Liquid dispensing method, device and washing device

Abstract

This application relates to the field of smart home technology and provides a liquid dispensing method, apparatus, and washing device. The liquid dispensing method includes: controlling the opening of a first valve to flush detergent in the dispensing box with water; timing the flushing time of the detergent in the dispensing box when the liquid level in the washing tub reaches a first change; controlling the closing of the first valve when the detergent flushing time reaches a first time; and controlling the opening of a second valve to bring the liquid level in the washing tub to a preset water level, the second valve being open to allow water to flush the filter before entering the washing tub. The liquid dispensing method provided by this application ensures that sufficient detergent mixed with water is normally introduced into the washing tub, thereby ensuring that clothes can be effectively cleaned and washed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of smart home technology, and in particular relates to liquid dispensing methods, devices, and washing devices. Background Technology

[0002] When a washing machine first starts washing clothes, there is a stage where water rinses off the detergent. The water used to rinse off the detergent then enters the washing machine drum to wash the clothes. If the user forgets to turn on the tap during the detergent rinsing stage, or if the user turns on the tap after the detergent rinsing stage, the detergent will not be flushed into the washing machine drum, resulting in the clothes not being washed properly. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application provides a liquid dispensing method, apparatus, and washing device, which can solve the problem in the prior art where clothes cannot be cleaned properly due to the lack of water during the rinsing stage of laundry detergent.

[0004] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide a liquid dispensing method, which is applied to a washing device, and the liquid dispensing method includes:

[0005] The first valve is opened to allow water to rinse the detergent in the dispensing box;

[0006] When the liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change, the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box is timed.

[0007] Once the detergent rinse time reaches the first set point, the first valve is closed.

[0008] The second valve is opened to allow the liquid level in the washing drum to reach the preset water level. The second valve is opened to allow water to enter the washing drum after rinsing the filter screen.

[0009] In one possible implementation of the first aspect, the liquid dispensing method further includes:

[0010] If the change in liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change amount, the rinsing time of the detergent is not timed, and the change in liquid level in the washing tub is monitored until the change in liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change amount.

[0011] In one possible implementation of the first aspect, the liquid dispensing method further includes:

[0012] Monitor whether the change in liquid level in the washing drum reaches the first change threshold.

[0013] In one possible implementation of the first aspect, the liquid dispensing method further includes:

[0014] The monitoring timer is started when the change in liquid level in the washing drum reaches the first change amount.

[0015] If the monitoring time reaches the second time and the change in liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change, an alarm detection and / or an alarm prompt will be generated.

[0016] In one possible implementation of the first aspect, the alarm detection includes:

[0017] Control the first valve to close, and control the first valve to reopen;

[0018] The output alarm prompts include:

[0019] An alarm message is displayed on the indicator panel of the washing machine.

[0020] In one possible implementation of the first aspect, the amount of liquid level change in the washing tub is determined based on the following steps:

[0021] Before the control valve is opened, the first water level in the washing drum is determined;

[0022] After the first control valve is opened, the second water level in the washing drum is determined;

[0023] The difference between the second water level and the first water level is determined as the change in the liquid level of the washing drum.

[0024] In one possible implementation of the first aspect, the liquid dispensing method further includes:

[0025] If the rinsing time of the detergent has not reached the first time, keep the first valve open until the rinsing time of the detergent reaches the first time.

[0026] In one possible implementation of the first aspect, controlling the second valve to open so that the liquid level in the washing tub reaches a preset water level includes:

[0027] The second valve is opened so that water flows through the second valve pipe and the filter flushing pipe to flush the filter screen before entering the washing drum, so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level.

[0028] Secondly, embodiments of this application provide a liquid dispensing device, which is applied to a washing device, and the device includes:

[0029] The first control module is used to control the opening of the first valve so that water can rinse the detergent in the dispensing box;

[0030] The second timing module is used to time the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box when the liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change amount.

[0031] The third control module is used to close the first valve when the detergent rinsing time reaches the first time.

[0032] The fourth control module is used to control the opening of the second valve so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level. The opening of the second valve is used to allow water to enter the washing drum after rinsing the filter screen.

[0033] Thirdly, embodiments of this application provide a washing device, which includes: a washing drum, a dispensing box, a first valve, a second valve, a filter screen, and a liquid dispensing device as described in the second aspect above.

[0034] In one possible implementation of the third aspect, the washing device further includes a Venturi tube and a first spray pipe, the end of the first spray pipe communicating with the washing drum forming a first spray port, the Venturi tube being fixedly connected to the dispensing box, the Venturi tube further including a body located in the Venturi tube, the body of the Venturi tube further including an inlet section and a diffuser section, the inlet section being connected to a premixed water inlet pipe, the diffuser section being connected to a second spray pipe, the end of the second spray pipe communicating with the washing drum forming a second spray port.

[0035] Fourthly, embodiments of this application provide an electronic device, including a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the processor executes the computer program to implement the liquid dispensing method as described in the first aspect above.

[0036] Fifthly, embodiments of this application provide a computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the liquid dispensing method as described in the first aspect above.

[0037] In a sixth aspect, embodiments of this application provide a computer program product that, when run on an electronic device, enables the electronic device to implement the liquid dispensing method described in the first aspect.

[0038] It is understood that the beneficial effects of the second to sixth aspects mentioned above can be found in the relevant descriptions in the first aspect mentioned above, and will not be repeated here.

[0039] The beneficial effects of the embodiments in this application compared with the prior art are:

[0040] In this embodiment, the first valve is opened to flush the detergent in the dispensing box with water. When the liquid level in the washing tub reaches a first change, the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box is timed. When the rinsing time reaches a first time, the first valve is closed. The second valve is then opened to bring the liquid level in the washing tub to a preset level. The second valve allows water to rinse the filter screen before entering the washing tub. Timing the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box when the liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change ensures that sufficient detergent mixed with water flows normally into the washing tub, thereby ensuring that clothes are effectively cleaned and washed. Furthermore, by controlling the opening of the second valve to allow water to rinse the filter screen before entering the washing tub, the filter screen is cleaned with water, reducing lint residue and filter clogging. Attached Figure Description

[0041] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, 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 this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0042] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0043] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a washing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0044] Figure 3 This is a schematic flowchart of a liquid dispensing method provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0045] Figure 4 This is a schematic flowchart of a liquid dispensing method provided in another embodiment of this application;

[0046] Figure 5 This is a schematic flowchart of a liquid dispensing method provided in another embodiment of this application;

[0047] Figure 6 This is a schematic flowchart of a liquid dispensing method provided in another embodiment of this application;

[0048] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the liquid dispensing device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0049] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of a venturi tube and a spray pipe according to another embodiment of this application;

[0050] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of a spray nozzle device provided in another embodiment of this application;

[0051] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the electronic device provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0052] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0053] 10. First valve; 20. Second valve; 30. Dispensing box; 40. Washing drum; 50. Water outlet pipe; 21. Second valve pipe; 22. Filter washing pipe; 23. Filter; 81. Venturi tube; 82. First spray pipe; 821. First spray nozzle; 83. Second spray pipe; 831. Second spray nozzle. Detailed Implementation

[0054] In the following description, specific details such as particular system architectures and techniques are set forth for illustrative purposes and not for limitation, in order to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments of this application. However, those skilled in the art will understand that this application may also be implemented in other embodiments without these specific details. In other instances, detailed descriptions of well-known systems, apparatuses, circuits, and methods have been omitted so as not to obscure the description of this application with unnecessary detail.

[0055] It should be understood that, when used in this application specification and the appended claims, the term "comprising" indicates the presence of the described features, integrals, steps, operations, elements and / or components, but does not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, components and / or a collection thereof.

[0056] It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used in this application specification and the appended claims means any combination of one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations, and includes such combinations.

[0057] As used in this application specification and the appended claims, the term "if" may be interpreted, depending on the context, as "when," "once," "in response to determination," or "in response to detection." Similarly, the phrase "if determined" or "if detected [the described condition or event]" may be interpreted, depending on the context, as meaning "once determined," "in response to determination," "once detected [the described condition or event]," or "in response to detection [the described condition or event]."

[0058] Furthermore, in the description of this application and the appended claims, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0059] References to "one embodiment" or "some embodiments" as described in this specification mean that one or more embodiments of this application include a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment. Therefore, the phrases "in one embodiment," "in some embodiments," "in other embodiments," "in still other embodiments," etc., appearing in different parts of this specification do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, but rather mean "one or more, but not all, embodiments," unless otherwise specifically emphasized. The terms "comprising," "including," "having," and variations thereof mean "including but not limited to," unless otherwise specifically emphasized.

[0060] In some specific embodiments, the liquid dispensing method can be used to dispense any detergent. Detergents include, but are not limited to, laundry powder, detergent liquid, etc. The detergent liquid may include a main detergent, or it may include a main detergent and a secondary detergent, the secondary detergent being fabric softener.

[0061] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 The washing device includes a first valve 10 and a second valve 20. The first valve can also be referred to as a washing valve. The second valve can also be referred to as a rinsing valve. The washing device also includes a second valve pipe 21, which is connected to the second valve 20. The second valve pipe can also be referred to as a rinsing valve pipe. The washing device also includes a dispensing box 30, which can be used to dispense various detergents. The washing device also includes a water outlet pipe 50, one end of which is connected to the washing drum 40 for introducing detergent mixed with water into the washing drum 40.

[0062] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 2 The washing device also includes a filter rinsing pipe 22, a filter 23, and a washing drum 40. One end of the filter rinsing pipe 22 is connected to the second valve pipe 21, and the other end is connected to the filter 23. The filter 23 is connected to the washing drum 40. The washing device can be a drum washer-dryer combo. Preferably, the washing device can be a drum washer-dryer combo with a filter.

[0063] In a drum washer-dryer combo with a filter, the filter's function is to filter out lint and debris generated during the drying process. The complete washing and drying process is as follows: a) Water enters the washing valve to rinse the detergent (using detergent as an example here; those skilled in the art should understand that this embodiment is also applicable to other types of detergents); b) Water enters the filter to rinse the filter; c) Washing clothes; d) Rinsing; e) Spin-drying; f) Drying; g) Cooling. Typically, at the beginning of the washing and drying process, water enters the washing valve for a period to rinse the detergent, followed by additional water through the rinsing valve, rinsing the filter, and then the water enters the washing drum to reach the washing water level. However, if there is a water outage during the detergent rinsing stage, or if the user forgets to turn on the tap, or if the tap is turned on for too short a time (e.g., turning it on near the end of the detergent rinsing stage), or even if the tap is turned on after the detergent rinsing stage has ended, the detergent may not be able to enter the washing drum, resulting in clothes not being properly cleaned. To avoid this problem, this application proposes a liquid dispensing method that detects the change in liquid level in the washing tub and times the rinsing time of the detergent to prevent the detergent from being spilled.

[0064] Figure 3 This is a schematic flowchart of a liquid dispensing method provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0065] S31, control the first valve to open so that water can rinse the detergent in the dispensing box.

[0066] The control valve 10 opens to flush the detergent in the dispensing box with water, allowing the detergent to mix with the water before entering the washing drum. When the first valve 10 is open, water enters the dispensing box 30 through the valve to flush the detergent, and the water mixes with the detergent in the dispensing box 30. One end of the water outlet pipe 50 is connected to the washing drum 40. The detergent and water in the dispensing box 30 mix and then enter the washing drum 40 through the water outlet pipe 50.

[0067] In one embodiment, the liquid dispensing method further includes:

[0068] Monitor whether the change in liquid level in the washing drum reaches the first change threshold.

[0069] The system can continuously monitor the water level in the washing drum over a period of time using a water level detector. As water continuously enters the drum, the water level rises. The quantity used to measure this change in water level is called the water level change. The unit of measurement for the water level change can be height or volume. If the water level change reaches the first threshold, it indicates that the detergent mixed with water is entering the drum normally, and the detergent will be used to wash clothes. If the water level change does not reach the first threshold, it indicates a low water level, which may indicate insufficient water or insufficient detergent mixed with water entering the drum, or the user may have forgotten to turn on the tap.

[0070] S32, when the liquid level change in the washing drum reaches the first change, the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box is timed.

[0071] If the liquid level change in the washing tub reaches the first change amount, it indicates that the detergent mixed with water is normally flowing into the washing tub. At this time, the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box begins to ensure that the rinsing time of the detergent reaches a certain duration, ensuring that sufficient detergent mixed with water is normally flowing into the washing tub. Sufficient and adequate detergent mixed with water flowing into the washing tub will ensure that the clothes in the washing tub are effectively washed with a sufficient amount of detergent.

[0072] S33, when the detergent rinsing time reaches the first time, control the first valve to close.

[0073] If the rinsing time of the detergent reaches the first time, it indicates that sufficient detergent mixed with water has been normally introduced into the washing drum, at which point the first valve can be closed. The first time can be, for example, 5 seconds to 5 minutes. Preferably, the first time can be, for example, 2 minutes.

[0074] S34 controls the second valve to open so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level. The second valve is opened to allow water to enter the washing drum after rinsing the filter screen.

[0075] After the first valve closes, the second valve can be opened to allow water to flush the filter screen before entering the washing drum. This ensures the filter screen is thoroughly rinsed, reducing lint residue and clogging. When the water level in the washing drum reaches the preset level, it indicates that enough water has flushed the filter screen and entered the drum, and normal washing can begin. The second valve can be closed when the water level in the washing drum reaches the preset level.

[0076] In this embodiment, the first valve is opened to flush the detergent in the dispensing box with water. When the liquid level in the washing tub reaches a first change, the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box is timed. When the rinsing time reaches a first time, the first valve is closed. The second valve is then opened to bring the liquid level in the washing tub to a preset level. The second valve allows water to rinse the filter screen before entering the washing tub. Timing the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box when the liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change ensures that sufficient detergent mixed with water flows normally into the washing tub, thereby ensuring that clothes are effectively cleaned and washed. Furthermore, by controlling the opening of the second valve to allow water to rinse the filter screen before entering the washing tub, the filter screen is cleaned with water, reducing lint residue and filter clogging.

[0077] Figure 4 This is a schematic flowchart of a liquid dispensing method provided in another embodiment of this application.

[0078] S41 controls the opening of the first valve to flush the detergent in the dispensing box with water.

[0079] S421, when the liquid level change in the washing drum reaches the first change, the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box is timed.

[0080] S43, when the detergent rinsing time reaches the first time, control the first valve to close.

[0081] S44 controls the second valve to open so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level. The second valve is opened to allow water to enter the washing drum after rinsing the filter screen.

[0082] The implementation methods of S41, S421, S43, and S44 above are the same as those of S421, S43, and S44. Figure 3 The implementation methods of the embodiments are similar or nearly identical, and will not be described again here.

[0083] S422, if the change in liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change amount, the rinsing time of the detergent is not timed, and the change in liquid level in the washing tub is monitored until the change in liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change amount.

[0084] If the liquid level change in the washing tub does not reach the first change amount, it indicates that the detergent mixed with water is not being properly introduced into the washing tub. This may be due to the user not turning on the tap or other malfunctions. Since the detergent mixed with water is not being properly introduced into the washing tub, the liquid level change in the washing tub is monitored to ensure it reaches the first change amount, but subsequent steps are not performed until the liquid level change reaches the first change amount. This prevents clothes from being washed due to insufficient detergent, thus avoiding inadequate cleaning. If the user turns on the tap normally at this stage, water will enter the dispensing box 30 through the first valve 10, mix with the detergent in the dispensing box 30, and the detergent mixture will enter the washing tub 40 through the outlet pipe 50. Correspondingly, the liquid level change in the washing tub will reach the first change amount. Subsequent processing at this point ensures sufficient detergent mixed with water is properly introduced into the washing tub, thereby ensuring that clothes are effectively cleaned and washed.

[0085] Figure 5 This is a schematic flowchart of a liquid dispensing method provided in another embodiment of this application.

[0086] S51 controls the opening of the first valve to flush the detergent in the dispensing box with water, monitors whether the change in the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the first change amount, and monitors and times the change.

[0087] Here, a monitoring timer is set up to check whether the change in the liquid level of the washing tub reaches the first change amount. The monitoring timer can constrain the time for monitoring the change in the liquid level of the washing tub. If the monitoring time reaches the second time and the change in the liquid level of the washing tub has not reached the first change amount, necessary alarm detection and / or alarm prompts can be performed by performing alarm detection and / or outputting alarm prompts.

[0088] S521, when the liquid level change in the washing drum reaches the first change, the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box is timed.

[0089] S53, when the detergent rinsing time reaches the first time, control the first valve to close.

[0090] S54 controls the second valve to open so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level. The second valve is opened to allow water to enter the washing drum after rinsing the filter screen.

[0091] The implementation methods of S51, S521, S53, and S54 above are the same as those of... Figure 3 The implementation methods of the embodiments are similar or nearly identical, and will not be described again here.

[0092] S522, if the monitoring time reaches the second time and the change in liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change, an alarm detection is performed and / or an alarm prompt is output.

[0093] The second time interval can be set from 2 minutes to 30 minutes. Preferably, the second time interval can be set to 5 minutes. Generally speaking, within the time interval set by the second time interval, the change in the liquid level in the washing tub should reach the first change amount. If the second time interval is reached during the monitoring time and the change in the liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change amount, it indicates that there is a malfunction or that the user has not turned on the tap.

[0094] If the monitoring time reaches the second time and the change in the liquid level in the washing drum does not reach the first change, an alarm can be triggered. For example, the water level detector can be checked to determine if it is faulty and repair it.

[0095] If the monitoring time reaches the second time and the change in the liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change, an alarm can also be output. For example, an SMS message can be sent to the user's registered mobile phone number, or a notification message can be sent to the user's mobile phone to inform the user of the current status of the washing device, prompt the user to check whether the faucet is turned on properly, or prompt the user to perform other checks.

[0096] Those skilled in the art should understand that the two steps of alarm detection and alarm output can be performed either one or both.

[0097] If the monitoring time reaches the second time interval but the change in liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change interval, it indicates a malfunction or that the user has not turned on the tap. By performing alarm detection and / or outputting alarm prompts, the user can be prompted to turn on the tap, or the malfunction can be rectified. This ensures that water enters the dispensing box 30 through the first valve 10, mixes with the detergent in the dispensing box 30, and the detergent mixture enters the washing tub 40 through the outlet pipe 50. Correspondingly, the change in liquid level in the washing tub will reach the first change interval. Subsequent processing at this point ensures that sufficient detergent mixed with water flows normally into the washing tub, thereby ensuring that clothes are effectively cleaned and washed.

[0098] In one embodiment, the alarm detection includes:

[0099] Control the first valve to close, and control the first valve to reopen;

[0100] The output alarm prompts include:

[0101] An alarm message is displayed on the indicator panel of the washing device.

[0102] A potential malfunction of the first valve can be corrected by controlling its closure and reopening. By controlling the closure and reopening of the first valve, the malfunction can be repaired, ensuring that water enters the dispensing box 30 through the first valve 10. The water mixes with the detergent in the dispensing box 30, and the detergent mixture enters the washing drum 40 through the outlet pipe 50. Correspondingly, the liquid level in the washing drum will reach the first change amount. Subsequent processing at this point ensures that sufficient detergent mixed with water flows normally into the washing drum, thereby ensuring that clothes are effectively cleaned and washed.

[0103] An alarm message can be displayed on the washing machine's indicator panel to prompt the user to turn on the water tap or to troubleshoot the problem. This ensures that water enters the detergent dispenser 30 through the first valve 10, mixes with the detergent in the dispenser 30, and then flows into the washing drum 40 through the outlet pipe 50. Consequently, the liquid level in the washing drum will reach the first change threshold. Subsequent processing at this point ensures that sufficient detergent mixed with water flows normally into the washing drum, thereby guaranteeing effective cleaning and washing of the clothes.

[0104] In one embodiment, the amount of liquid level change in the washing tub is determined based on the following steps:

[0105] Before the control valve is opened, the first water level in the washing drum is determined;

[0106] After the first control valve is opened, the second water level in the washing drum is determined;

[0107] The difference between the second water level and the first water level is determined as the change in the liquid level of the washing drum.

[0108] Before the first valve is opened, the water level detector records the first water level L1 in the washing tub. After the first valve is opened, the water level detector records the second water level L2 in the washing tub. The difference between the second water level L2 and the first water level L1 is determined as the change in the liquid level in the washing tub. After the first valve is opened, detergent mixed with water is introduced into the washing tub, causing the second water level L2 to continuously rise, and the difference between the second water level and the first water level to continuously increase, meaning the change in the liquid level in the washing tub continuously increases.

[0109] In this embodiment, a first water level is determined in the washing tub before the first control valve is opened; a second water level is determined after the first control valve is opened; and the difference between the second water level and the first water level is determined as the change in liquid level in the washing tub. By determining the first water level in the washing tub before the first control valve is opened and the second water level after the first control valve is opened using a water level detector, and determining the difference between the second water level and the first water level as the change in liquid level in the washing tub, the change in liquid level in the washing tub can be continuously monitored, and it can be continuously monitored whether there is enough detergent mixed with water to flow normally into the washing tub, thereby ensuring that clothes can be effectively cleaned and washed.

[0110] In one embodiment, the liquid dispensing method further includes:

[0111] If the rinsing time of the detergent has not reached the first time, keep the first valve open until the rinsing time of the detergent reaches the first time.

[0112] By keeping the first valve open, the detergent rinsing time can be ensured to reach the first time, thereby ensuring that enough detergent mixed with water can be properly introduced into the washing drum, and ensuring that clothes can be effectively cleaned and washed.

[0113] In one embodiment, controlling the second valve to open so that the liquid level in the washing tub reaches a preset water level includes:

[0114] The second valve is opened so that water flows through the second valve pipe and the filter flushing pipe to flush the filter screen before entering the washing drum, so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level.

[0115] like Figure 2 As shown, the washing device may further include a second valve pipe 21. The second valve pipe 21 is connected to the second valve 20. The second valve pipe may also be referred to as a rinsing valve pipe. The washing device may further include a filter rinsing pipe 22. One end of the filter rinsing pipe 22 is connected to the second valve pipe 21, and the other end is connected to the filter 23. The filter 23 is connected to the washing drum 40.

[0116] After the second valve is opened, water flows through the second valve pipe 21 and the filter washing pipe 22 to wash the filter screen 23 before entering the washing drum 40.

[0117] This embodiment controls the opening of the second valve so that water flows through the second valve pipe and the filter screen rinsing pipe to rinse the filter screen before entering the washing drum. By controlling the opening of the second valve, water can flow through the second valve pipe and the filter screen rinsing pipe to rinse the filter screen, reducing filter screen lint residue and reducing filter screen clogging.

[0118] Figure 6This is a schematic flowchart of a liquid dispensing method provided in another embodiment of this application.

[0119] S601, start the washing program.

[0120] S602, before the control first valve is opened, determine the first water level in the washing drum.

[0121] S603, control the first valve to open so that water can rinse the detergent in the dispensing box. Opening the first valve allows the detergent and water in the dispensing box to mix and then flow into the washing drum.

[0122] S604, after the first control valve is opened, determine the second water level in the washing drum.

[0123] S605, the difference between the second water level and the first water level is determined as the change in the liquid level of the washing drum.

[0124] S606, monitor whether the change in the liquid level of the washing drum reaches the first change amount, that is, whether the difference between the second water level L2 and the first water level L1 is greater than the first change amount L0.

[0125] S6061, if the change in liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change amount, it is determined to be an abnormal water inlet. The rinsing time of the detergent is not timed; instead, the change in liquid level in the washing tub is continuously monitored to ensure it reaches the first change amount until the change in liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change amount.

[0126] S607, if the change in liquid level in the washing drum reaches a first change, the rinsing time of the detergent is timed, and the rinsing time T of the detergent is monitored to see if the first time T0 is reached.

[0127] S6071, if the rinsing time of the detergent has not reached the first time, keep the first valve open until the rinsing time of the detergent reaches the first time.

[0128] S608, if the rinsing time of the detergent reaches a first time, control the first valve to close.

[0129] S609, control the second valve to open so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level. The opening of the second valve is used to allow water to rinse the filter screen and then enter the washing drum.

[0130] S610, normal washing.

[0131] This embodiment controls the opening of a first valve to flush the detergent in the dispensing box with water, monitoring whether the change in the liquid level in the washing tub reaches a first change amount. If the change in the liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change amount, the rinsing time of the detergent is not timed, but the monitoring of the change in the liquid level in the washing tub continues until the change in the liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change amount. If the change in the liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change amount, the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box is timed, and the monitoring of whether the rinsing time of the detergent reaches the first time is continued. If the rinsing time of the detergent does not reach the first time, the first valve remains open until the rinsing time of the detergent reaches the first time. If the rinsing time of the detergent reaches the first time, the first valve is controlled to close. A second valve is controlled to open so that the liquid level in the washing tub reaches a preset water level. The opening of the second valve is used to allow water to enter the washing tub after rinsing the filter screen. By monitoring whether the liquid level change in the washing drum reaches the first change threshold and whether the detergent rinsing time reaches the first set time, sufficient detergent mixed with water can be ensured to flow normally into the washing drum, thereby ensuring that clothes can be effectively cleaned and washed. Furthermore, by controlling the opening of the second valve, water is allowed to rinse the filter screen before entering the washing drum, which cleans the filter screen, reducing lint residue and filter clogging.

[0132] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the liquid dispensing device provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0133] The liquid dispensing device 7 is used in the washing device. The washing device includes a washing drum, a dispensing box, a first valve, a second valve, a filter screen, and the liquid dispensing device 7.

[0134] like Figure 7 As shown, the liquid dispensing device 7 includes:

[0135] The first control module 71 is used to control the opening of the first valve so that water can rinse the detergent in the dispensing box;

[0136] The second timing module 72 is used to time the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box when the liquid level change in the washing drum reaches the first change amount.

[0137] The third control module 73 is used to control the first valve to close when the rinsing time of the detergent reaches the first time.

[0138] The fourth control module 74 is used to control the opening of the second valve so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level. The opening of the second valve is used to allow water to enter the washing drum after rinsing the filter screen.

[0139] Another embodiment of the present invention discloses a liquid dispensing device 7. This embodiment is based on the above... Figure 7Based on the corresponding embodiment, the liquid dispensing device 7 further includes:

[0140] The fifth control module is used to stop timing the rinsing time of the detergent if the change in the liquid level of the washing tub does not reach the first change amount, and to keep monitoring whether the change in the liquid level of the washing tub reaches the first change amount until the change in the liquid level of the washing tub reaches the first change amount.

[0141] Another embodiment of the present invention discloses a liquid dispensing device 7. This embodiment is based on the above... Figure 7 Based on the corresponding embodiment, the liquid dispensing device 7 further includes:

[0142] The sixth monitoring module is used to monitor whether the change in the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the first change amount.

[0143] Another embodiment of the present invention discloses a liquid dispensing device 7. This embodiment is based on the above... Figure 7 Based on the corresponding embodiment, the liquid dispensing device 7 further includes:

[0144] The seventh timing module is used to monitor and time whether the change in the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the first change amount;

[0145] The eighth alarm module is used to perform alarm detection and / or output an alarm prompt if the monitoring time reaches the second time and the liquid level change in the washing drum does not reach the first change.

[0146] Another embodiment of the present invention discloses a liquid dispensing device 7. This embodiment is based on the above... Figure 7 Based on the corresponding embodiment, the eighth alarm module is used for:

[0147] Control the first valve to close, and control the first valve to reopen;

[0148] An alarm message is displayed on the indicator panel of the washing machine.

[0149] Another embodiment of the present invention discloses a liquid dispensing device 7. This embodiment is based on the above... Figure 7 Based on the corresponding embodiment, the second timing module 72 is used for:

[0150] Before the control valve is opened, the first water level in the washing drum is determined;

[0151] After the first control valve is opened, the second water level in the washing drum is determined;

[0152] The difference between the second water level and the first water level is determined as the change in the liquid level of the washing drum.

[0153] Another embodiment of the present invention discloses a liquid dispensing device 7. This embodiment is based on the above... Figure 7 Based on the corresponding embodiment, the liquid dispensing device 7 further includes:

[0154] The ninth control module is used to keep the first valve open if the rinsing time of the detergent has not reached the first time, until the rinsing time of the detergent reaches the first time.

[0155] Another embodiment of the present invention discloses a liquid dispensing device 7. This embodiment is based on the above... Figure 7 Based on the corresponding embodiment, the washing device further includes a second valve pipe and a filter rinsing pipe, and the fourth control module 74 is used for:

[0156] The second valve is opened so that water flows through the second valve pipe and the filter flushing pipe to flush the filter screen before entering the washing drum, so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level.

[0157] In another embodiment of the present invention, the washing device further includes a Venturi tube and a first spray pipe. The end of the first spray pipe that communicates with the washing drum forms a first spray port. The Venturi tube is fixedly connected to the dispensing box. The Venturi tube also includes a body located in the Venturi tube. The body of the Venturi tube further includes an inlet section and a diffuser section. The inlet section is connected to a premixed water inlet pipe. The diffuser section is connected to a second spray pipe. The end of the second spray pipe that communicates with the washing drum forms a second spray port.

[0158] like Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the washing device also includes a venturi tube 81 and a first spray tube 82.

[0159] The first spray pipe 82 connects to the washing drum at one end, forming a first spray nozzle 821. The first spray nozzle 821 sprays water towards the door of the washing device to rinse away the foam on the door, allowing the user to observe the washing status of the clothes in the washing drum through the door. The first spray nozzle 821 is connected to the door seal.

[0160] Water enters the inlet section of the Venturi tube body through the premixing inlet pipe. Detergent and water from the dispensing box enter the Venturi tube, and the water mixed with detergent enters the second spray pipe 83 through the diffuser section included in the Venturi tube body. The second spray pipe 83 and one end of the washing drum form a second spray nozzle 831. The second spray nozzle 831 is connected to the door seal and sprays water towards the clothes in the washing drum. When water flows into the Venturi tube through the inlet section, the Venturi tube can draw in detergent, water, and air from the dispensing box through the negative pressure suction port, so that the detergent, water, and air can fully contact, mix, and foam. Then, it is delivered to the second spray nozzle 831 through the second spray pipe 83, and the detergent is sprayed into the washing drum from the second spray nozzle 831. This ensures that the detergent is fully foamed before entering the washing drum and contacting the clothes, greatly improving the washing ratio.

[0161] It should be noted that the information interaction and execution process between the above-mentioned devices / units are based on the same concept as the method embodiments of this application. For details on their specific functions and technical effects, please refer to the method embodiments section, and they will not be repeated here.

[0162] Those skilled in the art will clearly understand that, for the sake of convenience and brevity, the above-described division of functional units and modules is merely an example. In practical applications, the above functions can be assigned to different functional units and modules as needed, that is, the internal structure of the device can be divided into different functional units or modules to complete all or part of the functions described above. The functional units and modules in the embodiments can be integrated into one processing unit, or each unit can exist physically separately, or two or more units can be integrated into one unit. The integrated unit can be implemented in hardware or as a software functional unit. Furthermore, the specific names of the functional units and modules are only for easy differentiation and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. The specific working process of the units and modules in the above system can be referred to the corresponding process in the foregoing method embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0163] This application also provides an electronic device, such as... Figure 10 As shown, the electronic device 1000 includes: at least one processor 100, a memory 101, and a computer program 102 stored in the memory 101 and executable on the at least one processor 100. When the processor 100 executes the computer program 102, it implements the steps in any of the above-described method embodiments.

[0164] This application also provides a computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the steps described in the various method embodiments above.

[0165] This application provides a computer program product that, when run on a mobile terminal, enables the mobile terminal to implement the steps described in the above-described method embodiments.

[0166] If the integrated unit is implemented as a software functional unit and sold or used as an independent product, it can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium. Based on this understanding, all or part of the processes in the methods of the above embodiments of this application can be implemented by a computer program instructing related hardware. The computer program can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, and when executed by a processor, it can implement the steps of the various method embodiments described above. The computer program includes computer program code, which can be in the form of source code, object code, executable files, or certain intermediate forms. The computer-readable medium can include at least: any entity or device capable of carrying computer program code to a photographic device / electronic device, a recording medium, a computer memory, a read-only memory (ROM), a random access memory (RAM), an electrical carrier signal, a telecommunication signal, and a software distribution medium. Examples include USB flash drives, portable hard drives, magnetic disks, or optical disks. In some jurisdictions, according to legislation and patent practice, computer-readable media cannot be electrical carrier signals or telecommunication signals.

[0167] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts that are not described in detail or recorded in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions of other embodiments.

[0168] Those skilled in the art will recognize that the units and algorithm steps of the various examples described in conjunction with the embodiments disclosed herein can be implemented in electronic hardware, or a combination of computer software and electronic hardware. Whether these functions are implemented in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints of the technical solution. Those skilled in the art can use different methods to implement the described functions for each specific application, but such implementation should not be considered beyond the scope of this application.

[0169] In the embodiments provided in this application, it should be understood that the disclosed devices / electronic devices and methods can be implemented in other ways. For example, the device / electronic device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. For instance, the division of modules or units is only a logical functional division, and in actual implementation, there may be other division methods. For example, multiple units or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or some features may be ignored or not executed. Furthermore, the displayed or discussed mutual couplings or direct couplings or communication connections may be through some interfaces; indirect couplings or communication connections between devices or units may be electrical, mechanical, or other forms.

[0170] The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units; that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the units can be selected to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs.

[0171] The above-described embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, and should all be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A method for dispensing liquid, characterized in that, The liquid dispensing method is applied to a washing device, and the liquid dispensing method includes: The first valve is opened to allow water to rinse the detergent in the dispensing box; When the liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change, the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box is timed. Once the detergent rinse time reaches the first set point, the first valve is closed. The second valve is opened to allow the liquid level in the washing drum to reach the preset water level. The second valve is opened to allow water to enter the washing drum after rinsing the filter screen.

2. The liquid dispensing method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The liquid dispensing method further includes: If the change in liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change amount, the rinsing time of the detergent is not timed, and the change in liquid level in the washing tub is monitored until the change in liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change amount.

3. The liquid dispensing method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The liquid dispensing method further includes: monitoring whether the change in the liquid level in the washing drum reaches a first change amount.

4. The liquid dispensing method as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The liquid dispensing method further includes: The monitoring time is started when the change in liquid level in the washing drum reaches the first change amount; If the monitoring time reaches the second time and the change in liquid level in the washing tub does not reach the first change, an alarm detection and / or an alarm prompt will be generated.

5. The liquid dispensing method as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The alarm detection includes: Control the first valve to close, and control the first valve to reopen; The output alarm prompts include: An alarm message is displayed on the indicator panel of the washing device.

6. The liquid dispensing method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The change in liquid level in the washing drum is determined based on the following steps: Before the control valve is opened, the first water level in the washing drum is determined; After the first control valve is opened, the second water level in the washing drum is determined; The difference between the second water level and the first water level is determined as the change in the liquid level of the washing drum.

7. The liquid dispensing method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The liquid dispensing method further includes: If the rinsing time of the detergent has not reached the first time, keep the first valve open until the rinsing time of the detergent reaches the first time.

8. The liquid dispensing method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The control of opening the second valve to bring the liquid level in the washing tub to a preset level includes: The second valve is opened so that water flows through the second valve pipe and the filter flushing pipe to flush the filter screen before entering the washing drum, so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level.

9. A liquid dispensing device, characterized in that, The device is used in a washing apparatus, and the device includes: The first control module is used to control the opening of the first valve so that water can rinse the detergent in the dispensing box; The second timing module is used to time the rinsing time of the detergent in the dispensing box when the liquid level in the washing tub reaches the first change amount. The third control module is used to close the first valve when the detergent rinsing time reaches the first time. The fourth control module is used to control the opening of the second valve so that the liquid level in the washing drum reaches the preset water level. The opening of the second valve is used to allow water to enter the washing drum after rinsing the filter screen.

10. A washing device, characterized in that, The washing device includes: a washing drum, a dispensing box, a first valve, a second valve, a filter screen, and a liquid dispensing device as described in claim 9.

11. The washing apparatus as claimed in claim 10, characterized in that, The washing device further includes a Venturi tube and a first spray pipe. The end of the first spray pipe that communicates with the washing drum forms a first spray port. The Venturi tube is fixedly connected to the dispensing box. The Venturi tube also includes a body located in the Venturi tube. The body of the Venturi tube further includes an inlet section and a diffuser section. The inlet section is connected to a premixed water inlet pipe, and the diffuser section is connected to a second spray pipe. The end of the second spray pipe that communicates with the washing drum forms a second spray port.

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