Snow melting machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a snow melting machine, belongs to ice drink making equipment, and aims to solve the problem that condensed water generated in the internal space of a machine body of the conventional snow melting machine is difficult to clean. The snow melting machine is provided with a water collecting box for collecting and guiding the condensed water from the outer wall of a charging barrel; moreover, the water collecting box, the bottom plate, the front panel, the rear cover, the left cover and the right cover define an internal space, and the bottom side of the water collecting box is exposed in the internal space, so that positions where condensate water is easy to generate are concentrated in the water collecting box, the upper side surface and the lower side surface of the water collecting box are exposed, and the compressor is arranged below the water collecting box; condensed water condensed on the upper side surface of the water collecting box is easily guided, and condensed water condensed on the lower side surface of the water collecting box is also beneficial to being evaporated by heat generated when the compressor in the internal space works. Moreover, the upper side surface and the lower side surface of the water collecting box are convenient to touch and wipe, and cleanness is guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model pertains to iced beverage making equipment, specifically relating to a slush machine for making slush and other similar products. Background Technology

[0002] Snow melting machines are used to make slush or paste-like snow. During operation, the evaporator of the refrigeration system cools the food inside the cylinder. To collect the food from the cylinder, the cylinder, water collection box, and evaporator located inside the cylinder are all positioned at the top of the snow melting machine. The refrigeration system produces condensate during operation. Existing snow melting machines use a drawer-like water collection box below the cylinder to collect this condensate, requiring the box to be removed and cleaned periodically, which is cumbersome. In particular, small amounts of condensate easily accumulate near the cylinder and adjacent to the water collection box, and this small amount is hidden in concealed areas, making it difficult to clean. After prolonged operation, this condensate may drip or leak into the machine's interior. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved and the technical task proposed by this utility model is to overcome the defect of existing snow melting machines that produce condensate in the internal space of the machine body and are difficult to clean. The present invention provides a snow melting machine that aims to reduce or avoid the generation of condensate in the internal space of the machine body by reasonably arranging the product structure, or to evaporate the generated condensate in time and prevent it from dripping, so as to facilitate the cleaning of the condensate.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the snow melting machine of this utility model includes a machine body, a reamer, and a material cylinder.

[0005] The machine body includes an internal space, a refrigeration system, and a stirring power device.

[0006] The internal space is defined between the bottom plate, front panel, rear cover, left cover, right cover, and water collection box.

[0007] The refrigeration system includes a compressor, a condenser, and an evaporator. The compressor is located in the internal space and below the water collection box. The condenser is located in the internal space and behind the compressor. The evaporator is arranged horizontally in a cylindrical shape above the water collection box.

[0008] The stirring power device includes a motor and a drive shaft driven by the motor. The motor is located in the internal space, and the drive shaft is coaxially inserted through the center of the evaporator. The front end of the drive shaft extends to the front side of the evaporator.

[0009] The reamer is rotatably mounted on the evaporator and connected to the front end of the drive shaft;

[0010] The feed cylinder is detachably fitted over the evaporator and reamer through a through hole at its rear end. The rear end of the feed cylinder is sealed at the contact point with the machine body. The feed cylinder is supported by a water collection box and maintains a gap with the water collection box. The top of the feed cylinder is provided with a feeding port, and the front end of the feed cylinder is provided with an opening and closing discharge port.

[0011] This snow melting machine features a water collection box to collect and guide condensate from the outer wall of the cylinder. The water collection box, along with the base plate, front panel, rear cover, left cover, and right cover, defines the internal space, exposing the bottom of the water collection box. This concentrates condensation in the water collection box, and with both the upper and lower surfaces exposed, the compressor is positioned below it. Condensate on the upper surface is easily guided away, while condensate on the lower surface is readily evaporated by the heat generated by the compressor during operation. Furthermore, both the upper and lower surfaces of the water collection box are easily accessible for wiping, ensuring cleanliness.

[0012] Preferably, the compressor is located below the water collection box and fixed to the base plate. An internal support is provided, with the support fixed to the base plate via its upright support portion and supporting the water collection box via its transverse mounting portion. The upright support portion is located behind the compressor and in front of the condenser, and the transverse mounting portion extends forward from the upright support portion to above the compressor. Accordingly, the support, as a component of the load-bearing structure of the evaporator, water collection box, and slush cylinder, increases the load-bearing capacity, ensures the structural strength of the snow melting machine, and eliminates concerns about structural damage caused by adding food to the slush cylinder or vibrations generated during operation, thus extending product lifespan. Furthermore, the arrangement of the support minimizes its space occupation, increasing structural compactness.

[0013] Preferably, the rear end of the water collection box has an upwardly extending cover, the evaporator is located on the front side of the cover, and the bracket includes an upright mounting portion that is assembled with the cover. This increases the structural stability of the water collection box.

[0014] Preferably, the rear end of the evaporator is directly or indirectly assembled to the upright mounting part of the bracket. This increases the stability of the evaporator.

[0015] Preferably, the water collection box is assembled to the lateral mounting part via feet on its bottom side. This reduces the contact between the water collection box and the lateral mounting part, allowing more of the bottom side of the water collection box to be exposed, which facilitates the evaporation of condensate on the bottom side of the water collection box using the heat generated during compressor operation.

[0016] Preferably, the rear end of the water collection box has an upwardly extending cover, the evaporator is located on the front side of the cover, and the motor is located inside the cover. This increases the structural stability of the water collection box and provides protection for the motor.

[0017] Preferably, the condenser is located inside the rear cover and fixed to the base plate. The rear cover has an air outlet, and the left and right covers have air inlets. A fan is installed inside the space. The fan causes airflow to enter the space from the air inlets of the left and right covers, flow through the condenser, and exit from the air outlet of the rear cover. In this way, the flowing airflow dissipates heat from the condenser and promotes the evaporation of condensate in the space.

[0018] Preferably, the fan is an axial flow fan, which is positioned against the rear side of the condenser and directly opposite the air outlet. This allows the heat generated by the condenser during operation to radiate into the internal space, promoting the evaporation of condensate within the space. Furthermore, the evaporation of condensate cools the airflow, facilitating the cooling of the condenser.

[0019] Preferably, the condenser is located inside the rear cover and fixed to the base plate. A junction box is fixed above the condenser, located behind the water collection box, and a circuit board is fixed inside the junction box. This design protects the circuit board from humid airflow, and the heat generated by the condenser during operation is conducted to the junction box, causing it to evaporate humid air and ensuring the circuit board remains dry.

[0020] Preferably, the left and right covers are detachably assembled, so that the left and right covers can be removed as needed to open the internal space.

[0021] This invention utilizes a water collection box to collect and guide condensate from the outer wall of the barrel. Furthermore, the water collection box, along with the bottom plate, front panel, rear cover, left cover, and right cover, defines the internal space, exposing the bottom of the water collection box within this space. The compressor is placed below the water collection box. This concentrates condensation in the water collection box, and both the upper and lower surfaces of the box are exposed. Condensate condensing on the upper surface is easily guided away, while condensate condensing on the lower surface is readily evaporated by the heat generated by the compressor during operation. Moreover, both the upper and lower surfaces of the water collection box are easily accessible for wiping, ensuring cleanliness.

[0022] The placement of the fan in this invention promotes rapid evaporation of condensate in the internal space. Furthermore, by positioning the junction box above the condenser and behind the water collection box, the circuit boards inside the junction box are kept dry. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the snow melting machine of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the snow melting machine with the material cylinder removed.

[0025] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the removal of the left and right covers of the snow melting machine;

[0026] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure shown from another perspective;

[0027] Figure 5 for Figure 1 The diagram shown is an exploded view of the snow melting machine.

[0028] Figure 6 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the airflow direction of the snow melting machine;

[0029] Explanation of the labels in the diagram:

[0030] 100 body:

[0031] 110 Internal space; 111 Base plate; 112 Front panel; 113 Rear cover; 113a Air outlet; 114 Left cover; 114a Air inlet; 115 Right cover; 115a Air inlet; 116 Water collection box; 116a Drain hole; 117 Cover; 118 Feet; 119 Water pipe; 1110 Structural component; 1111 Locking pin.

[0032] 121 Compressor, 122 Condenser, 123 Evaporator, 124 Fan;

[0033] 131 motor, 132 drive shaft,

[0034] 141 Vertical support unit, 142 Horizontal mounting unit, 143 Vertical mounting unit

[0035] 150 junction box;

[0036] 200 reamer;

[0037] 300 Barrel, 301 Through Hole, 302 Feed Port, 303 Discharge Port, 304 Sealing Ring, 305 Valve;

[0038] 400 wastewater boxes. Detailed Implementation

[0039] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0040] The terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification and claims of this utility model are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such as a method or product that includes a series of technical features, not limited to those technical features explicitly listed, but also including other technical features that may be included in the method or product but not explicitly listed.

[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," and "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used 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. Among them, "upper" and "lower," "left" and "right," and "front" and "rear" are opposite directions.

[0042] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0043] like Figure 1-6 As shown, the snow melting machine includes a body 100, a cutter 200, and a material cylinder 300.

[0044] The body 100 includes an internal space 110, a refrigeration system, and a stirring power unit.

[0045] The internal space 110 is defined between the base plate 111, the front panel 112, the rear cover 113, the left cover 114, the right cover 115, and the water collection box 116. The water collection box 116 has a drain hole 116a at its front bottom, which is connected to a wastewater box 400 via a water pipe 119. The wastewater box 400 can be removed to empty the collected wastewater. For structural stability, the machine body also includes structural components 1110.

[0046] The refrigeration system includes a compressor 121, a condenser 122, and an evaporator 123. During operation, the refrigerant flows and undergoes phase changes within the refrigeration system via the compressor to achieve cooling. Specifically, the refrigerant evaporates and absorbs heat in the evaporator, and condenses in the condenser, generating heat. The compressor 121 is located in the internal space 110 and below the water collection box 116. The heat generated during operation radiates upwards or heats the air to achieve convection, which is used to evaporate the condensate at the bottom of the water collection box. The condenser 122 is located in the internal space 110 and behind the compressor 121, facilitating heat dissipation. The evaporator 123 is arranged laterally in a cylindrical shape above the water collection box 116.

[0047] The stirring power unit includes a motor 131 and a drive shaft 132 driven by the motor. The motor 131 is located in the internal space 110, and the drive shaft 132 is coaxially inserted through the center of the evaporator 123, with the front end of the drive shaft extending to the front side of the evaporator.

[0048] The shovel 200 is a spiral-shaped component that is rotatably mounted on the evaporator 123 and connected to the front end of the drive shaft 132. Therefore, driven by the motor, it can rotate around the evaporator, scraping off the icy food that has condensed on the surface of the evaporator to form slush and stirring the slush to make it uniform.

[0049] The feed cylinder 300 serves as a container for holding food. The feed cylinder 300 has a through-hole 301 at its rear end, through which it is detachably fitted onto the evaporator 123 and the scraper 200. In other words, in the assembled state, the evaporator 123 and the scraper 200 are located inside the feed cylinder 300. The evaporator 123 cools the food, and the scraper 200 scrapes and stirs the food. The rear end of the feed cylinder 300, where it contacts the machine body, is sealed, for example, by a sealing ring 304. When the feed cylinder is assembled, the sealing ring 304 is compressed to achieve a seal. To maintain this seal, after the feed cylinder is installed, it is locked in place using a locking pin 1111 or other locking mechanism as shown in the figure. After the feed cylinder is installed, it is supported by a water collection box 116, maintaining a gap between the box and the feed cylinder, allowing condensate from the outer wall of the feed cylinder to flow into the water collection box. The top of the material cylinder 300 is provided with a feeding port 302 for adding material into the cylinder, and the front end of the material cylinder 300 is provided with a discharge port 303 that can be opened and closed. Generally, a valve 305 is configured for the discharge port, and the discharge port is opened or closed by the valve.

[0050] This snow melting machine, equipped with a water collection box 116, collects and guides condensate from the outer wall of the material cylinder 300. Furthermore, the bottom of the water collection box 300 is exposed within the internal space 110, thus concentrating condensation in areas prone to occur within the box. With both the upper and lower surfaces of the water collection box exposed, and the compressor 121 positioned below it, condensate on the upper surface of the box is easily guided away, while condensate on the lower surface is readily evaporated by the heat generated during compressor operation within the internal space. Moreover, both the upper and lower surfaces of the water collection box are easily accessible for wiping, ensuring its cleanliness.

[0051] In the illustrated structure, the compressor 121 is located below the water collection box 116 and fixed to the base plate 111. The internal space 110 is equipped with a bracket, which is fixed to the base plate 111 via its upright support part 141. The bracket supports the water collection box 116 via its transverse mounting part 142. The upright support part 141 is located behind the compressor 121 and in front of the condenser 122. The transverse mounting part 142 extends forward from the upright support part 141 to above the compressor 121. Accordingly, the bracket, as a component of the load-bearing structure of the evaporator, water collection box, and slush cylinder, increases the load-bearing capacity, ensuring the structural strength of the snow melting machine. There is no need to worry about structural damage caused by adding food to the slush cylinder or vibrations generated during the operation of the snow melting machine, thus extending the product's lifespan. Furthermore, the arrangement of the bracket minimizes its space occupation, increasing structural compactness. The bracket can be an integral structure or an assembled structure.

[0052] In the illustrated structure, the rear end of the water collection box 116 has an upwardly extending cover 117, the evaporator 1123 is located on the front side of the cover 117, and the support includes an upright mounting part 143, which is assembled with the cover 117. This increases the structural stability of the water collection box.

[0053] In the illustrated structure, the rear end of the evaporator 123 is directly or indirectly assembled to the upright mounting portion 143 of the bracket. This increases the stability of the evaporator.

[0054] In the illustrated structure, the water collection box 116 is assembled with the horizontal mounting part 143 via its bottom foot 118. Accordingly, the contact between the water collection box 116 and the horizontal mounting part 143 is reduced, allowing more of the bottom side of the water collection box to be exposed, which facilitates the evaporation of condensate on the bottom side of the water collection box using the heat generated during the operation of the compressor.

[0055] In the illustrated structure, the area below the housing 117 forms part of the internal space, and the motor 131 is located inside the housing 117. This increases the structural stability of the water collection box and provides protection for the motor.

[0056] In the illustrated structure, the condenser 122 is located inside the rear cover 113 and fixed to the base plate 111. The rear cover 113 has an air outlet 113a, the left cover 114 has an air inlet 114a, and the right cover 115 has an air inlet 115a. The internal space 110 is equipped with a fan 124. The fan 124 causes airflow to enter the internal space from the air inlets of the left and right covers, flow through the condenser, and exit from the air outlet of the rear cover. In this way, the flowing airflow dissipates heat from the condenser and promotes the evaporation of condensate in the internal space. Figure 6 The dashed arrows in the middle indicate the reverse direction of airflow.

[0057] In the illustrated structure, fan 124 is an axial flow fan, which is attached to the rear side of condenser 122 and faces the air outlet 113a. In this way, the heat generated by the condenser during operation is radiated into the internal space, promoting the evaporation of condensate in the internal space. Furthermore, when condensate is evaporated, it has a cooling effect on the airflow, which is beneficial for the airflow to cool the condenser.

[0058] In the illustrated structure, the condenser 122 is located inside the rear cover 113 and fixed to the base plate 111. A junction box 150 is fixed above the condenser 122, located behind the water collection box 116. A circuit board is fixed inside the junction box. This design protects the circuit board from humid airflow, and the heat generated by the condenser during operation is conducted to the junction box, causing it to evaporate humid air and ensuring the circuit board remains dry.

[0059] In the illustrated structure, the left cover 114 and the right cover 115 are detachably assembled, for example, by means of bayonet assembly and fastening with screws. This allows the left and right covers to be removed as needed to open the internal space.

[0060] When the snow melting machine is working, condensation occurs on the outer wall of the evaporator 123 due to cooling and the cold food being contained in the cylinder 300. Condensation also occurs on the upper and lower surfaces of the water collection box 116. The condensation on the outer wall of the cylinder and the upper surface of the water collection box flows into the wastewater box 400 through the drain hole 116a and water pipe 119. The condensation on the lower surface of the water collection box 116 is evaporated by the heat generated by the compressor and condenser, as well as the airflow generated by the fan, thus keeping the internal space dry. When needed, the left and right covers can be removed to open the internal space for maintenance and repair.

Claims

1. A snow melting machine, comprising a machine body (100), a reamer (200), and a material cylinder (300), characterized in that: The fuselage (100) includes an internal space (110), a refrigeration system, and a stirring power device. The internal space (110) is defined between the base plate (111), the front panel (112), the rear cover (113), the left cover (114), the right cover (115), and the water collection box (116). The refrigeration system includes a compressor (121), a condenser (122), and an evaporator (123). The compressor (121) is located in the internal space and below the water collection box (116). The condenser (122) is located in the internal space and behind the compressor (121). The evaporator (123) is arranged horizontally in a cylindrical shape above the water collection box (116). The stirring power device includes a motor (131) and a drive shaft (132) driven by the motor. The motor (131) is located in the internal space, and the drive shaft (132) is coaxially inserted through the center of the evaporator (123). The front end of the drive shaft (132) extends to the front side of the evaporator (123). The reamer (200) is rotatably mounted on the evaporator (123) and connected to the front end of the drive shaft (132); The feed cylinder (300) is detachably fitted over the evaporator (123) and the reamer (200) through a through hole (301) at its rear end. The part of the feed cylinder (300) that contacts the machine body at the rear end is sealed. The feed cylinder (300) is supported by a water collection box (116) and maintains a gap with the water collection box. The top of the feed cylinder (300) is provided with a feeding port (302), and the front end of the feed cylinder (300) is provided with an opening and closing discharge port (303).

2. The snow melting machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The compressor (121) is located below the water collection box (116) and fixed to the base plate (111). The internal space (110) is provided with a bracket. The bracket is fixed to the base plate (111) by its upright support part (141). The bracket supports the water collection box (116) by its horizontal mounting part (142). The upright support part (141) is located behind the compressor (121) and in front of the condenser (122). The horizontal mounting part (142) extends forward from the upright support part (141) to the top of the compressor (121).

3. The snow melting machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The water collection box (116) has an upwardly extending cover (117) at its rear end, the evaporator (123) is located on the front side of the cover (117), and the bracket includes an upright mounting part (143) which is assembled with the cover (117).

4. The snow melting machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The rear end of the evaporator (123) is directly or indirectly assembled with the upright mounting part (143) of the bracket.

5. The snow melting machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The water collection box (116) is assembled with the transverse mounting part (142) via its bottom foot (118).

6. The snow melting machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water collection box (116) has an upwardly extending cover (117) at its rear end, the evaporator (123) is located on the front side of the cover (117), and the motor (131) is located inside the cover (117).

7. The snow melting machine according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: The condenser (122) is located inside the rear cover (113) and fixed to the base plate (111). The rear cover (113) is provided with an air outlet (113a), and the left cover (114) and right cover (115) are provided with air inlets. The internal space is provided with a fan (124). The fan (124) causes the airflow to enter the internal space from the air inlets of the left and right covers, flow through the condenser, and flow out from the air outlet of the rear cover.

8. The snow melting machine according to claim 7, characterized in that: The fan (124) is an axial flow fan, which is attached to the rear side of the condenser (122) and directly opposite the air outlet (113a).

9. The snow melting machine according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: The condenser (122) is located inside the rear cover (113) and fixed to the base plate (111). A junction box (150) is fixed above the condenser (122). The junction box (150) is located behind the water collection box (116). A circuit board is fixed inside the junction box.

10. The snow melting machine according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: The left cover (114) and the right cover (115) are detachably assembled.

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