first direction to drive the pushing member to push away the door body during setting of the dehumidification time.

[0010] During the countdown of the dehumidification time, the transmission member is rotated in a second direction to drive the pushing member to recover to close the opening by the door body, the first direction being opposite to the second direction.

[0011] In some embodiments, the timing component includes a transmission element connected to the timer and the pusher element. The timer is used to rotate the transmission element in a first direction after the dehumidification duration is set, thereby driving the pusher element to open the door.

[0012] At the end of the dehumidification period, the transmission component is rotated in the second direction to drive the pusher component to retract and close the door opening. The first direction is opposite to the second direction.

[0013] In some embodiments, the transmission element includes a lead screw.

[0014] In some embodiments, the timing component includes a bracket with a mounting hole, one end of the lead screw is rotatably mounted in the mounting hole, the other end of the lead screw is connected to the timer, and the pusher is sleeved on the lead screw and threadedly connected to the lead screw.

[0015] In some embodiments, the pusher includes a nut, a connecting portion, and a push rod, wherein the nut and the push rod are respectively connected to opposite ends of the connecting portion, the nut is sleeved on the lead screw and threadedly connected to the lead screw, and the push rod is located on the surface of the connecting portion facing the door body.

[0016] In some embodiments, the cavity is provided with a limiting hole that extends along the length of the lead screw, and the pusher passes through the limiting hole.

[0017] A control method according to an embodiment of the present invention is used in any of the cooking appliances described in the above embodiments, the control method comprising:

[0018] The timer acquires the dehumidification duration;

[0019] The timer causes the pusher to open the door during the dehumidification period.

[0020] In some embodiments, the timer includes a timing knob, and the dehumidification duration is determined by rotating the timing knob a certain angle in a first direction when the timer is operated.

[0021] In some embodiments, the rotation angle of the timer knob along the first direction is positively correlated with the dehumidification duration and the opening angle of the door.

[0022] In some embodiments, the control method includes:

[0023] During the operation of the cooking appliance when the door is closed and the opening is shut, a dehumidification reminder message is issued.

[0024] 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

[0025] 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, wherein:

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention in the dehumidification state when the door is open;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cooking appliance of the present invention in the closed state;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention in the dehumidification state with the door open;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the timing component of the present invention in the dehumidification state when the door is pushed open;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of the cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention in the closed state;

[0031] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the timing component of the present invention in the closed state;

[0032] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the timing component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figures 8 to 9 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] Explanation of key figure labels:

[0035] Cooking appliance 1, cavity 11, door 12, timer assembly 13, cooking cavity 111, opening 112, limiting hole 113, timer 131, pusher 132, transmission component 133, bracket 134, timer knob 1311, nut 1321, connecting part 1322, push rod 1323, lead screw 1331, mounting hole 1341. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To make the above-mentioned objects, features, and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention can be practiced in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0037] 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.

[0038] 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 technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0039] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0040] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0041] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0042] 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 embodiments of the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the embodiments of the present invention.

[0043] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 This invention provides a cooking appliance 1 in certain embodiments. The cooking appliance 1 includes a cavity 11, a door 12, and a timing assembly 13. The timing assembly 13 includes a timer 131 and a pusher 132. The cavity 11 has a cooking chamber 111 and an opening 112, the opening 112 communicating with the cooking chamber 111. The door 12 is rotatably connected to the cavity 11 and is used to open and close the cooking chamber 111. The timer 131 is connected to the pusher 132, and the timer 131 is used to set a dehumidification duration and cause the pusher 132 to open the door 12 and the opening 112 during the dehumidification duration.

[0044] Optionally, the cooking appliance 1 may include, but is not limited to, ovens, steam ovens, steam ovens, microwave ovens, rice cookers, slow cookers, air fryers, bread makers, and multi-functional cooking pots.

[0045] Specifically, the door 12 is used to open and close the cooking chamber 111. The door 12 ensures that the cooking chamber 111 is sealed during operation, thereby preventing heat and steam leakage and improving cooking efficiency and results. The chamber 11 includes cooking components, such as heating elements, sensors, and controllers. The chamber 11 can cook food placed inside the cooking chamber 111 through the cooking components.

[0046] The door 12 and the cavity 11 are connected by a hinge. Optionally, the hinge includes a body and a hinge arm. A first damper and a second damper are provided inside the body. The body is fixedly connected to the cavity 11, and the hinge arm is fixedly connected to the door 12. When the cooking appliance 1 is in the closed state, the angle between the body and the hinge arm is 90 degrees. During the opening of the door 12, the angle between the body and the hinge arm is 90+X degrees, where X is the opening angle of the door 12. When X is greater than a set value, there is a damping return force from the first damper that opens the door 12; when X is less than the set value, there is a damping return force from the second damper that closes the door 12. For example, the set value can be 20 degrees.

[0047] Optionally, timer 131 can be a mechanical timer or an electronic timer. In one embodiment, the mechanical timer includes a timing knob 1311, a gear system, and a spring. When the user rotates the timing knob 1311 to set the dehumidification duration, the internal spring and gear system are driven, and the spring is wound up, storing mechanical energy. When the user releases the timing knob 1311, timer 131 begins to count down. During the countdown of the dehumidification duration, the stored mechanical energy is used to drive the gear system to rotate slowly. The speed of the gear system can be constant, thereby realizing the countdown operation. There are several ways to keep the speed of the gear system constant under the drive of mechanical energy. For example, the speed of the gear system can be controlled by designing the gear ratio, by using an escape mechanism, or by using a speed regulating wheel.

[0048] In one embodiment, the electronic timer includes a driver that actuates the pusher 132 to open the door 12 at the opening 112 for dehumidification. The user can set the dehumidification duration via various input methods such as a timer knob 1311, a touchscreen, or buttons. After the dehumidification duration is set, the controller controls the driver to actuate the pusher 132 to perform the set dehumidification duration. After the dehumidification duration ends, the controller actuates the pusher 132 to close the door 12 at the opening 112, thus achieving timed dehumidification. The controller can be the controller of the timer component 13 or the controller of the cooking appliance 1. Exemplarily, the driver can be a motor.

[0049] In the aforementioned cooking appliance 1, the timer 131 can cause the pusher 132 to open the door 12 opening 112 during the dehumidification period, so that the moisture in the cooking cavity 111 can be discharged from the opening 112 during the dehumidification period, thereby improving the cooking effect of the food to a certain extent and alleviating the problem of steam blowing onto the face.

[0050] Furthermore, please combine Figures 3 to 6In some embodiments, the timing component 13 includes a transmission component 133, which is connected to a timer 131 and a pusher 132. The timer 131 is used to rotate the transmission component 133 in a first direction during the setting of the dehumidification duration so as to drive the pusher 132 to push open the door 12.

[0051] During the countdown of dehumidification time, the transmission component 133 is rotated in the second direction to drive the pusher component 132 to retract and close the door 12 opening 112. The first direction is opposite to the second direction.

[0052] Specifically, the transmission component 133 is connected to the timer 131 and the pusher 132 respectively. When the user rotates the timer knob 1311 to set the dehumidification time, the rotating timer knob 1311 drives the transmission component 133 to rotate, which in turn drives the pusher 132, causing the pusher 132 to push open the door 12 to open the opening 112 for dehumidification operation.

[0053] During the countdown of the dehumidification time, the mechanical energy stored in the wound spring drives the transmission component 133 through the drive gear system, which in turn drives the push component 132 to retract. Since the speed of the gear system is constant under the drive of mechanical energy, the retraction speed of the push component 132 driven by the gear system is constant, thereby ensuring the effectiveness of the dehumidification time setting and ensuring that the cooking appliance 1 dehumidifies for a sufficient period of time.

[0054] The first direction is the direction in which the pusher 132 can open the door 12. For example, the first direction is clockwise. When the user rotates the timer knob 1311 clockwise, the timer knob 1311 drives the transmission component 133 to rotate. Under the rotation of the transmission component 133, the pusher 132 gradually pushes open the door 12 to open the opening 112 for dehumidification. The second direction is the direction in which the pusher 132 can retract. For example, the second direction is counterclockwise. When the timer knob 1311 drives the transmission component 133 to rotate counterclockwise, the pusher 132 gradually retracts under the rotation of the transmission component 133 to close the opening 112.

[0055] In the above embodiment, the rotational motion of the timing knob 1311 is accurately transmitted to the pusher 132 through the transmission component 133, thereby realizing the opening and closing operation of the door 12 and realizing the timed dehumidification operation, which improves the cooking effect of food and the user experience of steam blowing on the face to a certain extent.

[0056] In one embodiment, during the process of the transmission member 133 rotating in the second direction to drive the pusher 132 to retract and close the opening 112 of the door body 12, since the opening angle X of the door body 12 is less than a set value, there is a damping rebound force of the second damper that closes the door body 12. During the retraction of the pusher 132, the door body 12 closes the opening 112 under the action of the second damper.

[0057] Furthermore, please combine Figures 3 to 6 In some embodiments, the timing component 13 includes a transmission component 133, which is connected to a timer 131 and a pusher 132. The timer 131 is used to rotate the transmission component 133 in a first direction after the dehumidification time is set, so as to drive the pusher 132 to push open the door 12.

[0058] At the end of the dehumidification period, the transmission component 133 is rotated in the second direction to drive the pusher component 132 to retract and close the door 12 opening 112. The first direction is opposite to the second direction.

[0059] Specifically, the transmission component 133 is connected to the timer 131 and the pusher component 132. The user can set the dehumidification duration by rotating the timer knob 1311 or touching the button. After setting, the driver of the timer 131 drives the transmission component 133 to rotate under the control of the controller, thereby driving the pusher component 132 to push open the door 12 and open the opening 112 for dehumidification. After the dehumidification operation is completed, that is, when the dehumidification duration ends, the driver of the timer 131 drives the transmission component 133 to rotate under the control of the controller, thereby driving the pusher component 132 to retract and close the door 12 and the opening 112.

[0060] The first direction is the direction in which the pusher 132 can open the door 12. For example, the first direction is clockwise. Under the control of the controller, the drive member rotates the transmission member 133 clockwise, and the pusher 132 pushes open the door 12 to open the opening 112 for dehumidification. The second direction is the direction in which the pusher 132 can retract. For example, the second direction is counterclockwise. Under the control of the controller, the drive member rotates the transmission member 133 counterclockwise, and the pusher 132 retracts to close the opening 112.

[0061] In the above embodiment, the rotational motion of the timer 131 driving component is accurately transmitted to the pusher 132 through the transmission component 133, thereby realizing the opening and closing operation of the door 12 and realizing the timed dehumidification operation, which improves the cooking effect of food and the user experience of steam blowing on the face to a certain extent.

[0062] Furthermore, please combine Figure 7In some embodiments, the transmission element 133 includes a lead screw 1331.

[0063] Specifically, the lead screw 1331 is a threaded rod used to convert rotary motion into linear motion.

[0064] In the above embodiment, the rotational motion of the timing knob 1311 or the drive component is converted into the linear motion of the pusher 132 by the lead screw 1331, thereby realizing the opening and closing operation of the door 12 and realizing the timed dehumidification operation, which improves the cooking effect of food and the user experience of steam blowing on the face to a certain extent.

[0065] Furthermore, please combine Figure 7 In some embodiments, the timing component 13 includes a bracket 134 with a mounting hole 1341. One end of a lead screw 1331 is rotatably mounted in the mounting hole 1341, and the other end of the lead screw 1331 is connected to a timer 131. A pusher 132 is sleeved on the lead screw 1331 and threadedly connected to the lead screw 1331.

[0066] Specifically, bracket 134 is fixed to cavity 11 to fix lead screw 1331. Lead screw 1331 has threads. When timer 131 drives lead screw 1331 to rotate, push member 132 sleeved on lead screw 1331 can move along the length of lead screw 1331 under the action of threads. For example, timer 131 is a mechanical timer. When the user rotates the timer knob 1311, it drives lead screw 1331 to rotate. Push member 132 moves along lead screw 1331 under the action of threads to push open door 12 and open opening 112. After the user releases his hand, the mechanical energy stored in the spring of the mechanical timer drives the gear system to drive lead screw 1331 to rotate at a constant speed. Push member 132 moves along lead screw 1331 under the action of threads to retract and close opening 112.

[0067] In the above embodiment, fixing the lead screw 1331 with the bracket 134 ensures that the lead screw 1331 rotates stably without shifting due to external forces or vibrations, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the entire timing assembly 13. At the same time, the threaded drive of the lead screw 1331 can efficiently convert the rotational energy of the timer 131 into the linear motion of the pusher 132, reducing energy loss.

[0068] Furthermore, please combine Figure 7 In some embodiments, the pusher 132 includes a nut 1321, a connecting part 1322 and a push rod 1323. The nut 1321 and the push rod 1323 are respectively connected to the two opposite ends of the connecting part 1322. The nut 1321 is sleeved on the lead screw 1331 and threadedly connected to the lead screw 1331. The push rod 1323 is located on the surface of the connecting part 1322 facing the door body 12.

[0069] Specifically, the inner side of the nut 1321 has an internal thread that meshes with the thread on the surface of the lead screw 1331. When the timer 131 drives the lead screw 1331 to rotate, the nut 1321 sleeved on the lead screw 1331 moves along the lead screw 1331 and drives the push rod 1323 to move synchronously through the connecting part 1322, so that the push rod 1323 pushes open the door 12 or retracts.

[0070] Optionally, the speed of the pusher 132 moving along the length of the lead screw 1331 can be precisely controlled by adjusting the thread lead of the lead screw 1331 and the nut 1321 (i.e., the distance the pusher 132 moves per revolution of the thread).

[0071] In the above embodiment, through precise thread design, the nut 1321 and the lead screw 1331 work together to efficiently convert rotary motion into linear motion, reducing energy loss and improving transmission efficiency. Simultaneously, the connecting part 1322 transmits the movement of the nut 1321 to the door body 12 via the push rod 1323, ensuring that the push rod 1323 moves synchronously during the movement of the nut 1321, thereby achieving effective pushing or retracting of the door body 12 by the push rod 1323. Furthermore, positioning the push rod 1323 on the surface of the connecting part 1322 facing the door body 12 ensures that the door body 12 is pushed open by the pusher 132, improving the effectiveness of the dehumidification operation.

[0072] Furthermore, please combine Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the cavity 11 is provided with a limiting hole 113, which extends along the length direction of the lead screw 1331, and the pusher 132 passes through the limiting hole 113.

[0073] Specifically, the limiting hole 113 matches the bottom of the pusher 132. During the movement of the pusher 132 along the length of the lead screw 1331, the bottom of the pusher 132 is limited within the limiting hole 113. Because friction may exist when the internal thread of the nut 1321 of the pusher 132 interacts with the thread on the surface of the lead screw 1331, the pusher 132 may rotate along the lead screw 1331 while moving along its length. Therefore, when the pusher 132 moves along the length of the lead screw 1331, the limiting hole 113 prevents the pusher 132 from rotating along the lead screw 1331 due to friction.

[0074] In the above embodiments, the movement of the pusher 132 is restricted by the limiting hole 113 to ensure that the pusher 132 does not rotate along the lead screw 1331 due to friction, thereby avoiding damage to the cavity 11 due to the rotation of the pusher 132 or preventing the push rod 1323 from being unable to push open the door 12 due to the rotation of the pusher 132.

[0075] Please see Figure 8 The control method of this invention is used in the cooking appliance 1 of any of the above embodiments, and the control method includes:

[0076] Step S1: Timer 131 acquires the dehumidification duration;

[0077] In step S2, timer 131 causes pusher 132 to open door 12 during dehumidification period.

[0078] Specifically, users can set the dehumidification time by rotating the timer knob 1311 or by touching the buttons, according to their cooking needs. When users manually rotate the timer knob 1311 to set the desired dehumidification time, the timer 131 has a scale or time indicator to show the relationship between the rotation angle and the set time. When users set the desired dehumidification time by touching the buttons, the timer 131 has function buttons for increasing or decreasing the time, buttons for the corresponding duration (e.g., 1 minute, 5 minutes, or 10 minutes), and / or a confirmation button.

[0079] In the above control method, the timer 131 can be used to set the dehumidification time and cause the pusher 132 to open the door 12 opening 112 during the dehumidification time. The moisture in the cooking cavity 111 can be discharged from the opening 112 during the dehumidification time, which can improve the cooking effect of the food to a certain extent and the problem of steam blowing on the face.

[0080] Furthermore, please combine Figure 7 In some embodiments, the timer 131 includes a timing knob 1311, and the dehumidification duration is determined by rotating the timing knob 1311 a certain angle in a first direction when it is operated.

[0081] Specifically, the angle at which the timer knob 1311 rotates in the first direction is proportional to the set dehumidification time. For example, when the timer knob 1311 rotates in the first direction at an angle of 30 degrees, the set dehumidification time is 5 minutes; when the timer knob 1311 rotates in the first direction at an angle of 60 degrees, the set dehumidification time is 15 minutes, etc.

[0082] In the above implementation, the dehumidification time is set by rotating the angle, which allows users to intuitively understand the set time length and improves the user experience.

[0083] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the rotation angle of the timer knob 1311 along the first direction is positively correlated with the dehumidification duration and the opening angle of the door 12.

[0084] Specifically, the greater the rotation angle of the timer knob 1311 along the first direction, the greater the opening angle of the door 12.

[0085] In the above embodiment, the rotation angle of the timer knob 1311 along the first direction is positively correlated with the opening angle of the door 12, allowing users to flexibly adjust the dehumidification effect as needed, thus improving the application flexibility of the cooking appliance 1.

[0086] Furthermore, please combine Figure 9 In some implementations, the control method includes:

[0087] Step S0: During the operation of the cooking appliance 1 with the door 12 closed and the opening 112 closed, a dehumidification reminder message is issued.

[0088] Specifically, before cooking begins, the user can set a cooking program on the touchscreen of the terminal device or cooking appliance 1. The cooking program may include cooking time and when to issue a dehumidification reminder. For example, during or after cooking, cooking appliance 1 can issue a dehumidification reminder based on the current cooking program. The dehumidification reminder may include, but is not limited to, the current cooking mode (steaming, baking, or slow cooking, etc.), the current humidity level, the recommended dehumidification time, or steps for the dehumidification operation. Optionally, the dehumidification reminder can be issued via a buzzer, indicator light, or digital display screen, or it can be sent to the terminal device via wireless communication. Optionally, the terminal device may include, but is not limited to, smartphones, tablets, smart wearable devices (such as smartwatches, smart helmets, smart glasses, etc.), personal computers, servers, etc.

[0089] In one embodiment, after receiving a dehumidification reminder, the user can go to the cooking appliance 1 and manually rotate the timer knob 1311 to set the dehumidification duration. During manual rotation of the timer knob 1311, the pusher 132 gradually pushes open the door 12 to open the opening 112 for dehumidification. Afterwards, the user releases the timer knob 1311 to complete the dehumidification duration setting. The timer 131 counts down; during the countdown, the timer knob 1131 rotates in the opposite direction to drive the transmission component 133 to gradually retract, causing the door 12 to slowly close the opening 112.

[0090] In the above embodiments, the dehumidification reminder function improves the convenience of user operation and the intelligence level of the device, so that users do not have to worry about forgetting the dehumidification operation during the cooking process.

[0091] 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 an embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present 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.

[0092] Any process or method description in the flowchart or otherwise herein can be understood as representing a module, segment, or portion of code comprising one or more steps for implementing a particular logical function or process, and the scope of the preferred embodiments of the invention includes additional implementations in which functions may be performed not in the order shown or discussed, including substantially simultaneously or in reverse order depending on the functions involved, as will be understood by those skilled in the art to which embodiments of the invention pertain.

[0093] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, combinations, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cooking appliance, characterized in that, include: A cavity, the cavity having a cooking chamber and an opening, the opening communicating with the cooking chamber; A door body, rotatably connected to the cavity, and used to open and close the cooking cavity; A timing component, comprising a timer and a pusher, wherein the timer is connected to the pusher and the timer is used to set a dehumidification duration and cause the pusher to open the door during the dehumidification duration.

2. The cooking electrical appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that, The timing component includes a transmission component, which connects the timer and the pusher. The timer is used to rotate the transmission component in a first direction during the setting of the dehumidification duration, thereby driving the pusher to open the door. During the countdown of the dehumidification period, the transmission component is rotated in the second direction to drive the pusher component to retract and close the door opening. The first direction is opposite to the second direction.

3. The cooking electrical appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that, The timing component includes a transmission component, which connects the timer and the pusher. The timer is used to rotate the transmission component in a first direction after the dehumidification duration is set, thereby driving the pusher to open the door. At the end of the dehumidification period, the transmission component is rotated in the second direction to drive the pusher component to retract and close the door opening. The first direction is opposite to the second direction.

4. The cooking electrical appliance according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The transmission component includes a lead screw.

5. The cooking electrical appliance according to claim 4, characterized in that, The timing component includes a bracket with a mounting hole. One end of the lead screw is rotatably mounted in the mounting hole, and the other end of the lead screw is connected to the timer. The pusher is sleeved on the lead screw and threadedly connected to the lead screw.

6. The cooking electrical appliance according to claim 5, characterized in that, The pushing component includes a nut, a connecting part, and a push rod. The nut and the push rod are respectively connected to the two opposite ends of the connecting part. The nut is sleeved on the lead screw and threadedly connected to the lead screw. The push rod is located on the surface of the connecting part facing the door body.

7. The cooking electrical appliance according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cavity is provided with a limiting hole, which extends along the length of the lead screw, and the pusher passes through the limiting hole.

8. A control method for a cooking appliance as claimed in any one of the claims 1-7, characterized in that, The control method includes: The timer acquires the dehumidification duration; The timer causes the pusher to open the door during the dehumidification period.

9. The control method according to claim 8, characterized by, The timer includes a timing knob, and the dehumidification duration is determined by rotating the timing knob a certain angle in a first direction when the timer is operated.

10. The control method according to claim 9, characterized by The rotation angle of the timer knob along the first direction is positively correlated with the dehumidification duration and the opening angle of the door.

11. The control method according to claim 8, characterized by, The control method includes: During the operation of the cooking appliance when the door is closed and the opening is shut, a dehumidification reminder message is issued.

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