Kitchen air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model provides a kitchen air conditioner, and relates to the technical field of kitchen appliances. The kitchen air conditioner comprises a shell, an evaporator assembly, a water tank and an electric control box. The evaporator assembly, the water tank and the electric control box are all arranged in the shell. The water tank and the electric control box are both arranged below the evaporator assembly, the water tank is located beside the electric control box, and the water tank is configured to collect condensate water of the evaporator assembly; the water tank is provided with a water inlet pipe, and the water inlet pipe is configured to guide condensate water of the evaporator assembly into the water tank; the position of a water outlet of the water inlet pipe is lower than the upper end face of the electric control box. Condensate water can be prevented from splashing out in the dripping process, it is guaranteed that the electric control box is not affected, normal work of the electric control box is guaranteed, cleanliness of the interior of the air conditioner and the kitchen environment is kept, and user experience is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of kitchen appliance technology, and more particularly to a kitchen air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] As living standards continue to improve, the comfort of the kitchen, an indispensable part of family life, is receiving increasing attention. Kitchen air conditioners, which can not only remove cooking fumes but also regulate kitchen temperature, are gradually gaining popularity.

[0003] In related technologies, kitchen air conditioners include an evaporator, a drip tray, and an electrical control box. The drip tray collects condensate from the evaporator, and the fan blows cold air outwards. However, in these technologies, the drip tray is prone to splashing during water collection, affecting the normal operation of the electrical control box and resulting in low safety performance. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a kitchen air conditioner to solve the technical problem that condensate water from the water tank easily splashes onto the electrical control box during the water filling process, resulting in low safety performance of the electrical control box.

[0005] An embodiment of this application provides a kitchen air conditioner, including a housing, an evaporator assembly, a water tank, and an electrical control box; the evaporator assembly, the water tank, and the electrical control box are all disposed within the housing;

[0006] Both the water tank and the electrical control box are located below the evaporator assembly, with the water tank situated beside the electrical control box. The water tank is configured to collect the condensate from the evaporator assembly.

[0007] The water tank is provided with a water inlet pipe, which is configured to guide the condensate from the evaporator assembly into the water tank;

[0008] The outlet of the water inlet pipe is located below the upper surface of the electrical control box.

[0009] This lower position of the water inlet outlet helps prevent condensate from splashing out of the water tank and contacting the electrical control box, reducing the risk of moisture damage or short circuits in the electrical control box, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the electrical control box and the kitchen air conditioner.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the water tank includes a side plate near the electrical control box, and the outlet of the water inlet pipe is positioned below the upper surface of the side plate.

[0011] This design ensures that the outlet of the water inlet pipe is positioned below the upper surface of the side plate, guaranteeing that condensate can flow smoothly into the water tank without overflowing, and further reducing the risk of the electrical control box becoming damp or short-circuited.

[0012] In one feasible implementation, the water tank has a water storage chamber, the top of the water tank is an open structure, and the outlet of the water inlet pipe is located in the water storage chamber.

[0013] In this way, the open structure simplifies the design and manufacturing process of the water tank, and the condensate can be collected quickly and effectively, reducing the residence time of condensate inside the air conditioner. This, in turn, helps to reduce the risk of condensate accumulation outside the water tank and ensures the normal operation of the electrical control box and other components.

[0014] In one feasible implementation, the top of the water tank is provided with a top wall, the top wall has a water inlet, and the outlet of the water inlet pipe is connected to the water inlet of the water tank.

[0015] Along the horizontal direction, the water inlet of the water tank is located on the top wall at a position away from the electrical control box, wherein the height of the top wall where the water inlet is located is lower than the height of the rest of the top wall.

[0016] This layout, with the water inlet far from the electrical control box, reduces the possibility of condensate coming into contact with the electrical control box, lowering the risk of the electrical control box getting damp or short-circuiting, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the system; the sloping design of the top wall helps prevent overflow of the water tank when water is being introduced.

[0017] In one feasible implementation, the top wall is provided with a water collection trough, which surrounds the outer periphery of the water inlet and is connected to the water inlet.

[0018] In this way, the design of the water collection tank provides an additional buffer area that can temporarily collect splashed condensate, further reducing the risk of condensate spreading to the electrical control box and improving the safety of the electrical control box.

[0019] In one feasible implementation, a float valve is also included, which is disposed at the outlet of the inlet pipe. The float valve includes a float, a connecting rod, and a valve body, and the float and the valve body are connected by the connecting rod.

[0020] When the liquid level in the water tank rises to the first preset liquid level, the float rises and drives the connecting rod to rise. The connecting rod pushes the piston in the valve body into the valve body, and the outlet of the water inlet pipe closes to stop water from entering the water tank.

[0021] When the liquid level in the water tank drops to the second preset level, the float descends and drives the connecting rod to descend. The connecting rod pulls the piston in the valve body outward, and the outlet of the water inlet pipe opens to continue to feed water into the water tank.

[0022] This allows for precise control of the opening and closing of the water inlet pipe, effectively preventing the risk of the water tank overflowing due to overfilling.

[0023] In one feasible implementation, a groove is provided on the bottom surface of the water tank, and the float is disposed in the groove;

[0024] And / or, the bottom surface of the water tank is an inclined surface, and a drain outlet is provided at the lowest point of the bottom surface of the tank.

[0025] In this way, the groove design allows condensate to flow in and accumulate in the groove first, ensuring that even when the water level in the tank is low, the condensate can be effectively collected, reducing the diffusion of water at the bottom of the tank. The float can also respond to changes in liquid level in a timely manner when the water level in the tank is low, improving the sensitivity and accuracy of the float valve and ensuring the reliability of liquid level control.

[0026] In one possible implementation, the inlet pipe has a flow-retarding section at least a portion near the outlet, the flow-retarding section being configured to slow down the condensate entering the outlet.

[0027] This helps to reduce the water flow rate, thereby reducing the impact force when condensate enters the water tank, preventing condensate from splashing, and thus reducing the risk of moisture damage to the electrical control box.

[0028] In one feasible implementation, the electrical control box includes a top cover, a bottom cover, and a plurality of side covers connected end to end in sequence, and the outlet of the water inlet pipe is positioned lower than the top cover of the electrical control box.

[0029] A waterproof sealing structure is provided on at least one of the top cover and the side cover, between two adjacent side covers, and between the top cover and the side cover.

[0030] This effectively prevents condensation from entering the electrical control box, improving its waterproof performance and protecting the internal electrical components from moisture damage.

[0031] In one feasible implementation, a water receiving tray is further included, which is disposed at the bottom of the evaporator assembly. The bottom of the water receiving tray has a water outlet, and the water inlet of the water inlet pipe is connected to the water outlet of the water receiving tray.

[0032] In this way, the design of the drip tray makes the collection and discharge of condensate more controllable, reducing the accumulation of moisture inside the air conditioner. In addition, the inlet of the water inlet pipe is connected to the outlet of the drip tray, ensuring that condensate can flow smoothly from the drip tray into the water tank, reducing water flow resistance and the possibility of accumulation.

[0033] This application provides a kitchen air conditioner, including a casing, an evaporator assembly, a water tank, and an electrical control box. The water tank is provided with a water inlet pipe, and the outlet of the water inlet pipe is positioned lower than the upper surface of the electrical control box. This lower outlet position helps ensure that condensate does not splash from the water tank and contact the electrical control box, reducing the risk of moisture damage or short circuits in the electrical control box, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the electrical control box and the kitchen air conditioner.

[0034] In addition to the technical problems solved by this application, the technical features constituting the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by the technical features of these technical solutions as described above, other technical problems that the kitchen air conditioner provided by this application can solve, other technical features contained in the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by these technical features will be further explained in detail in the specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0035] 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 some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0036] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a kitchen air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0037] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a kitchen air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0038] Figure 3 An exploded view of the kitchen air conditioner provided in the embodiments of this application, including the outer casing side panel;

[0039] Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing the location and structure of the electrical control box, water tank, and water tray of the kitchen air conditioner provided in this embodiment of the application;

[0040] Figure 5 A schematic diagram showing the location and structure of the electrical control box and water tank of a kitchen air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0041] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the water tray, water tank and water inlet pipe of the kitchen air conditioner provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0042] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of a drain pump and a water inlet installed on the water tank of a kitchen air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0043] Figure 8This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water tank of the kitchen air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0044] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0045] 100 - Outer shell; 110 - Front panel; 120 - Side panel; 130 - Top panel;

[0046] 210 - Evaporator assembly;

[0047] 310-Water receiving tray; 320-Water tank; 321-Water inlet; 322-Side panel of tank; 323-Top wall; 324-Water storage chamber; 330-Drain pump; 340-Drain pipe; 350-Water inlet pipe; 360-Float valve;

[0048] 500 - Electrical control box; 510 - Upper surface of electrical control box; 520 - Top cover; 530 - Bottom cover; 540 - Side cover. Detailed Implementation

[0049] In related technologies, kitchen air conditioners include an evaporator, a drip tray, and an electrical control box. The drip tray collects condensate from the evaporator, and the fan blows cold air outwards. However, in these technologies, the drip tray is prone to splashing during water collection, affecting the normal operation of the electrical control box and resulting in low safety performance.

[0050] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides a kitchen air conditioner, including a casing, an evaporator assembly, a water tank, and an electrical control box. The water tank is equipped with a water inlet pipe, and the outlet of the water inlet pipe is positioned lower than the upper surface of the electrical control box. This lower outlet position helps ensure that condensate does not splash from the water tank and contact the electrical control box, reducing the risk of moisture damage or short circuits in the electrical control box, thereby improving the safety and reliability of both the electrical control box and the kitchen air conditioner.

[0051] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0052] Reference Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this application embodiment provides a kitchen air conditioner, including a housing 100, an evaporator assembly 210, a water tank 320, and an electrical control box 500; the evaporator assembly 210, the water tank 320, and the electrical control box 500 are all disposed inside the housing 100.

[0053] In this embodiment, the material of the outer casing 100 is not limited. For example, the outer casing 100 may be made of stainless steel, which has good corrosion resistance and heat resistance, and is easy to clean and maintain; or, the outer casing 100 may be made of aluminum alloy, which is lightweight, has good corrosion resistance, and good thermal conductivity, which can help dissipate heat. This embodiment does not limit the choice of material.

[0054] For example, refer to Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the outer casing 100 includes a front panel 110, a top panel 130, and a plurality of side panels 120 connected end to end.

[0055] In this embodiment, both the water tank 320 and the electrical control box 500 are located below the evaporator assembly 210. The water tank 320 is located next to the electrical control box 500 and is configured to collect the condensate from the evaporator assembly 210.

[0056] In this way, the water tank 320 provides additional condensate storage space, enabling the system to effectively collect and store more condensate under high humidity or long-term operation conditions, reducing the need for frequent drainage and improving the system's operating efficiency. The design of the water tank 320 located below the evaporator assembly 210 utilizes gravity to ensure that water flows naturally into the water tank 320, further reducing the risk of water overflow and leakage.

[0057] In this embodiment, the positional relationship between the water tank 320 and the electrical control box 500 is not limited. For example, the electrical control box 500 and the water tank 320 can be arranged side-by-side in the horizontal direction. This effectively utilizes the lateral space inside the housing 100, avoiding unnecessary space occupation in the vertical direction, resulting in a more compact overall structure. Furthermore, this layout reduces the risk of condensate directly contacting the electrical control box 500, lowering the possibility of electrical components becoming damp or short-circuited, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the equipment. Moreover, the reasonable layout design makes maintenance and repair of the electrical control box 500 and the water tank 320 more convenient; the electrical control box 500 is located at the bottom, facilitating wiring, while the side position of the water tank 320 makes it easy to observe and clean the accumulation of condensate.

[0058] However, since the water tank 320 is located beside the electrical control box 500, splashing is likely to occur during water intake, affecting the normal operation of the electrical control box 500. Therefore, in this embodiment, referring to... Figure 6 As shown, the water tank 320 is provided with a water inlet pipe 350, which is configured to guide the condensate from the evaporator assembly 210 into the water tank 320.

[0059] In this embodiment, the material, shape, and size of the water inlet pipe 350 are not limited. For example, the water inlet pipe 350 can be made of plastic, which has the advantages of being lightweight, corrosion-resistant, low-cost, and easy to process and install; or, the water inlet pipe 350 can be made of rubber or silicone, which has advantages such as good flexibility and resistance to high and low temperatures. This embodiment does not limit these aspects.

[0060] This design provides greater flexibility for the water inlet pipe 350, allowing it to be adjusted to suit different installation environments and structural requirements based on the specific needs of the kitchen air conditioning system. At the same time, it enables the condensate from the evaporator assembly 210 to flow smoothly to the water tank 320. This design ensures efficient collection and discharge of condensate, reducing the risk of water overflow or accumulation.

[0061] To further prevent condensation from splashing out, in the embodiments of this application, reference is made to... Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 is positioned below the upper surface 510 of the electrical control box. It can be understood that the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 is connected to the water tank 320, and the condensate is diverted to the water tank 320 through the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350.

[0062] It should be noted that in this embodiment of the application, the height relationship between the water tank 320 and the electrical control box 500 is not limited on the same horizontal plane.

[0063] For example, when the top of the water tank 320 is flush with the upper surface 510 of the electrical control box, the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 is limited to be lower than the upper surface 510 of the electrical control box. This lowers the position of the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350, thereby ensuring that condensate will not splash out of the water tank 320 and contact the electrical control box 500. This reduces the risk of the electrical control box 500 getting damp or short-circuited, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the electrical control box 500 and the kitchen air conditioner.

[0064] For example, when the top of the water tank 320 is higher than the upper end face 510 of the electrical control box, the water tank 320 is higher than the electrical control box 500. This limits the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 to be lower than the upper end face 510 of the electrical control box, making the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 deeper in the water tank 320. This also ensures that condensate will not splash out of the water tank 320 and come into contact with the electrical control box 500, reducing the risk of the electrical control box 500 getting damp or short-circuiting, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the electrical control box 500 and the kitchen air conditioner.

[0065] For example, when the top of the water tank 320 is lower than the upper surface 510 of the electrical control box, the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 is also lower than the upper surface 510 of the electrical control box; that is, the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 is positioned lower. This also ensures that condensate will not splash out of the water tank 320 and contact the electrical control box 500, reducing the risk of the electrical control box 500 becoming damp or short-circuited.

[0066] Therefore, in the kitchen air conditioner provided in this embodiment, the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 is positioned lower than the upper end face 510 of the electrical control box. In all of the above methods, it can be ensured that condensate will not splash out of the water tank 320 and contact the electrical control box 500, reducing the risk of the electrical control box 500 getting damp or short-circuiting, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the electrical control box 500 and the kitchen air conditioner.

[0067] In one feasible implementation, refer to Figure 5 As shown, the water tank 320 includes a tank side plate 322 near the electrical control box 500, and the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 is located below the upper surface of the tank side plate 322.

[0068] The side panel 322 of the tank acts as a physical barrier, which helps to further prevent water in the water tank 320 from overflowing into the area of ​​the electrical control box 500. Even if the water level in the water tank 320 is close to full, the side panel 322 of the tank can effectively block the water flow and protect the electrical control box 500 and its internal electronic components from water damage.

[0069] Similarly, on the same horizontal plane, there is no limitation on the height relationship between the side panel 322 of the enclosure and the electrical control box 500. It can include three ways: the top of the side panel 322 of the enclosure is flush with the upper end face 510 of the electrical control box, the top of the side panel 322 of the enclosure is higher than the upper end face 510 of the electrical control box, and the top of the side panel 322 of the enclosure is lower than the upper end face 510 of the electrical control box.

[0070] In this way, the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 is positioned below the upper surface of the side panel 322 of the box, ensuring that condensate can flow smoothly into the water tank 320 without overflowing, further reducing the risk of the electrical control box 500 getting damp or short-circuited.

[0071] In one feasible implementation, the top of the water tank 320 is significantly lower than the upper surface 510 of the electrical control box; that is, the water tank 320 is much lower in height relative to the electrical control box 500. Based on the aforementioned height relationship, in this embodiment of the application, referring to... Figures 6 to 8 As shown, the water tank 320 has a water storage chamber 324. The top of the water tank 320 can be set as an open structure, so that the outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 can be directly suspended in the air, and the condensate flows into the water storage chamber 324 in the air. This design helps to reduce water flow resistance and improve water intake efficiency.

[0072] In addition, the open structure simplifies the design and manufacturing process of the water tank 320, and the condensate can be collected quickly and effectively, reducing the residence time of condensate inside the air conditioner. This helps to reduce the risk of condensate accumulation outside the water tank 320 and ensures the normal operation of the electrical control box 500 and other components.

[0073] In one feasible implementation, refer to Figure 7 As shown, a top wall 323 can be provided on the top of the water tank 320, and an inlet 321 can be provided on the top wall 323. The outlet of the inlet pipe 350 is connected to the inlet 321 of the water tank 320.

[0074] For example, the structure of the top wall 323 is not limited. For example, refer to... Figure 7 As shown, the top wall 323 can block part of the water storage chamber 324, but this embodiment does not limit this.

[0075] For example, the top wall 323 can also completely seal the water storage chamber 324. In this way, the presence of the top wall 323 can prevent dust, debris, or other contaminants from entering the water tank 320, ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the water quality. In addition, the top wall 323 can reduce water evaporation loss, which helps to maintain a stable water level in the water tank 320. The top wall 323 increases the overall structural strength of the water tank 320, reducing the risk of deformation or damage to the water tank 320. This embodiment does not limit this aspect.

[0076] In addition, placing the inlet 321 on the top wall 323 allows for better control of the way and speed of water flowing into the water tank 320, reducing turbulence and fluctuations within the water tank 320. Furthermore, the design of the inlet 321 on the top wall 323 facilitates inspection and cleaning, ensuring the long-term stable operation of the system.

[0077] In this embodiment of the application, along the horizontal direction, the water inlet 321 of the water tank 320 is located at a position away from the electrical control box 500 on the top wall 323, wherein the height of the top wall 323 where the water inlet 321 is located is lower than the height of the other positions of the top wall 323.

[0078] In this way, the water inlet 321 of the water tank 320 is far away from the electrical control box 500. Even if overflow occurs, the water will not flow directly to the electrical control box 500, reducing the possibility of condensate contacting the electrical control box 500 and lowering the risk of the electrical control box 500 getting damp or short-circuited, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the system. The inclined design of the top wall 323 helps to prevent the water tank 320 from overflowing when water is being introduced. Moreover, the water inlet 321 is located at a lower position, and gravity helps to guide water into the water tank 320 more smoothly, improving water intake efficiency and water flow stability.

[0079] In one feasible implementation, the top wall 323 may be provided with a water collection trough, which surrounds the outer periphery of the water inlet 321 and is connected to the water inlet 321.

[0080] In this way, the design of the water collection tank provides an additional buffer area that can temporarily collect splashed condensate, further reducing the risk of condensate spreading to the electrical control box 500 and improving the safety of the electrical control box 500.

[0081] In one feasible implementation, refer to Figure 5 As shown, it may also include a float valve 360, which is disposed at the outlet of the inlet pipe 350. The float valve 360 ​​may include a float, a connecting rod and a valve body, and the float and the valve body are connected by the connecting rod.

[0082] When the liquid level in the water tank 320 rises to the first preset level, the float rises and drives the connecting rod to rise. The connecting rod pushes the piston inside the valve body into the valve body, closing the outlet of the inlet pipe 350 to stop water from entering the water tank 320. When the liquid level in the water tank 320 drops to the second preset level, the float falls and drives the connecting rod to fall. The connecting rod pulls the piston inside the valve body outward, opening the outlet of the inlet pipe 350 to continue water entering the water tank 320.

[0083] In this way, by triggering the switch by raising and lowering the float valve 360, the automated liquid level control reduces the reliance on manual monitoring and adjustment, and improves the reliability and operating efficiency of the system. Moreover, the automation function of the float valve 360 ​​simplifies the operation and maintenance of the water tank 320, and reduces the frequency and complexity of maintenance.

[0084] It should be noted that the control method for the liquid level in the water tank 320 in this embodiment includes, but is not limited to, setting a float valve 360, which can be set according to actual needs.

[0085] In one feasible implementation, the bottom surface of the water tank 320 may have a groove, and the float is disposed in the groove. The shape of the groove is not limited. For example, the groove can be a circular groove, a square groove, etc., and this embodiment does not limit this.

[0086] In this way, the groove design allows condensate to flow in and accumulate in the groove first, ensuring that even when the water volume in the water tank 320 is low, the condensate can be effectively collected, reducing the diffusion of water at the bottom of the water tank 320. The float can also respond to changes in liquid level in a timely manner when the water volume in the water tank 320 is low, improving the sensitivity and accuracy of the float valve 360 ​​and ensuring the reliability of liquid level control.

[0087] In this embodiment, the bottom surface of the water tank 320 can be an inclined surface, and a drain outlet can be provided at the lowest point of the bottom surface. In this way, gravity naturally guides the liquid to the drain outlet at the lowest point, ensuring that the liquid in the water tank 320 can be discharged quickly and completely, thus improving drainage efficiency.

[0088] In one feasible implementation, at least a portion of the inlet pipe 350 near the outlet may have a flow-retarding section configured to slow down the flow of condensate entering the outlet.

[0089] It should be noted that the slow flow section can be achieved in various ways. For example, a curved pipe can be installed near the outlet, or the diameter of the inlet pipe 350 near the outlet can be changed. This embodiment does not limit this.

[0090] This helps to reduce the water flow rate, thereby reducing the impact force when condensate enters the water tank 320, preventing condensate from splashing, and thus reducing the risk of moisture damage to the electrical control box 500.

[0091] In one feasible implementation, refer to Figure 5 As shown, the electrical control box 500 may include a top cover 520, a bottom cover 530, and a plurality of side covers 540 connected end to end in sequence. The outlet of the water inlet pipe 350 is located below the top cover 520 of the electrical control box 500.

[0092] A waterproof sealing structure may be provided on at least one of the top cover 520 and the side cover 540, between two adjacent side covers 540, and between the top cover 520 and the side cover 540.

[0093] For example, the waterproof sealing structure can be a gasket, such as one made of rubber, foam, silicone, or other elastic materials, which can be placed at the joint. Alternatively, the waterproof sealing structure can be a sealant, which is applied to the joint during assembly and forms a waterproof barrier after curing. This embodiment does not limit this approach.

[0094] This further prevents condensation from entering the interior of the electrical control box 500, improves the waterproof performance of the electrical control box 500, and protects the internal electrical components from moisture damage.

[0095] In one feasible implementation, refer to Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, it may also include a water receiving tray 310, which is disposed at the bottom of the evaporator assembly 210. The bottom of the water receiving tray 310 has a water outlet, and the water inlet 321 of the water inlet pipe 350 is connected to the water outlet of the water receiving tray 310.

[0096] The shape and size of the drip tray 310 can be determined based on the size of the evaporator assembly 210 and the expected flow rate of the condensate. Furthermore, the material of the drip tray 310 is not limited. For example, the drip tray 310 can be made of plastic, which is lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and easy to mold. This embodiment does not limit this aspect.

[0097] The design of the drip tray 310 makes the collection and discharge of condensate more controllable, reducing the accumulation of moisture inside the air conditioner. In addition, the inlet 321 of the inlet pipe 350 is connected to the outlet of the drip tray 310, ensuring that condensate can flow smoothly from the drip tray 310 into the water tank 320, reducing water flow resistance and the possibility of accumulation.

[0098] In one feasible implementation, refer to Figure 6 As shown, it may also include a drain pipe 340 and a drain pump 330; the inlet of the drain pipe 340 is connected to the drain pump 330, the outlet of the drain pipe 340 is connected to the housing 100, and the drain pump 330 is configured to drive the condensate in the water tank 320 to be transported to the outside of the housing 100 through the drain pipe 340.

[0099] In this way, the introduction of drain pump 330 significantly improves the condensate drainage capacity, ensuring efficient system operation; in addition, there are no restrictions on the installation location of drain pump 330. For example, drain pump 330 can be installed in water tank 320, which avoids occupying the space of water tray 310, thereby utilizing the limited internal space to achieve the integration of complex functions, optimizing the internal spatial layout of the air conditioner, and making the overall structure more compact.

[0100] This application provides a kitchen air conditioner, including a casing, an evaporator assembly, a water tank, and an electrical control box. The water tank is equipped with a water inlet pipe, and the outlet of the water inlet pipe is positioned lower than the upper surface of the electrical control box. This lower outlet position helps ensure that condensate does not splash from the water tank and contact the electrical control box, reducing the risk of moisture damage or short circuits in the electrical control box, thereby improving the safety and reliability of both the electrical control box and the kitchen air conditioner.

[0101] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0102] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., 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, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0103] The terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," etc. (if present) in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0104] Furthermore, the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or that are inherent to such process, method, product, or apparatus.

[0105] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A kitchen air conditioner characterized by, The application relates to an air conditioner, which comprises a shell (100), an evaporator assembly (210), a water tank (320) and an electric control box (500); the evaporator assembly (210), the water tank (320) and the electric control box (500) are arranged in the shell (100); The water tank (320) and the electric control box (500) are arranged below the evaporator assembly (210), the water tank (320) is arranged beside the electric control box (500), and the water tank (320) is configured to collect condensed water of the evaporator assembly (210); The water tank (320) is provided with a water inlet pipe (350), and the water inlet pipe (350) is configured to guide the condensed water of the evaporator assembly (210) into the water tank (320); The water outlet of the water inlet pipe (350) is arranged below the upper end surface of the electric control box (500).

2. The kitchen air conditioner of claim 1, wherein, The water tank (320) comprises a tank side plate (322) arranged on the side of the water tank (320) close to the electric control box (500), and the water outlet of the water inlet pipe (350) is arranged below the upper end surface of the tank side plate (322). 3.The kitchen air conditioner of claim 1, wherein The water tank (320) has a water storage cavity (324), the top of the water tank (320) is in an open structure, and the water outlet of the water inlet pipe (350) is arranged in the water storage cavity (324). 4.The kitchen air conditioner of claim 1, wherein The top of the water tank (320) is provided with a top wall, the top wall is provided with a water inlet (321), and the water outlet of the water inlet pipe (350) is connected with the water inlet (321) of the water tank. In the horizontal direction, the water inlet (321) of the water tank is arranged at a position of the top wall (323) away from the electric control box (500), and the height of the top wall (323) provided with the water inlet (321) is lower than the height of the rest of the top wall (323). 5.The kitchen air conditioner of claim 4, wherein The top wall (323) is provided with a water collecting groove, and the water collecting groove surrounds the outer periphery of the water inlet (321) and is connected with the water inlet (321). 6.The kitchen air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein, The water tank (320) further comprises a float valve (360) arranged at the water outlet of the water inlet pipe (350), the float valve (360) comprises a float, a connecting rod and a valve body, and the float and the valve body are connected through the connecting rod. When the liquid level in the water tank (320) rises to a first preset liquid level, the float rises and drives the connecting rod to rise, the connecting rod pushes the piston in the valve body towards the valve body, the water outlet of the water inlet pipe (350) is closed to stop water from flowing into the water tank (320); When the liquid level in the water tank (320) drops to a second preset liquid level, the float drops and drives the connecting rod to drop, the connecting rod pulls the piston in the valve body outwards, and the water outlet of the water inlet pipe (350) is opened to continue to flow water into the water tank (320). 7.The kitchen air conditioner of claim 6, wherein The bottom surface of the water tank (320) is provided with a groove, and the float is arranged in the groove. The bottom surface of the water tank (320) is an inclined surface, and the lowest part of the bottom surface is provided with a drain hole. 8.The kitchen air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein, At least part of the water inlet pipe (350) near the water outlet has a slow-flow section configured to slow down the condensed water entering the water outlet. 9.The kitchen air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein, The electric control box (500) comprises a top cover (520), a bottom cover (530), and a plurality of side covers (540) connected in sequence; the water outlet of the water inlet pipe (350) is located below the top cover (520) of the electric control box (500); A waterproof sealing structure is arranged between the top cover (520) and the side cover (540), between two adjacent side covers (540), or between the top cover (520) and the side cover (540). 10.The kitchen air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein, A water collecting tray (310) is further included, which is arranged at the bottom of the evaporator assembly (210); a water outlet is formed in the bottom of the water collecting tray (310); and the water inlet of the water inlet pipe (350) is in communication with the water outlet of the water collecting tray (310).

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