Air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of air conditioning, and particularly provides an air conditioner. The utility model aims to solve the problem that the panel of the existing air conditioner is difficult to disassemble. Therefore, the air conditioner comprises a machine body, a panel and at least one connecting component, one of the machine body and the panel is rotationally connected with the connecting component; the other one of the machine body and the panel is connected with the connecting component in an inserted mode, and an elastic retaining structure is arranged on the other one of the machine body and the panel. Under the normal state, the retaining structure interferes with the connecting component in the inserting direction of the connecting component so as to stop the connecting component. And moreover, the retaining structure can be stressed to deform to a state that the retaining structure is separated from the connecting component in the inserting direction of the connecting component, so that the connecting component is separated from the other retaining structure. The air conditioner provided by the utility model overcomes the technical problems.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of air conditioning, and specifically provides an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] An air conditioner is a household appliance primarily used to regulate indoor temperature and provide a comfortable living or working environment. It uses a closed refrigeration cycle, utilizing the refrigerant's changing state (liquefaction and vaporization) to absorb heat from the room and release it outdoors in the summer, thereby cooling the room. In the winter, a reverse cycle is used to raise the indoor temperature.

[0003] Existing air conditioners generally have a panel, which can not only beautify the appearance of the air conditioner, but also allow users to clean the filter in the air conditioner or disinfect the interior of the air conditioner by opening the panel.

[0004] However, after the panel of the existing air conditioner is opened, the operating space provided to the user is limited. Therefore, when the air conditioner is deep cleaned or deep sterilized, it is often necessary to disassemble the entire panel to provide more operating space for the user.

[0005] However, the panel of the existing air conditioner is difficult to disassemble and often requires professional personnel and tools such as screwdrivers to disassemble it, which is not only expensive but also inconvenient to operate. Utility Model Content

[0006] One purpose of the utility model is to solve the problem that the panel of the existing air conditioner is difficult to disassemble.

[0007] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the utility model provides an air conditioner, comprising a body, a panel and at least one connecting member; one of the body and the panel is rotatably connected to the connecting member; the other of the body and the panel is plugged into the connecting member, and an elastic stop structure is provided on the other; under normal conditions, the stop structure interferes with the connecting member in the plug-in direction of the connecting member to stop the connecting member; and the stop structure can be deformed under force to a state of disengagement from the connecting member in the plug-in direction of the connecting member, so as to separate the connecting member from the other.

[0008] Optionally, the connecting member includes a plug-in structure, a connecting arm and a rotating shaft arranged in sequence; a slot adapted to the plug-in structure is provided on the panel, so that the panel and the connecting member are plugged together through the slot and the plug-in structure; a connecting hole matching the rotating shaft is provided on the body, so that the connecting member is rotatably connected to the connecting hole through the rotating shaft.

[0009] Optionally, the connecting member further comprises a locking structure provided on the plug-in structure or the connecting arm, and the connecting member interferes with the retaining structure through the locking structure.

[0010] Optionally, the panel includes a plate body, a fixing seat formed with the slot and the anti-retreat structure, and the fixing seat and the anti-retreat structure are both arranged on the inner side of the plate body; the fixing seat is provided with an avoidance groove for avoiding the locking structure so that the locking structure extends to the outside of the fixing seat; the anti-retreat structure is arranged on the side of the fixing seat where the avoidance groove is formed to adapt to the locking structure.

[0011] Optionally, the retaining structure is a strip-shaped structure, and at least a portion thereof extends in a direction away from the board body in the direction in which the plug-in structure is inserted into the slot.

[0012] Optionally, the locking structure is a rod-shaped structure provided on the plug-in structure; and / or, the locking structure includes a stop surface for interfering with and abutting the retaining structure and a guide surface for slidingly contacting the retaining structure.

[0013] Optionally, the direction in which the plug-in structure is inserted into the slot is parallel to the axial direction of the rotating shaft, so that the connecting member can be removed from the fuselage and the panel at the same time toward the side away from the rotating shaft; and / or, the rotating shaft is arranged at one end of the connecting arm, and the plug-in structure is arranged at the other end of the connecting arm; and / or, the connecting arm is arranged to be C-shaped.

[0014] Optionally, the fuselage includes a face frame, which is arranged on a side of the fuselage close to the panel; the face frame is provided with an avoidance hole for avoiding the connecting arm and the rotating shaft, and the face frame is provided with a rib on a side away from the panel, and the connecting hole is provided on the rib.

[0015] Optionally, the connecting member is arranged at the bottom of the panel; and / or, there are two connecting members, and they are relatively arranged on the left and right sides of the panel; and / or, a return air outlet and an air supply outlet located at the bottom side of the return air outlet are provided on the front side of the fuselage, and the panel is used to open and cover the return air outlet; and / or, the air conditioner also includes a driving device for driving the panel to rotate.

[0016] Optionally, the air conditioner is a wall-mounted air conditioner, a built-in air conditioner or an integrated air conditioner.

[0017] Based on the foregoing description, those skilled in the art will appreciate that, in the aforementioned technical solution of the present invention, by rotatably connecting one of the body and panel to a connecting member and plugging the other of the body and panel into the connecting member, the connecting member can function as an independent component to connect the body and panel, allowing the panel to rotate relative to the body. Compared to conventional direct connections between the panel and the body, the present invention reduces the complexity of the molds for the body and panel, thereby improving the yield rate of the body and panel. A resilient stop structure is provided on the other of the body and panel, and the stop structure normally interferes with the connecting member in the plugging direction of the connecting member to stop the connecting member. The stop structure is also capable of being deformed under force to a state where it no longer interferes with the connecting member in the plugging direction, thereby separating the connecting member from the other of the body and panel. Once plugged into the other of the body and panel, the connecting member can be secured together by the stop structure. When disassembly is required, the stop structure can be deformed by applying force to the stop structure, thereby allowing the connecting member to be removed from the other of the body and panel. Therefore, the utility model not only enables the panel to rotate relative to the body, but also facilitates the disassembly of the panel.

[0018] Furthermore, by providing the connecting member with a plug-in structure, a connecting arm, and a rotating shaft, and providing a slot on the panel that matches the plug-in structure, the panel and connecting member can be plugged together through the slot and the plug-in structure. By providing a connecting hole on the body that matches the rotating shaft, the connecting member can be rotatably connected to the connecting hole through the rotating shaft. The connecting arm between the plug-in structure and the rotating shaft ensures a certain distance between the plug-in structure and the rotating shaft, thus preventing interference between the body, panel, and connecting member.

[0019] Furthermore, by providing a locking structure on the plug-in structure or the connecting arm, and allowing the connecting member to interfere with the anti-recognition structure through the locking structure, sufficient design space and layout space are left for the interference fit between the connecting member and the anti-recognition structure, so that the connecting member and the anti-recognition structure can be made large enough in size based on design factors such as structural strength and aesthetics.

[0020] Furthermore, by providing an avoidance groove for avoiding the locking structure on the fixed seat, the locking structure is extended to the outside of the fixed seat; by providing the anti-retreat structure on the side of the fixed seat where the avoidance groove is formed, the adaptation between the locking structure and the anti-retreat structure is ensured, and the stability of the plug-in connection between the fixed seat and the plug-in structure is ensured.

[0021] Furthermore, by setting the anti-recoil structure as a strip structure and making at least a part of it extend in the direction away from the board body in the direction of inserting the plug-in structure into the slot, the plug-in structure can automatically push away the anti-recoil structure when inserted into the slot, reducing the operator's additional operations.

[0022] Furthermore, by providing the locking structure with a stop surface that interferes with and abuts the backstop structure, the reliability of the locking structure and the backstop structure when they abut is ensured, preventing the locking structure from accidentally disengaging from the backstop structure due to factors such as vibration. By providing the locking structure with a guide surface that slides in contact with the backstop structure, the locking structure can automatically push the backstop structure away when the plug-in structure is inserted into the slot, thereby reducing the friction between the locking structure and the backstop structure.

[0023] Furthermore, by making the direction of inserting the plug-in structure into the slot parallel to the axial direction of the shaft, the connecting member can be removed from the body and the panel simultaneously toward the side away from the shaft, making it easier for operators to remove the panel.

[0024] Furthermore, by arranging the rotating shaft at one end of the connecting arm, arranging the plug-in structure at the other end of the connecting arm, and arranging the connecting arm into a C shape, the structure of the connecting member is made more compact and interference between the connecting member and the fuselage is avoided.

[0025] Furthermore, by providing an avoidance hole on the face frame for avoiding the connecting arm and the rotating shaft, a convex rib with a connecting hole is provided on the side of the face frame away from the panel, so that one end of the connecting member with the rotating shaft can be hidden by the face frame, thereby making the overall air conditioner more beautiful.

[0026] Furthermore, by placing a connecting member at the bottom of the panel, the top of the panel can be opened relative to the body. By providing a return air vent on the front side of the body and a supply air vent located below the return air vent, and using the panel to open and block the return air vent, the panel can also separate the return air vent from the supply air vent when it is opened, preventing the return air vent from attracting air blown from the supply air vent and affecting the cooling and heating effects of the air conditioner. By configuring a drive device to drive the panel to rotate, the air conditioner can automatically open and close the panel, making it more intelligent.

[0027] Other beneficial effects of the present invention will be described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings so that those skilled in the art can more clearly understand the improved purposes, features and advantages of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of the present invention, some embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood by those skilled in the art that the same reference numerals in different drawings indicate the same or similar components or parts; the drawings of the present invention are not necessarily drawn to scale. In the drawings:

[0029] Figure 1 is an axonometric view of an air conditioner in some embodiments of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A side front plan view of the front part of the central air conditioner;

[0031] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Structural exploded view of the middle panel, face frame and connecting components;

[0032] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 Side and rear view of the front of the central air conditioner;

[0033] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Structural exploded view of the middle panel, face frame and connecting components;

[0034] Figure 6 yes Figures 1 to 5 Side front view of the middle panel;

[0035] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Cross-sectional view of the middle panel along the AA direction;

[0036] Figure 8 yes Figure 6 Cross-sectional view of the middle panel along the BB direction;

[0037] Figure 9 yes Figures 1 to 8 a first side rear elevation view of the middle panel and the connecting member;

[0038] Figure 10 yes Figures 1 to 8 a second side rear elevation view of the middle panel and the connecting member;

[0039] Figure 11 yes Figures 1 to 5 、 Figure 9 and Figure 10 Axonometric drawing of the connecting component.

[0040] Description of reference numerals:

[0041] 001. Air conditioner;

[0042] 100, fuselage; 101, return air vent; 102, air supply vent; 110, face frame; 111, avoidance hole; 112, rib; 1121, connection hole; 120, air deflector;

[0043] 200, panel; 201, slot; 210, plate; 220, fixing seat; 221, avoidance groove; 230, anti-retraction structure;

[0044] 300, connecting member; 310, plug-in structure; 320, connecting arm; 330, rotating shaft; 340, locking structure; 341, stop surface; 342, guide surface;

[0045] 400. Driving device. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0046] Those skilled in the art should understand that the embodiments described below are only a portion of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all of the embodiments of the present invention. These embodiments are intended to explain the technical principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Based on the embodiments provided by the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should still fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0047] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, terms such as "center," "upper," "lower," "top," "bottom," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "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 device or element described must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be understood as limiting the present utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0048] Furthermore, it should be noted that in the description of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "install", "connect", and "connect" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or a communication between the two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to the specific circumstances. For example, the terms "install", "connect", "connect", and "fix", unless otherwise specified, can specifically refer to any feasible connection form such as bolt connection, screw connection, welding, plug-in connection, riveting, welding, and clamping.

[0049] In addition, it should be noted that in the description of the present invention, the terms "cold" and "heat" are two descriptions of the same physical state. That is, the higher the "cold" of a certain target object (such as an evaporator, air, condenser, etc.), the lower the "heat" it has, and the lower the "cold" it has, the higher the "heat" it has. When a certain target object absorbs "cold", it will release "heat", and when it releases "cold", it will absorb "heat". A certain target object stores "cold" or "heat" in order to maintain the current temperature of the target object. "Refrigeration" and "heat absorption" are two descriptions of the same physical phenomenon, that is, a certain target object (such as an evaporator) will absorb heat while cooling.

[0050] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, the air conditioner 001 includes a body 100, a panel 200 and at least one connecting member 300. One of the body 100 and the panel 200 is rotatably connected to the connecting member 300. The other of the body 100 and the panel 200 is plugged into the connecting member 300, and the other is provided with an elastic stop structure 230 (such as Figure 9 and Figure 10 ). Under normal conditions, the retaining structure 230 interferes with the connecting member 300 in the plugging direction of the connecting member 300 to stop the connecting member 300; and the retaining structure 230 can be deformed by force to a state where it does not interfere with the connecting member 300 in the plugging direction of the connecting member 300, so as to separate the connecting member 300 from the other item.

[0051] The present invention pivotally connects one of the body 100 and the panel 200 to the connecting member 300, and plugs the other into the connecting member 300. This allows the connecting member 300 to function as an independent component, connecting the body 100 and the panel 200 and enabling the panel 200 to rotate relative to the body 100. Compared to conventional direct connections between the panel 200 and the body 100, the present invention reduces the complexity of the molds for the body 100 and the panel 200, thereby improving the yield rate of the body 100 and the panel 200. By providing an elastic stop structure 230 on the other of the body 100 and the panel 200, the stop structure 230 normally interferes with the connecting member 300 in the insertion direction to stop the connecting member 300; and the stop structure 230 is deformed under force to a state where it no longer interferes with the connecting member 300 in the insertion direction, thereby separating the connecting member 300 from the other item. After being inserted into the other item, the connecting member 300 can be secured together with the stop structure 230. When disassembly is required, force can be applied to the stop structure 230 to deform the stop structure 230, thereby allowing the connecting member 300 to be removed from the other item. Therefore, the present invention facilitates the removal of the panel 200 while enabling the panel 200 to rotate relative to the body 100.

[0052] Continue reading Figure 1 In some embodiments of the present invention, a return air vent 101 and an air supply vent 102 located at the bottom of the return air vent 101 are provided on the front side of the fuselage 100 , and the panel 200 is used to open and cover the return air vent 101 .

[0053] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that when the panel 200 opens the return air vent 101 , the air conditioner 001 can operate normally, blowing air from the air supply vent 102 and sucking air from the return air vent 101 .

[0054] Continue reading Figure 1 In some embodiments of the present invention, the connecting member 300 is arranged at the bottom of the panel 200 so that when the return air outlet 101 is opened, the panel 200 can separate the return air outlet 101 from the supply air outlet 102, thereby preventing the return air outlet 101 from attracting the air blown out from the supply air outlet 102 and affecting the cooling and heating effects of the air conditioner 001.

[0055] Alternatively, in other embodiments of the present invention, those skilled in the art may also, as needed, set the connecting member 300 on the top of the panel 200. However, in this case, the return air vent 101 may attract the air blown out from the air supply vent 102, affecting the cooling and heating effects of the air conditioner 001.

[0056] In addition, in other embodiments of the present invention, those skilled in the art may also dispose the return air vent 101 at the bottom side of the supply air vent 102 as needed, and may also dispose the connecting member 300 at the top of the panel 200 .

[0057] In some embodiments of the present invention, since the return air outlet 101 and the supply air outlet 102 of the air conditioner 001 are both arranged on the front side thereof, the air conditioner 001 can be embedded in a cabinet so that the air conditioner 001 is integrated with the home environment.

[0058] The cabinet body may be furniture such as a cupboard or a wardrobe that occupies a certain space, or it may be a cabinet body configured solely for the air conditioner 001 .

[0059] If the cabinet is configured solely for the air conditioner 001, the cabinet needs to be secured separately. For example, the cabinet can be placed separately on the ground or other objects with a certain load-bearing capacity, or mounted and secured to a wall. Furthermore, the air conditioner 001 can be placed directly within the cabinet and fixedly connected to the cabinet, for example, by bolts.

[0060] When the air conditioner 001 in some embodiments of the present invention can be embedded in a cabinet, and the cabinet can bear the weight of the air conditioner 001, the air conditioner 001 does not need to be fixed to the wall.

[0061] Of course, the air conditioner 001 can also be fixed to the wall according to the requirements of the construction party or the user.

[0062] That is, the air conditioner 001 in some embodiments of the present invention can be either a wall-mounted air conditioner or a built-in air conditioner.

[0063] It should be noted that Figure 1 The air conditioner 001 shown in FIG is an indoor unit of an air conditioner, which is used to heat or cool indoor air and is generally used together with an outdoor unit of an air conditioner.

[0064] Of course, in other embodiments of the present invention, those skilled in the art may also, as needed, set the air conditioner 001 of the present invention as an all-in-one air conditioner, and arrange an evaporator and a condenser therein at the same time, and allow it to be installed in a location or area such as a window that connects indoor and outdoor areas.

[0065] In other embodiments of the present invention, those skilled in the art may also, as needed, arrange the return air vent 101 on the top side of the body 100. When this type of air conditioner 001 is embedded, the return air vent 101 on the top side may be too close to the bottom wall of the embedded space, thereby affecting the return air effect.

[0066] like Figure 1As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, the body 100 includes a face frame 110, which is disposed on a side of the body 100 close to the panel 200. In addition, the return air vent 101 and the supply air vent 102 are both formed on the face frame 110. The connecting member 300 is also connected to the face frame 110.

[0067] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, the air conditioner 001 may further include a driving device 400 for driving the panel 200 to rotate, so that the air conditioner 001 can automatically open and close the panel 200, which is more intelligent.

[0068] The driving device 400 may be a linear driving device 400 .

[0069] For example, the linear drive device 400 may include a motor fixedly connected to the face frame 110, a gear fixedly connected to the motor, and a rack slidably connected to the face frame 110. The rack is meshed with the gear, and one end of the rack near the panel 200 is slidably connected to the panel 200.

[0070] When the motor rotates in the forward direction, the rack drives the panel 200 to open.

[0071] When the motor rotates in the reverse direction, the rack drives the panel 200 to close.

[0072] As an example one, the sliding connection between the rack and the panel 200 can be specifically that a slide groove or a slide rail with a slide groove is provided on the panel 200, and a slider that can swing or rotate relative to the rack is installed at one end of the rack close to the panel 200, and the slider is embedded in the slide groove.

[0073] As a second example, the sliding connection between the rack and the panel 200 can be specifically that a slide groove or a slide rail with a slide groove is provided on the panel 200, and the end of the rack close to the panel 200 is a spherical structure fixedly connected to the rack and cooperating with the slide groove.

[0074] As a third example, the sliding connection between the rack and the panel 200 may be specifically that an iron bar is provided on the panel 200, and a magnet is installed at one end of the rack close to the panel 200, and the magnet is attracted to the iron bar.

[0075] like Figures 2 to 8 As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, an avoidance hole 111 for avoiding the connecting member 300 is provided on the face frame 110, and a rib 112 is provided on the side of the face frame 110 away from the panel 200, and a connecting hole 1121 is provided on the rib 112, so that the connecting member 300 can be rotatably connected to the face frame 110 through the connecting hole 1121.

[0076] In addition, in other embodiments of the present invention, those skilled in the art may also omit the rib 112 as needed and form the connecting hole 1121 on the peripheral wall of the avoidance hole 111 .

[0077] like Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, the panel 200 includes a plate body 210, a fixing seat 220 and the aforementioned anti-recognition structure 230, the fixing seat 220 and the anti-recognition structure 230 are both arranged on the inner side of the plate body 210, and the fixing seat 220 is formed with a slot 201 to achieve plug-in connection with the connecting member 300.

[0078] The fixing seat 220 and the retaining structure 230 are respectively fixedly connected to the plate body 210 or are integrally formed, and the retaining structure 230 is made of an elastic material, which can be plastic, metal, carbon fiber, etc.

[0079] In addition, in other embodiments of the present invention, those skilled in the art may also, as needed, omit the fixing seat 220 and form the slot 201 on the plate 210. For example, a reinforcing rib or a protruding structure may be provided on the plate 210 so that the slot 201 is formed on the reinforcing rib or the protruding structure.

[0080] like Figure 3 、 Figure 5 、 Figures 9 to 11 As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, the connecting member 300 includes a plug-in structure 310, a connecting arm 320 and a rotating shaft 330 arranged in sequence, so that the panel 200 and the connecting member 300 are plugged together through the slot 201 and the plug-in structure 310, and the connecting member 300 is rotatably connected to the connecting hole 1121 through the rotating shaft 330.

[0081] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the connecting arm 320 between the plug-in structure 310 and the rotating shaft 330 allows a certain distance between the plug-in structure 310 and the rotating shaft 330 , thereby avoiding interference among the body 100 , the panel 200 and the connecting member 300 .

[0082] from Figure 3 、 Figure 5 、 Figures 9 to 11 It can be seen that the rotating shaft 330 is arranged at one end of the connecting arm 320, the plug-in structure 310 is arranged at the other end of the connecting arm 320, and the connecting arm 320 is arranged to be C-shaped, so as to make the structure of the connecting member 300 more compact and avoid interference between the connecting member 300 and the face frame 110 of the fuselage 100.

[0083] Continue reading Figure 3 、 Figure 5 、 Figures 9 to 11 In some embodiments of the present invention, the connecting member 300 further includes a locking structure 340 provided on the plug-in structure 310 or the connecting arm 320 , and the connecting member 300 interferes with the retaining structure 230 through the locking structure 340 .

[0084] It will be understood by those skilled in the art that by providing a locking structure 340 on the plug-in structure 310 or the connecting arm 320, and allowing the connecting member 300 to interfere with the anti-recognition structure 230 through the locking structure 340, sufficient design space and layout space are left for the interference fit between the connecting member 300 and the anti-recognition structure 230, so that the connecting member 300 and the anti-recognition structure 230 can be made large enough in size based on design factors such as structural strength and aesthetics.

[0085] Rui9 and Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, a clearance groove 221 for avoiding the locking structure 340 can be provided on the fixing base 220, so that the locking structure 340 extends to the outside of the fixing base 220. In addition, a stop structure 230 is provided on a side of the fixing base 220 where the clearance groove 221 is formed, so as to adapt to the locking structure 340.

[0086] Those skilled in the art will understand that by providing an avoidance groove 221 on the fixed seat 220 for avoiding the locking structure 340, the locking structure 340 is extended to the outside of the fixed seat 220; and by providing the stop structure 230 on the side of the fixed seat 220 where the avoidance groove 221 is formed, the adaptation between the locking structure 340 and the stop structure 230 is ensured, and the stability of the plug-in between the fixed seat 220 and the plug-in structure 310 is ensured.

[0087] from Figure 9 and Figure 10 It can be seen that in some embodiments of the present invention, the anti-recoil structure 230 is a bar-shaped structure, and at least a portion thereof extends in the direction of the plug-in structure 310 being inserted into the slot 201, in a direction away from the plate body 210, so that when the plug-in structure 310 is inserted into the slot 201, the anti-recoil structure 230 can be automatically pushed away, reducing the operator's additional operations.

[0088] Furthermore, in other embodiments of the present invention, those skilled in the art may also configure the anti-recoil structure 230 as any other feasible structure as needed. For example, the anti-recoil structure 230 may include a pivoting member pivotally connected to the plate body 210 and a torsion spring disposed between the pivoting member and the plate body 210. The pivoting member may be in any feasible shape, such as a plate, column, or strip. The torsion spring allows the pivoting member to return to and maintain a position capable of blocking the locking structure 340.

[0089] like Figures 9 to 11 As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, the locking structure 340 is a rod-shaped structure provided on the plug-in structure 310, so as to ensure that the locking structure 340 can slide in the avoidance groove 221 while making the size of the locking structure 340 as small as possible, thereby reducing the overall size of the connecting member 300. In particular, as Figures 9 to 11 As shown in FIG, the locking structure 340 is configured as a structure with a circular or D-shaped cross section as a whole.

[0090] Furthermore, the locking structure 340 includes a stop surface 341 for interfering with and abutting against the retreat-stopping structure 230 and a guide surface 342 for slidingly contacting the retreat-stopping structure 230 .

[0091] The stop surface 341 may be a plane, and the guide surface 342 may be an arc surface. The stop surface 341 and the arc surface may be tangent.

[0092] Alternatively, those skilled in the art may also set the stop surface 341 and the guide surface 342 to any other feasible surfaces as needed, such as setting the stop surface 341 to a concave surface and setting the guide surface 342 to an inclined surface.

[0093] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that by providing the locking structure 340 with a stop surface 341 that interferes with and abuts the backstop structure 230, the reliability of the abutment between the locking structure 340 and the backstop structure 230 is ensured, and the locking structure 340 is prevented from accidentally disengaging from the backstop structure 230 due to factors such as vibration. By providing the locking structure 340 with a guide surface 342 that slides in contact with the backstop structure 230, the locking structure 340 can automatically push the backstop structure 230 away when the plug-in structure 310 is inserted into the slot 201, thereby reducing the friction between the locking structure 340 and the backstop structure 230.

[0094] like Figure 3 、 Figure 5 、 Figures 9 to 11 As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, the direction in which the plug-in structure 310 is inserted into the slot 201 is parallel to the axial direction of the rotating shaft 330, so that the connecting member 300 can be removed from the fuselage 100 and the panel 200 simultaneously toward the side away from the rotating shaft 330.

[0095] Further, from Figures 1 to 10 As can be seen in the figure, in some embodiments of the present invention, there are two connecting members 300, which are relatively arranged on the left and right sides of the panel 200 to correspond to the operator's hands for easy operation.

[0096] Refer to the following Figures 2 to 10The following briefly describes the installation and disassembly of the frame 110 , the panel 200 , and the connecting member 300 .

[0097] To remove the panel 200, the operator first controls the drive device 400 to open the panel 200. The operator then simultaneously presses the two retaining structures 230 on either side of the panel 200, bending them and disengaging the locking structure 340 of the connecting member 300 from interfering with the retaining structures 230. Simultaneously, the operator uses their fingers to move the locking structure 340 outward a distance to prevent the retaining structures 230 from interfering with the locking structure 340 after release. The retaining structures 230 are then released, allowing the retaining structures 230 to return to their initial position under their own elastic force. The operator can then pull the connecting member 300 outward, disengaging the plug-in structure 310 from the fixing seat 220 on the panel 200. Simultaneously, the rotating shaft 330 of the connecting member 300 is also removed from the connecting hole 1121 in the face frame 110. At this point, the face frame 110 , the panel 200 and the connecting member 300 are disassembled, so that the panel 200 is completely disassembled.

[0098] When installing the panel 200, first place the panel 200 close to the face frame 110, then partially insert the plug structure 310 of the connecting member 300 into the slot 201 on the panel 200, then align the rotating shaft 330 of the connecting member 300 with the connecting hole 1121 on the face frame 110, and then press the connecting member 300 toward the panel 200, so that the plug structure 310 is inserted into the slot 201 in the fixing seat 220, and the locking structure 340 passes over the retaining structure 230 and is stopped by the retaining structure 230; and finally, the rotating shaft 330 of the connecting member 300 is inserted into the connecting hole 1121 on the face frame 110. At this point, the installation of the panel 200 is complete.

[0099] It should be noted that the installation and removal of the face frame 110, the panel 200 and the connecting member 300 are not limited to the above steps, and the operator can make appropriate adjustments according to actual needs. For example, the connecting members 300 on both sides of the panel 200 can be removed one by one.

[0100] In addition, in other embodiments of the present invention, those skilled in the art may also, as needed, make the length of the rotating shaft 330 greater than the length of the plug-in structure 310, so that when the plug-in structure 310 is disengaged from the slot 201 on the panel 200, the rotating shaft 330 is still in the connecting hole 1121 in the face frame 110, thereby preventing the connecting member 300 from being separated from the face frame 110 and falling to the ground.

[0101] Alternatively, in other embodiments of the present invention, those skilled in the art may also, as needed, rotatably connect the connecting member 300 to the panel 200 via the rotating shaft 330 and plug the connecting member 300 into the face frame 110 via the plug-in structure 310 .

[0102] In summary, the present invention realizes easy rotation and quick disassembly and assembly of the panel 200 through the rotational connection and detachable connection design of the body 100 and the panel 200 and the connecting member 300, greatly improving the maintenance convenience of the air conditioner 001 and the user's operating experience.

[0103] Based on the foregoing description, those skilled in the art can understand that the connecting member 300 of the present invention is intended to achieve rapid installation and disassembly of the panel 200, so on this basis, those skilled in the art can also set the connecting member 300 to any feasible number as needed, such as one, three, four, five, etc.

[0104] It should be noted that the air conditioner 001 of the present invention further includes components such as an air guide plate 120 (as shown in the figure), a heat exchanger (not shown in the figure), and a fan (not shown in the figure).

[0105] The wind guide plate 120 is installed at the air outlet 102 to guide the direction of the wind blown out from the air outlet 102.

[0106] The heat exchanger is used to heat or cool the air in the air conditioner 001 to blow out hot or cold air. Specifically, when the air conditioner 001 is cooling, the heat exchanger is used as an evaporator, and when the air conditioner 001 is heating, the heat exchanger is used as a condenser.

[0107] The fan is used to drive the outside air into the air conditioner 001 from the return air port 101, and to drive the air in the air conditioner 001 to flow out to the outside.

[0108] It should be noted that since the air guide plate 120, heat exchanger, fan and other components in the air conditioner 001 are well known to those skilled in the art and are not directly related to the technical solution to be protected by the present invention, the present invention will not elaborate on them.

[0109] Thus far, the technical solutions of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the above-mentioned multiple embodiments. However, it is easy for those skilled in the art to understand that the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the technical principles of the present invention, those skilled in the art may split and combine the technical solutions of the above-mentioned various embodiments, and may also make equivalent changes or replacements to the relevant technical features. Any changes, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the technical concept and / or technical principles of the present invention shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An air conditioner, characterized in that: comprising a body, a panel and at least one connecting member; One of the body and the panel is rotatably connected to the connecting member; The other of the body and the panel is plugged into the connecting member, and the other is provided with an elastic stop structure; Under normal circumstances, the retaining structure interferes with the connecting member in the plug-in direction of the connecting member to stop the connecting member; and the retaining structure can be deformed by force to a state where it no longer interferes with the connecting member in the plug-in direction of the connecting member, so that the connecting member is separated from the other item.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that The connecting member includes a plug-in structure, a connecting arm and a rotating shaft arranged in sequence; The panel is provided with a slot adapted to the plug-in structure, so that the panel and the connecting member are plugged together with the plug-in structure through the slot; The body is provided with a connecting hole matching the rotating shaft, so that the connecting component is rotatably connected to the connecting hole through the rotating shaft.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that The connecting member further includes a locking structure provided on the plug-in structure or the connecting arm, and the connecting member interferes with the retaining structure through the locking structure.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that The panel includes a plate body, a fixing seat formed with the slot and the anti-retraction structure, and the fixing seat and the anti-retraction structure are both arranged on the inner side of the plate body; The fixing seat is provided with an escape groove for escaping the locking structure, so that the locking structure extends to the outside of the fixing seat; The anti-retraction structure is arranged on a side of the fixing seat where the avoidance groove is formed, so as to be adapted to the locking structure.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 4, characterized in that The retaining structure is a strip-shaped structure, and at least a portion thereof extends in a direction away from the board body in the direction in which the plug-in structure is inserted into the slot.

6. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 3 to 5, characterized in that: The locking structure is a rod-shaped structure provided on the plug-in structure; and / or, The locking structure includes a stop surface for interfering with and abutting against the retreat-stopping structure and a guide surface for slidingly contacting the retreat-stopping structure.

7. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 2 to 5, characterized in that: The direction in which the plug-in structure is inserted into the slot is parallel to the axial direction of the rotating shaft, so that the connecting member can be removed from the body and the panel simultaneously toward a side away from the rotating shaft; and / or, The rotating shaft is arranged at one end of the connecting arm, and the plug-in structure is arranged at the other end of the connecting arm; and / or, The connecting arm is configured in a C-shape.

8. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 2 to 5, characterized in that: The fuselage includes a face frame, and the face frame is arranged on a side of the fuselage close to the panel; The face frame is provided with an avoidance hole for avoiding the connecting arm and the rotating shaft. A convex rib is provided on a side of the face frame away from the panel, and the connecting hole is provided on the convex rib.

9. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The connecting member is provided at the bottom of the panel; and / or, There are two connecting members, which are relatively arranged on the left and right sides of the panel; and / or, The front side of the fuselage is provided with an air return port and an air supply port located at the bottom side of the air return port, and the panel is used to open and cover the air return port; and / or, The air conditioner further comprises a driving device for driving the panel to rotate.

10. The air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that The air conditioner is a wall-mounted air conditioner, an embedded air conditioner or an integrated air conditioner.

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