Laundry treating apparatus and control method of laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

A laundry treating apparatus includes a cabinet having a front with a laundry loading port, a tub located inside the cabinet including an air outlet and an air inlet disposed further forward than the air outlet, a drum rotatable inside the tub and accommodating laundry, a circulation duct located above the tub forming a flow path to direct air discharged from the air outlet toward the air inlet, a heat exchange portion having an evaporator to dehumidify air passing through the air outlet, a condenser to heat air passing through the evaporator located forward of the evaporator, and a compressor to receive refrigerant from the evaporator and supply the refrigerant to the condenser after heating, a connection portion including a front connection portion connecting the air inlet and the circulation duct and a rear connection portion communicating the air outlet and the circulation duct, a bracket combined with a lower end of the rear connection portion, a support portion supporting the bracket such that the bracket is seated on an upper end of the air outlet, and the bracket and the support portion are combined to communicate the circulation duct and the air outlet.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a garment processing apparatus and its control method. More specifically, it relates to a garment processing apparatus and its control method capable of performing garment refresh operations such as sterilization, crease removal, deodorization, and drying by supplying steam and hot air to the garment. Background Technology

[0002] A garment handling unit refers to a washing machine that washes clothes and other items through a washing operation, and a dryer that dries the items through a drying operation. Typically, washing machines and dryers can be installed as separate, independent units; however, there are garment handling units that can perform both washing and drying simultaneously to overcome space limitations and improve user convenience.

[0003] In order to perform the washing operation, the laundry handling device is provided with a housing, an outer tub for storing water, a drum that provides space for accommodating the laundry, a drive unit that is fixed to the outer tub and rotates the drum, a support unit that supports the outer tub, a water supply unit that supplies water to the outer tub, and a drain unit that discharges water from the outer tub.

[0004] On the other hand, in order to perform the drying operation, the garment handling device is provided with a circulation pipe that draws out the air inside the outer drum and supplies it back to the outer drum, as well as a heat exchange unit that performs dehumidification and heating of the air.

[0005] That is, existing garment handling devices include garment handling devices with washing and drying devices installed inside the housing, so that washing and drying operations can be selectively performed according to user convenience (KR10-2022-0021611).

[0006] On the other hand, in existing dryer-washing machines, the circulation pipes and heat exchange units are located above the outer tub, while the compressor is located outside the circulation pipes, which limits the configuration options.

[0007] Furthermore, due to the limitations of the configuration described above, there is a problem that the connection between the circulation pipe and the outer tub becomes longer, and the connection may break due to vibration of the outer tub.

[0008] In addition, if the inlet of the circulation pipe and the outlet of the outer tank are configured on the same line, the connection part may also be configured on the same line, so it is necessary to fix the connection part to ensure that it is on the same line.

[0009] In addition, the circulation pipe is connected to the tank, and the outlet of the outer tub may be misaligned with the connecting part due to the vibration of the outer tub, so a bracket is needed to fix the connecting part to the outer tub.

[0010] Furthermore, if the bracket that fixes the connecting part to the outer tub is directly connected to the outer tub, the bracket can be integrally set with the circulation pipe and connected to the outer tub. However, due to the large volume of the circulation pipe, the operation may be difficult. Therefore, a mechanism that allows the bracket to be easily assembled to the outer tub is needed. Summary of the Invention

[0011] The problem to be solved by the garment handling apparatus of the present invention is to ensure space above the outer tub by arranging the compressor below the outer tub.

[0012] The problem to be solved by the garment handling apparatus of the present invention is to prevent the connection between the outer tub and the circulation pipe from being damaged due to the vibration of the outer tub.

[0013] The problem to be solved by the garment handling apparatus of the present invention is to provide a support that fixes the position of the connecting part.

[0014] The clothing handling device of the present invention may include: a housing with a clothing inlet at the front; an outer tub disposed inside the housing, including an air outlet for discharging air and an air inlet positioned further forward of the air outlet for drawing in air; a roller rotatably disposed inside the outer tub to accommodate the clothing; a circulation pipe disposed above the outer tub, forming a flow path for guiding air discharged from the air outlet to the air inlet; and a heat exchange unit having an evaporator, a condenser, and a compressor, wherein the evaporator is disposed inside the circulation pipe and dehumidifies the air after it passes through the air outlet, and the condenser... The refrigerant is positioned in front of the evaporator and heats the air after it passes through the evaporator. The compressor is positioned below the outer casing, receives refrigerant from the evaporator, heats it, and then supplies it to the condenser. The refrigerant includes a connecting portion, comprising a front connecting portion connecting the air inlet and the circulation pipe, and a rear connecting portion connecting the air outlet and the circulation pipe. A bracket is attached to the lower end of the rear connecting portion. A support portion is fixed to the outer casing, supporting the bracket so that it is positioned above the air outlet. The bracket can be attached to the support portion and configured to connect the circulation pipe and the air outlet.

[0015] The bracket of the garment handling device of the present invention can be configured to be moved from above the support portion to the top surface of the support portion and placed thereon.

[0016] The bracket of the garment handling device of the present invention can be configured to be moved from one side of the support portion to the top surface of the support portion and placed thereon.

[0017] The circulation pipe, the rear connecting part, and the bracket of the clothing processing device of the present invention can be integrated into one unit.

[0018] The support of the garment handling device of the present invention may include: a connecting hole, which connects with the rear connecting portion and is configured to communicate the air outlet and the rear connecting portion; a support body, which extends outward from the outer periphery of the connecting hole; and a fixing portion, which is disposed on the support body and connects with the supporting portion.

[0019] The fixing part of the garment handling device of the present invention may include a fixing rib protruding outward from the support body; the supporting part may include: a supporting body fixed to the outer tub; and a guide groove configured as a groove protruding inward from the supporting body, such that rotation of the support can cause the fixing rib to move a constant distance.

[0020] The support body of the garment handling device of the present invention may include a fastening hole that is engaged with the outer tub; the outer tub may include an outer tub fastening hole, the outer tub fastening hole being configured to be engaged with the fastening hole by a fastening member; if the fixing rib moves the constant distance along the guide groove, the fastening hole may be configured at a position corresponding to the outer tub fastening hole.

[0021] The support portion of the garment handling device of the present invention may include: a support body disposed at the air outlet and configured to communicate with the connecting hole; and a guide rib protruding upward from the support body, wherein an inwardly protruding groove is provided on the outer peripheral surface of the guide rib; the fixing portion may include a bending rib, wherein the bending rib is combined with the support body and bent to engage with the guide rib; the bending rib may be configured such that the support body is disposed on the support body and rotates, and the bending rib engages with the guide rib.

[0022] The supporting body of the garment handling device of the present invention can be combined with the outer tub by means of fastening members; as the bending rib engages with the guide rib, the fixing part can be fixed to the supporting part.

[0023] The support portion of the garment handling device of the present invention may include: a support body disposed at the air outlet and configured to communicate with the connecting hole; a support connecting body protruding upward from the upper surface of the support body in a shape corresponding to the air outlet; and a support groove protruding upward in a shape corresponding to a portion of the support connecting body, having a groove shape protruding from the inner periphery to the outer side; the bracket body may be configured to engage with the support groove; the fixing portion may include a connecting rib protruding downward from the bracket body; the connecting rib may engage with the support connecting body.

[0024] The supporting body of the garment handling device of the present invention can be combined with the outer tub.

[0025] The garment handling apparatus of the present invention has the effect of ensuring space above the outer tub by arranging the compressor below the outer tub.

[0026] The garment handling device of the present invention has the effect of preventing the connection between the outer tub and the circulation pipe from being damaged due to the vibration of the outer tub.

[0027] The garment handling device of the present invention has the effect of supporting and fixing the position of the connecting part. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is a diagram illustrating the garment processing apparatus of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 2 It is a diagram showing the configuration of the circulating pipes and heat exchange section.

[0030] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the structure of the base and the back panel.

[0031] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the structure of the outer barrel.

[0032] Figure 5 This is a diagram showing the state of the circulation pipes installed in the outer tank, where, Figure 5 (a) is a diagram showing the outer barrel as viewed from the front. Figure 5 (b) is a diagram showing the outer barrel as viewed from the rear.

[0033] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing the positional relationship between the circulation pipe and the outer barrel of the present invention.

[0034] Figure 7 This is a diagram showing a specific structural embodiment of the main body of the pipeline.

[0035] Figure 8 This is a diagram illustrating an embodiment of a structure in which the main body of the pipe is connected to the outer barrel.

[0036] Figure 9 This is a diagram showing the internal structure of the circulation pipe.

[0037] Figure 10 This is a diagram showing the internal structure of the circulation pipe.

[0038] Figure 11 This is a diagram showing the structure for supplying water to the circulating pipes.

[0039] Figure 12 This is the main view showing the state where the front panel is removed.

[0040] Figure 13 This is a diagram showing the configuration of the exhaust pipe and air inlet.

[0041] Figure 14 This is a diagram showing the configuration of the inflow pipes and air outlets.

[0042] Figure 15 This is a diagram showing the location of the circulating pipes and heat exchange units.

[0043] Figure 16 This is a diagram showing the circulation pipe as viewed from above.

[0044] Figure 17 This is a diagram showing one embodiment of the connection structure where the bracket is joined to the upper end of the air outlet.

[0045] Figure 18 This is a diagram showing one embodiment of the connection structure where the bracket is joined to the upper end of the air outlet.

[0046] Figure 19 This is a diagram showing one embodiment of the connection structure where the bracket is joined to the upper end of the air outlet.

[0047] Figure 20 This is a diagram showing one embodiment of the connection structure where the bracket is joined to the upper end of the air outlet.

[0048] Figure 21 This is a diagram showing one embodiment of the connection structure where the bracket is joined to the upper end of the air outlet.

[0049] Figure 22 This is a diagram showing one embodiment of the connection structure where the bracket is joined to the upper end of the air outlet.

[0050] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0051] 100: Box

[0052] 200: Clothing Storage Department

[0053] 300: Drive Unit

[0054] 400: Water Supply and Drainage Department

[0055] 500: Support section

[0056] 600: Base

[0057] 700: Cooling fan

[0058] 800: Circulation Pipeline

[0059] 900: Heat Exchange Section Detailed Implementation

[0060] The embodiments disclosed in this specification will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In this specification, identical or similar reference numerals are used for identical or similar configurations, even in different embodiments, and the first description replaces the subsequent descriptions. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular expressions used in this specification include the plural expressions. Furthermore, in describing the embodiments described in this specification, detailed descriptions of relevant well-known technologies will be omitted if they are deemed to obscure the main idea of ​​the disclosed embodiments. It should also be noted that the drawings are merely for ease of understanding of the embodiments disclosed in this specification, and the technical concept of the present invention should not be limited by the drawings.

[0061] Figure 1 This is a diagram illustrating the garment processing apparatus of the present invention.

[0062] The garment handling apparatus of the present invention may include a box 100 forming the exterior and a garment holding section 200 configured inside the box 100 for storing garments.

[0063] The clothing storage section 200 may include a roller 220 for storing clothing inside the housing 100. The roller 220 may be configured inside the housing 100 to allow the clothing to rotate.

[0064] Alternatively, the clothing storage section 200 may be configured such that an outer bucket 210 for storing water is also included inside the box 100, and the roller 220 is rotatably disposed inside the outer bucket 210.

[0065] The housing 100 may include: a front panel 110 having an opening 111 communicating with the interior of the roller 220; side panels 150 disposed on both sides of the front panel 110; and a back panel 160 connected to the back of the side panels 150.

[0066] The front panel 110 may be plate-shaped, and the door 112 for opening and closing the opening may be rotatably attached to the front panel 110.

[0067] An interface I for receiving user commands or displaying the status of the garment handling device may be provided in the front panel 110, positioned above the opening 111. At least a portion of the interface I may be a touch panel.

[0068] The housing 100 may further include a mounting panel 120, which is positioned higher than the opening of the roller 220 and is combined with the side panels 150 mounted on both sides.

[0069] The setting panel 120 can be configured as an installation control panel, which receives instructions to control the clothing processing device or displays the operating status of the clothing processing device to the outside.

[0070] The setting panel 120 can be disposed behind the front panel 110 and can be combined with the upper part of the front of the side panel 150.

[0071] The mounting panel 120 may have a panel mounting portion 121 fixed to the front of the circulation pipe 800 (described later). The panel mounting portion 121 may be configured as a groove for mounting to the rear of the circulation pipe 800, or as a hole for a fastening member to pass through the rear of the circulation pipe 800.

[0072] The outer tub 210 can be cylindrical, and an outer tub inlet 213 for putting clothes in can be provided at the front of the outer tub 210. The outer tub inlet 213 can be configured to communicate with the opening of the front panel 110, and can also be configured to communicate with the inside of the roller 220.

[0073] The drum 220 can be made of a cylindrical metal material with an opening at the front, and can be configured to have through holes on its outer surface so that water and detergent stored in the outer drum 210 can flow in and out.

[0074] The garment handling apparatus of the present invention may further include a water supply and drainage section 400 for supplying or draining water to the outer tub 210.

[0075] The water supply and drainage section 400 may include a water supply section 410 for supplying water to the outer tank 210 and a drainage section 420 for discharging water contained in the outer tank 210 to the outside of the housing 100.

[0076] The water supply unit 410 may include: a water supply valve 411 that receives water from an external water source; a water supply pipe 413 that leads the water supplied from the water supply valve 411 to the outer tub 210; and a detergent dispenser 412 that stores detergent and supplies the detergent to the outer tub 210 by receiving water supplied from the water supply valve 411.

[0077] The water supply valve 411 can be combined with the rear panel 160. Multiple water supply valves 411 can be provided as needed and are configured to supply water by selective opening. Multiple water supply pipes 413 can also be provided and are configured to supply water to at least one of the detergent dispenser 411, the outer tub 210, and the circulation pipe 800 described later.

[0078] The drainage section 420 may include: a drain pipe 421 extending from the bottom of the outer tub 210; and a drain pump 422 providing power to discharge water discharged from the drain pipe 421 to the outside of the housing 100.

[0079] Additionally, the water supply and drainage section 400 may also include a circulation section 430 that allows water discharged from the drain pipe 421 of the drainage section 420 to flow back into the outer tank 210.

[0080] The circulation unit 430 may include at least one of the following: a circulation nozzle 431 connected to the outer tub inlet 213 and discharging water into the outer tub 210; a circulation hose supplying water discharged from the drain pipe 421 to the circulation nozzle 431; and a circulation pump.

[0081] It may also include a base 600 forming the bottom surface of the garment handling device of the present invention. The base 600 may be configured to house and support the housing 100. In addition, the base 600 may support electrical components such as the drain pump 422.

[0082] The garment handling apparatus of the present invention may further include a support portion 500 supporting the outer tub 210 inside the housing 100. The support portion 500 may be composed of a plurality of suspension structures, one end of which is connected to the outer tub 210 and the other end of which is connected to the base 600.

[0083] The garment handling apparatus of the present invention may further include a circulation pipe 800 capable of circulating air inside the outer tub 210. The circulation pipe 800 may form a flow path for circulating air inside the drum 220 outside the outer tub 210. Thus, the garment handling apparatus of the present invention can be configured as a washing machine that also functions as a dryer.

[0084] Since the bottom of the outer tub 210 is provided with a drainage section 420, a support section 500, etc., the circulation pipe 800 can be positioned higher than the outer tub 210.

[0085] The garment handling apparatus of the present invention may further include a heat exchange section 900 for heating air moving in the circulation duct 800. The heat exchange section 900 may include a heat exchanger disposed inside the circulation duct 800 and a compressor 940 disposed outside the circulation duct 800 and supplying high-temperature refrigerant to the heat exchanger.

[0086] The compressor 940 can be positioned lower than the outer tub 210. This allows for a wider space between the upper part of the outer tub 210 and the side panel 150 to accommodate the circulation pipe 800. Therefore, in the garment handling apparatus of the present invention, the circulation pipe 800 can be arranged to extend in the front-to-back direction. Thus, the circulation pipe 800 extends in the same direction as the outer tub 210 and the roller 220, thereby reducing flow resistance and enabling a uniform supply of hot air into the roller 220.

[0087] Furthermore, by removing the compressor 940 from the upper part of the outer tub 210, the circulation pipe 800 can be configured biased towards either of the two side panels 150 at the upper end of the outer tub 210, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the circulation pipe 800 can be correspondingly increased. Thus, compared to configuring the compressor 940 at the upper part of the outer tub 210, the garment handling apparatus of the present invention can circulate a greater flow of air to the outside of the outer tub 210.

[0088] The garment handling apparatus of the present invention may further include an air circulation unit 1000, which is installed in the circulation duct 800 and circulates air in the outer tub 210. Since the compressor 940 is not located on the upper part of the outer tub 210, the air circulation unit 1000 may be located behind the circulation duct 800 and configured to draw in air from inside the outer tub 210 and supply it to the inside of the circulation duct 800.

[0089] Furthermore, since the compressor 940 is positioned lower than the outer casing 210, the air circulation unit 1000 can utilize the entire space between the upper part of the outer casing 210 and the side panel 150. As a result, the diameter of the air circulation unit 1000 can be configured along its width and can be configured to rotate around a vertical axis of rotation, thereby allowing for greater airflow circulation.

[0090] As a result, in the garment processing apparatus of the present invention, the compressor 940 is positioned lower than the outer tub 210, thereby enabling a greater flow rate to circulate in the circulation pipe 800 per unit time, which improves drying efficiency.

[0091] Figure 2 It is a diagram showing the configuration of the circulating pipes and heat exchange section.

[0092] The outer barrel 210 is arranged in a cylindrical shape extending in the front-to-back direction, and the interior of the box body 100 is rectangular. Therefore, in the upper region of the outer barrel 210, more space is ensured on the left and right sides compared to the center O in the width direction of the box body 100.

[0093] The circulation pipe 800 can be configured to extend from the center O to either the left or the right. That is, the center of the circulation pipe 800 in the width direction can also be separated from the center O in the width direction of the housing to either the left or the right.

[0094] At this time, a portion of the circulation pipe 800 can be configured to overlap with the center O in the width direction of the housing in the height direction. Alternatively, a portion of the circulation pipe 800 can be spaced apart from the center O in the width direction of the housing to the remaining side, either left or right. As a result, the cross-sectional area of ​​the circulation pipe 800 can be increased.

[0095] On the other hand, the compressor 940 can be configured to be positioned to the left and right of the circulation pipe 800, deviating from the center O in the width direction of the housing 100.

[0096] For example, the compressor 940 may be configured at the lower part of the circulation pipe 800, and the circulation pipe 800 and the compressor 940 may be configured to overlap at least partially in the height direction.

[0097] As a result, the vertical distance between the circulation pipe 800 and the compressor 940 can be shortened, and the length of the refrigerant pipe 950 connecting the compressor 940 and the heat exchanger disposed inside the circulation pipe 800 can be shortened. Thus, the refrigerant pipe 950 can be configured in a straight shape in the vertical direction to the maximum extent, thereby reducing not only the flow resistance of the refrigerant but also minimizing heat loss occurring in the refrigerant pipe 950.

[0098] On the other hand, the heat exchange unit 900 of the present invention may further include a fixing plate 960 for fixing the refrigerant pipe 950 to the rear panel 160 of the housing 100. At least one of the back and two sides of the refrigerant pipe 950 may be mounted on the fixing plate 960, which may be configured as a support shape with a height greater than its width. Thus, the refrigerant pipe 950 can be separated from the outer tub 210 and supported by the fixing plate 960 and the housing 100, and vibrations generated in the outer tub 210 are prevented from being directly transmitted to the refrigerant pipe 950, thereby enhancing durability.

[0099] As a result, the compressor 940, the circulation pipe 800, the refrigerant pipe 950, and the fixing plate 960 can all be configured on the left or right side of the outer casing 210. Therefore, the compressor 940, the circulation pipe 800, the refrigerant pipe 950, and the fixing plate 960 can all be easily installed, repaired, and replaced by separating a side panel 150.

[0100] The circulation pipe 800 may include: a pipe body 810, on which the heat exchanger is disposed; and a pipe cover 820, which is combined with the pipe body 810 and covers the pipe body 810.

[0101] The pipe body 810 can be configured as an open shell shape or a pipe shape, and the pipe cover 820 can be configured as a plate shape or a shell shape corresponding to the pipe body 810.

[0102] The main body of the pipe 810 may include: a rear connecting part 850, which is connected to the rear of the outer barrel 210 and communicates with the outer barrel 210; and a front connecting part 840, which is connected to the front of the outer barrel 210 and communicates with the outer barrel 210.

[0103] The rear connecting portion 850 and the front connecting portion 840 can be configured as air-movable pipes or tubes. The rear connecting portion 850 and the front connecting portion 840 can be made of an elastic material. Therefore, even if the outer tub 210 vibrates, the vibration of the outer tub 210 can be prevented from being transmitted to the pipe body 810.

[0104] In the circulating pipe 800, only the front connecting part 840 and the rear connecting part 850 are connected to the outer barrel 210, while the pipe body 810 can be separated from the outer barrel 210. It may also include a bracket 830 that fixes the position of the rear connecting part 850 by fixing the rear connecting part 850 to the outer barrel 210.

[0105] The bracket 830 can be disposed at the lower part of the pipe body 810 and placed on the outer barrel 210. Thus, even if the pipe body 810 is configured to block the air inlet and outlet of the outer barrel 210, the position of the rear connecting part 850 can be fixed by the bracket 830, so the air inlet and outlet of the outer barrel 210 and the pipe body 810 can be easily connected by the rear connecting part 850.

[0106] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the structure of the base and the back panel.

[0107] The base 600 may include: a base body 610 that supports the load of the garment handling device; and a groove 620 recessed on at least one side of the left and right sides of the base body 610.

[0108] The mounting slot 620 can be configured to be offset to one side of the base body 610 and located behind the base body 610. The mounting slot 620 can form a space for accommodating the compressor 940.

[0109] The garment handling apparatus of the present invention may further include a control unit or control panel 2000 capable of controlling electrical components disposed in the garment handling apparatus. A circulation pipe 800 may be provided on one side of the upper portion of the outer tub 210, while a detergent dispenser or water tank may be provided on the other side. Therefore, the control panel 2000 may be disposed on the base body 610 and positioned lower than the outer tub 210.

[0110] The control panel 2000 can be configured separately from the base body 610 and the mounting slot 620. For example, the control panel 2000 can be configured to be offset to the opposite side of the base body 610. As a result, the control panel 2000 can be prevented from being exposed to the heat generated by the compressor 940. In addition, by configuring the control panel 2000 and the compressor 940 on both sides of the lower part of the outer tub 210, interference between the control panel 2000 and the compressor 940 and the outer tub 210 can be prevented.

[0111] The control panel 2000 may include: an HP housing 2100 that controls the heat exchange unit 900; and a main PCB 2200 that is coupled to the HP housing 2100 and controls electrical components other than the heat exchange unit 900. Since the HP housing 2100 is larger than the main PCB 2200 and generates more heat, the control panel 2000 may include a panel fan 2300 coupled to one side of the HP housing 2100 to cool it. Additionally, the control panel 2000 may include a noise filter 2300 capable of removing noise from various sensors of the garment handling device, current supplied by external power, or electrical signals generated in the HP housing 2100 and the main PCB 2200. The noise filter 2300 may be located on the upper part of the main PCB 2200 and configured to receive or transmit current signals.

[0112] A panel fixing part 161 for fixing the rear of the circulation pipe 800 may be provided on the upper part of the rear panel 160. The panel fixing part 161 may be configured as a groove shape for mounting the rear of the circulation pipe 800, or it may be configured as a hole shape for fastening members fastened to the rear of the circulation pipe 800 to pass through.

[0113] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the structure of the outer barrel.

[0114] The outer tub 210 may include a cylindrical outer tub body and an outer tub inlet 213. The outer tub inlet 213 is located at the front of the outer tub body, and clothes can be put into the outer tub through the outer tub inlet 213.

[0115] The diameter of the outer barrel inlet 213 can be smaller than the diameter of the outer barrel body. The circulation part 430 can be fixed and attached to the outer surface of the outer barrel inlet 213.

[0116] The outer barrel body can be divided into a front body and a rear body, which are formed by combining them, or they can be formed as one piece.

[0117] The outer tub 210 may further include: an air outlet 211 located at the upper rear of the outer tub body to discharge air from inside the outer tub 210; and an air inlet 212 located above the outer tub inlet 213, through which air discharged from the circulation pipe 800 flows in.

[0118] The air outlet 211 can be configured to be offset to one side at the upper end of the outer barrel body. Therefore, the air outlet 211 extends at a position lower than the upper end of the outer barrel body, thereby ensuring sufficient space for the air circulation unit 1000 to be installed.

[0119] The air inlet 212 may be formed at the upper end of the outer barrel inlet 213.

[0120] The outer tub 210 may further include: a ventilation hole 215, which is offset to the other side at the upper end of the outer tub body and communicates with the outside; and a connecting pipe 216, which connects the ventilation hole 215 with the outside of the box 100.

[0121] Figure 5 This is a diagram showing the state in which the circulation pipes are installed in the outer barrel.

[0122] Figure 5 (a) is a diagram showing the outer barrel as viewed from the front. Figure 5 (b) is a diagram showing the outer barrel as viewed from the rear.

[0123] The circulation pipe 800 may include: a pipe body 810 that receives air from an air outlet 211 formed at the upper rear of the outer barrel 210 and discharges air to an air inlet 212 formed at the upper front of the outer barrel 210; and a pipe cover 820 that is attached to the upper part of the pipe body 810 to cover the interior of the pipe body 810.

[0124] The main body of the pipe 810 can extend from rear to front and is arranged in a direction corresponding to the front-rear direction of the outer tub 210 and the roller 220. This reduces air resistance to flow in the garment holding section 200 and the circulation pipe 800.

[0125] The rear connecting part 850 can be configured to connect the rear of the pipe body 810 and the air outlet 211, and the front connecting part 840 can be configured to connect the front of the pipe body 810 and the air inlet 212.

[0126] The front connecting part 840 can be arranged in the shape of a quadrilateral pipe and can be configured as a telescopic type. One end or the upper end of the front connecting part 840 can be connected to the pipe body 810, while the other end or the lower end can be connected to the air inlet 212.

[0127] The rear connecting part 850 can be configured as a tube or as a telescopic type.

[0128] However, the rear connection portion 850 can be disposed between the pipe body 810 and the outer barrel body. Therefore, the pipe body 810 can pressurize the rear connection portion 850 towards the air outlet 211 due to load. Thus, the rear connection portion 850 can be configured such that one end or upper end is connected to or closely fitted to the pipe body 810, while the lower end is configured to be connected to or closely fitted to the air outlet 211.

[0129] At least a portion of the air circulation unit 1000 may be disposed between the duct body 810 and the duct cover 820, and disposed further rearward than the front of the duct body 810.

[0130] The air circulation unit 1000 can be configured to draw in air from the air outlet 211 and supply it to the interior of the pipe body 810. That is, the air circulation unit 1000 can supply air from inside the outer barrel 210 to the interior of the circulation pipe 800 through positive pressure.

[0131] A drive unit 300 for rotating the roller 220 can be attached to the rear of the outer barrel 210. The drive unit 300 can be configured as an external rotor type.

[0132] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing the positional relationship between the circulation pipe and the outer barrel of the present invention.

[0133] The circulation pipe 800 can be made of resin, and the heat exchanger housed inside the circulation pipe 800 can be made of metal. Therefore, the circulation pipe 800 may be susceptible to vibration. Furthermore, since the load on the circulation pipe 800 itself may be significant due to the heat exchanger and air circulation unit 1000, it may vibrate at a different frequency and amplitude than the outer casing 210. Consequently, if the circulation pipe 800 is directly mounted on the outer casing 210, the circulation pipe 800 and the outer casing 210 may collide with each other, or in severe cases, break. Therefore, the circulation pipe 800 can be housed inside the casing 100 at a constant distance from the outer casing 210.

[0134] The front connecting portion 840 and the rear connecting portion 850 can be combined with the outer tub 210, and the lower surface of the pipe body 810 can be configured to be spaced apart from the outer tub 210 by a specific interval h. The front connecting portion 840 and the rear connecting portion 850 are made of elastic material, thereby blocking the transmission of vibration and noise from the outer tub 210 to the pipe body 810.

[0135] Figure 7 This is a diagram illustrating a specific structural embodiment of the main body of the pipeline.

[0136] The main body 810 of the duct may include: an inflow duct 811 that receives air from the air outlet 211; a fan housing 812 extending from the inflow duct 811, in which the air circulation unit 1000 is housed; a connecting duct 813 extending forward from the fan housing 812; a setting duct 814 extending forward from the connecting duct 813, in which a heat exchanger is disposed; and an exhaust duct 815 extending forward or downward from the setting duct 814 and exhausting air to the air inlet 213. The connecting duct and the setting duct may be referred to as moving ducts that form the flow path of air after passing through the inflow duct.

[0137] The inflow pipe 811 may be configured above the air outlet 211 and overlap with the air outlet 211 in the height direction.

[0138] The inflow pipe 811 can be configured as a pipe shape or a through hole shape and combined with the rear connection part 850.

[0139] One end or lower end of the rear connection portion 850 may be connected to or closely attached to the air outlet 211, while the other end or upper end may be connected to or closely attached to the inflow pipe 811.

[0140] The fan housing 812 can be arranged in a circular or spiral shape.

[0141] The fan housing 812 can be configured to be larger than the diameter or area of ​​the inflow pipe 811, thereby ensuring space for the air circulation section 1000.

[0142] The air circulation unit 1000 can be installed in the fan housing 812 and configured to draw in air from the outer barrel 210 and supply it to the heat exchanger.

[0143] The connecting pipe 813 can extend forward from one side of the fan housing 812. The connecting pipe 813 can guide the radial airflow formed by the air circulation unit 1000 forward.

[0144] The connecting pipe 813 can be configured such that its cross-sectional area gradually widens from rear to front. This allows the airflow rate supplied through the air circulation unit 1000 to be slowed down and evenly distributed.

[0145] The setting pipe 814 is configured to have a width greater than the front end of the connecting pipe 813, so that the heat exchanger can be installed.

[0146] The aforementioned pipe 814 can form a space for accommodating the evaporator and condenser, which will be described later.

[0147] The discharge pipe 815 may be configured such that its diameter is smaller than that of the setting pipe 814. The discharge pipe 815 may be configured such that its width decreases as it extends forward from the setting pipe 814. The end of the discharge pipe 815 may be configured with an area and shape corresponding to the air inlet 212.

[0148] The discharge pipe 815 can extend forward from the setting pipe 814, with a narrower width, and can have an opening at the lower front part.

[0149] The main body of the pipe 810 may also include a receiving rib 816, which divides the fan cover 812 and the connecting pipe 813 and accommodates the air circulation section 1000.

[0150] The receiving rib 816 can be configured to discharge air circulating on the inner circumferential surface of the fan housing 812 forward. That is, the receiving rib 816 can work together with one side of the duct 813 to perform the outlet function of the fan housing 812.

[0151] The garment processing device of the present invention may further include a fixing part 860, which fixes the front and rear of the circulation pipe 800 to the housing 100 and separates the circulation pipe 800 from the outer tub 210.

[0152] The fixing part 860 may include: a front fixing part 861, which is disposed at the front of the pipe body 810 and fixed to the mounting panel 120; and a rear fixing part 862, which is disposed at the rear of the pipe body 810 and fixed to the rear panel 160.

[0153] For example, the front fixing part 861 can be configured to allow fastening members or the like to be attached to the front of the discharge pipe 815.

[0154] Furthermore, the front fixing part 861 may be configured as a protruding shape protruding from the front of the discharge pipe 815. A plurality of front fixing parts 861 may be provided and spaced apart along the width direction in front of the discharge pipe 815. The front fixing part 861 may be inserted into and positioned in the panel mounting part 121.

[0155] For example, the rear fixing part 862 can be configured to allow fastening members or the like to be attached to the rear of the fan housing 812.

[0156] Additionally, the rear fixing portion 862 may be configured as a protruding shape protruding from the rear of the fan housing 812. A plurality of rear fixing portions 862 may be provided and spaced apart along the width direction at the rear of the fan housing 812. The rear fixing portion 862 may be inserted into and positioned within the panel fixing portion 161.

[0157] Figure 8 This is a diagram illustrating an embodiment of a structure in which the main body of the pipe is connected to the outer barrel.

[0158] The main pipe body 810 can extend from the rear to the front of the outer barrel.

[0159] Furthermore, the duct body 810 can be configured to be wider so that the diameter of the air circulation section 1000 is arranged along the width direction, and the cross-sectional area can also be expanded. As a result, the duct body 810 can be configured to completely overlap with the portion from the upper part of the air outlet 211 to the upper part of the air inlet 212 in the height direction.

[0160] The air inlet 212 is located at the outer barrel inlet 213, thus creating a space in front of the front connecting part 840 located in front of the outer barrel 210.

[0161] However, since the air outlet 211 extends upward from the outer barrel body, when the inflow pipe 811 is positioned above the air outlet 211, there may be insufficient space to provide or assemble the rear connection portion 850 between the air outlet 211 and the inflow pipe 811.

[0162] Therefore, the bracket 830 can be placed on the upper part of the outer tub body and configured to connect the rear connecting part 850 to the air outlet 211. The bracket 830 can be combined with the upper part of the outer tub body and the lower end of the rear connecting part 850 can be tightly attached to the air outlet 211.

[0163] The rear connecting part 850 can be connected to the inflow pipe 811 at its upper end while it is fixed to the bracket 830. The pipe body 810 can fix the position of the rear connecting part 850 by applying pressure to the bracket 830 on the rear connecting part 850.

[0164] The bracket 830 may include: a bracket body 831, which is disposed on the outer barrel body and is plate-shaped; and a connecting hole 832, which is configured to penetrate the bracket body. The air outlet 211 may protrude upward from one side of the outer barrel body, the connecting hole may be located at a position spaced above the air outlet, and the bracket body may be configured as a plate extending in the width direction and disposed on the upper surface of the outer barrel body.

[0165] Figure 9 This is a diagram showing the internal structure of the circulation pipe.

[0166] The air circulation unit 1000 may be configured at the upper part of the inflow pipe 811.

[0167] The air circulation unit 1000 may include: an impeller 1100 housed in the fan housing 812 and allowing air to flow into the outer barrel body; a fan motor 1200 disposed outside the pipe cover 820 and providing power to rotate the impeller 1100; and a rotating shaft 1300 passing through the pipe cover 820 and connecting the fan motor 1200 and the impeller 1100.

[0168] The heat exchange unit 900 may include an evaporator 910 disposed on the set pipe 814 and a condenser 920 separated from the evaporator 910 to the discharge pipe 815.

[0169] The evaporator 910 may be positioned further back than the condenser 920, thus closer to the air circulation section 1000. The condenser 920 may be configured to be connected to the compressor 940 via a refrigerant pipe 950 and to receive high-temperature refrigerant.

[0170] If the fan motor 1200 rotates the impeller 1100, air inside the outer barrel 210 can flow into the inflow pipe 811 (①). The air flowing into the inflow pipe 811 can flow along the connecting pipe 813 into the setting pipe 814 while the impeller 1100 rotates radially. The air flowing into the setting pipe 814 can be cooled as it passes through the evaporator 910, thus condensing the moisture, and can be heated as it passes through the condenser 920 (②).

[0171] Air passing through the condenser 920 can be discharged to the discharge pipe 815, and then discharged through the air inlet 212 (③).

[0172] By continuously performing this process, the clothes contained in the drum 220 can be dried.

[0173] Figure 10 This is a diagram showing the internal structure of the circulation pipe.

[0174] Reference Figure 10 (a) The diameter w2 of the fan housing 812 can be greater than half the width w1 of the duct. Thus, as... Figure 10 As shown in (b), the impeller 1100 can be configured to rotate around a vertical axis of rotation 1300. As a result, more air inside the outer barrel 210 can flow powerfully and without loss into the pipe body 810.

[0175] That is, the diameter R of the impeller 1100 is greater than the thickness H, and the impeller 1100 can be accommodated inside the fan housing 812 with the diameter R arranged along the width direction and the thickness H arranged along the vertical direction.

[0176] Reference Figure 10 (a) Due to the receiving rib 816, the rear or inlet width W3 of the connecting pipe 813 can be smaller than the width of the setting pipe W1, and can also be smaller than the diameter W2 of the fan shroud 812. Furthermore, the connecting pipe 813 can be configured such that its width gradually increases towards the evaporator 810.

[0177] Thus, the connecting pipe 813 can function as a diffuser to uniformly disperse the air supplied from the fan housing 812 forward in the width direction.

[0178] The garment processing apparatus of the present invention may further include a nozzle portion 3000 capable of cleaning the evaporator 910 by spraying water onto the evaporator 910.

[0179] The nozzle portion 3000 can be configured to receive water from the water supply portion 410 and spray it onto the evaporator 910. The nozzle portion 3000 can be configured to extend in the width direction of the evaporator 910 so as to supply water to the entire rear side of the evaporator 910.

[0180] The circulation pipe 800 can be configured to discharge water condensed in the evaporator 910 and water sprayed into the evaporator 910 again to the drain section 420 or the outer tank 210.

[0181] The rear of the evaporator 910 corresponds to the area first exposed to the air flowing in from the outer casing 210. Therefore, the nozzle portion 3000 can remove foreign matter adhering to the rear of the evaporator 910 by spraying water towards the rear of the evaporator 910.

[0182] Figure 11 This is a diagram showing the structure for supplying water to the circulating pipe.

[0183] The nozzle portion 3000 can be disposed between the bottom of the pipe cover 820 and the evaporator 910.

[0184] The water supply unit 410 may include a water supply pipe 413, which is connected to the water supply valve 411 and supplies water to the nozzle unit 3000.

[0185] Multiple water supply pipes 413 may be provided and extend from the water supply valve 411 to both ends of the nozzle section 3000. This allows for uniform water supply across the entire width of the nozzle section 3000.

[0186] Figure 12 This is the main view showing the state where the front panel is removed.

[0187] Reference Figure 12 An outer barrel inlet 213 may be provided in front of the outer barrel 210, and an air inlet 212 may be provided in the upper center of the outer barrel inlet.

[0188] On the other hand, the air outlet 211 can be positioned off-center behind the outer barrel 210.

[0189] Additionally, the circulation pipe 800 can be positioned above the outer tub 210 and fixed to the mounting panel 120. The circulation pipe can be positioned above the outer tub, biased towards the side where the air outlet 212 is located, and can be longer than half the width of the outer tub. That is, the circulation pipe can be positioned to encroach upon the center of the outer tub on one side.

[0190] On the other hand, the air inlet 212 and the exhaust pipe 815 can be connected by the front connection part 840 described later, and the air outlet 211 and the fan cover 812 can be connected by the rear connection part 850.

[0191] On the other hand, refer to Figure 12 The installation pipe 814, on which the heat exchangers 910 and 920 are installed, can be configured to pass through the center of the outer tub on one side of the outer tub 210. That is, the width of the installation pipe (i.e., D2) can be set to be longer than half the width of the outer tub (i.e., D1).

[0192] This ensures the airflow through the moving pipes 813 and 814, thereby improving drying efficiency.

[0193] Figure 13 This is a diagram showing the configuration of the exhaust pipe and air inlet.

[0194] The air inlet 212 can be located at the upper center of the outer barrel inlet 213, and the discharge pipe 815 can be configured such that at least a portion overlaps with the air inlet.

[0195] Therefore, the airflow path from the discharge pipe to the air inlet is formed as a near-straight line, thus minimizing flow resistance.

[0196] Figure 14 This is a diagram showing the configuration of the inflow pipes and air outlets.

[0197] An air outlet 211 may be provided located behind the outer tub 210, offset to one side, and discharging air from inside the outer tub. The air outlet may be configured such that at least a portion of it overlaps with the inflow pipe 811.

[0198] Therefore, the flow path of the air flowing from the air outlet 211 to the inflow pipe 811 can be formed as a near-straight line, thus minimizing the flow path resistance.

[0199] Figure 15 This is a diagram showing the location of the circulating pipes and heat exchange units.

[0200] In the circulation pipe 800, the inflow pipe 811 can be positioned rearward, the discharge pipe 815 can be positioned frontward, and the moving pipes 813 and 814 can be configured to connect the inflow pipe and the discharge pipe. Thus, the circulation pipe 800 can be configured above the outer tub along the front-to-back direction. Furthermore, since the compressor is located lower than the outer tub 210, the circulation pipe can be configured above the outer tub along the front-to-back direction and offset towards one side of the housing 100.

[0201] On the other hand, the air circulation unit 1000 can be disposed behind the circulation duct 800, the fan housing 812 can be disposed inside the duct body 810, the fan motor 1200 can be coupled to the top surface of the duct cover 820, and the rotating shaft 1300 can pass through the duct cover and be coupled to the circulation fan. That is, the rotating shaft can be configured to be perpendicular to the ground. Thus, the rotation of the impeller can move air towards the rear of the circulation duct. (Refer to...) Figure 12 The air can be moved to the rear of the circulation pipe by rotating the impeller counterclockwise.

[0202] On the other hand, the refrigerant pipe 950 may be configured such that at least a portion of it is spaced apart from the outer casing 210 and does not overlap with the outer casing in the front-rear direction. That is, the compressor 940 may be located on one rear side of the base body 610, and the refrigerant pipe may extend upward from the compressor along the side panel of the housing 100 to the height where the heat exchange section 900 is located, and then extend from the rear to the front towards the heat exchange section.

[0203] On the other hand, the air inlet 212 can be configured to be located in the center of the outer tub inlet 213. Since the air outlet 211 is configured to be biased towards one side of the outer tub 210, the air discharged from one side of the outer tub flows into and circulates towards the center of the outer tub, so the hot air can be evenly distributed, thereby improving drying efficiency.

[0204] On the other hand, the compressor 940 may be located further below the outer tub 210 and at least partially spaced apart from the circulation pipe 800 so as not to overlap with it in the vertical direction. That is, the compressor may be configured to be closer to one side of the housing than the circulation pipe.

[0205] In other words, since the compressor 940 is exposed to the outside of the outer casing 210, the refrigerant pipe 950 extending from the compressor can extend vertically upward between one side of the housing and the outer casing without having to go around the outer casing, thus making it easy to connect the compressor, the evaporator 910 and the condenser 920.

[0206] The fan housing 812 and the impeller 1100 can be positioned higher than the inflow pipe. The bottom surfaces of the fan housing and the impeller can be positioned lower than the bottom surfaces of the evaporator 910, the condenser 920, and the installation pipe 814. The top surface of the fan housing can be positioned higher than the top surfaces of the evaporator 910, the condenser 920, and the installation pipe. Due to the height difference between the top surfaces of the fan housing and the installation pipe, the refrigerant pipe can extend above the fan housing towards the installation pipe without bypassing it. This simplifies the flow path of the refrigerant pipe, thereby improving the efficiency of the refrigerant.

[0207] Figure 16 This is a diagram showing the circulation pipe as viewed from above.

[0208] Reference Figure 16 The fan motor 1200 can be configured to be smaller than the width of the fan housing 812, so that the refrigerant pipe can extend into the space above the fan housing where the fan motor is not located. In other words, the refrigerant pipe can be configured to overlap with the fan motor in the left-right direction and extend past one side of the fan motor.

[0209] That is, the refrigerant pipe 950 can extend vertically upward from the compressor 940 and then extend forward at a height corresponding to the upper end of the evaporator 910 (a position higher than the impeller and the fan shroud), thus simplifying the flow path of the refrigerant pipe and improving the efficiency of the refrigerant.

[0210] Furthermore, the center portions of the moving pipes 813 and 814 can be configured to be closer to the center portion of the outer barrel inlet 213 than the center portion of the fan housing 812. That is, the distance D3 from the center portion of the moving pipe to one side of the housing can be greater than the distance D4 from the center portion of the fan housing to one side of the housing. This allows the airflow path from the outer barrel to be streamlined, thereby reducing flow resistance.

[0211] Figure 17 This is a diagram showing an embodiment in which a support is disposed below a circulation pipe.

[0212] Reference Figure 17The bracket 830 may include a fastening hole 8316, which penetrates the bracket body 831 and is connected to the upper surface of the outer barrel.

[0213] As described above, at least a portion of the bracket 830 may be disposed between the outer barrel 210 and the circulation pipe 800, and the bracket body 831 may be configured to extend to a position where the fastening hole 8316 is configured not to overlap with the circulation pipe in the vertical direction. For example, as Figure 17 The support body can extend in a rod shape, and the fastening hole can be provided at the end of the support body. Thus, the fastening hole is exposed, allowing operators to easily install, replace, or repair the support without removing the circulation pipe 800.

[0214] On the other hand, the support body 831 can extend from the connecting hole 832 into a plurality of branches, and the fastening holes are provided at the ends of the plurality of branches, so that a plurality of fastening holes can be provided. This improves the bonding force between the outer barrel 210 and the support 830.

[0215] Figure 18 and Figure 19 This is a diagram showing an embodiment in which a support is disposed below a circulation pipe.

[0216] Reference Figure 18 and Figure 19 The pipe body 810 may include a through hole 817 that disperses the flow path by penetrating along the thickness direction, and the support body 831 may extend to the position of the fastening hole 8316 corresponding to the through hole.

[0217] like Figure 17 As shown, the bracket body 831 can extend in a rod shape such that the fastening hole 8316 is positioned corresponding to the through hole 817, but it can also be as follows: Figure 15 and Figure 16 The plate extends in a plate shape such that the fastening holes are positioned corresponding to the through holes. Because the fastening holes are exposed to the outside due to the through holes, operators can easily connect the bracket 830 and the outer barrel 210.

[0218] On the other hand, the through hole 817 can be set in a region where the flow velocity is concentrated inside the circulation pipe, so as not to hinder the flow inside the circulation pipe 800.

[0219] Reference Figure 18The impeller 1100 can rotate counterclockwise to move air behind the circulation duct 800, and the air can flow counterclockwise and move towards the connecting duct. In this case, the flow velocity is concentrated on the left side of the impeller 1100, so the through-hole 817 can be spaced to the left relative to the impeller. Through the through-hole, the flow velocity is dispersed in the area of ​​concentrated flow velocity, thus maintaining smooth airflow.

[0220] Furthermore, the through-hole 817 can be configured to extend along the length of the flow path, with its outer peripheral surface formed in a streamlined shape. This reduces flow path resistance, maintaining smooth airflow and preventing a decrease in thermal efficiency caused by the through-hole.

[0221] On the other hand, the through hole 817 can be set in the range of low flow velocity.

[0222] Reference Figure 18 The flow path adjacent to the impeller 1100 is formed as a curved surface, which may generate vortices. Since the flow velocity is low in the area where vortices are generated, when the through hole 817 is set in this area, the fastening hole 8316 can be exposed without obstructing the airflow.

[0223] Figure 20 This is a diagram showing one embodiment of the connection structure where the bracket is attached to the upper end of the air outlet.

[0224] Reference Figure 20 The bracket 830 may include: a connecting hole 832, which engages with the lower end of the rear connecting portion and is configured to communicate between the air outlet and the rear connecting portion; and a bracket body 831, which extends outward from the outer periphery of the connecting hole; and may include a support portion 880, which is configured to be fixed to the outer barrel 210 and support the bracket. Additionally, the bracket may include a fixing portion 8317 for connecting the bracket and the support portion.

[0225] The connecting hole 832 can be configured as a ring with a shape corresponding to the cross-section of the air outlet 211, the support body 831 can be configured as a plate shape protruding outward from the outer periphery of the connecting hole, and the fixing part 8317 can include a fixing rib configured as a rib protruding outward from the support body.

[0226] On the other hand, the circulation pipe 800, the rear connecting part 850, and the bracket 830 can be integrally formed. Therefore, during assembly, the circulation pipe can be fixed to the housing 100 and the bracket can be connected to the support part 880 to complete the assembly, making the operation easy.

[0227] The bracket 830 can be configured to connect the circulation pipe 800 and the air outlet 211 via the rear connecting part 850 through its combination with the support part 880.

[0228] The support portion 880 can fix the position of the bracket 830 so that it is accurately engaged with the outer tub 210. If the support portion fixes the position of the bracket, the bracket and the outer tub can be engaged using fastening members.

[0229] Reference Figure 20 The support portion 880 can be disposed on the outer peripheral surface of the outer tub 210. The support portion can be engaged with the outer peripheral surface of the outer tub at a position spaced apart from the air outlet 211, and the bracket can be inserted between the air outlet and the support portion and engaged with the support portion.

[0230] The fixing part 8317 may include a fixing rib 83171 protruding outward from the bracket body 831 in a protruding shape. The supporting part 880 may include: a supporting body 881, which is fixed to the outer barrel; and a guide groove 882, which is provided in the shape of a groove protruding inward from the supporting body, and is configured such that the rotation of the bracket 830 can cause the fixing rib to move a constant distance.

[0231] The guide groove 882 is provided at a constant distance on the inner side of the support body 881. When the fixing rib 83171 moves a constant distance along the guide groove as the bracket 830 rotates, the movement is blocked so that the bracket cannot rotate further. The bracket can be configured in the direction for being attached to the outer barrel 210.

[0232] That is, the bracket body 831 may include the fastening hole 8316 that is combined with the outer barrel 210, and the outer barrel may include the outer barrel fastening hole 217. The outer barrel fastening hole 217 is set with a shape corresponding to the fastening hole and is combined with the fastening hole by a fastening member. The bracket can be rotated by the fixing rib 8317 and the guide groove 882 so that the fastening hole is configured in the position corresponding to the fastening hole of the outer barrel.

[0233] Figure 21 This is a diagram showing one embodiment of the connection structure where the bracket is attached to the upper end of the air outlet.

[0234] Reference Figure 21The support portion 880 may include: a support body 881, which is disposed on the air outlet 211 and configured to communicate with the connecting hole 832; and a guide rib 883, which protrudes upward from the support body and has an inwardly protruding groove on its outer peripheral surface; the fixing portion 8317 may include a bent rib 83172, which is disposed on the bracket body 831 and bent to engage with the guide rib; the bent rib is configured to engage with the guide rib by being disposed on the support body through the bracket body and rotated, thus the bracket can be fixed to the support portion. That is, since the support body can be configured to be combined with the outer barrel, the bracket and the outer barrel can be combined.

[0235] The guide ribs 883 and the bending ribs 83172 can be arranged in a plurality of spaces apart from each other, and the spacing between the guide ribs and the spacing between the bending ribs can be the same.

[0236] Figure 22 This is a diagram showing one embodiment of the connection structure where the bracket is attached to the upper end of the air outlet.

[0237] The support portion 880 may include: a support body 881 disposed on the air outlet 211, configured to communicate between the air outlet and the connecting hole 832; a support connecting body 885 protruding upward from the upper surface of the support body in a shape corresponding to the air outlet; and a support groove 884 protruding upward in a shape corresponding to a portion of the support connecting body, having a groove shape protruding from the inner circumference to the outer side; the bracket body 831 may be configured to engage with the support groove; the fixing portion 8317 may include a connecting rib 83172 protruding downward from the bracket body; the connecting rib may engage with the support connecting body. For example, the connecting rib and the support connecting body may be engaged by a fastening member.

[0238] Reference Figure 22 The support groove 884 can be disposed on one side of the support connecting body 885, and the bracket 830 can be inserted into the support groove from the other side. The connecting rib 83172 and the support connecting body 885 can be connected by fastening components.

[0239] This invention can be modified in various forms, therefore the scope of protection of this invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Thus, if a modified embodiment includes the constituent elements claimed in this patent, it should be considered to fall within the scope of protection of this invention.

Claims

1. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: The box body has a clothing insertion port at the front; The outer barrel, located inside the housing, includes an air outlet for discharging air and an air inlet located further forward of the air outlet for drawing in air. A roller is rotatably disposed inside the outer tub to hold the clothing; A circulation pipe is disposed above the outer barrel to form a flow path that leads the air discharged from the air outlet to the air inlet; The heat exchange section includes an evaporator, a condenser, and a compressor. The evaporator is located inside the circulation pipe and dehumidifies the air after it passes through the air outlet. The condenser is located in front of the evaporator and heats the air after it passes through the evaporator. The compressor is located below the outer casing and receives refrigerant from the evaporator, heats it, and then supplies it to the condenser. The connecting part includes a front connecting part that connects the air inlet and the circulation pipe, and a rear connecting part that connects the air outlet and the circulation pipe; The bracket is joined to the lower end of the rear connecting portion; and A support portion, fixed to the outer barrel, supports the bracket so that the bracket is positioned at the upper end of the air outlet; The bracket is combined with the support and configured to connect the circulation pipe and the air outlet.

2. The garment processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bracket is configured to be moved from above the support portion to the top surface of the support portion.

3. The garment processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bracket is configured to be moved from one side of the support to the top surface of the support.

4. The garment processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The circulation pipe, the rear connection, and the bracket are integrated into one unit.

5. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The support includes: The connecting hole is used to connect with the rear connecting part and is configured to connect the air outlet and the rear connecting part. The support body extends outward from the outer periphery of the connecting hole; and A fixing part is provided on the main body of the bracket and is combined with the supporting part.

6. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that, The fixing part includes a fixing rib that protrudes outward from the main body of the bracket; The support portion includes: The supporting body is fixed to the outer barrel; and The guide groove is configured as a groove shape protruding inward from the support body, so that the rotation of the bracket can cause the fixing rib to move a constant distance.

7. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 6, characterized in that, The support body includes a fastening hole that engages with the outer tub; the outer tub includes an outer tub fastening hole, which is configured to engage with a fastening member. If the fixing rib moves the constant distance along the guide groove, the fastening hole is positioned corresponding to the fastening hole of the outer barrel.

8. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that, The support portion includes: A support body is disposed at the air outlet and configured to communicate with the connecting hole; and A guide rib protrudes upwards from the support body, and an inwardly protruding groove is provided on the outer peripheral surface of the guide rib. The fixing part includes a bent rib, which is combined with the bracket body and bent to engage with the guide rib; The bending rib is configured such that the bracket body is placed on the support body and rotates, and the bending rib engages with the guide rib.

9. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 8, characterized in that, The supporting body is connected to the outer barrel using fastening components; As the bent rib engages with the guide rib, the fixing part is fixed to the support part.

10. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that, The support portion includes: A support body is placed at the air outlet and configured to connect the air outlet and the connecting hole; A supporting body protrudes upward from its upper surface in a shape corresponding to the air outlet; and The support groove protrudes upward in a shape corresponding to a portion of the support connecting body, and has a groove shape that protrudes from the inner periphery to the outside. The main body of the bracket is configured to engage with the support groove; The fixing part includes a connecting rib that protrudes downward from the main body of the bracket; The connecting rib is connected to the supporting connecting body.

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