Flat plate heating structure of steaming and baking module and cooking equipment

By designing a flat heating structure on the steaming and baking module of the kitchen cooking equipment, and using microcrystalline glass to block the heating pipe and the top of the cavity, the cleaning problems and aesthetic problems caused by the exposed heating pipe in the prior art are solved, and the heat utilization efficiency is improved.

CN222828449UActive Publication Date: 2025-05-06VATTI CORP LTD
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Application Number
CN202421645580.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-11
Publication Date
2025-05-06
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-11

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Technical Problem

The heating pipe on the steaming and baking module of the existing kitchen cooking equipment is exposed, making it difficult to clean the oil and stains after cooking, and the overall effect is not beautiful.

Method used

A flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module is designed. Through the combination of a reflective cover, heating tube and microcrystalline glass, the microcrystalline glass blocks the heating tube and the top of the cavity to form a vacuum insulation space to improve heat utilization efficiency.

Benefits of technology

It effectively avoids oil stains and stains after cooking to adhere to the top of the heating pipe and cavity, improves cleaning convenience and improves overall aesthetics, and improves heat utilization efficiency through vacuum insulation space.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a flat plate heating structure of a steaming and baking module and cooking equipment. The flat plate heating structure comprises a reflecting cover, a heating pipe and microcrystalline glass which are sequentially arranged from top to bottom. The reflecting cover comprises an outer cover plate and an inner cover plate, the inner cover plate is arranged at the bottom of the outer cover plate, and a vacuum heat insulation space is formed between the inner cover plate and the outer cover plate; the heating pipe is connected with the bottom of the outer cover plate or the inner cover plate through a support. According to the flat plate heating structure of the steaming and baking module and the cooking equipment, the heating pipe located on the upper portion and the top of the cavity can be shielded, oil stains and stains generated after cooking are prevented from being attached to the heating pipe and the top of the cavity, and the flat plate heating structure is easy to clean and attractive.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of cooking equipment, in particular to a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module and cooking equipment. Background Art

[0002] In existing kitchen cooking equipment, such as steam boxes, ovens or steaming and baking modules of integrated stoves, the upper heating pipe is exposed inside the cavity of the cooking equipment, which has the following problems:

[0003] (1) The oil stains and dirt after cooking will adhere to the upper heating tube and the top of the cavity, which is not easy to clean;

[0004] (2) The heating tubes in the cavity are exposed, and the overall effect is not aesthetically pleasing.

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to provide an improved technical solution to address the above-mentioned deficiencies in the prior art. Utility Model Content

[0006] The utility model aims to provide a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module, which can shield the heating tube located above and the top of the cavity to prevent oil stains and dirt after cooking from adhering to the heating tube and the top of the cavity, making it easy to clean and beautiful.

[0007] Another object of the utility model is to provide a cooking device, which includes the flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module mentioned above, which can shield the heating tube located above and the top of the cavity to prevent oil stains and stains after cooking from adhering to the heating tube and the top of the cavity, making it easy to clean and beautiful.

[0008] In order to achieve the above purpose, the utility model provides the following technical solutions:

[0009] A flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module, comprising a reflector, a heating tube and micro-ceramic glass arranged in sequence from top to bottom;

[0010] The reflector comprises an outer cover plate and an inner cover plate, wherein the inner cover plate is arranged at the bottom of the outer cover plate and forms a vacuum heat insulation space with the outer cover plate;

[0011] The heating pipe is connected to the bottom of the outer cover plate or the inner cover plate via a bracket.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the utility model, the side of the outer cover plate extends downward to be provided with a first folded edge, wherein a group of opposite first folded edges are provided with a plurality of first installation grooves arranged at intervals, dividing the first folded edges into a plurality of second folded edges; the heating pipe is inserted into two opposite first installation grooves.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the utility model, a first mounting plate is horizontally extended outward from the top of the first mounting groove, and the bracket is arranged on the bottom surface of the first mounting plate.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the utility model, the inner cover plate is provided with a groove corresponding to the heating tube, and the cross section of the groove is an upwardly convex arc shape.

[0015] According to one embodiment of the utility model, a third folded edge is provided on the side of the inner cover plate extending downward, wherein a group of relative third folded edges are provided with a plurality of second mounting grooves arranged at intervals, and the third folded edges are divided into a plurality of fourth folded edges; the heating pipe is passed through two relative second mounting grooves; a transition groove is provided on the inner side of the third folded edge, and the cross-section of the transition groove is a downwardly concave arc shape.

[0016] According to one embodiment of the present utility model, a second mounting plate is horizontally extended outward from the top of the second mounting groove, and the bracket is arranged on the bottom surface of the second mounting plate.

[0017] According to an embodiment of the present utility model, the heating tube is a glass tube, and ceramic beads are provided at both ends of the glass tube, and the ceramic beads are fixedly connected to the bottom end of the bracket.

[0018] According to one embodiment of the utility model, the bracket includes a fixing plate, both ends of the fixing plate are provided with clamping plates extending downward, the middle part of the clamping plate protrudes outward to form a clamping part, and the cross-section of the clamping part is arc-shaped; the ceramic bead is located between the two clamping parts; and the bottom end of the clamping plate is provided with a guide part extending outward.

[0019] According to one embodiment of the utility model, a reflective heat-insulating coating is provided on the bottom surface of the inner cover plate.

[0020] The utility model also provides a cooking device, including the flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module; the cooking device is provided with a cooking cavity, the microcrystalline glass is fixedly arranged on the top of the cooking cavity, and the reflective cover is located above the microcrystalline glass and fixedly connected to the top of the cooking cavity.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and beneficial effects of the embodiments of the present invention are:

[0022] When the flat heating structure of the steam-bake module and the cooking device provided by the embodiment of the utility model are in use, the microcrystalline glass will shield the heating tube located above and the top of the cavity, which can prevent oil stains and dirt after cooking from adhering to the heating tube and the top of the cavity, and is easy to clean. In addition, the microcrystalline glass will shield the heating tube located above and the top of the cavity, avoiding the heating tube of the cavity from being exposed, and the overall effect is more beautiful. The reflective cover of the flat heating structure of the steam-bake module provided by the embodiment of the utility model can insulate the heat of the heating tube upwards through the vacuum insulation space formed by the outer cover plate and the inner cover plate, ensuring that the heat is transferred downward as much as possible and reflected into the cooking cavity of the cooking device below, avoiding energy loss and also avoiding damage to the cooking device components above, such as the air duct, water tank, circuit board, etc. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] The drawings constituting part of the present invention are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation on the present invention. Among them:

[0024] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module provided in an embodiment of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 A schematic structural diagram of a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module provided in an embodiment of the utility model from another angle, wherein the microcrystalline glass is not shown;

[0026] Figure 3 An exploded schematic diagram of a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module provided in an embodiment of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 4 A side view of the flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module provided in an embodiment of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 5 A schematic structural diagram of a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module provided in another embodiment of the utility model;

[0029] Figure 6 A schematic structural diagram of a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module provided by another embodiment of the present invention from another angle, wherein the micro-ceramic glass is not shown;

[0030] Figure 7 This is an exploded schematic diagram of a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module provided in another embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 8 A side view of a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module provided in another embodiment of the utility model;

[0032] Fig. 9A schematic structural diagram of an inner cover plate of a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module provided in another embodiment of the utility model;

[0033] Fig.10 A schematic structural diagram of a bracket of a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module provided in an embodiment of the utility model;

[0034] Fig.11 A schematic diagram of the installation process of the flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module provided in an embodiment of the utility model;

[0035] Fig.12 A schematic diagram showing the completion of the installation of the flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module provided in an embodiment of the utility model.

[0036] Description of reference numerals:

[0037] 1. Reflector; 11. Outer cover plate; 111. First folded edge; 112. First mounting groove; 113. Second folded edge; 114. First mounting folded edge; 115. First mounting plate; 12. Inner cover plate; 121. Groove; 122. Third folded edge; 123. Second mounting groove; 124. Fourth folded edge; 125. Second mounting folded edge; 126. Transition groove; 127. Second mounting plate; 13. Vacuum insulation space; 2. Heating tube; 21. Ceramic beads; 3. Microcrystalline glass; 4. Bracket; 41. Fixing plate; 411. Fixing hole; 42. Clamping plate; 421. Clamping part; 422. Guide part; 5. Cooking cavity. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in conjunction with embodiments. Each example is provided by way of explanation of the present invention and does not limit the present invention. In fact, it will be clear to those skilled in the art that modifications and variations may be made in the present invention without departing from the scope or spirit of the present invention. For example, a feature shown or described as a part of one embodiment may be used in another embodiment to produce yet another embodiment. Therefore, it is desired that the present invention includes such modifications and variations within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0039] In the description of the present invention, "first", "second" and similar words do not indicate any order, quantity or importance, but are only used to distinguish different components. "Include" or "comprising" and similar words mean that the elements or objects appearing before the word include the elements or objects listed after the word and their equivalents, but do not exclude other elements or objects. The directions or positional relationships indicated by the terms "longitudinal", "transverse", "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom" and the like are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the drawings, which are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and do not require that the present invention must be constructed and operated in a specific direction. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention. The terms "connected", "connected" and "set" used in the present invention should be understood in a broad sense, for example, they can be fixedly connected or detachably connected; they can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate component; they can be wired electrical connections, radio connections, or wireless communication signal connections. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0040] like Figure 1-Figure 4 As shown, the embodiment of the utility model provides a flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module, including a reflector 1, a heating tube 2 and a microcrystalline glass 3 arranged in sequence from top to bottom. For the convenience of description, the following definitions Figure 3 and Figure 7 The upper part in the above is the upper part, Figure 1 The lower part in the figure is below.

[0041] like Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the reflector 1 includes an outer cover plate 11 and an inner cover plate 12. The inner cover plate 12 is arranged at the bottom of the outer cover plate 11 and is sealed and connected to the outer cover plate 11 and evacuated to form a vacuum insulation space 13. The heating tube 2 is connected to the bottom of the outer cover plate 11 or the inner cover plate 12 through a bracket 4. The microcrystalline glass 3 is a high temperature resistant transparent material. The heat and light of the heating tube 2 can penetrate the microcrystalline glass 3 and radiate and transfer to the inside of the cooking cavity of the cooking device.

[0042] When installing the flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module provided by the embodiment of the utility model, the microcrystalline glass 3 is fixed to the top of the cooking cavity (e.g., inner pot) of the cooking device (e.g., oven, steamer, steam oven, steam oven of integrated stove) by gluing (e.g., high temperature resistant silicone) or the like. Then the reflector 1 with the heating tube 2 installed is fixedly connected to the top of the cooking cavity of the cooking device by screws or other fixing methods to complete the installation of the entire flat heating structure. The entire flat heating structure can be installed on the top of the cooking cavity, or it can be opened at the top of the cooking cavity, and the microcrystalline glass 3 and the reflector 1 are fixed to the outside of the opening at the top of the cooking cavity to avoid occupying the space of the cooking cavity. When the flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module provided by the embodiment of the utility model is in use, the microcrystalline glass 3 blocks the heating tube 2 located above and the top of the cavity, which can prevent the oil stains and stains after cooking from adhering to the heating tube 2 and the top of the cavity, and is easy to clean. In addition, the microcrystalline glass 3 blocks the heating tube 2 located above and the top of the cavity to prevent the heating tube 2 of the cavity from being exposed, and the overall effect is more beautiful. The reflective cover 1 of the flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module provided in the embodiment of the utility model can isolate the heat of the heating tube 2 upwards through the vacuum insulation space 13 formed by the outer cover plate 11 and the inner cover plate 12, ensuring that the heat is transferred downwards as much as possible and reflected into the cooking cavity of the cooking equipment below, avoiding energy loss and damage to the cooking equipment components above, such as air ducts, water tanks, circuit boards, etc.

[0043] In one embodiment of the present invention, Figure 1-Figure 3 As shown, in order to further improve the reflection effect of the reflector 1 on heat and light, the side of the outer cover plate 11 extends downward to be provided with a first folded edge 111, forming a cylinder with an opening downward, which can reflect the light and heat of the heating tube 2 to the bottom, thereby reducing energy loss. Further, one group of opposite first folded edges 111 is provided with a plurality of first mounting grooves 112 arranged at intervals, and the heating tube 2 is penetrated in two opposite first mounting grooves 112. Each first mounting groove 112 separates the first folded edge 111 into a plurality of second folded edges 113, and the bottom end of the second folded edge 113 is used to connect with the cooking cavity of the cooking device. For example, a first mounting folded edge 114 can be provided at the bottom end of the second folded edge 113, and the first mounting folded edge 114 is connected to the edge of the cooking cavity of the cooking device by screws. The first folded edge 111 can not only improve the reflection effect of the reflector 1 on heat and light, but also provide a fixed connection point between the reflector 1 and the cooking cavity of the cooking device.

[0044] In one embodiment of the present invention, Figure 1-Figure 3As shown, a first mounting plate 115 is horizontally extended outward from the top of the first mounting groove 112, and the bracket 4 is arranged on the bottom surface of the first mounting plate 115. In this embodiment, the first mounting groove 112 and the first mounting plate 115 can be formed simultaneously by stamping through a plate material for installing the heating pipe 2, which saves working procedures, reduces manufacturing costs, and improves production efficiency.

[0045] like Figure 5-Figure 9 As shown, in another embodiment of the utility model, in order to further improve the efficiency of the reflector 1 in reflecting light and heat, the inner cover plate 12 is provided with a groove 121 corresponding to the heating tube 2, and the cross-section of the groove 121 is an upwardly convex arc shape, which realizes the function of energy gathering and heat reflection. The heating tube 2 is completely or partially located in the groove 121, so that the heating tube 2 reflects light and heat vertically downward to reduce energy dissipation.

[0046] like Figure 6 , Figure 7 , Fig. 9 As shown, in order to further improve the reflection effect of the reflector 1 on heat and light, the side of the inner cover plate 12 is extended downward to form a third folded edge 122, forming a cylinder with an opening downward, which can reflect the light and heat of the heating tube 2 to the bottom, thereby reducing energy loss. One group of opposite third folded edges 122 is provided with a plurality of second mounting grooves 123 arranged at intervals, and the heating tube 2 is penetrated in two opposite second mounting grooves 123. Each second mounting groove 123 divides the third folded edge 122 into a plurality of fourth folded edges 124. The bottom end of the fourth folded edge 124 is used to connect with the cooking cavity of the cooking device. For example, a second mounting folded edge 125 can be provided at the bottom end of the fourth folded edge 124, and the second mounting folded edge 125 is connected to the edge of the cooking cavity of the cooking device by screws. The third folded edge 122 can not only improve the reflection effect of the reflector 1 on heat and light, but also provide a fixed connection point between the reflector 1 and the cooking cavity of the cooking device.

[0047] Further, in order to realize that a sheet metal can be used to make the entire inner cover plate 12, such as Fig. 9 As shown, the inner side of the third folded edge 122 has a transition groove 126, and the cross section of the transition groove 126 is a circular arc shape that is concave downward. In this embodiment, the inner cover plate 12 is provided with a transition groove 126, connecting the groove 121 part and the third folded edge 122 part. The transition groove 126 is a curved surface transition, and a deep drawing process is adopted, so that the curved surface of the reflector 1 can be naturally transitioned.

[0048] like Figure 6 , Figure 7As shown, in one embodiment of the utility model, a second mounting plate 127 is horizontally extended outward from the top of the second mounting groove 123, and the bracket 4 is arranged on the bottom surface of the second mounting plate 127. In this embodiment, the second mounting groove 123 and the second mounting plate 127 can be formed by stamping at the same time through a plate material for installing the heating pipe 2, which saves working procedures, reduces manufacturing costs, and improves production efficiency.

[0049] In one embodiment of the present invention, the heating tube 2 is a glass tube. In order to solve the problem that the existing fixing method of the glass heating tube 2 is prone to breakage, Figure 3 , Figure 7 As shown, ceramic beads 21 are provided at both ends of the glass tube 2 , and the ceramic beads 21 are fixedly connected to the bottom end of the bracket 4 .

[0050] In order to further protect the glass heating tube 2, Fig.10 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the utility model, the bracket 4 includes a fixing plate 41, which is provided with a fixing hole 411 and is fixed to a fixing plane corresponding to the reflector 1 (for example, the first mounting plate 115 or the second mounting plate 127). Both ends of the fixing plate 41 are provided with a clamping plate 42 extending downward, and the middle part of the clamping plate 42 protrudes outward to form a clamping portion 421, and the cross-section of the clamping portion 421 is arc-shaped. The ceramic bead 21 is located between the two clamping portions 421. By utilizing the elasticity of the clamping plate 42, the ceramic bead 21 can be clamped while adapting to a certain amount of displacement and deformation of the ceramic bead 21, giving the glass heating tube 2 a buffer, and ensuring that external vibrations do not affect the fragile glass heating tube 2. At the same time, by fixing the heating tube 2 with a buckle of the flexible bracket 4, the equipment transportation process can be made more reliable and the glass heating tube 2 is not easily damaged. In order to facilitate the installation of the heating tube 2, the bottom end of the clamping plate 42 is provided with a guide portion 422 extending outward, and the two guide portions 422 form a trumpet-shaped opening. The ceramic beads 21 at both ends of the heating tube 2 are pushed into between the two clamping portions 421 along the opening. When the ceramic beads 21 of the heating tube 2 enter the clamping portion 421, the clamping portion 421 can be opened to both sides. After the ceramic beads 21 completely enter between the two clamping portions 421, the clamping portion 421 is retracted under the action of elastic deformation, and the ceramic beads 21 are clamped to complete the installation, thereby improving the installation efficiency of the heating tube 2. The ribs formed between the fixing plate 41 and the top of the clamping plate 42 and the ribs formed between the clamping plate 42 and the top of the clamping portion 421 improve the upper rigidity of the flexible bracket 4. The ribs formed between the clamping plate 42 and the bottom of the clamping portion 421 improve the lower rigidity of the flexible bracket 4 and can clamp the ceramic beads 21 of the heating tube 2.

[0051] In order to further improve the efficiency of the reflector 1 in reflecting light and heat, the bottom surface of the inner cover plate 12 is provided with a reflective heat-insulating coating, such as a bright surface or a frosted surface, which has a mirror reflection and diffuse reflection effect on the heat energy and light emitted by the heating tube 2.

[0052] The utility model also provides a cooking device, including the flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module. Fig.11 , Fig.12 As shown, the cooking device is provided with a cooking cavity 5 for heating food, the micro-ceramic glass 3 is fixedly arranged on the top of the cooking cavity 5, and the reflector 1 is located above the micro-ceramic glass 3 and is fixedly connected to the top of the cooking cavity 5. The cooking device is a device having a cooking cavity 5 (such as an inner pot), such as an oven, a steamer, a steam oven, an integrated stove, etc. The entire flat heating structure can be installed at the top of the cooking cavity 5, or the top of the cooking cavity 5 can be opened, and the micro-ceramic glass 3 and the reflector 1 are fixed outside the top opening of the cooking cavity 5 to avoid occupying the space of the cooking cavity.

[0053] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. For those skilled in the art, the utility model may have various modifications and changes. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the utility model shall be included in the protection scope of the utility model.

Claims

1. A flat heating structure of a steaming and baking module, characterized in that: It comprises a reflector (1), a heating tube (2) and a micro-ceramic glass (3) which are arranged in sequence from top to bottom; The reflector (1) comprises an outer cover plate (11) and an inner cover plate (12); the inner cover plate (12) is arranged at the bottom of the outer cover plate (11) and forms a vacuum heat-insulating space (13) with the outer cover plate (11); The heating pipe (2) is connected to the bottom of the outer cover plate (11) or the inner cover plate (12) via a bracket (4).

2. The flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side edge of the outer cover plate (11) extends downward and is provided with a first folded edge (111), wherein a group of opposite first folded edges (111) are provided with a plurality of first installation grooves (112) arranged at intervals, and the first folded edges (111) are divided into a plurality of second folded edges (113); the heating pipe (2) is arranged to penetrate into two opposite first installation grooves (112).

3. The flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module according to claim 2, characterized in that: A first mounting plate (115) is horizontally extended outward from the top of the first mounting groove (112), and the bracket (4) is arranged on the bottom surface of the first mounting plate (115).

4. The flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner cover plate (12) is provided with a groove (121) corresponding to the heating tube (2), and the cross section of the groove (121) is in the shape of an upwardly convex circular arc.

5. The flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module according to claim 4, characterized in that: The side edge of the inner cover plate (12) extends downward and is provided with a third folded edge (122), wherein a group of opposite third folded edges (122) are provided with a plurality of second installation grooves (123) arranged at intervals, and the third folded edges (122) are divided into a plurality of fourth folded edges (124); the heating pipe (2) is passed through two opposite second installation grooves (123); the inner side of the third folded edge (122) is provided with a transition groove (126), and the cross section of the transition groove (126) is in the shape of a circular arc that is concave downward.

6. The flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module according to claim 5, characterized in that: A second mounting plate (127) is horizontally extended outward from the top of the second mounting groove (123), and the bracket (4) is arranged on the bottom surface of the second mounting plate (127).

7. The flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The heating tube (2) is a glass tube, and ceramic beads (21) are provided at both ends of the glass tube. The ceramic beads (21) are fixedly connected to the bottom end of the bracket (4).

8. The flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module according to claim 7, characterized in that: The bracket (4) comprises a fixing plate (41), both ends of the fixing plate (41) are provided with clamping plates (42) extending downwards, the middle part of the clamping plate (42) protrudes outwards to form a clamping portion (421), and the cross-section of the clamping portion (421) is in the shape of an arc; the ceramic bead (21) is located between the two clamping portions (421); and the bottom end of the clamping plate (42) is provided with a guide portion (422) extending outwards.

9. The flat heating structure of the steaming and baking module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the inner cover plate (12) is provided with a reflective heat-insulating coating.

10. A cooking device, characterized in that: A flat heating structure comprising a steaming and baking module according to any one of claims 1 to 9; the cooking device is provided with a cooking cavity (5), the microcrystalline glass (3) is fixedly arranged on the top of the cooking cavity (5), and the reflective cover (1) is located above the microcrystalline glass (3) and is fixedly connected to the top of the cooking cavity (5).