Air conditioner indoor unit and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioner indoor units, in particular to an air conditioner indoor unit and an air conditioner, and aims to solve the problem that in the transportation process of an existing air conditioner indoor unit, an air deflector rotates and opens, and consequently safety risks are increased. In order to achieve the purpose, the air conditioner indoor unit comprises an indoor unit shell, an air outlet is formed in the indoor unit shell, a rotatable air guide plate is arranged on the air outlet, an air opening support is further arranged on the air outlet, the air guide plate is rotatably connected with the air opening support, and a cushion block is arranged on the air opening support. The cushion blocks are used for preventing the lower ends of the air guide plates from rotating inwards during transportation. In the actual transportation process, the cushion block arranged on the air port support can stably support the air guide plate so as to restrain the trend that the lower end of the air guide plate rotates towards the interior of the indoor unit, the air guide plate is effectively prevented from unnecessary rotation caused by unstable factors in the transportation process, and the safety of the air conditioner outdoor unit in the transportation process is ensured.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioner technology, specifically providing an indoor air conditioner unit and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] In today's society, air conditioners have become an indispensable household appliance, and their popularity is increasing day by day. At the same time, consumers are also placing higher and higher demands on the comfort of air conditioners.

[0003] However, a significant problem has arisen during the transportation of air conditioners. Due to the continuous force of gravity on the upper part of the air guide vane during transport, its lower part inevitably rotates inward at a certain angle. This rotation creates a relatively open channel between the interior of the indoor unit and the outside environment, making it easy for various foreign objects to enter the unit during transit. These objects may include dust, debris, and small particles. Their entry not only contaminates and wears down the delicate components inside the air conditioner, affecting its normal operation and reducing its lifespan, but more seriously, in extreme cases, they can also cause short circuits, malfunctions, or even fires, posing a potential threat to the lives and property of users.

[0004] Accordingly, there is a need in the field for a new type of air conditioning indoor unit to address the increased safety risks caused by the rotation and opening of the air guide vanes during transportation of existing air conditioning indoor units. Utility Model Content

[0005] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned technical problems, namely, to solve the problem that the safety risks increase due to the rotation and opening of the air guide plate during the transportation of existing air conditioner indoor units.

[0006] In a first aspect, the present invention provides an indoor unit for an air conditioner, the indoor unit including an indoor unit housing, an air outlet provided on the indoor unit housing, a rotatable air guide plate provided on the air outlet, an air outlet support provided on the air outlet, the air guide plate and the air outlet support being rotatably connected, and a pad provided on the air outlet support for preventing the lower end of the air guide plate from rotating inward during transportation.

[0007] When the above technical solution is adopted, in the actual transportation process, due to road bumps and various unavoidable vibrations, pads are set on the air outlet support. The pads can stably support the air guide plate to suppress the tendency of the lower end of the air guide plate to rotate inward towards the indoor unit, effectively preventing the air guide plate from rotating unnecessarily due to unstable factors during transportation, and ensuring the safety of the air conditioner outdoor unit during transportation.

[0008] In the above-mentioned optional technical solutions for the indoor unit of the air conditioner, the pad is provided with a groove, and the air outlet support is embedded in the groove to fix the pad.

[0009] When the above technical solution is adopted, it is convenient to fix the pad.

[0010] In the above-mentioned optional technical solution for the indoor unit of the air conditioner, a receiving groove is formed on the air outlet support, and a groove corresponding to the wall of the receiving groove is provided on the pad. The pad is placed in the receiving groove, and the wall of the receiving groove is embedded in the groove.

[0011] When the above technical solution is adopted, the pad is securely installed on the air vent support.

[0012] In the above-mentioned optional technical solution for the indoor unit of the air conditioner, the pad includes a fixed pad and a movable pad. The fixed pad is disposed on the air outlet support and is provided with a stud. The movable pad and the stud are threadedly connected so that the movable pad can move toward the air guide plate or away from the air guide plate.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the precise fit between the pad and the air guide plate of different models of air conditioners is improved. An adjustable pad structure is specially designed so that the distance between the pad and the air guide plate can be adjusted by the stud.

[0014] In the above-mentioned optional technical solutions for the indoor unit of the air conditioner, the pad includes a fixed pad, an elastic element, and a movable pad. The fixed pad is disposed on the air outlet support, and the movable pad and the fixed pad are connected by the elastic element.

[0015] When the above technical solution is adopted, the elastic element can be compressed according to the pressure it receives, thereby effectively buffering the impact force borne by the air guide plate and preventing the lower air guide plate from deforming or being damaged due to excessive external force.

[0016] In the above-mentioned optional technical solution for the indoor unit of the air conditioner, a first magnetic element is provided on the air guide plate, and a second magnetic element adapted to the first magnetic element is provided on the pad. The first magnetic element and the second magnetic element attract each other so that the air guide plate is connected to the pad.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, a tight connection is formed between the air guide plate and the pad, avoiding unnecessary collisions caused by vehicle shaking during transportation, thereby avoiding problems such as component damage and performance degradation.

[0018] In the above-mentioned optional technical solutions for the indoor unit of the air conditioner, the pad and the air guide plate are respectively provided with corresponding matching slots and buckles so that the air guide plate is connected to the pad.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, a tight connection is formed between the air guide plate and the pad, avoiding unnecessary collisions caused by vehicle shaking during transportation, thereby avoiding problems such as component damage and performance degradation.

[0020] In the above-mentioned optional technical solutions for the indoor unit of the air conditioner, an anti-slip structure is provided on the inner wall of the groove.

[0021] When the above technical solution is adopted, the anti-slip structure can prevent the pad from falling off due to external force during transportation by increasing friction, thereby always maintaining the limiting effect on the air guide plate.

[0022] In the above-mentioned optional technical solutions for the indoor unit of the air conditioner, the air guide plate includes an upper air guide plate and a lower air guide plate. The upper air guide plate and the lower air guide plate are rotatably connected to the air outlet support, and the pad is used to prevent the lower end of the lower air guide plate from rotating inward.

[0023] By employing the above technical solution, the lower air guide plate in the dual air guide plate structure is prevented from rotating inward. Through the cooperation of these two air guide plates, precise adjustment of various air directions can be achieved. Whether it is the desire for a gentle upward flow of cool air in summer to avoid the discomfort caused by direct airflow onto the body, or the expectation of a gentle downward flow of warm air in winter to quickly warm the feet, both can be easily achieved, greatly enhancing the user experience.

[0024] In a second aspect, the present invention also provides an air conditioner, which includes an indoor unit of any of the above-described technical solutions.

[0025] Those skilled in the art will understand that the indoor unit of the air conditioner of this utility model includes an indoor unit shell, an air outlet is provided on the indoor unit shell, a rotatable air guide plate is provided on the air outlet, and an air outlet support is also provided on the air outlet. The air guide plate and the air outlet support are rotatably connected, and a pad is provided on the air outlet support. The pad is used to prevent the lower end of the air guide plate from rotating inward during transportation.

[0026] When the above technical solution is adopted, in the actual transportation process, due to road bumps and various unavoidable vibrations, pads are set on the air outlet support. The pads can stably support the air guide plate to suppress the tendency of the lower end of the air guide plate to rotate inward towards the indoor unit, effectively preventing the air guide plate from rotating unnecessarily due to unstable factors during transportation, and ensuring the safety of the air conditioner outdoor unit during transportation. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The preferred embodiments of this utility model are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0028] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the indoor unit casing of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the air outlet of the indoor unit casing of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the air outlet of the indoor unit casing of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 Sectional view at point AA;

[0032] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the first embodiment of the pad block of this utility model;

[0033] Figure 6 This is a side view of the second embodiment of the pad of this utility model;

[0034] Figure 7 This is a side view of the third embodiment of the pad of this utility model.

[0035] List of reference numerals in the attached diagram:

[0036] 1. Outdoor unit casing; 11. Air outlet; 12. Air outlet support; 121. Receiving slot;

[0037] 2. Air guide plate; 21. Upper air guide plate; 22. Lower air guide plate;

[0038] 3. Pad; 31. Groove; 32. Fixed pad; 33. Movable pad; 34. Stud; 35. Elastic element. Detailed Implementation

[0039] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make adjustments as needed to adapt to specific application scenarios.

[0040] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," and "outer," indicating directional or positional relationships, are based on the directional or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These are merely for ease of description and do not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0041] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation" and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0042] To address the increased safety risks caused by the rotation and opening of the air guide plate during transportation of existing air conditioner indoor units, this utility model proposes an air conditioner indoor unit.

[0043] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The air conditioner indoor unit includes an indoor unit casing, on which an air outlet 11 is provided. The air outlet 11 is used to deliver cool or hot air into the room. A rotatable air guide plate 2 is provided on the air outlet 11. An air outlet support 12 is also provided on the air outlet 11. The air guide plate 2 and the air outlet support 12 are rotatably connected, allowing the air guide plate 2 to rotate to achieve different air outlet directions. The air outlet support 12 provides stable support for the air guide plate 2 when it rotates. (Refer to...) Figure 3 and Figure 4 A pad 3 is provided on the air outlet support 12. The pad 3 is used to prevent the lower end of the air guide plate 2 from rotating inward during transportation.

[0044] The advantages of the above-mentioned setup are as follows: During actual transportation, due to road bumps and various unavoidable vibrations, the pad 3 on the air outlet support 12 can stably support the air guide plate 2, thus suppressing the tendency of the lower end of the air guide plate 2 to rotate towards the interior of the indoor unit. This effectively prevents the air guide plate 2 from rotating unnecessarily due to unstable factors during transportation, ensuring the safety of the outdoor unit during transportation. The pad 3 is removed when the indoor unit is started.

[0045] In one possible implementation, the present invention provides an air conditioner including an indoor unit. The indoor unit includes an indoor unit casing. (See reference...) Figure 1 and Figure 2The indoor unit has an air outlet 11 on its outer casing, and a rotatable upper air guide plate 21 and a lower air guide plate 22 on the air outlet 11. The lower ends of both the upper air guide plate 21 and the lower air guide plate 22 can rotate towards or away from the indoor unit, and can be rotated to different angles to achieve different airflow directions. Through the cooperation of these two air guide plates, precise adjustment of various airflow directions can be achieved. Whether it's wanting a gentle upward flow of cool air in summer to avoid the discomfort of direct airflow, or wanting a gentle downward flow of warm air in winter to quickly warm the feet, this can be easily achieved, greatly enhancing the user experience.

[0046] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The air outlet 11 is also equipped with multiple air outlet supports 12, and the lower air guide plate 22 and the upper air guide plate 21 are rotatably connected to the air outlet supports 12 respectively. The air outlet supports 12 provide support points for the upper air guide plate 21 and the lower air guide plate 22.

[0047] Reference Figure 2 Each air vent support 12 has a receiving groove 121, which is U-shaped and has three walls. (See reference...) Figure 5 The pad 3 has grooves 31 on its three corresponding surfaces that are adapted to the three walls of the receiving groove 121, as shown in the figure. Figure 3 By placing the pad 3 into the receiving groove 121, the three walls are embedded in the groove 31, thereby ensuring that the pad 3 is stably placed on the air outlet support 12. Of course, it should be noted that the number of walls forming the receiving groove 121 is not limited to three. That is to say, those skilled in the art can also set the structure of the receiving groove 121 according to actual needs. All receiving groove shapes derived from this design principle fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0048] Furthermore, an anti-slip structure is provided on the inner wall of the groove 31. This anti-slip structure increases friction to prevent the pad 3 from falling off during transportation due to external forces, thus maintaining its limiting effect on the lower air guide plate 22. This anti-slip structure can be implemented in various ways. For example, the anti-slip structure can be a uniform coating of rubber particles with a relatively large roughness applied to the inner wall of the groove 31. The rubber particles can increase the coefficient of friction of the contact surface. Alternatively, the anti-slip structure can also use a textured silicone layer, etc. Those skilled in the art can set the specific form of the anti-slip structure according to actual needs, and all such designs fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0049] Furthermore, a first magnetic element is provided on the lower air guide plate 22, and a second magnetic element compatible with the first magnetic element is provided on the pad 3. When the pad 3 is installed on the air outlet support 12, the first and second magnetic elements attract each other under magnetic force. This creates a tight connection between the lower air guide plate 22 and the pad 3, preventing unnecessary collisions caused by vehicle movement during transportation, and thus avoiding component damage and performance degradation.

[0050] Furthermore, in order to improve the precise fit between the pad 3 and the lower air guide plate 22 of different models of air conditioners, an adjustable pad structure is specially designed. The pad 3 is set to be able to adjust the distance between it and the lower air guide plate 22.

[0051] Specifically, refer to Figure 6 The pad 3 includes a fixed pad 32 and a movable pad 33. The fixed pad 32 is provided with a groove 31. The fixed pad 32 is placed in the receiving groove 121, and each wall of the receiving groove 121 is embedded in the groove 31 to play a fixing role.

[0052] A stud 34 is provided on the fixed pad 32, and the movable pad 33 is threadedly connected to the stud 34. This allows the movable pad 33 to move axially along the stud 34 towards the lower air guide plate 22, or in the opposite direction away from the lower air guide plate 22. In this way, technicians can precisely adjust the distance between the pad 3 and the lower air guide plate 22 according to actual conditions, ensuring that the pad 3 is always in the optimal working position and effectively preventing unnecessary rotation of the lower air guide plate 22 during transportation.

[0053] In another implementation, refer to Figure 7 The pad 3 also includes a fixed pad 32, an elastic element 35, and a movable pad 33. The fixed pad 32 has a groove 31, and the fixed pad 324 is placed in the receiving groove 121, with each wall of the receiving groove 121 embedded in the groove 31. The movable pad 33 and the fixed pad 32 are connected by the elastic element 35. When the lower air guide plate 22 is subjected to greater pressure, the elastic element 35 can compress according to the magnitude of the pressure, thereby effectively buffering the impact force borne by the lower air guide plate 22 and preventing the lower air guide plate 22 from deforming or being damaged due to excessive external force. Furthermore, after the pressure is released, the elastic element 35 can use its own elastic rebound to drive the movable pad 33 back to its initial position, ensuring that the pad 3 can always effectively support and limit the lower air guide plate 22, maintaining the normal working state of the lower air guide plate 22 and the stability of the overall structure of the air conditioner. Optionally, the elastic element can be a spring or an elastic washer, etc. Those skilled in the art can set the elastic element according to actual needs, and all of them fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0054] In summary, during transportation, the air conditioner indoor unit of this invention prevents the lower air guide plate 22 from rotating inward by using a pad 3 on the air vent support 12 to shield it. Furthermore, by adjusting the distance between the pad 3 and the lower air guide plate 22, it can accommodate indoor units of different models and specifications. Considering the possibility of accidental impacts during transportation, this invention also incorporates an elastic element on the pad to provide cushioning, thus preventing damage caused by a hard impact between the lower air guide plate 22 and the pad 3 when subjected to a strong impact.

[0055] As described in the first paragraph of this section, the above embodiments are merely used to illustrate the principle of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Without departing from the principle of this utility model, those skilled in the art can adjust the above structure so that this utility model can be applied to more specific application scenarios.

[0056] For example, in an alternative embodiment, the connection between the pad 3 and the lower air guide plate 22 can be magnetic or other methods. For instance, snap-fit ​​and slots can be provided on the pad 3 and the lower air guide plate 22 respectively, allowing them to be engaged. Whether it's a magnetic connection, this snap-fit ​​method, or any other technical means that can effectively connect the lower air guide plate 22 and the pad 3, as long as the lower air guide plate 22 and the pad 3 can be connected, these do not deviate from the principle of this utility model and therefore fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0057] The technical solution of this utility model has been described in conjunction with the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the protection scope of this utility model is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principle of this utility model, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after these changes or substitutions will all fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An indoor unit for an air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner indoor unit includes an indoor unit casing, an air outlet (11) is provided on the indoor unit casing, a rotatable air guide plate (2) is provided on the air outlet (11), and an air outlet support (12) is also provided on the air outlet (11). The air guide plate (2) and the air outlet support (12) are rotatably connected. A pad (3) is provided on the air outlet support (12). The pad (3) is used to prevent the lower end of the air guide plate (2) from rotating inward during transportation.

2. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pad (3) is provided with a groove (31), and the air vent support (12) is embedded in the groove (31) to fix the pad (3).

3. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The air outlet support (12) forms a receiving groove (121), and the pad (3) is provided with a groove (31) that corresponds to the wall of the receiving groove (121). The pad (3) is placed in the receiving groove (121), and the wall of the receiving groove (121) is embedded in the groove (31).

4. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pad (3) includes a fixed pad (32) and a movable pad (33). The fixed pad (32) is disposed on the air outlet support (12). A stud (34) is disposed on the fixed pad (32). The movable pad (33) and the stud (34) are threadedly connected so that the movable pad (33) can move toward the air guide plate (2) or away from the air guide plate (2).

5. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pad (3) includes a fixed pad (32), an elastic element (35) and a movable pad (33). The fixed pad (32) is disposed on the air outlet support (12), and the movable pad (33) and the fixed pad (32) are connected by the elastic element (35).

6. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air guide plate (2) is provided with a first magnetic element, and the pad (3) is provided with a second magnetic element that is compatible with the first magnetic element. The first magnetic element and the second magnetic element attract each other so that the air guide plate (2) is connected to the pad (3).

7. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pad (3) and the air guide plate (2) are respectively provided with corresponding matching slots and buckles so that the air guide plate (2) is connected to the pad (3).

8. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The inner wall of the groove (31) is provided with an anti-slip structure.

9. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air guide plate (2) includes an upper air guide plate (21) and a lower air guide plate (22). The upper air guide plate (21) and the lower air guide plate (22) are rotatably connected to the air outlet support (12). The pad (3) is used to prevent the lower end of the lower air guide plate (22) from rotating inward.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes the indoor unit of any one of claims 1-9.

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