Seasoning pump device and cooking equipment

Abstract

The utility model discloses a seasoning pump device and cooking equipment. The seasoning pump device and the cooking equipment have the advantages of being easy to disassemble and replace. The seasoning pump device comprises a combined pump and a fixing plate, the fixing plate is suitable for being installed on cooking equipment, the combined pump comprises a shell and a plurality of pump units, a containing cavity is formed in the shell, the pump units are installed in the containing cavity, each pump unit comprises a pump body and a butt joint base, and a feeding channel and a discharging channel which are independently arranged are arranged in the butt joint base. The butt joint base is installed at the top of the pump body, a feeding pipe and a discharging pipe are arranged at the top of the pump body, the feeding pipe penetrates into the feeding channel, the discharging pipe penetrates into the discharging channel, the fixing plate is provided with discharging connectors, the number of the discharging connectors is equal to that of the pump units, and the combined pump is detachably installed on the fixing plate. The discharging connectors penetrate into the corresponding discharging channels and are arranged in the discharging channels in a sealed mode.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchen appliance accessories, and in particular to seasoning pump devices and cooking equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, the technology of automated cooking machines has developed rapidly. Some cooking machines are equipped with automatic seasoning dispensing functions, using a seasoning pump to draw seasonings from the seasoning box and deliver them to the pot through a hose. However, in actual use, it has been found that liquefied ingredients inevitably contain some sediment or flocculent matter, which can easily cause blockages in the seasoning pump during delivery. This necessitates disassembly, cleaning, and maintenance of the seasoning pump, which is cumbersome due to space constraints and complex installation, hindering quick disassembly and installation. Therefore, there is an urgent need for an easily disassembled and replaceable seasoning pump device and cooking machine to overcome these shortcomings. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a seasoning pump device that is easy to disassemble and replace.

[0004] Another objective of this invention is to provide a cooking device, including an easily detachable and replaceable seasoning pump.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the seasoning pump device provided by this utility model is applicable to cooking equipment, including a combination pump and a fixing plate. The fixing plate is suitable for installation on the cooking equipment. The combination pump includes a housing and several pump units. The housing has a receiving cavity. The pump units are installed in the receiving cavity. Each pump unit includes a pump body and a docking seat. The docking seat has independently arranged inlet channels and outlet channels. The docking seat is installed on the top of the pump body. The top of the pump body has an inlet pipe and an outlet pipe. The inlet pipe passes through the inlet channel, and the outlet pipe passes through the outlet channel. The fixing plate is equipped with an outlet connector configured in the same number as the pump units. The combination pump is detachably installed on the fixing plate. The outlet connector passes through the corresponding outlet channel and is sealed in the outlet channel.

[0006] Preferably, the seasoning pump device of this utility model includes multiple pump units, which are arranged side by side along the left and right direction of the outer casing.

[0007] Preferably, the feed channel has a bent structure and a feed connector is also installed in the feed channel.

[0008] Preferably, the feeding channel includes a first structural section extending horizontally and a second structural section extending vertically, with the feeding connector installed in the first structural section and the feeding pipe inserted into the second structural section.

[0009] Preferably, the discharge channel has a bent structure and is also equipped with a first sealing ring. The discharge joint is installed in the discharge channel in a sealed manner by pressing the first sealing ring.

[0010] Preferably, the discharge channel includes a third structural section extending horizontally and a fourth structural section extending vertically, with the discharge connector inserted into the third structural section and the discharge pipe inserted into the fourth structural section.

[0011] Preferably, the end of the third structural section forms an installation groove, the first sealing ring is disposed in the installation groove, the discharge connector is inserted into the installation groove, the first sealing ring is disposed between the discharge connector and the mating seat, and the discharge connector presses the first sealing ring.

[0012] Preferably, the pump unit also includes a connecting frame and multiple connectors. The connecting frame is fitted onto the pump body, and the connectors pass through the connecting frame and are locked onto the docking seat. The feed pipe is fitted with a second sealing ring, which is located between the feed pipe and the inner wall of the second structural section. The discharge pipe is fitted with a third sealing ring, which is located between the discharge pipe and the inner wall of the fourth structural section.

[0013] Preferably, the housing includes a shell and a cover plate. The shell includes a panel and a side plate surrounding the outer periphery of the panel. The panel and the side plate together define an accommodating cavity with an opening. The cover plate is mounted on the side plate and closes the opening. A feed connector extends out of the panel. The cover plate has a structural through hole that communicates with the mounting groove.

[0014] To achieve the second objective mentioned above, this utility model also provides a cooking device, which includes the aforementioned seasoning pump device. The seasoning pump device includes a combination pump and a fixing plate. The fixing plate is installed on the cooking device, and the combination pump is installed on the fixing plate and the cooking device by a locking member.

[0015] Compared with existing technologies, this utility model uses a fixed plate mounted on the cooking equipment. The fixed plate has a discharge connector. After the combined pump is installed on the fixed plate, the discharge connector is inserted into the corresponding discharge channel, and the discharge connector is sealed within the discharge channel. When the pump is working, liquid seasoning is drawn in through the inlet channel and expelled through the outlet channel. The expelled seasoning then flows through the discharge connector and out through a pipe, thus achieving the pumping of seasoning. Because the combined pump is detachably mounted on the fixed plate, the discharge connector is removed from the discharge channel after the combined pump is unloaded, eliminating the need for pipe pulling and enabling quick disassembly of the combined pump. This achieves the goal of rapid installation and disassembly of the seasoning pump device. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional view of the cooking machine of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a front view of the cooking machine of this utility model after the hidden part of the frame is shown.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the seasoning pump device of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 The illustrated three-dimensional view shows the seasoning pump assembly further separated from the locking element and at another angle.

[0020] Figure 5 This is an exploded perspective view of the seasoning pump device of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 6 This is a front view of the seasoning pump device of this utility model after the combined pump is installed on the fixed plate.

[0022] Figure 7 This utility model relates to a seasoning pump device. Figure 6 The sectional view obtained after cutting along line segment AA.

[0023] Figure 8 This is an exploded perspective view of the pump unit of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To explain the technical content and structural features of this utility model in detail, the following description is provided in conjunction with the embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0025] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, this utility model provides a seasoning pump device 100, which is applied to cooking equipment, including but not limited to stir-fry machines, milk tea machines, ice cream machines, coffee machines, etc. This utility model uses a stir-fry machine as an example for illustration. However, it should be noted that this does not mean that the seasoning pump device 100 is only applicable to stir-fry machines. The seasoning pump device 100 is used to pump liquid seasonings into the pot, including but not limited to edible oils, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, vinegar, salt water, sugar water, and starch water. When the seasoning pump device 100 is applied to a milk tea machine, it can pump out syrups, creamer, milk, etc. The same applies to other equipment, and will not be described in detail here.

[0026] like Figures 3 to 8As shown, the seasoning pump device 100 provided by this utility model includes a combined pump 10 and a fixing plate 20. The fixing plate 20 is suitable for installation in cooking equipment, specifically, it is installed in the cooking equipment by welding, screw locking, snap-fit, or other methods. The combined pump 10 includes a housing 11 and a plurality of pump units 12. The housing 11 has a receiving cavity 111, and the pump units 12 are installed in the receiving cavity 111. The pump unit 12 includes a pump body 121 and a docking seat 122. The docking seat 122 is provided with an independently arranged feeding channel 1221 and a discharging channel 1222. The docking seat 122 is installed on the top of the pump body 121. The top of the pump body 121 is provided with a feeding pipe 1211 and a discharging pipe 1212. The feeding pipe 1211 passes through the feeding channel 1221, and the discharging pipe 1212 passes through the discharging channel 1222. The fixing plate 20 is equipped with a discharge connector 21 arranged in the same number as the pump units 12. The combined pump 10 is detachably mounted on the fixed plate 20, and the discharge connector 21 is inserted into the corresponding discharge channel 1222 and is sealed in the discharge channel 1222.

[0027] This invention utilizes a fixing plate 20, which is installed on the cooking equipment. A discharge connector 21 is mounted on the fixing plate 20. After the combined pump 10 is installed on the fixing plate 20, the discharge connector 21 is inserted into the corresponding discharge channel 1222, and the discharge connector 21 is sealed within the discharge channel 1222. When the pump body 121 is working, it draws in liquid seasonings through the inlet channel 1221 and pumps them out through the discharge channel 1222. The pumped seasonings then flow through the discharge connector 21 and out through a pipe, thus achieving the pumping out of the seasonings. Since the combined pump 10 is detachably mounted on the fixing plate 20, after removing the combined pump 10, the discharge connector 21 correspondingly leaves the discharge channel 1222, eliminating the need for pipe pulling and other operations, achieving quick disassembly of the combined pump 10, thereby achieving the goal of quick installation and disassembly of the seasoning pump device 100.

[0028] In the embodiments provided by this utility model, a total of 3 pump units 12 are provided, but more or fewer pump units 12 can be provided according to actual needs. Preferably, the combined pump 10 is installed on the fixed plate 20 and the cooking equipment by locking member 30. In the embodiments provided by this utility model, the locking member 30 is a long screw. The long screw passes through the combined pump 10 and the fixed plate 20 and locks on the cooking equipment, thereby realizing the installation of the combined pump 10 on the fixed plate 20. The pump body 121 can use an existing structure. The feed pipe 1211 and the discharge pipe 1212 are part of the pump body 121. The feed pipe 1211 is used to draw in liquid seasoning, and the discharge pipe 1212 is used to pump out the liquid seasoning. Preferably, the discharge connector 21 is inserted into one end of the discharge channel 1222 and forms a hexagonal structure. The discharge connector 21 at one end of the discharge channel 1222 is a cylindrical tube structure, but it is not limited to this. The docking seat 122 is made of plastic, but it is not limited to this.

[0029] like Figures 3 to 8 As shown, the seasoning pump device 100 of this utility model includes a plurality of pump units 12, which are arranged side by side along the left-right direction of the outer casing 11. Preferably, in the embodiment provided by this utility model, the seasoning pump device 100 includes a total of 3 pump units 12, but is not limited to this number. The 3 pump units 12 are arranged side by side along the left-right direction, which is beneficial to optimizing the structural space.

[0030] like Figures 3 to 8 As shown, the feed channel 1221 has a bent structure and is also equipped with a feed connector 13. The feed connector 13 facilitates connection with the feed pipe. The bent structure of the feed channel 1221 is designed to facilitate the connection and assembly of both the feed pipe 1211 and the feed connector 13. Specifically, the feed channel 1221 includes a first structural section 1223 extending horizontally and a second structural section 1224 extending vertically. The feed connector 13 is installed in the first structural section 1223, and the feed pipe 1211 passes through the second structural section 1224. At this time, the first structural section 1223 and the second structural section 1224 are approximately orthogonally connected.

[0031] like Figures 3 to 8 As shown, the discharge channel 1222 has a bent structure and is also equipped with a first sealing ring 14. The discharge connector 21 is sealed in the discharge channel 1222 by pressing the first sealing ring 14. Preferably, the first sealing ring 14 is an O-ring. The discharge channel 1222 is designed as a bent structure to facilitate docking and assembly with the discharge pipe 1212 and the discharge connector 21. Further, the discharge channel 1222 includes a horizontally extending third structural section 1225 and a vertically extending fourth structural section 1226. The discharge connector 21 is inserted into the third structural section 1225, and the discharge pipe 1212 passes through the fourth structural section 1226. To facilitate the insertion of the discharge connector 21 and improve the sealing effect, an installation groove 1227 is formed at the end of the third structural section 1225. The first sealing ring 14 is located in the installation groove 1227. The discharge connector 21 is inserted into the installation groove 1227. The first sealing ring 14 is located between the discharge connector 21 and the mating seat 122. The discharge connector 21 presses the first sealing ring 14.

[0032] like Figures 3 to 8As shown, the pump unit 12 also includes a connecting frame 123 and multiple connecting parts 124. The connecting frame 123 is fitted onto the pump body 121, and the connecting parts 124 pass through the connecting frame 123 and are locked to the docking seat 122. The connecting frame 123 and the connecting parts 124 are used to fix the pump body 121 and the docking seat 122. Preferably, the connecting frame 123 is a steel sheet, and the connecting parts 124 are screws, but not limited to these. The feed pipe 1211 is fitted with a second sealing ring 15, which is located between the feed pipe 1211 and the inner wall of the second structural section 1224, sealing the gap. The discharge pipe 1212 is fitted with a third sealing ring 16, which is located between the discharge pipe 1212 and the inner wall of the fourth structural section 1226, sealing the gap. Preferably, the second sealing ring 15 and the third sealing ring 16 are O-rings.

[0033] like Figures 3 to 8 As shown, the outer casing 11 includes a housing 112 and a cover plate 113. The housing 112 includes a front panel 1121 and a side panel 1122 surrounding the outer periphery of the front panel 1121. The front panel 1121 and the side panel 1122 together define an opening receiving cavity 111. The cover plate 113 is mounted on the side panel 1122 and closes the opening. The feed connector 13 extends through the front panel 1121, and the cover plate 113 has a structural through hole 1131 that communicates directly with the mounting groove 1227. Preferably, the housing 112 and the cover plate 113 are made of stainless steel. In the embodiment provided by this utility model, the combined pump 10 is mounted on the fixing plate 20 and the cooking device by a locking member 30. Preferably, the locking member 30 is a screw that passes through the front panel 1121, the cover plate 113, and the fixing plate 20 in sequence and is locked to the cooking device.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, the seasoning pump device 100 of this utility model is applied to a cooking machine 1000. The cooking machine 1000 also includes a frame 200, a pot 300, and a nozzle 400, etc., which are not listed here. The pot 300 and the nozzle 400 are respectively mounted on the frame 200. The pot 300 is located on the top of the frame 200, and the nozzle 400 is also located on the top of the frame 200, and the nozzle 400 is aligned with the pot 300. Specifically, each discharge connector 21 is connected to the nozzle 400, and the seasoning pumped from the discharge connector 21 is sprayed from the nozzle 400 onto the pot 300. Preferably, the inlet connector 13 is connected to a seasoning box containing liquid seasoning through a transparent plastic tube, and the outlet connector 21 is connected to the nozzle 400 through a transparent plastic tube.

[0035] like Figures 1 to 8As shown, a water storage container 500 is also installed on the top of the rack 200 for easy access by the chef. The water storage container 500 is located on one side of the spray head 400. A faucet 600 is also installed on the top of the rack 200 for supplying water to the water storage container 500. A display screen 700 is also installed on the top of the rack 200, which can display various information.

[0036] The above-disclosed examples are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present utility model. Therefore, any equivalent variations made in accordance with the claims of the present utility model shall fall within the scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A seasoning pump device, suitable for cooking equipment, characterized in that, The device includes a combination pump and a mounting plate. The mounting plate is adapted to be installed on the cooking equipment. The combination pump includes a housing and several pump units. The housing has a receiving cavity. The pump units are installed in the receiving cavity. Each pump unit includes a pump body and a docking seat. The docking seat has independently arranged inlet and outlet channels. The docking seat is installed on the top of the pump body. The top of the pump body has an inlet pipe and an outlet pipe. The inlet pipe passes through the inlet channel, and the outlet pipe passes through the outlet channel. The mounting plate is equipped with an equal number of outlet connectors as the pump units. The combination pump is detachably installed on the mounting plate. The outlet connectors pass through the corresponding outlet channels and are sealed in the outlet channels.

2. The seasoning pump device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It includes multiple pump units, which are arranged side by side along the left-right direction of the housing.

3. The seasoning pump device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding channel has a bent structure, and a feeding connector is also installed in the feeding channel.

4. The seasoning pump device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The feeding channel includes a first structural section extending horizontally and a second structural section extending vertically. The feeding connector is installed in the first structural section, and the feeding pipe passes through the second structural section.

5. The seasoning pump device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The discharge channel has a bent structure and is also equipped with a first sealing ring. The discharge connector is installed in the discharge channel in a sealed manner by pressing the first sealing ring.

6. The seasoning pump device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The discharge channel includes a third structural section extending horizontally and a fourth structural section extending vertically. The discharge connector is inserted into the third structural section, and the discharge pipe passes through the fourth structural section.

7. The seasoning pump device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The end of the third structural segment forms an installation groove, the first sealing ring is disposed in the installation groove, the discharge connector is inserted into the installation groove, the first sealing ring is disposed between the discharge connector and the mating seat, and the discharge connector presses against the first sealing ring.

8. The seasoning pump device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The pump unit also includes a connecting frame and multiple connecting parts. The connecting frame is fitted onto the pump body, and the connecting parts pass through the connecting frame and are locked onto the docking seat. The feed pipe is fitted with a second sealing ring, which is located between the feed pipe and the inner wall of the second structural section. The discharge pipe is fitted with a third sealing ring, which is located between the discharge pipe and the inner wall of the fourth structural section.

9. The seasoning pump device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The housing includes a shell and a cover plate. The shell includes a front panel and a side panel surrounding the outer periphery of the front panel. The front panel and the side panel together define an accommodating cavity with an opening. The cover plate is mounted on the side panel and closes the opening. The feed connector extends through the front panel. The cover plate has a structural through hole that communicates with the mounting groove.

10. A cooking device, characterized in that, The device includes a seasoning pump as described in any one of claims 1-9, the seasoning pump comprising a combination pump and a fixing plate, the fixing plate being mounted on the cooking equipment, and the combination pump being mounted on the fixing plate and the cooking equipment by means of a locking member.

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