Depth adjusting module and refrigerator

Abstract

According to the depth adjusting module and the refrigerator, the depth adjusting module comprises a telescopic driving part and two adjusting mechanisms, the telescopic driving part is installed on a refrigerator body, the telescopic driving part is provided with two telescopic rods, and the two telescopic rods can move face to face or back to back; the two adjusting mechanisms are arranged on the two sides, in the width direction of the refrigerator body, of the telescopic driving part and correspond to the two telescopic rods one to one, and each adjusting mechanism is in transmission connection with the corresponding telescopic rod. Wherein each adjusting mechanism comprises a fixed suction cup, the fixed suction cup can be driven by the corresponding telescopic rod to extend outwards from the refrigerator body in the depth direction of the refrigerator body, and the part, extending out of the refrigerator body, of the fixed suction cup can abut against the wall face. In this way, the embedded depth can be automatically limited when the refrigerator is installed in an embedded mode, the effect of stabilizing and fixing the installation of the refrigerator is achieved, and therefore the attractiveness of the refrigerator with the depth adjusting module can be guaranteed when a cabinet is installed in an embedded mode.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field related to embedded installation limit of refrigerators, and in particular relates to a depth adjustment module and a refrigerator. Background Art

[0002] To ensure stable placement in the user's home, the refrigerator's bottom features adjustable feet for leveling and stability. Furthermore, to facilitate movement during installation, the refrigerator relies primarily on rollers on the compressor baseplate assembly. Once the installer has moved the refrigerator to its designated location, they adjust the adjustable feet to level the refrigerator. Once the feet are flush with the floor, the refrigerator remains stable and resists shaking or movement.

[0003] Existing refrigerators on the market currently do not consider the issue of depth adjustment, especially when the depth of a built-in refrigerator is less than the depth of the user's cabinet. During installation, the exterior surface of the refrigerator door is ensured to be flush with the cabinet. The backward movement of the refrigerator is only reduced by adjusting the grip of the feet. There is no design measure to completely solve this problem. After the refrigerator is installed, the user may accidentally push the refrigerator during use, and the refrigerator will still move backward. This is especially true for some high-end refrigerators with automatic pressing functions. When pressing to open the door, the refrigerator will be pushed backward. At the same time, when focusing on the installation of built-in refrigerators, when the depth of the user's cabinet (the depth of commercial cabinets is usually 600mm) is greater than the depth of the built-in refrigerator (such as the current second-generation refrigerator with a depth of 585mm), if the refrigerator is pressed or pushed backward, it will cause the built-in refrigerator to move backward into the cabinet, thus being significantly lower than the cabinet, which will destroy the overall aesthetics of the built-in cabinet in the user's home. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, it is necessary to provide a depth adjustment module and a refrigerator for solving the above technical problems.

[0005] A depth adjustment module, the depth adjustment module comprising:

[0006] A telescopic drive member is mounted on the refrigerator body, and the telescopic drive member has two telescopic rods, which can move toward or away from each other;

[0007] Two sets of adjustment mechanisms are arranged on both sides of the telescopic drive member in the width direction of the refrigerator body and correspond one-to-one to the two telescopic rods, and each set of the adjustment mechanisms is respectively connected to the corresponding telescopic rod in a transmission manner;

[0008] Among them, each set of the adjustment mechanism includes a fixed suction cup, which can be extended outward from the refrigerator body in the depth direction of the refrigerator body under the drive of the corresponding telescopic rod, and the fixed suction cup extended from the refrigerator body can be against the wall.

[0009] It can be understood that through the above-mentioned structural setting, when the depth adjustment module is applied to the refrigerator, the telescopic drive component can simultaneously drive the two fixed suction cups to extend outward from the depth direction of the refrigerator body and rest against the wall. This can automatically limit the embedding depth of the refrigerator during embedded installation and play a role in stabilizing and fixing the installation of the refrigerator. In this way, the aesthetics of the refrigerator with the depth adjustment module can be ensured when it is embedded in the cabinet.

[0010] In one embodiment, the adjustment mechanism further includes a fixing seat and a connecting rod assembly, wherein the fixing seat is fixedly mounted on the refrigerator body, and both ends of the connecting rod assembly are transmission-connected to the fixing seat and the corresponding telescopic rod, and the connecting rod assembly can be deformed under the drive of the corresponding telescopic rod;

[0011] Wherein, the fixed suction cup is installed on the connecting rod assembly.

[0012] In one embodiment, the connecting rod assembly includes a first connecting rod, a second connecting rod and a third connecting rod, and the first connecting rod, the second connecting rod and the third connecting rod are hinged in sequence;

[0013] Among them, one end of the first connecting rod away from the second connecting rod is fixedly connected to the corresponding telescopic rod, one end of the third connecting rod away from the second connecting rod is rotatably connected to the corresponding fixed seat, and the fixed suction cup is installed at the connection part between the second connecting rod and the third connecting rod.

[0014] In one embodiment, the connecting rod assembly further comprises a connecting seat, and the fixed suction cup is fixedly mounted on the connecting seat;

[0015] The connecting seat, the second connecting rod and the third connecting rod are rotatably connected via a common connecting shaft.

[0016] It can be understood that the above-mentioned structural arrangement can facilitate the assembly of the fixed suction cup at the connection portion between the second connecting rod and the third connecting rod, thereby simplifying the structure.

[0017] In one embodiment, the telescopic drive member is configured as a dual-axis motor.

[0018] In one embodiment, the depth adjustment module further includes a controller, which is electrically connected to the dual-axis motor and is used to control the start / stop of the dual-axis motor.

[0019] It can be understood that, through the above-mentioned structural setting, the depth adjustment module can be automatically controlled by the controller, which makes it easier for the user to operate the depth adjustment module.

[0020] In one embodiment, the depth adjustment module further includes a current detection sensor, which is integrated into the controller and electrically connected to the dual-axis motor, and is used to detect the current input value of the dual-axis motor when it is working;

[0021] When the current input value is greater than the stall current of the dual-axis motor, the controller controls the dual-axis motor to stop running.

[0022] It can be understood that through the above-mentioned structural setting, the controller can realize automatic control of the dual-axis motor to stop running, thereby realizing the automatic shutdown of the refrigerator using the depth adjustment module when it is installed in a cabinet embedded system, and ensuring the stability of the refrigerator when it is installed in an embedded system.

[0023] In one embodiment, a fixing plate is connected to the fixing suction cup, and the fixing suction cup can be pressed against the wall through the fixing plate;

[0024] When the fixing plate abuts against the wall, the fixing plate can be connected to the wall in an adhesive manner.

[0025] It can be understood that through the above-mentioned structural setting, the connection between the fixed suction cup and the wall can be achieved when it is against the wall, which can prevent the refrigerator equipped with the depth adjustment module from moving during the door opening process, thereby further ensuring the stable fixation of the refrigerator when it is installed in a cabinet.

[0026] In addition, the present application also provides a refrigerator, comprising a refrigerator body and the depth adjustment module described above, wherein the depth adjustment module is installed on the refrigerator body.

[0027] In one embodiment, a press chamber is formed on the back of the refrigerator body, and the depth adjustment module is arranged in the press chamber.

[0028] It can be understood that, through the above-mentioned structural arrangement, the installation of the depth adjustment module on the refrigerator body does not occupy additional space, thus ensuring the overall external aesthetics of the refrigerator.

[0029] Due to the application of the above technical solution, the utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0030] The depth adjustment module and refrigerator for which protection is sought in this application, when the depth adjustment module is applied to the refrigerator, the telescopic drive member can simultaneously drive the two fixed suction cups to extend outward from the depth direction of the refrigerator body and rest against the wall, thereby automatically limiting the embedding depth of the refrigerator during embedded installation and playing a role in stabilizing and fixing the installation of the refrigerator. In this way, the aesthetics of the refrigerator using the depth adjustment module can be ensured when it is embedded in the cabinet. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the conventional technology, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the conventional technology descriptions. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0032] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a refrigerator provided in one embodiment of the present application, wherein the fixed suction cup is retracted into the press chamber.

[0033] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of part A in the middle.

[0034] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of another state of a refrigerator provided by an embodiment of the present application, wherein the fixed suction cup extends out of the press compartment.

[0035] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of part B in the middle.

[0036] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the partial structure of the depth adjustment module in this application.

[0037] Figure numerals: 100, depth adjustment module; 10, telescopic drive member; 110, motor mounting box; 11, dual-axis motor; 111, telescopic rod; 20, adjustment mechanism; 21, fixed suction cup; 211, fixed plate; 22, fixed seat; 23, connecting rod assembly; 231, first connecting rod; 232, second connecting rod; 233, third connecting rod; 234, connecting seat; 2341, connecting shaft; 235, connecting plate; 2351, first sheet; 2352, second sheet; 200, refrigerator body; 201, press chamber. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0039] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being “provided on” another element, it may be directly provided on the other element or there may be an intermediate element. When an element is considered to be “provided on” another element, it may be directly provided on the other element or there may be an intermediate element. When an element is considered to be “fixed to” another element, it may be directly fixed to the other element or there may be an intermediate element.

[0040] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meanings as those commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains. The terms used in this specification are intended solely for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit this invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0041] like Figure 1 、 Figure 3 As shown, the depth adjustment module 100 requested for protection in this application is assembled on the refrigerator body 200 and is used to limit the embedding depth of the refrigerator body 200 when it is embedded in the cabinet.

[0042] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the depth adjustment module 100 provided in one embodiment of the present application includes a telescopic drive member 10 and two sets of adjustment mechanisms 20. The telescopic drive member 10 is installed on the refrigerator body 200. The telescopic drive member 10 has two telescopic rods 111, and the two telescopic rods 111 can move toward or away from each other. The two sets of adjustment mechanisms 20 are arranged on both sides of the telescopic drive member 10 in the width direction of the refrigerator body 200 and correspond one-to-one with the two telescopic rods 111. Each set of adjustment mechanisms 20 is respectively connected to the corresponding telescopic rod 111. Each set of adjustment mechanisms 20 includes a fixed suction cup 21. The fixed suction cup 21 can be driven by the corresponding telescopic rod 111 to extend outward from the refrigerator body 200 in the depth direction of the refrigerator body 200, and the fixed suction cup 21 extending out of the refrigerator body 200 can be abutted against a wall (not shown). That is, when the depth adjustment module 100 is in operation, the telescopic drive member 10 can simultaneously drive the two fixed suction cups 21 to extend out of the refrigerator body 200.

[0043] It can be understood that when the depth adjustment module 100 is applied to the refrigerator, the telescopic drive member 10 can simultaneously drive the two fixed suction cups 21 to extend outward from the depth direction of the refrigerator body 200 and rest against the wall. This can automatically limit the embedding depth of the refrigerator during embedded installation and play a role in stabilizing and fixing the installation of the refrigerator. In this way, the aesthetics of the refrigerator using the depth adjustment module 100 can be ensured when it is embedded in the cabinet.

[0044] like Figure 2 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the telescopic drive member 10 is configured as a dual-axis motor 11. Here, the depth adjustment module 100 also includes a motor mounting box 110, which is fixedly mounted on the refrigerator body 200. The dual-axis motor 11 is fixedly mounted within the motor mounting box 110, thereby assembling the dual-axis motor 11 on the refrigerator body 200. Here, the telescopic rod 111 is the telescopic rod portion of the dual-axis motor. It is understood that in other embodiments, the telescopic drive member 10 can also be configured as a dual-axis cylinder.

[0045] Preferably, the depth adjustment module 100 also includes a controller (not shown). The controller is electrically connected to the dual-axis motor 11 and is used to control the on / off state of the dual-axis motor 11, enabling the depth adjustment module 100 to be automatically controlled by the controller, thereby facilitating user operation of the depth adjustment module 100. The controller is a control circuit board, which utilizes a program configured on the control circuit board to control the operation of the dual-axis motor 11. It should be noted that the controller can be integrated with the refrigerator's control panel, allowing the user to send signals to the controller via the refrigerator's display screen.

[0046] In one embodiment, the depth adjustment module 100 further includes a current detection sensor (not shown), which is integrated into the controller and electrically connected to the dual-axis motor 11. The current detection sensor is used to detect the current input value of the dual-axis motor 11 when it is in operation. When the current input value exceeds the stall current of the dual-axis motor 11, the controller can control the dual-axis motor 11 to stop operating. In other words, when the depth adjustment module 100 is in operation, when the dual-axis motor 11 drives the fixed suction cup 21 against the wall via the telescopic rod 111, the controller can automatically control the dual-axis motor 11 to stop operating, thereby achieving automatic shutdown of the refrigerator using the depth adjustment module 100 when it is installed in a cabinet, and ensuring the stability of the refrigerator when it is installed in a cabinet.

[0047] like Figure 5 As shown, a fixing piece 211 is connected to the fixed suction cup 21, and the fixed suction cup 21 can be pressed against the wall through the fixing piece 211; and when the fixing piece 211 is pressed against the wall, the fixing piece 211 can be connected to the wall by gluing. In other words, when the fixed suction cup 21 is pressed against the wall, it can be connected to the wall by the fixing piece 211, which can prevent the refrigerator equipped with the depth adjustment module 100 from moving during the door opening process, thereby further ensuring the stable fixation of the refrigerator when it is embedded in the cabinet. Here, the material of the fixing piece 211 is metal, and it can also be assembled to the fixed suction cup 21 by gluing. It should be noted that the material of the fixed suction cup 21 can be a flexible material such as silicone, rubber, etc.

[0048] like Figure 2 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the adjustment mechanism 20 further includes a fixing base 22 and a connecting rod assembly 23. The fixing suction cup 21 is mounted on the connecting rod assembly 23. The fixing base 22 is fixedly mounted on the refrigerator body 200. Both ends of the connecting rod assembly 23 are drivingly connected to the fixing base 22 and the corresponding telescopic rod 111. In addition, the connecting rod assembly 23 can be deformed by the corresponding telescopic rod 111. In other words, the telescopic rod 111 on the dual-axis motor 11 can drive the fixing suction cup 21 to extend outward in the depth direction of the refrigerator body 200 by deforming the connecting rod assembly 23.

[0049] like Figure 5 As shown, the connecting rod assembly 23 includes a first connecting rod 231, a second connecting rod 232, and a third connecting rod 233. The first connecting rod 231, the second connecting rod 232, and the third connecting rod 233 are hinged in sequence. The end of the first connecting rod 231 away from the second connecting rod 232 is fixedly connected to the corresponding telescopic rod 111, and the end of the third connecting rod 233 away from the second connecting rod 232 is rotatably connected to the corresponding fixing base 22. The fixing suction cup 21 is installed at the connection between the second connecting rod 232 and the third connecting rod 233. When the telescopic rod 111 is extended, the first connecting rod 231 can push against the second connecting rod 232, driving the second connecting rod 232 and the third connecting rod 233 to close, thereby driving the fixing suction cup 21 to extend out of the refrigerator body 200 in the depth direction.

[0050] like Figure 5 As shown, the connecting rod assembly 23 also includes a connecting seat 234, and the fixed suction cup 21 is fixedly installed on the connecting seat 234; wherein, the connecting seat 234, the second connecting rod 232 and the third connecting rod 233 share a connecting shaft 2341 for rotational connection, which facilitates the assembly of the fixed suction cup 21 at the connecting portion between the second connecting rod 232 and the third connecting rod 233, thereby simplifying the structure.

[0051] like Figure 5 As shown, the connecting rod assembly 23 also includes a connecting plate 235, which has two mutually perpendicular first plates 2351 and second plates 2352. The first plate 2351 is affixed to the fixed seat 22 and connected to the fixed seat 22, and the second plate 2352 is used to be hinged to the third connecting rod 233 and realize the rotational connection of the third connecting rod 233 on the fixed seat 22.

[0052] In addition, the present application also provides a refrigerator, including a refrigerator body 200 and the depth adjustment module 100 described above, and the depth adjustment module 100 is installed on the refrigerator body 200.

[0053] like Figure 1 、 Figure 3 As shown, a press chamber 201 is formed on the back of the refrigerator body 200, and the depth adjustment module 100 is arranged in the press chamber 201, so that the installation of the depth adjustment module 100 on the refrigerator body 200 does not occupy additional space, thereby ensuring the overall external aesthetics of the refrigerator.

[0054] In summary, when the refrigerator equipped with the depth adjustment module 100 is embedded in a cabinet, the telescopic drive member 10 can be used to automatically control the two fixed suction cups 21 to extend out of the refrigerator body 200, and automatically limit the embedded installation of the refrigerator in the cabinet. At the same time, the connection between the fixed suction cups 21 against the wall and the wall can prevent the refrigerator from being dragged due to excessive pulling force when the door is opened, and solves the problem of movement of the refrigerator during subsequent use, ensuring that the refrigerator is stably fixed when embedded in the cabinet.

[0055] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. In order to make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0056] Those skilled in the art should recognize that the above embodiments are merely intended to illustrate the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. As long as they are within the spirit of the present invention, appropriate changes and modifications to the above embodiments are within the scope of protection claimed by the present invention.

Claims

1. A depth adjustment module, characterized in that: The depth adjustment module (100) comprises: A telescopic driving member (10) is installed on the refrigerator body (200), wherein the telescopic driving member (10) has two telescopic rods (111), and the two telescopic rods (111) can move toward or away from each other; Two sets of adjustment mechanisms (20) are arranged on both sides of the telescopic drive member (10) in the width direction of the refrigerator body (200) and correspond one-to-one to the two telescopic rods (111), and each set of the adjustment mechanism (20) is respectively connected to the corresponding telescopic rod (111) in a transmission manner; Each set of the adjustment mechanism (20) includes a fixed suction cup (21), and the fixed suction cup (21) can be extended outward from the refrigerator body (200) in the depth direction of the refrigerator body (200) under the drive of the corresponding telescopic rod (111), and the fixed suction cup (21) extended from the refrigerator body (200) can be abutted against a wall.

2. The depth adjustment module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjustment mechanism (20) further comprises a fixing seat (22) and a connecting rod assembly (23), wherein the fixing seat (22) is fixedly mounted on the refrigerator body (200), and both ends of the connecting rod assembly (23) are in transmission connection with the fixing seat (22) and the corresponding telescopic rod (111), and the connecting rod assembly (23) can be deformed under the driving of the corresponding telescopic rod (111); Wherein, the fixed suction cup (21) is installed on the connecting rod assembly (23).

3. The depth adjustment module according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting rod assembly (23) comprises a first connecting rod (231), a second connecting rod (232) and a third connecting rod (233), wherein the first connecting rod (231), the second connecting rod (232) and the third connecting rod (233) are hinged in sequence; The end portion of the first connecting rod (231) away from the second connecting rod (232) is fixedly connected to the corresponding telescopic rod (111), the end portion of the third connecting rod (233) away from the second connecting rod (232) is rotatably connected to the corresponding fixed seat (22), and the fixed suction cup (21) is installed at the connection portion between the second connecting rod (232) and the third connecting rod (233).

4. The depth adjustment module according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting rod assembly (23) further includes a connecting seat (234), and the fixed suction cup (21) is fixedly mounted on the connecting seat (234); The connecting seat (234), the second connecting rod (232) and the third connecting rod (233) are connected in rotation via a common connecting shaft (2341).

5. The depth adjustment module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The telescopic driving member (10) is configured as a dual-axis motor (11).

6. The depth adjustment module according to claim 5, characterized in that: The depth adjustment module (100) further comprises a controller, which is electrically connected to the dual-axis motor (11) and is used to control the start / stop of the dual-axis motor (11).

7. The depth adjustment module according to claim 6, characterized in that: The depth adjustment module (100) further includes a current detection sensor, which is integrated on the controller and electrically connected to the dual-axis motor (11) and is used to detect the current input value of the dual-axis motor (11) when it is working; When the current input value is greater than the stall current of the dual-axis motor (11), the controller controls the dual-axis motor (11) to stop running.

8. The depth adjustment module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixed suction cup (21) is connected to a fixing plate (211), and the fixed suction cup (21) can be pressed against the wall through the fixing plate (211); When the fixing piece (211) abuts against the wall, the fixing piece (211) can be connected to the wall in an adhesive manner.

9. A refrigerator, characterized in that: The invention comprises a refrigerator body (200) and a depth adjustment module (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the depth adjustment module (100) is installed on the refrigerator body (200).

10. The refrigerator according to claim 9, characterized in that A press chamber (201) is formed on the back of the refrigerator body (200), and the depth adjustment module (100) is arranged in the press chamber (201).

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