Drawer device and laundry treating apparatus
By aligning the positions of the push-out part and the stop part in the drawer assembly with a straight line, the problem of gaps after the drawer assembly is closed is solved, achieving stable drawer fixation and improved equipment sealing.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- QINGDAO HAIER WASHING ELECTRIC APPLIANCES CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-23
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-24
AI Technical Summary
The drawer mechanism of existing garment processing equipment has gaps after closing, which leads to gas leakage and poor sealing, affecting the normal use of the equipment.
By designing a drawer assembly where the push-out part and the stop part are aligned on the same straight line, the drawer body is ensured to be stably fixed within the garment processing equipment, preventing gaps caused by uneven force.
It effectively reduces the gap between the drawer and the device body, improves the device's sealing and operational stability, prevents gas leakage, and enhances the user experience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of clothing processing equipment, and specifically provides a drawer device and clothing processing equipment. Background Technology
[0002] Clothing processing equipment typically has a drawer unit for holding feeders or filters. Most drawer units are equipped with a push-out part to pull the drawer out of the clothing processing equipment body, and a stop device to fix the drawer in the clothing processing equipment body.
[0003] Because drawers experience forces from different directions when pushed, pulled, and locked, uneven force can create gaps between the drawer and the garment processing unit when closed. This allows internal gases to leak out, especially when the drawer is directly connected to the heat exchange duct. This is more serious than with drawers that are not directly connected to the duct, such as those used for adding detergent. If the drawer directly connected to the duct is not properly sealed, hot air will rush out through the gap, causing more severe consequences. When the garment processing unit is in drying mode, the high-temperature gases inside leaking from these gaps can cause condensation on the exterior, affecting normal use. Similarly, when the unit is in dispensing mode, washing water can easily leak from these gaps, resulting in a poor seal and affecting the unit's operation.
[0004] Gaps in the drawer mechanism can affect both the feed drawer and the filter drawer, thus impacting the normal operation of the garment processing equipment. Therefore, it is necessary to address the issue of gaps remaining after the drawer mechanisms of existing garment processing equipment are closed to improve the user experience. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned technical problem, namely, to solve the problem of gaps existing in the drawer device of the clothing processing equipment after it is closed in the prior art.
[0006] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a drawer device, including a drawer body, a stop, and a push-out part. The stop can fix the drawer body to the body of a garment processing device. One end of the push-out part is connected to the drawer body, and the other end of the push-out part is connected to the body of the garment processing device. The push-out part is used to push the drawer body out of the body of the garment processing device. The force by which the push-out part pushes the drawer body out of the body of the garment processing device is on the same straight line as the stop position of the stop.
[0007] In the preferred embodiment of the drawer device described above, the push-out part and the stop part are on the same straight line.
[0008] In the preferred embodiment of the drawer device described above, the push-out part is offset from the stop position of the stop part in a straight line, so that the pushing force of the push-out part and the stop position of the stop part are on the same straight line.
[0009] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned drawer device, the pre-deformation of the push-out part is s, the offset direction of the push-out part is opposite to the pre-deformation direction of the push-out part, and the straight-line offset distance of the push-out part relative to the stop position of the stop part is s.
[0010] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned drawer device, the stop part includes a button, a reset structure, a stop member, and a mating member disposed on the body of the drawer body. The button abuts against the first end of the stop member, the stop member is rotatably disposed on the drawer body, one end of the reset structure is connected to the side of the first end away from the button, and the other end of the reset structure is connected to the drawer body. The reset structure is used to reset the button and the stop member, and the second end of the stop member is stopped and mated with the mating member.
[0011] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned drawer device, the stop member includes a first section and a second section that are inclined to each other. The stop member rotates around the connection position of the first section and the second section. The first end is located at the end of the first section away from the connection position, and the second end is located at the end of the second section away from the connection position.
[0012] In the preferred embodiment of the drawer device described above, the rotation center of the stop and the pushing force of the push-out part are on the same straight line.
[0013] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned drawer device, the second end has a stop protrusion, which engages with a mating part to lock the drawer body.
[0014] In the preferred embodiment of the drawer device described above, the push-out part includes a spring, one end of which is connected to the drawer body and the other end of which is connected to the body of the garment handling device. The pushing force of the spring and the stopping position of the stop part are on the same straight line. Alternatively, the push-out part includes two springs, one end of which is connected to the drawer body and the other end of which is connected to the body of the garment handling device. The resultant force of the two springs and the stopping position of the stop part are on the same straight line.
[0015] In a second aspect, the present invention provides a garment processing device, including a main body and the aforementioned drawer device, wherein the drawer device is movably disposed on the main body.
[0016] With the above technical solution adopted, the present invention provides a drawer device, including a drawer body, a stop, and a push-out part. The stop can fix the drawer body to the body of the garment processing device; one end of the push-out part is connected to the drawer body, and the other end of the push-out part is connected to the body of the garment processing device. The push-out part is used to push the drawer body out of the body of the garment processing device; wherein, the force of the push-out part pushing the drawer body out of the body of the garment processing device is on the same straight line as the stop position of the stop. The drawer body is slidably disposed in the body of the garment processing device, and the stop fixes the drawer body to the body of the garment processing device, preventing the drawer body from coming out of the body of the garment processing device during operation. The push-out part is disposed between the drawer body and the body of the garment processing device; when the stop does not lock the drawer body, the push-out part pushes the drawer body out. By setting the push-out part to push the drawer body out of the garment processing equipment body in a straight line with the stop position of the stop part, the force on the drawer body is aligned in a straight line, which improves the stability of the drawer during long-term use, reduces changes to the drawer pull-out track, and avoids the drawer body and garment processing equipment body from tilting due to the combined force of the push-out part and the stop part, which could lead to gaps and leakage problems in the garment processing equipment. Attached Figure Description
[0017] The preferred embodiments of the present invention are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:
[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the drawer device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 2 This is a side view of the drawer device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0020] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Sectional view at point AA;
[0021] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A magnified view of a section at point C;
[0022] Figure 5 This is a top view of the drawer device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0023] Figure 6 This is the invention Figure 5 Sectional view at point BB;
[0024] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A magnified view of a section at point D.
[0025] Figure label:
[0026] 10. Drawer body;
[0027] 20. Stop; 21. Button; 22. Reset structure; 23. Stop component; 231. First section; 232. Second section; 24. Mating component;
[0028] 30. Push-out part; 31. Spring. Detailed Implementation
[0029] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0030] It should be noted that in the description of this invention, terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," and "outer," which indicate direction or positional relationships, are based on the direction or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These are used merely for ease of description and do not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0031] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "setting," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, for example, referring to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.
[0032] like Figures 1 to 7 As shown, the present invention provides a drawer device, including a drawer body 10, a stop 20, and a push-out part 30. The stop 20 can fix the drawer body 10 into the body of the garment processing device. One end of the push-out part 30 is connected to the drawer body 10, and the other end of the push-out part 30 is connected to the body of the garment processing device. The push-out part 30 is used to push the drawer body 10 out of the body of the garment processing device. The force of the push-out part 30 pushing the drawer body 10 out of the body of the garment processing device is on the same straight line as the stop position of the stop 20.
[0033] With this design, the drawer body 10 is retractably mounted within the garment processing equipment. The stop 20 secures the drawer body 10 to the equipment body, preventing it from detaching during operation. A push-out part 30 is positioned between the drawer body 10 and the equipment body. When the stop 20 is not engaged, the push-out part 30 pushes the drawer body 10 out. By aligning the force exerted by the push-out part 30 on the drawer body 10 with the stop position of the stop 20, the forces acting on the drawer body 10 are aligned, preventing gaps from forming between the drawer body 10 and the equipment body due to the combined forces of the push-out part 30 and the stop 20, thus avoiding potential leaks.
[0034] It is understandable that the stop positions of the push-out part 30 and the stop part 20 are on the same straight line.
[0035] With this configuration, the force by which the push-out part 30 pushes the drawer body 10 out of the main body of the clothing handling device is aligned with the stop position of the stop part 20.
[0036] In practical applications, when the push-out part 30 includes a spring 31, the spring 31 and the stop position of the stop part 20 are on the same straight line. When the push-out part 30 includes multiple springs 31, the center position of the multiple springs 31 and the stop position of the stop part 20 are on the same straight line.
[0037] In practical applications, the ejector 30 will undergo a certain deformation during the pulling of the drawer body 10. This deformation causes the force by which the ejector 30 pushes the drawer body 10 out of the body of the garment processing device to shift, resulting in the force by which the ejector 30 pushes the drawer body 10 out of the body of the garment processing device not being on the same straight line as the stop position of the stop part 20.
[0038] It is conceivable that the pushing part 30 is offset from the stop position of the stop part 20 in a straight line so that the thrust of the pushing part 30 and the stop position of the stop part 20 are on the same straight line.
[0039] By setting the push-out part 30 to be offset from the stop position of the stop part 20, the offset of the push-out part 30 during the pulling process is compensated so that the thrust of the push-out part 30 and the stop position of the stop part 20 are on the same straight line.
[0040] Furthermore, the pre-deformation of the ejector 30 is s, the offset direction of the ejector 30 is opposite to the pre-deformation direction of the ejector 30, and the straight-line offset distance of the ejector 30 relative to the stop position of the stop part 20 is s.
[0041] With this configuration, the pre-deformation of the ejector 30 causes a displacement in the direction of the force that ejects the drawer body 10 from the main body of the garment processing device. This shift in force prevents it from being aligned with the stop position of the stop part 20. The offset direction of the ejector 30 is opposite to its pre-deformation direction. By compensating for and adjusting the pre-deformation of the ejector 30, the force that ejects the drawer body 10 from the main body of the garment processing device is aligned with the stop position of the stop part 20. This prevents uneven force distribution that could lead to gaps between the drawer body 10 and the main body of the garment processing device, thus ensuring a proper seal.
[0042] In specific embodiments of the present invention, the pre-deformation of the push-out part 30 can be measured in different ways. For example, those skilled in the art can simulate the pulling process of the drawer body 10 to measure the pre-deformation of the push-out part 30, or those skilled in the art can simulate and analyze the changes of the push-out part 30 during the pushing and pulling process of the drawer body 10, etc. Such changes and adjustments to the method of measuring pre-deformation do not deviate from the principle and protection scope of the present invention, and should all be included within the protection scope of the present invention.
[0043] like Figure 3 and Figure 6 As shown, the stop part 20 includes a button 21, a reset structure 22, a stop member 23, and a mating member 24 disposed on the body of the drawer body 10. The button 21 abuts against the first end of the stop member 23. The stop member 23 is rotatably disposed on the drawer body 10. One end of the reset structure 22 is connected to the side of the first end away from the button 21, and the other end of the reset structure 22 is connected to the drawer body 10. The reset structure 22 is used to reset the button 21 and the stop member 23. The second end of the stop member 23 is stopped and mated with the mating member 24.
[0044] With this configuration, when the drawer is opened, button 21 is pressed, which pushes the stop 23 to rotate, compressing the reset structure 22. After the stop 23 rotates, its second end separates from the mating part 24, and the drawer body 10 pops out from the garment processing equipment body under the action of the push-out part 30. When the drawer is closed, the reset structure 22 pushes button 21 and stop 23 back to their original positions, and the second end of stop 23 engages with mating part 24, thereby fixing the drawer body 10 inside the garment processing equipment body.
[0045] It is conceivable that, in practical applications, the stopping engagement of the stop member 23 and the mating member 24 can be configured in various ways. For example, the second end of the stop member 23 can be provided with a hook, and the mating member 24 can be a baffle, with the hook engaging with the baffle to achieve the stopping engagement. Alternatively, the second end of the stop member 23 can be provided with a stopping protrusion, and the mating member 24 can be a protrusion fixed to the drawer body 10, with the mating member connecting to achieve the stopping engagement. Such changes to the structure of the stop member 23 and the mating member 24 do not deviate from the principles and scope of the present invention and should all be included within the protection scope of the present invention.
[0046] Preferably, the second end has a stop protrusion, which engages with the mating part 24 to lock the drawer body 10.
[0047] With this configuration, when button 21 is pressed, causing stop 23 to rotate, the stop protrusion separates from the mating part 24, and the drawer body 10 pops out from the garment processing equipment body under the action of the push-out part 30. When the drawer body 10 is locked, the stop protrusion and the mating part 24 engage to stop the drawer body 10, thus fixing the drawer body 10 inside the garment processing equipment body.
[0048] It is conceivable that those skilled in the art can devise various configurations for the reset structure 22. For example, a reset spring can be used as the reset structure, which pushes the button 21 and the stop 23 back to their original positions after the button is pressed. Alternatively, an elastic material can be used as the reset structure 22, which compresses the elastic material when the button 21 is pressed and rebounds to push the button 21 and the stop 23 back to their original positions when the button 21 is no longer pressed. Or, the reset structure 22 can be configured as an electric push rod or a pneumatic push rod, which pushes the stop 23 and the button 21 back to their original positions after the button 21 is no longer pressed. Such different configurations of the reset structure 22 do not deviate from the principles and scope of protection of this invention and should all be included within the scope of protection of this invention.
[0049] like Figure 4 As shown, Figure 4 The image shows the position and state of the stop 23 when the drawer body 10 is closed and when the drawer body 10 is open. The stop 23 includes a first segment 231 and a second segment 232 that are inclined to each other. The stop 23 rotates around the connection position of the first segment 231 and the second segment 232. The first end is located at the end of the first segment 231 that is away from the connection position, and the second end is located at the end of the second segment 232 that is away from the connection position.
[0050] With this arrangement, the first segment 231 and the second segment 232 are set at an angle, so that the pressing direction of the button 21 is not limited by the shape of the stop 23. The button 21 and the stop 23 can be arranged according to the installation position of the drawer body 10, saving the space occupied by the drawer device and reducing the size of the drawer device.
[0051] In practical applications, those skilled in the art can arrange the angles of the first segment 231 and the second segment 232 in various ways. For example, the angle between the first segment 231 and the second segment 232 can be set to less than 90 degrees, or the angle between the first segment 231 and the second segment 232 can be set to 90 degrees, or the angle between the first segment 231 and the second segment 232 can be set to greater than 90 degrees, etc. Such adjustments to the angle between the first segment 231 and the second segment 232 do not deviate from the principles and scope of the present invention and should all be included within the protection scope of the present invention.
[0052] Preferably, in a specific embodiment of the present invention, the angle between the first segment 231 and the second segment 232 is set to ninety degrees, so that the pressing direction of the button and the pushing direction of the drawer body 10 are on the same straight line, which can save the space occupied by the drawer device. In addition, the force on the stop 23 is more uniform and will not generate other angle components, thus ensuring the stability of the stop 23.
[0053] Preferably, in a specific embodiment of the present invention, the rotation center of the stop member 23 and the pushing force of the push-out part 30 are on the same straight line.
[0054] With this design, when the drawer body 10 is locked, the pulling force of the stop 23 on the drawer body 10 and the pushing force of the push-out part 30 are aligned on the same line. This ensures that the second section 232 of the stop 23 is aligned with the pushing force of the push-out part 30, saving space for the stop 23 and reducing the stress on it, thus extending its service life. Furthermore, since the rotation center of the stop 23 is aligned with the pushing force of the push-out part 30, no other directional force is generated, resulting in less pulling force on the stop 23. This saves on the manufacturing materials of the stop 23, reducing the production cost of the garment processing equipment and decreasing its weight.
[0055] It is conceivable that those skilled in the art can adopt different arrangements for the push-out part 30, as long as the force by which the push-out part 30 pushes the drawer body 10 out of the body of the clothing handling device is on the same straight line as the stop position of the stop part 20. For example, the push-out part 30 includes one spring 31, or the push-out part 30 includes two springs 31, or the push-out part 30 includes multiple springs 31, etc. Such adjustments to the specific structure of the push-out part 30 do not deviate from the principle and scope of the present invention and should all be included within the protection scope of the present invention.
[0056] The specific structure of the ejection section 30 will be analyzed below with reference to two embodiments.
[0057] Example 1:
[0058] like Figure 3 As shown, the push-out part 30 includes a spring 31. One end of the spring 31 is connected to the drawer body 10, and the other end of the spring 31 is connected to the body of the clothing handling device. The pushing force of the spring 31 and the stopping position of the stop part 20 are on the same straight line.
[0059] With this setting, the pushing force of the spring 31 and the stopping position of the stop part 20 are on the same straight line, making the force on the drawer body 10 more even. The drawer body 10 will not twist during the pulling process, which would cause gaps between the drawer body 10 and the clothing processing device body, affecting the normal use of the drawer device.
[0060] Example 2:
[0061] It is conceivable that the push-out part 30 includes two springs 31, one end of which is connected to the drawer body 10, and the other end of which is connected to the body of the clothing handling device. The resultant force of the two springs 31 is on the same straight line as the stop position of the stop part 20.
[0062] With this configuration, the combined force of the two springs 31 and the stop position of the stop part 20 are on the same straight line, so that the drawer body 10 is subjected to uniform force and no gaps are generated between the drawer body 10 and the clothing processing device body.
[0063] When the push-out part 30 includes two or more springs 31, those skilled in the art can adjust the position of the springs 31 according to the offset direction and offset amount of each spring 31 so that the resultant force of the springs 31 is on the same straight line as the stop position of the stop part 20.
[0064] In a specific embodiment of the present invention, those skilled in the art can arrange positioning protrusions on the drawer body 10 or the clothing handling device body, with at least a portion of the positioning protrusions inserted into the spring 31 to guide and fix the end of the spring 31. Alternatively, a telescopic guide shaft can be provided to pass through the spring 31 to guide the spring, etc. Such adjustments and changes to the guidance of the spring 31 do not deviate from the principles and scope of the present invention and should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.
[0065] In one specific embodiment of the present invention, the push-out part 30 includes a handle and a sealing ring. The handle is disposed at one end of the drawer body 10 away from the body of the garment processing device, and the sealing ring is disposed around the body of the garment processing device.
[0066] With this design, after the drawer body 10 is ejected by the push-out part 30, the drawer body 10 can be pushed back or pulled out using the handle, facilitating the use of the drawer mechanism. A sealing ring is installed in the garment handling equipment to provide a certain degree of sealing.
[0067] According to another aspect of the present invention, a garment processing device is provided, including a main body and the drawer device described above, wherein the drawer device is movably disposed on the main body.
[0068] With this configuration, the drawer body 10 can be pushed and pulled within the main body of the garment processing equipment. In practical applications, the drawer device can play different roles in the garment processing equipment. For example, in a garment processing equipment with a drying function, the drawer device can be used to house a filter, allowing the drawer body 10 to be pulled out for cleaning. Alternatively, the drawer device can be used to dispense detergent or disinfectant, facilitating the cleaning of the garments inside the equipment. Such adjustments and changes to the use of the drawer device do not deviate from the principles and scope of this invention and should all be included within the protection scope of this invention.
[0069] like Figure 2 As shown, in a garment processing device with a drying function, a drawer assembly can be used to house a filter, and the gas flow direction in the garment processing device is as follows: Figure 2 As shown, when there is a gap between the drawer body 10 and the clothing processing device body, the gas in the clothing processing device leaks from the gap, affecting the drying efficiency of the clothing processing device.
[0070] It is conceivable that, in a specific embodiment of the present invention, a sensor is arranged on the drawer device to detect that the temperature inside the clothing processing equipment has reached a set value, and the drawer device is locked so that it cannot be opened by pressing button 21. The lock is released after the temperature drops below the set value, so as to ensure the safe use of the clothing processing equipment.
[0071] The technical solution of the present invention has been described above with reference to the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the scope of protection of the present invention is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principles of the present invention, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after these changes or substitutions will all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.
Claims
1. A drawer device, characterized in that, include: Drawer body (10); Stop (20) is provided to fix the drawer body (10) in the body of the garment processing device. The push-out part (30) is connected at one end to the drawer body (10) and at the other end to the body of the garment processing device. The push-out part (30) is used to push the drawer body (10) out of the body of the garment processing device. The force by which the push-out part (30) pushes the drawer body (10) out of the body of the clothing processing device is on the same straight line as the stop position of the stop part (20).
2. The drawer device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The push-out part (30) and the stop part (20) are on the same straight line.
3. The drawer device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The push-out part (30) is offset from the stop position of the stop part (20) on a straight line, so that the thrust of the push-out part (30) and the stop position of the stop part (20) are on the same straight line.
4. The drawer device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The pre-deformation of the ejector (30) is s, the offset direction of the ejector (30) is opposite to the pre-deformation direction of the ejector (30), and the straight-line offset distance of the ejector (30) relative to the stop position of the stop (20) is s.
5. The drawer device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The stop part (20) includes a button (21), a reset structure (22), a stop member (23) disposed on the drawer body (10), and a mating member (24) disposed on the body of the garment processing device. The button (21) abuts against the first end of the stop member (23). The stop member (23) is rotatably disposed on the drawer body (10). One end of the reset structure (22) is connected to the side of the first end away from the button (21). The other end of the reset structure (22) is connected to the drawer body (10). The reset structure (22) is used to reset the button (21) and the stop member (23). The second end of the stop member (23) is stopped and mated with the mating member (24).
6. The drawer device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The stop member (23) includes a first segment (231) and a second segment (232) that are inclined to each other. The stop member (23) rotates around the connection position of the first segment (231) and the second segment (232). The first end is located at the end of the first segment (231) away from the connection position, and the second end is located at the end of the second segment (232) away from the connection position.
7. The drawer device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The rotation center of the stop (23) and the pushing force of the push-out part (30) are on the same straight line.
8. The drawer device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second end has a stop protrusion, which engages with the mating part (24) to lock the drawer body (10).
9. The drawer device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The push-out part (30) includes a spring (31), one end of which is connected to the drawer body (10), and the other end of which is connected to the body of the clothing processing device. The pushing force of the spring (31) and the stopping position of the stop part (20) are on the same straight line. Alternatively, the push-out part (30) includes two springs (31), one end of which is connected to the drawer body (10), and the other end of which is connected to the body of the clothing processing device. The resultant force of the two springs (31) is on the same straight line as the stop position of the stop part (20).
10. A garment processing device, characterized in that, It includes a body and a drawer device as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the drawer device is movably disposed on the body.