Improved mounting structure of water inlet valve of washing machine

Abstract

The utility model provides an improved mounting structure of a water inlet valve of a washing machine, which comprises the water inlet valve and a control panel seat assembly, a baffle plate is arranged on the control panel seat assembly, and the baffle plate on the control panel seat assembly is manually operated or opened by a tool to form a mounting seat for mounting the water inlet valve. Specifically, a mounting seat of the water inlet valve is directly formed by utilizing a baffle which is preset on the control panel seat assembly and can be opened, so that the requirements of designing and manufacturing different molds for different types of water inlet valves are avoided, the production cost is remarkably reduced, and a single water inlet valve or a double water inlet valve can be selected for mounting according to customer requirements; the application range and the market competitiveness of the product are increased, the requirement for installing only one water inlet valve can be met, the requirement for installing cold and hot double water inlet valves can also be met, additional mold opening cost is not needed, and the mold opening cost is saved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of washing machines, in particular to an improved installation structure of a water inlet valve of a washing machine. Background Art

[0002] The washing machines on the market currently have single water inlet function and dual water inlet function. There may be different options according to the requirements of different countries, regions and customers. To achieve these different functions, it may be necessary to replace different molds, which will increase the mold cost.

[0003] Chinese patent document number CN213113976U disclosed a mounting structure of a washing machine water inlet valve in 2021, specifically disclosing a mounting structure for assembling the washing machine water inlet valve with a control panel seat, the mounting structure of the washing machine water inlet valve includes a clip, a snap-on groove and a mounting hole; the rear end of the clip is provided with an end cap, the front end of the clip is provided with at least two mutually separated and parallel elastic tongues, the root of the elastic tongue is connected to the end cap, and the head of the elastic tongue is provided with snap-on teeth corresponding to the snap-on groove; the snap-on groove is provided on the side of the water inlet valve; the mounting hole is provided through the rear side of the control panel seat; the clip is connected to the mounting hole and the snap-on groove and clamped, so that the water inlet valve and the control panel seat are snap-connected. In the above-mentioned disclosed patent documents, it is necessary to use additional accessories to fix the water inlet valve, and the manufacturing cost is high.

[0004] Therefore, further improvement is needed. Utility Model Content

[0005] Based on this, the purpose of the utility model is to provide an improved installation structure of the water inlet valve of the washing machine to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art. The installation structure is not only simple to operate and reliable in fixation, but also can choose single water inlet installation and double water inlet valve installation. It can meet the needs of customers who only require the installation of one water inlet valve, as well as customers who require the installation of hot and cold double water inlet valves. It does not require additional mold opening costs, thus saving mold opening costs.

[0006] An improved installation structure for a washing machine water inlet valve designed for this purpose includes a water inlet valve and a control disc seat assembly, wherein the control disc seat assembly is provided with a baffle, and the baffle on the control disc seat assembly is broken apart manually or with a tool to form a mounting seat for installing the water inlet valve.

[0007] The control disc seat assembly includes a disc seat and a control panel installed on the side of the disc seat, the control panel is provided with a first opening for installing the upper part of the water inlet valve, the disc seat is provided with a second opening for installing the lower part of the water inlet valve, and the first opening is arranged corresponding to the second opening.

[0008] The baffle is located on the first opening or the second opening, and the baffle on the first opening or the second opening is broken open manually or with a tool to form the first opening or the second opening.

[0009] A mounting seat for fixedly mounting the water inlet valve is formed between the first opening and the second opening. More than one mounting seat is provided, and the more than one mounting seat is evenly spaced along the length direction of the control disc seat assembly.

[0010] A plurality of thin ribs evenly spaced apart are provided between the baffle plate and the control plate, or between the baffle plate and the disk seat, and the baffle plate and the control plate, or between the baffle plate and the disk seat are an integrally formed structure.

[0011] The baffle is provided with a handle portion which can be opened by fingers or tools.

[0012] The water inlet valve is provided with a water inlet portion, and the first opening and the second opening are respectively provided with arc grooves for fixing the outer circumference of the water inlet portion.

[0013] The water inlet valve is provided with a limiting rib, and a concave platform matched with the limiting rib is formed between the first opening and the second opening.

[0014] The water inlet valve is provided with a fixing seat, and the control plate is provided with a first retaining rib extending downward, wherein the first retaining rib abuts against the top of the fixing seat.

[0015] The disc seat is provided with a limiting groove for the fixing seat to partially pass through, and a second retaining rib extending upward is provided on the side of the limiting groove, and the second retaining rib abuts against one side of the fixing seat.

[0016] The above embodiment provides an improved installation structure of a washing machine water inlet valve, including a water inlet valve and a control disc seat assembly, wherein a baffle is provided on the control disc seat assembly, and the baffle on the control disc seat assembly is opened by manual action or a tool to form a mounting seat for installing the water inlet valve. Specifically, by directly forming the mounting seat of the water inlet valve using the pre-set openable baffle on the control disc seat assembly, the need to design and manufacture different molds for different types of water inlet valves is avoided, and the production cost is significantly reduced. The installation of a single water inlet valve or a double water inlet valve can be selected according to customer needs, which increases the scope of application and market competitiveness of the product, and can meet the needs of customers who only require the installation of one water inlet valve, as well as customers who require the installation of a hot and cold double water inlet valve, without the need for additional mold opening costs, thus saving mold opening costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] The drawings constituting a part of the present application are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and the description thereof are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation on the present invention.

[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0019] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the water inlet valve and the control disc seat assembly in one embodiment of the utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Section view along AA direction.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a structural view of the control panel and baffle in one embodiment of the utility model.

[0022] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point D in the middle.

[0023] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the disc seat, control plate and baffle in one embodiment of the utility model.

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water inlet valve in one embodiment of the utility model.

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water inlet valve in another direction in one embodiment of the utility model.

[0026] Figure 8 It is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the disc seat and the water inlet valve in one embodiment of the utility model.

[0027] Fig. 9 for Figure 8 Enlarged view of point E in the middle.

[0028] Fig.10 It is a cross-sectional view of the assembly structure of the water inlet valve and the control disc seat assembly in one embodiment of the utility model.

[0029] Fig.11 for Fig.10 Enlarged view of point F in the middle. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] In order to make the above-mentioned purposes, features and advantages of the utility model more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the utility model are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the utility model. However, the utility model can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar improvements without violating the connotation of the utility model, so the utility model is not limited by the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0031] like Figure 1-Figure 11 As shown, an improved installation structure of a washing machine water inlet valve is provided, including a water inlet valve 1 and a control disc seat assembly 2, wherein a baffle 3 is provided on the control disc seat assembly 2, and the baffle 3 on the control disc seat assembly 2 is opened by manual action or tools to form a mounting seat 4 for installing the water inlet valve 1.

[0032] Specifically, by utilizing the preset detachable baffle on the control panel seat assembly 2 to directly form the mounting seat 4 of the water inlet valve 1, the need to design and manufacture different molds for different types of water inlet valves is avoided, significantly reducing the production cost. The installation of a single or double water inlet valve can be selected according to customer needs, increasing the product's scope of application and market competitiveness, and can satisfy both customers who only require the installation of one water inlet valve and customers who require the installation of double cold and hot water inlet valves. No additional mold opening costs are required, saving the cost of mold opening.

[0033] Therefore, the baffle 3 on the control panel seat assembly 2 is closed when leaving the factory. As needed, the operator can manually or use tools to pry open the baffle to form one or two (depending on the requirements of a single water inlet or double water inlet valve) mounting seats 4, and the water inlet valve 1 can then be directly installed in these open mounting seats 4.

[0034] Further, if Figure 5 , Figure 8 and Fig. 9 As shown, the control disk seat assembly 2 includes a disk seat 201 and a control panel 202 installed on the side of the disk seat 201, the control panel 202 is provided with a first opening 2021 for installing the upper part of the water inlet valve 1, and the disk seat 201 is provided with a second opening 2011 for installing the lower part of the water inlet valve 1, and the first opening 2021 is arranged corresponding to the second opening 2011.

[0035] Specifically, the first opening 2021 and the second opening 2011 are used to accommodate and fix the upper and lower parts of the water inlet valve 1, which not only makes the installation of the water inlet valve 1 more convenient, but also enhances the stability of the overall structure; when installing the water inlet valve, first align and insert the lower part of the water inlet valve 1 into the second opening 2011, and then cover the control panel 202 on the disc base 201, so that the first opening 2021 fixes the upper part of the water inlet valve 1 to complete the installation of the water inlet valve 1, thereby enabling quick and accurate installation and reducing assembly errors.

[0036] Further, if Figure 5 , Figure 8 and Fig. 9 As shown, the baffle 3 is located on the first opening 2021 or the second opening 2011, and the baffle 3 on the first opening 2021 or the second opening 2011 is opened manually or with a tool to form the first opening 2021 or the second opening 2011.

[0037] Specifically, the baffle 3 covers the first opening 2021 or the second opening 2011, and plays the role of initial protection and adjustment of the opening and closing of the channel, and can protect the internal structure from the invasion of dust and other foreign objects before the water inlet valve 1 is installed; the baffle 3 can be operated manually or with the help of tools. Before the water inlet valve 1 is installed, the operator can choose to manually or with the help of tools to pry open the baffle 3, thereby forming or opening the first opening 2021 or the second opening 2011, so that the product can adapt to different operating environments and user needs during installation; once the baffle 3 is pried open, the corresponding opening will be exposed, allowing the corresponding part (upper side or lower side) of the water inlet valve 1 to be installed inside, simplifying the assembly process and improving efficiency.

[0038] Further, if Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown, a mounting seat 4 for fixing and mounting the water inlet valve 1 is formed between the first opening 2021 and the second opening 2011 . More than one mounting seat 4 is provided, and the more than one mounting seat 4 is evenly spaced along the length direction of the control panel seat assembly 2 .

[0039] Specifically, the mounting seat 4 formed between the first opening 2021 and the second opening 2011 is used to fix the water inlet valve 1, so that the water inlet valve 1 is firmly installed inside the washing machine; when the user needs a single cold water inlet, only one water inlet valve can be installed; if hot and cold water inlets are needed, two water inlet valves can be installed, one for cold water and the other for hot water, respectively, so that the control disc seat assembly 2 is configured with different numbers of water inlet valves 1, which can reduce production and inventory costs, while increasing the product's adaptability to different markets.

[0040] Further, if Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, a plurality of thin ribs 301 evenly spaced apart are provided between the baffle plate 3 and the control plate 202, or between the baffle plate 3 and the disk seat 201, and the baffle plate 3 and the control plate 202, or between the baffle plate 3 and the disk seat 201 are an integrally formed structure.

[0041] Specifically, the baffle plate 3 has thin ribs 301 , so that the user can more easily pry open the baffle plate 3 , making the installation process of the water inlet valve 1 simpler and more direct.

[0042] Further, if Figure 4 As shown, the baffle 3 is provided with a handle portion 302 for being opened by fingers or tools.

[0043] Specifically, the provision of the handle portion 302 allows the user to easily pry open the baffle 3 with fingers or tools.

[0044] Specifically, the water inlet valve 1 is provided with a water inlet portion 101 , and the first opening 2021 and the second opening 2011 are respectively provided with arc-shaped grooves 2 b for fixing the outer circumference of the water inlet portion 101 .

[0045] Specifically, the arc-shaped groove 2b can accurately position the water inlet valve 1 and reduce the possibility of vibration and displacement.

[0046] Further, if Figure 5 and Fig. 9 As shown, a limiting rib 102 is provided on the water inlet valve 1, and a concave platform 2c cooperating with the limiting rib 102 is formed between the first opening 2021 and the second opening 2011.

[0047] Specifically, the matching design of the limiting rib 102 and the concave platform 2c ensures the precise positioning of the water inlet valve 1 during the installation process to prevent displacement.

[0048] Further, if Fig.11 As shown, a fixing seat 103 is provided on the water inlet valve 1 , and a first retaining rib 2022 extending downward is provided on the control plate 202 , and the first retaining rib 2022 abuts against the top of the fixing seat 103 .

[0049] Specifically, the first retaining rib 2022 is provided to extend downward and abut against the top of the fixing seat 103, forming an additional mechanical support, which helps to fix the water inlet valve 1 and prevent it from shifting due to vibration or external force during the operation of the washing machine.

[0050] Further, if Fig. 9 and Fig.11 As shown, the disc base 201 is provided with a limiting groove 2012 for the fixing base 103 to partially pass through, and a second retaining rib 2013 extending upward is provided on the side of the limiting groove 2012 , and the second retaining rib 2013 abuts against one side of the fixing base 103 .

[0051] Specifically, the limiting groove 2012 provides a precise channel for the fixing seat 103 so that part of it can pass through and be positioned, and the second retaining rib 2013 is configured to extend upward and abut against one side of the fixing seat 103, providing additional lateral support for the water inlet valve 1, ensuring its stability during operation and preventing lateral movement.

[0052] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" 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 referred device or element must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0053] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features. In the description of the present utility model, the meaning of "plurality" is at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0054] In the present invention, unless otherwise clearly defined and specified, the terms "installed", "connected", "connected", "fixed" and the like should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements, unless otherwise clearly defined. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0055] In the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Moreover, a first feature being "above", "above" or "above" a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below", "below" or "below" a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0056] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "disposed on" another element, it may be directly on the other element or there may be a central element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it may be directly connected to the other element or there may be a central element at the same time. The terms "vertical", "horizontal", "upper", "lower", "left", "right" and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to be the only implementation method.

[0057] It should also be understood that when explaining the connection relationship or positional relationship of elements, although not explicitly described, the connection relationship and positional relationship are interpreted as including an error range, which should be within the acceptable deviation range of a specific value determined by those skilled in the art. For example, "approximately", "approximately" or "substantially" may mean within one or more standard deviations, which are not limited here.

[0058] The technical features of the above embodiments may be combined arbitrarily. To make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0059] The above embodiments only express several implementation methods of the utility model, and the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they cannot be understood as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be pointed out that for ordinary technicians in this field, several modifications and improvements can be made without departing from the concept of the utility model, which all belong to the protection scope of the utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of the utility model patent shall be based on the attached claims.

Claims

1. An improved installation structure of a washing machine water inlet valve, characterized in that: The invention comprises a water inlet valve (1) and a control disc seat assembly (2), wherein a baffle plate (3) is provided on the control disc seat assembly (2), and the baffle plate (3) on the control disc seat assembly (2) is opened by manual action or by using a tool to form a mounting seat (4) for mounting the water inlet valve (1).

2. The improved installation structure of the washing machine water inlet valve according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The control disc seat assembly (2) comprises a disc seat (201) and a control panel (202) mounted on the side of the disc seat (201); the control panel (202) is provided with a first opening (2021) for mounting the upper part of the water inlet valve (1); the disc seat (201) is provided with a second opening (2011) for mounting the lower part of the water inlet valve (1); the first opening (2021) is arranged corresponding to the second opening (2011).

3. The improved installation structure of the washing machine water inlet valve according to claim 2 is characterized in that: The baffle (3) is located on the first opening (2021) or the second opening (2011); the baffle (3) on the first opening (2021) or the second opening (2011) is opened manually or with a tool to form the first opening (2021) or the second opening (2011).

4. The improved installation structure of the washing machine water inlet valve according to claim 2 is characterized in that: A mounting seat (4) for fixedly mounting the water inlet valve (1) is formed between the first opening (2021) and the second opening (211), and more than one mounting seat (4) is provided, and the more than one mounting seat (4) is evenly spaced along the length direction of the control panel seat assembly (2).

5. The improved installation structure of the washing machine water inlet valve according to claim 2 is characterized in that: A plurality of thin ribs (301) arranged at even intervals are provided between the baffle plate (3) and the control plate (202), or between the baffle plate (3) and the disk seat (201); the baffle plate (3) and the control plate (202), or between the baffle plate (3) and the disk seat (201) are an integrally formed structure.

6. The improved installation structure of the washing machine water inlet valve according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The baffle (3) is provided with a handle portion (302) that can be opened by fingers or tools.

7. The improved installation structure of the washing machine water inlet valve according to claim 2 is characterized in that: The water inlet valve (1) is provided with a water inlet portion (101), and the first opening (2021) and the second opening (211) are respectively provided with arc-shaped grooves (2b) for fixing the outer circumference of the water inlet portion (101).

8. The improved installation structure of the washing machine water inlet valve according to claim 2 is characterized in that: The water inlet valve (1) is provided with a limiting rib (102), and a concave platform (2c) cooperating with the limiting rib (102) is formed between the first opening (2021) and the second opening (2011).

9. The improved installation structure of the washing machine water inlet valve according to claim 2, characterized in that: The water inlet valve (1) is provided with a fixing seat (103), and the control plate (202) is provided with a first retaining rib (2022) extending downward, wherein the first retaining rib (2022) abuts against the top of the fixing seat (103).

10. The improved installation structure of the washing machine water inlet valve according to claim 9, characterized in that: The disc seat (201) is provided with a limiting groove (2012) for the fixing seat (103) to partially pass through, and a second retaining rib (2013) extending upward is provided on the side of the limiting groove (2012), and the second retaining rib (2013) abuts against one side of the fixing seat (103).

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