Ice block falling mechanism of beverage dispenser

Abstract

An ice block falling mechanism of a beverage dispenser comprises a machine body and an ice storage tank, the ice storage tank is provided with a cover body, and the ice block falling mechanism is characterized in that the ice storage tank is located on the upper portion in the machine body, a stirring device and an ice falling opening are installed in the ice storage tank, and the stirring device is used for stirring ice blocks into the ice falling opening; the back face of the ice falling opening is provided with a sliding way for communication, and the back face of the ice falling opening is provided with a turnover type baffle used for shielding the ice falling opening. An ice outlet is formed in the end part of the slide way; a switch driving lever for controlling the turnover baffle plate is arranged below the ice outlet; according to the utility model, the ice adding operation steps can be simplified, the meal delivery efficiency can be improved, and the user experience can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of beverage machines, in particular to an ice dropping mechanism for a beverage machine. Background Technique

[0002] With the development of commerce, beverage machines have been widely distributed in various catering places, such as cafeterias, cafes, and tea restaurants. The wide application of beverage machines makes the catering service more efficient, environmentally friendly, and convenient, makes the preparation of beverages more stable, and the taste more unified, and enables customers to choose a wider variety of products and service methods.

[0003] The top of the existing beverage machine is usually provided with an ice storage tank for placing ice cubes. When ice cubes need to be added to a beverage, the lid of the ice storage tank needs to be opened, and then ice cubes are scooped from the inside of the ice storage tank into a cup. This method requires more operating steps for the user, and in the current fast-paced environment, it greatly affects the meal preparation efficiency and the user experience. Content of the Utility Model

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the utility model is to provide an ice dropping mechanism for a beverage machine, which can effectively solve the problems raised in the above background technique.

[0005] To solve the above problems, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is: an ice dropping mechanism for a beverage machine, including a machine body and an ice storage tank, the ice storage tank is provided with a cover body, and it is characterized in that the ice storage tank is located in the upper part of the machine body, and a stirring device and an ice dropping port are installed inside the ice storage tank. The stirring device is used to dial ice cubes into the ice dropping port; the back of the ice dropping port is communicated with a slideway, and a flip-type baffle for blocking the ice dropping port is arranged on the back of the ice dropping port; the end of the slideway is an ice outlet; a switch lever for controlling the flip-type baffle and the stirring device is arranged below the ice outlet.

[0006] As a further preferred scheme of the utility model, the ice storage tank is in an inverted trapezoid shape; the stirring device and the ice dropping port are both arranged on the inclined surface of the ice storage tank.

[0007] As a further preferred scheme of the utility model, the ice dropping port is located above the stirring device.

[0008] As a further preferred scheme of the utility model, the stirring device includes a turntable, a stirring rod and a motor; the motor is embedded in the ice storage tank, and the output end of the motor is clamped with the turntable; the top surface of the turntable is connected to the stirring rod.

[0009] As a further preferred scheme of the utility model, one end of the slideway is installed on the back of the inclined surface of the ice storage tank, and the slideway is connected to the ice dropping port.

[0010] As a further preferred embodiment of the present utility model, the flip baffle is driven to flip by a motor, and a notch corresponding to the flip baffle is provided on the slideway.

[0011] As a further preferred embodiment of the present utility model, the switch lever is respectively provided with wires electrically connected to the motor and the stirring device.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present utility model provides an ice dropping mechanism for a beverage machine, having the following beneficial effects:

[0013] The present utility model can simplify the operation steps of adding ice, improve the meal delivery efficiency, and enhance the user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of the present utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of a partial structure of the present utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the structure of the present utility model;

[0017] Wherein: 1, the body; 2, the ice storage tank; 3, the cover body; 4, the stirring device; 4-1, the turntable; 4-2, the stirring rod; 4-3, the motor; 5, the ice dropping port; 6, the slideway; 7, the flip baffle; 7-1, the motor; 8, the ice outlet; 9, the switch lever; 10, the notch. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0018] It should be noted that if there are directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back...) involved in the embodiments of the present utility model, the directional indications are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement conditions between components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indications will also change accordingly.

[0019] In addition, if there are descriptions such as "first", "second", etc. involved in the embodiments of the present utility model, the descriptions of "first", "second", etc. are only for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the quantity of the indicated technical features.

[0020] In addition, if "and / or" or "and / or" appears throughout the text, its meaning includes three parallel solutions. Taking "A and / or B" as an example, it includes solution A, or solution B, or a solution where A and B are satisfied simultaneously.

[0021] In addition, the technical solutions between various embodiments can be combined with each other, but it must be based on the premise that those of ordinary skill in the art can implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by the present utility model.

[0022] Referring to Figures 1-3 , the present utility model provides an ice dropping mechanism for a beverage machine, which includes a machine body 1 and an ice storage tank 2. The ice storage tank 2 is provided with a cover 3. It is characterized in that the ice storage tank 2 is located in the upper part of the machine body 1, and a stirring device 4 and an ice dropping port 5 are installed inside the ice storage tank 2. The stirring device 4 is used to dial the ice cubes into the ice dropping port 5; the back of the ice dropping port 5 is communicated with a slideway 6, and a flip baffle 7 for blocking the ice dropping port 5 is arranged on the back of the ice dropping port 5; the end of the slideway 6 is an ice outlet 8; a switch lever 9 for controlling the flip baffle 7 and the stirring device 4 is arranged below the ice outlet 8.

[0023] As a further preferred solution of the present utility model, the ice storage tank 2 is in an inverted trapezoidal shape; both the stirring device 4 and the ice dropping port 5 are arranged on the inclined surface of the ice storage tank 2.

[0024] As a further preferred solution of the present utility model, the ice dropping port 5 is located above the stirring device 4.

[0025] As a further preferred solution of the present utility model, the stirring device 4 includes a turntable 4-1, stirring rods 4-2 and a motor 4-3; the motor 4-3 is embedded in the ice storage tank 2, and the output end of the motor 4-3 is clamped with the turntable 4-1; the top surface of the turntable 4-1 is connected to the stirring rods 4-2.

[0026] As a further preferred solution of the present utility model, one end of the slideway 6 is installed on the back of the inclined surface of the ice storage tank 2, and the slideway 6 is connected to the ice dropping port 5.

[0027] As a further preferred solution of the present utility model, the flip baffle 7 is driven to flip by a motor 7-1, and a notch corresponding to the flip baffle 7 is arranged on the slideway 6 to facilitate the flipping movement of the flip baffle 7.

[0028] As a further preferred solution of the present utility model, the switch lever 9 is respectively provided with wires electrically connected to the motor 7-1 and the stirring device 4.

[0029] As a specific embodiment of the present utility model: First, pour ice cubes into the ice storage tank 2, and then cover it with the cover body 3 for heat preservation. The user only needs to place the cup under the ice outlet 8 and at the same time toggle the switch lever 9. At this time, after the motor 7-1 and the stirring device 4 receive the signal, they start to drive. The motor 7-1 controls the flipping baffle 7 to flip. At this time, the ice cubes in the ice storage tank 2 can enter the slideway 6 from the ice dropping port 5 and then fall into the cup from the ice outlet 8. The rotation of the stirring device 4 can dial the ice cubes at the bottom of the ice storage tank 2 into the ice dropping port 5, reducing the frequency of adding ice.

[0030] When the cup leaves the position under the ice outlet 8, the switch lever 9 resets, causing the flipping baffle 7 to immediately flip to block the ice dropping port 5, thereby stopping the ice cubes from entering through the ice dropping port 5.

[0031] The present utility model can simplify the operation steps of adding ice, improve the meal delivery efficiency, and enhance the user experience.

[0032] As needed, the above-mentioned installation, setting, providing, or connecting methods include but are not limited to installation, setting, or connection by means such as screws, riveting, welding, or socketing, fixing, etc., and the installation, setting, or connection method is selected according to the working scenario requirements.

[0033] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present utility model, and do not limit the patent scope of the present utility model accordingly. Any equivalent structural transformation made by using the specification and drawings of the present utility model under the inventive concept of the present utility model, or any direct / indirect application in other related technical fields is included in the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An ice cube dropping mechanism for a beverage machine, comprising a machine body (1) and an ice storage tank (2), wherein the ice storage tank (2) is provided with a cover body (3), characterized in that: The ice storage tank (2) is located at the upper part of the machine body (1), and a stirring device (4) and an ice drop opening (5) are installed inside the ice storage tank (2), and the stirring device (4) is used to move ice cubes into the ice drop opening (5); a slideway (6) is provided on the back of the ice drop opening (5) for communication, and a flip-type baffle (7) for shielding the ice drop opening (5) is provided on the back of the ice drop opening (5); the end of the slideway (6) is an ice outlet (8); and a switch lever (9) for controlling the flip-type baffle (7) and the stirring device (4) is provided below the ice outlet (8).

2. The beverage machine ice cube dropping mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ice storage tank (2) is in the shape of an inverted trapezoid; the stirring device (4) and the ice drop opening (5) are both arranged on the inclined surface of the ice storage tank (2).

3. The beverage machine ice cube dropping mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The ice drop opening (5) is located above the stirring device (4).

4. The beverage machine ice cube dropping mechanism according to claim 1 or 3, characterized in that: The stirring device (4) comprises a rotating disk (4-1), a stirring rod (4-2) and a motor (4-3); the motor (4-3) is embedded in the ice storage tank (2), and the output end of the motor (4-3) is clamped with the rotating disk (4-1); the top surface of the rotating disk (4-1) is connected to the stirring rod (4-2).

5. The beverage machine ice cube dropping mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: One end of the slide (6) is installed on the back of the inclined surface of the ice storage tank (2), and the slide (6) is connected to the ice drop opening (5).

6. The beverage machine ice cube dropping mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The flip-type baffle (7) is provided with a motor (7-1) for driving flipping, and the slideway (6) is provided with a notch corresponding to the flip-type baffle (7).

7. The beverage machine ice cube dropping mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The switch lever (9) is provided with wires for electrical connection with the motor (7-1) and the stirring device (4).

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