Washing machine

Abstract

The invention discloses a washing machine. The washing machine comprises a water containing barrel, and the side wall is provided with an overflow channel; the disc seat is provided with a water inlet; and two ends of the connecting pipe are respectively communicated with the overflow channel and the water inlet. According to the washing machine, the connecting pipe is additionally arranged and connected with the overflow channel in the washing machine, and after the clothes dryer located above the washing machine discharges condensate water, the condensate water is guided to the water inlet of the disc base through the drainage pipe of the clothes dryer and then guided into the overflow channel through the connecting pipe, and then the condensate water is discharged through the overflow channel. Through the pipeline design of the connecting pipe and the overflow channel, in the condensate water diversion process, condensate water is guided out through the connecting pipe and the overflow channel in sequence, a drainage pipeline is simplified, and the internal space of the disc base is saved; and meanwhile, through connection of the connecting pipe, extension installation is facilitated, and the installation flexibility is improved.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application belongs to the technical field of household appliances, and particularly relates to a washing machine. BACKGROUND

[0002] In the prior art, a washing machine is a household appliance for washing clothes, and a clothes dryer is a household appliance for drying wet clothes washed. Recently, it has become a main trend to use a washing machine and a clothes dryer in combination. In order to save installation space, a layout in which a washing machine and a clothes dryer are stacked one above the other (upper clothes dryer and lower washing machine) is generally adopted.

[0003] For the stacked layout of the upper clothes dryer and the lower washing machine, the existing drainage solutions are as follows: one is to install a tee at a floor drain, and the clothes dryer and the washing machine are connected to the tee drainage through respective drainage pipes. This way requires the user to purchase a tee, reform the drainage, and simultaneously increases a pipe at the floor drain, and the installation is relatively complex. The other is to guide the condensate water of the clothes dryer to the water inlet on the disc seat of the washing machine, and then guide the condensate water to the overflow port of the washing machine through the flow guide structure in the disc seat, so that the condensate water is discharged through the overflow port. Since the overflow port of the washing machine is usually arranged on the outer tub, and there is a certain horizontal distance between the overflow port and the water inlet on the disc seat module, the flow guide structure needs to occupy a certain space in the disc seat. However, in recent years, the space in the disc seat is very tight, and functional modules such as an automatic dispensing module and a water pump module often need to be installed in the disc seat, so that this condensate water discharge mode has certain use limitations.

[0004] In view of this, the present application is proposed. SUMMARY

[0005] The technical problem solved by the present application is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, and provide a washing machine. The water inlet and the overflow channel of the disc seat are connected through a connecting pipe. In the process of guiding the condensate water, the condensate water is guided out through the connecting pipe and the overflow channel in turn, the drainage pipe is simplified, and the internal space of the disc seat is saved. At the same time, the connecting pipe is connected, which is convenient for extension and improves the installation flexibility.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the basic idea of the technical solution of the present application is as follows:

[0007] A washing machine comprises

[0008] a water tub provided with an overflow channel;

[0009] a disc seat provided with a water inlet;

[0010] a connecting pipe, two ends of which are respectively connected to the overflow channel and the water inlet.

[0011] Further, a water guide mechanism is arranged in the disc seat.

[0012] The water guide mechanism is in communication with the water inlet, and the connecting pipe is connected with the water outlet;

[0013] Preferably, the water outlet of the water guide mechanism is located at the bottom or side of the disc seat;

[0014] Preferably, the water guide mechanism is vertically arranged in the disc seat, and the water outlet is arranged at the lower end.

[0015] Further, the water guide mechanism is located at the outer periphery of the water tub, and the connecting pipe extends inwardly to the overflow passage;

[0016] Preferably, the water guide mechanism is located at the edge of the disc seat and is arranged adjacent to the overflow passage.

[0017] Further, the water guide mechanism comprises a water storage compartment and a flow channel, the water storage compartment is in communication with the water inlet, the water storage compartment is provided with an overflow groove, the water outlet is located in the flow channel, and the overflow groove is in communication with the flow channel;

[0018] Preferably, the water storage compartment is cylindrical;

[0019] Preferably, a plurality of support ribs are annularly arranged at the bottom of the water storage compartment, and each support rib is arranged obliquely.

[0020] Further, the water guide mechanism is provided with an overflow port, and the overflow port is located in the flow channel;

[0021] Preferably, the overflow port is arranged close to the water outlet.

[0022] Further, the water guide mechanism further comprises a flow guide passage arranged to extend downward from the overflow port.

[0023] Further, the disc seat is provided with a transversely extending splash-proof plate located below the overflow port, and the connecting pipe is arranged to pass through the splash-proof plate.

[0024] Further, the disc seat is provided with a through opening;

[0025] The water guide mechanism further comprises an inwardly recessed mounting chamber in communication with the through opening, for the rotation of the rotating shaft connecting portion of the cover of the washing machine;

[0026] The flow channel is arranged to extend forward from the water storage compartment, and the mounting chamber is located at one side of the flow channel.

[0027] Further, the disc seat is provided with a rotating shaft fixing portion; the mounting chamber and the flow channel are arranged adjacent to each other, the flow channel is located in the disc seat and below the rotating shaft fixing portion.

[0028] Furthermore, the water guiding mechanism also includes a terminal chamber located on the side of the water guiding mechanism opposite to the water inlet, for installing the terminals of the drain pump.

[0029] By adopting the above technical solution, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art.

[0030] The washing machine of this invention has a water guiding mechanism on one side of the tray. After the condensate from the dryer is introduced into the tray, it is then guided out through the water guiding structure within the mechanism to the outlet of the water guiding mechanism. The outlet is connected to the overflow channel of the washing machine via a connecting pipe. The condensate from the washing machine is discharged through the drain pipe, and the overflow channel is connected to the drain pipe, finally being discharged together through the washing machine's drain pipe. Through the connecting pipe and the water guiding structure within the water guiding mechanism, the condensate from the dryer flows vertically into the overflow channel, simplifying the drainage pipeline and saving internal space in the tray.

[0031] The specific embodiments of the present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0032] The accompanying drawings, as part of this invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the invention are used to explain the invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without creative effort. In the drawings:

[0033] Figure 1 This is an installation diagram of the washing machine of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 2 This is the present invention. Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0035] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the washing machine of the present invention from another angle;

[0036] Figure 4 This is a front view of the installation structure of the washing machine of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 5 This is the present invention. Figure 4 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0038] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the washing machine of the present invention after the washing machine shell and the tray are hidden;

[0039] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection of the connecting pipe, water guiding mechanism, and splash guard of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 8 This is a top view of the water guiding mechanism of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 9 This is an isometric view of the water guiding mechanism of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 10 This is an isometric view of the water guiding mechanism of the present invention from another angle;

[0043] Figure 11 This is a bottom view of the water guiding mechanism of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the connecting pipe and the water guiding mechanism of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 13 This is the invention Figure 9 A schematic diagram from another angle.

[0046] In the diagram: 1. Drain pipe; 2. Overflow channel; 3. Connecting pipe; 4. Housing; 5. Connector; 6. Plate base; 7. Water guiding mechanism; 71. Inlet; 72. Outlet; 73. Water storage tank; 74. Flow channel; 75. Ear plate; 76. Overflow trough; 77. Flow guiding channel; 78. Terminal chamber; 79. Mounting chamber; 710. Through hole; 711. Support part; 712. Overflow port; 713. Through port; 8. Splash guard; 9. Angle plate; 10. On / off mechanism; 11. Support rib; 12. Water tank; 13. Rotary shaft fixing part.

[0047] It should be noted that these accompanying drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of the invention to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0048] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0049] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are 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 limiting this invention.

[0050] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0051] In this embodiment, the washing machine is mainly used in conjunction with a dryer, with the dryer positioned above the washing machine (in a stacked layout). The washing machine can be either a top-loading or front-loading model. Specifically, the positions of the dryer and washing machine are determined by a support bracket, with the dryer placed above the bracket and the washing machine below. When the washing machine is a top-loading type, sufficient space must be ensured between the top of the washing machine and the support bracket to allow the washing machine's lid to be opened.

[0052] like Figures 1 to 13 As shown, the washing machine of the present invention includes a water tank 12, a tray 6 and a connecting pipe 3. The water tank 12 is provided with an overflow channel 2, and the tray 6 is provided with a water inlet 71. The two ends of the connecting pipe 3 are respectively connected to the overflow channel 2 and the water inlet 71.

[0053] In this embodiment, after the condensate from the dryer is discharged, it enters the connecting pipe 3 through the inlet 71, and then flows into the overflow channel 2 through the connecting pipe 3. Since the overflow channel 2 is connected to the drain pipe 1 of the washing machine, the condensate from the dryer and the washing machine can be collected in the drain pipe 1 and finally flow into the floor drain together through the drain pipe 1. Through the connecting pipe 3, the condensate from the dryer flows vertically to the overflow channel 2, simplifying the drainage pipeline and saving internal space of the tray 6.

[0054] In this embodiment, the drainage design of the overflow channel 2, connecting pipe 3, and drain pipe 1 allows the overflow channel 2 of the washing machine to collect the condensate from the dryer, eliminating the need for a separate dryer pipe at the floor drain. This simplifies the drainage structure and also enables single-outlet drainage for stacked dryers and washing machines, reducing installation difficulty for users. Furthermore, the connecting pipe 3 facilitates extension and improves installation flexibility.

[0055] In this embodiment, the overflow of the washing machine refers to the process of adding water into the washing machine while rinsing clothes. The water surface is filled with foam or washing water generated during rinsing, and then flows out of the water tank 12 through the overflow port above the water tank 12 to prevent the foam from falling onto the clothes again.

[0056] The overflow channel 2 is a conduit used to guide the foam inside the water tank 12. In this embodiment, the overflow channel 2 can be a pipe or a chamber integrally formed with the water tank 12.

[0057] In this embodiment, the overflow channel 2 consists of a water collection box and an overflow pipe. Foam first enters the water collection box through the overflow port at the top of the water tank 12, and then enters the overflow pipe. Furthermore, the connecting pipe 3 is connected to the overflow pipe, allowing condensate to enter the overflow pipe through the connecting pipe 3 and then be discharged.

[0058] In this embodiment, the drain outlet of the washing machine is a channel for draining condensate from the washing machine. The water outlet of the dryer is a channel for draining condensate from the dryer.

[0059] In this embodiment, the water tank 12 is installed inside the housing 4, the washing machine tray 6 is installed on the top of the housing 4, the tray 6 has a notch and communicates with the water tank 12 for loading clothes, and the washing machine cover is installed on the tray 6.

[0060] In this embodiment, the base 6 is mainly used to fix and install control components, i.e. electrical components, such as computer boards, water level switches, power switches, micro switches, reed switches, safety switches, stop switches, water inlet switches, water inlet valves, etc.

[0061] In this embodiment, the tray base 6 can be applied to both top-loading washing machines and front-loading washing machines.

[0062] In this embodiment, the washing machine casing 4 refers to the outermost box of the washing machine, which is used to install the water tank 12, transmission system, impeller, etc.

[0063] In this embodiment, a water guiding mechanism 7 is provided inside the tray 6. The water guiding mechanism 7 is connected to the water inlet 71, and the water outlet 72 of the water guiding mechanism 7 is located at the bottom or side of the tray 6. The connecting pipe 3 is connected to the water outlet 72. Due to the design of the water outlet 72, the connecting pipe 3 does not need to pass through the tray 6, thus not occupying the internal space of the tray 6.

[0064] In this embodiment, the water guiding mechanism 7 is vertically arranged inside the plate base 6, and the water outlet 72 is located at the lower end. Preferably, the water guiding mechanism 7 has a structure that is long from front to back and narrow from side to side, thereby minimizing the lateral space occupied by the plate base 6.

[0065] In this embodiment, the connecting pipe 3 can be installed along the inner or outer side of the washing machine housing 4 to accommodate different positions of the water outlet 72 on the tray base 6. Specifically, when the connecting pipe 3 is installed along the outer side of the washing machine housing 4, the installation method is as follows: the water outlet 72 is led out from the side of the tray base 6, the connecting pipe 3 connects to the water outlet 72 from the outside of the washing machine, extends downwards for a certain distance, and then passes through the washing machine housing 4 again to connect with the overflow channel 2.

[0066] When the connecting pipe 3 is installed along the inner side of the washing machine casing 4, the installation method is as follows: the water outlet 72 is led out from the bottom of the tray 6, the connecting pipe 3 is connected to the water outlet 72, and then extends a certain distance inside the washing machine before connecting to the overflow channel 2.

[0067] In this embodiment, preferably, the connecting pipe 3 is installed inside the washing machine, that is, the water outlet 72 is located at the bottom of the tray base 6. This reduces the exposed length of the connecting pipe 3, providing better protection; it also reduces installation difficulty; and it further reduces the length of the connecting pipe 3 used, achieving the shortest possible installation path.

[0068] In this embodiment, the water guiding mechanism 7 can be connected through a flow channel, a chamber, or an internal pipe.

[0069] In this embodiment, the water guiding mechanism 7 is located on the outer periphery of the water tank 12, and the connecting pipe 3 extends inward to the overflow channel 2.

[0070] Furthermore, both the inlet 71 and the outlet 72 are located on the edge of the base 6 and are adjacent to the overflow channel 2. Placing the inlet 71 and the outlet 72 on the edge of the base 6 does not occupy the installation space of the main components inside the base 6; at the same time, the connection pipe 3 is located close to the overflow channel 2, which can reduce the length of the pipeline path.

[0071] In this embodiment, preferably, the connecting pipe 3 is connected to the middle or upper part of the overflow channel 2. This pipe design can further save on the connecting pipe 3 and also save installation space.

[0072] In this embodiment, the middle part of the overflow channel 2 refers to the pipe segment corresponding to the middle third of the overflow channel 2 being divided into three equal sections, and the upper part of the overflow channel 2 refers to the pipe segment corresponding to the top third of the overflow channel 2 being divided into three equal sections.

[0073] In this embodiment, the connection between the connecting pipe 3 and the overflow channel 2 is preferably detachable to facilitate assembly, disassembly, or replacement. Specifically, the connecting pipe 3 and the overflow channel 2 can be connected by a connector 5, which can be a tee or a cross. When a cross is selected, one of the connectors can be sealed with a plug as a spare interface.

[0074] Specifically, during assembly, the connecting pipe 3 is located inside the washing machine, with its two ends connected to the overflow channel 2 and the water guiding mechanism 7, respectively. The condensate drain pipe of the dryer can be selected according to the distance between the dryer's drain outlet and the water guiding mechanism 7 to ensure that the condensate drain pipe of the dryer is connected to the water inlet. When the position of the dryer changes, only the length of the condensate drain pipe of the dryer needs to be adjusted, without affecting the connecting pipe 3.

[0075] In this embodiment, the connecting pipe 3 and the drain pipe 1 can be flexible or rigid pipes. The connecting pipe 3 is preferably a flexible pipe, wherein the flexible pipe can be a corrugated pipe with elasticity. The drain pipe 1 does not change length during use and is located inside the washing machine. The drain pipe 1 is preferably a rigid pipe to ensure connection strength.

[0076] Furthermore, the water guiding mechanism 7 includes a water storage tank 73 and a flow channel 74. The water storage tank 73 is for the condensate drain pipe of the dryer to be inserted. The top of the water storage tank 73 is connected to the water inlet 71, and the water storage tank 73 is connected to the water outlet 72 through the flow channel 74.

[0077] After the dryer discharges condensate, the condensate flows through the dryer's condensate drain pipe into the water storage tank 73, then through the flow channel 74 and the outlet 72 into the overflow channel 2, and finally is discharged through the drain pipe 1. The water storage tank 73 is used to fix the dryer's condensate drain pipe.

[0078] In this embodiment, the water storage tank 73 is preferably cylindrical to facilitate the insertion and fixation of the dryer's condensate drain pipe. When the diameter of the water storage tank 73 is slightly larger than the diameter of the dryer's condensate drain pipe, the dryer's condensate drain pipe and the water storage tank 73 can be directly fixed by insertion.

[0079] Furthermore, the bottom of the water storage tank 73 is provided with multiple supporting ribs 11 arranged in a ring, each rib 11 being inclined. When the end of the dryer's condensate drain pipe is inserted, each supporting rib 11 can clamp the dryer's condensate drain pipe to achieve fixation. At the same time, it can ensure that the end of the dryer's condensate drain pipe is at a certain distance from the bottom of the water storage tank 73, allowing condensate water in the dryer's condensate drain pipe to flow out.

[0080] In this embodiment, an overflow trough 76 is provided on the water storage tank 73. The overflow trough 76 is located at the top of the water storage tank 73 and is connected to the flow channel 74. There is a height difference between the bottom of the overflow trough 76 and the bottom of the water storage tank 73.

[0081] When the condensate drain pipe of the dryer is inserted into the water storage tank 73, the condensate from the dryer will enter the water storage tank 73 through the condensate drain pipe. The condensate will overflow when the height of the condensate in the water storage tank 73 reaches the height of the overflow tank 76 and then enter the flow channel 74.

[0082] The overflow tank 76 is designed to form a water seal structure in the water storage tank 73, ensuring that the drying cycle of the dryer is a closed space and preventing cold air from flowing into the original drying cycle through the condensate drain pipe of the dryer.

[0083] In this embodiment, the height of the side wall of the flow channel 74 should be higher than the lowest point of the overflow tank 76, so that the condensate can accurately enter the flow channel 74 after overflowing from the water storage tank 73, and avoid overflowing into the plate seat 6 because the overflow position is too high and cannot enter the flow channel 74.

[0084] In this embodiment, the flow channel 74 adopts a design that narrows and then widens again, improving the condensate drainage efficiency through two diameter changes. Specifically, the flow channel 74 first narrows, increasing the condensate flow velocity, and then widens again, decreasing the condensate flow velocity and increasing the flow rate. Since the outlet 72 is small, condensate is easily discharged at low flow velocities.

[0085] In this embodiment, the flow channel 74 extends along the width direction of the disc base 6 to connect the inlet 71 and the outlet 72. This ensures connectivity without occupying excessive lateral space in the disc base 6.

[0086] Furthermore, the water guiding mechanism 7 is provided with an overflow port 712, which is located within the flow channel 74. If the outlet 72 is blocked or the flow rate of condensate is too large, the condensate can be discharged in time through the overflow port 712, preventing water from overflowing into the base 6 and contacting electrical components or wiring harnesses, thus providing protection.

[0087] In this embodiment, the overflow port 712 is located close to the water outlet 72, so that the condensate can be discharged in a timely and fast manner, and the condensate can be prevented from accumulating rapidly in the flow channel 74 and overflowing.

[0088] In this embodiment, the water guiding mechanism 7 also includes a guiding channel 77 extending downward from the overflow port 712.

[0089] In this embodiment, a splash guard 8 is installed at the bottom of the tray base 6, and the splash guard 8 is located below the overflow port 712. The splash guard 8 extends laterally along the length of the tray base 6. When condensate drips onto the splash guard 8, the condensate will not splash up and can be discharged from the washing machine through the through holes on the splash guard 8.

[0090] In this embodiment, preferably, the bottom of the guide channel 77 is located close to the splash guard 8, so that condensate can quickly fall from the guide channel 77 onto the splash guard 8.

[0091] Specifically, when the outlet 72 is blocked or the flow of condensate is too large, the condensate enters the guide channel 77 through the overflow port 712. The bottom of the guide channel 77 is open, and the condensate falls from the guide channel 77 onto the splash plate 8 through the opening. Then, it falls through the through hole on the splash plate 8 onto the outside or inside of the water tank 12 and is discharged from the washing machine.

[0092] In this embodiment, when the washing machine is a single-tub type, the condensate will fall along the through hole of the splash guard 8 onto the outside of the water tank 12; when the washing machine is a twin-tub type, the condensate will fall along the through hole of the splash guard 8 onto the inside of the water tank 12, that is, between the inner and outer tubs of the washing machine.

[0093] In this embodiment, the splash guard 8 prevents water from splashing and dripping onto other parts. The principle of the splash guard 8 is to effectively prevent water from splashing or reaching areas that should not be touched by reducing water fluctuations and flow, and through specific design and materials, thereby maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

[0094] In this embodiment, the top of the splash guard 8 is provided with multiple collection chambers, and the bottom of the collection chambers is provided with drain holes. When condensate falls from the guide channel 77, it enters the collection chambers and is finally discharged from the tray 6 through the drain holes.

[0095] In this embodiment, when there is water on the top of the washing machine, water droplets will fall directly into the guide channel 77 through the gap, and then fall from the guide channel 77 onto the splash guard 8. Then, they will fall through the through hole on the splash guard 8 onto the outside of the water tank 12, and finally be discharged from the washing machine.

[0096] In this embodiment, a corner plate 9 is also provided on the side of the splash guard 8 away from the base 6. The corner plate 9 serves as a reinforcement and also facilitates the installation and fixing of the splash guard 8. In this embodiment, the connecting pipe 3 passes through the splash guard 8 and the corner plate 9.

[0097] In this embodiment, the corner plate 9 serves as a support and reinforcement, connecting the tray base 6 and the housing 4. The corner plate 9 can be located at the edge of the splash guard 8 or at its corner. The corner plate 9 is preferably made of metal to ensure connection strength.

[0098] Furthermore, to promptly detect blockages at the outlet 72, a water level sensor can be installed inside the flow channel 74 to transmit the water level value within the flow channel 74 in real time. In this embodiment, the water level sensor, controller, and alarm can be connected together, and the controller can be a PLC controller.

[0099] Specifically, the water level sensor and the alarm are electrically connected. An alarm threshold is set in the controller. When the water level value detected by the water level sensor in the flow channel 74 reaches the alarm threshold, the controller activates the alarm to issue an alarm notification.

[0100] In this embodiment, the connecting pipe 3 can be sequentially installed on the splash guard 8 and the corner plate 9 to make the pipe path of the connecting pipe 3 shorter and save the internal space of the washing machine.

[0101] In this embodiment, the pipeline design of the tray base 6, water guiding mechanism 7, connecting pipe 3 and overflow channel 2 can achieve a shorter drainage path, further saving space and avoiding the functional components of the washing machine.

[0102] Furthermore, the water guiding mechanism 7 also includes a terminal chamber 78 for installing the drain pump terminal, the terminal chamber 78 being located on the side of the water guiding mechanism 7 opposite to the water inlet 71. Specifically, the terminal chamber 78 covers the terminal, leaving only installation space to ensure that when the terminal burns, the flame cannot come into contact with the flammable device.

[0103] In this embodiment, the terminal chamber 78 and the flow channel 74 are located on both sides of the water guiding mechanism 7. On the one hand, the structure of the water guiding mechanism 7 can be fully utilized, making the structure more compact and saving space; on the other hand, the terminal chamber 78 is far away from the flow channel 74, which can play a protective role.

[0104] In this embodiment, considering the special nature of the drainage pump terminal during operation, the water guiding mechanism 7 should be made of high-temperature resistant and non-flammable materials, such as MPPO (polyphenylene oxide) and PC (polycarbonate).

[0105] Furthermore, the tray base 6 has an opening 713, and the water guiding mechanism 7 also includes an installation chamber 79. The installation chamber 79 is recessed inward and communicates with the opening 713. The installation chamber 79 is located on one side of the flow channel 74. The installation chamber 79 allows the rotating shaft connection on the washing machine cover to rotate, thereby enabling the installation of the washing machine cover and further improving practicality and space utilization.

[0106] Furthermore, the top of the base 6 is provided with a rotating shaft fixing part 13, and the mounting chamber 79 and the flow channel 74 are arranged adjacent to each other. The flow channel 74 extends forward from the water storage tank 73 and is located inside the base 6 and below the rotating shaft fixing part 13. With this design, the water guiding mechanism 7 is more compact and saves internal space.

[0107] In this embodiment, the mounting chamber 79 needs to match the shape of the rotating shaft connection part of the washing machine cover. Normally, the washing machine cover will rotate around the rotating shaft at a certain angle when it is opened or closed. Therefore, considering the working characteristics of the washing machine cover, the mounting chamber 79 should be processed into an arc shape.

[0108] In this embodiment, two water guiding mechanisms 7 are provided, which are distributed at intervals and located at both ends of the disk base 6. The water guiding mechanisms 7 are located between the top and bottom of the disk base 6, which can support the disk base 6 and reduce the possibility of the disk base 6 sinking inward.

[0109] In this embodiment, two rotating shaft fixing parts 13 are provided, and the two rotating shaft fixing parts 13 are correspondingly arranged with the two water guiding mechanisms 7. Correspondingly, two rotating shaft connecting parts are installed on the upper cover, which are connected to the rotating shaft fixing parts 13 on the disc base 6. The rotation space provided by the mounting chamber 79 ensures the opening and closing of the upper cover.

[0110] Furthermore, a through hole 710 is provided at the bottom of the mounting chamber 79 so that when water droplets enter the mounting chamber 79, the water droplets can be discharged in time through the through hole 710.

[0111] In this embodiment, multiple chambers are integrated into the water guiding mechanism 7, which realizes multifunctionality, improves practicality, makes the structure more compact, and effectively saves space.

[0112] In this embodiment, a support portion 711 is also provided on one side of the water guiding mechanism 7, and the flow channel 74 is located between the support portion 711 and the mounting chamber 79. The support portion 711 is used for positioning and support.

[0113] In this embodiment, the water guiding mechanism 7 is preferably detachable, and the detachable connection can be a snap-fit ​​connection, a screw connection, a self-tapping screw connection, etc. When a screw connection or a self-tapping screw connection is used, multiple ear plates 75 can be formed on the water guiding mechanism 7 for installation.

[0114] In this embodiment, a switching mechanism 10 is installed on the drain pipe 1 to connect or disconnect the drain pipe 1. When it is necessary to drain condensate, the switching mechanism 10 is opened, and the condensate is drained from the drain pipe 1 into the floor drain; when the condensate is drained, the switching mechanism 10 is closed, and the drain pipe 1 is in the disconnected state.

[0115] In this embodiment, the on / off mechanism 10 can be an electrically controlled mechanism such as a solenoid valve, or a manually controlled mechanism such as a check valve or a shut-off valve.

[0116] In this embodiment, optionally, the overflow channel 2 can be connected to the drain pipe 1 (via a tee or other connector 5), or it can be directly connected to the on / off mechanism 10. The specific implementation can be selected according to the actual situation.

[0117] In this embodiment, due to the limited internal space of the washing machine tray 6, and to avoid interference between the water guiding mechanism 7 and other components, the external structure of the water guiding mechanism 7 needs to be specially designed to meet the assembly and fixing requirements.

[0118] In this embodiment, when the dryer produces condensate, the condensate first enters the water storage tank 73 through the inlet 71. As the liquid level in the water storage tank 73 rises, it overflows from the overflow tray 76 into the flow channel 74, then enters the overflow channel 2 through the connecting pipe 3, and finally drains to the floor drain through the drain pipe 1. The condensate produced by the washing machine is then directly discharged through the drain pipe 1. The piping design allows the overflow channel 2 of the washing machine to collect the condensate from the dryer, eliminating the need for a separate pipe at the floor drain, simplifying the drainage structure, enabling single-outlet drainage for stacked dryers and washing machines, reducing installation difficulty for users, and saving internal space on the tray base 6, further simplifying the drainage structure.

[0119] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention in any way. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-described technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention. The implementation schemes in the above embodiments can also be further combined or replaced. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the scope of the present invention shall still fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A washing machine, characterized in that: include A water container (12) is provided with an overflow channel (2); The base (6) is provided with a water inlet (71); The connecting pipe (3) is connected at both ends to the overflow channel (2) and the inlet (71), respectively.

2. The washing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tray (6) is provided with a water guiding mechanism (7); The water guiding mechanism (7) is connected to the water inlet (71), and the connecting pipe (3) is connected to the water outlet (72); Preferably, the outlet (72) of the water guiding mechanism (7) is located at the bottom or side of the plate base (6); Preferably, the water guiding mechanism (7) is vertically arranged inside the plate base (6), and the water outlet (72) is located at the lower end.

3. The washing machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The water guiding mechanism (7) is located on the outer periphery of the water tank (12), and the connecting pipe (3) extends inward to the overflow channel (2); Preferably, the water guiding mechanism (7) is located at the edge of the plate base (6) and is arranged adjacent to the overflow channel (2).

4. The washing machine according to any one of claims 2 to 3, characterized in that: The water guiding mechanism (7) includes a water storage tank (73) and a flow channel (74). The water storage tank (73) is connected to the water inlet (71). An overflow trough (76) is provided on the water storage tank (73). The water outlet (72) is located in the flow channel (74). The overflow trough (76) is connected to the flow channel (74). Preferably, the water storage tank (73) is cylindrical; Preferably, the bottom of the water storage tank (73) is provided with a plurality of support ribs (11), and each of the support ribs (11) is inclined.

5. The washing machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The water guiding mechanism (7) is provided with an overflow port (712), which is located inside the flow channel (74); Preferably, the overflow port (712) is located close to the outlet (72).

6. The washing machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: The water guiding mechanism (7) also includes a flow guiding channel (77) extending downward from the overflow port (712).

7. The washing machine according to any one of claims 5 to 6, characterized in that: The bottom of the tray (6) is provided with a horizontally extending splash guard (8), which is located below the overflow port (712), and the connecting pipe (3) passes through the splash guard (8).

8. The washing machine according to any one of claims 4 to 7, characterized in that: The tray (6) is provided with an opening (713); The water guiding mechanism (7) also includes an inwardly recessed mounting chamber (79), which is connected to the opening (713) and is used to allow the rotating shaft connection part of the washing machine cover to rotate. The flow channel (74) extends forward from the water storage tank (73), and the installation chamber (79) is located on one side of the flow channel (74).

9. The washing machine according to claim 8, characterized in that: The disc base (6) is provided with a rotating shaft fixing part (13); the mounting chamber (79) and the flow channel (74) are arranged adjacent to each other, and the flow channel (74) is located inside the disc base (6) and below the rotating shaft fixing part (13).

10. The washing machine according to any one of claims 4 to 7, characterized in that: The water guiding mechanism (7) further includes a terminal chamber (78), which is located on the side of the water guiding mechanism (7) away from the water inlet (71) and is used to install the terminal of the drain pump.

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