Washing apparatus and method of assembling washing apparatus

Abstract

The present application belongs to the technical field of washing, and discloses a washing equipment and an assembling method of the washing equipment. The washing equipment comprises a front plate, a door lock, an emergency pull rod and a decorative plate. The door lock is arranged on the front plate. The first end of the emergency pull rod is connected with the door lock, the second end of the emergency pull rod penetrates through the front plate and is provided with an operation part. The decorative plate covers the second end. The decorative plate is provided with an operation opening opposite to the operation part, and limiting structures are arranged on the opposite sides of the operation opening. The operation part is limited between the limiting structures on the two sides. Due to the stop limitation of the limiting structures on the two sides of the operation part, the operation part can be stably kept at the initial installation position and avoid being damaged by rubbing contact with other parts, so that the reliable emergency unlocking function of the washing equipment is ensured. The operation opening is arranged, so that the user must use tools to apply pulling force to the operation part through the operation opening. The user can effectively avoid misoperation of pulling the emergency pull rod, which leads to accidental unlocking of the door body of the washing equipment, and the use safety of the washing equipment is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of washing technology, and more particularly to a washing device and a method for assembling the washing device. Background Technology

[0002] Washing equipment such as washing machines and shoe washers bring great convenience to users' lives. Taking a drum washing machine as an example, its lower front end usually has a filter for filtering lint, and the lower end of the emergency door lock lever for emergency door opening also extends to the vicinity of the filter. In existing drum washing machines, there is usually an openable cover on the front panel. Opening the cover reveals the filter, the lower end of the emergency door lock lever, and the wastewater flow tube connected to the filter.

[0003] The existing technology has the following defects: the front panel and cover of the washing equipment have no protective measures for the emergency door lock lever. Under the influence of vibration during the high-frequency operation of the washing machine, the emergency door lock lever is prone to swaying from side to side and is difficult to keep in the initial installation position. Moreover, there are no operation restrictions on the emergency door lock lever, and users are prone to accidentally pull it, which may cause the washing equipment door lock to be opened unexpectedly, posing a certain safety hazard.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a washing device and a method for assembling the washing device to solve the above-mentioned problems existing in the prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a washing device and a method for assembling the washing device, which can reduce the shaking of the emergency door lock lever, keep it stably in the installation position, and effectively prevent users from accidentally pulling the emergency door lock lever, thereby improving the safety of the washing device.

[0006] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] On the one hand, a washing device is provided, comprising:

[0008] front panel;

[0009] The door lock is located on the front panel;

[0010] An emergency pull rod, the first end of which is connected to the door lock, and the second end of which extends out of the front panel and is provided with an operating part;

[0011] A decorative panel covers the second end; the decorative panel is provided with an operating port directly opposite the operating part, and a limiting structure is provided on both sides of the operating port, the operating part being limited between the limiting structures on both sides.

[0012] As an optional solution to the washing equipment provided by the present invention, the decorative panel is provided with a guide hole, and the emergency pull rod passes through the guide hole.

[0013] As an optional solution to the washing device provided by the present invention, the decorative panel includes a decorative panel body and a frame portion connected to the decorative panel body, wherein the guide hole is formed between the frame portion and the inner sidewall of the decorative panel body; the operating port is provided on the decorative panel body;

[0014] The limiting structure protrudes from the main body of the decorative panel and forms a limiting groove with the main body of the decorative panel to limit the operation part.

[0015] As an optional embodiment of the washing device provided by the present invention, the washing device further includes a filter and a wastewater stream connected to the filter;

[0016] The decorative panel has a through-hole for receiving the wastewater, which can be detachably locked inside the receiving cavity and is interference-fitted with the receiving cavity.

[0017] As an optional solution to the washing equipment provided by the present invention, a fixing plate is provided on the inner side of the decorative panel, and the filter is connected to the fixing plate;

[0018] The fixing plate is provided with a through hole and a relief groove. The relief groove is directly opposite the receiving cavity. Although the sewage flows through the through hole, it is stuck between the bottom wall of the receiving cavity and the relief groove.

[0019] As an optional solution to the washing equipment provided by the present invention, the washing equipment further includes a cabinet body; an opening is provided on one side of the cabinet body, the front panel is connected to the opening, a fixing plate is also connected to the opening, the decorative panel covers the fixing plate, and the operating part is located between the fixing plate and the decorative panel;

[0020] One of the trim panel and the front panel is provided with a positioning protrusion, and the other of the trim panel and the front panel is provided with a positioning hole, and the positioning protrusion is engaged in the positioning hole;

[0021] And / or, the decorative panel is provided with a first connecting hole, and a locking member is inserted into the first connecting hole, the locking member being used to connect the decorative panel and the fixing plate.

[0022] As an optional solution to the washing equipment provided by the present invention, the fixing plate is provided with at least one pre-installation hole;

[0023] The decorative panel has at least one buckle structure protruding from it, which passes through the pre-installed hole and hooks onto the edge of the pre-installed hole.

[0024] As an optional solution for the washing equipment provided by the present invention, the decorative panel is further provided with a first positioning rib, which passes through the pre-installed hole and can abut against the inner wall of the pre-installed hole;

[0025] And / or, both ends of the fixing plate are provided with the pre-installed holes, and both ends of the decorative panel are provided with the buckle structure, the buckle structure corresponds one-to-one with the pre-installed holes, and the buckle structures at both ends are arranged in a mirror symmetrical manner.

[0026] As an optional solution of the washing equipment provided by the present invention, the front panel includes a front panel and a side frame surrounding the front panel circumferentially, the door lock is provided on the front panel, and a first flange is bent and connected on the side of the side frame away from the front panel, the first flange being sandwiched between the main body of the cabinet and the decorative panel.

[0027] The side frame is provided with a through opening for the emergency pull rod to be inserted; the positioning hole is provided at the junction of the first flange and the side frame;

[0028] And / or, the decorative panel has a plurality of second positioning ribs protruding on the side facing the fixed plate, the plurality of second positioning ribs being located on one side of the fixed plate and spaced apart along the outer contour of the fixed plate.

[0029] On the other hand, a method for assembling a washing device is provided, for assembling the washing device as described above, the washing device including a housing body; an opening is provided on one side of the housing body, a front plate is connected to the opening, and a fixing plate is also connected to the opening; the assembly method includes:

[0030] Connect the door lock to the emergency pull rod;

[0031] The emergency pull rod is passed through the bottom of the front panel;

[0032] Install the door lock on the front panel;

[0033] The front panel is installed on the main body of the housing;

[0034] The operating part of the emergency pull rod is confined between the limiting structures;

[0035] Pre-fix the trim panel to the front panel and / or the fixing plate so that the operating port is directly opposite the operating part;

[0036] Lock the decorative panel and the fixing plate.

[0037] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0038] This invention provides a washing device that covers the second end of an emergency pull rod with a decorative panel and includes a limiting structure on the panel. This allows the operating part of the second end of the emergency pull rod to be confined within the limiting structure. During transportation and high-speed operation of the washing device, the limiting structures on both sides of the operating part prevent the emergency pull rod from swaying left and right and moving away from its initial installation position, thus avoiding difficulties in emergency unlocking. Furthermore, the limiting structures prevent the emergency pull rod from contacting and rubbing against nearby parts, preventing damage and thus avoiding loss of the emergency unlocking function. In other words, the operating part of the emergency pull rod remains stably in its initial installation position without damage, ensuring the reliability of the washing device's emergency unlocking function. Additionally, by providing an operating port on the decorative panel directly opposite the operating part, the user can apply pulling force through this port to unlock the washing device in an emergency. Moreover, the operating port requires a tool to apply pulling force, effectively preventing accidental unlocking of the washing device and improving its safety.

[0039] This invention also provides an assembly method for a washing device. This method ensures that after the decorative panel is installed, its limiting structure can limit the emergency pull rod, reducing its sway and allowing it to remain stably in the installed position. It also ensures that the operating port is aligned with the operating part of the emergency pull rod, effectively preventing accidental activation of the door lock emergency pull rod by the user. Furthermore, by pre-installing and fixing the decorative panel before installation, the accurate installation position can be quickly determined. Then, the panel is locked and fixed to the fixing plate, reducing the difficulty of installation and ensuring the positional accuracy and stability after installation. Attached Figure Description

[0040] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments of the present invention will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying 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 content of the embodiments of the present invention and these drawings without creative effort.

[0041] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the washing equipment provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 2 This is a first isometric view of the washing equipment provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 3 This is a second isometric view of the washing equipment provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A partial view in the middle;

[0045] Figure 5 This is a connection diagram of the front panel, door lock, emergency pull rod, and trim panel provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0047] Figure 7 This is a first axonometric view of the decorative panel provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0048] Figure 8 This is a second axonometric view of the decorative panel provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0049] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 A partial view in the middle;

[0050] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the fixed plate position provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0051] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the inner side of the front panel and trim panel provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0052] Figure 12 yes Figure 11 A partial view in the middle;

[0053] Figure 13 yes Figure 8 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle;

[0054] Figure 14 yes Figure 8 A magnified view of a section at point C;

[0055] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the front panel structure provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0056] Figure 16 This is a flowchart of the assembly method of the washing equipment provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0057] In the picture:

[0058] 1. Front panel; 2. Door lock; 3. Emergency pull rod; 4. Trim panel; 5. Filter; 6. Sewage flow channel; 7. Main body of the enclosure; 8. Fixing plate;

[0059] 10. Positioning hole; 11. Front panel; 12. Side frame; 13. First flange; 14. Second flange; 15. Connecting lug; 16. Clothing loading slot; 17. Door lock mounting slot;

[0060] 121. Penetration opening;

[0061] 31. First end; 32. Second end; 33. Operating part; 34. Connecting part;

[0062] 40. Guide hole; 41. Decorative panel body; 42. Frame part; 43. Limiting structure; 44. Limiting groove; 45. Storage cavity; 46. Positioning protrusion; 47. First connecting hole; 48. Buckle structure; 49. First positioning rib; 410. First reinforcing rib; 420. Second positioning rib; 430. Exposed opening;

[0063] 411. Operating port; 451. Limiting rib;

[0064] 481. Cantilever; 482. Hook; 483. Second reinforcing rib;

[0065] 491. First stiffening plate; 492. Second stiffening plate;

[0066] 4201, Third stiffening plate; 4202, Fourth stiffening plate;

[0067] 51. Filter housing; 52. Operation knob;

[0068] 71. Side panel of the enclosure; 72. Back panel of the enclosure; 73. Third flange; 731. Assembly hole;

[0069] 81. Through hole; 82. Leaving groove; 83. Second connecting hole; 84. Pre-installation hole. Detailed Implementation

[0070] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0071] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0072] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the invention.

[0073] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0074] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this invention is in use. They are used only for the convenience of describing the invention and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0075] In the description of this invention, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "connect," and "fix" 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0076] 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.

[0077] In this embodiment, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between associated objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. Additionally, in this invention, the character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following associated objects have an "or" relationship.

[0078] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments 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.

[0079] Example 1

[0080] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 as well as Figure 3 As shown, this embodiment provides a washing device, including a front panel 1, a door lock 2, an emergency pull rod 3, and a decorative panel 4. The emergency pull rod 3 is used to unlock the door lock 2 in an emergency. The cooperation between the decorative panel 4 and the emergency pull rod 3 can reduce the shaking of the emergency pull rod 3, so that it can be stably kept in the installation position, and can effectively prevent users from accidentally pulling the emergency pull rod 3, thereby improving the safety of the washing device.

[0081] The washing equipment in this embodiment can be a washing machine (such as a drum washing machine) or a shoe washing machine.

[0082] Specifically, such as Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the door lock 2 is located on the front panel 1, and the emergency pull rod 3 has a first end 31 and a second end 32. The first end 31 is connected to the door lock 2, and the second end 32 extends out of the front panel 1 (as shown). Figure 2 As shown), the second end 32 is provided with an operating part 33. Typically, the first end 31 is the upper end of the emergency pull rod 3, and the second end 32 is the lower end of the emergency pull rod 3; that is, the operating part 33 is located at the lower end of the emergency pull rod 3 for easy user operation. A decorative panel 4 covers the second end 32 of the emergency pull rod 3. The decorative panel 4 is provided with an operating opening 411 directly opposite the operating part 33, and limit structures 43 are provided on both sides of the operating opening 411. The operating part 33 is confined between the limit structures 43 on both sides. Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown.

[0083] The washing equipment provided in this embodiment covers the second end 32 of the emergency pull rod 3 with a decorative panel 4 and sets a limiting structure 43 on the decorative panel 4, so that the operating part 33 of the second end 32 of the emergency pull rod 3 can be limited between the limiting structures 43. During the transportation and high-speed operation of the washing equipment, due to the stop restriction of the limiting structures 43 on both sides of the operating part 33, on the one hand, it can prevent the emergency pull rod 3 from swaying left and right and moving away from the initial installation position, which would lead to difficulties in operation during emergency unlocking. On the other hand, the stop restriction of the limiting structure 43 can prevent the emergency pull rod 3 from contacting and rubbing with other nearby parts, which would cause the emergency pull rod 3 to be damaged. This avoids the loss of the emergency unlocking function of the washing equipment. That is, the operating part 33 of the emergency pull rod 3 can be stably kept in the initial installation position without damage, ensuring the reliability of the emergency unlocking function of the washing equipment.

[0084] In addition, by providing an operation port 411 on the trim panel 4 that is directly opposite the operation section 33, the user can apply a pulling force to the operation section 33 through the operation port 411 to unlock the washing equipment in an emergency. Moreover, the setting of the operation port 411 in the washing equipment means that the user must use a tool to apply a pulling force to the operation section 33, which can effectively prevent the user from accidentally pulling the emergency lever 3 and thus accidentally unlocking the door of the washing equipment, thereby improving the safety of using the washing equipment.

[0085] Reference Figure 9 It is understandable that, since the two limiting structures 43 are respectively located on both sides of the operating port 411, the distance between the two limiting structures 43 is greater than the width of the operating port 411, and the width of the operating part 33 is slightly smaller than the distance between the two limiting structures 43. In this embodiment, the width of the operating part 33, which is limited between the two limiting structures 43, can be slightly larger than the width of the operating port 411, which can effectively avoid misoperation. This means that the user must use a tool to apply pulling force to the operating part 33, such as by passing a tool through the operating port 411 and hooking the operating part 33 out by hooking the ring on the operating part 33, and then using the operating part 33 to achieve emergency unlocking.

[0086] See Figure 1 The first end 31 of the emergency pull rod 3 is provided with a connecting part 34, which is connected to the unlocking part of the door lock 2.

[0087] In this embodiment, see Figure 1 and Figure 3 The washing equipment also includes a main body 7, with an opening on one side. Specifically, an opening is provided on the front side of the main body 7. The main body 7 is roughly U-shaped, and a front panel 1 is connected to the opening, forming the washing equipment's cabinet assembly with the main body 7. Figure 2 A fixing plate 8 is connected to the opening on the front side of the main body 7. The decorative panel 4 covers the fixing plate 8 and is located below the front panel 1. The operating part 33 is located between the fixing plate 8 and the decorative panel 4. The fixing plate 8 can strengthen the bottom of the housing assembly, improve the stability of the entire housing assembly, and facilitate the installation of the decorative panel 4.

[0088] like Figure 2 , Figure 5 as well as Figure 6 As shown, a through-hole 121 is provided at the bottom of the front panel 1 for the emergency pull rod 3 to pass through. Furthermore, a guide hole 40 is provided on the trim panel 4, through which the emergency pull rod 3 passes and is confined between the limiting structures 43 on the trim panel 4. The guide hole 40 is provided to position the emergency pull rod 3 relative to the trim panel 4, ensuring that its operating part 33 is accurately positioned between the limiting structures 43.

[0089] Figure 7 , Figure 8 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of trim panel 4, combined with... Figure 9 The decorative panel 4 includes a panel body 41 and a frame portion 42 connected to the panel body 41. A guide hole 40 is formed between the frame portion 42 and the inner wall of the panel body 41, and an operating port 411 is provided on the panel body 41. The frame extends a certain distance along the length of the emergency pull rod 3 to ensure the installation stability of the emergency pull rod 3. A limiting structure 43 protrudes from the inner wall of the panel body 41 and forms a limiting groove 44 with the panel body 41 to limit the operating part 33. Furthermore, the limiting groove 44 is directly opposite the guide hole 40, so that the guide hole 40 can guide the operating part 33 of the emergency pull rod 3 into and engage within the limiting groove 44. The limiting groove 44 effectively reduces the left-right swaying of the emergency pull rod 3, thereby preventing the emergency pull rod 3 from contacting and rubbing against the inner wall of the through-hole 121 at the bottom of the front panel 1 and the inner wall of the guide hole 40, thus preventing damage to the emergency pull rod 3.

[0090] In this embodiment, the limiting structure 43 is a limiting rib plate, which is connected to the left and right ends of the frame part 42. In other embodiments, the limiting structure 43 can also be a limiting post. For example, multiple limiting posts are provided on both sides of the operating port 411 along the width direction to stop and limit the emergency pull rod 3.

[0091] In this embodiment, see Figure 8 The inner wall of the main body of the decorative panel 41 is provided with a plurality of first reinforcing ribs 410 that are crisscrossed horizontally and vertically, so as to improve the strength and deformation resistance of the entire decorative panel 4, while reducing the amount of material used.

[0092] Optionally, see Figure 6 , Figure 7 as well as Figure 15 A positioning protrusion 46 is provided on one of the trim panel 4 and the front panel 1, and a positioning hole 10 is provided on the other of the trim panel 4 and the front panel 1. The positioning protrusion 46 is engaged in the positioning hole 10 to achieve the initial positioning of the trim panel 4 during installation, and can increase the stability between it and the front panel 1 after installation, and avoid relative displacement.

[0093] Further, see Figure 6 and Figure 10 The decorative panel 4 is provided with a first connecting hole 47, and a locking member is inserted into the first connecting hole 47. The locking member is used to connect the decorative panel 4 and the fixing plate 8. Specifically, the fixing plate 8 is provided with a second connecting hole 83, and the locking member is inserted into the first connecting hole 47 and the second connecting hole 83 to fix the decorative panel 4 and the fixing plate 8.

[0094] For example, multiple first connecting holes 47 and second connecting holes 83 are provided at intervals along the horizontal direction and are arranged opposite each other to secure the decorative panel 4 and the fixing plate 8 with multiple locking elements, ensuring a stable connection. Optionally, the second connecting hole 83 is a threaded hole, and the locking element is a screw.

[0095] Specifically, in this embodiment, multiple positioning protrusions 46 are provided at intervals along the upper edge of the trim panel 4, and multiple positioning holes 10 are provided on the front panel 1. The first connecting hole 47 is located at the lower end of the trim panel 4. The arrangement is reasonable, and the trim panel 4 has high stability after installation.

[0096] Optionally, such as Figure 10 , Figure 11 as well as Figure 12 As shown, the fixing plate 8 is provided with at least one pre-installation hole 84 for pre-installing the decorative plate 4. Combined with... Figure 8 The trim panel 4 has at least one buckle structure 48 protruding from it. The buckle structure 48 passes through the pre-installation hole 84 and hooks onto the edge of the pre-installation hole 84. After the emergency pull rod 3 passes through the guide hole 40, the positioning protrusion 46 at the upper end of the trim panel 4 is inserted into the positioning hole 10 on the front panel 1 to achieve the initial positioning of the trim panel 4. Then, the buckle structure 48 hooks onto the pre-installation hole 84, so that the trim panel 4 can be pre-fixed on the fixing plate 8, making it more convenient to lock and fix it with locking parts later.

[0097] Furthermore, the trim panel 4 is also provided with a first positioning rib 49, which passes through the pre-installation hole 84 and abuts against the inner wall of the pre-installation hole 84. Specifically, the first positioning rib 49 abuts against the bottom end of the inner wall of the pre-installation hole 84 to prevent the trim panel 4 from falling during pre-installation, causing the positioning protrusion 46 to disengage from the positioning hole 10. Through the stop of the front panel 1 and the cooperation between the first positioning rib 49 and the inner wall of the pre-installation hole 84, the trim panel 4 can be vertically limited to prevent it from moving up and down after pre-installation.

[0098] Optionally, such as Figure 11 As shown, the fixed plate 8 has pre-installed holes 84 at both ends, and the decorative panel 4 has snap-fit ​​structures 48 and first positioning ribs 49 at both ends. The snap-fit ​​structures 48 correspond one-to-one with the pre-installed holes 84 and engage, and the snap-fit ​​structures 48 at both ends are arranged in a mirror symmetrical manner. The first positioning ribs 49 at both ends pass through the corresponding pre-installed holes 84. The two mirror symmetrical snap-fit ​​structures 48 hook and engage with the left and right edges of the two pre-installed holes 84 respectively, which can effectively restrict the left and right movement of the decorative panel 4.

[0099] like Figure 8 and Figure 13As shown, the snap-fit ​​structure 48 includes a connected cantilever 481 and a hook 482. The cantilever 481 is connected to the inner wall of the trim panel body 41, and the hook 482 is engaged with the edge of the pre-installed hole 84. The cantilever 481 allows the snap-fit ​​structure 48 to elastically deform relative to the trim panel body 41, so as to smoothly pass through the pre-installed hole 84 and complete the snap-fit. Furthermore, a second reinforcing rib 483 is provided at the connection between the cantilever 481 and the trim panel body 41, which can improve the connection strength between the cantilever 481 and the trim panel body 41 and prevent the snap-fit ​​structure 48 from breaking at the root. The hook 482 and the second reinforcing rib 483 are respectively provided on both sides of the cantilever 481. When snapped, the cantilever 481 elastically deforms toward the side where the second reinforcing rib 483 is located.

[0100] like Figure 8 and Figure 13 As shown, optionally, the first positioning rib 49 includes a first rib plate 491 and a plurality of second rib plates 492. The first rib plate 491 extends vertically and can abut against the inner wall of the pre-installed hole 84. The second rib plates 492 are approximately perpendicular to the first rib plate 491 and are connected between the first rib plate 491 and the decorative panel body 41, so that the entire first positioning rib 49 has sufficient strength.

[0101] like Figure 8 and Figure 11 As shown, a plurality of second positioning ribs 420 protrude from the side of the decorative panel 4 facing the fixing plate 8. The plurality of second positioning ribs 420 are located on one side of the fixing plate 8 and are spaced apart along the outer contour of the fixing plate 8. Specifically, the upper edge contour of the fixing plate 8 is curved, and the plurality of second positioning ribs 420 are spaced apart along the upper edge contour of the fixing plate 8, which can prevent the decorative panel 4 from being installed in the wrong position, play a foolproof role, and at the same time ensure the positional accuracy between the decorative panel 4 and the fixing plate 8 after installation.

[0102] Specifically, such as Figure 14 As shown, the second positioning rib 420 includes a third rib plate 4201 and a plurality of fourth rib plates 4202. The third rib plate 4201 is used to fix the plate 8 in the upper and lower directions. The plurality of fourth rib plates 4202 are connected between the third rib plate 4201 and the decorative panel body 41 to improve the connection strength between the third rib plate 4201 and the decorative panel body 41. The plurality of fourth rib plates 4202 are approximately perpendicularly connected to the third rib plate 4201.

[0103] In this embodiment, the decorative panel 4 is a one-piece molded part, which is convenient to manufacture and can ensure strength.

[0104] like Figure 15As shown, the front panel 1 includes a front panel 11 and a side frame 12 surrounding the front panel 11. The door lock 2 is located on the front panel 11. The side frame 12 away from the front panel 11 is bent and connected to a first flange 13, which is sandwiched between the main body 7 and the decorative panel 4. Specifically, the first flange 13 is located at the bottom of the side frame 12, the aforementioned through-hole 121 is located at the bottom of the side frame 12, and the positioning hole 10 is located at the junction of the first flange 13 and the side frame 12. After installation, the decorative panel 4 covers the first flange 13, resulting in a good appearance quality at the joint between the decorative panel 4 and the front panel 1, with no gaps.

[0105] See also Figure 15 The front panel 11 is also provided with a clothes loading port 16 that is directly opposite the inner drum of the washing equipment. On one side of the clothes loading port 16, there is also a door lock mounting port 17. The locking frame (with a lock hole) of the door lock 2 passes through the door lock mounting port 17.

[0106] The left and right sides of the side frame 12 are also provided with second flanges 14, which are bent inward for connection with the main body 7. The front panel 1 is also provided with multiple connecting ears 15 for connection with the main body 7. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The main body 7 of the enclosure includes a back panel 72 and two side panels 71. The two side panels 71 are located on the left and right sides of the back panel 72. The end of the side panel 71 away from the back panel 72 is bent and connected to a third flange 73. The third flange 73 is bent inward towards the interior of the main body 7. The second flange 14 and multiple connecting ears 15 of the front panel 1 are attached to the third flange 73 of the main body 7 and are fixed by screws and other fasteners.

[0107] like Figure 10 As shown, the third flange 73 is also provided with an assembly hole 731, which is directly opposite to the pre-installed hole 84 on the fixing plate 8 and has the same shape and size, so as to avoid interference with the snap-fit ​​structure 48 and the first positioning rib 49. In this embodiment, the pre-installed hole 84 is a round hole, and the assembly hole 731 on the third flange 73 is a semi-circular hole.

[0108] Example 2

[0109] This embodiment provides a washing device, which is a further improvement on the first embodiment.

[0110] See Figure 2 , Figure 3 as well as Figure 4 The washing equipment also includes a filter 5 and a wastewater stream 6 connected to the filter 5. The filter 5 is used to filter lint from the washing water, and the wastewater stream 6 is used to discharge wastewater remaining at the location of the filter 5, and its end is detachably provided with a plug.

[0111] The filter 5 includes a filter housing 51 and a filter element disposed inside the filter housing 51. The filter housing 51 is fixedly connected to the fixing plate 8. The filter element can be disassembled for cleaning. Specifically, an operation knob 52 is connected to the end of the filter element. By turning the operation knob 52, the filter element can be disassembled and installed after cleaning.

[0112] Combination Figure 7 A receiving cavity 45 is provided through the decorative panel 4. After the sewage filter cartridge 6 passes through the fixing plate 8, it can be detached and locked in the receiving cavity 45 with an interference fit, ensuring that the sewage filter cartridge 6 is firmly locked in the receiving cavity 45 and will not fall out. Before removing the filter cartridge, the sewage filter cartridge 6 can be taken out from the receiving cavity 45 to drain the residual sewage at the position of the filter 5, and then the sewage filter cartridge 6 can be locked back into the receiving cavity 45. The operation is convenient.

[0113] like Figure 10 As shown, the fixed plate 8 is provided with a through hole 81 and a relief groove 82. The relief groove 82 is directly opposite to the storage cavity 45 on the decorative plate 4. One end of the sewage flow 6 is connected to the filter 5, and it passes through the through hole 81 on the fixed plate 8 and is stuck between the storage cavity 45 and the bottom wall of the relief groove 82, so as to realize the reliable limiting of the sewage flow 6.

[0114] Optionally, see Figure 4 and Figure 7 One or more limiting ribs 451 are provided on the two opposite inner walls of the receiving cavity 45 to achieve an interference fit between the sewage flow 6 and the receiving cavity 45.

[0115] Furthermore, the trim panel 4 is also provided with an exposure opening 430 to expose the operation knob 52 of the filter 5, making it convenient for the user to remove the filter element of the filter 5.

[0116] Example 3

[0117] like Figure 16 As shown, this embodiment provides an assembly method for a washing device, used to assemble the washing device as described in the above embodiment. The assembly method for the washing device includes:

[0118] S1, connect the door lock 2 to the emergency pull rod 3.

[0119] S2. Pass the emergency pull rod 3 through the bottom of the front panel 1. Specifically, the emergency pull rod 3 passes through the through-hole 121 at the bottom of the front panel 1.

[0120] S3. Install door lock 2 onto front panel 1.

[0121] S4. Install the front panel 1 onto the main body 7 of the enclosure.

[0122] S5. The operating part 33 of the emergency pull rod 3 is confined between the limiting structures 43. Specifically, the second end 32 of the emergency pull rod 3 is inserted into the guide hole 40 of the trim panel 4, and the operating part 33 of the second end 32 is locked in the limiting groove 44 on the inner side of the trim panel 4.

[0123] S6. Pre-fix the trim panel 4 to the front panel 1 and / or the fixing plate 8, so that the operating port 411 is directly opposite the operating part 33. Specifically, the trim panel 4 is pre-fixed to the front panel 1 by the positioning protrusion 46, and pre-fixed to the fixing plate 8 by the snap-fit ​​structure 48 and the first positioning rib 49. In step S6, the sewage flow tube 6 is inserted into the receiving cavity 45 of the trim panel 4 with an interference fit.

[0124] S7. Locking trim plate 4 and fixing plate 8. Use a screw or other locking device to pass through the first connecting hole 47 on trim plate 4 and screw it into the second connecting hole 83 on fixing plate 8.

[0125] The assembly method of the washing equipment provided in this embodiment enables the limiting structure 43 on the decorative panel 4 to limit the emergency pull rod 3 after installation, reducing the shaking of the emergency pull rod 3 and ensuring that it can be stably maintained in the installation position. It also ensures that the operating port 411 is aligned with the operating part 33 of the emergency pull rod 3, effectively preventing the user from accidentally pulling the emergency pull rod 3 of the door lock 2. Furthermore, when installing the decorative panel 4, pre-installing and fixing the decorative panel 4 first allows for quick determination of the accurate installation position of the decorative panel 4. Then, locking the decorative panel 4 tightly onto the fixing plate 8 reduces the difficulty of installing the decorative panel 4 and ensures the positional accuracy and stability after installation.

[0126] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present invention. Those skilled in the art will be able to make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A washing device, characterized in that, include: front panel(1); A door lock (2) is provided on the front panel (1); An emergency pull rod (3) has its first end (31) connected to the door lock (2) and its second end (32) extending out of the front panel (1) and having an operating part (33). A decorative panel (4) covers the second end (32); the decorative panel (4) is provided with an operation port (411) directly opposite the operation part (33), and a limiting structure (43) is provided on both sides of the operation port (411), and the operation part (33) is limited between the limiting structures (43) on both sides.

2. The washing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The decorative panel (4) is provided with a guide hole (40), and the emergency pull rod (3) passes through the guide hole (40).

3. The washing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The decorative panel (4) includes a decorative panel body (41) and a frame portion (42) connected to the decorative panel body (41). The guide hole (40) is formed between the frame portion (42) and the inner sidewall of the decorative panel body (41). The operation port (411) is provided on the decorative panel body (41). The limiting structure (43) protrudes from the main body of the decorative panel (41) and together with the main body of the decorative panel (41) forms a limiting groove (44) for limiting the operating part (33).

4. The washing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The washing equipment also includes a filter (5) and a wastewater flow (6) in communication with the filter (5); A storage cavity (45) is provided through the decorative panel (4). The sewage flow (6) can be detachably locked in the storage cavity (45) and is interference-fitted with the storage cavity (45).

5. The washing equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, A fixing plate (8) is provided on the inner side of the decorative panel (4), and the filter (5) is connected to the fixing plate (8); The fixing plate (8) is provided with a through hole (81) and a relief groove (82). The relief groove (82) is directly opposite the receiving cavity (45). The sewage flow (6) passes through the through hole (81) and is stuck between the bottom wall of the receiving cavity (45) and the relief groove (82).

6. The washing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The washing equipment also includes a cabinet body (7); an opening is provided on one side of the cabinet body (7), the front plate (1) is connected to the opening, a fixing plate (8) is also connected to the opening, the decorative plate (4) covers the fixing plate (8), and the operating part (33) is located between the fixing plate (8) and the decorative plate (4). A positioning protrusion (46) is provided on one of the decorative panel (4) and the front panel (1), and a positioning hole (10) is provided on the other of the decorative panel (4) and the front panel (1), and the positioning protrusion (46) is engaged in the positioning hole (10); And / or, the decorative panel (4) is provided with a first connecting hole (47), and a locking member is inserted into the first connecting hole (47), the locking member being used to connect the decorative panel (4) and the fixing plate (8).

7. The washing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, The fixing plate (8) is provided with at least one pre-installed hole (84); The decorative panel (4) has at least one buckle structure (48) protruding on it. The buckle structure (48) passes through the pre-installed hole (84) and hooks onto the edge of the pre-installed hole (84).

8. The washing equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The decorative panel (4) is also provided with a first positioning rib (49), which passes through the pre-installed hole (84) and can abut against the inner wall of the pre-installed hole (84); And / or, both ends of the fixing plate (8) are provided with the pre-installed holes (84), and both ends of the decorative plate (4) are provided with the buckle structure (48). The buckle structure (48) corresponds one-to-one with the pre-installed holes (84), and the buckle structures (48) at both ends are arranged in a mirror symmetrical manner.

9. The washing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, The front panel (1) includes a front panel (11) and a side frame (12) surrounding the front panel (11) circumferentially. The door lock (2) is located on the front panel (11). The side frame (12) away from the front panel (11) is bent and connected to a first flange (13). The first flange (13) is sandwiched between the main body of the box (7) and the decorative panel (4). The side frame (12) is provided with a through opening (121) for the emergency pull rod (3) to pass through; the first flange (13) and the side frame (12) are provided with the positioning hole (10); And / or, the decorative panel (4) has a plurality of second positioning ribs (420) protruding on the side facing the fixing plate (8), the plurality of second positioning ribs (420) being located on one side of the fixing plate (8) and spaced apart along the outer contour of the fixing plate (8).

10. A method for assembling a washing device, characterized in that, For assembling a washing device as described in any one of claims 1-9, the washing device comprising a housing body (7); an opening is provided on one side of the housing body (7), the front plate (1) is connected to the opening, and a fixing plate (8) is also connected to the opening; the assembly method comprises: Connect the door lock (2) to the emergency pull rod (3); The emergency pull rod (3) is passed through the bottom of the front plate (1); Install the door lock (2) onto the front panel (1); The front panel (1) is installed on the main body (7) of the box; The operating part (33) of the emergency pull rod (3) is confined between the limiting structures (43); The decorative panel (4) is pre-fixed to the front panel (1) and / or the fixing plate (8) so that the operation port (411) is directly opposite the operation part (33); Lock the decorative panel (4) and the fixing plate (8).

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