Ice maker with water level detection device

By introducing a water level detection device into the ice machine and using a transparent observation bar and an alarm system, the problem that existing ice machine cannot monitor the water level when loading water is solved, convenient water level management and timely water replenishment reminders are achieved, and equipment is improved ease of use.

CN222187426UActive Publication Date: 2024-12-17HEFEI SHIBING REFRIGERATION TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202420033954.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-01-08
Publication Date
2024-12-17
Estimated Expiration
2034-01-08

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Technical Problem

The existing ice makers are inconvenient to observe the water level when loading water, and cannot determine when to replenish water, which is inconvenient to use.

Method used

An ice maker with water level detection device is designed, using transparent observation bars and tinted suspension blocks. Through the detection column and the bottom limit column, the water level is monitored in real time, and an alarm reminder is issued when the water level is lower than the alarm water level. Users are hydrated.

Benefits of technology

The transparent observation bar makes it easy to view the water level and promptly reminds users to replenish water, avoiding equipment operation problems caused by too low water level.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of ice makers, in particular to an ice maker with a water level detection device, which comprises an ice maker body, the ice maker body is provided with a cold supply mechanism, an ice making mechanism, a water tank mounting cavity and a water tank, and the water tank mounting cavity is provided with an electric plug connector. The water tank is provided with a connecting groove matched with the electric plug connector, a transparent observation column and an alarm are arranged on the side face of the water tank, a detection column is installed at the position, close to the transparent observation column, of the water tank, the detection column is sleeved with a colored suspension block, and the colored suspension block is provided with a first iron sheet. The bottom end of the detection column is fixedly connected with a bottom limiting column, the bottom limiting column is provided with a second iron sheet, the first iron sheet is attached to the second iron sheet, and the alarm gives an alarm; the water level can be observed conveniently, and water replenishing is reminded.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of ice making machines, in particular to an ice making machine with a water level detection device. Background Art

[0002] An ice maker is a refrigeration mechanical device that generates ice by cooling water through an evaporator with the refrigerant of the refrigeration system. It uses a refrigeration system and water as a carrier to make ice when powered on.

[0003] At present, when filling water, most ice makers are often not easy to observe the water level, and it is not possible to determine when to refill the ice maker, which is inconvenient to use. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned deficiencies in the prior art, the utility model provides an ice maker with a water level detection device to solve the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0005] An ice maker with a water level detection device comprises an ice maker body, wherein the ice maker body is equipped with a cooling mechanism, an ice making mechanism, a water tank installation cavity and a water tank, the water tank installation cavity is provided with an electric plug connector, the water tank is provided with a connecting groove matched with the electric plug connector, a transparent observation column and an alarm are provided on the side of the water tank, a detection column is installed at a position close to the transparent observation column, the detection column is sleeved with a colored suspension block, the colored suspension block is provided with a No. 1 iron sheet, the bottom end of the detection column is fixedly connected with a bottom limit column, the bottom limit column is provided with a No. 2 iron sheet, the No. 1 iron sheet is fitted with the No. 2 iron sheet, and the alarm sounds an alarm.

[0006] Furthermore, a water pump is installed on the water inlet pipe of the ice maker body, and the water inlet pipe is connected to the water tank through a hose.

[0007] Furthermore, a No. 1 magnetic sheet is provided at the top of the water tank, and a No. 2 magnetic sheet matching with the No. 1 magnetic sheet is provided in the water tank installation cavity.

[0008] Furthermore, the water tank is provided with a handle.

[0009] Due to the adoption of the above technical solution, compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the utility model include:

[0010] 1) The height of the colored suspension block can be seen through the transparent observation bar, making it easy to observe the water level;

[0011] 2) When the colored suspension block reaches the lowest alarm water level, the No. 1 iron sheet of the colored suspension block abuts against the No. 2 iron sheet of the bottom limit column, and the alarm sounds to remind the user to add water. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] Figure 1It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model;

[0013] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the structure after the water tank is connected to the water tank installation cavity;

[0014] Figure 3 It is the structural diagram of the water tank;

[0015] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the ice maker body;

[0016] Figure numerals, 1-ice maker body, 2-water tank installation cavity, 3-water tank, 4-electric plug connector, 5-connecting slot, 6-transparent observation column, 7-alarm, 8-detection column, 9-colored floating block, 10-bottom limit column, 11-water inlet pipe, 12-water pump, 13-hose, 14-magnetic sheet No. 1, 15-magnetic sheet No. 2, 16-handle, 17-ice tray, 18-ice storage tank, 19-compressor, 20-condenser, 21-evaporator. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0017] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the utility model, other implementation methods or equivalent replacements obtained by those skilled in the art without creative work are all within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0018] like Figure 1-4As shown, an ice maker with a water level detection device includes an ice maker body 1, the ice maker body 1 is equipped with a cooling mechanism, an ice making mechanism, a water tank installation cavity 2 and a water tank 3, the ice making mechanism includes an ice tray 17 and an ice storage tank 18, the cooling mechanism includes a compressor 19, a condenser 20 and an evaporator 21 connected end to end in sequence, and the installation position of the evaporator 21 is close to the ice tray 17, the condenser 20 performs heat dissipation, and the evaporator 21 performs temperature reduction, so that the temperature in the ice tray 17 is quickly reduced to below zero, and the ice tray 17 is cooled. The liquid in the tray 17 is frozen into ice cubes, the water tank installation cavity 2 is provided with an electric plug connector 4, the water tank 3 is provided with a connection groove 5 that matches the electric plug connector 4, the side of the water tank 3 is provided with a transparent observation bar 6 and an alarm 7, the water tank 3 is installed with a detection column 8 near the transparent observation bar 6, the detection column 8 is sleeved with a colored suspension block 9, the colored suspension block 9 is provided with a No. 1 iron sheet, the bottom end of the detection column 8 is fixedly connected with a bottom limit column 10, the bottom limit column 10 is provided with a No. 2 iron sheet, the No. 1 iron sheet fits with the No. 2 iron sheet, and the alarm 7 sounds an alarm. The height of the colored suspension block 9 can be seen through the transparent observation bar 6, the water tank 3 is pushed toward the direction of the electric plug connector 4 until the electric plug connector 4 is inserted into the connection groove 5 of the water tank 3, and when the colored suspension block 9 reaches the lowest alarm water level, the No. 1 iron sheet of the colored suspension block 9 abuts against the No. 2 iron sheet of the bottom limit column 10, and the alarm 7 sounds an alarm to remind the user to replenish water.

[0019] The water inlet pipe 11 of the ice maker body 1 is installed with a water pump 12 , and the water inlet pipe 11 is connected to the water tank 3 through a hose 13 .

[0020] Among them, a No. 1 magnetic sheet 14 is provided at the top of the water tank 3, and a No. 2 magnetic sheet 15 matching with the No. 1 magnetic sheet 14 is provided in the water tank installation cavity 2 to improve the stability of the connection between the water tank 3 and the water tank installation cavity 2.

[0021] The water tank 3 is provided with a handle 16 .

[0022] The preferred embodiments of the utility model disclosed above are only used to help explain the utility model. The preferred embodiments do not describe all the details in detail, nor do they limit the utility model to only specific implementation methods. Obviously, many modifications and changes can be made according to the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments in order to better explain the principles and practical applications of the utility model, so that technicians in the relevant technical field can well understand and use the utility model. The utility model is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. An ice maker with a water level detection device, comprising an ice maker body (1), wherein the ice maker body (1) is equipped with a cooling mechanism, an ice making mechanism, a water tank installation cavity (2) and a water tank (3), characterized in that: The water tank installation cavity (2) is provided with an electric plug connector (4), the water tank (3) is provided with a connection groove (5) matched with the electric plug connector (4), the side of the water tank (3) is provided with a transparent observation column (6) and an alarm (7), the water tank (3) is provided with a detection column (8) at a position close to the transparent observation column (6), the detection column (8) is sleeved with a colored suspension block (9), the colored suspension block (9) is provided with a first iron sheet, the bottom end of the detection column (8) is fixedly connected with a bottom limit column (10), the bottom limit column (10) is provided with a second iron sheet, the first iron sheet is fitted with the second iron sheet, and the alarm (7) sounds an alarm.

2. The ice maker with a water level detection device as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The water inlet pipe (11) of the ice maker body (1) is equipped with a water pump (12), and the water inlet pipe (11) is connected to the water tank (3) via a hose (13).

3. The ice making machine with a water level detection device as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: A first magnetic attraction sheet (14) is provided at the top of the water tank (3), and a second magnetic attraction sheet (15) matching the first magnetic attraction sheet (14) is provided in the water tank installation cavity (2).

4. The ice making machine with a water level detection device as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The water tank (3) is provided with a handle (16).