Multifunctional embedded ice maker

Abstract

The utility model relates to a multifunctional embedded ice maker which comprises an instant heating system communicated with a reverse osmosis system and suitable for making normal-temperature water and hot water; the compressor ice making and ice water making system is communicated with the reverse osmosis system and is suitable for making ice blocks and ice water; the front kettle system is communicated with the reverse osmosis system and is suitable for preparing pure water; and the reverse osmosis system independently supplies water to the instant heating system, the front kettle system and the compressor ice making and ice water making system through a first water inlet electromagnetic valve, a second water inlet electromagnetic valve and a third water inlet electromagnetic valve respectively. In the scheme, an instant heating system, a compressor ice block making and ice water making system and a front kettle system are integrated on the ice making machine, so that the ice making machine has multiple functions and multiple purposes, and the configuration cost is reduced; the instant heating system, the compressor ice block making system, the ice water making system and the front kettle system work independently and do not affect one another, and the safety, reliability and practicability of the system are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ice maker technology, and in particular to a multifunctional embedded ice maker. Background Technology

[0002] An ice maker is a refrigeration machine that uses a refrigeration system to cool water through an evaporator to produce ice. It employs a refrigeration system with water as the carrier, and produces ice by passing the water through a device when powered on. Depending on the evaporator's principle and production method, the shape of the ice produced varies. Ice makers are generally classified by ice shape, such as granular ice machines, flake ice machines, plate ice machines, tube ice machines, and shell ice machines.

[0003] Currently, most built-in ice makers in the industry have relatively limited functions, only producing ice cubes and ice water. For example, a Chinese invention patent with publication number CN119687618A discloses a household combined multi-functional ice maker, which includes a cabinet and a base. A wastewater tank is installed on the lower left of the cabinet, and a water pump, compressor, condenser, first ice-making valve, second ice-making valve, and de-icing valve are installed on the base. The ice-making pump draws water from inside the cabinet and sends the water through a second output pipe into a U-shaped pipe. The U-shaped pipe then distributes the water to the evaporators at both ends, and the evaporators at both ends start making ice simultaneously, thus increasing the ice-making speed. The distribution holes, heat-conducting plates, water inlet tank, and water outlet are all distributed on both sides, so that the water flow can start making ice on the heat-conducting plates on both sides at the same time, further improving the ice-making efficiency. Therefore, the evaporators set on both sides can make four sets of ice at the same time. To make ice by DIY, fill the ice tank with water, close the first ice-making valve, open the second ice-making valve, and the low-temperature high-pressure liquid enters the cold box after being throttled through the capillary tube. The separation box absorbs the heat from the cold box, and the water stored in the ice tank begins to condense to produce ice.

[0004] In the above solution, the household combination multi-functional ice maker only has the functions of making ice cubes and ice water, and no other functions. When hot water or other functions are needed, other equipment needs to be configured, which not only takes up space but also increases configuration costs and affects the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address the aforementioned problems, the purpose of this invention is to provide a multifunctional embedded ice maker that integrates instant heating, compression ice making, ice-making water system, and pre-filled kettle functions, thereby improving the reliability and practicality of the ice maker.

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

[0007] A multifunctional embedded ice maker, characterized in that it includes:

[0008] The instant heating system, connected to the reverse osmosis system, is suitable for producing room temperature water and hot water;

[0009] The compressor ice-making and ice-water-making system is connected to the reverse osmosis system and is suitable for producing ice cubes and ice water.

[0010] The pre-filter system is connected to the reverse osmosis system and is suitable for producing pure water.

[0011] The reverse osmosis system supplies water independently to the instant heating system, the pre-filter system, and the compressor ice-making and ice-making water system through the first inlet solenoid valve, the second inlet solenoid valve, and the third inlet solenoid valve, respectively.

[0012] Preferably, the compressor-based ice-making and ice-water system includes a compressor, an ice-water tank, a condenser, a fan, a dryer filter, a capillary tube, an evaporator, a hot gas valve, an evaporation pipe, and an ice-making assembly, wherein...

[0013] The ice water tank is equipped with a second mechanical float, a third level gauge, a temperature probe, a first vent, and a first drain outlet. The ice water tank is also equipped with the evaporation tube.

[0014] The ice-making assembly includes an ice storage box for holding ice blocks, an ice dispensing screw, an ice dispensing motor for driving the ice dispensing screw to rotate, an ice tray located inside the ice storage box, an ice tray motor for driving the ice tray to rotate, an evaporator installed above the ice tray, and a second micro switch and a third micro switch for controlling the on / off state of the ice tray motor.

[0015] One end of the evaporator tube is connected to the compressor suction port, and the other end is connected to the evaporator outlet; the compressor discharge port, condenser, fan, dryer filter, capillary tube and evaporator inlet are connected in sequence; a hot gas valve is provided on the pipe between the compressor discharge port and the condenser, and the other end of the hot gas valve is connected to the evaporator;

[0016] The ice water tank is connected to the reverse osmosis system through the water inlet at the upper end of the second mechanical float via a first pipe, and a third water inlet solenoid valve is provided on the first pipe;

[0017] The ice water tank is connected to the third diaphragm pump via a second pipe. The third diaphragm pump is connected to a third pipe, the end of which extends into the ice-making assembly and is positioned above the ice tray.

[0018] Preferably, the compressor ice-making and ice-making water system further includes a fourth diaphragm pump, which connects the bottom of the ice storage box and the ice water tank.

[0019] Preferably, a second UV sterilization module is installed at the bottom of the ice water tank.

[0020] Preferably, the ice-making assembly also includes an infrared sensor, which is suitable for monitoring whether the ice storage box is full of ice.

[0021] Preferably, the ice-making assembly further includes a third UV sterilization module, which is disposed above the ice storage box.

[0022] Preferably, a front fan is provided on the side of the ice outlet.

[0023] Preferably, the instant heating system includes a pure water tank, a water outlet, a first level gauge, a first mechanical float, a second vent, and a second drain installed on the pure water tank, a heating pipe connected to the pure water tank, and a first diaphragm pump installed on the heating pipe; the pure water tank is connected to the reverse osmosis system through a fourth pipe, and a first inlet solenoid valve is provided on the fourth pipe; the ice water tank is connected to the second diaphragm pump through a fifth pipe, and a sixth pipe is provided at the outlet of the second diaphragm pump; the water outlet includes two inlets, the outlet of the heating pipe is connected to one of the inlets of the water outlet, and the sixth pipe is connected to the other inlet of the water outlet.

[0024] Preferably, a first UV sterilization module is installed at the bottom of the pure water tank.

[0025] Preferably, the pre-cooled water tank system includes a water tank, a second level gauge, and a first micro switch, with the second level gauge and the first micro switch disposed close to the side of the water tank; the water tank is connected to the fourth pipe through a seventh pipe, and a second water inlet solenoid valve is installed on the seventh pipe.

[0026] The present invention adopts the above technical solution and has the following beneficial effects:

[0027] ① This ice maker integrates an instant heating system, a compressor system for making ice cubes, an ice water system, and a pre-filter system, making it versatile and multi-functional, thus reducing configuration costs.

[0028] ② The instant heating system, the ice block compressor, the ice water making system and the pre-filter system work independently without affecting each other, improving the safety, reliability and practicality of the system;

[0029] ③ The ice water in the ice tray and the water from the melting ice in the ice storage box are recycled to the ice water tank through the fourth diaphragm pump, which can effectively reduce the power consumption of the machine and improve the efficiency of ice making and ice water making.

[0030] ④ Adding a front fan near the ice outlet can effectively improve the heat dissipation performance of the entire system;

[0031] ⑤ The reheat setting of the ice water system keeps the ice water in the ice water tank at a certain temperature, improving the user experience.

[0032] ⑥ The ice-making system is equipped with an infrared sensor, which can sense the fullness of the ice storage box, so that the ice in the ice storage box is always kept full, so that it can be taken out as needed, while saving power and improving the user experience.

[0033] ⑦ Add a pre-filter to produce pure water, which can be used as needed, increasing the versatility of functions and improving the user experience;

[0034] ⑧. Installing UV sterilization modules in the ice water tank, pure water tank, and ice storage box can effectively prevent bacterial growth and improve hygiene and safety.

[0035] The specific working principle of this solution is as follows:

[0036] Upon power-on self-test, if no water is detected at the low level of the first level gauge, the reverse osmosis system powers on, the first inlet solenoid valve opens to fill the pure water tank with water until the high level is reached, and then the first inlet solenoid valve closes. If no water is detected at the low level of the second level gauge, and the first microswitch senses that the water jug ​​is in place, the reverse osmosis system powers on, the second inlet solenoid valve opens to fill the water jug ​​with water until the high level is reached, and then the second inlet solenoid valve closes. If no water is detected at the low level of the third level gauge, the third inlet solenoid valve opens to fill the ice water tank with water until the high level is reached, and then the third inlet solenoid valve closes. When all three level gauges (first, second, and third) detect that the water level has reached the high level, the reverse osmosis system shuts down.

[0037] Discharge room temperature water: Power on the first diaphragm pump and discharge water from the outlet. When the water level is below the high level and water has been discharged for a cumulative period of 30 seconds, the reverse osmosis system and the first inlet solenoid valve are powered on to replenish the pure water tank to the high level and then the power is cut off. After the water discharge stops, the diaphragm pump 1 is de-energized.

[0038] Hot water dispensing: The first diaphragm pump and heating element are powered on, and water is dispensed from the outlet. When the water level is lower than the high level and water has been dispensed for a cumulative period of 30 seconds, the reverse osmosis system and the first inlet solenoid valve are powered on to replenish the pure water tank to the high level and then the power is cut off. After the water dispensing stops, the first diaphragm pump and heating element are de-energized.

[0039] Ice making: When the ice tray motor is powered on, the power is cut off when the ice tray flips and touches the second micro switch. The third diaphragm pump is powered on to supply water to the ice tray. After the ice tray is full of water for a certain period of time, the third diaphragm pump is powered off, and the compressor and fan are powered on. The refrigerant passes from the compressor exhaust port through the condenser, dryer filter, and capillary tube to the evaporator to start making ice. At the same time, ice water is drawn through the evaporator in the ice water tank and then returns to the compressor suction port. After ice making for a period of time, the ice tray motor is powered on. When the ice tray flips in the reverse direction and touches the third micro switch, the power is cut off. At this time, the hot air valve is powered on to start de-icing into the ice storage box. Simultaneously, the fourth diaphragm pump is powered on to pump the ice water from the ice storage box into the ice water tank. After a period of time, the hot air valve and the fourth diaphragm pump are de-energized, the ice tray motor is powered on, and when the ice tray flips and touches the second micro switch, the power is cut off. The third diaphragm pump is powered on to supply water to the ice tray. After a certain period of water supply, when the ice tray is full, the third diaphragm pump is de-energized. This cycle continues until the infrared sensor detects that the ice storage box is full. Then, the ice tray motor is powered on, the ice tray flips in the reverse direction and touches the third micro switch, the power is cut off, and the hot air valve and the fourth diaphragm pump are powered on. After a period of time, the hot air valve and the fourth diaphragm pump are de-energized, and the compressor and the front fan are also de-energized. When the infrared sensor detects that the ice storage box is not full, ice making restarts as described above. When the compressor is powered on, the front fan is also powered on for heat dissipation. After the compressor is powered off, the front fan is de-energized after a delay.

[0040] When dispensing ice, the ice dispensing motor is powered on, and the ice in the ice storage box is carried out by the ice dispensing screw.

[0041] Ice water making: When the compressor and fan are powered on, the refrigerant flows from the compressor discharge port through the condenser, dryer filter, capillary tube, and evaporator to the evaporator tube in the ice water tank to start making ice water. Then it returns to the compressor suction port for circulation. When the temperature sensor detects that the ice water tank temperature has reached the set ice water temperature, the compressor and fan are powered off. When the ice water tank temperature rises back to a certain temperature, the compressor and fan are powered on again to cool the ice water tank. When discharging ice water, water is pumped through the second diaphragm pump to the outlet. When the water level is lower than the high liquid level and water has been discharged for a cumulative 30 seconds, the reverse osmosis system and the third inlet solenoid valve are powered on to replenish water to the high liquid level in the ice water tank. After that, the power is turned off. After the water discharge stops, the second diaphragm pump is powered off.

[0042] Pre-filter for pure water production: When the first microswitch detects that the kettle is in place and the second level gauge does not detect that the water level has been reached, the second inlet solenoid valve is energized to replenish the kettle with water until the second level gauge detects that the kettle is full, at which point the second inlet solenoid valve is closed to stop the water supply. When the kettle is removed, the first microswitch will no longer sense the kettle and will immediately close the second inlet solenoid valve. After the kettle is placed in place, the level will be detected again and water will be replenished. Attached Figure Description

[0043] Figure 1 This is a system flowchart for a multi-functional embedded ice maker during ice making.

[0044] Figure 2 This is a system flowchart for a multi-functional embedded ice maker when chilling water.

[0045] Figure 3 This is a system flowchart for a multifunctional embedded ice maker when using hot water and room temperature water.

[0046] Figure 4 System flowchart for producing pure water from the pre-loaded water jug ​​of a multi-functional embedded ice maker. Detailed Implementation

[0047] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0048] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", 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 utility model 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 utility model.

[0049] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise expressly defined.

[0050] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., 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 or an electrical 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.

[0051] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0052] like Figures 1-4 The multifunctional embedded ice maker shown includes:

[0053] The instant heating system is connected to the reverse osmosis system 100 and is suitable for producing room temperature water and hot water.

[0054] The ice-making and ice-water-making system is connected to the reverse osmosis system 100 and is suitable for producing ice cubes and ice water.

[0055] The pre-filter system is connected to the reverse osmosis system 100 and is suitable for producing pure water.

[0056] The reverse osmosis system 100 is equipped with an inlet 102 and a wastewater outlet 101, and supplies water independently to the instant heating system, the pre-cooling kettle system, and the compressor ice-making and ice-making water system through the first inlet solenoid valve 200, the second inlet solenoid valve 300, and the third inlet solenoid valve 400, respectively.

[0057] In the above solution, the ice maker integrates an instant heating system, a compressor for making ice blocks, an ice-making water system, and a pre-filter system, which has multiple functions and can be used in one machine, reducing configuration costs. Moreover, the instant heating system, the compressor for making ice blocks, the ice-making water system, and the pre-filter system work independently without affecting each other, improving the safety, reliability, and practicality of the system.

[0058] Furthermore, the compressor-based ice-making and ice-water system includes a compressor 1, an ice-water tank 2, a condenser 3, a fan 29, a dryer filter 4, a capillary tube 5, an evaporator 6, a hot gas valve 7, an evaporator pipe 13, and an ice-making assembly, wherein...

[0059] The ice water tank 2 is equipped with a second mechanical float 8, a third liquid level gauge 9, a temperature probe 10, a first vent 11 and a first drain 12, and the ice water tank 2 is equipped with the evaporation tube 13.

[0060] The ice-making assembly includes an ice storage box 14 for holding ice blocks, an ice dispensing screw 15, an ice dispensing motor 16 for driving the ice dispensing screw 15 to rotate, an ice tray 17 located inside the ice storage box 14, an ice tray motor 18 for driving the ice tray 17 to flip, an evaporator 6 installed above the ice tray 17, and a second micro switch 19 and a third micro switch 20 for controlling the on and off of the ice tray motor 18.

[0061] One end of the evaporator tube 13 is connected to the compressor suction port, and the other end is connected to the outlet end of the evaporator 6; the compressor discharge port, condenser 3, dryer filter 4, capillary tube 5 and the inlet end of the evaporator 6 are connected in sequence; a hot gas valve 7 is provided on the pipe between the compressor discharge port and the condenser 3, and the other end of the hot gas valve 7 is connected to the evaporator 6. The evaporator 6 is provided with a special pipe connected to the hot gas valve.

[0062] The ice water tank 2 is connected to the reverse osmosis system 100 through the water inlet at the upper end of the second mechanical float 8 via the first pipe 21, and the first pipe 21 is equipped with a third water inlet solenoid valve 400.

[0063] The ice water tank 2 is connected to the third diaphragm pump 23 through the second pipe 22. The third diaphragm pump 23 is connected to a third pipe 24, and the end of the third pipe 24 extends into the ice-making assembly and is above the ice tray 17.

[0064] like Figure 1 When ice is being made, the ice tray motor is powered on. When the ice tray flips and touches the second micro switch, the power is cut off. The third diaphragm pump is powered on to supply water to the ice tray. After the ice tray is full of water for a certain period of time, the third diaphragm pump is powered off. The compressor and fan are powered on. The refrigerant flows from the compressor exhaust port through the condenser, dryer filter, and capillary tube to the evaporator to start making ice cubes. At the same time, ice water is drawn through the evaporator in the ice water tank and then returns to the compressor suction port. After ice making for a period of time, the ice tray motor is powered on. When the ice tray flips in the reverse direction and touches the third micro switch, the power is cut off. At this time, the hot air valve is powered on to start de-icing into the ice storage box. Simultaneously, the fourth diaphragm pump is powered on to pump the ice water from the ice storage box into the ice water tank. After a period of time, the hot air valve and the fourth diaphragm pump are de-energized, the ice tray motor is powered on, and when the ice tray flips and touches the second micro switch, the power is cut off. The third diaphragm pump is powered on to supply water to the ice tray. After a certain period of water supply, when the ice tray is full, the third diaphragm pump is de-energized. This cycle continues until the infrared sensor detects that the ice storage box is full. Then, the ice tray motor is powered on, the ice tray flips in the reverse direction and touches the third micro switch, the power is cut off, and the hot air valve and the fourth diaphragm pump are powered on. After a period of time, the hot air valve and the fourth diaphragm pump are de-energized, and the compressor and the front fan are also de-energized. When the infrared sensor detects that the ice storage box is not full, ice making restarts as described above. When the compressor is powered on, the front fan is also powered on for heat dissipation. After the compressor is powered off, the front fan is de-energized after a delay.

[0065] When dispensing ice, the ice dispensing motor is powered on, and the ice in the ice storage box is carried out by the ice dispensing screw.

[0066] like Figure 2 When making ice water, the compressor and fan are powered on. The refrigerant flows from the compressor exhaust port through the condenser, dryer filter, capillary tube, and evaporator to the evaporator tube in the ice water tank to start making ice water. Then it returns to the compressor suction port for circulation. When the temperature sensor detects that the ice water tank temperature has reached the set ice water temperature, the compressor and fan are powered off. When the ice water tank temperature rises back to a certain temperature, the compressor and fan are powered on again to cool the ice water tank. When discharging ice water, water is pumped through the second diaphragm pump to the outlet. When the water level is lower than the high liquid level and water has been discharged for a cumulative 30 seconds, the reverse osmosis system and the third inlet solenoid valve are powered on to replenish water to the high liquid level in the ice water tank. After that, the power is turned off. After the water discharge stops, the second diaphragm pump is powered off.

[0067] Furthermore, the compression ice-making and ice-water-making system also includes a fourth diaphragm pump 25, which connects the bottom of the ice storage box 14 and the ice-water tank 2. In this technical solution, the ice water in the ice tray and the water from the melting ice in the ice storage box are recycled to the ice-water tank by the fourth diaphragm pump, which can effectively reduce the machine's power consumption and improve the efficiency of ice-making and ice-water-making.

[0068] Furthermore, a second UV sterilization module 26 is installed at the bottom of the ice water tank 2. In this technical solution, the installation of the second UV sterilization module inside the ice water tank effectively prevents bacterial growth and improves hygiene and safety.

[0069] Furthermore, the ice-making assembly also includes an infrared sensor 27, suitable for monitoring whether the ice storage box 14 is full. In this technical solution, the infrared sensor detects the full ice condition and can automatically stop and start ice making, preventing the ice maker from being in ice-making mode continuously, which can effectively reduce power consumption and improve user experience.

[0070] Furthermore, the ice-making assembly also includes a third UV sterilization module 28, which is positioned above the ice storage box 14. In this technical solution, the placement of the third UV sterilization module within the ice water tank effectively prevents bacterial growth within the ice storage box, improving hygiene and safety.

[0071] Furthermore, a front fan 800 is provided on the side of the ice outlet 700. In this technical solution, adding a front fan near the ice outlet can effectively improve the heat dissipation performance of the entire system.

[0072] Furthermore, the instant heating system includes a pure water tank 30, a water outlet 500, and a first level gauge 31, a first mechanical float 32, a second vent 33, and a second drain 34 installed on the pure water tank 30, as well as a heating pipe 35 connected to the pure water tank 30, and a first diaphragm pump 36 installed on the heating pipe 35; the pure water tank 30 is connected to the reverse osmosis system 100 through a fourth pipe 37, and a first inlet solenoid valve 200 is provided on the fourth pipe 37; the ice water tank 2 is connected to the second diaphragm pump 39 through a fifth pipe 38, and a sixth pipe 40 connected to the water outlet is provided at the outlet of the second diaphragm pump 39; the water outlet 500 includes two inlets, the outlet of the heating pipe 35 is connected to one of the inlets of the water outlet 500, and the sixth pipe 40 is connected to the other inlet of the water outlet 500.

[0073] like Figure 3 As shown, when producing hot water, the first diaphragm pump and heating element are powered on, and water is discharged from the outlet. When the water level is below the high level and water has been discharged for a cumulative 30 seconds, the reverse osmosis system and the first inlet solenoid valve are powered on to replenish the pure water tank to the high level, and then the power is cut off. After the water discharge stops, the first diaphragm pump and heating element are de-energized. When producing room temperature water, the first diaphragm pump is powered on, and water is discharged from the outlet. When the water level is below the high level and water has been discharged for a cumulative 30 seconds, the reverse osmosis system and the first inlet solenoid valve are powered on to replenish the pure water tank to the high level, and then the power is cut off. After the water discharge stops, diaphragm pump 1 is de-energized.

[0074] Furthermore, a first UV sterilization module 41 is installed at the bottom of the pure water tank 30. In this technical solution, the installation of a third UV sterilization module inside the pure water tank can effectively prevent bacterial growth inside the pure water tank and improve hygiene and safety.

[0075] Furthermore, the pre-cooled water tank system includes a water tank 42, a second level gauge 43, and a first micro switch 44. The second level gauge 43 and the first micro switch 44 are disposed close to the side of the water tank 42. The water tank 42 is connected to the fourth pipe 37 through a seventh pipe 45, and a second water inlet solenoid valve 300 is provided on the seventh pipe 45.

[0076] like Figure 4 As shown, when the pre-filter is producing pure water, when the first microswitch detects that the kettle is in place and the second level gauge does not detect that the water level has been reached, the second inlet solenoid valve is energized to replenish the kettle with water until the second level gauge detects that the kettle is full, at which point the second inlet solenoid valve is closed to stop the water supply. When the kettle is removed, the first microswitch no longer senses the kettle and will immediately close the second inlet solenoid valve. After the kettle is placed in place, the level will be detected again and water will be replenished.

[0077] In this specific embodiment, existing ice makers only have the functions of making ice cubes and ice water, lacking other functions. When hot water or other functions are needed, additional equipment is required, which not only occupies space and increases configuration costs but also affects the user experience. The above solution integrates an instant heating system, a compressor ice-making system, an ice-water making system, and a pre-filter system into the ice maker. This provides versatility, multi-purpose functionality, and reduces configuration costs. Furthermore, the instant heating system, compressor ice-making system, ice-water making system, and pre-filter system operate independently without interfering with each other, improving the system's safety, reliability, and practicality. A fourth diaphragm pump recovers the ice water in the ice tray and the water from the melting ice cubes in the ice storage box back to the ice... The water tank effectively reduces machine power consumption and improves ice-making and ice-water-making efficiency. A front fan near the ice outlet further enhances the system's heat dissipation. The ice-water system's temperature recovery setting maintains the ice water in the tank at a consistent temperature, improving user experience. An infrared sensor in the ice-making system detects the ice level in the ice storage box, ensuring it's always full for convenient use while saving energy and enhancing user experience. A front-mounted water jug ​​produces purified water, increasing functionality and improving user experience. UV sterilization modules in the ice water tank, purified water tank, and ice storage box effectively prevent bacterial growth and improve hygiene and safety.

[0078] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," 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.

[0079] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multifunctional embedded ice maker, characterized in that: include: The instant heating system is connected to the reverse osmosis system (100) and is suitable for producing room temperature water and hot water; The compressor ice-making and ice-making water system is connected to the reverse osmosis system (100) and is suitable for producing ice cubes and ice water; The pre-filter system is connected to the reverse osmosis system (100) and is suitable for producing pure water; The reverse osmosis system (100) supplies water independently to the instant heating system, the pre-cooled kettle system, and the compressor ice-making and ice-making water system through the first inlet solenoid valve (200), the second inlet solenoid valve (300), and the third inlet solenoid valve (400).

2. The multifunctional embedded ice maker according to claim 1, characterized in that: The compressor-based ice-making and ice-making water system includes a compressor (1), an ice water tank (2), a condenser (3), a fan (29), a dryer filter (4), a capillary tube (5), an evaporator (6), a hot gas valve (7), an evaporator tube (13), and an ice-making assembly, wherein, The ice water tank (2) is equipped with a second mechanical float (8), a third level gauge (9), a temperature probe (10), a first vent (11) and a first drain (12), and the ice water tank (2) is equipped with the evaporation tube (13). The ice-making assembly includes an ice storage box (14) for holding ice, an ice dispensing screw (15), an ice dispensing motor (16) for driving the ice dispensing screw (15) to rotate, an ice tray (17) located in the ice storage box (14), an ice tray motor (18) for driving the ice tray (17) to flip, an evaporator (6) installed above the ice tray (17), and a second micro switch (19) and a third micro switch (20) for controlling the on and off of the ice tray motor (18). One end of the evaporator tube (13) is connected to the compressor suction port, and the other end is connected to the outlet of the evaporator (6); the compressor exhaust port, condenser (3), dryer filter (4), capillary tube (5) and the inlet of the evaporator (6) are connected in sequence; a hot gas valve (7) is provided on the pipe between the compressor (1) exhaust port and the condenser (3), and the other end of the hot gas valve (7) is connected to the evaporator (6); The ice water tank (2) is connected to the reverse osmosis system (100) through the water inlet at the upper end of the second mechanical float (8) via the first pipe (21), and the first pipe (21) is equipped with a third water inlet solenoid valve (400). The ice water tank (2) is connected to the third diaphragm pump (23) through the second pipe (22). The third diaphragm pump (23) is connected to a third pipe (24), and the end of the third pipe (24) extends into the ice-making assembly and is above the ice tray (17).

3. A multifunctional embedded ice maker according to claim 2, characterized in that: The compressor ice-making and ice-making water system also includes a fourth diaphragm pump (25), which connects the bottom of the ice storage box (14) and the ice water tank (2).

4. A multifunctional embedded ice maker according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom of the ice water tank (2) is equipped with a second UV sterilization module (26).

5. A multifunctional embedded ice maker according to claim 4, characterized in that: The ice-making assembly also includes an infrared sensor (27) adapted to monitor whether the ice storage box (14) is full of ice.

6. A multifunctional embedded ice maker according to claim 5, characterized in that: The ice-making assembly also includes a third UV sterilization module (28), which is located above the ice storage box (14).

7. A multifunctional embedded ice maker according to claim 2, characterized in that: A front fan (800) is located on the side of the ice outlet (700).

8. A multifunctional embedded ice maker according to claim 2, characterized in that: The instant heating system includes a pure water tank (30), a water outlet (500), a first level gauge (31), a first mechanical float (32), a second vent (33), and a second drain outlet (34) installed on the pure water tank (30), a heating pipe (35) connected to the pure water tank (30), and a first diaphragm pump (36) installed on the heating pipe (35); the pure water tank (30) is connected to the reverse osmosis system (100) through a fourth pipe (37). The fourth pipe (37) is equipped with a first inlet solenoid valve (200); the ice water tank (2) is connected to the second diaphragm pump (39) through the fifth pipe (38), and the second diaphragm pump (39) is connected to a sixth pipe (40) and connected to the outlet; the outlet (500) includes two inlets, the outlet of the heating tube (35) is connected to one of the inlets of the outlet (500), and the sixth pipe (40) is connected to the other inlet of the outlet (500).

9. A multifunctional embedded ice maker according to claim 8, characterized in that: The bottom of the pure water tank (30) is equipped with a first UV sterilization module (41).

10. A multifunctional embedded ice maker according to claim 8, characterized in that: The pre-cooled water tank system includes a water tank (42), a second level gauge (43) and a first micro switch (44). The second level gauge (43) and the first micro switch (44) are closely disposed on the side of the water tank (42). The water tank (42) is connected to the fourth pipe (37) through a seventh pipe (45). A second water inlet solenoid valve (300) is disposed on the seventh pipe (45).

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