Laundry treating apparatus and laundry treating apparatus control method

Abstract

The present application belongs to the technical field of household appliances, and discloses a clothes treatment device and a clothes treatment device control method. The clothes treatment device comprises a clothes treatment drum, a driving unit, a condensing unit, a fan and a cooling unit. The driving unit is used for driving the clothes treatment drum to rotate. The condensing unit is provided with a condensing channel. Two ends of the condensing channel are respectively communicated with the clothes treatment drum, and the condensing channel is used for introducing a condensing medium to condense and dehumidify the air output by the clothes treatment drum. The fan is used for driving the airflow to circulate between the clothes treatment drum and the condensing channel. The cooling unit is provided with a cooling channel used for introducing a cooling medium, and is in heat conduction contact with the driving unit and the fan, so that the driving unit and the fan are rapidly cooled and treated, and the service life is prolonged. The outlet of the cooling channel can be communicated with the condensing channel. The cooling medium output from the outlet can participate in condensation and dehumidification in the condensing channel when the temperature is relatively low, so that the cooling medium is fully utilized, the condensation and dehumidification effect is improved, and the drying effect is further improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a garment processing device and a control method for the garment processing device. Background Technology

[0002] Clothing handling equipment with drying function, such as wall-mounted drying washing machines and dryers, includes a cabinet and a clothes handling drum and drying air duct inside the cabinet. The clothes handling drum is used to hold clothes and rotates under the action of a drive motor. A fan is installed in the drying air duct to make the airflow circulate in the drying air duct and the clothes handling drum, continuously introducing hot dry air into the clothes handling drum for drying.

[0003] During the drying process, the drive motor and fan run at high speed continuously. Existing garment processing equipment does not have cooling measures for these two electrical components, or only adds heat sinks to these two electrical components for heat dissipation, resulting in poor cooling effect. After long-term operation, excessive heat generation and excessive temperature rise will lead to problems such as component damage and reduced service life.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a garment processing device and a garment processing device control method 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 garment processing device and a garment processing device control method, which can cool the motor and fan during the garment drying process, extend the service life of the motor and fan, and avoid wasting the cooling medium.

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

[0007] In a first aspect, a garment processing device is provided, comprising:

[0008] Clothing handling drum;

[0009] A drive unit, connected to the garment processing drum, is used to drive the garment processing drum to rotate;

[0010] The condensing unit is provided with a condensing channel, the two ends of which are respectively connected to the clothes processing drum. The condensing channel is used to introduce a condensing medium to condense and dehumidify the air output from the clothes processing drum.

[0011] A fan is used to drive airflow to circulate between the garment processing drum and the condensation channel;

[0012] The cooling unit is provided with a cooling channel for introducing a cooling medium, and is in thermal contact with both the drive unit and the fan. The outlet of the cooling channel can be connected to the condensation channel.

[0013] As an optional solution to the clothing processing device provided by the present invention, the cooling unit includes a first pipe, a first cooling component, a second pipe, a second cooling component, and a third pipe that are sequentially connected to form the cooling channel;

[0014] The first cooling component is in thermal contact with the drive unit, the second cooling component is in thermal contact with the fan, and the third pipeline can be connected to the condensation channel.

[0015] As an optional solution to the clothing processing device provided by the present invention, the first cooling component includes a cooling ring with an opening, the cooling ring surrounding the drive unit, the first pipe and the second pipe being respectively connected to both ends of the cooling ring, and the outlet of the first pipe and the inlet of the second pipe being arranged radially spaced along the cooling ring.

[0016] And / or, the outlet of the second pipe and the inlet of the third pipe are diagonally arranged relative to the second cooling element.

[0017] As an optional solution to the clothing processing device provided by the present invention, a first thermally conductive adhesive is provided between the first cooling component and the driving unit;

[0018] And / or, a second thermally conductive adhesive is provided between the second cooling element and the fan.

[0019] As an optional solution to the clothing processing device provided by the present invention, the clothing processing device further includes a control module, and a temperature measuring module communicatively connected to the control module is provided on the third pipeline; the control module is used to control the cooling medium in the third pipeline to be introduced into the condensation channel when the detected value of the temperature measuring module is lower than a set value;

[0020] And / or, a first refrigeration module is provided on the first pipeline.

[0021] As an optional solution to the clothing processing device provided by the present invention, the condensation unit further includes a condensation medium supply pipeline, and the condensation medium supply pipeline is provided with a condensation medium outlet;

[0022] The condensing medium output from the condensing medium outlet comes into contact with the air output from the clothing processing drum to achieve condensation; or, the condensing unit further includes a medium pipeline disposed in the condensing channel, the condensing medium outlet being connected to the medium pipeline, and an air passage being formed between the medium pipeline and the inner wall of the condensing channel, communicating with the clothing processing drum; the air output from the clothing processing drum comes into contact with the outer wall of the medium pipeline to achieve condensation; the outlet of the cooling channel can be connected to the air passage or the medium pipeline.

[0023] As an optional solution to the clothing processing device provided by the present invention, a second refrigeration module is provided on the condensing medium supply pipeline.

[0024] As an optional solution to the clothing processing device provided by the present invention, the outlet of the cooling channel is connected to the condensing medium supply pipeline and is located upstream of the second refrigeration module.

[0025] As an optional solution to the clothing processing device provided by the present invention, the clothing processing device further includes a drain pipe, and the condensation channel is arranged vertically;

[0026] The drain pipe is connected to the lower end of the condensation channel.

[0027] Secondly, a control method for a garment processing device is provided, applied to the garment processing device described above, wherein a valve is provided at the inlet end of the cooling channel, and the method includes:

[0028] Run the drying program;

[0029] The drive unit is controlled to rotate the garment processing drum and to operate the fan.

[0030] The valve is opened to allow cooling medium to flow into the cooling channel.

[0031] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0032] This invention provides a garment processing device and a control method for the garment processing device. After the drying program starts, a control drive unit (e.g., a motor) and a fan are activated. The fan circulates airflow between the garment processing drum and the condensation channel, introducing hot, dry air into the garment processing drum. Upon contact with the garments, the hot, dry air becomes humid air and is output to the condensation channel. The humid air is condensed and dehumidified by a condensing medium within the condensation channel, removing moisture from the air. The drive unit rotates the garment processing drum, ensuring full contact between the garments and the hot air. By incorporating a cooling unit that is in thermal contact with both the drive unit and the fan, a cooling medium is continuously introduced into the cooling channel of the cooling unit during operation. This allows the cooling medium to continuously remove the heat generated by the drive unit and fan during operation, rapidly cooling the drive unit and fan and extending their service life. Furthermore, the cooling channel outlet can connect with the condensing channel. The cooling medium output from the cooling channel outlet, at a lower temperature, can participate in condensation and dehumidification within the condensing channel, removing moisture from the humid air output from the clothes drying drum. This ensures full utilization of the cooling medium, improves the condensation and dehumidification effect, and consequently enhances the drying efficiency. Simultaneously, because the cooling medium participates in condensation and dehumidification, the amount of condensing medium used in the condensing unit can be reduced to some extent, minimizing resource waste. Attached Figure Description

[0033] 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.

[0034] Figure 1 This is a first view of the clothing processing device provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 2 This is a second view of the clothing processing device provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 3 This is a third view of the clothing processing device provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 4 This is a fourth view of the clothing processing device provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 5 This is a fifth view of the clothing processing device provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 6 This is a flowchart of the clothing processing equipment control method provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] In the picture:

[0041] 1. Clothes handling drum; 2. Drive unit; 3. Condensation unit; 4. Fan; 5. Cooling unit; 6. Heating unit; 7. Filter device; 8. Housing; 9. Outer drum;

[0042] 31. Condensation channel; 32. Condensation medium supply pipeline; 33. Second refrigeration module;

[0043] 50. Valve; 51. First pipeline; 52. First cooling component; 53. Second pipeline; 54. Second cooling component; 55. Third pipeline;

[0044] 521, Cooling ring; 5210, Opening. Detailed Implementation

[0045] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0046] 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.

[0047] 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.

[0048] 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.

[0049] 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.

[0050] 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.

[0051] 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.

[0052] 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.

[0053] 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.

[0054] Example 1

[0055] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, this embodiment provides a clothing processing device with a clothing drying function, such as a washer-dryer combo or a dryer. Specifically, the clothing processing device includes a clothing processing drum 1, a drive unit 2, a condenser unit 3, a fan 4, and a cooling unit 5. Further, it also includes a housing 8, an outer drum 9, and a heating unit 6.

[0056] An outer cylinder 9 is located inside a housing 8, and a clothes handling cylinder 1 is rotatably located inside the outer cylinder 9 for holding clothes. A drive unit 2 is connected to the clothes handling cylinder 1 and drives it to rotate. A condensation unit 3 has a condensation channel 31, with both ends connected to the clothes handling cylinder 1. The condensation channel 31 is used to introduce a condensing medium to condense and dehumidify the air output from the clothes handling cylinder 1. Specifically, one end of the condensation channel 31 is connected to the air outlet of the outer cylinder 9, and the other end is connected to the air inlet of the outer cylinder 9. A fan 4 is used to drive airflow to circulate between the clothes handling cylinder 1 and the condensation channel 31, and is located between the air inlet of the outer cylinder 9 and the condensation channel 31. A heating unit 6 is located between the fan 4 and the air inlet of the outer cylinder 9 and is used to heat the air, enabling the introduction of dry, hot air into the clothes handling cylinder 1. A cooling unit 5 has a cooling channel for introducing a cooling medium and is in thermal contact with both the drive unit 2 and the fan 4. The outlet of the cooling channel can connect to the condensation channel 31.

[0057] For example, both the condensing medium and the cooling medium can be cold water, or other refrigerants.

[0058] For example, the drive unit 2 is a rotary motor located on one side of the outer cylinder 9, which drives the clothing processing cylinder 1 to rotate through a belt drive mechanism (preferably a synchronous belt drive), a gear drive mechanism, etc.

[0059] For example, heating unit 6 includes a heater, such as a PTC heater.

[0060] The clothing processing equipment provided in this embodiment starts the drying program by controlling the drive unit 2 (a rotary motor in this embodiment) and the fan 4. The fan 4 circulates the airflow between the clothing processing drum 1 and the condensation channel 31, introducing hot dry air into the clothing processing drum 1. After contacting the clothing, the hot dry air becomes humid air and is output into the condensation channel 31. The humid air is condensed and dehumidified by the condensing medium in the condensation channel 31, removing moisture from the air. The dehumidified air then flows to the heating unit 6 under the action of the fan 4, is heated by the heating unit 6, and is reintroduced into the clothing processing drum 1. The drive unit 2 rotates the clothing processing drum 1, ensuring that the clothing is in full contact with the hot air.

[0061] By setting up a cooling unit 5 that is in thermal contact with both the drive unit 2 and the fan 4, a cooling medium is continuously introduced into the cooling channel of the cooling unit 5 during the high-speed operation of the drive unit 2 and the fan 4. This allows the cooling medium to continuously remove the heat generated by the drive unit 2 and the fan 4 during operation, quickly cooling down the drive unit 2 and the fan 4 and extending the service life of the motor and the fan 4.

[0062] Furthermore, the outlet of the cooling channel can be connected to the condensation channel 31. When the temperature is low, the cooling medium output from the outlet of the cooling channel can participate in condensation and dehumidification within the condensation channel 31, removing moisture from the humid air output from the clothes handling drum 1. This ensures full utilization of the cooling medium, improves the condensation and dehumidification effect, and consequently enhances the drying effect. Simultaneously, because the cooling medium can participate in condensation and dehumidification, the amount of condensation medium used in the condensation unit 3 can be reduced to some extent, minimizing resource waste.

[0063] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 as well as Figure 4 As shown, the cooling unit 5 includes a first pipe 51, a first cooling element 52, a second pipe 53, a second cooling element 54, and a third pipe 55, which are connected in sequence to form a cooling channel. That is, the inner cavities of each of the first pipe 51, the first cooling element 52, the second pipe 53, the second cooling element 54, and the third pipe 55 constitute a cooling channel. The first cooling element 52 is in thermally conductive contact with the drive unit 2, and the cooling medium in its inner cavity carries away the heat from the drive unit 2 as it flows, thus cooling the drive unit 2. The second cooling element 54 is in thermally conductive contact with the fan 4, and the cooling medium in its inner cavity carries away the heat from the fan 4 as it flows, thus cooling the fan 4. The third pipe 55 can communicate with the condensation channel 31 to allow the cooling medium to flow into the condensation channel 31.

[0064] For example, both the first cooling element 52 and the second cooling element 54 are provided with serpentine flow channels to increase the flow path of the cooling medium, so that the cooling medium can fully contact the fan 4 and the rotating motor, thereby improving the cooling effect.

[0065] For example, the first pipe 51, the second pipe 53 and the third pipe 55 can be flexible hoses, which can be adapted to change their direction during the layout, making installation more convenient.

[0066] Furthermore, a valve 50 is provided at the inlet of the first pipeline 51. The valve 50 can control the opening and closing of the first pipeline 51. When the valve 50 is open, the cooling medium can be introduced into the first pipeline 51. Optionally, the inlet of the valve 50 can be connected to a tap water pipe to introduce tap water into the cooling channel to cool the rotating motor and the fan 4.

[0067] See Figure 2 and Figure 4The first cooling element 52 includes a cooling ring 521 with an opening 5210. The cooling ring 521 surrounds the drive unit 2. A first pipe 51 and a second pipe 53 are respectively connected to the two ends of the cooling ring 521. The outlet of the first pipe 51 and the inlet of the second pipe 53 are arranged radially spaced along the cooling ring 521, that is, the outlet of the first pipe 51 and the inlet of the second pipe 53 are arranged approximately diagonally to maximize the cooling medium path. In this embodiment, the drive unit 2 is a rotary motor. By surrounding the rotary motor with a cooling ring 521 with an opening 5210, the contact area with the rotary motor housing can be increased, improving the cooling effect and allowing the cooling medium flowing within the cooling ring 521 to carry away most of the heat from the rotary motor.

[0068] See Figure 3 The outlet of the second pipe 53 and the inlet of the third pipe 55 are diagonally arranged relative to the second cooling element 54 to fully increase the flow path of the cooling medium in the second cooling element 54, so that the cooling medium can fully contact the fan 4 and improve the cooling effect.

[0069] Optionally, the garment processing equipment also includes a control module. A temperature measuring module, communicatively connected to the control module, is installed on the third pipe 55. This module measures the temperature of the cooling medium within the third pipe 55, specifically the temperature of the medium after cooling the rotating motor and fan 4. The control module controls the cooling medium in the third pipe 55 to flow into the condensation channel 31 when the temperature reading from the measuring module is lower than a set value. If the temperature of the cooling medium flowing into the condensation channel 31 is too high, it will negatively impact the condensation and dehumidification effect of the air output from the garment processing drum 1, resulting in poor drying performance. Therefore, by monitoring the temperature of the cooled medium using a temperature measuring module, the medium is only introduced into the condensation channel 31 when the temperature meets the requirements, ensuring a positive effect on the condensation and dehumidification of the humid air.

[0070] For example, if the set value is less than or equal to 50 degrees Celsius, this temperature is lower than the temperature of the air output from the clothing treatment drum 1, creating a temperature difference that enables condensation and dehumidification of the humid air. Furthermore, the outlet of the third pipe 55 is branched off and connected to a drain pipe. When the detected temperature exceeds the set value, the control module can connect the third pipe 55 to the drain pipe, discharging the higher-temperature cooling medium through the drain pipe. Specifically, a three-way electrically controlled valve is installed between the third pipe 55, the inlet of the condensation channel 31, and the drain pipe. This three-way electrically controlled valve is controlled by the control module to open and close.

[0071] It should be noted that for clothing processing equipment with heating unit 6, the temperature of the humid air output from clothing processing drum 1 is relatively high, which can usually ensure a temperature difference with the cooling medium output from the third pipe 55.

[0072] See Figure 5The condensing unit 3 also includes a condensing medium supply pipe 32, which has a condensing medium outlet. The end of the condensing medium supply pipe 32 furthest from the condensing medium outlet can be connected to a tap water inlet pipe and equipped with an inlet valve. The condensing medium (cold water) output from the condensing medium outlet directly contacts the air output from the clothes handling drum 1 within the condensing channel 31 to achieve condensation dehumidification, ensuring sufficient contact between the humid air and the condensing medium, resulting in a better dehumidification effect. Furthermore, a cold water spray head can be installed at the condensing medium outlet to spray cold water into the condensing channel 31.

[0073] In this embodiment, the condensation channel 31 is arranged vertically, the condensation medium outlet is located at the upper part of the condensation channel 31, and the condensation medium flows to the bottom of the condensation channel 31.

[0074] The garment processing equipment also includes a drain pipe. In some embodiments, the drain pipe is connected to the lower end of the condensation channel 31, through which the condensing medium that has participated in condensation can be discharged. Further, the drain pipe and the lower end of the condensation channel 31 can be selectively connected; specifically, a drain valve is provided between the drain pipe and the lower end of the condensation channel 31. Water is discharged under the action of the drain pump and drain valve of the garment processing equipment.

[0075] See Figure 5 The garment processing equipment also includes a filter device 7, which is located between the fan 4 and the condensation channel 31. The filter device 7 filters the air after condensation and dehumidification, removing impurities such as lint from the airflow and preventing dust from adhering to components such as the fan 4 and the heating unit 6. Furthermore, the filter device 7 also prevents the sprayed condensate from splashing onto the fan 4.

[0076] Understandably, the garment processing equipment also includes a water pump, which is connected to the cooling channel and used to pump the cooling medium into the cooling channel. The water pump is communicatively connected to the control module and is controlled by the control module to start and stop.

[0077] Example 2

[0078] This embodiment provides a garment processing device, which is a further improvement on the first embodiment.

[0079] In this embodiment, a first thermally conductive adhesive is provided between the first cooling component 52 and the drive unit 2; and / or, a second thermally conductive adhesive is provided between the second cooling component 54 and the fan 4. By providing the first thermally conductive adhesive, not only is the connection between the first cooling component 52 and the drive unit 2 secure, but sufficient heat conduction between them is also achieved, improving heat exchange efficiency and further enhancing the cooling effect. By providing the second thermally conductive adhesive, not only is the connection between the second cooling component 54 and the fan 4 secure, but sufficient heat conduction between them is also achieved, improving heat exchange efficiency and further enhancing the cooling effect.

[0080] For example, the first thermally conductive adhesive and the second thermally conductive adhesive can be polyurethane thermally conductive structural adhesive, thermally conductive silicone, epoxy resin AB adhesive, etc.

[0081] Example 3

[0082] This embodiment provides a garment processing device, which is a further improvement on Embodiment 1 and Embodiment 2.

[0083] In this embodiment, a first refrigeration module is provided on the first pipe 51 to cool the cooling medium flowing into the first pipe 51, thereby reducing the temperature and improving the cooling effect on the rotating motor and the fan 4.

[0084] For example, the first refrigeration module can be a refrigerator. The refrigerator can be an active refrigeration device or a cold storage device. For example, the refrigerator can be an ice box with a detachable clamp on the first pipe 51, which is placed in a low-temperature place for refrigeration before use (such as a refrigerator, outdoor in winter, etc.). When the clothing processing equipment is running, it is installed on the first pipe 51 to further cool the cooling medium.

[0085] It is understood that in other embodiments, the first cooling module may not be provided on the first pipeline 51.

[0086] Example 4

[0087] This embodiment provides a garment processing device, which is a further improvement on the first, second and third embodiments.

[0088] In this embodiment, see Figure 5 A second refrigeration module 33 is installed on the condensate supply pipeline 32. The second refrigeration module 33 is located upstream of the condensate outlet. When the condensate flows, it can be cooled by the second refrigeration module 33. The cooled condensate is then output through the condensate outlet, further reducing the temperature of the condensate and improving the condensation and dehumidification effect on the humid air.

[0089] For example, the second refrigeration module 33 can be a refrigerator. The refrigerator can be an active refrigeration device or a cold storage device. For example, the refrigerator can be an ice box that can be detachably clamped to the condensing medium supply line 32. Before use, it can be placed in a low-temperature environment for refrigeration (such as a refrigerator, outdoor in winter, etc.). When the clothing handling equipment is running, it is installed on the condensing medium supply line 32 to further cool the condensing medium.

[0090] Optionally, the outlet of the third pipe 55 is connected to the condensing medium supply pipe 32 and is located upstream of the second refrigeration module 33, so that the cooling medium output from the outlet of the third pipe 55 is cooled by the second refrigeration module 33 before being introduced into the condensing channel 31, thereby increasing the temperature difference between the condensing medium and the humid air output from the clothes handling drum 1 and improving the condensation effect.

[0091] Example 5

[0092] This embodiment provides a garment processing device, which differs from Embodiment 1.

[0093] In this embodiment, the condensing unit 3 further includes a condensing medium supply pipeline 32, which has a condensing medium outlet. The condensing unit 3 also includes a medium pipeline disposed in the condensing channel 31, with the condensing medium outlet connected to the medium pipeline to allow the condensing medium to enter the medium pipeline. An air passage is formed between the medium pipeline and the inner wall of the condensing channel 31, communicating with the clothes handling drum 1. Air output from the clothes handling drum 1 enters the air passage and contacts the outer wall of the medium pipeline to achieve condensation and dehumidification. The moisture condensed and dehumidified can flow along the outer wall of the medium pipeline to the bottom of the condensing channel 31 and be discharged from the device through the drain pipe. Further, the lower end of the medium pipeline can be connected to the drain pipe. Optionally, the outlet of the cooling channel can be connected to the air passage or the medium pipeline. When the temperature of the cooling medium at the output end is low, it can be introduced into the air passage to fully contact the humid air, achieving condensation and dehumidification of the humid air through the temperature difference. Alternatively, the cooling medium can be introduced into the medium pipeline to work together with the condensing medium to condense and dehumidify the humid air.

[0094] Example 6

[0095] like Figure 6 As shown, this embodiment provides a control method for a garment processing device, applied to the garment processing device described in any of the above embodiments. A valve 50 is provided at the inlet end of the cooling channel. The method includes:

[0096] Run the drying program;

[0097] The control drive unit 2 drives the clothes handling drum 1 to rotate and controls the operation of the fan 4;

[0098] Control valve 50 is opened to introduce cooling medium into the cooling channel.

[0099] After the drying program starts, the control drive unit 2 (a rotary motor in this embodiment) and the fan 4 are activated. When the fan 4 operates, it circulates the airflow between the clothes processing drum 1 and the condensation channel 31. The hot, dry air heated by the heating unit 6 is introduced into the clothes processing drum 1. Upon contact with the clothes, the hot, dry air becomes humid air and is output into the condensation channel 31. The humid air is then condensed and dehumidified by the condensing medium within the condensation channel 31, removing moisture from the air. The dehumidified air then flows to the heating unit 6 under the action of the fan 4, is heated by the heating unit 6, and is reintroduced into the clothes processing drum 1. This cycle continues to dry the clothes. During this process, the drive unit 2 operates at high speed, causing the clothes processing drum 1 to rotate, ensuring that the clothes are in full contact with the hot air.

[0100] By controlling the valve 50 to open, cooling medium is introduced into the cooling channel. As the cooling medium flows, it continuously carries away the heat generated by the drive unit 2 and the fan 4 during operation, quickly cooling the drive unit 2 and the fan 4 and extending the service life of the motor and the fan 4.

[0101] Furthermore, the outlet of the cooling channel can be connected to the condensation channel 31. When the temperature is low, the cooling medium output from the outlet of the cooling channel can participate in condensation and dehumidification within the condensation channel 31, removing moisture from the humid air output from the clothes handling drum 1. This ensures full utilization of the cooling medium, improves the condensation and dehumidification effect, and consequently enhances the drying effect. Simultaneously, because the cooling medium can participate in condensation and dehumidification, the amount of condensation medium used in the condensation unit 3 can be reduced to some extent, minimizing resource waste.

[0102] 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 garment processing device, characterized in that, include: Clothing processing drum (1); The drive unit (2) is connected to the clothing processing cylinder (1) and is used to drive the clothing processing cylinder (1) to rotate; The condensing unit (3) is provided with a condensing channel (31), the two ends of which are respectively connected to the clothing processing drum (1). The condensing channel (31) is used to introduce a condensing medium to condense and dehumidify the air output by the clothing processing drum (1). A fan (4) is used to drive airflow to circulate between the garment processing drum (1) and the condensation channel (31); The cooling unit (5) is provided with a cooling channel for introducing a cooling medium, and is in thermal contact with both the drive unit (2) and the fan (4). The outlet of the cooling channel can be connected to the condensation channel (31).

2. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cooling unit (5) includes a first pipe (51), a first cooling component (52), a second pipe (53), a second cooling component (54), and a third pipe (55) that are connected in sequence to form the cooling channel; The first cooling element (52) is in thermal contact with the drive unit (2), the second cooling element (54) is in thermal contact with the fan (4), and the third pipe (55) can be connected to the condensation channel (31).

3. The garment processing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first cooling element (52) includes a cooling ring (521) with an opening (5210), the cooling ring (521) surrounding the drive unit (2), the first pipe (51) and the second pipe (53) are respectively connected to the two ends of the cooling ring (521), and the outlet of the first pipe (51) and the inlet of the second pipe (53) are arranged radially spaced along the cooling ring (521); And / or, the outlet of the second pipe (53) and the inlet of the third pipe (55) are diagonally arranged relative to the second cooling element (54).

4. The garment processing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, A first thermally conductive adhesive is provided between the first cooling component (52) and the drive unit (2); And / or, a second thermally conductive adhesive is provided between the second cooling element (54) and the fan (4).

5. The garment processing equipment according to any one of claims 2-4, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment also includes a control module, and a temperature measuring module that is communicatively connected to the control module is provided on the third pipeline (55); the control module is used to control the cooling medium in the third pipeline (55) to be introduced into the condensation channel (31) when the detected value of the temperature measuring module is lower than the set value; And / or, a first refrigeration module is provided on the first pipeline (51).

6. The garment processing equipment according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The condensation unit (3) further includes a condensation medium supply pipeline (32), which is provided with a condensation medium outlet; The condensing medium output from the condensing medium outlet comes into contact with the air output from the clothing processing drum (1) to achieve condensation; or, the condensing unit (3) further includes a medium pipeline disposed in the condensing channel (31), the condensing medium outlet is connected to the medium pipeline, and an air passage is formed between the medium pipeline and the inner wall of the condensing channel (31) to communicate with the clothing processing drum (1); the air output from the clothing processing drum (1) comes into contact with the outer wall of the medium pipeline to achieve condensation; the outlet of the cooling channel can be connected to the air passage or the medium pipeline.

7. The garment processing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, A second refrigeration module (33) is provided on the condensing medium supply pipeline (32).

8. The garment processing equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The outlet of the cooling channel is connected to the condensing medium supply pipeline (32) and is located upstream of the second refrigeration module (33).

9. The garment processing equipment according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment also includes a drain pipe, and the condensation channel (31) is vertically arranged; The drain pipe is connected to the lower end of the condensation channel (31).

10. A method for controlling garment processing equipment, characterized in that, Applied to the garment processing equipment as described in any one of claims 1-9, wherein a valve (50) is provided at the inlet end of the cooling channel, the method includes: Run the drying program; The drive unit (2) is controlled to drive the clothes processing drum (1) to rotate and the fan (4) is controlled to operate. The valve (50) is opened to allow cooling medium to flow into the cooling channel.

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