Control method, air conditioning system and storage medium

Abstract

The application discloses a control method, an air conditioning system and a storage medium. The control method is used for the air conditioning system, the air conditioning system comprises a water pump, and the control method comprises the following steps: in the case that the air conditioning system meets a first cleaning condition, the water pump is controlled to operate according to a cleaning parameter; and after the water pump operates according to the cleaning parameter for a first preset time, the water pump is controlled to stop operating. In the control method, in the case that the air conditioning system meets the first cleaning condition, the water pump can operate according to the cleaning parameter, so that the self anti-jamming of the water pump and the anti-clogging of related pipelines can be realized to a certain extent.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and in particular to a control method, an air conditioning system, and a storage medium. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, air conditioning water systems have water pumps. However, when the water pumps are not used for a long time, they are prone to rust or impurities adhering to their surfaces, which can lead to problems such as jamming. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention provides a control method, an air conditioning system, and a storage medium to solve at least one of the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0004] An embodiment of the present invention provides a control method for an air conditioning system, the air conditioning system including a water pump, the control method comprising:

[0005] When the air conditioning system meets the first cleaning condition, the water pump is controlled to operate according to the cleaning parameters;

[0006] After the water pump has been running for a first preset time according to the cleaning parameters, the water pump is controlled to stop running.

[0007] In the above control method, when the air conditioning system meets the first cleaning condition, the water pump can operate according to the cleaning parameters, thereby achieving, to a certain extent, the water pump itself can be prevented from jamming and the related pipelines can be prevented from clogging.

[0008] In some implementations, the first cleaning condition includes the air conditioning system being powered on again and a water pump running command being issued, or the water pump not running for a period of time exceeding a first set threshold and a water pump running command being issued.

[0009] In some embodiments, the cleaning parameters include the rotational speed or power of the water pump, wherein the rotational speed of the water pump includes the rated speed or the maximum speed, and the power of the water pump includes the rated power or the maximum power.

[0010] In some embodiments, the air conditioning system includes an electric valve connected to the water pump via a pipe, and the control method includes:

[0011] When the air conditioning system meets the second cleaning condition, the electric valve is controlled to perform a switching action.

[0012] If the time for the electric valve to perform the switching action reaches a second preset time, the electric valve is controlled to stop performing the switching action.

[0013] In some implementations, the second cleanup condition includes the air conditioning system being powered on again and no electric valve operation command being issued, or the electric valve remaining inactive for a period of time exceeding a second set threshold and no electric valve operation command being issued.

[0014] In some embodiments, the time interval between the opening and closing actions of the switch switching action is not less than the switching cycle of the electric valve.

[0015] In some implementations, both the opening and closing actions of the switch switching operation are performed at least once.

[0016] In some embodiments, the air conditioning system includes a heat exchanger connected to the water pump via a pipe.

[0017] An air conditioning system provided by an embodiment of the present invention includes a control component and a water pump. The control component is electrically connected to the water pump. The control component includes a processor, a memory, and a computer program stored in the memory and capable of running on the processor. When the computer program is executed by the processor, it implements the steps of the control method of any of the above embodiments.

[0018] In some embodiments, the air conditioning system includes a hydraulic module and a hot water supply device. The hydraulic module includes a buffer tank and a hot water inlet connector. The buffer tank includes a hot water inlet connector. The water pump includes a first water pump, which is connected to the hot water inlet connector and the hot water inlet connector via pipes. The hot water supply device is connected to the hot water inlet connector via pipes.

[0019] In some embodiments, the hot water supply device includes at least one of an air conditioning unit, a gas boiler, and a solar water heater.

[0020] In some embodiments, the air conditioning system includes a hydraulic module and a hot water supply device. The hydraulic module includes a buffer tank and a hot water outlet connector. The buffer tank includes a hot water outlet connector. The water pump includes a second water pump, which is connected to the hot water outlet connector and the hot water outlet connector via pipes. The hot water supply device is connected to the hot water outlet connector via pipes.

[0021] In some embodiments, the hot water supply system includes at least one of underfloor heating, radiators, fan coil units, and domestic water tanks.

[0022] The present invention provides a computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program, which, when executed by a processor, implements the steps of the control method of any of the above embodiments.

[0023] In the aforementioned air conditioning system and storage medium, if the air conditioning system meets the first cleaning condition, the water pump can operate according to the cleaning parameters, thereby achieving, to a certain extent, the water pump itself can be prevented from jamming and the related pipelines can be prevented from clogging.

[0024] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the air conditioning system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the air conditioning system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the hydraulic module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Explanation of key component reference numerals:

[0032] Air conditioning system 100, water pump 12, heat exchanger 14, electric valve 16, thermal equipment 18, control component 20, processor 22, memory 24, hydraulic module 26, buffer water tank 28, hot water inlet connector 30, hot water connector 32, first water pump 34, hot water outlet connector 36, second water pump 38. Detailed Implementation

[0033] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0034] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," and "counterclockwise," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing the 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the stated features. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0035] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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, and they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0036] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0037] The following disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of the invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this invention, but those skilled in the art will recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0038] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The present invention provides a control method for an air conditioning system 100, the air conditioning system 100 including a water pump 12, the control method including:

[0039] 01. When the air conditioning system 100 meets the first cleaning condition, control the water pump 12 to operate according to the cleaning parameters;

[0040] 03. After the water pump 12 has been running for the first preset time according to the cleaning parameters, control the water pump 12 to stop running.

[0041] Specifically, in one embodiment, the air conditioning system 100 can use water as a heat transfer medium. When the water pump 12 is running, it can accelerate the flow of water, thereby improving the heat transfer efficiency of the air conditioning system 100. It is understood that in other embodiments, the air conditioning system 100 can also use other fluids as a heat transfer medium, not limited to water, and when the water pump 12 is running, it can accelerate the flow of the heat transfer medium.

[0042] Please combine Figure 2 In one embodiment, the air conditioning system 100 may include a heat exchanger 14, an electric valve 16, and a heat storage device 18, wherein the heat storage device 18 includes heat exchange equipment and / or heat storage equipment. The heat exchange equipment includes, but is not limited to, the heat exchanger 14, coils, underfloor heating, etc., and the heat storage equipment includes, but is not limited to, a water tank. The heat exchanger 14, the water pump 12, and the heat storage device 18 are sequentially connected by pipes to form a circulating water circuit. When the water pump 12 operates, it can accelerate the water flow rate in the pipes, thereby improving the heat exchange effect. The air conditioning system 100 can operate in either cooling or heating mode.

[0043] exist Figure 2 There are two heating devices 18, which are respectively connected to an electric valve 16 and a heat exchanger 14. The electric valve 16 includes, but is not limited to, an electric three-way valve.

[0044] In related technologies, air conditioning systems that are not operated for a long time may cause the water pump to remain inactive for an extended period, leading to surface rust or the accumulation of impurities, which in turn can cause problems such as jamming.

[0045] In this embodiment of the invention, when the air conditioning system 100 meets the first cleaning condition, the water pump 12 can be controlled to operate according to the cleaning parameters. Thus, during operation, the water pump 12 can drive the movement of the moving parts and allow the heat exchange medium to flow, preventing the moving parts from rusting or being stuck due to impurities adsorbed on their surface. This, to a certain extent, prevents the water pump 12 from getting stuck and related pipelines from becoming clogged. Furthermore, the flowing heat exchange medium can also flush out impurities from the heat exchanger 14, preventing impurities from accumulating, hardening, and clogging the heat exchange channels of the heat exchanger 14, thus preventing blockage of the heat exchange channels within the heat exchanger 14.

[0046] After the water pump 12 runs according to the cleaning parameters for a first preset time, it can be controlled to stop running (i.e., shut down), thereby achieving the desired cleaning effect and saving energy. The specific value of the first preset time can be determined and stored in the air conditioning system 100 based on empirical values, tests, simulations, etc., and this invention does not impose a specific limitation on it. The first preset time can be fixed or adjustable. In one embodiment, the first preset time can be adjusted based on the water quality detection of the air conditioning system 100, or it can be adjusted by the air conditioning system 100 based on user input. In one example, the range of the first preset time is 1 minute to 2 minutes.

[0047] Please combine Figure 3 The air conditioning system 100 may include a control component 20, which may be electrically connected to the water pump 12 for controlling the operation and shutdown of the water pump 12.

[0048] In some implementations, the first cleanup condition includes the air conditioning system 100 being powered on again and a water pump running command being executed, or the water pump 12 being inactive for a period of time exceeding a first set threshold and a water pump running command being executed.

[0049] Therefore, the above conditions can be used to trigger water pump 12 to operate according to the cleaning parameters.

[0050] Specifically, in one embodiment, the first cleaning conditions include the air conditioning system 100 being powered on again and the absence of a water pump operation command. The air conditioning system 100 may experience a power outage for various reasons. When the air conditioning system 100 is powered on again, the control component 20 detects whether there is a water pump operation command. If there is a water pump operation command, the control component 20 can control the water pump 12 to operate according to the normal operating procedure. If there is no water pump operation command, the control component 20 can control the water pump 12 to operate according to the cleaning parameters, thereby moving the moving parts of the water pump 12 to prevent jamming caused by rust or impurities adhering to the surface of the moving parts, and to prevent pipe blockage.

[0051] In one embodiment, the first cleaning condition includes the water pump 12 remaining inactive for a period exceeding a first set threshold and the absence of a water pump start command. During operation of the air conditioning system 100, the water pump 12 may stop running. The control component 20 can detect the continuous inactivity time of the water pump 12. When the continuous inactivity time of the water pump 12 exceeds the first set threshold, the control component 20 can detect whether there is a water pump start command. If there is a water pump start command, the control component 20 can control the water pump 12 to run according to the normal operating procedure. If there is no water pump start command, the control component 20 can control the water pump 12 to run according to the cleaning parameters, thereby moving the moving parts of the water pump 12 to prevent jamming caused by rust or impurities adhering to the surface of the moving parts and to prevent pipe blockage.

[0052] The specific value of the first set threshold can be determined and stored in the air conditioning system 100 through empirical values, testing, simulation, etc., and this invention does not impose specific limitations on it. The first set threshold can be fixed or adjustable. In one embodiment, the first set threshold can be adjusted based on the water quality detection by the air conditioning system 100, or it can be adjusted by the air conditioning system 100 based on user input. In one example, the range of the first set threshold is 24 hours to 48 hours.

[0053] In some embodiments, the cleaning parameters include the rotational speed or power of the water pump 12, wherein the rotational speed of the water pump 12 includes the rated speed or the maximum speed, and the power of the water pump 12 includes the rated power or the maximum power.

[0054] Therefore, the operation of the water pump 12 can be controlled by the speed or power of the water pump 12.

[0055] Specifically, in one embodiment, the cleaning parameters include the rotational speed of the water pump 12, which may be either the rated speed or the maximum speed. When the air conditioning system 100 meets the first cleaning condition, the control component 20 can control the water pump 12 to operate at its rated speed or maximum speed, thereby allowing the heat exchange medium to flow and improving the cleaning efficiency to some extent.

[0056] The cleaning parameters include the power of water pump 12, which includes rated power or maximum power. When the air conditioning system 100 meets the first cleaning conditions, the control component 20 can control the water pump 12 to operate at its rated power or maximum power, thereby allowing the heat exchange medium to flow and improving the cleaning efficiency to a certain extent.

[0057] The rated power, maximum power, rated speed and maximum speed of the water pump 12 can be stored in the air conditioning system 100. When the air conditioning system 100 meets the first cleaning condition, the control component 20 can read the above cleaning parameters to control the operation of the water pump 12.

[0058] The cleaning parameters can be fixed or adjustable; this invention does not impose any specific limitations on them. Optionally, the water pump 12 can be a variable frequency water pump.

[0059] In some implementations, please refer to Figure 4 The air conditioning system 100 includes an electric valve 16, which is connected to the water pump 12 via a pipe. The control method includes:

[0060] 05. When the air conditioning system 100 meets the second cleaning condition, control the electric valve 16 to perform the switching action;

[0061] 07. When the time for the electric valve 16 to perform the switching action reaches the second preset time, control the electric valve 16 to stop performing the switching action.

[0062] Therefore, to a certain extent, the problem of jamming caused by rust or impurities adsorbed on the surface of the electric valve 16 can be avoided.

[0063] Specifically, please combine Figure 2 The air conditioning system 100 includes an electric valve 16, which can control the opening and closing of the pipeline. If the electric valve 16 does not operate for a long time, the surface of the moving parts of the electric valve 16 is prone to rust or impurities, which may cause it to jam.

[0064] In this embodiment of the invention, when the air conditioning system 100 meets the second cleaning condition, the electric valve 16 can be controlled to perform a switching action, thereby enabling the moving parts of the electric valve 16 to move, which to a certain extent avoids the problem of jamming caused by rust or impurities adsorbed on the surface of the moving parts.

[0065] When the electric valve 16 performs the switching action for a second preset time, the electric valve 16 is controlled to stop performing the switching action, thereby achieving the desired cleaning effect and saving energy. The specific value of the second preset time can be determined and stored in the air conditioning system 100 based on empirical values, tests, simulations, etc., and this invention does not impose a specific limitation on it. The second preset time can be fixed or adjustable. In one embodiment, the second preset time can be adjusted based on the water quality detection of the air conditioning system 100, or it can be adjusted by the air conditioning system 100 based on user input.

[0066] The air conditioning system 100 may include a control component 20, which may be electrically connected to the electric valve 16 and used to control the electric valve 16 to perform switching actions.

[0067] The switch switching action may include one of the following: switching from the off state to the on state; switching from the on state to the off state; switching from the on state to the off state and then back to the on state; switching from the off state to the on state and then back to the off state. Optionally, the second preset time can satisfy the requirement that the switch switching action completes at least one of the above actions.

[0068] In one implementation, steps 01 and 05 may be executed simultaneously or sequentially, and the present invention does not specifically limit this.

[0069] In some implementations, the second cleanup condition includes the air conditioning system 100 being powered on again and no electric valve operation command being issued, or the electric valve 16 remaining inactive for a period of time exceeding a second set threshold and no electric valve operation command being issued.

[0070] Therefore, the electric valve 16 can be triggered to perform a switching action under the above conditions.

[0071] Specifically, in one embodiment, the second cleaning condition includes the air conditioning system 100 being powered on again and the absence of an electric valve operation command. The air conditioning system 100 may experience a power outage for various reasons. When the air conditioning system 100 is powered on again, the control component 20 detects whether there is an electric valve operation command. If there is an electric valve operation command, the control component 20 can control the electric valve 16 to operate according to the normal operating procedure. If there is no electric valve operation command, the control component 20 can control the electric valve 16 to perform a switching action, thereby moving the actuating parts of the electric valve 16 and preventing jamming caused by rust or impurities adhering to the surface of the actuating parts.

[0072] In one embodiment, the second cleaning condition includes the electric valve 16 remaining inactive for a period exceeding a second preset threshold and the absence of an electric valve operation command. During operation of the air conditioning system 100, the electric valve 16 may fail to operate. The control component 20 can detect the duration of inactivity of the electric valve 16. When the duration of inactivity exceeds the second preset threshold, the control component 20 can detect whether there is an electric valve operation command. If there is an electric valve operation command, the control component 20 can control the electric valve 16 to operate according to the normal operating procedure. If there is no electric valve operation command, the control component 20 can control the electric valve 16 to perform a switching action, thereby moving the moving parts of the electric valve 16 and preventing jamming caused by rust or impurities adhering to the surface of the moving parts.

[0073] The specific value of the second set threshold can be determined and stored in the air conditioning system 100 through empirical values, testing, simulation, etc., and this invention does not impose specific limitations on it. The second set threshold can be fixed or adjustable. In one embodiment, the second set threshold can be adjusted based on the water quality detection by the air conditioning system 100, or it can be adjusted by the air conditioning system 100 based on user input. In one example, the range of the second set threshold is 24 hours to 48 hours. The first set threshold and the second set threshold can be the same or different.

[0074] In some implementations, the time interval between the opening and closing actions of the switch switching operation is not less than the switching cycle of the electric valve 16.

[0075] Therefore, it can improve the anti-jamming or surface rust prevention effect to a certain extent.

[0076] Specifically, in one embodiment, the switching cycle of the electric valve 16 can refer to the time it takes for the electric valve 16 to switch from one state (such as the open state) to another state (such as the closed state) and then switch back to the original state.

[0077] The time interval between the opening and closing actions of the switch switching action is not less than the switching cycle of the electric valve 16, which can ensure to a certain extent that the electric valve 16 can complete at least one action of switching from the open state to the closed state, or from the closed state to the open state. The electric valve 16 has a large stroke, which improves the anti-jamming effect or the surface anti-rust effect to a certain extent.

[0078] The specific value of the time interval can be determined and stored in the air conditioning system 100 based on empirical values, tests, simulations, etc., and this invention does not impose specific limitations on it. The time interval can be fixed or adjustable. In one example, the time interval ranges from the switching cycle of the electric valve to 5 minutes.

[0079] In some implementations, both the on and off actions of the switch switching operation are performed at least once.

[0080] Therefore, it can improve the anti-jamming or surface rust prevention effect to a certain extent.

[0081] Specifically, in one embodiment, the opening action can refer to the action of the electric valve 16 switching from the closed state to the open state, and the closing action can refer to the action of the electric valve 16 switching from the open state to the closed state.

[0082] The opening and closing actions of the switch switching action are performed at least once. That is, the opening action is performed at least once and the closing action is performed at least once, so that the actuating part of the electric valve 16 can move back and forth at least once, which can improve the anti-jamming or surface anti-rust effect to a certain extent.

[0083] The number of times the "start" action is executed and the number of times the "stop" action is executed can be the same or different. The number of times the "start" action is executed can be one, two, or more. The number of times the "stop" action is executed can be one, two, or more.

[0084] In some embodiments, the air conditioning system 100 includes a heat exchanger 14, which is connected to the water pump 12 via pipes.

[0085] Therefore, when the water pump 12 is running at the cleaning parameters, the heat exchange medium can flow, flushing out impurities in the heat exchanger 14 and preventing impurities from hardening and clogging the heat exchange channels of the heat exchanger 14.

[0086] Specifically, the heat exchange medium flows into the heat exchange channel and exchanges heat with the heat exchanger 14, causing the heat exchange medium output from the heat exchanger 14 to become either a high-temperature heat exchange medium or a low-temperature heat exchange medium. The high-temperature heat exchange medium can be transported to the heat equipment 18, where it stores or dissipates heat, thereby raising the indoor temperature and achieving a heating effect. The low-temperature heat exchange medium can be transported to the heat equipment 18, where it stores or dissipates cold energy, thereby lowering the indoor temperature and achieving a cooling effect.

[0087] When the air conditioning system 100 is not running for a long time, the heat exchange medium does not flow, and impurities in the heat exchange medium will accumulate and block the heat exchanger 14. When the water pump 12 runs according to the cleaning parameters, it can make the heat exchange medium flow, flush out the impurities in the heat exchanger 14, and prevent the impurities from accumulating and hardening and blocking the heat exchange channels of the heat exchanger 14.

[0088] Please combine Figure 3 An air conditioning system 100 provided by an embodiment of the present invention includes a control component 20 and a water pump 12. The control component 20 is electrically connected to the water pump 12. The control component 20 includes a processor 22, a memory 24, and a computer program stored in the memory 24 and capable of running on the processor 22. When the computer program is executed by the processor 22, it implements the steps of the control method of any of the above embodiments.

[0089] In the aforementioned air conditioning system 100, when the first cleaning condition is met, the air conditioning system 100 can control the water pump 12 to operate according to the cleaning parameters. Thus, when the water pump 12 is running, it can drive the moving parts to move and make the heat exchange medium flow, avoiding the problem of jamming caused by rust or impurities adsorbed on the surface of the moving parts. This achieves the anti-jamming of the water pump 12 and the anti-blocking of related pipelines to a certain extent.

[0090] It should be noted that the above explanation of the implementation method and beneficial effects of the control method for the air conditioning system 100 also applies to the air conditioning system 100 of this embodiment. To avoid redundancy, it will not be elaborated in detail here.

[0091] In some implementations, please refer to Figure 5 The air conditioning system 100 includes a hydraulic module 26 and a hot water supply device. The hydraulic module 26 includes a buffer tank 28 and a hot water inlet connector 30. The buffer tank 28 includes a hot water inlet connector 32. The water pump 12 includes a first water pump 34. The first water pump 34 is connected to the hot water inlet connector 32 and the hot water inlet connector 30 through a pipe. The hot water supply device is connected to the hot water inlet connector 30 through a pipe.

[0092] Therefore, the first water pump 34 can send the hot water pump 12 output by the hot water supply device to the buffer water tank 28.

[0093] Specifically, in one embodiment, the air conditioning system 100 may be a heating unit. In one embodiment, the heating unit may include a hot water supply device, a domestic water tank, a zone one system, and a zone two system, and the hydraulic module 26 may be connected to the hot water supply device, the domestic water tank, the zone one system, and the zone two system via pipes.

[0094] Optionally, the hot water supply device may include an air conditioning unit, which may include a heat pump system. The air conditioning unit may use the heat pump system to heat cold water into hot water and distribute the hot water through the hot water inlet connector 30 into the hydraulic module 26.

[0095] Optionally, the hot water supply device may include a gas boiler, which uses the heat generated during gas combustion to heat cold water to form hot water. The hot water output from the gas boiler is fed into the hydraulic module 26 for distribution via the hot water inlet connector 30.

[0096] Optionally, the hot water supply device includes a solar water heater, which is connected to the hot water inlet connector 30 via a pipe. The solar water heater is used to heat water using solar energy to produce hot water, which can be transmitted to the hydraulic module 26 for distribution.

[0097] The first water pump 34 can send the hot water pump 12 input through the hot water inlet connector 30 to the hot water inlet connector 32, and the hot water enters the buffer water tank 28 for storage through the hot water inlet connector 32.

[0098] Hot water from buffer tank 28 can be output to hydraulic module 26 via hot water connector 32. Firstly, hydraulic module 26 delivers hot water to the coil inside the domestic water tank. The hot water transfers heat through the coil to the domestic water in the tank, raising its temperature. The domestic water tank can be connected to faucets, showerheads, or other water outlet valves, allowing the heated domestic water to be supplied to users.

[0099] Secondly, the hydraulic module 26 can deliver hot water to a zone system, which may include heaters suspended from the indoor ceiling, including but not limited to fan coil units (FCUs). The fan coil units can dissipate the heat from the hot water into the room, raising the indoor temperature.

[0100] Thirdly, the hydraulic module 26 can deliver hot water to the Zone 2 system, which may include underfloor heating and / or radiators. Underfloor heating can radiate the heat from the hot water to the floor, while radiators can radiate the heat from the hot water into the room, thereby raising the temperature of the floor and the room.

[0101] When the first water pump 34 is running according to the cleaning parameters, it can make the water flow, thereby avoiding the problem of jamming caused by rust or impurities adsorbed on the surface of the moving parts. This can, to a certain extent, prevent the first water pump 34 from jamming and prevent the related pipelines from clogging.

[0102] Hydraulic module 26 may also include electric valve 16, which may include, but is not limited to, electric three-way valve.

[0103] In some embodiments, the hot water supply device includes at least one of an air conditioning unit, a gas boiler, and a solar water heater.

[0104] Therefore, the source of hot water can be configured according to needs.

[0105] Specifically, in one embodiment, the hot water supply device includes an air conditioning unit, a gas boiler, and a solar water heater. For example, when the air conditioning system 100 is operating in heating mode, if the ambient temperature is low and the air conditioning unit is inefficient, the gas boiler and / or solar water heater can be activated to produce hot water. When sunlight is insufficient, the solar water heater is inefficient, and the gas boiler and / or air conditioning unit can be activated to produce hot water. When there is no gas supply, the air conditioning unit and / or solar water heater can be activated to produce hot water.

[0106] In other embodiments, the hot water supply device includes any one or any two of an air conditioning unit, a gas boiler, and a solar water heater.

[0107] In some embodiments, the air conditioning system 100 includes a hydraulic module 26 and a hot water supply device. The hydraulic module 26 includes a buffer tank 28 and a hot water outlet connector 36. The buffer tank 28 includes a hot water outlet connector 32. The water pump 12 includes a second water pump 38. The second water pump 38 is connected to the hot water outlet connector 32 and the hot water outlet connector 36 via pipes. The hot water supply device is connected to the hot water outlet connector 36 via pipes.

[0108] Therefore, the second water pump 38 can transfer the hot water output from the buffer water tank 28 to the hot water device.

[0109] Specifically, in one embodiment, the air conditioning system 100 may be a heating unit. The hot water supply includes, but is not limited to, a domestic water tank, a zone one system, and a zone two system, and the hydraulic module 26 may be connected to the domestic water tank, the zone one system, and the zone two system via pipes.

[0110] The second water pump 38 can deliver the hot water pump 12, which is output through the hot water connector 32, to the hot water user. Please refer to... Figure 5 In one embodiment, firstly, the lower second water pump 38 can deliver hot water pump 12 to a zone one system, which may include a heater suspended from the indoor ceiling, including but not limited to a fan coil unit (FCU). The fan coil unit can dissipate the heat of the hot water into the room, raising the indoor temperature. Secondly, the upper second water pump 38 can deliver hot water pump 12 to a zone two system, which may include underfloor heating and / or radiators. Underfloor heating can dissipate the heat of the hot water to the floor, and radiators can dissipate the heat of the hot water into the room, thereby raising the temperature of the floor and the room.

[0111] In other embodiments, the second water pump 38 can deliver hot water pump 12 to the coil inside the domestic water tank. The hot water transfers heat through the coil to the domestic water in the tank, raising the temperature of the domestic water. The domestic water tank can be connected to water outlet valves such as faucets and shower heads, and the heated domestic water can be supplied to users through these valves.

[0112] When the second water pump 38 is running according to the cleaning parameters, it can make the water flow, thereby avoiding the problem of jamming caused by rust or impurities adsorbed on the surface of the moving parts. This can, to a certain extent, prevent the second water pump 38 from jamming and prevent the related pipelines from clogging.

[0113] In some embodiments, the hot water system includes at least one of underfloor heating, radiators, fan coil units, and domestic water tanks.

[0114] Therefore, the location of hot water can be configured as needed.

[0115] Specifically, in one embodiment, the hot water system includes underfloor heating, radiators, fan coil units, and a domestic water tank. The fan coil units can be installed in Zone 1 system, and the underfloor heating and radiators can be installed in Zone 2 system. The domestic water tank can be installed indoors, outdoors, or in other desired locations.

[0116] In other embodiments, the hot water system includes any one, two, or three of the following: underfloor heating, radiators, fan coil units, and domestic water tanks.

[0117] The present invention provides a computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program, which, when executed by a processor 22, implements the steps of the control method described in any of the above embodiments.

[0118] For example, the control methods implemented when a computer program is executed by processor 22 include:

[0119] 01. When the air conditioning system 100 meets the first cleaning condition, control the water pump 12 to operate according to the cleaning parameters;

[0120] 03. After the water pump 12 has been running for the first preset time according to the cleaning parameters, control the water pump 12 to stop running.

[0121] It should be noted that the above explanation and description of the control method and implementation method of the air conditioning system 100, as well as the beneficial effects, also apply to the computer-readable storage medium of the embodiments of the present invention. To avoid redundancy, they will not be elaborated in detail here.

[0122] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0123] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A control method for an air conditioning system, the air conditioning system including a water pump, characterized in that, The control method includes: When the air conditioning system meets the first cleaning condition, the water pump is controlled to operate according to the cleaning parameters; After the water pump has been running for a first preset time according to the cleaning parameters, the water pump is controlled to stop running.

2. The control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first cleaning condition includes the air conditioning system being powered on again and a water pump running command being issued, or the water pump not running for a period of time exceeding a first set threshold and a water pump running command being issued.

3. The control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning parameters include the pump's rotational speed or power, where the pump's rotational speed includes the rated speed or the maximum speed, and the pump's power includes the rated power or the maximum power.

4. The control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air conditioning system includes an electric valve, which is connected to the water pump via a pipe. The control method includes: When the air conditioning system meets the second cleaning condition, the electric valve is controlled to perform a switching action. If the time for the electric valve to perform the switching action reaches a second preset time, the electric valve is controlled to stop performing the switching action.

5. The control method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The second cleanup condition includes the air conditioning system being powered on again and there being no electric valve operation command, or the electric valve remaining inactive for a period of time exceeding the second set threshold and there being no electric valve operation command.

6. The control method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The time interval between the opening and closing actions of the switch switching operation is not less than the switching cycle of the electric valve.

7. The control method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The switching action, including both the opening and closing actions, is performed at least once.

8. The control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air conditioning system includes a heat exchanger, which is connected to the water pump via a pipe.

9. An air conditioning system, characterized in that, The device includes a control component and a water pump, the control component being electrically connected to the water pump, the control component including a processor, a memory, and a computer program stored in the memory and capable of running on the processor, the computer program being executed by the processor to implement the steps of the control method according to any one of claims 1-8.

10. The air conditioning system according to claim 9, characterized in that, The air conditioning system includes a hydraulic module and a hot water supply device. The hydraulic module includes a buffer tank and a hot water inlet connector. The buffer tank includes a hot water inlet connector. The water pump includes a first water pump. The first water pump is connected to the hot water inlet connector and the hot water inlet connector through a pipe. The hot water supply device is connected to the hot water inlet connector through a pipe.

11. The air conditioning system according to claim 10, characterized in that, The hot water supply device includes at least one of an air conditioning unit, a gas boiler, and a solar water heater.

12. The air conditioning system according to claim 9, characterized in that, The air conditioning system includes a hydraulic module and a hot water device. The hydraulic module includes a buffer tank and a hot water outlet connector. The buffer tank includes a hot water outlet connector. The water pump includes a second water pump. The second water pump is connected to the hot water outlet connector and the hot water outlet connector via pipes. The hot water device is connected to the hot water outlet connector via pipes.

13. The air conditioning system according to claim 12, characterized in that, The hot water supply device includes at least one of underfloor heating, radiators, fan coil units, and domestic water tanks.

14. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that, The computer-readable storage medium stores a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the steps of the control method according to any one of claims 1-8.

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