Adjustable bowl basket

Abstract

The utility model provides an adjustable bowl basket which comprises a bowl basket body, and guide steel wires are arranged on the two sides of the bowl basket body. The lifting assembly can move up and down relative to the guide steel wire; the locking mechanisms are installed on the two sides of the bowl basket, and the locking mechanisms are used for locking and unlocking the lifting assembly. According to the adjustable bowl basket, by arranging the locking mechanism, the lifting assembly can be effectively locked through the locking mechanism, accidental sliding or falling in the using process is prevented, the safety of a user is ensured, the stability of the bowl basket in the using process is ensured by locking the lifting assembly and the locking mechanism, and inclination or falling caused by improper operation is avoided.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of dishwashers, in particular to an adjustable basket. BACKGROUND

[0002] A basket is arranged in the washing chamber of a dishwasher, and is used to effectively hold and fix various tableware during the cleaning process.

[0003] Publication No. CN205126160U discloses an adjustable basket and a dishwasher, in particular to an adjustable basket and a dishwasher having the same, comprising a basket body made of steel wire, a fixed plate fixed to both sides of the basket body, and an adjusting mechanism installed on the fixed plate and moving up and down relative to the fixed plate. The basket body comprises a guide steel wire matched with the fixed plate and coated with a protective coating. The fixed plate comprises a main body portion for installing the adjusting mechanism, and a protective sleeve located on one side of the main body portion and sleeved on the protective coating of the guide steel wire. The adjusting mechanism comprises a lifting assembly provided on the fixed plate and having a roller, and an adjusting handle cooperating with the lifting assembly to realize position adjustment. The lifting assembly is provided with a sliding sleeve sleeved on the protective sleeve and driving the roller to move up and down relative to the protective sleeve.

[0004] The basket in the prior art is an adjustable basket. During the upward adjustment of the adjusting handle, the adjusting handle needs to be rotated, and the adjusting handle and the lifting assembly need to cooperate with each other. The limiting of the adjusting handle on the lifting assembly is small, and there is only one fulcrum, which causes the lifting assembly to be unable to be accurately locked at the required position, and the lifting assembly is prone to shaking during the upward and downward movement, resulting in poor stability of the basket and reducing the user's experience.

[0005] Therefore, the structure of the basket in the prior art has further improvement space. CONTENT OF THE UTILITY MODEL

[0006] Therefore, in view of the technical problem that the limiting of the adjusting handle on the lifting assembly in the prior art is small, the lifting assembly is prone to shaking during the upward and downward movement, and the stability of the basket is poor, the present application provides an adjustable basket. By setting a locking mechanism, the locking mechanism locks or unlocks the lifting assembly, which can realize the upward and downward adjustment of the basket, and the stability is good.

[0007] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present application provides the following technical scheme: an adjustable basket, comprising:

[0008] A basket, the basket is provided with guide steel wires on both sides;

[0009] A lifting assembly, the lifting assembly can move up and down relative to the guide steel wires;

[0010] Locking mechanism, which is installed on both sides of the basket, is used to lock and unlock the lifting assembly.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the adjustable basket of the present application lies in the locking mechanism, which can effectively lock the lifting assembly to prevent accidental sliding or falling during use, ensuring the safety of the user, and by locking the lifting assembly, the locking mechanism ensures the stability of the basket during use, avoiding tilting or falling due to improper operation.

[0012] Preferably, the locking mechanism comprises a pressable adjustment handle and a locking block; the locking block is at least partially matched with the lifting assembly and at least partially matched with the adjustment handle to achieve the up-down adjustment of the basket.

[0013] The locking block is elastic, and the locking of the lifting assembly is achieved by pressing the adjustment handle.

[0014] In this embodiment, the user can control the state of the locking block through the operation of the adjustment handle, and in this process, the adjustment handle does not need to cooperate with the lifting assembly, and the adjustment of the basket can be achieved through the cooperation between the locking block and the two, improving the stability of the basket and the convenience of operation.

[0015] Preferably, the locking block comprises an elastic part and a limiting part, the elastic part is connected with the limiting part, and the elastic part is used to lock and unlock the lifting assembly.

[0016] The limiting part is located at one end of the elastic part away from the lifting assembly, and the limiting part is used to limit the position of the lifting assembly.

[0017] In this embodiment, the elastic part is used to lock and unlock the lifting assembly, and the limiting part is located at the end of the elastic part away from the lifting assembly, and the limiting part is used to limit the position of the lifting assembly to prevent excessive movement.

[0018] Preferably, the locking mechanism further comprises a sliding block, the sliding block is arranged between the locking block and the lifting assembly, and the lifting assembly can slide up and down relative to the sliding block.

[0019] The sliding block is provided with a mounting groove, and the guide steel wire is at least partially mounted in the mounting groove.

[0020] In this embodiment, the guide steel wire is at least partially mounted in the mounting groove, which can effectively prevent it from accidentally falling off during use, ensuring the safety of the basket during height adjustment.

[0021] Preferably, the lifting assembly comprises a fixing plate and a supporting plate, the fixing plate is fixedly connected with the supporting plate, the supporting plate is located between the fixing plate and the adjusting handle, and the supporting plate is in an L-shaped structure.

[0022] The lifting assembly has an ascending state and a descending state, and when the lifting assembly is in the descending state, the supporting plate is located at one end of the elastic part away from the limiting part.

[0023] In the embodiment, the elastic part limits the supporting plate, avoids accidental sliding or rebound of the lifting assembly in the descending state, and ensures the stability of the lifting assembly during use.

[0024] Preferably, the end of the adjusting handle is provided with a first inclined surface, and the first inclined surface is located at one end of the adjusting handle close to the limiting part.

[0025] When the lifting assembly is in the descending state, the first inclined surface abuts against the limiting part.

[0026] When the lifting assembly is in the descending state, the first inclined surface abuts against the limiting part, which can effectively limit the movement of the lifting assembly and maintain the stability in the descending state.

[0027] In the embodiment,

[0028] Preferably, the adjusting handle is provided with a limiting protrusion, and the limiting protrusion protrudes towards the direction of the basket.

[0029] The end of the elastic part is provided with an inclined surface, and when the lifting assembly is in the descending state, the limiting protrusion abuts against the inclined surface, and the limiting protrusion is in a triangular structure.

[0030] In the embodiment, the limiting protrusion is in a triangular structure, and the triangular structure can provide a stable support point, so that the limiting protrusion is pressed on the sliding block more stably.

[0031] Preferably, the locking mechanism further comprises a housing and an elastic member, the elastic member is installed in the housing, and the elastic member is connected with the adjusting handle.

[0032] The housing is provided with an opening, and the adjusting handle is located at least partially in the opening.

[0033] The elastic member can provide a buffering effect, and the buffering effect of the elastic member can reduce the direct impact between the lifting assembly and other components, reduce wear and tear, and prolong the service life of the entire locking mechanism.

[0034] In the embodiment,

[0035] Preferably, the adjusting handle is provided with a support column, the elastic member is sleeved on the support column, the support column protrudes towards the direction away from the opening, and the support column is used for supporting the elastic member.

[0036] In the embodiment, the support column is mainly used for supporting the elastic member, ensuring that the elastic member maintains a stable and effective working state during use. Through the support of the support column, the elastic member can provide uniform reaction force when pressed.

[0037] Preferably, the shell comprises an upper cover plate and a lower cover plate, and the upper cover plate is connected with the lower cover plate.

[0038] The lower cover plate is provided with at least three support columns, and the upper cover plate is provided with a matching member corresponding to the support columns.

[0039] The adjusting handle is mounted on the support column, and the matching member cooperates with the support column to limit the adjusting handle.

[0040] In the embodiment, through the interaction of the matching member and the support column, the movement range of the adjusting handle can be effectively limited, the accidental loosening or falling of the adjusting handle during operation can be prevented, and the safety and stability of use are ensured. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0041] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the adjustable bowl basket provided by an embodiment of the application;

[0042] Figure 2 is an exploded structural schematic diagram of the adjustable bowl basket provided by an embodiment of the application;

[0043] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of a lifting assembly and a locking mechanism of the adjustable bowl basket provided by an embodiment of the application;

[0044] Figure 4 is a structural schematic diagram of a fixed position of the adjustable bowl basket provided by an embodiment of the application; Figure 3 is an enlarged schematic diagram of a local part A in FIG. 8;

[0045] Figure 5 is a structural schematic diagram of a fixed position of the adjustable bowl basket provided by an embodiment of the application;

[0046] Figure 6 is a structural schematic diagram of a lowered state of the adjustable bowl basket provided by an embodiment of the application.

[0047] REFERENCE SIGNS:

[0048] 1, bowl basket; 2, guide steel wire; 3, lifting assembly; 4, locking mechanism;

[0049] 31, fixing plate; 32, support plate; 41, housing; 42, lock block; 43, adjusting handle; 44, sliding block; 45, elastic member; 46, support column;

[0050] 411, upper cover plate; 412, lower cover plate; 421, elastic part; 422, limiting part; 431, first inclined surface; 432, support column; 433, limiting protrusion; 441, mounting groove. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0051] In order for those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions of the present disclosure, the present disclosure will be described in detail below in conjunction with the drawings and examples. It should be understood that the specific examples described herein are only used to explain the present disclosure and do not limit the present disclosure.

[0052] In the description of the present application, if the first, second, only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features, and can not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicit indication of the number of indicated technical features or implicit indication of the order of the indicated technical features.

[0053] Those skilled in the art should understand that in the disclosure of the present application, the terms "longitudinal", "transverse", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer" and the like indicate the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. It is only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and does not indicate or imply that the devices or elements referred to must have a particular orientation, be constructed and operated in a particular orientation, therefore the above terms cannot be understood as limiting the present application.

[0054] The present application will be further described in detail below in conjunction with the drawings, see Figures 1 to 6 Description.

[0055] The adjustable basket provided by the present embodiment is applied in the technical field of dishwashers, such as Figures 1 to 6As shown, including the basket 1, lifting assembly 3 and locking mechanism 4, both sides of the basket 1 are provided with guide wire 2, guide wire 2 has a guiding effect, guide wire 2 is connected with the basket 1, lifting assembly 3 can move up and down relative to the guide wire 2, so that users can easily adjust the height of the basket 1 according to the need, adapt to different use scenarios and needs. Locking mechanism 4 is installed on both sides of the basket 1, locking mechanism 4 is located on one side of the lifting assembly 3, locking mechanism 4 is used to lock and unlock the lifting assembly 3. In this embodiment, the locking mechanism 4 can effectively lock the lifting assembly 3, prevent accidental sliding or falling during use, ensure the safety of the user. In this embodiment, through the cooperation of guide wire 2, lifting assembly 3 and locking mechanism 4, a stable, safe and flexible use experience is provided, the user can conveniently adjust the height of the basket 1, while ensuring the safety and stability during use, improving the overall practicality and user satisfaction.

[0056] Specifically, the locking mechanism 4 includes a lock block 42 and a pressable adjustment handle 43, the lock block 42 at least partially cooperates with the lifting assembly 3, the lock block 42 at least partially cooperates with the adjustment handle 43 to realize the up and down adjustment of the basket 1, the lock block 42 has elasticity, which will deform when the adjustment handle 43 exerts pressure, and will restore to its original state after the pressure is removed, thereby realizing the free movement of the lifting assembly 3. When the user holds the adjustment handle 43 and pushes it upwards, the lifting assembly 3 will slide along the guide wire 2 from the lock block 42 to the end of the sliding block 44, abutting against the end of the sliding block 44, the lifting assembly 3 can be accurately locked at the desired position to realize the up and down adjustment of the basket 1. The lock block 42 has elasticity, and the lock block 42 is locked by pressing the adjustment handle 43. Through the operation of the adjustment handle 43, the user can control the state of the lock block 42. During the entire operation, the adjustment handle 43 does not need to cooperate with the lifting assembly 3, and the adjustment of the basket 1 can be realized through the cooperation between the lock block 42 and the two, improving the stability and operation convenience of the basket 1.

[0057] Further, as shown in Figures 2 to 6 The locking mechanism 4 further includes a sliding block 44, which is arranged between the lock block 42 and the lifting assembly 3, and the lifting assembly 3 can slide up and down relative to the sliding block 44. The sliding block 44 is provided with a mounting groove 441, and the guide wire 2 is at least partially mounted in the mounting groove 441, which can effectively prevent it from accidentally falling off during use, ensuring the safety of the basket 1 when adjusting the height.

[0058] Further, as shown in Figure 2As shown, the locking block 42 comprises an elastic portion 421 and a limiting portion 422, the limiting portion 422 is in a rectangular structure, the elastic portion 421 is connected with the limiting portion 422, the elastic portion 421 is obliquely arranged, the elastic portion 421 is inclined towards the limiting portion 422, the elastic portion 421 is used for locking and unlocking the lifting assembly 3, the limiting portion 422 is located at one end of the elastic portion 421 away from the lifting assembly 3, and the limiting portion 422 is used for limiting the lifting assembly 3.

[0059] Further, as shown in Figure 4 As shown, the lifting assembly 3 comprises a fixed plate 31 and a support plate 32, the fixed plate 31 is fixedly connected with the support plate 32, the support plate 32 is located between the fixed plate 31 and the adjusting handle 43, the support plate 32 is in an L-shaped structure, and the lifting assembly 3 has an ascending state and a descending state, when the lifting assembly 3 is in the descending state, the support plate 32 is located at one end of the elastic portion 421 away from the limiting portion 422, the support plate 32 abuts against the end of the elastic portion 421, the elastic portion 421 limits the support plate 32, and the accidental sliding or rebound of the lifting assembly 3 in the descending state is avoided, so that the stability of the lifting assembly 3 in the use process is ensured.

[0060] As shown in Figure 2 As shown, the end of the adjusting handle 43 is provided with a first inclined surface 431, and the first inclined surface 431 is located at one end of the adjusting handle 43 close to the limiting portion 422, when the lifting assembly 3 is in the descending state, the first inclined surface 431 abuts against the limiting portion 422, which can effectively limit the movement of the lifting assembly 3 and maintain the stability in the descending state.

[0061] Further, as shown in Figure 2 As shown, the locking mechanism 4 further comprises a spring 45 and a housing 41, the spring 45 is installed in the housing 41, the spring 45 is provided as a compression spring, the locking block 42, the adjusting handle 43 and the sliding block 44 are all installed in the housing 41, when the user adjusts the bowl basket 1 up and down by pressing the adjusting handle 43, it is not easy to cause hand clamping and the like, and the housing 41 can protect the adjusting handle 43, the locking block 42 and other components from being damaged, thereby prolonging the service life of the locking mechanism 4. The spring 45 can provide a buffering effect, the buffering effect of the spring 45 can reduce the direct impact between the lifting assembly 3 and other components, reduce wear and tear, and prolong the service life of the entire locking mechanism 4. The housing 41 is provided with an opening, and the adjusting handle 43 is at least partially located in the opening, so that the user can conveniently contact and operate the adjusting handle 43.

[0062] Wherein, the adjusting handle 43 is provided with a support column 432, and the elastic member 45 is sleeved on the support column 432; the support column 432 protrudes towards the direction away from the opening; the support column 432 is mainly used for supporting the elastic member 45, so that the elastic member 45 can keep a stable and effective working state during use; and the elastic member 45 can provide uniform counterforce when being pressed, through the support of the support column 432.

[0063] Wherein, the adjusting handle 43 is provided with a limiting protrusion 433 and a protruding block; the limiting protrusion 433 extends towards the direction away from the first inclined surface 431; the limiting protrusion 433 protrudes towards the basket 1; the elastic part 421 is provided with an inclined surface at the end thereof; the protruding block is arranged between the limiting protrusion 433 and the lifting assembly 3; the inclined surface is located at the side of the end of the elastic part 421 close to the adjusting handle 43; the inclined surface accounts for about half of the end of the elastic part 421; when the lifting assembly 3 is in the lowered state, the limiting protrusion 433 and the protruding block are in contact with the inclined surface; the inclined surface is arranged obliquely downwards; the limiting protrusion 433 is of a triangular structure; the triangular structure can provide a stable support point, so that the limiting protrusion 433 is more stable when being pressed on the sliding block 44; the contact between the limiting protrusion 433 and the inclined surface can reduce the direct friction between the lifting assembly 3 and other components, reduce the abrasion, and prolong the service life of the entire locking mechanism 4.

[0064] Further, as shown in Figure 2 The shell 41 comprises an upper cover plate 411 and a lower cover plate 412; the upper cover plate 411 is clamped with the lower cover plate 412; the lower cover plate 412 is provided with at least three support columns 46; the upper cover plate 411 is provided with a matching part; the matching part is arranged correspondingly with the support columns 46; the adjusting handle 43 is installed on the support columns 46; the matching part and the support columns 46 are matched for limiting the adjusting handle 43, which can effectively limit the movement range of the adjusting handle 43, ensure that it operates within a predetermined range, prevent damage or insecurity caused by excessive adjustment, provide firm support for the adjusting handle 43, and ensure that it keeps stable during use, prevent shaking or tilting caused by external force.

[0065] Working principle: when the adjusting handle 43 is pressed upwards by hand, the elastic member 45 is compressed and abuts against the inner wall of the shell 41; the first inclined surface 431 of the adjusting handle 43 presses the limiting part 422; under the action of the limiting protrusion 433, the lock block 42 is pressed down to the limit position; the limiting of the lifting assembly 3 is released; the lifting assembly 3 is in a free state; at this time, the basket 1 freely slides under the action of its own gravity, so that the user gets more space for placing; after the adjusting handle 43 is released, the adjusting handle 43 is reset under the action of the lock block 42; the limiting is realized through the elastic reset of the lock block 42.

[0066] The application is described in detail above, and the principles and implementation manners of the application are described by applying specific examples. The above description of the examples is only used to help understand the application and the core idea. It should be pointed out that, for ordinary skilled persons in the technical field, some improvements and modifications can be made to the application without departing from the principles of the application, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of the application.

Claims

1. An adjustable dish rack, characterized in that, include: A bowl basket (1) is provided with guide wires (2) on both sides of the bowl basket (1); A lifting assembly (3) is capable of moving up and down relative to the guide wire (2); A locking mechanism (4) is installed on both sides of the bowl basket (1) and is used to lock and unlock the lifting assembly (3).

2. The adjustable bowl basket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking mechanism (4) includes a pressable adjustable handle (43) and a locking block (42); the locking block (42) cooperates at least partially with the lifting assembly (3) and at least partially with the adjustable handle (43) to achieve vertical adjustment of the basket (1); The locking block (42) is elastic, and the locking block (42) locks the lifting assembly (3) by pressing the adjusting handle (43).

3. The adjustable bowl basket according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking block (42) includes an elastic part (421) and a limiting part (422). The elastic part (421) is connected to the limiting part (422). The elastic part (421) is used to lock and unlock the lifting assembly (3). The limiting part (422) is located at the end of the elastic part (421) away from the lifting assembly (3), and the limiting part (422) is used to limit the lifting assembly (3).

4. The adjustable dish rack according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking mechanism (4) further includes a slider (44), which is disposed between the locking block (42) and the lifting assembly (3), and the lifting assembly (3) is capable of sliding up and down relative to the slider (44); The slider (44) is provided with a mounting groove (441), and the guide wire (2) is at least partially installed in the mounting groove (441).

5. The adjustable dish rack according to claim 3, characterized in that, The lifting assembly (3) includes a fixed plate (31) and a support plate (32). The fixed plate (31) is fixedly connected to the support plate (32). The support plate (32) is located between the fixed plate (31) and the adjusting handle (43). The support plate (32) has an L-shaped structure. The lifting assembly (3) has an upward state and a downward state. When the lifting assembly (3) is in the downward state, the support plate (32) is located at the end of the elastic part (421) away from the limiting part (422).

6. The adjustable dish rack according to claim 3, characterized in that, The end of the adjustable grip (43) is provided as a first inclined surface (431), and the first inclined surface (431) is located at the end of the adjustable grip (43) near the limiting part (422); When the lifting assembly (3) is in a descending state, the first inclined surface (431) is close to the limiting part (422).

7. The adjustable dish rack according to claim 3, characterized in that, The adjusting handle (43) is provided with a limiting protrusion (433), which protrudes toward the bowl basket (1); The end of the elastic part (421) is provided with an inclined surface. When the lifting assembly (3) is in the lowering state, the limiting protrusion (433) abuts against the inclined surface. The limiting protrusion (433) is a triangular structure.

8. The adjustable dish rack according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking mechanism (4) further includes a housing (41) and an elastic element (45), the elastic element (45) being installed inside the housing (41) and connected to the adjusting handle (43); The housing (41) has an opening, and the adjustable grip (43) is at least partially located at the opening.

9. The adjustable dish rack according to claim 8, characterized in that, The adjustable grip (43) is provided with a support column (432), and the elastic element (45) is sleeved on the support column (432). The support column (432) protrudes in a direction away from the opening, and the support column (432) is used to support the elastic element (45).

10. The adjustable dish rack according to claim 8, characterized in that, The housing (41) includes an upper cover plate (411) and a lower cover plate (412), wherein the upper cover plate (411) and the lower cover plate (412) are connected; The lower cover plate (412) is provided with at least three support columns (46), and the upper cover plate (411) is provided with a mating part, which is provided in correspondence with the support columns (46). The adjustable grip (43) is mounted on the support column (46), and the mating part cooperates with the support column (46) to limit the position of the adjustable grip (43).

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