Storage platform, machine head and integrated cooker

By designing the installation board, fixing board and clamping structure in the integrated stove, the stable connection and flexible disassembly of the bearing board are achieved, which solves the cumbersome and stable problems of the integrated stove in the existing technology, and improves the convenience of replacing the internal components and Stability.

CN222335450UActive Publication Date: 2025-01-10ZHEJIANG YITIAN INTELLIGENT KITCHEN ELECTRICITY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202420945879.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-04-30
Publication Date
2025-01-10
Estimated Expiration
2034-04-30

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Technical Problem

When replacing the lighting, the roof panel needs to be removed. The process is cumbersome and it is easy to damage the sealant between the machine head and the cabinet, affecting stability.

Method used

A storage platform is designed to achieve a stable connection and flexible disassembly of the first bearing plate through the installation plate, the fixing plate and the clamping structure, and the combination of snap and clamping parts, thereby reducing wear during the disassembly.

Benefits of technology

It improves the convenience of the storage platform, reduces wear between devices, and avoids the cumbersome operation and stability impacts during frequent disassembly.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a storage platform, a machine head and an integrated cooker, which are applied to the integrated cooker and comprise a first bearing plate, a mounting plate, a clamping structure, a first fixing plate and a second fixing plate, the mounting plate comprises a first surface facing a first direction; the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are located on the side corresponding to the first face and oppositely arranged at the two ends of the mounting plate. The clamping structure comprises a first buckle and a first clamping piece; the first buckle is arranged on the second surface of the first bearing plate; the first clamping piece is arranged on the first surface; the first bearing plate is clamped to the first face of the mounting plate through the first buckle and the first clamping piece, and the two sides of the first bearing plate are fixed through the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate. And connection is carried out through the clamping structures, so that the first bearing plate is convenient to disassemble, the convenience of the storage platform is effectively improved, and abrasion between devices in the frequent disassembly process is reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to the field of household appliances, and in particular to a storage platform, a machine head and an integrated stove. Background Art

[0002] Integrated stove is a multifunctional household appliance that integrates disinfection cabinet, range hood, gas stove, steam oven, etc. It has the advantages of saving space, improving kitchen cleanliness, energy saving and environmental protection.

[0003] The integrated stove usually has an integrated stove head at the rear of the gas stove. A light box is installed on the integrated stove head, and a top plate is installed on the top of the light box. The top plate can also be used as a storage table for the integrated stove to place some kitchen utensils.

[0004] Since the lamp and other components are installed inside the lamp box, the top plate needs to be removed for replacement when the lamp needs to be replaced. In the prior art, the top plate of the integrated stove is usually fixed by a bracket with screws on the back of the head. During the removal of the top plate, the entire head needs to be removed from the integrated stove, which is not only cumbersome to operate, but also damages the sealant between the head of the integrated stove and the cabinet, affecting the stability of the integrated stove. Summary of the invention

[0005] In order to solve the defect of cumbersome top plate disassembly in the prior art, the present invention provides a storage platform, a machine head and an integrated stove. The technical solution of the present invention is as follows:

[0006] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides a storage platform, which is applied to an integrated stove and includes a first receiving plate, a mounting plate, a clamping structure, a first fixing plate, and a second fixing plate;

[0007] The mounting plate includes a first surface facing in a first direction;

[0008] The first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are located on a side corresponding to the first surface and are arranged oppositely at two ends of the mounting plate;

[0009] The clamping structure includes a first clamp and a first clamping member; the first clamp is arranged on the second surface of the first receiving plate; the first clamp is arranged on the first surface;

[0010] The first receiving plate is clamped to the first surface of the mounting plate through the first buckle and the first clamping member, and the first receiving plate is fixed on both sides through the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate.

[0011] In some possible embodiments, the first buckle includes a first guide portion and a first base portion;

[0012] One end of the first base portion is disposed on the second surface, and the other end of the first base portion is connected to the first guide portion;

[0013] A preset angle is formed between the first guide portion and the first base portion, and a clamping space is formed between the first base portion and the first receiving plate, and a thickness of the clamping space is less than or equal to a thickness of the first clamping member.

[0014] In some possible embodiments, the clamping structure further includes a second clamping member;

[0015] The second clamping member is arranged on the first surface and at a position where the first surface contacts the first receiving plate, and the second clamping member and the first clamping member abut against each other.

[0016] In some possible embodiments, the snap-fit ​​structure further includes a second snap buckle;

[0017] The second buckle is arranged on the second surface;

[0018] The first fixing plate is provided with a first opening at a position corresponding to the second buckle, and the first receiving plate is clamped on the first fixing plate through the second buckle and the first opening;

[0019] And / or, the snap-fit ​​structure further includes a third snap buckle;

[0020] The third buckle is arranged on the second surface;

[0021] The second fixing plate is provided with a second opening at a position corresponding to the third buckle, and the first receiving plate is clamped on the second fixing plate through the third buckle and the second opening.

[0022] In some possible embodiments, the storage platform further includes a fastening component;

[0023] The first receiving plate is fixedly connected to the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate via a fastening assembly.

[0024] In some possible embodiments, the fastening assembly includes a screw;

[0025] The first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are respectively provided with mounting holes, and the first receiving plate is fixed to the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate through screws and the mounting holes.

[0026] In some possible embodiments, the fastening assembly further includes a first isolating member and a second isolating member;

[0027] The screw passes through the first isolating member, the first receiving plate and the second isolating member in sequence and is connected with the mounting hole.

[0028] In some possible embodiments, the storage platform further includes a second receiving plate;

[0029] The second receiving plate is installed on the first surface; the second receiving plate is fixed on both sides by the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate, and is arranged at an end opposite to the first receiving plate;

[0030] The second receiving plate, the mounting plate, the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate together form a cavity.

[0031] In some possible embodiments, a third opening is provided on the second receiving plate, a lamp box is installed at the third opening, and a main body of the lamp box is provided inside the cavity.

[0032] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides a machine head, on which is provided a storage platform as in the first aspect.

[0033] In a third aspect, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides an integrated stove, including a main unit and a machine head, and the machine head is provided with a storage platform as described in any one of the first aspects.

[0034] The storage platform, machine head and integrated stove provided by the embodiments of the present disclosure have the following technical effects:

[0035] The mounting plate, the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate can be used to stably set up a first receiving plate for placing objects, and the first receiving plate and the mounting plate are connected by a relatively flexible snap-on structure, so that the first receiving plate can be easily disassembled while ensuring the stability of the installation. When the internal components of the storage platform need to be replaced, it is only necessary to move the first receiving plate, thereby effectively improving the convenience of the storage platform and reducing the wear between components caused by frequent disassembly.

[0036] It is to be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the present disclosure. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0037] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present disclosure or the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the prior art descriptions are briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present disclosure. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0038] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of a storage platform provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0039] Figure 2 is a structural schematic diagram of a second surface 11 of a first receiving plate 1 provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0040] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of a clamping structure provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0041] Figure 4 is a side view of a first buckle 51 provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0042] Figure 5 is a left side view of a first buckle 51 provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0043] Figure 6 is a side view of a second buckle 54 provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0044] Figure 7 It is a left view of a storage platform for installing a fastening assembly provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0045] Figure 8 is a rear view of a nose provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0046] Fig. 9 is a left side view of a nose provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0047] Fig.10 is a top view of a nose provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0048] Fig.11 It is a structural schematic diagram of an integrated stove provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0049] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present disclosure to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present disclosure. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present disclosure, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present disclosure, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the present disclosure.

[0050] It should be noted that the terms "first", "second", etc. in the specification and claims of the present disclosure and the above-mentioned drawings are used to distinguish similar objects, and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that the data used in this way can be interchangeable where appropriate, so that the embodiments of the present disclosure described herein can be implemented in an order other than those illustrated or described herein. In addition, the terms "including" and "having" and any variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions, for example, a process, method, system, product, or server that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units clearly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not clearly listed or inherent to these processes, methods, products, or devices.

[0051] An exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure provides a storage platform, which is applied to an integrated stove, such as Figure 1As shown, the storage platform includes a first receiving plate 1, a mounting plate 2, a clamping structure, a first fixing plate 3 and a second fixing plate 4. The mounting plate 2 includes a first surface 21 facing a first direction. The first fixing plate 3 and the second fixing plate 4 are located on one side corresponding to the first surface and are arranged at two ends of the mounting plate 2 opposite to each other.

[0052] The first direction can be any direction. In this embodiment, the direction toward the user is preferably the first direction. The specific direction can be selected according to the actual situation and is not particularly limited here. In this embodiment, the material of the above-mentioned plate is also not limited. It can be selected according to the actual application scenario. Generally, for the sake of neatness and convenience of placing things, the first receiving plate can be preferably made of glass.

[0053] In the storage platform provided in this embodiment, the first receiving plate 1 can be used to place items. In order to ensure that the first receiving plate 1 can be firmly installed to more safely realize the function of carrying items, the first receiving plate 1 is fixed by a clamping structure in this embodiment. Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the clamping structure specifically includes a first clamp 51 and a first clamping member 52, the first clamp 51 is arranged on the second surface 11 of the first receiving plate 1, and the first clamping member 52 is arranged on the first surface 21. The first receiving plate 1 is clamped to the first surface 21 of the mounting plate 2 by the first clamp 51 and the first clamping member 52, and the first receiving plate 1 is fixed on both sides by the first fixing plate 3 and the second fixing plate 4.

[0054] The second surface 11 may be a surface facing the mounting plate 2, the first fixing plate 3 and the second fixing plate 4, or a surface in contact with the mounting plate 2, which is not particularly limited in this embodiment and may be selected according to actual conditions. It is understandable that if the first receiving plate 1 is disposed on the upper part of the mounting plate 2, the second surface 11 is the bottom surface of the first receiving plate 1, and if the first receiving plate 1 is disposed on the lower part of the mounting plate 2, the second surface 11 is the top surface of the first receiving plate 1.

[0055] In this embodiment, the first receiving plate 1 for placing objects can be stably erected by combining the mounting plate 2, the first fixing plate 3 and the second fixing plate 4, and the first receiving plate 1 and the mounting plate 2 are connected by a snap-on structure, so that the first receiving plate 1 can be easily disassembled while ensuring the stability of the installation. When the internal components of the storage platform need to be replaced, it is only necessary to move the first receiving plate 1, thereby effectively improving the convenience of the storage platform and reducing the wear between components caused by frequent disassembly.

[0056] In some possible embodiments, Figure 4As shown, the first buckle 51 includes a first guide portion 511 and a first base portion 512, one end of the first base portion 512 is disposed on the second surface 11, and the other end of the first base portion 512 is connected to the first guide portion 511. The first guide portion 511 and the first base portion 512 may be elastically connected, and the first guide portion 511 may clamp the first clamping member 52 between the first buckle 51 and the first receiving plate 1 within the elastic range of motion.

[0057] In order to facilitate the first buckle 51 and the first clamping member 52 to be clamped together, Figure 5 As shown, there is a preset angle 513 between the first guide portion 511 and the first base portion 512. The first guide portion 511 can guide the first clip 51 when the first receiving plate 1 is pushed close to the mounting plate 2 for clipping. The preset angle design also makes it easier for the first clip to enter between the first base portion 512 and the first receiving plate 1 to form a clamping space 514. The thickness of the clamping space 514 is less than or equal to the thickness of the first clip 52, which can make the connection between the first clip 51 and the first clip 52 more secure.

[0058] The preset angle 513 and the clamping space 514 can be set according to actual conditions and are not particularly limited here.

[0059] In addition, the clamping member involved in this embodiment can be a folded edge fixed on the mounting plate 2, or a clamping member set at a specific position, etc., which can be selected according to the actual application scenario. However, in general, since the folded edge can be set to a longer length, it can provide a larger adjustment space for the buckle and the installation difficulty is smaller, so the folded edge is preferably used as the clamping member in this application.

[0060] In some possible embodiments, Figure 1 As shown, the clamping structure also includes a second clamping member 53, which is arranged on the first surface 21. In the process of clamping by the first buckle 51 and the first clamping member 52, in order to prevent the first buckle 51 from excessively extending forward during the advancement and fixation process, thereby causing wear of the mounting plate 2 or the first receiving plate 1, the second clamping member 53 is arranged at the position where the first surface 21 contacts the first receiving plate 1, so as to limit the first receiving plate 1 and prevent excessive advancement. In addition, the second clamping member 53 also abuts against the first clamping member 52 to limit the first clamping member 52.

[0061] In some possible embodiments, Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, the clamping structure further includes a second clamping buckle 54, which is disposed on the second surface 11. In order to facilitate the clamping of the second clamping buckle 54, the first fixing plate 3 is provided with a first opening 31 at a position corresponding to the second clamping buckle 54. During the clamping process of the first receiving plate 1, the second clamping buckle 54 can pass through the first opening 31 to clamp the first fixing plate 3 between the second clamping buckle 54 and the first receiving plate 1. The first receiving plate 1 is clamped on the first fixing plate 3 through the second clamping buckle 54 and the first opening 31.

[0062] In addition, the structure of the second buckle 54 is as follows Figure 6 As shown, it has a second guide portion 541 and a second base portion 542 similar to the first buckle 51. The functions of the second guide portion 541 and the second base portion 542 in the second buckle 54 are the same as the functions of the first guide portion 511 and the first base portion 512 in the first buckle 51, which will not be repeated here, and reference may be made to the contents of the first buckle 51.

[0063] In some possible embodiments, Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the clamping structure further includes a third clamp 55, which is disposed on the second surface 11. In order to facilitate the clamping of the third clamp 55, the second fixing plate 4 is provided with a first opening 31 at a position corresponding to the third clamp 55. During the clamping process of the first receiving plate 1, the third clamp 55 can pass through the first opening 31 to clamp the second fixing plate 4 between the third clamp 55 and the first receiving plate 1, and the first receiving plate 1 is clamped on the second fixing plate 4 through the third clamp 55 and the first opening 31.

[0064] In addition, the structure of the third buckle 55 is similar to that of the second buckle 54 , which will not be described here in detail, and reference may be made to the contents of the second buckle 54 .

[0065] In some possible embodiments, since the storage platform may be installed on a device that generates vibration during use in some usage scenarios, in order to make the installation of the first receiving plate 1 more secure and avoid the problem of loose clamping due to use, the storage platform also includes a fastening assembly, and the first receiving plate 1 is fixedly connected to the first fixing plate 3 and the second fixing plate 4 by the fastening assembly.

[0066] In a specific embodiment, Figure 7 As shown, the fastening assembly includes screws 61. To facilitate the installation of the screws 61, mounting holes 62 are provided on the first fixing plate 3 and the second fixing plate 4 respectively, and the first receiving plate 3 is fixed to the first fixing plate 3 and the second fixing plate 4 through the screws 61 and the mounting holes 62.

[0067] Among them, the mounting hole 62 is preferably M4 (a size of a mounting hole), which is not particularly limited in the present embodiment and can be selected according to actual conditions.

[0068] Based on the above-mentioned screws 61 and mounting holes 62, as Figure 7 As shown, the fastening assembly further includes a first isolating member 63 and a second isolating member 64. The first isolating member 63 is disposed between the screw 61 and the first receiving plate 1, and the second isolating member 64 is disposed between the screw 61 and the mounting hole 62. The screw 61 passes through the first isolating member 63, the first receiving plate 1, and the second isolating member 64 in sequence and is connected to the mounting hole 62.

[0069] As an optional implementation of the first isolating member 63, the first isolating member 63 may include a decorative ring 631 and a protective sleeve 632. The decorative ring 631 may make the screw 61 exposed outside more beautiful and at the same time may press the first receiving plate 1; the protective sleeve 632 may prevent the screw 61 from directly contacting the first receiving plate 1. The protective sleeve is preferably made of rubber. A circle of flange is set at one end of the protective sleeve 632 close to the screw 61 to press on the first receiving plate 1, so that the protective sleeve 632 can play a waterproof role after being pressed and squeezed by the decorative ring 631.

[0070] As an optional implementation of the second isolation member 64, the second isolation member 64 can specifically be an isolation pad, which can prevent the first receiving plate 1 from direct contact with the first fixed plate 3 or the second fixed plate 4, thereby avoiding possible damage to the first receiving plate 1 under gravity compression.

[0071] In some possible embodiments, Figure 1 As shown, the storage platform also includes a second receiving plate 7, which is installed on the first surface 21; the second receiving plate 7 is fixed on both sides by the first fixing plate 3 and the second fixing plate 4, and is arranged at the end opposite to the first receiving plate 1, and the second receiving plate 7, the mounting plate 2, the first fixing plate 3 and the second fixing plate 4 are surrounded to form a cavity, so as to place some required contents inside the storage platform.

[0072] In a specific embodiment, a third opening is provided on the second receiving plate 7, and a lamp box 71 is installed at the third opening, and the main body of the lamp box 71 is arranged inside the cavity. A lamp can be installed in the lamp box, and the opening where the lamp is installed is oriented to the outside of the cavity to provide a light source to the outside. On the other hand, since the main body of the lamp box is arranged inside the storage platform, the wiring of its related components will not affect the appearance of the storage platform. When the lamp needs to be replaced or the lamp box needs to be repaired, the first receiving plate 1 can be removed for replacement and repair by simply releasing the clamping structure, which is easy to operate.

[0073] An exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure also provides a head, see Figure 8-10 As shown, a storage platform as described in the previous embodiment is provided on the machine head.

[0074] An exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure also provides an integrated stove. Fig.11 As shown, the integrated stove includes a main unit 8 and a head 9, and a storage platform as described in the previous embodiment is provided on the head 9. During use, the storage platform can be used by users to place some kitchen utensils, such as oil and salt bottles, etc., and the built-in lamp in the storage platform can provide lighting for the gas stove during cooking.

[0075] In this embodiment, by providing such a storage platform, when the lamp needs to be replaced or the lamp box needs to be repaired, the first supporting plate can be removed for replacement and repair simply by releasing the clamping structure. The operation is simple and there is no need to remove the entire machine head from the integrated stove, thus avoiding wear of the sealing strip between the machine head and the cabinet during the disassembly process.

[0076] In a specific embodiment, the host 8 may include a gas stove 81 and a functional body 82. The functional body 82 may be an oven, a dishwasher, a steam-bake combination machine, etc., which is not particularly limited here and can be selected according to actual conditions.

[0077] It should be noted that the above-mentioned sequence of the embodiments of the present disclosure is for description only and does not represent the advantages and disadvantages of the embodiments. The above-mentioned specific embodiments of this specification are described. Other embodiments are within the scope of the appended claims. In some cases, the actions or steps recorded in the claims can be performed in an order different from that in the embodiments and still achieve the desired results. In addition, the processes depicted in the accompanying drawings do not necessarily require the specific order or continuous order shown to achieve the desired results. In some embodiments, multitasking and parallel processing are also possible or may be advantageous.

[0078] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, and the same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referenced to each other, and each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments.

[0079] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present disclosure and is not intended to limit the present disclosure. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present disclosure should be included in the protection scope of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A storage platform, characterized in that: Applied to integrated stoves, comprising a first receiving plate, a mounting plate, a clamping structure, a first fixing plate and a second fixing plate; The mounting plate includes a first surface facing a first direction; The first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are located on a side corresponding to the first surface and are arranged oppositely at two ends of the mounting plate; The clamping structure includes a first clamp and a first clamping member; the first clamp is arranged on the second surface of the first receiving plate; the first clamping member is arranged on the first surface; The first receiving plate is clamped to the first surface of the mounting plate through the first clamp and the first clamping member, and the first receiving plate is fixed on both sides by the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate.

2. The storage platform according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first buckle includes a first guide portion and a first base portion; One end of the first base portion is disposed on the second surface, and the other end of the first base portion is connected to the first guide portion; A preset angle is formed between the first guide portion and the first base portion, a clamping space is formed between the first base portion and the first receiving plate, and a thickness of the clamping space is less than or equal to a thickness of the first clamping member.

3. The storage platform according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping structure further includes a second clamping member; The second clamping member is disposed on the first surface and at a position where the first surface contacts the first receiving plate, and the second clamping member and the first clamping member abut against each other.

4. The storage platform according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping structure further includes a second buckle; The second buckle is arranged on the second surface; The first fixing plate is provided with a first opening at a position corresponding to the second buckle, and the first receiving plate is clamped on the first fixing plate through the second buckle and the first opening; And / or, the snap-fit ​​structure further includes a third snap buckle; The third buckle is arranged on the second surface; The second fixing plate is provided with a second opening at a position corresponding to the third buckle, and the first receiving plate is buckled on the second fixing plate through the third buckle and the second opening.

5. The storage platform according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage platform also includes a fastening assembly; The first receiving plate is fixedly connected to the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate via a fastening assembly.

6. The storage platform according to claim 5, characterized in that: The fastening assembly includes a screw; The first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are respectively provided with mounting holes, and the first receiving plate is fixed to the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate through the screws and the mounting holes.

7. The storage platform according to claim 6, characterized in that: The fastening assembly further includes a first spacer and a second spacer; The screw passes through the first isolating member, the first receiving plate and the second isolating member in sequence and is connected to the mounting hole.

8. The storage platform according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage platform also includes a second receiving plate; The second receiving plate is installed on the first surface; the second receiving plate is fixed at both sides by the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate, and is arranged at an end opposite to the first receiving plate; The second receiving plate, the mounting plate, the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate together form a cavity.

9. The storage platform according to claim 8, characterized in that: The second receiving plate is provided with a third opening, a lamp box is installed at the third opening, and a main body of the lamp box is arranged inside the cavity.

10. A machine head, characterized in that: The machine head is provided with a storage platform as described in any one of claims 1-9.

11. An integrated stove, characterized in that: The machine comprises a main body and a head, wherein the head is provided with a storage platform as described in any one of claims 1-9.