Auxiliary drainage device of ice maker

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of ice makers, and particularly discloses an auxiliary drainage device of an ice maker, which comprises a water collecting container, an opening in the upper end of the water collecting container is detachably, hermetically and fixedly connected with a sealing plate; a sealing cover is detachably and fixedly connected to the sealing plate; a controller is arranged in the sealing cover; the side face of the water collecting container is fixedly connected with the ventilation pipe in a communicated mode, so that the atmospheric pressure in the water collecting container is not changed through inflow and outflow of waste water, and the direct-current pump can operate normally; a liquid level switch is fixedly connected to the sealing plate; the liquid level switch is electrically connected with the controller, the liquid level switch is used for detecting the height of waste water in the water collecting container, after a certain amount of waste water is accumulated, the liquid level switch generates a signal for starting the direct-current pump, and the waste water is completely discharged by the direct-current pump, so that the waste water can be completely discharged after the direct-current pump works to discharge the waste water every time; and the discharged water is intensively poured into a sewer to complete the complete discharge action, so that an external pipeline is not required to be inserted into the sewer, and the ice maker can be placed at any position for use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ice maker technology, specifically an auxiliary drainage device for ice makers. Background Technology

[0002] An ice maker is a device specifically designed to produce ice cubes, widely used in homes, commercial establishments such as bars, restaurants, and cafes, as well as in industrial settings. Depending on the application and specific needs, ice makers come in various types and specifications.

[0003] Chinese invention patent CN115388588A, published on November 25, 2022, discloses an ice maker, which includes a housing, a water receiving box, a first sensor, an ice-making system, a drain valve, and a controller. The housing has an assembly position for detachably connecting the water receiving box. The water receiving box is detachably connected to the assembly position. The first sensor senses whether the water receiving box is connected to the assembly position. The controller is electrically connected to the first sensor, the ice-making system, and the drain valve. The controller is configured to: determine whether the water receiving box is connected to the assembly position based on the detection result of the first sensor; if not, allow the ice-making system to perform ice-making operation and close the drain valve to prevent wastewater discharge through the drain valve. This ice maker can perform ice-making operation normally even when the water receiving box is removed, while also preventing wastewater overflow, providing a better user experience.

[0004] However, the aforementioned publicly available solutions have the following shortcomings: First, the machine must be placed near a sewer to ensure proper drainage during operation, which significantly restricts its installation location. Second, while the removable water collection box inside the casing allows for flexible installation, it requires regular manual cleaning and drainage. Furthermore, it lacks an automatic cleaning function, leading to water quality deterioration and unpleasant odors over time, raising concerns about the hygiene of the ice and posing a health risk if accidentally ingested. Additionally, if drainage is not timely, water may overflow into the casing, potentially causing a short circuit. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the problem that ice makers must be placed near sewers for proper drainage, which severely restricts their installation location. Secondly, while a removable water collection box inside the machine allows for more flexible installation, it requires regular manual cleaning and drainage and lacks an automatic cleaning function. Over time, the water quality deteriorates, producing an unpleasant odor, raising concerns about the hygiene of the ice and posing a health risk if accidentally ingested. Furthermore, if drainage is not timely, water may overflow into the machine, potentially causing a short circuit. This invention provides an auxiliary drainage device for ice makers.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution;

[0007] The present invention relates to an auxiliary drainage device for an ice maker, comprising a water collection container; a sealing plate is detachably and sealingly fixed to the upper opening of the water collection container; a sealing cover is detachably and fixedly fixed to the sealing plate; a controller is provided inside the sealing cover; a DC pump is electrically connected to the controller; the DC pump is fixedly fixed inside the water collection container; an intermediate pipe is connected and fixedly fixed to the DC pump; an upper drain pipe is connected and inserted into the intermediate pipe; a ventilation pipe is connected and fixedly fixed to the side of the water collection container; a liquid level switch is fixedly fixed to the sealing plate; and the liquid level switch is electrically connected to the controller.

[0008] Furthermore, a drain pipe is connected to the side of the water collection container.

[0009] Furthermore, a positioning base plate is fitted onto the lower end of the water collection container.

[0010] The auxiliary drainage device for an ice maker provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0011] 1. This utility model features a ventilation pipe fixedly connected to the side of the water collection container, ensuring that the inflow and outflow of wastewater does not alter the atmospheric pressure inside the container, allowing the DC pump to operate normally. A level switch is fixedly connected to the sealed plate. The level switch is electrically connected to the controller, detecting the level of wastewater in the collection container. Once a certain amount of wastewater has accumulated, the level switch generates a signal to start the DC pump. The DC pump will then discharge all the wastewater. Therefore, after each discharge, the wastewater can be collected and poured into the sewer to complete the discharge process. This eliminates the need for external pipes to be inserted into the sewer, allowing the ice maker to be placed and used in any location.

[0012] 2. This utility model has a drain pipe connected to the side of the water collection container, which allows wastewater to enter the water collection container for storage. The lower end of the water collection container is fitted with a positioning base plate, which can limit the vibration displacement of the water collection container, making it less likely to cause displacement and resonance during use. Attached Figure Description

[0013] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings;

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the first isometric structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the second isometric structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the third isometric structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the fourth isometric structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the fifth isometric structure of this utility model.

[0019] The following are the labels in the diagram: 1. Water collection container; 2. Enclosed plate; 3. Sealing cover; 4. Controller; 5. Upper drain pipe; 6. Lower drain pipe; 7. Ventilation pipe; 8. Liquid level switch; 9. DC pump; 10. Positioning base plate; 11. Positioning plate; 12. Positioning groove; 13. Intermediate pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0020] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0021] 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 a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0022] It should be noted that all directional indications (such as up-down-left-right-forward-backward...) in the embodiments of this utility model are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly. The connection can be a direct connection or an indirect connection.

[0023] Please see Figure 1-5As shown, an auxiliary drainage device for an ice maker includes a water collection container 1 for storing wastewater; a sealing plate 2 is detachably and sealed to the upper opening of the water collection container 1, allowing the sealing plate 2 to be removed for cleaning the inner surface of the water collection container 1; a sealing cover 3 is detachably and fixed to the sealing plate 2; a controller 4 is installed inside the sealing cover 3, ensuring that the controller 4 remains dry and can be stably powered; a DC pump 9 is electrically connected to the controller 4; the DC pump 9 is fixed inside the water collection container 1; an intermediate pipe 13 is connected to the DC pump 9; an upper drain pipe 5 is connected to the intermediate pipe 13, allowing wastewater in the water collection container 1 to be pumped out along the intermediate pipe 13 and the upper drain pipe 5. A ventilation pipe 7 is fixedly connected to the side of the water collection container 1, so that the inflow and outflow of wastewater does not change the atmospheric pressure inside the water collection container 1, allowing the DC pump 9 to operate normally. A liquid level switch 8 is fixedly connected to the sealing plate 2. The liquid level switch 8 is electrically connected to the controller 4. The liquid level switch 8 detects the height of the wastewater in the water collection container 1. After a certain amount of wastewater has accumulated, the liquid level switch 8 generates a signal to start the DC pump 9. The DC pump 9 will work to discharge all the wastewater. Therefore, after each time the DC pump 9 works to discharge wastewater, the discharged water can be poured into the sewer to complete the complete discharge action. This eliminates the need for an external pipe to be inserted into the sewer, allowing the ice maker to be placed and used in any location.

[0024] A drain pipe 6 is connected to the side of the water collection container 1, allowing wastewater to enter the water collection container 1 for storage.

[0025] The lower end of the water collection container 1 is fitted with a positioning base plate 10, which can limit the vibration displacement of the water collection container 1, making it less likely to cause displacement and resonance during use.

[0026] The outer surface of the water collection container 1 is symmetrically fixed with a positioning plate 11, which can be used with fasteners for fixation.

[0027] The card slot plate 11 has multiple card slots 12, which can be used with fasteners for fixing.

[0028] The drain pipe 6 is made of corrugated pipe, which allows it to change its shape to fit the space inside different ice makers.

[0029] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "example," "specific example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0030] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model.

Claims

1. An ice maker auxiliary drain apparatus, characterized by; The utility model relates to a water collecting container, which comprises a water collecting container (1), a sealing cover (3) detachably connected to the upper end of the water collecting container (1), a controller (4) arranged in the sealing cover (3), a direct current pump (9) electrically connected to the controller (4), the direct current pump (9) being fixed in the water collecting container (1), an intermediate pipe (13) connected to the direct current pump (9), an upper drain pipe (5) connected to the intermediate pipe (13), a gas exchange pipe (7) connected to the side of the water collecting container (1), a liquid level switch (8) fixed to the sealing cover (2), and the liquid level switch (8) being electrically connected to the controller (4).

2. The ice maker assisted drain apparatus of claim 1, wherein: The side of the water collecting container (1) is connected to a lower drain pipe (6).

3. The ice maker assisted drain apparatus of claim 1, wherein: The lower end of the water collecting container (1) is sleeved with a positioning bottom plate (10).

4. The ice maker assisted drain apparatus of claim 1, wherein: The outer surface of the water collecting container (1) is symmetrically connected to a clamping plate (11).

5. The ice maker assisted drain apparatus of claim 4, wherein: A plurality of clamping grooves (12) are formed in the clamping plate (11).

6. The ice maker assisted drain apparatus of claim 2, wherein: The lower drain pipe (6) is made of a corrugated pipe.

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