Clothes care machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of clothes care, in particular to a clothes care machine, and aims to solve the problem that a water storage container of an existing clothes care machine is prone to water leakage. To this end, the clothes care machine of the present application comprises: a cabinet; the steam generator is arranged in the cabinet body; the water storage container is arranged in the cabinet body, and a water outlet is formed in the top of the water storage container; and the pump body is arranged between the water outlet and the steam generator in a communicating manner and is used for conveying the liquid in the water storage container into the steam generator. According to the water storage container, the water outlet is formed in the top of the water storage tank body, and compared with the water outlet formed in the bottom of the water storage tank body, the water leakage risk of the water storage container can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of clothing care, and specifically provides a clothing care machine. Background Art

[0002] With the accelerating pace of life and increasing demands for clothing care, clothing care machines have become essential tools for quickly removing wrinkles and stains. As the core component of a clothing care machine, the steam generator heats water to generate high-temperature steam, providing deep care for clothing. High-temperature steam not only effectively removes wrinkles but also disinfects and sterilizes, improving the cleanliness and comfort of clothing. Therefore, the performance of the steam generator directly impacts the effectiveness of the clothing care machine.

[0003] In the prior art, steam generator water storage containers have certain design drawbacks. For example, most water outlets are located at the bottom of the container, which can easily lead to leakage during use. To address this leakage, complex sealing structures are often required at the outlet. This complex sealing design not only increases production costs but also makes equipment maintenance more difficult.

[0004] In view of this, a new technical solution is needed in this field to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The present application aims to solve the above technical problem, that is, to solve the problem that the water storage container of the existing clothing care machine is prone to water leakage.

[0006] In a first aspect, the present application provides a clothing care machine, comprising:

[0007] Cabinet;

[0008] a steam generator, which is arranged in the cabinet;

[0009] A water storage container is provided in the cabinet, and a water outlet is provided on the top of the water storage container;

[0010] The pump body is connected between the water outlet and the steam generator and is used for delivering the liquid in the water storage container to the steam generator.

[0011] Optionally, the water storage container further includes:

[0012] The water outlet pipe includes a water inlet end and a water outlet end. The water inlet end is arranged in the water storage container, the water outlet end passes through the water outlet, and the pump body is connected to the water outlet end.

[0013] Optionally, the water inlet end is arranged close to the bottom wall of the water storage container.

[0014] Optionally, the cross-sectional area of the water inlet end gradually decreases along the direction of liquid flow.

[0015] Optionally, the water outlet pipe is arranged on the side wall of the water storage container.

[0016] Optionally, the clothing care machine further includes:

[0017] A connecting pipe is arranged between the pump body and the water outlet, and the connecting pipe is sealed and connected to the water outlet.

[0018] Optionally, the water storage container further includes:

[0019] The reinforcing rib is connected between the bottom wall and the side wall of the water storage container.

[0020] Optionally, a water inlet is further provided on the top of the water storage container, and the diameter of the water inlet is larger than the diameter of the water outlet.

[0021] Optionally, the water storage container further includes:

[0022] A cover body is slidably arranged on the top of the water storage container, and the cover body is used to block the water inlet.

[0023] Optionally, the clothing care machine further includes:

[0024] a water level detection element, which is disposed in the water storage container and is used to detect the liquid level value in the water storage container;

[0025] A controller is respectively connected to the water level detection element and the pump body for communication. The controller controls the pump body to operate according to the detection value of the water level detection element so as to transport the liquid in the water storage container to the steam generator.

[0026] The water outlet of the water storage container provided in this application is located at the top of the container. Compared to a bottom-mounted outlet, this helps reduce the hydrostatic pressure of the liquid, thereby minimizing the risk of leakage. Furthermore, the top-mounted outlet simplifies the sealing structure between the outlet and the pump body, making maintenance more convenient.

[0027] Furthermore, the clothing care machine provided in the present application adopts the above-mentioned water storage container to supply water to the steam generator. Therefore, the clothing care machine not only ensures the stability of the water supply, but also effectively prevents the occurrence of water leakage problems, thereby improving the performance and user experience of the clothing care machine, making it more competitive in the market. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] The preferred embodiments of the present application are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0029] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the explosion structure of a water storage container according to one embodiment of the present application;

[0030] Figure 2 is a schematic cross-sectional structural diagram of a water storage container according to one embodiment of the present application;

[0031] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of a water storage tank body according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0032] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of an enlarged partial structure of a water storage container according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0033] List of reference numerals:

[0034] 1- water tank body, 10- water outlet, 11- water outlet pipe, 111- water inlet end, 112- drainage end, 12- bottom wall, 13- side wall, 14- connecting pipe, 15- reinforcing rib, 16- water inlet, 160- chute, 17- cover body, 18- water level detection element, 2- cover body, 3- decorative panel. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0035] The preferred embodiments of the present application are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely intended to illustrate the technical principles of the present application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present application. Those skilled in the art may adjust these embodiments as needed to suit specific applications.

[0036] It should be noted that, in the description of this application, terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer" indicating directions or positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. This is merely for ease of description and does not indicate or imply that the relevant devices or components must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. Furthermore, ordinal numbers such as "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0037] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "installed" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections, electrical connections; and direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediary. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0038] The clothing care machine provided in this embodiment includes a cabinet having a care cavity formed therein for accommodating clothing. A water storage container and a steam generator are disposed within the care cavity. The water storage container stores water required for clothing care. A pump is also connected between the water storage container and the steam generator, which pumps water from the water storage container and delivers it to the steam generator. In the steam generator, the water is heated and converted into steam, which is then used to care for and clean clothing, removing dirt and wrinkles.

[0039] Please refer to Figure 1-4 , is a water storage container according to an embodiment of the present application, and the water storage container is detachably connected to the cabinet.

[0040] refer to Figure 1 For ease of processing, the water storage container is a split-body structure. Specifically, it includes a water tank body 1 and a cover assembly. The water tank body 1 defines a receiving cavity, with one side of the body open. The cover assembly is positioned on this side and is sealed to the body 1 by a snap-fit connection.

[0041] Furthermore, the cover assembly is also a split structure. Specifically, it includes a cover body 2 and a decorative panel 3 that matches its shape. The cover body 2 is sealed and snap-fitted to the water tank body 1. The cover body 2 also features a handle, allowing users to easily install and remove the water tank from the cabinet, making operation more convenient and labor-saving. The decorative panel 3 matches the shape of the cover body 2 and covers its surface.

[0042] Furthermore, the water outlet 10 of the water storage container is located at the top of the water tank body 1. Specifically, placing the water outlet 10 at the top of the water tank body 1 helps reduce the hydrostatic pressure of the liquid, thereby reducing the risk of water leakage, compared to placing the water outlet 10 at the bottom of the water tank body 1. Furthermore, placing the water outlet 10 at the top simplifies the sealing structure between the water outlet 10 and the pump body, making maintenance more convenient.

[0043] In this embodiment, the water storage container is described as a split structure. Of course, the water storage container can also be an integrated structure. If the water storage container is an integrated structure, the water outlet 10 is also provided at the top of the water storage container. This application does not limit the specific structural form of the water storage container.

[0044] In one feasible manner, a water outlet pipe 11 is further provided in the water tank body 1 so that the liquid in the water tank body 1 can be discharged more efficiently.

[0045] Specifically, the water inlet end 111 of the water outlet pipe 11 is disposed inside the water tank body 1, while the water outlet end 112 extends outside the water tank body 1 to form the water outlet 10. Under the action of the pump, liquid builds up pressure within the water outlet pipe 11. This pressure helps the liquid overcome its own gravity and frictional resistance within the pipe, allowing it to smoothly enter the water outlet pipe 11 and achieve continuous liquid delivery before ultimately being discharged to the steam generator.

[0046] In one embodiment, a water level detection element 18 is further provided within the water tank body 1. The water level detection element 18 is used to monitor the liquid level within the water tank and transmit the liquid level value to a controller. The controller is also in communication with the pump body and adjusts the operating state of the pump body based on the detected liquid level value to transport the liquid in the water tank body 1 to the steam generator.

[0047] By monitoring the liquid level in the water storage container in real time and transmitting the liquid level value data to the controller, the controller automatically adjusts the operating status of the pump body according to the received liquid level value to ensure efficient liquid delivery, enabling the clothing care machine to achieve intelligent liquid delivery. This automated control helps to improve the operating efficiency of the clothing care machine.

[0048] In one achievable manner, reference Figure 2 The drainage end 112 of the water outlet pipe 11 passes out of the water storage tank body 1 and extends a section of the pipe to form an external water outlet 10. This makes it easier to connect the pump body and the water outlet 10.

[0049] Specifically, the pump body can be directly connected to the water outlet 10 via a pipe, thus avoiding the need for complex connection operations inside the water tank body 1. Furthermore, the outlet pipe 11 extends directly outside the water tank body 1, facilitating subsequent maintenance. This allows users to inspect, adjust, or repair the water outlet 10 directly from outside the container without having to enter the water tank body 1, greatly improving operational convenience.

[0050] In one achievable manner, reference Figure 2 and 3 The water inlet end 111 is arranged close to the bottom wall 12 of the water tank body 1 , and a certain gap is set between the water inlet end 111 and the bottom wall 12 .

[0051] The bottom of the water tank body 1 is usually a liquid accumulation area. Providing the water inlet end 111 at this position helps the pump body to get as close as possible to the liquid accumulated at the bottom when extracting liquid, thereby reducing the amount of residual liquid.

[0052] Furthermore, by arranging the water inlet 111 at the bottom, the problem of liquid sedimentation for a long time in the water tank body 1 can be effectively avoided. The bottom water inlet 111 can ensure that the liquid in the container is fully extracted and flows, reducing the impact of sediment on the system.

[0053] In addition, the position of the water inlet end 111 near the bottom wall 12 helps balance the load of the pump body. Because the higher pressure of the bottom liquid can more effectively cooperate with the suction work of the pump body, it reduces the phenomenon of pump body idling and improves the overall performance and energy efficiency of the pump body.

[0054] In one achievable manner, reference Figure 2 and 3 The water outlet pipe 11 is arranged on the side wall 13 of the water tank body 1 and is integrally formed with the side wall 13.

[0055] Specifically, refer to Figure 2 The side wall 13 is formed with a rib having a through hole extending therethrough, which forms the water outlet pipe 11. This design of integrally forming the side wall 13 and the water outlet pipe 11 not only helps save internal space of the water tank body 1, but also helps simplify the manufacturing process, reduce the complexity of production and assembly, and thus reduce production costs.

[0056] Furthermore, the design of the water outlet pipe 11 and the side wall 13 being integrally formed, compared to the water outlet pipe 11 being an independent structure, can eliminate the connection structure between the water outlet pipe 11 and the water tank body 1, reduce the risk of leakage, and thus improve the sealing performance of the water tank body 1.

[0057] Furthermore, the one-piece design enables the water tank body 1 and the water outlet pipe 11 to become an integral structure, which can improve the overall structural strength and stability of the water tank body 1.

[0058] In addition, the one-piece design makes operation easier during maintenance or inspection, reduces the steps required for disassembly and reinstallation, and improves maintenance efficiency.

[0059] In one achievable manner, reference Figure 4 The cross-sectional area of the water inlet end 111 gradually decreases along the liquid flow direction. The design of the water inlet end 111 gradually decreasing in cross-sectional area, for example, the water inlet end 111 is a bell-shaped structure, which can improve the liquid extraction efficiency.

[0060] When liquid flows into the water inlet end 111 with a larger cross-sectional area, the flow rate is low, and the liquid can evenly enter the water outlet pipe 11. As the cross-sectional area of the water inlet end 111 gradually decreases, the liquid flow rate gradually increases. The gradually shrinking structural design helps the pump body to absorb liquid more efficiently.

[0061] Specifically, as the cross-sectional area decreases, the increase in liquid flow rate can enhance the pump's attraction to the liquid. A smaller cross-sectional area and higher flow rate generate a stronger negative pressure, which further enhances the pump's suction capacity, making it easier for liquid to be drawn into the pump, thereby improving liquid extraction efficiency.

[0062] In addition, as the cross-sectional area decreases, the flow of the liquid becomes smoother, reducing bubbles in the liquid flow, and the stable flow helps maintain the normal operation of the pump body.

[0063] In one embodiment, a connecting pipe 14 is provided between the pump body and the water outlet 10 to effectively guide the liquid from the water outlet 10 to the steam generator, thereby preventing turbulence or resistance during the liquid flow. The user can adjust the length and shape of the connecting pipe 14 to control the liquid flow path as needed.

[0064] Furthermore, the connecting pipe 14 is sealedly connected to the water outlet 10 to effectively prevent leakage of the liquid during the flow process.

[0065] In one achievable manner, reference Figure 2 The water tank body 1 further includes a reinforcing rib 15 connected between the bottom wall 12 and the side wall 13 of the water tank body 1 .

[0066] The structure of the reinforcing ribs 15 can effectively disperse and withstand the pressure of the liquid inside the water storage container and external impacts, especially can significantly improve the structural strength of the junction of the bottom wall 12 and the side wall 13, and enhance the structural strength of the entire water tank body 1, to prevent deformation caused by the weight of the liquid or deformation during long-term use.

[0067] In one achievable manner, reference Figure 3 The top of the water tank body 1 is also provided with a water inlet 16, the diameter of the water inlet 16 is larger than the diameter of the water outlet 10. The larger water inlet 16 allows a higher flow of water to enter the water storage container, which can significantly increase the water filling speed and facilitate the user to fill water into the water tank body 1.

[0068] In one achievable manner, reference Figure 3 The water tank body 1 is also provided with a cover 17 for blocking the water inlet 16 , which is slidably arranged on the top of the water tank body 1 .

[0069] Specifically, a chute 160 is connected to one side of the water inlet 16. The chute 160 is elongated and extends along the edge of the water inlet 16. The cover 17 is a flat plate structure that matches the size of the water inlet 16 and provides adequate sealing. The edge or bottom of the cover 17 is designed to slide smoothly within the chute 160 and seal the water inlet 16 when closed.

[0070] The cover 17 is pushed and pulled by the track on the chute 160. When the water inlet 16 needs to be opened, the user can push the cover 17 to one side, thereby removing the cover 17 from above the water inlet 16, exposing the water inlet 16, and allowing water to flow into the water tank body 1.

[0071] When closing the water inlet 16, the user pushes the cover 17 back to the other end of the chute 160 to cover the water inlet 16 and form a tight seal. The movement of the cover 17 in the chute 160 ensures that the water inlet 16 is completely closed to prevent liquid or impurities from entering.

[0072] The clothing care machine provided in the embodiments of this application has significant design benefits. Specifically, the water outlet of the water storage container of the clothing care machine is located at the top of the water tank body. This design not only ensures a stable water supply but also effectively prevents water leakage, thereby improving the performance and user experience of the clothing care machine and giving it a competitive advantage in the market.

[0073] Thus far, the technical solutions of the present application have been described in conjunction with the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it is readily understood by those skilled in the art that the scope of protection of the present application is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principles of the present application, those skilled in the art may make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after such changes or substitutions will fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. A clothing care machine, characterized in that: include: Cabinet; a steam generator, which is arranged in the cabinet; A water storage container is provided in the cabinet, and a water outlet is provided on the top of the water storage container; The pump body is connected between the water outlet and the steam generator and is used for delivering the liquid in the water storage container to the steam generator.

2. The clothing care machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water storage container also includes: The water outlet pipe includes a water inlet end and a water outlet end. The water inlet end is arranged in the water storage container, the water outlet end passes through the water outlet, and the pump body is connected to the water outlet end.

3. The clothing care machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The water inlet end is arranged close to the bottom wall of the water storage container.

4. The clothing care machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cross-sectional area of the water inlet end gradually decreases along the liquid flow direction.

5. The clothing care machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The water outlet pipe is arranged on the side wall of the water storage container.

6. The clothing care machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clothing care machine further comprises: A connecting pipe is arranged between the pump body and the water outlet, and the connecting pipe is sealed and connected to the water outlet.

7. The clothing care machine according to claim 1, characterized in that The water storage container also includes: The reinforcing rib is connected between the bottom wall and the side wall of the water storage container.

8. The clothing care machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the water storage container is also provided with a water inlet, and the diameter of the water inlet is larger than the diameter of the water outlet.

9. The clothing care machine according to claim 8, characterized in that: The water storage container also includes: A cover body is slidably arranged on the top of the water storage container, and the cover body is used to block the water inlet.

10. The clothing care machine according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that: The clothing care machine further comprises: a water level detection element, which is disposed in the water storage container and is used to detect the liquid level value in the water storage container; A controller is respectively connected to the water level detection element and the pump body for communication. The controller controls the action of the pump body according to the detection value of the water level detection element to transport the liquid in the water storage container to the steam generator.

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