Beverage preparation machine and cleaning system thereof

Abstract

The utility model discloses a cleaning system of a beverage preparation machine, which comprises a first cleaning pipeline which comprises a first water outlet end used for being connected with an input end of a beverage conveying pipeline of the beverage preparation machine so as to convey clean water to the beverage conveying pipeline; the second cleaning pipeline is arranged to be connected with the input end of the beverage conveying pipeline so as to convey a cleaning agent to the beverage conveying pipeline; and the supercharging device is arranged on the second cleaning pipeline, and the first cleaning pipeline further comprises a second water outlet end connected with the input end of the supercharging device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a beverage preparation machine, and more specifically, to a beverage preparation machine and a cleaning system thereof. Background Art

[0002] Modulated beverages are widely loved by consumers due to their good taste. Currently, automatic beverage preparation equipment has begun to appear on the market. During the use of beverage preparation equipment, materials will remain in the pipes, and the pipes need to be cleaned regularly. Existing equipment is complicated to disassemble and clean. Utility Model Content

[0003] The embodiment of the utility model provides a beverage preparation machine and a cleaning system thereof, which can realize automatic cleaning and save energy consumption.

[0004] The present invention provides a cleaning system for a beverage preparation machine, comprising:

[0005] a first cleaning pipeline, comprising a first water outlet end for connecting to an input end of a beverage delivery pipeline of the beverage preparation machine to deliver clean water to the beverage delivery pipeline;

[0006] a second cleaning pipeline, configured to be connectable to an input end of the beverage delivery pipeline to deliver a cleaning agent to the beverage delivery pipeline; and

[0007] The boosting device is arranged in the second cleaning pipeline, and the first cleaning pipeline also includes a second water outlet connected to the input end of the boosting device.

[0008] In an exemplary embodiment, the first cleaning line and the second cleaning line are both provided with a one-way valve located upstream of the boosting device.

[0009] In an exemplary embodiment, the first cleaning pipeline and the second cleaning pipeline are both provided with a control valve located upstream of the one-way valve for controlling the opening and closing of the first cleaning pipeline and the second cleaning pipeline.

[0010] In an exemplary embodiment, the second cleaning pipeline includes a plurality of first delivery pipe sections and a second delivery pipe section, the plurality of first delivery pipe sections are connected in parallel, and the output ends of the plurality of first delivery pipe sections are all connected to the input end of the second delivery pipe section;

[0011] Any of the first delivery pipe sections is a disinfectant water supply pipe section, a descaling agent supply pipe section or a multifunctional water supply pipe section, and each of the first delivery pipe sections is provided with the control valve, and the one-way valve and the boosting device are arranged in the second delivery pipe section.

[0012] In an exemplary embodiment, the cleaning system further comprises a plurality of storage boxes for storing different cleaning agents, and the input ends of the plurality of first delivery pipe sections are respectively connected to the plurality of storage boxes in a one-to-one correspondence;

[0013] The input end of the first cleaning pipeline is configured to be connected to a water source.

[0014] In an exemplary embodiment, the cleaning system further comprises a flow meter for monitoring the flow rates of the first cleaning pipeline and the second cleaning pipeline, and the flow meter is disposed downstream of the boosting device.

[0015] An embodiment of the present application also provides a beverage preparation machine, comprising: a machine body and an ingredient container, the machine body comprising a beverage delivery pipeline, a discharge port and a cleaning system as described in any of the above embodiments, the output end of the beverage delivery pipeline is connected to the discharge port, the input end of the beverage delivery pipeline is configured to be detachably connected to the ingredient container when the beverage preparation machine is in an operating mode, and to be detachably connected to a first water outlet end of the first cleaning pipeline and an output end of the second cleaning pipeline when the beverage preparation machine is in a cleaning mode.

[0016] In an exemplary embodiment, the machine body further comprises a cleaning input interface, the input end of the second cleaning pipeline is detachably connected to the cleaning input interface, and the cleaning input interface is configured to be connectable to a storage box storing cleaning agent.

[0017] In an exemplary embodiment, the beverage delivery pipeline includes a plurality of supply pipelines arranged in parallel, and each of the plurality of supply pipelines is provided with a delivery pump.

[0018] In an exemplary embodiment, the machine body also includes multiple cleaning output interfaces, the first water outlet end of the first cleaning pipeline and the output end of the second cleaning pipeline are both connected to each of the cleaning output interfaces, and the input ends of the multiple supply pipelines are arranged to be detachably connected to the multiple cleaning output interfaces one by one when the beverage preparation machine is in cleaning mode.

[0019] The embodiment of the utility model can automatically clean the beverage delivery pipeline by setting up a cleaning system to connect the beverage delivery pipeline with the cleaning system, without having to disassemble the beverage delivery pipeline for cleaning; at the same time, the cleaning system sets a first cleaning pipeline for conveying clean water to clean the beverage delivery pipeline, and a second cleaning pipeline for conveying a cleaning agent to clean the beverage delivery pipeline. In addition, the first cleaning pipeline is provided with two output ends, and when the water pressure of the first cleaning pipeline is sufficient, the beverage delivery pipeline can be directly cleaned without turning on the booster device; when the water pressure of the first cleaning pipeline is insufficient, the booster device is started for booster cleaning, thereby saving energy consumption.

[0020] Other features and advantages of the utility model will be described in the following description, and partly become apparent from the description, or understood by implementing the utility model. The purpose and other advantages of the utility model can be realized and obtained through the structures particularly pointed out in the description and the drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] The accompanying drawings are used to provide a further understanding of the technical solution of the utility model and constitute a part of the specification. Together with the embodiments of the present application, they are used to explain the technical solution of the utility model and do not constitute a limitation on the technical solution of the utility model.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a view of the pipe connection between the cleaning system and the beverage supply pipe of the embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a pipe connection diagram of a cleaning system according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 A partial view of a cleaning system according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a front view of the beverage preparation machine according to the embodiment of the present utility model. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the utility model more clear, the embodiments of the utility model will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present application can be combined with each other arbitrarily without conflict.

[0027] like Figure 1 As shown, an embodiment of the utility model provides a cleaning system S for a beverage preparation machine, comprising: a first cleaning pipeline 1, including a first water outlet 11 for connecting to the input end of the beverage delivery pipeline 3 of the beverage preparation machine 100 to deliver clean water to the beverage delivery pipeline 4; a second cleaning pipeline 2, configured to be connectable to the input end of the beverage delivery pipeline 4 to deliver a cleaning agent to the beverage delivery pipeline 4; a boosting device 3, disposed in the second cleaning pipeline 2, and the first cleaning pipeline 1 also includes a second water outlet 12 connected to the input end of the boosting device 3.

[0028] The embodiment of the utility model can be connected to the beverage delivery pipeline 4 by setting up a cleaning system S, so as to automatically clean the beverage delivery pipeline 4 without having to disassemble the beverage delivery pipeline 4 for cleaning; at the same time, the first cleaning pipeline 1 and the second cleaning pipeline 2 can transport different cleaning water to clean the beverage delivery pipeline 4, so that the cleanliness is high; in addition, the first cleaning pipeline 2 is provided with two output ends, and when the water pressure in the first cleaning pipeline 1 is sufficient, the beverage delivery pipeline 4 can be directly cleaned without turning on the booster device 3; when the water pressure in the first cleaning pipeline 1 is insufficient, the booster device 3 is started for booster cleaning, thereby saving energy consumption.

[0029] The first cleaning pipeline 1 is connected to a municipal water source or a pressurized water tank, which has a certain pressure. The clean water delivered by the first cleaning pipeline 1 can be tap water or purified water, etc. The cleaning agent delivered by the second cleaning pipeline 2 can be detergent, descaling agent, disinfectant, etc. Both the first cleaning pipeline 1 and the second cleaning pipeline 2 can deliver low-temperature water or high-temperature water.

[0030] like Figure 1 As shown, the first cleaning pipeline 1 and the second cleaning pipeline 2 are both provided with one-way valves 10 and 20 located upstream of the booster device 3. The one-way valves 10 and 20 are used to prevent the water in the first cleaning pipeline 1 and the second cleaning pipeline 2 from flowing back and causing pipeline pollution.

[0031] The first cleaning pipeline 1 and the second cleaning pipeline 2 are both provided with control valves 13 and 21 located upstream of the one-way valves 10 and 20 to control the on-off of the first cleaning pipeline 1 and the second cleaning pipeline 2. The setting of the control valves 13 and 21 can control the cleaning sequence of the first cleaning pipeline 1 and the second cleaning pipeline 2. Usually, after the cleaning agent of the second cleaning pipeline 2 is cleaned, the first cleaning pipeline 1 is used for cleaning. When the second cleaning pipeline 2 is cleaned, the control valve 13 is closed and the first cleaning pipeline 1 is disconnected; when the first cleaning pipeline 1 is cleaned, the control valve 21 is closed and the second cleaning pipeline 2 is disconnected.

[0032] like Figure 2 , Figure 3As shown, the second cleaning pipeline 2 includes a plurality of first delivery pipe sections 2a and a second delivery pipe section 2b, and a one-way valve 20 and a booster device 3 are arranged in the second delivery pipe section 2b. The plurality of first delivery pipe sections 2a are connected in parallel, and the output ends of the plurality of first delivery pipe sections 2b are connected to the input ends of the second delivery pipe section 2b. The plurality of first delivery pipe sections 2a include a disinfectant water supply pipe section 22a, a descaling agent supply pipe section 22b and a multifunctional water supply pipe section 22c, and each first delivery pipe section 2a is provided with a control valve 21. Among them, the disinfectant water supply pipe section 22a is used to transport disinfectant water to sterilize the pipeline; the descaling agent supply pipe section 22b is used to transport descaling agents to clean stubborn stains in the pipeline; the multifunctional water supply pipe section 22c is used to transport cleaning agents, deodorants, etc., for deep cleaning of the pipeline and removing odors, etc.

[0033] The cleaning system S of the embodiment of the utility model further includes a plurality of storage boxes 5 for storing different cleaning agents, and the input ends of the plurality of first delivery pipe sections 2a are respectively connected one-to-one with the plurality of storage boxes 5. The plurality of storage boxes 5 include a disinfectant water tank 51, a descaling agent tank 52, and a multifunctional water tank 53, which are respectively connected with the disinfectant water supply pipe section 22a, the descaling agent supply pipe section 22b, and the multifunctional water supply pipe section 22c.

[0034] When the second cleaning pipeline 2 is cleaned, the first cleaning pipeline 1 can be opened for preliminary cleaning, then the second cleaning pipeline 2 can be opened for cleaning, and finally the first cleaning pipeline 1 can be opened for cleaning again, and the cleaning is completed after reaching the drinking standard. When the second cleaning pipeline 2 is opened for cleaning, the descaling agent supply pipe section 22b is first used to clear the dirt in the pipeline, and then the multifunctional water pipe section 22c is used for deep cleaning to remove stains and odors, and finally the disinfectant water supply end 22a is used to disinfect and sterilize the pipeline.

[0035] like Figure 1 As shown, the cleaning system S of the embodiment of the utility model further includes a flow meter 6 for monitoring the flow of the first cleaning pipeline 1 and the second cleaning pipeline 2, and the flow meter 6 is arranged downstream of the booster device 5. The flow meter 6 can monitor whether the downstream is blocked or damaged, for example, when the downstream is blocked or the delivery pump is damaged, the flow meter 6 can display a flow rate less than the normal value, so as to facilitate timely maintenance.

[0036] like Figure 4 As shown, the embodiment of the present application further provides a beverage preparation machine 100, comprising: a machine body 7 and an ingredient container 8, the machine body 7 comprising the above-mentioned beverage delivery pipeline 4, the discharge port 71 and the cleaning system S described in any of the above-mentioned embodiments.

[0037] like Figure 1 , Figure 4As shown, the output end of the beverage delivery pipeline 4 is connected to the discharge port 70. The input end of the beverage delivery pipeline 4 is configured to be detachably connected to the ingredient container 8 when the beverage preparation machine 100 is in the working mode (i.e., when producing beverages), and to be detachably connected to the first water outlet end of the first cleaning pipeline 1 and the output end of the second cleaning pipeline 2 when the beverage preparation machine 100 is in the cleaning mode.

[0038] like Figure 1 As shown, the beverage delivery pipeline 4 includes a plurality of feed pipelines 41 arranged in parallel, and each of the plurality of feed pipelines 41 is provided with a delivery pump 42. The delivery pump 42 in this embodiment is a peristaltic pump. When cleaning the beverage delivery pipeline 4, the plurality of feed pipelines 41 can be cleaned one by one to provide sufficient cleaning pressure to ensure that each feed pipeline 41 can be cleaned, and to prevent all feed pipelines 41 from being cleaned at the same time, resulting in uneven cleaning pressure, and causing the problem that individual feed pipelines 41 are not cleaned cleanly.

[0039] like Figure 1 As shown, the machine body 7 further includes a cleaning input interface 71, and the input end of the second cleaning pipeline 2 is detachably connected to the cleaning input interface 71, and the cleaning input interface 71 is configured to be connected to the storage box 5. When the beverage preparation machine 100 is in the working mode, the cleaning system S and the storage box 5 storing the cleaning agent are removed to keep the table clean; when the beverage preparation machine 100 is in the cleaning mode, the cleaning system S is connected to the storage box 5 storing the cleaning agent through a pipeline through the cleaning input interface 71.

[0040] like Figure 1 As shown, the machine body 7 further includes a plurality of cleaning output interfaces 72, the first water outlet end 11 of the first cleaning pipeline 1 and the output end of the second cleaning pipeline 2 are both connected to each cleaning output interface 72, and the input ends of the plurality of feed pipelines 41 are arranged to be detachably connected to the plurality of cleaning output interfaces 72 one by one when the beverage preparation machine 100 is in the cleaning mode. The plurality of feed pipelines 41 are detachably connected to the cleaning output interfaces 72, so that the plurality of feed pipelines 41 can be quickly switched between the working mode and the cleaning mode.

[0041] like Figure 4 As shown, the machine body 7 is also provided with a display screen 73, which can display the type of beverage or QR code information, etc., and provide the user with control selection. The operating table of the machine body 7 is also provided with a sugar barrel 74 and a heat preservation barrel 75. The sugar barrel 74 can be used to hold liquid sugar (such as syrup, etc.) and can be transported to the discharge port 70 by a gear pump. The heat preservation barrel 75 is used to provide warm water and can be transported to the discharge port 70 by a delivery pump.

[0042] like Figure 1As shown, the cleaning system S of the embodiment of the present application further includes a cup washing pipeline 9, and the operating table of the machine body 7 is further provided with a cup washer 90. The input end of the cup washing pipeline 9 is connected to a water source, and the output end is connected to a rinsing sink where the cup washer 90 is located, so as to supply cleaning water to the rinsing sink of the cup washer 90. The cup washing pipeline 9 is provided with a control valve 91, which is used to control the on and off of the cup washing pipeline 9.

[0043] The cleaning system of the beverage preparation machine 100 provided in the embodiment of the present application can realize automatic cleaning of the material delivery pipeline 4, and the switching between the working mode and the cleaning mode is fast and convenient.

[0044] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "one side", "the other side", "one end", "the other end", "side", "relative", "four corners", "periphery", "'mouth'-shaped structure" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the structure referred to has a specific orientation, is constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0045] In the description of the embodiments of the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connection", "direct connection", "indirect connection", "fixed connection", "installation", and "assembly" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; the terms "installation", "connection", and "fixed connection" can be a direct connection, or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or the internal communication of two components. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present utility model can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0046] Although the implementation methods disclosed in the utility model are as above, the above contents are only implementation methods adopted to facilitate the understanding of the utility model, and are not used to limit the utility model. Any technician in the field to which the utility model belongs can make any modifications and changes in the form and details of implementation without departing from the spirit and scope disclosed in the utility model, but the scope of patent protection of the utility model shall still be defined by the attached claims.

Claims

1. A cleaning system for a beverage preparation machine, characterized in that: include: a first cleaning pipeline, comprising a first water outlet end for connecting to an input end of a beverage delivery pipeline of the beverage preparation machine to deliver clean water to the beverage delivery pipeline; a second cleaning pipeline, configured to be connectable to an input end of the beverage delivery pipeline to deliver a cleaning agent to the beverage delivery pipeline; and The boosting device is arranged in the second cleaning pipeline, and the first cleaning pipeline also includes a second water outlet connected to the input end of the boosting device.

2. The cleaning system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first cleaning pipeline and the second cleaning pipeline are both provided with a one-way valve located upstream of the boosting device.

3. The cleaning system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first cleaning pipeline and the second cleaning pipeline are both provided with a control valve located upstream of the one-way valve for controlling the opening and closing of the first cleaning pipeline and the second cleaning pipeline.

4. The cleaning system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second cleaning pipeline comprises a plurality of first delivery pipe sections and a second delivery pipe section, the plurality of first delivery pipe sections are connected in parallel, and the output ends of the plurality of first delivery pipe sections are all connected to the input end of the second delivery pipe section; Any of the first delivery pipe sections is a disinfectant water supply pipe section, a descaling agent supply pipe section or a multifunctional water supply pipe section, and each of the first delivery pipe sections is provided with the control valve, and the one-way valve and the boosting device are arranged in the second delivery pipe section.

5. The cleaning system according to claim 4, characterized in that: It also includes a plurality of storage boxes for storing different cleaning agents, and the input ends of the plurality of first delivery pipe sections are respectively connected to the plurality of storage boxes in a one-to-one correspondence; The input end of the first cleaning pipeline is configured to be connected to a water source.

6. The cleaning system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: It also includes a flow meter for monitoring the flow of the first cleaning pipeline and the second cleaning pipeline, and the flow meter is arranged downstream of the boosting device.

7. A beverage preparation machine, characterized in that: include: A machine body and an ingredient container, the machine body comprising a beverage delivery pipeline, a discharge port and a cleaning system as described in any one of claims 1 to 6, the output end of the beverage delivery pipeline is connected to the discharge port, the input end of the beverage delivery pipeline is configured to be detachably connected to the ingredient container when the beverage preparation machine is in an operating mode, and to be detachably connected to a first water outlet end of the first cleaning pipeline and an output end of the second cleaning pipeline when the beverage preparation machine is in a cleaning mode.

8. The beverage preparation machine according to claim 7, characterized in that: The machine body further comprises a cleaning input interface, the input end of the second cleaning pipeline is detachably connected to the cleaning input interface, and the cleaning input interface is configured to be connectable to a storage box storing cleaning agent.

9. The beverage preparation machine according to claim 7, characterized in that: The beverage delivery pipeline comprises a plurality of supply pipelines arranged in parallel, and each of the plurality of supply pipelines is provided with a delivery pump.

10. The beverage preparation machine according to claim 9, characterized in that: The machine body also includes multiple cleaning output interfaces, the first water outlet end of the first cleaning pipeline and the output end of the second cleaning pipeline are both connected to each of the cleaning output interfaces, and the input ends of the multiple feed pipelines are arranged to be detachably connected to the multiple cleaning output interfaces one by one when the beverage preparation machine is in cleaning mode.

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