Electric appliance shell capable of interchanging position of display panel

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electric appliance shells, in particular to an electric appliance shell capable of interchanging the position of a display panel, which comprises a top cover and a front side plate vertically clamped with the top cover, the top cover and the front side plate are respectively provided with a first notch and a second notch which have the same structure, and an iron plate and the display panel are respectively and detachably arranged in the first notch and the second notch. The display panel is fixed to the front side plate to adapt to the situation that the electric appliance is placed on the frame, and when a user needs to place the electric appliance on the ground, the display panel only needs to be detached from the second notch and then installed in the first notch, the iron plate is detached from the first notch and then installed in the second notch, and therefore the display panel is fixed to the top cover. The user is prevented from stooping, squatting or being unable to operate, and the use experience and convenience of the user are greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electrical appliance housing technology, and in particular to an electrical appliance housing with interchangeable display panel positions. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, existing electrical appliances typically consist of an outer casing, a display panel installed on the casing, and various systems inside the casing, such as dehumidifiers, washing machines, refrigerators, dryers, washer-dryer combos, etc. The outer casing includes four side panels and a top cover that seals the top of the four side panels.

[0003] In real life, many electrical appliances are either placed on the ground or on shelves or other platforms to make the most of indoor space. Therefore, appliances are often designed to open from the front or from the top, with the display panel fixed to the side panel or top cover, making it convenient for users to operate.

[0004] However, some front-opening appliances on the market are placed on the ground with the display panel fixed on the side panel, requiring users to squat or bend over to operate them. Alternatively, users may have prepared a shelf to utilize the space, but the appliance is a top-opening type with the display panel fixed on the top cover, making the display panel too high to operate and greatly reducing the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an appliance housing with interchangeable display panel positions. In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, it aims to solve the technical problem that existing front-opening appliances need to be moved between the ground and the shelf when placed, and the display panel installation position cannot be interchanged, which leads to a reduced user experience.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0007] An electrical appliance housing with interchangeable display panel positions includes a top cover and a front panel that is perpendicularly snapped onto the top cover. The top cover and the front panel are respectively provided with a first notch and a second notch with identical structures. An iron plate is detachably installed in the first notch, and a display panel is detachably installed in the second notch, so that the display panel and the iron plate can be interchanged after disassembly.

[0008] The present invention is further configured such that: the iron plate is provided with screw holes, and the top cover is provided with a first screw post, the screw holes and the first screw post being corresponding to each other.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that: the front side plate includes an upper plate and a lower plate that are interlocked with each other, a second notch is provided in the lower plate, the top cover and the upper plate are interlocked, and the upper plate is used to install the door body.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that: the display panel is provided with a screw groove, and the lower plate is provided with a second screw post, the screw groove and the second screw post being fitted together.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that: the iron plate includes a flange edge, a first protrusion and a second protrusion connected in sequence, a screw hole is provided on the flange edge, and the second protrusion is embedded in the second notch.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that: a sealing ring is provided at the edge of the top surface of the first protrusion, and the sealing ring is sleeved on the side wall of the second protrusion.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this application are as follows: This utility model includes a top cover and a front side plate that is perpendicularly snapped onto the top cover. The top cover and the front side plate are respectively provided with a first notch and a second notch of the same structure. An iron plate and a display panel are detachably installed in the first notch and the second notch, respectively. The display panel is fixed to the front side plate to accommodate the situation where the appliance is placed on a shelf. When the user needs to place the appliance on the ground, the display panel only needs to be removed from the second notch and installed in the first notch, and the iron plate needs to be removed from the first notch and installed in the second notch. This fixes the display panel to the top cover, avoiding the user from bending over, squatting down, or being unable to operate it, and greatly improving the user experience and convenience. Attached Figure Description

[0014] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the top cover and the front side panel in this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the top cover structure in this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the upper plate structure in this utility model;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the lower plate in this utility model;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the display panel structure in this utility model;

[0020] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the iron plate structure in this utility model.

[0021] The details of the reference numerals used in the above figures are as follows:

[0022] 1-Top cover, 11-First notch, 12-First screw post;

[0023] 2-Front side panel, 21-Upper panel, 22-Lower panel, 221-Second notch, 222-Second screw post;

[0024] 3-Display panel, 31-Screw slot;

[0025] 4-Iron plate, 41-Flange edge, 411-Screw hole, 42-First protrusion, 43-Second protrusion;

[0026] 5-Sealing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0027] In the description of this application, the term "multiple" refers to two or more (including two). Technical terms such as "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish different objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number, specific order, or primary / secondary relationship of the indicated technical features. Terms such as "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; "linking" can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] In the description of this application, the technical terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "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 the embodiments of 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 the embodiments of this application.

[0029] In order to better understand the above-mentioned objectives, technical solutions and advantages of this application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, so as to understand in detail how to solve the problems raised in the background art.

[0030] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, an electrical housing with interchangeable display panel 3 includes a top cover 1 and a front side plate 2 that is perpendicularly snapped onto the top cover 1. The top cover 1 and the front side plate 2 are respectively provided with a first notch 11 and a second notch 221 with the same structure. The first notch 11 is detachably mounted with an iron plate 4, and the second notch 221 is detachably mounted with a display panel 3, so that the display panel 3 and the iron plate 4 can be interchanged after disassembly.

[0031] Through the above solution, in actual use, to accommodate the appliance being placed on a shelf, the display panel 3 is fixed to the second notch 221 of the front panel 2, and the iron plate 4 is fixed to the first notch 11 of the top cover 1. To accommodate the appliance being placed on the ground, the display panel 3 can be removed from the second notch 221 and installed in the first notch 11, and the iron plate 4 can be removed from the first notch 11 and installed in the second notch 221, thereby allowing the positions of the display panel 3 and the iron plate 4 to be interchanged. Based on this, the display panel 3 and the iron plate 4 in this embodiment can be interchanged as the appliance is placed on the ground or on a shelf, thereby avoiding the user having to bend over, squat down, or be unable to operate, greatly improving the user experience and convenience.

[0032] In this embodiment, the outer casing is also provided with a rear side plate, a left side plate, a right side plate and a bottom plate. The rear side plate, left side plate, right side plate and front side plate 2 form a frame structure. The top cover 1 can be placed on the top surface of the frame structure and the bottom plate is installed on the bottom surface of the frame structure. The top cover 1 and the front side plate 2 can be stamped from galvanized sheet metal. The first notch 11 and the second notch 221 are both rectangular. The display panel 3 contains a circuit board, a display screen and other structures. The display panel 3 is also equipped with a socket and a plug for connecting cables, which facilitates quick connection and use of the display panel 3.

[0033] like Figure 2 and Figure 6 As shown, in one specific embodiment of the improvement, the iron plate 4 is provided with screw holes 411, and the top cover 1 is provided with first screw posts 12, with the screw holes 411 and the first screw posts 12 corresponding to each other. Specifically, including but not limited to, the first screw post 12 is a round protruding post with screw holes, and the first screw post 12 is located on the inner wall surface of the top cover 1. The iron plate 4 can be quickly installed and removed from the inner wall surface of the top cover 1 by screws, which also enhances the aesthetics of the appliance. In actual application, the top cover 1 and the above four side plates have a snap-fit ​​structure, which can be installed and removed by setting buckles and spring clips, which helps to improve the efficiency of changing the position of the display panel 3.

[0034] like Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, in one specific embodiment of the improvement, the front panel 2 includes an upper panel 21 and a lower panel 22 that are interlocked. A second notch 221 is provided in the lower panel 22. The top cover 1 is interlocked with the upper panel 21. The upper panel 21 is used to install the door body. Specifically, including but not limited to, the upper panel 21 is fixed to the left and right panels and can be fixed with screws. The door body has a corresponding door frame, and the door body and the door frame are rotatably connected. The door frame is set in the upper panel 21. The bottom surface of the upper panel 21 and the bottom surface of the lower panel 22 are respectively provided with flanges. The two flanges can be provided with corresponding locking holes and locking posts to achieve interlocking. Finally, the bottom surface of the lower panel 22 also has flanges, and the flanges are vertically connected with an extension edge. The extension edge has screw holes, and the lower panel 22 can be fixed to the bottom plate with screws to achieve interlocking and fixing of the upper panel 21 and the lower panel 22. Based on this, when the display panel 3 needs to be replaced, only the lower panel 22 needs to be removed, which effectively improves the efficiency of replacing the display panel 3.

[0035] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, in one specific embodiment of the improvement, the display panel 3 is provided with a screw groove 31, and the lower plate 22 is provided with a second screw post 222, with the screw groove 31 and the second screw post 222 corresponding to each other. Specifically, including but not limited to, the second screw post 222 is a round protruding post with a screw hole, and the second screw post 222 is located on the inner wall surface of the lower plate 22. The screw groove 31 has a structure with a screw hole opened in the groove, which allows the display panel 3 to be quickly installed and removed from the inner wall surface of the lower plate 22 by screws, and also enhances the aesthetics of the appliance. In actual application, the first screw post 12 and the second screw post 222 have the same structure. Therefore, when replacing the display panel 3, the first screw post 12 or the second screw post 222 can be inserted into the screw groove 31 first, so as to achieve precise positioning during installation, which helps to accurately install the display panel 3 and avoid damage to the display panel 3 during installation.

[0036] like Figure 6 As shown, in one specific embodiment of the improvement, the iron plate 4 includes a flange edge 41, a first protrusion 42, and a second protrusion 43 connected in sequence. A screw hole 411 is provided on the flange edge 41, and the second protrusion 43 is embedded in the second notch 221. Specifically, including but not limited to, the flange edge 41 can fit against the inner wall surface of the top cover 1, the first protrusion 42 and the second protrusion 43 are both rectangular structures, there is a gap between the side wall surface of the first protrusion 42 and the side wall surface of the second protrusion 43, the second protrusion 43 is located above the first protrusion 42, and the structure of the second protrusion 43 corresponds to the structure of the first notch 11, that is, the area of ​​the top surface of the first protrusion 42 is larger than the area of ​​the top surface of the second protrusion 43 or the area of ​​the first notch 11, so that part of the top surface of the second protrusion 43 fits against the inner wall surface of the top cover 1, improving the sealing performance of the electrical appliance.

[0037] As shown in Figure 6, in one specific embodiment of the improvement, a sealing ring 5 is provided on the top edge of the first protrusion 42, and the sealing ring 5 is fitted onto the side wall of the second protrusion 43. Specifically, including but not limited to, the sealing ring 5 is a silicone strip. Based on the distance between the top edge of the first protrusion 42 and the side wall of the second protrusion 43, there is a plane directly between the outer edge of the first protrusion 42 and the side wall of the second protrusion 43. This plane is part of the top surface of the first protrusion 42, and the sealing ring 5 can be placed on this plane. Based on the elastic force of the sealing ring 5, the sealing ring 5 can be fitted onto the side wall of the second protrusion 43, so that the sealing ring 5 can fit against the side wall of the second protrusion 43. Therefore, in practical applications, with the iron plate 4 fixed, the sealing ring 5 can ensure the sealing between the iron plate 4 and the top cover 1 or the front side plate 2. Of course, the display panel 3 is also provided with a sealing ring 5 (e.g., Figure 5 As shown), it can also ensure the sealing between the display panel 3 and the top cover 1 or the front panel 2, thereby enhancing the sealing effect of the electrical appliances.

[0038] It is worth noting that the appliance casing in this embodiment can be used in dryers. Most dryers on the market are designed to open from the front, especially in household models. Therefore, in real life, people can adjust the position of the display panel 3 according to the placement needs of the dryer to improve the convenience of using the dryer. Of course, it can also be used in washing machines, washer-dryer combos, etc.

[0039] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of this utility model, and the protection scope of this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. All technical solutions within the scope of this utility model's concept are within the protection scope of this utility model. It should be pointed out that for those skilled in the art, any improvements and modifications made without departing from the principle of this utility model should also be considered within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An appliance housing with interchangeable display panel positions, comprising a top cover and a front panel perpendicularly snapped onto the top cover, characterized in that, The top cover and the front side panel are respectively provided with a first notch and a second notch with the same structure. The first notch can be detachably installed with an iron plate, and the second notch can be detachably installed with a display panel, so that the display panel and the iron plate can be interchanged after disassembly.

2. The electrical housing with interchangeable display panel positions according to claim 1, characterized in that, The iron plate is provided with screw holes, and the top cover is provided with a first screw post, with the screw holes and the first screw post corresponding to each other.

3. The electrical housing with interchangeable display panel positions according to claim 1, characterized in that, The front panel includes an upper panel and a lower panel that are interlocked with each other. The second notch is provided in the lower panel. The top cover is interlocked with the upper panel. The upper panel is used to install the door body.

4. An electrical housing with interchangeable display panel positions according to claim 3, characterized in that, The display panel is provided with a screw groove, and the lower plate is provided with a second screw post, the screw groove and the second screw post being fitted together.

5. An electrical housing with interchangeable display panel positions according to claim 2, characterized in that, The iron plate includes a flange edge, a first protrusion and a second protrusion connected in sequence, the screw hole is provided on the flange edge, and the second protrusion is embedded in the second notch.

6. An electrical housing with interchangeable display panel positions according to claim 5, characterized in that, A sealing ring is provided on the edge of the top surface of the first protrusion, and the sealing ring is sleeved on the side wall of the second protrusion.

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