Shelf assembly and dish washing machine
By designing support components with angles and a tilted support structure, the problem of insufficient shelf capacity in small dishwashers is solved, achieving more efficient placement and drying of tableware.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423256495.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-27
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-09
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-27
AI Technical Summary
Existing small dishwashers have shelves that cannot hold a large number of dishes, making them unsuitable for large families.
A shelf assembly was designed, including an angled support member and an inclined support structure, which increases the capacity of the second placement area for dishes, and ensures cleaning effect and stability through the design of the water pipe connector and support ribs.
It effectively increases the shelf's tableware capacity, improves the number of dishes that can be placed, and facilitates the flow of liquids for rinsing and drying of dishes.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchen equipment technology, and more specifically, to a shelf assembly and a dishwasher. Background Technology
[0002] With societal development, dishwashers have become an indispensable household appliance, typically using spray arms to spray high-pressure water jets to clean dishes. Currently, the dishwasher market is mainly divided into two platforms: large dishwashers and small dishwashers. Small dishwashers can hold a small number of (10 place settings or less) of small Chinese or Japanese-style dishes, while large dishwashers can hold a larger number (13 place settings or more) of larger dishes. For small apartments, small dishwashers are a more likely choice.
[0003] However, the shelves of existing small dishwashers cannot hold a large number of dishes, which cannot meet the needs of large families. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a shelf assembly and a dishwasher, so as to solve to some extent the technical problem that the shelves of small dishwashers in the prior art cannot hold a larger number of tableware.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:
[0006] A shelving assembly having intersecting first direction, second direction, and height direction, comprising:
[0007] The frame includes a first placement area configured to hold bowls and a second placement area configured to hold cups.
[0008] A support member connected to the frame; the support member is configured to support the bowl and is spaced apart along the second direction in the first placement area; the support member has an angle with the height direction; at least a portion of the support member extends along the first direction, and at least a portion of the end of the support member bends toward the second placement area and forms a first angle with the first direction.
[0009] In any of the above technical solutions, optionally, the support member includes a support rack and a fixed rack; the support rack is connected between the fixed rack and the bottom of the frame.
[0010] The fixed rack has an angle with the height direction;
[0011] Along the extending direction of the support member, a plurality of the support racks are spaced apart on the fixed rack, and at least a portion of the ends of the fixed racks are bent toward the second placement area.
[0012] Optionally, in any of the above technical solutions, the frame may further include a third placement area configured to hold dishes;
[0013] Along the second direction, the two first placement areas are located on opposite sides of the second placement area;
[0014] The third placement area is located on one side of the second placement area, and along the first direction, the third placement area is adjacent to one of the first placement areas;
[0015] At least one end of the support member disposed in the first placement area is bent toward the second placement area.
[0016] Optionally, in any of the above technical solutions, the range of the first included angle is 8°-20°.
[0017] In any of the above technical solutions, optionally, the shelf assembly further includes a water inlet pipe located outside the frame; the water inlet pipe includes a corresponding first end and a second end; the first end of the water inlet pipe is used to connect to the spray arm;
[0018] The frame is connected to a first connector that fixes the first end of the water pipe, and also to a second connector that fixes the second end of the water pipe.
[0019] In any of the above technical solutions, optionally, the first connector is U-shaped, and the opening of the first connector faces the second end of the water pipe; the first end of the water pipe has a groove that mates with the first connector;
[0020] From the first end to the second end of the water pipe, the opening width of the first connector gradually increases.
[0021] In any of the above technical solutions, optionally, the second connector is U-shaped and the opening of the second connector faces downward; the water pipe is accommodated in the second connector, and the second end of the water pipe is fixedly connected to a buckle that snaps onto the top of the second connector.
[0022] In any of the above technical solutions, optionally, the buckle includes a receiving groove for accommodating the top of the second connector, and also includes an anti-detachment protrusion to prevent the top of the second connector from detaching; the anti-detachment protrusion protrudes from the inner wall of the receiving groove.
[0023] In any of the above technical solutions, optionally, the shelf assembly further includes a support rib connected to the frame; the support rib is configured to support the cup and is spaced apart along the first direction in the second placement area;
[0024] The supporting rib is U-shaped with its opening facing downwards, and the water pipe is housed inside the supporting rib.
[0025] Along the height direction, the opening width of the support rib gradually increases from top to bottom.
[0026] A dishwasher includes the shelf assembly described above; the shelf assembly is an upper shelf.
[0027] The main beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0028] The shelf assembly and dishwasher provided by this utility model include a first placement area configured to hold bowls and a second placement area configured to hold cups. By having an angle between the support member and the height direction, that is, by setting the support member at an angle, it is convenient for the bowls supported by the support member to be tilted, which is conducive to the rinsing of liquid and does not easily accumulate liquid, thereby helping the bowls to dry. By bending at least part of the end of the support member toward the second placement area and forming a first angle with the first direction, the capacity for holding bowls is effectively increased, the number of bowls that can be placed is increased, and the number of tableware that can be placed on the shelf is increased to a certain extent.
[0029] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, preferred embodiments are described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description
[0030] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the shelf assembly provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0032] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the shelf assembly for holding tableware.
[0033] Figure 3 Another perspective structural schematic diagram of the shelf assembly provided in this embodiment of the utility model;
[0034] Figure 4 for Figure 3 The diagram shows the structure of the shelf assembly for holding tableware.
[0035] Figure 5 A first-view structural schematic diagram of the shelf assembly provided in an embodiment of the present utility model (with a water inlet pipe);
[0036] Figure 6 A second-view structural schematic diagram of the shelf assembly provided in an embodiment of this utility model (with a water inlet pipe);
[0037] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of the shelving assembly shown;
[0038] Figure 8 for Figure 6 A partially enlarged cross-sectional view of the shelving assembly shown.
[0039] Icons: 10-Frame; 11-First placement area; 12-Second placement area; 13-Third placement area; 20-Supporting component; 21-Supporting rack; 22-Fixing rack; 30-Water pipe; 31-Snap fastener; 40-First connector; 50-Second connector; 61-Bowl; 62-Cup; 63-Plate; 70-Supporting rib. Detailed Implementation
[0040] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments 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. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can typically be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0041] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0042] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0043] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0044] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "sag" do not imply that components must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that they can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal relative to "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.
[0045] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0046] The following detailed description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, outlines some embodiments of the present invention. Unless otherwise specified, the following embodiments and features can be combined with each other.
[0047] Example
[0048] This embodiment provides a shelf assembly and a dishwasher; please refer to... Figures 1-8 , Figures 1-4 The shelf assembly shown does not display a water inlet pipe. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The bent portion of the support shown is roughly located within the circle at the bottom of the diagram. Figure 3 and Figure 4 The bent portion of the support shown is roughly located within the circle at the top of the diagram. Figure 5 and Figure 6 The shelving assembly shown displays the water pipes, and the lower circle in the image roughly shows the bent portion of the support structure; for a clearer view of the structure, Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the shelving assembly. Figure 8 This is a partially enlarged cross-sectional view of the shelving assembly.
[0049] The shelf assembly provided in this embodiment is for kitchen dish racks, particularly for dishwashers; for example, for household dishwashers. See also... Figures 1-8 As shown, the shelf assembly has intersecting first direction, second direction, and height direction, and includes:
[0050] The frame 10 includes a first placement area 11 configured to hold bowls 61 and a second placement area 12 configured to hold cups 62; the bowls 61 are, for example, noodle bowls, and the cups 62 are, for example, teacups, glasses, etc.
[0051] A support member 20 is connected to the frame 10; the support member 20 is configured to support the bowl 61 and is spaced apart along the second direction in the first placement area 11; the support member 20 has an angle with the height direction, for example, the angle between the support member 20 and the height direction is in the range of 70°-85°; at least a portion of the support member 20 extends along the first direction, and at least a portion of the end of the support member 20 is bent toward the second placement area 12 and forms a first angle with the first direction.
[0052] In this embodiment, the first included angle ranges from 8° to 20°. Optionally, the first included angle is 8°, 10°, 12°, 15°, or 20°, or other angles.
[0053] Optionally, the first direction, the second direction, and the height direction are mutually perpendicular.
[0054] The shelf assembly described in this embodiment includes a first placement area 11 configured to hold bowls 61 and a second placement area 12 configured to hold cups 62. By having an angle between the support member 20 and the height direction, that is, by tilting the support member 20, the bowls 61 supported by the support member 20 are tilted, which is conducive to the rinsing of liquid and prevents liquid accumulation, thereby helping the bowls 61 to dry. By bending at least part of the end of the support member 20 toward the second placement area 12 and forming a first angle with the first direction, the capacity to hold bowls 61 is effectively increased, the number of bowls 61 that can be placed is increased, and the number of tableware that can be placed on the shelf is increased to a certain extent.
[0055] See Figures 1-6 As shown, in an optional embodiment, the support member 20 includes a support rack 21 and a fixed rack 22; the support rack 21 is connected between the fixed rack 22 and the bottom of the frame 10. For example, the top of the support rack 21 is connected to the fixed rack 22, and the bottom of the support rack 21 is connected to the bottom of the frame 10.
[0056] The fixed rack 22 has an angle with the height direction; the angle range is, for example, 70°-85°, and the angle is, for example, 70°, 72°, 75°, 78° or 85°, or other angles.
[0057] Along the extending direction of the support member 20, multiple support racks 21 are spaced apart on the fixed racks 22, and at least part of the ends of the fixed racks 22 are bent toward the second placement area 12. By bending, the length of the fixed racks 22 is increased, effectively increasing the number of bowls 61 that can be placed, and to some extent increasing the number of tableware that can be placed on the shelf. For example, when the end of a single fixed rack 22 is bent toward the second placement area 12, one more bowl 61 can be placed.
[0058] Optionally, the number of support members 20 in the first placement area 11 is multiple; alternatively, the number of support members 20 with bends is multiple.
[0059] See Figures 1-6 As shown, in an optional embodiment, the frame 10 further includes a third placement area 13 configured to hold the dish 63. Along the second direction, two first placement areas 11 are located on opposite sides of the second placement area 12. The third placement area 13 is located on one side of the second placement area 12, and along the first direction, the third placement area 13 is adjacent to one of the first placement areas 11. At least one end of the support member 20 disposed in the other first placement area 11 is bent toward the second placement area 12.
[0060] See Figures 5-8 As shown, in an optional embodiment, the shelf assembly further includes a water inlet pipe 30 located outside the frame 10; the water inlet pipe 30 includes corresponding first and second ends; the first end of the water inlet pipe 30 is used to connect to the spray arm; for example, the first end of the water inlet pipe 30 is located in the middle of the frame 10, and the second end of the water inlet pipe 30 is located near the edge of the frame 10. Optionally, along a first direction, the water inlet pipe 30 includes a first end and a second end.
[0061] The frame 10 is connected to a first connector 40 that fixes the first end of the water inlet pipe 30, and a second connector 50 that fixes the second end of the water inlet pipe 30. The water inlet pipe 30 is fixed to the frame 10 by the first connector 40 and the second connector 50.
[0062] See Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, in the optional embodiment, the first connector 40 is U-shaped, and the opening of the first connector 40 faces the second end of the water pipe 30; the first end of the water pipe 30 has a groove that mates with the first connector 40; by mates the U-shaped first connector 40 with the grooved water pipe 30, the first end of the water pipe 30 is securely connected to the frame 10.
[0063] Optionally, from the first end to the second end of the water pipe 30, the opening width of the first connector 40 gradually increases so that the first connector 40 and the groove of the water pipe 30 can fit better, making the connection of the first end of the water pipe 30 easier.
[0064] See Figures 6-8 As shown, in the optional embodiment, the second connector 50 is U-shaped, and its opening faces downwards; the water pipe 30 is housed within the second connector 50, and its second end is fixedly connected to a buckle 31 that engages with the top of the second connector 50. The buckle 31 engages with the second connector 50, facilitating connection between the water pipe 30 and the second connector 50, and thus enabling the second end of the water pipe 30 to be connected to the frame 10.
[0065] See Figure 8 As shown, in an optional embodiment, the buckle 31 includes a receiving groove for accommodating the top of the second connector 50, and also includes an anti-detachment protrusion to prevent the top of the second connector 50 from detaching; the anti-detachment protrusion protrudes from the inner wall of the receiving groove. The anti-detachment protrusion effectively prevents the top of the second connector 50 from detaching.
[0066] The shelf assembly described in this embodiment securely fixes the first and second ends of the water pipe 30 to the frame 10 via the first connector 40 and the second connector 50, effectively solving the problem of easy misalignment during installation of the water pipe 30.
[0067] See Figures 1-7 As shown, in an optional embodiment, the shelf assembly further includes support ribs 70 connected to the frame 10; the support ribs 70 are configured to support the cups 62 and are spaced apart along a first direction in the second placement area 12; the support ribs 70 are U-shaped, with their openings facing downwards, and the water pipe 30 is accommodated inside the support ribs 70; along the height direction, the opening width of the support ribs 70 gradually increases from top to bottom. The U-shaped support ribs 70 facilitate the accommodation of the water pipe 30.
[0068] This embodiment also provides a dishwasher, including the shelf assembly described in any of the above embodiments. The shelf assembly is an upper shelf. This dishwasher, by having an angle between the support member 20 and the height direction, i.e., the support member 20 is inclined, facilitates the tilting of the dishes 61 supported by the support member 20, which is beneficial for liquid flow and prevents liquid accumulation, thereby aiding in the drying of the dishes 61; by bending at least a portion of the end of the support member 20 towards the second placement area 12 and forming a first angle with the first direction, the capacity for holding dishes 61 is effectively increased, increasing the number of dishes 61 that can be placed, and to a certain extent increasing the number of tableware that can be placed on the shelf.
[0069] The dishwasher provided in this embodiment includes the shelf assembly described above. The technical features of the shelf assembly disclosed above are also applicable to this dishwasher, and the technical features of the shelf assembly already disclosed above will not be described again. The dishwasher in this embodiment has the advantages of the shelf assembly described above, and the advantages of the shelf assembly disclosed above will not be described again here.
[0070] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A shelf assembly, characterized in that, It has a first direction, a second direction, and a height direction that intersect each other in pairs, including: The frame (10) includes a first placement area (11) configured to hold bowls (61) and a second placement area (12) configured to hold cups (62); A support member (20) connected to the frame (10); the support member (20) is configured to support the bowl (61) and is spaced apart along the second direction in the first placement area (11); the support member (20) has an angle with the height direction; at least a portion of the support member (20) extends along the first direction, and at least a portion of the end of the support member (20) bends toward the second placement area (12) and forms a first angle with the first direction.
2. The shelf assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support member (20) includes a support rack (21) and a fixed rack (22); the support rack (21) is connected between the fixed rack (22) and the bottom of the frame (10); The fixed rack (22) has an angle with the height direction; Along the extension direction of the support member (20), a plurality of support racks (21) are spaced apart on the fixed rack (22), and at least part of the ends of the fixed racks (22) are bent toward the second placement area (12).
3. The shelf assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame (10) also includes a third placement area (13) configured to hold dishes (63); Along the second direction, the two first placement areas (11) are located on opposite sides of the second placement area (12); The third placement area (13) is located on one side of the second placement area (12), and along the first direction, the third placement area (13) is adjacent to one of the first placement areas (11); At least one end of the support (20) disposed in another first placement area (11) is bent toward the second placement area (12).
4. The shelf assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first included angle is in the range of 8°-20°.
5. The shelf assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, It also includes a water inlet pipe (30) located outside the frame (10); the water inlet pipe (30) includes a corresponding first end and a second end; the first end of the water inlet pipe (30) is used to connect to the spray arm; The frame (10) is connected to a first connector (40) for fixing the first end of the water pipe (30), and is also connected to a second connector (50) for fixing the second end of the water pipe (30).
6. The shelf assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first connector (40) is U-shaped, and the opening of the first connector (40) faces the second end of the water pipe (30); the first end of the water pipe (30) has a groove that mates with the first connector (40); From the first end to the second end of the water pipe (30), the opening width of the first connector (40) gradually increases.
7. The shelf assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second connector (50) is U-shaped and the opening of the second connector (50) faces downward; the water pipe (30) is housed in the second connector (50) and the second end of the water pipe (30) is fixedly connected to a buckle (31) that snaps into the top of the second connector (50).
8. The shelf assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, The buckle (31) includes a receiving groove for receiving the top of the second connector (50), and also includes an anti-detachment protrusion to prevent the top of the second connector (50) from detaching; the anti-detachment protrusion protrudes from the inner wall of the receiving groove.
9. The shelf assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes support ribs (70) connected to the frame (10); the support ribs (70) are configured to support the cup (62) and are spaced apart along the first direction in the second placement area (12); The support rib (70) is U-shaped and the opening of the support rib (70) faces downward. The water pipe (30) is accommodated inside the support rib (70). Along the height direction, the opening width of the support rib (70) gradually increases from top to bottom.
10. A dishwasher, characterized in that, Includes the shelf assembly as described in any one of claims 1-9; the shelf assembly is an upper shelf.