Water tank assembly and ice-making water dispenser

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of drinking water equipment, and provides a water tank assembly and an ice-making water dispenser, the water tank assembly comprises a tank body, the tank body is provided with a normal-temperature water area and a cold water area, the normal-temperature water area is used for storing normal-temperature water, the cold water area is used for storing cold water, and the normal-temperature water area is communicated with the cold water area so as to supplement water to the cold water area through the normal-temperature water area; wherein the normal-temperature water area and the cold water area are adjacently arranged. By means of the arrangement, the box body is provided with the normal-temperature water area and the cold water area, water supplementing of the cold water area is achieved through the normal-temperature water area, the normal-temperature water area and the cold water area share the same water supplementing pipeline, materials are few in the manufacturing process, cost is low, and the procedure is simple; meanwhile, the normal-temperature water area and the cold water area are adjacently arranged, so that water replenishing of the cold water area is simpler and quicker, the water replenishing efficiency is improved, the space layout is reasonable, and the space is saved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of drinking water equipment technology, and in particular to a water tank assembly and an ice-making water dispenser. Background Technology

[0002] An ice-making water dispenser is a device that provides people with direct drinking water. In related technologies, to replenish cold and room temperature water, an ice-making water dispenser requires switching water supply systems to separately replenish the cold water tank or the room temperature water tank. This method results in ice-making water dispensers requiring more materials, leading to higher costs and more complex processes during manufacturing. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the related art. To this end, this invention proposes a water tank assembly that uses fewer materials, has lower cost, and a simpler manufacturing process.

[0004] This utility model also proposes an ice-making water dispenser.

[0005] The water tank assembly according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention includes:

[0006] The container is equipped with a room temperature water zone and a cold water zone. The room temperature water zone is used to store room temperature water, and the cold water zone is used to store cold water. The room temperature water zone and the cold water zone are connected to each other so that water can be replenished to the cold water zone through the room temperature water zone.

[0007] The ambient temperature water zone and the cold water zone are arranged adjacent to each other.

[0008] According to the water tank assembly of this utility model embodiment, with the above-mentioned configuration, the tank body is provided with a normal temperature water zone and a cold water zone. The water replenishment of the cold water zone is achieved through the normal temperature water zone, so that the water replenishment pipelines of the normal temperature water zone and the cold water zone are the same. The manufacturing process requires less material, has low cost, and is simple. At the same time, the normal temperature water zone and the cold water zone are arranged adjacent to each other, making the water replenishment of the cold water zone simpler and faster, improving water replenishment efficiency, and the spatial layout is reasonable and saves space.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the box body is provided with a partition structure, the partition structure is located between the room temperature water zone and the cold water zone, and the liquid in the room temperature water zone overflows into the cold water zone through the top of the partition structure.

[0010] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the ambient temperature water zone is located above the cold water zone;

[0011] One side of the partition structure faces the room temperature water, and the opposite side of the partition structure faces the cold water zone.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the partition structure is provided with an overflow groove, which is connected to the ambient temperature water zone and the cold water zone respectively.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the overflow groove is located at the water outlet end away from the cold water zone.

[0014] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the bottom surface of the overflow groove is lower than the height of the other upper surfaces of the ambient temperature water zone.

[0015] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the partition structure is a partition integrally constructed with the box body.

[0016] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the normal temperature water zone and the cold water zone have their orthographic projections on the horizontal plane staggered.

[0017] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water tank assembly further includes a first liquid level switch and a second liquid level switch, wherein the first liquid level switch is disposed in the ambient temperature water zone and the second liquid level switch is disposed in the cold water zone.

[0018] The ice-making water dispenser according to a second aspect of the present invention includes the water tank assembly described in the first aspect of the present invention.

[0019] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the ice-making water dispenser further includes an ice-making mechanism located above the cold water zone.

[0020] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the ice-making water dispenser further includes an ice storage component, which is located above the cold water zone.

[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] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or related technologies, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the tank structure of the water tank assembly provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the water tank assembly provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the water tank assembly provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the water tank assembly provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the water circuit provided by this utility model, wherein the ice-making water dispenser has a heating tank;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the second embodiment of the water circuit provided by this utility model, wherein the ice-making water dispenser has no heating tank.

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the tank body of the water tank assembly provided in this utility model.

[0030] Figure label:

[0031] 100. Container body; 110. Room temperature water zone; 111. First guide groove; 120. Cold water zone; 121. Second guide groove; 130. Divider structure; 131. Overflow groove; 141. Cold water outlet; 142. Cold water drain pipe; 150. First filter structure; 151. First grid; 161. Room temperature water outlet; 162. Room temperature water drain pipe; 170. Second filter structure; 171. Second grid; 180. Blocking structure; 181. Blocking spacing; 182. Baffle; 190. Condensation tank; 191. Overflow channel; 192. Guide structure; 193. Steam inlet pipe; 200. Ice-making mechanism; 300. Ice storage component; 400. Container lid; 500. Water tank; 600. Hot water tank; 700. Diaphragm pump; 810. First level switch; 820. Second level switch. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model.

[0033] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of 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 the embodiments of this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0034] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" 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 mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0035] In this embodiment of the 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.

[0036] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are 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.

[0037] The following is combined with Figures 1-7The water tank assembly and ice-making water dispenser according to embodiments of the present invention will be described. It will be understood that, in embodiments of the present invention, the ice-making water dispenser includes the aforementioned water tank assembly.

[0038] Reference Figures 1 to 3 as well as Figure 7 According to a first aspect of the present invention, a water tank assembly includes a tank body 100, which is provided with a room temperature water zone 110 and a cold water zone 120. The room temperature water zone 110 is used to store room temperature water, and the cold water zone 120 is used to store cold water. The room temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120 are connected to each other so that water can be replenished to the cold water zone 120 through the room temperature water zone 110. The room temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120 are arranged adjacent to each other.

[0039] According to the water tank assembly of this utility model embodiment, with the above-described configuration, the tank body 100 is provided with a normal temperature water zone 110 and a cold water zone 120. The water replenishment of the cold water zone 120 is achieved through the normal temperature water zone 110, so that the water replenishment pipelines of the normal temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120 are the same. This reduces the amount of materials used in manufacturing, lowers the cost, and simplifies the process. At the same time, the normal temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120 are arranged adjacent to each other, making the water replenishment of the cold water zone 120 simpler and faster, improving the water replenishment efficiency, and resulting in a reasonable spatial layout that saves space.

[0040] It should be noted that, referring to Figures 1 to 3 as well as Figure 7 In some embodiments of this utility model, the water tank assembly further includes a tank cover 400. The tank body 100 has a recessed chamber with an upper opening. Part of the chamber forms a room temperature water zone 110 and a cold water zone 120, while the other part forms an ice-making zone for installing the ice-making mechanism 200 and an ice-storage zone for installing the ice-storage component 300. The tank cover 400 is positioned over the chamber opening of the tank body 100 and is detachably connected to the tank body 100. With this structure, the chamber has an upper opening, allowing the operator to easily arrange the water tank assembly and install components, improving operational convenience. Because the tank cover 400 is detachably connected to the tank body 100, the operator can easily open the tank cover 400 for cleaning or maintenance, maintaining the hygiene and good condition of the water tank assembly. This ensures a secure and reliable connection between the tank cover 400 and the tank body 100, preventing accidental detachment or leakage.

[0041] Specifically, refer to Figures 1 to 4 In some embodiments of this utility model, the connection between the cover 400 and the body 100 is a combination of snap-fit ​​connection and bolt connection; of course, in some embodiments, the connection between the cover 400 and the body 100 may be only a snap-fit ​​connection or only a bolt connection, etc., which is not limited here.

[0042] Understandably, referring to Figure 1 , Figures 3 to 6 In this embodiment of the invention, the housing 100 is provided with a partition structure 130, which is located between the ambient temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120. Liquid in the ambient temperature water zone 110 overflows into the cold water zone 120 through the top of the partition structure 130. Using this structure, the partition structure 130 separates the ambient temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120, providing physical isolation and ensuring that ambient temperature water and cold water do not mix directly. When the ambient temperature water zone 110 is full, it overflows into the cold water zone 120 through the top of the partition, thus replenishing the cold water zone 120. This overflow replenishment method is simple in structure and helps reduce material usage.

[0043] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 , Figures 3 to 7 In this embodiment of the invention, the ambient temperature water zone 110 is located above the cold water zone 120; one side wall of the partition structure 130 faces the ambient temperature water zone 110, and the opposite side wall of the partition structure 130 faces the cold water zone 120. This design ensures that the bottom of the ambient temperature water zone 110 is higher than the top of the cold water zone 120, creating a height difference between them. This conforms to the principle that hot air rises and cold air descends, avoiding temperature fluctuations between the ambient temperature and cold water, and controlling the inlet and outlet water speeds through the water level difference. Furthermore, the ambient temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120 can share the partition structure 130, reducing the required materials and manufacturing costs, and simplifying the manufacturing process.

[0044] Specifically, in this embodiment of the invention, the partition structure 130 is provided with an overflow groove 131, which is connected to both the ambient temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120. With this structure, the overflow groove 131 allows water to flow from the ambient temperature water zone 110 to the cold water zone 120 through the partition, thus replenishing the cold water zone 120. By directly cutting or grooving the partition structure 130 to form the overflow groove 131 and connecting it to the ambient temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120, no additional pipe connections or complex components are required, thus simplifying the structural design and manufacturing process.

[0045] It should be noted that, in some embodiments, the above-mentioned room temperature water zone 110 can also be replenished to the cold water zone 120 by means of siphon, water pump, etc.

[0046] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 , Figures 3 to 7In this embodiment of the invention, the overflow groove 131 is positioned away from the outlet of the cold water zone 120. Through this design, when room temperature water overflows into the cold water zone 120 via the overflow groove 131, the distance between the overflow groove 131 and the outlet of the cold water zone 120 causes a certain amount of time for the overflowing water to reach the cold water outlet 141. This results in a mixing process between the room temperature water and the cold water in the cold water zone 120, preventing room temperature water from flowing directly out of the cold water zone 120 and ensuring that the water temperature is not too high when the user uses the cold water function, thus improving the user experience.

[0047] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 In this embodiment of the invention, the bottom surface of the overflow groove 131 is lower than the height of the other upper surfaces of the room temperature water zone 110. This structure defines the overflow direction, allowing room temperature water to flow along the overflow groove 131 to the cold water zone 120.

[0048] Specifically, in this embodiment of the utility model, the partition structure 130 is a partition integrally constructed with the box body 100, which can reduce the connections and interfaces between various structures, making the whole structure more compact, helping to save space, and simplifying the assembly and installation process.

[0049] It is understood that in this embodiment of the utility model, the orthographic projections of the ambient temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120 on the horizontal plane are staggered, which can make full use of space and improve the convenience of use while ensuring the stability of the water tank.

[0050] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 , Figures 3 to 6 In this embodiment of the invention, the ice-making water dispenser also includes an ice-making mechanism 200, which is located above the cold water zone 120. The ice-making mechanism 200 is positioned above the cold water zone 120, and the cold water in the cold water zone 120 facilitates the creation of a low-temperature environment for the ice-making mechanism 200, making it easier to operate. The reasonable spatial arrangement saves space, making the manufacture of the ice-making water dispenser relatively simple.

[0051] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 , Figures 3 to 6 In this embodiment of the invention, the ice-making water dispenser also includes an ice storage component 300, which is located above the cold water zone 120. The ice storage component 300 is positioned above the cold water zone 120, and the cold water in the cold water zone 120 facilitates the creation of a low-temperature environment for the ice storage component 300, making it easy to operate. The reasonable spatial arrangement saves space, making the manufacture of the ice-making water dispenser relatively simple.

[0052] It should be noted that in this practical embodiment, the ice outlet of the ice-making mechanism 200 is connected to the ice storage component 300. The water produced by both the ice-making mechanism 200 and the ice storage component 300 can flow back to the cold water zone 120, improving the water recycling rate. This ensures that there is a connection between the ice-making mechanism 200, the ice storage component 300, and the cold water zone 120 of the housing 100. The ice-making mechanism 200 and the ice storage component 300 are not set up independently outside the housing 100. The above structure reduces many independent components, improves the correlation of components and the rational arrangement of space, saves space, and makes the preparation of the ice-making water dispenser relatively simple.

[0053] It should also be noted that, in this embodiment of the utility model, after the ice-making mechanism 200 finishes making ice, it is transported to the ice storage component 300. The water generated during the ice-making process of the ice-making mechanism 200 and the water generated in the ice storage component 300 are both returned to the cold water zone 120 under the action of gravity, thereby improving the water recycling rate.

[0054] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 , Figures 3 to 6 In this embodiment of the invention, the ice-making mechanism 200 is located horizontally between the ice storage component 300 and the room temperature water zone 110. With this arrangement, when both the ice storage component 300 and the ice-making mechanism 200 are in use, the room temperature water zone 110 is separated from the ice storage component 300 by the ice-making mechanism 200, thus preventing heat exchange between the room temperature water and the stored ice.

[0055] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 , Figures 3 to 7 In this embodiment of the utility model, the housing 100 is provided with a condensation tank 190, and an overflow groove 131 is provided on the partition plate at one end away from the condensation tank 190. It can be understood that the above design is adopted to prevent heat exchange between water and the medium in the condensation tank 190, and to avoid temperature cross-contamination that would cause the room temperature water to overflow into the cold water zone 120 at an excessively high temperature, which would be detrimental to users taking cold water and to ice making and drinking water making machines.

[0056] It should be noted that, referring to Figure 5 In this embodiment of the invention, the ice-making water dispenser further includes a water tank 500 and a heating tank 600. The water tank 500 uses a diaphragm pump 700 to deliver room temperature water to the room temperature water zone 110 of the water tank. Overflow from the room temperature water zone 110 replenishes water to the cold water zone 120. The inlet of the heating tank 600 is connected to the room temperature water zone 110 to provide hot water to the user. The cold water zone 120 uses a cold water pump to deliver cold water to the user or to the ice-making mechanism 200. The steam generated in the heating tank 600 flows back to the condenser tank 190. After the steam in the condenser tank 190 condenses, excess condensate overflows into the room temperature water zone 110, enriching the functionality, improving practicality, and enabling water recycling, thus saving resources. Of course, referring to… Figure 6 In some embodiments, the ice-making water dispenser may also include only a water tank 500 and no heating tank 600, which is not limited here.

[0057] Understandably, referring to Figures 1 to 3 as well as Figure 7 In this embodiment of the invention, the housing 100 is provided with an overflow channel 191, which is located between the condensation tank 190 and the ambient temperature water zone 110. The condensation tank 190 is connected to the ambient temperature water zone 110 through the overflow channel 191. With this arrangement, the overflow channel 191 creates liquid communication between the condensation tank 190 and the ambient temperature water zone 110. When the liquid level in the condensation tank 190 is too high, excess condensate will flow into the ambient temperature water zone 110 through the overflow channel 191, thus achieving liquid level regulation and balance.

[0058] Specifically, refer to Figures 1 to 3 as well as Figure 7 In this embodiment of the invention, one end of the overflow channel 191 is connected to one side wall of the ambient temperature water chamber, and the other end of the overflow channel 191 is connected to one side wall of the condensation tank 190. The bottom wall of the overflow channel 191 is lower than the upper edge of the other side walls of the condensation tank 190. With this structure, since the bottom wall of the overflow channel 191 is lower than the upper edge of the other side walls of the condensation tank 190, the overflow direction is defined. Condensate can flow along the overflow channel 191 to the ambient temperature water zone 110, guiding the condensate into the ambient temperature water zone 110. This effectively removes condensate and prevents it from stagnating in the condensation tank 190, structurally improving stability.

[0059] Specifically, refer to Figures 1 to 3 as well as Figure 7 In this embodiment of the invention, the sidewall of the room temperature water zone 110 is provided with a flow guiding structure 192, which is connected to the overflow channel 191 to guide the liquid into the room temperature water zone 110. With this design, condensate flows into the room temperature water zone 110 through the overflow channel 191 and the flow guiding structure 192. Through the flow path of the flow guiding structure 192, the liquid can be guided to the room temperature water zone 110 in an orderly manner, ensuring that the liquid can enter the required location. Furthermore, it can also promote the mixing of the liquid with the room temperature water.

[0060] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3In this embodiment of the invention, the flow guiding structure 192 is a flow guiding channel, and the width of the flow guiding channel is adapted to the width of the overflow channel 191. Through this design, since the width of the flow guiding channel is adapted to the width of the overflow channel 191, condensate can smoothly flow into the room temperature water zone 110 through the flow guiding channel without encountering excessive resistance, achieving uniform liquid distribution and ensuring that the liquid maintains a certain speed and direction during flow.

[0061] Specifically, refer to Figures 1 to 3 In this embodiment of the utility model, the condensation tank 190 is located outside the room temperature water zone 110, which helps to avoid heat exchange between the condensation tank 190 and the room temperature water zone 110 and achieves spatial separation.

[0062] Specifically, refer to Figures 1 to 3 In this embodiment of the invention, a room temperature water inlet 161 is provided at the bottom of the room temperature water zone 110, and a condensation tank 190 is located at the top of the room temperature water zone 110, wherein the condensation tank 190 is positioned away from the room temperature water inlet 161. With this structure, since the steam entering the condensation tank 190 has a certain amount of heat, in order to better provide room temperature water to the user, the condensation tank 190 is positioned away from the room temperature water inlet 161 to prevent the room temperature water temperature from being affected by the heat of the steam within the condensation tank 190.

[0063] It should be noted that, referring to Figures 1 to 3 In this embodiment of the invention, a steam inlet pipe 193 is provided on the side wall of the condensation tank 190, and the steam inlet pipe 193 is connected to the interior of the condensation tank 190. The steam inlet pipe 193 is located on the side of the condensation tank 190 facing away from the ambient temperature water zone 110. This structure avoids temperature cross-contamination between the steam and the ambient temperature water in the ambient temperature water zone 110, and the condensate overflowing from the overflow channel 191.

[0064] Specifically, refer to Figures 1 to 3 In this embodiment of the invention, the steam inlet pipe 193 is horizontally positioned. This design facilitates connecting one end of the connecting pipe to the steam outlet of the hot water tank and the other end to the steam inlet pipe 193, improving assembly convenience and production efficiency.

[0065] Specifically, refer to Figures 1 to 3 as well as Figure 7 In this embodiment of the utility model, the width of the longitudinal section of the condensation tank 190 is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom, which makes the condensation tank 190 relatively easy to demold. The contact area between the condensation tank 190 and the mold is small, which reduces the resistance during demolding and reduces the risk of possible damage or deformation. The longitudinal section shape with a wider top and narrower bottom has certain advantages in the manufacturing process, which can reduce the amount of material used, reduce manufacturing costs, and improve production efficiency.

[0066] Specifically, in this embodiment of the utility model, the housing 100 is integrally constructed with a condensation tank 190, which can reduce the connections and interfaces between various structures, making the entire structure more compact, helping to save space, and simplifying the assembly and installation process.

[0067] It should be noted that, in this embodiment of the utility model, the cold water in the cold water zone 120 is only transported to the water outlet of the ice-making water dispenser and to the ice-making mechanism 200 for ice making through the cold water drain pipe 142. It is spatially separated from the room temperature water zone 110, which can effectively prevent heat exchange.

[0068] Understandably, referring to Figures 1 to 4 In this embodiment of the invention, the outlet of the cold water zone 120 is a cold water inlet 141. The housing 100 is provided with a cold water drain pipe 142 and a first filter structure 150. The cold water drain pipe 142 is connected to the cold water inlet 141, and the first filter structure 150 is located between the cold water inlet 141 and the cold water drain pipe 142. With the above structure and the first filter structure 150, foreign objects (e.g., bolts, debris, etc.) or small pieces of molten ice during use can be prevented from falling into the cold water drain pipe 142 and affecting the cold water output effect.

[0069] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 In this embodiment of the present invention, the first filter structure 150 is a first grid plate connected to the housing 100, and the first grid plate is provided with a plurality of first grid holes 151. Through the above arrangement, the presence of the first grid plate can enhance the strength and stability of the entire structure, enabling it to withstand external forces and vibrations. The structure is simple and easy to manufacture.

[0070] It should be noted that, in this embodiment of the present invention, the cold water outlet 141 is located on the bottom wall of the cold water zone 120, and the first filter structure 150 is also located on the bottom wall of the cold water zone 120. The first filter structure 150, i.e., the first grid plate, is an integral structure with the housing 100. Of course, in some embodiments, the first grid plate can also be fixedly connected to the housing 100 by means of snap-fit ​​or other methods, or the first filter structure 150 can be a filter screen, which is not limited here.

[0071] Understandably, referring to Figure 1 and Figure 4In this embodiment of the invention, the housing 100 is provided with a normal temperature water outlet 161 and a normal temperature water pipe 162. The normal temperature water outlet 161 is connected to the interior of the normal temperature water zone 110 and the normal temperature water pipe 162, and a second filter structure 170 is provided between the normal temperature water pipe 162 and the normal temperature water outlet 161. With the above structure and the second filter structure 170, foreign objects (such as bolts, debris, etc.) during production assembly or use can be prevented from falling into the normal temperature water pipe 162 and affecting the water output effect of the normal temperature water.

[0072] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 In this embodiment of the invention, the second filter structure 170 is a second grid plate connected to the housing 100, and the second grid plate is provided with a plurality of second grid holes 171. Through the above arrangement, the presence of the second grid plate can enhance the strength and stability of the entire structure, enabling it to withstand external forces and vibrations. The structure is simple and easy to manufacture.

[0073] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 In this embodiment of the invention, the ambient temperature drain outlet 161 is located on the bottom wall of the ambient temperature water zone 110, and a blocking structure 180 is provided on the bottom wall of the ambient temperature water zone 110. The blocking structure 180 is located on one side of the second filter structure 170, and the blocking structure 180 has a blocking spacing 181, the width of which is smaller than the width of the second filter structure 170. With the above design, in this embodiment, the width of the blocking spacing 181 is smaller than the width of the second filter structure 170, preventing foreign objects from flowing to the location of the second filter structure 170. It should also be noted that in this embodiment, the blocking spacing 181 is smaller than the head of the bolt. When a foreign object, such as a bolt, passes through the blocking structure 180, the head of the bolt abuts against the blocking structure 180, preventing the bolt from continuing to move, and further blocking the flow of foreign objects into the ambient temperature drain pipe 162 in conjunction with the second filter structure 170.

[0074] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 In this embodiment of the invention, the blocking structure 180 includes two baffles 182. The opposite ends of the two baffles 182 are respectively connected to the opposite side walls of the room temperature water zone 110. The two baffles 182 are spaced apart to form a blocking gap 181. With the above structure, the two sides of the head of the bolt abut against the two baffles 182 respectively, restricting the movement of the bolt. The structure is simple and easy to manufacture.

[0075] It should be noted that, in this embodiment of the present invention, the aforementioned ambient temperature water outlet 161 is located on the bottom wall of the ambient temperature water zone 110, and the second filter structure 170 is also located on the bottom wall of the ambient temperature water zone 110. The second filter structure 170, i.e., the second grid plate, is an integral structure with the housing 100, which can reduce the connections and interfaces between components, making the entire structure more compact, helping to save space, and simplifying the assembly and installation process. Of course, in some embodiments, the second grid plate can also be fixedly connected to the housing 100 by means of snap-fit ​​or other methods, or the aforementioned second filter structure 170 can be a filter screen, which is not limited here.

[0076] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 In this embodiment of the invention, the two baffles 182 are inclined, and the distance between the two baffles 182 on opposite sides along their length gradually decreases towards the second filter structure 170, so as to facilitate the flow of room temperature water to the second filter structure 170, thus playing a guiding role. Similarly, it should be noted that the two baffles 182 and the housing 100 are an integral structure, which reduces the connections and interfaces between components, making the entire structure more compact, helping to save space, and simplifying the assembly and installation process. It should be noted that, referring to... Figure 4 In this embodiment, the bottom wall of the ambient temperature water zone 110 is provided with a trapezoidal first flow guide groove 111, and the two opposite ends of the first flow guide groove 111 are respectively connected to the blocking distance 181 and the ambient temperature water outlet 161; the bottom wall of the cold water zone 120 is provided with a trapezoidal second flow guide groove 121, and the end of the second flow guide groove 121 is connected to the cold water outlet 141.

[0077] Understandably, referring to Figure 1 , Figures 4 to 7 In this embodiment of the invention, the water tank assembly further includes a first level switch 810 and a second level switch 820. The first level switch 810 is located in the ambient temperature water zone 110, and the second level switch 820 is located in the cold water zone 120. Proper selection and installation of the first level switch 810 and the second level switch 820 can facilitate control of the liquid level, control of water replenishment operations, and prevent overflow in the cold water zone 120 or leakage between the ambient temperature water zone 110 and the cold water zone 120.

[0078] It should be noted that in this embodiment of the present invention, the position at which the first liquid level switch 810 detects the full water high liquid level state of the ambient temperature water zone 110 is lower than the bottom wall of the overflow groove 131, so that when the ambient temperature water zone 110 is full of water, the diaphragm pump 700 continues to work, so that the ambient temperature water zone 110 is replenished with water to the cold water zone 120.

[0079] In this embodiment of the invention, the working process of the ice-making water dispenser is as follows:

[0080] Initially, the first level switch 810 of the water tank detects the liquid level in the ambient temperature water zone 110, and the second level switch 820 detects the liquid level in the cold water zone 120. When the first level switch 810 and the second level switch 820 sense a low liquid level (the circuits of both the first level switch 810 and the second level switch 820 can be either open or closed initially), the diaphragm pump 700 is started to pump water from the water tank 500 into the ambient temperature water zone 110 of the water tank. The water level continues to rise until the ambient temperature level switch senses a high liquid level (the circuit of the first level switch 810 changes from open to closed or from closed to open), and the diaphragm pump 700 continues to work. The water level in the ambient temperature water zone 110 continues to rise to the overflow groove 131 at the top of the partition, and water overflows into the cold water zone 120 until the second level switch 820 in the cold water zone 120 senses a high liquid level (the circuit of the second level switch 820 changes from open to closed or from closed to open), at which point the diaphragm pump 700 stops.

[0081] When cold water, room temperature water (without a heating tank 600), or hot water is dispensed, the first liquid level switch 810 and the second liquid level switch 820 sense the drop in the liquid level in their respective areas (the circuits of the first liquid level switch 810 and the second liquid level switch 820 change from open to closed or from closed to open), and the diaphragm pump 700 is started to replenish water.

[0082] When water is drawn from the cold water zone 120 to the ice-making mechanism 200 for ice making, the second liquid level switch 820 of the cold water zone 120 senses the drop in liquid level (the circuit of the second liquid level switch 820 changes from open to closed or from closed to open), and starts the diaphragm pump 700 to replenish water.

[0083] If the diaphragm pump 700 operates for more than the set time without water intake or ice making, the ice-making water dispenser's control system will detect a leak or that the water tank 500 is empty, stop the diaphragm pump 700, and display an alarm.

[0084] It should be noted that, in this embodiment, regarding leakage determination: for example, when no room temperature water is being drawn, the flow rate of the diaphragm pump 700 is constant, and the volume of the room temperature water zone 110 is constant. Therefore, the volume of the room temperature water zone 110 is the ratio of the sum of the flow rate and the remaining capacity of the diaphragm pump 700. This ratio represents the set operating time of the diaphragm pump 700. Therefore, if the diaphragm pump 700 exceeds the set operating time and the first liquid level switch 810 has not yet indicated a high liquid level, it can be determined that leakage has occurred in the room temperature water zone 110. If the water tank is 500; or, if the cold water zone 120 is not drawing cold water or is not drawing cold water for ice making, the flow rate of the diaphragm pump 700 is constant, and the volume of the cold water zone 120 is constant. Therefore, the volume of the cold water zone 120 is the ratio of the sum of the flow rate and the remaining capacity of the diaphragm pump 700. This ratio is the working set time of the diaphragm pump 700. Therefore, if the diaphragm pump 700 exceeds the working set time and the second liquid level switch 820 has not yet indicated a high liquid level, it can be determined that there is a leak in the cold water zone 120 or that the water tank 500 is empty.

[0085] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various combinations, modifications, or equivalent substitutions of the technical solutions of the present utility model do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present utility model and should be covered within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A water tank assembly, characterized in that, include: The container is equipped with a room temperature water zone and a cold water zone. The room temperature water zone is used to store room temperature water, and the cold water zone is used to store cold water. The room temperature water zone and the cold water zone are connected to each other so that water can be replenished to the cold water zone through the room temperature water zone. The ambient temperature water zone and the cold water zone are arranged adjacent to each other.

2. The water tank assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing is equipped with a partition structure located between the ambient temperature water zone and the cold water zone. Liquid in the ambient temperature water zone overflows into the cold water zone through the top of the partition structure.

3. The water tank assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The ambient temperature water zone is located above the cold water zone; One side wall of the partition structure faces the room temperature water zone, and the opposite side wall of the partition structure faces the cold water zone.

4. The water tank assembly according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The partition structure is provided with an overflow groove, which is connected to the ambient temperature water zone and the cold water zone respectively.

5. The water tank assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The overflow groove is located at the water outlet end away from the cold water zone.

6. The water tank assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bottom surface of the overflow groove is lower than the height of the other upper surfaces of the ambient temperature water zone.

7. The water tank assembly according to any one of claims 2 to 6, characterized in that, The partition structure is a partition plate integrally constructed with the box body.

8. The water tank assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The normal temperature water zone and the cold water zone have their orthographic projections on the horizontal plane offset.

9. The water tank assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water tank assembly also includes a first liquid level switch and a second liquid level switch, wherein the first liquid level switch is located in the ambient temperature water zone and the second liquid level switch is located in the cold water zone.

10. An ice-making water dispenser, characterized in that, Includes the water tank assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

11. The ice-making water dispenser according to claim 10, characterized in that, The ice-making water dispenser also includes an ice-making mechanism, which is located above the cold water zone.

12. The ice-making water dispenser according to claim 11, characterized in that, The ice-making water dispenser also includes an ice storage component, which is located above the cold water zone.

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