Additive feeding system for clothes cleaning equipment and clothes cleaning equipment

By introducing temporary storage chambers and diverting mechanisms into the clothing cleaning equipment, combined with pump and check valve design, the water overflow problem is solved, and the smooth release of additives and the cleaning and hygiene of the equipment is achieved.

CN223214326UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-12PANASONIC APPLIANCES (CHINA) CO LTD +1
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Application Number
CN202422583144.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-25
Publication Date
2025-08-12
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-25

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Technical Problem

Existing clothing cleaning equipment can easily cause overflow problems when the water inlet and additive mixing stage or the water inlet stage alone, when the flow rate or pressure is too high.

Method used

The temporary storage chamber, diverting mechanism and branch runner design is adopted. Part of the inlet water is diverted to the temporary storage chamber through the diverting mechanism to prevent overflow, and the additives are ensured smoothly discharged through the pump and bevel design. The flow distribution is controlled in combination with the one-way valve to prevent residue.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents overflow caused by excessive water inlet flow, keeps the pipeline clean, and ensures smooth delivery of additives and the hygiene status of the equipment.

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Abstract

The utility model provides an additive feeding system for clothes cleaning equipment and the clothes cleaning equipment, and the additive feeding system comprises a temporary storage cavity (300) which is used for temporarily storing and / or diluting an additive; the flow dividing mechanism comprises a water inlet channel (53), a first water outlet channel (51) and a second water outlet channel (52), and the first water outlet channel (51) and the second water outlet channel (52) are both connected to the water inlet channel (53); the first water outlet channel (51) is connected to the main flow channel (L1), and the main flow channel (L1) is communicated with the temporary storage cavity (300); the main flow channel (L1) is connected with at least one additive box (400); the second water outlet channel (52) is connected to the branch flow channel (L2), and the branch flow channel (L2) is communicated with the temporary storage cavity (300) without passing through the additive box (400).
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Technical Field

[0001] The present application belongs to the technical field of clothing cleaning, and in particular relates to an additive delivery system for clothing cleaning equipment and clothing cleaning equipment. Background Art

[0002] Many existing washing machines feature automatic additive dosing systems, which automatically add detergent, softener, and other additives. Users only need to add a large amount of additives at once, eliminating the need for manual refills each time the machine is used. Automatic additive dosing requires a water inlet valve to allow water to mix with the additives, and the additive piping must be flushed before or after use. Otherwise, small amounts of additive residue in the pipes can easily cling to them for extended periods.

[0003] During the stage of mixing water with additives or the stage of water intake alone, if the water flow rate or water pressure is too large, water overflow may occur. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present application aims to propose an additive delivery system for a clothing cleaning device, so as to solve or alleviate the overflow problem that may occur when flushing pipes.

[0005] The embodiments of the present application provide an additive delivery system for a clothing cleaning device, comprising:

[0006] A temporary storage chamber, wherein the temporary storage chamber is used for temporarily storing and / or diluting additives;

[0007] A diversion mechanism, the diversion mechanism comprising a water inlet channel, a first water outlet channel and a second water outlet channel, wherein the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel are both connected to the water inlet channel;

[0008] A main channel, the first water outlet channel is connected to the main channel, and the main channel is connected to the temporary storage cavity;

[0009] an additive box, at least one of the additive boxes being connected to the main flow channel; and

[0010] A branch channel, the second water outlet channel is connected to the branch channel, and the branch channel is connected to the temporary storage chamber without passing through the additive box.

[0011] When the water inlet flow rate is large, the diversion mechanism can divert part of the water inlet into the temporary storage chamber through the branch channel to prevent overflow when the water inlet flow rate is large.

[0012] In at least one possible embodiment, the temporary storage chamber includes an S-shaped channel, the S-shaped channel is connected to the branch channel, and the downstream end of the S-shaped channel and the downstream end of the main channel intersect near the temporary storage chamber liquid outlet of the temporary storage chamber.

[0013] The S-shaped channel can prevent the liquid (additive) in the main channel from flowing back through the branch channel or flowing to other locations, so that the liquid (additive) in the main channel is discharged from the liquid outlet of the temporary storage cavity as directly as possible.

[0014] In at least one possible embodiment, the diverter mechanism is a diverter valve, and in the water flow direction, the diverter valve is located on the upstream side of the additive box.

[0015] By adjusting the flow distribution of the two water outlet channels of the diverter valve, the flow of water for flushing the additives (ie, the water in the main channel) and the flow of water diverted by the branch channel can be controlled.

[0016] In at least one possible embodiment, the additive dosing system further includes a pump, wherein the pump includes a pump inlet and a pump outlet.

[0017] The temporary storage chamber is provided with a temporary storage chamber liquid outlet. Inside the temporary storage chamber, the bottom surface between the pump outlet and the temporary storage chamber liquid outlet comprises an inclined surface, and the temporary storage chamber liquid outlet is located at a lower end of the inclined surface.

[0018] The additive can be smoothly flushed to the liquid outlet of the temporary storage chamber and flow out, preventing the additive from remaining in the temporary storage chamber and keeping the temporary storage chamber clean and hygienic.

[0019] In at least one possible implementation, the diversion mechanism is configured so that a flow rate of the first water outlet channel is greater than a flow rate of the second water outlet channel.

[0020] In at least one possible implementation, a cross-sectional area of the first water outlet channel is greater than a cross-sectional area of the second water outlet channel.

[0021] In at least one possible embodiment, the first water outlet channel is located below the water inlet channel, and the second water outlet channel is located above the water inlet channel.

[0022] In at least one possible embodiment, the first water outlet channel is provided with a first one-way valve, and the first one-way valve can prevent the fluid from flowing from the first water outlet channel to the water inlet channel.

[0023] The second water outlet channel is provided with a second one-way valve, and the second one-way valve can prevent the fluid from flowing from the second water outlet channel to the water inlet channel.

[0024] The opening resistance of the first one-way valve is smaller than the opening resistance of the second one-way valve, so that the opening degree of the first one-way valve is larger than the opening degree of the second one-way valve; or

[0025] The first water outlet channel is not provided with a one-way valve, and the second water outlet channel is provided with a second one-way valve, which can prevent fluid from flowing from the second water outlet channel to the water inlet channel.

[0026] The present application also proposes a clothing cleaning device, which includes the additive delivery system described in any one of the above-mentioned timely solutions.

[0027] In at least one possible embodiment, the additive cartridge comprises at least a first additive cartridge and a second additive cartridge.

[0028] The first additive box is connected to a first additive valve, which is a one-way valve and is connected to the first water outlet channel.

[0029] The second additive box is connected to a second additive valve, which is a three-way valve.

[0030] The one-way valve has a simpler structure and lower cost than the three-way valve. When the second additive box is cut off, a pump can be used to generate negative pressure to open the one-way valve and suck out the additive in the first additive box. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing a portion of the internal structure of a laundry cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0032] Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing a portion of the internal structure of a laundry cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application from another angle is shown.

[0033] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of a partial structure of an additive delivery system according to an embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0034] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of a partial structure of an additive delivery system according to an embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0035] Figure 5 A cross-sectional view showing a partial structure of an additive dosing system according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0036] Figure 6 Another cross-sectional view showing a partial structure of the additive dosing system according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0037] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of the temporary storage chamber of a clothes cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0038] Figure 8A schematic structural diagram of an additive box body of a clothes cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0039] Figure 9 A schematic structural diagram of an additive box of a clothes cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0040] Figure 10 A schematic diagram showing the connection relationship of a clothing cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0041] Figure 11 A schematic structural diagram of a venturi tube of a clothes cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0042] Figure 12 A cross-sectional view of a venturi tube of a laundry cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0043] Description of Reference Numerals

[0044] 100 Vent Box Assembly

[0045] 200 buckets

[0046] 300 Temporary storage chamber 301 Temporary storage chamber liquid outlet 302 Temporary storage chamber exhaust port

[0047] 400 Additive Box

[0048] 401 liquid channel 4011 additive box liquid inlet 4012 additive box liquid outlet

[0049] 402 gas channel 4021 additive box air inlet 4022 additive box air outlet

[0050] 403 Additive box body 404 Washing plate

[0051] L1 main channel L2 branch channel

[0052] 11 bucket air pressure pipe 12 temporary storage chamber air pressure pipe 15 additive inlet pipe

[0053] 3 Venturi tube 31 liquid outlet 32 water inlet 33 additive inlet

[0054] 5 Diverter valve 51 First water outlet channel 52 Second water outlet channel 521 Second one-way valve 53 Water inlet channel

[0055] 6 pumps

[0056] 7 First additive valve

[0057] 8 Second additive valve

[0058] 9 Third additive valve

[0059] X is the front-back direction, Y is the left-right direction, and Z is the up-down direction. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0060] In order to more clearly illustrate the above-mentioned purposes, features and advantages of the present application, this section describes in detail the specific embodiments of the present application in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In addition to the various embodiments described in this section, the present application can also be implemented in other different ways. Without violating the spirit of the present application, those skilled in the art can make corresponding improvements, deformations and substitutions. Therefore, the present application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed in this section. The scope of protection of this application shall be based on the claims.

[0061] like Figures 1 to 12 As shown, an embodiment of the present application provides a clothes cleaning device, which includes a ventilation box assembly 100, a water bucket 200 and an additive delivery system. The water bucket 200 can hold water for cleaning clothes. The ventilation box assembly 100 is formed with a receiving space P, which can hold liquid (e.g., additives and water). The additive box 400 can store one or more additives. The temporary storage chamber 300 and the additive box 400 can be arranged below the water bucket 200, and the ventilation box assembly 100 can be arranged above the water bucket 200.

[0062] The clothes cleaning device may be, for example, a drum washing machine, and a front side of the drum washing machine in the front-to-rear direction X may have a clothes loading port.

[0063] The additive delivery system includes a temporary storage chamber 300 , an additive box 400 , a diversion mechanism, a pump 6 , a main flow channel L1 and a branch flow channel L2 .

[0064] The additive cartridge 400 is used to hold additives, and the temporary storage chamber 300 is used to temporarily store and / or dilute additives. The temporary storage chamber 300 is directly or indirectly connected to a first water inlet valve FV1 to allow water to flow into the temporary storage chamber 300 to dilute the additives. The additive cartridge 400 and the temporary storage chamber assembly 300 are connected via an additive valve, which controls the flow between the additive cartridge 400 and the temporary storage chamber assembly 300.

[0065] like Figure 7 and Figure 9 As shown, the temporary storage chamber 300 is provided with a temporary storage chamber liquid outlet 301 and a temporary storage chamber exhaust port 302. The additive box 400 is provided with a liquid channel 401 and a gas channel 402.

[0066] The liquid channel 401 is provided with an additive box liquid inlet 4011 and an additive box liquid outlet 4012 at both ends, and the gas channel 402 is provided with an additive box air inlet 4021 and an additive box air outlet 4022 at both ends. The liquid channel 401 and the gas channel 402 extend along the front-to-back direction X of the laundry cleaning device as a whole.

[0067] The temporary storage chamber liquid outlet 301 is connected to the additive cartridge liquid inlet 4011, and the temporary storage chamber exhaust port 302 is connected to the additive cartridge air inlet 4021. One end of the gas channel 402 (i.e., the additive cartridge air inlet 4021) can be connected to the temporary storage chamber exhaust port 302, and the other end of the gas channel 402 (i.e., the additive cartridge air outlet 4022) can be connected to the accommodating space P of the vent box assembly 100 via the temporary storage chamber air pressure tube 12.

[0068] The pump 6 is used to pump the additive in the additive chamber 400 to the temporary storage chamber 300 . The pump 6 may be located at the rear side of the temporary storage chamber 300 , which makes the pump 6 easy to maintain.

[0069] By using the additive box 400 to form the liquid channel 401 and the gas channel 402, the temporary storage chamber liquid outlet 301 and the temporary storage chamber exhaust port 302 located on the rear side of the clothing cleaning device can be transferred to the front of the clothing cleaning device without the need for independent pipelines, which facilitates the arrangement of (other) pipelines, can fully utilize the space, and makes the structure compact.

[0070] like Figure 9 As shown, the additive box 400 includes an additive box body 403 and a washing plate 404. The additive box body 403 is used to hold additives. The additive box body 403 and the washing plate 404 are connected together to form a liquid channel 401 and a gas channel 402. In the left-right direction Y of the laundry cleaning device, the washing plate 404 can be located on one side of the additive box body 403. The liquid channel 401 and the gas channel 402 enclosed by the additive box body 403 and the washing plate 404 can facilitate manufacturing and reduce costs.

[0071] The liquid channel 401 and the gas channel 402 are separated. For the portions of the liquid channel 401 and the gas channel 402 extending along the front-to-back direction X, the gas channel 402 can be located above the liquid channel 401 in the up-down direction Z of the laundry cleaning device. The separation of the liquid channel 401 and the gas channel 402 allows the liquid and gas to be transported separately. Even if a leak occurs in the liquid channel 401, the liquid will not leak into the gas channel 402.

[0072] The additive box liquid outlet 4012 and / or the additive box air outlet 4022 can be located in the additive box body 403 or the wash plate 404. Providing the additive box liquid outlet 4012 or the additive box air outlet 4022 in the additive box body or the wash plate 404 facilitates the formation.

[0073] The diversion mechanism includes an inlet channel 53, a first outlet channel 51, and a second outlet channel 52. The first outlet channel 51 and the second outlet channel 52 are both connected to the inlet channel 53. The first outlet channel 51 is connected to the main channel L1, which is connected to the temporary storage chamber 300. The main channel L1 is connected to at least one additive storage portion of the additive box 400 described later. The second outlet channel 52 is connected to the branch channel L2, which is connected to the temporary storage chamber 300 without passing through the additive box 400. Figure 4 In FIG, a solid arrow indicates the main flow channel L1 , and a dotted arrow indicates the main flow channel L2 .

[0074] When the inlet flow rate is large, the diverter valve 5 can divert a portion of the inlet water through the branch channel L2 and temporarily store it in the temporary storage chamber 300 to prevent overflow when the inlet flow rate is large.

[0075] Optionally, the diverter mechanism may be a diverter valve 5, which includes an inlet channel 53, a first outlet channel 51, and a second outlet channel 52. Furthermore, the diverter mechanism (diverter valve 5) is configured so that the flow rate of the first outlet channel 51 is greater than the flow rate of the second outlet channel 52.

[0076] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 10 Specifically, the first water outlet channel 51 may be provided with a first one-way valve, which can prevent fluid from flowing from the first water outlet channel 51 to the water inlet channel 53. The second water outlet channel 52 may be provided with a second one-way valve 521, which can prevent fluid from flowing from the second water outlet channel 52 to the water inlet channel 53. The opening resistance of the first one-way valve is smaller than the opening resistance of the second one-way valve 521. When water flows into the water inlet channel 53, the first and second one-way valves 521 can be opened under the action of water pressure. The opening degree of the first one-way valve is greater than that of the second one-way valve 521, so that the flow rate of the first water outlet channel 51 is greater than the flow rate of the second water outlet channel 52.

[0077] In another possible embodiment, the first water outlet channel 51 may not be provided with a one-way valve, and the second water outlet channel 52 may be provided with a second one-way valve 521. The second one-way valve 521 can prevent fluid from flowing from the second water outlet channel 52 to the water inlet channel 53. When water enters the water inlet channel 53, the water can flow directly to the first water outlet channel 51. Under the action of water pressure, the second one-way valve 521 can be opened to flow to the second water outlet channel 52, so that the flow rate of the first water outlet channel 51 is greater than the flow rate of the second water outlet channel 52.

[0078] Optionally, the first water outlet channel 51 may be located below the water inlet channel 53 , and the second water outlet channel 52 may be located above the water inlet channel 53 , so that under the action of gravity, the flow rate of the first water outlet channel 51 may be greater than the flow rate of the second water outlet channel 52 .

[0079] like Figure 10 As shown, in the water flow direction, the diverter valve 5 can be located on the upstream side of the additive box 400. By adjusting the flow distribution of the two water outlet channels (i.e., the first water outlet channel 51 and the second water outlet channel 52) of the diverter valve 5, the flow rate of the water for flushing the additive (i.e., the water in the main channel L1) and the flow rate of the water diverted by the branch channel L2 can be controlled.

[0080] It is understood that in other possible embodiments, the diversion mechanism may be a tee pipe, which may include a water inlet channel, a first water outlet channel, and a second water outlet channel. The cross-sectional area of the first water outlet channel is larger than the cross-sectional area of the second water outlet channel, and the water flow rates of the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel are controlled by the cross-sectional areas of the channels, such that the flow rate of the first water outlet channel is greater than the flow rate of the second water outlet channel.

[0081] like Figures 3 to 5 As shown, the temporary storage chamber 300 includes an S-shaped channel, which is connected to the branch channel L2. The downstream end of the S-shaped channel and the downstream end of the main channel L1 intersect near the temporary storage chamber liquid outlet 301 of the temporary storage chamber 300. The S-shaped channel can prevent the liquid (additive) in the main channel L1 from flowing back or flowing to other locations through the branch channel L2.

[0082] like Figure 4 As shown, pump 6 includes a pump inlet 61 and a pump outlet 62. Within temporary storage chamber 300, the bottom surface between pump outlet 62 and temporary storage chamber liquid outlet 301 includes an inclined surface, with temporary storage chamber liquid outlet 301 located at the lower end of the inclined surface. This allows additives to be smoothly flushed to and out of temporary storage chamber liquid outlet 301, preventing additives from remaining in the temporary storage chamber and maintaining a clean and hygienic environment.

[0083] The additive cartridge 400 may include multiple additive receptacles, each connected to the storage chamber assembly 300 via an additive valve. The additive valve is used to control the flow path between the additive receptacle and the temporary storage chamber assembly 300. Each additive receptacle may be connected to an additive valve. The additive valve is located at the rear of the temporary storage chamber 300, making the valves easily accessible for maintenance. Each additive receptacle may be used to hold a specific additive. For example, multiple additive receptacles may each hold detergent, softener, conditioner, etc.

[0084] Furthermore, the multiple additive receptacles include at least a first additive cartridge and a second additive cartridge, and the additive valves include a first additive valve 7 and a second additive valve 8. The first additive cartridge can be connected to the first additive valve 7, which can be a one-way valve and connected to the first water outlet channel 51. The second additive cartridge can be connected to the second additive valve 8, which can be a three-way valve.

[0085] There is no need to set up a three-way valve for each additive container. The one-way valve has a simpler structure and lower cost than the three-way valve. When the second additive box 8 is cut off, the pump 6 can be used to form a negative pressure to open the one-way valve and suck out the additive in the first additive box.

[0086] In this embodiment, the plurality of additive containing parts further include a third additive cartridge 9, and the additive valve further includes a third additive valve 9. The third additive valve 9 is a three-way valve, and the second additive valve 8 and the third additive valve 9 are connected together.

[0087] The one-way valve has a simpler structure and lower cost than the three-way valve. When the second additive box 8 and the third additive box 9 are disconnected, the pump 6 can be used to form a negative pressure to open the one-way valve and suck out the additive in the first additive box.

[0088] The vent box assembly 100 connects the accommodating space P to the outside atmosphere via an exhaust port. One end of a water tub air pressure pipe 11 connects to the upper portion of the accommodating space P, while the other end of the water tub air pressure pipe 11 connects to the water tub 200 of the laundry cleaning apparatus. Thus, the water tub air pressure pipe 11 allows the water tub 200 to communicate with the atmosphere through the vent box assembly 100.

[0089] One end of the temporary storage chamber air pressure tube 12 can be connected to the upper portion of the accommodating space P, and the other end of the temporary storage chamber air pressure tube 12 is connected to the temporary storage chamber 300 via the gas channel 402. Thus, the temporary storage chamber 300 can be connected to the atmosphere through the vent box assembly 100 via the temporary storage chamber air pressure tube 12.

[0090] After water enters the accommodating space P of the ventilation box assembly 100 (for example, water carried by foam), water can be prevented or reduced from entering the water bucket air pressure pipe 11 and the temporary storage chamber air pressure pipe 12, thereby affecting the ventilation effect of the water bucket 200 and the temporary storage chamber 300.

[0091] like Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, the vent box assembly 100 includes a venturi tube 3, which includes a water inlet 32, a liquid outlet 31, and an additive inlet 33. The additive inlet 33 is located at the constricted throat of the venturi tube 3 and can be connected to the temporary storage chamber 300 via the additive inlet pipe 15 and the liquid channel 402. The liquid outlet 31 is connected to the water bucket 200 via a water inlet pipe 34, which can communicate with the front and upper sides of the water bucket 200. The water inlet 32 can be connected to a second water inlet valve FV2. When the second water inlet valve FV2 is open, the faucet can supply water to the venturi tube 3.

[0092] When water flows from the water inlet 32 to the liquid outlet 31, negative pressure will be formed at the contraction throat of the venturi tube 3. The additives in the temporary storage chamber 300 can be sucked into the venturi tube 3 by the negative pressure formed by the venturi tube 3 and mixed and diluted with water, and supplied to the water bucket 200 through the water inlet pipe 34. The present application uses a simple structure to achieve the absorption and dilution of additives.

[0093] In the vertical direction Z, the venturi tube 3 can be located above the pump 6. By providing two extraction mechanisms, the pump 6 and the venturi tube 3, to deliver the additive to the water bucket 200, the pressure on the extraction mechanism can be reduced compared to using only one extraction mechanism, thereby increasing the extraction mechanism's service life and reducing the risk of water leakage. The pump 6 only performs the task of extracting the additive and does not need to supply water. A pump 6 with higher precision and lower pressure can be used, thereby improving the accuracy of additive delivery.

[0094] The water inlet pipe 34 allows additives and water to be delivered from the drum opening on the front side of the laundry cleaning device to the upper surface of the laundry, achieving a good washing effect. Water flows from the liquid outlet 31 of the venturi tube 3 through the water inlet pipe 34 into the water bucket 200, achieving a high-pressure water spray effect, which is beneficial for foaming and a good spraying effect.

[0095] In the front-to-back direction X of the laundry cleaning device, the additive inlet 33 (connected to the additive inlet pipe 15) can be located at the front side of the vent box assembly 100. This can shorten the length of the additive inlet pipe 15 located at the front side of the laundry cleaning device and occupy less space.

[0096] It should be understood that at least some aspects or features of the above-mentioned embodiments, examples or examples may be appropriately combined.

[0097] It is understood that in this application, when the number of parts or components is not specifically limited, the number may be one or more, and the term "plurality" herein refers to two or more. Where the number of parts or components is shown in the drawings and / or described in the specification as a specific number, such as two, three, or four, the specific number is generally illustrative and not restrictive, and may be understood as a plurality, i.e., two or more. However, this does not mean that this application excludes the case of one.

[0098] In this application, unless otherwise clearly stated or limited, terms such as "install", "assemble", "connect", "connect", "couple", "link", "abut", "connect", "interconnect", "communicate", "conduct", "fix", "fasten", etc. should be understood in a broad sense, for example, they can be direct or indirect. For example, with respect to connection, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integrated connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements, unless otherwise clearly stated or limited. For example, with respect to connectivity / conduction, it can be direct connectivity / conduction or indirect connectivity / conduction through an intermediate medium. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0099] In the present application, unless otherwise clearly stated or limited, a component provided on / installed on / located on / accommodated on / placed in, within, inside, etc. another component may be any of the following two situations: a part or most of the one component is located in the other component; and the one component is completely accommodated in the other component.

[0100] While the present application has been described in detail using the above-described embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present application is not limited to the embodiments described in this specification. The present application can be modified and implemented as modified embodiments without departing from the subject matter and scope of the present application as defined by the claims. Therefore, the descriptions in this specification are for illustrative purposes only and do not have any limiting meaning with respect to the present application.

Claims

1. An additive delivery system for a clothing cleaning device, characterized in that: include: A temporary storage chamber (300), wherein the temporary storage chamber (300) is used for temporarily storing and / or diluting additives; a diversion mechanism, the diversion mechanism comprising a water inlet channel (53), a first water outlet channel (51), and a second water outlet channel (52), wherein the first water outlet channel (51) and the second water outlet channel (52) are both connected to the water inlet channel (53); A main channel (L1), the first water outlet channel (51) is connected to the main channel (L1), and the main channel (L1) is connected to the temporary storage chamber (300); An additive box (400), the main channel (L1) is connected to at least one additive box (400); as well as A branch channel (L2), the second water outlet channel (52) is connected to the branch channel (L2), and the branch channel (L2) is connected to the temporary storage chamber (300) without passing through the additive box (400).

2. The additive delivery system for a clothing cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The temporary storage chamber (300) comprises an S-shaped channel, the S-shaped channel is connected to the branch channel (L2), and the downstream end of the S-shaped channel and the downstream end of the main channel (L1) intersect near the temporary storage chamber liquid outlet (301) of the temporary storage chamber (300).

3. The additive delivery system for a clothing cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The diversion mechanism is a diversion valve (5), and in the direction of water flow, the diversion valve (5) is located on the upstream side of the additive box (400).

4. The additive delivery system for a clothing cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also included is a pump (6), said pump (6) including a pump inlet (61) and a pump outlet (62), The temporary storage chamber (300) is provided with a temporary storage chamber liquid outlet (301). Inside the temporary storage chamber (300), the bottom surface between the pump outlet (62) and the temporary storage chamber liquid outlet (301) comprises an inclined surface, and the temporary storage chamber liquid outlet (301) is located at the lower end of the inclined surface.

5. The additive delivery system for a clothing cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The diversion mechanism is configured so that the flow rate of the first water outlet channel (51) is greater than the flow rate of the second water outlet channel (52).

6. The additive delivery system for a clothing cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cross-sectional area of the first water outlet channel (51) is greater than the cross-sectional area of the second water outlet channel (52).

7. The additive delivery system for a clothing cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first water outlet channel (51) is located below the water inlet channel (53), and the second water outlet channel (52) is located above the water inlet channel (53).

8. The additive delivery system for a clothing cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first water outlet channel (51) is provided with a first one-way valve, and the first one-way valve is capable of preventing fluid from flowing from the first water outlet channel (51) to the water inlet channel (53). The second water outlet channel (52) is provided with a second one-way valve (521), and the second one-way valve (521) can prevent the fluid from flowing from the second water outlet channel (52) to the water inlet channel (53). The opening resistance of the first one-way valve is smaller than the opening resistance of the second one-way valve (521), so that the opening degree of the first one-way valve is larger than the opening degree of the second one-way valve (521); or The first water outlet channel (51) is not provided with a one-way valve, and the second water outlet channel (52) is provided with a second one-way valve (521), and the second one-way valve (521) can prevent fluid from flowing from the second water outlet channel (52) to the water inlet channel (53).

9. A clothes cleaning device, characterized in that: The laundry cleaning device comprises the additive dosing system according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. The clothes cleaning device according to claim 9, characterized in that The additive box (400) comprises at least a first additive box and a second additive box, The first additive box is connected to a first additive valve (7), which is a one-way valve. The first additive valve (7) is connected to the first water outlet channel (51). The second additive box is connected to a second additive valve (8), and the second additive valve (8) is a three-way valve.