Floor air conditioner

Abstract

The floor air conditioner comprises an indoor unit, a machine shell of the indoor unit comprises a panel assembly and a panel base, the panel assembly is provided with an inner cavity, and an air outlet communicating with the inner cavity is formed in the panel assembly. The panel base is located in the inner cavity and connected to the panel assembly. The panel assembly comprises a first panel, a second panel, a connecting piece and a display panel, the second panel and the first panel are oppositely arranged in a spaced mode, and an air outlet is defined between the second panel and the first panel. The connecting piece is located between the first panel and the second panel, the connecting piece is connected to the top ends of the first panel and the second panel, and the connecting piece, the first panel and the second panel are integrally arranged. The display panel is provided with a first guide part, the connecting piece is provided with a second guide part, and the second guide part is connected with the first guide part in a matched mode so as to guide the display panel to be inserted between the first panel and the second panel. According to the floor air conditioner, the assembling process of the panel assembly can be simplified, and the assembling efficiency of the panel assembly is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of air conditioning, and in particular to a vertical air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] With improved living standards, floor-standing air conditioners have become an indispensable household appliance. Because they can meet the heating and cooling needs of large areas, floor-standing air conditioners are often installed in places like living rooms and offices. Floor-standing air conditioners typically have an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. The indoor unit's casing typically includes a panel assembly and a panel mount. The panel assembly is equipped with air outlets to supply air to the room.

[0003] In the prior art, the panel assembly of a floor-standing air conditioner typically includes a front panel and a display panel. The front panel is typically split into two parts, and the two parts of the front panel and display panel need to be installed separately. This design results in a large number of components, and the production of each component requires multiple molds. Furthermore, multiple assembly steps are required between each component, resulting in a cumbersome assembly process and low assembly efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] The embodiment of the present application discloses a vertical air conditioner, which can simplify the assembly process of the panel assembly and improve the assembly efficiency of the panel assembly.

[0005] In order to achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the present application discloses a vertical air conditioner, comprising:

[0006] An indoor unit, comprising:

[0007] A housing, comprising:

[0008] A panel assembly having an inner cavity and an air outlet connected to the inner cavity;

[0009] a panel seat, the panel seat being located in the inner cavity and connected to the panel assembly;

[0010] The panel assembly includes:

[0011] First panel;

[0012] a second panel, the second panel being spaced apart from the first panel, and defining the air outlet between the second panel and the first panel;

[0013] a connecting member, the connecting member being located between the first panel and the second panel, and being connected to the top ends of the first panel and the second panel along a first direction, and the connecting member being integrally provided with the first panel and the second panel;

[0014] a display panel, wherein the display panel is provided with a first guide portion, and the connecting member is provided with a second guide portion, the second guide portion being coupled and connected with the first guide portion to guide the display panel to be inserted between the first panel and the second panel;

[0015] The first direction is the height direction of the housing.

[0016] The present application also provides a vertical air conditioner, comprising:

[0017] An indoor unit, comprising:

[0018] A housing, comprising:

[0019] A panel assembly having an inner cavity and an air outlet connected to the inner cavity;

[0020] a panel seat, the panel seat being located in the inner cavity and connected to the panel assembly;

[0021] The panel assembly includes:

[0022] First panel;

[0023] a second panel, the second panel being spaced apart from the first panel, and defining the air outlet between the second panel and the first panel;

[0024] a connecting member, the connecting member being located between the first panel and the second panel, and being connected to the top ends of the first panel and the second panel along a first direction, and the connecting member being integrally provided with the first panel and the second panel;

[0025] a display panel, wherein the display panel is provided with a first guide portion and a first fixing portion, and the connecting member is provided with a second guide portion and a second fixing portion, the second guide portion being coupled and connected with the first guide portion to guide the display panel to be inserted between the first panel and the second panel, and the first fixing portion and the second fixing portion being configured to be passed through by a fastener to connect the display panel to the connecting member;

[0026] The first direction is the height direction of the housing.

[0027] The vertical air conditioner provided in the present application is provided with a connector between the first panel and the second panel, so that the first panel, the second panel, and the connector are integrally formed. The display panel can be inserted between the first panel and the second panel along a first direction and connected to the connector. The entire panel assembly is then installed on the panel seat without having to separately install the first panel, the second panel, and the display panel on the panel seat. This can save the use of fasteners required for installation in the panel assembly, thereby simplifying the assembly process and improving assembly efficiency. At the same time, by forming the first panel and the second panel into an integral body through the connector, the first panel and the second panel can be prevented from expanding outward, avoiding excessive deformation of the first panel and the second panel themselves, and thus avoiding the problem of gaps at the overlap with other components, thereby helping to improve the structural strength of the panel assembly.

[0028] In addition, a first guide portion is provided on the display panel, and a second guide portion is provided on the connecting member. Through the cooperative connection between the first guide portion and the second guide portion, the display panel can be guided to be more conveniently inserted between the first panel and the second panel and connected to the connecting member, thereby improving the convenience of installing the display panel.

[0029] In some embodiments of the present application, the first panel has a first side and a second side disposed opposite to each other along the width direction of the air outlet, and the second panel has a third side and a fourth side disposed opposite to each other along the width direction of the air outlet;

[0030] The connecting piece includes:

[0031] a first connecting bar connected to a top end of the first panel and protruding toward the panel seat, the first connecting bar extending from the first side to the second side;

[0032] a second connecting strip connected to a top end of the second panel and protruding toward the panel seat, the second connecting strip extending from the third side to the fourth side;

[0033] a middle portion, the middle portion being connected between the first connecting strip and the second connecting strip and being located between the first panel and the second panel, the middle portion, the first panel, and the second panel jointly defining the air outlet;

[0034] Wherein, the second guide portion is provided on at least one of the first connecting bar, the second connecting bar and the middle portion.

[0035] The design of the connecting member includes a first connecting strip, an intermediate portion and a second connecting strip, and the first connecting strip extends from one side of the first panel to the other side, and the second connecting strip extends from one side of the second panel to the other side, that is, the lengths of the first connecting strip and the second connecting strip are roughly consistent with the widths of the first panel and the second panel. On the one hand, the use of longer connecting strips can effectively enhance the strength of the panel, thereby preventing the panel from being excessively deformed and affecting the installation of the panel; on the other hand, the connecting strip extending along the width of the panel can provide a larger contact surface for the connection of the display panel, and can provide a larger setting space for the second guide portion. More second guide portions are set to cooperate with the first guide portion on the display panel to provide a stronger support for the display panel, thereby making the connection between the display panel and the first panel and the second panel more secure.

[0036] In some embodiments of the present application, the display panel includes:

[0037] a display panel body, the display panel body being inserted between the first panel and the second panel and spaced apart from the middle portion;

[0038] An end cover is connected to the upper part of the display panel body, the end cover is provided with the first guide portion, and the end cover covers the upper part of the first connecting strip, the middle portion and the second connecting strip.

[0039] A display panel is designed to include a display panel body and an end cover. The end cover is connected to the top of the display panel body and covers the first connecting strip, the middle portion and the second connecting strip. That is, the extension length of the end cover roughly extends from the edge of the first connecting strip to the edge of the second connecting strip. In this way, the contact area between the display panel and the connecting member can be maximized, which not only strengthens the structural strength of the display panel itself, but also further improves the reliability of the connection between the display panel and the connecting member.

[0040] In some embodiments of the present application, the display panel has an upper surface and a lower surface facing each other in the first direction;

[0041] The second guide portion includes:

[0042] a column, the column being protruded from the connecting member and extending toward the lower surface along the first direction;

[0043] an abutment platform, the abutment platform being arranged on the outer periphery of the column;

[0044] The first guide portion is a through hole, the column is passed through the through hole and exposed on the upper surface, and the abutment platform abuts against the lower surface;

[0045] The housing further comprises:

[0046] A cover plate is located above the panel assembly, and a connecting column with an opening is provided on the cover plate. The column exposed on the upper surface is passed through the opening, and the connecting column abuts against the upper surface.

[0047] The protruding body of the connector mates with the through-holes on the display panel to guide the display panel between the first and second panels, making installation of the display panel easier. Furthermore, the abutment platform provided on the outer periphery of the column abuts against the lower surface, providing support for the display panel and preventing it from being partially suspended. The abutment platform also strengthens the structural strength of the column and increases the reliability of the connection.

[0048] In addition, after the column is passed through the through hole, a portion of the outer surface can be exposed, and a connecting column with an opening is provided on the cover plate. The exposed portion of the column is passed through the opening of the connecting column, and the connecting column is abutted against the upper surface. In this way, the connections between the connector, the display panel and the cover plate can be connected in series, thereby effectively improving the connection stability between the three, and the connecting column abutting the upper surface can provide effective support for the cover plate, preventing the middle part of the cover plate from being suspended in the air, thereby reducing the risk of the cover plate being dented or broken due to external force.

[0049] In some embodiments of the present application, the indoor unit further includes:

[0050] A display module is connected to the connector and is disposed corresponding to the display panel. The display module includes:

[0051] Light source assembly;

[0052] A light guide member is provided with a light guide channel, the light guide channel is configured to guide the light emitted by the light source assembly and illuminate the display panel, and the material of the light guide member is black.

[0053] The display module is positioned in correspondence with the display panel, utilizing a light guide to direct light emitted by the light source assembly to the display panel. This light then forms pre-set text or icons on the display panel, visualizing the air conditioner's operating information for the user. By designing the light guide to be black, the black material's excellent light absorption significantly reduces reflection of light striking the light guide. This helps prevent unwanted light from being reflected onto the display panel, potentially causing haloing or stray light, thereby enhancing the display quality.

[0054] In some embodiments of the present application, the aperture of the light guide channel gradually increases from the light source assembly toward the display panel to form a first inclined surface in the light guide channel, and the inclination angle α of the first inclined surface satisfies: α≥10°, and / or, α≤40°.

[0055] The inclination angle of the first inclined surface can be kept from being too small, thereby preventing the light output aperture of the light guide channel of the light guide from being too small, which would result in excessive light concentration. This ensures that the range of light irradiating the display panel is met. Furthermore, the light absorption is not affected by multiple reflections within the light guide channel due to an excessively small inclination angle, thereby facilitating increased display brightness. Furthermore, the inclination angle of the first inclined surface can be kept from being too large, which would result in more stray light passing through the light guide channel and irradiating the display panel. This reduces problems such as halos and reflected light spots around the preset display position of the display panel, resulting in a clearer pattern of light ultimately irradiating the display panel, thereby improving the display performance of the display panel.

[0056] In some embodiments of the present application, the display module further includes:

[0057] The mounting seat is connected to the connecting member, and the mounting seat has a mounting cavity. The light source assembly and the light guide member are both located in the mounting cavity and connected to the mounting seat.

[0058] By adding a mounting base connected to the connecting piece, the connecting piece is used to provide a mounting position for the display module, so that the layout of the display module is more reasonable, and a mounting cavity is formed on the mounting base to set the light source assembly and the light guide, so that the light source assembly and the light guide can be assembled to the mounting base first, and then the mounting base as a whole is connected to the connecting piece. There is no need to install the light source assembly and the light guide as separate components one by one, which can improve the integration of the module and make the overall structure of the display module more compact.

[0059] In some embodiments of the present application, the panel assembly further includes:

[0060] A decorative ring is provided on the display panel, wherein the inner periphery of the decorative ring defines a display area.

[0061] By providing a decorative ring on the display panel, the main display area is defined on the inner periphery of the decorative ring, that is, the display status of the vertical air conditioner can be displayed on the inner periphery of the decorative ring, which can improve the aesthetics of the display panel.

[0062] In some embodiments of the present application, the display panel has an outer surface and an inner surface that are oppositely disposed, and an annular assembly groove is provided on the outer surface;

[0063] The decorative ring comprises:

[0064] a decorative body protruding from the outer surface;

[0065] a transition portion, one end of which is connected to a side of the decorative body facing the outer surface;

[0066] An assembly rib is connected to the other end of the transition portion. Both the assembly rib and the transition portion are installed in the assembly groove. The minimum thickness of the transition portion is greater than the thickness of the assembly rib.

[0067] A decorative ring design comprises a decorative body, a transition portion, and an assembly rib. The transition portion and assembly rib are connected to the assembly groove to facilitate assembly and make the decorative ring removable. The decorative body is protruding from the outer surface to enhance the three-dimensionality of the decorative ring relative to the display panel, thereby improving the display panel's appearance. However, decorative rings are typically small in size, easily shrinking after molding, and the assembly rib is weak. By providing a transition portion between the decorative body and the assembly rib, with a thickness greater than that of the assembly rib, the transition portion balances the decorative body and the assembly rib, ensuring that the assembly rib is not weakened and the decorative body's appearance is less susceptible to shrinkage.

[0068] In some embodiments of the present application, the thickness of the transition portion gradually decreases from the decorative body toward the assembly rib to form a second inclined surface on the transition portion, and the assembly groove has a third inclined surface, which abuts the second inclined surface.

[0069] By gradually reducing the thickness of the transition portion from the decorative body toward the assembly rib, a second inclined surface is formed on the transition portion to cooperate with the third inclined surface of the assembly groove, which can guide the decorative ring to be installed on the display panel, making the installation of the decorative ring more convenient. The overlapping inclined surfaces between the decorative body and the assembly groove can increase the contact area between the two, thereby achieving a better positioning connection effect. At the same time, the decorative body and the outer surface can be more closely matched, and large gaps are less likely to occur.

[0070] In some embodiments of the present application, the assembly groove is provided with a bayonet penetrating the inner surface, and the assembly rib is provided with a buckle, which passes through the bayonet and is engaged with the inner surface.

[0071] On the basis that the transition portion and the assembly rib are installed in the assembly groove to serve as a positioning connection, a buckle is further provided on the assembly rib, and the buckle is passed through the bayonet to one side of the inner surface of the display panel and is engaged with the inner surface, thereby making the connection between the decorative ring and the display panel more secure.

[0072] In some embodiments of the present application, the first panel has a first side away from the air outlet, the first side is provided with a plurality of first clamping portions, the plurality of first clamping portions are spaced apart along the first direction, the panel seat is provided with a second clamping portion cooperating with the first clamping portion, the first clamping portion is one of a hook and a slot, the second clamping portion is the other of the hook and the slot, the first clamping portion has a first wall surface, the second clamping portion has a second wall surface, and the first wall surface and the second wall surface are arranged opposite to each other;

[0073] In the first direction, a first gap D1 is defined between the first wall surface of the first clipping portion near both ends and the middle of the first panel and the second wall surface of the corresponding second clipping portion, and a second gap D2 is defined between the first wall surface of the remaining portion of the first clipping portion and the second wall surface of the corresponding second clipping portion, where D2 is greater than D1; and / or

[0074] The second panel has a third side away from the air outlet, the third side is provided with a plurality of third clamping portions, the plurality of third clamping portions are arranged at intervals along the first direction, the panel seat is provided with a fourth clamping portion cooperating with the third clamping portion, the third clamping portion is one of a hook and a slot, the fourth clamping portion is the other of the hook and the slot, the third clamping portion has a third wall surface, the fourth clamping portion has a fourth wall surface, and the third wall surface and the fourth wall surface are arranged opposite to each other;

[0075] In the first direction, there is a third gap D3 between the three walls of the third clamping part near the two ends and the middle of the second panel and the fourth wall of the corresponding fourth clamping part, and there is a fourth gap D4 between the three walls of the remaining part of the third clamping part and the fourth wall of the corresponding fourth clamping part, and D4 is greater than D3.

[0076] The first and second panels of a vertical air conditioner are usually of large size. In order to improve the reliability of the panel connection, multiple clips are provided on both sides of the panel to connect with the clips on the panel seat to make the connection more secure. However, due to thermal expansion and contraction, these clips between the panel and the panel seat are prone to abnormal noise. Based on this, the present application forms a gap between the wall surfaces of the clips that cooperate with each other in the first direction, so as to achieve the normal connection between the panel and the panel seat. A larger gap is formed between the wall surfaces of the clips that cooperate with each other in the remaining parts. When thermal expansion and contraction occur between the clips, the normal gap range may produce abnormal noise due to mutual compression. However, the possibility of mutual compression is reduced due to the larger gap between the clips in the remaining parts, so the possibility of abnormal noise is reduced. Therefore, the overall number of locations where the clips may cause abnormal noise is reduced, thereby reducing noise and improving the user experience.

[0077] In some embodiments of the present application, a first friction member is provided on at least one of the first clamping portion and the corresponding second clamping portion near both ends and the middle of the first panel, the first friction member is located in the first gap, and the first friction member is configured to increase the frictional resistance between the first clamping portion and the second clamping portion; and / or,

[0078] A second friction member is provided on at least one of the third clamping portion and the corresponding fourth clamping portion near both ends and the middle of the second panel, and the second friction member is configured to increase the friction resistance between the third clamping portion and the fourth clamping portion.

[0079] By arranging friction parts on the clamping parts with normal fitting clearances at the upper, middle and lower positions, and making the friction parts located between the clamping parts that fit together, when the two are squeezed, the friction resistance can be increased with the help of the friction parts, making it difficult for the clamping parts to produce abnormal noise due to mutual squeezing, thereby further reducing noise. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0080] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments. 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.

[0081] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of an indoor unit of a vertical air conditioner disclosed in this application;

[0082] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Cross-sectional view at AA in the middle;

[0083] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the indoor unit of the vertical air conditioner disclosed in this application;

[0084] Figure 4 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the first panel, the second panel and the connecting member disclosed in this application;

[0085] Figure 5 This is the second structural diagram of the first panel, the second panel and the connecting member disclosed in this application;

[0086] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0087] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the structure of the connector disclosed in this application and a partially enlarged schematic diagram;

[0088] Figure 8 A schematic structural diagram of the display panel disclosed in this application;

[0089] Figure 9 for Figure 1 Cross-sectional view at the middle BB and partial enlarged schematic diagram;

[0090] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the display module disclosed in this application;

[0091] Figure 11 for Figure 10 Cross-sectional view at CC;

[0092] Figure 12 This is another structural schematic diagram of the display panel disclosed in this application;

[0093] Figure 13 A schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the display panel disclosed in this application;

[0094] Figure 14 A schematic diagram of the structure and a partially enlarged schematic diagram of the decorative ring disclosed in this application;

[0095] Figure 15 for Figure 12 The cross-sectional view and partial enlarged schematic diagram at DD in FIG;

[0096] Figure 16 This is a schematic structural diagram of the connection between the panel assembly and the panel seat disclosed in this application;

[0097] Figure 17 for Figure 16 Cross-sectional view and partial enlarged schematic diagram at EE in the middle;

[0098] Figure 18 for Figure 16 Cross-sectional view and partial enlarged schematic diagram at FF in the middle.

[0099] Description of reference numerals:

[0100] 100, indoor unit; 10, housing; 101, inner cavity; 10a, air inlet; 10b, air outlet; 11, panel assembly; 111, first panel; 111a, first side; 111b, second side; 1111, first clamping portion; 1111a, first wall; 112, second panel; 112a, third side; 112b, fourth side; 1121, third clamping portion; 1121a, third wall; 113, connector; 113a, second guide portion; 113a1, column; 113a2, abutment platform; 113b, second fixing portion; 1131, first connecting bar; 1132, second connecting bar; 1133, middle portion; 114, display panel; 1140, assembly groove; 1140a, bayonet; 1140b, third inclined surface; 114a, first guide portion; 114b, first fixing portion; 114c, upper surface; 114d, lower surface; 114e, outer surface; 114f, inner surface; 114g , display area; 1141, display panel; 1142, end cover; 115, rear shell; 116, decorative ring; 1161, decorative body; 1162, transition portion; 1162a, second inclined surface; 1163, assembly rib; 1163a, buckle; 12, panel seat; 121, air outlet frame; 122, air guide plate; 1211, second clamping portion; 1211a, second wall; 1212, fourth clamping portion; 1212a, fourth wall; 13, base; 1 4. Cover plate; 141. Connecting column; 141a. Opening; 20. Heat exchanger; 30. Heat exchange fan; 40. Sliding door structure; 41. Driving mechanism; 42. Door body; 50. Display module; 51. Light source assembly; 52. Light guide; 521. Light guide channel; 521a. First inclined surface; 53. Mounting seat; 531. Mounting cavity; D1. First gap; D2. Second gap; D3. Third gap; D4. Fourth gap; X. First direction; α. Tilt angle. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0101] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of this application to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of this application, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0102] In this application, terms such as "upper," "left," "right," "front," and "rear" indicate positions or locations based on those shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are intended to better describe this application and its embodiments and are not intended to limit the devices, elements, or components indicated to specific positions, or to their construction or operation in a specific position.

[0103] Furthermore, some of the above terms may be used to express other meanings besides indicating a position or location. For example, the term "on" may also be used to indicate a dependency or connection in certain circumstances. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0104] Furthermore, the terms "disposed," "equipped with," and "connected" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, removable connections, or integral structures; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediary; or internal communication between two devices, elements, or components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0105] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are primarily used to distinguish between different devices, elements, or components (which may or may not be of the same type and configuration), and are not intended to indicate or imply the relative importance or quantity of the devices, elements, or components indicated. Unless otherwise specified, "plurality" means two or more.

[0106] The technical solution of the present application will be further described below with reference to the embodiments and drawings.

[0107] An embodiment of the present application discloses a vertical air conditioner, which may include an indoor unit 100 and an outdoor unit (not shown). The indoor unit 100 is usually set indoors, and the outdoor unit is set outdoors and connected to the indoor unit 100. It mainly compresses the refrigerant and transports it to the indoor unit 100 to achieve a cooling or heating effect.

[0108] See Figures 1 to 3 In some embodiments, the indoor unit 100 includes a housing 10. The housing 10 is generally made of thermoplastic plastic, such as ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) plastic, HIPS (High Impact Polystyrene) plastic, etc. The housing 10 after molding may have the characteristics of heat resistance and impact resistance, and the surface may be smooth and easy to clean.

[0109] In some embodiments, the housing 10 has a first direction X, which may be a height direction of the housing 10 . When the indoor unit 100 of the vertical air conditioner is placed on the ground and operates normally, the first direction X is a vertical direction.

[0110] In some embodiments, as Figure 2As shown, the casing 10 includes a panel assembly 11, the panel assembly 11 has an inner cavity 101, and the panel assembly 11 is provided with an air inlet 10a and an air outlet 10b connected to the inner cavity 101. The air inlet 10a can be arranged on the rear side of the casing 10, and the air outlet 10b can be arranged on the front side of the casing 10, so that hot air or cold air can be output from the indoor unit 100 to the indoor through the air outlet 10b.

[0111] In some embodiments, the casing 10 includes a panel seat 12, which is located in the inner cavity 101. The panel seat 12 is connected to the panel assembly 11, that is, the panel seat 12 can serve as an important component for installing the panel assembly 11, and the panel seat 12 is located in the air channel of the indoor unit 100, which can effectively distribute hot and cold air to every corner of the room.

[0112] In some embodiments, the panel mount 12 may include an air outlet frame 121, an air guide plate 122, and a motor. The air outlet frame 121 may have a specific shape and position to ensure smooth air flow. The air guide plate 122 may be rotatably mounted on the air outlet frame 121 and positioned corresponding to the air outlet 10b. Driven by the motor, it rotates to change the direction and speed of air flow, thereby adjusting the wind direction.

[0113] Optionally, there are multiple air guide plates 122, for example, two, three, four, etc., and the multiple air guide plates 122 can be arranged at intervals along the width direction of the air outlet 10b.

[0114] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 As shown, the housing 10 includes a base 13, which can be set on a horizontal plane. The panel assembly 11 can be installed on the base. The base 13 serves as the main supporting base for most components of the indoor unit 100, which can make the indoor unit 100 be placed more stably.

[0115] In some embodiments, the housing 10 further includes a cover 14 , which is located above the panel assembly 11 , that is, the cover 14 is connected to the top of the panel assembly 11 to seal the inner cavity 101 , thereby protecting the components in the inner cavity 101 .

[0116] In some embodiments, the indoor unit 100 includes a heat exchanger 20, which is disposed in the inner cavity 101 and located at the air inlet 10a. The heat exchanger 20 is used to exchange heat with the external air, absorb or release heat, and achieve cooling or heating effects.

[0117] In some embodiments, the indoor unit 100 includes a heat exchange fan 30, which is disposed within the inner cavity 101 along a first direction X (the height direction of the housing 10). Specifically, the rotation axis of the heat exchange fan 30 is perpendicular to the horizontal plane. The heat exchange fan 30 can be driven by a motor. When the vertical air conditioner is in operation, the motor drives the heat exchange fan 30 to rotate. External air first passes through the heat exchanger 20, undergoes heat exchange with the heat exchanger 20, enters the heat exchange fan 30, and is blown out of the air outlet 10b under the action of the heat exchange fan 30.

[0118] In some embodiments, the indoor unit 100 may include a sliding door structure 40 , which may be slidably disposed at the air outlet 10 b .

[0119] In some embodiments, the sliding door structure 40 includes a driving mechanism 41 , which can be disposed on the panel seat 12 , specifically, on the air outlet frame 121 .

[0120] In some embodiments, the sliding door structure 40 includes a door body 42 . The door body 42 is connected to a driving mechanism 41 . The door body 42 slides under the drive of the driving mechanism 41 to cover or open the air outlet 10 b.

[0121] For example, the door 42 can slide in both directions, that is, the door 42 can be divided into two parts, and the two parts of the door 42 can move closer to each other or away from each other to block or open the air outlet 10b. Alternatively, the door 42 can slide to the right, or the door 42 can slide to the left.

[0122] Since in a vertical air conditioner, the extension length of the air outlet 10b is longer and the size of the door body 42 is also larger, in order to make the door body 42 run smoothly and to better drive the door body 42, in some embodiments, the number of driving mechanisms 41 can be at least two. For example, the two driving mechanisms 41 can be arranged at intervals along the first direction X, respectively located at the top and bottom ends of the air outlet 10b, and connected to the top and bottom ends of the door body 42, thereby driving the door body 42 to move more smoothly.

[0123] Optionally, the drive mechanism 41 may include a motor, a gear and a rack (not shown). The motor may be connected to the gear transmission to drive the gear to rotate; the gear is meshed with the rack, and the rack is connected to the door body 42 to drive the sliding door to move synchronously, thereby realizing automatic opening or closing of the door body 42 without manual push, thereby improving the degree of automation.

[0124] In some embodiments, the indoor unit 100 may further include a display module 50 . The display module 50 is connected to the connector 113 , and the display module 50 is disposed corresponding to the display panel 114 .

[0125] In some embodiments, see Figure 3 and Figure 4 The panel assembly 11 includes a first panel 111. The first panel 111 may be a front panel, that is, the first panel 111 may be a decorative panel serving as a main exterior surface of the indoor unit 100.

[0126] In some embodiments, the panel assembly 11 includes a second panel 112 . The second panel 112 is spaced apart from the first panel 111 , and an air outlet 10 b is defined between the second panel 112 and the first panel 111 .

[0127] In some embodiments, the panel assembly 11 includes a connector 113 , which is used to connect the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 into a whole.

[0128] In some embodiments, the connector 113 is located between the first panel 111 and the second panel 112, and is connected to the top ends of the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 along the first direction X. The connector 113 is integrally provided with the first panel 111 and the second panel 112. In other words, the first panel 111, the second panel 112, and the connector 113 can be integrally formed to form the front panel of the housing 10.

[0129] In some embodiments, the panel assembly 11 includes a display panel 114, which can display the operating status of the indoor unit 100, typically including functions such as temperature display, mode selection, and wind speed control, to help users monitor and adjust the working status of the air conditioner, enabling users to adjust the operating parameters of the air conditioner as needed to ensure the comfort and energy saving efficiency of the indoor environment.

[0130] In some embodiments, the panel assembly 11 includes a rear shell 115, both sides of which are connected to the panel seat 12. The rear shell 115 may be provided with an air inlet 10a, and the rear shell 115, the first panel 111, and the second panel 112 are jointly surrounded to form an inner cavity 101.

[0131] In some embodiments, see Figures 5 to 8 The display panel 114 is provided with a first guide portion 114a, and the connecting member 113 is provided with a second guide portion 113a. The second guide portion 113a is connected to the first guide portion 114a to guide the display panel 114 to be inserted between the first panel 111 and the second panel 112.

[0132] It should be noted that the matching connection between the first guide portion 114a and the second guide portion 113a can guide the display panel 114 to be inserted between the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 during the installation process. After the installation is completed, the position of the display panel 114 can also be constrained to a certain extent to play a limiting role.

[0133] In some embodiments, a first fixing portion 114b is further provided on the display panel 114, and a second fixing portion 113b is provided on the connecting member 113. The first fixing portion 114b and the second fixing portion 113b are configured for fasteners to pass through to connect the display panel 114 to the connecting member 113. After being positioned and connected by the first guide portion 114a and the second guide portion 113a, the display panel 114 and the connecting member 113 can also be more firmly connected by fasteners.

[0134] Exemplarily, the first fixing portion 114b and the second fixing portion 113b can both be connecting holes, or the first fixing portion 114b can be a threaded hole, and the second fixing portion 113b can be a support column with a threaded hole. As long as the display panel 114 and the connecting member 113 are fastened to the housing 10, the specific structural form is not particularly limited.

[0135] For example, the fastener may be a screw, a bolt, or the like, which can realize a connection 113 between two adjacent components.

[0136] The vertical air conditioner provided in the present application is provided with a connector 113 between the first panel 111 and the second panel 112, so that the first panel 111, the second panel 112 and the connector 113 are integrally formed. The display panel 114 can be inserted between the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 along the first direction X and connected to the connector 113. Then, the entire panel assembly 11 is installed on the panel seat 12, without having to install the first panel 111, the second panel 112, and the display panel 114 separately on the panel seat 12. This can save the use of fasteners required for installation in the panel assembly 11, thereby simplifying the assembly process and improving assembly efficiency. At the same time, by forming the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 into an integral body through the connector 113, the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 can be prevented from expanding outward, and the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 can be prevented from deforming too much and causing gaps at the joints with other components, thereby helping to improve the structural strength of the panel assembly 11.

[0137] In addition, a first guide portion 114a is provided on the display panel 114, and a second guide portion 113a is provided on the connecting member 113. Through the matching connection between the first guide portion 114a and the second guide portion 113a, the display panel 114 can be guided to be more conveniently inserted between the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 and connected to the connecting member 113, thereby improving the convenience of installing the display panel 114.

[0138] In some embodiments, the first panel 111 has a first side 111 a and a second side 111 b opposite to each other along the first direction X, and the second panel 112 has a third side 112 a and a fourth side 112 b opposite to each other along the first direction X.

[0139] It should be noted that the first side 111a and the second side 111b refer to two sides of the first panel 111 along its width direction, and the extension direction of these two sides is consistent with the first direction X. The first side 111a may be the side away from the air outlet 10b. Correspondingly, the third side 112a and the fourth side 112b refer to two sides of the second panel 112 along its width direction, and the extension direction of these two sides is consistent with the first direction X. The third side 112a may be the side away from the air outlet 10b.

[0140] In some embodiments, see Figure 5 and Figure 6 The connecting member 113 includes a first connecting strip 1131, which is connected to the top of the first panel 111 and protrudes toward the panel seat 12. The first connecting strip 1131 extends from the first side 111a to the second side 111b, that is, the extension length of the first connecting strip 1131 can be roughly the same as the width of the first panel 111, and protrudes from the inner wall surface of the first panel 111 facing the inner cavity 101.

[0141] In some embodiments, the connecting member 113 includes a second connecting strip 1132, which is connected to the top of the second panel 112 and protrudes toward the panel seat 12. The second connecting strip 1132 extends from the third side 112a to the fourth side 112b, that is, the extension length of the second connecting strip 1132 can be roughly the same as the width of the second panel 112, and protrudes from the inner wall surface of the second panel 112 toward the inner cavity 101.

[0142] In some embodiments, the connecting member 113 includes a middle portion 1133, which is connected between the first connecting strip 1131 and the second connecting strip 1132 and is located between the first panel 111 and the second panel 112. The middle portion 1133 and the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 together define the air outlet 10b.

[0143] In some embodiments, a second guide portion 113 a is provided on at least one of the first connecting bar, the second connecting bar, and the middle portion 1133 .

[0144] For example, Figure 6 As shown, a second guide portion 113a is provided at one end of the first connecting bar 1131 close to the first side 111a, a second guide portion 113a is provided at one end of the second connecting bar 1132 close to the second side 111b, and a guide portion is provided at a position of the middle portion 1133 close to the first connecting bar 1131 and a position close to the second connecting bar 1132. In this way, the second guide portions 113a can be evenly distributed to facilitate the insertion of the display panel 114 and effectively realize the pre-positioning of the display panel 114.

[0145] In some embodiments, a second fixing portion 113 b is provided on at least one of the first connecting bar, the second connecting bar, and the middle portion 1133 .

[0146] For example, the second fixing portions 113b may be provided corresponding to the second guide portions 113a, respectively, and the connection may be further strengthened by fasteners at positions where the pre-positioning is achieved by the guide portions.

[0147] The connecting member 113 is designed to include a first connecting bar 1131, a middle portion 1133 and a second connecting bar 1132. The first connecting bar 1131 extends from one side of the first panel 111 to the other side, and the second connecting bar 1132 extends from one side of the second panel 112 to the other side. That is, the lengths of the first connecting bar 1131 and the second connecting bar 1132 are roughly consistent with the widths of the first panel 111 and the second panel 112. On the one hand, the use of longer connecting bars can effectively enhance the strength of the panels, thereby preventing the panels from being excessively deformed and affecting the installation of the panels; on the other hand, the connecting bars extending along the width of the panels can provide a larger contact surface for the connection of the display panel 114 and a larger setting space for the second guide portion 113a. More second guide portions 113a are provided to cooperate with the first guide portions 114a on the display panel 114, thereby providing a stronger support for the display panel 114, thereby making the connection between the display panel 114 and the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 more secure.

[0148] In some embodiments, as Figure 7 As shown, the display panel 114 includes a display panel body 1141 . The display panel body 1141 is inserted between the first panel 111 and the second panel 112 and spaced apart from the middle portion 1133 .

[0149] In some embodiments, the display panel 114 includes an end cap 1142 connected to the top of the display panel body 1141 . The end cap 1142 is provided with a first guide portion 114a . The end cap 1142 covers the first connecting strip, the middle portion 1133 and the second connecting strip.

[0150] Optionally, the number of first guide portions 114a can be multiple, such as two, three, four, etc., and the multiple first guide portions 114a can be spaced and evenly distributed on the end cover 1142. Correspondingly, the connecting member 113 is provided with an equal number of second guide portions 113a, and the second guide portions 113a are matched and connected to the first guide portions 114a one by one.

[0151] The display panel 114 is designed to include a display panel body 1141 and an end cover 1142. The end cover 1142 is connected to the top of the display panel body 1141 and covers the top of the first connecting bar, the middle part 1133 and the second connecting bar. That is, the extension length of the end cover 1142 roughly extends from the edge of the first connecting bar 1131 to the edge of the second connecting bar 1132. In this way, the contact area between the display panel 114 and the connecting member 113 can be maximized, which not only strengthens the structural strength of the display panel 114 itself, but also further improves the reliability of the connection between the display panel 114 and the connecting member 113.

[0152] In some embodiments, the display panel 114 has an upper surface 114 c and a lower surface 114 d opposite to each other in the first direction X. Specifically, the end cover 1142 has an upper surface 114 c and a lower surface 114 d , and the lower surface 114 d may be a surface facing the connector 113 .

[0153] In some embodiments, see Figure 8 The second guide portion 113a includes a column 113a1, which is protruded from the connecting member 113 and extends along the first direction X toward the lower surface 114d.

[0154] In some embodiments, the second guide portion 113a includes an abutment platform 113a2 disposed on the outer periphery of the column 113a1. The abutment platform 113a2 may be a rib disposed on the outer periphery of the column 113a1, with a stepped surface formed on the rib. The number of ribs may be multiple, and multiple ribs may enhance the strength of the column 113a1.

[0155] In some embodiments, the first guide portion 114a is a through hole, the column 113a1 passes through the through hole and is exposed on the upper surface 114c, and the abutment 113a2 abuts against the lower surface 114d, and the abutment 113a2 can provide a certain support for the display panel 114.

[0156] It can be understood that after the display panel 114 is connected to the connector 113, a cover plate 14 will be further installed on top. In order to make the connection between the three more secure, in some embodiments, refer to Figure 9 A connecting column 141 with an opening 141a is provided on the cover plate 14, and a column 113a1 exposed on the upper surface 114c is passed through the opening 141a. The connecting column 141 abuts against the upper surface 114c. By utilizing the opening 141a on the connecting column 141 and the column 113a1 of the second guide portion 113a, a connection relationship is established between the cover plate 14 and the connecting member 113, so that the connection of the display panel 114 is more secure.

[0157] The protruding body of the connector 113 can be mated with the through-holes on the display panel 114 to guide the display panel 114 between the first panel 111 and the second panel 112, making installation of the display panel 114 easier. Furthermore, the abutment 113a2 provided on the outer periphery of the column 113a1 abuts against the lower surface 114d, providing a certain degree of support for the display panel 114 and preventing the display panel 114 from being partially suspended. Furthermore, the abutment 113a2 can reinforce the structural strength of the column 113a1, increasing the reliability of the connection.

[0158] In addition, after the column 113a1 is passed through the through hole, a portion of the outer surface 114e can be exposed, and a connecting column 141 with an opening 141a is provided on the cover plate 14, and the exposed portion of the column 113a1 is passed through the opening 141a of the connecting column 141, and the connecting column 141 is abutted against the upper surface 114c. With this arrangement, the connections between the connector 113, the display panel 114 and the cover plate 14 can be connected in series, thereby effectively improving the connection stability between the three, and the connecting column 141 abutting against the upper surface 114c can provide effective support for the cover plate 14, preventing the middle portion 1133 of the cover plate 14 from being suspended in the air, thereby reducing the risk of the cover plate 14 being dented or broken due to external force.

[0159] In some embodiments, the display module 50 may be located between the middle portion 1133 of the connector 113 and the display panel 114 , and the display module 50 may be connected to the middle portion 1133 of the connector 113 to fully utilize the spatial layout of the front panel.

[0160] In some embodiments, see Figure 10 The display module 50 includes a light source assembly 51 , which mainly emits light to form preset text or patterns on the display panel 114 .

[0161] In some embodiments, the light source assembly 51 may include components such as a light source, a driving circuit, and a heat sink. The light source, as the core component of the light source assembly 51, may be a laser diode or a light-emitting diode, etc., responsible for converting electrical energy into light energy. The driving circuit can provide stable current and voltage to ensure the normal operation of the light source. The heat sink is responsible for dissipating the heat generated by the light source during operation, keeping the light source assembly 51 within a safe operating temperature range.

[0162] In some embodiments, the display module 50 includes a light guide 52 , which is located between the light source assembly 51 and the display panel 114 and is configured to guide light emitted from the light source assembly 51 to the display panel 114 .

[0163] In some embodiments, the display module 50 further includes a mounting base 53 , which is connected to the connector 113 . The mounting base 53 has a mounting cavity 531 . The light source assembly 51 and the light guide 52 are both located in the mounting cavity 531 and connected to the mounting base 53 .

[0164] By adding a mounting seat 53 connected to the connecting member 113, the connecting member 113 is used to provide a mounting position for the display module 50, so that the layout of the display module 50 is more reasonable, and a mounting cavity 531 is formed on the mounting seat 53 to set the light source assembly 51 and the light guide 52, so that the light source assembly 51 and the light guide 52 can be assembled to the mounting seat 53 first, and then the mounting seat 53 as a whole is connected to the connecting member 113. There is no need to install the light source assembly 51 and the light guide 52 as separate components one by one, which can improve the integration of the module and make the overall structure of the display module 50 more compact.

[0165] In some embodiments, the light guide member 52 has a light guide channel 521 . The light guide channel 521 is configured to guide the light emitted by the light source assembly 51 and illuminate the display panel 114 . The light guide member 52 is made of black material.

[0166] Optionally, the light guide member 52 may include a plurality of light guide channels 521 , and may have different shapes, such as circular, elliptical or square.

[0167] The display module 50 is positioned in correspondence with the display panel 114. The light guide 52 guides light emitted by the light source assembly 51 to the display panel 114. The transmitted light forms pre-set text or icons on the display panel 114, visualizing the air conditioner's operating information for the user. By configuring the light guide 52 to be black, the black material's excellent light absorption properties significantly prevent reflection of light incident on the light guide 52. This helps prevent unwanted light from being reflected onto the display panel 114, potentially causing haloing or stray light, thereby enhancing the display quality.

[0168] In some embodiments, as Figure 11 As shown, the aperture of the light guide channel 521 gradually increases from the light source assembly 51 toward the display panel 114 to form a first inclined surface 521 a in the light guide channel 521 so that light can illuminate a wider range.

[0169] In some embodiments, the first inclined surface 521 a in the light guiding channel 521 can enable the light guiding channel 521 to be configured into a cylindrical structure, a truncated cone structure, or a prism-shaped structure.

[0170] In some embodiments, the inclination angle α of the first inclined surface 521 a satisfies: α≥10°.

[0171] By satisfying this relationship, the inclination angle of the first inclined surface 521a will not be too small, so that the light output aperture of the light guide channel 521 of the light guide member 52 will not be too small to cause the light to be too concentrated, thereby satisfying the range of light irradiating the display panel 114, and the light will not be reflected multiple times in the light guide channel 521 due to the small inclination angle, which will affect the amount of light absorbed, thereby facilitating an increase in display brightness.

[0172] In some embodiments, the inclination angle α of the first inclined surface 521 a satisfies: α≤40°.

[0173] By satisfying this relationship, the inclination angle of the first inclined surface 521a will not be too large, which will cause more stray light to be irradiated onto the display panel 114 through the light guide channel 521, thereby reducing the generation of halo around the preset display position of the display panel 114, thereby improving the clarity of the pattern displayed on the display panel 114.

[0174] In some embodiments, the inclination angle α of the first inclined surface 521a satisfies: 10°≤α≤40°. For example, the inclination angle α of the first inclined surface 521a can satisfy 10° to 20°, 20° to 30°, 30° to 40°, etc. For example, the inclination angle α of the first inclined surface 521a can be 15°, 20°, 25°, or 30°, etc.

[0175] Satisfying this relationship ensures that the inclination angle of the first inclined surface 521a is not too small, thereby preventing the light output aperture of the light guide channel 521 of the light guide member 52 from being too small, which would result in excessive light concentration. This ensures that the range of light irradiating the display panel 114 is met. Furthermore, the light absorption is not affected by multiple reflections within the light guide channel 521 due to an excessively small inclination angle, thereby facilitating an increase in display brightness. Furthermore, the inclination angle of the first inclined surface 521a is not too large, which would result in more stray light passing through the light guide channel 521 and irradiating the display panel 114. This reduces problems such as halos and reflection spots around the preset display position of the display panel 114, resulting in a clearer pattern of light ultimately irradiating the display panel 114, thereby improving the display performance of the display panel 114.

[0176] In some embodiments, to further improve the display quality of the display panel 114, a cool-colored material, such as brown, blue, or purple, may be added to the injection molding material during the molding process of the display panel 114. This changes the color of the display panel 114, allowing the display panel 114 to absorb some light, further resolving the halation problem and making the text displayed on the display panel 114 clearer. The cool-colored material may be added to a proportion of 9% of the total injection molding material.

[0177] In some embodiments, see Figures 12 to 15 The panel assembly 11 further includes a decorative ring 116 , which is disposed on the display panel 114 . The inner periphery of the decorative ring 116 defines a display area 114 g .

[0178] By providing a decorative ring 116 on the display panel 114 , a main display area 114 g is defined on the inner periphery of the decorative ring 116 , that is, the display status of the vertical air conditioner can be displayed on the inner periphery of the decorative ring 116 , which can improve the aesthetics of the display panel 114 .

[0179] In some embodiments, the display panel 114 has an outer surface 114e and an inner surface 114f that are arranged opposite to each other. The outer surface 114e is provided with an annular assembly groove 1140, and the decorative ring 116 is connected to the assembly groove 1140 so that the assembly groove 1140 can serve as a limit for the decorative ring 116.

[0180] In some embodiments, the decorative ring 116 includes a decorative body 1161 that protrudes from the outer surface 114 e .

[0181] In some embodiments, the decorative ring 116 includes a transition portion 1162 , one end of which is connected to the side of the decorative body 1161 facing the outer surface 114 e . It is understood that the maximum thickness of the transition portion 1162 is no greater than the radial dimension of the decorative body 1161 .

[0182] In some embodiments, the decorative ring 116 includes an assembly rib 1163 , which is connected to the other end of the transition portion 1162 . The assembly rib 1163 and the transition portion 1162 are both installed in the assembly groove 1140 .

[0183] In some embodiments, the minimum thickness of transition portion 1162 is greater than the thickness of assembly rib 1163. In other words, the thickness of transition portion 1162 can be constant, for example, the cross-sectional shape can be rectangular. Alternatively, the thickness of transition portion 1162 can be gradually varying, for example, the cross-sectional shape can be trapezoidal.

[0184] The decorative ring 116 comprises a decorative body 1161, a transition portion 1162, and an assembly rib 1163. The transition portion 1162 and assembly rib 1163 are connected to the assembly groove 1140 to facilitate assembly and make the decorative ring 116 removable. The decorative body 1161 is protruded from the outer surface 114e to enhance the three-dimensional appearance of the decorative ring 116 relative to the display panel 114, thereby improving the appearance of the display panel 114. However, the decorative ring 116 is typically small in size, which can easily shrink after molding, and the assembly rib 1163 is relatively weak. By providing the transition portion 1162 between the decorative body 1161 and the assembly rib 1163 and setting the thickness of the transition portion 1162 greater than that of the assembly rib 1163, the transition portion 1162 balances the decorative body 1161 and the assembly rib 1163, ensuring that the strength of the assembly rib 1163 is not too weak and that the appearance of the decorative body 1161 is not easily diminished.

[0185] In some embodiments, as Figure 15 As shown, the thickness of the transition portion 1162 gradually decreases from the decorative body 1161 toward the assembly rib 1163 to form a second inclined surface 1162a on the transition portion 1162, and the assembly groove 1140 has a third inclined surface 1140b, which abuts the second inclined surface 1162a.

[0186] By gradually reducing the thickness of the transition portion 1162 from the decorative body 1161 toward the assembly rib 1163, a second inclined surface 1162a is formed on the transition portion 1162 to cooperate with the third inclined surface 1140b of the assembly groove 1140, which can guide the decorative ring 116 to be installed on the display panel 114, making the installation of the decorative ring 116 more convenient, and the inclined overlap between the decorative body 1161 and the assembly groove 1140 can make the contact area between the two larger, and the positioning connection effect is better, and at the same time, the decorative body 1161 and the outer surface 114e are more tightly matched, and it is less likely to produce a large gap.

[0187] In some embodiments, the assembly groove 1140 is provided with a snap-in 1140a that passes through the inner surface 114f, and the assembly rib 1163 is provided with a buckle 1163a. ​​The buckle 1163a passes through the snap-in 1140a and is engaged with the inner surface 114f.

[0188] On the basis that the transition portion 1162 and the assembly rib 1163 are installed in the assembly groove 1140 to play a positioning connection, a buckle 1163a is further provided on the assembly rib 1163, and the buckle 1163a is passed through the bayonet 1140a to one side of the inner surface 114f of the display panel 114 and is snapped with the inner surface 114f, thereby making the connection between the decorative ring 116 and the display panel 114 more secure.

[0189] Optionally, there may be multiple buckles 1163 a , and the multiple buckles 1163 a may be arranged around the assembly rib 1163 .

[0190] In some embodiments, see Figures 16 to 18 The first panel 111 has a first side 111a away from the air outlet 10b, and the first side 111a is provided with a plurality of first clamping portions 1111, and the plurality of first clamping portions 1111 are arranged at intervals along the first direction X. The panel seat 12 is provided with a second clamping portion 1211 that cooperates with the first clamping portion 1111, that is, the first side 111a of the first panel 111 can be connected to the panel seat 12.

[0191] In some embodiments, the first clamping portion 1111 is one of the hook and the slot, and the second clamping portion 1211 is the other of the hook and the slot. The first clamping portion 1111 has a first wall 1111a, and the second clamping portion 1211 has a second wall 1211a. The first wall 1111a and the second wall 1211a are arranged opposite to each other.

[0192] In some embodiments, as Figure 17 As shown, in the first direction X, there is a first gap D1 between the first wall 1111a of the first clamping portion 1111 near the two ends and the middle of the first panel 111 and the second wall 1211a of the corresponding second clamping portion 1211, and there is a second gap D2 between the first wall 1111a of the remaining part of the first clamping portion 1111 and the second wall 1211a of the corresponding second clamping portion, and D2 is greater than D1.

[0193] In some embodiments, the second panel 112 has a third side 112a away from the air outlet 10b, and the third side 112a is provided with a plurality of third clipping portions 1121, and the plurality of third clipping portions 1121 are arranged at intervals along the first direction X, and the panel seat 12 is provided with a fourth clipping portion 1212 that cooperates with the third clipping portion 1121, that is, the third side 112a of the second panel 112 can be connected to the panel seat 12.

[0194] In some embodiments, the third clamping portion 1121 is one of the hook and the slot, and the fourth clamping portion 1212 is the other of the hook and the slot. The third clamping portion 1121 has a third wall 1121a, and the fourth clamping portion 1212 has a fourth wall 1212a. The third wall 1121a and the fourth wall 1212a are arranged opposite to each other.

[0195] In some embodiments, as Figure 18As shown, in the first direction X, there is a third gap D3 between the third wall 1121a of the third clamping portion 1121 near the two ends and the middle of the second panel 112 and the fourth wall 1212a of the corresponding fourth clamping portion 1212, and there is a fourth gap D4 between the three walls of the remaining part of the third clamping portion 1121 and the fourth wall 1212a of the corresponding fourth clamping portion, and D4 is greater than D3.

[0196] The first panel 111 and the second panel 112 of the vertical air conditioner are usually of large size. In order to improve the reliability of the panel connection, multiple clamping parts are provided on both sides of the panel to connect with the clamping parts on the panel seat 12 to make the connection more secure. However, due to thermal expansion and contraction, these clamping parts of the panel and the panel seat 12 are prone to abnormal noise. Based on this, the present application forms a gap between the wall surfaces of the mutually cooperating clamping parts at three positions in the first direction X to achieve normal connection between the panel and the panel seat 12. A larger gap is formed between the wall surfaces of the remaining mutually cooperating clamping parts. When thermal expansion and contraction occur between the mutually cooperating clamping parts, the normal gap range may produce abnormal noise due to mutual compression. However, the possibility of mutual compression is reduced due to the larger gap between the remaining clamping parts, so the possibility of abnormal noise is reduced, thereby reducing the overall location of the clamping parts that may cause abnormal noise, thereby reducing noise and improving the user experience.

[0197] In some embodiments, it is also possible to select that only the first clamping portions 1111 and the corresponding second clamping portions 1211 near the two ends of the first panel 111 maintain a normal gap connection, while the first clamping portions 1111 and the corresponding second clamping portions 1211 at other locations have a larger gap. Correspondingly, it is also possible to select that only the third clamping portions 1121 and the corresponding fourth clamping portions 1212 near the two ends of the second panel 112 maintain a normal gap connection, while the gap between the third clamping portions 1121 and the corresponding fourth clamping portions 1212 at other locations is increased, which can more effectively reduce abnormal noise.

[0198] In some embodiments, a first friction member is provided on at least one of the first clamping portion 1111 and the corresponding second clamping portion 1211 near the two ends and the middle of the first panel 111, and the first friction member is located in the first gap. The first friction member is configured to increase the friction resistance between the first clamping portion 1111 and the second clamping portion 1211.

[0199] In some embodiments, a second friction member is provided on at least one of the third clamping portion 1121 and the corresponding fourth clamping portion 1212 near the ends and the middle of the second panel 112, and the second friction member is configured to increase the friction resistance between the third clamping portion 1121 and the fourth clamping portion 1212.

[0200] For example, the friction member may be made of a material with a high friction coefficient, such as flocked cloth, rubber, or silicone, and may be connected to the wall surface of the clamping portion by gluing.

[0201] By arranging friction parts on the clamping parts with normal fitting clearances at the upper, middle and lower positions, and making the friction parts located between the clamping parts that fit together, when the two are squeezed, the friction resistance can be increased with the help of the friction parts, making it difficult for the clamping parts to produce abnormal noise due to mutual squeezing, thereby further reducing noise.

[0202] The above is a detailed introduction to the vertical air conditioner disclosed in the embodiment of the present application. Specific examples are used herein to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of the present application. The description of the above embodiments is only used to help understand the vertical air conditioner of the present application and its core concept. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, according to the concept of the present application, there may be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope. In summary, the content of this specification should not be understood as limiting the present application.

Claims

1. A vertical air conditioner, characterized in that: include: An indoor unit, comprising: A housing, comprising: A panel assembly having an inner cavity and an air outlet connected to the inner cavity; a panel seat, the panel seat being located in the inner cavity and connected to the panel assembly; The panel assembly includes: First panel; a second panel, the second panel being spaced apart from the first panel, and defining the air outlet between the second panel and the first panel; a connecting member, the connecting member being located between the first panel and the second panel, and being connected to the top ends of the first panel and the second panel along a first direction, and the connecting member being integrally provided with the first panel and the second panel; a display panel, wherein the display panel is provided with a first guide portion, and the connecting member is provided with a second guide portion, the second guide portion being coupled and connected with the first guide portion to guide the display panel to be inserted between the first panel and the second panel; The first direction is the height direction of the housing.

2. A vertical air conditioner, characterized in that: include: An indoor unit, comprising: A housing, comprising: A panel assembly having an inner cavity and an air outlet connected to the inner cavity; a panel seat, the panel seat being located in the inner cavity and connected to the panel assembly; The panel assembly includes: a first panel; and a second panel, the second panel being spaced apart from the first panel, the air outlet being defined between the second panel and the first panel; a connecting member, the connecting member being located between the first panel and the second panel, and being connected to the top ends of the first panel and the second panel along a first direction, and the connecting member being integrally provided with the first panel and the second panel; a display panel, wherein the display panel is provided with a first guide portion and a first fixing portion, and the connecting member is provided with a second guide portion and a second fixing portion, the second guide portion being coupled and connected with the first guide portion to guide the display panel to be inserted between the first panel and the second panel, and the first fixing portion and the second fixing portion being configured to be passed through by a fastener to connect the display panel to the connecting member; The first direction is the height direction of the housing.

3. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The first panel has a first side and a second side disposed opposite to each other along the width direction of the air outlet, and the second panel has a third side and a fourth side disposed opposite to each other along the width direction of the air outlet; The connecting piece includes: a first connecting bar connected to a top end of the first panel and protruding toward the panel seat, the first connecting bar extending from the first side to the second side; a second connecting strip connected to a top end of the second panel and protruding toward the panel seat, the second connecting strip extending from the third side to the fourth side; a middle portion, the middle portion being connected between the first connecting strip and the second connecting strip and being located between the first panel and the second panel, the middle portion, the first panel, and the second panel jointly defining the air outlet; Wherein, the second guide portion is provided on at least one of the first connecting bar, the second connecting bar and the middle portion.

4. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that The display panel includes: a display panel body, the display panel body being inserted between the first panel and the second panel and spaced apart from the middle portion; An end cover is connected to the upper part of the display panel body, the end cover is provided with the first guide portion, and the end cover covers the upper part of the first connecting strip, the middle portion and the second connecting strip.

5. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The display panel has an upper surface and a lower surface facing each other in the first direction; The second guide portion includes: a column, the column being protruded from the connecting member and extending toward the lower surface along the first direction; an abutment platform, the abutment platform being arranged on the outer periphery of the column; The first guide portion is a through hole, the column is passed through the through hole and exposed on the upper surface, and the abutment platform abuts against the lower surface; The housing further comprises: A cover plate is located above the panel assembly, and a connecting column with an opening is provided on the cover plate. The column exposed on the upper surface is passed through the opening, and the connecting column abuts against the upper surface.

6. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The indoor unit further includes: A display module is connected to the connector and is disposed corresponding to the display panel. The display module includes: Light source assembly; A light guide member is provided with a light guide channel, the light guide channel is configured to guide the light emitted by the light source assembly and illuminate the display panel, and the material of the light guide member is black.

7. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that The aperture of the light guide channel gradually increases from the light source assembly toward the display panel to form a first inclined surface in the light guide channel. The inclination angle α of the first inclined surface satisfies: α≥10° and / or α≤40°.

8. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that The display module further includes: The mounting seat is connected to the connecting member, and the mounting seat has a mounting cavity. The light source assembly and the light guide member are both located in the mounting cavity and connected to the mounting seat.

9. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The panel assembly further includes: A decorative ring is provided on the display panel, wherein the inner periphery of the decorative ring defines a display area.

10. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that The display panel has an outer surface and an inner surface that are opposite to each other, and an annular assembly groove is provided on the outer surface; The decorative ring comprises: a decorative body protruding from the outer surface; a transition portion, one end of which is connected to a side of the decorative body facing the outer surface; An assembly rib is connected to the other end of the transition portion. Both the assembly rib and the transition portion are installed in the assembly groove. The minimum thickness of the transition portion is greater than the thickness of the assembly rib.

11. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 10, characterized in that: The thickness of the transition portion gradually decreases from the decorative body toward the assembly rib to form a second inclined surface on the transition portion. The assembly groove has a third inclined surface that abuts against the second inclined surface.

12. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 10, wherein: The assembly groove is provided with a bayonet penetrating the inner surface, and the assembly rib is provided with a buckle, which is passed through the bayonet and engaged with the inner surface.

13. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The first panel has a first side away from the air outlet, the first side is provided with a plurality of first clamping portions, the plurality of first clamping portions are spaced apart along the first direction, the panel seat is provided with a second clamping portion cooperating with the first clamping portion, the first clamping portion is one of a hook and a slot, the second clamping portion is the other of the hook and the slot, the first clamping portion has a first wall surface, the second clamping portion has a second wall surface, and the first wall surface and the second wall surface are arranged opposite to each other; In the first direction, a first gap D1 is defined between the first wall surface of the first clipping portion near both ends and the middle of the first panel and the second wall surface of the corresponding second clipping portion, and a second gap D2 is defined between the first wall surface of the remaining portion of the first clipping portion and the second wall surface of the corresponding second clipping portion, where D2 is greater than D1; and / or The second panel has a third side away from the air outlet, the third side is provided with a plurality of third clamping portions, the plurality of third clamping portions are arranged at intervals along the first direction, the panel seat is provided with a fourth clamping portion cooperating with the third clamping portion, the third clamping portion is one of a hook and a slot, the fourth clamping portion is the other of the hook and the slot, the third clamping portion has a third wall surface, the fourth clamping portion has a fourth wall surface, and the third wall surface and the fourth wall surface are arranged opposite to each other; In the first direction, there is a third gap D3 between the three walls of the third clamping part near the two ends and the middle of the second panel and the fourth wall of the corresponding fourth clamping part, and there is a fourth gap D4 between the three walls of the remaining part of the third clamping part and the fourth wall of the corresponding fourth clamping part, and D4 is greater than D3.

14. The vertical air conditioner according to claim 13, wherein: A first friction member is provided on at least one of the first clamping portion and the corresponding second clamping portion near both ends and the middle of the first panel, the first friction member is located in the first gap, and the first friction member is configured to increase frictional resistance between the first clamping portion and the second clamping portion; and / or, A second friction member is provided on at least one of the third clamping portion and the corresponding fourth clamping portion near both ends and the middle of the second panel, and the second friction member is configured to increase the friction resistance between the third clamping portion and the fourth clamping portion.

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