Air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model discloses an air conditioner which comprises a front panel, the front panel comprises a panel body and a water guide rib, the water guide rib protrudes out of the rear side of the panel body, the panel body is provided with a display area, the air conditioner comprises a display module arranged on the rear side of the display area, and the water guide rib comprises a first transverse rib located above the display area; the vertical ribs are located on the left side and the right side of the display area and extend in the vertical direction, the first transverse ribs extend in the left-right direction, and the left end and the right end of each first transverse rib extend to be connected with the upper ends of the vertical ribs on the left side and the right side respectively. By arranging the first transverse ribs and the vertical ribs, water flowing into the rear side of the panel body can be blocked by the first transverse ribs, the first transverse ribs are connected with the vertical ribs, and the water blocked by the first transverse ribs can be discharged downwards from the side faces, away from the display area, of the vertical ribs along the vertical ribs; the probability that water flowing to the rear side of the panel body flows to the display module in the display area is reduced, and the working reliability of the display module is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioning equipment, and in particular to an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, when water flows down from the top of a vertical air conditioner, the water can easily flow from the edge of the front panel into the electrical components inside the air conditioner, causing a short circuit and affecting the normal operation of the air conditioner. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this utility model proposes an air conditioner in which a first horizontal rib and a vertical rib are provided to block the water flow direction display module, thereby improving the working stability of the air conditioner.

[0004] An air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a front panel, the front panel including a panel body and a water guide rib, the water guide rib protruding from the rear side of the panel body, the panel body having a display area, the air conditioner including a display module disposed behind the display area, the water guide rib including a first horizontal rib located above the display area and vertical ribs located on the left and right sides of the display area, the vertical ribs extending in a vertical direction, the first horizontal rib extending in a horizontal direction, and the left and right ends of the first horizontal rib extending to connect with the upper ends of the vertical ribs on the left and right sides respectively.

[0005] According to the present invention, by setting a first horizontal rib and a vertical rib, water flowing into the back of the panel body will be blocked by the first horizontal rib, and the first horizontal rib is connected to the vertical rib. The water blocked by the first horizontal rib can be discharged downward along the vertical rib from the side of the vertical rib away from the display area, thereby reducing the probability of water flowing into the back of the panel body flowing into the display module in the display area and improving the working reliability of the display module.

[0006] In some embodiments, a top-open water channel is defined between the first horizontal rib and the panel body, the water channel extending in a left-right direction, and the left and right ends of the water channel extending to the vertical ribs on the corresponding sides.

[0007] In some embodiments, the bottom wall of the water guide channel slopes downward from the middle to the left and right sides.

[0008] In some embodiments, the first horizontal rib includes a first rib and a second rib, both of which extend in a left-right direction. The second rib extends upward from the first rib and is spaced apart from the panel body. The water guide groove is defined between the first rib, the second rib and the panel body. The two ends of the length of the second rib have upwardly protruding portions.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first horizontal rib includes an extension located beyond the left and right ends of the water guide channel, the extension extending to the side of the vertical rib on the corresponding side away from the display area in the left-right direction.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first transverse rib includes a plurality of first reinforcing ribs disposed within the water guide channel and spaced apart in the left-right direction.

[0011] In some embodiments, the height by which the vertical rib protrudes rearward from the panel body is the protrusion height of the vertical rib, and the vertical rib includes an upper section and a lower section arranged from top to bottom, wherein the protrusion height of the upper section is greater than the protrusion height of the lower section.

[0012] In some embodiments, the length of the upper segment in the vertical direction accounts for 15%-50% of the length of the vertical rib in the vertical direction.

[0013] In some embodiments, the lower end of the vertical rib is lower than or flush with the lower end of the display area.

[0014] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further includes: a panel bracket, the front panel is mounted on the front side of the panel bracket, the panel bracket has an opening corresponding to the display area, the display module is mounted on the panel bracket and passes through the opening, the panel bracket and the front panel cooperate with a limiting component, the limiting component restricts the relative displacement of the panel bracket and the front panel in the front-rear direction, and at least one limiting component is provided at the edge of the opening.

[0015] In some embodiments, the limiting component includes a first limiting hook distributed above the display area and a second limiting hook distributed below the display area. The panel bracket has a first limiting groove that cooperates with the first limiting hook and a second limiting groove that cooperates with the second limiting hook. The first limiting hook and the second limiting hook extend in the same direction, and the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove open in the same direction. The first limiting hook and the second limiting hook are hooked in the corresponding limiting groove in the same direction.

[0016] In some embodiments, the first limiting hook is located at the center of the first transverse rib in the left-right direction and extends upward or downward from the first transverse rib.

[0017] In some embodiments, the first horizontal rib includes a first rib and a second rib, both extending in a left-right direction. The second rib extends upward from the first rib and is spaced apart from the panel body to define a top-open water channel between the first rib, the second rib, and the panel body. The water channel extends in a left-right direction to the vertical ribs on the left and right sides. The first rib includes a rear protrusion extending to the rear side of the second rib. The first limiting hook is disposed on the rear protrusion. The first horizontal rib includes a plurality of second reinforcing ribs disposed between the rear protrusion and the second rib and spaced apart in a left-right direction.

[0018] In some embodiments, the front panel further includes a second horizontal rib located below the display area, the second horizontal rib extending in a left-right direction, and a second limiting hook disposed at the center of the second horizontal rib in the left-right direction and extending upward or downward from the second horizontal rib.

[0019] In some embodiments, the left and right ends of the second horizontal rib extend beyond the left and right edges of the display area, respectively; and / or, the second horizontal rib includes a third rib and a fourth rib, both of which extend in the left-right direction, the fourth rib extending upward from the third rib and spaced apart from the panel body, so as to define a top-open groove cavity between the third rib, the fourth rib and the panel body, and the second horizontal rib includes a plurality of third reinforcing ribs disposed in the groove cavity and spaced apart in the left-right direction.

[0020] In some embodiments, the length direction of the air conditioner is vertical, and the air conditioner further includes an upper decorative strip, which is installed on the front side of the panel bracket and located above the front panel. The upper end of the front panel extends obliquely upward and backward and covers the front side of the lower part of the upper decorative strip.

[0021] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the front panel component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the front panel according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of another part of the front panel structure according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of region A in the middle;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a partial cross-sectional view of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A magnified view of a portion of region B in the middle;

[0028] Figure 7 yes Figure 5 A magnified view of a portion of region C in the middle;

[0029] Figure 8 yes Figure 3 A magnified view of a portion of region D in the middle;

[0030] Figure 9 yes Figure 3 A magnified view of a portion of region E in the middle;

[0031] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 11 This is an exploded view of the structure of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] Figure label:

[0034] Air conditioner 1000;

[0035] Housing component 100;

[0036] Front panel component 1;

[0037] Panel bracket 11; front shell top plate 111; bracket body 112; clearance opening 1121; first limiting groove 1122; second limiting groove 1123;

[0038] Front panel 12;

[0039] Display area 121;

[0040] Panel body 122; upper part 1221;

[0041] Water conductor 123;

[0042] First transverse rib 1231; First rib 12311; Rear protrusion 123111; Second rib 12312; Upper protrusion 123121; Extension 12313; First reinforcing rib 12314; Second reinforcing rib 12315;

[0043] Vertical bars 1232; upper section 12321; lower section 12322;

[0044] Water guide channel 124;

[0045] Second transverse rib 125; Third rib 1251; Fourth rib 1252; Third reinforcing rib 1253;

[0046] Limiting component 126; First limiting hook 1261; Second limiting hook 1262;

[0047] 127-channel cavity;

[0048] Upper decorative strip 13;

[0049] Display module 15;

[0050] Rear box component 2; Rear top plate 21;

[0051] Top cover component 300;

[0052] Chassis components 400;

[0053] Air outlet frame component 500;

[0054] Fan component 600; impeller 61; motor 62; volute 63;

[0055] Heat exchanger component 700; heat exchanger 71; heat exchanger support 72; electric auxiliary heating 73; sealing plate 74;

[0056] Electrical control box component 800. Detailed Implementation

[0057] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0058] The following disclosure provides numerous different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of the present invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples. Such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this invention; however, those skilled in the art will recognize the applicability of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0059] The air conditioner 1000 of this utility model is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0060] According to an embodiment of the present utility model, the air conditioner 1000, such as Figure 1-Figure 3 As shown, the air conditioner 1000 includes: a front panel 12, the front panel 12 includes a panel body 122 and a water guide rib 123, the water guide rib 123 protrudes from the rear side of the panel body 122, the panel body 122 has a display area 121, the air conditioner 1000 includes a display module 15 disposed on the rear side of the display area 121, the water guide rib 123 includes a first horizontal rib 1231 located above the display area 121, and vertical ribs 1232 located on the left and right sides of the display area 121, the vertical ribs 1232 extend in the vertical direction, the first horizontal rib 1231 extends in the left and right direction, and the left and right ends of the first horizontal rib 1231 extend to connect with the upper ends of the vertical ribs 1232 on the left and right sides respectively, that is, the left end of the first horizontal rib 1231 extends to connect with the upper end of the left vertical rib 1232, and the right end of the first horizontal rib 1231 extends to connect with the upper end of the right vertical rib 1232.

[0061] The front panel 12 is located on the front side of the air conditioner 1000, and the panel body 122 is the main body of the front panel 12. The water guide ribs 123 are located on the panel body 122. The panel body 122 has a display area 121, and the display module 15 of the air conditioner 1000 is located on the rear side of the display area 121, so that the operating parameters and other information of the air conditioner 1000 are displayed in the display area 121.

[0062] A first horizontal rib 1231 extending in a left-right direction is provided above the display area 121, and vertical ribs 1232 extending in a vertical direction are respectively provided on the left and right sides of the display area 121. The left and right ends of the first horizontal rib 1231 extend to connect with the upper ends of the vertical ribs 1232 on both sides. By setting the first horizontal rib 1231 and vertical ribs 1232 around the display area 121, as... Figure 3 As shown, when water flows from the gap in the front panel 12 into the rear side of the panel body 122, the first horizontal rib 1231 blocks the water, preventing it from flowing further down to the display module 15 in the display area 121. The first horizontal rib 1231 connects to the vertical rib 1232, allowing the water blocked by the first horizontal rib 1231 to drain downwards along the outer side of the vertical rib 1232 away from the display area 121, thus improving the operational stability of the display module 15 in the display area 121. Figure 3 As shown in the figure, the dashed lines with arrows indicate the direction of water flow.

[0063] According to the embodiment of the present utility model, the air conditioner 1000, by setting a first horizontal rib 1231 and a vertical rib 1232, water flowing from the edge of the front panel 12 to the rear side of the panel body 122 will be blocked by the first horizontal rib 1231. The first horizontal rib 1231 is connected to the vertical rib 1232. The water blocked by the first horizontal rib 1231 can be discharged downward along the vertical rib 1232 from the side of the vertical rib 1232 away from the display area 121, reducing the probability that water flowing to the rear side of the panel body 122 will flow to the display module 15 in the display area 121, and improving the working reliability of the display module 15.

[0064] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, a top-open water guide channel 124 is defined between the first horizontal rib 1231 and the panel body 122. The water guide channel 124 extends in the left-right direction, and the left and right ends of the water guide channel 124 extend to the corresponding vertical ribs 1232. That is, the left end of the water guide channel 124 extends to the left vertical rib 1232, and the right end of the water guide channel 124 extends to the right vertical rib 1232.

[0065] The water guide channel 124 collects water that flows into the rear side of the panel body 122 from the gap of the front panel 12. The collected water flows to the left and right sides along the guide channel and is discharged downward from the left and right sides of the display area 121 along the vertical rib 1232.

[0066] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the bottom wall of the water guide channel 124 slopes downwards from the middle to the left and right sides. This accelerates the flow of water from the middle of the water guide channel 124 to the left and right sides, speeds up the drainage of water from the water guide channel 124, reduces the phenomenon of water accumulating in the water guide channel 124, and reduces the possibility of the front panel 12 being contaminated due to prolonged water retention in the water guide channel 124.

[0067] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 and Figure 8 As shown, the first horizontal rib 1231 includes a first rib 12311 and a second rib 12312. Both the first rib 12311 and the second rib 12312 extend in the left-right direction. The second rib 12312 extends upward from the first rib 12311 and is spaced apart from the panel body 122. The water guide groove 124 is defined between the first rib 12311, the second rib 12312 and the panel body 122. Figure 4 As shown, the second rib 12312 has an upwardly protruding upper part 123121 at both ends of its length.

[0068] The first rib 12311 is connected to the rear side of the panel body 122 and extends to the rear side of the panel body 122. The second rib 12312 is connected to the first rib 12311 and extends upward. The first rib 12311 is constructed as the bottom of the water guide channel 124. The second rib 12312 and the panel body 122 are constructed as the walls of the water guide channel 124. The first rib 12311, the second rib 12312 and the panel body 122 define a water guide channel 124 with an open top.

[0069] The second rib 12312 has upward protrusions 123121 at both ends of its length, which can increase the structural complexity of the end of the second rib 12312, improve the structural reliability of the second rib 12312, and also strengthen the water-blocking function at the end, preventing water from concentrating at the bend and pouring into the display area 121.

[0070] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 4 As shown, the first horizontal rib 1231 includes an extension 12313 located outside the left and right ends of the water guide groove 124. The extension 12313 extends to the side of the vertical rib 1232 on the corresponding side away from the display area 121 in the left and right direction.

[0071] The left and right ends of the first horizontal rib 1231 extend to the upper ends of the vertical ribs 1232 on both sides and connect with them. The first horizontal rib 1231 includes an extension portion 12313. The first horizontal rib 1231 does not simply extend in the left and right direction until it just connects with the upper end of the vertical rib 1232, but extends beyond the vertical rib 1232 in the left and right direction. The extension portion 12313 extends to the side of the vertical rib 1232 on the corresponding side that is away from the display area 121 in the left and right direction. The water guide groove 124 defined by the first horizontal rib 1231 can stably guide water to the side of the vertical rib 1232 away from the display area 121, reducing the occurrence of water flowing to the side of the vertical rib 1232 that is close to the display area 121.

[0072] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the first horizontal rib 1231 includes a plurality of first reinforcing ribs 12314 disposed within the water guide channel 124 and spaced apart in the left-right direction.

[0073] By setting multiple first reinforcing ribs 12314, the structural stability of the first horizontal rib 1231 can be improved, the water guide groove 124 is not easily deformed, and water can flow stably along the water guide groove 124 to avoid entering the display area 121.

[0074] In some embodiments of this utility model, the height by which the vertical rib 1232 protrudes rearward from the panel body 122 is the protrusion height of the vertical rib 1232, such as... Figure 4As shown, the vertical rib 1232 includes an upper segment 12321 and a lower segment 12322 arranged from top to bottom, and the protrusion height of the upper segment 12321 is greater than the protrusion height of the lower segment 12322.

[0075] Water flows from the upper end of the first horizontal rib 1231 to the vertical ribs 1232 on both sides in the left-right direction, and then flows down along the vertical ribs 1232 from the outside away from the display area 121. The protrusion height of the upper section 12321 is greater than that of the lower section 12322. The upper section 12321 has a better blocking effect on water, which can prevent water from pouring into the display area 121 when it flows down.

[0076] After the water flows downward along the vertical rib 1232, it will not easily change its direction and pour into the display area 121. Therefore, the protrusion height of the lower section 12322 can be designed to be smaller, thereby saving material usage and reducing manufacturing costs.

[0077] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 4 As shown, the length of the upper segment 12321 in the vertical direction accounts for 15%-50% of the length of the vertical rib 1232 in the vertical direction.

[0078] The length of the upper section 12321 is less than or equal to half the overall length of the vertical rib 1232. Under the premise that the upper section 12321 effectively blocks water, the protrusion height of the lower section 12322 is relatively low, thereby saving material usage and reducing manufacturing costs.

[0079] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 As shown, the lower end of the vertical rib 1232 is lower than or flush with the lower end of the display area 121.

[0080] The lower end of the vertical rib 1232 is lower than or flush with the display area 121, which blocks the water flowing along the vertical rib 1232 from flowing to the outside of the display area 121, thus preventing water from flowing from the lower end of the vertical rib 1232 to the display area 121.

[0081] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown, the air conditioner 1000 also includes a panel bracket 11. A front panel 12 is mounted on the front side of the panel bracket 11. The panel bracket 11 has a clearance opening 1121 at the corresponding display area 121. The display module 15 is mounted on the panel bracket 11 and passes through the clearance opening 1121. The panel bracket 11 and the front panel 12 cooperate with each other through a limiting component 126. The limiting component 126 restricts the relative displacement of the panel bracket 11 and the front panel 12 in the front-rear direction. At least one limiting component 126 is provided at the edge of the clearance opening 1121.

[0082] The front panel 12 is mounted on the panel bracket 11 and is located on the front side of the panel bracket 11. The display module 15 is also mounted on the panel bracket 11. The panel bracket 11 has a clearance opening 1121, through which the display module 15 passes. When the front panel 12 is mounted on the panel bracket 11, the display module 15 mounted on the panel bracket 11 is located behind the display area 121 and displays information in the display area 121.

[0083] The panel bracket 11 and the front panel 12 are engaged by the limiting component 126, which can improve the stability of the engagement between the panel bracket 11 and the front panel 12. By providing at least one limiting component 126 at the edge of the clearance opening 1121, the panel bracket 11 and the front panel 12 are tightly engaged in the display area 121, reducing the engagement gap and improving the clarity of the display module 15 in the display area 121. Furthermore, it can further prevent water from entering the display module 15 and improve the working stability of the display module 15.

[0084] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the limiting component 126 includes a first limiting hook 1261 distributed above the display area 121 and a second limiting hook 1262 distributed below the display area 121. The panel bracket 11 has a first limiting groove 1122 that cooperates with the first limiting hook 1261 and a second limiting groove 1123 that cooperates with the second limiting hook 1262. The first limiting hook 1261 and the second limiting hook 1262 extend in the same direction. The first limiting groove 1122 and the second limiting groove 1123 open in the same direction. The first limiting hook 1261 and the second limiting hook 1262 are hooked in the corresponding limiting grooves in the same direction.

[0085] The limiting component 126 includes a first limiting hook 1261 located above the display area 121 and a second limiting hook 1262 located below the display area 121. The panel bracket 11 has a first limiting groove 1122 located above the clearance opening 1121 and a second limiting groove 1123 located below the clearance opening 1121. The first limiting hook 1261 cooperates with the first limiting groove 1122, and the second limiting hook 1262 cooperates with the second limiting groove 1123. By limiting the upper and lower components 126, the stability of the cooperation between the panel bracket 11 and the front panel 12 can be improved, and the cooperation between the panel bracket 11 and the front panel 12 at the display area 121 is tight.

[0086] It is worth noting that the same extension direction of the first limiting hook 1261 and the second limiting hook 1262 means that the first limiting hook 1261 and the second limiting hook 1262 both extend upward, or both extend downward, or both extend to the left, or both extend to the right. Thus, when assembling the front panel 12 and the panel bracket 11, the front panel 12 can be installed onto the panel bracket 11 by installing along one direction, which reduces the assembly difficulty and helps to improve the assembly efficiency.

[0087] Similarly, the opening directions of the first limiting groove 1122 and the second limiting groove 1123 are the same, so that the mating directions of the first limiting hook 1261 and the second limiting hook 1262 are consistent, thereby reducing the assembly difficulty and improving the assembly efficiency.

[0088] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, there is one first limiting hook 1261 located above the center of the display area 121, and one second limiting hook 1262 located below the center of the display area. The first limiting hook 1261 is located above the center of the display area 121, and the second limiting hook 1262 is located below the center of the display area 121. This arrangement of the first and second limiting hooks makes it easier to ensure a tight fit between the panel bracket 11 and the front panel 12 within the display area 121.

[0089] In other embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 As shown, there can be multiple first limiting hooks 1261, which are spaced apart in the left-right direction. For example, first limiting hooks 1261 can be provided at the top center and on both the left and right sides of the display area. Providing multiple first limiting hooks 1261 can improve the reliability of the fit.

[0090] Similarly, there can be multiple second limit hooks 1262, which are spaced apart in the left and right directions.

[0091] For example, in some embodiments, when there are multiple first limiting hooks 1261, the upper protrusion 123121 described herein can be used as the first limiting hook 1261.

[0092] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first limiting hook 1261 is located at the center of the first horizontal rib 1231 in the left-right direction, and extends upward or downward from the first horizontal rib 1231.

[0093] The first horizontal rib 1231 is connected to the rear side of the panel body 122 and protrudes towards the rear side of the panel body 122. The first limiting hook 1261 extends rearward to cooperate with the first limiting groove 1122 on the panel bracket 11. Therefore, the first horizontal rib 1231 meets the requirement of the first limiting hook 1261 extending rearward. Setting the first limiting hook 1261 on the first horizontal rib 1231 can not only reduce the mutual interference between the first horizontal rib 1231 and the first limiting hook 1261, but also reduce the material usage of the first limiting hook 1261 and reduce manufacturing costs.

[0094] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 and Figure 8 As shown, the first horizontal rib 1231 includes a first rib 12311 and a second rib 12312. Both the first rib 12311 and the second rib 12312 extend in the left-right direction. The second rib 12312 extends upward from the first rib 12311 and is spaced apart from the panel body 122 to define a top-open water guide groove 124 between the first rib 12311, the second rib 12312 and the panel body 122. The water guide groove 124 extends in the left-right direction to the vertical ribs 1232 on the left and right sides. The first rib 12311 includes a rear protrusion 123111 extending to the rear side of the second rib 12312. The first limiting hook 1261 is provided on the rear protrusion 123111. The first horizontal rib 1231 includes a plurality of second reinforcing ribs 12315 provided between the rear protrusion 123111 and the second rib 12312 and spaced apart in the left-right direction.

[0095] The first rib 12311 is connected to the rear side of the panel body 122 and extends towards the rear side of the panel body 122. The second rib 12312 is connected to the first rib 12311 and extends upward. The first rib 12311 forms the bottom of the water guide channel 124, and the second rib 12312 and the panel body 122 form the wall of the water guide channel 124. The first rib 12311, the second rib 12312, and the panel body 122 define a top-open water guide channel 124. The water guide channel 124 collects water flowing from the gap in the front panel 12 into the rear side of the panel body 122. The collected water flows to the left and right sides along the guide channel and is discharged downward from the left and right sides of the display area 121 along the vertical rib 1232.

[0096] like Figure 8 As shown, the second rib 12312 is disposed in the middle of the first rib 12311 in the front-back direction. The first rib 12311 has a rear protrusion 123111 extending to the rear of the second rib 12312. The first limiting hook 1261 is disposed in the rear protrusion 123111, which is closer to the panel support 11, so as to facilitate its cooperation with the first limiting groove 1122 on the panel support 11.

[0097] By providing multiple second reinforcing ribs 12315 between the rear protrusion 123111 and the second rib 12312 and spaced apart in the left and right direction, the structural strength of the rear protrusion 123111 is improved, making the structure at the location of the first limiting hook 1261 more reliable and stable, and the limiting more reliable.

[0098] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the first limiting hook 1261 is located at the center of the first horizontal rib 1231 in the left-right direction. The two ends of the length of the second rib 12312 each have an upwardly protruding upper protrusion 123121. The upper protrusion 123121 and the first limiting hook 1261 are both used to limit the cooperation with the panel bracket 11 to form a three-point limit and improve the stability of the cooperation.

[0099] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the front panel 12 also includes a second horizontal rib 125, which is located below the display area 121. The second horizontal rib 125 extends in the left-right direction, and the second limiting hook 1262 is located at the center of the second horizontal rib 125 in the left-right direction and extends upward or downward from the second horizontal rib 125.

[0100] By providing a second horizontal rib 125 below the display area 121 of the front panel 12, the shape stability of the front panel 12 at the lower edge of the display area 121 can be improved, the tightness of the fit between the display module 15 and the panel body 122 can be enhanced, and the display effect can be improved.

[0101] The second horizontal rib 125 is connected to the rear side of the panel body 122 and protrudes towards the rear side of the panel body 122. The second limiting hook 1262 extends rearward to cooperate with the second limiting groove 1123 on the panel bracket 11. Therefore, the second horizontal rib 125 meets the requirement of the second limiting hook 1262 extending rearward. Setting the second limiting hook 1262 on the second horizontal rib 125 can not only reduce the mutual interference between the second horizontal rib 125 and the second limiting hook 1262, but also reduce the material usage of the second limiting hook 1262 and reduce manufacturing costs.

[0102] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 As shown, the left and right ends of the second horizontal rib 125 extend beyond the left and right edges of the display area 121, respectively. The second horizontal rib 125 provides better shape stability reinforcement at the lower edge of the display area 121, improving the tightness of the fit between the display module 15 and the panel body 122.

[0103] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 9As shown, the second horizontal rib 125 includes a third rib 1251 and a fourth rib 1252. Both the third rib 1251 and the fourth rib 1252 extend in the left-right direction. The fourth rib 1252 extends upward from the third rib 1251 and is spaced apart from the panel body 122, so as to define a top-open groove cavity 127 between the third rib 1251, the fourth rib 1252 and the panel body 122. The second horizontal rib 125 includes a plurality of third reinforcing ribs 1253 disposed in the groove cavity 127 and spaced apart in the left-right direction.

[0104] The third rib 1251 is connected to the rear side of the panel body 122 and extends towards the rear side of the panel body 122. The fourth rib 1252 is connected to the rear end of the third rib 1251 and extends upward. The third rib 1251, the fourth rib 1252 and the panel body 122 together form a groove cavity 127. The third reinforcing rib 1253 connects the third rib 1251, the fourth rib 1252 and the panel body 122, which can improve the structural stability of the second horizontal rib 125, making the arrangement stability of the second limiting hook 1262 set on the second horizontal rib 125 stronger and the limiting of the second limiting hook 1262 more reliable.

[0105] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 10 As shown, the length of air conditioner 1000 is in the vertical direction, as follows: Figure 1 As shown, the air conditioner 1000 also includes an upper decorative strip 13, which is installed on the front side of the panel bracket 11 and located above the front panel 12, as shown. Figure 5 As shown, the upper part 1221 of the front panel 12 extends obliquely upward and backward and covers the front side of the lower part of the upper decorative strip 13.

[0106] The upper decorative strip 13 is installed on the panel bracket 11 and located between the front panel 12 and the panel bracket 11. The upper end of the front panel 12 extends backward and upward. The design of the upper end of the front panel 12 can reduce the gap between the upper decorative strip 13 and the front panel 12, and reduce the possibility of water entering through the gap between the front panel 12 and the upper decorative strip 13.

[0107] like Figure 6 As shown, when water enters the gap between the upper decorative strip 13 and the front panel 12, the water will be collected and guided away by the water guide groove 124 formed by the first horizontal rib 1231, preventing it from entering the display area 121. The dashed lines with arrows in the figure indicate the direction of water flow.

[0108] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 11 As shown, the air conditioner 1000 includes a housing component 100, which includes a front panel component 1 and a rear compartment component 2 located behind the front panel component 1.

[0109] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 11 As shown, the air conditioner 1000 also includes a top cover component 300, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the panel bracket 11 includes a bracket body 112 and a front shell top plate 111 located on the upper side of the bracket body 112, as... Figure 11 As shown, the rear housing component 2 has a rear top plate 21 on its top, and the top cover component 300 is mounted above the housing component 100 and connected to the front top plate 111 and the rear top plate 21.

[0110] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 11 As shown, the air conditioner 1000 also includes a chassis component 400, which is located at the bottom of the housing component 100. The air conditioner 1000 also includes an air outlet frame component 500, a fan component 600, a heat exchanger component 700, and an electrical control box component 800, all disposed within the housing component 100.

[0111] like Figure 11 As shown, the fan component 600 includes: a fan wheel 61, a motor 62, and a volute 63. The fan wheel 61 is installed inside the volute 63, and the motor 62 drives the fan wheel 61 to rotate. The heat exchanger component 700 includes: a heat exchanger 71 and a heat exchanger support 72. The heat exchanger 71 is mounted on the heat exchanger support 72. The heat exchanger component 700 also includes an electric auxiliary heater 73 and a sealing plate 74. The electric auxiliary heater 73 is used to assist in heating when the heat exchanger 71 is heating.

[0112] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0113] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0114] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0115] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0116] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0117] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and purpose of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The front panel includes a panel body and water guide ribs. The water guide ribs protrude from the rear side of the panel body. The panel body has a display area. The air conditioner includes a display module disposed behind the display area. The water guide ribs include a first horizontal rib located above the display area and vertical ribs located on the left and right sides of the display area. The vertical ribs extend in the vertical direction, and the first horizontal rib extends in the left and right direction. The left and right ends of the first horizontal rib extend to connect with the upper ends of the vertical ribs on the left and right sides, respectively.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first horizontal rib and the panel body define a top-open water guide channel, which extends in the left-right direction, and the left and right ends of the water guide channel extend to the vertical ribs on the corresponding sides.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom wall of the water guide channel slopes downward from the middle to the left and right sides.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first horizontal rib includes a first rib and a second rib. Both the first rib and the second rib extend in the left-right direction. The second rib extends upward from the first rib and is spaced apart from the panel body. The water guide groove is defined between the first rib, the second rib and the panel body. The two ends of the length of the second rib have upward protrusions.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first horizontal rib includes an extension located outside the left and right ends of the water guide channel, the extension extending to the side of the vertical rib on the corresponding side away from the display area in the left-right direction.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first horizontal rib includes a plurality of first reinforcing ribs disposed within the water guide channel and spaced apart in the left-right direction.

7. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The height by which the vertical rib protrudes backward from the panel body is the protrusion height of the vertical rib. The vertical rib includes an upper section and a lower section arranged from top to bottom, and the protrusion height of the upper section is greater than that of the lower section.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 7, characterized in that, The length of the upper section in the vertical direction accounts for 15%-50% of the length of the vertical rib in the vertical direction.

9. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The lower end of the vertical rib is lower than or flush with the lower end of the display area.

10. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A panel bracket is provided, wherein the front panel is mounted on the front side of the panel bracket, the panel bracket has an opening corresponding to the display area, the display module is mounted on the panel bracket and passes through the opening, the panel bracket and the front panel are engaged by a limiting component, the limiting component restricts the relative displacement of the panel bracket and the front panel in the front-back direction, and at least one limiting component is provided at the edge of the opening.

11. The air conditioner according to claim 10, characterized in that, The limiting component includes a first limiting hook distributed above the display area and a second limiting hook distributed below the display area. The panel bracket has a first limiting groove that cooperates with the first limiting hook and a second limiting groove that cooperates with the second limiting hook. The first limiting hook and the second limiting hook extend in the same direction, and the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove open in the same direction. The first limiting hook and the second limiting hook are hooked in the corresponding limiting groove in the same direction.

12. The air conditioner according to claim 11, characterized in that, The first limiting hook is located at the center of the first horizontal rib in the left-right direction, and extends upward or downward from the first horizontal rib.

13. The air conditioner according to claim 12, characterized in that, The first horizontal rib includes a first rib and a second rib, both of which extend in the left-right direction. The second rib extends upward from the first rib and is spaced apart from the panel body to define a top-open water guide channel between the first rib, the second rib, and the panel body. The water guide channel extends in the left-right direction to the vertical ribs on the left and right sides. The first rib includes a rear protrusion extending to the rear side of the second rib. The first limiting hook is disposed on the rear protrusion. The first horizontal rib includes a plurality of second reinforcing ribs disposed between the rear protrusion and the second rib and spaced apart in the left-right direction.

14. The air conditioner according to claim 11, characterized in that, The front panel also includes a second horizontal rib, which is located below the display area and extends in the left-right direction. The second limiting hook is located at the center of the second horizontal rib in the left-right direction and extends upward or downward from the second horizontal rib.

15. The air conditioner according to claim 14, characterized in that, The left and right ends of the second horizontal rib extend beyond the left and right edges of the display area, respectively; and / or, the second horizontal rib includes a third rib and a fourth rib, both of which extend in the left-right direction, the fourth rib extending upward from the third rib and spaced apart from the panel body, so as to define a top-open groove cavity between the third rib, the fourth rib and the panel body, and the second horizontal rib includes a plurality of third reinforcing ribs disposed in the groove cavity and spaced apart in the left-right direction.

16. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 10-15, characterized in that, The length direction of the air conditioner is vertical, and the air conditioner also includes an upper decorative strip. The upper decorative strip is installed on the front side of the panel bracket and is located above the front panel. The upper end of the front panel extends obliquely upward and backward and covers the front side of the lower part of the upper decorative strip.

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