Respirator and dish washing machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a respirator and a dish-washing machine, and relates to the technical field of dish-washing machines, the respirator comprises a shell and a protection structure, the shell is provided with a first side face and a second side face, the first side face and the second side face are arranged back to back, the first side face is arranged towards a machine body of the dish-washing machine, and a wire inserting opening is formed in the second side face; the protection structure is arranged on the second side face and extends in the circumferential direction of the plugging terminal, so that the protection structure is arranged on the circumferential side of the plugging terminal in a surrounding mode, and the distance between the top end of the protection structure and the second side face in the first direction is larger than the distance between the top end of the plugging terminal and the second side face in the first direction. When the dish-washing machine is pushed into the cabinet, even if the dish-washing machine gradually gets close to the inner side wall of the cabinet until the dish-washing machine makes contact with the inner side wall of the cabinet, the protection structure makes contact with the inner side wall of the cabinet firstly, the plug-in terminal can be prevented from making contact with the inner side wall of the cabinet, the protection structure can play a role in protecting the plug-in terminal, and the plug-in terminal can be prevented from being scraped off.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of dishwasher technology, and more particularly to a respirator and a dishwasher. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, when using dishwashers, the use of chemical cleaners and high-temperature hot water for cleaning may produce harmful gases, such as steam and chemical fumes. Prolonged inhalation of these gases may have adverse effects on the user's health.

[0003] In related technologies, a breather is installed on the outer wall of the dishwasher. The breather incorporates air purification components such as activated carbon and filters, which can effectively filter out harmful gases that may be generated inside the dishwasher, such as residual detergent odors and mold spores. However, the breather usually uses exposed plug-in terminals. When the dishwasher is pushed into the cabinet, the plug-in terminals may collide with the inner wall of the cabinet, which may cause the terminals to be scratched off. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a respirator and a dishwasher, which can solve the technical problem that the plug terminals on the respirator may be scraped off when the dishwasher is pushed into the cabinet.

[0005] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide a respirator for installation on the body of a dishwasher, the respirator comprising:

[0006] The housing has a first side facing the body, and a second side of the housing has a connector for inserting a terminal, the connector being disposed opposite to the first side;

[0007] A protective structure is disposed on the second side and extends circumferentially along the plug-in terminal. The distance between the top of the protective structure and the second side along a first direction is greater than the distance between the top of the plug-in terminal and the second side along the first direction. The first direction is perpendicular to the second side.

[0008] In some embodiments, the protective structure includes a first rib disposed on the second side and surrounding the periphery of the plug terminal, wherein the distance between the top of the first rib and the second side along the first direction is greater than the distance between the top of the plug terminal and the second side along the first direction.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first rib forms a rectangular frame structure, and the plug-in terminal is inserted into the rectangular frame structure.

[0010] In some embodiments, the protective structure includes a second rib disposed on the second side and connected to the first rib.

[0011] In some embodiments, the extension direction of the second rib is set at an angle to the extension direction of the first rib.

[0012] In some embodiments, the second rib is located on the side of the first rib facing away from the insertion port.

[0013] In some embodiments, a cable outlet is provided on one side of the protective structure for the connecting wires on the plug-in terminal to pass through.

[0014] In some embodiments, the protective structure includes a third rib disposed on the second side and at least partially located on the side of the outlet facing away from the plug-in port. The distance between the top of the third rib and the second side along the first direction is greater than the radial dimension of the connecting wire harness.

[0015] Secondly, embodiments of this application provide a dishwasher, which includes a body and a respirator as described above. The respirator includes a housing, and a first side of the housing is disposed facing the body.

[0016] In some embodiments, the dishwasher includes a side panel mounted on the body, and a third rib is provided on a second side of the housing, the third rib being supported by the side panel.

[0017] In some embodiments, the projection of the side plate onto the second side is located outside the socket on the second side.

[0018] The respirator and dishwasher based on the embodiments of this application have at least the following beneficial effects:

[0019] The respirator includes a housing with a first side and a second side, the first side and the second side being arranged opposite to each other. By aligning the first side with the dishwasher body, the second side is arranged opposite to the body. The second side has a plug-in port with a connector for insertion. A protective structure is disposed on the second side and extends circumferentially along the connector, surrounding the connector. The distance between the top of the protective structure and the second side along a first direction is greater than the distance between the top of the connector and the second side along the first direction. When the dishwasher is pushed into the cabinet, even as the dishwasher gradually approaches and contacts the inner wall of the cabinet, the protective structure contacts the inner wall of the cabinet first, preventing the connector from contacting the inner wall of the cabinet. This allows the protective structure to protect the connector and prevent it from being scraped off. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a dishwasher provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a respirator provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the shell provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0024] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram of point A in the middle.

[0025] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0026] 100. Dishwasher; 10. Breather; 1. Housing; 11. First side; 12. Second side; 121. Socket; 2. Protective structure; 21. First rib; 210. Outlet; 22. Second rib; 23. Third rib; 3. Plug-in terminal; 31. Connecting harness; 20. Body; 30. Side plate. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0028] In the prior art, the respirator 10 is located on the outermost side of the dishwasher 100, and the respirator 10 usually uses an exposed plug-in terminal 3. When the dishwasher 100 is pushed into the cabinet, the plug-in terminal 3 may collide with the inner wall of the cabinet, which may cause the plug-in terminal 3 to be scraped off.

[0029] To resolve the above technical issues, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 This application provides a respirator 10, which can be installed on the body 20 of a dishwasher 100. The respirator 10 can include a housing 1 and a protective structure 2. The housing 1 can have a first side 11 and a second side 12. The first side 11 and the second side 12 are arranged opposite to each other. The first side 11 can be arranged facing the outer side of the body 20. The second side 12 is provided with a plug-in port 121, and a plug-in terminal 3 is inserted into the plug-in port 121. The protective structure 2 is disposed on the second side 12 and can extend along the circumference of the plug-in terminal 3, so that the protective structure 2 surrounds the periphery of the plug-in terminal 3. The distance between the top of the protective structure 2 and the second side 12 along a first direction is greater than the distance between the top of the plug-in terminal 3 and the second side 12 along the first direction. The first direction is perpendicular to the second side 12, so that the plug-in terminal 3 is located within the space surrounded by the protective structure 2.

[0030] Optionally, the housing 1, as an external protective component of the respirator 10, can define the external contour structure of the respirator 10. The housing 1 can have a first side 11 and a second side 12, with the first side 11 and the second side 12 facing away from each other. In other words, the first side 11 and the second side 12 are the front and back sides of the housing 1. The first side 11 can face the outer side of the body 20, so that the second side 12 faces away from the body 20. When the dishwasher 100 is located inside the cabinet, the second side 12 faces the inner wall of the cabinet. The second side 12 can be provided with a plug-in port 121, and a plug-in terminal 3 can be inserted into the plug-in port 121. The connecting wire harness 31 on the plug-in terminal 3 can be connected to external components, so that the respirator 10 can be electrically connected to external components through the connecting wire harness 31. For ease of description, the end of the plug-in terminal 3 inserted into the plug-in port 121 is defined as the bottom end of the plug-in terminal 3, and the end opposite to the bottom end of the plug-in terminal 3 is defined as the top end of the plug-in terminal 3.

[0031] The protective structure 2 can be disposed on the second side 12. The end of the protective structure 2 connected to the second side 12 is defined as the bottom end of the protective structure 2, and the end of the protective structure 2 away from the second side 12 is defined as the top end of the protective structure 2. The protective structure 2 can be extended circumferentially along the plug-in terminal 3. The distance between the top end of the protective structure 2 and the second side 12 along the first direction is a first distance, and the distance between the top end of the plug-in terminal 3 and the second side 12 along the first direction is a second distance. The first distance is greater than the second distance, so that the top end of the protective structure 2 protrudes more from the second side 12 relative to the top end of the plug-in terminal 3.

[0032] Therefore, when the dishwasher 100 is pushed into the cabinet, even as the dishwasher 100 gradually approaches and contacts the inner wall of the cabinet, the protective structure 2 contacts the inner wall of the cabinet first, which can prevent the plug-in terminal 3 from contacting the inner wall of the cabinet. This allows the protective structure 2 to protect the plug-in terminal 3 and prevent the plug-in terminal 3 from being scratched off.

[0033] In some embodiments, the interior of the body 20 can define a washing chamber, and the interior of the housing 1 can define a drainage channel. The drainage channel has a sewage inlet and a sewage outlet. The sewage inlet is connected to the washing chamber. Thus, it can be imagined that the drainage process of the dishwasher 100 is as follows: the washing sewage generated in the washing chamber enters the drainage channel through the sewage inlet, and then is discharged into the sewer through the sewage outlet, thereby realizing the drainage process of the dishwasher 100.

[0034] In some other embodiments, the interior of the housing 1 can define an air cavity having a vent that communicates with the atmosphere and a connection port that is adapted to communicate with the washing chamber. This allows the washing chamber and the atmosphere to communicate through the air cavity, thereby balancing the pressure difference between the washing chamber and the atmosphere. When the temperature inside the washing chamber changes or during the drying process, excessive pressure inside the washing chamber can be avoided, ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the dishwasher 100.

[0035] Please see Figure 2 In some embodiments, the protective structure 2 may include a first rib 21, which is disposed on the second side 12 and surrounds the periphery of the plug terminal 3. The distance between the top of the first rib 21 and the second side 12 along the first direction is greater than the distance between the top of the plug terminal 3 and the second side 12 along the first direction.

[0036] Optionally, the first rib 21 can be vertically disposed on the second side 12, and the first rib 21 can surround the periphery of the plug-in port 121, so that when the plug-in terminal 3 is inserted into the plug-in port 121, the first rib 21 surrounds the periphery of the plug-in terminal 3. The end of the first rib 21 connected to the second side 12 is the bottom end of the first rib 21, and the end of the first rib 21 away from the second side 12 is the top end of the first rib 21. The distance between the top end of the first rib 21 and the second side 12 along the first direction is the first distance, so that the top end of the first rib 21 protrudes more from the second side 12 than the top end of the plug-in terminal 3. Therefore, when the dishwasher 100 is pushed into the cabinet, the first rib 21 can prevent the plug-in terminal 3 from contacting the inner wall of the cabinet, and can prevent the plug-in terminal 3 from being scratched off.

[0037] Optionally, the first rib 21 can be connected to the wall surface defining the plug-in port 121. When the plug-in terminal 3 is inserted into the plug-in port 121, the gap between the first rib 21 and the plug-in terminal 3 is very small. The first rib 21 can prevent the plug-in terminal 3 from shaking, so that the plug-in terminal 3 can be inserted into the plug-in port 121 more stably.

[0038] Optionally, there is a third distance between the first rib 21 and the wall surface defining the insertion port 121, such that the radial dimension of the channel enclosed by the first rib 21 is greater than the radial dimension of the insertion port 121, which facilitates the insertion of the terminal 3 into the insertion port 121.

[0039] Please see Figure 2 In some embodiments, the first rib 21 forms a square frame structure, and the plug-in terminal 3 is inserted into the square frame structure.

[0040] Optionally, the first rib 21 may include a first straight segment and a second straight segment, both of which are disposed on the second side 12. The first straight segment is connected to the second straight segment, and the extension direction of the first straight segment is set at an angle to the extension direction of the second straight segment. More specifically, each end of the first straight segment is connected to a second straight segment, thereby forming a square structure. The first straight segment and the second straight segment form a triangular structure, which can increase the structural strength of the first rib 21 and enable the first rib 21 to better protect the plug-in terminal 3.

[0041] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the protective structure 2 may further include a second rib 22, which may be disposed on the second side 12 and may be connected to the first rib 21.

[0042] Optionally, the shape of the second rib 22 can be straight, arc-shaped, wavy, etc. This application embodiment does not limit the specific shape of the second rib 22. The following description takes the shape of the second rib 22 as straight as an example. The second rib 22 can be disposed on the second side 12 and can be connected to the first rib 21. The second rib 22 can increase the structural strength of the first rib 21, so that the first rib 21 can better protect the plug terminal 3.

[0043] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the extension direction of the second rib 22 can be set at an angle to the extension direction of the first rib 21, so that when the second rib 22 and the first rib 21 are connected, a triangular structure can be formed, which can improve the stability of the connection structure between the first rib 21 and the second rib 22 and further increase the structural strength of the first rib 21.

[0044] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some other embodiments, the second rib 22 can be located on the side of the first rib 21 facing away from the insertion port 121, so that the second rib 22 is outside the square structure formed by the first rib 21, which can prevent the second rib 22 from interfering with the insertion terminal 3.

[0045] Optionally, the protective structure 2 may include a plurality of second ribs 22, with two second ribs 22 as a group, the two second ribs 22 being arranged in parallel and spaced apart, and the two second ribs 22 being connected to the same side of the first rib 21. By providing a plurality of second ribs 22, the structural strength of the first rib 21 can be further increased.

[0046] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, a cable outlet 210 is provided on one side of the protective structure 2, which is used for the connection harness 31 on the plug terminal 3 to pass through.

[0047] Optionally, the first rib 21 includes a first straight segment and two second straight segments. The two ends of the first straight segment are respectively connected to a second straight segment, and the first straight segment and the second straight segment are set at an angle, so that a wire outlet 210 can be formed between the two second straight segments, so that the connecting wire harness 31 on the plug terminal 3 can pass through the two second straight segments, which facilitates the wiring of the connecting wire harness 31 on the plug terminal 3.

[0048] Optionally, the second straight segment is inclined relative to the vertical direction, and the two second straight segments are parallel to each other, so that the plane of the outlet 210 formed by the two second straight segments is set at an angle to the vertical direction, so that the connecting wire harness 31 on the plug terminal 3 can extend along the inclined direction, which will facilitate the arrangement of the connecting wire harness 31 on the side of the housing 1.

[0049] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the protective structure 2 may also include a third rib 23, which may be disposed on the second side 12 and at least partially located on the side of the outlet 210 facing away from the insertion port 121. The distance between the top of the third rib 23 and the second side 12 along the first direction is greater than the radial dimension of the connecting wire harness 31.

[0050] Optionally, the third rib 23 can be disposed on the side of the outlet 210 facing away from the insertion port 121, such that the third rib 23 is located on the extension path of the connecting wire harness 31 passing through the outlet 210. The end of the third rib 23 connected to the second side 12 is defined as the bottom end of the third rib 23, and the end of the third rib 23 facing away from the second side 12 is defined as the top end of the third rib 23. When the distance between the top end of the third rib 23 and the second side 12 along the first direction is greater than the radial dimension of the connecting wire harness 31, the third rib 23 can play a role in protecting the connecting wire harness 31. The third rib 23 can prevent other components from squeezing the connecting wire harness 31, for example, preventing the side panel 30 of the dishwasher 100 from squeezing the connecting wire harness 31, and avoiding the connecting wire harness 31 from breaking due to squeezing and wear.

[0051] Optionally, the third rib 23 can be extended vertically and extend to the side of the outlet 210 away from the insertion port 121, so that the third rib 23 can protect the connecting wire harness 31.

[0052] Optionally, the third rib 23 can be connected to the first rib 21, and the extension direction of the third rib 23 is set at an angle to the extension direction of the first rib 21, so that the third rib 23 and the first rib 21 can form a triangular structure, thereby increasing the structural strength of the third rib 23 and the first rib 21.

[0053] Optionally, the third rib 23 is connected to the second rib 22, and the connection between the third rib 23 and the second rib 22 is located on the first rib 21, so that the first rib 21, the second rib 22 and the third rib 23 can be connected to each other, further increasing the structural strength of the first rib 21 and the third rib 23.

[0054] Preferably, the extension direction of the second rib 22 is perpendicular to the extension direction of the third rib 23, that is, the second rib 22 can be connected with the third rib 23 to form a right-angle structure, thereby increasing the structural strength of the third rib 23.

[0055] Please see Figure 1 This application embodiment also provides a dishwasher 100, which may include a body 20 and a respirator 10 as described above. The respirator 10 may include a housing 1, and the first side 11 of the housing 1 may be connected to the outer side wall of the body 20.

[0056] Optionally, the body 20 includes an inner tub forming a washing chamber and a door assembly capable of opening or closing the washing chamber. The side of the body 20 with the door assembly is defined as the front side, and the side opposite to the front side is defined as the rear side. The peripheral side of the body 20 connects the front side and the rear side. The housing 1 of the breather 10 can be disposed on the peripheral side of the body 20. More specifically, the first side 11 of the housing 1 can be connected to the peripheral side of the body 20, and the second side 12 of the housing 1 can be disposed opposite to the peripheral side of the body 20. When the dishwasher 100 is pushed into the cabinet, the second side 12 is disposed opposite to the inner wall of the cabinet. Even if the dishwasher 100 gradually approaches and contacts the inner wall of the cabinet, the protective structure 2 contacts the inner wall of the cabinet first, which can prevent the plug-in terminal 3 from contacting the inner wall of the cabinet. This allows the protective structure 2 to protect the plug-in terminal 3 and prevent the plug-in terminal 3 from being scraped off.

[0057] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, the dishwasher 100 may include a side panel 30, which may be mounted on the body 20, and a third rib 23 is provided on the second side 12 of the housing 1, which may be supported by the side panel 30.

[0058] Optionally, the side plate 30 can be installed on the peripheral side of the body 20, and the side plate 30 is located in the lower half of the body 20. The third rib 23 on the second side 12 can also support the side plate 30, which can prevent the side plate 30 from squeezing the connecting wire harness 31 of the plug terminal 3.

[0059] Please see Figure 4 In some embodiments, the projection of the side plate 30 onto the second side surface 12 is outside the socket 121 on the second side surface 12.

[0060] Optionally, along the direction perpendicular to the second side 12, the projection of the side plate 30 on the second side 12 does not cover the plug-in port 121, so that the side plate 30 does not block the plug-in port 121, and thus the side plate 30 does not hinder the insertion of the plug-in terminal 3 into the plug-in port 121, making it convenient to install the plug-in terminal 3.

[0061] In the accompanying drawings of this embodiment, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components. In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" 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 application 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, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the accompanying drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0062] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A respirator, characterized in that, The respirator is for mounting on the body of the dishwasher, and the respirator includes: The housing has a first side facing the body, and a second side of the housing has a connector for inserting a terminal, the connector being disposed opposite to the first side; A protective structure is disposed on the second side and extends circumferentially along the plug-in terminal. The distance between the top of the protective structure and the second side along a first direction is greater than the distance between the top of the plug-in terminal and the second side along the first direction. The first direction is perpendicular to the second side.

2. The respirator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protective structure includes a first rib, which is disposed on the second side and surrounds the periphery of the plug-in terminal. The distance between the top of the first rib and the second side along the first direction is greater than the distance between the top of the plug-in terminal and the second side along the first direction.

3. The respirator according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first rib forms a square frame structure, and the plug-in terminal is inserted into the square frame structure.

4. The respirator according to claim 2, characterized in that, The protective structure includes a second rib, which is disposed on the second side and connected to the first rib.

5. The respirator according to claim 4, characterized in that, The extension direction of the second rib is set at an angle to the extension direction of the first rib.

6. The respirator according to claim 4, characterized in that, The second rib is located on the side of the first rib facing away from the insertion port.

7. The respirator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protective structure has a cable outlet on one side, which is used for the connecting wires on the plug-in terminal to pass through.

8. The respirator according to claim 7, characterized in that, The protective structure includes a third rib, which is disposed on the second side and is at least partially located on the side of the outlet facing away from the insertion port. The distance between the top of the third rib and the second side along the first direction is greater than the radial dimension of the connecting wire harness.

9. A dishwasher, characterized in that, The dishwasher includes a body and a respirator as described in any one of claims 1-8, the respirator including a housing, a first side of the housing being disposed toward the body.

10. The dishwasher according to claim 9, characterized in that, The dishwasher includes a side panel, which is mounted on the body, and a third rib is provided on the second side of the housing, which is supported by the side panel.

11. The dishwasher according to claim 10, characterized in that, The projection of the side plate onto the second side is located outside the socket on the second side.

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