Hanger assembly and range hood

By using the supporting parts and hanging ear design of the hanging rack assembly, the range hood can be installed without moving it up and down, solving the problem of large gap between the range hood and the cabinet and improving the aesthetics of the kitchen.

CN223191402UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-05VATTI CORP LTD
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Application Number
CN202422102989.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-28
Publication Date
2025-08-05
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-28

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

When installing an existing range hood, space needs to be reserved for upward and downward movement, resulting in a large gap between the range hood and the cabinets, which affects the aesthetics of the kitchen.

Method used

A hanging bracket assembly is used, including a hanging part and a hanging ear. The hanging part is surrounded by a hanging plate, a supporting plate and a limit plate to form an installation groove. The hanging ear is horizontally slidably installed in the installation groove. The upper end of the hanging ear is inserted into the limit groove, and the lower end abuts against the supporting plate, so that installation can be achieved without up and down movement.

Benefits of technology

The gap between the upper end of the range hood and the cabinet is reduced, improving the overall aesthetics of the kitchen.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a hanger assembly and a range hood, and belongs to the technical field of electric appliance fixing. The hanging rack assembly comprises a hanging bearing piece and at least one hanging lug used for hanging the hanging piece, the hanging bearing piece comprises a hanging plate, a bearing plate and a limiting plate, the hanging plate is configured to be fixed to a wall, the bearing plate is fixedly connected to the lower end of the hanging plate, the limiting plate is fixedly connected to the upper end of the hanging plate, and the hanging plate, the bearing plate and the limiting plate jointly define an installation through groove. And the limiting plate and the hanging plate jointly define a first limiting groove communicating with the mounting through groove, the hanging lug is horizontally and slidably mounted in the mounting through groove, the upper end of the hanging lug is inserted into the first limiting groove, and the lower end of the hanging lug abuts against the bearing plate.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of electrical appliance fixing, in particular to a hanging rack assembly and a range hood. Background Art

[0002] Most household appliances are wall-mounted, with the wall plate and mounting brackets integrated. Range hoods and other appliances have mounting holes on their backs. To install a range hood, you first need to raise the hood above its fixed position so the mounting brackets can fit into the holes. Then, lower the hood so the upper end of the hole abuts the angle between the wall plate and the mounting brackets. This requires ample clearance between the range hood and the cabinet above, creating a large gap between the hood and the cabinet, which is unsightly. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a hanging rack assembly, which can reduce the gap between the upper end of the range hood and the cabinet, thereby improving the overall aesthetics of the kitchen.

[0004] In order to achieve the purpose of this utility model, this utility model adopts the following technical solutions:

[0005] According to one aspect of the utility model, a hanging bracket assembly is provided, which includes a hanging member and at least one hanging ear for hanging the hanging member, the hanging member includes a hanging plate, a supporting plate and a limiting plate, the hanging plate is configured to be fixed on the wall, the supporting plate is fixed to the lower end of the hanging plate, the limiting plate is fixed to the upper end of the hanging plate, the hanging plate, the supporting plate and the limiting plate together form an installation groove, and the limiting plate and the hanging plate together surround a first limiting groove connected to the installation groove, the hanging ear is horizontally slidably installed in the installation groove, and the upper end of the hanging ear is inserted into the first limiting groove, and the lower end of the hanging ear abuts against the supporting plate.

[0006] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the supporting plate is provided with at least one first notch, and the size of the first notch is capable of allowing the hanging ear to pass through.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the supporting plate and the hanging plate are jointly surrounded by a second limiting groove that is communicated with the installation through groove, and the lower end of the hanging ear is inserted into the second limiting groove.

[0008] According to one embodiment of the present utility model, the hanging ear includes a plate and a clamping ear, the upper end of the plate is inserted into the first limiting groove, the lower end of the plate is inserted into the second limiting groove, the lower end of the clamping ear is fixed to the plate, and there is an angle between the clamping ear and the plate, and the clamping ear is configured to extend into the hanger or be hooked with the hanging ring of the hanger.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the supporting plate is the first flange of the hanging plate.

[0010] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the limiting plate is the second flange of the hanging plate.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a third flange is provided at the lower end of the plate, and one side of the third flange abuts against the inner side of the support plate. A fourth flange is provided at the upper end of the plate, and the fourth flange abuts against the inner side of the limit plate.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present utility model, it also includes a columnar positioning member, and the hanging member also includes a positioning seat, which is fixed to the upper end of the hanging plate. The positioning seat is provided with a first positioning hole, and the upper part of the plate is provided with a second positioning hole. One end of the columnar positioning member is passed through the first positioning hole and the second positioning hole.

[0013] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the limiting plate is provided with a second notch, and the positioning seat is located in the second notch.

[0014] The utility model also discloses a range hood, comprising the above-mentioned hanging bracket assembly, wherein the hanging ears are fixedly connected to the back plate of the range hood.

[0015] An embodiment of the present invention has the following advantages or beneficial effects:

[0016] The utility model provides a hanger assembly, which includes a hanging member and at least one hanging ear for hanging the hanging member. The hanging member includes a hanging plate, a supporting plate, and a limiting plate. The hanging plate is configured to be fixed to a wall. The supporting plate is fixed to the lower end of the hanging plate, and the limiting plate is fixed to the upper end of the hanging plate. The hanging plate, the supporting plate, and the limiting plate together form a mounting groove, and the limiting plate and the hanging plate together surround a first limiting groove connected to the mounting groove. The hanging ear is horizontally slidably installed in the mounting groove, and the upper end of the hanging ear is inserted into the first limiting groove, and the lower end of the hanging ear abuts against the supporting plate. When the hanging member is a range hood, the hanging ear is fixed to the back plate of the range hood. When installing the range hood, the hanging ear is horizontally slid from the left or right side of the mounting groove and inserted into the mounting groove. During installation, there is no need to move the range hood up and down, and no space is reserved for the range hood to move up and down. This reduces the gap between the upper end of the range hood and the cabinet, thereby improving the overall aesthetics of the kitchen. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] The above and other features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent by describing in detail example embodiments thereof with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0018] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a hanger assembly according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0019] Figure 2 is a side view of a hanger assembly according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0020] Figure 3 is a three-dimensional diagram showing a hanging ear installed on a hanging member according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0021] Figure 4 FIG. 1 is a side view of a hanging ear installed on a hanging member according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0022] Figure 5 The diagram shows an exemplary embodiment of the mounting ear being installed by sliding it upward through the first notch and then to the right.

[0023] Figure 6 is a perspective view of a range hood according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0024] Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view of a range hood according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0025] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 Enlarged view of part A.

[0026] Figure 9 FIG1 is a schematic diagram showing an inclined installation of a range hood according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0027] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 Magnified view of part B.

[0028] Figure 11 FIG1 is a schematic diagram showing a range hood after installation according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0029] The description of the accompanying drawings is as follows:

[0030] 1. Hanging member; 11. Hanging plate; 12. Supporting plate; 121. First notch; 13. Limiting plate; 131. Second notch; 14. First limiting groove; 15. Second limiting groove; 16. Positioning seat; 17. Mounting slot; 2. Hanging ear; 21. Plate; 211. Second positioning hole; 212. Third flange; 213. Fourth flange; 22. Clip; 3. Columnar positioning member; 4. Range hood; 5. Screw; 6. Wall. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] Example embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, example embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete and will fully convey the concepts of the example embodiments to those skilled in the art. Like reference numerals in the figures represent like or similar structures, and thus their detailed description will be omitted.

[0032] The terms "a", "an", "the", and "said" are used to indicate the presence of one or more elements / components / etc.; the terms "including" and "having" are used to express an open-ended inclusive meaning and mean that additional elements / components / etc. may be present in addition to the listed elements / components / etc.

[0033] like Figure 1-11 As shown, a hanger assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a hanger 1 and at least one hanger ear 2 for hanging the hanger.

[0034] The hanging member 1 includes a hanging plate 11, a supporting plate 12 and a limiting plate 13. The hanging plate 11 is configured to be fixed on the wall. For example, the hanging plate 11 has at least two through holes, and the hanging plate 11 is fixed to the wall 6 or the panel wall by two screws or expansion screws.

[0035] The supporting plate 12 is fixed to the lower end of the hanging plate 11, and the limiting plate 13 is fixed to the upper end of the hanging plate 11. The hanging plate 11, the supporting plate 12 and the limiting plate 13 together form a mounting groove 17. Figure 2 As shown, the limiting plate 13 and the hanging plate 11 are jointly surrounded by a first limiting groove 14 that is connected to the installation groove 17.

[0036] The hanging ear 2 is fixedly connected to a hanging part, which is any household appliance or furniture such as a range hood 4, a water heater, an air conditioner, a television, or a storage cabinet, or is other industrial equipment.

[0037] The mounting slot 17 has a top wall, a bottom wall and a rear side wall, but no left side wall and right side wall. The hanging ear 2 is horizontally slidably installed in the mounting slot 17 from the left end or the right end of the mounting slot 17, and the upper end of the hanging ear 2 is inserted into the first limiting slot 14. The limiting plate 13 limits the hanging ear 2 to prevent the upper part of the hanging ear 2 from moving away from the hanging plate 11. The lower end of the hanging ear 2 abuts against the supporting plate 12, and the supporting plate 12 supports the hanging ear 2 and the hanger.

[0038] For example, when the hanging component is a range hood 4, the hanging ear 2 is fixed to the back plate of the range hood 4. When installing the range hood 4, the hanging ear 2 is horizontally slid from the left or right side of the installation slot 17 into the installation slot 17. During installation, there is no need to move the range hood up and down, and no space is reserved for the range hood to move up and down. This reduces the gap between the upper end of the range hood and the cabinet, improving the overall aesthetics of the kitchen.

[0039] like Figure 1 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the supporting plate 12 is provided with at least one first notch 121 , and the size of the first notch 121 is such that the hanging ear 2 can pass through.

[0040] like Figure 1 、 5As shown in Figures 9-11, when installing the range hood 4, align the hanging ear 2 on the back panel of the range hood 4 with the first notch 121 above and lift the range hood 4 upward until the hanging ear 2 passes through the first notch 121 and the upper end of the hanging ear 2 is inserted into the first limiting groove 14. Then, move the range hood horizontally to the left until the hanging ear 2 slides completely into the installation groove 17, and installation is complete. This eliminates the need to reserve space for the range hood to move up and down, reduces the gap between the upper end of the range hood and the cabinet, and improves the overall aesthetics of the kitchen.

[0041] like Figure 9-11 As shown, for ease of installation, when the range hood is lifted upward, the range hood 4 can be tilted 5-15°. After the upper end of the hanging ear 2 is inserted into the first limiting groove 14, the range hood 4 is parallel to the wall 6 and slid horizontally into the installation groove 17.

[0042] like Figure 1 、 5 As shown in FIG. 8 , preferably, there are two hanging ears 2 on the back panel of the range hood, and the two hanging ears 2 are arranged opposite to each other on the left and right.

[0043] like Figure 1 As shown, there are four first notches 121, and the positions of the four first notches 121 correspond to C, D, E, and F respectively. The spacing between the two hanging ears 2 is L1, the spacing between the first notch 121 at position D and the first notch 121 at position F is L2, and the spacing between the first notch 121 at position C and the first notch 121 at position E is L3, L1=L2=L3.

[0044] Of course, after the hanging ear 2 passes through the first notch 121 and the upper end of the hanging ear 2 is inserted into the first limiting groove 14, the range hood is not limited to being moved horizontally to the left. Figure 5 As shown, when the hanging ear 2 passes through the first notch 121 and the upper end of the hanging ear 2 is inserted into the first limiting groove 14, the range hood can also be moved horizontally to the right. Those skilled in the art can choose to slide left or right according to actual needs.

[0045] like Figure 2 、 4 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, the supporting plate 12 and the hanging plate 11 are jointly surrounded by a second limiting groove 15 connected to the installation groove 17, and the lower end of the hanging ear 2 is inserted into the second limiting groove 15 to limit the lower end of the hanging ear 2 and prevent the lower end of the hanging ear 2 from slipping.

[0046] like Figure 1 、 2 As shown in Figures 4 and 8, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the cross-section of the hanging ear 2 is Y-shaped, and the hanging ear 2 includes a plate 21 and a clamping ear 22. The upper end of the plate 21 is inserted into the first limiting groove 14, and the lower end of the plate 21 is inserted into the second limiting groove 15.

[0047] The lower end of the latch 22 is fixed to the plate 21 , and an angle is formed between the latch 22 and the plate 21 . The latch 22 is configured to extend into the hanger or be hooked with a hanging ring of the hanger.

[0048] For example, a hanging hole is provided on the back panel of the range hood, and the latch 22 extends into the hanging hole, so that the latch 22 can lift the range hood.

[0049] like Figure 2 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the supporting plate 12 is the first flange of the hanging plate 11, and the angle between the supporting plate 12 and the hanging plate 11 is 15-90 degrees, preferably 45 degrees.

[0050] like Figure 2 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the limiting plate 13 is the second flange of the hanging plate 11, and the angle between the limiting plate 13 and the hanging plate 11 is 15-60 degrees, preferably 45 degrees.

[0051] like Figure 2 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a third flange 212 is provided at the lower end of the plate 21 , and a fourth flange 213 is provided at the upper end of the plate 21 .

[0052] like Figure 4 As shown, one side surface of the third flange 212 abuts against the inner side surface of the supporting plate 12 , and the fourth flange 213 abuts against the inner side surface of the limiting plate 13 .

[0053] like Figure 1 、 2 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, it also includes a columnar positioning member 3, and the hanging member 1 also includes a positioning seat 16. The positioning seat 16 is fixed to the upper end of the hanging plate 11. The positioning seat 16 is provided with a first positioning hole, and the fourth flange 213 is provided with a second positioning hole 211. One end of the columnar positioning member 3 is passed through the first positioning hole and the second positioning hole 211 to realize the positioning of the hanging ear 2 and the range hood to prevent the range hood from shaking and falling off during operation.

[0054] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the columnar positioning member 3 is a threaded nail, and the second positioning hole 211 is a threaded hole adapted to the threaded nail, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the columnar positioning member 3 and the second positioning hole 211, thereby reducing vibration noise.

[0055] like Figure 1 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the limiting plate 13 is provided with a second notch 131 , and the positioning seat 16 is located in the second notch 131 .

[0056] Of course, the positioning seat 16 is not limited to being located in the second notch 131. For example, the positioning seat 16 can also be fixed on the limiting plate 13. The limiting plate 13 has a third positioning hole corresponding to the first positioning hole, and the columnar positioning member 3 is passed through the first positioning hole, the second positioning hole and the third positioning hole.

[0057] The utility model further discloses a range hood, comprising the above-mentioned hanging bracket assembly, wherein the hanging ear 2 is fixedly connected to the back plate of the range hood 4 .

[0058] like Figure 8 As shown, for example, at least one through hole is formed on the plate 21, and a threaded hole is formed on the back plate of the range hood 4. The plate 21 is fixed to the back plate of the range hood by screws 5 that match the threaded hole.

[0059] Since the range hood of the present invention is fixed to the wall by using the above-mentioned hanging bracket assembly, the gap between the range hood and the upper cabinet is reduced, thereby improving the overall aesthetics of the kitchen.

[0060] In the embodiments of the present invention, the term "plurality" refers to two or more, unless otherwise specified. Terms such as "installed," "connected," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in the embodiments of the present invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0061] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it is necessary to understand that the terms "upper" and "lower" etc. indicating directions or positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or unit referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limitations on the embodiments of the present invention.

[0062] Throughout this specification, terms such as "one embodiment" and "a preferred embodiment" mean that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with that embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0063] The above is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. For those skilled in the art, the present invention can be modified and varied in various ways. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A rack assembly, characterized in that: The hanger assembly comprises a hanging member (1) and at least one hanging ear (2) for hanging the hanging member, the hanging member (1) comprises a hanging plate (11), a supporting plate (12) and a limiting plate (13), the hanging plate (11) is configured to be fixed on a wall, the supporting plate (12) is fixed to the lower end of the hanging plate (11), the limiting plate (13) is fixed to the upper end of the hanging plate (11), the hanging plate (11), the supporting plate (12) Together with the limiting plate (13), a mounting groove (17) is formed, and the limiting plate (13) and the hanging plate (11) are jointly provided with a first limiting groove (14) connected to the mounting groove (17); the hanging ear (2) is horizontally slidably installed in the mounting groove (17), and the upper end of the hanging ear (2) is inserted into the first limiting groove (14), and the lower end of the hanging ear (2) is in contact with the supporting plate (12).

2. The rack assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The supporting plate (12) is provided with at least one first notch (121), and the size of the first notch (121) is such that the hanging ear (2) can pass through.

3. The rack assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The supporting plate (12) and the hanging plate (11) are jointly provided with a second limiting groove (15) communicating with the installation through groove (17), and the lower end of the hanging ear (2) is inserted into the second limiting groove (15).

4. The rack assembly according to claim 3, wherein: The hanging ear (2) comprises a plate (21) and a clip (22), the upper end of the plate (21) is inserted into the first limiting groove (14), the lower end of the plate (21) is inserted into the second limiting groove (15), the lower end of the clip (22) is fixed to the plate (21), and an angle is formed between the clip (22) and the plate (21), and the clip (22) is configured to extend into the hanging part or be hooked and connected to the hanging ring of the hanging part.

5. The rack assembly according to claim 4, wherein: The supporting plate (12) is the first flange of the hanging plate (11).

6. The rack assembly according to claim 5, wherein: The limiting plate (13) is a second flange of the hanging plate (11).

7. The rack assembly according to claim 6, wherein: A third flange (212) is provided at the lower end of the plate (21), and one side of the third flange (212) abuts against the inner side of the supporting plate (12). A fourth flange (213) is provided at the upper end of the plate (21), and the fourth flange (213) abuts against the inner side of the limiting plate (13).

8. The rack assembly according to claim 4, wherein: The support member (1) further comprises a columnar positioning member (3), the support member (1) further comprises a positioning seat (16), the positioning seat (16) is fixed to the upper end of the hanging plate (11), a first positioning hole is provided in the positioning seat (16), a second positioning hole (211) is provided in the upper part of the plate member (21), and one end of the columnar positioning member (3) is passed through the first positioning hole and the second positioning hole (211).

9. The rack assembly according to claim 8, wherein: The limiting plate (13) is provided with a second notch (131), and the positioning seat (16) is located in the second notch (131).

10. A range hood, characterized in that: It comprises the hanger assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the hanger (2) is fixedly connected to the back panel of the range hood.