Automatic protection type steam station electric iron

Abstract

The utility model provides an automatic protection type steam station electric iron which comprises a machine base, an iron body, a safety switch and a switch control mechanism, the machine base is provided with a containing bin used for containing the iron body, and the iron body, the safety switch and the machine base are electrically connected through wires. The switch control mechanism and the safety switch are correspondingly arranged, and the iron body is in contact control connection with the switch control mechanism. Through the arrangement, when the iron main body is placed in the storage bin of the machine base, the iron main body immediately triggers the switch control mechanism, the switch control mechanism controls the safety switch to cut off a circuit between the iron main body and the machine base, and the iron main body cannot be powered on; the situation that a consumer mistakenly touches an external power-on switch to heat the iron body in the machine base can be effectively avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of electric irons, in particular to an automatic protection type steam station electric iron. Background Art

[0002] Existing steam station electric irons generally consist of two parts: a steam station that primarily houses a steam generating device, and an electric iron that is primarily used for ironing clothes and discharging steam. For example, Chinese utility model patent No. CN221297364U discloses a steam station electric iron comprising a base body, an iron body, and a retractable ironing board. The base body is provided with a storage compartment for accommodating the iron body. The ironing board body is removably positioned over the opening of the storage compartment for opening or closing the storage compartment. The base body is provided with a water tank, a water pump, and a steam generator. The iron body is connected to the base body via a water pipe power cord. The water inlet of the water pump is connected to the water tank, the water outlet of the water pump is connected to the water inlet of the steam generator, and the steam outlet of the steam generator is connected to the iron body via a water pipe power cord. The water tank, water pump, steam generator, and iron body are all connected by water pipes. The iron body of this utility model can be stored in the base body, which is convenient to use. However, there are safety hazards if the iron body is directly stored inside the base body. If someone accidentally presses the external power switch, the iron body will continue to heat up without anyone knowing, which may cause burns and fire.

[0003] Therefore, in response to the above problems, the existing technology still needs to be improved and developed. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the utility model is to provide an automatic protection steam station electric iron to address the defects and shortcomings of the existing technology.

[0005] In order to achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is as follows:

[0006] The present invention provides an automatic protection steam station electric iron, comprising a base, an iron body, a safety switch, and a switch control mechanism. It should be noted that, in addition to being applicable to electric irons with steam stations, the present invention can also be applied to various electric iron devices with a storage space. The base is provided with a storage compartment for accommodating the iron body. The iron body, the safety switch, and the base are electrically connected via electrical wires. The switch control mechanism is provided corresponding to the safety switch, and the iron body is contact-controlled and connected to the switch control mechanism. With this structural arrangement, when the iron body is placed in the storage compartment of the base, the iron body can immediately trigger the switch control mechanism, which controls the safety switch to cut off the circuit between the iron body and the base, rendering the iron body inoperable. This effectively prevents consumers from accidentally touching an external power button, causing the iron body to heat up inside the base.

[0007] According to the above solution, the switch control mechanism is located at the bottom of the storage compartment, and the iron body is correspondingly located on the switch control mechanism. It should be noted that the switch control mechanism can also be located on the side wall of the storage compartment. As long as the iron body is placed in the storage compartment and maintains contact with the switch control mechanism, the switch control mechanism can also control the safety switch. With this structural arrangement, the iron body can be pressed down by its own gravity to contact the switch control mechanism, so that the iron body is placed in the storage compartment to disconnect the circuit between the iron body and the base, which is simple to operate.

[0008] According to the above solution, the switch control mechanism includes a power-off lock, a first elastic return member, and a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is fixed to the iron base, the first elastic return member is disposed on the mounting bracket, and the power-off lock is movably confined to the mounting bracket. The first end of the power-off lock extends through the bottom of the storage compartment into the storage compartment and contacts the bottom of the iron body. The second end of the power-off lock corresponds to the control end of the safety switch. The first end of the first elastic return member contacts the power-off lock, and the second end of the first elastic return member contacts the mounting bracket. With this structural arrangement, when the iron body presses down on the power-off lock, the second end of the power-off lock contacts the control end of the safety switch, and the safety switch disconnects the circuit between the iron body and the iron base. When the iron body is removed, the power-off lock moves away from the control end of the safety switch under the action of the first elastic return member, and the safety switch automatically connects the circuit between the iron body and the iron base.

[0009] The utility model also includes an ironing board that is detachably mounted on the opening of the storage bin and is used to open or close the opening of the storage bin. Specifically, the ironing board can be covered with a cloth cover during use. With this structure, the ironing board can provide a dust-proof effect for the storage bin when not in use.

[0010] According to the above solution, the ironing board comprises a main board and two sub-boards, the two sub-boards being mounted to the left and right ends of the main board via hinges. The side of the ironing board with the hinges attached is defined as the front, and the side without the hinges is defined as the back. With this structural arrangement, when ironing clothes, the front of the ironing board is facing upward, with the two sub-boards extended outward, allowing it to be used as an ironing platform. When not ironing clothes, the back of the ironing board is facing upward and placed over the opening of the storage compartment, with the main board sealing the opening and the sub-boards leaning downward against the left and right sides of the base, providing both dust protection and secure storage.

[0011] According to the above solution, a first limiting mechanism and a locking mechanism are provided between the mainboard and the base. The above structural arrangement facilitates the stable installation of the ironing board on the base.

[0012] According to the above solution, the first limiting mechanism includes a first positioning groove and a first positioning bone. The first positioning groove is provided on the machine base or the main board, and the first positioning bone is provided on the main board or the machine base. The first positioning bone is placed in the first positioning groove. With this structural arrangement, the main board can be quickly positioned at the upper end of the machine base.

[0013] According to the above solution, the locking mechanism includes a limit lock, a second elastic return member, and a release button. The mainboard is provided with a locking slot at both its front and rear ends. A rotation axis is fixed to the middle portion of the limit lock, the rotation axis being defined by the base. The release button is movably mounted on the base. The upper end of the limit lock is positioned in the locking slot, the lower end of the limit lock abuts against the release button, the first end of the second elastic return member abuts against the base, and the second end of the second elastic return member abuts against the side of the lower end of the limit lock away from the release button. With the above structural arrangement, to secure the ironing board to the base, the upper end of the limit lock is simply aligned with the locking slot on the mainboard and the mainboard is pressed. The upper end of the limit lock enters the locking slot, locking the mainboard. To remove the ironing board, the release button is simply pressed. The release button depresses the lower end of the limit lock, causing the upper end of the limit lock to rotate about the rotation axis and disengage from the locking slot, unlocking the mainboard.

[0014] According to the above solution, a second limiting mechanism is provided between the sub-plate and the base. The second limiting mechanism includes a second positioning slot and a second positioning bone. The second positioning slot is provided at the front and rear ends of the sub-plate or at the front and rear ends of the base. The second positioning bone is provided at the front and rear ends of the base or at the front and rear ends of the sub-plate. The second positioning bone is positioned within the second positioning slot. With this structural arrangement, when the ironing board is not in use, the back of the ironing board can be placed upward, and the two sub-plates of the ironing board can be restrained on the left and right sides of the base.

[0015] According to the above solution, the base is provided with a power cord, and the base is provided with a power cord storage box. Through the above structural arrangement, the power cord connected to the external power supply on the base can be arranged and stored in the power cord storage box.

[0016] Beneficial effects of the utility model:

[0017] When the iron body of the utility model is placed in the storage compartment of the machine base, the iron body can immediately trigger the switch control mechanism, and the switch control mechanism controls the safety switch to cut off the circuit between the iron body and the machine base. The iron body cannot be powered on and can effectively prevent consumers from accidentally touching the external power button to cause the iron body to heat up inside the machine base, thereby having good safety performance. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 It is a partial structural exploded view of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a partial structural section of the utility model Figure 1 ;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a front view of the ironing board of the utility model in an unfolded state;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a diagram of the ironing board of the utility model in a folded state;

[0022] Figure 5 It is a structural schematic diagram of the ironing board of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 6 It is an exploded view of the ironing board of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of locking the ironing board of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 8 It is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the utility model.

[0026] In the figure: 1. Iron base; 2. Iron body; 3. Safety switch; 4. Switch control mechanism; 5. Ironing board; 6. Locking mechanism; 11. Iron body; 12. Iron base bottom cover; 13. Front panel; 14. Rear panel; 15. Bracket; 41. Power-off lock; 42. Mounting bracket; 43. First elastic return member; 51. Main board; 52. Sub-board; 53. Hinge; 54. Screw; 61. Limit lock; 62. Second elastic return member; 63. Release button; 111. Storage compartment; 112. First positioning slot; 113. Power cord storage box; 511. Lock slot; 512. First positioning bone; 521. Second positioning slot. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] The technical solution of the present utility model is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0028] Example 1

[0029] like Figure 1-2 As shown, the utility model provides an automatic protection steam station electric iron, including a base 1, an iron body 2, a safety switch 3 and a switch control mechanism 4. Specifically, the base 1 is formed by a base body 11, a base bottom cover 12, a front panel 13 and a rear panel 14. The entire base is supported by a bracket 15. A water tank, a water pump, a steam generator and other structures are further provided in the base 1 as needed. The water inlet end of the water pump is connected to the water outlet end of the water tank, the water outlet end of the water pump is connected to the water inlet end of the steam generator, and the steam outlet end of the steam generator is connected to the iron body 2 through a hose. A power cord is provided on the base 1. The power cord is connected to an external power source. The iron base 1 is also provided with an external power button, which must be pressed when ironing clothes. The safety switch 3 is a switch for disconnecting and connecting the circuit. Its structure is conventional and will not be described in detail here. The iron base 1 is provided with a storage compartment 111 for accommodating the iron body 2 and a power cord storage box 113 for accommodating the power cord. The iron body 2, the safety switch 3, and the iron base 1 are electrically connected via electrical wires. The switch control mechanism 4 is correspondingly provided with the safety switch 3, and the iron body 2 is in contact with the switch control mechanism 4. With this structural arrangement, when the iron body 2 is placed in the storage compartment 111 of the iron base 1, the iron body 2 can immediately trigger the switch control mechanism 4, which controls the safety switch 3 to disconnect the circuit between the iron body 2 and the iron base 1, rendering the iron body 2 unable to operate. This effectively prevents consumers from accidentally pressing the external power button and causing the iron body 2 to heat up inside the iron base 1.

[0030] Specifically, the switch control mechanism 4 is located at the bottom of the storage compartment 111, and the iron body 2 is correspondingly located on the switch control mechanism 4. The bottom of the iron body 2 contacts and presses down on the switch control mechanism 4. With this structural arrangement, the iron body 2 can press down on the switch control mechanism 4 under its own weight, so that the circuit between the iron body 2 and the base 1 is disconnected when the iron body 2 is placed in the storage compartment 111, simplifying operation.

[0031] Furthermore, the switch control mechanism 4 includes a power-off lock 41, a mounting bracket 42 and a first elastic reset member 43. The mounting bracket 42 is fixed to the base 1. The first elastic reset member 43 is provided on the mounting bracket 42. The power-off lock 41 is movably limited to the mounting bracket 42. The first end of the power-off lock 41 passes through the bottom of the storage bin 111 and extends into the storage bin 111 to contact the bottom of the iron body 2. The second end of the power-off lock 41 is provided corresponding to the control end of the safety switch 3. The first elastic reset member 43 is provided on the mounting bracket 42. The first end of the first elastic return member 43 abuts against the power-off lock member 41, and the second end of the first elastic return member 43 abuts against the mounting bracket 42. Specifically, the power-off lock member 41 comprises a column. The first end of the column passes through the storage compartment 111 and abuts against the bottom of the iron body 2. A protrusion is fixed to the outer side of the second end of the column, and the outer side of the protrusion contacts the control end of the safety switch 3. The first elastic return member 43 is a spring. The second end of the column is inserted into the first elastic return member 43, and the lower side of the protrusion abuts against the first elastic return member 43. With this structural arrangement, when the iron body 2 presses down on the power-off lock member 41, the second end of the power-off lock member 41 abuts against the control end of the safety switch 3, and the safety switch 3 then cuts off the electrical connection between the iron body 2 and the base 1. After the iron body 2 is removed, the power-off lock member 41, under the action of the first elastic return member 43, moves away from the control end of the safety switch 3, and the safety switch 3 automatically restores the electrical connection between the iron body 2 and the base 1.

[0032] like Figure 3-7 As shown, the present invention further includes an ironing board 5, which is detachably mounted on the opening of the storage bin 111 and is used to open or close the opening of the storage bin 111. Specifically, the ironing board 5 can be covered with a cloth cover during actual use. With this structural arrangement, the ironing board 5 provides a certain dust-proof effect for the storage bin 111 when not in use.

[0033] Specifically, the ironing board 5 comprises a main board 51 and two sub-boards 52. The sub-boards 52 are mounted on the left and right ends of the main board 51 via hinges 53. Specifically, the hinges 53 can be hinges and secured with screws 51. The side of the ironing board 5 to which the hinges 53 are fixed is defined as the front side, and the side not to which the hinges 53 are fixed is defined as the back side. With this structural arrangement, when ironing clothes, the front side of the ironing board 5 is positioned upward, with the two sub-boards 52 extended outward, allowing it to serve as an ironing platform. When not ironing clothes, the back side of the ironing board 5 is positioned upward and placed over the opening of the storage compartment 111. The main board 51 blocks the opening of the storage compartment 111, and the sub-boards 52 are positioned downward against the left and right sides of the base 1, providing both dust protection and secure storage for the ironing board 5.

[0034] Furthermore, a first limiting mechanism and a locking mechanism 6 are provided between the mainboard 51 and the base 1. Through the above-mentioned structural arrangement, the ironing board 5 can be stably mounted on the base 1.

[0035] Furthermore, the first limiting mechanism includes a first positioning groove 112 and a first positioning bone 512, the first positioning groove 112 is provided on the machine base 1, the first positioning bone 512 is provided on the main board 51, and the first positioning bone 512 is placed in the first positioning groove 112. Through the above-mentioned structural arrangement, the main board 51 can be quickly positioned at the upper end of the machine base 1. Preferably, in this embodiment, there are two first positioning grooves 112, which are respectively provided at the rear ends of the opening of the storage bin 111, and the locking mechanism 6 is provided at the front end of the opening of the storage bin 111. There are four first positioning bones 512, two of which are provided at the front end of the main board 51, and two of which are provided at the rear end of the main board 51. The ironing board 5 can be limited on the machine base 1 regardless of whether it is facing up or back.

[0036] Furthermore, the locking mechanism 6 includes a limit lock 61, a second elastic return member 62 and a release button 63. Lock grooves 511 are provided at the front and rear ends of the main board 51. A rotating shaft is fixed to the middle of the limit lock 61, and the rotating shaft is limited to the machine base 1. The release button 63 is movably installed on the machine base 1. The upper end of the limit lock 61 is placed on the lock groove 511, and the lower end of the limit lock 61 is against the release button 63. The first end of the second elastic return member 62 is against the machine base 1, and the second end of the second elastic return member 62 is against the side of the lower end of the limit lock 61 away from the release button 63. With the above-mentioned structural arrangement, when the ironing board 5 needs to be fixed on the machine base 1, it is only necessary to align the upper end of the limit lock 61 with the lock slot 511 on the main board 51, and then press the main board 51. The upper end of the limit lock 61 will enter the lock slot 511, thereby locking the main board 51. When the ironing board 5 needs to be removed, it is only necessary to press the release button 63. The release button 63 presses down the lower end of the limit lock 61. The upper end of the limit lock 61 rotates around the rotating shaft and disengages from the lock slot 511, thereby unlocking the main board 51.

[0037] Furthermore, a second retaining mechanism is provided between the sub-plate 52 and the base 1. The second retaining mechanism includes a second positioning slot 521 and a second positioning bone (not shown). The second positioning slot 521 is provided at the front and rear ends of the sub-plate 52 or at the front and rear ends of the base 1. The second positioning bone is provided at the front and rear ends of the base 1 or at the front and rear ends of the sub-plate 52. The second positioning bone is positioned within the second positioning slot 521. With this structural arrangement, when the ironing board 5 is not in use, the back of the ironing board 5 can be turned upward, and the two sub-plates 52 of the ironing board 5 can be restrained on the left and right sides of the base 1.

[0038] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Therefore, any equivalent changes or modifications made according to the structure, features and principles described in the scope of the present invention patent application are included in the scope of the present invention patent application.

Claims

1. An automatic protection steam station electric iron, comprising a base (1) and an iron body (2), wherein the base (1) is provided with a storage compartment (111) for storing the iron body (2), characterized in that: The iron body (2), the safety switch (3) and the base (1) are electrically connected via wires, the switch control mechanism (4) is arranged corresponding to the safety switch (3), and the iron body (2) is connected to the switch control mechanism (4) in a contact control manner.

2. The automatic protection steam station electric iron according to claim 1, characterized in that: The switch control mechanism (4) is arranged at the bottom of the storage bin (111), and the iron body (2) is correspondingly arranged on the switch control mechanism (4).

3. The automatic protection steam station electric iron according to claim 2, characterized in that: The switch control mechanism (4) comprises a power-off lock element (41), a first elastic reset element (43) and a mounting frame (42); the mounting frame (42) is fixed to the machine base (1); the first elastic reset element (43) is arranged on the mounting frame (42); the power-off lock element (41) is movably limited to the mounting frame (42) up and down; the first end of the power-off lock element (41) passes through the bottom of the storage bin (111) and extends into the storage bin (111) to contact the bottom of the iron body (2); the second end of the power-off lock element (41) is arranged corresponding to the control end of the safety switch (3); the first end of the first elastic reset element (43) is against the power-off lock element (41); and the second end of the first elastic reset element (43) is against the mounting frame (42).

4. The automatic protection steam station electric iron according to claim 1, characterized in that: It comprises an ironing board (5), which is detachably arranged on the opening of the storage bin (111) and is used to open or close the opening of the storage bin (111).

5. The automatic protection steam station electric iron according to claim 4, characterized in that: The ironing board (5) comprises a main board (51) and two auxiliary boards (52), and the two auxiliary boards (52) are mounted on the left and right ends of the main board (51) via hinges (53).

6. The automatic protection steam station electric iron according to claim 5, characterized in that: A first limiting mechanism and a locking mechanism (6) are provided between the mainboard (51) and the machine base (1).

7. The automatic protection steam station electric iron according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first limiting mechanism comprises a first positioning groove (112) and a first positioning bone (512); the first positioning groove (112) is provided on the machine base (1) or on the main board (51); the first positioning bone (512) is provided on the main board (51) or on the machine base (1); and the first positioning bone (512) is placed in the first positioning groove (112).

8. The automatic protection steam station electric iron according to claim 6, characterized in that: The locking mechanism (6) comprises a limit lock (61), a second elastic reset member (62) and a release button (63); the front and rear ends of the main board (51) are both provided with a lock groove (511); a rotating shaft is fixed to the middle of the limit lock (61); the rotating shaft is limited to the machine base (1); the release button (63) is movably mounted on the machine base (1); the upper end of the limit lock (61) is placed on the lock groove (511); the lower end of the limit lock (61) is against the release button (63); the first end of the second elastic reset member (62) is against the machine base (1); and the second end of the second elastic reset member (62) is against the side of the lower end of the limit lock (61) away from the release button (63).

9. The automatic protection steam station electric iron according to claim 5, characterized in that: A second limiting mechanism is provided between the auxiliary plate (52) and the machine base (1), the second limiting mechanism comprising a second positioning groove (521) and a second positioning bone, the second positioning groove (521) being provided at the front and rear ends of the auxiliary plate (52) or at the front and rear ends of the machine base (1), the second positioning bone being provided at the front and rear ends of the machine base (1) or at the front and rear ends of the auxiliary plate (52), and the second positioning bone being placed in the second positioning groove (521).

10. The automatic protection steam station electric iron according to claim 1, characterized in that: A power cord is provided on the machine base (1), and a power cord storage box (113) is provided on the machine base (1).

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