Cold drink machine convenient to clean

Abstract

The utility model discloses a cold drink machine convenient to clean, which comprises a machine shell and a cleaning and discharging mechanism, a material making device is arranged in the machine shell, and the material making device comprises an evaporator, a stirring assembly and a stirring driving device; the stirring assembly is arranged in the evaporator, and the stirring assembly is connected with the stirring driving device; the cleaning and discharging mechanism can be detachably installed at the discharging end of the evaporator through the cleaning opening of the machine shell, and the cleaning and discharging mechanism is used for sending out cold finished products manufactured by the evaporator. The cleaning device has the advantages of being convenient and fast to clean, high in cleaning efficiency and cleaning cleanliness, low in cleaning difficulty and cleaning cost and the like.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cold drink machine technology, and in particular to a cold drink machine that is easy to clean. Background Technology

[0002] Cold drink machines are generally used to make desserts such as smoothies or ice cream. The machine casing is usually equipped with a feeding mechanism and a dispensing switch. Inside the casing are an evaporator, a stirring mechanism, and a cooling mechanism. Raw materials generally flow into the evaporator through the feeding port of the feeding mechanism. The evaporator exchanges heat with the raw materials inside, and the stirring mechanism stirs the raw materials to form the desired cold drink. The dispensing port of the dispensing switch is connected to the dispensing port of the evaporator inside the casing through a pipe to realize the dispensing operation.

[0003] However, during use, raw material residues easily accumulate in the feed inlet and evaporator, which can easily breed bacteria and contaminate the cold drink materials. However, the evaporator is located inside the machine casing, and a thorough cleaning of it requires disassembling and reassembling the cold drink machine, which is a cumbersome cleaning process and increases the difficulty and cost of cleaning.

[0004] In addition, the feed inlet, which is frequently exposed to the external environment, is more prone to bacterial growth due to residual residue, and needs to be cleaned frequently. However, the feed mechanism of the beverage machine is fixed on the machine casing, making it inconvenient to clean the feed inlet, which increases the difficulty of cleaning to some extent. Utility Model Content

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a cold drink machine that is easy to clean, with features such as convenient and quick cleaning operation, high cleaning efficiency and cleanliness, and low cleaning difficulty and cost.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a cold drink machine that is easy to clean, including a casing and a cleaning and discharging mechanism. The casing is equipped with a feeding device, which includes an evaporator, a stirring assembly, and a stirring drive device. The evaporator is equipped with the stirring assembly, which is connected to the stirring drive device. The cleaning and discharging mechanism can be detached and installed on the discharge end of the evaporator through the cleaning port of the casing. The cleaning and discharging mechanism is used to discharge the cold product produced by the evaporator.

[0007] As an improvement to the above solution, the housing is provided with a detachable feed hopper, which is connected to the evaporator; the housing is also provided with a feed cover, which is movably connected to the housing and used to cover the feed hopper.

[0008] As an improvement to the above solution, the cleaning and discharging mechanism includes a cleaning and discharging cover and a discharging component. The cleaning and discharging cover is detachably installed on the discharge end of the evaporator. The discharging component is provided on the cleaning and discharging cover. The discharging component communicates with the inner cavity of the evaporator through the cleaning and discharging cover. The discharging component is used to eject the cold-finished product outward.

[0009] As an improvement to the above solution, the casing is provided with a feeding groove, the feeding groove is provided with a discharge port, the feeding hopper is embedded in the feeding groove, and the discharge end of the feeding hopper is connected to the evaporator through the discharge port.

[0010] As an improvement to the above solution, the housing is provided with an installation groove, the installation groove is provided with the cleaning port, and the inner walls of the installation groove are provided with a plurality of first sliding engagement parts at intervals; the outer walls of the cleaning discharge cover are provided with a plurality of second sliding engagement parts corresponding one-to-one with the first sliding engagement parts. The cleaning discharge cover is installed on the discharge end of the evaporator through the cleaning port. By rotating the cleaning discharge cover, the second sliding engagement parts can slide into the first sliding engagement parts and the two are locked together.

[0011] As an improvement to the above solution, the discharge end of the evaporator extends out and is exposed on the cleaning port, the cleaning discharge cover covers the extended structure of the discharge end of the evaporator, and a sealing connection sleeve is provided between the cleaning discharge cover and the discharge end of the evaporator.

[0012] As an improvement to the above solution, the first sliding engagement portion includes a first vertical portion and a first horizontal portion, one end of the first vertical portion is connected to the end of the first horizontal portion, and the other end of the first vertical portion is connected to the inner wall of the mounting groove; the second sliding engagement portion includes a second vertical portion and a second horizontal portion, one end of the second vertical portion is connected to the end of the second horizontal portion, and the other end of the second vertical portion is connected to the outer wall of the cleaning discharge cover; the first horizontal portion and the second horizontal portion are engaged and fixed.

[0013] As an improvement to the above solution, the second horizontal portion is provided with a second inclined sub-portion and a recessed sub-portion on the side near the first horizontal portion, and the two ends of the recessed sub-portion are respectively connected to two second inclined sub-portions; the first horizontal portion is provided with a first inclined sub-portion and a protruding sub-portion on the side near the second horizontal portion, and the two ends of the protruding sub-portion are respectively connected to two first inclined sub-portions; the recessed sub-portion and the protruding sub-portion are engaged and connected, and the first inclined sub-portion and the second inclined sub-portion abut against each other.

[0014] As an improvement to the above solution, the feed trough has an annular groove extending outwards at its opening end, and the feed hopper has a locking ring on its outer wall that matches the annular groove. When the feed hopper is embedded in the feed trough, the locking ring is adapted to and connected to the annular groove.

[0015] As an improvement to the above solution, the feed hopper has a handle on at least one inner wall.

[0016] As an improvement to the above solution, the cleaning discharge cover is provided with a mounting bracket, and the cleaning discharge cover is provided with a communication port communicating with the inner cavity of the evaporator; the discharge assembly includes a handle, a rotating shaft, a torsion spring, a linkage arm, a stop block, and a mounting cover. The mounting cover is snapped and fixed on the mounting bracket, and one end of the mounting cover is provided with a discharge port communicating with the communication port; the mounting cover and the mounting bracket enclose an installation area, and the handle, rotating shaft, torsion spring, linkage arm, and stop block are all disposed in the installation area; the handle is mounted on the mounting bracket and can swing up and down via the rotating shaft; one end of the torsion spring is connected to the rotating shaft, and the other end of the torsion spring is connected to the stop block; one end of the linkage arm is connected to the handle, and the other end of the linkage arm is connected to the stop block; the stop block is used to open or close the communication port.

[0017] As an improvement to the above solution, the inner walls on both sides of the mounting cover are provided with locking protrusions at intervals, and the outer walls on both sides of the mounting bracket are provided with locking grooves that are adapted to the locking protrusions at intervals, and the locking protrusions are engaged with the locking grooves.

[0018] As an improvement to the above solution, the housing is provided with a connecting seat, and one end of the feed cover is provided with a rotating shaft, which is rotatably connected to the connecting seat.

[0019] As an improvement to the above solution, the stirring assembly includes a stirring shaft and stirring blades. One end of the stirring blades is connected to a rotating seat inside the cleaning discharge cover, and the other end of the stirring blades is nested on the stirring shaft. The stirring shaft is connected to the stirring drive device.

[0020] As an improvement to the above solution, the cold drink machine is a smoothie machine, an ice cream machine, or a multi-functional smoothie and ice cream maker; the machine casing is also equipped with a cooling device, which includes a compressor and a condenser, and the output end of the compressor is connected to the input end of the condenser through a pipe; the two ends of the heat exchange pipe in the evaporator are respectively connected to the input end of the compressor and the output end of the condenser.

[0021] Implementing this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] This invention allows the evaporator's discharge end to be exposed outside the machine body through disassembly. The discharge port at the discharge end facilitates comprehensive cleaning of the evaporator's internal space and stirring components. The cleaning operation is convenient and quick, with high cleaning efficiency and cleanliness, thereby reducing cleaning difficulty and cost. Moreover, it can effectively prevent the growth of bacteria due to the long-term accumulation of raw material residue, thus avoiding contamination of newly added cold drink ingredients and improving the health environment of the food.

[0023] In addition, the detachable feeding hopper allows for easy cleaning of the entire hopper at any time, making cleaning convenient and achieving a high level of cleanliness. It also prevents the growth of bacteria due to the accumulation of raw materials, further improving the health of the food environment. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the easy-to-clean beverage cooler of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of the first embodiment of the cold drink machine of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the cold drink machine of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the mounting slot of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the cleaning discharge cover of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 6 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the feed cover, feed trough and feed hopper of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the feed hopper of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the cleaning discharge cover and discharge assembly of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the mounting cover of this utility model;

[0033] Figure 10 This is a structural schematic diagram of the second embodiment of the mounting slot of this utility model;

[0034] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second embodiment of the cleaning discharge cover of this utility model;

[0035] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 A magnified structural diagram of part A;

[0036] Figure 13 yes Figure 11 A magnified structural diagram of part A. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "middle", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "top", "bottom", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0039] 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, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0040] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "assembly," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, Figures 1 to 3This diagram shows a first embodiment of the easy-to-clean beverage dispenser of the present invention, including a housing 1 and a cleaning and discharging mechanism 2. The housing 1 contains a material preparation device 3, which includes an evaporator 31, a stirring assembly 32, and a stirring drive device 33. The stirring assembly 32 is located within the evaporator 31 and is connected to the stirring drive device 33. The stirring drive device 33 drives the stirring assembly 32 to stir the beverage ingredients in the evaporator 31 to obtain the desired finished beverage product. The housing 1 has a cleaning port 11. The cleaning and discharging mechanism 2 can be detachably installed on the discharge end 311 of the evaporator 31 through the cleaning port 11. The cleaning and discharging mechanism 2 is used to discharge the finished beverage product produced by the evaporator 31.

[0042] When cleaning is required, the cleaning discharge mechanism 2 can be removed from the discharge end 311 of the evaporator 31, so that the discharge port of the discharge end 311 of the evaporator 31 is exposed outside the machine body. The discharge port of the discharge end 311 makes it easy to thoroughly clean the internal space of the evaporator 31 and the stirring component 32. The cleaning operation is convenient and quick, with high cleaning efficiency and cleanliness, thereby reducing the cleaning difficulty and cleaning cost. Moreover, it can effectively prevent the growth of bacteria due to the long-term accumulation of raw material residue, which would contaminate the newly added cold drink raw materials and improve the food health environment.

[0043] Furthermore, such as Figures 2 to 3 As shown, the housing 1 is equipped with a detachable feed hopper 4, which is connected to the evaporator 31 via a pipe to supply raw materials into the inner cavity of the evaporator 31. The housing 1 is also equipped with a feed cover 5, which is movably connected to the housing 1 and used to cover the feed hopper 4. When feeding is required, the feed cover 5 can be opened to open the feed inlet for feeding. When feeding is not required, the feed cover 5 can be closed to seal the feed inlet, preventing external impurities from entering the evaporator 31 through the feed inlet and causing unnecessary contamination. When cleaning the feed hopper 4 is required, the feed cover 5 can be opened and the feed hopper 4 removed from the housing 1 for thorough cleaning. The cleaning process is convenient, achieves high cleanliness, and prevents bacterial growth due to the accumulation of raw materials, further improving the food safety environment.

[0044] Preferably, such as Figures 2 to 3 As shown, the housing 1 is also equipped with a cooling device 6, which includes a compressor 61 and a condenser 62. The output end of the compressor 61 is connected to the input end of the condenser 62 through a pipe. The two ends of the heat exchange pipe in the evaporator 31 are respectively connected to the input end of the compressor 61 and the output end of the condenser 62 to provide the required cooling capacity for the evaporator 31 and ensure the stable operation of the evaporator 31 in producing cold drinks.

[0045] Preferably, the cold drink machine is a smoothie maker, an ice cream maker, or a multi-functional smoothie / ice cream maker, but is not limited thereto.

[0046] Specifically, such as Figures 2 to 5 As shown, the cleaning and discharging mechanism 2 includes a cleaning and discharging cover 21 and a discharging component 22. The cleaning and discharging cover 21 is detachably installed on the discharging end 311 of the evaporator 31. By removing the cleaning and discharging cover 21, the internal space of the evaporator 31 and the stirring component 32 can be cleaned, as can the interior of the cleaning and discharging cover 21 itself, thereby improving the cleaning effect of the beverage dispenser. The cleaning and discharging cover 21 is equipped with the discharging component 22, which communicates with the inner cavity of the evaporator 31 through the cleaning and discharging cover 21. The discharging component 22 is used to dispense chilled products.

[0047] The housing 1 is provided with a mounting groove 12, and the mounting groove 12 is provided with a cleaning port 11. The inner walls of the mounting groove 12 are provided with a plurality of first sliding engagement parts 13 at intervals. The outer walls of the cleaning discharge cover 21 are provided with a plurality of second sliding engagement parts 23 corresponding one-to-one with the first sliding engagement parts 13. The cleaning discharge cover 21 is placed on the discharge end 311 of the evaporator 31 through the cleaning port 11. By rotating the cleaning discharge cover 21, the second sliding engagement parts 23 can slide into the first sliding engagement parts 13 and the two engage and fix, thereby fixing the cleaning discharge cover 21 relatively on the mounting groove 12.

[0048] In this embodiment, the first sliding engagement part 13 and the second sliding engagement part 23 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence, making the installation and disassembly process simple and quick. When cleaning is required, the user only needs to rotate the cleaning discharge cover to disengage the second sliding engagement part 23 from the first sliding engagement part 13, thereby unlocking the cover and removing it from the mounting groove 12. At this time, the internal space of the evaporator 31 and the stirring assembly 32 are cleaned through the discharge port of the discharge end 311 of the evaporator 31. After cleaning, the user only needs to calibrate the cleaning discharge cover on the mounting groove 12 and rotate it in the opposite direction until the second sliding engagement part 23 engages with the first sliding engagement part 13, thereby locking the cover and re-fixing it on the mounting groove 12. Subsequent material preparation and discharge operations can then proceed normally.

[0049] Preferably, the discharge end 311 of the evaporator 31 extends out and is exposed on the cleaning port 11. The cleaning discharge cover 21 covers the extended structure of the discharge end 311 of the evaporator 31. A sealing connecting sleeve 312 is provided between the cleaning discharge cover 21 and the discharge end 311 of the evaporator 31 to improve the sealing performance of the beverage machine and prevent the finished beverage from leaking out between the cleaning discharge cover 21 and the evaporator 31, thus avoiding material waste. When installing the cleaning discharge cover 21, it can be first placed on the extended structure of the evaporator 31 to achieve initial positioning. Then, by rotating the cleaning discharge cover 21, it can be relatively fixed on the housing 1, effectively improving installation efficiency.

[0050] like Figures 4 to 5 As shown, the first sliding engagement portion 13 includes a first vertical portion 131 and a first horizontal portion 132. One end of the first vertical portion 131 is connected to the end of the first horizontal portion 132, and the other end of the first vertical portion 131 is connected to the inner wall of the mounting groove 12. The second sliding engagement portion 23 includes a second vertical portion 231 and a second horizontal portion 232. One end of the second vertical portion 231 is connected to the end of the second horizontal portion 232, and the other end of the second vertical portion 231 is connected to the outer wall of the cleaning discharge cover 21. The first horizontal portion 132 and the second horizontal portion 232 are engaged and fixed.

[0051] In this embodiment, both the first sliding engagement portion 13 and the second sliding engagement portion 23 are L-shaped structures, which can increase the connection strength and rigidity between the cleaning discharge cover 21 and the mounting groove 12. The first vertical portion 131 is firmly connected to the inner wall of the mounting groove 12, and the second vertical portion 231 is firmly installed on the outer wall of the cleaning discharge cover 21, ensuring that the first sliding engagement portion 13 and the second sliding engagement portion 23 are not easily loosened or detached under force. When the L-shaped first sliding engagement portion 13 and the second sliding engagement portion 23 engage, the first horizontal portion 132 and the second horizontal portion 232 also engage, enhancing the connection strength and stability between the cleaning discharge cover 21 and the mounting groove 12, making the connection more stable and reliable, and able to withstand greater external forces and impacts.

[0052] like Figure 3As shown, the housing 1 is provided with a feeding trough 14, and the feeding trough 14 is provided with a discharge port. The feeding hopper 4 is embedded in the feeding trough 14, and the discharge end 311 of the feeding hopper 4 is connected to the evaporator 31 through the discharge port. When the feeding hopper 4 is removed from the feeding trough 14, on the one hand, the entire feeding hopper 4 can be cleaned; on the other hand, for small or very small amounts of raw material that may have accidentally splashed or flowed into the gap between the feeding trough 14 and the feeding hopper 4, the feeding trough 14 can be cleaned to remove the residual small or very small amounts of raw material, thereby improving the cleaning effect of the feeding structure and achieving a high degree of cleanliness.

[0053] To facilitate stable placement of feed hopper 4, such as Figures 6 to 7 As shown, the feed trough 14 has an annular groove 15 extending outwards at its opening end. The outer walls of the feed hopper 4 are provided with locking rings 41 that fit the annular groove 15. When the feed hopper 4 is embedded in the feed trough 14, the locking rings 41 are fitted and connected to the annular groove 15, thereby ensuring that the feed hopper 4 is stably placed on the feed trough 14. The discharge end 311 of the feed hopper 4 is embedded in the discharge port 227 of the feed trough 14, and the shape of the feed hopper 4 is adapted to the shape of the feed trough 14.

[0054] To facilitate user disassembly and installation of feed hopper 4, such as Figure 6 As shown, at least one inner wall of the feed hopper 4 is provided with a handle 42. The user can easily remove the feed hopper 4 from the feed trough 14 or put the feed hopper 4 back onto the feed trough 14 through the handle 42. The disassembly and installation of the feed hopper 4 is highly efficient, which makes it easy to clean the feed hopper 4.

[0055] like Figure 5 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the cleaning and discharging cover 21 is provided with a mounting bracket 24, and the cleaning and discharging cover 21 is provided with a communication port 25 communicating with the inner cavity of the evaporator 31; the discharging assembly 22 includes a handle 221, a rotating shaft 222, a torsion spring 223, a linkage arm 224, a stop block 225, and a mounting cover 226. The mounting cover 226 is snapped and fixed on the mounting bracket 24, and one end of the mounting cover 226 is provided with a discharging port 227 communicating with the communication port 25 to realize the discharging of the finished cold beverage; the mounting cover 226 and the mounting bracket 24 enclose an installation area, and the handle 221, rotating shaft 222, torsion spring 223, linkage arm 224, and stop block 225 are all arranged in the installation area to protect the internal components.

[0056] The handle 221 is mounted on the mounting bracket 24 and can swing up and down via the pivot 222. One end of the torsion spring 223 is connected to the pivot 222, and the other end of the torsion spring 223 is connected to the stop block 225. One end of the linkage arm 224 is connected to the handle 221, and the other end of the linkage arm 224 is connected to the stop block 225. When the user controls the handle 221 to swing upward, it can drive the stop block 225 to close the communication port 25. When the user controls the handle 221 to swing downward, it can drive the stop block 225 to open the communication port 25.

[0057] When the user needs to dispense chilled beverages, they can swing the handle 221 downwards to move the linkage arm 224 upwards. This also applies an upward elastic force to the torsion spring 223, causing the stop block 225 to move upwards and open the communication port 25. Simultaneously, the stirring drive device 33 drives the stirring assembly 32 to rotate, pushing the chilled beverage material towards the outlet of the evaporator 31 during stirring. The chilled beverage material is then discharged through the communication port 25 and the discharge port 227. When dispensing chilled beverages is not needed, the user can simply return the handle 221 to its original position.

[0058] To facilitate cleaning of the discharge component 22, such as Figures 8 to 9 As shown, the inner walls of both sides of the mounting cover 226 are provided with locking protrusions 228 at intervals, and the outer walls of both sides of the mounting bracket 24 are provided with locking grooves 241 that are adapted to the locking protrusions 228 at intervals. The locking protrusions 228 and the locking grooves 241 engage with each other, thereby fixing the mounting cover 226 relatively on the mounting bracket 24. The relatively fixed connection between the mounting cover 226 and the mounting bracket 24 is achieved through the locking structure, which improves the efficiency of disassembly and installation of the dispensing cover, thereby facilitating the cleaning of the dispensing component 22 and improving the cleaning effect of the beverage cooler.

[0059] Preferably, this is to facilitate the opening or closing of the feed cover 5. For example... Figure 6 As shown, the housing 1 is provided with a connecting seat 16, and one end of the feed cover 5 is provided with a rotating shaft 51. The rotating shaft 51 is rotatably connected to the connecting seat 16, so that the feed cover 5 can rotate relative to the housing 1, thereby realizing the opening and closing of the feed cover 5 and improving the convenience of opening and closing the feed cover 5.

[0060] Preferably, such as Figure 3 and Figure 11As shown, the stirring assembly 32 includes a stirring shaft 321 and stirring blades 322. One end of the stirring blades 322 is connected to the rotating seat 26 inside the cleaning discharge cover 21, and the other end of the stirring blades 322 is nested on the stirring shaft 321. The stirring shaft 321 is connected to the stirring drive device 33, which is a motor drive device. When the cleaning discharge cover 21 is removed, the stirring blades 322 in the evaporator 31 can be taken out and cleaned as a whole. This allows for unobstructed and comprehensive cleaning of the internal space of the evaporator 31, resulting in convenient cleaning operations and excellent cleaning effects.

[0061] like Figures 10 to 13 As shown, Figures 10 to 13 This diagram shows a second embodiment of the cleaning discharge cover and mounting groove of the present invention. This embodiment is similar to... Figures 4 to 5 The difference from the first embodiment shown is that the second horizontal portion 232 has a second inclined sub-portion 2321 and a recessed sub-portion 2322 on the side near the first horizontal portion 132, and the two ends of the recessed sub-portion 2322 are respectively connected to the two second inclined sub-portions 2321; the first horizontal portion 132 has a first inclined sub-portion 1321 and a protruding sub-portion 1322 on the side near the second horizontal portion, and the two ends of the protruding sub-portion 1322 are respectively connected to the two first inclined sub-portions 1321; the recessed sub-portion 2322 is engaged with the protruding sub-portion 1322, and the first inclined sub-portion 1321 abuts against the second inclined sub-portion 2321.

[0062] In this embodiment, the high-precision snap-fit ​​design of the recessed sub-part 2322 and the raised sub-part 1322 enables the first sliding snap-fit ​​part 13 and the second sliding snap-fit ​​part 23 to form a tighter lock, effectively preventing relative displacement caused by vibration or external force, thereby enhancing the connection stability and reliability between the cleaning discharge cover 21 and the mounting groove 12. The mutual abutment of the first inclined sub-part 1321 and the second inclined sub-part 2321 not only increases the contact area, but also guides and disperses the stress generated during the snap-fit ​​process through the design of the inclined angle, effectively reducing local stress concentration and extending the service life of the snap-fit ​​structure. When the raised sub-part 1322 is fully embedded in the recessed sub-part 2322, the presence of the inclined sub-part creates a wedge-like locking effect. This self-locking mechanism allows the snap-fit ​​structure to generate greater resistance when subjected to reverse tension, further enhancing the stability of the connection.

[0063] In summary, this utility model allows the evaporator's discharge end to be exposed outside the machine body through disassembly. The discharge port at the discharge end facilitates comprehensive cleaning of the evaporator's internal space, stirring components, and discharge cover. The cleaning operation is convenient and quick, with high cleaning efficiency and cleanliness, thereby reducing cleaning difficulty and costs. Furthermore, it effectively prevents the growth of bacteria due to the long-term accumulation of raw material residues, thus avoiding contamination of newly added cold drink ingredients and improving the health environment of the food.

[0064] In addition, the detachable feeding hopper allows for easy cleaning of the entire hopper at any time, making cleaning convenient and achieving a high level of cleanliness. It also prevents the growth of bacteria due to the accumulation of raw materials, further improving the health of the food environment.

[0065] The above-disclosed embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present utility model. Therefore, any equivalent variations made in accordance with the claims of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A beverage cooler that is easy to clean, characterized in that, It includes a housing and a cleaning and discharging mechanism. The housing is equipped with a material preparation device, which includes an evaporator, a stirring assembly, and a stirring drive device. The evaporator is equipped with the stirring assembly, which is connected to the stirring drive device; The cleaning and discharging mechanism can be detached and installed on the discharge end of the evaporator through the cleaning port of the housing. The cleaning and discharging mechanism is used to send the cold-made products produced by the evaporator outward.

2. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing is provided with a detachable feed hopper, which is connected to the evaporator; The machine casing is also provided with a feed cover, which is movably connected to the machine casing and is used to cover the feed hopper.

3. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning and discharging mechanism includes a cleaning and discharging cover and a discharging component. The cleaning and discharging cover is detachably installed on the discharge end of the evaporator. The discharging component is provided on the cleaning and discharging cover. The discharging component communicates with the inner cavity of the evaporator through the cleaning and discharging cover. The discharging component is used to eject the cold-finished product outward.

4. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 2, characterized in that, The casing is provided with a feeding groove, the feeding groove is provided with a discharge port, the feeding hopper is embedded in the feeding groove, and the discharge end of the feeding hopper is connected to the evaporator through the discharge port.

5. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 3, characterized in that, The housing is provided with a mounting groove, the mounting groove is provided with the cleaning port, and the inner walls around the mounting groove are provided with a plurality of first sliding engagement parts at intervals. The outer walls of the cleaning discharge cover are provided with a plurality of second sliding engagement parts that correspond one-to-one with the first sliding engagement part. The cleaning discharge cover is installed on the discharge end of the evaporator through the cleaning port. By rotating the cleaning discharge cover, the second sliding engagement parts can slide into the first sliding engagement parts and the two engage and fix.

6. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 5, characterized in that, The discharge end of the evaporator extends out and is exposed on the cleaning port. The cleaning discharge cover covers the extended structure of the discharge end of the evaporator, and a sealing connection sleeve is provided between the cleaning discharge cover and the discharge end of the evaporator.

7. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first sliding engagement portion includes a first vertical portion and a first horizontal portion. One end of the first vertical portion is connected to the end of the first horizontal portion, and the other end of the first vertical portion is connected to the inner wall of the mounting groove. The second sliding engagement portion includes a second vertical portion and a second horizontal portion. One end of the second vertical portion is connected to the end of the second horizontal portion, and the other end of the second vertical portion is connected to the outer wall of the cleaning discharge cover. The first horizontal portion and the second horizontal portion are engaged and fixed.

8. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 7, characterized in that, The second horizontal portion has a second inclined sub-portion and a recessed sub-portion on its side near the first horizontal portion, and the two ends of the recessed sub-portion are respectively connected to the two second inclined sub-portions; The first horizontal portion has a first inclined sub-portion and a protruding sub-portion on its side near the second horizontal portion, and the two ends of the protruding sub-portion are respectively connected to the two first inclined sub-portions; The recessed sub-part engages with the protruding sub-part, and the first inclined sub-part and the second inclined sub-part abut against each other.

9. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 4, characterized in that, The feed trough has an annular groove extending outwards at its opening end, and the feed hopper has a locking ring on its outer wall that matches the annular groove. When the feed hopper is embedded in the feed trough, the locking ring is adapted to and connected to the annular groove.

10. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 4 or 9, characterized in that, The feed hopper is provided with a handle on at least one inner wall.

11. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cleaning discharge cover is provided with a mounting bracket, and the cleaning discharge cover is provided with a communication port that communicates with the inner cavity of the evaporator; The discharge assembly includes a handle, a rotating shaft, a torsion spring, a linkage arm, a stop block, and a mounting cover. The mounting cover is snapped onto the mounting frame, and one end of the mounting cover is provided with a discharge port that communicates with the communication port. An installation area is formed by the enclosure between the mounting cover and the mounting bracket, and the handle, rotating shaft, torsion spring, linkage arm and stop are all disposed in the installation area; The handle is mounted on the mounting bracket and can swing up and down via the pivot. One end of the torsion spring is connected to the pivot, and the other end of the torsion spring is connected to the stop block. One end of the linkage arm is connected to the handle, and the other end of the linkage arm is connected to the stop block. The stop block is used to open or close the communication port.

12. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 11, characterized in that, The inner walls on both sides of the mounting cover are provided with locking protrusions at intervals, and the outer walls on both sides of the mounting bracket are provided with locking grooves that are adapted to the locking protrusions at intervals, and the locking protrusions are engaged with the locking grooves.

13. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 2, characterized in that, The housing is provided with a connecting seat, and one end of the feed cover is provided with a rotating shaft, which is rotatably connected to the connecting seat.

14. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 3, characterized in that, The stirring assembly includes a stirring shaft and stirring blades. One end of the stirring blades is connected to a rotating seat inside the cleaning discharge cover, and the other end of the stirring blades is nested on the stirring shaft. The stirring shaft is connected to the stirring drive device.

15. The easy-to-clean beverage cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cold drink machine is a smoothie maker, an ice cream maker, or a multi-functional smoothie / ice cream maker; the machine casing is also equipped with a cooling device, which includes a compressor and a condenser, the output end of the compressor is connected to the input end of the condenser through a pipe; the two ends of the heat exchange pipe in the evaporator are respectively connected to the input end of the compressor and the output end of the condenser.

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