Food steamer assembly and cooking utensil

By designing the steamer assembly of the flip-type cover and the drain hole of the water collector, the problem of condensate dripping when the upper cover of the steamer is opened is solved, and the collection and reflux of condensate is achieved, improving the user experience.

CN222888844UActive Publication Date: 2025-05-23GD MIDEA ENVIRONMENT APPLIANCES MFG
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421439685.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-06-21
Publication Date
2025-05-23
Estimated Expiration
2034-06-21

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Technical Problem

When the existing steamer is opened, the condensate water easily drips to the countertop or ground, resulting in poor user experience.

Method used

A steamer assembly is designed, wherein the cover is a flip-shaped structure, and the receiving cavity is opened or closed by rotation of the cover. When the cover is turned on, the condensate returns to the inside of the steamer along the inner wall, and collects and reflows the condensate through the water collection tank and drainage holes.

Benefits of technology

It effectively avoids the dripping of condensed water to the outside, improves the user experience, and realizes the collection and reflux of condensed water, keeping the steamer clean.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a steamer assembly and a cooking utensil, and the steamer assembly comprises a steamer which comprises a containing cavity with an opening at one end; and the cover body can be rotatably mounted on the steamer and can rotate relative to the steamer so as to open or close the accommodating cavity. According to the scheme, the cover body is of the flip type structure, and when the cover body is turned over, condensate water on the inner surface of the cover body flows back into the steamer along the inner wall under the influence of gravity, so that collection of the condensate water can be achieved, the condensate water is prevented from dropping onto a cooking bench, a table top and the like, and the use experience of consumers is improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of household appliances, and in particular to a steamer assembly and a cooking utensil. Background Art

[0002] The steamer in the related solution is generally covered by a movable upper cover. However, when the upper cover of the steamer is opened, condensed water on the upper cover will drip onto the countertop or the ground, thus resulting in a poor user experience.

[0003] Therefore, how to design a steamer and cooking utensil that is not prone to dripping condensed water when the upper cover is opened has become a problem that needs to be solved urgently. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present application aims to at least solve the technical problem existing in the prior art or related art that when the upper cover of the steamer is opened, condensed water on the upper cover will drip onto the countertop or the ground, thereby causing a poor user experience.

[0005] To this end, a first aspect of the present application is to provide a steamer assembly.

[0006] A second aspect of the present application is to provide a cooking appliance comprising the above-mentioned steamer assembly.

[0007] The technical solution of the first aspect of the present application provides a steamer assembly, comprising: a steamer, the steamer comprising a accommodating cavity with an opening at one end; a cover body, the cover body being rotatably mounted on the steamer and being rotatable relative to the steamer to open or close the accommodating cavity.

[0008] The steamer assembly provided by the present application includes a steamer and a cover, and the cover is rotatably mounted on the steamer, so that the cover can be opened and closed by rotating the cover. In this structure, the cover is a flip-top structure. When the cover is flipped open, the condensed water on the inner surface of the cover flows back along the inner wall to the inside of the steamer under the influence of gravity, so that the condensed water can be collected and prevented from dripping onto the stove, desktop, etc., thereby improving the user experience of consumers.

[0009] Optionally, the cover body and the steamer are hingedly connected by a hinge. The hinge structure is relatively common, and the cover body and the steamer are connected by a hinge so that the connection structure is relatively simple and the connection is stable.

[0010] Optionally, the steamer includes: a first steaming cylinder, a cover body rotatably mounted on a first end of the first steaming cylinder; a first steaming plate arranged in a second end of the first steaming cylinder, a water collecting trough being arranged on an edge of the first steaming plate, and a drainage hole penetrating the first steaming plate being arranged on a bottom wall of the water collecting trough.

[0011] In this technical solution, the steamer includes a first steaming cylinder and a first steaming plate. The first steaming plate forms the bottom of the steamer, and the cover is rotatably mounted on the top of the first steaming cylinder. The condensed water left on the cover can be collected by the water collecting tank and then drained to the water receiving tray through the drainage hole. In this way, the condensed water is recovered.

[0012] Optionally, the first steam drum and the first steam sheet are of an integrated structure. Of course, the first steam drum and the first steam sheet can also be of a split structure. However, the integrated structure has better strength and is more firmly installed, thereby preventing the first steam sheet from shifting in position and causing condensed water leakage.

[0013] Optionally, the cover body includes: a cover body; a guide portion, which is arranged on the cover body, and the guide portion includes an extension portion, which extends out of the cover body along the axial direction of the cover body; wherein, when the cover body is opened relative to the steamer, the extension portion at least partially extends into the steamer.

[0014] In this technical solution, the cover body includes two parts, namely the cover body and the guide part. One end of the guide part is located in the cover body, and the other end extends out of the cover body. When the cover body is in the open state, the front end of the extension part is located inside the steamer, so that the condensed water flowing along the guide part can drip into the steamer and be collected by the steamer, instead of dripping outside the steamer and dirtying the countertop or the ground. In this way, the problem that condensed water drips onto the countertop or tabletop when the upper cover is opened, resulting in a poor user experience, can be effectively solved in the related solutions.

[0015] Optionally, the cover body and the steamer are rotatably connected via a rotating assembly, and the rotating assembly is mounted on the guide portion.

[0016] In this technical solution, the guide portion can be set to have a certain width along the circumferential direction of the cover body, and then the rotating assembly can be installed on the guide portion, so as to avoid affecting the installation of the rotating assembly due to the setting of the guide portion.

[0017] Optionally, a first notch is provided on the protruding portion, and the rotating assembly is located in the first notch.

[0018] In this technical solution, the rotating assembly is located in the first notch, so that the part of the guide part without the notch can fill the gap between the cover body and the first steam cylinder, thereby preventing condensed water from leaking out from the connection between the cover body and the first steam cylinder, so that most of the condensed water can enter the water collecting tank.

[0019] Optionally, a second notch for avoiding the guide portion is provided on the side wall of the first steaming cylinder, and when the steamer and the cover body are in a closed state, the extension portion is located in the second notch and blocks the second notch.

[0020] In this technical solution, since the guide part is provided, in order to avoid interference between the cover and the steamer, a corresponding avoidance gap, namely the second gap, is provided on the side wall of the steamer. At the same time, in order to avoid steam leakage when the cover is closed, the shape and size of the extension part and the second gap should be consistent, so that when the cover is closed, the extension part can block the second gap.

[0021] Optionally, the inner wall surface of the extension portion is flush with the inner wall surface of the cover body, and the wall thickness of the extension portion is smaller than the wall thickness of the cover body.

[0022] In this technical solution, the guide part and the cover are an integrated structure, and its inner wall surface is integrated with the inner wall surface of the cover. However, the thickness of the extending portion of the guide part extending outside the cover is reduced, so as to provide space for accommodating the cover when the cover is rotated to open, thereby avoiding interference between the cover and the steamer.

[0023] The technical solution of the second aspect of the present application provides a cooking utensil, comprising a steamer assembly according to any one of the embodiments of the first aspect.

[0024] The cooking utensil provided according to the technical solution of the present application includes the steamer assembly of any one of the embodiments of the first aspect. Therefore, the cooking utensil has all the beneficial effects of the steamer assembly of any one of the embodiments of the first aspect, which will not be described in detail herein.

[0025] Optionally, the cooking appliance further comprises: a base assembly including a steam module. The steamer is mounted on the base assembly, and the cover is rotatably mounted on an end of the steamer away from the base assembly; wherein the steam generated by the steam module can enter the steamer.

[0026] In this technical solution, the cooking appliance includes a base assembly, on which a steam module is arranged to generate steam for heating food, and a steamer assembly is integrally mounted on the base assembly, and can cook food using the steam generated by the steam module.

[0027] Exemplarily, the cooking appliance may be an electric steamer.

[0028] Optionally, the cooking appliance further comprises: a water receiving tray installed on the base assembly, the water receiving tray being provided with a steam passage for the steam generated by the steam module to pass through, and the steamer being installed on the water receiving tray.

[0029] In this technical solution, the cooking appliance further includes a water receiving tray. The water receiving tray is used to collect food residues to prevent the food residues from falling into the base assembly and contaminating the steam module, so that the components in the base assembly can be protected by the water receiving tray. The steam generated by the steam module can enter the steamer through the steam passage.

[0030] Optionally, the steam module includes: a heating plate; a cover body, mounted on the heating plate, and forming a steam generating chamber with the heating plate, a steam outlet is provided on the cover body, and the steam outlet is connected to the steam passage; and a water tank is connected to the steam generating chamber to supply water to the steam generating chamber. The steam generated by the steam module can enter the steamer through the steam passage.

[0031] In this technical solution, the steam module includes a heating plate, a water tank and a cover. The cover and the heating plate form a steam generating chamber, and the water on the steam generating chamber can be heated into steam by the heating plate. The cover can define a smaller space, thereby increasing the steam generation rate. The water tank is used for water supply, and the water tank and the steam generating chamber are connected through a connecting hole, and the water tank can automatically supply water to the steam generating chamber.

[0032] Optionally, the cover body and the water receiving tray are an integrated structure, that is, the water receiving tray and the cover body are installed as one, or a cover body can be directly formed on the water receiving tray, so that when the water receiving tray is removed, the cover body can be removed together, so that the steam generating chamber can be opened, so that it is convenient to clean the steam generating chamber, so as to remove the scale in the steam generating chamber.

[0033] Optionally, the cover is detachably connected to the heating plate. The cover can be detached separately, so that the steam generating chamber can be opened, so that it is convenient to clean the steam generating chamber and to remove the scale in the steam generating chamber.

[0034] Optionally, a groove is provided on the surface of the water receiving tray close to the base assembly, at least part of the cover body is positioned and installed in the groove, and a steam passage communicating with the steam outlet is provided on the water receiving tray. By positioning the cover body and the water receiving tray, the position deviation of the water receiving tray can be avoided, so that the installation stability of the water receiving tray can be ensured.

[0035] Optionally, the cooking appliance further comprises: at least one second steaming cylinder, arranged between the water receiving tray and the first steaming cylinder; and at least one second steaming sheet, arranged at the bottom of the second steaming cylinder and used in conjunction with the second steaming cylinder.

[0036] The number of steaming drums and steaming sheets of the cooking device can be set as required. When in use, multiple steaming drums can be stacked to steam heat the ingredients in multiple steamers at the same time.

[0037] Additional aspects and advantages of the present application will become apparent in the following description or will be learned through practice of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0038] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present application will become apparent and easily understood from the description of the embodiments in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0039] Figure 1 One of the structural schematic diagrams of a cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0040] Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of a steamer assembly according to an embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0041] Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing the exploded structure of a cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0042] Figure 4 Another schematic diagram of the assembly structure of a steamer assembly according to an embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0043] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A local enlarged schematic diagram of point A in the middle.

[0044] Reference numerals:

[0045] 1 base assembly, 12 base, 14 water tank, 16 cover body, 162 steam outlet, 18 heating plate, 2 water receiving tray, 22 steam aisle, 3 steamer, 32 first steaming cylinder, 322 second notch, 34 first steaming plate, 342 water collecting trough, 344 drainage hole, 36 second steaming cylinder, 38 second steaming plate, 4 cover body, 42 cover body, 44 guide part, 442 extension part, 444 first notch, 5 rotating assembly, 52 hinge. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0046] In order to more clearly understand the above-mentioned purposes, features and advantages of the present application, the present application is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods. It should be noted that the embodiments of the present application and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other without conflict.

[0047] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present application. However, the present application may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0048] Refer to the following Figures 1 to 5 To describe the steamer assembly and cooking utensil provided according to some embodiments of the present application.

[0049] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, an embodiment of the first aspect of the present application provides a steamer assembly, comprising: a steamer 3, the steamer 3 comprising a accommodating cavity with an opening at one end; a cover body 4, the cover body 4 can be rotatably mounted on the steamer 3 and can be rotated relative to the steamer 3 to open or close the accommodating cavity.

[0050] The steamer assembly provided by the present application includes a steamer 3 and a cover 4, and the cover 4 is rotatably mounted on the steamer 3, so that the cover 4 can be opened and closed by rotating the cover 4. In this structure, the cover 4 is a flip-top structure. When the cover 4 is flipped open, the condensed water on the inner surface of the cover 4 flows back along the inner wall to the inside of the steamer 3 under the influence of gravity, so that the condensed water can be collected and the condensed water can be prevented from dripping onto the stove, desktop, etc., thereby improving the user experience of consumers.

[0051] Wherein, the steamer assembly can be used for electric steamer etc. with water receiving tray 2, base assembly 1 (with steam module).Certainly, the steamer assembly can also be used for electric rice cooker etc.

[0052] Alternatively, if Figure 2 As shown, the cover 4 and the steamer 3 are hingedly connected by a hinge 52. The hinge structure is relatively common, and the cover 4 and the steamer 3 are connected by a hinge 52 so that the connection structure is relatively simple and the connection is stable.

[0053] Alternatively, if Figure 3 As shown, the steamer 3 includes: a first steaming cylinder 32, a cover body 4 rotatably mounted on a first end of the first steaming cylinder 32; a first steaming plate 34 disposed in a second end of the first steaming cylinder 32, a water collecting trough 342 being disposed on an edge of the first steaming plate 34, and a drainage hole 344 penetrating the first steaming plate 34 being disposed on a bottom wall of the water collecting trough 342.

[0054] In this embodiment, the steamer 3 includes a first steaming cylinder 32 and a first steaming plate 34. The first steaming plate 34 forms the bottom of the steamer 3, and the cover 4 is rotatably mounted on the top of the first steaming cylinder 32. Figure 5 As shown, the condensed water left on the cover body 4 can flow into the water collecting groove 342 along the inner wall surface of the cover body 4, and then be collected by the water collecting groove 342, and then be discharged to the water receiving tray 2 along the drainage hole 344. In this way, the recovery of condensed water is achieved.

[0055] in, Figure 5 The arrows in the diagram indicate the direction of condensed water flow.

[0056] Optionally, the first steam drum 32 and the first steaming plate 34 are an integrated structure. Of course, the first steam drum 32 and the first steaming plate 34 can also be a split structure. However, the integrated structure has better strength and is more firmly installed, thereby preventing the first steaming plate 34 from being offset and causing condensed water leakage.

[0057] Alternatively, if Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, the cover body 4 includes: a cover body 42; a guide portion 44, which is arranged on the cover body 42, and the guide portion 44 includes an extension portion 442, and the extension portion 442 extends out of the cover body 42 along the axial direction of the cover body 42; wherein, when the cover body 4 is opened relative to the steamer 3, the extension portion 442 at least partially extends into the steamer 3.

[0058] In this embodiment, the cover body 4 includes two parts, namely the cover body 42 and the guide part 44. One end of the guide part 44 is located inside the cover body 42, and the other end extends outside the cover body 42. When the cover body 4 is in the open state, the front end of the extension part 442 is located inside the steamer 3, so that the condensed water flowing along the guide part 44 can drip into the steamer 3 and be collected by the steamer 3, instead of dripping outside the steamer 3 and dirtying the countertop or the ground. In this way, the problem that condensed water drips onto the countertop or desktop when the upper cover is opened, resulting in a poor user experience, can be effectively solved in the related solutions.

[0059] Optionally, the cover body 4 is rotatably connected to the steamer 3 via a rotating assembly 5 , and the rotating assembly 5 is installed on the guide portion 44 .

[0060] In this embodiment, if Figure 2 As shown, the guide portion 44 can be set to have a certain width along the circumferential direction of the cover body 42, and then the rotating assembly 5 can be installed on the guide portion 44, so that the installation of the rotating assembly 5 can be avoided from being affected by the setting of the guide portion 44.

[0061] Alternatively, if Figure 2 As shown, a first notch 444 is provided on the protruding portion 442 , and the rotating assembly 5 is located in the first notch 444 .

[0062] In this embodiment, the rotating component 5 is located in the first notch 444, so that the portion of the guide portion 44 where the notch is not set can fill the gap between the cover body 4 and the first steam drum 32, thereby preventing condensed water from being exposed from the connection between the cover body 4 and the first steam drum 32, and allowing most of the condensed water to enter the water collecting tank 342.

[0063] Optionally, a second notch 322 for avoiding the guide portion 44 is provided on the side wall of the first steaming cylinder 32 . When the steamer 3 and the cover body 4 are in a closed state, the extension portion 442 is located in the second notch 322 and blocks the second notch 322 .

[0064] In this embodiment, since the guide portion 44 is provided, in order to avoid interference between the cover body 4 and the steamer 3, a corresponding avoidance notch, namely the second notch 322, is provided on the side wall of the steamer 3. At the same time, in order to avoid steam leakage when the cover body 4 is closed, the shape and size of the extension portion 442 and the second notch 322 should be consistent, so that when the cover body 4 is closed, the extension portion 442 can block the second notch 322.

[0065] Alternatively, if Figure 2 As shown, the inner wall surface of the extension portion 442 is flush with the inner wall surface of the cover body 4 , and the wall thickness of the extension portion 442 is smaller than the wall thickness of the cover body 4 .

[0066] In this embodiment, the guide part 44 and the cover body 4 are an integral structure, and the inner wall surface thereof is integral with the inner wall surface of the cover body 4. However, the extension part 442 of the guide part 44 extending out of the cover body 4 is thinned, so that a space for accommodating the cover body 4 is provided when the cover body 4 is rotated to open, thereby avoiding interference between the cover body 4 and the steamer 3.

[0067] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, an embodiment of the second aspect of the present application provides a cooking utensil, comprising a steamer assembly according to any embodiment of the first aspect.

[0068] The cooking utensil provided in the embodiment of the present application includes the steamer assembly of any one of the embodiments of the first aspect, and therefore, the cooking utensil has all the beneficial effects of the steamer assembly of any one of the embodiments of the first aspect, which will not be described in detail herein.

[0069] Alternatively, if Figure 3 As shown, the cooking appliance further comprises: a base assembly 1 including a steam module. A steamer 3 is mounted on the base assembly 1 , and a cover 4 is rotatably mounted on an end of the steamer 3 away from the base assembly 1 ; wherein the steam generated by the steam module can enter the steamer 3 .

[0070] In this embodiment, the cooking device comprises a base assembly 1, on which a steam module is arranged to generate steam for heating food. The steamer assembly is integrally mounted on the base assembly 1, and can cook food using the steam generated by the steam module.

[0071] Exemplarily, the cooking appliance may be an electric steamer.

[0072] Optionally, the cooking appliance further comprises: a water receiving tray 2 mounted on the base assembly 1 , the water receiving tray 2 being provided with a steam passage 22 , and the steamer 3 being mounted on the water receiving tray 2 .

[0073] In this embodiment, the cooking appliance further comprises a water receiving tray 2. The water receiving tray 2 is used to collect food residues to prevent the food residues from falling into the base assembly 1 and contaminating the steam module, so that the components in the base assembly 1 can be protected by the water receiving tray 2.

[0074] Optionally, the base assembly 1 includes a base 12, and the steam module is mounted on the base 12. The steam module includes a heating plate 18 mounted on the base 12; a cover 16 mounted on the heating plate 18 and forming a steam generating chamber with the heating plate 18, and a steam outlet 162 is provided on the cover 16, and the steam outlet 162 is connected to the steam passage 22; and a water tank 14 is connected to the steam generating chamber to supply water to the steam generating chamber.

[0075] In this embodiment, the base assembly 1 includes a heating plate 18, a water tank 14 and a cover 16. The base 12 is a supporting structure for supporting and installing the heating plate 18, the water tank 14 and the cover 16. The cover 16 and the heating plate 18 form a steam generating chamber, and the water on the heating plate 18 can be heated into steam by heating the heating plate 18. The cover 16 can define a smaller space, thereby increasing the steam generation rate. The water tank 14 is used for water supply, and the water tank 14 and the steam generating chamber are connected through a connecting hole, and the water tank 14 can automatically supply water to the steam generating chamber.

[0076] Optionally, the cover body 16 is an integrated structure with the water receiving tray 2. That is, the water receiving tray 2 and the cover body 16 can be installed as one, or a cover body 16 can be directly formed on the water receiving tray 2, so that when the water receiving tray 2 is removed, the cover body 16 can be removed together, so that the steam generating chamber can be opened, so that it is convenient to clean the steam generating chamber, so that the scale in the steam generating chamber can be easily removed.

[0077] Optionally, the cover 16 is detachably connected to the heating plate 18. The cover 16 can be detached separately, so that the steam generating chamber can be opened, which makes it convenient to clean the steam generating chamber and to conveniently remove the scale in the steam generating chamber.

[0078] Optionally, a groove is provided on the surface of the water receiving tray 2 close to the base assembly 1, a positioning structure is provided on the cover body 16, the positioning structure is positioned and installed in the groove, and a steam passage 22 connected to the steam outlet 162 is provided on the water receiving tray 2. By positioning the cover body 16 and the water receiving tray 2, the position deviation of the water receiving tray 2 can be avoided, so that the installation stability of the water receiving tray 2 can be ensured.

[0079] Alternatively, if Figure 3As shown, the cooking appliance further includes: at least one second steaming cylinder 36 disposed between the water receiving tray 2 and the first steaming cylinder 32; and at least one second steaming sheet 38 disposed at the bottom of the second steaming cylinder 36 and used in conjunction with the second steaming cylinder 36.

[0080] The number of steaming drums and the number of steaming sheets of the cooking utensil can be set as required. When in use, a plurality of steaming drums can be stacked to steam the food in a plurality of steamers 3 simultaneously.

[0081] The steamer in the present application is further described below in conjunction with a specific embodiment.

[0082] Problems with existing steamers: Steamers are favored by consumers for their fast, nutritious and convenient cooking methods, and have always been one of the most commonly used cooking utensils by domestic consumers. As consumers have higher and higher requirements for the practicality and convenience of steamer products, the problem of condensed water dripping when the traditional steamer lid is lifted has become one of the main pain points for most consumers.

[0083] No need for condensation water dripping: Existing steamer lids mainly use a single-layer metal or single-layer resin structure. When the lid is lifted after cooking, a large amount of condensation water generated on the inner surface of the lid will drip onto the food or the stove or table, becoming a major problem affecting consumers' usage experience.

[0084] The market is in urgent need of a steamer product that does not drip condensation when the lid is opened and is easy to clean without affecting the user experience.

[0085] In order to solve the above problems, this embodiment provides a cooking utensil, in which the cover 4 is designed as a flip-cover structure, which is an integrated structure with the steamer and the steaming plate. By adopting the flip-cover structure design, the user can replace the action of lifting the cover when taking out the food after cooking. When the cover is flipped, the condensed water flows back to the water collection groove 342 at the edge of the steamer as the cover 4 tilts, thereby solving the problem of condensed water dripping onto the food or the stove or table when the cover 4 is lifted.

[0086] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the cooking appliance comprises the following structures:

[0087] The pot assembly is the main body of the cooking appliance, including a steam module, a power module, a control / display module, a water tank 14, etc.), a water tank 14, an energy-gathering ring, a water collection tray, a lower steaming plate, a lower steamer, and an upper steamer (including a cover 4, a steamer, and a steaming plate);

[0088] Lower steamer: forms the lower cooking cavity with the pot body and supports the upper steamer at the same time;

[0089] Upper steamer: comprises a flip-top cover, a steamer, and a steaming sheet integrally formed with the steamer.

[0090] Furthermore, the upper steamer and the bottom steaming plate are integrally stamped or welded, and the flip-top cover is connected to the steamer by a hinge 52, so that the cover can be opened freely. When the cover 4 is flipped open, the condensed water on the inner surface of the cover 4 flows back to the inside of the steamer along the inner wall under the influence of gravity. A condensed water guide structure is designed on the condensed water return path to prevent the condensed water from flowing outside the steamer. A water collecting groove 342 and a drainage hole 344 are designed around the bottom of the steamer and at the connection with the steaming plate. After the condensed water flows back to the water collecting groove 342, it flows back to the water collecting tray of the bottom steamer through the drainage hole 344.

[0091] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "illustrative embodiments", "examples", "specific examples", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, the schematic representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.

[0092] Although the embodiments of the present application have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present application, and that the scope of the present application is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A steamer assembly, characterized in that: include: A steamer, the steamer comprising a receiving cavity with an opening at one end; A cover body, the cover body is rotatably mounted on the steamer and can rotate relative to the steamer to open or close the accommodating cavity; The cover body comprises: Cover body; A guide portion is provided on the cover body, and the guide portion includes a protruding portion, and the protruding portion protrudes out of the cover body along the axial direction of the cover body; Wherein, when the cover is opened relative to the steamer, the extension portion at least partially extends into the steamer.

2. The steamer assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cover body is hinged to the steamer through a hinge.

3. The steamer assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steamer comprises: a first steaming cylinder, wherein the cover is rotatably mounted on a first end of the first steaming cylinder; The first steaming plate is arranged in the second end of the first steaming cylinder and forms the accommodating cavity with the first steaming cylinder. A water collecting trough is arranged on the edge of the first steaming plate, and a drainage hole penetrating the first steaming plate is arranged on the bottom wall of the water collecting trough.

4. The steamer assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first steaming cylinder and the first steaming sheet are an integrated structure.

5. The steamer assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The cover body is rotatably connected to the steamer via a rotating assembly, and the rotating assembly is installed on the guide portion.

6. The steamer assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The protruding portion is provided with a first notch, and the rotating assembly is located in the first notch.

7. The steamer assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: A second notch is arranged on the side wall of the steamer to avoid the guide part. When the steamer and the cover are in a covered state, the extension part is located in the second notch and blocks the second notch.

8. The steamer assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: Also includes: The inner wall surface of the extension portion is flush with the inner wall surface of the cover body, and the wall thickness of the extension portion is smaller than the wall thickness of the cover body.

9. A cooking utensil, characterized in that: include: A steamer assembly as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. The cooking appliance according to claim 9, characterized in that Also includes: A base assembly, comprising a steam module, the steamer is mounted on the base assembly, and the cover is rotatably mounted on an end of the steamer away from the base assembly; The steam generated by the steam module can enter the steamer.

11. The cooking device according to claim 10, characterized in that: Also includes: A water receiving tray is installed on the base assembly. The water receiving tray is provided with a steam passage for the steam generated by the steam module to pass through. The steamer is installed on the water receiving tray.

12. The cooking device according to claim 11, characterized in that: The steam module comprises: Heating plate; A cover body is installed on the heating plate and forms a steam generating chamber with the heating plate. A steam outlet is provided on the cover body. A water tank is communicated with the steam generating chamber to supply water to the steam generating chamber.

13. The cooking device according to claim 12, characterized in that: The cover body and the water receiving tray are an integrated structure or a split structure; and / or The cover body is detachably connected to the heating plate.

14. The cooking appliance according to claim 12, characterized in that A groove is arranged on the surface of the water receiving tray close to the base assembly, and at least a part of the cover body is positioned and installed in the groove.