Dehumidifier with water tank capable of being taken out from front side up and down

Abstract

The dehumidifier comprises a dehumidifier shell and the water tank which are detachably connected, the dehumidifier shell comprises a front panel, a rear panel, a side panel and a top cover, a storage groove is formed in the front panel, the water tank is located in the storage groove, a supporting frame is arranged in the dehumidifier shell, and the water tank is located in the supporting frame. The supporting frame comprises a supporting base, a middle partition plate and a water tank water collecting plate, the water tank comprises a water tank body and a water tank cover, a hidden handle assembly is arranged on the water tank cover, a handle groove is formed in the water tank cover, the hidden handle assembly comprises a U-shaped handle and two handle bases, and the two ends of the U-shaped handle are rotationally connected to the two handle bases respectively. The problems that a water tank of an existing dehumidifier is difficult to disassemble and inconvenient to take and transfer after being disassembled are solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of dehumidifier equipment, specifically a dehumidifier in which the water tank can be removed from the front and bottom. Background Technology

[0002] Dehumidifiers typically have a water tank to collect water droplets generated during the dehumidification process. To prevent the water tank from becoming too full or overflowing, and because water stored in the tank for too long can easily breed bacteria and viruses, causing it to smell bad and mold, it is necessary to remove the water tank regularly and empty the water inside.

[0003] For example, a Chinese patent application with application number CN201310337989.0 discloses a water tank for a dehumidifier. The water tank includes: a water tank body; and a mounting structure disposed on the water tank body, having a space for placing a drain connector for the dehumidifier when it is not in use. The water tank body includes a container for holding water and a water tank cover that cooperates with the container. The dehumidifier includes an installation space for mounting the water tank body, the installation space being adapted to the container. The water tank cover is disposed below the upper edge of the container, and the mounting structure is located on the water tank cover and extends into the container.

[0004] As can be seen from the above patent disclosure, existing dehumidifiers are equipped with a water tank, which is relatively troublesome to disassemble and remove. Moreover, the entire water tank can only be held by hand. Since the overall shape of the water tank is irregular, it is inconvenient to lift and move it. Therefore, a new dehumidifier that can remove the water tank from the front and bottom is needed. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom, solving the problem of difficult disassembly of the water tank in existing dehumidifiers and inconvenience in extracting and transferring it after disassembly.

[0006] This utility model provides a dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom. It includes a dehumidifier housing and a water tank that are detachably connected. The dehumidifier housing includes a front panel, a rear panel, a side panel, and a top cover. A storage slot is provided on the front panel, and the water tank is located in the storage slot. A support frame is provided inside the dehumidifier housing. The support frame includes a support base, a middle partition, and a water tank collection plate. The water tank includes a water tank body and a water tank cover. A hidden handle assembly is provided on the water tank cover.

[0007] As one embodiment of this utility model, a handle groove is provided on the water tank cover, and the aforementioned hidden handle assembly is located in the handle groove.

[0008] As one embodiment of the present invention, the above-mentioned concealed handle assembly includes a U-shaped handle and two handle seats, with the two ends of the U-shaped handle rotatably connected to the two handle seats respectively.

[0009] As one embodiment of this utility model, a water tank buckle plate is provided on the outside of the water tank body, and the outline of the water tank buckle plate matches the outline of the storage tank.

[0010] In one embodiment of this utility model, the bottom of the water tank cover plate is flush with the bottom of the water tank body, and the upper end of the water tank cover plate is higher than the height of the water tank body.

[0011] As one embodiment of this utility model, an upper slot and a lower slot are respectively provided on the front panel. The upper slot and the lower slot are respectively located on the upper and lower sides of the storage tank. When the water tank is fastened in the storage tank, there are gaps at both the upper and lower ends of the front panel and the water tank fastening plate.

[0012] As one embodiment of this utility model, a handle groove is provided at the bottom of the water tank body, and the handle groove is close to the water tank buckle plate.

[0013] As one embodiment of this utility model, the support base is provided with two guide rods and the bottom of the water tank body is provided with two guide grooves, and the guide rods and guide grooves are engaged with each other.

[0014] As one embodiment of this utility model, two elastic buckles are symmetrically arranged on the above-mentioned partition plate, and corresponding limiting grooves are provided on both sides of the water tank body.

[0015] As one embodiment of the present invention, the water tank cover is provided with a water inlet, the water tank collection plate is provided with a condensate drain outlet, and the water inlet is located below the condensate drain outlet.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] 1. The U-shaped handle allows the water tank to be removed from the front, without the need to tip it over or move the dehumidifier, greatly facilitating the user's water filling or cleaning process and improving ease of use and comfort. The hidden handle component on the water tank lid not only saves space, but also allows the user to easily lift the water tank through the rotating connection between the U-shaped handle and the handle base, avoiding the unsightly appearance and inconvenience that traditional handles may cause.

[0018] 2. The guide rods in the support frame are engaged with the guide grooves, and the elastic buckles on the partition plate are engaged with the limiting grooves of the water tank body, ensuring the stable installation of the water tank in the dehumidifier housing and facilitating quick disassembly and assembly by the user. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this utility model, are used to provide a further understanding of the utility model, making other features, objects, and characteristics of the utility model more apparent. The illustrative embodiments of the utility model and their descriptions are used to explain the utility model and do not constitute an undue limitation of the utility model.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the water tank opening in this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is an internal structural diagram of the dehumidifier housing of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the support frame of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the water tank of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a top view of the water tank of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 7 This is a bottom view of the water tank of this utility model;

[0027] In the diagram: Dehumidifier housing 1; Front panel 11; Storage tank 10; Upper slot 111; Lower slot 112; Rear panel 12; Side panel 13; Top cover 14; Water tank 2; Water tank body 21; Water tank cover plate 23; Guide groove 211; Handle groove 210; Limiting slot 212; Water tank cover 22; Handle groove 220; Water inlet 221; Support frame 3; Support base 31; Guide rod 311; Middle partition 32; Elastic buckle 321; Water tank water collection plate 33; Condensate drain outlet 330; Concealed handle assembly 4; U-shaped handle 41; Handle base 42. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0029] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0030] Example 1

[0031] like Figure 1-3 As shown, a dehumidifier with a removable water tank from the front and bottom includes a detachably connected dehumidifier housing 1 and a water tank 2. The dehumidifier housing 1 includes a front panel 11, a rear panel 12, a side panel 13, and a top cover 14. A storage slot 10 is provided on the front panel 11, and the water tank 2 is located in the storage slot 10. A support frame 3 is provided inside the dehumidifier housing 1. The support frame 3 includes a support base 31, a middle partition 32, and a water tank collection plate 33. The dehumidifier housing 1, composed of the front panel 11, rear panel 12, side panel 13, and top cover 14, forms a closed space for accommodating internal components. A storage slot 10 is specially designed on the front panel 11 for installing and storing the water tank 2. A display screen and operation buttons are provided on the top cover 14.

[0032] like Figure 4-7 As shown, the water tank 2 includes a water tank body 21 and a water tank cover 22. A concealed handle assembly 4 is provided on the water tank cover 22. The water tank 2 is composed of the water tank body 21 and the water tank cover 22. The water tank body 21 is used to store water, while the water tank cover 22 covers the water tank body 21, serving a sealing and protective function. The support frame 3 is located inside the dehumidifier housing 1 and consists of a support base 31, a middle partition 32, and a water tank collection plate 33. The support base 31 provides a stable support foundation, the middle partition 32 is used to divide the internal space, and the water tank collection plate 33 is responsible for collecting condensate.

[0033] like Figure 5 As shown, a handle groove 220 is provided on the water tank cover 22. The concealed handle assembly 4 includes a U-shaped handle 41 and two handle seats 42. The two ends of the U-shaped handle 41 are respectively rotatably connected to the two handle seats 42.

[0034] A handle groove 220 is designed on the water tank lid 22, in which a concealed handle assembly 4 is embedded. The concealed handle assembly 4 is located within the handle groove 220, which reduces the space occupied. The assembly consists of a U-shaped handle 41 and two handle seats 42. The two ends of the U-shaped handle 41 are rotatably connected to the two handle seats 42 respectively. It can be hidden in the handle groove 220 when not in use, and can be flipped out to easily lift the water tank when needed.

[0035] Water tank 2 can be removed from the front, top and bottom, without the need to flip it over or move the dehumidifier, which greatly facilitates users in emptying water or cleaning the water tank, improving the convenience and comfort of use. The hidden handle component on the water tank lid not only saves space, but also allows users to easily lift the water tank through the rotational connection between the U-shaped handle and the handle base, avoiding the abrupt appearance and inconvenience that traditional handles may cause.

[0036] like Figure 2-3 As shown, a water tank cover plate 23 is provided on the outside of the water tank body 21. The outline of the water tank cover plate 23 matches the outline of the storage tank 10. Moreover, the surface of the water tank cover plate 23 is smooth, and its material and color are basically consistent with the front panel 11. The bottom of the water tank cover plate 23 is flush with the bottom of the water tank body 21, and the upper end of the water tank cover plate 23 is higher than the height of the water tank body 21. At the same time, a handle groove 210 is provided at the bottom of the water tank body 21. The handle groove 210 is close to the water tank cover plate 23. The handle groove 210 is a long strip groove, mainly to facilitate the user's fingers to apply force to the water tank body 21 and move the water tank body 21 out.

[0037] The water tank mounting plate 23 is located on the outside of the water tank body 21. Its bottom is flush with the bottom of the water tank body 21, while its top is higher than the water tank body 21. This design not only enhances the connection between the water tank and the dehumidifier housing, but also ensures the stability of the water tank 2 when it is fastened.

[0038] An upper slot 111 and a lower slot 112 are respectively provided on the front panel 11. The upper slot 111 and the lower slot 112 are located on the upper and lower sides of the storage slot 10, respectively. The upper slot 111 and the lower slot 112 mainly form a gap space so that when the water tank 2 is fastened in the storage slot 10, there is a gap at both the upper and lower ends of the front panel 11 and the water tank fastening plate 23, which makes it easy to insert a finger into the gap space and remove the water tank 2.

[0039] On the front panel 11, there are upper slots 111 and lower slots 112, which make it convenient for users to use their fingers to hold the upper water tank cover plate 23 and the lower handle slot 210 to remove the entire water tank body 21 from the storage tank 10.

[0040] like Figure 3-4 As shown, the support base 31 is provided with two guide rods 311, and the bottom of the water tank body 21 is provided with two guide grooves 211. Each guide rod 311 and guide groove 211 is engaged with each other. Through the engagement of the guide rods and guide grooves in the support frame, and the engagement of the elastic buckle on the partition plate with the limiting groove of the water tank body, the stable installation of the water tank in the dehumidifier housing is ensured, while facilitating quick disassembly and assembly by the user.

[0041] Two guide rods 311 are provided on the support base 31, and two guide grooves 211 are provided at the bottom of the water tank body 21. The guide rods 311 and the guide grooves 211 are interlocked to ensure the accuracy and stability of the water tank during installation. In addition, two elastic buckles 321 are symmetrically provided on the partition plate 32, which cooperate with the limiting grooves 212 on both sides of the water tank body 21 to further enhance the stability of the water tank.

[0042] Water inlet and condensate drain: A water inlet 221 is provided on the water tank cover 22 for easy emptying. A condensate drain 330 is provided on the water tank collection plate 33 to drain the condensate generated during dehumidification. In particular, the water inlet 221 is designed to be located below the condensate drain 330 to ensure that condensate can flow smoothly into the water tank.

[0043] Specific operating instructions:

[0044] When the dehumidifier indicates that the water tank is full, the water tank needs to be removed for emptying and cleaning. The user should place one hand on the upper end of the water tank cover plate 23 and the other hand on the handle groove 210, pulling slightly outwards to separate the elastic buckle 321 and the limiting groove 212. The water tank 2 will then move outwards along the guide rod 311. Once the concealed handle assembly 4 is exposed, the user simply needs to gently flip the U-shaped handle 41 within the concealed handle assembly 4 and then grasp the handle to lift the water tank 2 out of the storage compartment 10. Due to the design of the cooperative structure between the guide rod 311 and the guide groove 211, as well as the elastic buckle 321 and the limiting groove 212, the water tank remains stable and does not easily wobble when being removed and replaced. After emptying the water tank or cleaning the water tank 2, the user simply needs to place the water tank 2 back into the storage slot 10 in the opposite direction and press it down gently until the sound of the elastic buckle 321 and the limiting slot 212 engaging indicates that the buckle is in place.

[0045] In summary, the dehumidifier with a removable water tank from the front and bottom provided in this embodiment has advantages such as compact structure, reasonable design, and easy operation. Through innovative designs such as a concealed handle assembly, a water tank snap-on plate design, and a guiding and limiting structure, it not only improves the user experience but also ensures the stability and safety of the water tank.

[0046] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other, but only if they are based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0047] The above-described embodiments are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom, characterized in that, The dehumidifier includes a detachably connected dehumidifier housing (1) and a water tank (2). The dehumidifier housing (1) includes a front panel (11), a rear panel (12), a side panel (13), and a top cover (14). A storage slot (10) is provided on the front panel (11), and the water tank (2) is located in the storage slot (10). A support frame (3) is provided inside the dehumidifier housing (1). The support frame (3) includes a support base (31), a middle partition (32), and a water tank collection plate (33). The water tank (2) includes a water tank body (21) and a water tank cover (22). A hidden handle assembly (4) is provided on the water tank cover (22).

2. A dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom according to claim 1, characterized in that, A handle groove (220) is provided on the water tank cover (22), and the hidden handle assembly (4) is located in the handle groove (220).

3. A dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom according to claim 2, characterized in that, The concealed handle assembly (4) includes a U-shaped handle (41) and two handle seats (42), with the two ends of the U-shaped handle (41) rotatably connected to the two handle seats (42).

4. A dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom according to claim 3, characterized in that, A water tank cover plate (23) is provided on the outside of the water tank body (21), and the outline of the water tank cover plate (23) matches the outline of the storage tank (10).

5. A dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottom of the water tank cover plate (23) is flush with the bottom of the water tank body (21), and the upper end of the water tank cover plate (23) is higher than the height of the water tank body (21).

6. A dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom according to claim 5, characterized in that, An upper slot (111) and a lower slot (112) are respectively provided on the front panel (11). The upper slot (111) and the lower slot (112) are located on the upper and lower sides of the storage tank (10). When the water tank (2) is fastened into the storage tank (10), there are gaps at both the upper and lower ends of the front panel (11) and the water tank fastener (23).

7. A dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom according to claim 6, characterized in that, A handle groove (210) is provided at the bottom of the water tank body (21), and the handle groove (210) is close to the water tank cover plate (23).

8. A dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom according to claim 1, characterized in that, Two guide rods (311) are provided on the support base (31), and two guide grooves (211) are provided at the bottom of the water tank body (21). Each guide rod (311) and guide groove (211) is engaged with each other.

9. A dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom according to claim 1, characterized in that, Two elastic buckles (321) are symmetrically arranged on the partition plate (32), and corresponding limiting slots (212) are provided on both sides of the water tank body (21).

10. A dehumidifier with a water tank that can be removed from the front and bottom according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water tank cover (22) is provided with a water inlet (221), and the water tank collection plate (33) is provided with a condensate drain outlet (330). The water inlet (221) is located below the condensate drain outlet (330).

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