Clothes processing device and combined clothes processing equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of clothes treatment, in particular to a clothes treatment device and combined clothes treatment equipment. By arranging the adapter, the first air port and the second air port are respectively communicated with the corresponding cylinder bodies, so that the first water outlet and the second water outlet are respectively consistent with the internal air pressure of the corresponding cylinder bodies, and the two washing cavities can operate simultaneously or independently; the siphonage phenomenon of the two drainage pipes which are draining water due to the fact that internal air is emptied is avoided, and the problem of sewage reverse flow caused by the siphonage phenomenon is prevented. In addition, the first drainage pipe, the second drainage pipe, the first air pipe and the second air pipe can be conveniently connected, supported and positioned through the adapters, the layout of the drainage assembly is more compact through the adapters, the pipeline length is reduced, the water flow resistance is reduced, and the drainage efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and in particular to a clothing processing device and a combined clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, after washing clothes using a garment cleaning device (such as a washing machine), the main drainage method involves the washing machine's drain pump sucking water from inside the drum and then draining it through the drain pipe. During the drainage process, the water flow expels air from the drain pipe. After drainage is complete, if the drain outlet of the drain pipe is submerged below the liquid surface, a siphon effect can easily occur, causing the drain pipe to siphon in wastewater, which then enters the drum and contaminates the clothes inside. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application discloses a clothing processing device and a combined clothing processing equipment, which not only avoids the siphon phenomenon caused by the internal air being emptied from the two drain pipes that are draining, thus preventing the sewage backflow problem caused by the siphon phenomenon, but also makes the layout of the drainage components more compact, thereby reducing the pipe length, reducing the water flow resistance, and improving the drainage efficiency.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, some embodiments of this application provide a garment processing apparatus, including:

[0005] The enclosure includes:

[0006] front panel;

[0007] The rear panel is disposed corresponding to the front panel in the depth direction of the housing;

[0008] Two cylindrical bodies are arranged side by side in a horizontal direction inside the box.

[0009] A drainage assembly is disposed within the housing, the drainage assembly comprising:

[0010] A first drain pipe, one end of which is connected to one of the cylinders, and the other end of which extends along the height direction of the box to be located near the upper end of the cylinder.

[0011] The second drain pipe has one end connected to the other cylinder, and the other end extends along the height direction of the box to be located near the upper end of the cylinder. The other ends of the first drain pipe and the second drain pipe are located between the two cylinders in the width direction of the box.

[0012] An integrally molded adapter, located between the two cylindrical bodies in the width direction of the housing, the adapter having:

[0013] A first water inlet and a second water inlet are connected, with the first water inlet connected to the other end of the first drain pipe and the second water inlet connected to the other end of the second drain pipe.

[0014] A first water outlet and a second water outlet, wherein the first water outlet is connected to the first water inlet and the second water outlet is connected to the second water inlet;

[0015] The first air inlet and the second air inlet are connected to the first water outlet and the first water inlet, and the second air inlet is connected to the second water outlet and the second water inlet.

[0016] A first air tube, configured to connect the first air inlet and one of the cylinders;

[0017] A second air tube, configured to connect the second air inlet and another of the cylinders;

[0018] The adapter is located near the upper end of the cylinder in the height direction of the housing, and the adapter is fixedly connected to the rear plate to support the first drain pipe and the second drain pipe.

[0019] First, by using an integrated adapter to achieve drainage of multiple cylinders, not only is centralized drainage of the first and second drainage pipes effectively realized, greatly simplifying the drainage pipeline system, but also the first, second, first, and second air pipes can be supported and fixed simultaneously using the integrated adapter. Thus, based on the dual-cylinder design, the drainage pipelines of the two cylinders are simply and stably fixed together.

[0020] Secondly, the one-piece molded adapter integrates the first and second water inlets, the first and second water outlets, the first and second air inlets, and the second air inlet, further ensuring the proper positioning of the first and second drain pipes, the first air pipe, and the second air pipe between the two cylinders, thus ensuring smooth and stable drainage. Furthermore, the one-piece molded adapter simultaneously connects the first and second air inlets to their corresponding cylinders, ensuring that the internal air pressure of the first and second water outlets matches that of the cylinder. This allows the two cylinders to operate simultaneously or independently, avoiding siphoning caused by internal air evacuation during drainage, effectively preventing sewage backflow and improving safety and reliability.

[0021] Furthermore, in the process of connecting the first and second water inlets with the corresponding cylinders and draining water from the first and second water outlets, the integrally molded adapter also has good structural strength, thus effectively ensuring that the adapter is not affected by the impact of water flow during the drainage process, thereby improving the drainage stability and reliability of the clothing treatment device.

[0022] On the one hand, the adapter is positioned at approximately the same distance from both cylinders, allowing for more balanced support and connection of the first drain pipe, second drain pipe, first air pipe, and second air pipe. This further improves the structural stability and drainage efficiency of the drainage assembly, and optimizes the space occupied by the drainage assembly within the housing, resulting in a more compact and rational overall structure. On the other hand, the adapter's location integrates the two drain pipes of the two cylinders into a single adapter, situated at the midpoint of the width of both cylinders. This accommodates situations where the garment handling device requires two drain pipes in a two-cylinder configuration, effectively optimizing the drainage path. Furthermore, it effectively reduces pipe crossings and interference, contributing to a smoother and more stable drainage process.

[0023] It is evident that the one-piece molded adapter can not only realize the drainage and support functions of the dual-cylinder pipe of the garment processing device, but also simultaneously achieve anti-siphon phenomenon, and further ensure the drainage reliability of the garment processing device.

[0024] In some embodiments of this application, the first air inlet and the second air inlet are circular air inlets, the inner diameter of the first air inlet is smaller than the inner diameter of the first water outlet, and the inner diameter of the second air inlet is smaller than the inner diameter of the second water outlet.

[0025] Since the first water inlet, the first water outlet, and the first air inlet are connected, and the second water inlet, the second water outlet, and the second air inlet are connected, by setting the inner diameter of the first air inlet and the inner diameter of the second air inlet to be smaller than the corresponding inner diameter of the first water outlet and the second water outlet, it is ensured that when water is discharged from the first water outlet and the second water outlet, the first air inlet and the second air inlet will not be blocked, and water will not flow back into their respective cylinders from the air inlets. This ensures the air pressure connectivity between the first air inlet and the second air inlet and the cylinder, as well as the effect of clothing treatment, enhances the reliability of the drainage component in preventing siphoning, and improves the cleaning efficiency of the clothing treatment device.

[0026] In some embodiments of this application, the adapter includes:

[0027] The first drainage section has the first water outlet at one end, and the first air inlet and the first water inlet are located at the other end of the first drainage section.

[0028] The second drainage section is arranged side by side with the first drainage section along the width direction of the box body. One end of the second drainage section has the second water outlet, and the second air inlet and the second water inlet are located at the other end of the second drainage section.

[0029] The first air intake section has the first air inlet, and the inner diameter of the first air intake section is a stepped hole variable diameter structure, with the inner diameter being the smallest near the first drainage section.

[0030] The second air intake section has a second air inlet. The inner diameter of the second air intake section is a stepped hole with a variable diameter structure, and the inner diameter is smallest near the second drainage section.

[0031] By setting the inner diameters of the first and second air intake sections to a stepped orifice structure, with the inner diameter being smallest near the first and second drain sections, the possibility of water entering the first and second air intake sections during drainage is effectively reduced. This prevents blockages in the first and second air intake sections, thus preventing air from being blocked. Simultaneously, the first and second air intake sections can also intake as much air as possible during intake to effectively prevent siphoning and ensure the normal operation of the garment processing device.

[0032] In some embodiments of this application, the first intake section has:

[0033] The first end is connected to the first water outlet;

[0034] The second end extends in a direction away from the first end and is connected to the first trachea. The inner diameter of the second end is larger than the inner diameter of the first end.

[0035] The second intake section has:

[0036] The third end is connected to the second outlet.

[0037] The fourth end extends in a direction away from the third end and is connected to the second trachea. The inner diameter of the fourth end is larger than the inner diameter of the third end.

[0038] As can be seen, the first end of the first air intake section connects to the first drain pipe, and the second end connects to the first air pipe. By setting the inner diameter of the second end to be larger than that of the first end, the possibility of water entering the first end during the drain pipe process can be effectively reduced, thus preventing the first exhaust section from being blocked and preventing air from entering. At the same time, this also allows the second end to intake as much air as possible during intake, ensuring that the internal air pressure of the first drain pipe is consistent with that of the first cylinder, effectively preventing siphoning and ensuring the normal operation of the clothing processing device.

[0039] Similarly, the first end of the second air inlet section connects to the second drain pipe, and the second end connects to the second air pipe. By making the inner diameter of the fourth end smaller than that of the third end, the possibility of water entering the first end during drainage is effectively reduced, thus preventing the second air inlet section from becoming blocked and preventing air from entering. Simultaneously, this allows for maximum air intake at the second end, ensuring that the internal air pressure of the second drain pipe remains consistent with that of the second cylinder, effectively preventing siphoning and ensuring the normal operation of the clothing processing device. Furthermore, the coaxial arrangement of the second air inlet section and the second drain section makes the overall structure more compact, reduces pipe length, further reduces water flow resistance, and improves the drainage efficiency of the clothing processing device.

[0040] In some embodiments of this application, the rear plate is provided with a first through hole and a second through hole;

[0041] The first drainage section has one end with the first outlet through the first through hole, so that the first drainage section extends at least partially out of the box body;

[0042] The second drainage section has one end with the second outlet inserted through the second through hole, so that the second drainage section extends at least partially out of the box body.

[0043] By inserting the first and second drainage sections of the adapter through the first and second through holes on the rear plate, allowing at least a portion of the first and second drainage sections to extend outside the housing, water from the first and second cylinders can be drained from the housing, thus achieving the drainage function of the garment handling device. Furthermore, the first and second drainage sections, inserted through the first and second through holes on the rear plate, provide support for the adapter, making its installation more stable and reliable. Moreover, since the adapter partially extends outside the housing, it facilitates the replacement and maintenance of the external drain pipe, thereby improving user convenience.

[0044] In some embodiments of this application, the adapter further includes:

[0045] A fixing part is integrally disposed on the outer peripheral surface of the first drainage section and the second drainage section, and the fixing part is configured to be fixed to the rear plate so that the adapter is fixed to the rear plate.

[0046] On the one hand, by setting fixing holes on the fixing part and using fasteners to connect the fixing part to the side of the rear plate located inside the housing, the installation stability of the adapter can be further improved, preventing the adapter from shaking or falling off during use, thus ensuring the normal operation of the drainage assembly. On the other hand, by using the fixing part integrally set on the outer peripheral surface of the first and second drainage sections, the structural stability of the first and second drainage sections can be further enhanced, thereby improving the structural strength of the adapter and enabling the adapter to better support and connect the first drainage pipe, second drainage pipe, first air pipe, and second air pipe. In addition, this design can also simplify the installation steps of the drainage assembly, improve assembly efficiency, and reduce manufacturing costs.

[0047] In some embodiments of this application, the drainage assembly further includes:

[0048] The third drain pipe is located outside the box, and one end of the third drain pipe is connected to the end of the first drain section that extends out of the box.

[0049] The fourth drain pipe is located outside the box body, and one end of the fourth drain pipe is connected to the end of the second drain section that extends out of the box body;

[0050] A drain connector, wherein the drain connector is disposed outside the housing, and the drain connector comprises:

[0051] The first branch pipe section is connected to the other end of the third drainage pipe;

[0052] The second branch pipe section is connected to the other end of the fourth drain pipe;

[0053] A manifold section, which connects to a first branch section and a second branch section, has a manifold outlet configured to connect to a floor drain.

[0054] By incorporating a drain connector, when the garment handling device is in drainage mode, water from the first drain pipe enters the first branch section of the drain connector through the third drain pipe, while water from the second drain pipe enters the second branch section of the drain connector through the fourth drain pipe. The water from both the first and second branch sections then flows into the manifold section and is discharged to the floor drain through a single manifold outlet. This allows for the discharge of water from both the first and second cylinders through a single outlet, reducing pipe waste. Furthermore, the direct connection of the manifold outlet to the floor drain makes the drainage structure of the garment handling device more compact, reducing the space occupied by drainage pipes and resulting in a simpler overall structure and improved space utilization. Simultaneously, because the manifold section combines the water from the first and second branch sections before discharging through a single outlet, the drainage process is smoother, reducing drainage resistance and time, and improving drainage efficiency. Moreover, since the drain connector is located outside the casing, it facilitates user inspection and maintenance of the drainage components, improving user convenience and the overall reliability of the garment handling device.

[0055] In some embodiments of this application, the adapter further includes:

[0056] The first water inlet section is located below the first drainage section along the height direction of the box body, and the first air inlet section is coaxially arranged with the first drainage section along the depth direction of the box body. The first water inlet section has the first water inlet.

[0057] The second water inlet section is located below the second drainage section along the height direction of the box body. The second air inlet section is coaxially arranged with the second drainage section along the depth direction of the box body. The second drainage section and the first water inlet section are arranged side by side along the width direction of the box body. The second water inlet section has a second water inlet.

[0058] The first drain pipe includes:

[0059] A first connecting end is located at the bottom of one of the cylinders to connect to one of the cylinders;

[0060] The second connecting end extends along the height direction of the box body to be located above the first connecting end and close to the upper end of the cylinder body in the height direction of the box body. The second connecting end is sleeved on the first drainage section to connect to the first water inlet.

[0061] The second drain pipe includes:

[0062] A third connecting end is located at the bottom of another cylinder to connect to the other cylinder;

[0063] The fourth connecting end extends along the height direction of the housing so as to be located above the third connecting end and close to the upper end of the cylinder in the height direction of the housing, and the fourth connecting end is sleeved on the second water inlet section to connect to the second water inlet.

[0064] As can be seen, the first and second water inlet sections extend along the height of the tank and are respectively connected to the second and fourth connecting ends to allow water from the two cylinders to flow into the adapter. This design makes the connection between the first and second drain pipes and the first and second water inlet sections more convenient and secure, and can also effectively prevent loosening or leakage at the connection due to the impact of water flow during drainage, thereby improving the sealing and stability of the drainage components.

[0065] In addition, the first air intake section and the first drainage section are coaxially arranged along the depth direction of the box, and the second air intake section and the second drainage section are coaxially arranged along the depth direction of the box. This can also prevent water from the cylinder from rushing into the adapter from bottom to top and impacting the first air intake section and the second air intake section, causing blockage of the first air intake section and the second air intake section, thereby ensuring the anti-siphon effect of the clothing treatment device.

[0066] In some embodiments of this application, the two cylindrical bodies are respectively:

[0067] A first cylindrical body is provided with a first connecting hole, which is connected to the first air pipe and the first air port. In the height direction of the box body, the first connecting hole is located above the first highest water level of the first cylindrical body.

[0068] The second cylinder has a second connecting hole, which connects to the second air pipe and the second air port. In the height direction of the tank, the second connecting hole is located above the second highest water level of the second cylinder.

[0069] By opening a first connecting hole and a second connecting hole on the first and second cylinders, and connecting these holes to the first and second air inlets via the first and second air pipes, the first and second drain pipes can be correspondingly connected to the first and second cylinders. This allows air from the first cylinder to enter the first drain pipe, and air from the second cylinder to enter the second drain pipe, effectively preventing sewage backflow due to siphoning and further avoiding the possibility of clothing in the first and second cylinders being contaminated by sewage. Furthermore, since the first connecting hole is located above the first highest water level and the second connecting hole is located above the second highest water level, it prevents water from entering the first and second cylinders and affecting the ventilation function of the first and second air pipes. It also prevents water from entering the drainage components during non-drainage periods of the first and second cylinders, thus avoiding interference with the proper operation of the clothing processing device.

[0070] In some embodiments of this application, in the depth direction of the housing, the first connecting hole is disposed on the side of the first cylinder near the adapter, and the second connecting hole is disposed on the side of the second cylinder near the adapter.

[0071] By positioning the first connecting hole on the first cylinder close to the adapter, and similarly, positioning the second connecting hole on the second cylinder close to the adapter, the overall pipeline path connecting the first and second air pipes to the first and second connecting holes is reduced, further shortening the pipeline length, reducing water flow resistance, and improving the drainage efficiency of the drainage assembly. Furthermore, this design makes connecting the first and second air pipes to the adapter more convenient, improving assembly efficiency and structural stability.

[0072] In some embodiments of this application, the lowest position of the first outlet along the height direction of the tank is located above the first highest water level of the first cylinder;

[0073] The lowest position of the second outlet along the height direction of the tank is located above the second highest water level of the second cylinder.

[0074] Based on the siphon effect, the pressure inside the siphon pipe decreases as the height increases. Under natural conditions, when the first drain pipe is full of water, the air in the water will automatically rise due to pressure. When the air accumulates to the lowest point along the height of the tank at the first outlet, the accumulated air will cause the water flow inside the first drain pipe to stop, thus preventing the siphon effect from occurring. Therefore, by appropriately raising the height of the first outlet, air can naturally accumulate at the highest point of the first drain pipe, thereby limiting backflow caused by the siphon effect and preventing backflow of sewage into the first cylinder.

[0075] Similarly, under natural conditions, when the second drain pipe is full of water, the air in the water will automatically rise due to pressure. When the air accumulates to the lowest point along the height of the tank at the second outlet, the accumulated air will cause the water inside the second drain pipe to be interrupted, thus preventing a siphon effect. In this way, by appropriately raising the height of the second outlet, the highest part of the second drain pipe can naturally accumulate air, thereby limiting backflow caused by siphoning and preventing backflow of sewage into the second cylinder.

[0076] Secondly, embodiments of this application also disclose a combined garment processing device, comprising:

[0077] A first garment processing device, wherein the first garment processing device is a drum washing machine;

[0078] The second garment processing device is the garment processing device as described in the first aspect, and the second garment processing device is detachably disposed on the top of the first garment processing device.

[0079] A combined garment processing device with the garment processing apparatus described in the first aspect above can also achieve the beneficial effects described in the first aspect. Furthermore, the second garment processing device is detachably mounted on top of the first garment processing device. This detachable connection not only makes the installation and disassembly of the combined garment processing device more convenient, but also facilitates separate maintenance and upkeep of the first and second garment processing devices by the user, improving the ease of use and overall reliability of the equipment.

[0080] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this application are:

[0081] The garment handling device disclosed in this application, by incorporating an adapter, connects the first and second air ports to their respective drum bodies. This ensures that the first and second water outlets maintain consistent internal air pressure with their respective drum bodies. This prevents siphoning caused by the expulsion of internal air from the two drain pipes while ensuring simultaneous or individual operation of the two washing chambers, thus preventing backflow of wastewater. Furthermore, the adapter facilitates the connection, support, and positioning of the first and second drain pipes, the first air pipe, and the second air pipe. The adapter also allows for a more compact layout of the drainage components, reducing pipe length, lowering water flow resistance, and improving drainage efficiency. Simultaneously, the adapter is a one-piece molded component, which is more conducive to manufacturing and improves the overall structural stability and reliability. Attached Figure Description

[0082] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the embodiments 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 based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0083] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the garment processing apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0084] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the garment processing apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application from another perspective;

[0085] Figure 3 An exploded view of the garment processing apparatus provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0086] Figure 4 A rear view of the garment handling apparatus (rear plate omitted) provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0087] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the adapter provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0088] Figure 6 A front view of the adapter provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0089] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Sectional view of AA;

[0090] Figure 8 for Figure 6 Sectional view of BB;

[0091] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the garment processing device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0092] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of the adapter provided in an embodiment of this application from another perspective;

[0093] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of the garment processing device (without the rear plate) provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0094] Figure 12 A schematic diagram of the structure of the rear plate, the fifth drain pipe and the drain connector provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0095] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the combined garment processing device provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0096] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0097] 100 - Clothing handling device;

[0098] 10-Box body; 101-Front panel; 101a-Opening; 101b-Foot;

[0099] 102 - Rear plate; 1021 - First through hole; 1022 - Second through hole;

[0100] 103 - Left side panel; 104 - Right side panel; 105 - Top panel; 106 - Bottom panel;

[0101] 11-Cylinder body;

[0102] 111-First cylinder; 1111-First connecting hole;

[0103] 112 - Second cylinder; 1121 - Second connecting hole;

[0104] 12-Drainage assembly; 121-First drain pipe; 1211-First connecting end; 1212-Second connecting end;

[0105] 122 - Second drain pipe; 1221 - Third connecting end; 1222 - Fourth connecting end;

[0106] 123 - Adapter; 123a - First water inlet; 123b - Second water inlet; 123c - First water outlet; 123d - Second water outlet; 123e - First air inlet; 123f - Second air inlet;

[0107] 1231 - First drainage section; 1232 - Second drainage section; 1231a - Fixing part; 1231b - Fixing hole;

[0108] 1233 - First intake section; 1233a - First reinforcement section;

[0109] 1234 - Second intake section; 1234a - Second reinforcing section;

[0110] 1235 - First intake section; 1235a - First end; 1235b - Second end; 1236 - Second intake section; 1236a - Third end; 1236b - Fourth end;

[0111] 127 - Third drain pipe; 124 - Fourth drain pipe; 125 - First air pipe; 126 - Second air pipe;

[0112] 13-First drainage pump; 14-Second drainage pump;

[0113] 15-Drainage connector; 151-First branch pipe section; 152-Second branch pipe section; 153-Manifold section; 1531-Manifold outlet;

[0114] 16 - Fifth drain pipe;

[0115] F1 - Width direction; F2 - Height direction; F3 - Depth direction;

[0116] 200 - Modular garment processing equipment; 201 - First garment processing device. Detailed Implementation

[0117] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0118] In this application, the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for the purpose of better describing this application and its embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated device, element, or component to having a specific orientation, or to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation.

[0119] Furthermore, in addition to indicating location or positional relationship, some of the aforementioned terms may also have other meanings. For example, the term "above" may also be used in some cases to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0120] Furthermore, the terms "installation," "setup," "equipped with," "connection," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; 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, or an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0121] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are primarily used to distinguish different devices, elements, or components (which may be the same or different in specific type and construction), and are not intended to indicate or imply the relative importance or quantity of the indicated devices, elements, or components. Unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0122] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the singular forms of "a," "an," and "the" may also include the plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that terms such as "comprising / including" or "having" specify the presence of the stated features, integrals, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof, but do not preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0123] In modern household life, laundry appliances (such as washing machines) have become indispensable helpers, greatly reducing people's housework burden. After using these appliances to complete the washing task, the drainage process becomes particularly crucial. Currently, the mainstream drainage method relies on a drain pump installed inside the washing machine. After the washing cycle ends, the drain pump starts working, generating strong suction to draw up the water that has been washed and rinsed from inside the drum. This water is then discharged to the outside of the washing machine through the drain hose.

[0124] However, during the drainage process, as water flows along the drain pipe, it quickly forces out any air that was originally inside. As drainage continues, a section of pipe gradually fills with water. When the entire drainage process is complete, if the drain outlet is submerged below the liquid surface—for example, if the washing machine is placed in a low-lying area and the drain outlet is in a puddle or a waterlogged environment—a siphon effect will occur inside the drain pipe.

[0125] The siphon effect utilizes the pressure difference created by the height difference of the liquid level inside the drain pipe. Under the influence of gravity and other factors, the water in the drain pipe automatically flows upwards from the drain outlet, thus drawing external sewage back into the drum. This can cause previously clean and washed clothes to be re-contaminated by this backflow of sewage, causing unnecessary inconvenience and loss for the user.

[0126] In view of this, the clothing handling device disclosed in this application can not only avoid the siphon phenomenon caused by the internal air being emptied from the two drain pipes that are draining, thus preventing the sewage backflow problem caused by the siphon phenomenon, but also make the layout of the drainage components more compact, thereby reducing the pipe length, reducing the water flow resistance, and improving the drainage efficiency.

[0127] It should be noted that the garment handling device of this application can take many different forms. For example, it can be a washing machine, a dryer, a washer-dryer combo, etc. When the garment handling device is a washing machine, it can be a front-loading washing machine, a top-loading washing machine, etc. In addition, the washing machine can also be a single-drum washing machine, a twin-drum washing machine, or a multi-drum washing machine (i.e., having three or more drums).

[0128] That is, the clothing handling device of this application involves multiple drums. If the clothing handling device is a washing machine, then all of the multiple drums can be used to wash clothes. Alternatively, if the clothing handling device is a washer-dryer combo, then some of the multiple drums can be used to wash clothes, and other drums can be used to dry clothes; or, all the drums can be used to wash and dry clothes, and different drums can execute the same program at the same time, or they can execute different programs at the same time.

[0129] It is understandable that when the garment handling device involves multiple drums, the multiple drums can operate simultaneously or independently. For example, while at least one drum is performing a washing or rinsing program, at least one drum may be performing a spin-drying or drying program, or at least one drum may be in standby mode and not performing any program.

[0130] The technical solution of this application will be further described below with reference to the embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0131] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 5 ,in, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the garment processing apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the garment processing apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application from another perspective. Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the garment processing apparatus provided in the embodiments of this application. Figure 4 This is a rear view of the garment handling apparatus (rear plate omitted) provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the adapter provided in one embodiment of this application.

[0132] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide a garment processing device 100, which includes a housing 10. The housing 10 may be the outer shell of the garment processing device 100, or it may be a combination of the outer shell of the garment processing device 100 and a support frame.

[0133] In some embodiments, the housing 10 includes a front panel 101, a rear panel 102, a left side panel 103, a right side panel 104, and a top panel 105. The front panel 101 and the rear panel 102 are spaced apart and parallel to each other, and the left side panel 103 and the right side panel 104 are spaced apart and parallel to each other. The left side panel 103 is located to the left of the front panel 101 and the rear panel 102, with one end connected to the front panel 101 and the other end connected to the rear panel 102. The right side panel 104 is located to the right of the front panel 101 and the rear panel 102, with one end connected to the front panel 101 and the other end connected to the rear panel 102. The front panel 101, the left side panel 103, the rear panel 102, and the right side panel 104 form a ring-shaped structure. The top panel 105 covers the top of this ring-shaped structure. The front panel 101, the rear panel 102, the left side panel 103, the right side panel 104, and the top panel 105 together form a receiving space.

[0134] In some embodiments, the housing 10 further includes a frame (not shown), which includes a front frame and a rear frame. The front frame is connected to the front panel 101, and the rear frame is connected to the rear panel 102.

[0135] In some embodiments, the housing 10 includes a bottom plate 106, which is spaced apart from and parallel to the top plate 105. The bottom plate 106 is connected to the ends of the front plate 101, rear plate 102, left side plate 103, and right side plate 104 away from the top plate 105.

[0136] In some embodiments, the frame includes multiple crossbeams (not shown in the figure), which are spaced apart and parallel to each other. One end of each crossbeam is connected to the front panel 101 and the other end is connected to the rear panel 102. The crossbeams are used to support the entire box 10, so that the entire box 10 can remain stable.

[0137] It is understandable that the width direction F1 of the box body refers to the direction in which the left side panel 103 and the right side panel 104 are arranged alternately, the depth direction F3 refers to the direction in which the front panel 101 and the rear panel 102 are arranged alternately, and the height direction F2 refers to the height direction F2 of the box body 10. The height direction F2 is perpendicular to both the width direction F1 and the depth direction F3. It should be noted that the following explanation will use the width direction F1 to refer to the width direction F1 of the box body 10, the height direction F2 to refer to the height direction F2 of the box body 10, and the depth direction F3 to refer to the depth direction F3 of the box body 10.

[0138] In some embodiments, the front panel 101 is located on the side facing the user, and the front panel 101 has two openings 101a, which are spaced apart along the width direction F1 of the housing 10.

[0139] In some embodiments, the bottom of the housing 10 is provided with feet 101b, which can support the housing 10.

[0140] In some embodiments, the garment handling device 100 includes two cylindrical bodies 11 disposed within a housing 10. The two cylindrical bodies 11 are arranged side by side in a horizontal direction, and each cylindrical body 11 has an opening (not shown), which is connected to two corresponding openings 101a. The horizontal direction is actually the same direction as the width direction F1 of the housing 10.

[0141] In some embodiments, the garment handling device 100 includes a drainage assembly 12 disposed inside the housing 10 for draining water from the drum 11 to the outside of the housing 10.

[0142] In some embodiments, the drainage assembly 12 includes a first drain pipe 121 and a second drain pipe 122. One end of the first drain pipe 121 is connected to one of the cylinders 11 to drain water from that cylinder 11, and the other end of the first drain pipe 121 extends along the height direction F3 of the housing 10 to be located near the upper end of the cylinder 11. One end of the second drain pipe 122 is connected to the other cylinder 11 to drain water from that cylinder 11, and the other end of the second drain pipe 122 extends along the height direction F3 of the housing 10 to be located near the upper end of the cylinder 11. The other ends of the first drain pipe 121 and the second drain pipe 122 are located between the two cylinders 11 in the width direction F1 of the housing 10.

[0143] In some embodiments, the drainage assembly 12 includes an integrally formed adapter 123 located between two cylinders 11 in the width direction F1 of the housing 10. The adapter 123 has a first water inlet 123a, a second water inlet 123b, a first water outlet 123c, a second water outlet 123d, a first air outlet 123e, and a second air outlet 123f. The first water inlet 123a, the first water outlet 123c, and the first air outlet 123e are connected, and the second water inlet 123b, the second water outlet 123d, and the second air outlet 123f are connected. The first water inlet 123a is connected to the end of the first drain pipe 121 away from the cylinder 11, and the second water inlet 123b is connected to the end of the second drain pipe 122 away from the cylinder 11.

[0144] In some embodiments, the drainage assembly includes a first air pipe 125 configured to connect a first air port 123e and one of the cylinders 11.

[0145] In some embodiments, the drainage assembly includes a second duct 126 configured to connect a second vent 123f and another cylinder 11.

[0146] In some embodiments, the adapter 123 is located near the upper end of the cylinder 11 in the height direction F2 of the housing 10, and the adapter 123 is fixedly connected to the rear plate 102 to support the first drain pipe 121 and the second drain pipe 122.

[0147] First, by using an integrally molded adapter 123 to achieve drainage of multiple cylinders 11, not only is centralized drainage of the first drainage pipe 121 and the second drainage pipe 122 effectively realized, greatly simplifying the drainage pipeline system, but also the adapter 123 can be used to simultaneously support and fix the first drainage pipe 121, the second drainage pipe 122, the first air pipe 125 and the second air pipe 126, thereby achieving a simple and stable fixation of the drainage pipelines of the two cylinders together on the basis of realizing the dual-cylinder design.

[0148] Secondly, the one-piece molded adapter 123 integrates the first inlet 123a, the second inlet 123b, the first outlet 123c, the second outlet 123d, the first air port 123e, and the second air port 123f, further ensuring the position of the first drain pipe 121, the second drain pipe 122, the first air pipe 125, and the second air pipe 126 between the two cylinders 11, thereby ensuring smooth and stable drainage. Furthermore, the one-piece molded adapter 123 simultaneously connects the first air port 123e and the second air port 123f to the corresponding cylinders 11, ensuring that the internal air pressure of the first outlet 123c and the second outlet 123d is consistent with that of the cylinder. This allows the two cylinders 11 to operate simultaneously or independently, avoiding siphoning caused by internal air evacuation during drainage, effectively preventing sewage backflow, and improving safety and reliability.

[0149] Furthermore, in the process of achieving water circuit connection between the first water inlet 123a, the second water inlet 123b and the corresponding cylinder 11, and the drainage of the first water outlet 123c and the second water outlet 123d, the integrally formed adapter 123 can also have good structural strength, thereby effectively ensuring that the adapter is not affected by the impact of water flow during the drainage process, thereby improving the drainage stability and reliability of the clothing treatment device 100.

[0150] On the one hand, the adapter 123 is approximately equidistant from the two cylinders 11, allowing it to more evenly support and connect the first drain pipe 121, the second drain pipe 122, the first air pipe 125, and the second air pipe 126. This further improves the structural stability and drainage efficiency of the drainage assembly 12 and optimizes its space occupancy within the housing 10, resulting in a more compact and rational overall structure. On the other hand, the design of the adapter 123 integrates the two drain pipes of the two cylinders 11 into a single adapter 123, located at the midpoint of the width F1 of the two cylinders 11. This satisfies the requirement of arranging two drain pipes in the case of two cylinders 11, effectively optimizing the drainage path. Furthermore, it effectively reduces the crossing and interference between pipes, contributing to improved smoothness and stability of the drainage process.

[0151] It can be seen that the one-piece molded adapter 123 can not only realize the drainage and support functions of the double-cylinder pipe of the clothing treatment device 100, but also realize the anti-siphon phenomenon at the same time, and further ensure the drainage reliability of the clothing treatment device.

[0152] Please combine Figures 2 to 5 As shown, in some embodiments, a first drainage pump 13 can be installed between the first drain pipe 121 and the first cylinder 111. One end of the first drainage pump 13 is connected to the first cylinder 111 via a pipe, and the other end is connected to the first drain pipe 121. By installing the first drainage pump 13, water in the first cylinder 111 can be pumped into the first drain pipe 121. Similarly, a second drainage pump 14 can be installed between the second drain pipe 122 and the second cylinder 112. One end of the second drainage pump 14 is connected to the second cylinder 112 via a pipe, and the other end is connected to the second drain pipe 122. By installing the second drainage pump 14, water in the second cylinder 112 can be pumped into the second drain pipe 122.

[0153] It is understandable that, since the first cylinder 111 and the second cylinder 112 will vibrate to a certain extent relative to the housing 10 when they rotate, the vibration of the first cylinder 111 and the second cylinder 112 will cause them to displace relative to the housing 10. Therefore, the first drainage pump 13 and the first cylinder 111, as well as the second drainage pump 14 and the second cylinder 112, can be connected by pipes with a certain deformation margin, such as rubber hoses and corrugated pipes, to meet the stroke requirements of the first cylinder 111 and the second cylinder 112 during use.

[0154] Please refer to the following: Figures 6 to 8 ,in, Figure 6 This is a front view of the adapter provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 7 for Figure 6Sectional view of AA, Figure 8 for Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of BB.

[0155] In some embodiments, the first air port 123e and the second air port 123f are circular air ports, the diameter of the first air port 123e is smaller than the diameter of the first water outlet 123c, and the diameter of the second air port 123f is smaller than the diameter of the second water outlet 123d. Since the first water inlet 123a, the first water outlet 123c, and the first air outlet 123e are connected, and the second water inlet 123b, the second water outlet 123d, and the second air outlet 123f are connected, by setting the diameter of the first air outlet 123e and the diameter of the second air outlet 123f to be smaller than the corresponding diameters of the first water outlet 123c and the second water outlet 123d, it is ensured that when water is discharged from the first water outlet 123c and the second water outlet 123d, the first air outlet 123e and the second air outlet 123f will not be blocked, and water will not flow back into their respective cylinders 11 through the air outlets. This ensures the air pressure connectivity between the first air outlet 123e and the second air outlet 123f and the cylinder 11, as well as the effect of clothing treatment, enhances the reliability of the drainage component 12 in preventing siphoning, and improves the cleaning efficiency of the clothing treatment device 100.

[0156] In some embodiments, the adapter 123 includes a first drainage section 1231, one end of which has a first water outlet 123c, and a first air outlet 123e and a first water inlet 123a are located at the other end of the first drainage section 1231.

[0157] In some embodiments, the adapter 123 includes a second drainage section 1232, which is arranged side by side with the first drainage section 1231 along the width direction F1 of the housing 10. One end of the second drainage section 1232 has a second water outlet 123d, and the second air outlet 123f and the second water inlet 123b are located at the other end of the second drainage section 1232.

[0158] In some embodiments, the adapter 123 further includes a first air intake section 1235, which has a first air port 123e. The inner diameter of the first air intake section 1235 is a stepped hole variable diameter structure, with the inner diameter being the smallest near the first drainage section 1231.

[0159] In some embodiments, the adapter 123 further includes a second air intake section 1236, which has a second air port 123f. The inner diameter of the second air intake section 1236 is a stepped hole variable diameter structure, with the inner diameter being smallest near the second drain section 1232.

[0160] By setting the inner diameters of the first air intake section 1235 and the second air intake section 1236 to a stepped orifice structure, with the inner diameter being smallest near the first drain section 1231 and the second drain section 1232, the possibility of water entering the first air intake section 1235 and the second air intake section 1236 during the drainage process of the first drain pipe 121 and the second drain pipe 122 can be effectively reduced. This prevents the first air intake section 1235 and the second air intake section 1236 from becoming blocked, thus preventing air from entering. At the same time, the first air intake section 1235 and the second air intake section 1236 can also intake as much air as possible during air intake to effectively prevent siphoning and ensure the normal operation of the clothing handling device 100.

[0161] In some embodiments, the first air intake section 1235 has a first end 1235a and a second end 1235b. The first end 1235a is connected to the first water outlet 123c, and the second end 1235b extends in a direction away from the first end 1235a and is connected to the first air pipe 125. The inner diameter of the first end 1235a is smaller than the inner diameter of the second end 1235b.

[0162] As can be seen, the first end 1235a of the first air intake section 1235 is connected to the first drain pipe 121 and the third drain pipe 127, and the second end 1235b is connected to the first air pipe 125. By making the inner diameter of the first end 1235a smaller than the inner diameter of the second end 1235b, the possibility of water entering the first end 1235a during the drainage process of the first drain pipe 121 and the third drain pipe 127 can be effectively reduced, thereby preventing the first exhaust section from being blocked and preventing air from entering. At the same time, this also allows the second end 1235b to take in as much air as possible during air intake, so as to ensure that the internal air pressure of the first drain pipe 121 and the third drain pipe 127 is consistent with that of the first cylinder 111, effectively preventing the occurrence of siphon phenomenon and ensuring the normal operation of the clothing handling device 100. Optionally, the inner diameter of the first intake section 1235 can gradually increase from the first end 1235a to the second end 1235b to further reduce the possibility of water entering the first intake section 1235. At the same time, the gradual increase in the inner diameter of the first intake section 1235 can also make the air flow more smoothly when entering the first intake section 1235, reduce the resistance to air flow, and thus improve the intake efficiency.

[0163] In some embodiments, the second air inlet section 1236 has a third end 1236a and a fourth end 1236b. The third end 1236a is connected to the second water outlet 123d, and the fourth end 1236b extends in a direction away from the third end 1236a and is connected to the second air pipe 126. The inner diameter of the third end 1236a is smaller than the inner diameter of the fourth end 1236b.

[0164] Similarly, the third end 1236a of the second air intake section 1236 is connected to the second drain pipe 122 and the fourth drain pipe 124, and the fourth end 1236b is connected to the second air pipe 126. By making the inner diameter of the third end 1236a smaller than the inner diameter of the fourth end 1236b, the possibility of water entering the third end 1236a during the drainage process of the second drain pipe 122 and the fourth drain pipe 124 can be effectively reduced, thereby preventing the second air intake section 1236 from being blocked and preventing air from entering. At the same time, this also allows the fourth end 1236b to take in as much air as possible during air intake, so as to ensure that the internal air pressure of the second drain pipe 122 and the fourth drain pipe 124 is consistent with that of the second cylinder 112, effectively preventing the occurrence of siphon phenomenon and ensuring the normal operation of the clothing handling device 100.

[0165] Optionally, the inner diameter of the second air intake section 1236 can also gradually increase from the third end 1236a to the fourth end 1236b, in order to further reduce the possibility of water entering the second air intake section 1236. At the same time, the gradual increase in the inner diameter of the second air intake section 1236 can also make the air enter the second air intake section 1236 more smoothly, reduce the resistance to air flow, and thus improve the intake efficiency.

[0166] Furthermore, the first air intake section 1235 and the first drainage section 1231 are coaxially arranged along the depth direction F3 of the housing 10, and the second air intake section 1236 and the second drainage section 1232 are coaxially arranged along the depth direction F3 of the housing 10. The coaxial arrangement of the first air intake section 1235 and the first drainage section 1231 also makes the overall structure more compact, reduces the pipe length, further reduces water flow resistance, and improves the drainage efficiency of the clothing treatment device 100. Similarly, the coaxial arrangement of the second air intake section 1236 and the second drainage section 1232 also makes the overall structure more compact, reduces the pipe length, further reduces water flow resistance, and improves the drainage efficiency of the clothing treatment device 100.

[0167] In some embodiments, the adapter 123 further includes a first water inlet section 1233, located below the first drain section 1231 along the height direction F2 of the housing 10, and having a first water inlet 123a. The first drain pipe 121 includes a first connecting end 1211 and a second connecting end 1212. The first connecting end 1211 is located at the bottom of one of the cylinders 11 to connect to one of the cylinders 11. The second connecting end 1212 extends along the height direction F2 of the housing 10 to be located above the first connecting end 1211 and close to the upper end of the cylinder 11 in the height direction F2 of the housing 10. The second connecting end 1212 is sleeved on the first drain section 1231 to connect to the first water inlet 123a.

[0168] In some embodiments, the adapter 123 further includes a second water inlet section 1234, which is located below the second drain section 1232. The second drain section 1232 and the first water inlet section 1233 are arranged side by side along the width direction F1 of the housing 10. The second water inlet section 1234 has a second water inlet 123b. The second drain pipe 122 includes a third connecting end 1221 and a fourth connecting end 1222. The third connecting end 1221 is located at the bottom of another cylinder 11 to connect to the other cylinder 11. The fourth connecting end 1222 extends along the height direction F2 of the housing 10 to be located above the third connecting end 1221 and close to the upper end of the cylinder 11 in the height direction F2 of the housing 10. The fourth connecting end 1222 is sleeved on the second water inlet section 1234 to connect to the second water inlet 123b.

[0169] As can be seen, the first water inlet section 1233 and the second water inlet section 1234 extend along the height direction F2 of the housing 10 and are respectively connected to the second connecting end 1212 and the fourth connecting end 1222 so that the water in the two cylinders 11 flows into the adapter 123. This design makes the connection between the first drain pipe 121, the second drain pipe 122 and the first water inlet section 1233 and the second water inlet section 1234 more convenient and firm. It can also effectively prevent the connection from loosening or leaking due to the impact of the water flow during the drainage process, thereby improving the sealing and stability of the drainage component 12.

[0170] In some embodiments, the first water inlet section 1233 extends along the height direction F2 of the housing 10, and one end of the first water inlet section 1233 is connected to the first drainage section 1231. A first reinforcing part 1233a is provided at the connection between the first water inlet section 1233 and the first drainage section 1231, and the other end of the first water inlet section 1233 has a first water inlet 123a. Since the first water inlet section 1233 and the first drainage section 1231 are connected at an angle, the provision of the first reinforcing part 1233a can enhance the connection strength between the first water inlet section 1233 and the first drainage section 1231, making the overall structure more stable and avoiding leakage or breakage during use, thereby improving the reliability and service life of the drainage component 12.

[0171] In some embodiments, the second water inlet section 1234 extends along the height direction F2 of the housing 10, and one end of the second water inlet section 1234 is connected to the second drainage section 1232. A second reinforcing part 1234a is provided at the connection between the second water inlet section 1234 and the second drainage section 1232, and the other end of the second water inlet section 1234 has a second water inlet 123b. Since the second water inlet section 1234 and the second drainage section 1232 are connected at an angle, the provision of the second reinforcing part 1234a can enhance the connection strength between the second water inlet section 1234 and the second drainage section 1232, making the overall structure more stable and avoiding leakage or breakage during use, thereby improving the reliability and service life of the drainage assembly 12.

[0172] It is understood that the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232 mentioned above are drainage pipe sections. The first air intake section 1235 and the second air intake section 1236 are air intake pipe sections. The first water intake section 1233 and the second water intake section 1234 are water intake pipe sections.

[0173] In some embodiments, as described above, the housing 10 includes a rear plate 102, which is spaced apart from the front plate 101 along the depth direction F3 of the housing 10. The rear plate 102 has a first through hole 1021 and a second through hole 1022. A first drainage section 1231, with one end having a first outlet 123c, passes through the first through hole 1021, so that the first drainage section 1231 at least partially extends outside the housing 10. A second drainage section 1232, with one end having a second outlet 123d, passes through the second through hole 1022, so that the second drainage section 1232 at least partially extends outside the housing 10.

[0174] By passing the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232 of the adapter 123 through the first through hole 1021 and the second through hole 1022 on the rear plate 102, so that the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232 at least partially extend outside the housing 10, water inside the first cylinder 111 and the second cylinder 112 can be drained out of the housing 10 using the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232, thereby realizing the drainage function of the clothing handling device 100. In addition, the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232 passing through the first through hole 1021 and the second through hole 1022 on the rear plate 102 provide a certain degree of support for the adapter 123, making the installation of the adapter 123 more stable and reliable. Furthermore, since the adapter 123 extends outside the housing 10, it also facilitates the inspection and maintenance of the drainage component 12, improving the user's convenience and the overall reliability of the clothing handling device 100.

[0175] In some embodiments, the adapter may be formed as a single piece by, for example, injection molding. The adapter 123 includes a fixing part 1231a, which is integrally disposed on the outer peripheral surface of the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232. The fixing part 1231a is provided with a fixing hole 1231b that extends along the depth direction F3 of the housing 10. The fixing hole 1231b is configured to allow a fastener (not shown) to pass through, so that the fixing part 1231a is connected to the side of the rear plate 102 located inside the housing 10.

[0176] On the one hand, by providing fixing holes 1231b on the fixing part 1231a and using fasteners to connect the fixing part 1231a to the side of the rear plate 102 located inside the housing 10, the installation stability of the adapter 123 can be further improved, preventing the adapter 123 from shaking or falling off during use, thereby ensuring the normal operation of the drainage assembly 12. On the other hand, by using the fixing part 1231a integrally set on the outer peripheral surface of the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232, the structural stability of the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232 can be further enhanced, thereby improving the structural strength of the adapter 123, so that the adapter 123 can better support and connect the first drainage pipe 121, the second drainage pipe 122, the third drainage pipe 127, the fourth drainage pipe 124, the first air pipe 125, and the second air pipe 126. In addition, this design also simplifies the installation steps of the drainage assembly 12, improves assembly efficiency, and reduces manufacturing costs.

[0177] For example, the connection between the fixing hole 1231b and the fastener can be a threaded connection. In this case, the fixing hole 1231b is a threaded hole, and the fastener is a bolt or screw, so that the bolt or screw passes through the threaded hole, thereby connecting the adapter 123 to the side of the rear plate 102 located inside the housing 10. Of course, as another example, the connection between the fixing hole 1231b and the fastener can also be a snap-fit ​​connection, which is not limited in this embodiment.

[0178] For example, the shape of the fixing part 1231a may include, but is not limited to, plate-shaped, sheet-shaped, block-shaped, etc., and the embodiments of this application do not limit it.

[0179] It is understood that the fixing part 1231a may be provided extending along the width direction F1 of the housing 10. The fixing part 1231a may be provided with three fixing holes, one of which is located between the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232, and the other two fixing holes are located on one side of the first drainage section 1231 and the other side of the second drainage section 1232, respectively. During fixing, fasteners (e.g., screws or bolts) are passed through the fixing holes and fixed to the rear plate 102, thereby fixing the adapter 123 to the rear plate 102 along the depth direction F3 of the housing 10.

[0180] It should be noted that the laundry handling device 100 with washing function usually has a maximum water level limit, that is, the water level / inlet volume inside the drum 11 is recommended not to exceed or must not exceed a certain value. In the height direction F2, this water level / inlet volume relative to the height of the drum 11 is the maximum water level. Taking a washing machine as an example, the design of the maximum water level usually takes into account many factors, such as the maximum load / rated load of the motor. That is, it is necessary to consider whether the weight of the drum 11, the clothes and water inside the drum 11 is within the load range that the motor can operate normally; or, it is necessary to combine the specific specifications of the drum 11. For a specific drum 11, the allowable or recommended inlet volume is also limited. For drum washing machines, since the drum 11 is placed horizontally or at an angle, the height of the connection between the drum 11 and the motor shaft must be considered when designing the maximum water level. The maximum water level is usually designed to not exceed the connection between the drum 11 and the motor shaft in the height direction F2, so as to avoid water leakage. For example, in 8kg models, the water level is usually designed to be below 10L to avoid submerging the shaft of the drum 11 and causing water leakage from the bearings.

[0181] The following will take the clothes processing device 100 as a drum washing machine as an example. At this time, the first highest water level of the first drum 111 of the clothes processing device 100 is the height of the connection between the first drum 111 and the first motor shaft, and the second highest water level of the second drum 112 is the height of the connection between the second drum 112 and the second motor shaft.

[0182] The first motor shaft refers to the shaft used to connect with the first cylinder to drive the first cylinder to rotate. The second motor shaft refers to the shaft used to connect with the second cylinder to drive the second cylinder to rotate.

[0183] It is worth noting that the first cylinder 111 typically includes a first inner cylinder and a first outer cylinder, with the first inner cylinder disposed within the first outer cylinder. The first inner cylinder is rotatably connected to the first motor shaft, meaning that the first highest water level is the height at the connection point between the first inner cylinder and the first motor shaft. The second cylinder 112 typically includes a second inner cylinder and a second outer cylinder, with the second inner cylinder disposed within the second outer cylinder. The second inner cylinder is rotatably connected to the second motor shaft, meaning that the second highest water level is the height at the connection point between the second inner cylinder and the second motor shaft.

[0184] Please refer to the following: Figures 9 to 10 ,in, Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the clothing processing device provided in the embodiments of this application. Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the adapter provided in an embodiment of this application from another perspective.

[0185] In some embodiments, the two cylinders 11 are a first cylinder 111 and a second cylinder 112. The first cylinder 111 has a first connecting hole 1111, which is connected to the first cylinder 111. The first connecting hole 1111 is connected to a first air pipe 125 and a first air port 123e. In the height direction F2 of the housing 10, the first connecting hole 1111 is located above the first highest water level of the first cylinder 111. The second cylinder 112 has a second connecting hole 1121, which is connected to the second cylinder 112. The second connecting hole 1121 is connected to a second air pipe 126 and a second air port 123f. In the height direction F2 of the housing 10, the second connecting hole 1121 is located above the second highest water level of the second cylinder 112.

[0186] By setting a first connecting hole 1111 and a second connecting hole 1121 on the first cylinder 111 and the second cylinder 112, and using a first air pipe 125 and a second air pipe 126 to connect the first connecting hole 1111 and the second connecting hole 1121 with the first air port 123e and the second air port 123f, the first drain pipe 121 and the second drain pipe 122 can be connected to the first cylinder 111 and the second cylinder 112 respectively. This allows air in the first cylinder 111 to enter the first drain pipe 121 and air in the second cylinder 112 to enter the second drain pipe 122, thereby effectively preventing the problem of sewage backflow due to siphon phenomenon and further avoiding the possibility of clothing in the first cylinder 111 and the second cylinder 112 being contaminated by sewage. Furthermore, since the first connecting hole 1111 is located above the first highest water level in the height direction F2, and the second connecting hole 1121 is located above the second highest water level in the height direction F2, it not only prevents water in the first cylinder 111 and the second cylinder 112 from entering the first connecting hole 1111 and the second connecting hole 1121, thereby affecting the ventilation function of the first air pipe 125 and the second air pipe 126, but also prevents water in the cylinder 11 from entering the drainage component 12 during the non-drainage process of the first cylinder 111 and the second cylinder 112, thereby affecting the correct operation of the clothing treatment device 100.

[0187] It is understood that the first cylinder 111 has a first highest water level and the second cylinder 112 has a second highest water level. The first highest water level and the second highest water level can be the same or different, and the embodiments of this application do not limit this.

[0188] Optionally, in the depth direction F3 of the housing 10, the first connecting hole 1111 is located near the adapter 123, and the second connecting hole 1121 is located near the adapter 123. By positioning the first connecting hole 1111 on the first cylinder 111 near the adapter 123, and similarly, positioning the second connecting hole 1121 on the second cylinder 112 near the adapter 123, the overall pipeline path connecting the first air pipe 125 and the second air pipe 126 to the first connecting hole 1111 and the second connecting hole 1121 is shortened, further reducing the pipeline length, decreasing water flow resistance, and improving the drainage efficiency of the drainage assembly 12. Furthermore, this design also makes the connection between the first air pipe 125, the second air pipe 126 and the adapter 123 more convenient, improving assembly efficiency and structural stability.

[0189] Optionally, the lowest position of the first outlet 123c along the height direction F2 of the tank 10 is located above the first highest water level of the first cylinder 111. The lowest position of the second outlet 123d along the height direction F2 of the tank 10 is located above the second highest water level of the second cylinder 112.

[0190] Based on the siphon phenomenon, the pressure inside the siphon pipe decreases as the height increases. Under natural conditions, when the first drain pipe 121 and the third drain pipe 127 are filled with water, the air in the water will automatically rise due to pressure. When the air accumulates to the lowest position of the first outlet 123c along the height direction F2 of the tank 10, the accumulated air will cause the water inside the first drain pipe 121 and the third drain pipe 127 to be disconnected, thereby preventing the siphon phenomenon from occurring in the first drain pipe 121 and the third drain pipe 127. Thus, by appropriately raising the height of the first outlet 123c, the highest part of the first drain pipe 121 and the third drain pipe 127 can naturally accumulate air, thereby limiting the backflow caused by the siphon phenomenon and preventing backflowing sewage from entering the first cylinder 111.

[0191] Similarly, under natural conditions, when the second drain pipe 122 and the fourth drain pipe 124 are filled with water, the air in the water will automatically rise due to pressure. When the air accumulates to the lowest point of the second outlet 123d along the height direction F2 of the tank 10, the accumulated air will cause the water inside the second drain pipe 122 and the fourth drain pipe 124 to be disconnected, thereby preventing siphoning within the second drain pipe 122 and the fourth drain pipe 124. Thus, by appropriately raising the height of the second outlet 123d, the highest part of the second drain pipe 122 and the fourth drain pipe 124 can naturally accumulate air, thereby limiting backflow caused by siphoning and preventing backflowing sewage from entering the second cylinder 112.

[0192] Please refer to the following: Figures 11 to 12 ,in, Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a clothing processing device (rear plate omitted) provided in one embodiment of this application. Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rear plate, the fifth drain pipe, and the drain connector provided in one embodiment of this application.

[0193] In some embodiments, the drainage assembly includes a third drain pipe 127 (see...). Figure 2 The third drain pipe 127 is located outside the box 10. One end of the third drain pipe 127 is connected to the end of the first drain section 1231 that extends out of the box 10. The third drain pipe 127 is used to drain the water from one of the cylinders 11 to the outside of the box 10.

[0194] In some embodiments, the drainage assembly includes a fourth drain pipe 124 (see...) Figure 2 The fourth drain pipe 124 is located outside the box 10. One end of the fourth drain pipe 124 is connected to the end of the second drain section 1232 that extends out of the box 10. The fourth drain pipe 124 is used to drain the water from the other cylinder 11 to the outside of the box 10.

[0195] In some embodiments, the third drain pipe 127 and the fourth drain pipe 124 can directly discharge the water in the two cylinders 11 to the outside of the tank 10.

[0196] In other embodiments, the drainage assembly 12 further includes a drainage connector 15 disposed on the side of the rear panel away from the front panel, located outside the housing 10. The drainage connector 15 includes a first branch pipe section 151, a second branch pipe section 152, and a manifold section 153. The first branch pipe section 151 is connected to a third drain pipe 127, the second branch pipe section 152 is connected to a fourth drain pipe 124, and the manifold section 153 is connected to the first branch pipe section 151 and the second branch pipe section 152. The manifold section 153 has a manifold outlet 1531 connected to a floor drain.

[0197] By setting up the drain connector 15, when the clothing handling device 100 is in the draining state, the water in the first drain pipe 121 enters the first branch pipe section 151 of the drain connector 15 through the third drain pipe 127, while the water in the second drain pipe 122 enters the second branch pipe section 152 of the drain connector 15 through the fourth drain pipe 124. Then, the water in the first branch pipe section 151 and the second branch pipe section 152 flows into the manifold section 153 and is discharged to the floor drain through a manifold outlet 1531. This allows the water in the first cylinder 111 and the second cylinder 112 to be discharged through a single manifold outlet 1531, reducing pipe waste. In addition, the direct connection of the manifold outlet 1531 to the floor drain makes the drainage structure of the clothing handling device 100 more compact, reduces the space occupied by the drainage pipes, makes the overall structure of the clothing handling device 100 simpler, and improves space utilization. Meanwhile, since the manifold section 153 combines the water from the first branch section 151 and the second branch section 152 and then discharges it through a manifold outlet 1531, the drainage process is smoother, reducing drainage resistance and time, and improving drainage efficiency. Furthermore, since the drain connector 15 is located outside the housing 10, it facilitates user inspection and maintenance of the drainage component 12, improving user convenience and the overall reliability of the clothing handling device 100.

[0198] For example, the drain connector 15 can be a tee pipe, which can be directly connected to the floor drain. The connection between the drain connector 15 and the floor drain can be a threaded connection. Of course, as another example, the connection between the drain connector 15 and the floor drain can also be a snap-fit ​​connection.

[0199] In some embodiments, the drainage assembly 12 further includes a drainage connector 15, which is disposed on the side of the rear panel away from the front panel, so as to be located outside the housing 10. The drainage connector 15 includes a first branch pipe section 151, a second branch pipe section 152, and a manifold section 153. The first branch pipe section 151 is connected to the first drainage section 1231, the second branch pipe section 152 is connected to the second drainage section 1232, and the manifold outlet 1531 is connected to a floor drain.

[0200] That is to say, the first branch pipe section 151 and the second branch pipe section 152 can also be connected to the first outlet 123c and the second outlet 123d of the adapter 123. In this case, the drainage assembly 12 may not be equipped with the third drain pipe 127 and the fourth drain pipe 124. Instead, it can be connected to the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232 through the first branch pipe section 151 and the second branch pipe section 152 of the drainage connector 15. This allows the water discharged through the first drainage section 1231 and the second drainage section 1232 to be discharged into the floor drain through the manifold section 153 and the fifth drain pipe 16 connected to the manifold section 153.

[0201] For example, the drain connector 15 can be, for instance, a tee pipe, and the connection between the first branch pipe section 151 and the first drain section 1231 can be a snap-fit ​​connection. By snapping the first branch pipe section 151 into the first drain section 1231, the connection point can be further secured using cable ties or wire to ensure a secure connection between the first branch pipe section 151 and the first drain section 1231, preventing leakage or loosening during drainage. Similarly, the second branch pipe section 152 and the second drain section 1232 can also use the same connection method to ensure drainage stability and reliability. This design facilitates user inspection and maintenance of the drainage assembly 12, improving user convenience and overall satisfaction.

[0202] In this embodiment, the clothing handling device 100 further includes a fifth drain pipe 16, which is located outside the housing 10 and is connected to a confluence outlet 1531. The confluence outlet 1531 is connected to a floor drain through the fifth drain pipe 16.

[0203] By incorporating a drain connector 15, when the garment handling device 100 is in drainage mode, water from the first drain pipe 121 enters the first branch pipe section 151 of the drain connector 15, while water from the second drain pipe 122 enters the second branch pipe section 152 of the drain connector 15. The water from the first branch pipe section 151 and the second branch pipe section 152 then flows into the manifold section 153 and is discharged to the outside of the housing 10 via a fifth drain pipe 16. This allows the fifth drain pipe 16 to drain water from both the first and second cylinders, reducing pipe waste. Furthermore, this design makes the drainage structure of the garment handling device 100 more compact, reducing the space occupied by the drainage pipes and simplifying the overall structure of the garment handling device 100, thus improving space utilization. Simultaneously, because the manifold section 153 combines the water from the first branch pipe section 151 and the second branch pipe section 152 before discharging it via the fifth drain pipe 16, the drainage process is smoother, reducing drainage resistance and time, and improving drainage efficiency. Furthermore, since the drain connector 15 is located on the side of the rear panel away from the front panel, that is, outside the housing 10, it also makes it convenient for users to inspect and maintain the drain assembly 12, thereby improving the user's ease of use and the overall reliability of the clothing handling device 100.

[0204] In some embodiments, the drain connector 15 may be, for example, a tee, that is, the first branch pipe section 151, the second branch pipe section 152 and the manifold section 153 are connected in a Y-shape.

[0205] In some embodiments, the first branch pipe section 151 and the second branch pipe section 152 are spaced apart along the width direction F1 of the housing 10, and extend along the height direction F2 of the housing 10 to converge into the manifold section 153 located below the first branch pipe section 151 and the second branch pipe section 152 along the height direction F2. Simultaneously, the manifold section 153 also extends along the height direction F2 and may even connect to the fifth drain pipe 16 located below the manifold section 153, ultimately draining the water to the floor drain at the ground level through the fifth drain pipe 16. It is evident that after water enters the first branch pipe section 151 and the second branch pipe section 152, it flows from a higher position to the lower manifold section 153. Under the influence of gravity, water cannot enter the second branch pipe section 152 from the first branch pipe section 151, and similarly, water cannot enter the first branch pipe section 151 from the second branch pipe section 152. Therefore, the first drain pipe 121 and the second drain pipe 122 of the clothing handling device 100 are prevented from colliding when draining simultaneously, thus ensuring a normal drainage process and drainage efficiency.

[0206] Please see Figure 13 ,in, Figure 13This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the combined clothing processing device provided in the embodiments of this application. In a third aspect, the embodiments of this application also disclose a combined clothing processing device 200, including a first clothing processing device 201 and a second clothing processing device. The second clothing processing device is the clothing processing device 100 as described in the first aspect above, and the second clothing processing device is detachably mounted on the top of the first clothing processing device 201. This combined clothing processing device also has the following beneficial effects: it enables the first water outlet 123c and the second water outlet 123d to maintain consistent internal air pressure with their respective drums 11, thereby ensuring that the two washing chambers can operate simultaneously or independently, preventing siphoning caused by the evacuation of internal air from the two drain pipes, and preventing backflow of sewage due to siphoning. Furthermore, the adapter 123 facilitates the connection, support, and positioning of the first drain pipe 121, the second drain pipe 122, the first air pipe 125, and the second air pipe 126. The adapter 123 also makes the layout of the drainage assembly 12 more compact, reducing pipe length, lowering water flow resistance, and improving drainage efficiency. Meanwhile, the adapter 123 is a one-piece molded part, which is more conducive to processing and manufacturing, and improves the stability and reliability of the overall structure.

[0207] The width, height, and depth directions of the first garment processing device 201 correspond one-to-one with the width direction F1, height direction F2, and depth direction F3 of the second garment processing device.

[0208] For example, the first clothing handling device 201 can be a single-tub washing machine or a multi-tub washing machine, and this application embodiment does not limit it.

[0209] For example, the first garment handling device 201 may include, but is not limited to, a washing machine, a dryer, or a washer-dryer combo; this application embodiment does not limit this.

[0210] When the second garment processing device is placed on top of the first garment processing device 201, the width of the second garment processing device is approximately the same as the width of the first garment processing device 201, thereby improving the reliability of the second garment processing device being stacked on top of the first garment processing device 201 and the consistency of its appearance.

[0211] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: The enclosure includes: front panel; The rear panel is disposed corresponding to the front panel in the depth direction of the housing; Two cylindrical bodies are arranged side by side in a horizontal direction inside the box. A drainage assembly is disposed within the housing, the drainage assembly comprising: A first drain pipe, one end of which is connected to one of the cylinders, and the other end of which extends along the height direction of the box to be located near the upper end of the cylinder. The second drain pipe has one end connected to the other cylinder, and the other end extends along the height direction of the box to be located near the upper end of the cylinder. The other ends of the first drain pipe and the second drain pipe are located between the two cylinders in the width direction of the box. An integrally molded adapter, located between the two cylindrical bodies in the width direction of the housing, the adapter having: A first water inlet and a second water inlet are connected, with the first water inlet connected to the other end of the first drain pipe and the second water inlet connected to the other end of the second drain pipe. A first water outlet and a second water outlet, wherein the first water outlet is connected to the first water inlet and the second water outlet is connected to the second water inlet; The first air inlet and the second air inlet are connected to the first water outlet and the first water inlet, and the second air inlet is connected to the second water outlet and the second water inlet. A first air tube, configured to connect the first air inlet and one of the cylinders; A second air tube, configured to connect the second air inlet and another of the cylinders; The adapter is located near the upper end of the cylinder in the height direction of the housing, and the adapter is fixedly connected to the rear plate to support the first drain pipe and the second drain pipe.

2. The garment processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first air inlet and the second air inlet are circular air inlets. The diameter of the first air inlet is smaller than the diameter of the first water outlet, and the diameter of the second air inlet is smaller than the diameter of the second water outlet.

3. The garment processing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The adapter includes: The first drainage section has the first water outlet at one end, and the first air inlet and the first water inlet are located at the other end of the first drainage section. The second drainage section is arranged side by side with the first drainage section along the width direction of the box body. One end of the second drainage section has the second water outlet, and the second air inlet and the second water inlet are located at the other end of the second drainage section. The first air intake section has the first air inlet, and the inner diameter of the first air intake section is a stepped hole variable diameter structure, with the inner diameter being the smallest near the first drainage section. The second air intake section has a second air inlet. The inner diameter of the second air intake section is a stepped hole with a variable diameter structure, and the inner diameter is smallest near the second drainage section.

4. The garment processing device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The rear plate is provided with a first through hole and a second through hole; The first drainage section has one end with the first outlet through the first through hole, so that the first drainage section extends at least partially out of the box body; The second drainage section has one end with the second outlet inserted through the second through hole, so that the second drainage section extends at least partially out of the box body.

5. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The adapter also includes: A fixing part is integrally disposed on the outer peripheral surface of the first drainage section and the second drainage section, and the fixing part is configured to be fixed to the rear plate so that the adapter is fixed to the rear plate.

6. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 3, characterized in that, The drainage assembly also includes: The third drain pipe is located outside the box, and one end of the third drain pipe is connected to the end of the first drain section that extends out of the box. The fourth drain pipe is located outside the box body, and one end of the fourth drain pipe is connected to the end of the second drain section that extends out of the box body; A drain connector, wherein the drain connector is disposed outside the housing, and the drain connector comprises: The first branch pipe section is connected to the other end of the third drainage pipe; The second branch pipe section is connected to the other end of the fourth drain pipe; A manifold section, which connects to a first branch section and a second branch section, has a manifold outlet configured to connect to a floor drain.

7. The garment handling apparatus according to any one of claims 3-6, characterized in that, The adapter also includes: The first water inlet section is located below the first drainage section along the height direction of the box body, and the first air inlet section is coaxially arranged with the first drainage section along the depth direction of the box body. The first water inlet section has the first water inlet. The second water inlet section is located below the second drainage section along the height direction of the tank body, and the second drainage section and the first water inlet section are arranged side by side along the width direction of the tank body. The second air inlet section is coaxially arranged with the second drainage section along the depth direction of the tank body. The second water inlet section has a second water inlet. The first drain pipe includes: A first connecting end is located at the bottom of one of the cylinders to connect to one of the cylinders; The second connecting end extends along the height direction of the box body to be located above the first connecting end and close to the upper end of the cylinder body in the height direction of the box body. The second connecting end is sleeved on the first drainage section to connect to the first water inlet. The second drain pipe includes: A third connecting end is located at the bottom of another cylinder to connect to the other cylinder; The fourth connecting end extends along the height direction of the housing so as to be located above the third connecting end and close to the upper end of the cylinder in the height direction of the housing, and the fourth connecting end is sleeved on the second water inlet section to connect to the second water inlet.

8. The garment handling apparatus according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The two cylindrical bodies are as follows: A first cylindrical body is provided with a first connecting hole, which is connected to the first air pipe and the first air port. In the height direction of the box body, the first connecting hole is located above the first highest water level of the first cylindrical body. The second cylinder has a second connecting hole, which is connected to the second air pipe and the second air port. In the height direction of the box, the second connecting hole is located above the second highest water level of the second cylinder.

9. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 8, characterized in that, In the depth direction of the housing, the first connecting hole is located on the side of the first cylinder near the adapter, and the second connecting hole is located on the side of the second cylinder near the adapter.

10. A combined garment processing device, characterized in that, include: First garment processing device; The second garment processing device is the garment processing device according to any one of claims 1-9, and the second garment processing device is detachably disposed on the top of the first garment processing device.

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